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Kotak Mahindra partners with author Amish’s latest book ‘Scion of Ikshvaku’
MUMBAI: Kotak Mahindra Bank (KMB) has partnered with blockbuster author – Amish Tripathi’s latest book Scion of Ikshvaku to launch a special themed debit card.
The card featuring the cover of Scion of Ikshvaku offers discount on any book purchased at Crossword.
The Bank also launched ‘Tweet to Order’, where KMB customers registered for Hashtag Banking can order Tripathi’s book via Twitter by simply tweeting #Book Scion 262 @KotakBankLtd. Customers can also order the book from KMB’s website and avail an additional discount.
KMB is carving out unique set of services for its customers by going beyond the purview of conventional banking. In addition to offering complete retail financial solutions including a variety of savings and loan products and innovative digital solutions, KMB is enabling its customers indulge in passions like books and movies. The success of KMB’s co-branded credit card with PVR Cinemas is testimony to customers’ preference for such lifestyle propositions from the bank.
Kotak Mahindra Bank president – consumer banking Shanti Ekambaram said, “Movies and books are soul candies. They not only entertain, but have the power to inspire, motivate and uplift. We have India’s most successful co-branded card in partnership with PVR Cinemas, which delivers superior entertainment experiences to our customers.”
“Our partnership with Amish’s latest book is a step towards enabling our customers to enjoy what they like and thereby, build a stronger connect with them. We want to partner our customers to not only meet their financial goals but also offer myriad lifestyle experiences,” added Ekambaram.
Kotak Mahindra Bank senior EVP, head – personal assets Sumit Bali stated, “The special themed debit card is a unique addition in our cards portfolio, and a prized possession for any book lover. We will continue offering exclusive propositions in areas of lifestyle and passion, and make banking with us more delightful.”
Tripathi added, “I am confident that the special themed debit card and Tweet to Order will provide an enriching experience to KMB’s customers. It is indeed a wonderful service for book lovers.”
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FSS names Anand Krishnamurthi head of global digital delivery
Tech veteran to drive AI-first, cloud-led transformation in payments globally
CHENNAI: Financial Software and Systems (FSS), an AI-first payment infrastructure company, has appointed Anand Krishnamurthi as head of global digital delivery.
In his new role, Anand Krishnamurthi will lead FSS’s global digital delivery capabilities, focusing on AI-first and cloud-led transformation while ensuring predictable, high-quality outcomes for customers worldwide. He will be based in Chennai and report to V. Balasubramanian, CEO of FSS.
Bringing 28 years of experience in technology and digital transformation across banking, capital markets, financial services, and insurance, Anand has held senior leadership positions at Cognizant and NuSummit. He is recognised for scaling multi-geography delivery teams, leading mission-critical platforms, and embedding AI-driven automation in complex, regulated environments.
“What drew me to FSS is its deep payments expertise, strong product DNA, and the scale at which its platforms power real-world financial ecosystems,” said Anand Krishnamurthi. “I aim to strengthen delivery predictability, execution rigor, and engineering quality, building empowered teams that deliver measurable customer outcomes. FSS has a unique opportunity to create real-time, AI-infused payments infrastructure that is resilient, secure, and globally scalable.”
V. Balasubramanian added, “Anand’s track record in leading multi-geography delivery programs and AI-first operating models makes him the ideal leader for FSS as we accelerate our AI-driven digital payments business. His leadership will help us raise the bar for outcomes globally.”
This appointment is part of FSS’s broader push to build an AI-powered, cloud-native delivery organisation capable of meeting the evolving needs of banks, fintechs, and financial institutions worldwide.
