As a part of the 78th Army Day celebrations, Chandigarh University (CU) launched ‘CU Online Jai Jawan Scholarship’ for extending financial support to the children of Indian Defence and Paramilitary personnel pursuing world class online higher education by enrolling for any of the 12 internationally-recognized undergraduate and postgraduate online degree  programs being offered by ‘CU Online’.

Lt Gen Ajay Chandpuria, General Officer Commanding, Vajra Corps during the launch of ‘CU Online Jai Jawan Scholarship’ at Chandigarh University

The dignitaries who graced the launch of the ‘CU Online Jai Jawan Scholarship’ included Lt Gen Ajay Chandpuria, AVSM, VSM, General Officer Commanding, Vajra Corps, Brigadier (Dr) Gagan Deep Singh Baath, Executive Director (Student Affairs & Administration) and Professor of Management, Chandigarh University and Dr Gurpreet Singh, Director, Chandigarh University.

Sharing details of CU Online Jai Jawan Scholarship scheme, Deepinder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University said, “Family members of serving, retired, and martyred soldiers will be eligible for benefits of this scholarship scheme which will cover Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Indian Coast Guard, all Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) including CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP and SSB, Assam Rifles, NSG, SPG and other paramilitary units.”

“This scholarship is applicable for all 12 online degree programs being offered by CU Online including BBA, BCA, MBA (General), MBA (Business Analytics), MCA, BA JMC, BBA BA, MSc Data Science, MA English, MA Economics, MSc Maths, and MA JMC. For availing the benefit pf ‘CU Online Jai Jawan Scholarship’, eligible applicants will need to visit web portal of the CU Online (www.onlinecu.in), select an online degree program, upload proof of parent’s service and select ‘Defense Service – Jai Jawan’ under the scholarship section.   This initiative by Chandigarh University is a step towards empowering military families by providing access to world-class online education. It will not only promote digital education but also ensure that no child of a soldier is deprived of education due to financial reasons. Our National Cadet Corps unit has 373 cadets belonging to all three wings of the NCC – Army Wing, Navy Wing, and Air Force Wing – of which 40 % are girls. As many as 43 cadets trained at NCC wing of CU has been commissioned as officers in all three wings of Indian Armed Forces,” he added.

 On the occasion,  in his keynote address on “War, Will and Wisdom: India’s Evolving Military Thought in an Age of Strategic Uncertainty”,  the Chief Guest Lt Gen Ajay Chandpuria, AVSM, VSM, General Officer Commanding, Vajra Corps, said India have a befitting reply to Pakistan for the Pahalgam  terror attack with Operation Sindoor and achieved the desired success by making it clear that  terrorism will no longer be tolerated and anyone who helps terrorists will pay a heavy price for it.

“With Operation Sindoor, we have made it clear that if terror attacks like Pahalgam don’t stop, ghar mein ghus ke marenge (we will strike even inside their homes).  But everyone is asking why did we stop (Operation Sindoor) on 10th May (2025) ? Why didn’t we completely destroy Pakistan? The whole western world was up against India after operation Sindoor.  America thought it was the monitor of the world but we didn’t seek their permission to start the operation or took them on board for Operation Sindoor. We decided and we acted. After acting, we told them (US). So, they were very antagonised. They thought how can you (India) do it? We stopped Operation Sindoor at a particular point because it has achieved its objective as the biggest and most successful operation in Indian history against terrorism and it suited us to stop this Operation,”.

“In response to Uri attack, we crossed the LoC and conducted a surgical strike across the border. After Pulwama attack, we sent the Air Force and targeted terrorist infrastructure in Balakot. After Pahalgam attack, we attacked nine targets 300-400 kilometers inside Pakistan. All this was done in ‘proportion’. Why did we stop (Operation Sindoor) on May 10th? There were profound reasons behind this. The financial year begins in April, and the crops were standing in the fields. A war at that time could have set our economy back by 20 years. To become a developed nation by 2047, we need sustained economic growth.  We acted of our own volition and stopped Operation Sindoor according to our strategic needs,” he added.

On this occasion, an Indian Army Infantry Small Arms Exhibition at Chandigarh University provided students first-hand exposure to the professionalism, technology, and operational ethos of the Indian Army. This exhibition by Indian Army showcased modern and upgraded weapons used by the army, including BFSR TI camera, 81 mm mortar, ATGM unified launcher and 7.52 mm MAG 58 machine gun. The exhibition also featured lethal weapons such as the Automatic Grenade Launcher-17, 7.62 Dragunov sniper rifle, .338 SAKO TRG 42 sniper rifle, 7.62 mm Negev LMG, 7.62 mm SIG rifle, 7.62 mm AK-203 rifle, and 5.56 mm INSAS rifle.

 About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.

Website address:  www.cuchd.in.

