Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University successfully hosted ‘Kairos 2025’, its annual International Student’s Day celebration, marking a significant milestone towards fostering global academic collaboration and cultural exchange. The event was organized by the Office of International Affairs & Collaboration and centered on the theme “Empowering Students to be Agents of Change.”

MAHE Leaders and student representatives jointly inaugurated ‘Kairos 2025′ on International Students’ Day 

The gala event commenced with an International University Fair from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, featuring participation from over 30 international universities. The fair offered students a detailed insight into various academic programs, scholarship opportunities, enrollment processes, and campus facilities at host universities worldwide. The event was attended by students and staff from MAHE, as well as participants from recognized colleges in Udupi, demonstrating MAHE’s commitment to community engagement. Several of MAHE’s existing collaborating universities participated in the fair, strengthening the ongoing partnerships.

The afternoon transitioned into a vibrant cultural showcase from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, where country stalls representing 20 nations were hosted by both Indian and international students from different MAHE institutions. The stalls featured students from international mobility programs, including representatives from Efrie-France, Deakin University-Australia, and Maastricht University-Netherlands, along with international faculty members at MAHE. Dr. H.S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor of MAHE, graced the occasion by visiting the stalls and interacting with participating students.

The formal launch of Kairos 2025 took place from 6:15 PM to 6:45 PM, with the Lt. Gen. (Dr.)  M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd), Vice Chancellor as Chief Guest and Dr Sharath K Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences), MAHE as Guest of Honor. 

As a symbolic gesture celebrating international cultural diversity, all Heads of Institutions, along with student representatives from participating countries, jointly inaugurated the event. The ceremony concluded with a group photograph commemorating the multicultural spirit of MAHE.

Dr. Anup Naha, Director of International Collaborations, MAHE Manipal, commented on the event’s success “Kairos 2025 is a significance to our vision of creating global citizens who are equipped to navigate and contribute to an interconnected world. By bringing together students, universities, and cultures from across the globe, we are not only celebrating diversity but actively cultivating the collaborative mindset and cross-cultural competencies that define the leaders of tomorrow.“

The evening concluded with a few spectacular cultural performances featuring international student bodies including IAESTE, AIESEC, IPSF, and MUN, along with VSO and student teams from Tibet and Maldives. Each team presented five-minute performances aligned with the global theme of Kairos, followed by an energetic DJ program that brought together the diverse student community into grand celebrations.

The day-long celebration demonstrated MAHE’s commitment to internationalization and provided a comprehensive platform for students, faculty, and international partners to engage in meaningful dialogue about global education opportunities and cross-cultural understanding.

About Manipal Academy of Higher Education
The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specializations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable track record in academics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 3rd in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and enriching campus life.

The Yamuna Expressway is witnessing a remarkable transformation, as visionary developments infuse the region with a contemporary urban spirit. At the forefront of this evolution, ACE Group leads with bold, design-led projects that are setting new benchmarks for integrated living and growth. Noticeably, its new mixed-use project ACE Edit in Sector 22D is just the perfect place where retail spaces, leisure zones, workspaces, and luxury residences come together in one well-planned complex. Designed for the modern jet-setter, the project redefines convenience and class.

ACE Edit Front View Elevation

With a legacy built on innovation, design excellence, timely delivery, quality craftsmanship, and customer trust, ACE Edit reimagines city life. It’s a space where urban planning, business, and leisure come together seamlessly to create a magical experience. Spread across 3.4 acres, residents can arrive in style—enjoying a premium location close to the Noida International Airport—while experiencing touchdown to luxury through 300 beautifully designed studio residences, complete with upscale retail zones and plush lounge. experiences.

Just minutes away from the new Noida International Airport, ACE Edit offers exceptional connectivity, positioning itself as the perfect choice for frequent flyers, professionals, and investors seeking premium living with long-term growth potential. It redefines mixed-use spaces with a vibrant, forward-thinking character designed to inspire. Demonstrating how modern commerce and contemporary living can coexist within a single address, ACE Edit stands as a testament to innovation and intent.

