Press Release - RRP Defense and Meprolight (Israel) Announce Strategic Collaboration for Advanced Electro-Optics and Weapon Sights in India

MUMBAI, India – December 11, 2025 – RRP Defense Limited (BSE: 530929) and Meprolight Ltd., Israel, a global leader in electro-optics, night-vision and weapon-sight systems, are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration aimed at delivering next-generation defence technologies to the Indian market.

 

Under this collaboration, Meprolight and RRP Defense Limited will jointly work on the distribution, assembly, technology integration, and future localisation of Meprolight’s advanced product line in India. The partnership includes:

 

• Collaborative sales and distribution of Meprolight products within India for military and law-enforcement agencies.
• Co-development of pricing, commercial strategy, and payment terms, mutually agreed between both organisations.
• Technology transfer by Meprolight to support assembly, testing, and integration at RRP Defense’s Mahape facility under the Government of India’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.
• A long-term roadmap for local manufacturing of select electro-optic systems using indigenous components through RRP Electronics and other ecosystem partners.

 

Leadership Statements

 

Mr. Rajendra Chodankar, Chairman, RRP Defense Limited, said:

“This collaboration with Meprolight affirms India’s growing capabilities in precision defence manufacturing. Integrating world-class electro-optic technology into our Mahape facility enables us to serve the Indian Armed Forces with domestically assembled, battle-tested solutions. Together with Meprolight, we are strengthening India’s defence ecosystem and advancing our role in the global supply chain.”

 

About RRP Defense Limited

RRP Defense Limited is a leading Indian defence manufacturer dedicated to advancing the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Under the leadership of technocrat-entrepreneur Rajendra Chodankar, the company has evolved from a trading entity into a deep-tech defence production enterprise.

RRP Defense focuses on indigenising critical systems in Electro-Optics, Thermal Imaging, and UAV technologies. The company has strengthened its ecosystem through the acquisition of RRP Drone Innovation and the formation of Vimananu Limited, enabling a full spectrum of Drone-in-a-Box and anti-drone solutions.

Through collaborations with Meprolight (Israel) and CYGR (France/USA), along with indigenous semiconductor support from RRP Electronics, the company is positioned to deliver high-precision, battle-ready systems to the Indian Armed Forces and global partners.

 

About Meprolight Ltd., Israel

Meprolight is a globally recognised manufacturer of advanced electro-optic systems, night-vision devices, and weapon sights for defence, paramilitary, and law-enforcement agencies. With decades of battlefield experience and international deployment, Meprolight’s solutions are known for reliability, precision, and combat-tested performance.

 

Media Contact

Saloni Singh

RRP Defense Limited

Phone: +91 90041 48797

Press Note: Step Into FES-MAS: FES Cafe Turns December Into a Winter Wonderland

New Delhi, December 2025: This December, FES Cafe, Delhi NCR’s favourite dessert-first hangout, is unwrapping its biggest festive celebration yet: FES-MAS Wonderland, a 12-day holiday extravaganza filled with cosy moments, community events, indulgent desserts and festive magic across all outlets from 12th to 23rd December.

Kicking things off is the ultimate cosy-season starter:

FES-MAS Movie Slumber Night

On 12 December (Friday), FES Nirvana Courtyard transforms into a cosy Christmas haven, complete with warm blankets, bowls of popcorn, mini cookies, and the brand’s much-loved seasonal winter menu, including Chef’s Special Hot Chocolate, Grandmama’s Secret Latte, Strawberry Cloud Cup and more. Guests can settle in under twinkling lights for a feel-good festive film and a night built for pure December joy.

Event Details

• Date: 12 December

• Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

• Location: FES Café, Nirvana Courtyard, Gurugram

• Entry: INR 699

FES-MAS Specials: 12th–23rd December 2025

Across Galleria, GK2 and Nirvana Courtyard, FES Cafe will bring the season alive with festive drops, exciting collaborations and the brand’s signature winter menu, including the much-awaited Dessert of the Month (DOTM): Ho Ho Hot Chocolate Cake, along with exclusive beverages, including:

• Chef’s Special Hot Chocolate

• Grandmama’s Secret Latte

• Strawberry Cloud Cup
  …and other cosy, winter-perfect sips crafted to brighten cold days.

What’s Happening at FES-MAS Wonderland

Each FES outlet will also host a curated calendar of festive experiences, including:
✨ Pop-ups by beloved homegrown brands
✨ Exclusive store takeovers
✨ Skateboard workshops
✨ Vinyl listening sessions
✨ Community-led activities and cosy gatherings

Designed to recreate that nostalgic Christmas-market feeling from cities like New York and London, FES-MAS Wonderland invites the community to slow down, hang out, sip something warm, and indulge in the sweetest parts of the season, together.

About FES Cafe
Founded by Vidur Mayor, FES Cafe is India’s first 100% eggless dessert Cafe chain, built around indulgence, innovation, and connection. Designed as modern third spaces for young India, FES brings together freshly baked cookies, whipped puddings, alternative-ingredient cakes, innovative seasonal desserts, scrumptious savoury options and rotating dessert drops, retro arcade corners, and community-driven formats like Coffee Raves to create a one-of-a-kind Cafe culture.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE COMMUNICATION COUNCIL:
Ritika Sarswat | +91 9643081337 | ritika.s@tccggd.com

Simmar Vig | +91 9818808755 | simmar@tccggd.com

Press Release - Apollo Hospitals Marks 27 Years of Successful Pediatric Liver Transplantation in India Organizes a workshop, training program and CME in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology

New Delhi, December 10^th, 2025: Apollo Hospitals hosted a Clinical Update in a Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology for post graduate trainees, an endoscopy workshop and continuing medical education program for pediatricians from December 4 - 7, 2025, bringing together leading pediatric specialists and trainees from across the country and 17 countries to discuss the latest advancements in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology.