SBI Life Spell Bee, one of India’s long-running spelling competitions, concluded its Grand Finale, marking the successful culmination of the 15th edition of the initiative in association with Mirchi. Eleven-year-old, Master Avik Agrawal, from Bombay Scottish School, Powai, Mumbai, emerged as the winner, through a gruelling competition that witnessed participation from over 1.25 lakh students across 300 schools nationwide, earning him the prestigious ‘Spell Master of India’ national title.

Amit Jhingran – MD & CEO, SBI Life, Nupur Jhingran, Avik Agrawal, Mandira Bedi, Sumonto Chattopadhyay, Ravindra Sharma, Chief of Brand, Corporate Communications and CSR, SBI Life

The Grand Finale, hosted by Indian actor, fashion designer and television presenter Ms. Mandira Bedi, witnessed an engaging face-off among the country’s top young spellers, who advanced through multiple competitive rounds testing spelling accuracy, vocabulary, and presence of mind. Kushagra Pandey, age 13 years from The Millennium School, Lucknow, was declared the First Runner-Up, while Jasmine Jonwal, age 13 years from Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan, Pratap Nagar, Jaipur, secured the Second Runner-Up position. All the finalists demonstrated strong language skills and consistency throughout the competition.

As the National winner, Avik Agrawal was awarded a cash prize of INR 1,00,000, along with an all-expenses-paid trip to Disneyland, Hong Kong, as a recognition for his performance and progression through the competition.

This year’s edition was anchored around the theme ‘Bee Spellionaire’, which positions knowledge and language skills as a form of long-term value for young learners. The concept underscores the role of spelling and vocabulary in building confidence, clarity of expression, and critical thinking among students. Through this initiative, SBI Life continues to provide structured platforms that encourages learning beyond classrooms and supports the holistic development of our future leaders.

Mr. Ravindra Sharma, Chief of Brand, Corporate Communications and CSR at SBI Life Insurance, said, “The theme of SBI Life Spell Bee, ‘Bee Spellionaire’, reflects our endeavour to create intellectual wealth for our future leaders by enriching their vocabulary and introducing them to new words that expand knowledge and sharpen articulation. This growing richness of language fosters confidence and clarity, empowering young Spellionaires to express their thoughts and vision, to carve a better future for themselves and the nation. At SBI Life, we describe this spirit of progress as ‘Apne Liye, Apno Ke Liye’.

He further added, “Platforms such as the SBI Life Spell Bee engage young learners by nurturing curiosity, competence and confidence – qualities that are fundamental to building a confident nation. We are humbled by the enthusiastic nationwide participation in the 15^th edition of SBI Life Spell Bee, the promising performances offer a glimpse into the potential of our enterprising future leaders.”

Avik Agrawal, ‘Spell Master of India’ -SBI Life Spell Bee Season 15, said, “It was enriching to meet so many children from across the country, and I have learnt a lot from this experience. I am grateful to the organizers for giving me this opportunity and platform”.

Commenting on the Grand Finale, Mr. Yatish Mehrishi, CEO, Entertainment Network (India) Limited, said, “Season 15 of Spell Bee showcased some of the country’s finest young spellers. The new gamified format and engaging finale experiences helped us connect more deeply with students. It is encouraging to see the continued support of schools, parents, teachers and students in making Spell Bee India’s largest spelling competition. Mirchi remains committed to enriching the lives of students through experiential properties like Spell Bee.”

SBI Life Spell Bee witnessed participation from students across multiple cities and schools, with the competition conducted through several stages including school-level, city-level, regional, and national rounds. The National Grand Finale was aired on Jiostar and simulcast on Nickelodeon, Nick HD+ and Sonic, extending the reach of the initiative to audiences across the country.

About SBI Life Insurance

SBI Life Insurance (‘SBI Life’ / ‘The Company’), one of the most trusted life insurance companies in India, was incorporated in October 2000 and is registered with the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in March 2001.

Serving millions of families across India, SBI Life’s diverse range of products caters to individuals as well as group customers through Protection, Pension, Savings and Health solutions.

Driven by ‘Customer-First’ approach, SBI Life places great emphasis on maintaining world-class operating efficiency and providing hassle-free claim settlement experience to its customers by following high ethical standards of service. Additionally, SBI Life is committed to enhance digital experiences for its customers, distributors and employees alike.

SBI Life strives to make insurance accessible to all, with its extensive presence across the country through its 1,154 offices, 28,534 employees, a large and productive network of about 268,792 agents, 73 corporate agents and 9 bancassurance partners with more than 40,000 partner branches, 149 brokers and other insurance marketing firms.

In addition to doing what’s right for the customers, the company is also committed to provide a healthy and flexible work environment for its employees to excel personally and professionally.

SBI Life strongly encourages a culture of giving back to the society and has made substantial contribution in the areas of child education, healthcare, disaster relief and environmental upgrade. In 2024-25, the Company touched over 53,000 direct beneficiaries through various CSR interventions.

Listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (‘BSE’) and the National Stock Exchange (‘NSE’), the company has an authorized capital of Rs. 20.0 billion and a paid-up capital of Rs. 10.0 billion. The AuM is Rs. 4,814.6 billion.

