Archives April 2023

Get ready to put your best foot forward as the iconic footwear brand Regal Shoes launches its newest footwear store at Shop no. 7 – 10, Nirala Bazar. Whether you need shoes for work, play, or a special event, the Regal Shoes store has something for everyone. The store brings the latest in premium footwear styles that you won’t find anywhere else, housed in a beautifully designed concept store that is a pleasure to shop in.

The new Regal Shoes store brings you a collection of fashion-forward footwear and bags that cater to every style and preference. From men’s and women’s work wear, loafers, sneakers, flats, ethnic styles, and party wear – this new collection has it all. The store also boasts a wide array of Indian and international brands such as Birkenstocks, Florsheim, Clarks, and Skechers, making this the ultimate one-stop footwear destination.

Since 1955, Regal Shoes has carved a niche for fashion enthusiasts and trendsetters across India. Through its collections of premium footwear and accessories, they have been delivering style and elegance to Indian customers through stores across Indian cities and a website that ships across India.

Regal Shoes is widely acknowledged as a legacy brand that is India’s first premium footwear destination. With the addition of this store, more fashion is accessible to the discerning Regal customers. So step up your fashion game and upgrade your shoe collection with designs that are not only comfortable but stylish.

Imran Virji, CEO and MD, of Regal Shoes says, ‘Regal Shoes has been serving style-savvy shoppers across India – including in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, and Nashik – for decades and we are now extremely proud and honoured to announce the inauguration of our Regal store in Nirala Bazar.’

New Delhi; 21 April 2023: On World Heritage Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, launched an online gallery on its own website to promote handicrafts made by local artists from communities in its operational areas. To begin with, the online gallery showcases beautiful pieces of Dhokra metal work and Saura paintings for purchase, based on popular demand. Through this initiative, Vedanta Aluminium aims to widen the reach of the unique art and culture that the company nurtures in its vicinity, across the world. The gallery will thus provide artisans in remote areas the opportunity to increase their earnings. The online gallery, which can be accessed at https://vedantaaluminium.com/sustainability/social-impact/promoting-art-culture/, will be a virtual extension of Vedanta Aluminium’s on-ground initiatives to foster the legacy art forms of India.

Dhokra is an exquisite metalworking art form that dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization and has been a part of India’s rich handicraft legacy for nearly 5000 years. However, it was becoming a fading art in Kankeri village (Kalahandi district, Odisha) where the skill of the craft was passed down through the generations and was limited to making rudimentary trinkets, which fetched the artisans’ measly earnings. This had forced many artisans to give up Dhokra craft and migrate to other states to work as construction labourers. To revive this craft in Kankeri village, close to its plant, Vedanta Aluminium facilitated training programs in contemporary designs using traditional techniques, provided the initial seed capital for procuring metal and raw materials, and organised exhibitions and art shows to create market linkage opportunities, enabling artisans to sell their art pieces at a better price.

Akin to this, Vedanta Aluminium has also paved the way for the revival of the indigenous tribal artform of ‘Saura’ people from Odisha, who draw inspiration for the art from nature and their own way of life. The exquisite art form was first painted on the walls of homes, showcasing unique motifs depicting daily life, celebrations, animals, farmers, elements of nature, gods, natural spirits, and their ancestors. To preserve this ancient art form, which had begun fading in the face of modernity, Vedanta Aluminium is working with local artists to hone their skills, scale up their work, tap into new markets and carve a remunerative livelihood model. Going a step forward, the company is also generating interest amongst the youth and has started a training program for school students in Saura art. At the Make In Odisha Conclave 2022, Vedanta Aluminium arranged for the Saura artists to showcase their skills, which became a resounding success attracting thousands of people to see their art, thus forming the genesis for this gallery.

Working with the state government through the Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS), Vedanta Aluminium is helping Dhokra & Saura artists in the physical display of their products in government-run physical galleries and exhibitions. This partnership is also helping the artists access monetary grants given by the government to support artisans. This has also improved their quality of life by bringing their plight to the notice of the district administration, who then invested in infrastructure development and making available required amenities for the people.

