Press Release | Constl & Ciena Achieve Breakthrough 1 Tbps Transmission Across 1,450 km Long-Haul Network Using Wave Logic 6 Extreme

 Constl & Ciena Achieve Breakthrough 1 Tbps Transmission

Across 1,450 km Long-Haul Network Using Wave Logic 6 Extreme

• Constl becomes India’s first digital infrastructure provider to successfully test and deploy

a record-breaking 1 Tbps line rate over long-haul distance

• WL6e further strengthens Constl’s ambition to be the network of choice for hyperscalers in

India

• This upgrade delivers a strong competitive edge by increasing wavelength capacity and

reducing overall operational costs

NEW DELHI – December 4, 2025 – To capitalize on India’s burgeoning digital economy, Constl, a

subsidiary of Space World Group, has deployed Ciena's (NYSE: CIEN) Wave Logic 6 Extreme (WL6e)

solution. This follows a successful live trial in which Constl achieved a 1 Tbps line rate on a single

optical channel using WL6e across the 1,450 km Mumbai–Chennai route – one of the busiest and

most critical corridors for the digital infrastructure provider, without the need for regeneration.

“Since inception in 2023-just two years ago- Constl has deployed over 12,000 km of fibre and connected

around 100 data centers across 13 Indian cities, powered by Ciena’s industry-leading optical

technology,” said Ankit Goel, Chairman and Founder, Space World Group, the parent company of

Constl. “This milestone positions us to expand our terrestrial fibre network and deliver high capacity

800GbE services for the AI era.”

“Constl is committed to developing networks tailored to hyperscaler requirements, and Ciena’s coherent

optics are recognized as the best-in-class platform for high-capacity AI services,” said Amit Malik, Vice

President & General Manager, Asia Pacific, Japan and India, Ciena. “Together, we are driving next-

generation connectivity to support India’s digital future and AI ambitions.”

Using WL6e, Constl doubles fibre wavelength capacity from 800 Gb/s to 1.6 Tb/s when compared to

the earlier WaveLogic 5 Extreme deployment, while reducing cost per bit. The upgrade also improves

spectral efficiency and reduces power consumption. In addition to capacity gains, this trial is a testament

to the high-quality fibre infrastructure Constl is laying across India.

About Constl

We specialize in delivering advanced Digital Infrastructure Solutions purpose-built for hyperscalers,

telcos, and OTT/CDN’s. With a state-of-the-art, pan-India high-speed network at the core, we offer a

truly integrated digital experience. Guided by a deep understanding of our customers’ evolving needs

and the demands of the future, we are committed to building innovative, reliable, and scalable solutions

that enable seamless experiences. To know more about us visit www.constl.com or write to us at

comms@constl.com

About Ciena

Ciena is the global leader in high-speed connectivity. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to

support exponential growth in bandwidth demand. By harnessing the power of our networking systems,

interconnects, automation software, and services, Ciena revolutionizes data transmission and network

management. With unparalleled expertise and innovation, we empower our customers, partners, and

communities to thrive in the AI era. For updates on Ciena, follow us on LinkedIn and X, or visit

the Ciena Insights webpage and Ciena website.

Tamil Nadu Cities Outshine Metros in Discreet Connections

Ashley Madison Winter Map Shows Surprising Dominance of Tamil Nadu Cities for Discreet Relationships 

2nd Dec 2025, India: With the winter chills setting in, the inclination to explore the discreet relationships, emotional spaces and shared intimacy is increasing, especially in South India. Ashley Madison, the world's leading platform for discreet relationships, mapped the top Indian cities that are highlighting a rising indulgence in discreet relationships. While New Delhi claimed the top position, 8 out of the top 10 cities (per capita) are located in Tamil Nadu (TN). 

Even though the country’s capital, New Delhi, leads the list, non-metro cities like Vellore, Coimbatore, Thanjavur, Dindigul, Thoothukudi, Erode, Tirunelveli and Salem from Tamil Nadu follow closely. The surge in the sign-ups for discreet relationships in regional spaces that are often considered culturally traditional indicates evolving definitions of relationships and commitment among the younger or middle-aged population, or a heightened desire for discretion in largely close-knit communities. 