For more information, please visit our website-www.sbilife.co.in and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

(Numbers & data mentioned above are for the period ended September 30, 2025)

In an effort to foster greater awareness about healthy eating habits and nutrition, over 300 students and their parents attended the interactive and educational event, Achchi Bhookh Quiz, organised in Mumbai. The record-extending fourth edition of the event, hosted by Slurrp in association with LupinLife Aptivate, featured a lively quiz competition, focused on enhancing knowledge about food, nutrition, and balanced diets among families.  After rigorous nationwide regional rounds across cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and more, the epic journey culminated with the top 24 parent-child duos facing off in the Semi-Finals and Finals held in Mumbai.

Over 300 students and their parents attended the interactive and educational event, Achchi Bhookh Quiz, that was hosted by Slurrp in association with LupinLife Aptivate in Mumbai

Recognised by both the Asia Book of Records and the India Book of Records as the largest food quiz of its kind, the Achchi Bhookh School Foodie Quiz has evolved into a nationwide movement promoting nutritional awareness amongst children and families. The finale, spearheaded by prominent educators and nutrition experts, along with HT Labs co-founder and CEO Avinash Mudaliar, a renowned quizmaster himself, aimed to bridge the gap in food literacy and address misconceptions about diet and health. Held for children from Classes 1 to 6 (aged 6 to 12), the event was designed to encourage intergenerational learning, with the program highlighting key aspects of healthy living, nutritious consumption patterns, including the importance of eating seasonal fruits and vegetables, reducing processed food intake, and the benefits of regular exercise.

Meet The Winners

The contenders gathered from across India for the national semi-finals and final, with the prizes up for grabs including Hybrid Bikes, a laptop, a tablet PC, and a smartwatch. One of the standout features of the event was the delivery of over 150 nutrition workshops for families nationwide. The flagship quiz competition, which saw active participation from students and parents as teams, attracted over 35,000 pan-India online registrations across different cities. Over 100 teams, each from 24 locations, were selected for an engaging Cluster Finals round, which saw 24 pairs of finalists advance to the Grand Finale.

The finale saw intrepid child-parent pairs from across the length and breadth of India ready to ace the quiz for the top spots. The questions covered topics such as the nutritional value of different food items, myths about diets, and tips for planning balanced meals, along with pop culture and general knowledge about food and beverages. With 24 teams split into 3 semi-finals, the top 2 from each of the rounds competed to be crowned the National Champion.

Sana Roshith, a student of Hari Sri Vidya Nidhi School, Thrissur, topped the quiz along with her father Roshith Mohan, and took home a Hybrid Bicycle, Laptop, Trophy and Certificate, while Anant Pradyumna Srikant of Sishya School, Chennai took home a Hybrid Bicycle, Samsung Tablet, Trophy and Certificate as the first runners-up, partnering his father, P. Srikant. Teertha Garimella from Kalpa School, Hyderabad, and her mother Pragati Garimella, were crowned the second runners-up and awarded a Hybrid Bicycle, Smartwatch, Trophy and Certificate.

A Word From Leadership

Commenting on the finale, Avinash Mudaliar, co-founder and CEO of Slurrp and HT Labs, said, “At Slurrp, we believe that building a strong foundation of nutrition knowledge starts at home and extends to the community. The caliber of talent this year was truly outstanding, with young minds from across the nation offering unique regional insights and a sincere passion for culinary education. These students demonstrated an awareness that stretched past simple rote learning.”

Anil V Kaushal, CEO, LupinLife Consumer Healthcare Limited, added, “It’s been a joy to see how this quiz brings the magic of learning and healthy eating to life. The enthusiasm from every child and parent has been nothing short of infectious, creating a ripple effect of positive growth within the home. Seeing these young ‘stars’ grow in confidence and understanding is exactly why we do what we do.”

Endless Innovation

In an innovative addition to this year’s edition, LupinLife also launched Nutribot, a WhatsApp-based nutrition assistant designed to help parents navigate children’s dietary queries. The AI-powered chatbot offers meal planning suggestions, answers nutrition questions, and provides customised advice based on children’s age, weight, and activity levels. Throughout the day, the audience asked Nutribot their burning nutrition queries, exploring the tool’s diverse and informed potential, after which the most insightful questions were selected for special rewards.

While the contestants were the stars of the show, the Quizmaster also engaged the audience with entertaining foodie trivia, creating an informative experience for all attendees. The program concluded with students taking a pledge to adopt healthier lifestyles and help spread awareness within their communities. From modest crowds of 5,000 to 10,000, to a record 22,000 last year, this season set a new benchmark with over 35,000 registrations from every corner of India, highlighting the growing desire of children and parents alike to engage with food in informed ways. With the support of LupinLife, the quiz was made an engaging experience and highlighted the importance of such initiatives in tackling the rising prevalence of lifestyle-related health issues among younger generations.

Jindal Institute of Medical Sciences (JIMS), Hisar, has become the first medical institution in North India to introduce the SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System for knee replacement surgery, in collaboration with U.S.-headquartered MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. This landmark installation marks a significant advancement in the orthopedic care landscape across Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan, and is a moment of pride for both Hisar and JIMS.

