Bank of India and C-DAC sign MoU to Advance Quantum Financial Innovation and Emerging Technology Adoption

 (Shri Satyendra Singh , CGM IT & CIO, Bank of India signing MoU ) 

 Collaboration to focus on translating indigenous quantum technologies into 

practical banking applications

 Priority areas include quantum-safe security, digital signatures, quantumgenerated randomness and advanced optimization

 MoU also provides a framework for collaboration in Artificial Intelligence, 

Blockchain, cybersecurity and other emerging technologies

 Joint research, Proofs of Concept (PoCs), technology demonstrations and 

capacity building to support future-ready banking

 Partnership brings together Bank of India’s banking expertise and scale with CDAC’s capabilities in advanced computing and indigenous technology 

development

New Delhi, October 22, 2026: Bank of India (BOI) and the Centre for Development of 

Advanced Computing (C-DAC), an autonomous scientific society under the Ministry of 

Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, today signed a 

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on quantum financial innovation and 

the adoption of emerging technologies in banking.  

The MoU establishes a framework for Bank of India and C-DAC to explore joint research, 

development, pilot implementations, technology demonstrations and capacity-building 

initiatives across technologies of strategic relevance to the banking and financial services 

sector. 

The collaboration brings together Bank of India’s banking domain expertise, nationwide 

presence and high-volume technology environment with C-DAC’s capabilities in High 

Performance Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technologies, Blockchain, 

Cybersecurity and indigenous technology development. 

A key focus of the partnership will be the development of a Quantum Ecosystem for 

Financial Innovation, aimed at preparing banking systems for the opportunities as well as 

emerging security challenges associated with quantum technologies. The two organizations 

will jointly explore quantum-inspired and quantum-safe technologies that can strengthen 

security, trust, resilience and decision-making in banking. 

The collaboration will seek to identify a prioritized portfolio of banking use cases, 

demonstrate Proofs of Concept in secure sandbox environments, assess technical feasibility 

and potential banking value, benchmark emerging approaches against existing systems, and 

develop roadmaps for further development, pilots or adoption. 

Commenting on the collaboration, Shri Rajiv Mishra, Executive Director, BOI, said, 

“Quantum technologies have the potential to reshape several aspects of banking, from 

cybersecurity to complex financial decision-making. Through our collaboration with C-DAC, 

we aim to explore and evaluate these emerging possibilities in a structured manner, while 

building the knowledge and capabilities required to prepare Bank of India for the next 

generation of technology” 

Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary IAS, MeitY, congratulated Bank of India for its contribution to 

technological advancement and appreciated its collaboration with C-DAC to foster 

indigenous innovation. He emphasised the need to build a quantum-resilient financial 

ecosystem in an era of growing cybersecurity concerns and emerging technological threats, 

preparing the banking sector for the challenges and opportunities of the quantum era. 

Commenting on the MoU, Shri E. Magesh, Director General, C-DAC, said, This collaboration 

with Bank of India is an important step towards translating India’s indigenous quantum and 

emerging technology capabilities into practical banking solutions. Through joint research 

and development and capacity building, C-DAC aims to support a secure, resilient and futureready financial ecosystem. 

Beyond quantum technologies, the MoU provides a framework for collaboration in 

Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies relevant to 

financial services. Potential areas include intelligent document processing, customer and 

employee assistance, fraud analysis, credit and financial analytics, secure AI platforms, responsible AI, smart contracts, digital identity, secure data sharing and other applications 

relevant to banking. 

The partnership will also focus on developing a future-ready talent ecosystem through 

training and capacity-building programmes in areas including Quantum Computing, 

Quantum Security, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and other emerging digital technologies. 

The MoU was formally exchanged by Shri Aditya Kumar Sinha, Executive Director, C-DAC 

Mumbai and Shri Satyendra Singh , CGM IT & CIO, Bank of India , in the presence of Shri 

S. Krishnan, IAS, Secretary, MeitY; Shri Rajiv Mishra, Executive Director, Bank of India, 

Shri Sudeep Shrivastava, Joint Secretary, MeitY, Shri E. Magesh Director General C-DAC,

along with other senior officials from MeitY, Bank of India and C-DAC. 

