ASBL, India’s fastest-growing real estate developer headquartered in Hyderabad, recently concluded its NRI Realty Meet in the Middle East as part of its landmark multi-city global outreach series. The initiative was held across Muscat, Doha, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai, representing ASBL’s formal entry into the Gulf market and a significant step towards building a stronger international investor base among the global Indian community.
 

ASBL Hosts NRI Realty Meet in Middle East, Offering Guidance on Hyderabad Real Estate & What To Consider Before Buying A Home
 

With the Middle East being one of the most important regions for Indian real estate investments, ASBL’s presence in the region reflects a long-term commitment to deepening relationships with NRI investors and serving them through direct engagement. This meet is driven by growing overseas demand for Future city Hyderabad, particularly from professionals seeking stable, high-growth investment opportunities backed by strong infrastructure and regulatory confidence.

Hyderabad has consistently ranked as India’s No.1 city for quality of living by mercer, strengthening investor confidence among global NRIs. Hyderabad’s real estate momentum is strongly backed by large-scale infrastructure development including the 340-km Regional Ring Road (RRR), the 392-km Outer Ring Rail along the RRR corridor, and the Strategic Road Development Program (SRDP), which has completed 36 out of 42 major mobility projects across the city. The Financial District alone has emerged as India’s fastest-growing employment hub, with global companies leasing over 10 million sq. ft. and creating more than 1,00,000 new jobs. This combination of infra expansion and tech-driven job creation continues to solidify Hyderabad as one of India’s most resilient property markets.

What sets this Middle East expansion apart is the direct involvement of ASBL Founder & CEO, Ajitesh Korupolu, who personally led the interactions across all cities. While most developers rely on channel-driven overseas outreach, ASBL’s leadership-led initiative enabled NRIs to engage directly with the company’s top management, reinforcing trust, transparency, and long-term relationship-building. This approach reflects ASBL’s philosophy of placing customers at the centre of its growth strategy, even beyond Indian shores.

The Middle East NRI Realty Meet was designed to address the key challenges NRIs face when investing in India, including evolving market dynamics, limited access to real-time data, and uncertainty around long-term value. Through direct dialogue and data-backed insights, ASBL enabled participants to gain a clearer understanding of Hyderabad real estate landscape, pricing trends, infrastructure-driven growth, rental yields, upcoming projects in Hyderabad, and long-term investment potential.

During these sessions, Ajitesh Korupolu highlighted Hyderabad’s continued emergence as one of India’s most resilient real estate markets, supported by sustained demand from the global tech workforce, large-scale infrastructure development, and the ongoing expansion of the Financial District and western growth corridor. He also shared insights into the steady rise in NRI investments across premium residential micro-markets, driven by employment growth, improved urban planning, and strong regulatory frameworks.

Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder & CEO, ASBL, said, “The Middle East is home to one of the strongest and most influential NRI investor communities. Our intent is not just to showcase projects, but to empower global Indian buyers with transparent, data-backed insights so they can make confident, long-term investment decisions back home. Hyderabad continues to offer exceptional fundamentals for real estate investment, and we aim to build lasting relationships with NRIs who are looking to stay meaningfully connected with India’s growth story.”

Through this Middle East expansion, ASBL is reaffirming its commitment to transparent communication, unbiased market education, and customer-first engagement. By giving overseas buyers direct access to leadership and authentic market intelligence, the company is redefining how Indian real estate brands engage with global investors. The initiative reflects ASBL’s larger vision to evolve into a globally connected real estate brand that empowers NRIs to make informed, confident, and future-ready investment decisions in India.

In Vietnam, VinFast’s ascent to the top of the automotive market has been one of the country’s most remarkable industrial stories. A brand that began its journey only a few years ago now leads the market with record-breaking momentum. In October 2025 alone, VinFast delivered 20,380 EVs, tripling Toyota and lifting its ten-month tally to 124,264 vehicles, a feat that analysts described as unprecedented in Vietnamese automotive history.

VinFast introduced industry-leading warranties, up to 10 years or 200,000 kilometers

This rise has been rooted in three core pillars.

The first is high-quality vehicles, anchored in engineering discipline and global safety benchmarks. The second is inclusive pricing, a value-driven approach that pairs generous equipment levels with accessible pricing to make EV ownership realistic for more households without positioning itself as the cheapest option. And the third, now widely seen as VinFast’s differentiator, is exceptional aftersales policies, a system of customer care that has redefined what Vietnamese buyers expect from an automaker.

