The occasion was graced by key customers and partners, including leaders from Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, Hero MotoCorp, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, and TVS Motor Company, underscoring the Group’s long-standing relationships across the Indian automotive ecosystem.

The new centre will serve as a nucleus for advanced research and product development in key areas such as in-cabin experiences, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), connectivity, and embedded electronics. It is designed to deliver next-generation solutions that align with the evolving needs of automotive manufacturers and end consumers.

Anmol Jain, Managing Director, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited, said, “This centre marks a major step toward our Tier 0.5 vision, enhancing our strengths in electronics, mechatronics, and digital systems. We aim to lead the transformation toward intelligent, connected, and sustainable mobility, and Bengaluru’s dynamic tech ecosystem provides the ideal environment for this journey.”

The automotive component industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by electrification, digitisation, and autonomous technologies. As vehicles become increasingly software-centric, Lumax Group is integrating intelligent systems and delivering seamless user experiences. The establishment of the SHIFT Technology Centre reflects the Group’s commitment to staying ahead of these trends and contributing to India’s emergence as a global innovation hub in mobility.

“The launch of our Technology Centre reaffirms our long-term commitment to customer-centric innovation and technological leadership. As the industry transitions toward software-defined Vehicles (SDV), the future of mobility will increasingly be driven by intelligence, connectivity, and digital integration”, said Deepak Jain, Promoter Director, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited. “SHIFT will enable Lumax Group to accelerate innovation, strengthen collaboration, and shape intelligent mobility solutions of the future.”

The SHIFT Technology Center is equipped with advanced electronics labs for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, rapid prototyping, and product validation, enabling end-to-end innovation from concept to commercialisation.

Satish Sunderesan, CTO, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited, said, “With SHIFT, we aim to converge talent, technology, and transformation to engineer software-defined and digitally driven vehicles and evolve from smart systems to autonomous intelligence.”

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BENGALURU: ZF Group, a global leader in mobility technology, inaugurated its new product development hub for SCALAR, ZF’s fleet orchestration Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The hub will provide enhanced support for fleet managers in India using SCALAR to optimize their commercial vehicle operations through fully automatic and live planning, routing, scheduling, and dispatching solutions. The facility will bring ZF’s SCALAR teams closer to customers in India, helping to reinforce ZF’s end-to-end product responsibility approach. The teams will be responsible for developing cloud, data, AI, and mobile technologies to deliver next-generation fleet management solutions.

The product development teams based in this office will work on the industry’s first comprehensive fleet orchestration solution: SCALAR.  What sets this office hub apart is its end-to-end product responsibility: the teams own the complete product areas with product management, UX/UI design, and engineering responsibilities —they are directly building and evolving the SCALAR platform to tailor its extensive capabilities to the needs of fleet operators.

This digital hub currently connects over 150,000 vehicles on SCALAR in India, tracking vehicles and providing real-time insights to increase safety and optimize vehicular efficiency.

“The ZF Bengaluru office is where talented teams will work on end-to-end solutions offered as a part of our SCALAR platform for connected mobility. This office will develop solutions that will shape the future of transportation with technological advancements, while delivering value to our customers worldwide,” said Akash Passey, President ZF Group in India.  

“This is our largest digital development hub outside Europe. This hub not only signifies our expanding engineering footprint, but it also symbolizes the acceleration of our innovation and agility,” said P. Kaniappan, SVP, Div CVS (India), ZF Group

“With SCALAR, we are shaping the future of fleet management. Our new Bengaluru hub brings together engineers, data scientists, designers, and product leaders to turn unique vehicle data into real-world solutions,” said Hjalmar Van Raemdonck, VP SCALAR. “With end-to-end ownership, our teams develop technology that seamlessly integrates vehicle intelligence with fleet operations, making a real impact across the industry.”

From large-scale AI and data engineering to analytics, cloud, and mobile technologies, the teams drive the full global product innovation. Around 250 employees will be based in this office, working on domestic and global projects. As a serverless office, this development hub will enable the SCALAR teams to provide cost-efficient solutions, increasing agility, and enabling innovation.