Through the collaboration, Bank of India and C-DAC Mumbai aim to create a structured 

pathway for translating indigenous research and emerging technologies into practical 

banking applications, while contributing to a secure, resilient and technologically future-

ready financial ecosystem.

Aptech Limited and Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) Enter into Partnership to Democratise Access to Film and Creative Education Across India

~Strategic collaboration to offer workshops, certified programmes and a co-developed filmmaking programme, combining FTII’s cinematic expertise with Aptech’s industry-oriented skilling ecosystem~

National, October 26, 2026: Aptech Limited, a pioneer in vocational training and global learning solutions has entered into a collaboration with The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) to expand access to quality film education and creative skills across India.

The partnership brings together FTII’s academic excellence and rich cinematic legacy with Aptech’s 30+ years of experience in vocational education across Media & Entertainment, creative careers and the AVGC-XR ecosystem, backed by its expertise in curriculum development and established extensive training network. Together, the institutions will create structured, industry-relevant learning programs for aspiring filmmakers, content creators, animators, VFX professionals and other creative talent, enabling learners to build the skills, creative capabilities and practical exposure needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving Media & Entertainment and AVGC-XR sectors. The collaboration will offer learners access to FTII-led learning experiences through Aptech’s ecosystem, while creating learning opportunities that range from focused workshops and micro-credentials to specialised certification and an immersive, co-developed filmmaking programme.

The partnership will be executed through three distinct engagement models creating multiple routes to creative learning. 

1. FTII Workshops & Micro-Credentials

Under the first model, selected FTII workshops will be made accessible to eligible students at Aptech centres. The workshops will provide learners with opportunities to engage with specialised areas of filmmaking and cinematic storytelling, enabling them to complement their existing learning with focused, expert-led interventions from FTII. Eligible participants will receive applicable FTII certificates or micro-credentials, creating opportunities for learners to build specialised knowledge and demonstrate additional competencies.

2. Aptech–FTII Joint Certification Programme

The second model will integrate a two-month FTII module with Aptech’s training brands offering VFX and 3D programmes. The programme will combine existing structured, industry-oriented training with FTII’s academic and cinematic expertise, giving learners exposure to advanced filmmaking concepts and practices. Successful students will receive a joint certificate, subject to meeting the prescribed programme and certification requirements. The model is designed to strengthen the bridge between technical skills and cinematic application, enabling students to develop a more holistic understanding of visual storytelling.

3. Co-Curated Joint Certification Programme

The third and most comprehensive model will be a co-developed programme, including a two-month immersive learning experience at the FTII campus in Pune. Initially planned across Aptech’s own centres in Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru, the programme will combine structured learning at Aptech’s training centres with intensive academic immersion and mentorship at FTII. A key outcome of the programme will be the opportunity for students to produce a short film under FTII mentorship, allowing them to translate classroom learning into an actual creative project. The programme will also facilitate exposure to internships and industry associations, helping students build practical capabilities and a stronger portfolio as they prepare for careers in the Media & Entertainment industry.

Mr. Sandip Weling, Whole-time Director & Chief Business Officer, Global Retail, Aptech Limited, said, “The future of creative education lies in bringing together strong academic foundations, industry-relevant skills and opportunities for experiential learning. Our collaboration with FTII brings together two complementary strengths- FTII’s unparalleled cinematic legacy and Aptech’s expertise in vocational education and nationwide delivery. Through these three models, we aim to give learners greater access to specialised knowledge, mentorship and real-world creative experiences, ultimately enabling them to build stronger capabilities, portfolios and career pathways in the Media & Entertainment and AVGC-XR ecosystem.”