The space feels lively yet elegant, designed for people who appreciate luxury and the freedom of modern studio living. Each residence combines intelligent design with premium finishes, offering a perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and functionality. Open-air dining, wellness zones, and a terrace pool add a sense of calm sophistication to its contemporary architecture. Together, these elements reflect ACE Group’s forward-looking approach to design—one that keeps pace with how today’s urban residents and investors aspire to live: smart, stylish, and seamlessly connected.

Mr. Ajay Chaudhary, Founder, Chairman & Managing Director, ACE Group said, “With the Yamuna Expressway rapidly transforming into India’s next real estate hub, ACE Edit embodies that spirit of progress—bringing together business, leisure, and community living in one inspired destination. It goes beyond architecture to create experiences that resonate and endure.”

The announcement follows ACE Group’s recent milestone of crossing Rs. 5,000 crore in sales from its projects along the Yamuna Expressway-a figure that reflects both the scale of its presence and growing trust of buyers and investors in the area. This milestone underlines the strong presence of the group in the region and also brings forth the growing confidence of buyers and investors.

Over the last couple of years, ACE Group has built one of the most comprehensive portfolios on the corridor. The portfolio of its projects on this location comprises residential projects like Ace Terra and Ace Verde to large plotted and integrated townships, namely Ace Estate, Ace Acreville, and, The Nest which is a part of Ace Verde, consisting of modern studio residences. On the commercial front, ACE Group’s flagship project, ACE YXP, showcases its unwavering focus on quality and long-term vision. Collectively, these initiatives have established ACE Group as a catalyst for transformation along the Yamuna Expressway. With projects like Ace Edit, ACE is transforming the Yamuna Expressway into a hub of high-end comfort, where luxury truly lands — offering residents a taste of Urban Living with a Runway Flair in the heart of NCR’s fastest-growing corridor

Located close to Noida International Airport, the Formula 1 Circuit, and the upcoming Film City, ACE Edit enjoys direct access to newest attractions and destinations of NCR. The Yamuna Expressway itself is fast changing in character, with new infrastructure and well-planned neighbourhoods giving the region fresh momentum. Seamless connectivity and a growing mix of commercial and lifestyle spaces are turning the region into a hub that attracts both domestic and global investors.

Under the leadership of Mr. Ajay Chaudhary, ACE Group has consistently stayed ahead of market trends, delivering projects that harmonize aesthetic excellence with enduring functionality. His unwavering commitment to timely delivery, superior construction quality, and design innovation has solidified ACE Group’s reputation as a name synonymous with trust, progress, and modern living.

With its expanding portfolio along the Yamuna Expressway, ACE Group continues to set new benchmarks in real estate across Delhi-NCR.

Website: acegroupindia.com.

India’s growth journey is being powered by the rapid digitalisation of its financial system. From mobile-based payments to online lending and financial inclusion initiatives, technology is transforming how people access, use, and benefit from financial services. 

Be a part of India’s digital finance growth story with Bajaj Finserv Banking and Financial Services Fund NFO live now

The Bajaj Finserv Banking and Financial Services Fund, an open ended equity scheme, seeks to invest in companies that are part of this evolving financial landscape. The New Fund Offer is currently live from Monday, November 10, 2025, and will close on Monday, November 24, 2025. The scheme will reopen for subscription within five business days from the date of allotment.

How UPI is driving digital payments at scale
Over the past few years, India has emerged as a leader in digital transactions. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has made sending and receiving money as simple as scanning a code. This ease of use has helped drive a sharp increase in transaction volumes and values.

UPI transaction value has grown nearly five times, from Rs. 41 trillion in FY21 to Rs. 236 trillion in FY25. What started as a convenience in cities is now a part of everyday life even in smaller towns. Non-cash transactions among Indian households are expected to rise from 38% in FY23 to 62% in FY28, showing how digital payments are becoming a preferred mode of transaction.

This shift has strengthened the digital foundation of India’s financial system, making it more inclusive, efficient, and accessible.

Source: MOFSL, Press Information Bureau, CareEdge, Mobikwik, Redseer

Digital lending expands financial access
Technology is also reshaping how credit reaches people and businesses. Digital lending platforms have opened new ways for individuals and small enterprises to borrow, often with faster processing and fewer barriers.