Speaking on the occasion of World Heritage Day, Mr. Rahul Sharma, CEO – Aluminium Business, Vedanta Ltd., said, “Legacy art forms such as Dhokra sculptures and Saura paintings are a testimony to our country’s rich cultural heritage. We take pride in nurturing an ecosystem that promotes, preserves, and celebrates these beautiful cultural embodiments. On World Heritage Day, we recommit to enabling the artisans from our local communities empower themselves with modern skills and financial know-how, while we work towards increasing their visibility in national and international arenas.”

Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.29 million tonnes in FY23. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) 2022 world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow. www.vedantaaluminium.com

New Delhi; 21 April 2023: On World Heritage Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, launched an online gallery on its own website to promote handicrafts made by local artists from communities in its operational areas. To begin with, the online gallery showcases beautiful pieces of Dhokra metal work and Saura paintings for purchase, based on popular demand. Through this initiative, Vedanta Aluminium aims to widen the reach of the unique art and culture that the company nurtures in its vicinity, across the world. The gallery will thus provide artisans in remote areas the opportunity to increase their earnings. The online gallery, which can be accessed at https://vedantaaluminium.com/sustainability/social-impact/promoting-art-culture/, will be a virtual extension of Vedanta Aluminium’s on-ground initiatives to foster the legacy art forms of India.

Dhokra is an exquisite metalworking art form that dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization and has been a part of India’s rich handicraft legacy for nearly 5000 years. However, it was becoming a fading art in Kankeri village (Kalahandi district, Odisha) where the skill of the craft was passed down through the generations and was limited to making rudimentary trinkets, which fetched the artisans’ measly earnings. This had forced many artisans to give up Dhokra craft and migrate to other states to work as construction labourers. To revive this craft in Kankeri village, close to its plant, Vedanta Aluminium facilitated training programs in contemporary designs using traditional techniques, provided the initial seed capital for procuring metal and raw materials, and organised exhibitions and art shows to create market linkage opportunities, enabling artisans to sell their art pieces at a better price.

Akin to this, Vedanta Aluminium has also paved the way for the revival of the indigenous tribal artform of ‘Saura’ people from Odisha, who draw inspiration for the art from nature and their own way of life. The exquisite art form was first painted on the walls of homes, showcasing unique motifs depicting daily life, celebrations, animals, farmers, elements of nature, gods, natural spirits, and their ancestors. To preserve this ancient art form, which had begun fading in the face of modernity, Vedanta Aluminium is working with local artists to hone their skills, scale up their work, tap into new markets and carve a remunerative livelihood model. Going a step forward, the company is also generating interest amongst the youth and has started a training program for school students in Saura art. At the Make In Odisha Conclave 2022, Vedanta Aluminium arranged for the Saura artists to showcase their skills, which became a resounding success attracting thousands of people to see their art, thus forming the genesis for this gallery.

Working with the state government through the Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS), Vedanta Aluminium is helping Dhokra & Saura artists in the physical display of their products in government-run physical galleries and exhibitions. This partnership is also helping the artists access monetary grants given by the government to support artisans. This has also improved their quality of life by bringing their plight to the notice of the district administration, who then invested in infrastructure development and making available required amenities for the people.

Speaking on the occasion of World Heritage Day, Mr. Rahul Sharma, CEO – Aluminium Business, Vedanta Ltd., said, “Legacy art forms such as Dhokra sculptures and Saura paintings are a testimony to our country’s rich cultural heritage. We take pride in nurturing an ecosystem that promotes, preserves, and celebrates these beautiful cultural embodiments. On World Heritage Day, we recommit to enabling the artisans from our local communities empower themselves with modern skills and financial know-how, while we work towards increasing their visibility in national and international arenas.”

Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.29 million tonnes in FY23. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) 2022 world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow. www.vedantaaluminium.com

Bengaluru, Wednesday, 21 April 2023: JLR today announced exciting plans to accelerate its transition to become the world’s leading modern luxury car manufacturer revealing its Halewood plant, in the UK, will become an all-electric production facility and its next generation medium-size SUV architecture, electrified modular architecture (EMA), will now be pure-electric.

In an update to global media at JLR’s centre in Gaydon, Chief Executive Adrian Mardell reaffirmed the business’s commitment to its Reimagine strategy, which will reposition the company as an electric-first, modern luxury carmaker by 2030, as JLR makes strides towards its financial goals of achieving a net cash positive position by FY25 and double-digit EBIT by 2026.