Spread over 33300 sq. ft, the Digital office is the first such office for ZF Group in the country. The SCALAR platform enhances reliability levels by providing actionable insights into vehicle performance, predictive maintenance, and driver behaviour, helping to increase productivity, avoid unplanned downtime, and improve overall fleet management.

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PUNE: Gruhas backed Dreamtime Learning, a leader in transformational education, expands its micro-schooling footprint in India with the launch of a new micro school hub in Pune. As part of its growth strategy, Dreamtime Learning is bringing Asia’s first community-based micro-school model to Pune, marking a significant milestone in the city’s evolving education landscape.

Located in Kalyani Nagar, Nagar Road, Pune, the new Dreamtime Learning Hub offers a future-ready, experiential learning model that empowers children to grow at their own pace with a focus on real-world experiences and human-only skills.

Micro-schooling is a community-based concept that exclusively focuses on hyper-personalized curriculum. Many parents, such as kids from affluent families, HNIs, or the entertainment industry, are adopting micro-schooling due to its flexibility, personalized learning, and competitive costs compared to traditional schools. It is also driven by a smaller student-teacher ratio.

Speaking about the expansion, Lina Ashar, Founder of Dreamtime Learning, said, “The reopening of the hub in Pune marks a significant step in our mission to transform education through micro-schooling, a model that prioritizes hyper-personalized learning, experiential learning, and real-world experiences. Our community-based micro-school offers children an environment where they can thrive emotionally, socially, and intellectually. With flexible, experiential learning models, we empower learners to grow at their own pace, fostering creativity, adaptability, and critical thinking—the essential skills needed to flourish in a rapidly changing world.”

The company-owned and managed hub in Pune ensures that every aspect of the learning experience—from pedagogy to educator training—is fully aligned with Dreamtime Learning’s philosophy. It offers an exclusive learning environment for learners aged 3 to 16 with only ten learners per grade, ensuring individualized attention that fosters deeper academic and personal growth. The hub emphasizes real-world integration through experiential, project-based learning, connecting classroom concepts with practical, real-life applications to make education more engaging and meaningful. The hub adopts a collaborative approach and focuses on social-emotional learning.

Sapna Agarwal, Principal of the Dreamtime Learning Hub, Pune, emphasized the school’s innovative approach, “Backed by the visionary legacy of Ms. Lina Ashar, we are confident that our new micro-school will be transformational for the education system. In recent times, we have observed that Pune has a growing base of nuclear and affluent families, and hence it is an ideal market for this new-age educational model. Our micro-school is designed to move beyond traditional academic boundaries. With a learner-centric, adaptable curriculum, we focus on fostering holistic development—nurturing not only academic excellence but also emotional intelligence, creativity, and adaptability. This model ensures that children develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in life, not just in exams.”

Dreamtime Learning Hub offers exceptional facilities that cater to the diverse learning needs of students. The facilities include the community hub, studio space, drone, robotic space, learning hub, tree house, animal petting corner, and more, providing learners with opportunities that promote academic and personal growth. Widening the concept of micro-schooling in India, Dreamtime Learning aims to replicate its model in other academic hubs such as Bangalore, Chennai, and Delhi.

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Jewelry lovers can explore a stunning range of diamond pieces, while a dedicated footwear section will offer the ideal complements to any outfit. The Luxury Hub will feature boutique brands from across India, including prominent names from Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, and Pune. Designers like The Boozy Button, Nayaab India, Mohini Rajani Designs, and House of Fett will debut their latest collections, offering a unique shopping experience.

Adding an international dimension, the event will showcase globally-inspired collections curated by Style Wardrobe, featuring selections from Southeast Asia and the US. Look out for brands like Gulnaz Amin, Label CocoPlum, SW Footwear, DATURA Footwear, and Aurique Jewels, with more exciting names to come.

For the residents of Pune, this is more than just a shopping event; it’s an opportunity to experience the best in fashion and lifestyle, all in one place.