Launch of SkyWalker Orthopedics Robotic System

SkyWalker™ is the only orthopedic robotic platform globally that is integrated with a patented True Medial-Pivot Knee philosophy, delivering sub-millimeter precision for highly accurate joint alignment. This technology enables superior stability, improved functional outcomes, and faster recovery—resulting in a durable, natural-feeling knee that allows patients to return more quickly to everyday activities such as walking long distances and climbing stairs with confidence and ease.

Leadership teams from Jindal Hospital, Hisar and MicroPort Orthopedics

Earlier, on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Late Shri Netram Jindal Ji and Late Smt. Chandrwali Jindal Ji, the SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System was graciously introduced by Smt. Savitri Devi Jindal Ji for the benefit of the masses. The introduction of this state-of-the-art robotic technology reflects Jindal Hospital’s continued commitment to advancing orthopedic care through precision, innovation, and patient- centric treatment.

“JIMS carries a strong legacy of over 57 years, defined by patient-centric care, continuous advancement, and a commitment to remain at the forefront of medical science,” said Dr. Ritu Chopra, Medical Director, Jindal Institute of Medical Sciences. “The adoption of cutting-edge medical technology is central to our mission, and we are proud to be the first institution in North India to bring SkyWalker™ robotic technology to our patients.”

Dr. Sidharth Baheti, Senior Orthopedician at JIMS, Hisar, highlighted the growing clinical need in the region, “Across rural Haryana and Punjab, we are witnessing a significant rise in knee osteoarthritis—impacting nearly 60–65% of the elderly population in rural and semi-urban areas. Alarmingly, about 15–20% of these patients already present with advanced, bone-on-bone arthritis and severe deformities. Whether it is a complex case with deformity or the more common presentation of knee osteoarthritis, patients seek total knee replacement surgery to regain mobility and independence. In this context, the SkyWalker™ Robotic System represents a timely paradigm shift—enabling accurate joint-line reconstruction with greater ease, reduced discomfort, and notably faster recovery in all kinds of presentations.”

SkyWalker™ is fully compatible with the Evolution® Medial-Pivot Knee System, which closely replicates natural knee kinematics. This combination overcomes long-standing challenges associated with conventional knee replacement—such as instability and residual pain.

“We believe that the dynamic gap balancing and built-in kinematic principles of SkyWalker™ allow complex cases to be managed far more effectively than traditional non-robotic techniques. It clearly stands apart from existing options, establishing a new patient-first benchmark in knee replacement surgery and elevating the overall surgical experience,” added Dr. Vishal Gupta, Senior Orthopedician at JIMS.

Dr. Mukesh Parmar, Senior Director and General Manager – South Asia, MicroPort Orthopedics, commented, “It is a privilege to launch the SkyWalker™ system at an institution like JIMS, which is deeply committed to patient outcomes. Together, we are setting a new benchmark—aligned with global standards—for total knee replacement across the region with both a world-class knee implant and a cutting-edge ortho-robotic system. The choice of implant is as critical as the robotic platform itself, since it remains with the patient for life. The Evolution® Medial-Pivot Knee has demonstrated over 95% patient satisfaction, 98.8% survivorship at 17 years, and nearly 80% Forgotten Joint Scores worldwide. Alongside 45+ other countries, our patients in India deserve to experience the benefits of this unparalleled implant performance with the seamless and refined customization for every knee that can be achieved with the SkyWalker™ system.”

With the introduction of the SkyWalker™ Orthopedic Robotic System, JIMS, Hisar, further strengthens its position as a leading destination for advanced orthopedic care in India, transforming patient outcomes and redefining standards in knee replacement surgery.

About MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

With presence in over 100 countries, MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. leverages decades of orthopedic expertise and strong clinical evidence to improve patient outcomes and enhance provider satisfaction worldwide. Its mission is to partner with surgeons to redefine hip and knee replacement solutions that meet the evolving demands of today’s patients. With a focus on innovation and a commitment to helping patients achieve “Full Function, Faster”, MicroPort Orthopedics supports healthcare providers in delivering world-class care every day.

Learn more: www.microportortho.com

About Jindal Institute of Medical Sciences (JIMS)
JIMS is a 580-bedded, multi-superspecialty hospital that has been serving the healthcare needs of millions across rural Haryana, Punjab, and adjoining regions of Rajasthan since 1968. Spread across 15.5 acres in Hisar, Haryana, the campus offers a patient-friendly ecosystem with a strong focus on clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Guided by the philosophy that “without the upliftment of weaker and backward sections of society, a nation can never truly prosper,” the Jindal family laid the foundation of the institution with the establishment of NC Jindal Eye Hospital in 1966, in memory of Late Shri Netram Jindal and Late Smt. Chandrwali Jindal.

