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New Delhi [India], December 22: India’s telecom sector is undergoing a decisive shift—from a voice- and spectrum-centric model to a future defined by deep fiberization, AI-readiness, and cloud-driven networks. From BSNL’s next-generation revival to Airtel’s AI-powered cloud collaborations and Jio’s aggressive 5G and FTTH expansion, the foundation of India’s digital future now rests on one critical pillar: a strong, reliable fiber-optic backbone.

Behind this nationwide transformation, STAR Infomatic is emerging as a key on-ground enabler—developing Made-in-India test and measurement solutions that strengthen the last mile, middle mile, and backbone of India’s digital infrastructure.

Where Fiber Meets the Field

While policy reforms, spectrum auctions, and towers often dominate headlines, the real work of network building happens underground and on utility poles—where fiber is laid, spliced, tested, and certified.

STAR Infomatic operates precisely at this crucial layer, offering:

• AI-powered fusion splicers for ultra-low-loss joints
• Next-generation OTDRs for accurate fault localization and fiber characterization
• Intelligent field testers for both optical and copper networks
• Rugged, field-ready tools engineered for harsh Indian operating conditions

These advanced telecom test and measurement solutions are widely deployed by leading operators and integrators, including Airtel, Jio, BSNL, RailTel, L&T, and major system integrators—enabling faster rollouts with higher reliability and network integrity.

“Every splice below 0.01 dB is more than just a number. It is a promise of reliability, continuity, and digital progress,” says Kartik Saxena, CEO, STAR Infomatic.
“Telecom is not just about towers and spectrum—it’s the invisible fiber beneath our feet that carries India’s future.”

Built for 5G, 6G, and AI-Native Networks

India has already entered an era defined by:

• Nationwide 5G deployments and upcoming 6G trials
• AI-native and software-defined networks
• Satellite–terrestrial integration
• Edge computing and hyperscale data centres

·Massive fiber densification for FTTH, enterprises, and smart cities

These next-generation networks demand faster rollouts, smarter fault detection, predictive maintenance, near-zero downtime, and highly precise, repeatable measurements.

To meet these requirements, STAR Infomatic is expanding its R&D focus on:

• Intelligent test instruments with embedded analytics
• Predictive fiber maintenance platforms that anticipate failures before they occur
• Automation-driven field tools for standardized, error-free installations
• Enterprise-grade quality systems scalable from single-site deployments to nationwide rollouts

Make in India, Built for the World

Aligned with the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, STAR Infomatic is reducing import dependence while developing export-ready products that meet global performance, calibration, and compliance standards.

By combining:

• Indigenous design and engineering
• Local calibration and service infrastructure
• Deep understanding of Indian field realities

STAR Infomatic has positioned itself as a backbone technology partner for telecom operators, system integrators, smart city projects, surveillance networks, and data-centre ecosystems.

As India accelerates toward 6G, AI-native, and cloud-first infrastructure, STAR Infomatic aims to remain at the core of fiber-led digital growth—ensuring that every link in the chain, from metro core to rural last mile, is tested, trusted, and future-ready.

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New Delhi [India], December 22: As winter tightened its grip across North India, hundreds of families faced the cold with little protection—thin clothing, limited shelter, and scarce food.

Winter Relief Initiative: ‘With Warmth’

In response, Sanpal Foundation rolled out its winter relief initiative, ‘With Warmth’, offering comfort, dignity, and care to communities most vulnerable during the season.

Scale and Reach of the Initiative

The initiative, carried out in partnership with the Robin Hood Army (RHA) for on-ground support, reached over 400 families across Chilla (Delhi), Mahisa (Ahmedabad), and New Chandigarh, distributing more than 1,000 winter relief kits during peak cold conditions.

Relief Kits and Support Provided

Each kit was thoughtfully put together to meet both immediate and everyday needs. Families received blankets and warm caps to protect against the cold, along with essential food supplies such as rice, cooking oil, and food grains, helping ease the burden of winter for households already stretched thin.