These three pillars did not simply help VinFast grow fast. They created a new standard for trust, transparency, and long-term support. And as VinFast moves into India, it is this same formula, especially the customer-first ethos, that is beginning to take shape again.

How VinFast reshaped TCO and aftersales expectations

For many Vietnamese consumers, an EV initially looked like a gamble. Would maintenance be complicated, would parts be available, and who would help if something went wrong on the road. And convincing Vietnamese drivers to switch from ICE to EV was never only about technology. It required changing long-held assumptions about maintenance, longevity, and the cost of ownership. VinFast’s strategy was simple: make the EV experience not only competitive with ICE, but clearly superior in the areas that matter most.

The first step was security. VinFast introduced industry-leading warranties, up to 10 years or 200,000 kilometers for the VF 7, VF 8, and VF 9, and 7 years or 160,000 kilometers for the VF 3, VF 5, and VF 6. These policies stretch two to three times longer than many petrol competitors and became a defining signal of confidence from the manufacturer.

But the decisive shift came through total cost of ownership, or put more simply, the everyday economics. Vietnamese drivers quickly discovered that EV maintenance costs were not just lower, but dramatically lower. For example, one owner reported that scheduled service for a VF 6 at 36,000 kilometers costs roughly 80 to 90 percent less than equivalent ICE vehicles. One comparison shared by a community fanpage noted that an ICE rival’s 20,000 kilometer service cost was nearly 14 times higher than that of a VinFast VF 6.

Energy savings amplified the difference. With VinFast offering free public charging at V-Green stations in Vietnam until June 2027, owners effectively eliminated their largest recurring cost. For many families, this amounted to a 100 percent reduction in energy spending, often equivalent to USD 700 to 900 per year, as one driver pointed out.

As of today, VinFast has built more than 300 service centers nationwide, forming one of Vietnam’s most extensive automotive support networks. Combined with 150,000 charging ports, this infrastructure removed anxieties about where to charge or maintain an EV and made electrification feel practical rather than experimental.

Yet physical infrastructure was only part of the equation. What truly strengthened public trust was how the company behaved when customers needed help the most. In real-world situations, both at the individual level and during broader disruptions, VinFast demonstrated a willingness to go beyond standard procedure.

The 7^th edition of the CSR Conclave and Awards, organised by the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI), was held on 2^nd December at ITC Maurya, New Delhi, in the presence of Mr Damien Syed, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of France in India. The event celebrated the most impactful CSR initiatives executed by French and Indian companies and awarded the top projects across six distinct categories, highlighting the significant role played by IFCCI in promoting corporate engagement in the field of CSR, and connecting NGOs and CSR stakeholders.

Indo-French CSR Excellence Celebrated at IFCCI’s 7th Annual CSR Conclave & Awards

The annual CSR Conclave brought together over 120 CEOs, policymakers, CSR and Sustainability leaders, CSR foundations and NGOs from the Indo-French business community to share best practices while recognising the efforts of the most significant CSR projects.

The theme of the Conclave this year, “Local Frameworks, Global Goals, Digital Pathways”, reflects the growing convergence between India’s pioneering CSR framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, creating opportunities to align domestic priorities with global sustainability imperatives. The discussions explored how the future of CSR lies in collaboration rather than competition, while reimagining CSR through the lenses of inclusive growth and global responsibility.

On this occasion, Mr Damien Syed, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of France in India, remarked “The annual CSR Conclave and Awards – a flagship forum for the CSR ecosystem between India and France – is an important pillar of our bilateral engagement. Today’s event illustrates that CSR is a driver of responsible corporate leadership, social equity, sustainability, employee engagement and innovation. I congratulate all the companies and IFCCI members who submitted impactful and well-executed CSR projects across the award categories, and applaud the winners for their exemplary initiatives and encourage all participants to continue striving for deeper, scalable and more sustainable impact. I would like to reaffirm France’s long-term commitment to supporting India and the French business community in advancing inclusive and sustainable development.”

Speaking at the event, Mr. Yohann Samuel. Regional Director – South, IFCCI expressed, “IFCCI is proud to celebrate the remarkable journey of its CSR Department, which in a span of 2 and a half years, is currently supporting 102 high-impact projects across 11 states, reaching over 1,45,000 beneficiaries in India, including nearly 29,000 direct beneficiaries. Through collaborative partnerships, IFCCI continues to strengthen CSR efforts by uniting member companies and delivering end-to-end project management that drives inclusive socio-economic development. The IFCCI CSR Conclave and Awards embody this commitment, bringing together leaders from French and Indian companies to inspire meaningful and scalable change.”

