Galgotias University, under its flagship Galgotias Dialogue Series, proudly welcomed Shri Ajai Chowdhry, Co-Founder of HCL and Chairman, National Quantum Mission, for an insightful session on the theme “Conversations Creating Change.” The interaction served as an enriching platform for students, faculty, and researchers to gain perspectives from one of India’s foremost technology leaders, reinforcing the university’s commitment to fostering innovation-driven learning.

Galgotias University hosts Ajai Chowdhry, HCL Co-Founder & National Quantum Mission Chair, for an inspiring Dialogue Series session on innovation and leadership

YouTube Link of the session: youtu.be/d539sBvt-oI?si=j4yWeM08nTgVjGiC

The highlight of the event was the Book Discussion Session centred around Shri Chowdhry’s acclaimed work, ‘Just Aspire’. The discussion aimed to inspire students to embrace innovation-led entrepreneurship, visionary thinking, and leadership with purpose, reflecting the core values of Galgotias University’s educational philosophy.

During the visit, Shri Chowdhry toured the university’s state-of-the-art Centres of Excellence, including the Drone Innovation Lab and the Semiconductor Research Lab, where he commended the implementation of the G-SCALE model. He recognised it as a progressive academic framework that effectively integrates global exposure, skill development, competency-based learning, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Speaking about the university’s vision, Shri Ajai Chowdhary said, “It’s inspiring to see this kind of innovation ecosystem that Galgotias University is building. The focus on practical learning, research, and entrepreneurship here reflects a future-ready academic framework that seamlessly integrates Global exposure, Skill development, Competency-based learning, Application-oriented teaching, Leadership building, and Entrepreneurship.”

Commending Shri Ajai Chowdhry’s pioneering contributions to India’s technology sector, Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotias University, said, “We are deeply honoured to host Shri Ajai Chowdhry, whose journey embodies India’s innovation story. His insights on entrepreneurship and the future of technology truly resonated with our students. At Galgotias, we are committed to nurturing innovators and leaders who can drive change and shape the global knowledge economy.”

The Galgotias Dialogue Series is a flagship initiative that promotes intellectual exchange, innovation, and leadership, inspiring students to think boldly and lead with purpose as catalysts of change in a rapidly evolving world.

About Galgotias University 

Galgotias University Among the World’s Leading Universities in QS and THE Rankings. Galgotias University proudly ascends in the QS World University Rankings 2026 by Quacquarelli Symonds, securing a coveted position in the 1201–1400 global band. Ranked 15th among top private universities and 43rd among all Indian universities—public and private combined—this achievement marks a powerful endorsement of Galgotias’ unwavering commitment to academic excellence, global relevance, and innovation in higher education.

In the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, Galgotias University has been ranked 45th among Indian universities (including both government and private institutions) and placed in the globally prestigious 1001–1200 band. This significant achievement reinforces the university’s growing stature in the international academic arena and validates its consistent progress in global higher education benchmarks.

These recognitions reflect Galgotias University’s strategic focus on teaching quality, research impact, internationalization, and industry relevance, and its mission to shape globally competent graduates prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.

Signature Global (India) Ltd., one of India’s leading real estate developers, further expanded its international outreach with an exclusive showcase event held on October 18, 2025, at Hyatt Place, Garden City, New York, USA. The event, led by Ms. Bharti Aggarwal, Director of Signature Global Group, brought together a distinguished group of Non-Resident Indian (NRI) customers and investors, reflecting the brand’s commitment to creating modern, premium homes with global appeal. The showcase was part of the company’s ongoing NRI engagement initiative, aimed at strengthening relationships with international customers and understanding the aspirations of overseas homebuyers.

Ms. Bharti Aggarwal, Director of Signature Global Group at the Investor Engagement Program in New York, USA

With growing interest from NRIs in Indian real estate, these initiatives are designed to understand their preferences, address the challenges they encounter while investing in India, and explore innovative ways to cater to their needs more effectively.

