Archives March 2023

Mumbai, March 16, 2023: BenQ, the No. 1 DLP Projector brand in India, with an impressive 32% market share for 2022 as per Futuresource Consulting Report, today announced the launch of the World’s 1st High Brightness 4LED Projector, LH730.

LH730 is a 4000 ANSI Lumens 4LED light source projector with an additional LED, which increases the overall brightness of the projector by 8-12% compared to a 3LED light source projector. The additional green LED diode enhances the color saturation which increases the perceived brightness of the projected image by a factor of 1.5x~2.4x, thereby 4000 ANSI Lumens high brightness of LH730 is perceived as ~ 6000-7000 ANSI Lumens high brightness by the naked human eye.

LH730 along with high brightness also delivers high color saturation of 98% Rec. 709, making it a perfect choice for large meeting rooms, conference rooms, lecture halls, and the hospitality industry.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rajeev Singh, Managing Director, BenQ South Asia, said, “It’s a proud moment for us to acknowledge that BenQ has been crowned once again as the No.1 DLP Projector Brand in India with 32% market share contributed collectively by data and video segments of projector. BenQ has also witnessed a remarkable YOY business growth of 44%. We have been continuously investing in research and development to deliver the best value-based solutions to our customers, and with LH730 we want to bring a shift from traditional lamp-based projection solutions to an LED-based projection solution. We are working towards completely shifting to solid state light sources (LED & Laser) for projectors within the next 2 years”

LH730 with an LED light source reduces the total cost of ownership for the customer by providing up to 30,000 hours of light source life – eliminating the requirement of lamp replacement and having much lower power consumption compared to a lamp or a laser light source-based projector.

The DLP Technology of the LH730 performs at a superior contrast level of 500,000:1 delivering true deep blacks, vividly rich colors, and fine subtle details. In addition, LH730 with HDMI 2.0 ports and 4K HDR/HLG compatibility provides users with the option to view 4K HDR content.

LH730 allows wireless scalability for enhanced flexibility, enabling users to present content wirelessly from any mobile device. Moreover, LH730 is compatible with BenQ’s EZCast Wireless Dongle using USB Connectivity Port, enabling users to project Full HD multimedia content wirelessly from up to four devices at a time – Windows, Android, iOS, and Chrome devices by fully supporting AirPlay, Chromecast, and Miracast protocols.

The BenQ 4LED Projector delivers excellent installation flexibility by providing two-dimensional keystone correction with a 1.2x Zoom Ratio and corner fit. Additionally, LH730 enables the user to digitally shrink and shift to fine-tune the screen size and align the projection as per the desired frame.

In addition, LH730 is compatible with control systems such as PJ-Link, Creston, AMX, and Control 4 ensuring easy integration into any existing corporate network infrastructure.

BenQ offers Industry leading 3 Years of onsite warranty on this projector & 3 Years or 5000 hours warranty on LED Light Source (whichever is earlier).

Vegas Mall, one of the most popular shopping and entertainment destinations of Dwarka, organised a Beauty and Beyond campaign, in a bid to commemorate the women of the country, dedicated a day to their achievements by making Inclusivity and Celebration of Womanhood the central themes of its event. The campaign brought real stories of courage, gumption, and fortitude of women who paved their way and created their own identities. The Beauty and Beyond campaign saw massive participation of women, attending the campaign and praising the noble initiative taken by Vegas Mall.

Women shared their journeys and the struggles they faced to reach their respective positions. Their experiences were not only emotional and informative but also inspired the attendees that one can attain great heights if one makes a firm decision. This opened the stage for individuals to share their thoughts and ideas and also helped them regain confidence in themselves. The stories shared by women participants were relatable and inspiring at the same time, and they were cheered on for their candor and frank talk. The Beauty and Beyond campaign went a step ahead to felicitate women warriors as a mark of respect for their struggles and life vicissitudes.

Rashmi Rai, a fitness expert,  who enjoys a handsome social media following is giving women fitness goals post-motherhood. She said at the event, “We don’t need a day to celebrate womanhood, all day are ours! We as women inspire people just by being alive! Aren’t we all sheroes who have fought their own big and small battles yet emerged every time as a fighter?”

