The fischer group of companies is opening a new chapter in its history. With the opening of a national subsidiary in Saudi Arabia, the fastening pioneer from the northern Black Forest is now positioned at the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic markets. It is the 51st operating company worldwide – and at the same time a signal: fischer is where the future is being built.

The structural fire protection at international airport, Riyadh (KKIA) is powered by fischer FireStop solutions

Saudi Arabia has long been a region of growing importance and is currently undergoing profound change. With its “Saudi Vision 2030”, the kingdom is reinventing itself – moving towards innovation, sustainability and gigantic construction projects. New cities, futuristic architecture, major international events: the country is building its future – and fischer is part of it. “Saudi Arabia is an important market for us, which is why we now have our own national subsidiary,” says Owner Prof. Klaus Fischer.

The new company is based in the capital, Riyadh. There are further locations in the cities of Jeddah, Dammam and Tabuk. Dammam is also home to a fischer production site. Alexander Bässler, CEO of the fischer Group, sees this as an important step, “The Middle East is of great importance to our company. Together with our locations in Dubai and Qatar, the new company strengthens our position in the region.”

Large-scale projects in the region are already common practice for fischer, as a glance at the country’s major construction sites shows:

• At Jeddah Tower, which will be the tallest building in the world, fischer products are ensuring that the structure can safely rise over a kilometre into the sky.

• In the gigantic Red Sea Project, fischer solutions are being used in the spectacular Shurayrah Island Bridge and in luxury resorts – built in the middle of the desert and in the mountains.

• The Solitaire Mall is a new architectural highlight in Riyadh, combining shopping, leisure, dining and business. The building envelope was securely and firmly anchored with fischer façade systems over an area of 16,000 m².

• And fischer fire protection solutions are being used at the new Riyadh International Airport, one of the most important air hubs in the region.

With over 32 million inhabitants, Saudi Arabia is the largest economy in the region – and with an area of 2.1 million square kilometres, it is almost six times the size of the United Kingdom. With many interesting projects in the pipeline, the country is on the verge of a historic construction boom. fischer is now well prepared for this – with global expertise, a local presence and now also its own location in Saudi Arabia.

Reaffirming its position as a hub for globally aligned design education, ARCH College of Design & Business successfully concluded the five-day International Co-LIFE Pilot 2 Workshop from January 27–31, 2026, at its Jaipur campus. Conducted under the Erasmus+ programme funded by the European Union, the workshop reflected Co-LIFE’s vision of Impact-Focused Entrepreneurship, embedding sustainability, social responsibility, and real-world relevance into contemporary design curricula.

The panel discussion at the ARCH campus with industry leaders, Co-LIFE international delegates, and school educators

Rooted in the belief that design education must move beyond aesthetics towards purpose-led, socially responsive, and globally adaptable solutions, the Co-LIFE initiative aligns academic learning with industry needs, entrepreneurship, and societal impact. ARCH’s participation reinforces its long-standing commitment to delivering an internationally benchmarked curriculum that integrates design thinking, sustainability, and innovation with real-world applications.

Industry leaders, Co-LIFE international delegates, and school educators came together for an insightful panel discussion at the ARCH campus

Bringing together over 50 students, faculty members, and mentors from India, Finland, Belgium, and Denmark, the workshop became a vibrant platform for cross-cultural exchange and collaborative learning. The Co-LIFE initiative focuses on preparing design education aspirants for international careers, exposing them to diverse pedagogies, interdisciplinary perspectives, and applied learning rooted in local and global contexts.

The workshop commenced with an inauguration by Archana Surana, Founder & Director of ARCH College, who welcomed delegates from partner institutions including LAB University of Applied Sciences and Laurea University (Finland), Aarhus University (Denmark), Thomas More University of Applied Sciences (Belgium), Goa Institute of Management, Indian School of Development Management, and École Intuit Lab. International delegates also participated in India’s Republic Day celebrations at the ARCH campus, marking a meaningful moment of cultural exchange alongside academic collaboration.

Participants engaged in immersive sessions led by international and Indian experts. Taina Vuorela from Laurea University introduced Design Thinking frameworks and creative problem-solving methodologies, while Archana Surana led a session on Creative Competencies of the Future, connecting global education trends with sustainability, social innovation, and Jaipur’s rich craft and industry ecosystem.

