Archives September 2023

Decorating our homes during the festive season is an integral part of celebrating and immersing ourselves in the joyous atmosphere. While we often focus on adorning walls, floors, and corners, the role of ceiling decoration cannot be overlooked. Uttamaditya, a renowned life and space designer, provides us with some valuable tips and ideas on how to incorporate ceiling decoration during Ganesh Chaturthi and why it holds such significance.

The importance of ceiling decoration during festive seasons cannot be emphasized enough. It not only adds a touch of elegance and grandeur to the overall ambiance but also creates a visual delight for our guests and family members. Moreover, when we decorate the ceiling, the entire space is utilized, making the decorations more immersive and captivating.

For Ganesh Chaturthi, when we celebrate the arrival of Lord Ganesha, it becomes even more important to decorate the ceiling. Lord Ganesha is considered the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of prosperity. By adorning the ceiling, we invite his divine presence to bless our home.

Uttamaditya suggests several materials and techniques that can be used to highlight the ceiling during the festive season. A popular choice is to use LED lights, which can create a magical effect when hung from the ceiling in different patterns or designs. These lights can be multicolored or stick to a particular theme, complementing the overall theme of the festivities.

Another material that can be incorporated into ceiling decorations is fabric. Uttamaditya recommends using lightweight, colorful fabrics such as chiffon or organza to create drapes or swags that can be suspended from the ceiling. This adds texture, movement, and a sense of grandeur to the overall décor.

One unique idea shared by Uttamaditya involves using flowers to decorate the ceiling. Fresh flowers or artificial flower garlands can be hung upside down from the ceiling, creating a ceiling flower canopy. This technique adds a touch of nature and beauty to the space, and the fragrance of fresh flowers further enhances the festive ambiance.

Additionally, paper lanterns, hanging ornaments, and fabric hangings can also be utilized to adorn the ceiling during festive seasons. These elements not only create a festive vibe but also help in promoting good energy flow throughout the space.

It’s important to remember that the key to successful ceiling decoration lies in maintaining a balance between the decorations above and below. The ceiling decorations should not overpower the rest of the décor but should enhance the overall aesthetic appeal.

In conclusion, incorporating ceiling decoration during festive seasons, such as Ganesh Chaturthi, is significant for creating a visually appealing and immersive ambiance. By using various materials such as LED lights, fabric, flowers, and hanging ornaments, we can elevate the overall festive experience. The expert suggestions shared by Uttamaditya provide us with a starting point to experiment with different ideas and bring out our creativity. So let’s embrace the festive spirit and adorn our ceilings to truly make the celebrations memorable.

21st September 2023: The auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi shines as the grandest celebration of the birth of Lord Ganesha, who is worshipped with great devotion as the symbol of strength, wisdom and good luck. Each year, the festivities commence with the unveiling of the ‘Lalbaughcha Raja,’ marking the beginning of Ganeshotsav in Maharashtra. For the 15th consecutive year, BIG FM, one of the leading radio networks in the country, proudly affirms its exclusive radio partnership for the auspicious celebrations of Lalbaughcha Raja. With Union Bank of India as the presenting sponsor and co-powered by Finolex Pipes and Ather, this initiative under the tagline ‘Bajega Band Aur Baaja, BIG FM Phir Karvayega Big Darshan of Lalbagh Cha Raja’, brings the grandeur and devotion of this event closer to millions of listeners.

During the grand 10-day celebrations, BIG FM’s talented RJs will be broadcasting live from Lalbaug, fostering engagement with devotees, organizers, officials, and avid listeners alike. Their presence will serve as a bridge, connecting people from every corner of India to the divine darshan of Lalbaughcha Raja. With digital live coverage directly from the location, the audience will have a front-row seat to the festivities, enriching their experience. Additionally, the excitement will be further amplified with celebrity appearances alongside the RJs, bringing an extra layer of fervor and enthusiasm, making this year’s celebrations even more memorable.

Year on year, the initiative has received an overwhelming response from countless devotees and has been showered with accolades. This year, taking the initiative a notch higher the radio network has a special musical treat in store. BIG FM is set to release an exclusive song, beautifully sung by the exceptionally talented artist, Brijesh Shandilya. This melodious composition will be brought to life by BIG FM RJs – RJ Vrajesh, RJ Rani, RJ Abhilash, and RJ Dilip, adding an enchanting rhythm to the celebrations.