An artist, Ella Dev Verma, a powerful content creator who uses her social media strength to bring attention on the psycho-social aspects of “growing up as a transgender”. She is also gearing up to represent Delhi in Miss Transqueen India this year. Sharing her experiences, she said, “Beauty & Beyond” very graciously made a space for amazing women to come together and exchange their stories; society limits what women have to offer to quite superficial and surface level qualities; but here women were beyond those, their voices were heard, their stories were honored, they shined not only through their beauty but also through their strength.”.

There were also special Grooming and Makeup sessions hosted for women by Geetanjali Salon. Mamaearth played a vital role as the gifting partner at the event, offering goodies in form of eco-friendly products. The hospitality by Imperfecto Boutique was cherished by all as the services were world-class. DIA (Divas In Action) put up a great show as the event partner as everything was managed exceptionally well.

‘The Beauty and Beyond campaign was curated on the noble principle of creating an acceptance and acknowledgment of women of all ages, sizes, and shapes. Through this event, we attempted to bring forward strong women as they are creators of a redoubtable community. We also felicitated women achievers as empowering women leads to social, economic, and cultural emancipation and independence for the community. The campaign was lauded for its uniqueness and the idea to celebrate the diversity of women’s beauty and intelligence’. Ravinder Choudhary, Assistant Vice President, Vegas Mall.

March 16, 2023, || Bangalore, India  Zoga Wellness, a leading provider of health and wellness solutions, has announced the launch of its new yoga and meditation app. The Zoga Wellness app offers guided meditation and features the world’s largest Asana library with AI-based posture correction feedback in real-time.

The Zoga Wellness app offers free access to 500+ yoga courses. Zoga’s AI integration works as a “third eye” and alerts users with real-time correction if they are performing the asana incorrectly, providing feedback to help them reform their posture. The alert is deactivated as soon as the posture is corrected, giving users a heads-up and allowing them to track their progress over time.

The app also features a meditation section with over 300 free guided meditations. It helps users focus on breathwork and cultivate mindfulness, allowing them to reduce stress, manage anxiety and improve their mental and emotional well-being.

“At Zoga, our aim is to bring the practice of ancient India yoga to the forefront and revolutionise the wellness industry,” said Nimish Dayalu, CEO & Co-founder of Zoga Wellness. “Each yoga course and guided meditation has been perfected over the last 2.5 years with yoga gurus and meditation masters. We are extremely proud of the final product, which is at par with any premium wellness app, while remaining completely free and without any hidden fees.”

Available in both Hindi and English, the Zoga Wellness app is set to be a game changer for the wellness industry. With an easy-to-use interface and range of courses available for beginner and advanced practitioners, the app is designed for anyone looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

Now marking its presence in the 100cc basic mass commuter category, Honda’s brand Shine’s undisputed leadership in 125cc motorcycle segment is a testimony to the trust, reliability, and advanced technology it offers to the customers. Shine 100 is developed with as many as 12 patent applications for the enhancement of reliability.

Launching the all-new Shine 100, Mr. Atsushi Ogata, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “Shine is the most popular and trusted motorcycle brand in its category. Today we unveil Honda’s all new 100cc motorcycle – Shine 100 which is designed and built to refortify the Shine legacy. Shine 100 is Honda’s next big leap to make mobility more accessible and affordable for people across India. We are proud to present a robust, reliable, and fuel-efficient motorcycle for customers in the basic commuter category. As we launch the Shine 100, we continue to prioritize the needs and aspirations of our customers and strive to exceed their expectations in every step of this journey.”

Commenting on the launch of Shine 100, Mr. Yogesh Mathur, Operating Officer, Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “Today is the beginning of a new journey, as we launch Shine 100 – the all new 100cc motorcycle for the Indian commuters. Shine 100 is Honda’s promise for every Indian commuter to surpass their expectations by offering unmatched value. With its reliable performance, comfortable ride, and affordable price we aim to empower people with the freedom to move forward, to explore new horizons and realize their dreams. Let us ride together towards a better future.”

