Headsup B2B, a tech-enabled B2B procurement and supply platform, has secured mandates for the supply of 40+ MW of solar panels and ancillary products across multiple projects in Rajasthan and Jharkhand. With an aggregated supply value of approximately Rs. 85 Crore, the execution is scheduled over the upcoming six months, reinforcing its role in India’s renewable energy ecosystem!
 

The Headsup B2B team at the company’s New Delhi office
 

The supplies will support a mix of utility-scale solar projects as well as institutional and commercial solar installations under government-backed programmes, including deployments aligned with the PM KUSUM scheme and the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with Rajasthan’s high solar potential and Jharkhand’s growing renewable footprint serving as key deployment support. The engagement will be limited to module sourcing and supply of ancillary products, ensuring technical compliance, logistics planning, and phased deliveries, in line with approved quality standards and project timelines.
 

Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Sumit Kumar, Founder, Headsup B2B, said, “This 40+ MW mandate reflects our ability to manage large-scale, multi-location renewable supply programmes efficiently. By combining technology-led procurement with structured supply-chain coordination, we help EPCs and developers mitigate procurement risks while maintaining quality and delivery timelines. We are already in advanced discussions with leading execution partners for upcoming projects aggregating nearly 200 MW in the next financial year, which could help unlock an overall project value of approximately Rs. 400+ Crore across the ecosystem.”
 

Operating on an aggregator-led, asset-light model, Headsup B2B enables access to approved brands, competitive pricing, and structured procurement processes. Its renewable portfolio includes solar modules, inverters, structures, cables, energy storage solutions, and balance-of-system components, serving EPCs, infrastructure companies, and institutional buyers nationwide.
 

This milestone aligns with the company’s broader strategy to scale operations in renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure, and clean-tech procurement, supporting India’s transition toward long-term energy security and sustainability.
 

About Headsup B2B
Headsup B2B is a technology-driven B2B marketplace offering integrated procurement solutions across renewable energy, metal solutions, building materials, electricals, industrial warehousing, road safety equipment, and sustainable infrastructure, focused on transparency, efficiency, and scalable execution.

Vikramshila, IIT Kharagpur West Bengal
IIT Kharagpur will host Kshitij 2026, its annual techno-management symposium, from 16 to 18 January 2026. One of India’s prominent student-led festivals focused on technology and innovation, the 2026 edition coincides with the Platinum Jubilee celebrations of IIT Kharagpur, marking 75 years of the Institute’s contribution to education, research and national development.
 

Kshitij 2026
 

NPCI is serving as the Title Sponsor, with HCL Tech as the Co-Title Sponsor and Hero MotoCorp as the Associate Title Sponsor and for this edition, underscoring strong industry participation in the festival’s academic and outreach initiatives.
 

The Guest Lecture Series will feature speakers like Mr. K. N. Vyas, former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, and a former Secretary of the Department of Atomic Energy; Mr. Ashok Lavasa, former Finance Secretary of India and former Chief Election Officer and former Vice President (South Asia), Asian Development Bank; and Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the 51st Chief Justice of India.
 

Also participating are Mr. Suresh Prabhu, former Union Minister for Railways, Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation; Mr. Rajat Sharma, Founder and Chairman of India TV; Mr. Rishi Kumar Shukla, former Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation; and Mr. Bipul Chandra, Managing Director of Ducati India. The lecture series will address themes of governance, constitutional values, economic policy and institutional leadership.
 

The festival will include workshops, a Technology Summit, and a Business Conclave, focusing on industry-relevant skills, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Previous editions have seen participation from organizations such as Bajaj, Boeing, Cisco, and Genpact.

 

Kshitij 2026 will feature a wide range of competitive technical, analytical and innovation-driven events, drawing student participation from across the country and abroad. Core engineering competitions include Robowars, Drone Racing, Laws of Motion,Championship, Line Follower, Droid Blitz, and Sand Rover, testing skills in robotics, automation, aeromodelling and mechanical design. Mechatronics events focus on autonomous systems, control algorithms and real-time decision-making.
 

