Author: Ansh Singh

New Delhi: Tata Technologies has appointed Sukanya Sadasivan as its new Chief Operating Officer, marking a significant move for the global engineering and product development digital services firm. With a background in senior leadership roles at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), including her most recent position as Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer, Sadasivan brings over thirty years of extensive experience in the services sector. In her new role, Sadasivan will concentrate on enhancing delivery and practice operations, as well as strengthening internal digital and IT systems. These efforts aim to prepare Tata Technologies for an ambitious phase of expansion,…

Rome: Hamleys, the historic British toy brand, has further expanded in Italy with its second flagship store opening in Galleria Alberto Sordi, one of the most iconic locations in the heart of Rome. This strategic expansion, in partnership with GIOCHI PREZIOSI S.P.A., Italy’s leading player in toy production and distribution, closely follows the recent Milan store opening at iconic Corso Vittorio Emanuele. The new store in Rome is housed in Galleria Alberto Sordi, a historic shopping arcade acclaimed for its magnificent architecture. It is located on Via del Corso, one of Rome’s busiest and most illustrious streets. The store is…

New Delhi: Warehouses dominated America’s landscape initially, but now data centers are taking center stage. Prologis, a real estate juggernaut valued at over $100 billion, has appointed a new global head of data centers and is poised to inject more than $25 billion into this sector in the foreseeable future. This move mirrors its previous success in driving warehouse investments during the e-commerce surge spurred by the pandemic. Alongside Blackstone, Prologis is making a substantial wager on data centers. The CEO of Prologis emphasized the seemingly unquenchable demand in the sector during a recent earnings call, foreseeing a pipeline of…

New Delhi: Vishal Mega Mart, a budget supermarket chain in India, is reportedly planning an initial public offering (IPO) worth $1 billion. This IPO could potentially value the company at up to $5 billion, with a portion of the proceeds intended for expanding its store network. The majority of stakeholders, Switzerland’s Partners Group and India’s Kedaara Capital are expected to sell shares in the offering, although specific details regarding their ownership stakes and the extent of their sell-off remain undisclosed. Vishal Mega Mart’s CEO, Gunender Kapur, and the private equity firms involved declined to comment on the matter. The retailer currently…

Surat: Speculation arose about whether Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB)-world’s largest office complex, would turn into a haunted building or become a white elephant? Some events have been raising concerns about the project’s potential failure. However promoters are confident for positive turn of events in near future. Following the inauguration of the Surat Diamond Bourse by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 17, 2023, recent developments have sparked concerns about the future of the project. Employees of Kiran Gems, who initially came from Mumbai to Surat, have returned, causing a temporary cooling of activities at the bourse. The company is chaired…

New Delhi: Nvidia, the California-based chip manufacturer, has seen remarkable success recently, with its market capitalization exceeding $2 trillion by the end of February, placing it among the top three companies globally. This surge can be attributed to the increasing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technology across various sectors, including healthcare and finance. Nvidia’s expertise lies in producing graphics processing units (GPUs), crucial for powering AI applications. However, the company’s focus extends beyond chips, as it explores opportunities in diverse fields benefitting from AI advancements. In addition to manufacturing GPUs, Nvidia has been actively investing in startups leveraging AI across…

New Delhi: Ranjit Shahani, the former Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Novartis India, as well as the Chairman of JB Pharmaceuticals, has sadly passed away. Shahani, who held a mechanical engineering degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, and an MBA from the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies in Mumbai, served in various capacities at Novartis India Ltd. from 2001 to 2018. He began his career at Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI) in India before moving on to become General Manager at ICI Zeneca in the U.K., where he oversaw operations in the Asia Pacific and Latin America…

New Delhi: Mufin Green Finance proudly announces the raising of a significant debt totalling USD 5 million from BlueOrchard, a trailblazer in impact investment with an unparalleled 20+ year legacy. This strategic partnership marks a pivotal moment for Mufin Green Finance and underscores its commitment to advancing sustainability initiatives in the global financial landscape. BlueOrchard, renowned for its extensive impact investment experience and a remarkable track record, boasts a global outreach impacting over 280 million individuals worldwide. As the largest commercial microfinance fund globally, BlueOrchard brings unparalleled expertise and resources to the table, aligning seamlessly with Mufin Green Finance’s mission…

Join us in honouring the remarkable contributions of 15 extraordinary women who leave an indelible mark on our world. From trailblazing entrepreneurs to visionary leaders and actors, these women inspire change, challenge norms, and shape the future. Let’s celebrate their legacy and the profound impact they continue to make across diverse fields and industries.  Savitri Jindal – Chairperson of O.P. Jindal Group Savitri Jindal, born into a Hindu family in Tinsukia, Assam, entered matrimony with Om Prakash Jindal, the founder of the Jindal Group, a prominent steel and power company, during the 1970s. She served as a minister in the…

New Delhi: Social media startup Hunch has secured $23 million in Series A funding, with Alpha Wave and Hashed Emergent leading the investment. The Dubai-based company plans to utilize the capital to enhance its technological infrastructure, refine feed personalization, and expedite its expansion into the US and Indian markets. With existing offices in India and Singapore, Hunch aims to bolster its presence in key regions. Established in 2022 by Ish Goel, Hunch enables users to create and engage in polls spanning various topics such as pop culture, gaming, finance, dating, relationships, and anime. These polls serve to bridge curiosity gaps, allowing…