Archives April 2023

Bengaluru, April 12, 2023: Suneet Kulkarni, the ex-Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer of Torqus & InResto acquired by Dineout, joins as the Vice President of Business & Growth at Explorex, a restaurant focused Ecosystem start-up, as a part of the company’s larger expansion plans for FY 23-24.2

At Explorex, Suneet will be playing a key role in ensuring the best customer experience and looking into the overall growth of the company. A seasoned professional with a spectacular record of accomplishment in the F&B Industry, Suneet headed the sales, customer success, partnerships, and integrations at Inresto. Before joining Inresto, he was the Co-Founder at Torque and SmartOrder. At Torqus, Suneet looked into the sales and overall operations while scaling the reach of their products to Pan-India and international levels. At SmartOrder Technologies LLP, Suneet was responsible for looking into the sales and business operations of the company. He is an alumnus of RMIT University where he completed his PGD in Computer Science.

Explorex looks at disrupting the restaurant industry with its full-stack solution while also aiming at empowering business owners to nurture their dreams with care. Explorex does not only build software tools but also dedicates itself to creating an ecosystem for the restaurant industry that has never existed before. The company wants to empower restaurants to drive operational, financial, and customer excellence to redefine the restaurant experience. The company has assisted more than 350 restaurants across India.

Speaking on the appointment of Suneet Kulkarni, Mr. Mainak Sarkar, Co-Founder & CEO, Explorex, said, “I am delighted to welcome Suneet as the Vice President of Business & Growth at Explorex. His extensive experience in the F&B domain will prove extremely beneficial to Explorex. We are confident that through his addition, we will continue to provide outstanding results to our clients. We look forward to further strengthening Explorex’s footprint across markets in India with his efforts and expertise.”

Sharing thoughts on joining Explorex, Suneet said, “I am thrilled to be a part of the Explorex team, which has always been committed to the larger goal of delivering the best to its partner restaurants by addressing the gap that exists in the restaurant industry. I believe that together as a team, we will be able to contribute towards reducing the existing gap. I look forward to new learnings and hope to build a deep, long-lasting collaboration that will benefit both our internal and external stakeholders.”

New Delhi India: April 12, 2023: Consistent Infosystems, one of the fastest-growing IT brands with product categories in IT, Electronic & Home Entertainment Industry announces the launch of its optimistic product – CONSISTENT Copier Powder.

The CONSISTENT Copier Powder comes in Moisture Free Pouch is compatible with laser printers of all brands like Canon, Ricoh, Kyocera Mita, Xerox, Konica Minolta, Sharp, etc. It has a sharp and high page yield and is 100% printer-friendly. The Copier powder also provides crisp and extra prints for long last effects and maximum enhancement of work.

As a technology solutions brand that has a consistent futuristic approach toward all its products and innovations, CONSISTENT has become a major market player in the Security, Surveillance Networking, and Print consumables domain of the country. Founded by Nitin Bansal and Yogesh Agarwal in 2011, the brand has achieved a decade-long experience and significant market share in India.

Highlighting the ideation of the CONSISTENT Copier Powder, Mr. Yogesh Agarwal, CEO and Co-founder of CONSISTENT Infosystems Private Limited said, “We are delighted to launch our Copier Powder and since it is just an ideal product for offices and homeowners, we are sure it will aid them in their productivity. Additionally, it is a very cost-effective ink solution. We are looking forward to it being used by everyone!”

Recently, Consistent Infosystems participated in the 30th Convergence India Expo 2023 held from 27th to 29th March 2023 at Pragati Maidan, Delhi where they launched their new range of CCTV – DVR and NVR, High-definition HD cameras, and NVME 4 Gen which gained a lot of traction from the attendees.

