Navdeep credits SAI, JLN Stadium training facilities for Asian Para Games bronze
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Indian para-athlete Navdeep Singh has credited the training environment and support at the Sports Authority of Indias Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi for helping him prepare for the Asian Para Games 2026, where he won bronze in the mens javelin throw F40/F41 event. Navdeep, who finished fourth at the previous edition in 2022, said training alongside fellow Indian athletes at the stadiums main track helped him acclimatise to the competitive environment ahead of the Games in Aichi-Nagoya. India finished fourth in the overall standings with 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze, marking its best-ever performance at the continental para-sport event. Para-athletics accounted for 65 of the countrys medals, with 22 gold, 19 silver and 24 bronze. Most of us Asian Games-bound athletes, including me, did our preparations at the JLN Stadium for the Asian Games 2026, Navdeep said after his medal-winning performance. This allowed us to acclimatise and get the feel. Despite the ongoing (Indian Super League) football matches, they kept the Asian Games a priority, which I felt was quite impressive, and that supported me, he added. The Paris Paralympics gold medallist also highlighted the benefits of having access to the main track and dedicated training space, saying it allowed athletes to prepare without unnecessary interruptions or delays. Sprinters need an empty track, so they got a good chance to train inside it. I majorly train at the SAI Regional Centres (Bengaluru, Sonipat and Gandhinagar), where there is not much crowd and I dont have to wait for other athletes to finish their throws. This all happened here at the JLN Stadium too. I could focus on my preparations rather than focusing on rotations and waiting for my turn, Navdeep said, adding that he hoped to return to the facility next season. Navdeep was among 14 medallists at the Asian Para Games who trained at the JLN Stadium ahead of the competition. The group delivered a strong showing across track and field events, winning medals in multiple disciplines. Praveen Kumar won gold in the mens high jump T64, while Sandeep Kumar claimed the mens 400m T64 title with a world-record performance. Pranav Soorma triumphed in the mens club throw F51, and Rinku Hooda topped the mens javelin throw F46 event. Simran Sharma won gold in both the womens 100m and 200m T12, setting Games records in each race. The silver medallists from the training group included Manjeet in the mens javelin F12/F13, Nimisha Chakkungalparambil in the womens long jump T47, Varun Singh Bhati in the mens high jump T63, Preeti Pal in the womens 100m and 200m T35, and Ajeet Singh Yadav in the mens javelin F46. Sandeep Kumar also won bronze in the mens 100m T44, while Sandip Sanjay Sargar secured a bronze in the mens javelin combined-classification event. Anubhav Choudhary finished third in the mens 100m T35, alongside Navdeeps bronze in the javelin. More than 50 other para-athletes also train at the SAI JLN Stadium, which continues to serve as a training base for athletes across disciplines.
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New Zealand T20I: India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar said having no expectations from himself and focusing on the work at hand helped him navigate his four-year absence from international cricket, adding that his preparation never suffered despite being away from the national team. Bhuvneshwar returned to the national setup after a four-year absence earlier this month when he was called up for the fifth T20I against the West Indies in Bengaluru as a replacement for injured Arshdeep Singh. However, the match got abandoned due to rain. He finally got to bowl in the 1st T20I against New Zealand. Speaking in a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the experienced pacer said the key to his approach over the last three to four years had been staying in the present rather than worrying about the future. The headspace I am in is very simple. I have no expectations of myself. I think thats how things worked out for me in the last 3-4 years. No expectations; just keep doing your work. Generally, we talk about being present; we dont think about the future. I think thats the headspace I am in right now. And that has happened in the last 3-4 years, he said. The 36-year-old said his time away from international cricket had brought maturity and that he had not spent the period actively chasing a comeback. I know I didnt play for the country. But the things I did and the maturity that came in me as a person. I think thats what he taught me: just be in the present, he said. Four years, I never chased this Indian jersey. So honestly, I didnt even know when those four years would come. I think it evolved big time, and I think IPL has a big role in that. The pacer credited the Indian Premier League (IPL) and domestic cricket for keeping him connected to the game during his international absence. He said he had continued to prepare thoroughly for matches despite not knowing whether another India opportunity would come his way. The last two IPLs were like when I went to IPL; there were zero expectations. I had zero expectations from myself either. But it wasnt like I didnt prepare. I did all the preparation needed to prepare. From fitness to skills and mental aspects, I did all that. But yes, there was zero expectation as to what I would do, he said. Of course, I had to contribute for the team. But I never thought that I would go to IPL like this. That I would get two IPL titles in two years. Bhuvneshwar believes the IPL has also helped him understand the changing demands of T20 cricket, in which batters have become more aggressive and high scores are increasingly common. I know there is an impact player. But that impact player has opened up the batsmans mindset a lot. They go after the ball from the first ball, he said. But I have always believed that we take bowlers as victims. But they are not. I think being a bowler, you can control the game. You can want them to hit where we want. So I think its just a perspective. What we have to do is being a bowler, he added. He added that the game had changed significantly in recent years, not just in franchise cricket but also at the international level. 