In a landmark move toward sustainable data infrastructure, CtrlS Datacenters Ltd. has entered into a strategic partnership with NTPC Green Energy Ltd. (NGEL), a subsidiary of NTPC Ltd., to source over 2 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy. The collaboration is part of CtrlS’s broader mission to power all its data centers with clean energy, advancing India’s green transition in the digital economy.

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has partnered with the Government of Assam to drive entrepreneurial growth and innovation across the Northeast. This collaboration seeks to nurture startups, enhance skill development, and promote media and communication-based entrepreneurship in one of India’s most promising yet underexplored regions. The initiative aligns with India’s broader agenda of regional economic inclusion and startup-led development.

In a strategic move to capture growing demand for international travel, Thomas Cook India and its group company SOTC Travel have expanded their range of holiday packages to China, signaling renewed confidence in the country’s tourism potential. The expansion includes curated itineraries covering key destinations such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an, and Chengdu, aimed at both leisure and experiential travelers. This move comes as travel interest in East Asia rises sharply following the reopening of borders and the easing of visa procedures.

In a move that underscores India’s accelerating transition toward sustainable urban mobility, BLive EZY, a leading electric vehicle (EV) leasing and subscription platform, has officially launched operations in Kolkata. The company aims to deploy 5,000 electric two- and three-wheelers in the city over the next two years, catering to both individual and business users. The initiative is part of BLive EZY’s broader strategy to strengthen last-mile connectivity and reduce the carbon footprint of urban logistics.

Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh has entered India’s growing network of clean energy infrastructure with the official launch of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) services. The development marks a major step toward reducing the region’s carbon footprint while providing residents and industries with a cost-effective, reliable, and eco-friendly fuel alternative. The new network, part of India’s nationwide City Gas Distribution (CGD) expansion initiative, aligns with the government’s broader goal of achieving a sustainable energy transition.

India’s digital payments ecosystem achieved a historic milestone in October, with Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions reaching an all-time high in both volume and value. The surge underscores the country’s accelerating shift toward cashless transactions, supported by growing smartphone penetration, seamless fintech innovation, and increased consumer confidence in digital payments.

In a significant boost to India’s biopharmaceutical innovation landscape, Alkem Laboratories Ltd. has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay to establish a cutting-edge Immuno-Therapeutics and Research Centre. The collaboration aims to accelerate advancements in immunology, focusing on the development of next-generation therapies for autoimmune diseases, cancer, and infectious disorders.

In a major push toward sustainable urban development, the GRIHA Council has announced a new incentive framework designed to promote green building practices across India. The initiative aims to encourage developers, architects, and government bodies to adopt eco-friendly designs, materials, and construction methods that minimize carbon footprints and resource consumption.

Skill-based gaming platform Zupee has announced the acquisition of Nucanon, an emerging artificial intelligence startup specializing in narrative automation and creative storytelling. The deal, aimed at integrating advanced AI storytelling tools into Zupee’s gaming ecosystem, underscores the company’s strategic push toward enhancing player engagement through personalization and immersive content.

Smartworks, one of India’s leading managed office space providers, has announced the leasing of a significant office property in Mumbai, further consolidating its position in the country’s fast-growing flexible workspace market. The move underscores the company’s strategic focus on expanding across India’s top commercial hubs amid rising demand for agile, tech-enabled work environments.