Pricing and Availability:

The newly launched copier powders are priced as accordingly and can be purchased through all Consistent branches

•  Royal Magic (1Kg) – INR 1,850
•  XEROX Premium Powder (1Kg) – INR 1,950
•  Magic Canon Universation (1Kg) – INR 1,550
•  Rioch Richo Aficio (1Kg) – INR 1,950
•  SHARP Powder (1Kg) – INR 2,250
•  Super Magic Canon Copier (1Kg) – INR 2,050
•  Konika Minolta (1Kg) – INR 2,050

New Delhi, March ‘23: Pullman New Delhi Aerocity joins hands with The Art Registry to bring forth the unsung art of the world and visits the bylanes of Jammu to celebrate the traditional art of Basohli and the local artists behind it.

The Art Registry is an eclectic and refreshing creative space to showcase stirring & significant art created by not only seasoned and prominent artists but also promising emerging artists. It is an excellent platform for the innately talented rural artists and global art lovers to connect with each other and highlight hidden gems of the precious indigenous Indian Art traditions. With this intent, the platform associates with Pullman New Delhi Aerocity and visits the birthplace of Basohli art to get in touch with rural women who are dedicatedly keeping the art alive.

Nestled in the lower Himalayas, right on the banks of the Ravi river, lies a town which was once the capital of a principality teeming with artists, musicians, palaces and a flourishing tradition of miniature paintings eponymously named after the town – Basohli. Beautifully illustrated with bright colors and geometrical patterns, Basohli Paintings are considered the first school of Pahari paintings. Originating from the town of Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, the style developed under the patronage of Raja Kripal Pal and is an unconventional and rich piece of artwork.

‘Artist Junction’, at Pullman New Delhi Aerocity is a dedicated space for artists across the globe and is a destination for creativity and brilliance. By including this art form that is steeped in culture, the brand encourages local artists to showcase their work and aims to provide a bespoke experience for the guests at the hotel. In collaboration with The Art Registry, Pullman New Delhi Aerocity brings home the beautiful Basohli Art in a dedicated art zone which is a vibrant space curated in collaboration with emerging artists who can showcase their work in a unique environment.

‘Tour De Art’ is an initiative which bespeaks tradition, culture and heritage—a chance to experience a melange of artistic influences from across the country. It’s also a much-needed boost to the art-centered endeavors being undertaken by the Pullman brand to bring a unique flair to the city.

New Delhi, 12th April 2023: The new Jeep® Meridian gets enhanced style & a host of functional equipment based on customer demand. The iconic premium SUV brand is introducing two limited special editions; the Meridian X and Meridian Upland highlighting the duality of Sophistication and Adventure.

The special editions deliver Jeep® brands’ legendary 4×4 capability with new styling and equipment to further accentuate the true SUV design cues of the Jeep® Meridian. The Special Editions will sport two additional colours Silvery Moon and Galaxy Blue that offers a unique visual appeal to the range. The special edition offers unique & distinctive looks to offer customers option to select a variant based on their style and personality.

The sophisticated Jeep® Meridian X is designed to suit the urban lifestyle where customers are looking for elegance and a premium drive experience. The Meridian X offers stylish Body Colour Lowers, Grey Roof, and Alloy Wheels with Grey Pockets. Furthermore, it provides exterior additions such as side molding, and puddle lamps, and interior modifications such as ambient lighting giving the premium interiors a lounge-like makeover.

The Jeep® Meridian Upland has enhanced adventure elements suited for customers who would like to ‘Go Anywhere, Do Anything’. This special edition is targeted at those who want to drive through different terrains and have a thrilling experience while following their passion. It includes functional equipment such as a Roof Carrier & Side steps in addition to Splash Guards, Boot Organizer, Sunshades, Special Cabin, Cargo mats, Tire Inflator, and a specially designed unique Hood Decal.

In addition, buyers of both variants will be offered the rear entertainment package with a Wi-Fi-enabled 11.6” screen to play their favorite apps and content; at 50% of the selling price.

Commemorating the launch of the Jeep® Meridian’s special edition in India, Mr. Nipun J Mahajan, Head of Jeep® Brand India, said, “We are very excited to launch the special edition of the Jeep® Meridian highlighting the duality of the SUV in distinct styling. We’re taking the Jeep® Meridian to another level with the new Special Editions, which adds a distinctive look that will stand out on both the off-road trails and on the streets. The additional equipment makes these special editions unique, appealing to a wider customer base.”

