Archives January 2024

Delhi, 31st January 2024 –YCOM, a leading mobile accessories brand in the market since 2011, has launched its much-awaited brand campaign #ApniSuno for Indian users. The campaign, featuring OTT famed actor Vijay Varma, marks the introduction of YCOM’s innovative range of smart gadgets and mobile accessories, including neckbands, speakers, earphones, chargers, and power banks.

Leading the charge of the video campaign is Vijay Varma, The star spoke to young artists and athletes, with the interaction highlighting a complete synergy between YCOM’s cutting-edge gadgets and its young users.

The brand video campaign #ApniSuno has been conceptualized by TheAdCafe, an integrated communication house to resonate with the dynamic youth of India. Featuring Vijay Varma, the face of YCOM, whose emphatic performances in projects like Darlings, Gully Boy, Pink, Lust Stories 2, and many others, have made him India’s finest youth icon. The video campaign draws a narrative for today’s GenZ and millennial audience who believe in balancing work & personal life, and encourages them to listen to their inner voice. At the heart of the campaign, the video captures the actor synergising with young artists and athletes, defining YCOMs brand identity of being a trendsetter in the smart gadgets and mobile accessories market. With this campaign, the brand emphasizes its allegiance to empower its consumer with attractive choices to premium and yet affordable smartphone gadgets and mobile accessories.

Commenting on the launch, actor Vijay Varma said, “Growing up as an artist, I craved gadgets that could help me unlock my true potential with respect to how I perceived media, and I feel, YCOM does just that. The brand has taken significant strides when it comes to the smart gadgets landscape in India, and I am beyond thrilled to represent a brand that stands for youth

power. I’m honest when I say that it is more than just a brand. YCOM, through its affordable, high-quality, and intricately designed products, is truly empowering the younger generation to recognize their own power and worth.”

The YCOM group brings along a diverse range of meticulously crafted audio products right from TWS, Neckbands, and Speakers. YCOM’s charging solutions encompass chargers, charging cables, and power banks that are available across India in the offline market. YCOM is dedicated to providing reliable and affordable solutions to consumers.

Speaking on the campaign launch, Rithish Parthasarathy, Head of Marketing at YCOM said, “Vijay Varma has a strong resonance with Indian audience, driven by his versatile and hard hitting roles played across various OTT serieses and Indian movies. He embodies the essence of our brand vision and his versatility and ability to connect with the audience will significantly strengthen our relationship with consumers in the most organic way possible. We are excited to have him as the face of our latest brand campaign #ApniSuno and looking forward to a more fulfilling association.”

“The heart of the campaign lies in its singular idea that extends across the length and breadth of the nation. The remarkable synergy between Vijay Varma and YCOM creates a narrative that resonates with our audience, while ensuring a seamless integration across multiple platforms”, added Dipansu Saha, Founder and CCO, TheAdCafe.

The decade-old smart gadgets brand is geared up to expand its presence across major smartphone & gadgets markets across the country, including Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. The launch of its latest campaign #ApniSuno is at a strategic juncture to strengthen YCOM’s image in the minds of its consumers, with the ambitious goal of becoming one of the top few mobile accessories brands in the country. The campaign will be launched on all digital and below-the-line (BTL) platforms.

New Delhi, 31st January 2024: Servotech Power Systems Ltd., a leading EV Charger manufacturer in India, has bagged a major order of 1800 DC Fast EV Chargers from Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL). The project valued at 120 Crores will involve manufacturing, supplying, installing, and strategically deploying these 1800 EV chargers across the nation, particularly at BPCL petrol pumps in major cities, as part of the BPCL E-drive Project. This move is a crucial step in promoting widespread EV charging infrastructure. The project encompasses two charger variants, 60 kW and 120 kW and Servotech aims to complete this extensive project by the end of 2024, contributing to the nation’s evolving EV ecosystem. This initiative aims to establish e-mobility touchpoints, optimize transactions, improve availability, simplify discovery, and facilitate EV users’ navigation. The overarching goal is to ensure convenient access to the expanding EV charging network.

Sarika Bhatia, Director of Servotech Power Systems Ltd., commented on this announcement,we take immense pride in accelerating India’s E-Mobility revolution in collaboration with BPCL. Our partnership focuses on establishing a dynamic EV charging network that makes EV charging accessible for EV owners nationwide. Through cutting-edge DC Fast EV Chargers, Servotech Power Systems aims to play a pivotal role in realizing India’s ambitious goals in the E-Mobility sector, bringing the nation closer to becoming an EV-powered nation.