The event also featured a fireside chat moderated by Ms Lise Breuil, Country Director, French Development Agency (India), on “Domestic Roots, Global Goals: Aligning India’s CSR with the SDGs” with Ms Cynthia McCaffrey, UNICEF Representative to India; Ms Anna Roy, Programme Director, NITI Aayog, and Dr Nidhi Pundhir, SVP Global CSR, HCLTech and Director, HCLFoundation as panelists.

Other speakers at the event were:

• Mr Anurag Pratap, CSR Leader, Capgemini India & Chairperson, IFCCI CSR Committee

• Ms Priyam Dhamankar, Legal and Compliance Director, Company Secretary, Servier India & Vice Chairperson, IFCCI CSR Committee

• Dr Kavita Chaudhari, Deputy Director – CSR & ESG, Sanofi & Vice Chairperson, IFCCI CSR Committee

• Ms Manisha Dubey, Head of IDEMIA India Foundation & VP Marketing Communications & Brand, IDEMIA

• Ms Anuradha Suvarna, Chief Sustainability Officer, L’Oréal India

• Mr Huzefa Salim, Executive Director, Dassault Systèmes Foundation

• Ms Chhavi Bajpai, Director, STMicroelectronics Foundation India

• Dr Ketan Deshpande, Founder & Chairman, FUEL (Friends Union for Energising Lives)

• Ms Manasi Diwan. Vice President, Impact Practice, CSRBOX Group and

• Mr Adarsh Trivedi, Assistant Vice President, Government & Technology, CSRBOX Group

Winners – IFCCI CSR Conclave and Awards 2025

Education & Skilling – EDF power solutions India Pvt. Ltd. (Project: Shaping Young Minds with Brighter Lives) and Capgemini Technology Services India Limited (Project: Youth Employability through Digital Academies)

Environment & Climate – Khushiyaan Foundation (Project: Trash to Treasure)

Healthcare and Wellbeing – Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Project Name: Home Away from Home) and Pernod Ricard India Foundation (Project: UDAAN)

Inclusive Growth and Empowerment – Sonepar India Pvt. Ltd. (Project: GBV Prevention for Women with Intellectual Disabilities through Sports) and Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd. (Project: APML Nidra Daan Kendra – Restoring Sleep, Saving Lives)

CSR Project of the Year – STMicroelectronics Foundation India (Project: Digital Unify)

Jury Special – Alliance Française de Delhi (Project: Alliance Grand Ball – French as a life changer)

Jury members – IFCCI CSR Conclave & Awards 2025

• Ms Payal S.Kanwar, Director General, IFCCI

• Mr Deepak Bagla, Mission Director, Niti Aayog Atal Innovation Mission, Govt. of India

• Mr Nicolas de Labrusse, Political Counsellor, Embassy of France in India

• Dr Nidhi Pundhir, SVP Global CSR, HCLTech & Director, HCLFoundation

• Dr Kavita Chaudhari, Deputy Director – CSR & ESG, Sanofi & Vice Chairperson, IFCCI CSR Committee

• Ms Sukhman Randhawa, Partnership and Development Finance Lead, UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, United Nations India

• Mr Shailesh Tyagi, Partner, Sustainability & Climate Leader, Deloitte South Asia

About IFCCI

Established in 1977, the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI) is part of a global network of 124 French Chambers (CCIFI) across 94 countries, representing over 37,000 companies. One of India’s most active bilateral chambers, IFCCI promotes trade and investment between India and France through a network of 800 member companies and over 7,000 business leaders. Headquartered in Mumbai, IFCCI has offices in New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, and Hyderabad.

One of India’s leading general insurance companies IFFCO-TOKIO General Insurance Company Limited (IFFCO-TOKIO GIC) is celebrating its 25th year (Silver Jubilee) of its foundation. Over this momentous journey, the company has been working with an objective of ‘Spreading Happiness’ (‘Muskurate Raho’) in the lives of its customers with customized policies and one of the best claim settlement rates in India.

IFFCO-TOKIO General Insurance Company Limited is celebrating its Silver Jubilee of foundation

Established as a joint venture between IFFCO and Japan’s Tokio Marine Group and receiving license from IRDAI in 2000, IFFCO-TOKIO’s journey has been epitome of unwavering trust and dedication to making insurance accessible to every individual, household, and business.