The Jeep® Meridian leverages its globally proven engineering prowess coupled with Indian insights to deliver an authentic SUV experience with a high level of sophistication. This SUV redefined the premium SUV segment with its many best-in-class features, including the fastest acceleration and highest power-to-weight ratio. The highly capable & agile SUV can go from 0-100 km/h in just 10.8 seconds and can attain a top speed of 198 km/h.

The new special edition offers a significantly attractive proposition coupled with the Jeep® Wave Exclusive Program that is available to the entire Jeep® line-up. The premium customer care program entails 3 years of Jeep® Comprehensive Warranty, Jeep® Express Service packages starting in 90 mins, Jeep® Courtesy Edge & Segment First Customer Contact Programs – Jeep® Genius and Jeep® Adventure Concierge to help customers gain unparalleled ownership experience.

Bookings for the Jeep® Meridian’s Special Edition are now open at Jeep® Dealerships and on the Jeep® India website (jeep-india.com) with immediate deliveries. The Jeep® Meridian range starts at INR 32.95 Lakhs only

Jeep® Brand:

Built on 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep® is the authentic SUV with capability, craftsmanship, and versatility for people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep® brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a full line of vehicles that continue to provide owners with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence. Jeep® Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is available to the entire Jeep® line-up, is filled with benefits and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep® owners the utmost care and dedicated 24/7 support.

In India, the Jeep® vehicle line-up consists of the Wrangler, Compass, Meridian, and Grand Cherokee. India is the first country for Jeep® outside of North America to make 4 models locally and for exports to other right-hand drive markets around the world Jeep® is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis.

New Delhi, 12 April 2023: UClean, the rapidly growing laundry and dry-cleaning chain in India has announced its plan to further consolidate its position as the largest chain in the country with 1500 UClean Laundromat stores by 2025. The company has achieved remarkable success since its inception and it currently has 323 franchise stores in 93 cities, with an annual gross merchandise value (GMV) of more than 100 Crores.

The company’s unique hyperlocal model ensures that customers are within a 2–3 km radius of their nearest UClean store. “We at UClean are committed to empowering micro-entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary training and support to start their own UClean store. Our goal is to make them discoverable to customers in their local communities. It’s heartening to see UClean franchises in various parts of the country, including small towns and villages like Ziro, Vidisha, Nirjuli, Kokrajhar, Dhuliajan, Bettiah, Siwan, Leh, Kargil, and Bidar. We are proud to have enabled, empowered, and equipped them for success in their neighborhoods.” Said Mr. Arunabh Sinha, Founder of UClean.

UClean is set to expand its services beyond India to the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region and Southeast Asia in 2023. To achieve this goal, the company is making significant investments in technology and digitization of the brand.

UClean provides door-step laundry services, where customers can place their orders using a smartphone app, via the UClean call center number, or through the UClean WhatsApp bot. Users of UClean can also do their laundry at select stores in a DIY (Do It Yourself) format.

“We are excited about our expansion plans and our commitment to delivering high-quality laundry services that prioritize hygiene and the environment,” said Arunabh. “We are investing in technology and digitization to bring our services to customers across India, the MENA region, and SouthEast Asia.”

The laundry and dry-cleaning chain in India also seeks to expand to the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region and SouthEast Asia by the end of 2023 and has a goal of having 1500 centers in India by 2025. To serve the MENA region, significant investments are being made in technology and digitization of the brand. Additionally, UClean is presently concentrating on D2C services but will shortly begin offering D2C cleaning supplies. By 2025, they hope to have a GMV of 500 Crores+

Visakhapatnam: Visakhapatnam: Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach & The Bheemili Resort are thrilled to announce the appointment of Lakshmi Sridhar as the new General Manager, effective April 2023. Lakshmi brings an abundance of experience spanning 28 years and has been associated with Accor for over 11 years, serving as Operations Manager from June 2020 at the Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach. Her remarkable journey started with a position as secretary to General Manager, and with her unwavering dedication, and expertise, she has climbed the ladder to an outstanding leadership role as a General Manager, contributing to the success of the properties.