The new rankings reinforce the trend previously seen, where the temple town of Kanchipuram took the #1 spot in the summer. The latest data indicates that this growing interest in discreet relationships has a majority of the top-ranking cities originating from the state of Tamil Nadu. The dominance of these Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities over major metros suggests that the desire to redefine relationships further from the traditional understanding, is now deeply rooted beyond India's urban centers. 

“We are seeing a clear shift in the narrative with a surprising cultural evolution in regions like Tamil Nadu. The presence of so many cities from the region in the top ranks suggests that while the communities here may be close-knit and traditional in nature, individuals are finding a safe and discreet outlet to explore their individuality and desires that their primary relationship may not necessarily fulfill. Seeing so many non-metro cities is a strong indication of growing personal autonomy,” says Dr. Tammy Nelson, Relationship Expert and Consultant at Ashley Madison. 

Paul Keable, Chief Strategy Officer at Ashley Madison, adds, "This data tells a compelling story of regional adoption. The significant presence of these Southern Indian cities at the top, demonstrates that the curiosity and need for relationship alternatives are becoming universal in India. Where Kanchipuram led the charge last time in the summer, a full cohort of non-metro Tamil Nadu cities is now showing that the desire to explore intimacy on one's own terms is a powerful and growing nationwide movement." 

The attached map offers a visual snapshot of India’s most curious and discreetly explorative cities this season, showcasing how approaches to relationships are being redefined around the country.  

Press Release - BenQ Launches TK705i and TK705STi: True 4K Home Projectors Designed for Effortless Entertainment and Immersive GamePlay

 

National, December 02, 2025 — Reinforcing its leadership in home entertainment innovation, BenQ, the global leader in display technology, today introduced its latest 4K Home Projector duo — TK705i and TK705STi, designed to deliver immersive, plug-and-play entertainment in any modern living space. 

Built for Indian homes that balance work, play, and value leisure time, the new TK705i series brings together true 4K UHD clarity, 3,000 ANSI lumens brightness, and 16W trevolo Speaker System — transforming everyday streaming, gaming, and movie nights into cinematic experiences that fit seamlessly into daily life. 

“Indian households want large-screen entertainment that’s smart, simple, and ready to perform — without the hassle of setup,” said Rajeev Singh, Managing Director, BenQ India & South Asia. “With TK705i and TK705STi, we’ve built projectors that think for you — offering effortless setup, built-in Google TV, and incredible visual accuracy that adapts to any home.” 

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Seamless Setup. Instant Cinema. 

The TK705i series offers convenience with its auto focus, keystone, screen fit, obstacle avoidance, and eye protection — delivering a perfectly aligned screen in seconds. Whether set up in a living room, bedroom, or compact apartment, users get a seamless big-screen experience without any manual adjustments. 

The TK705i offers a 1.0–1.3x motorised optical zoom for flexible placement in larger rooms, while the TK705STi’s short-throw design projects a 100-inch image from just 1.8 metres — making it perfect for smaller, multi-purpose spaces common in Indian homes. 

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True 4K Brilliance for Every Moment 

Powered by BenQ’s HDR-PRO™ and CinematicColor™ technologies, both models deliver 98% Rec.709 colour accuracy, enhanced contrast, and lifelike detail. From binge-worthy OTT series to intense live sports, every frame looks cinematic and immersive — without needing a dedicated theatre room. 

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Smart Entertainment, Simplified 

With built-in Google TV and official in-built Netflix, the TK705i and TK705STi bring streaming, voice control, and smart recommendations directly to the projector. No additional dongles or devices needed — just power on and start watching.

Access over 10,000+ apps, get personalised content suggestions, and navigate effortlessly with Google Assistant or the BenQ SmartRemote app. 