The festival will also host multiple hackathons and coding challenges, including Overnite, Source Code, On-Block Web3 Hackathon,Tech Triad Hackathon,Scam Bust Challenge,Lexicognition AI,Build with Gemini and the NLP Challenge, addressing problem statements in blockchain, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity.
 

On the management and innovation front, events such as B-Plan, the Indian Case Challenge, Enigma (Biz-Tech Quiz),Anadigix and Kshitij Maths Olympiad provide platforms for entrepreneurship, strategic thinking and analytical excellence. Sustainability-focused initiatives like SolarVision and the WASH Innovation Challenge highlight real-world applications of technology for social impact.
 

Kshitij 2026 will host large-scale technology and robotics exhibitions, featuring quadruped robots, humanoid robots, autonomous service robots, AR/VR-integrated systems and LiDAR- based installations presented by the Centre of Excellence in Urban Planning and Design (CoE- UPD), IIT Kharagpur. The exhibition zone will also feature a showcase of Ducati motorcycles and a professional stunt show by Hero MotoCorp.
 

The Megashows this year will be headlined by live performances of Raftaar and Last Minute India, reflecting the scale and outreach associated with the festival.
 

Further information is available at www.ktj.in, with accommodation details at www.ktj.in/Accommodation.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is ready to welcome the Year of the Horse with one of the world’s most vibrant Chinese New Year celebrations. On 17 February, the first day of the Lunar New Year, the Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade will transform the city into a glittering carnival of light, music, global cultures and festive spirit. Celebrate a Lunar New Year like no other, with colorful blossoms in Fairs, incense offerings for good luck in temples across Hong Kong, horse racing on Year of the Horse Raceday, and more.

A vibrant display of performers and floats brings Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year Night Parade alive

Start the First Day of the Year of the Horse with a Parade of Dazzling Floats and Enticing Performances from All Around the World.

Get ready for the first night of the Lunar New Year with a pre-parade street party, leading up to the dazzling procession of floats and performances. The Parade will start from Hong Kong Cultural Centre and travel through major roads in Tsim Sha Tsui – including Canton Road, Haiphong Road, and Nathan Road – beginning at 8 PM on 17 February. With the theme “BEST FORTUNE. WORLD PARTY,”, the festivities celebrate the energetic spirit of the horse, a symbol of strength, vitality, progress, and success in Chinese culture.

The 2026 Parade will be an authentic night-long celebration showcasing a spectacular line-up of themed floats sweeping in the best luck of the year. Some float sponsors will celebrate milestone anniversaries – with Cathay marking its 80th anniversary, Hong Kong Disneyland celebrating its 20th and McDonald’s Hong Kong debuting a float in honour of its 50th – adding extra excitement to the parade and doubling the surprises for all. The first-ever float from the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association will heat up the party by bringing beloved IP characters to the festivity. The Ocean Park Hong Kong will invite their adorable Panda Friends to spread new year blessings to families and friends, while the Hong Kong Jockey Club will spotlight the zodiac year with shimmering horse installations to bring prosperity to all. Multiple dazzling floats will be on display at Kai Tak Sports Park from 18 to 27 February, extending the Parade excitement to visitors throughout the festive season.

Beyond the floats, a dynamic line-up of performances from around the world during the Parade will reinforce Hong Kong’s status as a truly international festival city. Not only will France’s FierS à Cheval set the tone with illuminated horse tableaux that capture the spirit of the Year of the Horse, the exhilarating performances including the precision of the Xi’an Acrobatic Troupe from the Chinese Mainland, the comic acrobat duo Les Vitaminés from Canada, and the debut of Australia’s Manly Seabirds cheer performers will bring high-energy sparkle to the parade route. 

