Archives October 2023

Mumbai13th October 2023 – HyugaLife, a prominent health and wellness platform, endorsed by Katrina Kaif and KL Rahul, has introduced Vito, a health supplement brand specifically designed for a generation that often struggles to prioritize their health due to time constraints.

After two years of research and development effort conducted at a UK MHRA-certified laboratory, Vito has introduced a ground-breaking product format to the Indian market. In contrast to traditional supplements, Vito does not require water for consumption. Its innovative self-dissolving form factor, ideal for those with busy, on-the-go lifestyles, has set it apart. Vito’s range of daily health supplements not only accommodates hectic schedules but also simplifies them, offering convenient, efficient, and pocket-sized solutions tailored to modern living.

Vito CEO Prasanna Rengarajan envisions the brand as a game-changer, stating, “Vito was conceived keeping in mind the needs and aspirations of the modern-day consumer. The Vito consumer is someone who values health as an essential part of their life but seeks convenience. Vito was born to simplify health for them, offering a range of daily essentials that seamlessly fit their dynamic lifestyles. You can pop our tablets anytime, anywhere, whether you’re on-the-go, in the middle of a busy day, or just relaxing at home.”

The new generation of Indian millennials is not only ambitious and aspirational but always on the go, balancing the demands of education, work, personal life, and everything in between. Yet, they face significant lifestyle issues such as sleep problems, low energy levels, weak immune systems, aches, and indigestion.

HyugaLife’s launch of Vito was a direct response to these demands of contemporary, fast-paced living.

HyugaLife CEO Anvi Shah highlights the company’s strategic approach, stating, “Our foray into private brands, with Vito, is an organic progression in our growth story. Our strategy is simple – we’re not here to blend in. We’re identifying niche white spaces in the market and building something truly unique. We’re diving deep into consumer insights to create products that not only meet but exceed expectations.”

In its initial phase, Vito has introduced a selection of supplements addressing essential health, including sleep, bone health, iron deficiency, and immunity support. With a roadmap to introduce more than 30 products over the next year, Vito is poised to redefine health for a generation that refuses to compromise on health, no matter how fast life moves. Presently, Vito products are exclusively available through HyugaLife’s website & app.

Chennai, 13 October 2023 – G Square, South India’s largest plot promoter recently announced its 11th anniversary in plot development and land aggregation. The brand on the occasion has disclosed that they will gift 11 grams of gold to customers who book a plot from 3rd to 31st October 2023.

The company saw its inception in 2012, when it forayed into land aggregation and successfully provided huge land parcels to large-scale organizations like JK Tyres, Indiabulls, TVS Emerald, Murugappa, CCI, ELGI, Safe Express, CEAT, Casagrande, Alliance, Saravana Stores, SaravanaSelvarathnam, and Ascendas. Soon, the company went on to be the only private land aggregator in South India to have delivered more than 2,000 acres of land.

The company, post-pandemic in 2020 re-branded itself and ventured into the retail segment of real estate, where it pioneered the concept of plotted development in a secured community with world-class amenities within localities in the heart of the city. Under the plotted development sector, the brand has up to date established more than 100 projects, developing an overall land area of 50 million sq. ft and further extending its presence in major cities such as Chennai, Coimbatore, Trichy, Hosur, Hyderabad, Ballari, Bengaluru, Ambur, Theni, Dindigul, Udumalpet, Tirupattur and Mahabalipuram. The company’s 1000-plus workforce currently caters to more than 10,000 customers.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr.BalaRamajeyam, Managing Director, G Square Realtors Private Limited. “Not known to many people, our journey commenced way back in 2012 when we ventured into the land aggregation market of the real estate industry. Through the initial stages, we have been fortunate to cater to some of the most renowned and esteemed organizations. Within a short period, we were labeled within the industry as the only private land aggregator in South India to have delivered more than 2,000 acres of land. Our experience in wholesale land aggregation is what gave us the expertise and confidence to expand our horizons and venture into retail real estate, where we could easily locate and provide people with the right plot in the right location at the right price. This innovative idea is what drove us to establish the plotted development division of the brand, where we pioneered the concept of providing residential plots within a secured community with world-class amenities, all within the confines of the heart of a city. During these 11 years, we have been successful in establishing and popularizing numerous real-estate market concepts such as land appreciation, satellite townships, and world-class amenities within secured communities and additionally have been instrumental in assisting in the economic growth of numerous large-scale organizations and in providing employment to thousands of people through the process.

