On World Environment Day, Numeros Motors Debuts First COCO Showroom in Bangalore

Numeros Motors Unveils First Company-Owned Showroom in Bangalore on World Environment Day

Bangalore, June 5, 2025 — In a move reinforcing its commitment to sustainable transportation, homegrown EV manufacturer Numeros Motors today launched its first Company-Owned, Company-Operated (COCO) showroom in Rajajinagar, Bangalore. The opening, timed with World Environment Day, reflects the brand’s broader mission to drive clean mobility solutions across India’s urban landscape.

The 1,000 sq. ft. facility is designed to cater to both personal and commercial users, offering a curated retail experience for electric two-wheelers built on the brand’s Diplos platform. At the forefront is the newly launched Diplos Max, a multi-utility e-scooter with an IDC-certified range of 140 km and a full charge time of 3–4 hours. Available in Sonic Silver, Cosmos Blue, and Crimson Red, the scooter embodies the company’s design ethos of Safety, Reliability, and Durability.

The showroom is segmented into two dedicated zones:

The Family Zone, which highlights EVs built for daily commuting with features tailored for households.

The Business Zone, designed for delivery professionals and fleet operators, offering practical, load-ready options with modular attachments.


Numeros Motors is also reimagining the test ride experience by offering real-world trial routes simulating daily traffic and road conditions. In-store instructional content ensures even first-time EV users can explore with confidence.

Customers visiting the showroom can expect:

Walk-in-friendly product exploration with clear USP displays

Same-day vehicle delivery and servicing

Complimentary public EV charging points outside the showroom — open to all electric two-wheelers, regardless of make


Speaking at the launch, Mr. Shreyas Shibulal, Founder & CEO of Numeros Motors, said, “This isn’t just a retail outlet — it’s a milestone in our journey toward accessible, clean mobility. On World Environment Day, we’re proud to reinforce our commitment to purposeful, Made-in-India innovation that helps riders get the job done — whether it’s a family trip or a delivery run.”

Backed by over 13.9 million kilometers of on-road testing — the most extensive pilot conducted by any Indian EV OEM — Numeros Motors is already operational in 14 cities. The company aims to scale its network to 100 dealerships across 50 cities by FY 2026–27.

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Dr Agarwals Pioneers Robotic Cataract Surgery in Karnataka to Combat Rural Vision Loss

Bengaluru, June 5, 2025 — In a significant stride toward revolutionizing eye care in Karnataka, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital has rolled out robotic-assisted cataract surgery, addressing the growing burden of cataract-related vision loss, particularly among elderly populations in rural areas.

Cataract continues to be the leading cause of avoidable blindness among people over 50 in India, contributing to more than 60% of preventable visual impairment. Karnataka reported over 4.2 lakh cataract procedures in the 2022–23 period alone, reflecting an urgent need for earlier detection and intervention—especially in underserved rural regions where access to timely care remains a challenge.

The newly launched femtosecond laser-assisted surgical technology—a form of robotic surgery—automates several key steps in the cataract procedure, ensuring enhanced precision, safety, and quicker recovery for patients. The technique is bladeless and minimally invasive, offering superior lens positioning and more consistent outcomes compared to traditional methods.

“This marks a breakthrough in cataract care,” said Dr Archana S, Regional Head – Clinical Services, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, Bengaluru. “Robotic surgery allows for greater customization and accuracy, significantly improving patient outcomes while reinforcing our mission to make cutting-edge eye care widely accessible.”

Dr Sripathi, also a Regional Head at the hospital, added that while technology is improving surgical efficiency, early diagnosis remains critical. “Cataract often progresses silently. People may not realize it’s affecting only one eye until the vision loss becomes advanced. Surgery is the only definitive solution, and newer techniques make it painless and swift—but awareness and timely check-ups are key.”

In recognition of Cataract Awareness Month, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital announced it will offer free cataract evaluations across all its centers for individuals aged 50 and above. The initiative is aimed at encouraging early screening and treatment among at-risk groups.

Health experts advise that everyone over the age of 40 should undergo routine eye examinations, not just for vision correction, but also to detect early signs of cataracts, glaucoma, and other age-related eye conditions. Cataract affects approximately 3.8 million Indians annually, with incidence rates rising sharply after age 60.

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India Poised for Innovation Breakthrough, Say Global Leaders at IGIC 2025 in Bengaluru

Bengaluru, June 4, 2025 – Global industry leaders have identified artificial intelligence (AI), deep technology, clean technology, and reform-driven governance as the cornerstones of India’s future as an innovation powerhouse. Speaking at the opening day of the India Global Innovation Connect (IGIC) 2025, experts emphasized that India is at a pivotal moment to accelerate its innovation journey.