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Building on the success of Payoneer Elevate, this event (Payoneer’s Pune Connect) is another initiative by Payoneer in India, marking a significant step towards empowering the city’s entrepreneurial community. Attendees discussed strategies for global expansion, the importance of international partnerships, overcoming cross-border payment challenges, and efficiency across borders for global teams.

Gaurav Shisodia, Vice President – India at Payoneer, commented, “SMBs have a tremendous opportunity to drive growth by tapping into global demand. At Payoneer, we have witnessed and catalyzed significant growth for service export businesses: from 2016 to December 31, 2023, growth surged by 54%, with volume and revenue achieving impressive compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) of 85% and 88%, respectively.

Pune is one of our priority markets in India, ranking among the top 10 cities driving the most growth for us. We are committed to providing a platform for the city’s business ecosystem through Payoneer Connect. This initiative supports businesses by facilitating learning, networking, and access to domain experts, helping them accelerate their international growth opportunities,”.

Key panels at Payoneer VIP Connect Pune included:

• “Seizing Global Growth Opportunities” – Pune-based business leaders Mohan Jambhulkar (CEO, Target AEC Global) and Pranshu Tople (Co-Founder, RigBetel Labs) explored global market opportunities, addressing the biggest challenges Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) face in international expansion and strategies for maintaining competitiveness. As entrepreneurs managing global businesses, the speakers provided practical tips on multi-entity operations, overcoming cross-border payment challenges, and how to achieve global success.
• “Addressing Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Hurdles in Global Markets” – Shivangi Nadkarni (Co-founder & CEO of Arrka) delved into the critical obstacles and technology challenges businesses commonly encounter. She provided an in-depth analysis of the current landscape of data privacy and cybersecurity, highlighting the essential strategies businesses should adopt to safeguard their operations in an increasingly interconnected world.

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PUNE: HiFive Holistic Hub is dedicated to fostering the comprehensive development of children. It encompasses a vibrant community that cultivates emotional intelligence, social skills, and a passion for education and blended learning. The nurturing environment encourages children to explore, create, and flourish under the guidance of the dedicated team of educators. 

Founded by Dr. Manasi Brahme Rajurkar, the center is located in the heart of Pune – Deccan Gymkhana, this unique institution offers a haven where children can truly flourish, focusing on strengthening their foundation with necessary academic achievements for holistic development.

HiFive Holistic Hub was born out of a mother’s love and a vision for a brighter future for children. Upon witnessing the challenges faced by children dealing with physical, mental, and behavioral difficulties, the founder, Dr Manasi Brahme Rajurkar, a renowned pediatric physiotherapist, embarked on a journey to establish a space that transcended mere academic pursuits, prioritizing the comprehensive development of children. Manasi recognized the need for a space that nurtured not just cognitive development but also the overall well-being of the children. Inspired by her mother, a skilled artist and craftsman, Manasi’s journey with HiFive is a testament to her passion for healing and the holistic growth of children. This vision gave rise to HiFive Holistic Hub, underpinned by the conviction that cultivating awareness and fostering necessary creative exposure to a child’s achievement within the academic sphere and in life as a whole. 

The center provides personalized attention to every child, offering various programs for ages 8 months to 9 years, including Mother-Toddler, Toddler N Fun, Kreative Upskill, Beyond the Books, Academic Achievers, Smart Saturdays, Integrated Learning, and Mumma Owl’s Nest (Extended Hours from 7 PM – 11 PM). The Kreative Upskill program is a full-day program that blends academics with co-curricular activities, igniting curiosity and a love for learning.

In response to the challenges faced by working parents, HiFive introduced Mumma Owl’s Nest – Pune’s first center to introduce a revolutionary concept that extends care beyond traditional hours (operational between 7 PM – 11 PM), powered by Hifive Holistic Hub. This safe and nurturing haven offers late-night and evening childcare, giving parents peace of mind while their little ones enjoy engaging activities and movie nights. All the programs can be customized and parents can select multiple programs per their child’s preferences. Alongside these programs, HiFive prepares children thoroughly to succeed in competitive exams.