Learn more: www.ncjims.org

Netrack, a trusted provider of data center infrastructure and rack solutions for over two decades, reaffirms its commitment to deliver reliable, scalable, and customer-focused offerings, now further strengthened by the backing of Legrand’s global ecosystem.

Netrack Elevates Customer Offering While Maintaining Trusted Performance, Supported by Legrand’s Global Ecosystem

Netrack is now equipped to offer greater value and deeper support to customers navigating an increasingly complex digital landscape. This alignment ensures the same trusted performance and service consistency Netrack is known for, with the added advantage of access to proven, future-ready solutions.

Putting customers first with an expanded and integrated offering

What this means for customers:

Wider access to integrated, future-ready infrastructure solutions
Netrack now brings customers a broader selection of solutions across power, distribution, monitoring, containment, and cable management enabling seamless integration across diverse data center environments.

Smarter, scalable offerings for evolving digital demands
From high-density racks and containment to end-to-end power and connectivity solutions engineered for cloud, enterprise, colocation, and edge environments.

End-to-end support rooted in expertise, responsiveness, and long-term value
Combining Netrack’s deep engineering capabilities with the extended knowledge base and solution ecosystem of its global network ensures customers receive sustained performance and responsive support throughout the lifecycle.

Strengthening readiness for the next era of data centers
As AI, cloud scalability, and sustainability reshape data center infrastructure, Netrack is prepared to meet rising demands with a unified, future-ready approach built on:

• High reliability and uptime

• Modular, scalable design

• Energy-efficient performance

• Application-ready engineering

• Lifecycle-oriented support

These capabilities ensure customers can scale, adapt, and modernize with confidence while retaining the dependable partnership they have always had with Netrack.

Identity and website refresh reflecting a sharper, future-aligned direction
As part of this strengthened positioning, Netrack has also introduced a refreshed visual identity and an updated website experience.

These updates reflect the clarity, precision, and forward-thinking approach that guide Netrack’s solutions and service.

The new website provides improved navigation, access to product insights, technical documentation, and real-world application resources, ensuring customers can make informed decisions with ease.

Leadership Quote (Optional)
“With Legrand’s global ecosystem, Netrack is now equipped to deliver even greater value through an expanded and integrated portfolio. What remains unchanged is our commitment to trusted performance, reliability, and customer focus. Our refreshed identity and enhanced digital experience reflect a stronger, future-ready Netrack that customers can continue to rely on.”

Azim Premji University today announced the establishment of its third campus in Ranchi, expanding its presence in eastern India and strengthening its commitment to context-based, socially engaged higher education. The new campus builds on the University’s long-standing work in education, development, public health, and governance, and reflects its approach of linking academic learning with real-world social and regional realities.
 

Zulfiquar Haider, Vice Chancellor Designate, Azim Premji University, Ranchi Campus
 

Sharing the vision for the Ranchi campus, Zulfiquar Haider, Vice Chancellor Designate – Azim Premji University, Ranchi Campus, said, “We want the Ranchi campus to be closely connected to the Social and Developmental needs of this region and contribute to building knowledge and human resources’. The University will offer a range of programs and courses that will suit the needs of diverse students and learners, including working professionals. The university aims to meaningfully engage with the rich traditions, histories, knowledge systems and worldviews of the diverse Adivasi and other communities of Jharkhand.”
 

Located in Itki, the 150-acre campus is being developed as a fully residential facility, equipped with state-of-the art classrooms, laboratories, sports facilities and residences for both students and faculty. A teaching hospital and medical college are also planned. The campus is designed to be sustainable with energy-efficient systems and facilities for rainwater harvesting and water treatment.
 

The Ranchi campus will offer undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and continuing education programmes across disciplines such as Development, Education, Economics, Public Health, Climate Change and Sustainability. These programmes are designed to reflect the development context of Jharkhand and eastern India and will be supported by faculty with strong academic and field experience.
 

In the current academic year, the campus will begin by offering two Master’s programmes – MA in Applied Economics and MA in Development. It will also offer Post Graduate Diplomas in Local Development, Early Childhood Education, and Educational Assessment, along with multiple short Certificate programmes in Public Health, Education and Development.
 

Speaking about the University’s broader purpose, Zulfiquar added, “Azim Premji University was established with a clear public purpose, guided by the values of the Azim Premji Foundation. Through teaching, research, and practice, we seek to contribute to a more just, equitable, humane, and sustainable society. The Ranchi campus extends this mission with a focus on knowledge creation, capacity building, and public discourse in Jharkhand and the wider eastern India region.”
 

About Azim Premji University

Azim Premji University, Bengaluru, was established under the Azim Premji University Act 2010 of the Government of Karnataka. Azim Premji University, Bhopal, was established under the provisions of Madhya Pradesh Niji Vishwa Vidyalaya (Sthapana Avam Sanchalan) Dwitiya Sanshodhan Adhiniyam, 2022. Azim Premji University in Ranchi is being established under the Azim Premji University Act, 2022, enacted by the Government of Jharkhand.
 