JLR CEO Adrian Mardell said: “Two years ago, we launched our Reimagine strategy and since then we have made great progress, including launching two new critically acclaimed modern luxury Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models, joining the Defender family, for which there is record demand. We achieved this while navigating the headwinds of the pandemic and chip shortages, and successfully ramping up production of our most profitable models to deliver profit in Q3.

“Today I am proud to announce we are accelerating our electrification path, making one of our UK plants and our next-generation medium-size luxury SUV architecture fully electric. This investment enables us to deliver our modern luxury electric future, developing new skills, and reaffirming our commitment to be net zero carbon by 2039.”

Investing in next generation electric models

Announcing news of its next generation electrification roadmap, JLR confirmed it will start to invite applications for client orders for the modern luxury all-electric Range Rover from later this year. The first of its next generation medium-size modern luxury SUVs will be an all-electric model from the Range Rover family, launching in 2025 and built at Halewood in Merseyside, in a move that further affirms JLR’s commitment to the future of the UK car industry.

And while EMA will now be electric only, as the trend to electrification in certain markets increases, JLR will retain the flexible modular longitudinal architecture (MLA) on which Range Rover and Range Rover Sport are built offering internal combustion engine (ICE), HYBRID and battery electric vehicle (BEV) options. This gives JLR uncompromised flexibility to adapt its vehicle line up to meet the needs of different markets around the world, that are moving at different speeds towards net zero carbon targets.

House of Brands

As a next step within the Reimagine strategy, it was revealed JLR will move to a House of Brands approach, to amplify the unique character of each of its brands – Range Rover, Defender, Discovery and Jaguar – and accelerate the delivery of the company’s vision, to become proud creators of the world’s most desirable modern luxury automotive brands for the most discerning clients.

Commenting on the House of Brands approach, JLR’s Chief Creative Officer, Professor Gerry McGovern OBE said: “Pivotal to our Reimagine strategy is the formation of the House of Brands, which is a natural evolution, with a purpose of elevating and amplifying the uniqueness of our characterful British marques. Our ultimate ambition is to build truly emotionally engaging experiences for our clients that, overtime, will build long-term high equity for our brands and long-term sustainability for JLR.”

JLR also announced that the first of three reimagined modern luxury Jaguars will be a 4-door GT built in Solihull in the West Midlands, UK. With power output more than any previous Jaguar, a range up to 700 kms (430 miles), and with indicative pricing from £100,000, new Jaguar will be built on its own unique architecture, named JEA. More details of the new 4-door GT Jaguar will be released later this year, before going on sale in selected markets in 2024, for client deliveries in 2025.

“We have radically reimagined Jaguar as a modern luxury brand. The key to Jaguar’s transformation is that the designs convey that they are a copy of nothing,” said Professor Gerry McGovern OBE.

JLR CEO Adrian Mardell said: “With Range Rover, the original luxury SUV, available for pre-order in pure electric form later this year, and the first of three breath-taking electric reimagined Jaguar models to be launched in 2025, we are stepping into an incredibly exciting new electric era for JLR as a modern luxury business.”

Investing in JLR’s UK industrial footprint

In addition to the news that its Halewood plant in Merseyside, UK, will become an all-electric production facility and its next generation medium-size SUV architecture, electrified modular architecture (EMA), will now be pure-electric. JLR also revealed its Engine Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton, UK, currently producing Ingenium internal combustion engines for its vehicles, will have an electric future producing electric drive units and battery packs for JLR’s next generation vehicles. It will be renamed the Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre to reflect the move.

In positive news for the future of the historic Castle Bromwich site, JLR confirmed that its stamping facilities that prepare pressed body metalwork for JLR’s vehicles will be expanded to play a key role in the company’s electric future, by providing body work for next generation electric vehicles. JLR continues to explore options for other parts of the Castle Bromwich site.

Bengaluru, Wednesday, 21 April 2023: JLR today announced exciting plans to accelerate its transition to become the world’s leading modern luxury car manufacturer revealing its Halewood plant, in the UK, will become an all-electric production facility and its next generation medium-size SUV architecture, electrified modular architecture (EMA), will now be pure-electric.

In an update to global media at JLR’s centre in Gaydon, Chief Executive Adrian Mardell reaffirmed the business’s commitment to its Reimagine strategy, which will reposition the company as an electric-first, modern luxury carmaker by 2030, as JLR makes strides towards its financial goals of achieving a net cash positive position by FY25 and double-digit EBIT by 2026.