This journey has been very special for us and on this occasion of commemoration of the brand’s success, we have decided to share the joy with our dear customers, where we will be gifting them 11 grams of gold for the 11 years of trust people have placed in our brand. We still believe that this is just the beginning and there are miles and milestones ahead yet to be achieved, which we are positive, we will achieve.”

The brand on the occasion will gift 11 grams of gold to any customer who books a plot from G Square’s existing projects in all zones- Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Karnataka from 3rd October 2023 to 31st October 2023.

Hyderabad, 13th October 2023: BJP Leader Ms Karuna Gopal Vartakavi is invited to give a Plenary Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Local Government Conference in Kigali, Rwanda, SOUTH AFRICA. The invitation is extended by the Secretary General of the Commonwealth Local Government Forum (CLGF) in London UK This conference is hosted by the Government of Rwanda in November 2023.

The Conference is the flagship event of the Commonwealth Local Government Forum (CLGF), the Commonwealth organization which focuses on prosperity to the 2.6 billion citizens of the Commonwealth. The theme of the 2023 Conference is “Building Resilience across the Commonwealth”.

Key participants would be around 500 Senior Mayors, Ministers, Senior Officials, Development Partners, and other Stakeholders from across the 56 Member States of the Commonwealth, including high-profile speakers from governments, development agencies, civil society, and the private sector.

The invitation letter said, “We would be honored to have Ms. Gopal as a Plenary Keynote Speaker with her vast international expertise on People-Centric Governance, Sustainable Cities, Innovation, and Technology”.

CLGF is a Global Platform to discuss key issues relating to City Governments for Global Policy Shaping The recommendations of this conference will be shared at the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

Speaking about it, Ms Karuna Gopal Vartakavi said “I am happy to represent India as our country is the fourth largest contributor to the overall Commonwealth budget. As CLGF engages directly with the United Nations, Commonwealth Heads of Government, and the European Union on global policy issues, India’s voice that is also considered as the ‘VOICE OF GLOBAL SOUTH‘ will be amplified.

Moreover, CLGF and its Commonwealth partners have launched the Call to Action on ‘Sustainable Urbanisation in the Commonwealth’ – this seeks a greater focus on addressing rapid urbanization and the impacts of climate change. This as you know has been my expertise.

Ms Karuna Gopal Vartakavi, President – Foundation for Futuristic Cities, Independent Director – Engineers India Ltd and BJP National In-charge for Policies and Research. She is a Global Thought Leader, Innovator, and sought-after Keynote speaker. In the last decade, Ms Gopal has given more than 100 Keynote and plenary Addresses Globally at conferences relating to Technology | Sustainable Smart Cities the innovation Economy. For more information Website: www.karunagopal.com

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Mumbai, 13th October 2023: SanKash, India’s leading travel fintech today announced the launch of a new service – A no-cost Working Capital program. Under this new initiative, SanKash plans to disburse INR 100 CR in the next 6-9 months at 0% interest. The aim of the initiative is to provide a much-needed timely financial boost to travel agents, helping them operate smoothly, grow their businesses, and serve their customers better.

The biggest advantage is the travel agents can secure the funds they need without incurring any interest costs, making it an affordable and attractive financial solution. Moreover, the program is designed to be flexible, allowing travel agents to use the working capital for various business needs, such as covering operational expenses, marketing efforts, or expanding their service offerings.

The Travel agents can avail up to INR 50 lakh with no collaterals, security, or guarantors to qualify for the no-cost working capital program. According to several industry reports, there are nearly 3 lakh travel agent businesses catering to holidaymakers. These are scattered across categories of service providers such as travel packages, cab and bus booking companies. This segment will be worth an estimated $65 billion by 2027.