The Parade also embraces innovation while honouring tradition. Hong Kong’s East-Meets-West culture shines bright as the mesmerising Luminous Dragon Dance by Chinese Martial Arts Dragon and Lion Dance Association of Hong Kong, China, dances along the parade route with Italy’s Cromosauro, a large-scale dinosaur skeleton adorned with vibrant, colourful fabrics. 

Citywide Celebrations for best fortune in the Year of the Horse

There are many more Lunar New Year celebrations in addition to the Parade – the city pulses with festivities, giving visitors endless reasons to explore. 

For a week running up to the early hours of Lunar New Year’s Eve (11–17 February), visitors can dive into the festive spirit at Lunar New Year Fairs, commonly known as Chinese New Year flower markets, where parks and community hubs will burst with seasonal flowers, symbolic decorations and joyful atmosphere. Be sure to drop by some of the popular fairs for experiencing the vibrant ambience such as in Victoria Park in Causeway Bay or Fa Hui Park in Mong Kok. 

As we gallop into the Year of the Horse, visitors cannot miss at the much-loved Year of the Horse Raceday on the third day of Lunar New Year (19 February), where Sha Tin Racecourse will be filled with thrilling horse racing, entertainment, and festive excitement, promising your chance to boost the luck. 

Visitors can also take part in heartfelt blessings at the Hong Kong Well-Wishing Festival in Lam Tsuen from 17 February to 3 March, where visitors can write their wishes on a piece of joss paper attached to an orange and toss it up to the tree. It is believed that wishes will come true if they successfully cling to the wishing tree. Those seeking spiritual connection can visit Hong Kong’s many historic temples – including Wong Tai Sin Temple, Che Kung Temple and Kwun Yum Temples – to pray for fortune, love, prosperity, and success in the Year of the Horse. 

With its captivating parade spectacles, luminous celebrations, and welcoming festive spirit, Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year promises joy at every moment. This Year of the Horse, travellers are invited to embrace the energy, happiness, and optimism that Hong Kong radiates at this special time of year. 

About Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB)
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is a government-subvented body tasked with marketing and promoting Hong Kong as a travel destination worldwide and enhancing visitors’ experience once they arrive. These include making recommendations to the Government and other relevant bodies on the range and quality of visitor facilities.

The HKTB’s missions are to maximise the social and economic contribution made by tourism to the community of Hong Kong and to consolidate Hong Kong’s position as a unique, world-class, and most desired destination.

Hong Kong

International travel, lifestyle, and accessories brand TUMI celebrates the Year of the Horse with its 2026 Lunar New Year Collection. In the lunar zodiac, the Horse symbolizes momentum and a drive to explore new horizons. TUMI’s limited-edition collection captures that feeling, honoring the strength, optimism, and spirited energy of the Horse.
 

Entering the Year of the Horse with momentum, strength, and purpose

Blending innovation with craftsmanship, the capsule reimagines iconic silhouettes from the Alpha Bravo, Voyageur, and Belden collections with equestrian-inspired details.

“The Horse represents movement, freedom, and an unwavering pursuit of what’s next — all qualities that deeply resonate with how we design at TUMI,” says Victor Sanz, TUMI’s Global Creative Director. “For this collection, we incorporated equestrian elements in a thoughtful way to create pieces that carry intention into the new year.”

Designed for lives in constant motion, Alpha Bravo styles channel the Horse’s dynamic spirit and confident energy. The Navigation Backpack, Search Backpack, Retreat Tote, Compass Flap Crossbody, and Platoon Sling are updated with embossed horse motifs, bridle-inspired trim, and contrast stitching. Whether used for day-to-day travel or longer itineraries, each style upholds the premium functionality that the Alpha Bravo collection is known for.

(Left to right: Alpha Bravo Navigation Backpack, Alpha Bravo Platoon Sling, Voyageur Q Tote, Voyageur Celina Backpack, Belden ID Card Lanyard)

Bestselling Voyageur silhouettes—including the Adela Crossbody, Celina Backpack, Halsey Backpack, and Pouch—return this season, joined by the relaunched Q Tote. Each is crafted from our signature lightweight, durable nylon and features bridle-inspired accents and equine details. Select styles include a collectable lucky horseshoe coin, while backpacks and totes also feature a horse-embossed card case.

