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  • HGS shines bright as Nxtdigital and One bag top honours at BCS Ratna 2025

    HGS shines bright as Nxtdigital and One bag top honours at BCS Ratna 2025

    MUMBAI: When it rains, it pours and for Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS), the shower has been of accolades. Its media and broadband arms, Nxtdigital and Oneott International LTD. (OIL), have walked away with top honours at the 11th BCS Ratna Awards 2025, one of India’s most coveted forums celebrating media and entertainment excellence.

    Nxtdigital, HGS’ digital content distribution platform, snagged the ‘Most Innovative Technology Provider’ trophy. At the heart of its win is the Nxthub model, a first-of-its-kind framework that has reimagined last-mile delivery. From India’s only Headend-in-the-Sky (HITS) platform to broadband and OTT, Nxtdigital has stitched it all into one integrated ecosystem. The result? Satellite-powered digital connectivity that now stretches across 4,500 pin codes, powering Tier 2, Tier 3 and rural India with digital TV and high-speed broadband.

    Meanwhile, One Broadband among India’s top internet service providers was named ‘Best ISP Delivering in Rural India’. Its formula is deceptively simple yet deeply effective: aggregating local cable operators and last-mile owners through its Strategic Alliance Partner (SAP) model. This has enabled the brand “One” to deliver not just broadband, but OTT-ready services and AI-enabled customer support into homes and businesses beyond the metros.

    “This recognition is more than a feather in our cap, it’s a responsibility,” said Nxtdigital media businesses CEO and HGS whole-time director Vynsley Fernandes. “It reaffirms our mission to build platforms that simplify access, scale with ease, and solve real-world challenges through innovation.”

    For HGS, the wins come as it doubles down on customer-first strategies and scalable tech investments, bolstering its footprint across both bustling cities and underserved villages. At BCS Ratna 2025, the message was clear: whether beaming via satellite or streaming via fibre, HGS is scripting a connectivity story that’s as inclusive as it is innovative.

  • NXTDIGITAL appoints Rajiv Bhargava as chief financial officer

    NXTDIGITAL appoints Rajiv Bhargava as chief financial officer

    Mumbai: NXTDIGITAL, the digital media division of Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS), has appointed Rajiv Bhargava as its chief financial officer.

    Rajiv, a chartered accountant with over three decades of experience, has held leadership roles at Sony Pictures Networks, PepsiCo India Holdings, and Gujarat Tea Processors and Packers (Wagh Bakri Tea Group). His expertise spans media and entertainment, FMCG, banking, pharmaceuticals, and retail. Known for his skills in financial planning, risk management, and operational efficiency, Rajiv has a track record of driving cost savings, improving profitability, and leading teams toward excellence. He is also passionate about digital transformation in finance within the media and entertainment sectors.

    HGS’ whole-time director and head of the media group Vynsley Fernandes said, “We are delighted to welcome Rajiv to Hinduja Global Solutions and the Nxt Media Group. We’re looking forward to have Rajiv lend his expertise and experience to our business as we embark on another growth phase.”

    Bhargava said, “I am excited to join NXTDIGITAL and leverage my expertise in finance to drive business transformation, especially at a time when media, entertainment and technology is seeing convergence. I am devoted to ensuring a robust financial future by managing key finance functions, accounts and revenue management, and I look forward to collaborating with teams and partners to ensure a unified vision for the future.”

  • ONEOTT iNTERTAINMENT launches its enterprise networking solutions brand “CELERITYX”

    ONEOTT iNTERTAINMENT launches its enterprise networking solutions brand “CELERITYX”

    Mumbai: India’s fourth largest private internet service provider ONEOTT iNTERTAINMENT Limited (OIL), the broadband subsidiary of Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS) announced that it is foraying into the fast-growing enterprise solutions segment in India, leveraging its expertise in technology and domain knowledge gained through its B2C business.