Speaking on the initiative, Akash Dahiya, Co-founder & CEO, SanKash, said, “Our No-Cost Working Capital initiative for Travel Agents, which aims to disburse 100 CR in the next 6-9 months at 0% interest, represents a pivotal moment not just for SanKash but for the entire travel industry. We recognize the indispensable role that travel agents play in curating exceptional journeys and ensuring seamless experiences for travelers worldwide. We firmly believe that a thriving travel industry is built on cooperation, innovation, and the financial well-being of its key players, and with this initiative, we are excited to take the industry to new heights.”

The tourism sector in India is on track to become a trillion-dollar industry by 2047, generating around 400 million job opportunities, according to a report by Visa and EY. The travel agents typically incur a high-interest cost ranging from 18-24% otherwise. With this initiative, travel agents can realize substantial cost savings, thereby improving their overall financial health. SanKash’s no-cost working capital program empowers travel agents to optimize their operations, offer competitive prices, and achieve better profit margins. This support ultimately contributes to the long-term success and sustainability in the travel industry.

India, 13th October 2023: CJ Darcl Logistics Limited (“CJ Darcl”), a diversified logistics company in India, signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Motors Limited (“Tata Motors”), strategic engagement to strengthen and enhance CJ Darcl’s fleet of vehicles and explore options of logistics services. The MoU was signed on 11th October 2023, in the presence of Mr. Krishan Kumar Agarwal, Managing Director of CJ Darcl Logistics Limited; Mr. Kang Sin Ho, CEO of CJ Logistics Corporation; Mr. Girish Wagh, Executive Director of Tata Motors Limited and Mr. Rajesh Kaul, Vice President & Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors.

Post the MoU, the companies would deliberate on possibilities to enhance CJ Darcl’s fleet and make their operations greener. The engagement also intends to make CJ Darcl’s operations more efficient with comprehensive annual maintenance contracts, a dedicated service team, and streamlined after-sales processes. With Tata Motors’ advanced trucks and expertise in fleet management through value-additions, telematics systems and service networks, CJ Darcl aims to set new benchmarks in the Indian logistics industry.

On this occasion, Mr. Kang Sin Ho, CEO of CJ Logistics Corporation said, “India has been a dynamic market for logistics and is anticipated to remain a growth outperformer. According to CRISIL MI&A, India’s GDP is expected to grow at an average of 6.1% between fiscal 2025 and 2027, compared with 3.1% globally as estimated by International Monetary Fund. In this direction, the Indian government introduced the Gati Shakti Scheme, National Logistics Policy, Bharatmala Pariyojana, and Sagarmala which became the key enablers of logistics in India. Further to bolster our efforts to provide logistics solutions, we have collaborated with Tata Motors Limited. This is aimed at bringing operational efficiency to the forefront. The engagement will focus on evaluating cost-effective vehicle deployment to strengthen CJ Darcl’s fleet, whilst providing on-ground support.”

Mr. Krishan Kumar Agarwal, Managing Director of CJ Darcl Logistics Limited, commented, “We are delighted to announce the strategic alliance between CJ Darcl Logistics and Tata Motors Limited. This will help the company in procurement of trucks in the next 5 years and improve the vehicle management system subsequently paving a way for use of alternative fuel vehicles”.

Commenting on the momentous occasion, Mr. Rajesh Kaul, Vice President & Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors, said, “At Tata Motors, we aim to create and deliver value keeping in mind the evolving needs of our customers. This MoU is a cornerstone in our commitment to revolutionise the transportation industry. Tata Motors trucks are engineered with a focus to offer the low total cost of ownership with efficient powertrains and are equipped with state-of-the-art features like an advanced telematics system – Fleet Edge, and come with value additions that ensure highest uptime for higher profitability to our customers. With CJ Darcl, we are poised to redefine the landscape of transportation, fostering innovation and efficiency.”

The ceremony was also graced with the esteemed presence of Mr. Anand Bang, Chief Operating Officer, Tata Motors Finance Ltd.