Azim Premji Foundation, the sponsoring body, set up all three Universities as fully philanthropic entities, with a clear social purpose of contributing to the realisation of a just, equitable, humane and sustainable society.

Mpower Youthopia, a youth mental health festival organised by Mpower, an initiative of the Aditya Birla Education Trust, has received an Official World Record from the Official World Record Association (OWRA) for hosting the largest student-led Mood Parade at BK Birla College, Kalyan.

Largest Student Mood Parade for Mental Health Awareness at Mpower Youthopia

Held as part of Birlotsav, the college’s intercollegiate youth festival, the Mood Parade witnessed the participation of over 900 students aged between 8 and 20 years, who came together to express 12 identified emotions. The parade aimed to normalise emotional expression and spark meaningful conversations around mental health among young people.

Mpower Youthopia sets a world record for the Largest Student Mood Parade for Mental Health Awareness

The two-day Mpower Youthopia festival saw an overwhelming response, with over 7,000 students from more than 50 colleges across Mumbai and neighbouring regions taking part in a wide range of awareness-driven activities.

In addition to the record-breaking event, Mpower conducted an on-ground survey among students attending the festival to understand their emotional support-seeking behaviour and the challenges influencing it. The findings revealed that 55 percent of students turn to friends when seeking emotional support, while 25 percent rely on family members. Notably, 15 percent reported not seeking support from anyone, and only 5 percent approached psychologists or teachers, highlighting the continued low engagement with formal mental health services.

The survey further identified academic pressure (30 percent) as the leading concern among students, followed by personal relationship issues (25 percent). Career-related anxiety (20 percent) and anxiety or overthinking (20 percent) were also prominent, while body image issues and social bullying (5 percent) emerged as additional stressors.

Commenting on the initiative, Mrs. Neerja Birla, Founder of Mpower and the Aditya Birla Education Trust, said, “Mental health support must reach young people where they are—on college campuses and within their everyday lives. Initiatives like Mpower Youthopia bring together awareness, access and peer engagement, empowering students to seek support without fear and actively contribute to a culture of well-being. This is an investment in the emotional resilience of India’s future.”

With recent data indicating that over 7 percent of Indian adolescents experience mental health challenges and a significant care gap persists, Mpower is strengthening and expanding its campus-focused initiatives to improve awareness and access to timely mental health support for young people across the country.

About Mpower
Mpower, an initiative of Aditya Birla Education Trust is a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to transforming India’s approach to mental health. Founded 9 years ago, Mpower has emerged as a leading force in spreading awareness, reducing stigma, and delivering holistic mental health care. With a robust team of over 200 trained professionals, Mpower impacts more than 121 million lives across seven cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Delhi and Pune. Operating through five key verticals—Movement, Clinical Care, Outreach, Academia, and Mpower 1 on 1—Mpower offers a comprehensive range of services. The Movement focuses on changing cultural perceptions and alleviating stigma. Clinical Care provides world-class mental health services through the Centre, the Foundation, and the Cell, catering to various needs from holistic care to affordable support for the underprivileged. The Outreach vertical drives awareness and capacity-building through IGNITE.

Programs for schools, colleges, NGOs, and corporates. Academia equips individuals and professionals with skills to handle mental health crises and foster empathy. The Helpline offers 24/7 multilingual support, while special projects like Samvedana enhance mental health care in primary health centers. Mpower’s integrated approach and collaboration with government agencies underscore its commitment to creating a supportive and stigma-free mental health landscape.

Campus Activewear, one of India’s largest sports and athleisure footwear brands, today announced its entry into the athleisure apparel category marking natural evolution of the brand’s philosophy into a larger canvas of youth self-expression. This launch marks a significant milestone in the company’s illustrious journey, showcasing its commitment to innovation and diversification.

Campus Enters Athleisure Apparel, Extends Canvas of Self-Expression for Youth

Campus celebrates the bold, diverse, and ever-evolving spirit of India’s youth that shows up every day moving between ambition & downtime, structure & spontaneity, and individuality & community. The foray into athleisure apparel reflects this belief, extending Campus’ core philosophy of “Move Your Way” into clothing that allows young consumers to express who they are, without being defined by a single role, activity, or label.

Designed for everyday life, the athleisure apparel range features Polo T-shirts, Round-Neck T-Shirts, Jackets, Jogger Pants, and Caps for both men and women. The apparel range comes in multiple designs, colours, and sizes, starting at a price of INR 599, ranging up to INR 1899, to tap a wider customer base.

Built with everyday comfort at its core, the range comes with versatile designs and features that tackle everyday needs, bringing long-term value for the youth. The anti-odour and anti-microbial properties ensure all-day freshness while the two-way stretch ensures unrestricted movement and enhances the overall wear experience. With clean silhouettes, versatile styling, and contemporary colour stories, the collection is made to move seamlessly across moments— workout, travel, and casual hangouts.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Nikhil Aggarwal, Whole Time Director & CEO, Campus Activewear, said, “Our entry into the athleisure apparel market is a strategic business decision allowing us to expand our addressable market, drive incremental revenues from our existing customer base, while remaining anchored to Campus’ core brand philosophy of movement and self-expression. The launch not only expands the brand’s portfolio but also underscores our commitment to delivering superior products that cater to modern consumer needs.”