The Year of the Horse capsule continues TUMI’s tradition of celebrating cultural moments through high-performance design. Perfect for gifting, the collection invites us to step into the new year with optimism and good fortune. The 2026 Lunar New Year Collection is available now at TUMI stores worldwide and online at TUMI.com.

About TUMI

Since 1975, TUMI has been creating world-class business, travel, and performance luxury essentials, designed to upgrade, uncomplicate and beautify all aspects of life on the move. Blending flawless functionality with a spirit of ingenuity, we’re committed to empowering journeys as a lifelong partner to movers and makers in pursuit of their passions.

For more about TUMI, visit TUMI.com and follow on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

TUMI and TUMI logo are registered trademarks of Tumi, Inc. © 2026 Tumi, Inc.

Anurag Sinha forays back on screen with the Netflix crime thriller Taskaree, based on customs and smuggling networks, directed by Neeraj Pandey and Raghav Jairath.

Anurag Sinha

Taskaree is Anurag Sinha’s first collaboration with Neeraj Pandey for a Netflix series. With a selective blend of varied genres ranging from crime thrillers, drama and dramedy, Anurag Sinha has yet again proved his ability to enthral audiences with his clinical yet highly compelling and bold performance. Set against the backdrop of smuggling and customs, Taskaree is an eclectic mix of a promising ensemble cast including Emraan Hashmi, Sharad Kelkar, Zoya Afroz, Nandish Singh Sandhu, Amruta Khanvilkar and Hemant Kher.

Debuted with Subhash Ghai’s Black & White and known for his stellar work in Nikhhil Advani’s Prisoners of War, Anurag Sinha was last seen in Shadow Assassins, a film based on true events of secret killings in Assam, 1991, for which he won the Best Actor award at NJIFF and ALTFF, Toronto.

With Taskaree, Anurag Sinha returns to the global platform, reaffirming his versatility in projects that combine strong narratives with compelling performances. The spotlight widens as he enters his next chapter. 

Taskaree | Released worldwide on 14 January 2026 on Netflix. 

Anurag Sinha
Taskaree
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In the final days of 2025, when many factories begin winding down and skeleton crews take over, the VinFast manufacturing complex in Hai Phong showed no signs of easing up. Robotic arms kept time with one another. Conveyors rolled steadily forward. Lights stayed on long after dark, as electric vehicles continued to come off the line at full pace. If this was a year ending, it did not feel like one slowing down.

VinFast rolled its 200,000th electric vehicle of 2025 out of the Hai Phong plant

That sense of continuity turned into a milestone on December 31, when VinFast rolled its 200,000th electric vehicle of 2025 out of the Hai Phong plant. The number capped a year in which the company had already spent more than twelve months as the best-selling car brand in Vietnam, steadily widening a gap between itself and long-established rivals.

The factory itself helps explain how that pace has been sustained. With more than 1,200 ABB robots and a production process nearing 90 percent automation, the Hai Phong plant runs with the discipline and rhythm of a mature global manufacturer. December alone saw nearly 26,000 vehicles completed. On its busiest day, the plant produced more than a thousand cars in 24 hours, a level of output that puts it firmly in gigafactory territory.

The identity of the 200,000th vehicle mattered as much as the number itself. It was the Limo Green, a fully electric seven-seat MPV that has become one of VinFast’s standout successes. In November 2025, the model posted monthly sales of 9,642 units, the highest single-month figure ever recorded by any car in Vietnam. The appeal is straightforward and deliberate: space, features, and practicality, wrapped into an electric MPV designed for families and fleet buyers alike. VinFast plans to bring the Limo Green to India and Indonesia next, markets where affordable electric people movers have big growth potential.