As India wholeheartedly embraces electric mobility, Servotech stays at the forefront of developing a robust EV charging infrastructure and has already successfully supplied 4000 EV Chargers across India (as of Jan 2024). Our active support ensures the nation’s smooth transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable transportation ecosystem. This strategic initiative not only represents a significant milestone but also paves the way for a robust and expansive charging network, essential for the future of high-capacity and rapid EV charging, said Sarika Bhatia

Serovtech Power Systems and BPCL had previously worked together to transform the E-Mobility landscape. The company also bagged an order to supply and install 2649 AC EV Chargers at different locations nationwide for BPCL’s E-drive project. Servotech has already completed 36% of supply and installation and the entire project will be completed by March’24.

Bangalore, 31st January 2024 – In a recent medical marvel, doctors at Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar, Bengaluru successfully treated a 27-day-old male baby suffering from congenital lobar emphysema, an exceedingly rare condition causing abnormal lung lobe expansion, leading to critical complications in breathing and oxygenation.

27 day-old male baby was brought to the hospital with complaints of breathing difficulty. Parents had noticed the child had discomfort in breathing since birth. The child was rushed to the hospital on observing continuous difficulty in breathing. On examination, it was observed that the child had reduced air entry on the right side of the chest with nasal flaring and inter costal retractions. After stabilization, advanced diagnostic tests, including X-rays and CT scans, confirmed the diagnosis of congenital lobar emphysema affecting the right middle lobe. The baby was promptly admitted to intensive care for immediate oxygen therapy. Swift action was taken, transferring the baby to the operating room for life-saving surgery. The procedure was done with postero lateral thoracotomy.

Dr. Dhiraj Balaji, Senior Consultant, Paediatric Surgery, Aster RV Hospital, who operated on the baby explained, “We had to face Anaesthetic challenges while operating the 27 day old baby. The baby could collapse the moment relaxant was given. It was like an awake anaesthesia. After sedation, the chest of the child was opened, the Lung was delivered out and the baby improved instantly, anaesthetic relaxants were given later to bring baby to normalcy. The challenge with Neo Nat is, the lungs are very fragile. It was stuck with other parts of the body and major blood vessels, including the heart and other organs. This was inside the chest cavity, behind the ribcage. The lobe which was enlarged due to the defect was more than the size of both the lungs like a balloon. Surgery had to be done with utmost care and precaution. Post operation, the baby was shifted to NICU. It was on ventilator at the NICU on day 2, next day it was extubated, it was later shifted to the ward and was discharged on the 5th day.

This case was one in 10,000, a rare and intricate procedure. The defect Middle lobe of the right lung was rarest as the Commonest occurs on the left upper lobe. If the parents had delayed for another two to three days, it would not have survived. With the removal of one part of the lobe, the child can still perform normal activities and Vital capacity is not affected in the long run too”, the doctor concluded.

The baby’s father, who runs his own business at Ananthapur said, that it was a timely intervention. “When we took the baby to the hospital, it had a bloated stomach. Doctors said that the air was going inside but not coming out. Air was getting trapped causing compression of the surrounding lung. The heart was pushed to one side and the opposite lung was also compromised. The baby’s oxygenation was completely deprived. Baby was in distress and hunger for oxygen. CT Scan and X-Ray helped diagnose the right side lung middle lobe expanding like a balloon making it difficult for the baby to breathe.”

The baby was immediately shifted to ICU and oxygenation was given. Once the oxygenation to the brain improved, baby was operated upon. The middle lobe of the right lung was defective. After taking oxygen inside, it was unable to throw the oxygen out causing it to bloat. A very carefully guided surgery gave instant relief to the baby. The middle lobe of the right lung was removed and the baby’s condition improved instantly.

The baby is now thriving well with good weight gain when examined on a follow-up routine check-up visit to the hospital. The successful intervention not only saved the baby’s life but also ensured the possibility of a healthy and active life ahead. The baby’s vital capacity and ability to perform regular activities remain unaffected, ensuring a promising future” the doctors informed.

New Delhi, India – 31st January 2024 — Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, today announced the launch of its innovative new Partner Program. Amidst an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, this program aims to strengthen partner capabilities and fuel growth.

The cyber security sector is experiencing rapid growth and transformation. According to Canalys, cyber security spending hit $19 billion recently, reflecting the increasing need for collaborative security solutions. As technology evolves, so too do cyber threats, prompting an increased need for a unified cyber security platform that protects edge to network to cloud and beyond. Organizations worldwide are increasingly turning to the channel for guidance not only on their cyber security solutions but also for regulations and building cyber resilience. Channel partners are well positioned to effectively communicate the value of cyber security solutions while addressing specific needs and concerns regarding existing and future threats.