Building on this engagement, the showcase offered NRI homebuyers an informative overview of Signature Global’s key projects in Gurugram, highlighting the brand’s innovative designs, sustainable construction practices, and emphasis on delivering premium living experiences. During the event, guests had the opportunity to interact with senior leadership, gaining a better understanding of upcoming projects and the company’s vision for modern urban living. The event also highlighted Signature Global’s dedication to supporting overseas investors, including plans to set up a dedicated NRI support team to provide personalized guidance and a smooth, hassle-free property investment experience.

Speaking about the event, Ms. Bharti Aggarwal, Director, Signature Global Group, said, “Connecting with our NRI customers in New York and sharing our vision of modern living was a truly delightful experience. Events like this give us the opportunity to connect directly with our overseas investors, understand their preferences, and gain valuable insights into their evolving needs and aspirations. At Signature Global, we are committed to creating homes that combine contemporary design, sustainable practices, and world-class living experiences. By engaging with our NRI customers and incorporating their feedback, we can ensure that our projects not only meet but exceed their requirements, reinforcing our commitment to quality, transparency, and innovation in every development.”

The event showcased Signature Global’s flagship projects, including Cloverdale SPR, De-Luxe DXP, and Titanium SPR, which have attracted significant interest from discerning homebuyers looking for a combination of luxury, lifestyle, and lasting value. Through engaging sessions, attendees had the opportunity to learn more about the unique features and design concepts of these developments, gaining a clear sense of the thoughtfulness and attention to detail that define Signature Global’s approach to modern residential living.

Through such initiatives, the company engages closely with NRI investors, showcasing its commitment to transparency, responsiveness, and quality. By understanding international buyers’ needs, it aims to deliver residential projects that exceed expectations while reinforcing its reputation as a trusted, forward-looking real estate developer in India.

• Retail Book crosses the Rs. 1 lakh Crore milestone

• Robust retail franchise with a retail portfolio of Rs. 1,04,607 Crore, reflecting a 18% growth YoY 

• Highest ever Retail disbursements for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 at Rs. 18,883 Crore, up 25% YoY 

• Q2FY26 witnessed an upgrade of the international issuer long-term credit ratings of LTF to “BBB/Stable” from “BBB-/Positive” by S&P Global Ratings, roll-out of the ‘beta’ version of ‘Project Nostradamus’ and launch of a big-tech partnership with Google Pay
   

L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India has recorded the highest ever Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 735 Crore, up 5% Quarter-on-Quarter (QoQ) and 6% Year-on-Year (YoY) for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025 (Q2FY26). During the quarter, the retail book size reached Rs. 1,04,607 Crore, up 18% YoY. The Company has recorded quarterly retail disbursement of Rs. 18,883 Crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, up 25% YoY. Retailisation stands at 98% for the quarter ended September 30, 2025.
 

LTF’s Retail Book crosses the Rs. 1 lakh Crore milestone, now at Rs. 1,04,607 Crore, reflecting a 18% growth YoY
 

The Company’s customer-facing PLANET app, which has emerged as a powerful digital channel for customers, crossed more than 2 Crore downloads as on September 30, 2025 comprising more than 17.6 Lakh downloads on the rural side. As of date, this channel has done collections of over Rs. 6,400 Crore while servicing over 934 Lakh requests and has sourced loans of over Rs. 19,300 Crore. PLANET App was also awarded the app with the ‘Best Digital Experience in Finance’ at the Global Fintech Fest, 2025.

‘Project Cyclops’ has been implemented in Two-wheeler Finance, Farm Equipment Finance, and SME Finance. It will be rolled out in Personal Loans in Q3FY26, Home Loans, and Rural Group Loans & MFI in FY27. The beta version of the AI driven real time automated portfolio monitoring engine ‘Project Nostradamus’ has been rolled out for the Two-wheeler business in August, 2025, a month ahead of the scheduled deployment date.

S&P Global Ratings has upgraded LTF’s long-term issuer credit rating to “BBB/Stable” from “BBB-/Positive” and short-term issuer credit rating to “A-2” from “A-3”. Fitch Ratings has assigned LTF long-term foreign and local currency Issuer Default Ratings of “BBB-” with a Stable outlook. These long-term ratings are investment grade and are at par with India’s Sovereign Credit Rating. This will enable the Company to tap global capital markets and further diversify its liability franchise and deepen investor base.