On the occasion of HiFive Holistic Hub’s completion of 3 years, the center has exciting plans for expansion in Pune. It aims to open 3 more centers in prime and accessible locations, introducing its distinctive holistic approach to a wider audience of children and families. HiFive’s mission is to empower children to become happy, confident, and well-rounded individuals with essential life skills. This expansion seeks to ensure that more young minds have access to their comprehensive programs and nurturing environment for their holistic growth and development.

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PUNE: Dreamtime Learning Hub adds another feather to its success by opening a new micro-schooling center in Pune. The center is situated in the prime location of eastern Pune -Kalyani Nagar, and it aims to provide an immersive and interactive learning environment. The hub is partnered with Goenka Education and named Goenka Education’s Dreamtime Learning Hub. Its Hyderabad hub has witnessed huge success in one year, aiming to achieve a similar milestone, Dreamtime Learning Hub recently organized a press meet giving the first-hand experience of all modules and space. 

The event aims to highlight the legacy of Ms Lina Ashar in the field of education, the need for creative educational models, and the increasingly popular idea of micro-schooling in Pune. Additionally, the event also highlighted raising awareness of Dreamtime Learning Hub’s innovative approaches and game-changing technologies including its immersive Makerspace experiences. 

In India, the concept of ‘micro-schooling’ is becoming increasingly popular. This community-based concept exclusively focuses on hyper-personalized curriculum and is also becoming an emerging trend in the Indian market. Microschooling is becoming more and more popular among parents because of its affordability, individualized instruction, and flexibility when compared to traditional schooling. It features a smaller student-teacher ratio and is motivated by the growing need for flexible education options.

Lina Ashar, Founder of Dreamtime Learning Hub, said, “We are excited and elated with the phenomenal feedback we received on building a micro-school. Our decision to expand to Pune is evidence of our success in Hyderabad in just a single year. Having worked in the education sector for more than thirty years, I have witnessed a significant shift in the way that learning is accomplished, and Dreamtime Learning Hub is a prime example of this change. In contrast to the conventional model, it is encouraging to see parents adopting personalized learning. We encourage the value of fostering social-emotional learning, fostering cooperation, and providing hyper-individualized instruction. In my opinion, education is a transformative experience that enables individuals to fulfill their potential, find their passions, and positively impact the world.”

Speaking on the Launch, Sudhir Chandra Goenka, Chairman of Goenka Global Education said, “Today marks an important milestone in our journey to redefine education. The opening of our new micro-school, Dreamtime Learning hub Pune, marks our commitment to unlocking every child’s full potential and instilling a love of learning. Here, we’re not just building new classrooms. We’re creating spaces where curiosity reigns supreme, where students are the architects of their knowledge, and dreams soar high. Let’s take this journey together, redefining education one student at a time.”

The hub is enrolling learners aged 3 to 16, bringing an exclusive community of 180 learners who can co-create and learn alongside the child in an experiential, engaging, and collaborative environment. Additionally, to give an immersive experience, the hub offers exceptional facilities catering to student’s diverse needs, including the community hub, studio space, drone, robotic space, the learning hub, tree house, animal petting corner, and more.

Sapna Agarwal, Principal/Hub Champ, Dreamtime Learning Hub Pune, said, “I am glad and excited to be a driving force at Dreamtime Learning Hub Pune, continuing the remarkable legacy of Ms. Lina Ashar’s 35 years of dedication. As we expand our reach into other metropolitan areas, our goal is not just to expand our reach, but to maintain the quality and innovation, that has defined our expertise in the education landscape. We believe that every child deserves access to high-quality education tailored to their unique needs and interests. Through this concept of micro-schooling, we aim to create a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Together we will shape the next generation, instilling a passion for learning and helping young minds achieve their full potential. The impact we are making on the education landscape in Pune city, with our micro school model is mind-boggling, and I can’t wait to see what opportunities & challenges lie ahead.”

With its state-of-the-art facilities, Dreamtime Learning Hub is poised to replicate its successful model in other academic hubs like Bangalore, Chennai, and Delhi. This expansion is a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality, innovative education tailored to the unique needs and interests of every child.

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