Mr. Santosh Ojha, Head of Strategy, FTII, added, “FTII has a rich legacy of nurturing filmmakers and storytellers, and we believe this learning should reach many more aspiring creative professionals. Our collaboration with Aptech gives us the opportunity to take FTII’s academic and cinematic expertise beyond our campus, leveraging Aptech’s extensive network of creative education centres across India. Cinema is as much about storytelling, imagination and creative expression as it is about technical skills. Through this association, we hope to bring that perspective to more learners through specialized programmes, workshops and hands-on experiences, helping shape the next generation of filmmakers and creative professionals.”

Mr. Abir Aich, Executive Vice President, Aptech Limited, said, “One of the key objectives of this collaboration is to bring the art and practice of filmmaking closer to students pursuing careers in the creative industry. By combining Aptech’s technology and production-focused learning with FTII’s expertise in cinema and storytelling, we want to help students develop a more rounded understanding of how films and visual content are actually created. Importantly, this opportunity will be available to both new and existing students, giving them access to specialized learning, industry mentorship, and internship opportunities to work on projects. For the industry, we believe this can help build a ready pool of future creative talent, who bring together technical proficiency, cinematic understanding and practical filmmaking skills, and are better prepared to contribute from the outset.”

The partnership aims to move beyond conventional skill training towards applied, experiential and outcome-oriented creative education, equipping learners with the technical proficiency, storytelling capabilities, creative thinking and industry exposure needed to succeed in the evolving Media & Entertainment and AVGC-XR sectors. This may also lead to internship opportunities for the top talent. Through three progressive learning models from specialised workshops and micro-credentials to integrated certification and immersive filmmaking the collaboration seeks to expand access to quality creative education and build a future-ready talent pool for India’s growing creative economy.

ABOUT APTECH LIMITED

With over three decades of strong experience in the vocational skill training and non-formal academic curriculum-based training programs, Aptech Limited is a pioneer in the non–formal vocational training business in the country with a significant global presence. Ever since its commencement in 1986 and with a current presence of over 750 centres globally, Aptech Limited has effectively ventured into diverse sectors ranging from IT training, media & entertainment, virtual production, beauty & wellness, retail & aviation, pre-school segment, amongst others. Aptech Limited has successfully trained students, professionals, universities & corporates through its two main streams of business- Individual training and Enterprise Business Group. 

Under Individual Training, Aptech offers career and professional training through its multi-brands- Arena Animation & Maya Academy of Advanced Creativity (both in Animation & Multimedia), Lakmē Academy powered by Aptech (beauty & grooming), Aptech Aviation & Hospitality Academy, Aptech Learning, and Aptech International Pre-school, amongst others.

Enterprise business includes Training and Assessment Solutions for Corporates & Institutions (Aptech Training Solutions, Aptech Assessment & Testing Solutions). Aptech Limited has been recognized as a 

Great Place to Work (2017 & 2019) won the Golden Peacock National Training Award (2019) and appraised at Maturity Level 5 of People Capability Maturity Model (PCMM) in the year 2020. For further information please visit- https://www.aptech-worldwide.com/

About FTII: 

The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) was set up by the Government of India in 1960, in the premises of the erstwhile Prabhat Studios in Pune.

Today, FTII is recognised as a centre for excellence in audio visual media across the world and one of the best film institutes in India. FTII alumni work everywhere: from Los Angeles, Paris, and London to Mumbai, Hyderabad, Trivandrum, Chennai, and Kolkata. Over the years they have gained popularity and have earned various laurels as accomplished technicians and superstars. The alumni have also won popular film and television awards from the ‘National Film Awards’ to ‘Oscars’, to the ‘Dada Saheb Phalke award’ to the prestigious ‘Padma Awards’.