Learning extended beyond classrooms through curated industry visits to Jaipur Rugs, Neerja International, Kalpana Handmade Papers, and Jaipur Bloc, offering firsthand exposure to heritage-led enterprises, ethical production models, and sustainable entrepreneurship. Cultural immersion was further enriched through visits to the Gyan Museum and Jaipur’s historic sites, deepening international participants’ understanding of India’s artistic legacy.

The workshop concluded with student case presentations and a panel discussion on “Global Market Trends & Indian Heritage Crafts,” featuring voices from academia and industry including Taina Vuorela (Laurea University), Rutvi Chaudhary (Jaipur Rugs), Leela Bordia (Neerja International), Archana Surana (ARCH College), Anna Pajari (LAB University of Applied Sciences), Maitrayee Mukerji (Indian School of Development Management), and Stephen Rufus (Gangotri). The dialogue highlighted the growing global relevance of craft, sustainability, and culturally rooted design narratives.

On the fifth day, school teachers were specially invited to attend the panel discussion, extending the workshop’s impact beyond higher education. This engagement marked the beginning of a continued learning pathway, with ARCH planning to offer structured courses and workshops for school educators to strengthen their understanding of globally adaptable design education. Such initiatives reflect ARCH’s long-standing commitment to capacity building for educators, a practice the institution has actively pursued for several years.

The Co-LIFE Pilot 2 Workshop underscored ARCH College’s vision of integrating international collaborations, impact-focused entrepreneurship, and future-ready curricula, positioning Jaipur as a meaningful intersection of global design dialogue and local knowledge systems.

As ARCH College marks 25 years of shaping creative professionals, it continues to evolve as a space where global perspectives meet Indian craftsmanship—and education translates into impact-driven careers.

Admissions are now open for the 2026–2027 batch.

HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurance companies, announced a strategic partnership with Muthoot FinCorp Ltd., the flagship company of Muthoot Pappachan Group (Muthoot Blue), headquartered at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

The partnership will enable Muthoot FinCorp Ltd.’s customers access HDFC Life’s comprehensive suite of Group and Individual life insurance solutions including range of protection and long-term savings products to meet their long-term financial goals. These will be offered through Muthoot FinCorp Ltd.’s extensive network of 3750+ branches pan-India as well as through its digital platform.

Vibha Padalkar and Shaji Varghese

Speaking on this partnership, Vibha Padalkar – Managing Director & CEO, HDFC Life said, “Our partnership with Muthoot FinCorp Ltd. marks an important step towards achieving the industry’s goal of ‘Insurance for All by 2047’. We are committed to offering Muthoot FinCorp Ltd.’s valuable customers, both existing and new, effective life insurance solutions that will enable them to achieve their long-term financial goals. Furthermore, our seamless process integration will ensure teams across Muthoot FinCorp Ltd.’s touchpoints are digitally empowered to make the experience for themselves and their customers a delightful one. Through this partnership, we look forward to expanding the reach of life insurance and driving financial inclusion in the country.”

Mr Shaji Varghese, CEO, Muthoot FinCorp Ltd. said, “We are delighted to join hands with HDFC Life. Muthoot FinCorp Ltd. and HDFC Life are both built on deep customer trust. This partnership is about combining our reach of 3,750+ branches, digital platforms, our relationship depth with millions of customers, and HDFC Life’s product and risk expertise to create meaningful protection for Indian families.”

About Muthoot FinCorp Limited (MFL)

Muthoot FinCorp Limited, the flagship company of 138-year-old business conglomerate Muthoot Pappachan Group, is India’s leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) with an aim to transform the lives of common man by ensuring their financial wellbeing through an array of varied products and services. The Company today offers more than three dozen products and services through its 3750+ branches across India and aims to serve the underbanked, to be their most trusted financial partner, and ensure financial inclusion of every household in India. Muthoot FinCorp’s long-standing experience, expertise and stronghold in the semi urban and rural areas has enabled the company to provide quick & customized finance options to the masses.