Commenting on the financial results, Mr. Sudipta Roy, Managing Director & CEO, LTF said, “During the quarter, our focus remained firmly on execution and growth, enabling us to deliver a strong performance in a quarter traditionally considered a weak one in the BFSI industry. The performance highlights the improved momentum in all our lines of business, across rural and urban geographies, driven by the transformation initiatives carried over the last few quarters. Our investments in technology, talent, revamp and expansion of branch infrastructure, brand building and continued focus on customer centricity as a part of our 5-pillar execution strategy have started to yield early dividends for us.

Our Gold loans segment added to the loan portfolio in the first quarter of this financial year gained significant momentum during this quarter. In line with our aspiration of becoming a leading Pan-India gold finance player in the country, we remain committed to continuously expand our geo-presence across the country through branch expansion. By the end of this financial year, we plan to add around 200 new branches taking our gold distribution strength to around 330 gold loan branches.

In addition, the Company operationalized the beta rollout of ‘Project Nostradamus’, an AI driven automated real-time portfolio management engine in the Two-wheeler business in addition to scaling up the AI driven next-gen digital credit engine ‘Project Cyclops’ in the SME business. Our digital large partnerships continued to scale in the second quarter of this financial year with Google Pay being the latest addition to our list of marquee big tech partners for origination of Personal Loans.

On the back of good monsoons and improving customer consumption sentiment, we are confident that this momentum will accelerate in the second half of this financial year on the back of festive demand fueled by GST 2.0 reforms.”

Key Highlights

Robust Retail Franchise
The Company’s granular and deep pan-India Retail franchise is led by its strong distribution capabilities namely, its geographic presence in around 2 Lakh villages from around 2,213 rural meeting centers/branches and 345 branches across urban centers. This extensive geographic presence is also supported by over 13,500 distribution points built over a decade. The Company also leverages around 2.7 Crore of its customer database to drive a credible cross-sell and up-sell franchise contributing 40% of the Company’s repeat disbursements share in value and 51% in count during Q2FY26.
 

Building a diversified retail franchise

Rural Business Finance

Q2FY26 disbursements at Rs. 6,316 Crore vs. Rs. 5,435 Crore, up 16% YoY. Book size at Rs. 27,460 Crore vs. Rs. 26,539 Crore, up 3% YoY. Growth driven by improved collection efficiency and sectoral trends.
 

Farmer Finance

Q2FY26 disbursements at Rs. 1,654 Crore vs. Rs. 1,782 Crore, down 7% YoY. Book size at Rs. 15,943 Crore vs. Rs. 14,488 Crore, up 10% YoY.
 

Two-wheeler Finance

Q2FY26 disbursements at Rs. 2,512 Crore vs. Rs. 2,393 Crore, up 5% YoY. Book size at Rs. 13,013 Crore vs. Rs. 12,669 Crore, up 3% YoY. During the quarter, LTF launched a TV commercial (TVC), ‘Just Zoom Two-wheeler Loans’, featuring its brand ambassador, Jasprit Bumrah. The TVC highlights the key features of LTF’s Two-wheeler Loans – instant approval, maximum loan eligibility, and a competitive EMI. Launch of attractive Two-wheeler Finance schemes for the festive season.
 

Personal Loans

Q2FY26 disbursements at Rs. 2,918 Crore vs. Rs. 1,361 Crore, up 114% YoY. Book size at Rs. 10,878 Crore vs. Rs. 7,178 Crore, up 52% YoY. Growth in the segment aided by big tech partnerships.
 

Housing Loans and Loans Against Property

Q2FY26 disbursements at Rs. 2,713 Crore vs. Rs. 2,531 Crore, up 7% YoY. Book size at Rs. 27,407 Crore vs. Rs. 21,731 Crore, up 26% YoY.