JLR CEO Adrian Mardell said: “Two years ago, we launched our Reimagine strategy and since then we have made great progress, including launching two new critically acclaimed modern luxury Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models, joining the Defender family, for which there is record demand. We achieved this while navigating the headwinds of the pandemic and chip shortages, and successfully ramping up production of our most profitable models to deliver profit in Q3.

“Today I am proud to announce we are accelerating our electrification path, making one of our UK plants and our next-generation medium-size luxury SUV architecture fully electric. This investment enables us to deliver our modern luxury electric future, developing new skills, and reaffirming our commitment to be net zero carbon by 2039.”

Investing in next generation electric models

Announcing news of its next generation electrification roadmap, JLR confirmed it will start to invite applications for client orders for the modern luxury all-electric Range Rover from later this year. The first of its next generation medium-size modern luxury SUVs will be an all-electric model from the Range Rover family, launching in 2025 and built at Halewood in Merseyside, in a move that further affirms JLR’s commitment to the future of the UK car industry.

And while EMA will now be electric only, as the trend to electrification in certain markets increases, JLR will retain the flexible modular longitudinal architecture (MLA) on which Range Rover and Range Rover Sport are built offering internal combustion engine (ICE), HYBRID and battery electric vehicle (BEV) options. This gives JLR uncompromised flexibility to adapt its vehicle line up to meet the needs of different markets around the world, that are moving at different speeds towards net zero carbon targets.

House of Brands

As a next step within the Reimagine strategy, it was revealed JLR will move to a House of Brands approach, to amplify the unique character of each of its brands – Range Rover, Defender, Discovery and Jaguar – and accelerate the delivery of the company’s vision, to become proud creators of the world’s most desirable modern luxury automotive brands for the most discerning clients.

Commenting on the House of Brands approach, JLR’s Chief Creative Officer, Professor Gerry McGovern OBE said: “Pivotal to our Reimagine strategy is the formation of the House of Brands, which is a natural evolution, with a purpose of elevating and amplifying the uniqueness of our characterful British marques. Our ultimate ambition is to build truly emotionally engaging experiences for our clients that, overtime, will build long-term high equity for our brands and long-term sustainability for JLR.”

JLR also announced that the first of three reimagined modern luxury Jaguars will be a 4-door GT built in Solihull in the West Midlands, UK. With power output more than any previous Jaguar, a range up to 700 kms (430 miles), and with indicative pricing from £100,000, new Jaguar will be built on its own unique architecture, named JEA. More details of the new 4-door GT Jaguar will be released later this year, before going on sale in selected markets in 2024, for client deliveries in 2025.

“We have radically reimagined Jaguar as a modern luxury brand. The key to Jaguar’s transformation is that the designs convey that they are a copy of nothing,” said Professor Gerry McGovern OBE.

JLR CEO Adrian Mardell said: “With Range Rover, the original luxury SUV, available for pre-order in pure electric form later this year, and the first of three breath-taking electric reimagined Jaguar models to be launched in 2025, we are stepping into an incredibly exciting new electric era for JLR as a modern luxury business.”

Investing in JLR’s UK industrial footprint

In addition to the news that its Halewood plant in Merseyside, UK, will become an all-electric production facility and its next generation medium-size SUV architecture, electrified modular architecture (EMA), will now be pure-electric. JLR also revealed its Engine Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton, UK, currently producing Ingenium internal combustion engines for its vehicles, will have an electric future producing electric drive units and battery packs for JLR’s next generation vehicles. It will be renamed the Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre to reflect the move.

In positive news for the future of the historic Castle Bromwich site, JLR confirmed that its stamping facilities that prepare pressed body metalwork for JLR’s vehicles will be expanded to play a key role in the company’s electric future, by providing body work for next generation electric vehicles. JLR continues to explore options for other parts of the Castle Bromwich site.

New Delhi, April 21, 2023: Mobile connectivity, internet banking, gender issues, and empowering women were debated threadbare at a conference hosted by Grameen Foundation India (GFI) here on April 19.

The conference, themed “Driving Financial Inclusion in India’s Hinterland”, was organized in partnership with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The conference promoted collaborative innovation to empower communities, particularly women, for a sustainable financial future in India’s hinterland.