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Ready for the Game. Tuned for Performance. 

For gamers, the projectors deliver ultra-low 5ms input lag at 4K/60Hz and include dedicated HDR-FPS and HDR-RPG modes optimised for real-time gameplay. 
Whether you’re exploring open worlds or racing at high speed, Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)and HDMI 2.1 with eARC ensure smooth, responsive experiences across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck. 

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Immersive Sound, Inside-Out 

Dual 8W chamber speakers with Dolby Audioand Bluetooth 5.2 complete the cinematic experience — offering rich, room-filling sound that enhances both movies and games. 

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Pricing & Availability 

The BenQ TK705i and TK705STi 4K Smart Home Projectors will be available through BenQ’s select authorised retail and online partners across India starting from December onwards 

TK705i is priced at a MRP of ₹199,990 & TK705STi at ₹2,25,000 

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Key Highlights 

• · True 4K UHD resolution with HDR-PRO™ and CinematicColor™ 
  
• · Built-in Google TV with official Netflix 
  
• · 3,000 ANSI lumens brightness for bright rooms 
  
• · 8-way Smart Image Adaptation for instant setup 
  
• · Ultra-low 5ms input lag and ALLM for gaming 
  
• · HDMI 2.1 with eARC, USB-C (30W PD) connectivity 
  
• · Dual 8W speakers with Dolby Audio & Bluetooth 5.2 
  
• · Compatible with BenQ Smart Projector Control App 
  
• · Supports BenQ AR Projector Planner(Only for iPhone & iPad users) 
  

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About the BenQ Group 

The BenQ Group is a global $25+ billion enterprise comprising nearly 20 independent companies across 30+ countries. With a combined workforce of over 100,000, the Group leverages its vertical specializations and cross-industry strengths to lead in areas such as display technology, green energy, IC design, precision components, and system integration. Unified by a shared vision of Bringing Enjoyment ‘N’ Quality to Life, the Group is committed to innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Key companies include BenQ Corporation, AU Optronics, Qisda, Darfon Electronics, and BenQ Medical Technology, among others.

Funding Announcement: Modulus Housing Raises Funding to Scale Micro-Construction Across India & Emerging Markets

 

Modulus Housing Raises 70 Crores (7.83 million USD) from Kalaari, Samarthya, Hero, Zetwerk Founder, SVAS, Sigma to Scale the Future of Micro Constructions Across India and Emerging Markets 

Chennai, India | December 2, 2025: Modulus Housing, India’s leading factory-made building construction company, has raised its first-ever funding (Series A) of 7.83 million USD to drive the next phase of growth in market expansion and R&D for new technologies and product lines. The funding was led by Kalaari Capital, Hero and Samarthya, with participation from SVAS, Sigma, Zetwerk founder - Srinath, Sanjiv Rangrass, and others.   

Founded in 2018 out of IIT Madras by Shreeram Ravichandran and P Gobinath, Modulus Housinghas grown from a bootstrapped venture into a profitable business with cumulative revenue exceeding ₹ 200 crores. The company’s operating revenue increased 38% to INR 54 Cr in FY24 from INR 39 Cr in the previous fiscal year. Modulus’ vision is to create a new category of infrastructure designed for speed, engineered for scale, and built for the low-rise buildings segment. Modulus Housing is driving this through a cloud manufacturing model - a decentralized network of partner factories across the country, and their proprietary IP-based product suite, enabling the production and delivery of modular infrastructure with precision and cost efficiency.  

This funding will enable Modulus Housing to further its mission of democratizing access to world-class infrastructure and pushing the boundaries of industrialized micro-construction. The company plans to use the proceeds of this funding to accelerate:  

 

• ● Market expansion across India and strategic global markets  
  
• ● Advanced R&D, including the launch of a next-generation concrete modular system  
  
• ● Scaling of its cloud manufacturing network and partner ecosystem  
  
• ● Doubling down on lightweight green concrete tech stack to meet the evolving needs of distributed infrastructure  
  

“We’re incredibly excited about the road ahead. From the outset, we were determined to build a company with real depth — one that proved product–market fit and validated our technology and economics before stepping on the accelerator. Having done that, we’re now at an inflection point. 

