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  • La Polo Marks Fifth Edition of Indian Polo Awards with Strong Industry Presence

    Maninder Sethi, Founder of La Polo, and Preeti Singh, Events and Marketing Head, said the fifth edition highlighted the growing presence of polo across sport, business, and cultural circles.

    La Polo hosted the fifth edition of The Indian Polo Awards in New Delhi, bringing together members of the polo community along with representatives from business, culture, and diplomacy.
    Held at The Taj Palace, the event saw participation from players, patrons, and stakeholders associated with the sport, reflecting its expanding presence and continued relevance in India.

    Among those present were Naveen Jindal, Chairman, Jindal Steel and Member of Parliament, Shallu Jindal, Amanpreet Kaur, IRS, Rajiv Ashok, Managing Director, CCIC, Lt Gen Mukesh Chadha, along with members of the diplomatic and corporate community. Polo players including Arjuna Awardees Samir Suhag and Simran Singh Shergill were also in attendance.
    The awards recognised contributions across the polo ecosystem, including teams, players, trainers, and institutions associated with the sport. Achievers Polo Team received recognition in the high goal category, while Jindal Panther Polo Team featured among winners across categories. Individual honours included Syed Shamsheer Ali as Most Valuable Polo Player and Sawai Padmanabh Singh as Promising Polo Player.

    Other recognitions included Christopher Mackenzie in the international category, Lt Col Vishal Chauhan representing army polo, and Dr Shivangi Jai Singh among the awarded players. Institutional and ecosystem categories covered polo clubs, grounds, trainers, and contributors supporting the sport’s development.
    Maninder Sethi, Founder, La Polo, said, “We are truly overwhelmed by the response to the fifth edition of The Indian Polo Awards. It is encouraging to see the polo fraternity come together alongside leaders from diverse industries to recognise and support the sport.”

    Preeti Singh, Events and Marketing Head, La Polo, said, “This edition reflects strong participation and continued collaboration across partners and the polo community. Their contribution remains important in supporting the sport’s ecosystem.”
    The event was supported by partners including Jindal Polo, Code Silver, Wedding Asia, La Martina, Lexus New Delhi, and U.S. Polo Assn.
    Now in its fifth year, The Indian Polo Awards continues to function as a platform recognising achievements within the sport while bringing together stakeholders connected to its development. The organisers said the initiative aims to support the long term growth and visibility of polo in India.
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  • The Design Village repositions design learning with international campus and AI integrated curriculum

    Sourabh Gupta, Founder, and Mridu Sahai Patnaik, Co Founder, The Design Village, along with Antonio Bartoli, Ambassador of Italy to India, highlight global collaboration, ethical AI integration, and cross cultural design learning

    New Delhi, April 3, 2026: The Design Village has expanded its academic presence to Europe with the launch of a new campus in Italy, marking a step in the globalisation of Indian design education.
    Founded in Noida, the institute is introducing an international learning environment that combines exposure to European design heritage with interdisciplinary and real world learning experiences.

    The Italy campus is designed to enable cross cultural exchange while building on the institute’s life centric approach to design education, which focuses on understanding social systems, cultural context, and human impact.
    Antonio Bartoli, Ambassador of Italy to India, said the initiative reflects the role of academic institutions in connecting cultures and advancing collaboration through creativity, innovation, and dialogue.

    Sourabh Gupta, Founder, The Design Village, said the expansion represents a broader academic shift towards integrating global exposure with interdisciplinary learning and technology enabled education.
    The institute has also introduced a collaboration with Adobe to integrate Creative Cloud and Firefly generative AI into its curriculum. The approach includes a focus on ethical use of artificial intelligence, authorship, and responsible design practices.

    Mridu Sahai Patnaik, Co Founder, The Design Village, said the initiative aims to create a learning ecosystem where creativity, ethics, and innovation coexist, preparing students for evolving global design challenges.
    The development aligns with the growth of India’s AVGC sector, which is expected to generate significant employment opportunities by 2030. By combining global learning environments with access to industry tools, the institute aims to prepare students for emerging roles in creative industries.
    With its expansion into Europe and integration of technology driven learning, The Design Village is positioning itself within a global design education landscape shaped by collaboration, digital transformation, and evolving industry needs.
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  • Arohan Links Microfinance Interest Rates to Credit Risk and Repayment Behaviour

    Manoj Nambiar, Managing Director, Arohan Financial Services, said the revised framework links microfinance loan pricing to borrower credit profiles and repayment behaviour, with rates ranging from 19.99 percent to 24.24 percent.