Link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz_K6qhw3mo

The athleisure apparel category is currently available across Campus Exclusive Brand Outlets, Brand’s D2C website, and leading e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Myntra, ensuring accessibility across pan-India markets. With this entry into the athleisure apparel category, Campus reinforces its commitment to supporting the daily lives of the youth – championing confident self-expression, individuality, and to Move Your Way, every day.

About Campus Activewear Ltd.

Campus is one of India’s largest sports and athleisure footwear brands in terms of value and volume in Fiscal 2021. In 2005, Mr. Hari Krishan Agarwal, with his acumen, skill, and innovative thinking, started a never-to-end revolution in the footwear industry with Campus Activewear. Today, the flagship brand ‘Campus’ has emerged as one of India’s biggest domestic sports and athleisure lifestyle brands, offering a diverse product portfolio for the entire family. With the changing market dynamics, Campus has sustained its focus on product design and innovation by facilitating access to the latest global trends and styles through a fashion-forward approach. With over 23,000 retail touchpoints, 297 company exclusive outlets, a website (campusshoes.com), and being one of the top brands available on e-commerce portals, Campus has secured its pan India presence while capturing the imagination of millions of people across Omni-channel platforms. The brand offers multiple choices across styles, colour palettes, price points, and an attractive product value proposition making Campus, an aspirational brand, especially for young adults, everyday performers, and fashionistas. Strengthening the brand’s leadership position in India, Campus was listed on NSE and BSE on 9th of May 2022.

Harvest Gold, Delhi NCR’s #1 bread brand, a part of the world’s largest baked food company, Grupo Bimbo, has announced its association with the Delhi Capitals Women’s team as the Official Breakfast Partner for their Women’s team in 2026. As part of this partnership, Harvest Gold aims to celebrate the spirit of women’s cricket while deepening its engagement with consumers through a mix of on-ground, on-pack and digital initiatives.

Fueling champions with a power- packed start to the day

Harvest Gold will feature Delhi Capitals branding on select hero SKUs, including its popular range of breads, burger buns, pavs and sweet baked goods bringing the excitement of the league directly to consumers’ homes. In addition, the brand will roll out a series of consumer contests and giveaways, offering fans an opportunity to win exclusive Delhi Capitals merchandise and tickets to home matches during the season.

Mr Sunil Gupta, CEO, Delhi Capitals said, “We are delighted to welcome Harvest Gold as our Official Breakfast Partner for the 2026 season. With a presence deeply embedded in households across Delhi NCR, much like the Delhi Capitals, this partnership will help create everyday moments that bring fans closer to the team through engaging initiatives and consumer-led activations. We look forward to a unique and exciting journey with them as our Official Breakfast Partner.” 

Harvest Gold, Delhi NCRs number 1 bread brand and makers of popular Harvest Gold Atta bread, has announced Breakfast sponsorship for Delhi Capitals Womens cricket team. Speaking on the association, Mr Raj Kanwar Singh, Managing Director, Bimbo Bakeries India, said, “Delhi NCR’s No. 1 bread brand, Harvest Gold has been nourishing households for many decades with a range of fibre-rich, wholesome breakfast breads and buns designed to fuel an active and healthy lifestyle. The rise of women’s sports and especially womes cricket in India reflects the modern Indian woman’s commitment to health and fitness. We are proud to be associated with the Delhi Capitals Women’s team and promote healthy and tasty nourishment & fitness that supports women both on and off the field.”

Rooted in the everyday relevance of breakfast as a start to the day, the association highlights how Harvest Gold products fit seamlessly into daily routines — from enjoying a hearty breakfast with its high-fibre breads to relishing burgers and pav-based meals at home with loved ones. Together, these initiatives aim to bring fans closer to the game while celebrating simple, familiar food moments that households across Delhi NCR connect with every day.

With this collaboration, Harvest Gold continues to strengthen its association with marquee sporting properties while deepening its connection with consumers through culturally relevant platforms such as cricket.

About Harvest Gold 
Harvest Gold is Delhi NCR’s #1 bread brand, a brand of Bimbo Bakeries India Private Limited under the aegis of Grupo Bimbo S.A.B. de C.V., the world’s largest baked food company. Serving tasty and nutritious loaves of bread to consumers for the last 30 years, Harvest Gold is touching the lives of more than 30 lakh homes. With a range of products from breads, pavs and buns, Harvest Gold has a passion for excellence and continues to be one of the most beloved brands in Delhi NCR. The brand aims to give bread lovers a delicious taste of wholesome breakfast options to promote health and wellness amongst its users. 

About Grupo Bimbo S.A.B. de C.V.
Grupo Bimbo S.A.B. de C.V. is a multinational company with a presence in over 35 countries located in the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. ‘Grupo Bimbo’ is the largest baked goods brand in the world and the 7th largest packed food brand across the globe with an impressive product portfolio that includes breads, cakes, sweet baked good, cookies and salty snacks.