100%. The game has evolved a lot in the last four years. Not just league cricket. Even international cricket. The way the score is being made. 200 is just a sparse score. When it becomes 200, I think there is something. But yes, it evolved big time, he said. The experienced pacer also highlighted the challenges of playing overseas, particularly in SENA countries, where conditions can be difficult for both batters and bowlers. No, its not a big deal. Because we are a young group. We have been playing for many years. But everyone else is young, he said. When you come on an away tour, its tough. The conditions are different. Generally, we come with expectations. That maybe we will get something from a fast bowler. But for the last four to five years, the way we have been seeing the white ball format, even on Mondays. There is not much support for bowlers, he added. He said conversations among bowlers generally centred on assessing conditions and identifying the best way to execute their plans. Whenever we talk, we talk about very basic things. What are the conditions? What can we do? But what I have realised is that T20 has become such a format where you need a lot of maturity as a bowler, he said. Bhuvneshwar added that winning overseas tournaments brings a special sense of satisfaction and could help build confidence across formats. Whenever we come on a tour, the biggest mindset is to win there. Especially when we come to SENA countries. Its not easy. Whether you are a bowler or a batsman, there are some challenges. And winning in such countries gives you a lot of satisfaction. That you came there, performed, contributed and won the tournament, he said. Reflecting on Indias opening win in the New Zealand T20I series, he said a successful start could have a positive impact on the teams confidence for the remainder of the tour. Whenever we come on a tour, the biggest mindset is to win there. Especially when we come to SENA countries. Its not easy. Whether you are a bowler or a batsman, there are some challenges. And winning in such countries gives you a lot of satisfaction. That you came there, performed, contributed and won the tournament, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has urged External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday to intervene urgently to ensure the safe and early repatriation of over 600 Umrah pilgrims from Karnataka stranded in the holy cities of Makkah and Madina in Saudi Arabia amid the escalating security situation in the Middle East. In a letter to Jaishankar, Shivakumar said the suspension of return flights to Bengaluru and other parts of India had left the pilgrims in difficult circumstances, with many facing severe hardships due to disruptions in air services. He said the Chairman of the Karnataka State Haj Committee and his team, who recently visited the holy cities, had also reported that several pilgrims were experiencing serious difficulties. Many had exhausted their financial resources and were struggling to meet basic needs, including food and accommodation. Reports indicated that hotels were asking pilgrims to vacate their rooms, leaving several people, including elderly persons, women and children, in a particularly vulnerable situation, he said. Shivakumar noted that temporary assistance being provided by Indian and Karnataka voluntary organisations in the region was insufficient to meet the needs of all those affected. Emphasising the humanitarian urgency, the Chief Minister urged the External Affairs Minister to ensure that the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General of India in Jeddah coordinate with the Saudi Arabian authorities, airlines and other relevant agencies to assess the situation and make immediate arrangements for the safe return of the stranded pilgrims. He also requested the Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate special flights wherever necessary and ensure adequate interim assistance to the pilgrims until they return to India. Given the vulnerability of those stranded and the difficulties they were experiencing, Shivakumar requested the Ministry to accord the matter the highest priority and initiate the necessary steps without delay. He said the Karnataka government was ready to extend all necessary cooperation to facilitate the safe and early return of the affected pilgrims.
Goa Aces JA Racings Luviwe Sambudla dominates F4 Indian Championship round 3 to take points lead
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 23 (IANS) The Madras International Circuit in Chennai witnessed thrilling wheel-to-wheel battles, dramatic recoveries and a historic breakthrough as round 3 of the F4 Indian Championship, part of the Indian Racing Festival 2026, delivered three action-packed races on October 22 and 23. Goa Aces JA Racings Luviwe Sambudla emerged as the weekends standout performer, claiming two victories and a third-place finish to take the championship lead, while 15-year-old Aaron Mehta of Kolkata Royal Tigers made history by becoming the youngest race winner in the championships history. Sambudla turned a five-point deficit into a 21-point championship advantage, moving to 138 points ahead of Kichchas Kings Bengalurus Aris Kyriakou on 117. Across the 3.717-kilometre circuit, Sambudla showcased exceptional pace and racecraft, winning the opening two races from sixth on the grid before completing his weekend on the podium. Speed Demons Delhis Ntiyiso Mabunda was equally impressive, finishing second in all three races, while Mehta delivered a composed performance under pressure to secure his maiden victory in the final race. The 16-driver field, representing eight franchise teams, arrived in Chennai with Kyriakou leading the standings after a consistent run of podium finishes. However, challenging wet-weather conditions and fiercely contested battles quickly changed the complexion of the title fight. The opening race saw Kyriakou take the early lead, with Mehta initially keeping pace and Sambudla making up two places on the opening lap. As the wet conditions tested the field, Sambudla worked his way past Mehta for second before capitalising on a loss of rear grip from Kyriakou on lap nine to seize the lead. Ntiyiso Mabunda, who started tenth for Speed Demons Delhi, produced an impressive recovery drive, overtaking Mehta and Kyriakou to move into second, while Goa Aces JA Racings Aryan Narola also joined the fight at the front. With rain returning to the circuit, Sambudla pulled clear to win by 9.606 seconds, setting the fastest lap in 1:48.647. Ntiyiso Mabunda completed a remarkable climb from tenth to second, with Narola finishing third. Mehta crossed the line fourth, while Kyriakou had to settle for fifth. Speed Demons Delhis Krishay Gutte finished sixth as the highest-placed Indian driver. The result handed Sambudla a 10-point championship lead and shifted the momentum decisively in his favour. Sambudla carried that form into the second race, once again starting sixth under the reverse-grid format. Working his way through the field, the Goa Aces JA Racing driver secured his second consecutive victory in 33:22.590 after 13 laps, but the contest proved considerably closer. Ntiyiso Mabunda maintained the pressure throughout, finishing just 1.211 seconds behind the winner, while Sambudla recorded the fastest lap in 1:50.071. Ntiyiso Mabundas second consecutive runner-up finish underlined his consistency, while Kyriakou recovered to third for Kichchas Kings Bengaluru after his difficult opening race. Narola maintained fourth for Goa Aces JA Racing, followed by Gutte of Speed Demons Delhi, who again led the Indian contingent, and Mehta in sixth for Kolkata Royal Tigers. With the top six separated by just 5.414 seconds, the race highlighted the increasingly competitive nature of the field. Sambudlas second victory extended his championship advantage over Kyriakou to 14 points heading into the final race. The weekends defining moment came in the third race, as Mehta converted pole position into a breakthrough victory. The Kolkata Royal Tigers teenager held his nerve through a race punctuated by incidents, a red flag and a safety car intervention before resisting a late charge from Ntiyiso Mabunda to win by just 0.546 seconds. Mehta initially retained the lead as Narola of Goa Aces JA Racing challenged strongly through the opening