In her new inspiring role as General Manager, Lakshmi Sridhar will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations of the hotel and resort experience. Her vast knowledge and experience in the hospitality industry will certainly contribute to the growth and success of the properties. She will be responsible for providing leadership, strategic oversight, and direction to the organization in the areas of financial performance, operations, human resources, customer relationships, risk management, and marketing and sales strategies. Her position plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient and effective processes that align with organizational goals.

Commenting on her new appointment, Lakshmi Sridhar, General Manager stated, “I am honored and excited to take on this new role as General Manager. I am committed to working with the team to achieve our goals and to ensure that our customers have an exceptional experience.

She shares her experience of how the work culture enables her to maintain a work-life balance as she pursues singing and reading while excelling at her job. She further adds, “I look forward to the challenge of leading this organization and working with the team to drive growth and success. Together, we can achieve great things.”

Both the properties hold immense value, as they welcome Lakshmi Sridhar to her new role, and wish her every success in her new position.

New Delhi, April 12, 2023: NexGen Energia, a leading green fuel energy company, is expanding its operations across India with plans to establish 100 EV charging stations nationwide through a franchise model. The company aims to redefine the energy sector with its unique business model and build business ecosystems by offering an ideal and profitable business opportunity with low risk. Interested entrepreneurs can establish EV charging stations with production buyback guarantees and receive support for branding, marketing, training vendors, technology transfer, and structured operations from NexGen Energia. The company seeks franchise partners nationwide who demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to uphold world-class standards. The new business opportunities offered include electric charging stations, CNG (CBG) green diesel production, and CBG/Green Diesel Retail Outlets across the nation.

NexGen Energia’s Founder and Chairman, Dr Piyush Dwivedi, commented on the company’s plans, stating that strategically located states with well-developed infrastructure, ample power availability, and favourable weather conditions make them the best bet to lead this industry. The company hopes to create an energy revolution and establish itself as a leading national provider of comprehensive green fuel energy solutions.

Dr Dwivedi added that the company’s innovative business model of buyback guarantees, training, and vendor support is assisting them in expanding their business nationally. With the government’s support through subsidies, income tax benefits, GST benefits, land conversion, and NOCs, NexGen Energia hopes to accelerate the adoption of green fuel with its ultramodern technologies of global standards and vast experience in waste to energy sector. The company intends to give a notable contribution to the growing demand for fuel and alternative energy resources of India.

The company continues to provide technological and policy support to meet the growing demands of its franchisee partners and the market while strengthening its marketing and branding foundation. NexGen Energia aims to continue scaling with the business through its commitment to providing a world-class, innovative, and risk-free intelligent business opportunity to maximize profitability to its partners

April 12 2023 Victorinox launches its innovative Crosslight collection a new generation of soft side luggage for effortless and functional traveling. Giving new life to recycled PET bottles, this is lightweight, and done right. When it comes to choosing the right bag the collection available in elegant black proposes as many carriers as there are opportunities to travel.

With the new Crosslight trolley and bag collection Victorinox introduces a soft side luggage assortment that convinces with versatility, agility and practicality. Crosslight is the answer for travelers looking for the optimal balance between weight and capacity, solutions for easy packaging and innovative material. This versatile collection is perfect for all kinds of travel, from short business trips to extended family vacations. Its agile trolleys and bags can be easily used by all members of the family.

LIVE LIGHT – PACK LIGHT – CARRY LIGHT:

All fabrics of the new Crosslight collection are made from recycled materials, giving a new life to recycled PET bottles. Worry-free traveling is guaranteed thanks to several smart innovations. Optimized technology increases overall capacity and provides a spacious packing interior. Expansion systems on most styles allow to adjustment bags according to packing needs. Enhanced packaging solutions include. maximized opening of the main compartment and the Pack Light Organizer, a foldable divider with extra storage for suitcases. Last but not least, the Swiss-engineered lightweight frame structure offers optimal carrying comfort, rounding off the features of this agile and practical new collection.

