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Blend360 plans to hire 250 data engineers globally

Blend360, a global provider of data, analytics, and talent solutions for Fortune 500 companies, announced immediate plans to hire 250 data engineers globally. Blend360 has designed this hiring initiative in reaction to an increasing need for data engineering talent to support the new software and data challenges organizations face today, according to the company’s statement.…

HFL to acquire a pharmaceutical factory further expanding its Health Care & Wellness Division

Hindustan Foods Limited (HFL) has executed Business Transfer Agreement (BTA) for acquisition of Reckitt Benckiser Health India Private Limited’s (Reckitt) manufacturing facility in Village Sandholi, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh as a move to further expand its Health Care & Wellness division. Upon completion, this acquisition will further enhance the company’s offerings in the OTC Healthcare and…

Wipro inks multi-year digital transformation partnership with Finastra in the Middle East

Wipro Limited, a technology services and consulting company, announced a partnership with Finastra, a global provider of financial software applications and marketplaces, to drive digital transformation for corporate banks in the Middle East. This multi-year engagement, aligned with the region’s vision to rapidly digitize and bolster cross-border trade, will make Wipro the exclusive implementation and…

Instor India appoints Prashant Jain as Chief Operating Officer

Instor India, a provider of retail, industrial & specialized fixtures, has appointed Prashant Jain as the new Chief Operating Officer. Prashant has more than 20 years of experience in the retail industry, specifically in the expansion of COCO (Company Owned Company Operated) and FOCO (Franchise Owned Company Operated). As the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, Prashant…

StanPlus appoints Shalabh Dang as Chief Revenue Officer

StanPlus, a medical emergency response platform has announced the appointment of Shalabh Dang as its Chief Revenue Officer to expand StanPlus’ business verticals and footprint across India & International markets. In his new role, Shalabh will be responsible for driving and implementing strategic partnerships with hospitals, corporates, and other channels to boost revenue growth and…

Fintech startup Zype raises Rs 146 cr in funding

Fintech startup Zype said it has raised Rs 146 crore in a funding round led by city-based private equity fund Xponentia Capital, according to PTI report. Zype, which is focused on upping credit accessibility to millennials and help them develop sustainable financial habits, will deploy the funds for the technology platform, expanding team and customer…

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Orenda India expands presence with launch of new Mumbai Office

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Orenda India (BHHSOI), part of one of the world’s fastest-growing residential real estate brokerage franchise networks, announced the opening of its new office in Mumbai, India. The second office will help the firm’s foray into newer markets beyond northern India, as it looks to significantly ramp up its pan-India presence through 15 regional…

Tech Mahindra inks MoU with IQM Quantum Computers for Research in Quantum Computing

Tech Mahindra, a provider of digital transformation, consulting, and business re-engineering services and solutions, and IQM Quantum Computers, the European leader in quantum computers, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for research in quantum computing. The organizations will explore synergies in mutually beneficial areas of quantum computing, cryptography, and communication technologies, a statement said. As…

Kredmint raises $2 million in funding

Former Paytm CFO Vikas Garg’s new startup Kredmint has raised $2 million as part of its first round of funding, according to ETtech report. The round was led by startup entrepreneurs and angel investors, including Cred founder Kunal Shah, BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover, Junio cofounder Shankar Nath, Nearbuy founder Ankur Warikoo, and Yatra cofounder Manish…

Aurobindo Pharma re-appoints Girish Paman Vanvari to its Board

Aurobindo Pharma Limited announced the re-appointment of Girish Paman Vanvari as an Independent Director on the company’s Board, with effect from November 5, 2022. According to the company’s exchange filing, “We hereby inform that based on the recommendation of Nomination, Remuneration and Compensation Committee and subject to the approval of the members of the Company…

Prada Group appoints Gianfranco D’Attis as CEO of Prada brand

The Prada Group appoints Gianfranco D’Attis as Chief Executive Officer of the Prada brand. D’Attis will take up his position on January 2, 2023. He will be in charge of the strategic development of the Prada brand in every market. His proven experience in the luxury sector, with a specific focus on Retail, will help…

Paul-Robert Bouhier appointed MD at Pernod Ricard India

Pernod Ricard India appointed Paul-Robert Bouhier as its new Managing Director with effect from January 1st, 2023. In his new role, Paul-Robert will report to Philippe Guettat, Chairman and CEO of Pernod Ricard Asia and will be the member of the Pernod Ricard Asia Executive Committee. “I am excited to be a part of one of the most…

Flash Global acquires Comvest

Global service supply chain solutions provider Flash Global announced that Comvest Partners (Comvest), an operationally focused middle-market private investment firm, has made a strategic private equity investment in the company in partnership with Flash Global’s leadership team. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1983, Flash Global specializes in post-sales service supply…

Former Citi Group MD Madan Kore joins Advisory Board of Repos

Renowned finance veteran and former Managing Director of Citi Group Madan Kore has joined the advisory board of Repos. With over 2000 partners and operations in 220+ cities across the country, Repos is a pioneer of the Doorstep Fuel Delivery industry in India. Kore brings over 40 years of deep experience to Tata-backed start-up Repos.…