    Arohan Financial Services has introduced a risk based pricing framework for its microfinance products, using its credit scoring model to determine borrower level pricing with immediate effect.
    Under the revised structure, interest rates across Arohan’s microfinance products will range from 19.99 percent to 24.24 percent, depending on the borrower’s credit risk profile and repayment behaviour. The company said the move will allow customers with stronger repayment discipline and lower risk characteristics to access more favourable borrowing rates.

    The Kolkata based NBFC microfinance institution, which is part of the Aavishkaar Group, said the revised schedule places some of its interest rates among the lowest in the NBFC MFI sector for customers with stronger credit quality. The company said the framework is intended to support fair and transparent lending while rewarding disciplined repayment behaviour.
    Arohan said it follows a risk based lending approach that enables customers with a sound repayment history to benefit from lower rates. It added that the revised pricing structure is built on its existing credit scoring model and is designed to align loan pricing more closely with borrower level risk assessment.

    Manoj Nambiar, Managing Director, Arohan Financial Services, said, “A disciplined approach to lending, combined with prudent risk management, has helped Arohan to maintain one of the lowest non performing asset ratios among NBFC MFIs. As a result, we are able to access diversified funding at competitive rates and pass on funding cost advantages to customers with stronger credit profiles, while extending credit to underserved communities.”
    He added, “I am delighted to announce the special rate of 19.99% to our tried, tested and best rated repeat borrowers while continuing to expand access to affordable credit. Risk based pricing allows us to reward good repayment behavior, improve portfolio quality, and ensure long term sustainability, all while remaining committed to our mission of financial inclusion.”

    The company said its board had earlier adopted a self imposed margin cap of 12 percent over its effective yield, describing the move as part of its focus on borrower protection and appropriate pricing.
    Arohan also said the revised framework is aligned with the Reserve Bank of India’s March 2022 master direction on the regulatory framework for microfinance loans, which deregulated pricing in order to ensure that rates charged to borrowers remain fair, transparent, and competitive.
    The company said it had first introduced a risk based pricing model in 2022 and 23. At that time, it implemented a board approved pricing policy for microfinance loans that outlined the different components used to determine rates, including cost of funds, operating expenses, credit risk premium, and margin, along with other applicable charges.
    Arohan Financial Services said it will continue to work closely with customers to ensure clear communication and smooth implementation of the new pricing framework.
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  • TNQTech joins select group of certified workplaces with strong employee engagement scores

    TNQTech joins select group of certified workplaces with strong employee engagement scoresSameer Kanodia, Managing Director and CEO, Lumina Datamatics, and Vice Chairman and CEO, TNQTech, highlights alignment of culture, collaboration, and employee engagement

    Mumbai, April 2, 2026: TNQTech, a subsidiary of Lumina Datamatics, has been certified as a Great Place to Work, marking a milestone in its efforts to build a people-focused and performance-driven workplace.
    The certification reflects employee feedback and workplace practices centred on collaboration, professional growth, and engagement. TNQTech is among a limited number of organisations in India to receive this recognition in the 2025 to 2026 cycle.

    Employee participation in the certification process exceeded 83 percent, indicating strong engagement levels and providing a representative view of workplace experience.
    Sameer Kanodia, Managing Director and CEO, Lumina Datamatics, and Vice Chairman and CEO, TNQTech, said, “This recognition reflects the alignment of culture across our organisations. Our focus remains on building an environment where teams can collaborate, innovate, and grow while delivering meaningful outcomes.”

    TNQTech operates in the publishing technology space, offering AI-driven solutions across editorial, production, and digital content workflows. Its integration with Lumina Datamatics has expanded capabilities in content services and digital delivery.
    The recognition also builds on Lumina Datamatics’ track record of workplace certification over the past three years, reflecting a consistent focus on employee experience and organisational culture.
    Together, TNQTech and Lumina Datamatics continue to focus on creating inclusive and collaborative work environments that support both employee development and business outcomes.

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  • Gabify Gains Investor Backing to Accelerate Early Screening and Therapy Systems

    Sahil Chopra, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Gabify, and Ankur Mittal, Co-founder of Inflection Point Ventures, said the funding will support clinical validation, technology development, and wider access to early screening and intervention systems.