    The new brand – CelerityX offers a portfolio of bespoke digital solutions for enterprise customers of any scale or strength.

    “CelerityX” combines the word “Celerity”, meaning swiftness or speed, with the letter “X”, which connotes advanced, cutting-edge technology. The brand name reinforces the strong focus on speed, agility, and technology.

    CelerityX is all about making networking as easy as using a couple of clicks. The brand offers a comprehensive suite of enterprise solutions, including cutting-edge Broadband over Satellite (BoS), Fiber, and 5G MESH networks, as well as zero-touch digitally enabled industry solutions, across on-premises, cloud, and platform economy environments. Irrespective of the size and scale of the enterprise, CelerityX solutions empower businesses to achieve new heights of efficiency and performance, including significant improvement in productivity and uptimes and definitive reduction in costs.  

    Digital Media Business whole-time director at HGS and head Vynsley Fernandes said, “We are thrilled to introduce CelerityX to the business world. The brand drives forward our value proposition of making networking faster and simpler for enterprises that demand speed, performance, and reliability. CelerityX will leverage the installed pan-India infrastructure, footprint and network of not only NXTDIGITAL and OIL but also a host of partners who want to monetise their assets.”

    CelerityX chief business officer at OIL and business head Sameer Kanse, said, “As an enterprise solutions business, CelerityX is committed to providing innovative solutions and exceptional customer experience. With CelerityX, complexity meets simplicity to empower enterprise businesses for unprecedented success. We provide a complete suite of enterprise networking and connectivity solutions to simplify, secure, and enhance the performance of applications in the cloud economy through a digitally enabled service experience.”

    CelerityX is a digitally-enabled networking solution brand that leverages the over 350  city network built by OIL and works extensively with over 10,000 partners of NXTDIGITAL, the Digital Media division of HGS across India to create a pervasive, high-uptime and managed network. CelerityX offers a single interface for feasibility, service delivery visibility, assurance, and billing, allowing enterprises to focus on business outcomes while it manages the network delivery. 

  • Hinduja Global Solutions inducts Vynsley Fernandes on the board

    Hinduja Global Solutions inducts Vynsley Fernandes on the board

    Mumbai: Vynsley Fernandes has been inducted as an additional director on the board of Hinduja Global Solutions Ltd. (HGSL) in line with the transfer of the media & communications business from NxtDigital Ltd. (NDL) to HGSL.

    He will continue as the chief executive officer (CEO) of the media & communications division at HGSL, including the portfolio ranging from digital television via satellite (HITS) and cable to broadband, content syndication, and teleshopping.

    Whole-time director and chief financial officer Amar Chintopanth will continue to lead the top management of NDL under the able guidance and leadership of the board of directors.

    Following receipt of the final sanction and approval from NCLT, the media & communications business undertaking of NxtDigital Ltd. (NDL), including the assets and liabilities together with the subsidiaries, was transferred to Hinduja Global Solutions Ltd. (HGSL).

    As a result, he has resigned from his role and board position at NxtDigital Ltd.

    The new NDL will focus on the next phase of reorganisation with the intention of maximising the value of its shareholders, taking the necessary regulatory and other preparatory actions.

  • NxtDigital receives NCLT sanction to the scheme of arrangement with Hinduja Global Solutions

    NxtDigital receives NCLT sanction to the scheme of arrangement with Hinduja Global Solutions

    Mumbai: On Friday, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) gave its final approval and sanction to the scheme of arrangement between NxtDigital (NDL) and Hinduja Global Solutions (HGSL).

    The media & communication business undertaking, including the assets and liabilities as well as the subsidiaries, is transferred to HGSL in accordance with the scheme.

    Amar Chintopanth, a full-time director and the company’s chief financial officer, will remain in that position. The new NDL will concentrate on the next stage of its reorganisation after the scheme takes effect, taking the necessary regulatory and other pre-emptive steps.

