Author: Faisal Mahmood

SmartWinnr, a provider of AI-driven sales enablement & learning technology, and HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurance companies, have jointly won the coveted Brandon Hall Group Gold award for excellence in the Best Advance in Unique Learning Technology category. The winners are listed at www.excellenceawards.brandonhall.com/winners/.   Brandon Hall Group Gold Award SmartWinnr and HDFC Life were jointly recognized for their collaborative implementation of an advanced digital learning and performance enablement platform aimed at the field force for training and coaching. The solution enables continuous learning, faster skill acquisition, and measurable performance improvements through personalized, data-driven coaching. “This recognition…

IMT Ghaziabad, a premier business school with a 45-year legacy of industry-relevant management education, is witnessing strong momentum in its ongoing placement season, driven by a strategic shift towards a role competency–based hiring framework aligned with evolving industry needs. The institute’s placement outcomes reflect a broader transformation in management hiring, where organisations are increasingly prioritising role readiness, applied skills and long-term performance over volume-driven recruitment.   Placement activity at IMT Ghaziabad has remained robust across traditional and emerging B-school recruiting sectors including banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI), consulting, IT and IT-enabled services, FMCG, investment banking, global capability centres (GCCs)…

Shreeyam National TMT, one of the leading TMT bar manufacturers and a trusted partner in India’s infrastructure development, is pleased to announce a major step in strengthening its corporate governance. Effective from August 2025, the company has appointed Mr. Atul Bhatt and Mr. Ashok Kumar Garg as Independent Directors. These key appointments clearly show Shreeyam National TMT’s strong commitment to adopting best-in-class governance practices and securing long-term growth.   Mr. Atul Bhatt (on the left) and Mr. Ashok Kumar Garg (on the right) Mr. Atul Bhatt, renowned for his distinguished career in steel manufacturing, will provide the strategic insights and…

When planning investments, understanding how returns are calculated is often the first step. While markets and instruments vary widely, some investors begin by exploring basic interest concepts before moving to more complex approaches. In this context, a simple interest calculator may help you understand how returns are computed in a straightforward manner, without assumptions around compounding or reinvestment.   Breaking down basic returns through simple interest calculator   What simple interest means in financial terms Simple interest refers to interest calculated only on the initial amount invested, also known as the principal. Unlike compounding, the interest earned does not get…

On the 133rd birth anniversary of Padma Vibhushan Smt. Jankidevi Bajaj, Mr. Shishir Bajaj, patriarch of the Bajaj Group, paid tribute to his grandmother, remembering her as a beacon of simplicity, courage, and selfless service to the nation.   (Left) Bajaj Group’s Instagram post remembering Smt. Jankidevi Bajaj. (Right)  A rare photo of Mr. Kushagra Bajaj (Group Chairman) on his Great Grandmother’s lap   Remembering her life and legacy, Mr. Shishir Bajaj said, “My grandmother, Jankidevi Bajaj, lived her life rooted in discipline, compassion and unwavering commitment to Gandhian values. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, she embraced swadeshi, khadi and a…

Aviva India, a leading private life insurance company, has announced the launch of the Aviva Smart Vitals plan, an individual non-linked, non-participating, pure risk health insurance fixed benefit plan that provides comprehensive protection against critical illnesses. The base sum insured starts at Rs 10 lakhs, with policyholders eligible to enhance coverage up to 2x the base sum assured through wellness-linked step-based rewards. Customers earn quarterly Wellness Additions of 2.5%, 5%, or 7.5% depending on their average daily steps. The Smart Vitals plan provides a lump-sum benefit upon first diagnosis of any of the 49 covered critical illnesses and procedures. These…

Glow by Kirtilals, the contemporary Natural diamond jewellery brand from the house of Kirtilals, has announced an exciting new consumer campaign titled “Fly to Phuket”, blending fine jewellery, creativity, and the promise of an unforgettable international holiday.   Glow by Kirtilals -Fly to Phuket with exciting offers As part of the campaign, customers purchasing jewellery from Glow by Kirtilals can participate in an exclusive slogan contest, giving them a chance to win a luxurious couple travel package to Phuket, one of the world’s most loved tropical destinations. The campaign celebrates love, self-expression, and the joy of rewarding life’s special moments…

Building on its legacy of creating transformative experiential luxury holidays, The Postcard Hotel has announced the opening of its latest hotel in a UNESCO-celebrated enclave of history and heritage – The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat, Old Goa – A Sitaram Ayurveda Experience. Overlooking hundreds of acres of tranquil reserve forests, this first of its kind private sanctuary is entirely dedicated to wellness – in collaboration with Sitaram Ayurveda’s 104-year tradition backed by deep knowledge around the healing science of Ayurveda. In a world filled with constant noise and distraction, the property invites discerning guests to pause, listen inward, and reconnect with…

C-Zentrix, the flagship brand of Towards Vision Technologies Ltd. (TVT), a leading provider of contact center (CCaaS) and customer engagement technology, announced a strategic investment from the family office of Ritesh Agarwal (AROA), Founder and Group CEO of PRISM (parent of OYO). The investment reflects strong confidence in the rapid growth of AI-driven contact center solutions and TVT’s vision to build next-generation customer engagement platforms . As enterprises across industries accelerate digital transformation, the contact center landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift driven by Generative AI, automation, and data-led customer experiences. Recognizing this momentum, the Ritesh Agarwal’s family office has…

Kauvery Hospital, Salem, has completed 20 liver transplants, comprising both deceased donor (cadaver) and live donor procedures. The hospital has been operating its liver transplant programme since 2023, making advanced liver care accessible to patients across Salem and surrounding districts.   Kauvey Hospital, Salem   The liver transplant unit is led by Dr Swaminathan Sambandam, Senior Consultant & Lead, Multi-Organ Transplant (Liver, Kidney, Pancreas & Small Intestine), and Dr S. Ravikumar, Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon.   Equipped with high-end infrastructure, the unit is supported by an expert multidisciplinary team comprising hepatologists, liver transplant anaesthetists, intensive care specialists,…