Focus on Vulnerable Communities

The drive focused especially on elderly individuals, children, and families with limited access to shelter, for whom winter poses serious health risks. For many recipients, the kits meant more than physical warmth—they brought reassurance that someone cared.

Execution and Partnerships

Sanpal Foundation led the initiative from start to finish, handling planning, funding, and execution. Robin Hood Army supported the effort by helping identify locations and facilitating distribution through its volunteer network. Together, volunteers ensured that aid reached families quickly and respectfully.

On-Ground Impact

On the ground, the impact was immediate and deeply human. Volunteers were met with quiet smiles, folded hands, and moments of visible relief—an elderly man wrapping himself in a blanket, a child holding a warm cap close, families expressing gratitude without many words.

Leadership Perspective

Sharing his thoughts, Satish Sanpal, Founder of Sanpal Foundation and ANAX Holding, said,
“Entrepreneurship and success mean very little if they don’t translate into responsibility toward society. I believe we owe it to our communities to step in when people are struggling, not just with words, but with action.”
He added, “Giving back is not an obligation; it’s a privilege. Through Sanpal Foundation, we want to stand beside those who often go unseen and unheard, and remind them that they matter.”

Ongoing Commitment

‘With Warmth’ reflects Sanpal Foundation’s ongoing commitment to responding to real, seasonal challenges faced by underserved communities. The foundation continues to work toward meaningful, need-based interventions that prioritise dignity, empathy, and long-term impact.

Future Collaborations

Sanpal Foundation welcomes future collaborations with individuals, corporates, and organisations aligned with its mission to create a more caring and resilient society—one initiative, and one life, at a time.

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Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], December 22: Vishnu Prakash R Punglia Limited (NSE – VPRPL, BSE – 543974 | INE0AE001013), one of India’s leading Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) companies with a diversified presence across Water & Municipal Services, Roads, Railways, Infrastructure, and Mining, has finalized a River Sand Mining Lease for a period of five (5) years in Village Kanana, Balotra District, Rajasthan.

The lease permits river sand mining with an annual production ceiling of 1,54,350 metric tonnes per annum.

The Company got the sand mine through the auction process and has obtained the necessary statutory clearances from the relevant authorities. In furtherance thereof, Vishnu Prakash R Punglia Limited has deposited the requisite amounts and security with the Mining Engineer, Department of Mines & Geology, Barmer, Government of Rajasthan, for execution of the mining agreement.

Under the terms of the lease, Vishnu Prakash R Punglia Limited will be responsible for the mining and sale of river sand for a period of five years, subject to the prescribed annual production ceiling and applicable regulatory compliances.

Strategic Impact 

The lease aligns with the Company’s diversification strategy and strengthens its expanding business portfolio across India, while supporting balanced and sustainable growth across new verticals.

The Company continues to pursue opportunities that complement its EPC capabilities and enhance long-term value creation.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

Sonipat (Haryana) [India], December 22:  In a move aimed at addressing graduate unemployment and improving campus placement outcomes, recruitment platform EarlyJobs has launched its franchise operations in Sonipat, Haryana. The initiative is focused on building strong partnerships with local colleges and creating structured pathways for students to transition from education to employment.

Sonipat has rapidly emerged as an education hub in Haryana, hosting several universities and professional institutions. Despite the growing number of graduates each year, many students continue to face challenges securing meaningful employment due to limited industry exposure, skill gaps, and weak campus placement infrastructure.

EarlyJobs plans to work closely with colleges in Sonipat to bridge this gap. Through college partnerships, the platform will support campuses with internship programs, skill assessments, interview preparation, and employer connections. The goal is to ensure that students are not only academically qualified but also job-ready when they enter the hiring market.

The franchise launch was marked by a visit from EarlyJobs Saurav Kumar, Founder and CEO, who was present in Sonipat to inaugurate the operations and engage with local institutions formally. Speaking on the occasion, he said,

“Haryana has a strong education ecosystem, but many students struggle at the point where education meets employment. Our focus here is to work directly with colleges and students, improve placement readiness, and ensure that local talent gets access to real hiring opportunities across India.”

