Archives November 2023

Udaipur’s premier shopping and entertainment destination, Urban Square Mall, is poised to captivate and enchant visitors with its transformation into a vibrant Diwali Bazaar. From November 3rd to 15th, the mall will offer an exquisite Diwali shopping experience, adorned with decor inspired by the majestic Ram Setu, a first-of-its-kind in the region. This artistic tribute to our rich cultural and religious heritage enhances the significance of the Diwali celebrations.

The choice of decor inspired by Lord Ram on Diwali holds deep cultural and spiritual significance. Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. Lord Ram, an iconic figure in Indian mythology, represents these values, making the thematic decor a symbol of this age-old narrative and a source of inspiration for the festival’s celebration.

Urban Square Mall is dedicated to fostering a sense of cultural connection and pride among the younger generation. By integrating the majestic Ram Setu-inspired decor into the Diwali Bazaar, the mall aims to bridge the gap between tradition and modernity. The goal is to encourage young shoppers to embrace and appreciate their cultural heritage, creating a more meaningful and enriched shopping experience.

Moreover, this Diwali, Urban Square Mall offers visitors the chance to become a “lakhpati” by purchasing for a fixed minimum amount.  The grand event “KAUN BANEGA LAKHPATI” begins on the 4th of November, adding an exciting element to your Diwali celebrations.

Uddhav Poddar, Managing Director of Bhumika Group, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are thrilled to unveil Urban Square Mall’s Diwali Bazaar, a unique and immersive experience for our visitors. Our goal is to infuse the Diwali shopping experience with the charm and grandeur of our rich heritage, particularly by showcasing the majestic Ram Setu. We believe this thematic decor will resonate with our patrons and add a sense of pride and cultural connection to their shopping journey.”

Urban Square Mall, located in the heart of the city, is a premium shopping and entertainment destination known for its diverse retail offerings, dining experiences, and exciting entertainment options. It aims to provide an exceptional and holistic shopping experience to its visitors.

Bengaluru,3rd November 2023: Moshi Moshi, one of India’s leading communication company, has bagged the social media marketing mandates of the reputed brand Klub.

The mandate entails a comprehensive social media marketing strategy to amplify and create compelling social media campaigns and high-quality content strategies to build a stronger brand voice. This partnership marks a significant step forward in bringing together the expertise and capabilities of Moshi Moshi in the media and marketing industry.

Klub is India’s largest Revenue Based Financing platform and provides digital businesses with flexible capital without having to dilute equity.

Ishita Verma, Co-founder and COO at Klub, said, “We are at an interesting juncture of our growth and having a strong digital personality is absolutely imperative. We are excited to leverage Moshi Moshi’s expertise to create a multitude of opportunities to enhance our brand and customer experience on our social media.”

Speaking on the partnership, Rishav Dubey and Ajay Bothra, Founders of Moshi Moshi, said, “Moshi Moshi has always aimed at providing a value proposition to generate relevant, long-lasting, and captivating communication to all our clients. We will continue to deliver with the same zeal and commitment to put Klub, Imagine and Soundscape on top of their consumer digital scape”

Chennai, 3rd November 2023: : The Board of Directors of CIFCL today approved the unaudited financial results for the quarter and half year ended 30th September 2023.

Highlights:

Growth in Disbursements and AUM for Chola was robust in Q2, due to all round growth in demand.

• Pickup in replacement demand from end user segments in the auto sector supported growth for Vehicle Finance.
• Loan Against Property business witnessed a healthy revival due to growth in demand from SME segments
• Home loans continued to register above-average growth due to revival in earnings of Self-employed non-professionals.
• The new segments of SME, CSEL, and SBPL also continued to register growth though on a smaller base.

Bangalore: ICICI Bank has announced that it has enabled millions of customers to pay to any merchant QR code by using the Bank’s digital rupee (e₹) app named ‘Digital Rupee by ICICI Bank’. The Bank has made it possible by making its digital rupee app UPI (Unified Payments Interface) interoperable.

This integration empowers customers to scan existing UPI QR code at merchant outlets and pay via the digital rupee app. At the same time, it helps merchants to accept digital rupee payments on their existing UPI QR code, eliminating the need for a mandatory onboarding procedure.