About HDFC Life

Established in 2000, HDFC Life is a leading, listed, long-term life insurance solutions provider in India, offering a range of individual and group insurance solutions that meet various customer needs such as Protection, Pension, Savings, Investment, Annuity and Health. The Company has over 70 products (individual and group products), including optional riders in its portfolio, catering to a diverse range of customer needs. HDFC Life continues to benefit from its increased presence across the country, having a wide reach with branches and additional distribution touch-points through several new tie-ups and partnerships. The count of distribution partnerships is over 500, comprising banks, NBFCs, MFIs, SFBs, brokers, new ecosystem, partners amongst others. The Company has a strong base of financial consultants. For more information, please visit www.hdfclife.com. You may also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.

Ecolab, the global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions, has been certified as a 2026 Top Employer in India by the Top Employers Institute, marking the third consecutive year of this prestigious recognition since 2024. This certification reflects Ecolab’s continued focus on building a high-performance, people-centric workplace in India, anchored in strong leadership, inclusive culture, safety excellence, and meaningful career opportunities. It also affirms the company’s long-term commitment to India as a strategic growth and talent hub across operations and shared services.

The Top Employers Institute Certification is awarded following a rigorous assessment through its globally recognised HR Best Practices Survey, which evaluates organisations across six core domains and 20 people practice areas, including People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Well-being, and Diversity & Inclusion.

Over the last several years, Ecolab India has deliberately built a multi-layered capability ecosystem spanning its core business operations, GBS+ (Global Business Services) and the Ecolab Digital Center (EDC). Together, these platforms form a strategic growth engine for the company, combining deep domain expertise with digital, analytics, engineering, and global delivery capabilities. This integrated ecosystem enables Ecolab to innovate at scale, respond faster to customer needs across industries, and develop future-ready roles for India’s high-potential professional workforce, positioning the country as a critical hub in Ecolab’s global operating model.

“This recognition is a powerful validation of our journey in India and our unwavering belief that our people are at the centre of our success,” said Manish Khandelwal, Managing Director, Ecolab India. “As India continues to emerge as a global growth engine, Ecolab is proud to build a workplace that reflects the country’s talent, resilience, and ambition. Being recognised again as a Top Employer reinforces our commitment to invest in our associates, our culture, and the communities we serve. Our continued growth depends on fostering a workplace that is welcoming, equitable, and inclusive, where every associate has the opportunity to progress, and every voice is valued”, he added.

Ecolab’s people strategy in India is closely aligned to its global purpose of protecting what is vital. Our people remain at the core of all we do. Ecolab is committed to cultivating a workplace where every employee is valued, empowered, and motivated to excel.

“Being named a Top Employer for the third year in a row is a recognition of the strong culture our teams have built together,” said Sherry Mathew, Country HR Director, Ecolab India “It reflects our continued focus on employee wellbeing, learning, safety, diversity, and leadership capability. More importantly, it affirms our belief that when people thrive, organisations perform better and communities grow stronger.”

Globally, the Top Employers Institute is the authority on recognising excellence in people practices. With over 30 years of experience, the Institute has certified more than 2,300 organisations across 121 countries and regions, positively impacting the lives of over 12 million employees worldwide.

This milestone reinforces Ecolab’s position as an Employer of Choice in India and its role as a trusted partner to customers, communities, and employees as the country continues its growth journey.

About Ecolab
A trusted partner for millions of customers, Ecolab (NYSE:ECL) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on more than a century of innovation, Ecolab has annual sales of $16 billion, employs approximately 48,000 associates and operates in more than 170 countries around the world. The company delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use. Ecolab’s innovative solutions improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, high tech, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets.
 

For more information, please visit www.ecolab.com.
 

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India stands at a critical juncture, with manufacturing expected to drive the next phase of growth and development. Recent Free Trade Agreements are expected to intensify global competition while opening new opportunities for Indian firms to integrate into global markets. At the same time, India’s development trajectory will require increasing manufacturing’s contribution to GDP from about 15 percent to 25 percent, while addressing a dual challenge of leading in innovation-driven, technology-intensive manufacturing and enabling labour-intensive enterprises to achieve high productivity and create jobs.