A further plus of this innovative travel gear collection is the branded, heat embossed 100% recycled polyester lining. The fabric is treated with SILVADUR™ technology to inhibit the growth of microorganisms and can be cleaned up to 40 times whilst still maintaining the treatment.

SPOILED FOR CHOICE:

The collection offers a great selection of products. Various choices of Carry-On suitcases make it easy to find the right partner for any short trip, be it for business or leisure. If more space is needed the collection offers a Medium Softside Case and a Large Softside Case. Further choices are available in the form of the City Daypack, the Boarding Bag, the Duffel, the Wheeled Duffel or the Garment Bag. Indeed, the collection proposes as many carriers as there are opportunities to travel, from discovering the world with the family, sightseeing in a favorite city with friends to spontaneously exploring the neighbourhood. Like all Victorinox Travel Gear products, the Crosslight collection offers a global 1+10 years warranty and is available in specialty shops, Victorinox stores and online.

Hyderabad/New Delhi, 12th April 2023: Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s MIND BRAIN CENTER is delighted to introduce their new initiative, the Brain Art 2023 competition. This competition’s goal is to promote brain health awareness and reduce the stigmatization associated with brain disorders. The competition encourages individuals of all ages and artistic abilities to utilize their creativity and produce artwork that visualizes brain disorders.

Entries are accepted in three categories for the competition, which include pencil drawing, painting, and digital drawing. There are no registration fees, and participants can submit any number of entries per registration. The theme for this year’s competition is “Breaking the Stigma: Visualizing Brain Disorders.”

Dr. Shyam Diwakar, Director, Amrita Mind Brain Center said, “Art is a powerful means to enhance awareness and comprehension of intricate medical issues. The Brain Art 2023 initiative aims to encourage artists to leverage their talents to help eliminate the obstacles that hinder individuals from seeking treatment for brain disorders.”

Winners in each category of the competition stand a chance to receive exciting prizes. The deadline for submissions is April 23rd, 2023, with winners being announced a few days after the competition concludes.

To participate, entrants must create original artwork and ensure it is free of offensive or insensitive material. Organizers reserve the right to make the final decisions. Submissions must be sent via the submission link in the highest resolution, preferred vector (.eps), or raster formats (.jpeg, .pdf, .png). The artwork should be 11 inches x 16.5 inches in size, with a file size under 10 MB and 300 DPI resolution.

To promote brain awareness within society, submit your entries to the Brain Art 2023 competition. For additional information about the competition, please visit the Mind Brain Center website or Facebook page. The submission link can be found at https://www.amrita.edu/events/brain-art-competition-2023/

India, 12 April 2023: CoinSwitch, India’s largest crypto-investing platform, has been recognized as an Honoree at the 27th Annual Webby Awards, an international award recognizing the best of the Internet. CoinSwitch was honored by an esteemed jury comprising Internet industry experts in the ‘Apps, dApps, and Software – General dApps’ category, the only Indian brand to be recognized in the field for the year.

The Webby Awards are presented by The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), a global organization founded in 1998 with a stated mission of driving the creative, technical, purpose-driven, and professional progress of the Internet and evolving forms of digital media. The 27th Annual Webby Awards received nearly 14,000 entries from over 70 countries.

Celebrating the occasion, Ashish Singhal, Co-Founder, and CEO, CoinSwitch said, “At CoinSwitch, our Northstar has always been simplifying the complex world of finance, and making a platform that is intuitive, flexible, and scalable to meet all the requirements of Indian financial investors. Our newly redesigned app is a powerful yet simple platform that provides us the foundation to build a one-stop wealth-tech destination.”

CoinSwitch revealed an all-new brand app experience in December last year. The redesign was spearheaded by the company’s product design team in collaboration with Animal, an independent creative agency that conceptualize the new design philosophy.

The fresh app design celebrates different people with different dreams. It sets the tone for our ambition to be a one-stop-shop wealth-tech platform, helping India invest better and dream bigger.