With multiple live projects across F&B, edge data centres, FMCG, oil & gas, healthcare and PSUs, Modulus is demonstrating what the future of distributed low-rise infrastructure should look like—faster, more cost-efficient, and built to higher standards of quality. 

The conviction shown by our investors further strengthens our belief that this sector is at the cusp of transformation. And the most rewarding feedback we receive is simple: that our R&D and technology are solving real-world problems and improving time, cost and quality simultaneously. That’s the Modulus promise, and we’re just getting started” Shreeram Ravichandran, Co-founder & CEO, Modulus Housing.“Micro constructions, be it in retail chain stores in Fashion, F&B or healthcare like pharmacies, labs, or distributed agri-processing, dark stores, collection, storage centers, last mile warehouses, fulfilment centers, or next-gen infrastructure like edge data centers, EV charging hubs, and modular defence facilities can only be delivered at scale through factory-built modular solutions.” said, P Gobinath, Co-founder & COO, Modulus Housing.  

 

“Modulus is solving a key problem in the infrastructure sector - where demand is decentralized, recurring, and urgent while unmet in quality expectations. Their factory-first approach brings scalability and predictability to one of the most fragmented industries. The founding team of Shreeram and Gobi have done phenomenal work in bootstrapping the company and validating the market. We believe Modulus has the potential to become a category leader in industrialized micro-construction and are excited to work with the team in their next phase of growth.” Sampath P, Partner at Kalaari Capital  

 
Modulus Housing has played a category-defining role in introducing modular construction to public infrastructure and private sector projects in India. With over 1,500 modular buildings across 21 Indian states and various parts of Africa, the company has delivered modular hospitals, cold storage facilities, site offices, and schools, supporting key sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, industrial, etc. With deployments ranging from 100 to 150 buildings distributed across districts or states per order, the company provides scalable and efficient solutions for delivering infrastructure rapidly in remote and fast-growing regions of our country to several leading companies. 

 

About Modulus Housing:  

Founded in 2018 and incubated at IIT Madras, Modulus Housing is a leading innovator in modular and prefabricated construction solutions. The company has completed over 1,500 modular buildings across India and Africa, serving key sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, food processing, industrial infrastructure, and more. With patented designs, advanced offsite manufacturing, and a focus on speed, cost-efficiency, and sustainability, Modulus helps customers deploy high-quality infrastructure up to 10 times faster than traditional methods. Headquartered in Chennai, Modulus Housing is scaling its operations across India and global markets, aiming to shape the future of construction through technology, innovation, and precision engineering. For more information, please visit www.modulushousing.com.  

 

Press Note - Credlix and Embassy of India Advance India–Mexico Trade Corridor with Successful Buyer–Seller Meet 2025

 

India, December 01, 2025: Credlix, the financial arm of Moglix and a global fintech platform for cross-border supply-chain financing, in collaboration with the Embassy of India in Mexico and supported by the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), successfully concluded the India–Mexico Buyer–Seller Meet 2025 held from 19 to 21 November across Mexico City and Toluca.  

The three-day forum brought together 30+ leading Indian exporters representing automotive components, electricals, machinery, textiles, agro-processing, cosmetics, packaging and plastics. Mexican manufacturers and distributors participated in 200+ structured B2B meetings, sector dialogues and a curated visit to the Toluca industrial ecosystem, one of Mexico’s major manufacturing clusters.  

Speaking at the inaugural session, Ambassador of India to Mexico, H.E. Dr. Pankaj Sharma, emphasized the strategic value of deeper bilateral trade. “In a period of tariff uncertainty and evolving supply-chain patterns, India and Mexico have complementary strengths that can support more diversified and reliable industrial linkages,” he noted. He highlighted that bilateral trade stands at USD 12 billion, less than 0.1 percent of each nation’s global trade, indicating significant headroom for expansion.  