corners. However, the slippery conditions soon caught several drivers out, with Kyriakou of Kichchas Kings Bengaluru running wide into the grass and becoming stranded in a deep puddle, while Swarnav Das of Kolkata Royal Tigers also slid off the circuit. The incidents prompted a red flag to allow the stranded cars to be recovered, with the field subsequently resuming behind the safety car. Kyriakou and Das were forced to restart from the back of the field, while Narola resumed in 13th. Following the restart, Mehta gradually established a lead of approximately 1.5 seconds over Sambudla. However, the retirement of Hyderabad Blackbirds Bhuvan Bonu, who had been running fourth, brought out the safety car and erased the advantage. As the race approached its conclusion, Ntiyiso Mabunda closed rapidly on Mehta, setting up a tense final-lap battle. The Speed Demons Delhi driver looked for a way through, but Mehta defended his position to secure his first championship victory and make history at just 15 years of age. Ntiyiso Mabunda finished second for the third consecutive time in Chennai, while Sambudla secured third to cap his double-win campaign. Das recovered from the back of the field to finish fourth for Kolkata Royal Tigers, ahead of Godspeed Kochis Mahlori Mabunda in fifth. Kyriakou mounted a recovery drive from 16th to sixth, while Kichchas Kings Bengalurus Enzo Rujugiro finished seventh. Narola climbed to eighth and recorded the fastest lap of the race in 1:39.676. The weekend also tested the resilience of the wider field, with Ahmedabad Apex Racers Mathias Alexander Forland retiring after one lap in the opening race. Godspeed Kochis Lily-May Watkins and Hyderabad Blackbirds Janine Wermuth also encountered difficulties in the wet conditions, highlighting the fine margins that shaped the three races. The Chennai round has significantly reshaped the championship battle, with Sambudla moving from five points behind Kyriakou to a 21-point lead after winning twice and finishing on the podium in all three races. Ntiyiso Mabundas three consecutive second-place finishes highlighted his consistency, while Mehtas historic maiden win added another milestone to a weekend defined by close racing, challenging weather and determined recovery drives. With the championship continuing into its next round, Sambudla leaves Chennai firmly in control of the standings, while Kyriakou faces the task of closing the gap. Mehta, meanwhile, emerges as one of the weekends breakthrough performers after converting his pace into a landmark victory for Kolkata Royal Tigers. Speed Demons Delhis Shahan Ali Mohsin converted pole position into victory in a closely contested opening race of the Indian Racing League (IRL) at the Madras International Circuit, holding off Goa Aces JA Racings Raoul Hyman by just 0.506 seconds over eight laps. Mohsin completed the race in 18:32.970 and recorded the fastest lap of 1:36.354, while Hyman charged from fourth on the grid to finish second. Chennai Turbo Riders Shane Chandaria completed the podium 2.690 seconds behind the winner, while Hyderabad Blackbirds Mohammed Ryan recovered from seventh to fourth. Kichchas Kings Bengalurus Emil Heyerdahl finished fifth, while Chennai Turbo Riders Sai Shiva Sankaran crossed the line sixth after starting third. Speed Demons Delhi also placed Sachel Rotge seventh following an impressive recovery from 11th, giving the team two drivers in the top seven. The top eight finished within 8.523 seconds of the winner, underlining the close competition in the opening IRL encounter.
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Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) Member Siddaramaiah on Friday named a journalist and Congress leader, Krupa Alva of Mangaluru, as those allegedly behind the sting operation, describing it as a systematic conspiracy to blackmail him and tarnish his image through false allegations. Speaking to the media at the Suttur branch mutt in Mysuru, Siddaramaiah, who filed a complaint in the case, said the matter had come to his notice in September this year. A journalist and Krupa Alva of Mangaluru have joined hands to carry out this operation. I voluntarily lodged a complaint with the police so that the truth would come out before the public. There is no substance in the allegations, and they are completely far from the truth, he said. He said he had approached the court to prevent the spread of false allegations and a smear campaign against him. Siddaramaiah said no such incidents had occurred during his eight-year tenure as Chief Minister and that he had never faced such baseless allegations during his long political career. Such blackmail tactics are being employed in the present political system. I have committed no wrongdoing. Since I have done nothing wrong, I do not need anyones moral support, nor is there any need for anyone to stand by me, he said. Taking a swipe at those allegedly seeking political mileage from the controversy, he said some people were making statements for political gains and were free to continue doing so. However, he maintained that the investigation should establish who was behind the alleged conspiracy. Only after the investigation will it be known whether people from within our own party or those from the Opposition were involved. I have complete faith in the governments investigation. There is no need for an SIT or any other high-level probe, he said. Siddaramaiah asserted that the alleged conspiracy would not succeed in achieving its intended objective. The case, which appeared to have lost momentum over the past two or three days, has taken a fresh turn following the allegations by Siddaramaiahs son, Yathindra Siddaramaiah, that leaders from within the Congress were behind the sting operation. Karnataka Minister for Urban Development Yathindra Siddaramaiah on Friday morning alleged that insiders had carried out the sting operation involving his father, former Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee member Siddaramaiah, to tarnish his image, destroy his 40-year political legacy and blackmail him. He said the investigation would establish whether the people seen in the video had acted on their own or at someone else's behest. Speaking to the media, Yathindra said the video purportedly showed the involvement of some Congress leaders and a senior media person, making it necessary to investigate the circumstances under which the sting operation was carried out. This sting operation has been carried out to tarnish his image, destroy his legacy and blackmail him. Of course, the video indicates the involvement of our own party leaders and a media head. The investigation should establish whether they did it themselves or whether someone else asked them to do it, he said. However, Yathindra said he did not suspect anyone in particular and maintained that the investigation should establish the facts. Asked about the alleged involvement of Congress leaders, he said the reference was to a woman leader whose involvement was purportedly indicated in the video. According to him, she had reportedly spoken about seeking a Congress ticket to contest from the Puttur Assembly constituency. Prima facie, it appears that the sting operation may have been carried out for that reason. But we cannot say that the entire party conspired against us just because one party worker was involved, he said.
