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Techugo appoints Akshay Gupta as vice president for global IT
NOIDA: Techugo, the global mobile application development and digital transformation firm, has appointed Akshay Gupta as vice president, IT for global markets, signalling its intent to sharpen technology leadership as it scales across borders.
In his new role, Gupta will lead Techugo’s global IT strategy, with a focus on building secure, high-performance and scalable technology frameworks that support worldwide operations. His mandate is clear: align technology with business outcomes, strengthen global delivery, and help power the company’s next phase of international growth.
Gupta joins Techugo from Global Innovations, where he served as chief business officer and steered revenue planning, operations and cross-functional teams across markets. He played a key role in driving business transformation through technology-led initiatives.
Over the years, he has held senior leadership positions at AdCrest Media LLC, Digital Cappuccino and Ackrolix Innovations, contributing to market expansion and operational growth in the digital space. His career also includes consulting stints with global brands such as HP, HCL Technologies, Google ETO, OLX Group and Unacademy, giving him a rare blend of enterprise scale exposure and startup agility.
What sets Gupta apart is his unconventional journey. He began in sales, marketing and P&L leadership before moving steadily into IT operations, infrastructure planning and digital systems. That transition has shaped his belief that technology works best when it speaks the language of business.
Commenting on the appointment, Techugo CEO and co-founder Abhinav Singh said, “Akshay understands both sides of the table. He has driven revenue and quietly built IT strategy behind the scenes. As we expand globally and invest deeper in enterprise and AI-led solutions, his leadership will be critical in creating a robust and future-ready IT ecosystem.”
Gupta said he was excited to join Techugo at a pivotal moment. “My journey from business leadership to IT strategy has reinforced one simple truth: technology must enable growth, efficiency and scale. Techugo is at an exciting stage globally, and I look forward to working with teams across regions to build secure, efficient and innovative systems that deliver real value to clients.”
With this appointment, Techugo continues to position IT not as a support function, but as a strategic engine for global growth.
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KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