ICICI Bank’s introduction of UPI interoperability on its digital rupee app provides flexibility and convenience to customers. It also expands the usage of digital rupee. ICICI Bank was selected to participate in the first cohort of the pilot project on digital currency launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in December 2022. The Bank is live with this facility in 80 cities across the country.

Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Bijith Bhaskar, Head- Merchant Ecosystem, ICICI Bank said, “At ICICI Bank, we strive to provide seamless, innovative digital banking solutions to our customers. This new feature on our digital rupee app –‘Digital Rupee by ICICI Bank’– enables the Bank’s customers to make payments on existing merchant QR codes, thereby exponentially expanding the avenues for payments. We are honored to participate in this yet another significant ecosystem-level move toward Digital India.

We believe this initiative will bring a paradigm shift in the future of digital payments in India and promote greater acceptance of digital currency among customers and contribute to an increased volume of transactions through the digital rupee.”

Steps to make quick payments through ‘Digital Rupee by ICICI Bank’:

• · Open AppStore or PlayStore to update ‘Digital Rupee by ICICI Bank’ to the latest version
• · Login through the app
• · Click on scan QR option and scan the merchant’s UPI QR code
• · Select the amount and enter the PIN
• · The transaction is done

The ‘Digital Rupee by ICICI Bank’ app is available for both Android and iOS devices. The app provides users the convenience of loading their digital wallet from their ICICI Bank savings account. They can also transfer money or make payments to others. The app also loads money to the wallet from the customer’s savings account automatically when the balance in the wallet falls short of a specified amount.

ICICI Bank services its large customer base through a multi-channel delivery network of branches, ATMs, call centres, internet banking (www.icicibank.com), and mobile banking.

Hyderabad: 3rd November 2023: Osmania Medical College of Hyderabad won the National Finale of the intercollegiate Sweden India Nobel Memorial Quiz 2023, held in at Zakir Hussain Delhi College.

The winners, including Sayed Mohammad Hashmi, Hussain Ahmed, and Sayed Abdul Mannan, did their institute proud by answering a wide array of questions on the Nobel prizes and Sweden.

H.E. Jan Thesleff, Sweden’s Ambassador to India handed over the prizes to the winners. Students from colleges across the country participated in the quiz. Over six teams were part of the national quiz round conducted by the quizmasters, Kunal Savarkar and Seema Chari.

Speaking on the occasion, Jan Thesleff, Sweden’s Ambassador to India, said, “ We are happy with the overwhelming response and enthusiasm we witnessed for the Sweden-India Nobel Memorial Quiz. The Quiz was held in five cities across India- Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bengaluru with the grand finale in New Delhi.”

He further added, “2023 is a special year for us as we mark 75 years of Sweden-India diplomatic relations. The quiz is a great platform to celebrate the strong friendship between Sweden and India.”

The prize for National Quiz Champions is a weeklong trip to Sweden. The winners will get to visit the headquarters of some of the partnering companies, Swedish universities and the Nobel Museum. All participants of the quiz got the certificates and many of them also won exciting audience prizes.

Launched in 2008, this much-awaited annual quiz has grown exponentially over the years and is a unique medium to test students’ knowledge of the Nobel Prize, Nobel Laureates, and their achievements along with Sweden, its people, culture, Swedish innovations, and inventions. Organized by the Embassy of Sweden in collaboration with leading Swedish companies in India and other partners as well as the Consulate General of Sweden in Mumbai, it forms part of the Sweden-India Nobel Memorial program.

The quiz is open to all Indian students currently enrolled at a college/university in India. Students are required to form teams of three members, all from the same institution. The winning team from each city will qualify for the grand finale which will be held in New Delhi

BHS732/10 UV Protect Hair Straightener: From sleek and chic straight hair to effortlessly casual waves, you can do it all. The UV Protect Hair Straightener protects and styles hair with lower UV and heat damage with its mineral ions and ThermoShield technology. It also features 35% smoother plates with floating technology for gentle gliding with every stroke as well as 50% faster straightening. The Argan oil-infused ceramic plates give ultimately even styling in a single glide. It comes with 12 temperature settings ranging from 120-230 degree Celsius to suit different hair types and styling needs.
Priced at INR 9,995

BHD399/00 UV Protect Hair Dryer: This hair dryer allows for healthy and powerful drying with 1800W power. The mineral ions released by the hair dryer help to lower UV damage to keep hair smooth. Its caring temperature setting, and advanced ionic care enable hair to be shiny and frizz-free anywhere. It features 3 heating and speed settings for precise control and tailored styling.
Priced at INR 4,495

Philips Ionic Hairbrush BHH885/10: The perfect styling partner for this festive season so you can style in just 5 minutes with all the care that your hair deserves and not miss out on any of the festivities.