With a modest beginning 25 years ago, the company now caters about 86+ Lakh policies through 1000+ offices and 35,000 agents, strengthened by decades of trust.

Taking inspiration from various initiatives of IRDAI, IFFCO-TOKIO has brought out affordable insurance solutions for under-covered communities. To serve this purpose, company has tied up with a number of cooperatives to distribute micro insurance for package policies, health, and motor policies.

Reminiscing on IFFCO-TOKIO GIC’s memorable journey and future ahead, Mr. Subrata Mondal, Managing Director & CEO said, “While at the beginning we were guided by the principal of affordable insurance, the vision has got enlarged to align with people’s aspirations and robust economy, while committed towards IRDAI’s “Insurance for All by 2047”. Having laid out strong technological foundation with trust, innovation and resilience at core, IFFCO-TOKIO is now entering into transformational next leg of growth with an aim of building one of the best customer-focussed, innovative and socially responsible insurance company in India.”

Mr. Mondal further stated that company’s expansion both in terms of customers and employees exemplifies its inclusive growth. While encouraging female participation, company provides ample opportunities to rise the ladder, highlighting commitment to gender diversity and equality. Additionally, insurer has provided training to over 5,000 women agents fostering financial inclusion and community trust.

The Company has been at the forefront of social welfare through Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. IFFCO-TOKIO’s CSR initiatives are designed to empower rural youth, especially female, through education and skill development, improving healthcare in underserved areas, and promoting sustainable practices for a greener future.

Over its 25-year journey, IFFCO-TOKIO has been honoured with numerous awards and recognitions across business excellence, innovation, and customer service. These include the ‘Tokio Marine Group Award 2025’ for exceptional achievement in transforming the Motor Own Damage (OD) Claims operations in Tokyo, and the ‘India’s Top General Insurance Company Award 2025’ by Entrepreneur Outlook Magazine. The company also received the ‘Best DevOps Culture (General Insurance)’ and ‘Best Incident Response Strategy for Application Security – General Insurance’ awards from Quantic India at the 8th Edition India DevOps Show 2025.

Further, IFFCO-TOKIO earned the prestigious title of ‘Asia’s Best General Insurance Company – 2025’ at the Asia Excellence Awards 2025 by Insights Success Media, as well as the ‘Top Healthcare Insurance Company’ award at the 16th Elets Healthcare Innovation Summit. It was also recognised with the ‘Best Customer Service Insurance Company Award’ at the India Insurance Summit & Awards 2025 by Synnax Group, and the ‘Non-Life Insurance Award’ for Excellence in Operational Efficiencies using Emerging Technology at the IBEX India BFSI Technology Awards held at the Jio World Convention Centre, among several others.

Estonia’s exports to India are witnessing a steady and promising rise, reflecting deepening trade engagement and growing confidence among Estonian businesses in the Indian market. This momentum is further reinforced by a marked increase in interest across industry bodies and business fraternities toward India as a priority growth destination. A significant milestone in this trajectory was the successful visit of an Estonian Food & Beverage (F&B) sector delegation to India in the first week of December, which yielded strong commercial leads, valuable buyer interactions, and a clearer, on-ground understanding of India’s dynamic and rapidly evolving consumer market.

Estonia Ambassador to India – H.E. Ms. Marje Luup with Estonian Company Saku Brewery and Indian counterpart HS Oberoi Spirits

One of the delegates – Saku Brewery’s Export Manager, Margus Masing, the company’s collaboration with India began through the strong support of KredEx, the Estonian Business and Innovation Agency (EIS), and the Estonian Embassy in India.

“I would like to extend special thanks to the Estonian Business and Innovation Agency, KredEx, and Ambassador Marje Luup, who place great value on the success of Estonia’s food and beverage industry and strongly support the promotion of domestic exports. Thanks to their efforts, the cooperation between Saku Brewery and HS Oberoi Spirits became a reality,” said Masing.

He highlighted that the partnership with HS Oberoi Spirits has progressed very successfully. “Our collaboration with HS Oberoi Spirits has been excellent — the first container of Saku products arrived in India in July, and another order is already awaiting shipment. At the moment, Saku products are available in the Delhi region, but HS Oberoi Spirits is strongly committed to building our brands across India. Our shared goal is to expand into additional cities and regions. India is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing markets, and we are delighted that Saku products are now available there, with local consumers appreciating our packaging, distinctive flavours, and high quality,” explained Margus Masing.