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If Congress had not existed, India would not have been able to get a democratic system: Karnataka CM
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, on Friday described Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, as a leader whom the entire world is looking towards, stating that foreign leaders and universities frequently invite him. He also highlighted his party's historical contribution to India's democratic system by stating that if the Congress had not existed, the country would not have been able to get a democratic system. CM Shivakumar made the remarks while responding to media queries at Taj West End in Bengaluru about the BJP's criticism of LoP Rahul Gandhi's frequent foreign visits. Rahul Gandhi is the Leader of the Opposition. Many foreign leaders and universities invite him. Rahul Gandhi is a leader whom the entire world is looking towards, CM Shivakumar said. Responding to criticism that the Congress was attempting to politically elevate Rahul Gandhi, the Chief Minister highlighted the party's historical contribution to India's democratic system. The Congress party has a great history. If the Congress had not existed, this country would not have been able to get a democratic system. Even the Prime Minister knows this. We should not forget our roots. If we forget our roots, we will not succeed, he said. CM Shivakumar further asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi occupies his position today because the Congress established a democratic system in the country. Since the Congress party gave the country a democratic system, the Prime Minister is sitting in that position today, he added. His remarks came days after a political controversy erupted after a viral video from an INDIA Bloc 'March for Democracy' protest in New Delhi showed LoP Rahul Gandhi navigating a dense, jostling crowd and appearing to push or nudge peopleincluding D.K. Shivakumaras security personnel attempted to clear a path in the pressing multitude. The incident occurred during an Opposition protest march in New Delhi on October 12 towards the Supreme Court against the Chief Election Commissioner and concerns over electoral integrity of the Special Intensive Revision exercise. BJP leadersincluding Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya and party spokespersons, accused LoP Gandhi of arrogance and showing a sense of entitlement. CM Shivakumar denied being pushed or insulted by LoP Gandhi, dismissing the claims as BJP misinformation. He described their bond as one of rust, affection and family and urged the public not to misinterpret a brief 10-second clip, redirecting focus to the protest's core issues.
Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: What We Know About Timings, Fare And Route
The 16-coach train is expected to offer 823 berths across AC three-tier, AC two-tier and first-class accommodation, although the final schedule and fares are yet to be officially announced.
Polish PM Tusk seeks deeper tech, AI and space ties with India
During a recent meeting, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called for strengthened collaboration with India, zeroing in on advancements in AI and space technology. He pointed out potential synergies in manufacturing automation and data analysis. Karnataka's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar invited Polish participation in the 2027 Global Investors Meet, stressing the importance of joint ventures in renewable energy and advanced manufacturing, given Bengaluru's pivotal role in tech innovation.
Infosys posts flat PAT at Rs 7,823 crore, trims FY27 revenue growth guidance
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) IT major Infosys on Friday posted a flat sequential growth in net profit at Rs 7,823 crore for Q2 FY27 against Rs 7,769 crore in the previous quarter with reducing FY27 revenue growth guidance to between 1 per cent and 2 per cent. The Bengaluru-headquartered IT firms revenue from operations increased 2.14 per cent quarter-on-quarter to Rs 49,244 crore in Q2 FY27. On a year-on-year basis, net profit rose 6.2 per cent from Rs 7,364 crore, while revenue increased 11 per cent from Rs 44,490 crore in Q2 FY26. The growth was driven by demand pick-up from energy and utility clients and higher spending by businesses on artificial intelligence services. In terms of guidance, the firm has pegged revenue growth at 1 per cent to 2 per cent in constant currency for FY27, against 1.5 per cent to 3 per cent earlier. The guidance for operating margin is 20 per cent to 22 per cent, according to the IT company. Apart from earnings, the company declared an interim dividend of Rs 26 per share, with November 3, 2026, as the record date and November 11, 2026, as the payout date. We had strong large deals of $5.2 billion, including a mega deal of over $2 billion, reinforcing our position as a trusted partner in the marketplace when clients embark on large and complex transformation programs. Our AI revenue was at 10.5 per cent and grew 29 per cent quarter-on-quarter, said CEO and MD Salil Parekh. As enterprises move to AI adoption at scale, the strong growth in AI revenues is a recognition of our differentiated market positioning and client confidence. We are advising some of the largest global enterprises on their AI strategy and continue to invest in deep domain and technology capabilities, he added. On the employee front, the company's total headcount stood at 332,542 as of September 30 a jump of 1.36 per cent from 328,062 in the previous quarter and 0.16 per cent from 331,991 a year ago. In addition, voluntary attrition on a last twelve months basis eased to 12.7 per cent from 13 per cent in Q1 FY27 and 14.3 per cent a year ago. Women employees constituted 39.8 per cent of the workforce, marginally up from 39.6 per cent last quarter and 39.5 per cent a year ago, according to the companys exchange filing. Shares of Infosys on Friday settled flat at Rs 1,154.50 on the BSE.
Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Launch Expected Next Month. Check Details
Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat sleeper train launch expected next month with 16 coaches and faster travel time.