The event marked an important milestone — 27 years since India’s first successful pediatric liver transplant at Apollo Hospitals Delhi. Over the years, Apollo has played a pivotal role in advancing pediatric gastrointestinal and liver care, setting benchmarks in clinical innovation, training, and outcomes.

On 15 November 1998, Apollo Hospitals Delhi performed India’s first successful pediatric liver transplant. The first recipient, Master Sanjay, was 22 months old at the time. Today, he is 29, a practicing doctor and married. 

The workshop provided a platform for knowledge sharing on emerging techniques in pediatric therapeutic endoscopy and manometry, reinforcing Apollo’s commitment to promoting academic excellence and continuous professional learning.

Dr Prathap C Reddy, Founder & Chairman, Apollo Hospitals Group, remarked:
“When we celebrated our first transplant in 1998, I dreamt of a future where every patient in need could access world – class solutions, regardless of geography. We have now performed 5000 liver transplants, out of which 615 are in children. We have transplanted patients from more than 50 countries. As many as 30% of patients visiting pediatricians have gastrointestinal or liver problems and the treatments options are improving every year. This conference acts as a perfect platform for sharing the latest knowledge using evidence-based content and hands-on learning modules.”

Mr Shivakumar Pattabhiraman, Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals, said, “Apollo Hospitals remains committed to delivering care that meets global standards. We are privileged to have earned the trust of international patients seeking advanced treatment and best in class outcomes. Their confidence motivates us to strengthen our expertise and ensure every patient, from India and abroad, receives the highest level of care.”

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. (Prof.) Anupam Sibal, Group Medical Director and Senior Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Apollo Hospitals, said, “Apollo has been at the forefront of advancing pediatric liver and gastrointestinal care in India. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of specialists. Through such academic platforms, we continue to share knowledge, with a view to improving outcomes for children across the country. We are now able to perform ABO incompatible liver transplants, liver transplant in babies as small as 4 kgs and babies with severe comorbidities”. 

Lt. General (Dr.) Bipin Puri, Director Medical Services, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, said, “Apollo’s legacy in pediatric liver care has been built on teamwork, rigorous training and a strong commitment to clinical excellence. Over the years, we have served as a referral centre for complex cases from multiple institutions, reflecting the confidence that clinicians and families place in our expertise”. 

About Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals:

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, India's first JCI accredited hospital, is a joint venture between the Government of Delhi and Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited. Commissioned in July 1996, it is the third super-specialty tertiary care hospital set up by the Apollo Hospitals Group. Spread over 15 acres, it houses 57 specialties with more than 300 specialists and more than 700 operational beds, 19 operation theatres, 138 ICU beds, round-the-clock pharmacy, NABL accredited laboratories, 24-hour emergency services and an active air ambulance service. Apollo Hospitals Delhi has the leading programme in kidney and liver transplant in the country. The first successful paediatrics and adult liver transplants in India were performed at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. The hospital is at the forefront of medical technology and expertise. It provides a complete range of latest diagnostic, medical and surgical facilities for the care of its patients. The Hospital has introduced the most sophisticated imaging technology to India with the introduction of 64 slice CT and 3 Tesla MRI, Novalis Tx and the integrated PET Suite. 

In a ground-breaking advancement, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals has recently introduced the ZAP-X Gyroscopic Radiosurgery Platform, revolutionizing brain tumour treatment across South Asia. This state-of-the-art technology offers a non-invasive alternative to traditional brain surgery, promising improved patient outcomes and comfort. Backed by the experience and expertise of Radiation Oncologists and technical team, Indraprastha Apollo also brings the revolutionary RADIXACT - X9 that combines imaging and treatment delivery to precisely target a wide variety of Cancers.

Indraprastha Apollo has pioneered the concept of preventive health check programmes and has created a satisfied customer base over decades. The Hospital has been consistently ranked amongst the best 10 hospitals in India by The Week survey for the past few years.

Hospital website - www.apollohospdelhi.com                    Twitter: @HospitalsApollo

UNIQLO Wraps the Delhi Metro in its Signature HEATTECH Warmth this Winter

December 05, 2025, National - With the onset of winter across the capital, UNIQLO is unveiling a striking HEATTECH branding activation on the Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro. Running from 24 November through 24 December 2025, the initiative features two wrapped metro trains, each comprising eight carriages, bringing bold HEATTECH visuals to commuters across the city. 

Through this metro wrap, UNIQLO brings warmth, innovation, and function straight into the daily lives of commuters, making HEATTECH the go-to essential for a comfortable and stylish winter.

Engineered with advanced fabric technology that transforms body moisture into heat, HEATTECH remains a staple for the winter wardrobe. This campaign offers commuters an engaging introduction to the warmth, comfort, and everyday practicality of HEATTECH, ensuring travellers across Delhi and Gurgaon are equipped to welcome the season in effortless style.

 

The metro wraps bring HEATTECH’s core value - thin yet warm thermal wear — to life, offering commuters a vivid introduction to the innovative technology behind the product. By taking over high-footfall stations such as Rajiv Chowk, INA, and Sikandarpur, the campaign reinforces UNIQLO’s mission to deliver functional, innovative LifeWear tailored to local needs, providing comfort and style throughout the coldest months of the year.

 

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.