The Institute of Manufacturing and Economy: Rethinking Manufacturing of the Future

These imperatives formed the backdrop to the R&D Conclave on the Changing Nature of Innovation, held at Ahmedabad University in collaboration with the Centre for Technology, Innovation and Economic Research (CTIER). The Conclave brought together perspectives from national research and funding institutions, government, industry, and academia, including participation from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Centre for Sustainable Energy and Mobility (C-SEM) and industry leaders from Tata Chemicals, Pidilite Industries Limited, and NXP Semiconductors.

In his keynote address at the conclave, Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, Chief Executive Officer of ANRF, spoke about the various mechanisms being put in place to strengthen collaboration between industry and academia in advanced manufacturing. He also emphasised the growing importance of interdisciplinary approaches in addressing complex technological and manufacturing challenges, and the need to align research, talent development, and industrial capability building.

On the sidelines of the Conclave, Ahmedabad University announced the setting up of the Institute of Manufacturing and Economy to rethink the future of manufacturing in relation to innovation, productivity, and economic strategy.

The transformation of manufacturing demands advances in materials, processes, and digital manufacturing, alongside stronger linkages between small and large firms and better coordination across supply chains. It also requires new approaches to talent development and to research, both managerial and technological, to enhance productivity and innovation.

Conceived in response, the Institute of Manufacturing and Economy brings together scientists, engineers, economists, managers, social scientists, policymakers, and industry practitioners, and treats manufacturing as a cross-disciplinary challenge spanning engineering, management, public policy, economics, and science, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with industry and government.

“Manufacturing challenges cannot be addressed in isolation. Envisioned as a leading global centre for research, education, innovation, and industrial problem-solving, the Institute recognises that productivity, technology adoption, research translation, workforce readiness, and supply chain coordination require integrated perspectives and sustained collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers,” said Professor Pankaj Chandra, Vice Chancellor of Ahmedabad University. Through sustained engagement with firms and industrial clusters, the Institute aims to translate research into solutions relevant to manufacturing practice while developing a distinct and informed point of view on Indian manufacturing.

According to Professor Sunil Kale, Dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science and Co-Director of the Institute, strengthening manufacturing requires close engagement with firms alongside a deep understanding of industrial policy, labour capabilities, productivity, and innovation systems. Advanced manufacturing will require systems integration that brings AI into various production domains. The Institute is planned to work closely with manufacturing industry in India.

The Institute’s activities will include new product and process optimisation, executive education programmes, manufacturing clinics for SMEs, publishing policy and competitiveness reports, and the biannual Stepwell Manufacturing and Economy Dialogue. It will also support postgraduate education at Ahmedabad University in areas such as composites, microelectronics and semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, 3D printing and operations management, alongside initiatives that support startups in advanced manufacturing.

The Institute draws on the breadth and depth of facilities at Ahmedabad University, including cutting-edge laboratories, fabrication and prototyping shops, The Learning Factory, VentureStudio, Tinkerers’ Laboratory, High Performance Computing infrastructure, Bloomberg Laboratory and incubation and research infrastructure. These facilities will support collaborative research, prototyping, testing, and training in partnership with industry. Through its integrated approach to research, education, and industry collaboration, the Institute of Manufacturing and Economy seeks to contribute to India’s transition towards a high-productivity, innovation-driven manufacturing ecosystem.

About Ahmedabad University

Ahmedabad University is a leading private, non-profit research university offering students a liberal education focused on interdisciplinary learning, practice orientation, and research thinking.

The University has been

• Recognised by the Government of Gujarat as a Centre of Excellence. 

• Accredited with ‘A’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

• Awarded Leadership and Management Team of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards Asia 2025.

• Awarded a 5-star rating, the highest awarded in the Gujarat State Institutional Rating Framework (GSIRF) for 2021-22 and 2023-24, by the Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat (KCG), Department of Education, Government of Gujarat.

• Awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) International Award for Excellence 2024 for our University Centre.

• Awarded a ‘Platinum Rating’ by the Indian Green Building Council for sustainability and green practices.

• Recognised by the UGC under Section 12(B) of the UGC Act, becoming one of the very few private research universities to have been awarded this recognition for select research universities.

• Recognised as a Highly Commended University for Teaching and Learning Strategy of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia 2023.

• Awarded the AACSB’s Innovations That Inspire Award 2023 for its Foundation Programme.