SME Finance

Q2FY26 disbursements at Rs. 1,468 Crore vs. Rs. 1,244 Crore, up 18% YoY. Book size at Rs. 7,465 Crore vs. Rs. 5,190 Crore, up 44% YoY.
 

Gold Loan

Q2FY26 disbursements at Rs. 983 Crore. Book size at Rs. 1,475 Crore.

About L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF)

L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) (www.LTFINANCE.com) formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Ltd., (LTFH) is a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), offering a range of financial products and services. Headquartered in Mumbai, the Company has been rated ‘AAA’ — the highest credit rating — by four leading domestic rating agencies. S&P Global Ratings has recently upgraded LTF long-term Issuer Credit Rating to “BBB/Stable” from “BBB-/Positive” and short-term issuer credit rating to “A-2” from “A-3”. Fitch Ratings has assigned LTF Long-Term Foreign and Local-Currency Issuer Default Ratings of “BBB-” with a Stable outlook. It has also received leadership scores and ratings by global and national Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rating providers for its sustainability performance. The Company has been certified as a Great Place To Work® and has also won many prestigious awards for its flagship CSR project – “Digital Sakhi”- which focuses on women’s empowerment and digital and financial inclusion. Under Right to Win, being in the ‘right businesses’ has helped the Company become one of the leading financiers in key Retail products. The Company is focused on creating a top-class, digitally enabled, Retail finance company as part of the Lakshya 2026 plan. The goal is to move the emphasis from product focus to customer focus and establish a robust Retail portfolio with quality assets, thus creating a Fintech@Scale while keeping ESG at the core. Fintech@Scale is one of the pillars of the Company’s strategic roadmap – Lakshya 2026. The Company has over 2.7 Crore customer database, which is being leveraged to cross-sell, up-sell, and identify new customers.
 

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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding in India is undergoing a decisive geographic shift, with corporate philanthropy steadily moving beyond the metros into India’s emerging Tier-2 cities and industrial belts. According to ‘CSR’s Next Act: How the Coming Decade Will Redefine Corporate Impact’, the seventh edition of Sattva Consulting’s annual State of CSR in India report, CSR inflows to industrial hubs have grown 120% and to Tier-2 cities by 55% over the past three years, signalling a structural reorientation in India Inc’s social investments.

Sattva Consulting launches its Annual State of CSR report, highlighting India’s shifting corporate giving landscape

Tier-1 city districts still absorb nearly 30% of total CSR funding, with neighbouring clusters accounting for another 3%. Yet, the once-dominant grip of metros is loosening. Cities with populations between one and two million have nearly doubled their CSR share (from 13.5% to 16.2% between FY 2022 and FY 2024), while industrial districts now attract 7.4% of total CSR allocations, up from 4.4% two years ago. The pace of growth in these regions has outstripped the overall 30% rise in CSR spending nationally, according to the report.

“Corporate India is clearly looking beyond traditional centres of philanthropy,” said Srikrishna Sridhar Murthy, CEO & Co-founder, Sattva Consulting. “From Vadodara to Madurai, we’re seeing companies anchor their giving where they operate – industrial clusters, manufacturing corridors, and smaller cities. This shift is deeply encouraging for the vision of Viksit Bharat, a future where development capital flows to every district, not just a few. It’s an important step towards localising impact.”

The report notes that while CSR funding has become more geographically diverse, equity in distribution remains limited. Over the past three years, 193 districts have absorbed three-quarters of all district-level CSR funding, and nearly 90% of this money flows into areas with low poverty levels. Only three of India’s 54 high-poverty districts feature among the top CSR recipients.

Funding in Aspirational Districts has risen threefold over the past decade, from 1.3% of total CSR inflows in FY 2015 to 4.5% in FY 2024, driven by a steady rise in private-sector participation. Larger corporates, particularly in BFSI, energy, and mining, are beginning to channel a growing share of their CSR outlay, around 5%, towards these underdeveloped regions. Public-sector companies continue to play a pivotal role, directing 11% of their CSR budgets to Aspirational Districts, nearly three times the private-sector average.