Flexi workspace cos expand solar capacity
Large and listed managed workspace providers are scaling up their green energy efforts by launching their own solar farms in addition to installing rooftop solar panels nationwide.IndiQube has more than 30 megawatt of operational solar capacity and is targeting nearly 30 MW of additional capacity in this financial year, while Table Space has invested in captive solar capacity of about 3.8 MWp across Karnataka and Maharashtra.WeWork India plans to develop a 10 MWp (DC) ground-mounted solar power plant in Karnataka, part of its goal to transition towards 100% renewable electricity by March 2028.Our near-term ambition is to transition the IndiQube portfolio to 100% green power, with renewable capacity growing alongside our workplace footprint. We see solar investment and green building transformation as complementary: improve how efficiently a building operates while changing the source of the energy it consumes, said Rishi Das, co-founder and CEO of IndiQube.Managed space platforms have a natural advantage, as they can aggregate energy demand across both centres and customers. This creates the necessary scale to move from individual rooftop installations to larger solar farms, making green power accessible to enterprises without the need for each one to build its own infrastructure.A majority of our centres are located in leased buildings, and rooftop solar alone cannot meet the power requirements of a large office campus, said Table Space president and co-CEO Kumal Mehra. Our recent investment in captive solar is structured to create additionality in the market. Under this model, we take an equity stake in an off-site solar project and receive its power through open access. Where roof space permits, we supplement this with on-site solar, and we also use renewable energy certificates.As of March 31, Table Spaces portfolio spans 11.46 million sq ft across 176 facilities and 84 centres in nine cities, and many of its enterprise clients have made their own net-zero commitments. They increasingly expect the workspaces they occupy to be powered by clean energy.The WeWork India plant is targeted for commissioning in this financial year and is expected to generate about 15-16 million units of clean electricity annually. Once operational, it is expected to increase the share of renewable electricity across the companys portfolio to about 50% from nearly 40% at present.Nearly 80% of the plants output will support WeWork Indias operations, including 10 centres in Bengaluru. The remaining 20% of the plants output will be used for its future growth.Bengaluru is our largest market, making it the natural starting point for an investment of this scale. As we grow, we want a greater share of that growth to be powered by clean energy, but we also want sustainability to make strong business sense, WeWork India managing director and CEO Karan Virwani said earlier. Building our own renewable generation capacity allows us to do both - reduce the carbon footprint of our operations while creating greater certainty over energy costs for the next 25 years.IndiQubes operational footprint includes solar farms in Karnataka and Maharashtra, alongside more than 25 rooftop installations across the country. An upcoming solar farm in Tamil Nadu will extend this footprint further. Our next step is to take the same thinking from managed spaces into managed green power. What began as solving our own requirement has become an opportunity to help other enterprises make the same transition, Das said.Table Space, in partnership with Clean Max and AMPYR Energy, is expected to deliver more than 5 million units of renewable energy annually and avoid about 3,500 tonnes of emissions each year.These long-term investments can help us have greater predictability in energy costs and are expected to double the share of renewable energy in Table Spaces energy mix. These initiatives support our net-zero commitment and our commitment to set science-based targets through the Science Based Targets initiative, said Mehra.
Mysuru-Bengaluru highway blocked at toll plaza for two hours due to farmers protest
A large number of farmers led by Melukote MLA Darshan Puttannaiah and Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS) leader Badagalapura Nagendra gathered at the Toll Plaza.
Ex-India Pacer Parvinder Awana Named Chairman Of BCCI Junior Mens Selection Committee
Al Amerat Cricket Grounds: Former India pacer Parvinder Awana was on Friday appointed as chairman of the BCCI's junior mens selection committee, with Krishna Das, Rakesh Patel and N Arjun Yadav named as members of the panel. The appointments were made on the recommendation of the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), which screened and interviewed the applicants before finalising the names, the BCCI said in a media advisory. The fifth member of the committee will be appointed shortly, according to the advisory issued by BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia. Awana, who played two T20Is for India, had a productive first-class career for Delhi, claiming 191 wickets in 62 matches. The former fast bowler turned out for Delhi, India A and Rest of India, and also played in the IPL for Kings XI Punjab, now known as Punjab Kings. After hanging up his boots, Awana moved into coaching and has worked extensively in age-group cricket, with Delhi's U-16, U-19 and U-23 sides as well as the India U-19 team. Hes also currently the Delhi senior mens bowling coach and it means that he will have to relinquish the role to become the new India junior mens chief selector. He has also been involved in various high-performance programmes run by the BCCI and its Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. That previous experience of working closely with young players is expected to be valuable in his new role. Meanwhile, Das, a former fast bowler, represented Assam and Goa in domestic cricket and picked up 166 wickets in 49 first-class matches. He played for India U-19 and India A, and later served as bowling coach of the India U-19 side and of Uttarakhand's senior mens team. Patel, who represented Gujarat and Baroda, also played for India A and featured in the Duleep Trophy, Deodhar Trophy and Irani Trophy. He has coached both his former state sides across the U-19, U-23 and senior levels, and was head coach of the Baroda U-23 team in the 2025/26 season. Yadav, who played 83 first-class matches, was a member of India's U-19 World Cup-winning squad in 2000 and also represented India A. After his playing days with Hyderabad, he took up coaching and served as head coach of the Hyderabad senior and U-23 teams. He has been a BCCI match referee since 2022. Between them, the four members bring a mix of first-class experience and coaching know-how, with each having worked with junior or age-group sides in some capacity. Das and Yadav have both been part of the India U-19 mens set-up as players in the past. Yadav, who played 83 first-class matches, was a member of India's U-19 World Cup-winning squad in 2000 and also represented India A. After his playing days with Hyderabad, he took up coaching and served as head coach of the Hyderabad senior and U-23 teams. He has been a BCCI match referee since 2022. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India-Poland strategic partnership should translate into JVs: PM Donald Tusk
Poland PM Donald Tusk called for greater technological cooperation between India and Poland, while addressing the India-Poland Business Forum at Bengaluru
Mild earthquake of magnitude 3.0 hits villages in Bengaluru Rural; KSNDMC says no need to panic
The incident was reported on Friday at 9.01 am. According to the details shared by KSNDMC, the magnitude of the earthquake was 3.0 which was low and the tremors were experienced upto a radial distance of 20-30 kms.