While celebrations were underway in Hai Phong, another piece of good news arrived from more than 5,000 kilometers away. On that same December 31st, India’s VAHAN data showed VinFast had recorded 321 new electric vehicle registrations for the month, overtaking both Hyundai and Kia. The result placed VinFast fourth in India’s EV market in December, a notable showing for a brand still learning its way around the country.

The ranking deserves attention. Although VinFast officially launched its brand in January 2025, sales only began in September, and with just two models, the VF 6 and VF 7, both assembled locally at its Tamil Nadu plant. Four months later, the company had already expanded to 35 showrooms nationwide.

“VinFast’s entry is raising the bar for design, features, and performance in the EV segment,” wrote one industry observer.

Taken together, these developments suggest a company stepping into 2026 with its footing secure. Beyond Hai Phong, VinFast brought three new factories online over the past year, in Ha Tinh in Vietnam, Tamil Nadu in India, and Subang in Indonesia. The footprint reflects a strategy built around local production, tighter supply chains, and a long view of global growth.

Looking ahead, change is coming, but the direction remains consistent. VinFast is continuing to build out its EV ecosystem, expanding dealerships and service centers while tackling charging access head-on. In December, its strategic charging partner V-Green signed agreements with HPCL to install EV chargers at fuel stations across India, addressing one of the most persistent concerns among Indian EV buyers.

In 2026, the company’s three core pillars will continue to bring tangible benefits to consumers. Vehicles are designed to meet high-quality standards. Pricing is structured to stay inclusive. Exceptional after-sales policies are meant to reduce uncertainty. Indian customers are offered warranties of up to ten years/200,000 km on vehicles and batteries, along with benefits such as three years of free maintenance, incentives that aim to make the transition to electric feel less like a leap of faith.

For a new brand, the strategy signals patience. VinFast is spending early to earn trust later, betting that consistency will matter more than quick wins. As one Indian auto industry analyst observed, the next phase will come down to execution. If manufacturing strength continues to show up in everyday ownership and charging access improves at the same pace, VinFast’s early momentum could carry well beyond 2026.

For customers already behind the wheel, the shift feels personal. “I didn’t buy it just because it looks good and new, though that helps,” said Rahul, a first-time EV owner in Pune. “I bought it because the VinFast team at the showroom made me feel supported, and because they’ve actually built a factory here. That tells me they’re serious about staying for the long term.”

New research conducted by World Animal Protection states that two thirds of captive elephants in Thailand’s tourism industry still live in poor conditions, despite some welfare improvements. Most elephants used in Thailand’s tourism industry continue to suffer in captivity, according to new World Animal Protection research.

Elephant in Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm and Zoo in Bangkok in Thailand Photograph credit: Abhishek Shankhwar

Nearly two in three captive elephants are still living in poor conditions, despite some limited progress since the last assessment in 2019.

Elephants continue to endure short chaining, inadequate diets, dirty living conditions, lack of veterinary care and forced tourist interactions including riding, washing and shows.

The research, led by World Animal Protection elephant expert and wildlife veterinarian Dr Jan Schmidt-Burbach, assessed 236 tourism venues housing 2,849 elephants across Thailand between February 2024 and January 2025. Encouragingly, observation-only elephant experiences with no direct human contact are increasing.

In 2024, 7.3% of captive elephants were kept at venues offering observation only experiences, compared with 4.6% in 2010.

The findings are published in Bred to Entertain – A new assessment capturing 15 years of Thailand’s elephant tourism industry, released on 12 January 2026. Link:

Using nine animal welfare criteria, the study found persistently low welfare standards across venues, with results almost identical to those recorded in 2019. World Animal Protection has long documented the severe physical and psychological harm caused by elephant rides and shows, driven by harsh training methods and restrictive living conditions that prevent elephants from expressing natural behaviours.

This study is of cardinal importance to the elephant riding situation in India given the status of riding elephants, especially the eighty elephants in Amer Fort in Jaipur in Rajasthan, the restarting of elephant rides in Corbett National Park (Tiger Reserve) and the tragic death of an elephant safari elephant named Swarnimoyee in Kaziranga on 11 December, 2025. The current situation is untenable and continuing research like the recent study in Thailand continue to show that captive elephants suffer in confined spaces and that the current tourism policy worldwide that somehow finds it acceptable that wild animals in captivity are entertainers needs to change.