“The geography of philanthropy is shifting, and the opportunity ahead demonstrates deepening, not just diversifying of India’s CSR footprint,” added Krishna.

The annual State of CSR report is the most comprehensive analysis of CSR spending in India. It draws from MCA’s annual report of 21,489 companies and includes analysis of their individual annual reports. Among other insights from the report, the study finds that global firms ‘punch above their weight’, delivering higher impact through focus and scalability, while India’s large corporations and PSUs drive breadth and depth through significant local investments. It also notes that non-NGO partners are on the rise, with nearly one-fifth of all CSR funding in FY 2024 channelled through institutions such as universities, hospitals, and incubators, and over 60% of large corporates now implementing flagship programmes through their own foundations.

About Sattva Consulting

Sattva Consulting is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, business and government to achieve societal impact at scale.

We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our advisory & orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms which we have built as public goods for the ecosystem and collaborative solutions and partnerships.

To know more, visit www.sattva.co.in.

Innovatiview, a technology solutions provider specializing in integrated examination security solutions, has been awarded with the ‘Electronic Security Solutions Provider of the Year’ at the 2nd Annual BW Security World Excellence Awards 2025.
 

Mr. Ankit Agarwal, Promoter & Whole-time Director – Innovatiview receives ‘Electronic Security Solutions Provider of the Year’ awarded to Innovatiview at BW Security World Excellence Awards 2025
 

The winners were determined by an eminent jury panel of industry experts, and the nominees were evaluated on parameters such as implementation of ideas and their impact on the security industry.
 

The company is a technology-based security solutions for examinations, elections, and events, which includes CCTV surveillance, biometric control, frisking, and VoIP communication systems, providing end-to-end security in the examination and election security solutions. Innovatiview remains one of the first companies in India to introduce and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technology in CCTV surveillance and accurate touchless biometric verification solutions for impersonation control in examinations.
 

Ankit Agarwal, Promoter & Whole Time Director, Innovatiview, said, “This award represents the shared vision of the promoters at Innovatiview, Ashish Mittal – Promoter & Whole Time Director, Vishal Mittal – Promoter and Whole-time Director, and Abhishek Agarwal, Promoter and Whole-time Director, who have dedicated themselves to the creation of fair assessments through safe and secure examination security solutions. This award is also a recognition of the commitment of our employees and vendor partners, who have contributed unceasingly to make this possible. Finally, we appreciate the confidence our clients have placed in us with their most critical needs. The immense belief in us provides the fuel to give the best quality of service on every assignment, with integrity, transparency and safety.”
 

The company’s security and surveillance solutions have been admired by several clients across India. Using advanced tech, Innovatiview has secured 735 exams across India and has, monitored 44,045 exam venues in FY 2024 and has the ability to cater across 28 states and 8 union territories, In the same year, the company scanned over 44.15 million biometrics in its examination security projects.
 

About Innovatiview India Limited

Innovatiview India Limited is a technology solutions provider specializing in integrated security, system integration, IT equipment rental, edutainment and logistics services for mission-critical operations across India. Innovatiview’s offerings include biometric verification, AI-powered surveillance, GPS tracking, system integration and technology rentals that ensure security, transparency and operational excellence for examinations, elections, events and institutional operations.
 

Innovatiview has delivered solutions for over 150 clients across 28 states and 8 Union Territories, including marquee projects for UPSC, Election Commission of India, G20 Summit, Delhi Police, Central Warehousing Corporation and more.
 

For more information, log in to www.innovatiview.com.
 

Innovatiview India Private Limited is proposing, subject to receipt of requisite approvals, market conditions and other considerations, to make an initial public offer of its equity shares and has filed a Draft Red Herring Prospectus (“DRHP”) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”).
 

The DRHP is available on the website of the SEBI at www.sebi.gov.in as well as on the websites of the book running lead managers, and the websites of the stock exchange(s) at www.nseindia.com and www.bseindia.com, respectively. Any potential investor should note that investment in equity shares involves a high degree of risk and for details relating to such risk, see “Risk Factors” of the RHP / Prospectus, when available. Potential investors should not rely on the DRHP for any investment decision.