India, 13th October 2023 [24]7.ai, a global leader in intent-driven customer solutions and contact center services, has ramped up recruitment at its Bangalore and Hyderabad centers. The company is actively hiring Customer support advisors for both voice and chat services. Leveraging India’s expansive talent pool, [24]7.ai is also set to strengthen its workforce by targeting talent from key Tier 2 & 3 cities like Mysore, Mangalore, Hubli, Dharwad, Chittoor, Tirupati, Coimbatore, Vizag and Vijayawada. The company already has hired over 40% of its Talent needs with candidates from Tier 2 cities.

With the recruitment drive already underway, the company is proactively collaborating with educational institutions to leverage the growing pool of nascent fresher talent, who will account for one-third of the company’s talent needs. Concerted women-centric recruitment drives have also taken up the women-centric hires to 41% of overall recruitment. [24]7.ai was recently rated amongst the “Top 50 best places to work for women” by the global expert in workplace culture, ‘Great place to work’- for the 5th consecutive year.

Namit Jauhari Country Head India, [24]7.ai said, “It is promising to see that the landscape of employment in India is finding new centers of talent in Tier-2 & 3 cities. We look forward to contributing to the growth of these emerging talent hubs by hiring and fostering a dynamic and inclusive workforce. Opportunities are offered for fixed term and short-term hiring so that both graduate and undergraduate talent can benefit from our intensive training programs and exposure to working for Fortune 500 companies.”

Nina Nair, SVP & HRD Head, India and Americas, [24]7.ai said, “We are excited to welcome freshers and fruitfully engage them through smooth campus to corporate transitions, leveraging on our robust training processes. We stay strongly invested in our people and nurture freshers to grow them into leaders. A testimony to this, is our consistent ranking for the 5th consecutive year amongst the ‘Top 100 best workplaces’ and ‘Top 50 best workplaces for women’ by Great Place To Work, the global authority on workplace culture.”

This year’s recruitment drive is geared towards providing full-time positions as well as fixed-term employment options as an opportunity for education to aspirants who prefer a short-term work engagement. The company has in place initiatives like ‘Earn while you learn scheme’ that also provides undergraduates an experience of work life as they continue to study. To ease in freshers, ‘Campus to corporate’, on-the-job learning initiatives, soft skills training and coaching initiatives are in place for smoother transitions. The new joiners also get an opportunity to work with Fortune 500 clients using cutting- edge conversational ai technology. to empower and support them.

Jamshedpur,13th October 2023 XITE College, in collaboration with the Tata Steel Foundation (TSF), hosted a remarkable event today as part of the “Samuday Ke Saath” initiative. This unique endeavor, operating within the Samvaad: A Tribal Conclave ecosystem, has been a beacon of cultural celebration and awareness for tribal communities since its inception.

The event, attended by Nitish Kumar from TSF, was a film screening that aimed to illuminate the rich tapestry of tribal culture, life, and history through powerful audio-visual storytelling. This year’s screening, organized and coordinated by Mr. Ashish Singh, Head of Branding & Communication at XITE College, saw the active involvement and support of Prof. Akinchan Xaxa and Prof. Amit Chaturvedi.

“Samuday Ke Saath” was initiated in 2015 with a mission to harness and disseminate the power of cinema as a medium for highlighting the cultural wisdom and identity of India’s tribal communities. The event takes place annually between November 15th-19th in Jamshedpur, bringing together diverse tribal communities from India and overseas.

The film screening, which lasted for 1 hour and 30 minutes, was more than just a cinematic experience; it was a platform for building dialogue and understanding tribal identity. It shed light on the extraordinary anthropological content encapsulated in these films, offering an immersive audio-visual learning experience.

Post-screening, the focus shifts to the Samuday Ke Saath National Short Film Competition, an exceptional initiative that seeks to showcase the power of films through an alternative lens. This competition serves as an invitation to contribute to a deeper and more profound understanding of tribal communities in India.