Held in Bengaluru, the two-day summit brought together a distinguished international delegation comprising technology leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, and academics from countries including the United States, Japan, Germany, Israel, South Korea, Singapore, and France. This year’s summit centers on the theme: “Innovation in the Age of AI: Business, Society and Governance.”

Sessions on the first day delved into the transformative potential of AI and emerging technologies across industries, governance, and society. Key topics included fintech evolution, future of aerospace, AI-driven education, deep science investment, and startup-corporate collaboration.

Claude Smadja, Chairman of Smadja & Smadja Strategic Advisory, remarked that India is uniquely positioned to lead in the global data and AI economy, particularly as other global powers navigate economic and technological headwinds. “India is at a critical inflection point. The momentum is right for it to emerge as a global hub for innovation,” he said.

Mohandas Pai, Chairman of Aarin Capital, highlighted the urgency of adapting education and global collaboration in a world reshaped by AI and quantum computing. “We must build interconnected ecosystems across cities and countries to ensure innovation serves all,” he added, pointing to Bengaluru as a prime example.

Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, emphasized the need for process reforms—beyond structural changes—to improve efficiency and drive impact. He underlined the strategic role of Bengaluru and Karnataka in shaping a “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India).

During a session on invisible reforms, Sanjeev Gupta, CEO of Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), stressed the importance of system thinking, capacity building, and value-driven digital transformation that directly benefits citizens and industries.

Vic Bhagat, Global Advisor at IT infrastructure services firm Kyndryl, noted that enterprises which effectively integrate AI into their operations will gain a significant competitive edge through automation and productivity gains.

From an investor perspective, Jay Krishnan, Partner at Beyond Next Ventures, spoke about the opportunities and challenges in funding deep science innovations. “We invest early in technologies rooted in science that can transform areas like climate and energy,” he noted.

IGIC 2025 is supported by the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) as a strategic partner, with sponsors including Axilor and Esri India. Knowledge partners include Covington & Burling (USA) and Swissnex, while ecosystem collaborators such as TiE, JETRO, Start2Group, and the Indian Venture Capital Association (IVCA) are also part of the initiative.

The event reaffirms India’s growing role as a central player in the global innovation ecosystem, particularly through platforms like IGIC that enable cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange.

For further details, visit: https://indiaglobalinnovationconnect.com

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ಲಿವ್-ಲವ್-ಲಾಫ್ ಫೌಂಡೇಶನ್‌ನಿಂದ ಕಾರ್ಪೊರೇಟ್‌ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಯೋಗಕ್ಷೇಮ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭ

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಉದ್ಯೋಗಿಗಳ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಉತ್ತೇಜಿಸಲು ಮತ್ತು ಒತ್ತಡ ನಿರ್ವಹಣೆಗೆ ಸಹಾಯ ಮಾಡಲು ಲಿವ್-ಲವ್-ಲಾಫ್ ಫೌಂಡೇಶನ್ (LLL) ಹೊಸ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಸಿದೆ.  ಈ ಸಮಗ್ರ ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಶೋಧನಾಧಾರಿತ ಉಪಕ್ರಮವು ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಾಂತ ಕಾರ್ಪೊರೇಟ್‌ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ಬಂದಿದೆ.

ಮುಖ್ಯ ಅಂಶಗಳು:

ಅನಾಮಧೇಯ ಸಮೀಕ್ಷೆಗಳು: ನೌಕರರ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯದ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳಲು ಅನಾಮಧೇಯ ಸಮೀಕ್ಷೆಗಳನ್ನು ನಡೆಸಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.

ಕಸ್ಟಮೈಸ್ ಮಾಡಿದ ವರದಿಗಳು: ಪ್ರತಿ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗೆ ಅವರ ಡೇಟಾದ ಆಧಾರದ ಮೇಲೆ ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಣೆ ಮತ್ತು ಶಿಫಾರಸುಗಳನ್ನು ಒಳಗೊಂಡ ವರದಿಗಳನ್ನು ನೀಡಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.

ನಾಯಕತ್ವದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಚರ್ಚೆ: ನಾಯಕತ್ವ ತಂಡದೊಂದಿಗೆ ವರದಿಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ, ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಹಣೆಗೆ ಅಗತ್ಯವಾದ ಕ್ರಮಗಳನ್ನು ರೂಪಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.

ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕ ಮಾರ್ಗಸೂಚಿಗಳು: ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗೆ ತಕ್ಕಂತೆ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಯೋಗಕ್ಷೇಮವನ್ನು ಉತ್ತೇಜಿಸಲು ಸೂಕ್ತವಾದ ಮಾರ್ಗಸೂಚಿಗಳನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.


ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವು LLL ಫೌಂಡೇಶನ್‌ನ ಸಿಇಒ ಅನಿಶಾ ಪಡುಕೋಣೆ ಅವರ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಯುತ್ತಿದೆ.  ಅವರು ಮೆಕಿನ್ಸಿ ಹೆಲ್ತ್ ಇನ್‌ಸ್ಟಿಟ್ಯೂಟ್ ನಡೆಸಿದ ಇತ್ತೀಚಿನ ಸಂಶೋಧನೆಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರ, ಭಾರತೀಯ ಉದ್ಯೋಗಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಶೇ. 51ರಷ್ಟು ಜನರು ಕೆಲಸದ ಒತ್ತಡದಿಂದ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗಳನ್ನು ಅನುಭವಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.  ಈ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ, ಉದ್ಯೋಗಿಗಳ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಕಾಪಾಡಲು ಈ ಉಪಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.

ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವು ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಾಂತ ವಿವಿಧ ಕಾರ್ಪೊರೇಟ್‌ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ಬಂದಿದೆ ಮತ್ತು ಉದ್ಯೋಗಿಗಳ ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಉತ್ತೇಜಿಸಲು ಮಹತ್ವಪೂರ್ಣ ಪಾತ್ರ ವಹಿಸುತ್ತಿದೆ.

ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ ಅಥವಾ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗೆ ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಜಾರಿಗೆ ತರಲು, ಲಿವ್-ಲವ್-ಲಾಫ್ ಫೌಂಡೇಶನ್‌ನ ಅಧಿಕೃತ ವೆಬ್‌ಸೈಟ್‌ಗೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ: thelivelovelaughfoundation.org

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Karnataka Governor Launches JGU’s 2025 Sustainability Report at Bengaluru Conclave, Emphasizes Role of Universities in Climate Action

Karnataka Governor Unveils JGU’s 2025 Sustainability Report, Calls for Climate Leadership in Higher Education

Bengaluru, June 3, 2025: O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) unveiled its 2025 Sustainable Development Report at the Bengaluru Sustainability Conclave on Tuesday, with Karnataka Governor Shri Thawaar Chand Gehlot releasing the report as the Chief Guest. The report highlights JGU’s progress in integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into its academic, operational, and community frameworks.

The report outlines key achievements over the past year, including a notable rise in sustainability-focused research, increased student participation in green initiatives, and new academic programs dedicated to environmental and social governance. The university also recorded measurable reductions in its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions, and strengthened its focus on waste management, water conservation, and health-conscious campus dining.

JGU Vice Chancellor Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar said the report reflects the university’s institutional commitment to sustainability as a core value.
“This report is not merely a summary of achievements—it’s a reflection of our mission to embed sustainability across all spheres of university life, from curriculum and research to administration and outreach,” he said.



Professor Padmanabha Ramanujam, Dean, Office of Academic Governance at JGU, emphasized the role of universities in advancing global development goals.
“Sustainability is not an add-on—it’s part of our institutional DNA. Through inclusive and ethical education, we aim to foster responsible leadership for a more just and sustainable world,” he noted.



As part of the conclave, a panel discussion on “Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals: Maximising the Impact of Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships” brought together experts from academia, law, sustainability, and business sectors. Moderated by Prof. Kumar, the panel included:

Bhawana Pingali, Founder, REVASTRA

Prof. (Dr.) Dwarika Prasad Uniyal, Acting Vice Chancellor, RV University

Jyotsna Belliappa, Director, BlueSky Sustainable Business

Megha Arora, Partner, IndusLaw

Panduranga Acharya, General Counsel, Zepto

Prashanth Sabeshan, Partner, Dentons Link Legal

Smitha Chandrashekaraiah, Legal Director, HARMAN International


The discussion highlighted the importance of knowledge-sharing and collaborative partnerships in achieving the SDGs, with speakers stressing the need for actionable frameworks that bridge academic insights with industry practices.

Looking ahead, JGU reaffirmed its goal of becoming a national and global model for sustainability in higher education, through deeper integration of climate-focused education, cross-sectoral partnerships, and student empowerment.

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