Grameen also presented four knowledge products to the audience based on their previous work and future recommendations for the industry, namely, Gender Mainstreaming in BC Networks: Grameen’s I-CARE Framework, Exploring the effectiveness of low-cost marketing strategies in BC Networks, Assisted e-commerce and ONDC: A new revenue source for BC Agents in India, and Women Friendly Micro Saving Products.

Purna Roy Chowdhury, Associate Director – Gender and Women’s Economic Empowerment, Grameen Foundation India, said: “Grameen’s innovative approach dismantles gender barriers, ensuring women’s equal access and participation in BC networks, as highlighted in the released today titled ‘Gender Mainstreaming in BC Networks: Grameen’s I-CARE Framework and ‘Women Friendly Micro Saving Products’.

“Grameen is revolutionizing financial inclusion by bridging the gap with last-mile delivery services, empowering BC networks to thrive, following the ecosystem-based approach,” added Piyush Singh, Director – Innovations in Digital Finance, Grameen Foundation India.

The conference featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, fireside chats, and exhibitions focused on the role of digital innovation, gender sensitivity, and scalable solutions in driving financial inclusion.

Speakers included Jayshree Vyas, Managing Director, Shree Mahila Sewa Sahakari Bank; Chetna Gala Sinha, Founder, Mann Deshi; Pawan Bakhshi, India Lead for Financial Services for the Poor at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation; Jiji Mammen, Executive Director, and CEO, Sa-Dhan; and Sunil Kulkarni, CEO, BCFI.

Jiji Mammen, Executive Director & CEO of Sa-Dhan, emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to financial health. “Financial inclusion is not just about access to financial services. It’s about empowering individuals and communities to make informed financial decisions and achieve economic stability. This conference provided an opportunity for stakeholders to come together and work towards this common goal.”

Jayshree Vyas, Managing Director of Sewa Bank, delivered the keynote speech on Innovations in Financial Inclusion: India’s Financial Inclusion Story. Vyas said, “The progress made in financial inclusion in India is commendable, but there is still much work to be done. This conference shed light on the innovations and interventions that can revolutionize financial access and empower the unbanked population.”

New Delhi, April 21, 2023: Mobile connectivity, internet banking, gender issues, and empowering women were debated threadbare at a conference hosted by Grameen Foundation India (GFI) here on April 19.

The conference, themed “Driving Financial Inclusion in India’s Hinterland”, was organized in partnership with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The conference promoted collaborative innovation to empower communities, particularly women, for a sustainable financial future in India’s hinterland.

Grameen also presented four knowledge products to the audience based on their previous work and future recommendations for the industry, namely, Gender Mainstreaming in BC Networks: Grameen’s I-CARE Framework, Exploring the effectiveness of low-cost marketing strategies in BC Networks, Assisted e-commerce and ONDC: A new revenue source for BC Agents in India, and Women Friendly Micro Saving Products.

Purna Roy Chowdhury, Associate Director – Gender and Women’s Economic Empowerment, Grameen Foundation India, said: “Grameen’s innovative approach dismantles gender barriers, ensuring women’s equal access and participation in BC networks, as highlighted in the released today titled ‘Gender Mainstreaming in BC Networks: Grameen’s I-CARE Framework and ‘Women Friendly Micro Saving Products’.

“Grameen is revolutionizing financial inclusion by bridging the gap with last-mile delivery services, empowering BC networks to thrive, following the ecosystem-based approach,” added Piyush Singh, Director – Innovations in Digital Finance, Grameen Foundation India.

The conference featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, fireside chats, and exhibitions focused on the role of digital innovation, gender sensitivity, and scalable solutions in driving financial inclusion.

Speakers included Jayshree Vyas, Managing Director, Shree Mahila Sewa Sahakari Bank; Chetna Gala Sinha, Founder, Mann Deshi; Pawan Bakhshi, India Lead for Financial Services for the Poor at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation; Jiji Mammen, Executive Director, and CEO, Sa-Dhan; and Sunil Kulkarni, CEO, BCFI.

Jiji Mammen, Executive Director & CEO of Sa-Dhan, emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to financial health. “Financial inclusion is not just about access to financial services. It’s about empowering individuals and communities to make informed financial decisions and achieve economic stability. This conference provided an opportunity for stakeholders to come together and work towards this common goal.”