Ambassador Sharma observed that Mexican firms can leverage India’s manufacturing scale and digital capabilities, while Indian exporters can use Mexico’s position under the USMCA as an entry point into North and South American markets.  

India, now the world’s fourth-largest economy, continues to accelerate its manufacturing competitiveness, supported by a large workforce and strong digital infrastructure. Mexico remains a top-ten global exporter with entrenched strengths in automotive, aerospace, electronics and agriproducts. Their convergence positions both nations to benefit from new global supply-chain configurations.  

Rahul Garg, Founder and CEO of Moglix and Credlix, said, “Our vision is to strengthen the India–Mexico Trade Corridor by combining market access, digital financing and a trusted sourcing network. This platform enables Indian exporters to integrate into North American value chains while helping Mexican companies access high-quality, cost-competitive products with the support of fast, collateral-free export credit.”  

He added that Credlix’s work with MSMEs across multiple trade lanes positions the platform to address liquidity gaps for businesses on both sides.  

At the closing session, Susa Duque, General Director at the Mexican Council for Export, Investment and Technology (COMCE), noted, “Mexico and India are shaping a partnership that extends beyond trade. What we witnessed over the past three days reflects long-term potential in investment, sectoral collaboration and industrial cooperation.”  

Credlix showcased its digital trade-finance capabilities designed to support exporters with transparent risk assessment and faster liquidity. The meet concluded with discussions among government leaders, industry bodies and exporters on opportunities for joint investment, technology partnerships and expanded manufacturing collaboration as part of the India–Mexico Trade Corridor.  

BSE Hosts Regional Investor Awareness Seminar in Coimbatore Building Knowledge. Securing Future.

BSE Hosts Regional Investor Awareness Seminar in Coimbatore Building Knowledge. Securing Future

Coimbatore, November 27, 2025: BSE Investors Protection Fund (IPF), hosted a Regional Seminar for Investor Awareness (RISA) in Coimbatore today, bringing together investors, market participants and industry leaders for an engaging and informative session. The seminar aimed to educate investors on financial markets, cyber safety and retirement planning, reinforcing the importance of informed decision-making in today’s dynamic financial landscape.

The event was graced by the Hon’ble Chairman of SEBI, Shri Tuhin Kanta Pandey, who addressed the audience on the importance of informed investing, robust regulations and India’s rapidly evolving capital market landscape. Shri Sundararaman Ramamurthy, MD & CEO, BSE, delivered the inaugural address, highlighting the company’s continued commitment to enhancing investor education and market accessibility.

The seminar also featured expert-led sessions, including a talk on cyber safety by an industry expert and a session on retirement planning by Shri K. Annamalai, Founding Partner ACS Pvt. Ltd., a SEBI empanelled institutional SMART Trainer.

The event saw active participation from investors with nearly 400 participants from Coimbatore and nearby areas. The discussions collectively underscored the need for financial awareness, digital vigilance and long-term planning, reinforcing BSE’s mission to empower investors across the country.

Speaking at the event, Hon’ble SEBI Chairman, Shri Tuhin Kanta Pandey said, “India’s capital markets are expanding at an unprecedented pace and with this growth comes a greater responsibility to ensure that every investor is informed, empowered and protected. Investor awareness is the foundation of a resilient market ecosystem and initiatives like Investor awareness programmes and regional investor seminars have helped strengthen awareness in smaller cities.”

Speaking about the initiative, Shri Sundararaman Ramamurthy, MD & CEO, BSE, "We as an organisation believe that investor education is not just an initiative, it is a responsibility that shapes the future of India’s financial ecosystem. As markets deepen and digital participation rises, empowering investors with the right knowledge, tools and safeguards becomes even more critical. Through our nationwide awareness programmes, we remain committed to building an informed investor community that can participate in India’s growth story.”

This seminar is part of BSE IPF’s ongoing efforts to promote financial literacy and empower investors across India.