All-new 100cc Engine

At the heart of Shine 100 ticks an all-new 100cc OBD2 compliant PGM-FI engine, boosted by Enhanced Smart Power (eSP) which optimizes energy output by maximizing efficient combustion and minimizing friction with a smooth eco-friendly engine. This new 100cc engine is lightweight and efficient with the finest innovation producing optimum performance, enhanced maneuverability, and class-leading mileage delivering the highest value to customers. An external fuel pump fitted outside the fuel tank reduces the maintenance time as it is easily accessible.

1. Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI): The system uses onboard sensors to constantly inject optimum fuel and air mixture which aids consistent power output, high fuel efficiency & fewer emissions.

2. Friction Reduction: The piston cooling jet reduces friction & maintains optimum engine temperature. The offset cylinder and use of rocker roller arm further reduce the frictional loss which not only helps in smooth and better power output, but also improves fuel efficiency.

3. The Solenoid Valve acting as an automatic choke system ensures rich air fuel mixture and provides the convenience of one time start at any point of time.

Supreme Comfort and Convenience

The long and comfortable seat (677mm) provides ample space for the rider and the pillion rider to ride long distances with comfort. Be it family or utility-based rides, the seating posture of Shine 100 ensures unmatched comfort and makes it the best choice for fatigue-free daily commuting. Shine 100 has a uniquely designed tank and a narrow leg opening angle, giving the rider an excellent knee grip.

The riding position has been designed keeping in mind family comfortable riding and load carrying. The optimum seat height (786mm) allows easy ground touch for average-height Indian riders. The specially developed suspension unit with long stroke manages any kind of road conditions with ease. Its ability to absorb the vibrations on rough surfaces gives extra stability and confidence to the rider and pillion.

Side Stand with Engine Inhibitor prevents engine start while the side stand is engaged enabling a convenient and carefree ride. Making every ride on the Shine 100 comfortable and convenient is the Combi-Brake System (CBS) with Equalizer.

Maximum Utility

A light weight durable steel frame contributes to overall lower vehicle weight. It gives a soft steering feel and excellent maneuverability. A durable & tough frame is suitable for variable road conditions and supports carrying the load. Handling the vehicle on narrow roads is made easy with a small turning radius of 1.9 meters which is class-leading in this segment. Excellent grade ability allows Shine 100 to easily climb inclines even while carrying heavy loads.

Long Wheelbase (1245 mm) and high ground clearance (168mm) make it stable at higher speeds and bad road conditions inspiring rider confidence.

Elegant Style

Enriched design inspired by India’s favorite Shine125, the Shine 100’s overall graphic theme compliments the elegance of the motorcycle. The appealing front cowl, all-black alloy wheels, practical aluminum grab rail, bold tail lamp and sleek distinguished muffler compliment the smooth style of the motorcycle.

Essential Reliability

HMSI is also offering a special 6-year warranty package (3 years standard + 3 years optional extended warranty) on Shine 100.

Price & color options

Shine 100 will be available in 5 color options (Black with Red Stripes, Black with Blue Stripes, Black with Green Stripes, Black with Gold Stripes, and Black with Grey Stripes). The all-new Shine 100 is priced attractively at Rs. 64,900 (ex-showroom, Maharashtra)

Kolkata, March 16, 2023: Ramkrishna Forgings Limited (“Company”), one of the leading suppliers of rolled, forged, and machined products, in consortium with Titagarh Wagons Limited has been declared the Lowest Bidder (L1) by the Ministry of Railways for manufacturing and supplying of forged wheels under the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative.

As recently announced by the Hon’ble Union Minister, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw this tender is aimed at reducing the Indian Railway’s import dependence, by inviting the industry to set up a facility to produce these wheels, which will primarily be used for semi-high speed trains (Vande Bharat) and high-speed trains (bullet train).

Indian Railways has been focused on pursuing growth with an emphasis on the Make in India policy under Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative of the Government.

The Consortium of Ramkrishna Forgings and Titagarh Wagons, being L1, as the selected bidder would be required to set up a wheel test center at a railway site for prototype testing of newly designed wheels.