The Sonipat franchise will also focus on preparing students for real-world hiring expectations through AI-based skill assessments and structured interview preparation. These tools help students identify their strengths, understand their gaps, reduce anxiety, boost confidence, and prepare effectively for actual interviews, an area where many first-time job seekers face rejection.

In addition to improving student employability, the franchise will create opportunities for local professionals, particularly women, to work as freelance recruiters. This decentralised recruitment model strengthens local hiring while enabling flexible, sustainable career opportunities within the district.

With this expansion, EarlyJobs aims to build a more structured and outcome-driven campus hiring ecosystem in Sonipat. By connecting colleges, students, and employers through local execution and technology-led recruitment, the initiative seeks to reduce graduate unemployment and improve placement success rates in the region.

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Matar (Gujarat) [India], December 22: KP Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of the Republic of Botswana to develop large-scale renewable energy generation, storage, and transmission infrastructure. The number attached to it is hard to ignore. Around $4 billion. Roughly Rs. 36,000 crore. Enough to shift energy math, not just headlines.

The KP Group Botswana renewable energy MoU could lift the country’s renewable capacity to nearly 5 GW. For Botswana, that feeds a stated ambition of becoming a net-zero nation by 2030. For KP Group, it marks a clear move beyond India, into long-haul international territory.

This agreement follows the recent visit of the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, to Botswana. Diplomatic timing helped, sure. But the substance here goes far deeper than optics.

KP Group Botswana renewable energy MoU: Who’s involved, and why it’s not trivial

The MoU was signed between Botswana’s Ministry of Minerals and Energy and KP Group, which includes KPI Green Energy Limited, KP Energy Limited, and KP Green Engineering Limited.

The framework covers planning, development, and execution of renewable energy projects and the transmission lines that make them usable. That last part matters more than most people admit. Power without grids is noise. Botswana seems to know that.

The goal is twofold. Strengthen domestic energy security. Then, quietly, position Botswana as a clean power exporter in the region. Not someday. Structurally.

A $4 billion build-out, piece by piece

Under the KP Group Botswana renewable energy MoU, both sides will work on projects requiring capital investment of about $4 billion. The target is close to 5 GW of renewable energy capacity, driven largely by solar and wind, backed by energy storage.

Transmission is baked in, not stapled on. High-voltage lines within Botswana will be upgraded. New ones will be built. Interconnections with neighbouring countries are part of the plan. Regional power trade is not an afterthought here. It’s the point.

This is where the deal stops sounding theoretical and starts sounding industrial.

What KP Group actually brings to the table

KP Group will lead technical and commercial development across the lifecycle. Feasibility studies. Project design. Financing. Construction. Commissioning. Long-term operation and maintenance. The unglamorous parts too.

That’s not bravado. KP Group already manages a 6 GW renewable energy portfolio in India and is moving toward a 10 GW target by 2030. Scale is familiar terrain.

The group also operates in green hydrogen and ammonia, battery energy storage systems, offshore and floating solar. On the manufacturing side, there’s a 45-acre fabrication and galvanising facility in Matar, Gujarat, housing Asia’s largest galvanising kettle. Not a trivia point. Infrastructure like this decides timelines.

Botswana’s position, clearly stated

Hon. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, Botswana’s Minister of Minerals and Energy, called the MoU a step toward a sustainable and secure energy future. The language was measured. The intent was firm.

Botswana wants faster clean energy deployment. Stronger regional connectivity. Long-term economic and environmental returns. Skills development is not optional. It’s embedded.

As part of the KP Group Botswana renewable energy MoU, the company will support 30 scholarships every year for Botswana citizens. The focus areas include renewable energy, engineering, sustainability, and allied fields. That’s how transitions stick. People first. Assets follow.

KP Group’s lens: scale, but with patience

Dr. Faruk G. Patel, Founding Promoter of KP Group, framed the MoU as a shared vision rather than a transaction.

Botswana’s solar and wind potential, he said, is immense. The partnership aims to unlock it through scalable and sustainable solutions. Net zero by 2030 is a milestone, not the finish line. The broader goal is long-term economic value and regional clean energy exports.

In other words, build once. Build right.