As per Indian counterpart, HS Oberoi Spirits – the role of Estonia Trade Office and equal zeal from Estonian F&B companies brought Estonia’s historic Saku Brewery to India through its partnership with HS Oberoi Spirits. The collaboration stands as a strong early example of the value that shared heritage, craftsmanship, and open trade can create between the two nations. HS Oberoi Spirits is a strategic import and distribution partner committed to building long-term, value-driven collaborations between global beverage brands and the Indian market.

Hardarshan Singh Oberoi, Founder, HS Oberoi Spirits, said, “We are delighted to support this growing relationship between India and Estonia. Partnerships like these celebrate craftsmanship, culture, and shared ambition — and we look forward to building many more meaningful stories together.”

Manveer Singh Oberoi, Founder, HS Oberoi Spirits, said, “Indian consumers today value authenticity and thoughtful product narratives. Collaborating with Estonia allows us to bring distinctive global experiences to India’s evolving premium beverage landscape.”

Further joint initiatives and category-building programs are expected to be explored in the coming months as both countries work toward expanding commercial and cultural engagement.

From a Vision to a Trusted Name – The Inspiring Journey of Property Master and Its Leadership DuoIn 2009, when Faridabad’s real estate was buzzing with possibilities, homebuyers and investors still longed for guidance they could genuinely trust. It was in this moment of opportunity that two driven entrepreneurs, Paras Rai and Goldi Arora, came together with a shared vision to redefine how people experienced property decisions. They believed the market deserved more clarity, more honesty, and a more professional approach, and they set out to deliver exactly that. From a modest office with big dreams, they built Property Master on the simple but powerful idea that real estate should feel transparent, reassuring, and human. Over the years, this vision has expanded beyond Faridabad to Mohali and Gurugram, helping clients across multiple regions navigate real estate with confidence.

From a Vision to a Trusted Name – The Inspiring Journey of Property Master and Its Leadership Duo

Founders’ Complementary Strengths
What truly fuelled Property Master’s rise was the complementary strength that Paras Rai and Goldi Arora brought into their partnership. Goldi, a graduate of MJP Rohilkhand University, stepped into real estate with a natural flair for people, communication, and business development. Over the years, he built an impressive network of satisfied clients and some of the biggest sellers in Greater Faridabad through his honest dealings, strong relationships, and instinctive marketing expertise. As Managing Director, he led from the front—developing new services, strengthening client connections, expanding the company’s reach, and nurturing a 50-member marketing team with tireless dedication.

Complementing him perfectly was Paras, a Delhi University commerce graduate with a diploma in IT who brought a structured, analytical approach to real estate advisory. Paras quickly earned a name as a transparent, detail-oriented professional whose financial acumen helped investors make informed, profitable decisions. His deep involvement in portfolio management, asset planning, and investor education steadily grew the company’s investor base and reinforced Property Master’s reputation for credibility. Beyond business, both founders share a strong commitment to social welfare and community upliftment. Together, Goldi and Paras form a formidable leadership duo—one driven by people and strategy, the other by finance and precision—shaping Property Master into a brand built on trust, expertise, and purpose.

Building Property Master as a Trusted Brand
From the early days of shared ambition, Property Master steadily grew into one of the most trusted real estate advisory brands across Faridabad and Mohali, driven not by scale alone but by the ethics, diligence, and transparency that defined its founders. What began as a two-member venture soon evolved into a 100+ strong team, each individual aligned with the company’s customer-first philosophy and commitment to doing right by every buyer and investor. Over the years, Property Master expanded its reach, representing more than 150 projects and building strong collaborations with leading developers across the region. Its services grew with the needs of its clients, spanning buying, selling, leasing, registration support, investment consultation, and complete documentation handholding. Through every step, the goal remained simple and unwavering: to make real estate decisions clearer, easier, and more trustworthy for everyone who walked through their doors.

Ethos That Builds Property Master
At the heart of this growth lies an ethos that has remained unchanged since day one—integrity above all else. Property Master earned its reputation not through grand promises but through honest conversations, ethical dealings, and the assurance that every recommendation came from a place of responsibility. This sincerity became its strongest differentiator, inspiring long-term relationships with clients who returned again and again, often bringing friends and family through referrals. Each repeat customer became a testament to the trust the brand had built. By upholding professionalism and offering clear, transparent advisory at every step, Property Master set new benchmarks in Faridabad and Mohali’s real estate ecosystem, proving that when a business is grounded in values, trust naturally follows.

