Mumbai/Gurugram, India, June 1, 2026 — Black Box Limited (BSE: 500463 | NSE: BBOX), a leading global digital infrastructure integrator, and AIONOS, an AI-native enterprise technology company, today announced a strategic alliance to help enterprises accelerate AI transformation; from infrastructure build-out to measurable business outcomes.

The alliance combines Black Box’s expertise in digital infrastructure, including data centers, network connectivity, modern workplace solutions, and managed services, with AIONOS’s applied AI platforms and domain-led solutions, enabling organizations to build, deploy, and manage AI with security and resilience embedded at every layer.

CP Gurnani, Co-Founder & Vice Chairman, AIONOS said, “India is at an extraordinary inflection point. We are not just consuming AI, we are building it, exporting it, and setting the agenda for how the world deploys intelligent technology at scale. This alliance between AIONOS and Black Box is a direct expression of that belief. Black Box brings the digital infrastructure engine spanning data centers, enterprise networks, and IoT across 35+ countries, and together we cover the entire journey from the physical layer to the AI application layer.”

The two companies will jointly collaborate in developing industry-focused solutions and expanding go to-market opportunities across India, North America, EMEA, and APAC. In India, a key focus area will be the rapidly expanding Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem, where the alliance is uniquely positioned to help GCCs build AI-ready infrastructure, deploy enterprise-grade AI solutions, and create intelligent, scalable operations that integrate seamlessly with their global parent organizations.

“AI transformation begins with a strong digital foundation, and Black Box enables that foundation through mission-critical infrastructure, connectivity, and managed services that power enterprise operations worldwide. Combined with AIONOS’s applied AI platforms and domain expertise, we can help organizations move from AI ambition to AI at scale, connecting infrastructure, operations, and intelligence to create measurable business value.” said, Sanjeev Verma, President & CEO, Black Box.

What Enterprises Gain Through This Alliance 

For enterprises, this alliance delivers a unified approach to AI adoption across the full technology stack, from digital infrastructure and OT/IoT connectivity to industry-specific AI solutions, with security, resilience, and governance built into every layer. Every engagement is anchored in measurable business outcomes, including productivity improvements, cost optimization, revenue growth, and competitive differentiation, delivered through a single, globally capable, end-to-end alliance.

“Enterprises do not need more AI ambition. They need a partner who can make AI real across their entire business. That is exactly what this alliance is built for. AIONOS brings the AI platform, data capabilities, and vertical intelligence. Black Box brings the global infrastructure and delivery scale. Together, we give enterprises a single, accountable partnership that owns the transformation journey, from infrastructure to intelligence, from strategy to outcomes.”, concluded, Simmi Dhamija, Chief Operating Officer, AIONOS.

Scheduled to take place on 29–30 May 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, the event is presented by the Government of Maharashtra (GoM) and co-powered by Meta. Under this year’s theme, “AI in Action,” MTW 2026  marks a decisive shift from experimentation to real-world deployment, highlighting how AI is enabling businesses to become more efficient & innovate faster.

The festival will feature AI showcases from companies including Meta, Anthropic, and OpenAI, alongside other leading national and international organisations. The two-day event will also feature AI Excellence Awards 2026, an Early Stage Startup Showcase, an AI-powered Job Fair, Masterclasses, Stories Unplugged sessions, and city-wide satellite events across Mumbai from 25 to 28 May 2026.

“AI adoption accelerates when more people can engage directly with the technology — whether by building with it, understanding its real-world applications, or experiencing it in action at scale. At a time when conversations around responsible innovation, inclusive growth, and bridging digital divides are becoming increasingly important, we believe access to platforms like Mumbai Tech Week can help enable wider participation across India’s technology ecosystem. Through this National Technology Day offer, we wanted to make that access wider and more inclusive,” said Naiyya Saggi, Governing Council Member, TEAM.

Marking National Technology Day on 11 May, the limited-period offer aims to encourage broader participation from across India’s dynamic technology and innovation ecosystem. From aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders to developers, tech professionals, researchers, and emerging AI innovators, the initiative seeks to unite the next generation of changemakers driving India’s AI and technology revolution.

As Mumbai continues to strengthen its position as one of India’s leading technology hubs, MTW 2026 will spotlight the city’s expanding role in advancing AI adoption, startup momentum, and enterprise transformation. Through industry-led conversations, live showcases, and city-wide experiences, the festival captures the scale and energy of Mumbai’s rapidly evolving technology ecosystem.