Why this MoU feels different

Africa has seen plenty of MoUs. Many dissolve quietly. This one stands out for uncomfortable reasons.

The capital number is explicit. The capacity target is specific. Transmission is central, not decorative. Scholarships are written in, not promised later.

And then there’s the alignment. Botswana offers political stability and policy clarity. KP Group offers execution experience and industrial depth. Neither side looks like it’s experimenting.

India’s clean energy muscle, exported

From an Indian vantage point, the KP Group Botswana renewable energy MoU reflects a shift that’s been brewing. Indian renewable firms are no longer content staying domestic. They are exporting development models, not just equipment.

Africa’s energy demand is rising. So is scrutiny. Partners who overpromise don’t last. Those who build grids, train people, and stay for operations tend to.

Botswana, in turn, diversifies its partnerships. Less dependency. More balance.

New Delhi [India], December 22: Dr. Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State for Jal Shakti, Government of India, graced the 25^th edition of the ICSI National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance, as the Chief Guest, on 19 December 2025, in New Delhi.

• The Indian Hotels Company Limited bags the 25th ICSI National Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance (Listed Segment- Large Category)
• Mr. R. C. Bhargava, Chairman, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, receives the 25th ICSI Lifetime Achievement Award

Padma Shri P. T. Usha, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha and President, Indian Olympic Association and Shri Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India, were the Guests of Honour.

The 25^th ICSI National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance, for the Best Governed Companies in Listed Sector was given to The Indian Hotels Company Limited in the Large Category; Uno Minda Limited in the Medium Category; and Greaves Cotton Limited in the Emerging Category.

In the Unlisted Sector, Ageas Federal Life Insurance Company Limited won the award in the Medium Category while Interise Investment Managers Private Limited won in the Emerging Category.

The 25th ICSI Lifetime Achievement Award was conferred on to Mr. R. C. Bhargava, Chairman, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, for his exemplary leadership in instituting Good Corporate Governance into reality.

The 10^th ICSI CSR Excellence Awards were presented to The Tata Power Company Limited in the Large category; TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited in the Medium Category and ICRA Limited in the Small & Emerging Category.

The 7^th ICSI Best Secretarial Audit Report Award, was presented to CS P. Eswaramoorthy for Secretarial Audit Report of Pricol Limited.

The 5^th ICSI Best PCS Firm Award, was presented to S. C. Sharada & Associates, Company Secretaries, to acknowledge the Firm’s exceptional role in instituting best practices.

The 4^th ICSI Business Responsibility and Sustainability Awards, for integrating Sustainability Reporting into their business was presented to L&T Finance Limited in the Service Sector and to Polycab India Limited in the Non-Service Sector.

Congratulating the ICSI for its sustained contribution in Good Corporate Governance, Dr. Raj Bhushan Choudhary, said, “ICSI’s has been nurturing ethical practices through these awards for the past 25 years. In alignment with the vision of Viksit Bharat, the ICSI has positioned India Inc. as a beacon of good governance”.

Commending the ICSI for playing a leading role in nurturing governance professionals and guiding corporates, Padma Shri P. T. Usha, said “Company Secretaries play a silent yet decisive role, ensuring compliance, advising boards, upholding integrity and acting a conscience-keepers of organizations”.

Highlighting the importance of Corporate Governance as the foundation of market growth, Shri Tuhin Kanta Pandey, said, “As participating in the market deepens, the depth of responsibility of a Company Secretary will increase as they are custodians of confidence of stakeholders, translating broad principles in Boardroom Practices”.

The Institute also unveiled, Guidance Note on Third Party Assurance (BRSR Core); Guidance notes on Meetings of Board of Directors; Guidance notes on General Meetings; MSME Ready Reckoner 2.0; Navigating Labour Codes: A Handbookand Manual on Secretarial Audit.

Expressing his delight, CS Dhananjay Shukla, President, the ICSI, said, “The 25 years of the awards reiterate the ICSI’s unwavering dedication, in reinforcing a culture of responsible corporate leadership, investor confidence and contributing to India’s commitment of building a resilient and sustainable India Inc.”