Leadership With Purpose
What strengthens Property Master’s identity even further is the leadership with purpose. Both Goldi Arora and Paras Rai have always believed that success holds true meaning only when it contributes to the larger good. Goldi has long been involved in social welfare initiatives, dedicating time and resources to uplift weaker sections of society through hands-on community work. Paras, too, has consistently supported charitable causes, contributing generously to initiatives focused on education, healthcare, and social well-being. Their shared commitment to giving back reflects a leadership ethos rooted in humility, responsibility, and purpose beyond profit, shaping Property Master not just as a respected brand but as a values-driven organisation that stands for more than business.

Scaling the Vision
Building on their strong values and human-centric leadership, Property Master steadily evolved into a go-to real estate advisory not only in Faridabad but also in Mohali and Gurugram, serving homebuyers and investors seeking clarity, confidence, and trustworthy guidance. Its success lies in a combination of transparent processes, expert advisory, deep market knowledge, and a relentless customer-first approach, complemented by robust partnerships with leading developers. In Gurugram, the company has established a strong presence in key micromarkets, including SPR, New Gurgaon, Golf Course Road, Golf Course Extension Road, and Sohna Road, providing both residential and investment solutions. At the helm, Paras and Goldi continue to balance each other perfectly; Paras brings financial insight and investor-focused strategy, and Goldi steers marketing, business development, and relationship-building. Together, their complementary strengths ensure that every client experience is not only professional and profitable but also reassuring and seamless, making Property Master a name synonymous with trust across multiple regions.

Looking Ahead
Property Master remains committed to its mission of simplifying real estate decisions for every buyer and investor, ensuring clarity, confidence, and peace of mind at every step. The company envisions expanding its services, embracing technology to enhance client experiences, and deepening its reach across Faridabad and beyond. Guided by the same values and leadership that shaped its journey, Property Master aims not just to advise but to become a trusted partner in every property journey, helping clients navigate the complexities of real estate with expertise, integrity, and a human touch.

CloudThat is excited to announce it is a recipient of a 2025 Geography and Global AWS Partner Award, recognizing leaders around the globe that are playing key roles in helping their customers drive innovation and build solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS). 

CloudThat Just Set a Global First with Three Consecutive AWS Awards in the Same Category

CloudThat has been named the winner of the AWS Training Partner of the Year – APJ, marking an extraordinary third consecutive win after securing the title in 2023 and 2024. This award recognizes exceptional leadership in delivering high-impact AWS training, enabling cloud adoption at scale, and accelerating customer success across the Asia Pacific and Japan region.

Announced during the Partner Awards Gala at AWS re:Invent 2025, the Geographic and Global AWS Partner Awards honor AWS Partners that have demonstrated specialization, innovation, and deep collaboration throughout the year. These awards highlight partners whose business models continue to evolve and thrive on AWS as they support customers across industries.

As an Advanced Tier AWS Training Partner, CloudThat continued to expand its impact in 2025 by delivering advanced AWS training programs in cloud solutions and architecture, Gen AI, AI/ML, cloud security, DevOps, data engineering, and next-generation technologies. Building on last year’s success—where it was recognized for empowering more than 850,000 learners globally—CloudThat further broadened access to AWS Skill Builder in developing and high-growth markets, helping enterprises and professionals build future-ready cloud capabilities. CloudThat’s training is scalable, lab-intensive, and certification-driven, with tried-and-tested proprietary training solutions that have remained a benchmark for excellence in the tech education ecosystem.

“We were the first to start AWS training in India back in 2012, and we knew back then that we were contributing to the beginning of a cloud revolution,” remarked Bhavesh Goswami, CEO & Founder of CloudThat, “Thirteen years later, having enabled more than 8.5 Lakh learners in cloud and AI, it’s incredibly rewarding to be recognized by AWS as Partner of the Year for APJ—now for the third consecutive time!”

“We are deeply grateful to AWS for this honour and to every CloudThat team member whose dedication made this achievement possible,” Bhavesh added. “Accolades like these energize us, push us to raise the bar, and reaffirm our commitment to shaping the next generation of cloud and AI talent. Onwards and upwards!”

Rujika Sajeev, Group HR Specialist (L&D) at ieng Group, congratulated CloudThat on their latest win, “This is a remarkable achievement that reflects outstanding dedication, deep expertise, and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional AWS learning experiences. CloudThat’s efforts have consistently set new benchmarks in the training landscape, and this recognition is a well-deserved testament to the quality and impact of their work.” 