    The final order of the NCLT was recorded during a board of directors meeting that was held for the company. Additionally, the board has set 23 November 2022 (the close of business) as the record date for the list of shareholders who will be qualified to receive shares issued by HGSL under the scheme of arrangement.

    All NDL shareholders who held equity shares in the company as of 23 November 2022, at the close of business, will receive an allocation of equity shares in HGSL equal to 20 equity shares fully paid up in HGSL for every 63 equity shares fully paid up in NDL.

    More significantly, all NDL shareholders as of the record date will be qualified to take part in any corporate actions that HGSL chooses to take, including dividends (interim and final), buybacks, and other actions, if any, after the record date.

  • Nxtdigital board approves transfer of digital, media & communication biz to HGSL

    Nxtdigital board approves transfer of digital, media & communication biz to HGSL

    Mumbai: Nxtdigital (NDL) board of directors has approved the proposed scheme of arrangement between NDL and Hinduja Global Solutions Ltd (HGSL) and their respective shareholders for the demerger of the digital, media and communications business undertaking of NDL into HGSL on a going concern basis.

    The board also approved the share exchange ratio for the proposed transfer. The ratio was approved based on the comprehensive valuation exercise carried out and recommended by two independent valuers – KPMG Valuation Services LLP and SSPA & Co Chartered Accountants. As per the valuation, each shareholder of NDL holding 63 equity shares will receive 20 fully paid equity shares (post bonus) of the face value of Rs 10 per share of HGSL.  

    These new share allotments in HGSL will be over and above the existing shares of NDL held by the shareholders, thus retaining their existing shareholding in NDL.

    “The media and entertainment industry is going through a digital transformation on the back of emerging technologies,” said Nxtdigital managing director and CEO Vynsley Fernandes. “The proposed transfer, once completed, will fuel our expansion plans in the digital space, as we look to harness analytics and automation to grow our digital portfolio across video, broadband, OTT, WiFi and other services.”

    “NDL shall pursue other high growth-oriented business opportunities in a restructured manner including rebranding, renaming in consonance with potential M&A proposals,” said the statement.

    The proposed scheme is subject to all shareholder and regulatory approvals and the approval of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

  • Nxtdigital board gives in-principle nod for digital, media biz to be acquired by Hinduja Global Solutions

    Nxtdigital board gives in-principle nod for digital, media biz to be acquired by Hinduja Global Solutions

    Mumbai: Nxtdigital Board on Friday accorded in-principle approval for its digital and media businesses comprising broadband, HITS, digital cable television, content syndication & teleshopping to be acquired by Hinduja Global Solutions Limited (HGSL).

    The proposed acquisition is subject to all statutory or regulatory approvals and approval of the shareholders.

    The move is set to fuel and accelerate Nxtdigital Ltd (NDL)’s planned expansion across the digital ecosystem through synergies with HGS’ strength in digital processing and back-end expertise. “NDL will focus on harnessing the best of emerging technologies, whilst expanding its portfolio of digital solutions across geographies,” it said in a statement on Friday.

    The proposed acquisition will include the management team, employees, all businesses and technology across the entire media, communications and broadband spectrum.

    According to the details available, the proposed acquisition will result in shareholders of NDL receiving shares of HGS as per an independent share swap valuation, subject to applicable regulatory approvals.

    The media vertical of the global Hinduja group, Nxtdigital has launched some innovative solutions in the recent past and planned significant expansion in the emerging digital solutions space. “This move will provide much needed synergies, by leveraging the inherent expertise of HGS in the digital back-office and processes space, while allowing the media business to focus on digital expansion. This is also in line with NDL’s vision and mission of being a significant digital platforms company, harnessing the best of emerging technologies, whilst expanding its portfolio of digital solutions across geographies,” it said in a statement.

    The company said it will appoint independent valuers to carry out the valuation exercise and submit the report including share exchange ratio; besides also appointing other key intermediaries to facilitate the proposed move.