Leading brokerage gives thumbs up to EAAA India Alternatives Limited IPO*

*Leading brokerage gives thumbs up to EAAA India Alternatives Limited IPO*

_Only alternatives platform in India to have a diversified suite of Yield & Income Solutions to domestic and global investors with Asset Under Management (“AUM”) of ₹ 953.45 bn_

Leading brokerage firms Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, GEPL Capital and Ventura Securities have given their "Subscribe" recommendation to EAAA India Alternatives Limited, which is one of the leading alternative platforms in India, in terms of assets under management (AUM) with more than 17 years of experience (Source - CARE Report) of managing long term patient capital with an AUM of Rs 953,448.78 million or Rs 95,344.8 crore, as of June 30, 2026.

Anand Rathi highlights the company is an alternative investment management platform focussed on Indias real assets and private credit markets. On the valuation front, at the upper price band, the company is valued at a PE of 40.6 times FY26 and 33.2 times FY26 EV / EBITDA. Given its leadership position in India's alternatives market, diversified investment platform, strong growth in FPAUM, robust profitability metrics and favourable industry outlook Anand Rathi recommends subscribe for Long Term to the issue.

GEPL Capital highlights the company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Sekura India Management, supports asset operations, maintenance, monitoring, and efficiency improvement. On the valuation front, based on FY26 earnings, the issue is priced at a PE of 33. GEPL recommends subscribe to the issue.

Bajaj Broking highlights the company is an alternative investment management platform focussed on Indias real assets and private credit markets. On the valuation front, the company is valued at a PE of 40 based on FY26 earnings. Bajaj Broking recommends subscribe to the issue.

Ventura Securities Ltd giving subscribe recommendation to the IPO highlights, EAAA India Alternatives has delivered healthy growth in recent years, supported by rising alternative investment allocations and expansion in its fee-paying asset base. Revenue from operations increased from INR 492.6 crore in FY24 to INR 670.3 crore in FY25 and INR 869.5 crore in FY26, while PAT increased from INR 175.2 crore to INR 229.8 crore and INR 265.2 crore, respectively. Total AUM increased from INR 54,679 crore in FY24 to INR 59,629 crore in FY25 and INR 72,706 crore in FY26, before rising further to INR 95,345 crore as of June 2026. In FY26, EBITDA excluding other income stood at INR 323.3 crore, translating into an EBITDA margin of 37.2%, while PAT margin stood at 30.5%, reflecting the asset-light and fee-driven nature of the business.

EAAA India Alternatives IPO is open for subscription and closes on October 28, 2026. The price band is kept at Rs 1585 per equity share to Rs 1665 per equity share, and the Investors can bid for a minimum of 9 Equity Shares and in multiples of 9 Equity Shares thereafter.

*Dr. Niyati Mahesh Mhatre Achieves Milestone, Officially Earning Master of Surgery in Obstetrics & Gynaecology*

MUMBAI / PUNE — In a proud and inspiring milestone for aspiring healthcare professionals, Dr. Niyati Mhatre has officially completed her post-graduate medical specialization, earning her Master of Surgery (MS) degree in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBGY).

The achievement marks the culmination of years of rigorous clinical residency, academic dedication, and front-line maternal healthcare service.

Obstetrics and Gynaecology is widely recognized as one of the most demanding clinical disciplines in modern healthcare, requiring round-the-clock emergency obstetric care, surgical acumen, and compassionate patient handling. Throughout her training, Dr. Mhatre actively engaged in bedside patient management, labour room duties, and critical neonatal transitions.

Family members, colleagues, and well-wishers took to social media to celebrate her success, expressing heartfelt emotions over her journey. "Today is one of the proudest days of our lives. Seeing you becoming MS OBGY and living your dream is a blessing beyond words," read a tribute shared in her honour.

With maternal health and specialized women’s healthcare remaining top priorities in India's medical sector, the induction of dedicated young specialists like Dr. Niyati Mhatre reinforces the standard of care available to mothers and newborns alike.