With a partner-dedicated business model, Check Point’s new Partner Program strengthens the company’s commitment to partners while maximizing opportunities for joint growth. It is tailored to enhance partner performance and satisfaction. It focuses on boosting deal closure rates, which drives business growth, and streamlines quoting processes for quicker customer response. The program strengthens Check Point’s partnership engagement and encourages partners to develop specialized expertise, adding more value to their services. It also provides easier access to essential tools and resources, improving operational efficiency for partners.

“For over 30 years, Check Point has blazed the path for innovation in cyber security. In light of the current climate and increasing rate of cyber threats, we are launching a new, partner program to help our partners accelerate their efforts in providing the best cyber security,” said Francisco Criado, Check Point’s VP of Global Partner Ecosystem Organization. “We are excited to continue this journey with our partners, providing them with the best tools, resources, and support they need to thrive in our dynamic industry.”

The enhanced Partner Program is strategically aligned with Check Point’s comprehensive platform, focusing on its end-to-end AI-powered, cloud-delivered security. This program enables partners to effectively cross-sell and up-sell advanced security solutions from Check Point’s comprehensive portfolio, covering a broad spectrum of attack surfaces, addressing needs in SASE, email security, cloud environments, SD-WAN, and mobile security. The program’s upgrades are geared toward leveraging these cutting-edge technologies, ensuring partners are equipped to meet diverse cyber security challenges.

It features a range of enhancements including:

• Simplification and tier progression: new, consolidated tiering model to help increase participation across all levels. Partners are now given an Advanced, Professional, Premier and Elite status depending on size of business opportunity.
• New pricing Model: customer-focused pricing framework that is not only predictable and market-aligned, but also features the most significant discount structure ever offered by Check Point. Deal registrations have been increased by 100%, with a new incumbent partner program that delivers deal protection on renewals
• Free Certification: free certifications to meet partner-level compliance. Introducing customized tracks based on how the partner goes to market
• Specialization: additional training & certification to unlock additional benefits associated with specialization that can lead to additional 20% discount
• App relaunch: new and improved app, which has increased usage fivefold. New use cases provide access to training and enablement, subject matter experts and instantaneous deal registrations

Here’s what our valued partners say about our newly launched Program:

Sanjay Patodia, CEO, Galaxy Office Automation Pvt Ltd, one of Check Point’s partners in India, commented “ As a proud partner of Check Point Software in India, we are excited to witness the transformative journey of the Check Point Partner Program. The new and improved program is a testament to Check Point’s unwavering commitment to its channel partners. With a consolidated tiering model, we now have clear pathways to progress from Advanced to Elite status, tailoring our engagement based on the size of business opportunities. The new customer-focused pricing framework not only aligns with market standards but also offers significant discounts. One of the most beneficial aspects of the program is the relaunch of the app which is a game-changer. Aligned with our dedication to delivering top-tier security services, the program’s emphasis on specialization and certification reinforces our commitment to providing our clients with the utmost protection against potential threats.”

31st January 2024: In a bid to address the rising concerns associated with hailing an affordable cab in the city, viaDOTS, India’s first ever app-based digital meter taxi has launched the ‘saver rides’ feature. This innovative offering allows riders to navigate the city at a reduced cost, with a 15% decrease in the already competitive base fare, surpassing other ride-hailing platforms – providing an affordable and convenient transportation solution.

With an effective pricing strategy, the Bengaluru-based platform has set a competitive base price of 100 INR for the initial 4 kilometers, followed by a reasonable rate of INR 20 per kilometer thereafter. This disruptive pricing model aims to address the prevailing cost concerns associated with ride-hailing services in the tech city of India, making viaDOTS an attractive and cost-effective choice for commuters.

The app-based ride-hailing startup also maintains a flat rate throughout the day. Unlike many other cab aggregators, viaDOTS refrains from implementing surge pricing measures even during peak hours – providing riders with a consistent and transparent fare system, regardless of the time or demand.

“We are thrilled to introduce the ‘saver rides’ feature to our users in Bangalore,” said Vyshak Simha, CEO of viaDOTS. “At viaDOTS, our aim is to redefine the transportation landscape by providing an affordable, accessible, and reliable option for commuters. Our flat-fare structure also reflects our commitment towards building a cab ecosystem where the rider and driver community have the freedom to access convenient and affordable mobility around the clock.”