By FY28, Tier 2 and smaller cities are expected to contribute more than 80% of digital lending disbursements, estimated at around USD 60 billion. This shows that credit is no longer limited to metros or large institutions. The rise of fintech-led lending is helping people with limited credit history or lower credit scores gain access to funds, especially for personal loans and small business needs.

Such innovations are helping bridge long-standing credit gaps and support broader economic activity.

Source: Mobikwik RHP, Redseer, Internal; Reserve Bank of India Documents, Boston Consulting Group Report

Jan Dhan Yojana strengthens financial inclusion
While technology has driven innovation, government-led initiatives have strengthened access. The Jan Dhan Yojana is one of India’s most significant steps towards inclusive finance. Over the last decade, the number of Jan Dhan accounts has grown nearly 18 times—from 33 million in FY14 to 540 million in FY24. These accounts have accumulated deposits worth Rs. 2.3 trillion.

By connecting millions to the formal banking system, Jan Dhan has laid the foundation for direct benefit transfers. Subsidies, pensions, and other payments now reach beneficiaries directly, reducing leakages and improving efficiency.

This growth has deepened financial inclusion, ensuring that more people have access to basic financial services such as savings, credit, and insurance.

Source: Reserve Bank of India, Periodic Labour Force Survey (2023), GSMA (2023)

Fintech’s role in connecting the underserved
Fintech companies are playing an important role in making finance more inclusive. They are using data, mobile technology, and digital platforms to reach people who may not have had easy access to financial products earlier.

Fintechs have introduced innovative lending models that assess creditworthiness based on alternative data. They have higher participation among borrowers who are new to credit and among women entrepreneurs. With the growth of mobile internet and India Stack, fintech-led lending has expanded quickly, helping more people build credit histories and participate in formal finance.

By offering faster, simpler, and more customised financial solutions, fintechs are helping drive financial inclusion and consumer empowerment across India.

Source: Reserve Bank of India Documents, Boston Consulting Group Report

Investing in India’s financial megatrends
The Bajaj Finserv Banking and Financial Services Fund invests in businesses aligned with long-term financial megatrends such as UPI adoption, digital lending growth, and financial inclusion through fintech and Jan Dhan initiatives. The fund’s portfolio* of 45–60 stocks is curated from around 180 – 200 companies that form part of India’s BFSI megatrend universe.

*The portfolio count is indicative, and actual number will depend on market conditions at the time of making investment.

By investing across banks, NBFCs, insurers, asset managers, and fintechs, it offers exposure to multiple growth drivers within India’s financial sector. For investors looking to align their portfolios with the digital transformation of India’s financial landscape, this fund may offer a suitable entry point.

Source: Mobikwik RHP, Redseer, Internal; MOFSL Report as published in April 2025

Conclusion
Digital finance is reshaping India’s economic landscape—from UPI payments to digital lending and Jan Dhan inclusion. Fintech innovation continues to expand access and efficiency, making financial services available to more people than ever before.

The Bajaj Finserv Banking and Financial Services Fund aims to offer a way to participate in these long-term shifts. By investing in companies that are part of India’s expanding digital finance ecosystem, the fund provides exposure to structural growth trends that may define the country’s financial future.

New Fund Offer Opens on: Monday, November 10, 2025
New Fund Offer Closes on: Monday, November 24, 2025
Scheme re-opens on: Within five business days of allotment date

Mutual Fund investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme related documents carefully.

Dr. Rishi Raj, a renowned author, famous for his writings on patriotism and Travel has become a first Indian to complete a historic travel milestone by visiting all 36 states/UTs of India as well as all seven continents of the world.

Indian Author & Explorer Creates History- First Indian to Cover All 36 States and All 7 Continents

On 16th, November 2025, Dr. Rishi Raj set foot on Antarctica, the seventh continent of his journey, carrying the Indian Tricolour as a symbol of national pride and a spirit of Ek Bharat Shresth Bharat.

This achievement making him possibly the first Indian to combine such extensive travel within India with exploration across all continents.

Dr. Rishi Raj’s journey began in 1994 when he joined Indian Railways. In the early years, he travelled across most Indian states. In 2008, he completed the pilgrimage to all Jyotirlingas and the Char Dham of India. Later, in 2012, his expedition to Kailash Mansarovar opened a new chapter of global travel. Over the past 31 years, this continuous journey has brought him to this historic milestone today.