Sunil Kumaran, COO, BIG FM said, “Lalbaughcha Raja holds a special place in the hearts of Mumbaikars and our longstanding partnership exemplifies our commitment to bringing this divine experience closer to every home. Now, in our 15th year of this initiative, we are thrilled to continue to personalize the sacred experience for our listeners and devotees. With various on-ground, digital and on-air activities planned, we aim to unite hearts of all devotees and create a memorable celebration that reflects the essence of Lalbaughcha Raja.”

The radio network will provide live coverage of the Visarjan, providing listeners with real-time updates through a helicopter ride. The live event aims at spreading goodwill, cheer, and uniting well-wishers nationwide with Bappa. The initiative is being extensively promoted through on-air, digital, social media elements, and on-ground activations.

India, 21st   September 2023: T-Hub, India’s leading startup incubator has announced a partnership with Corporate Connections, a dynamic network of industry leaders and forward-thinking organizations. The partnership aims to strengthen the bridge between established corporations and the vibrant startup ecosystem, facilitating a seamless exchange of knowledge, resources, and investment opportunities.

Under this partnership, T-Hub will host exclusive startup showcases for Corporate Connections Members, creating a dedicated platform for innovative solutions. T-Hub startups will gain access to an extensive network of established entrepreneurs and industrialists from various parts of the country. Additionally, T-Hub will extend invitations to Corporate Connections members, encouraging participation in program demo days, and offering startups valuable growth insights. T-Hub will conduct investor education sessions to empower Corporate Connections members with insights for informed startup investments in a dynamic ecosystem.

As a key partner, Corporate Connections will nurture the ecosystem by facilitating regular interactions with T-Hub startups, fostering knowledge exchange, and active participation in community events. Additionally, Corporate Connections will extend invitations to handpicked startups, offer direct contact information for their members, and share profiles of investors actively seeking opportunities.

Mahankali Srinivas Rao, CEO, T-Hub, said, “We are excited to announce our strategic partnership with Corporate Connections. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in our mission to empower startups and foster innovation. The partnership opens doors for startups to secure vital investments, access new markets, and benefit from expert mentorship. Together with Corporate Connections, we are bridging the gap between established corporations and the dynamic startup ecosystem, creating a powerful synergy.”

This collaboration aligns with the shared vision of bringing together 100 visionary thought leaders under one roof in Hyderabad to create opportunities, enrich themselves, and foster ecosystem growth.

Ananth Badhe, Executive Director, Corporate Connections, said ” At Corporate Connections, we are excited to embark on this transformative journey with T-Hub. This strategic partnership marks a significant step in our commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration within our extensive global network, spanning 29 countries with over 1000 members. By joining forces with T-Hub, we aim to provide our members with unparalleled access to cutting-edge startups, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to be at the forefront of industry trends.”

The signing of the MOU coincided with the launch of CC Hyderabad 2, the second chapter of Corporate Connection in Hyderabad, making it a momentous occasion. The launch event, held on 16th September at the prestigious ITC Kohinoor, saw the active participation of 120 entrepreneurs and industrialists from Hyderabad and other cities, further underscoring the significance of this partnership.

New Delhi, 21st September 2023: Known for its commitment towards smart mobility innovation and clean energy-run vehicles, Triton EV (TEV) is all set to announce a major introduction of 3.5T Triton EV Pickup Truck for the Indian and Middle East Market from TEV’s EV range.

MD of Triton EV Himanshu Patel is excited about this new introduction and said, “EVs are becoming stronger by the virtue of their contribution into the diverse automobile sector. The logistics sector represents a great portion of automobile consumption and this sector is showing fast adoption of EVs. On such market demand, we at TEV are excited to introduce Triton EV Pickup Trucks with 3.5 Tonne capacity.” Mr Patel also possesses a strong belief that EV pickup trucks have the potential to revolutionize the supply chain, promoting sustainability, efficiency, and economic growth.

“Supporting local EV production will not only generate job opportunities within the supply chain for a larger number of people. This EV Pickup Truck shall open the doors of better profitability and better supply chain coverage,” commented Triton EV Himanshu Patel.