Launched in December 2023, viaDOTS has already onboarded over 8,000 drivers in Bengaluru and plans to expand its footprint to cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Indore, and Mysuru. The viaDOTS app, available for download on both iOS and Android platforms, offers a user-friendly interface, real-time tracking, and a seamless ride-booking experience. Users can now enjoy the benefits of the saver rides feature, making their daily commute more budget-friendly without compromising on quality or convenience.

As climate change casts a long shadow over our planet, a silent revolution is brewing within the financial world: Green Banking. This movement transcends mere profit margins, pushing financial institutions to embrace environmental responsibility and pave the way for a sustainable future. But what exactly is Green Banking, and how is it changing the game?

Green Banking encompasses a holistic approach to financial services, weaving environmental considerations into every aspect of its operations. From internal practices like reducing paper usage and powering offices with renewable energy to external strategies like offering green loans and supporting sustainable businesses, it’s about aligning financial decisions with ecological well-being.

One of the cornerstones of Green Banking is green financing. Imagine banks acting as eco-conscious matchmakers, channelling investments towards renewable energy projects, green infrastructure development, and sustainable farming practices. These “green loans” not only benefit the environment but also offer investors attractive returns, creating a win-win scenario for both the planet and the bottom line.The numbers speak for themselves: the global Green Finance market is expected to reach a staggering $31 trillion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 25.7%. Globally green bond issuance topped more than half a trillion dollars in the first six months of 2023, issuance from corporates and governments rose 18.6% compared to the same period in 2022.

Green Banking is about cultivating a sustainable future where financial success thrives alongside environmental well-being. The ripples of this movement extend far beyond reducing carbon footprints, offering a rich harvest of economic and social benefits.

Economic Bounties:

Job Growth: Green technologies often require specialized skills, fostering the creation of new green jobs in fields like renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable agriculture. For example, a study by the International Labour Organization estimates that transitioning to a low-carbon economy could create 24 million new jobs globally by 2030. A recent study by the World Bank estimates that Green Banking can create upwards of 60 million new jobs globally by 2030, a significant boost to sustainable economic development.

Enhanced Competitiveness: Investing in green technologies and adopting sustainable practices can reduce operational costs for businesses, making them more competitive in the long run. In India, Bank of Baroda’s green loan program helped a textile company significantly cut its energy consumption and water usage, leading to increased profitability.

Financial Stability: Mitigating climate change risks by supporting renewable energy and adapting to climate impacts reduces vulnerabilities for financial institutions and the wider economy. For instance, Swiss bank UBS has integrated climate change considerations into its risk management framework, strengthening its resilience against potential climate-related financial threats.

Social Dividends:

Improved Public Health: Transitioning to cleaner energy sources reduces air and water pollution, improving public health and well-being. In China, ICBC’s green bond issued in 2017 financed wind and solar power projects, estimated to avoid 1.2 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions, and significantly improve air quality in surrounding areas.

Community Development: Green Banking initiatives can provide financing for local communities to invest in sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and eco-friendly businesses, driving economic growth and improving quality of life. For example, Citibank’s community development loans in Brazil have supported sustainable agriculture projects, empowered local farmers, and strengthened food security.

Equity and Inclusion: By promoting access to green financial products and services for underserved communities, Green Banking can contribute to reducing economic inequality and fostering environmental justice. For instance, Banco Santander Mexico’s microcredit program provides loans to entrepreneurs in rural areas to invest in sustainable technologies like solar panels, empowering them and contributing to local development.

Green Banking Initiatives:

KfW Bank (Germany): Provides dedicated green loans for energy efficiency measures in homes and businesses, contributing to Germany’s ambitious climate goals.

HSBC (Global): In 2017 it pledged to provide $100 billion in sustainable financing and investment by 2025, to finance renewable energy projects and sustainable infrastructure, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Bank of America (US): Offers carbon-neutral investment options for customers, enabling them to invest in environmentally responsible companies and projects.

These are just a few examples, and the potential economic and social benefits of Green Banking are vast and diverse. As the movement continues to gain momentum, we can expect to see even more innovative initiatives that contribute to a healthier planet and a more equitable future for all.