ASICS, the global Japanese sportswear brand, launched its first Company-Owned Company-Operated (COCO) store in India. Strategically located at DLF Mall of India, Noida, the store was inaugurated by Mr. Yasuhito Hirota, Chairman and CEO, Representative Director, ASICS Corporation and Mr. Rajat Khurana, Managing Director, ASICS India and South ASIA. The momentous launch was celebrated with actor and fitness enthusiast Sara Ali Khan, who headlined a grand event reflecting the brand’s commitment to performance, innovation, and lifestyle.
 

L to R: Mr. Yasuhito Hirota, Chairman and CEO, Representative Director, ASICS Corporation; Ms. Sara Ali Khan; Mr. Rajat Khurana, Managing Director, ASICS India and South ASIA
 

The new store offers an immersive, new-age retail experience across ASICS’ complete portfolio of Performance Running, SportStyle, Core Performance Sport, and Apparel categories. Designed with minimalistic interiors and technology, the store reflects ASICS’ commitment to innovation, creating a dynamic and interactive space for consumers.
 

The high-energy launch event featuring Sara Ali Khan celebrated the intersection of fitness and street-style fashion, transforming the atrium into a hub of sneaker culture, movement, and self-expression that captured the brand’s ethos.
 

Speaking on the occasion, Yasuhito Hirota, Chairman and CEO, Representative Director, ASICS Corporation, said, “India represents one of the most compelling growth stories in ASICS’ global portfolio. The launch of our first DTC store represents a significant milestone, reinforcing India’s role as a central pillar of our ASICS Global Strategy. Over the past decade, we have witnessed the country’s growing enthusiasm for sports and wellness, which aligns with our global mission and core philosophy of ‘A Sound Mind in a Sound Body’. This store launch reflects our long-term commitment to the Indian market and marks the beginning of an exciting journey to inspire and empower millions.”

Mr. Rajat Khurana, Managing Director, ASICS India and South ASIA, said, “As ASICS marks a decade of its journey in India, the launch of our first Company-Owned Company-Operated store is a proud milestone that reflects our enduring commitment to the Indian market. Each new store brings us closer to our consumers, allowing them to experience the innovation and performance that defines our brand. We have watched India’s relationship with fitness transform, from niche enthusiasm to a nationwide movement. Through our expanding retail presence, our focus is to create spaces where people can immerse in the philosophy of Sound Mind, Sound Body and experience the transformative power of movement.”

“Fitness has been central to my life, which is why being here today at the launch of ASICS store means so much to me. ASICS stands for pushing boundaries and celebrating the joy of movement – values I strongly connect with. It is exciting to see a brand that inspires people to live actively and experience the power of Sound Mind, Sound Body. I can’t wait for everyone to explore the store and discover how ASICS can elevate their fitness journey,” said Sara Ali Khan, Actor & Fitness Enthusiast.
 

ASICS India continues to chart impressive growth in the domestic market. Building on this momentum, the brand aims to expand its retail footprint to 200 stores by the end of 2026. The launch of its first COCO store marks a defining step in ASICS’ journey in India, reaffirming its commitment to the market and strengthening its position as a global leader in performance-driven sportswear and lifestyle innovation.
 

About ASICS
Anima Sana In Corpore Sano, meaning ‘A Sound Mind in a Sound Body’ is an old Latin phrase from which ASICS is derived and the fundamental platform on which the brand still stands. The company was founded in 1949, more than 70 years ago by Kihachiro Onitsuka and is now a leading designer and manufacturer of running shoes, as well as athletic and SportStyle-inspired footwear, apparel, and accessories.

ASICS currently has 128 stores across India. More details can be found at www.asics.com/in/en-in/store-locator.

For more information, visit www.asics.com/in/en-in.

Enabling Leadership’s mixed-gender “football for life skills” program, EL Play, has won the BEST “Football for Good” program award at the 2025 World Football Summit (WFS) in Madrid. The prestigious award, sponsored by Common Goal, celebrates organizations that are using football as a catalyst for lasting social transformation.