Passes can be booked between 10–12 May 2026 through the official website: Mumbai Tech Week 

The nationwide AI Responsibility Pledge campaign was launched under the IndiaAI Mission in collaboration with Intel India to encourage citizens to commit to ethical, inclusive and responsible AI practices. Participants engaged with scenario-based questions on data privacy, transparency, accountability and tackling misinformation, and received digital badges along with AI learning resources upon completion. Crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inspiring outreach to students and educational institutions, Vaishnaw said the overwhelming participation, far surpassing the initial target of 5,000 pledges, reflects growing awareness and positions India as a leader in promoting responsible AI for social good. D D News

Experts at the summit, including USISPF President Mukesh Aghi, highlighted India’s strategic lead in making AI affordable, scalable, and accessible. With one of the world’s largest structured databases and a robust digital public infrastructure, India is positioning itself as a model for the Global South by bridging the gap between high-tech innovation and grassroots impact. The summit, anchored in the “IndiaAI Mission,” features three flagship Global Impact Challenges—AI for ALL, AI by HER, and YUVAi—aimed at identifying inclusive, development-oriented solutions. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to deliver the formal inaugural address of the summit on February 19, setting a long-term roadmap for responsible and human-centric AI governance.

The School of Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering (sAIDE), Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, today successfully inaugurated a prestigious One-Day Workshop on AI for Internal Security and Public Safety alongside a two-day Hackathon on AI for Social Good. These events, being organized as pre-summit activities for the India AI Impact Summit 2026, reflect the Nation’s commitment to building responsible, inclusive, and scalable Artificial Intelligence solutions.

DISTINGUISHED DIGNITARIES GRACE THE OCCASION

The inaugural session featured the inaugural address by Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, IIT Ropar, who set the tone for this significant national initiative at the intersection of artificial intelligence and public welfare. He briefed the participants about the work that IIT Ropar in the field of AI.

Shri Ram Singh, Special Director General of Police (DGP), Punjab, graced the occasion as Chief Guest, bringing invaluable insights from the law enforcement perspective on leveraging AI for internal security and public safety.

The event was honored by the presence of Shri Dinkar Gupta, Professor of Practice at sAIDE, IIT Ropar, and former Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), as the Guest of Honour. His extensive experience in national security provided crucial perspectives on the role of AI in strengthening India’s security apparatus.

The inaugural session was also graced by distinguished industry leaders, including Shri Achutan Manohar, Principal Engineering Leader at Microsoft, and Shri Nitin Chugh, Senior Software Engineer at Google, who shared insights on cutting-edge AI developments and their applications in social good and security domains.

FOCUS ON AI FOR SECURITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT

Speaking at the inaugural session, Prof. Ahuja, emphasized that the workshop and hackathon represent a crucial step in harnessing artificial intelligence for national security and societal welfare. The initiatives align with India’s vision of becoming a global leader in responsible AI development and deployment.

The workshop features technical demonstrations on critical applications including Deep Fake Detection, Image Restoration, Anomaly Detection in Multimedia Surveillance, Drone Forensics, Voice Analytics, License Plate Recognition, and Secure Communications in Police Networks, among others. These demonstrations are being led by faculty members from IIT Ropar and showcase practical AI solutions that can be deployed for enhancing internal security infrastructure.

The concurrent hackathon is challenging participants to develop innovative AI solutions addressing real-world social problems, fostering a culture of technology-driven social entrepreneurship among India’s brightest young minds.

INDIAN ARMY EXHIBITION ADDS UNIQUE DIMENSION

Complementing the academic and technological focus of the event, the Indian Army has set up a special exhibition on the IIT Ropar campus, showcasing various equipment and technologies used by the armed forces. This exhibition is providing participants and attendees a unique opportunity to understand the practical applications of technology in defense and security operations, creating a bridge between academic innovation and real-world deployment.

ENTHUSIASTIC PARTICIPATION MARKS THE EVENT

The events have witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, researchers, faculty members, and professionals from across the country. The hackathon, spanning 30 hours from February 6-7, includes multiple evaluation checkpoints by industry experts and will culminate in a prize distribution and valedictory session on February 7.