This heated hairbrush comes with ionic care that gives smooth, frizz-free hair in just 5 min. It has Thermoprotect technology that minimizes heat damage on hair and Argan oil-infused bristles which glide smoothly through hair leaving it shiny and smooth. It offers 3 temperature settings to suit different hair types and is suitable for styling colored hair.

Priced at INR 4,995

Croma stores near you

BRR454 Facial Hair Remover- The new powerful yet gentle facial hair remover, the Philips BRR454 Facial Hair Remover gently removes facial hair on the upper lip, chin, cheeks, and jawline. This product comes packed with the 360° Hypoallergenic head technology of Philips which ensures a gentle hair removal experience. It has self-sharpening blades that deliver constant closeness to the skin allowing for flawless results. For a user-friendly experience, the product has a built-in mirror as well full circle LED light that ensures maximum visibility to remove even the finest facial hair.

Priced at INR 2,195

Philips Kerashine Straighteners (BHS378/10, BHS738/00, BHS736/00): The Philips Kerashine range of straighteners come with keratin-infused ceramic plates which give salon-like hair at home. It features SilkProtect technology which ensures optimum heat exposure of your hair to ensure you get salon-like results with minimum heat damage. The Ionic care feature gives frizz-free hair. These straighteners come with multiple temperature settings to suit different hair and styles.

The prices range from INR 3195 to INR 3995

Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales and Cosmetic stores near you

Philips Cordless Facial Hair Remover BRR 454: Philips Cordless Facial hair remover that gives you the perfect smooth skin , no fuzz any time anywhere. A compact design that fits inside your handbag, equipped with full circle LED light and mirror to ensure you don’t miss a spot. The self-sharpening blades encased in a hypoallergenic head ensure you get the best-in-class hair removal with gentle skin friendliness always. The perfect pre-makeup tool for the perfect festive glow.

FOR HIM

Philips Air Styler BHA301/10: Designed to cater to the unique hairstyling needs of men, Philips Air Styler BHA301/10 comes with a care setting, flexible cool and heat settings, and 2-in-1 functionality for hair drying and styling. It features 800W airflow, three heat and speed settings, a narrow concentrator for precise styling, and a 30mm brush with retractable bristles infused with Argan oil for safe and effortless styling.

Available exclusively on Philips India e-store

Priced at INR 3,495

Philips OneBlade Pro: Built for precision, power, and control, the OneBlade Pro is a premium Face and Body solution which is loaded with features that helps consumers to shave, trim, and style as per their desire. The revolutionary tool features 14 different settings from 0.4mm to 10mm that allows users to trim as per their preferred hair length along with contour-following technology and a click-on skin guard that allows shaving close to the skin while offering skin protection from nicks and cuts. OneBlade Pro offers a powerful run time of 120 minutes on a one-hour full charge along with a battery indicator that monitors the remaining charge.

Available on Amazon India

Priced at INR 7,495

Philips OneBlade QP1424: A revolutionary grooming tool specially designed for GenZ that offers safety, convenience, speed, and versatility. With its Dual Protection Technology and unique OneBlade Technology, it provides a skin-friendly trim/shave while preventing irritation. The tool features a dual-sided blade, stubble combs, and effortless styling capabilities, making it the perfect grooming companion for young Indians seeking to express themselves with ease.

Priced at INR 1,549

Philips MG7715/65: All-in-one pro trimmers that offer a professional, salon like evenness and sharp finish from the comfort of home. The Philips Multigroom all-in-one hair trimmer comes with 13 attachments to provide a full body grooming solution. It creates clean, straight lines and provides even trim through the thickest hair with its precise steel blades. The DualCut blades provide maximum precision and added control with a no-slip rubber grip. This trimmer is designed to be water-resistant, so that one can use it comfortably in the shower and easily clean it under the tap.

Led by MG7715/65, the range consists of MG3710/65, MG3760/33 and MG7715/65.