The Consortium will set up a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in India for forged wheel production and will supply approximately 1.6-million-wheel discs of different rolling stocks of Indian Railways over a period of 20 years at about 80,000 wheels per annum.

Mr. Naresh Jalan, Managing Director, Ramkrishna Forgings Limited said, “We are delighted to have been declared L1 in the bid for the manufacturing and supply of forged wheels for Indian Railways. This is a testament to our strong technical capabilities and our commitment to delivering high-quality products to our customers. Also, the partnership with Titagarh Wagons Limited is a strategic move towards expanding our presence in the railway segment and we are confident that our joint efforts will enable us to deliver world-class products and services to the Indian Railways.”

Mr. Umesh Chowdhary, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Titagarh Wagons Limited said, “It is a path breaking development and Titagarh Wagons as a leading supplier of Passenger & Freight Rolling Stock to the Indian Railways who are our largest customer, is ready for this opportunity to supply Forged Wheels and expand its footprint by further strengthening its capabilities in the railway rolling stock segment. We look forward to working in consortium with Ramkrishna Forgings Limited to leverage our synergies and increase our participation in “Atma Nirbhar” program of the Government of India and contribute to growth of the Indian Railways.”

The importance of paying heed to our health has become more apparent in recent years. It has drawn attention to the fact that while it is indispensable to be prudent about our lifestyle to lead a healthy life, we still be faced with unwelcome situations like illnesses, accidents, natural disasters, etc. And it is during such unforeseen health emergencies that health insurance becomes vital.

Unfortunately, health emergencies don’t just drain us emotionally but financially as well. And when we or our families go through a health crisis, we should be able to access the best healthcare facilities without having to worry about finances. We be financially secure in the face of such unforeseen circumstances with the protection of health Insurance.

Health insurance policies provide a wide range of coverage to the insured against surgical and medical costs.The purpose of health insurance is to assist you in meeting medical and related expenses during a health emergency ensuring that you don’t have to deplete your savings. In addition to direct hospitalization expenses, a comprehensive health insurance plan includes benefits such as pre and post-hospitalization charges, ambulance coverage, and critical illness coverage amongst others. A good health insurance plan can provide your family with lifelong comprehensive medical coverage and peace of mind. It also has the added benefit of tax savings.
The various kinds of health insurance policies available are:

Individual Health Insurance – This policy provides insurance coverage for individuals. It can be purchased for yourself, your spouse, dependent children, and your parents.

Family Floater Health Insurance Policy -It covers the entire family under a single floater sum insured. Here the sum insured floats over the family members covered under a policy.

Critical Illness Insurance –A Critical Illness policy provides coverage for serious illnesses such as heart attack, cancer, paralysis, and a few others depending on factors like the company you are purchasing the policy from and so on. If the policyholder is diagnosed with any of the diseases listed in the policy, the insurer will pay a lump sum amount to the policyholder. This money can be used to pay off debt, cover treatment costs, replace lost income, or make necessary lifestyle changes for recovery.

Group Health Insurance–It is a type of Health Insurance policy that covers a group of people within a single policy. A Group Health Insurance plan provides equal insurance coverage to all members of a group, regardless of age, gender, occupation, or socioeconomic status. Employees are typically provided with Group Health Insurance as part of their pay package. This type of plan can also include group members’ spouses, children, and dependent parents.

Speaking on the importance of health insurance, Mr.Shreeraj Deshpande, Head – Health Business, SBI General Insurancesays “Besides the benefit of having financial security to care for your loved ones, a health insurance plan is extremely useful in combating medical treatment expenses. Lifestyle diseases are on the risemaking it critical to buy health policies at a young age. It serves as a financial cushion in the event of a medical emergency, allowing you to focus on having access to quality healthcare and treatment rather than worrying about managing the necessary funds.”

You can visit the insurer’s office, buy online, etc. and choose from a range of health insurance policies to get the finest protection at an affordable price.

March 15th, 2023, Bangalore: AgTech startup TartanSense, has rebranded as Niqo Robotics. The rebranding comes on the heels of the company launching their proprietary green on green AI spot spray robots in India. With a fleet size of 50, this will be the world’s largest commercial deployment of AI powered robotic sprayers. Niqo’s proprietary green on green tech leverages real time AI assisted computer vision to selectively spray chemicals on plants resulting in up to 60% chemical and water savings.

