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Infosys completes acquisition of GuideVision

Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, announced that it has completed the acquisition of GuideVision, one of the largest ServiceNow Elite Partners in Europe and an award winning enterprise service management consultancy specialised in offering strategic advisory, consulting, implementations, training and support on the ServiceNow platform. This follows the announcement the…

Charu Manocha appointed as Chief People Officer of GreenLight Biosciences

GreenLight Biosciences, an integrated life sciences company developing RNA-based products for plant health, human health and animal health, announced the appointment of Charu Manocha as the company’s new Chief People Officer. “Charu brings a track record of success in helping companies achieve their business goals through effective people strategies,” said Martha Schlicher, board member at…

Bacardi appoints Todd Grice as Senior VP and General Counsel

Bacardi, the world’s largest privately held spirits company, announced the appointment of Todd Grice as Senior Vice President and General Counsel. Grice will report to Chief Executive Officer Mahesh Madhavan and joins the company’s Global Leadership Team.  Grice brings 25 years of legal practice to Bacardi, including the last 18 with The Coca-Cola Company, with…

Adani Green Energy completes acquisition of operating solar assets from Essel Green Energy

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), announced that it has completed the acquisition of 205 MW operating solar assets from Essel Green Energy Private Limited (EGEPL) and Essel Infraprojects Limited (EIL). The assets are located in Punjab, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh. All the assets have long term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with various state electricity distribution…

TPG to invest ₹1,837.5 cr in Reliance Retail for 0.41% stake

Reliance Industries Limited and Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL) announced that global investment firm TPG will invest ₹ 1,837.5 crore into RRVL, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries. TPG’s investment will translate into a 0.41% equity stake in RRVL on a fully diluted basis. This marks the second investment by TPG in a subsidiary of Reliance…

Mechanical keyboard switch maker Cherry acquired by Argand Partners

Argand Partners, the New York- and San Francisco Bay Area-based private equity firm, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Cherry.  Argand acquires market-leading specialty manufacturing and business services companies with sustainable competitive advantages and strong growth potential, the Company said in a press statement. Cherry is the world’s leading global designer and manufacturer…

Lucknow-based edtech startup EduGorilla raises Rs 5.3 cr in funding

EduGorilla, a one-stop community in Education for students, faculty and Institutes, announced that it has raised about Rs 5.3 crore from Auxano Entrepreneur Fund, according to YourStory report. Angel investors Venture Garage – SucSEED Venture Partners, Pune Angels, Hem Angels, and VG Angels also participated in the funding round. Founded in 2016 by Rohit Manglik,…

Tetsuyasu Kawamoto appointed as MD of Panasonic Life Solutions India, succeeds Vivek Sharma

Panasonic Life Solutions India, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation, announced the appointment of Tetsuyasu Kawamoto as the company’s Managing Director. He succeeded Vivek Sharma, who superannuated on 30th September 2020.  In his new role, Kawamoto will be responsible for driving synergies and growth of all businesses under the Life Solutions umbrella comprising the Power…

Colliers International appoints Siddhart Goel as Senior Director, Research Services (India)

Colliers International, the world’s fastest growing global real estate services and investment management company, announced the appointment of Siddhart Goel as the Senior Director, Research Services in India.  Siddhart brings over 19 years of experience in the real estate sector, in Research, Transaction Management, Consulting and Advisory Services. A real estate industry veteran, Siddharth has…

TCS implements Quartz smart solution for UK-based startup Zapaygo

Tata Consultancy Services, a global IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization, announced that it will implement the Wallets and Rewards solution from Quartz – The Smart Ledgers at UK-based startup Zapaygo, for its preorder mobile ordering and payment platform for the entertainment, hospitality and leisure industry. In this first of its kind initiative, a…

Ilantus Technologies appoints Arun Singh as new CEO

Ilantus Technologies, a company that provides reliable and trustworthy IAM solutions to organizations has announced the appointment of Arun Singh as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1st, 2020. He will also join the company’s board. Arun replaces Binod Singh, the Founder – President and CEO of Ilantus Technologies. Arun brings in 25+ years…

TCS launches 2020 Virgin Money London Marathon app to power the virtual experience for runners

Tata Consultancy Services, a global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, has launched the official app of the Virgin Money London Marathon that will connect participants and spectators virtually this year. TCS, the Official Technology Partner for the Virgin Money London Marathon since 2016, has developed the official mobile app for the fifth year,…