• International Labour Organization study on green job creation: https://www.ilo.org/global/research/global-reports/weso/WCMS_865332/lang–en/index.htm
• Bank of Baroda’s green loan programme: https://www.bankofbaroda.in/-/media/project/bob/countrywebsites/india/content/media/press-releases/media-release-bank-of-baroda-partners-with-solar-start-up-aerem-21-11-2022.pdf
• UBS’s climate change risk management framework: https://www.ubs.com/global/en/sustainability-impact/sustainability-reporting.html#allreports
• ICBC’s green bond project in China:https://www.icbc-ltd.com/en/column/1438058327061184645.html
• Banco Santander Mexico’s microcredit program for women: https://www.santander.com/en/about-us/where-we-are/santander-mexico
• KfW Bank’s green loans for energy efficiency:https://www.kfw.de/About-KfW/Newsroom/Latest-News/News-Details_445888.html
• HSBC’s $100 billion climate change investment fund:https://www.hsbc.com/who-we-are/our-climate-strategy
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• Bank of America’s carbon-neutral investment options: https://newsroom.bankofamerica.com/content/newsroom/press-releases/2022/04/bank-of-america-announces-2030-financing-activity-targets-as-par.html

Building a Sustainable Future: Green Banking isn’t just a fad; it’s the fertile ground for a future where finance blossoms in harmony with the environment. By nurturing this movement through collaboration, innovation, and responsible choices, we can ensure that the seeds of sustainability planted today bloom into a thriving forest of well-being for generations to come. Green Banking offers a unique opportunity to align financial success with environmental responsibility, ensuring a prosperous future for both people and planet. It’s time to let this movement flourish, sprouting a sustainable financial landscape that benefits all.

Collaborations for a Green Banking Future:

Banks and Policymakers: Banks can collaborate with policymakers to develop clear, standardized regulations for green finance, incentivize green investments, and create a level playing field for sustainable businesses.

Banks and Environmental NGOs: Partnerships with NGOs can provide banks with expertise in assessing the environmental impact of investments, connecting them with green project developers, and engaging in community outreach to promote environmental awareness.

Banks and Technology Providers: Collaboration with technology companies can accelerate the development and adoption of innovative green finance platforms, data analysis tools, and other technologies that can empower banks to operate more sustainably and profitably.

International Collaboration: Sharing best practices and knowledge around Green Banking through international forums and agreements can accelerate the global transition to a sustainable financial system.

Green Banking Starts with You:

Greener finance isn’t a future fancy, it’s a present imperative, and we are the gardeners. Each choice we make, from the chosen bank to the food on our plates, sows a seed in the fertile soil of tomorrow. This garden needs to be cultivated with purpose, by choosing those who nurture renewables, investing in companies that cradle the planet, and embracing green travel with mindful consumption. Every seemingly small action, like supporting eco-friendly businesses, acts as potent fertilizer for a thriving future. Financial and environmental well-being require our cultivation, and with each responsible choice, their future blooms, one action at a time. This isn’t a mere suggestion, it’s a necessity, and the power to cultivate lies within our reach.

An introduction

The planet is struggling to keep up with the average global temperature and the frequency of extreme weather events that are transforming ecosystems around the world and threatening an entire species of humans, plants and animals. With the World Meteorological Organization officially confirming 2023 as the warmest year, it’s high time that environmental sustainability is considered as a pressing issue needing immediate attention. The need of the hour is to make efforts to take collective action for a significant and long term impact, and community collaboration plays an important role. Empowering communities to take charge of their local environment is probably the most effective grassroot level initiative to bring about a discerned change.

Empowering communities for a significant impact

Before we jump to conversations about initiating a global change for a greener future, it is imperative to begin with consistent changes at the community level even if it begins with baby steps.Empowering communities to drive a sustainable future requires a proactive stance from within the communities themselves. They need to take the initiative to acquire the knowledge necessary for implementing sustainable practices and actively participate in steering towards a greener future. Once communities start taking the onus of their local environment, they can successfully cultivate a greener planet for future generations.

Why Community Empowerment Matters

Community empowerment plays a pivotal role in driving effective environmental initiatives for several reasons. Firstly, it cultivates a collaborative spirit, fostering strong bonds and enabling communities to achieve more sustainable results when working towards a shared environmental vision. Secondly, by instilling a sense of local accountability, communities take ownership of their environment, making informed decisions and recognizing the impact of their actions. Thirdly, communities serve as vital hubs for knowledge sharing, allowing members to draw on diverse experiences and collectively develop innovative solutions to environmental challenges.