RoyalSandurforaysintoMedicalDevicesandConsumables;RoyalSandur

MedTechleaseslandatAndhraPradeshMedTechZone,Visakhapatnam

The SandurManganese & IronOres Limited (‘SMIORE’ or ‘the Company’), the flagship companyof the Royal Sandur Group,has taken a decisive step towardsits forayinto the Medical Devices and Consumables business. Royal SandurMedTech Private Limited, awholly owned subsidiary of the Company,has taken land on a long-term lease at the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (‘AMTZ’), Visakhapatnam,India’spremiermedicaltechnologyparkwithcommonmanufacturingfacilitiesand scientific facilities.

Theleasedeedwas executedon 19October 2026between Royal Sandur MedTechPrivateLimited and Andhra PradeshMedTech ZoneLimited, theGovernment ofAndhraPradeshundertaking that owns and operates AMTZ, for setting up a manufacturing unit atAMTZ. Royal Sandur MedTech Private Limited has also taken office space at World Trade Center AMTZ to support project development. Key terms of the land lease are as follows:

Developedlandmeasuring6.2 acres(about25,090square metres),withroad,power,water and effluent infrastructure provided by AMTZ

Leasetenure of33 yearsfrom thedateof execution, withan exclusiveright toconvertthe leaseholdrights intofreeholdownershipafter 10 yearsfromthedateofcommissioningof business

This marks a concrete move by SMIORE towards new frontiers, as partof itscomprehensive diversificationstrategy.Furtherdetailsonthe capitalexpenditureplansandprojecttimelineswill be announced in due course.

Commentingonthedevelopment,BahirjiA.Ghorpade,ManagingDirector,SMIORE,said:

“Our diversification strategy is about building new engines of growth alongside our core mining and metals businesses. Medical Devices and Consumables sector offers considerable opportunities for domestic manufacturing to grow, and the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone, with its common manufacturing and scientific facilities, gives a new entrant the right platformtobuildcapabilities in a focused and capital-efficient manner. Securing this land is the first concrete step in this journey, andwe intend to pursue it with the same discipline that has defined our enterprise over seven decades.”

Welcoming Royal SandurMedTechto theecosystem,Dr. JitendraSharma, ManagingDirector & Founder CEO, Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ), said:

“We were pleased to welcome Royal Sandur MedTech to the AMTZ ecosystem. Their investment reflected the growing confidence of Indian industry in the nation’s medical technology manufacturing capabilities and reinforced AMTZ’s role as a catalyst for innovation, indigenous manufacturing, and globalcompetitiveness. Such collaborations continue toaccelerateIndia’s journey towards becoming a global hub for medical technology manufacturing and healthcare innovation.”

AboutTheSandurManganese &IronOresLimited

The Sandur Manganese& Iron Ores Limited(“SMIORE”) isoneofIndia’smost respected private sector merchantminers and commodity producerswithan operational track record spanning over seven decades. At present, the Company’s operations span over three business segments i.e., Mining(Manganese & Iron Ores), Ferroalloys, and Coke and Energy. Further, the Companyhas presence in specialty steel sector through its material subsidiaryRoyal Sandur Metals Private Limited, which is the leading independent SBQ players in the country. Together, these assets work in conjunction with eachother to leverage the benefits of being anintegrated Company.

AboutRoyalSandurGroup

AsSMIORE’s operationshavegrown acrossmining,ferroalloys, cokeandenergy, andsteel,the Companyhasadopted a unified Groupbrand name, ‘RoyalSandurGroup’, andits logo, to supportits long-termstrategic visionandenableit to explorediversebusinessopportunities.Thename carriesforward theCompany’s royal heritage and its enduring bond with Sandur, built over seven decades of enterprise. Under thisunified banner, each business entityretains its own focus while contributing to one corporate identity, presenting the organisation to customers, investors and communities as a single,integratedgroup.

Sahajanand Medical Technologies Limited’s IPO listed at Rs 371.15 on the exchange, reaches a high of Rs 409.95

Mumbai - October 23, 2026: Shares of Surat-based Sahajanand Medical Technologies Limited, the Company has built a strong clinical foundation for its flagship products – Supraflex Cruz, Hydra, Sironity Drug-coated PTCA Balloon, Pipit and Cocoon, supported by 75 clinical studies (comprising 66 completed studies and 09 ongoing studies), as of June 30, 2026, across diverse geographies and patient populations was listed at Rs 368.05 on the BSE with a premium of 7% to the IPO price.