He also carried a banner urging the world to “Save Our Mother Earth,” reinforcing his commitment to environmental consciousness.

In honour of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth centenary, he displayed a special banner bearing the Iron Man’s photograph as a mark of deep respect for the nation’s great unifier.

Speaking from Antarctica, Dr. Rishi Raj said, “From the Himalayas to Antarctica, I carried the spirit of Bharat with me. This journey is not just about travel it is about unity, patriotism, and responsibility towards our planet. Wherever I go, India travels with me.”

Apart from his professional role at DMRC, Dr. Rishi Raj is a prolific writer, who has written more than 28 books including story books for children related to history and patriotism. He has also produced over 600 short films on patriotism and India’s cultural heritage under his channel Exploring India with Rishi.

Dr. Rishi Raj now plans to dedicate this achievement to inspire Indian youth towards patriotism, sustainable travel, and climate awareness. He is also preparing to file for recognition with leading record bodies.

About Dr. Rishi Raj
Additional General Manager (Operations), DMRC
Awarded the Rahul Sankrityayan Award by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India for his four books.
Author of multiple acclaimed travel and patriotic books
Content creator with 600+ short films under Exploring India with Rishi

Quantum, a doctor-led pioneer in corporate and industrial healthcare, has announced the national launch of its Doctor911 Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance network — a major step toward building India’s next-generation emergency response ecosystem. The initiative begins with a pilot deployment at Oberoi Mall, Goregaon, in collaboration with Oberoi Realty, setting the foundation for a nationwide rollout of 300 fully equipped ALS ambulances across 20 metropolitan regions over the next two years.

Doctor911 strengthens emergency response with the launch of its ALS ambulance at Oberoi Mall, Mumbai, led by Dr Narendra Vankar & Dr Bhavya Vankar

The Doctor911 ALS ambulance service ensures rapid medical assistance with a turnaround time of under 10 minutes, supported by Quantum’s emergency command system and its pan-India network of over 200 Occupational Health Centres (OHCs) across corporate, industrial, and retail environments.

India continues to face a significant gap in emergency ambulance availability compared to developed healthcare systems. Current estimates indicate that India operates 18,000–20,000 ambulances for a population of 1.4 billion, while the United States runs over 50,000 ambulances for just 330 million – highlighting the urgent need to expand India’s emergency-care capabilities at scale.

As part of its global strategy, Doctor911 is expanding into the UAE and exploring opportunities in the US, supported by MediLocker — Quantum’s secure, portable health-data layer that ensures a patient’s medical records travel with them. This allows Doctor911 to deliver seamless, informed care for employees, travellers, and NRI families across borders.

“Doctor911 is evolving into a global connected-care platform. With our expansion into the UAE and exploratory entry into the US, our aim is to ensure coordinated, high-quality care for Indians and NRIs wherever they are,” said Dr. Narendra Vankar, Founder & CEO, Quantum.

Quantum also continues to strengthen India’s workplace healthcare ecosystem — a pillar governed by the Factories Act, 1948, which mandates employers to safeguard the health, safety, and environment of workers. Corporate India increasingly recognises that “the cost of non-compliance is 10x the cost of compliance.”

To support this compliance-driven need, Quantum has built a cross-functional corporate health team, backed by standardised SOPs and smart digital software, converting traditional OHCs into smart clinics capable of delivering faster, more accurate, and data-backed care.

“For corporates, factories and large industrial operations, immediate medical readiness is critical. Through our OHC network, on-site medical teams and now ALS ambulances under Doctor911, we are elevating workforce health and emergency response. Our experienced corporate doctors also conduct all training, knowledge transfer and detailed slice-and-dice analysis of employee health data, offering deep insights into organisational wellbeing,” said Dr. Bhavya Vankar, Co-Founder & Director, Quantum.

Founded by Dr. Narendra Vankar and Dr. Bhavya Vankar, both MBBS, AFIH-qualified occupational health specialists, Quantum Corp today serves over 500 corporate groups across sectors. The company is distinguished by its direct medical service delivery model — delivering preventive, curative, and emergency care on-site at workplaces, supported by qualified doctors and trained medical teams.