Priced at INR 1,995- 4,595

PERSONAL HEALTH

Philips Sonicare Electric Toothbrush 3100 Series HX 3671/14:

Philips Sonicare electric Toothbrush comes with the clinically proven Sonicare ® technology which ensures a gentle and effective brushing experience. The Sonicare technology creates microbubbles that ensure deep cleaning between teeth and gums and provide you with a refreshing feel. The slim ergonomic design along 3 times better plaque removal compared with your regular brush and in built features like a Smart Timer, and Pressure Sensor with make it the best accessory for a great start of the day. Here’s to bright smiles and healthy oral care.

Oklahoma City, OK, November 02, 2023 –(PR.com)– Wed Society®, the premier wedding media franchise dedicated to promoting local wedding vendors, adds accomplished industry veteran David Lewis to its executive team. Lewis will serve as chief growth officer.

“David brings a world-class talent level to our franchise network and corporate support staff. He has unique insights as an accomplished franchisee, franchisor, and board member of national franchise brands,” said Ashley Bowen Murphy, co-founder of Wed Society®.

As the heartbeat of the wedding community, Wed Society® developed a unique omni-channel media platform which showcases the most inspirational local weddings while connecting wedding vendors with couples planning their big day.

“In two decades of advising and building successful companies, Wed Society® co-founders Ashley and Kami stand out to me as uniquely inspired. Wed Society is special, and has established itself as the leading media brand by connecting local wedding vendors with engaged couples and now boasts more than 1.5 million online views and an engaged social media following exceeding 300,000. I’m proud to join this talented team as we accelerate our national expansion,” said David Lewis.

Lewis most recently served as chief operating officer of a packaged consumer goods startup which he helped build to tens of millions in revenue, followed by a record setting exit. Previously, Lewis served as vice president of franchising for a multi-billion-dollar staffing brand, where he led the addition of hundreds of new franchise locations globally. He holds graduate degrees from both Columbia Business School in New York City and London Business School in the United Kingdom, is bestselling author on leadership, and is a frequent speaker on business growth and franchising topics.

“David Lewis is a high impact leader who expands our corporate team to nearly 40 talented media and franchise professionals as we quicken our national expansion. This is a big move for our fast growing brand and demonstrates our investment in Wed Society® continuing to disrupt the $70 billion wedding industry,” said Kami Huddleston, cofounder of Wed Society®.

The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) welcomed a new era as Mr. Ameya Suresh Prabhu, a prominent businessman, accomplished writer, and philanthropist, took the reins as its President. The official inauguration took place during the highly anticipated Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the prestigious Taj Bengal Kolkata on October 31, 2023.

Mr. Prabhu, the Founder and Managing Director of NAFA Capital Advisors, a leading Mumbai-based asset management and financial firm, now leads the ICC in its mission to foster economic growth and development in India.

Distinguished guests, including senior industry leaders, renowned sports personalities, and various celebrities, graced the occasion. Notably, Mr. Prabhu’s appointment as ICC President marks a historic moment, as he is the first President from outside West Bengal. Alongside his responsibilities at NAFA Capital Advisors, Mr. Prabhu also serves as a partner in UAP Advisors LLP, a firm involved in financial services and industrial and sustainable investments through their joint venture, New Age Financial Advisory, with IFFCO.

Founded in 1925, the Indian Chamber of Commerce, headquartered in Kolkata, is the oldest and most influential chamber of commerce in India. It has been instrumental in shaping the country’s business landscape and supporting its economic goals for nearly a century.

Ameya Prabhu brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role, holding a B.Sc. in Economics, Politics, and International Studies from the University of Warwick and an M.Sc. in Financial Management from IE Business School, Madrid. He has also been recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum (WEF) and is a successful author, with his book “The Rock Babas and other Stories” being a bestseller in over 30 countries. In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Prabhu is a trustee of Manav Sadhan Vikas Sanstha, a non-governmental organization focused on holistic human development.

Mr. Abhyuday Jindal, Managing Director of Jindal Stainless Limited, a USD 4.20 billion consortia, also assumed a pivotal role within ICC as the Senior Vice President. Mr. Jindal holds a graduate degree in Economics and Business Management from Boston University.