Niqo Robotics seeks to challenge the status quo of conventional farming methods by pioneering an AI powered robotics revolution in agriculture. This revolutionary spirit of the company is strongly embodied in the new brand identity. The name Niqo is derived from the word “Nikolaos”, meaning Victory of the People. The victory flag in the logo is symbolic of the brand’s ambition to liberate the entire farming ecosystem from unreliable availability of labour and unsustainable farming practices. Niqo aims to do this through the scientific application of AI-powered robotics in all major farming activities like sowing, spraying, and harvesting.

As Niqo Robotics, the company’s mission is to make AI powered agricultural robots reliable as well as accessible. Staying true to this mission, Niqo Robotics has built their proprietary green on green AI spot spray tech stack to seamlessly integrate with existing agricultural sprayers in the market, making it truly accessible.

Speaking on the rebrand, Mr Jaisimha Rao, CEO and Founder Niqo Robotics said “It has taken us many years of innovation, frugal engineering, and rigorous testing to cover the distance from lab to land. The rebrand couldn’t have come at a better time. As we get ready to launch the world’s largest fleet of green on green AI spot spray robots to market, we need a strong identity that can boldly carry us into this exciting future. The name Niqo represents our hunger to win in this challenging ecosystem of robotics and agriculture. We are especially proud that India is leading the way for commercialising AI powered spot spraying at scale”.

“Niqo unabashedly embodies our innovative thinking and revolutionary spirit. This is reflected in every aspect of the brand’s identity from the name to the logo, typeface, colours, voice, and a strong customer centric narrative. For example, Niqo typeface is custom designed, inspired by postmodern style and data visualisation systems. The sharpness and slight curves create contrast and a strong image. It is an ode to the intricate engineering that goes into building our robots. This is the steadfast foundation we need as we take our first steps as a consumer brand” said Ms Arha Padman, Chief Marketing Officer, Niqo Robotics.

Gurugram: SGT University inaugurated the Advanced Study Institute of Asia (ASIA), an autonomous center that will work with academic bodies of the university while pursuing research of its own. Padma Shri Ram Bahadur Rai, Chancellor of SGT University, inaugurated the institute. Smt. Madhupreet Kaur Chawla and Shri Manmohan Singh Chawla, Chairperson and Managing Trustee respectively, also graced the event.

ASIA will be chaired by Dr. Najeeb Jung, an energy expert and erudite scholar of Urdu who also served as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi. Indu Bhushan, a well-known public health expert and former CEO of Ayushman Bharat, will also serve as the institute’s vice chairperson. The former CEO and MD of Deutsche Bank, Sandhya Vasudevan, as well as Rajat Nag, the former MD of the Asian Development Bank, will also be a part of ASIA.

Najeeb Jung, at the inauguration event, said that the institute is a big achievement of SGT University and will provide an excellent opportunity for its students to pursue advanced scientific research. He added that “The world is a sea of knowledge, and with ASIA, students will get the opportunity to explore and learn more about it.”

According to Ram Bahadur Rai, “Asia makes up one-third of the world and sixty percent of its population. This makes it important for countries in Asia to organize, share their ideas, and do collaborative research to become future leaders in technological advancement.” In a moment of brevity, he also remarked on how he would want ‘Asia Day’ to be celebrated on the 6th of August, to mark the tragedy of the Hiroshima-Nagasaki

The recent Lakme Fashion Week 2023 in collaboration with the Fashion Design Council Of India (FDCI) was a starry event. While it was a glitzy affair, actress Tara Sutaria set the ramp on fire with her elegance and grace. The ‘Marjaavaan’ actress turned showstopper on day 3 as she walked the ramp for bridal couture and designer label Annu’s Creation.

Without any iota of doubt, the fashion label showcased the perfect modern bride’s bridal collection. Leaving everyone’s jaws dropped, Tara was a sight to behold in the rani pink lehenga paired with a short choli, a multi-layered heavy lehenga and a chiffon dupatta. Moreover, the sleeveless blouse had sequin embellishments and detailed beadwork in floral patterns.