Mr. Ashish Singh, speaking on behalf of XITE College, expressed his gratitude to the Tata Steel Foundation for their unwavering support in making the event a reality. He acknowledged the pivotal roles played by Fr. Dr. Mukti Clarence, Prof. Akinchan Xaxa and Prof. Amit Chaturvedi, whose dedication and enthusiasm were instrumental in the success of this event, and thanked them.

The “Samuday Ke Saath” initiative continues to be a beacon of cultural appreciation and an important platform for promoting equitable and inclusive cultures. XITE College remains dedicated to fostering dialogue and understanding, and events like this serve as a testament to their commitment to these principles.

Mumbai, 13th October 2023: Moving overseas to commence your higher education is a one-of-a-kind experience, which can sometimes be daunting for students since every aspect of it is new & unknown. Recognizing this, University Living, an Award-winning Global student housing platform, has introduced Study Abroad Buddy, a platform designed to enhance the study abroad experience by addressing the unique challenges and needs faced by students looking to pursue their higher education overseas.

One of the most common obstacles students face is limited access to information and a lack of proper guidance. Study Abroad Buddy, meticulously crafted by our dedicated team of experts, serves as the ultimate information bridge for students. With a vast global network of over 1000+ Education Consultant Partners, we are committed to connecting students with the best opportunities worldwide.

The AI-powered Study Abroad Buddy Platform is designed to assist students in every step of their journey toward international education. It provides comprehensive solutions, including – University and Course Shortlisting, Connecting with Future Classmates, WhatsApp Groups, AI-Powered Information Access, and much more.

Empowering students with AI-driven insights to simplify their education choices, while also providing a streamlined path for education partners to counsel and support applicants, leveraging our extensive network of study abroad consultants, platforms, and university representatives.

This innovative platform not only benefits students but also supports education agents and universities in attracting highly qualified students who are well-suited to their courses and programs. It serves as a comprehensive post-admission one-stop platform.

University Living’s emerging innovation becomes a unified platform, offering an all-encompassing suite of tools to guide students through their international education journey. It features country-specific communities, fostering connections among future students and supplying insights on exam preparation, visa procedures, accommodation selection, living expenses, and more.

With Study Abroad Buddy, University Living’s ethos of prioritizing student welfare finds new heights. The platform’s real-time updates, best practices, and tailored content minimize information-gathering challenges. By joining country and intake-specific networks, students gain access to tailored resources, peer interactions, and expert-guided Q&A sessions. It’s an Information Hub that enriches their decision-making process and confidence in their choices.

Saurabh Arora, CEO & Founder, University Living said, “We are thrilled to introduce University Living’s AI-Powered Study Abroad Buddy Platform which is designed to catalyze growth within the Study abroad sector. It’s a game-changer for education agents and universities as well. Delivering more filtered and better-fit students enhances the quality of international student recruitment.Our goal is to save time and resources while empowering students by simplifying information access and fostering unbiased decision-making. This approach cultivates an efficient ecosystem, streamlining the decision-making process for students and enhancing experiences for stakeholders like education partners and accommodation providers. This not only improves the student experience but also drives ecosystem growth as more students study abroad, aligning with our focused platform, much like University Living. This innovative program is set to revolutionize the study abroad experience for students worldwide.”

New Delhi, 13th October 2023 Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasized the pivotal role of politics as a catalyst for societal reform. He underscored that the essence of politics lies in nurturing national development, creating employment opportunities, and spearheading welfare initiatives. These remarks were made during his address at the Amrit Ratna event hosted by News 18 India in New Delhi on Tuesday.

He said that people need to be judged by their quality and skill. They should be valued by their commitment and dedication and not by their caste, creed or gender. Those who perform well and work hard, should be recognised.”

Asked about his public appreciation for good work, he said, “I don’t know much about civil engineering but I do know how to get things done. Teamwork is very important. There must be an audit of performance like regular budget audits.”

The minister spoke about the importance of maintaining a good relationship with peers. Asked about if he has any friends in Opposition, he said, “Human relationships are quite important. I have friends across the political spectrum. I have many close friends across the board.”