In India, we are faced with massive issues of habitat loss and human animal conflict and the need of the hour is to address these in situ, rather than bring in more elephants into captivity and add to the wildlife trade and wildlife entertainment problem.

We understand that in a fast changing world, business models are adapting to new demands and tastes, and there is a very significant trend toward humane animal treatment that moves away from traditional practices of treating animals as commodities and commercial resources rather than sentient beings.

Regarding sentience, we are increasingly seeing very big strides in recognition of sentience in all animals, with debates becoming increasingly prevalent on whether all forms of animals, including invertebrates and forms of animals that have traditionally not been considered as being particularly sentient fit the sentience category and if sentience can extend to artificial intelligence in the advanced learning models that are now being developed. 2026 is being considered a cardinal year for discussions on the subject of sentience, with New Zealand making significant strides in this area. Sentience in animals like elephants and great apes now clearly show that their cognitive and behavioral abilities make them candidates for many rights that are accorded to humans.

World Animal Protection has been working on several levels to address the problem of sentient animals like elephants being mistreated: by lobbying and advocating for policy changes with the government, by convincing corporates to come out of offering cruel elephant rides and by engaging people to pledge not to take elephant rides anywhere, in any venue.

It is hoped that with emerging consciousness on the nature of animal sentience and emerging research that shows that breeding and maintaining elephants in captivity represent unscientific and immoral attitudes to our relationship with other life forms, wildlife tourism practices will change. In this regard, World Animal Protection is pleased to welcome Wildpaw Adventures and North East Travels under the wildlife friendly tourism initiative with the hope that other travel companies will follow their suit to move to more responsible travel practices.

“We hope the Thailand report research will encourage outbound Indian tourists to avoid low welfare venues abroad and exercise responsible travel choices in India to respect sentient animals like elephants. With India assuming the Presidency of BRICS in 2026, it is important for governments to recognize the role of sentience in framing policies toward tourism involving animals, wildlife trade and treatment of farm animals with regard to health and zoonoses as well,” says Gajender Kumar Sharma, Country Director, World Animal Protection in India.

The University of Aberdeen, founded in 1495 and among the world’s oldest and most prestigious centres of learning, today announced the opening of admissions for its Mumbai campus for the inaugural September 2026 intake. The announcement was made by Professor Peter Edwards, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University, during a visit to Mumbai where he formally inaugurated the development of the campus site in Powai, marking a key milestone towards the official opening of the University of Aberdeen’s campus before August 2026.

Professor Peter Edwards, Principal & Vice-Chancellor, University of Aberdeen announcing the admissions for the First Mumbai Campus Cohort

As part of its India launch, Professor Edwards unveiled the Aberdeen Pioneer Scholarship, to support talented students to access academic excellence. The scholarship programme will provide a Rs. 2 lakh tuition fee waiver to all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students who apply by 31 January 2026 and are accepted to enroll in September 2026. The scholarship amount will be deducted directly from the tuition fees and indicated in the acceptance letter from the University.

Academic Programmes

At the undergraduate level, Aberdeen will offer the courses under the Scottish four-year degree structure, giving students two foundational years followed by specialisation at the end of the second year. Initial undergraduate programmes include BSc Data Science (Hons), BSc Computing Science (Hons), MA Economics (Hons) and MA Business Management (Hons). All programmes will be delivered in line with the University’s UK academic standards, with students graduating with a UK-accredited degree awarded by the University of Aberdeen.

Responding to India’s rising demand for specialised technical expertise, the University will also introduce a one-year MSc in Artificial Intelligence and MBA. With AI expected to add $1.7 trillion to the Indian economy by 2035, the programme is designed to equip graduates with future-ready skills.