Introducing green initiatives in schools/educational institutes

The earlier concepts of environmental conversation are introduced in schools, the larger the impact it has on young minds, that can eventually be carried forward in their growing years. The responsibility to enrich young learners, with the concepts of a greener globe, environmental conversation and imbibing sustainable practices in their everyday lives, lies largely on educators and learning institutes. A few practical initiatives in that direction could be interactive events and activities in schools to preserve nature, like tree plantations, clean up drives, recycling old products including notebooks, clothes & shoes, planning visits to recycling centers or landfills, aiming for a zero-waste classroom, making recycling a permanent part of the school curriculum, partnering with local partners for classroom scrap compositing and advocating zero waste policy at school events/celebrations. The idea is to allow students to be intrinsically involved in the process, to foster a strong sense of community and shared responsibility to preserve the environment.

The power of grassroots activism is unleashed through community empowerment that starts within our homes, communities and primary learning institutes, further creating a ripple effect that influences societal norms and policies, thus ensuring lasting and widespread impact on environmental sustainability. The future is a reflection of our present efforts, let’s not forget to do something about it!!

Authored by Mrs. Damayanti Bhattacharya, Educationist and Principal of Jasudben M L School and Bloomingdales Pre-Primary

New Delhi, 31st January 2024: Manglam Group, a name synonymous with innovation and excellence in the Indian real estate industry proudly unveils Manglam Signature Elite. Situated at the prestigious Narayan Singh Circle in Jaipur, Rajasthan with seamless connectivity to all city roads and essential facilities, this retail cum commercial real estate project offers unparalleled spaces for premium corporate offices and showrooms.

The Project, worth Rs 150 crore with 168 units spanning 310,000 sqft, is distinguished by a set of outstanding features that elevate it above the ordinary. It has dedicated three floors for retail and ten floors for corporate offices. The project encompasses three basement parking levels, a state-of-the-art swimming pool, and a fully-equipped gymnasium for the professionals working in this exclusive space. The provision of 100% power backup, concierge corner, fiber-to-the-home technology, clubhouse, and mobile booster guarantees uninterrupted operations, reflecting Manglam Group’s commitment to facilitating a conducive business environment.

The architectural marvel of Manglam Signature Elite extends to its interior spaces. With a mix of natural and LED lighting powered by solar energy, water harvesting, and sewage treatment plant, the project has sustainable values that are beneficial for the long run. Open green areas within the project add a touch of tranquillity and create a harmonious blend of business and nature. The rooftop restaurant, with breathtaking views of the city, provides an ideal setting for corporate meetings, client engagements, or casual gatherings.

“Following the resounding success of our previous commercial venture, Signature Tower, we are thrilled to introduce Manglam Signature Elite. This project offers a world-class shopping experience with ultra-modern retail shops along with modern corporate offices with state-of-the-art amenities. With the right balance between shopping, fitness, sustainability, and productivity, Manglam Signature Elite signifies our unwavering commitment to delivering the best quality and experience to our target audience,” said Ms. Amrita Gupta, Director of Manglam Group and Founder President of CREDAI Rajasthan Women’s Wing.

Manglam Group is expected to register sales of Rs.200 crore by 2024 from this project. With 75% of the project area already booked, Manglam Signature Elite has garnered significant attention from businesses seeking a premium and centrally located retail and commercial space. The available spaces range from a starting area of 735 sq. ft to a maximum area of 20,000 sq. ft, providing flexibility to businesses of various sizes.

Manglam Signature Elite has already signed a leasing agreement with Westside, a leading apparel retail chain from the Tata Group, for the ground and first floors of the project. This collaboration underscores the trust that eminent brands repose in Manglam Signature Elite as the preferred destination for their businesses. The project is expected to be completed by June 2024.

Manglam Group has also recently unveiled the Manglam Rambagh Project, a luxurious residential project in Jaipur, with a significant investment of Rs 200 crore. Emphasizing green living, the project incorporates eco-friendly features, Vastu principles, and provisions for Electric Vehicle charging. With a 3-tier security system, extensive amenities, and strategic connectivity, Manglam Rambagh Project represents the group’s commitment to luxury, innovation, and sustainability in real estate.

Bengaluru 31st January 2024: JAIN International Residential School (JIRS), awarded the No.1 residential school in India by Times Group and Education Today has introduced a unique concept of a “Weekly Boarding” facility for students from Bengaluru and surroundings.

This distinctive approach accommodates students who aspire to spend their weekdays in a boarding environment, fostering connections with peers, and their weekends in the comfort of their homes, nurturing relationships with their families. This is especially beneficial for parents, particularly those working in the IT sector, who prefer boarding facilities during weekdays while desiring their children’s presence at home over the weekends. The weekly boarding option is purely optional, allowing students to return home on Fridays after school hours and report back to campus on Sunday evening.