Manja thread death: Ktaka Dy CM warns of stringent action, says reckless use can invite criminal charges Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara on Friday termed the death of Vidya Manjunath Gowdar of Hubballi, who lost her life after a sharp manja thread (glass-coated kite string) became entangled around her neck [] The post Manja thread death: Ktaka Dy CM warns of stringent action, says reckless use can invite criminal charges appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Sushma Verma Set To Hit A Jackpot In WPL Auction: Reema Malhotra
Trinbago Knight Riders: Senior wicketkeeper-batter Sushma Verma is poised for a big payday at the WPL 2027 auction, with UP Warriorz and Mumbai Indians likely to lock horns for her services, said former India player Reema Malhotra on Friday. With several franchises short of a home-grown wicketkeeper, the Indian wicketkeeper-batters are expected to be among the most coveted picks when the five teams finalise their squads at the auction in Kochi starting at 5:30pm on October 28. Sushma also turned out for Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) in this years Womens Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) when Yastika Bhatia left for India A commitments. Sushma Verma is going to hit the jackpot this time because Mumbai Indians, and UP Warriorz are looking at her in the trials. She has recently played in the CPL as well, and she brings experience. She performed well the whole season in domestic cricket as well. So, somewhere, I feel there is going to be a good fight between UP Warriorz and Mumbai Indians, but think she might go to UP Warriorz because Mumbai Indians have a budget issue, said Reema on JioStar. She also flagged young G Kamalini as one to watch, given that she offers the rare combination of left-handed batting, wicketkeeping and international exposure. Kamalini, though, may not be available for the entirety of WPL 2027 if shes picked in Indias squad for the U19 Womens T20 World Cup, happening in Nepal and Bangladesh. G. Kamalini is a young player, and now she also has international experience. She has not done much at the international level, but we all know about the talent she possesses. She would obviously be a much-improved player with the experience and quite a few teams need an Indian wicketkeeper-batter. You never know; Mumbai Indians might pick her up, DC also need an Indian wicketkeeper-batter, and UP Warriorz need one too. She is a left-hander who can bat in the top order as well as the middle order and if so many teams are looking for an Indian keeper, Kamalini could be a name to watch out for, she added. Former India batter Veda Krishnamurthy felt Royal Challengers Bengaluru might be tempted to bring back Australia captain Sophie Molineux, though her fitness record could weigh on their decision. You never know; Mumbai Indians might pick her up, DC also need an Indian wicketkeeper-batter, and UP Warriorz need one too. She is a left-hander who can bat in the top order as well as the middle order and if so many teams are looking for an Indian keeper, Kamalini could be a name to watch out for, she added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Woman dies after kite string slits throat in Karnataka
Hubballi: A 38-year-old woman died after a sharp kite string (Chinese manja) allegedly got entangled around her neck and slit her throat while she was riding a two-wheeler in Hubballi city, police said on Friday, October 23. The deceased was identified as Vidya Manjunath Gowdar, a resident of Bharat Nagar in Old Hubballi. She was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Polish PM Donald Tusk meets DK Shivakumar, Karnataka ministers in Bengaluru
Polish PM Donald Tusk visited Bengaluru with around 100 business leaders to explore partnerships with Karnataka. Poland is seeking stronger cooperation with India in IT and space, as bilateral trade rose from USD 1.95 billion in 2013 to USD 6.36 billion in 2025
Grace Harris Could Be Costliest Buy At WPL Auction If UP Warriorz Go For Her: Aakash Chopra
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Australias big-hitting batting all-rounder Grace Harris could walk away as the most expensive player at the WPL 2027 auction, with cash-rich UP Warriorz well placed to make a big play for her, said former India mens batter Aakash Chopra. All five franchises will look to fill the remaining slots in their squads at the auction starting at 5:30pm in Kochi on October 28, with Indian wicketkeeper-batters and overseas all-rounders expected to be the most sought-after. Teams can have a maximum of 18 players in their squad, including six from overseas. In all, 27 slots will be filled on the auction day, including seven overseas spots. Grace was a member of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team winning WPL 2026, where she made 237 runs in nine innings. I think Grace Harris would be the most expensive player at this smaller auction. Of course, in a small auction, the player availability is limited. Demand also won't be very high because most teams have held on to their main players. But I still feel that the kind of batter she is and contributes with the ball as well, she could be in demand. Who has the biggest purse? It is UP Warriorz once again. So, if the UP Warriorz are keen, I feel she could be the most expensive player at this auction, said Chopra to JioStar. Chopra also tipped Mumbai Indians to chase Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana, who was released by Delhi Capitals, citing a gap in the home-grown spin bowling options of the two-time champions. I am thinking Mumbai Indians could go for her because they lack Indian spinners. If you look at their track record, there has been a lot of focus on Hayley Matthews and Amelia Kerr in the spin department. One year, we saw Saika Ishaque do a very good job, but she is no longer part of the team. Chopra also tipped Mumbai Indians to chase Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana, who was released by Delhi Capitals, citing a gap in the home-grown spin bowling options of the two-time champions. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India-Poland strategic partnership should translate into JVs: Donald Tusk
India and Poland should move beyond traditional trade and deepen cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and aerospace, Poland Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday. Strategic partnership between the two countries should translate into joint ventures (JVs), the visiting leader said. Now it is time to translate these declarations into joint ventures, Tusk said, addressing the India-Poland Business Forum here. He called for greater technological cooperation between the two countries to strengthen their economies and help them access global markets. PM Tusk highlighted the city's role as a global technology and innovation hub. This place (Bengaluru) shows how investing in people, knowledge, and entrepreneurship can change the position of the entire economy, he added.
Todays Gold Rate in India October 23: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on October 23
M S Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru (MSRUAS) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 3 vacancies, including Research Associate and Field Investigator posts. Applications by email will be accepted till 30 October 2026.