The one-year MBA is designed for professionals with a minimum of two years’ work experience and offers an accelerated pathway to leadership development. One-year MBA programmes remain relatively uncommon in India, at a time when working professionals are increasingly seeking shorter, career-aligned postgraduate pathways.

During his visit, Professor Edwards also chaired a leadership roundtable on the impact of artificial intelligence on early-career talent, bringing together industry leaders to discuss how universities and employers can better prepare graduates for an AI-driven workplace.

As part of the University of Aberdeen’s broader commitment to strengthening industry-academia collaboration in India, four strategic MoUs were signed. The first, with TEAM (Tech Entrepreneurs Association of Mumbai), aims to advance a shared vision of nurturing entrepreneurial talent in the region. The second, with GOQii, an AI-powered preventive health-tech and longevity platform, and the third with InvestorAi, an AI-powered investment platform co-founded by University alumnus Bruce Keith. In addition, the University signed an MoU with The Akanksha Foundation to enable students from low-income communities to access the University of Aberdeen’s high-quality education in Mumbai. These collaborations reinforce the University’s focus on building meaningful industry partnerships that support experiential learning, innovation, and career-ready education for students.

Professor Peter Edwards, Principal & Vice-Chancellor, University of Aberdeen, said, “For more than five centuries, the University of Aberdeen has stood for academic excellence, purpose-driven learning, and global engagement. Our entry into India reflects our commitment to delivering world-class, future-focused education to one of the world’s most dynamic talent ecosystems. The MoU with the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) marks an important milestone towards the establishment of the University’s future campus at the proposed Educity, and further strengthening our long-term partnership with India. As we prepare to welcome our first cohort, we look forward to building a globally connected academic community and working closely with stakeholders to foster meaningful collaborations that support India’s education and innovation ambitions.”

Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India at the British Council, said, “I congratulate the University of Aberdeen on opening admissions for its Mumbai campus. International campuses are aligned with the priorities of the UK-India Vision 2035 and the National Education Policy 2020, and will expand access to globally recognised education, strengthening academic collaboration, and creating meaningful opportunities for students and educators. As the first Scottish university to be granted permission to establish a campus in India, Aberdeen’s entry reflects the growing trust and shared ambition between India and the UK.”

Harjinder Kang, British Deputy High Commissioner to Western India and His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner to South Asia, said, “The University of Aberdeen opening its first Indian campus in Mumbai brings the India-UK Vision 2035 to life. As the first Scottish university to take this step, Aberdeen is expanding access to world-class UK degrees and equipping young people with future-ready skills in AI, data, and business. This is what our education partnership looks like in action – a shared commitment to nurture the next generation of global talent.”

Ranked 18th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2026), Top 250 globally (The World University Rankings 2026), and 83rd for sustainability worldwide (QS 2026), the University of Aberdeen brings over five centuries of academic excellence, five Nobel laureates and an EQUIS-accredited Business School to India’s rapidly evolving higher education ecosystem. Its India entry is anchored in UK-accredited degrees, global academic rankings and the four-year Scottish undergraduate model, bringing a distinctive approach to higher education in the country.

Further information on programmes, admissions and scholarships is available on the University’s India Campus website: University of Aberdeen Mumbai | Study Here.

About the University of Aberdeen

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is the fifth oldest in the UK and holds an ancient tradition of modern thinking that has sparked lasting change for over 530 years. With education and active research delivered across 12 schools, our diverse community of over 130 nationalities and 14,500 students come together to create real-world change across five key interdisciplinary areas: Energy Transition, Social Inclusion and Cultural Diversity, Environment and Biodiversity, Data and Artificial Intelligence; and Health, Nutrition and Wellbeing. At the heart of this interdisciplinary mindset is a supportive and welcoming community, underpinned by our state-of-the-art learning environments and vibrant locations. 