Ravi Sonnad, CEO of Enabling Leadership talking about EL Play at the WFS Summit

The World Football Summit Awards are among the most respected recognitions in the global football industry, spotlighting individuals, initiatives, and organizations driving innovation and positive change across the world of sport. The Football for Good Award sponsored by Common Goal specifically honours programs that leverage football to advance equality, inclusion, and community empowerment — values deeply embedded in Enabling Leadership’s mission.

Ramkey Ananthakrishnan & Ravi Sonnad receiving the WFS 2025 ‘Football for Good’ award

Enabling Leadership Play (EL Play) began as a bold experiment over a decade ago, and today hosts the world’s largest mixed-gender football league, reaching over 6,000 children across Asia and Africa. Through EL Play, children from underserved communities build confidence, empathy, teamwork, resilience, and leadership — skills that help them not only dream bigger but break generational cycles of poverty by becoming productive and responsible adults capable of taking care of themselves AND the world around them.

The award was received by Ravi Sonnad, CEO, and Ramkey Ananthakrishnan, Chairman of the Board of Enabling Leadership Global, at the World Football Summit 2025 in Madrid.

Ravi Sonnad, CEO of Enabling Leadership, said: “This award is a celebration of every child who dared to defy the impossible. EL Play was born from a simple belief — that football can teach more than goals and games; it can teach empathy, equality, and leadership. It is heartening to see this belief reflected in our impact — our partner schools report academic improvement among their students enrolled in the EL Play program. These children now believe that boys and girls are equal, and they have significantly strengthened key life skills through the program. This recognition is truly for our coaches, schools, and partners who have helped make this vision real every single day.”

This global recognition reinforces Enabling Leadership’s vision that given the right opportunity and access, every child can be a role model, a global citizen, and a changemaker. The unique and innovative EL Play program is a transformational force in education and community development, and this award validates the impact the program is making.

For more information, visit www.enablingleadership.org.

ASBL, one of India’s most forward-looking real estate developers, hosted “Beyond Four Walls”, a first-of-its-kind industry event in Hyderabad dedicated to real estate brokers and their pivotal role in shaping the sector. Unlike traditional sales-driven gatherings, this initiative served as an open forum to bring brokers and developers together, fostering dialogue on collaboration, transparency, and the future of real estate.

ASBL Beyond Four Walls

A Platform for Industry Voices
The event brought together key voices from across India for a panel discussion and debate. Representing developers, Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder & CEO of ASBL, became the voice of hundreds of builders, while the brokers’ perspective was represented by nationally recognized leaders including Ravi Kevalramani, Mayank Agarwal, and Deepti Malek.

With an audience comprising brokers, channel partners, and real estate professionals, the event created a space where perspectives could be voiced freely and directly.

Key Themes & Discussions
The panel and audience explored a wide spectrum of issues relevant to today’s real estate market:

• City Comparisons & Infrastructure – Mumbai, Delhi, and Hyderabad were compared on lifestyle, infrastructure, and affordability. Panelists praised Hyderabad’s planning-first approach and highlighted its rising position.

• Future of Indian Real Estate (20-30 Years Ahead) – Predictions ranged from vertical mega-cities and satellite townships to hybrid, sustainable clusters with tech-driven planning and NRI demand

• Buyer Preferences Across Cities – Young buyers were seen as more logic-driven, seeking capital appreciation and rental yields. Luxury buyers, especially in Mumbai, were noted for paying extreme premiums for location and views, while Hyderabad stood out for value-driven, spacious homes

• Technology’s Role – The panel explored how discovery has moved online, and how the next frontier lies in digitizing transactions, documentation, and attribution to improve buyer and broker experience.

Broker Challenges
A dedicated portion of the discussion, and many audience questions focused on the challenges brokers face. Issues such as clients bypassing brokers, delays or denials in commission, and the lack of centralized regulation were raised openly. Panelists emphasized the need for stronger attribution systems, transparent communication with developers, and long-term partnerships that protect brokers’ efforts while ensuring fair collaboration.