Adding exquisiteness to the bridal outfit, Tara’s look was completed with heels, a heavy choker necklace, matching earrings and bangles. Not to forget, Tara’s makeup was minimal where she had centre-parted wavy hair, winged eyeliner, smoky eye shadow, nude lip gloss, flawless brows and blushed glowing cheeks. As the actress set the stage ablaze, Annu’s Creation founder Annu Patel was overwhelmed to have the ‘SOTY 2’ actress as her showstopper.

Speaking about it, Annu revealed, “It was an enriching experience to work with Tara. For a bridal look, I could not have anyone better than her. She was a cynosure to all eyes with the way she carried herself in the bridal lehenga. I am glad that she was a showstopper for Annu’s Creation. It was one of the best associations I had, and I am looking forward to collaborating with Tara in future.”

Apart from this, Annu Patel’s couture label had B-Town diva Malaika Arora as a showstopper at the Lakme Fashion Week 2021. In the last few years, Patel’s creative flair for bridal outfits has made her a household name in the fashion industry. There’s no denying that the ace fashion designer is setting the bar high for ethnic and traditional wear.

Based in Vadodara, Gujarat, Annu’s Creation was started in 2011 when she was a student at INIFD. Following her passion, she has rightly taken the fashion label to newer heights. All in all, Annu Patel signed off by stating that her experience at the Lakme Fashion Week 2023 was memorable and that she can cherish it for a lifetime. What are your thoughts about Tara Sutaria’s bridal look at the Lakme Fashion Week 2023?

New Delhi, 15 March 2023- HONO, a new age, AI and ML based Human Capital Management (HCM) Solution brand, announced the appointment of Ex-HCL Tech President Mr. Virender Aggarwal as Global Advisor and Board Member for APAC. He will be responsible for leading the company’s strategy in the Southeast Asia region and will concentrate on forging a significant footprint in this high-growth market.

Mr. Aggarwal brings along more than 35 years of technology leadership experience, as CEO of leading SaaS and ERP companies, with deep expertise in being a change catalyst in the area of payroll management, HCM, and conversational HRMS. His mentorship and organizational expertise will provide value to organisations taking the digital leap with HONO.

Prior to joining HONO, he successfully led people & change management in leadership roles in large corporates such as Ramco Systems, HCL Tech, and Satyam Computer Services Limited, among others. He will be closely working with other team members like Mr. Amit Khanna, Director, South East Asia-HONO, and Mr. Georgie Antony- Director, South East Asia- HONO.

HONO also announced the appointment of Ex-InterGlobe Real Estate CEO Mr. Amit Khanna as Director, SEA. He brings along over 25 years of experience in various leadership roles including Managing Director at Phoenix Advisors and Amaya Ventures and as CEO of InterGlobe Real Estate among others. With him on board, HONO will establish structure, performance metrics, and guardrails in the region to help scale the company’s operations.

HONO has inaugurated its regional headquarters in Singapore, as part of the company’s continued global expansion strategy. HONO has opened new offices in Manila and Indonesia to better serve their clients in the region and provide them with local support.

‘’One of the most forward-thinking and demanding markets, Southeast Asia demands constant improvement in the HR sector. We anticipate that a significant portion of our development will result from the genuine partner-friendly ecosystem we have been developing in the area. We also want to bring more locally relevant solutions and foster local knowledge.’’ Said Mr. Virender Aggarwal, Global Advisor, and Board Member APAC-HONO.

“The impact of intelligent technology on workforce management, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and business intelligence is undeniable in Southeast Asia. HONO is looking forward to providing tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of the organizations in this region.” Said Mr. Amit Khanna as Director, SEA, HONO.

‘’As we expand our business into Singapore and Southeast Asia, we are excited to leverage Singapore’s strategic location and well-developed infrastructure, which provides a gateway to the larger Southeast Asian market. The country’s highly skilled workforce and reputation for innovation and technological advancement also make it an ideal location for HONO to set up its regional leadership. ’’ Said Mr. Mukul Jain, Founder and CEO-HONO.