ZebPay, one of India’s pioneering Bitcoin exchanges, has announced the launch of its Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) feature, allowing users to avail the benefit of automated, recurring crypto investments. The new feature is designed to promote a disciplined, long-term approach to crypto investing, especially Bitcoin, helping Indian investors manage market volatility with consistency and confidence.

ZebPay Introduces SIPs to Promote Disciplined, Long-Term Bitcoin Investing

Reinforcing its long-standing Bitcoin-first philosophy, ZebPay has designed its SIP offering with a clear emphasis on systematic Bitcoin investing, while also extending access to a curated set of 15 crypto investing pairs. Anchored in the brand’s “Bitcoin Mein Pro” ethos, the initiative underscores ZebPay’s belief that long-term value in crypto is built through discipline, consistency, and informed participation rather than short-term speculation.

Sharing his views on the launch, Rahul Pagidipati, CEO of ZebPay, said, “Bitcoin investing, like any long-term financial journey, rewards discipline and consistency. While market volatility is inevitable, systematic investing can help users navigate these cycles with greater confidence. Through the launch of SIPs, we aim to make it easier for Indian investors to adopt a long-term mindset, leverage rupee-cost averaging, and participate in the crypto ecosystem in a more structured and responsible manner.”

By enabling regular investments at fixed intervals, ZebPay SIPs help users reduce reactionary decision-making and build disciplined investing habits focused on long-term participation in the crypto ecosystem. The feature is suited for both first-time investors beginning their crypto journey and experienced users seeking a more structured investment approach. Furthermore, ZebPay SIPs enable users to automate their crypto investments on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis through the platform’s Quick Trade feature. Investments are executed automatically at prevailing market prices, allowing for hands-free investing while helping users average their purchase costs over time. Users also retain full flexibility, with the option to pause, resume, or cancel their SIPs at any time, without lock-ins or penalties.

Raj Karkara, COO of ZebPay, mentioned, “Over the years, we’ve seen growing interest from users seeking simpler, more automated ways to invest in crypto without the need to constantly track the markets. ZebPay SIPs are designed to offer users control and transparency while reducing the friction associated with manual investing. This launch marks another step in our ongoing efforts to build intuitive, compliant, and investor-first solutions for India’s evolving crypto community.”

Setting up a SIP on ZebPay is designed to be simple and transparent. Users can select a crypto asset of their choice, set a fixed investment amount in INR, and choose an investment frequency aligned with their financial goals. Each SIP execution is carried out through Quick Trade market orders, with the purchased crypto credited directly to the user’s account. Investors also have clear visibility into their investment amounts, applicable fees, and execution history at all times.

In line with ZebPay’s commitment to accessible and responsible investing, SIPs follow the same fee structure as Quick Trade. As a special benefit, users making their first-ever Bitcoin transaction, even if via SIP, will enjoy a zero-fee experience, making it easier for new investors to take their first step toward systematic Bitcoin investing. On that note, ZebPay SIPs are available to KYC-compliant users, with investments executed only when sufficient wallet balance is present. The feature has been live on Android and web platforms from January 8, 2026, and has also become available on iOS since January 12, 2026.

With this launch, ZebPay reinforces its position as a platform focused on long-term value creation. The SIP offering embodies the company’s broader philosophy of promoting disciplined investing, setting ZebPay apart from platforms primarily focused on active or high-frequency trading.

About ZebPay
ZebPay is one of India’s oldest Bitcoin exchanges, with over 6 million registered users. Founded in 2014, it strives to be the leading blockchain asset solution provider and the #1 financial advisor for Indians in the crypto space. The company’s mission is to help its members achieve financial freedom in the Web3 economy. ZebPay is an FIU-registered digital asset exchange, accessible via zebpay.com/in/ as well as the Android Play Store and Apple App Store. Customers can invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, BAT, and 400+ other crypto pairs, trading both crypto-fiat and crypto-crypto. ZebPay OTC, a bespoke trading desk for high-volume clients, serves both individual and institutional investors.

For more details, please visit: www.zebpay.com.

For details related to ZebPay’s security measures, please visit the security page.