The introduction of Electric Vehicle (EV) pickup trucks holds immense relevance for the Indian supply chain landscape. With India facing persistent air pollution issues, the adoption of EVs can significantly reduce emissions, improving air quality for supply chain workers and the general populace. Moreover, the shift to electric power reduces the country’s dependency on imported fossil fuels, enhancing energy security and economic stability. Lower operating costs, government incentives, and reduced noise pollution make EV pickup trucks economically and environmentally appealing for businesses.

Triton EV has established its comprehensive Research and Development (R&D) Center facility in Kheda, Anand District near Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The facility is 1 Lakh 50 Thousand square feet in area. This R&D centre has become the global center of Triton EV’s entire R&D activities which includes the development of Triton EV Trucks and special purpose vehicles.

New Delhi, 21st September 2023 – Shoppers Stop is all set to make Durga Pujo celebrations special this year with their latest campaign and beautifully decked-up stores.

Shoppers Stop unveiled its latest campaign, Saajer Utsav highlighting Pujo’s recognition as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2021. This recognition is indeed an honor for the people working to make puja a joyous and successful festival.

Pujo, one of the most significant festivals holds a special place in the hearts of millions. This is the time every inch of the city bursts with jubilant vibes representing the perfect spirit of togetherness and pride. Every person starts preparing well in advance, putting in all the extra effort, to make the festival a perfect joyous celebration, attracting millions of spectators from across the globe.

Shoppers Stop, Pujo campaign acknowledges the remarkable contributions made by every person to make this celebration grand. Saajer Utsav aims to showcase the efforts of the people who make this celebration grand, whether those creating magnificent pandals or embellishing their homes, playing the dhak, or prepping up for the yummy pooja delicacies, all in the pursuit of making Durga Pujo an awe-inspiring-experience-for-everyone.

That’s not all, Shoppers Stop is all prepped up to make Poojo special, with its stores decked up like a Pujo pandal, lots of events and entertainment in stores, an array of exclusive and festive collections of trendy fashionwear, beauty, free makeovers, great deals and a lot more. Their personal shoppers are always ready to make your puja shopping special. It’s not just a shopping spree; it’s a top-notch makeover and shopping experience.

Shwetal Basu, Customer Care Associate and Chief of Marketing & Communication at Shoppers Stop, shared her sentiments regarding this campaign, saying, “This campaign holds a special place in my heart, as Pujo has always held great significance for me. We are all set to give an enhanced shopping experience to our customers. Our stores and windows are adorned with traditional flowers and radiant lights, immersing our customers in the true essence of Pujo. With this campaign, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who contribute to making this festival a visually stunning and joyous celebration.”

As the entire city is getting ready to celebrate the festival, Shoppers Stop is also gearing up to ensure the residents look their festive best.

Saajer Utsav promises to be a celebration like no other, creating unforgettable memories and moments to cherish. Join us at Shoppers Stop and be a part of this grand Pujo celebration.

21st September 2023, New Delhi: TSL, a leading logistics solutions partner in Vietnam in a groundbreaking collaboration with Roadcast, a technology-driven global logistics solutions provider based in India, will reshape the logistics landscape in Vietnam. United in purpose, this alliance aims to forge a dynamic logistics ecosystem in Vietnam.

With this alliance, the two giants of the logistics sector will bring state-of-the-art technology solutions to the forefront, promising heightened efficiency and transparency. The partnership will double real-time shipment visibility, optimize delivery networks, reduce transit times, and cut operational costs.

A primary focus of this partnership is to elevate the customer experience. Responsive support and tailored logistics solutions will be at the forefront of their efforts. Together, Roadcast and TSL aim to set new industry standards, providing a seamless and efficient logistics experience for their clients in Vietnam.

In addition to this, with a commitment to eco-friendly logistics practices, Roadcast and TSL will work together to reduce their carbon footprint. By exploring sustainable initiatives, they aim to lead the way towards a greener, more responsible logistics industry in Vietnam.

Rahul Mehra, Co-founder of Roadcast, emphasizes the transformative potential of this collaboration, “Our technology is designed to revolutionize logistics making it more efficient, streamlined, and advanced. Partnering with TSL allows us to expand our impact in Vietnam.” Vishal Jain, Co-founder of Roadcast, added, “By joining forces with TSL, we have a unique opportunity to implement and scale our revolutionary logistics solutions, benefiting both companies and the broader logistics industry in Vietnam.”