Jude S, Sr. Director (HR) at Movate, also shared his congratulations, stating, “This outstanding achievement is a testament to the organization’s relentless commitment to innovation and excellence. CloudThat continues to set industry benchmarks and inspire others through its consistent pursuit of quality.”

The Geography and Global AWS Partner Awards included a self-nomination process across several award categories, awarded at both the geographic and global levels. All AWS Partners were invited to participate and submit a nomination. Award submissions were reviewed by a third-party, Canalys, and selected with special emphasis placed on customer success use cases.

In addition, several data-driven award categories were evaluated using metrics that measured AWS Partners’ performance over the past year. Canalys audited these datasets to ensure all measurements were accurate and objective. Finalists represented the top three ranked AWS Partners across each category.

The AWS Partner Network (APN) is a global program focused on helping partners innovate, accelerate their cloud journeys, and fully leverage the breadth and depth of AWS services.

About CloudThat
Established in 2012, CloudThat is an award-winning provider of tech training and consulting services, and the first Indian company to deliver both under one roof. As a leader in digital transformation and tech talent enablement, CloudThat equips organizations and professionals with cutting-edge skills in cloud, GenAI, Data, AI/ML, DevOps, IoT, and modern emerging technologies.

Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, with offices in the UK, USA, and Bangladesh, CloudThat has served clients across 30+ countries, trained 850,000+ professionals, and delivered 500+ consulting projects for 250+ organizations. CloudThat is an AWS Advanced Tier Training Partner, and a Premier Tier Service Partner. Cloudthat also provides training services in partnership with Microsoft, NVIDIA, Google Cloud Platform and Oracle. With 13 prestigious global awards in the past 8 years, including the AWS Training Partner of the Year (APJ) awards in 2023, 2024, and 2025, and the Microsoft Training Services Partner of the Year 2024, CloudThat continues to lead with innovation and commitment to building a future-ready digital workforce.

Tappy Technologies, the global leader in wearable payment solutions, is proud to announce that its secure tokenization technology is driving the launch of next-generation contactless payment bands by First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) in partnership with Mastercard. Inspired by the adrenaline and precision of motor racing, these bands give consumers a unique way to celebrate speed, style, and convenience in everyday life.
 

Wearable contactless payments Racing Ahead
 

Racing spirit meets lifestyle innovation
Much like the world of motor racing where every second counts, these payment bands are designed for seamless performance. Embedded with Thales secure element chips and powered by Tappy’s tokenization technology, the bands allow users to tokenize their Mastercard cards issued by FAB through the Tappy Pay App. Once provisioned, the bands transform into secure payment devices that can be used at millions of contactless-enabled merchants worldwide.

Fast, frictionless freedom
This innovation means consumers can immerse themselves in experiences without worrying about carrying wallets or cards. Whether purchasing merchandise, refreshments, or celebrating with friends, the bands deliver a frictionless payment journey that mirrors the speed and energy of motor racing itself.

Wayne Leung, CEO of Tappy Technologies, said, “Motor racing is all about passion, speed, and precision – and that’s exactly what these payment bands represent. Consumers can proudly wear a stylish accessory while enjoying the convenience of secure, contactless payments powered by Tappy. Together with FAB, Mastercard, and Thales, we are redefining how lifestyle and technology come together to enhance everyday experiences around the world.”
 
About Tappy Technologies
Tappy Technologies is a global leader in wearable payment solutions, specializing in secure tokenization technology that transforms everyday accessories into powerful payment devices. Through partnerships with leading banks, payment networks, and lifestyle brands, Tappy enables consumers to enjoy seamless, secure, and convenient transactions anywhere contactless payments are accepted. With a mission to merge lifestyle and technology, Tappy continues to redefine the way people pay by embedding innovation into the things they love to wear.

L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Ltd., one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, announced its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rating by CRISIL. The Company achieved an overall ‘CRISIL ESG 70,’ categorised as a ‘Strong’ rating in FY25 and establishing LTF as the highest-rated entity among the listed NBFCs covered by CRISIL. LTF has also been assigned a Core ESG Rating of ‘CRISIL Core ESG 80.’ These scores are based on public disclosures on ESG parameters at the consolidated level and other publicly available information.