He stated that the Delhi – Mumbai Highway will be completed before the end of this year and the government is working on connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari through the highway which would reduce travel time by 22 hours.

Asked about contesting the 2024 Lok Sabha election, he said the party decides who will fight an election. I believe in work. I do not worry about the future. I am very satisfied with whatever I have got.

Talking about his upcoming biopic, he said that a film can be made but there should not be any controversy.

The grand event witnessed the esteemed presence of eminent figures hailing from diverse domains, with a notable attendance of political stalwarts and Union ministers. Among the dignitaries were Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, and MoS Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh, to name a few.

Marking the occasion of the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence, the second edition of Amrit Ratna was hosted by News 18 India, the nation’s number-one Hindi news channel in New Delhi. This grand event was a heartfelt tribute to luminaries whose significant contributions have not only imprinted an indelible mark on the nation but have also played a pivotal role in shaping its historical trajectory.

Mumbai, 13th October 2023: Celebrated poet Mamang Dai will be the Poet Laureate of the 14th Tata Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest.

Mamang Dai is one of India’s most evocative contemporary writers in English. Hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, the rhythm of her verse reflects the rhythms of the oral tradition of her Adi tribe, and of the natural landscape to which she is so attached. Her poetic voice, as expressed in the collections River Poems, The Balm of Time, Midsummer Survival Lyrics, and the folk tale Hambreelmai’s Loom, is gentle, melodious and poignant. While her poetry can be nostalgic for passing traditions and denuded landscapes and does not avoid the political realities and unease of the times, it is always imbued with hope and love.

Mamang Dai’s poetry ranges across all the aspects of life in the Northeast – positive and negative, political and ideological, nature and community – but is never harsh or opaque. This has been her gift to students and readers – limpid and accessible verse that lights up the beauty of the natural and cultural milieu of the Northeast, shifting the image of conflict and militancy often associated with the region.

A meticulous documenter and proponent of the social, environmental, aesthetic and culinary aspects of Arunachal Pradesh, Mamang Dai has also written a range of works of non-fiction (The Hidden Land, Mountain Harvest) and fiction (she received the Sahitya Akademi Award for her novel The Black Hill), but has described poetry as her “life-line”. She was awarded the Padma Shri in 2011. She has also been a journalist across print, TV and radio, and has worked with the World Wildlife Fund in the Eastern Himalayas Biodiversity Hotspots program.

Accepting the Poet Laureateship for Tata Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest 2023, Mamang Dai said: “I am quite overwhelmed to be invited to be the Poet Laureate of the Tata Literature Live! 2023. I think it is wonderful that Tata Literature Live! Mumbai literature festival celebrates poetry. I feel honoured, and inspired”.

Co-Director of the Festival, Quasar Thakore Padamsee said, “We are excited and honoured that Mamang Dai will be this year’s Poet Laureate at the Tata Literature Live! The Mumbai Litfest. Apart from being a distinguished poet and author, Mamang Dai has lived a life of service and commitment, having also been a journalist, a dedicated conservationist and an eminent socio-cultural chronicler. The breadth and depth of her experience will add an uplifting dimension to the Poet Laureateship of the Festival”.

Mr Harish Bhat, Brand Custodian, Tata Sons said, “We are privileged to bestow the title of Poet Laureate upon Ms Mamang Dai for the 2023 edition of Tata Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest. This recognition is perhaps one of the many accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri and Sahitya Akademi Award that adorn her illustrious life as one of the finest writers in English from Northeast India. The universality of her poems, while taking inspiration from nature, is deeply intertwined with her multifaceted experiences as a novelist, journalist, IAS officer, a woman, as well her indigenous heritage as the member of the Adi tribe. Her poems, today, are an evocative voice for the art, for women, as well as for indigenous tribes. We look forward to hosting an important voice like Ms Mamang Dai’s at the festival.”

Previous Tata Literature Live! Poet Laureates include Gieve Patel, Adil Jussawalla, Javed Akhtar, K. Satchidanandan, Jayanta Mahapatra, Gulzar, Keki Daruwalla, Vikram Seth, and Joy Goswami.