About ICSI 

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is a premier professional body set up under an Act of Parliament, i.e., the Company Secretaries Act, 1980, for the regulation and development of the profession of Company Secretaries in India. It functions under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India. The Institute, being a pro-active body, focuses on top-quality education for students of the Company Secretaries Course and sets the best quality standards for CS members. The Institute has over 78,000 members and about 2.5 lakh students on its roll.

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Experience Centres announced in Delhi and Mumbai with open demonstrations for hospitals, institutions and the public

New Delhi [India], December 20: Zonair3D, a European clean-air technology company, officially unveiled its advanced air purification solutions for the Indian market at a press meet held today at India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi, against the backdrop of India’s growing air pollution and public health crisis.

The press briefing was attended by leading medical experts including Dr. Roman Dutta, Vice Chairman, MS (Surgery), Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, and Dr. Mahindra Singh, Senior Consultant – Pain Medicine, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. Also present was Ashok Arora, Chief R&D, ZONAIR3D India.

During the event, Royden Correa, Chief Executive Officer, ZONAIR3D Projects India Pvt. Ltd. (Z3D India), demonstrated ZONAIR3D’s medical-grade air purification technology and outlined the company’s long-term vision for India.

Experience Centres Announced in Delhi and Mumbai

Addressing the media, Correa announced the launch of ZONAIR3D Experience Centres one in Mayapuri, New Delhi, and another in Mumbai, with plans to establish multiple centres across India.

“These Experience Centres are designed to let people see, feel, and measure the impact of truly clean air,” Correa said. “We are inviting hospitals, institutions, corporates, and consumers especially those dealing with health concerns to experience our technology through free demonstrations.”

He further emphasized that ZONAIR3D is offering open demonstrations to organizations and individuals seeking firsthand exposure to certified clean-air environments.

Medical Experts Highlight Health Risks of Air Pollution

Speaking at the briefing, medical experts highlighted the serious health implications of prolonged exposure to fine particulate matter, especially PM2.5 and smaller particles, which are strongly linked to chronic respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and heightened risks for children, pregnant women, and the elderly.

The doctors stressed that while pollution source control is critical, effective indoor air purification has become an essential preventive health measure in India’s current environment.

Proven Global Technology with Indian Focus

Founded in 2006, ZONAIR3D develops advanced air purification systems capable of delivering zero-particulate medical-grade air for homes, hospitals, vehicles, and public spaces. The company’s innovation was inspired by the founder’s personal battle with lung disease and later gained global recognition for its “bubble” clean-air technology.

ZONAIR3D has collaborated with humanitarian organizations such as Doctors Without Borders to provide surgical-grade air in conflict zones and counts global luxury brands and elite athletes among its international clients. The technology received the Best European Clean Technology Award in 2021.

The systems feature long-life filters lasting up to four years and are supported by localized after-sales service in India. The company also announced plans to begin manufacturing and R&D operations in India by mid-2026 to address local pollution challenges more effectively.

Clean Air as a Fundamental Right

The press meet concluded with a shared message from speakers and company leadership: clean air is not a luxury, but a fundamental human right.

“Through ZONAIR3D, our goal is to make certified clean air accessible so people can experience the quality of air we all deserve to breathe, we view clean air as preventive healthcare rather than a lifestyle product” Correa added.

When health and life are involved, claims are not enough. Prevention must be measurable, transparent and real

About Zonair3D India

Zonair3D India operates through Zonair Projects India Pvt. Ltd. (Z3D India) and represents the company’s strategic expansion into the Indian market. The India operations focus on introducing certified medical-grade air purification solutions tailored to the country’s severe indoor air quality challenges across healthcare, institutional, commercial, and residential environments.

Zonair3D India is establishing Experience Centres in New Delhi and Mumbai to enable institutions, hospitals, and consumers to experience and evaluate clean-air environments through live demonstrations. The company is also strengthening local service infrastructure and plans to initiate manufacturing and R&D operations in India by mid-2026, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the market.

“The company positions clean air as preventive healthcare rather than a lifestyle product.”

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