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar invites Poland as partner for Global Investors Meet 2027
Mr. Shivakumar sats the State is keen to deepen bilateral cooperation in investment, technology, innovation and employment, building on Bengalurus technology ecosystem and Polands expertise in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and green energy
Kumaraswamy accuses K'taka govt of taking 'sting Op' lightly, warns against helping accused get bail
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy on Friday accused Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar of taking the alleged sting operation involving former CM and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah lightly, alleging that the police had issued summons to a key person in the case merely as a formality. Addressing a press conference at the Janata Dal (Secular) headquarters, JP Bhavan, in Bengaluru, Kumaraswamy alleged that a media person was involved in the sting operation video intended to tarnish Siddaramaiah's image. He questioned the state government's handling of the investigation and warned that the JD(S) would not remain silent if the government helped the person concerned secure anticipatory bail. Kumaraswamy's remarks came amid reports that Shivakumar had met AICC General Secretary (Organisation) and Congress MP K.C. Venugopal during his visit to Delhi on Thursday. The Chief Minister had reportedly said that the JD(S) was politicising the sting operation controversy. Responding to the allegation, Kumaraswamy said Shivakumar had visited Delhi to meet Union Ministers and raise various issues concerning Karnataka in the state's interest. However, he alleged that the Chief Minister had also met Congress high command leaders in connection with the ongoing controversy. Kumaraswamy referred to Shivakumar's explanation that Home Minister Priyank Kharge had also visited Venugopal's residence and that their presence there was coincidental. The Union Minister questioned the circumstances of the meetings and accused the Chief Minister of downplaying the alleged involvement of the media person. The issue is not whether the JD(S) is using this matter politically. The question is whether the truth will come out and justice will be done, Kumaraswamy said. He alleged that the objective of the sting operation was to damage Siddaramaiah's public image and claimed that the person involved was being treated leniently because of his proximity to the Chief Minister. He further alleged that the media person had easy access to Shivakumar. According to the information I have, the person was staying at the Radisson Hotel in Mysuru the day before yesterday, and they brought him in. Yesterday, summons were issued to him merely as a formality, Kumaraswamy alleged. The Union Minister also raised questions about the investigation and referred to senior IPS officer Ajay Hilori, who is heading the probe. Kumaraswamy referred to Hilori's alleged connection with the IMA ponzi scheme case and questioned the circumstances surrounding the appointment of the same lawyer, who had fought his case earlier, by the person seeking anticipatory bail in the sting operation case. Kumaraswamy alleged that the sting operation controversy was aimed at tarnishing Siddaramaiah's image and said the government must ensure that the investigation proceeded fairly. He warned that the JD(S) would not remain silent if the government remained passive and facilitated the accused in obtaining bail. I am warning the government. If it remains silent and helps him secure bail in the anticipatory bail petition he has filed, we will not sit quietly, he said. Rejecting allegations that the sting operation was a JD(S) conspiracy, Kumaraswamy questioned the Congress leadership's response to the controversy and defended Siddaramaiah's political stature. Who else is there in the Congress party, apart from Siddaramaiah, who is such a tall leader? Siddaramaiah has been forced to sit at home, and now they claim that this is a JD(S) conspiracy. Who else can bring votes apart from Siddaramaiah? You were saved because of him, he alleged. Kumaraswamy also anticipated questions about why he was speaking in support of Siddaramaiah despite their political rivalry. You may ask why I am speaking in favour of Siddaramaiah. Yes, I have fought against him, he said, maintaining that the issue should not be dismissed as political manoeuvring and that the allegations required a serious investigation.
India-Poland strategic partnership should translate into JVs, says PM Tusk
Poland Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the importance of moving beyond traditional trade with India. He advocated for deeper cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence, and aerospace between the two countries. Tusk also highlighted Bengaluru's significant role as a global technology and innovation hub. He called for translating declarations of strategic partnerships into joint ventures to strengthen economies. These initiatives aim to enhance access to global markets and foster economic growth.
Karnataka ready to deepen ties with Poland in AI, aerospace and pharmaceuticals: CM DK Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday said the state was ready to strengthen business and technological cooperation with Poland in areas including artificial intelligence (AI), aerospace, pharmaceuticals, research and innovation, as Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk visited Bengaluru leading a delegation of around 100 business leaders. Speaking to the media after meeting Tusk, Shivakumar said the visit offered significant opportunities for Karnataka to attract international investments and expand cooperation with Polish companies. One thing we should be very proud of is that all our young leaders and senior businessmen have made Karnataka proud. The Prime Minister is coming here for the second time. He's one of the longest-serving prime ministers there. And now he's in the European Union. And for great business opportunities, they have come here, Shivakumar said. The Chief Minister said he had returned from Delhi on Thursday and held discussions with industry representativ...
Multiple SpiceJet flights delayed at Bengaluru airport, passengers face hours of waiting
Three domestic services connecting Bengaluru with Kolkata and Mumbai were affected, with delays extending into the early hours of the following day.
The court restrained Mundhra, his servants, agents, representatives and persons acting on his behalf or in concert with him from creating, publishing, uploading, telecasting, broadcasting, printing, circulating or otherwise disseminating allegedly defamatory statements or imputations concerning the company.
Cybercrime Crackdown: 4 Held, 320-SIM Slots Seized in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Karnataka Polices Cyber Command has arrested four people for their alleged involvement in a cybercrime network operating from two apartments in Bengaluru, suspected to be linked to digital arrest scams, sextortion and other financial frauds. The police seized 10 SIM box devices with a combined capacity of 320 SIM connections during raids at two [] The post Cybercrime Crackdown: 4 Held, 320-SIM Slots Seized in Bengaluru appeared first on Northlines .