Jayshree Vyas, Managing Director of Sewa Bank, delivered the keynote speech on Innovations in Financial Inclusion: India’s Financial Inclusion Story. Vyas said, “The progress made in financial inclusion in India is commendable, but there is still much work to be done. This conference shed light on the innovations and interventions that can revolutionize financial access and empower the unbanked population.”

Mumbai, 21 April 2023: PhysicsWallah, India’s leading ed-tech platform, has achieved outstanding success in the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2022. PW’s student Anurag Sangwan who has been studying at PW since 9th standard has achieved the top rank, followed by six other students who scored under rank 100. Moreover, a remarkable 57 students from PW’s Shaurya and Shakti batches secured positions under rank 300.

Out of 19 reserved seats for females in the NDA, PW students have earned 6 seats successfully, that includes Vanshika Choudhary (Rank 47), Rituja Yadav (Rank 53), Payal Singh (Rank 271), Jyotsna Yadav (Rank 391), Poonam Dhaka (Rank 436), and Anju Lakshmi (Rank 208). Among the top scorers from PW include Anurag Sangwan (Rank 1), Sarthak Kaushik (Rank 6), Ankit Abhinav (Rank 7), Aman Singh (Rank 78), Aryan Sharma (Rank 83), Sahil Jha (Rank 96), Ashwani Kumar (100) and many others.

Out of the 538 candidates who qualified for the exam, PW’s students have shown exceptional performance, which reflects their hard work and dedication. The final list of results was based on the written test conducted on September 4, 2022, and subsequent interviews conducted by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence.

PW’s approach to education has been to provide accessible and cost-effective education that meets the highest standards, and the students from the Shaurya and Shakti batches, who were preparing for NDA, have benefited significantly from this approach. The faculty members at PW have been readily available to answer questions through the doubt engine, with lecture and test planners and daily practice tests with video solutions, providing comprehensive support to the students.

During an interview with Alakh sir, Anurag Sangwan, the 17-year-old topper from Chandeni Village, Haryana, shared his thoughts and experiences. He mentioned that his family has always had a strong inclination towards government jobs, and his father is the sole breadwinner for his joint family. Anurag credits PW’s study material and test series for his success, advising all aspirants to study with dedication and commitment.

Alakh Pandey, CEO & Founder of PW: At PW, we are delighted at achieving such remarkable results and are proud of the hard work and success of PW’s students who have secured a good rank. The success of the DefenceWallah team is a testament to the dedication of PW’s students and educators. PW’s approach to education has always been to make it accessible and effective, and the results reflect its success. We look forward to delivering outstanding learning outcomes and continue to innovate our content delivery for enhanced understanding of our students across all the test prep categories.

Mumbai, 21 April 2023: PhysicsWallah, India’s leading ed-tech platform, has achieved outstanding success in the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2022. PW’s student Anurag Sangwan who has been studying at PW since 9th standard has achieved the top rank, followed by six other students who scored under rank 100. Moreover, a remarkable 57 students from PW’s Shaurya and Shakti batches secured positions under rank 300.

Out of 19 reserved seats for females in the NDA, PW students have earned 6 seats successfully, that includes Vanshika Choudhary (Rank 47), Rituja Yadav (Rank 53), Payal Singh (Rank 271), Jyotsna Yadav (Rank 391), Poonam Dhaka (Rank 436), and Anju Lakshmi (Rank 208). Among the top scorers from PW include Anurag Sangwan (Rank 1), Sarthak Kaushik (Rank 6), Ankit Abhinav (Rank 7), Aman Singh (Rank 78), Aryan Sharma (Rank 83), Sahil Jha (Rank 96), Ashwani Kumar (100) and many others.

Out of the 538 candidates who qualified for the exam, PW’s students have shown exceptional performance, which reflects their hard work and dedication. The final list of results was based on the written test conducted on September 4, 2022, and subsequent interviews conducted by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence.

PW’s approach to education has been to provide accessible and cost-effective education that meets the highest standards, and the students from the Shaurya and Shakti batches, who were preparing for NDA, have benefited significantly from this approach. The faculty members at PW have been readily available to answer questions through the doubt engine, with lecture and test planners and daily practice tests with video solutions, providing comprehensive support to the students.