• Awarded Gold Rating by the Indian Green Building Council for achieving the Green Building Standards at our University Centre. 

The University, established in 2009, is rooted in the vision of one of India’s finest educational foundations, the Ahmedabad Education Society, which was founded in 1935 by nationalist leaders. Programmes at the University range from bachelors to doctoral levels in humanities and social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, and management through its 14 Schools and Centres: 

Amrut Mody School of Management | Bagchi School of Public Health | School of Arts and Sciences | School of Engineering and Applied Science | Ahmedabad Design Lab | Centre for Heritage Management | Centre for Learning Futures | Global Centre for Environment and Energy | International Centre for Space and Cosmology | Sahyog: Centre for Promoting Health | Stepwell Centre for Asian Futures | The Climate Institute | The Institute of Manufacturing and Economy | VentureStudio

An urban university, Ahmedabad promotes independent-mindedness and diversity across all dimensions of its activity and helps students mature into critical thinkers who are analytically equipped, practically oriented, and contextually aware global citizens. The University provides a contemporary educational framework that brings liberal arts, sciences, and the professions to engage together in creating new knowledge for addressing complex challenges of the society and in offering majors that merge the boundaries of disciplines to prepare students for the new economy.

The Indian Institute of Technology Jammu successfully concluded Udyamitsav and Pragyaan 2026, two flagship initiatives that together underscore the institute’s growing national role in fostering innovation-driven entrepreneurship, scientific temper and experiential learning among India’s youth. The two-day engagement brought together students, educators, innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers, positioning IIT Jammu as a youth-centric, future-facing IIT committed to building the next generation of job creators, problem solvers, and technology leaders.

 IIT Jammu for Pragyaan & Udyamitsav 2026

The inaugural session was graced by Shri Kavinder Gupta, Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, as Chief Guest, along with Prof. Manoj Singh Gaur, Director, IIT Jammu, setting the tone for purposeful dialogue on innovation, education, and national development. Addressing the gathering, Shri Kavinder Gupta remarked that India’s youth will be the driving force behind Viksit Bharat 2047, noting that platforms such as Udyamitsav and Pragyaan nurture innovation, curiosity, and scientific thinking while transforming young minds into future innovators and entrepreneurs. He also lauded IIT Jammu for emerging as a hub of research, innovation, and startup culture, contributing meaningfully to the evolving knowledge economy of New India.

Prof. Manoj Singh Gaur highlighted the institute’s vision of experiential education, stating that IIT Jammu aims to connect classrooms with creativity, research, and societal engagement. He emphasized that initiatives like Udyamitsav and Pragyaan reflect the institute’s commitment to preparing students to address real-world challenges through innovation and hands-on learning.

Adding an inspiring dimension to the programme, Group Captain Angad Pratap, Astronaut Designate, India, delivered an inspiring session sharing insights from real mission experiences. He spoke on leadership under uncertainty, resilience through failure, and innovation driven by discipline and purpose, offering students and educators a powerful perspective on problem-solving and courage in the face of the unknown.

The fourth edition of Udyamitsav 2026, IIT Jammu’s flagship entrepreneurship and innovation festival, emerged as a vibrant national platform bringing together students, early-stage founders, startups, and industry leaders from across the country. Aligned with the Make in India vision, the festival promoted innovation-led entrepreneurship and job creation through an immersive programme that included a Startup Expo, fintech competitions, CXO roundtable discussions, finance quizzes, and a mock IPL auction. These activities were designed to strengthen strategic thinking, leadership, teamwork, and risk-taking capabilities while exposing participants to real-world business and market dynamics. By integrating hands-on experiences with problem-solving, Udyamitsav enabled students to translate ideas into scalable ventures with social and economic impact.

The festival also featured expert-led sessions by Nandini Sharma, educator, entrepreneur, TEDx speaker and gold medalist, and Meher Kaur, chartered accountant and finance educator, on startup branding and visibility, focusing on how early-stage ventures can build credibility and market presence in competitive ecosystems, reinforcing institute’s emphasis on practical entrepreneurship education.