    Gabify, a health technology startup focused on neurodevelopmental care, has raised 175000 dollars in a pre seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures, with additional support through a government backed grant.
    The company has also received 25 lakh rupees under the Nidhi Seed Support Scheme from GH Raisoni Technology Business Incubator Foundation. The funding will be used for clinical validation, technology enhancement, and team expansion as the company works to scale its platform.

    Founded in 2023, Gabify is building an AI based platform for early screening and therapy management of speech and neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism and ADHD. The system combines voice and vision based AI to analyse speech patterns, facial expressions, eye movement, and behavioural indicators across more than 189 clinically validated parameters aligned with global diagnostic frameworks.
    The platform also uses a human in loop approach, where clinical experts review AI generated outputs to ensure accuracy and reliability in assessments. The company said its system can reduce assessment time by up to 70 percent, allowing clinicians to serve more patients while maintaining clinical standards.

    Ankur Mittal, Co-founder, Inflection Point Ventures, said, “Addressing neurodevelopmental challenges at an early stage plays a critical role in shaping a child’s future, yet it remains one of the most underserved areas in the healthcare ecosystem. Gabify is tackling this gap through a strong blend of clinical validation and AI led innovation, enabling faster and more accurate identification of developmental conditions.”
    Gabify has already tested its platform across more than 35 preschool and daycare centres in India during its private beta phase. It is currently being used by schools, hospitals, private practices, and non profit organisations.

    Sahil Chopra, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Gabify, said, “Our goal with Gabify is to ensure that no child is left behind simply due to delayed diagnosis or lack of access. We are building technology that supports clinicians, assists parents, and improves early intervention outcomes.”
    The company is part of the fourth cohort of IPV IdeaSchool, a programme focused on early stage startups, and has been recognised among the top 10 startups by DreamDeal, an initiative led by Anupam Mittal.

    Gabify said it aims to impact one million children by 2028 through a mix of business and community focused deployment models, including B2B, B2C, and CSR programmes.
    The broader market opportunity for neurodevelopmental care is estimated at 110 billion dollars globally, supported by rising diagnosis rates, increased adoption of AI in healthcare, and growing demand for early intervention systems.
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  • SqaaS Creates ShellBot Platform Centered on Continuous AI Task Execution

    Francisco Novella Fletcher, Co-founder of SqaaS, along with Rajnish Kumar and Aloke Bajpai of ixigo, said ShellBot is designed to provide secure, always-on AI agents with full user control, visibility, and cross-platform functionality.

    Squad As a Service, S.L., an AI company backed by ixigo, has launched ShellBot, a managed platform designed to enable users to deploy secure and autonomous AI agents for everyday tasks.
    Announced on 2 April 2026, the platform allows individuals, freelancers, small businesses, and enterprises to operate private AI agents hosted on dedicated cloud environments. These agents can handle tasks such as email management, scheduling, research, coding, and workflow automation across platforms including WhatsApp, Slack, Telegram, Gmail, and Microsoft Teams.

    ShellBot is built on OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent framework, and is designed to provide users with a dedicated virtual machine running an AI agent rather than relying on shared infrastructure. The company said this approach supports improved data privacy, performance, and control while maintaining continuity across tasks through a unified memory and context layer.
    A key focus of the platform is safety and user control. ShellBot follows a secure-by-default design that requires confirmation before critical actions, supports granular permission settings, and includes safeguards against misuse such as prompt injection attacks. The system also allows users to monitor activity and pause or stop operations when required.

    Francisco Novella Fletcher, Co-founder of SqaaS, said, “ShellBot is built to make powerful AI agents simple, secure, and truly useful in everyday life. Our vision is to leverage advanced AI systems to solve complex, everyday problems at scale, while ensuring users always remain in control of how their AI operates.”
    Rajnish Kumar, Group Co-CEO, ixigo, and Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO, ixigo, said, “AI agents represent the next shift in how technology serves users, moving from passive tools to active collaborators. With ShellBot, SqaaS has made this technology accessible and practical for real world use, supported by secure and scalable infrastructure.”