For the convenience of weekly boarders, school transport is available on Friday evenings from school and Sunday evenings at designated pickup points defined by the school. However, own transportation needs to be arranged in case a student stays back on Saturday for any tournament/ activities.

JIRS is committed to providing holistic growth. Recognizing that attending a residential school is a significant decision, the weekly boarding initiative aims to balance the transition and maintain a standard of education that meets global benchmarks. The hybrid model contributes to students’ overall and personality development, making them resilient individuals.

JIRS is renowned for its international standards, with students from various parts of India and other countries. The school blends Indian culture and values with international academic exposure in a homely Gurukul environment on its expansive, green, pollution-free campus.

A standout feature of the JIRS campus is its world-class infrastructure for sports. Boasting over 30 playing areas for both indoor and outdoor games, the school provides qualified professional coaches to train students for national and international competitions, emphasising the significant role of sports in the curriculum. The complete boarding school experience at JIRS fosters independence, boldness, mental and emotional strength, interpersonal relationship skills, and an appreciation for diversity among students.

With a legacy of over 24 years, the school currently accommodates more than 600 students and over 200 staff. Offering co-educational schooling from Grades 5 to 12 and three internationally recognised curricula (IBDP, CBSE & Cambridge International), JIRS not only contributes to the growth and development of students but also shapes them into icons of tomorrow.

31st January 2024 – Juniper Networks® (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-Native Networking, today announced the industry’s first AI-Native Networking Platform, purpose-built to leverage AI to ensure the best end-to-end operator and end-user experiences. Trained on seven years of insights and data science development, Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform was designed from the ground up to assure that every connection is reliable, measurable, and secure for every device, user, application and asset.

Unique to the industry, Juniper’s AI-Native Networking Platform unifies all campus, branch and data center networking solutions with a common AI engine and Marvis Virtual Network Assistant (VNA). This enables end-to-end AI for IT Operations (AIOps) to be used for deep insight, automated troubleshooting and seamless end-to-end networking assurance, which elevates IT teams’ focus from maintaining basic network connectivity to delivering exceptional and secure end-to-end experiences for students, staff, patients, guests, customers and employees. The Juniper AI-Native Networking Platform provides the simplest and most assured Day 0/1/2+ operations, resulting in up to 85 percent lower operational expenditures than traditional solutions, demonstrates the elimination of up to 90 percent of network trouble tickets, 85 percent of IT onsite visits and up to 50 percent reduction in network incident resolution times.

“AI is the biggest technology inflection point since the internet itself, and its ongoing impact on networking cannot be understated. At Juniper, we have seen first-hand how our game changing AIOps has saved thousands of global enterprises significant time and money while delighting the end user with a superior experience. Our AI-Native Networking Platform represents a bold new direction for Juniper, and for our industry. By extending AIOps from the end user all the way to the application, and across every network domain in between, we are taking a big step toward making network outages, trouble tickets and application downtime things of the past.”

– Rami Rahim, Chief Executive Officer, Juniper Networks

Within the new AI-Native Networking Platform, Juniper is introducing several new products that advance the experience-first mission, from more predictable, reliable and measurable IT operations using AI, to simpler high performance data center networks specifically designed for AI training and inference.

AI for Networking: Going Deeper and Wider with Marvis VNA

The new AI-Native Networking Platform includes two new enhancements to Marvis, the only AI-Native VNA in the industry driven by Mist AI, with proactive recommendations and self-driving operations plus a conversation interface (using GenAI for some use cases). With the following new capabilities, Juniper customers and partners get even more automation and insight:

• Marvis Minis: the only AI-Native Networking Digital Experience Twin, uses Mist AI to proactively simulate user connections to instantly validate network configurations and find/detect problems without users being present. Minis simulates end user/client/device/app traffic to learn the network configuration via unsupervised machine learning and to proactively highlight network issues. Data from Minis is continuously fed back into the Mist AI engine, providing an additional source of insight for the best AIOps responses.
• No manual configuration is required, as Minis is always on and can be deployed automatically during periods of low network usage (e.g. at midnight on weekends) or via trigger events (e.g. after a network configuration change). Also, unlike conventional digital twinning solutions and synthetic testing, Marvis Minis integrates directly with the network, eliminating manual monitoring and analysis via external sensors, clients and applications.
• Marvis Virtual Network Assistant (VNA) for the Data Center: Juniper is introducing the first and only AI-Native VNA for the data center, delivering the best insight throughout the entire data center lifecycle across any vendor’s hardware. For example, issues with data center cabling, configuration and connectivity from any vendor’s hardware are surfaced in the Marvis Actions UI (from Juniper® Apstra®) with suggested proactive actions. Additionally, the Marvis conversational interface (CI) allows IT teams to pose direct queries and get simple, seamless insight into the data center product documentation and knowledgebase using GenAI.