Why It Matters
By giving brokers a stage, ASBL demonstrated its belief in collaboration beyond construction. The initiative bridged the gap between developers and brokers, reinforcing the idea that progress in Indian real estate depends on shared trust and open conversation.

Speaking at the event, Ajitesh Korupolu noted, “Our vision goes beyond building homes, it’s about building ecosystems of trust. By creating a transparent, respectful platform for brokers, we ensure buyers and sellers alike benefit from stronger, more collaborative industry practices.”

Hyderabad in the Spotlight
Panelists praised Hyderabad’s infrastructure, affordability, and livability, positioning it as India’s “rising star.” Discussions highlighted the city’s balance of high-rise affordability, robust infrastructure, and booming IT/pharma sectors, making it not just an attractive market, but a blueprint for future urban development

S.L. Raheja Hospital, Mahim – A Fortis Associate, has achieved a milestone in its clinical journey with the successful completion of its first-ever Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) at the COE for Haemato-Oncology. The landmark procedure was performed on a critically ill 61-year-old patient named Bijayentimala Devi from Manipur diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a complex form of blood cancer. The patient underwent an autologous stem cell transplant, which has led to a remarkable improvement in health, weight gain, and overall well-being — bringing renewed hope to patients suffering from serious haematological conditions.

Patient (L) Mrs Bijayentimala Devi and her husband Mr. Khamba share a moment of relief after a successful bone marrow transplant at S.L. Raheja Hospital Mahim – A Fortis Associate

The momentous transplant was led by the hospital’s team of Haemato-Oncologists and Bone Marrow Transplant specialists at the COE of Haemato-Oncology — Dr Abhay Bhave (Senior Consultant), Dr Shreya Agrawal (Consultant) & Dr Shrinath Kshirsagar (Consultant). The team is supported by a multidisciplinary clinical team and state-of-the-art BMT Dept. equipped with advanced infection-control systems, precision monitoring, and specialized post-transplant care facilities.

Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Kunal Punamiya, CEO, S.L. Raheja Hospital, Mahim – A Fortis Associate, said, “This transplant marks a defining moment in our hospital’s pursuit of medical excellence. It reinforces our commitment to delivering advanced, life-saving therapies with empathy and precision. This milestone demonstrates how technology, teamwork, and trust converge to create extraordinary patient outcomes.”

The clinical team Dr. Abhay Bhave, Dr Shreya Agrawal & Dr Shrinath Kshirsagar jointly said, “For patients with multiple myeloma and other critical blood disorders, a Bone Marrow Transplant often represents the best and sometimes only chance at long-term survival. The successful outcome for our patient from Manipur underlines the hospital’s ability to deliver world-class expertise and outcomes to patients across geographies.” Replace with husband/ partners quote.”

Patient’s Husband Mr. Khamba said “We are deeply grateful for the care and support we received at S.L. Raheja Hospital. From the moment we arrived, the medical team, including the doctors and nurses, provided exceptional care, both physically and emotionally. Despite the challenges, especially with my loved one’s condition, the improvements we’ve seen have been remarkable. The personalized attention and compassion shown by everyone here have given us hope. It feels like a new beginning, and we are truly thankful for the medical expertise and the unwavering support we’ve experienced.”

Today, the patient has fully recovered and been discharged from the hospital — just in time to go back home and celebrate Diwali with loved ones, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and marking the start of a new life filled with hope and healing.

The successful completion of the Bone Marrow Transplant stands as a testament to S.L. Raheja Hospital’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and holistic healing. As one of Mumbai’s leading centers for advanced medical care, the hospital continues to expand its expertise across oncology, neurology, and transplant medicine — empowering patients with access to world-class treatment options that redefine recovery and resilience.
 

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Fortis Healthcare Limited is a leading integrated healthcare delivery service provider in India. The healthcare verticals of the company primarily comprise hospitals, diagnostics, and day care specialty facilities. Currently, the company operates 33 healthcare facilities (including JVs and O&M facilities) across 11 states. The Company’s network comprises over 5,700 operational beds (including O&M beds) and 400 diagnostics labs.