OpenAI appoints Kiran Mani as Managing Director for Asia-Pacific
OpenAI announced the appointment of Kiran Mani as Managing Director for Asia-Pacific operations, with the role to begin in June 2026 from OpenAI’s Singapore office. Mani currently serves as CEO of Indian streaming service JioStar and previously led M&A integrations, including the Viacom18-Star India merger. In his new role, he will report to the Chief Strategy Officer. Mani brings over 25 years of experience in digital and consumer technology and is expected to drive APAC growth, partnerships, and local policy engagement as OpenAI expands its regional footprint.
Appointee: Kiran Mani as MD, APAC at OpenAI.
Starting: June 2026; based in Singapore.
Background: Former CEO of JioStar; led major media mergers.
Expected impact: Growth, partnerships, policy engagement in APAC.
AP Science City signs MoU with CSIR-NIScPR to boost science outreach
Andhra Pradesh Science City (APSC) signed a five-year MoU with CSIR-NIScPR (National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research) on 30 March 2026 to enhance science outreach and policy-focused research. The collaboration focuses on science popularisation, STEM education, and evidence-based policymaking to inform governance and development strategies. The non-financial agreement aims to build a culture of scientific thinking across the country and improve public understanding of science. The partnership envisions joint activities in science communication, policy studies, and public engagement, with potential extensions based on mutual agreement.