Mr. Prabhu expressed his enthusiasm for the new role, saying, “I embrace this exciting new chapter with open arms, as it brings forth fresh challenges and responsibilities. Just as a navigator charts a course through uncharted waters, I see my role as guiding our team through the dynamic currents of the future. I’m committed to leveraging our potential and adapting to the evolving landscape to drive the industry’s agenda. I am certain that ICC will spread its wings further nationally and internationally and be a truly world-class chamber in the coming years. I humbly accept this enormous responsibility.”

Englewood, CO, Nov 02, 2023 , The Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute pavilion, a new destination for state-of-the-art cancer care, is now open on the campus of Swedish Medical Center. Home to our expansive oncology services through the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, the facility will house more than 20 practices, uniting our team of expert providers and support staff under one roof to provide the most effective, efficient collaborative patient care.

From imaging to interventions to rehab and recovery, our multidisciplinary team recognizes each diagnosis is unique and we are committed to developing custom-tailored treatment plans and guiding patients through each step using specially trained oncology nurse navigators.

Our physicians are leaders in their field when it comes to using the most advanced technology: Swedish Medical Center is proud to be the first hospital in the Rocky Mountain Region to offer single-port minimally invasive surgery. Patients also have access to clinical trials that are opening new treatment options and the support of an unparalleled network of researchers developing new drugs and therapies.

Patients facing a difficult diagnosis deserve the very best care and an expert team focused on treating the whole person, not just their cancer. At the new Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute pavilion at Swedish Medical Center, we’re proud to offer complete, coordinated and cutting-edge patient care to the Rocky Mountain Region and beyond.

About Swedish Medical Center
Swedish Medical Center is in the south metro Denver area where it has been a proud member of the community for more than 115 years. An acute care hospital with 408 licensed beds, Swedish cares for more than 200,000 patients annually, with a team of approximately 2,000 dedicated employees, 1,400 physicians and 300 volunteers.

As a national leader in neurosciences, Swedish serves as the hub of the Swedish Neuro Network. The hospital is the Rocky Mountain Region’s preeminent referral center for the most advanced stroke treatment and was the state’s first Joint Commission certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. Swedish also is home to Colorado’s first fully comprehensive robotics program with ten robots in dedicated robotics operating rooms; patients benefit from a high level of specialization with robotics-trained caregivers at every stage of treatment, as well as robotics-specific design in the program’s dedicated pre-op, ORs, PACU and inpatient spaces. As the region’s neurotrauma and orthopedic trauma provider and a level I trauma facility, more than 150 facilities regularly transfer highly complex cases to Swedish. The trauma program includes a burn and reconstructive center, which has been certified for adult burn care by the American Burn Association and recognized nationally for providing the highest quality of care to adult and pediatric burn and reconstructive patients.

Austin, TX, November 02, 2023, Linnify is bringing valuable expertise from Europe’s bustling innovation scene. They specialize in early-stage validation, helping ventures turn bright ideas into market-ready products. From checking if a product idea will fly, to building the software, to helping companies innovate, Austin startups and corporations have partners in innovation.

Linnify’s unique solution validation approach has been developed from the ground up by the European company, and it’s already catching attention. Over 100 of local ventures participated in the first series of events organized by AVA and Linnify during this year. And this is just the start. It’s a method that doesn’t pursue growth for growth’s sake but seeks to build a resilient foundation from the start, leading to success that’s not just immediate but sustainable and valuable over time.

“Linnify is excited to become a strategic business member with AVA. We know even exceptional products can fail without clear market demand, a challenge that derails 8 in 10 startups. Linnify helps bold innovators build successful and scalable products by adopting a validation-driven mindset,” says Catalin Briciu, CEO of Linnify.

AVA Business Members bring real value including AVA Members from Legal, Banking, Accounting, Consulting and more, each Member plays a significant role in creating a thriving environment for ventures in Austin. The collaboration between AVA, Linnify, and other AVA partners is contributing to Austin’s recognition as a prime spot for ventures and investors.

“We created our Business Member Services Program to provide value for our Membership Community,” states David Valentino, Managing Director at AVA. “It’s a transformative move. We equip early Austin’s startups with crucial relationships, education and knowledge leveraging our strategic Business Members. Linnify clarifies the business venture, they also sharpen the data-driven story that our VC investors need to make strong funding decisions.”