TSL, a well-established logistics and supply chain management company, brings a wealth of experience in transportation, warehousing, and distribution services. Huy Tran, CEO of TSL, shared, “This partnership marks an exciting chapter for TSL. This collaboration represents a significant turning point for logistics in Vietnam and holds great promise and potential for their future. Together, we aim to exceed customer expectations and drive positive change in the Vietnamese logistics industry.

Bengaluru, 21st September 2023: The Kanteerava stadium and Koramangala Indoor stadium will now have school athletes compete across 30 sports, a first for the silicon valley of India! Putting school sports on centre-stage, SFA Championships will enable the first exposure to multi-sports, for every school athlete. The very first edition of SFA championships in Bengaluru, beginning in January 2024, will discover the sporting potential of the city to identify the number one school in sports. SFA Championships is an endeavor by Sports For All (SFA), India’s leading tech-enabled multi-sports school competition platform.

Extending the vision to transform the grassroots sporting culture in India, schools in Bengaluru can now register on www.sfaplay.com and motivate school athletes to pick a sport to compete. Visualize this multi-sport platform similar to an Olympics platform, where every school can send their contingent of athletes to compete in over 30 sports. The SFA Championships is enabling a platform to identify the best sporting talent and ensure young athletes experience the joy of playing multiple sports. And eventually discover the best school in sports in Bengaluru!

The Championships will equip young athletes with professional infrastructure and equipment, certified match officials and referees through Sports Associations, fully equipped medical stations, physiotherapists, clinics and workshops along with a digitally integrated system for detailed statistics, performance analysis and match videography.

Rajas Joshi, Chief Operating Officer, Sports For All (SFA), expressed, “Introducing kids to multi-sports at an early-age has often been attributed as the key factor for their overall development. A city that has the tech world, food enthusiasts and education masters captivated – Bengaluru – has very quickly emerged as an essential ground for discovering future sporting Champions. With an infrastructure of stadiums for every sport to enriching academy and training centres, the city is a testimony to the immense passion for sports. This is what motivated us to bring the first-ever edition of SFA Championships in Bangalore, with an attempt to enthuse every school athlete to play and compete across 30 sports. Now is the time for every parent, coach and school to nudge their kids towards that Olympian dream!”

Athletes in the age group of 3-18 years can secure their participation, for the sport of their preference, as schools register for this city-based Championships. In 2023, SFA has pledged to encourage 2 lakh athletes to play through 10 SFA Championships in a span of 4 months!

Join us for “Prosts and Pretzels” at our starlit poolside Oktoberfest extravaganza. Immerse yourself in a delightful variety of festive staples, including mouthwatering pretzels crafted from the finest ingredients for an authentic and irresistible taste. Raise your beer stein and embrace the vibrant spirit of Bavarian culture as we create unforgettable moments filled with tradition and joy. Come, share in the festivities, and let’s craft cherished memories that will warm your heart for years to come.

Where: Permit to Grill at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Hyderabad, Telangana.

When: 16th September – 3rd October 2023

Time – 07:00 AM to 11:00 PM

For Reservations, call: +91 9642326162

Mumbai, 21st September 2023 Tata Elxsi, a worldwide design and technology service provider, offers extensive benefits to support employee well-being, recognizing its significant influence on overall job satisfaction and efficiency.

The conviction that physical fitness is critical to general well-being is at the heart of the organization’s purpose. To underline this, they have partnered with cult. Fit, an established fitness platform, provides employees and their respective family members with a discounted cult. fit membership card. This unique card offers access to various fitness options, including gyms, dance lessons, yoga sessions, boxing classes, and more. This campaign highlights the organization’s belief in the critical role of physical fitness in promoting comprehensive health.

Cult. Fit’s Head of Fitness Services, Naresh Krishnaswamy, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership’s potential impact, saying, “At cult. fit, we are driven by the vision of building an active India. Our collaboration with Tata Elxsi will help provide the framework for improving the health and well-being of the employees, resulting in better productivity, lower stress levels, and increased motivation. Companies like Tata Elxsi are ideal role models for HR professionals and organisations interested in taking a holistic approach to employee health, paving the path for a more robust company culture and performance.”

“In addition to physical fitness, we also support the emotional wellness of our employees with complimentary access to a confidential employee assistance programme that provides 24/7 contact to professional counsellors, thereby empowering them to handle any emotional challenges that they may face,” said Kirthan Dsouza, Head of HR Strategy & Transformation at Tata Elxsi. Tata Elxsi also provides fully paid medical insurance coverage for employees & immediate dependent family members to safeguard their security. Other benefits include annual check-ups and wellness webinars led by doctors and health specialists.”