CM Shivakumar meets Polish PM Donald Tusk; invites Poland as partner for Global Investors Meet 2027
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar held bilateral talks with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk at a private hotel in Bengaluru on Friday. Polish PM Tusk and his delegation arrived in Bengaluru from Delhi on Thursday night to participate in various programmes. Shivakumar invited Poland to participate as a country partner in the states Global Investors Meet 2027, while highlighting a proposed investment of Rs 80 crore by a Polish business group that could generate around 1,000 jobs in Karnataka. The meeting between Shivakumar and PM Tusk was attended by Polish Finance Minister Andrzej Domaski and senior Polish government officials. Karnataka Minister for Heavy and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development M.B. Patil, IT-BT and Home Minister Priyank Kharge, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Tushar Giri Nath, and Industries and Commerce Department Principal Secretary S. Selvakumar were also present. It is a pleasure to welcome the Honble Prime Minister of Poland, Mr Donald Tusk, and the distinguished Polish delegation to Bengaluru, Karnatakas global hub for technology, innovation and entrepreneurship, Shivakumar said at a meeting with the Polish Prime Minister at Taj West End here. Inviting Poland to partner with Karnataka at the Global Investors Meet 2027, Shivakumar said the state was keen to deepen bilateral cooperation in investment, technology, innovation and employment, building on Bengalurus technology ecosystem and Polands expertise in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and green energy. Karnataka has considerable scope for further Polish investment, particularly in medical products, healthcare and advanced manufacturing, he said, adding that the state was keen to attract investments that bring new technologies, strengthen local industries, create quality employment and support exports. Highlighting the existing cooperation between Karnataka and Poland, Shivakumar referred to the Letter of Intent signed with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Katowice and Kato.hub to promote collaboration in artificial intelligence, gaming and deep-tech innovation, including the proposed Karnataka-Katowice Digital and Gaming Corridor. The initiative is expected to create opportunities for startups, technology companies and research institutions from both sides to collaborate, develop new technologies and expand into each others markets. Shivakumar also encouraged Polish technology companies to explore Bengalurus opportunities in artificial intelligence, software, gaming, robotics, smart manufacturing and startup innovation. He called for stronger partnerships in research, education and technology transfer to generate skilled employment. Pointing to the potential for deeper business ties, he cited Infosyss nearly 20-year presence in Poland as an example of the opportunities for greater India-Poland technology cooperation. He said Karnataka would work to facilitate Polish investments in Bengaluru while supporting companies from the state in exploring opportunities in Poland. The Chief Minister identified renewable energy, waste-to-energy, sludge management, wastewater treatment and circular economy solutions as promising areas for cooperation, drawing on Polish expertise to advance Karnatakas environmental priorities and sustainable industrial development. He also invited Polish companies to explore partnerships in information technology, software services, pharmaceuticals and research and development. Companies were encouraged to consider investment and technology collaboration in Karnatakas energy, petrochemical and advanced manufacturing sectors. Emphasising that investment opportunities extended beyond Bengaluru, Shivakumar urged Polish companies to explore Karnatakas districts and take advantage of the states industrial ecosystem.
India's healthcare GCCs to generate 67,000 jobs in 2026: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Demand for specialised midcareer professionals in Indias healthcare global capability centres is rising sharply with about 93 per cent of 67,000 projected job openings in 2026 seeking candidates with three to 12 years of experience, a report said on Friday. The report from Quess Corp said that GCC healthcare hiring nearly doubled in 2025 as demand surged 97.5 per cent from 32,000 roles in 2024 to 63,200. AI is expected to be the fastest-scaling capability in healthcare GCCs and its penetration could rise from about 60 per cent of centres today to 8090 per cent by 2030 as it moves into clinical, R&D, operations and product workflows. Hiring nearly doubled last year, and demand for AI and data talent has risen almost 150 per cent since 2023. Yet the defining issue is the talent gap, said Kapil Joshi, CEO, Quess IT Solutions. Indias healthcare GCC ecosystem now comprises 155 GCC organisations employing roughly 3.2 lakh professionals. The report added that the nature of hiring is shifting from traditional support functions to specialised roles in AI, data analytics, clinical research and regulatory affairs. The report also highlighted a growing talent crunch in these areas, with the availability of professionals struggling to keep pace with hiring requirements. Demand for Data, Analytics & AI roles rose 147.3 per cent between 2023 and the 2026 forecast, from 1,781 to 4,404 positions. Regulatory, quality & compliance demand more than doubled to 6,147, while R&D, clinical development, biometrics & statistics demand rose 82.5 per cent to 5,421 roles. Despite an installed workforce of approximately 3.2 lakh professionals, specialist talent availability remains constrained. The report identified supply-to-demand ratios of just 1.6:1 in both data, analytics & AI and market access, patient services & analytics, compared with an overall workforce-to-annual-demand ratio of 4.8:1. The report noted that experienced professionals dominate hiring as fresher demand weakens. Nearly 38,391 of the 67,000 job openings are for professionals with 37 years of experience, while another 23,856 are for those with 712 years of experience. Entry-level hiring demand declined 12.4 per cent year-on-year in Q2 2026, even as overall quarterly hiring demand increased 6 per cent. Bengaluru and Hyderabad continue to anchor India's healthcare GCC ecosystem, together accounting for 62.2 per cent of the existing workforce and 58.4 per cent of projected hiring demand in 2026. Bengaluru leads with an installed talent base of 1.09 lakh professionals and projected demand for 23,600 roles, driven by technology, digital health, AI and medical-device engineering.
ED Raids 13 Sites in Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Chandigarh Over NRI Loan Fraud
The entities covered in the search operation are Antriksh Promoters and Developers Pvt Ltd and Sunshine Infrawell Pvt Ltd, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act
ED Raids 13 Locations in NRI Housing Loan Fraud Probe
NEW DELHI, Oct 23: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday conducted searches at 13 locations across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Chandigarh in a money laundering investigation linked to alleged fraud involving housing loans obtained in the names of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), agency officials said. The searches targeted two real estate companies based in the National Capital [] The post ED Raids 13 Locations in NRI Housing Loan Fraud Probe appeared first on Northlines .
Polish PM Tusk Meets DK Shivakumar in Bengaluru, Discuss IT Collaboration
Leading a delegation of around 100 Polish business leaders, PM Donald Franciszek Tusk aims to explore opportunities for collaboration in the state of Karnataka
Bengaluru (karnataka) [India], / San Francisco [US], October 23: QFocus Technologies LLC (QFocus), headquartered in the USA, is strengthening its global engineering operations following continued business growth across its key markets. The company has doubled its customer base to include top OEMs and CMs across AI infrastructure, medical devices and industrial products, adding multiple new customer engagements over the past 12 months.
