BHUBANESWAR, India, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Like every year, the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings have been announced, and KIIT Deemed to be University (https://kiit.ac.in/), Bhubaneswar has once again secured a remarkable position. In the 2025 edition, KIIT has achieved the 184th rank in Asia, marking a significant improvement from last year’s position of 196. This advancement reaffirms KIIT’s steady progress and its growing recognition in the realm of global academic excellence.

THE Asia University Ranking 2025 Declared – KIIT Rises to 184th Position in Asia; 8th in India

With this latest ranking, KIIT stands as the 8th best university in India across both government and private institutions. It has achieved this position among many prestigious Indian institutes. Additionally, it retains its distinction as the top-ranked Deemed University in Eastern and Northern India. Notably, in the subject of Sports Science, KIIT is ranked 2nd in India.

This year’s rankings feature 853 universities from 35 countries and territories. The assessment is based on their performance in research, teaching, knowledge transfer and international outlook. The rankings, evaluated using 18 performance indicators, are trusted by students, academics, policymakers and industry leaders worldwide.

Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated faculty, staff, students, alumni, and well-wishers who have played a pivotal role in this achievement. “This recognition reflects the collective efforts and the mission-driven spirit that define KIIT. We share this success with every individual who believes in our values,” he stated.

KIIT has consistently featured in prestigious global rankings, including the THE World University Rankings and QS Rankings. The university has also earned major international accreditations such as IET, ABET, and others, further cementing its status as a global centre of excellence in higher education.

It is worth highlighting that despite being only 27 years old, KIIT has outperformed several well-established institutions on the list – many of which have been around for over 50 years. Furthermore, it received its deemed-to-be-university status just 21 years ago.

BANGKOK, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dataxet, the leading media intelligence group in Southeast Asia, marks its fifth anniversary since its founding by industry veterans David Liu, Jason Lee, Robert Kabus, Amien Krisna, Chris Seto, and Joseph Wong in 2020. Established with a vision to revolutionize media intelligence across the region, Dataxet has successfully leveraged big data and AI-driven technologies to help PR, Corporate Communication, and Marketing professionals engage audiences with greater insight and impact.

To realize their vision, Dataxet has made significant investments in developing a fully integrated, AI-enabled platform—dxt:360—alongside high-value insight products and services under dxt:solutions. These advanced capabilities are leveraged by their top-tier talent in market-leading operations throughout the region to fuel client growth and success.

Recently, Dataxet’s leadership teams from all markets convened to celebrate this milestone, align on the strategic roadmap for the next phase of growth, and reinforce the company’s “One Dataxet” culture. While the group has many new innovations in the pipeline, they will continue to deliver the benefits of a world-class group with unsurpassed local market expertise.

“We are grateful to our customers, whose trust and partnership have been instrumental in our journey,” said Dataxet Group CEO David Liu. “With the continued support of our dedicated team, investment partners, and industry collaborators, Dataxet is well-positioned to accelerate its expansion across Asia and beyond.”

About Dataxet
Dataxet is Southeast Asia’s leading media intelligence group, providing AI-powered platforms and tailored insight solutions that enable organizations to make data-fed, insight-led communication and marketing decisions. With a strong presence across the region, Dataxet combines cutting-edge technology with deep local expertise to deliver actionable intelligence that drives business impact.

SHANGHAI, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Horizon Robotics (stock code: 9660.HK), a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, announced a strategic partnership with DENSO, a leading mobility supplier, to co-develop competitive assisted driving solutions. By combining Horizon’s acclaimed Journey series processing hardware with DENSO’s deep expertise in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) R&D and full-vehicle integration, the two companies aim to deliver a safer and more convenient assisted driving experience for drivers and passengers.

At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, Horizon Robotics and DENSO announced their collaboration on advanced integrated driving assistance solutions tailored to China’s unique road conditions. With a focus on safe and secure mobility, the partnership aims to further improve the responsiveness of critical functions, including acceleration, steering and braking, ensuring optimum assisted driving experiences across both urban and highway scenarios. A key highlight of the collaboration is the integration of DENSO’s proprietary sensor technologies with Horizon’s Journey series processing hardware, enabling high‑performance, cost‑effective ADAS solutions that accelerates the broader adoption of advanced assisted‑driving technologies.

Eiji Inoue, Executive Officer, Chief Executive Officer for China Region of DENSO CORPORATION, Chairman & President of DENSO (CHINA) INVESTMENT CO., LTD., said: “Since entering China in 1987, DENSO has continuously evolved to meet local market needs in China, delivering safer and greener mobility experiences to Chinese consumers. As a leading smart driving solution provider, Horizon Robotics’ Journey series processing hardware and HSD (Horizon SuperDrive™) urban driving assistance system demonstrate great potential for exceptional performance and scalability. We are pleased to deepen our local collaboration with Horizon and actively support the intelligent transformation of China’s automotive industry.”

Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics, said: “We are honored to partner with DENSO, a global leader in automotive technology with a strong reputation for technical strength and innovation in automotive components. Our companies share a strong vision for safe and smart mobility. Looking forward, Horizon Robotics will leverage its hardware‑software integration expertise to collaborate with DENSO in R&D and product deployment, jointly driving the evolution of automotive intelligence.”

This strategic partnership with DENSO – a trusted partner of global leading OEMs – further strengthens Horizon’s global Tier-1 network. It also marks a key milestone for DENSO in deepening its local technology footprint and expanding its ADAS product and technology portfolio in China. Together, both companies are committed to building an open ecosystem to empower OEMs in order to ensure safety, pleasure and convenience for drivers and passengers.

About Horizon Robotics
With its mission to make human life safer and better, Horizon Robotics is a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, empowered by its proprietary software and hardware technologies. Its solutions combine cutting-edge algorithms, purpose-built software and processing hardware, providing the core technologies for smart driving that enhance the safety and experience of drivers and passengers. Horizon Robotics is a key enabler for the smart vehicle transformation and commercialization with its integrated solutions deployed on mass scale.

SINGAPORE, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — World-leading engine manufacturer Weichai has received the 2025 Manufacturing Award at the Singapore Business Review (SBR) International Business Awards. The accolade recognizes the company’s breakthroughs in thermal efficiency and cross-border collaboration in green manufacturing transformation.

Weichai has long focused on enhancing the efficiency of internal combustion engines. In April 2024, it set a new global benchmark by achieving 53.09% thermal efficiency in its diesel engine — the highest ever recorded in the industry. Technical experts view this milestone as a critical step toward practical emissions reduction in heavy-duty applications.

In parallel with efficiency gains, Weichai is accelerating its exploration of clean energy pathways. In 2024, it launched Singapore’s first long-term maritime trial using B100 biodiesel. Operated within the Port of Singapore, the trial marks a strategic step towards decarbonizing the maritime sector. Company representatives noted that the biodiesel initiative is not merely a technical validation, but a proactive alignment with the global net-zero agenda in shipping.

As Singapore accelerates its transition into a green, low-carbon manufacturing hub — Weichai is advancing collaborative R&D with institutions such as Nanyang Technological University. Its ongoing research all designed to align with Singapore’s carbon neutrality roadmap.

“This recognition underscores Weichai’s role as a technological partner in regional low-carbon transformation,” said the company’s technical manager. “Our innovations are powering the next generation of green infrastructure.”

Industry analysts believe Weichai’s dual progress in thermal efficiency and clean fuels offers a scalable Chinese solution for the Asia-Pacific region’s green industrial transformation.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gleneagles Hospital Penang today launched the new SOMATOM Pro.Pulse Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner, the very first of its kind in Southeast Asia. This cutting-edge technology enables faster, more accurate diagnostics – supporting better treatment decisions, improved outcomes and a more comfortable patient experience across the region.

“The introduction of these cutting-edge machines means more patients will receive timely and accurate diagnoses, all while experiencing a smoother and more efficient scanning process. This milestone is a clear testament to the power of public-private collaboration—bringing together technology, investment, and medical expertise to build a healthier future for all,” said Yang Berhormat Daniel Gooi, Penang State EXCO of Youth, Sports and Health.

The SOMATOM Pro.Pulse by Siemens Healthineers is designed to make CT scans faster and more comfortable, especially for patients with irregular heart rates or difficulty staying still during routine examinations. With features like the AI-powered myExam companion, the system personalizes each scan, adjusting it based on factors like heart rate and breathing ability. This ensures smoother examinations for patients, especially children and the elderly, reducing the time spent in the CT Room and making sure the overall experience is comfortable.

“At Gleneagles Hospital Penang, we are dedicated to using the latest technology to enhance patient care. The acquisition of the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse CT is a testament to our commitment to providing the highest standard of care while minimizing stress and discomfort for our patients. We are proud to be the first in Southeast Asia to use this system, which will expand access for advanced CT scans for Penang residents and boost medical tourism,” said Ng Bong Seng, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Gleneagles Hospital Penang.

In addition to improving patient comfort, the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse is 20% more energy-efficient, featuring an advanced air-cooling system that reduces energy consumption and optimizes operations. This aligns with the commitment of Gleneagles Hospital Penang to sustainability and environmentally friendly practices, allowing the hospital to reinvest its focus on improving patient care.

“At Siemens Healthineers, we aim to make advanced technologies like dual source CT more accessible, supporting greater diagnostic confidence and more efficient workflows. The SOMATOM Pro.Pulse is designed to balance clinical performance with patient comfort, in line with Gleneagles Hospital Penang’s commitment to improving patient care,” said Siow Ai Li, Managing Director, Siemens Healthineers Malaysia and Singapore.

For more information about the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse and the advanced healthcare services offered at Gleneagles Hospital Penang, please visit the hospital’s website, visit gleneagles.com.my/penang

This press release and the press picture are available at: https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-my/press-room/press-features/first-somatom-pro-pulse-gleneagles-penang

The product/features mentioned in this press release is/are not commercially available in all countries. Due to regulatory reasons their future availability cannot be guaranteed. Please contact your local Siemens organization for further details. The product and features mentioned in this press release are meant for healthcare professionals only.