The scrip reached a high of Rs 409.95 on the NSE, and Rs 409.95 on the BSE.

The scrip closed at Rs 377.65 on the NSE and Rs 375 on BSE.

As per NSE, the total quantity traded stood at 13.02 lakh shares, on BSE the total Quantity stood at 174 lakh shares. Total Turnover (BSE+NSE) on Day 1 stood at Rs 709.55 crore.

The Market Capitalisation of the Company at today’s closing price stood at Rs 3,844.28 crore as per BSE and Rs. 3,838.69 crore as per NSE.

The issue received bids of 13,84,72,771 equity shares against the offered 97,50,482 equity shares, according to data available on the stock exchanges.

Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB) and Retail Portion were subscribed 34.70 times and 3.03 times, respectively. Non-Institutional Investors (NII) portion was subscribed 14.64 times whereas the employee reserved portion subscribed 0.37 times.

About the Company

The Company was formed as a partnership firm in 1999, and thereafter incorporated as a joint stock company in 2001. The Company is a Class III and Class C/D medical devices company with a portfolio of technologically advanced medical devices across vascular and structural heart intervention. According to the report titled “Independent Market Research on Cardiovascular Devices Market” dated September 30, 2026, prepared and released by Frost & Sullivan (the “F&S Report”), the Company was the first in the world to receive a CE certification for a DES with a biodegradable polymer- based paclitaxel-eluting stent (Infinnium). Over the years, the Company has introduced several innovative products, driven by its focus on research and development and precision manufacturing capabilities enabling it to deliver quality products backed by clinical data, with a presence across 65 countries including India in the three months ended June 30, 2026 and 77 countries including India in Fiscal 2026.

It is a R&D-driven company engaged in the development of Class III and Class C/D medical devices, with an emphasis on vascular intervention (VI) and structural heart (SH). Its portfolio of VI products includes coronary intervention products such as coronary stents and coronary balloons, SH products include TAVI and occluders, and others including its own brand of renal stents, peripheral DCBs and other trading products.

Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Brings in More Users and Orders, with Buyer Growth Across Categories

Orders, units and buyers each grew about 20%-22% over last year

About 9 in 10 of India’s online shoppers visited Flipkart during the sale

Unique visitors up nearly 10%

Beauty, Grooming and General Merchandise buyers up 40%

Bengaluru, October 21, 2026: The Big Billion Days opened on October 9 with 1 in 15 of India’s online shoppers visiting Flipkart in the first hour. Over the 11 days that followed, about 9 in 10 of them did, with unique visitors up nearly 10% on last year. Orders, units and buyers each grew by about 20%-22% over last year.

The growth cut across cities, age groups and categories. Nearly half of buyers were Gen Z, about 60% came from Tier 2-plus cities, and Beauty, Grooming and General Merchandise buyers rose 40%. 

What India bought:

Beauty, Grooming and General Merchandise buyers rose 40% and Lifestyle buyers rose 12.5%. Large Appliances grew 30% year on year in the opening hour, and demand for big-ticket items ran at nearly 9 times a normal period through the sale. The festive basket spanned everyday self-care, fashion and big upgrades.

New customers on Flipkart Minutes rose 1.7 times compared with regular days. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Nagpur, Jabalpur and Meerut were among the fastest-growing Tier 2-plus markets, and customers bought well beyond daily essentials, including laptops, gaming tablets and air fryers.

Sellers and MSMEs:

31% of transacting sellers saw 2X growth over business as usual during the sale. Sellers from Tier 2-plus markets grew 2.15 times, with Bhiwadi, Panipat, Tirupur and Hisar growing 2.6 times, 2.5 times, 2.1 times and 2 times respectively.