Operating with the mission to provide nourishment for all, Bimbo Bakeries India Private Limited under Grupo Bimbo S.A.B. de C.V. is one of the largest bread makers in the country. Its two prominent brands – Harvest Gold and Modern offer an array of nutritious wholesome and tasty products in the sliced breads, buns and other baked foods categories.

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company and a Maharatna PSU under Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), is leading PNG Drive 2.0, a nationwide, industry-led initiative to accelerate the adoption of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) across households, transport, and industrial and commercial segments.

BPCL Leads Nationwide Push to Expand PNG and CNG Adoption

Anchored by a unified industry theme “Har Ghar PNG, Har Gaadi CNG – Jiyo Non-Stop Zindagi”. PNG Drive 2.0 reflects the collective commitment of the City Gas Distribution (CGD) industry, under the guidance of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), to expand the reach of clean, reliable, and affordable natural gas across the country, with a common outreach framework aimed at expanding consumer awareness and accelerating last-mile adoption of natural gas.

BPCL Leads Nationwide Push to Expand PNG and CNG Adoption

Shri Subhankar Sen, Director (Marketing), BPCL, emphasised, “PNG Drive 2.0 represents the power of industry coming together with a shared purpose. By coming together under a single, powerful narrative, we are simplifying the choice for consumers and clean energy that is reliable, affordable, and truly non-stop. This unified effort can play a catalytic role in accelerating PNG and CNG adoption at scale and advancing India’s ambition of increasing the share of natural gas in its energy mix.”

PNG Drive 2.0 has been conceptualised as a collaborative, pan-India movement, bringing together CGD entities on a common platform with harmonised messaging, shared creative assets, and a coordinated outreach framework. The initiative is designed to strengthen consumer awareness and simplify adoption by highlighting the everyday relevance like reliable supply, lower emissions, cost efficiency, and operational convenience-across of PNG and CNG across residential, mobility, and commercial applications.

To amplify reach and enhance consumer connect across diverse geographies and segments, prominent personalities have been onboarded at the industry level, reinforcing the scale and inclusivity of the campaign.

Recognising BPCL’s structured execution capabilities, the company has been entrusted with leading PNG Drive 2.0 for the City Gas Distribution (CGD) industry, in alignment with the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB). In this role, BPCL is coordinating campaign execution and facilitating collaboration across CGD entities, ensuring consistency in communication while enabling flexibility for localised implementation.

The campaign underscores the practical advantages of PNG and CNG as dependable energy solutions, including uninterrupted supply through city gas networks, cleaner combustion with lower emissions, and long-term cost efficiency compared to conventional fuels. Together, these benefits support predictable energy access and uninterrupted daily routines, reflecting the campaign’s core message of “Non-Stop Zindagi.”

PNG Drive 2.0 is witnessing strong momentum on the ground, with CGD teams across regions actively engaging consumers through awareness programmes, community outreach initiatives, digital engagement, and on-ground activations. The coordinated rollout is designed to drive widespread awareness and deliver meaningful last-mile impact across urban and semi-urban markets nationwide.

The initiative aligns with India’s vision on clean energy transition and supports the national objective of increasing the share of natural gas in the country’s energy mix from approximately 6.5% at present to 15% by 2030. Expanded adoption of PNG and CNG is expected to contribute to lower emissions, improved air quality, and more efficient energy consumption across residential, transport, and commercial sectors.

About Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL)

Fortune Global 500 Company, Bharat Petroleum is the second largest Indian Oil Marketing Company and one of the integrated energy companies in India, engaged in refining of crude oil and marketing of petroleum products, with presence in the upstream and downstream sectors of the oil and gas industry. The company attained the coveted Maharatna status, joining the club of companies having greater operational & financial autonomy.

Bharat Petroleum’s Refineries at Mumbai, Kochi and Bina have a combined refining capacity of around 35.3 MMTPA. Its marketing infrastructure includes a network of installations, depots, fuel stations, aviation service stations and LPG distributors. Its distribution network comprises over 23,500+ Fuel Stations, over 6,200+ LPG distributorships, 500+ Lubes distributorships, 80 POL storage locations, 54 LPG Bottling Plants, 79 Aviation Service Stations, 5 Lube blending plants and 5 cross-country pipelines.

Bharat Petroleum is integrating its strategy, investments, environmental and social ambitions to move towards a sustainable planet. The company has Electric vehicle charging stations at 6500+ Fuel Stations. With a focus on sustainable solutions, the company is developing an ecosystem and a road-map to become a Net Zero Energy Company by 2040, in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Bharat Petroleum has been partnering communities by supporting several initiatives connected primarily in the areas of education, water conservation, skill development, health, community development, capacity building and employee volunteering. With ‘Energising Lives’ as its core purpose, Bharat Petroleum’s vision is to be an admired global energy company leveraging talent, innovation & technology.