Contact for media enquiries, please get in touch with:

Siemens Healthineers
Nitiakaran (Leo) Selvaraj
Head of Marketing-Communications and Digital Engagement/Govt Affairs
+6012 393 2789; nitiakaran.selvaraj@siemens-healthineers.com

Gleneagles Hospital Penang / IHH Healthcare Malaysia
Yasmin Farahanim Wahab
Assistant Manager, Public Relations
+6012 542 3466; yasmin.wahab@ihhhealthcare.com

A cultural reimagining of bubble tea through contemporary art…

Orbitel International’s O’s Bubble reinterprets Taiwan’s most iconic drink as a creative catalyst

LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a city synonymous with its bubble tea culture, Orbitel International, under its creative brand O’s Bubble, is flipping the script on how brands engage with culture.

Their latest endeavor — BOBA YOU X ME — launches this April as Taiwan’s first-ever cultural and artistic bubble tea exhibition. Through this historic collaboration between an FMCG leader and four Taiwanese artists, the project reshapes a humble drink into a symbol of resilience, connection, and transformation.

Opening April 26 at Node94 in Taipei, the exhibition runs until May 10 and coincides with “BubbleTeaDay” (April 30). Across 15 days, visitors will encounter mirrored floors, figurative sculptures, and kinetic installations that reframe the ubiquitous boba pearl as a trans-cultural icon.

When FMCG Meets Fine Art: A First in Taiwan 

Unlike traditional brand showcases, BOBA YOU X ME is an immersive artistic provocation, a quiet divergence from commercial tropes. Orbitel International doesn’t simply sponsor this project; it co-creates it. Behind the vision is a team of creatives who saw in boba not just nostalgia, but narrative, led by the mind of Orbitel International’s own Creative Director, Ken Hsieh.

“We believe in the elasticity of Taiwan’s culture — how it bounces across oceans, soft but strong,” said Fanny Chen, Co-Founder and CEO of Orbitel International. “This isn’t about selling drinks. This is about sending Taiwan’s creative voice abroad, shaped by artists, sustained by community.”

Four Artists, Four Interpretations of ‘Connection’

Ken Hsieh – The Creative Brainchild Behind the Expo,

“Design is my language. But art is how I ask questions.”

As the project’s conceptual lead and Creative Director of Orbitel International, Hsieh embodies the intersection of design, emotion, and brand culture. A recipient of iF Design, Red Dot, and Lahti Triennale honors, his dual life as a painter and designer has made him one of Taiwan’s most versatile creative voices. His curatorial vision threads the show together — part visual poetry, part cultural invitation. 

Rong-Chih Huang – Curating Play and Participation,

“A good exhibition invites reflection. A great one invites response.”

As a senior curator and education lead at the Ju Ming Museum, Huang merges pedagogy with participation. His practice builds bridges between contemporary art, children’s imagination, and social spaces. 

Chi-Hsuan Hsieh – Sculpting Silence,

“Sculpture lets me anchor fleeting things — a smile, a season, a goodbye.”

Recipient of the 2024 Kaohsiung Art Award, Hsieh’s sculptural lexicon spans the monumental and the miniature. His works are about presence — sometimes still, often aching — always reflective of a world in transition. 

Shang-Fu Tsai – Assemblage of Absurdity, 

“I build misfits. Things that twitch, blink, creak—like us, like memory.”

Known for reimagining discarded materials into mechanical storytelling, Tsai explores human quirks through malfunctioning installations. His practice — part satire, part kinetic theatre — teases at the logic of the everyday. 

A Soft Power Statement 

In a world chasing speed and sales,  Orbitel International chooses a different pace — one led by artistic sincerity and cultural integrity. Through BOBA YOU X ME, the brand affirms that commerce and creativity are not in opposition, but co-conspirators in building lasting meaning.

“We’re not just serving beverages,” says Charlotte Chen Vice President  Sales & Marketing, Orbitel International, “We’re serving stories. Each smile, each sip, each sculpture — it all speaks to how we connect, how we belong, and how we imagine.”

Exhibition Details  for BOBA YOU X ME 

• Dates: April 26 – May 10, 2025
• Venue: Node94, B1, No. 94 Chaozhou St, Da’an District, Taipei
• Opening Ceremony: April 26 at 11:00 AM
• Public Hours: Weekends 11:00–19:00 | Friday 13:00-19:00 | Weekdays 13:00–18:00
• Artist Dialogue Salon: May 3 at 14:00 PM, at Naturdise Café

For all images please click on BOBA YOUXME-download

For more information about Orbitel Internation, visit https://orbitelinternational.com

https://osbubble.com 

Media Inquiries & RSVP 

We warmly welcome friends from the media in Taiwan and all across the globe (if you are in Taiwan), to join us in experiencing this cultural milestone. For interviews, images, press previews, or curated walk-throughs, please contact: 

Name: Nina Jen

Title: Marketing Manager

Email: marketing@orbitel.com.tw