During an interview with Alakh sir, Anurag Sangwan, the 17-year-old topper from Chandeni Village, Haryana, shared his thoughts and experiences. He mentioned that his family has always had a strong inclination towards government jobs, and his father is the sole breadwinner for his joint family. Anurag credits PW’s study material and test series for his success, advising all aspirants to study with dedication and commitment.

Alakh Pandey, CEO & Founder of PW: At PW, we are delighted at achieving such remarkable results and are proud of the hard work and success of PW’s students who have secured a good rank. The success of the DefenceWallah team is a testament to the dedication of PW’s students and educators. PW’s approach to education has always been to make it accessible and effective, and the results reflect its success. We look forward to delivering outstanding learning outcomes and continue to innovate our content delivery for enhanced understanding of our students across all the test prep categories.

Real heroes are those who dare to fight all the challenges life throws at them and never let their difficulties stop them from achieving their goals. Vipin Jain is a shining (living) example of someone who didn’t let any challenges stop him from reaching his goals. His courage and determination have been an inspiration to many, embodying what it means to be a true hero.

Despite difficulties in walking due to a childhood polio attack, Vipin Jain’s passion and courage enabled him to become the founding partner of a multi-locational CA firm with a team of over 50+ people in places such as Mumbai, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Pune, Limdi (Gujarat), Indore, and the USA. In 2003, he founded M/S Manoj Vipin & Co. under the leadership of his elder brother, CA. Manoj Jain.

Vipin was born into a humble family on December 18, 1975, in Limdi, a small village located in the Dahod District of Gujarat. However, eight months after his birth, his family was shocked to learn that he would be unable to walk due to poliomyelitis in the lower part of his waist. After many years of struggle, Vipin was given new courage to walk at
the age of twelve, when the Lions Club provided him with a tricycle. Despite facing numerous challenges for 20 years, he was determined to take back control of his life. Fortunately, in 1994, Dr. Prakash Bangani, a prominent orthopedic surgeon from Indore, performed multiple corrective surgeries on his limbs, and Vipin never looked back.
However, this was only the beginning, and the road ahead was not going to be easy. Talking about his journey, Vipin said, “My passion for living a life never let me look back.” (Vipin completed his graduation in B.Com and chartered Accountancy along with all these surgeries and rehabilitation )

After graduating, Vipin chose to pursue his dream of becoming a Chartered Accountant and is now a flourishing C.A. After undergoing eight successful surgeries, he has regained the ability to carry out all his activities independently. Thanks to his perseverance and the support of his family, Vipin has overcome 80% disability with the
use of calipers and Canadian crutches, standing tall as an example for all to follow. His progress is also attributed to the hard work of Dr. Bangani and the blessings from his acquaintances.

Vipin is an integral part of the Indore center of Bhagwan Mahavir Viklang Sahayata Samiti, a Jaipur-based NGO, where he is serving as the Honorary Auditor and Advisor. This NGO provides free calipers and Jaipur Foot to the poor and handicapped. Additionally, he is a trustee of the Arihant Charitable Trust in Indore and part of the core management team of the Arihant Hospital & Research Centre, a 100-bed state-of-the-art multi speciality hospital run by the Arihant Charitable Trust.

Vipin, who has been living with a disability all his life, has continued to live an adventurous and passionate life. For the past 15 years, he’s been driving a modified car and traveling around the world – a testament to the fact that he always goes above and beyond his expectations. Despite his physical limitations, Vipin has achieved tremendous success in his career. As a Chartered Accountant, he is currently leading a large team spread across multiple locations and has been doing so for the last two decades.

Vipin is an avid adventurer who skydived from a staggering 14000 feet in Los Angeles back on June 24, 2018 – a testament to his daring spirit. He has been recognized with many awards, such as the Special Personality Award by the Lions Club Limdi, the Divyang Ratn Award by Kalgi Foundation and Gujarat University,, Umeed Ratna by Umeed Foundation Jaipur, and Divyang Entrepreneur Award 2022 by CEDA Ahmedabad,. Vipin Jain has gone above and beyond what was expected of him, setting a great example for all to emulate. His accomplishments serve as an inspiration to all. His motto in life is Never Give up and Move on.