The opening hour showed how deeply festive shopping online has taken root in India. Eleven days later, that has held across cities, categories and sellers.

About the Flipkart Group

The Flipkart Group is one of India’s leading digital commerce entities with a strong technology-first foundation and includes group companies Flipkart, Myntra, Flipkart Wholesale, Cleartrip, and super.money. Established in 2007, Flipkart has enabled millions of sellers, merchants, and small businesses to participate in India's digital commerce revolution. With a registered user base of more than 500 million, Flipkart’s marketplace offers over 150 million products across 80+ categories. Today, there are over 1.4 million sellers on the platform, including Shopsy sellers. With a focus on empowering and delighting every Indian by delivering value through technology and innovation, Flipkart has pioneered services such as Cash on Delivery, No Cost EMI, Easy Returns, and UPI payments. Beyond shopping, Flipkart continues to create jobs, empower entrepreneurs, and strengthen India’s digital economy. 

Falguni Pathak Brings the House Down at Alphonso Studios and TribeVibe Day 6 Amba Maa Celebrations at Jio World Convention Centre

The Amba Maa celebrations continued in grand style at the Jio World Convention Centre in BKC, Mumbai, as Alphonso Studios and TribeVibe brought another spectacular evening of music, devotion and high-energy Garba to the city on Day 6, featuring the iconic Garba Queen Falguni Pathak.*The Evening saw the presence of Priyanka Chaturvedi, Rupali Ganguly, Arjun Bijlani, Amyra Dastur, Jibraan Khan, Naila Grrewal, Manasi Parekh, Delnaaz Irani, Alpana Buch & Many More the evening brought together entertainment, music and tradition in a vibrant celebration of Navratri, capturing the festive fervour, cultural spirit and sense of togetherness that make the Amba Maa celebrations so special*. 

With Alphonso Studios and TribeVibe bringing the festivities to life, the evening celebrated the timeless appeal of Garba and its deep-rooted connection with the Amba Maa celebration. Falguni Pathak, synonymous with these festivities, added to the excitement with her much-loved songs, drawing enthusiastic participation from the crowd and creating an atmosphere filled with devotion, dance and festive cheer.

*Speaking about the occasion, the organisers said* , “ _Every day of the Amba Maa celebration holds a special significance, bringing people together through devotion, music and celebration. Garba is an emotion that connects us to our traditions and the blessings of Maa Amba. It was wonderful to celebrate this beautiful tradition through music and dance, surrounded by the enthusiasm and love of people. May Maa Amba bless everyone with happiness, positivity and prosperity.”_

The Day 6 Amba Maa celebration reflected the true spirit of the festivities, bringing together people from different walks of life through their shared love for Garba and devotion to Amba Maa. With Falguni Pathak’s electrifying performance adding to the festive fervour, the evening celebrated the cultural significance of the occasion and the traditions that make these nine days so special.

The celebrations at the Jio World Convention Centre continue to honour the spirit of the Amba Maa celebration through music, dance and devotion, making it a memorable gathering for Garba lovers and devotees alike.

Bajaj Broking Launches Algorithmic Trading Platform, Bringing Strategy Creation and Automated Execution Together

The web and app-based platform offers ready-made strategies, custom strategy-building tools and risk management features

Pune, October 13: Bajaj Broking, a full-service stockbroker, today announced the launch of its algorithmic trading platform, enabling users to access ready-made, exchange-registered strategies or build customised trading strategies using a range of technical indicators and predefined trading conditions.

The platform brings strategy discovery, customisation, automated execution and trade monitoring into a single interface. Users can explore available strategies, review their objectives, risk profile and margin requirements, and choose to subscribe based on their individual preferences and risk considerations.

For users looking to build their own strategies, the platform offers a strategy builder with configurable indicators, entry and exit conditions, execution parameters and position sizing. Users can define parameters such as trading direction, operating hours and trading days, and configure target, stop-loss and trailing stop-loss mechanisms in line with their strategy requirements.