Pragyaan 2026, IIT Jammu’s flagship Open Day and STEAM outreach initiative, showcased the institute’s commitment to nurturing scientific temper and creativity among school students and educators. This year, Pragyaan witnessed participation from over 6,000 students and teachers from schools across Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh, featuring more than 130 exhibition stalls and 45+ indoor and outdoor scientific and creative activities. The programme offered immersive exposure through live innovation exhibits, maker spaces, ProtoSpace and Tinkerers’ Lab walkthroughs, and interactive engagements with IIT Jammu’s students and faculty, transforming curiosity into hands-on learning.

A strong emphasis was placed on educator engagement and ecosystem building through initiatives such as Rubrics, a structured programme focusing on pedagogy, assessment, and technology-enabled learning, and the Principals’ Conclave, which facilitated dialogue on sustainable STEAM ecosystems and long-term school–IIT collaborations.

Pragyaan also celebrated creativity and inquiry-driven learning through platforms such as Rangmanch, the Junior Open STEAM Hackathon (JOSH), and the STEAM Innovation Challenge 2026, where participants developed socially relevant, solution-oriented projects spanning sustainability, healthtech, smart urban and rural solutions, and next-generation education technologies. These initiatives fostered early-stage innovation skills while strengthening collaboration, analytical thinking, and leadership among young learners.

The successful conclusion of Udyamitsav and Pragyaan 2026 reinforces IIT Jammu’s emergence as a nationally relevant, youth-focused, and innovation-driven institution. By bridging education with entrepreneurship, research, and experiential learning, IIT Jammu continues to strengthen India’s pipeline of skilled innovators, educators, and entrepreneurs. As the institute looks ahead, initiatives like Udyamitsav and Pragyaan exemplify its vision of inclusive, experiential, and future-ready education, contributing meaningfully to India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047.

Aditya Birla Housing Finance Limited (“ABHFL”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital Limited, India’s leading and diversified financial services company, is deepening its engagement under the Government of India’s Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0 and reinforcing its commitment to the national vision of ‘Housing for All’.
 

ABHFL makes first-time home ownership more accessible with PMAY
 

Through its PMAY-linked home loan offerings, ABHFL is facilitating affordable and accessible homeownership for eligible first-time homebuyers by providing repayment tenures of up to 30 years, funding of up to 90% of the property’s market value, flexible eligibility assessment frameworks, and minimal documentation, thereby streamlining the home-buying process and enhancing ease of access to housing finance.
 

Key Benefits

1. Loan amount: Up to Rs. 25 lakhs OR 90% of the property market value

2. Tenure flexibility: Up to 30 years, ensuring smaller EMIs.

3. Minimal documentation: Tailored for EWS, LIG & MIG

4. Interest Subsidy: Rs. 1.8 lakhs in 5 annual instalments

5. Doorstep service: Guidance and support at the customer’s convenience

6. Digital onboarding + Track My Loan: Seamless loan journey with transparency.

Eligibility

• Property Value: Up to ₹35 lakhs

• Carpet Area: Maximum 120 sq.mt (1291 Sq.ft)

• Ownership: Women must be owner/co-owner of the property
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The scheme, applicable to only first-time home buyers clearly defines income-based beneficiary segments as follows:

• Economically Weaker Section (EWS): Annual household income up to Rs. 3 lakh

• Low Income Group (LIG): Annual household income between Rs. 3 lakh and Rs. 6 lakh

• Middle Income Group (MIG): Annual household income between Rs. 6 lakh and Rs. 9 lakh

Why it Matters?

India’s affordable housing momentum reflects a strong growth outlook, with GDP projected at 7.3% in FY26. This creates favourable conditions for first-time homeownership. As PMAY-U 2.0 advances India’s affordable housing agenda, ABHFL continues to expand formal housing finance. This supports the Government of India’s Housing for All mission and enables more households to move into organised homeownership.
 

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Aditya Birla Housing Finance, a subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital, India’s leading diversified financial services provider, stands as one of the fastest-growing housing finance companies in the country. The company is backed by the highest level of creditworthiness, holding a long-term AAA (Stable) rating and a short-term A1+ rating from CRISIL, ICRA & India Ratings. As of September 30, 2025, Aditya Birla Housing Finance manages assets under management of over Rs. 38,270 Crore with a footprint of 167 pan-India branches.