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PNN’s ‘Impactful Leaders of 2025’ Press Release Runs as Advertorial Across Indian Outlets

Publishers disclose the material was supplied by PNN without independent reporting.

Overview

  • News18 on Sept 24 and The Sunday Guardian Live on Sept 25 republished the PNN list with a disclaimer stating ANI would not be responsible for the content.
  • The syndicated profiles present a cross‑sector slate of entrepreneurs and include promotional claims that are not corroborated within the articles.
  • Examples cited include Qudify’s reach to 400+ enterprises across 100+ cities and DriverShaab’s operations in 30+ cities with 25,000+ active drivers.
  • The features also highlight iGo Wise Mobility’s patented electric trike and reported 5,000+ enquiries from 18 countries, as well as Spaceman Spirits Lab’s expansion into 12 Indian states and select international listings such as Waitrose.
  • COAE International’s AAAS framework is described as an AI‑enabled academic audit tool, but the syndicated coverage offers no third‑party verification of such performance or impact claims.