Tata Elxsi takes pride in its dedication to establishing a workplace that prioritizes employee happiness in all that they do. The complete approach to employee wellness encapsulates the company’s unwavering commitment to creating a workplace that prioritizes its employee’s welfare and satisfaction, ultimately driving individual and collective success.

BENGALURU, 21st September 2023 – Elastic® (NYSE: ESTC) (“Elastic”), the company behind Elasticsearch®, today announced the launch of Elastic AI Assistant for Observability and general availability of Universal Profiling™, providing site reliability engineers (SREs), at all levels of expertise, with context-aware, relevant, and actionable operational insights that are specific to their IT environment.

Today’s IT operations teams face an ever-evolving roster of systems challenges and issues unique to their IT environment and are under pressure to address them urgently.

While Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) has helped to translate, streamline, and automate problem resolution, Elastic AI Assistant for Observability powered by the advances of generative AI makes it faster and easier. The AI Assistant does this by leveraging generative AI and proprietary data to deliver context-aware and more accurate remediation for SREs which reduces the learning curve and eliminates the need for manual data chasing across silos.

Powered by the Elasticsearch Relevance Engine™ (ESRE™), the Elastic AI Assistant accelerates time to resolution by democratizing understanding of application errors, log message interpretation, alert analysis, and suggestions for optimal code efficiency.

Additionally, Elastic’s AI Assistant interface improves speed and collaboration across teams by allowing users to interactively chat and visualize all relevant telemetry cohesively in one place while also leveraging proprietary data and runbooks for remediation.

“With the Elastic AI Assistant, SREs can quickly and easily turn what might look like machine gibberish into understandable problems that have actionable steps to resolution,” said Ken Exner, chief product officer, of Elastic. “Since the Elastic AI Assistant uses the Elasticsearch Relevance Engine on the user’s unique IT environment and proprietary data sets, the responses it generates are relevant and provide richer and more contextualized insight, helping to elevate the expertise of the entire SRE team as they look to drive problem resolution faster in IT environments that will only grow more complex over time.”

“With the proliferation of disparate data, navigating data-driven decision-making and gaining valuable insights can be a formidable task for Indian enterprises. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Elastic’s AI Assistant for Observability, driven by generative AI and the Elasticsearch Relevance Engine. This innovation is a game changer for organizations as it empowers the everyday user, the site reliability engineers (SREs) to tackle complex IT challenges head-on, providing them with tailored insights and actionable solutions. SREs and operations teams will be transformed from operating in manual siloes and chasing the data to being able to intuitively and interactively talk to the data and understand it for solving problems, ensuring faster and more effective problem resolution in our ever-evolving IT landscape. Elastic is committed to supporting India’s digital transformation journey with cutting-edge solutions like the Elastic AI Assistant for Observability”, said Neeraj Bhatia, Area Vice President, Elastic India & South Asia.

“The impact and value of generative AI dramatically increases when it has access to an enterprise’s proprietary data,” said Torsten Volk, analyst at Enterprise Management Associates. “It’s exciting to see how Elastic’s AI Assistant for Observability may help customers achieve a state where generative AI provides role and situation-specific recommendations, problem resolutions, and suggested efficiency enhancements, all based on the customer’s own data sources. At the same time helping keep that information private from the generic AI model that lives in the public cloud.”

Elastic Announces General Availability of Universal Profiling

Complex cloud-native environments often create blind spots for SRE teams since many components cannot be instrumented. Instrumentation overhead and deployment complexity of traditional monitoring systems are also limiting factors for modern application teams. To address these challenges, Elastic has launched Universal Profiling, with always-on zero instrumentation and low overhead, to pinpoint performance bottlenecks with visibility into third-party libraries, allowing expedited issue resolution while enabling organizations to reduce cloud costs and track and lower the carbon footprint of their infrastructure.

“Elastic Universal Profiling has been a game-changer in optimizing our operations, ensuring that AppOmni consistently delivers exceptional experiences and cost efficiency,” said Drew Gatchell, Director, Detection Engineering at AppOmni. “With its end-to-end visibility and data-driven insights, we can proactively identify and tackle performance bottlenecks to mitigate potential issues, enabling our teams to uphold peak performance and security for our customers.”