Risk management is integrated into the platform through configurable controls at both strategy and account levels. Users can set maximum profit and loss thresholds, limit the number of trades for a strategy, and pause individual strategies or stop algorithmic trading through a dedicated stop control. The platform also provides a consolidated view of open positions, pending orders, trade history, execution details and strategy signals, enabling users to monitor activity and execution status.

Ready-made strategies include exchange-registered black-box strategies offered by SEBI-registered Research Analysts, while customised strategies are built using exchange-registered white-box indicators. Strategy information, applicable disclosures and consent requirements are presented as part of the subscription process.

Commenting on the launch, Anurag Misra, Chief Technology Officer, Bajaj Financial Securities Limited, said, "With this launch, we are expanding the range of tools available to users to participate in the markets with greater flexibility and control. By bringing ready-made strategies and custom strategy-building capabilities alongside risk management and trade monitoring, we aim to make rule-based trading more accessible, with clear visibility of their strategies' activity and execution. Our focus remains on building technology-led solutions with transparency and informed decision-making at the core of the experience."

The launch marks another step in Bajaj Broking's continued investment in its digital trading capabilities, supporting a more structured approach to market participation.

MEN OF PLATINUM EXPANDS ITS COLLECTION WITH NEW DESIGNS FOR EVERY EXPRESSION OF MODERN SUCCESS

 

Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India has unveiled a new Men of Platinum collection featuring chains, pendants, bracelets and rings designed for men at different stages of their journey. Endorsed by Rohit Sharma and Anirudh Ravichander in the brand's new campaign, the collection brings to life a central belief: enduring success is forged through character—the conviction to forge your own path, the resilience to keep moving forward, and the values that give achievement lasting meaning.

 

The collection broadens the world of Men of Platinum, bringing together bold, statement platinum jewellery with lighter, contemporary designs created for more frequent wear. Sculpted forms, geometric surfaces, interlocking links and considered contrasts of colour and finish create distinct expressions of personal style—from pieces that mark achievement and stature to those that become part of a man's identity.

 

Rohit Sharma’s composure and leadership speak to character & values that sustain success. Anirudh Ravichander’s self-belief and willingness to keep evolving speak to character that builds success. Their distinct journeys offer a way to connect the jewellery to the choices and values of the men who wear it. At the heart of every piece is platinum, a precious metal known for its ability to endure. It’s strength, naturally white colour provide the foundation for designs ranging from substantial statement pieces to refined everyday jewellery—each created to reflect the character of the man who wears it.

 

Rohit Sharma said: “Platinum is known for its enduring strength, and I think that makes it a powerful symbol of the character it takes to keep moving forward, no matter what comes your way. I have always believed that while success is important, how you get there matters just as much. The decisions you make under pressure, how you respond when things don’t go your way, and how you bring people along with you - that says a lot about who you are. That idea of character is something I connect with strongly in Men of Platinum.”

 

Anirudh Ravichander said: “For me, success has always been about believing in yourself, creating your own path and continuing to evolve. There will always be opinions about what you should do or who you should be, but having the conviction to stay true to yourself is what really matters. That idea of character is something I connect with strongly in Men of Platinum. Platinum is known for its enduring strength, and to me, that makes it a powerful symbol of the inner strength it takes to keep believing, creating and moving forward.

Vaishali Banerjee - Head of Global Market Development and Managing Director - India & ME, Platinum Guild International, said: “Men are wearing jewellery in more ways and at more moments in their lives. With this collection, we are extending Men of Platinum from statement pieces for established achievers to design-forward options for younger men developing their own sense of style. It is a wider expression of platinum’s place in the men’s jewellery category. The designs bring Men of Platinum’s values to life in a tangible way. Further, Rohit Sharma and Anirudh Ravichander – who are icons for a vast cross-section of Indian men today, wear pieces that speak to their different styles and journeys, while the collection as a whole connects platinum’s ability to endure. Its lasting strength speaks to the character behind enduring success.”