    The platform is model agnostic and supports multiple AI providers as well as local models, allowing users flexibility without dependency on a single ecosystem. Pricing starts at 29 euros per month, with a promotional offer for early users on its Pro plan.
    ShellBot is now available globally, marking SqaaS’ entry into a growing category of AI infrastructure focused on autonomous and user controlled systems. The company said the platform reflects a broader shift toward making advanced AI tools accessible beyond developers and into everyday use across industries.
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  • Gaudium IVF applies artificial intelligence to improve precision in infertility treatment

    Dr Manika Khanna, Chairperson and Managing Director, Gaudium IVF, and Giles Palmer, Director, IVF 2.0, highlight precision led IVF processes and improved clinical decision making

    Mumbai, April 2, 2026: Gaudium IVF has integrated artificial intelligence into infertility treatment, introducing advanced embryology systems into routine clinical practice.
    The development includes the use of AI driven tools such as SiD, a sperm identification system, and ERICA, an embryo ranking platform, aimed at improving precision during key stages of the IVF process.
    The initiative was inaugurated by Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, who highlighted the role of advanced technologies in driving innovation across sectors.

    The integration has been undertaken in collaboration with IVF 2.0, a UK based embryology innovation organisation founded by Jacques Cohen and Alejandro Chave, bringing global embryology expertise into the Indian clinical ecosystem.
    Dr Manika Khanna, Chairperson and Managing Director, Gaudium IVF, said, “Fertility care is evolving towards precision led outcomes. The integration of AI allows for greater consistency, transparency, and improved decision making in the treatment process.”

    SiD analyses sperm movement parameters to identify viable candidates for fertilisation, while ERICA evaluates embryo quality using image based analysis of developmental characteristics. These non invasive tools assist embryologists in making more consistent and data driven decisions.
    Giles Palmer, Clinical Scientist and Director of Global Communications, IVF 2.0, said the collaboration enables the application of embryology intelligence in clinical settings, supporting measurable improvements in outcomes.

    Early observations indicate that AI integration can improve fertilisation rates and blastocyst development, while potentially reducing the need for repeat treatment cycles. This may help lower the emotional and financial burden on patients.
    Gaudium IVF, which recently became India’s first publicly listed IVF chain, continues to focus on technology driven approaches in reproductive healthcare, with a growing presence across India.
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  • ANAROCK identifies India REITs as emerging alternative investment backed by policy support

    Vikas Jain, President, NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen, and Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman Emeritus, NAREDCO Maharashtra, highlight investor confidence, regulatory support, and expansion opportunities in REIT sector

    Mumbai, April 2, 2026: India’s Real Estate Investment Trust market is witnessing strong growth and emerging as a competitive investment avenue compared to Asian peers, according to a report by ANAROCK .
    Titled “India REITs: Taking a Stride Building Momentum with Scale and Performance,” the report highlights how the sector is evolving into a mature asset class supported by regulatory reforms, operational performance, and increasing investor participation.

    Indian REITs have delivered nearly 9 percent five year price returns, outperforming several regional markets, while maintaining distribution yields in the range of 5 to 6 percent. Portfolio occupancy levels have remained above 90 percent, supported by demand from global corporates across sectors such as technology, BFSI, and consulting.
    The report notes that REITs accounted for over 20 percent of office leasing activity in the second quarter of FY26, reflecting continued demand for commercial real estate assets. Since listing, REITs have delivered capital gains ranging from approximately 12 percent to over 60 percent.

    The introduction of Small and Medium REITs in 2025 has further expanded access to real estate investments, enabling retail participation through fractional ownership models and unlocking a potential monetisation opportunity of Rs 67,000 to Rs 71,000 crore.
    Tax efficiency remains a key advantage, with regulatory requirements mandating distribution of at least 90 percent of net distributable cash flows. More than 65 percent of distributions are tax exempt, enhancing returns for investors.

    Despite the progress, only about 32 percent of India’s REIT ready assets are currently listed, indicating significant room for expansion. The report also highlights diversification into emerging asset classes such as logistics parks, data centres, healthcare infrastructure, and residential real estate.
    Vikas Jain, President, NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen, said the sector is witnessing rising investor confidence, supported by platforms that bring together domestic and global stakeholders to explore investment opportunities.
    Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman Emeritus, NAREDCO Maharashtra, said India’s real estate sector is transitioning toward institutional capital structures, with REITs playing an important role in its evolution into a global asset class.
    Introduced by SEBI in 2014, REITs have grown steadily in India, with five listed trusts currently managing over 176 million square feet of leasable area.
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