LTF has been a pioneer and an early adopter of various sustainability-related practices

As per Crisil ESG Ratings, the overall rating can be attributed to the Company’s strong performance on key Environmental (E) and Social (S) parameters, including control over the intensities of Scope 1 and 2 emissions and energy consumption, as well as improved performance on attrition, diversity & inclusion, and stakeholder complaints. Further, it has stated that the Company expanded its scope of disclosures on its Scope 3 emissions and taken initiatives to increase its sustainable finance portfolio, which supported the E score. Furthermore, the rating is aided by a healthy Governance (G) score.

Mr. Sudipta Roy, Managing Director and CEO, LTF, said, “Our strong ESG ratings are a significant indicator of how we deliver holistic economic, social, and environmental impact through robust governance, an unwavering commitment to sustainability, and our businesses, which address the needs of unserved and underserved customers. It is a direct result of our proactive approach and dedication to transparency and accountability. Additionally, we are among the first NBFCs to conduct a ‘Double Materiality’ assessment and a ‘Business Impact Study’ based on ‘True Value Methodology.’ We remain focused on creating such benchmarks in the NBFC sector.”

Ms. Apurva Rathod, Company Secretary and Chief Sustainability Officer at LTF, said, “Our commitment to business sustainability is deeply embedded in our strategy. We have been a pioneer and early adopter of various sustainability-related practices, and in many cases, well ahead of regulatory mandates. Our journey transitioned from disclosure-based compliance to building an ESG-conscious organisation, and we are taking significant strides towards it. We have embedded ESG principles across business and operations, ensuring value creation for all our stakeholders.”

Crisil ESG Ratings is a SEBI-registered Category-1 ESG Rating Provider following a subscriber-pays model and relies solely on publicly available information for its ESG rating assessments. The analytical approach combines the Company’s performance relative to its peers with the financial sector’s impact on the environment and society, while the G score remains sector-agnostic.

About L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF)

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

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Galgotias University hosted the 2025 IEEE 7th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Automation (ICCCA), bringing together leading researchers, technologists, academicians and industry experts from India and abroad. The conference reinforced the university’s commitment to fostering innovation, research excellence and global academic collaboration.

Delegates, dignitaries, and organisers during the 2025 IEEE 7th International Conference on Computing, Communication and Automation (ICCCA) at Galgotias University

ICCCA 2025 received 2,278 research paper submissions, with 430 accepted, reflecting a strong global interest in emerging technologies across computing, communication, automation and artificial intelligence. The conference featured key perspectives from eminent dignitaries including Dr. S N Singh, Director, ABV-IIITM Gwalior & IEEE Fellow; Dr. Vinod Kumar, Director, Promotion Directorate (IN-SPACe); Prof. Brij B. Gupta, Director, CCRI, Asia University, Taiwan; Dr. Mohammad Rihan, Director, NISE, Gurugram & Chair Elect, IEEE UP Section; and Mr. Sandeep Jain, Deputy Secretary, Government of India. Their talks highlighted India’s expanding space innovation landscape, intelligent automation, interdisciplinary research and global technology readiness.

As part of its international engagement efforts, Galgotias University strengthened cross-border collaboration through an MoU with CCRI Asia University, Taiwan, promoting joint research and innovation programs.

In parallel with ICCCA, the University also hosted two major IEEE-supported innovation events:

• WIE-HackEarth 2025, funded by IEEE Women in Engineering, brought together 30 teams and 90 women innovators for a 24-hour hackathon focused on sustainability, smart health, digital literacy and tech-driven social impact.

• I’CEO, sponsored by the IEEE Uttar Pradesh Section, engaged 16 teams from IEEE Student Branches in entrepreneurial simulations, strategic decision-making and leadership challenges.

Commenting on the occasion Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotias University, “At Galgotias University, we are committed to nurturing a research-driven ecosystem that empowers students and scholars to innovate, experiment and lead in rapidly evolving technological domains. Hosting ICCCA 2025 along with the WIE-HackEarth and I’CEO events reflects our dedication to building global collaborations and preparing future-ready leaders who will shape the world with impactful ideas and solutions.”

The synergy between ICCCA 2025 and the IEEE innovation events highlighted Galgotias University’s continued leadership in advancing high-impact research, promoting interdisciplinary learning and enabling international academic partnerships. With strong support from global experts, policymakers and industry leaders, the university remains committed to empowering the next generation of innovators and technology pioneers.

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Galgotias University Among the World’s Leading Universities in QS and THE Rankings

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

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