Data center actions are shown in a single UI alongside similar Marvis actions for wired access, wireless access and secure SD-WAN. In addition, the same Marvis CI is used for generative knowledge base queries across all Juniper products. For the first time ever, Juniper customers have a single VNA for end-to-end visibility and assurance across all enterprise domains.
Networking for AI: High Performing and Scalable Networks for AI Training and Inference

Juniper is expanding its AI Data Center solution, which is the fastest and most flexible way to deploy high performing AI training and inference clusters, and the simplest to operate with limited IT resources. The Juniper solution consists of a spine-leaf data center architecture with a foundation of QFX switches and PTX routers operated by Juniper Apstra, the only multivendor solution for DC fabric management, automation and assurance. With unique intent-based operations via Apstra, the new Marvis VNA for data center and validated AI designs, Juniper takes much of the complexity out of AI Data Center networking design, deployment and troubleshooting, allowing customers to do more with fewer IT resources. The solution also delivers unsurpassed flexibility to customers, avoiding vendor lock-in with silicon diversity, multivendor switch management and a commitment to open, standards-based Ethernet fabrics.

Building upon Juniper’s AI Data Center architectural advantages, the company is announcing the following new products and capabilities to drive even more speed, efficiency and scale:

• Juniper Apstra has been expanded to provide faster and more efficient processing of AI/ML traffic over Ethernet, including congestion management, load balancing and flow control.
• New Express 5 silicon-based PTX routers and line cards with the promise of industry-leading performance and energy-efficient sustainability to enable the necessary massive scale with high-density 800GE capacity.
• A new QFX switch provides 2X the capacity of the previous generation and is the first announced data center switch from an Original Equipment Manufacturer using the most advanced Broadcom Tomahawk 5 silicon for 800GE.

Both the new PTX and QFX platforms support high 800GE port density and the necessary AI infrastructure protocols, including RDMA over Ethernet (RoCE v2) for power-efficient and scalable AI Data Center networking.

Sustainability Considerations

The AI-Native Networking Platform exceeds sustainability requirements without sacrificing performance and security. Its AIOps enables fast and remote troubleshooting, significantly cutting inter-site travel by 85 percent in certain instances. Furthermore, it features power-efficient hardware which minimizes energy consumption and is modularly built to make repairs easier and prolong product life.

Supporting Quotes:

“Our IT team used to spend hours troubleshooting network issues. Juniper’s AI-native Networking Platform changed everything. With its AI-powered insights from Marvis and automation, we’ve seen a 90 percent reduction in wireless-related issues reported by employees and a significant reduction to our mean time to resolution of issues, freeing up our team to focus on more strategic initiatives. Now, with Marvis Minis, we will be able to proactively find and resolve issues before they impact our user experience. Another amazing benefit is that Marvis Minis is fully integrated into our existing Marvis VNA subscription; there’s no need for additional hardware or software. It’s a game-changer for our network operations.”

– Sajeev Nair, Senior Director Design & Build Engineering, ServiceNow

“With Juniper Mist, we can quickly diagnose network problems. Now, with Marvis Minis, we can proactively determine wireless performance issues before they impact the user experience for our staff and students.”

– Amel Caldwell, Assistant Director of Wireless and Mobile Communications, University of Washington

“Ashland School District has many sites across our district that we manage with Juniper Mist. We are thrilled to deploy Marvis Minis without the burden of installing additional overlay sensors. This enables us to save money and time while also delivering a reliable network experience to boost academic outcomes.”

– Steve Mitzel, Executive Director of Operations, Ashland School District, Oregon

“Juniper’s AI-Native Platform provides comprehensive solutions for organizations seeking to transition from reactive to proactive and even predictive network troubleshooting and management. The combination of proven AIOps and the addition of synthetic testing enables highly available and optimized network environments. Juniper is extending its AI capabilities to the data center by coupling Marvis VNA with Apstra so it can provide end-to-end context and simplified use leveraging conversational AI interfaces. Additionally, Juniper’s AI-native solutions and switches can be applied to power back end GenAI network infrastructure. Organizations can take advantage of Juniper’s Validated Solutions to accelerate adoption and time to value of these GenAI environments.”

– Bob Laliberte, Principal Analyst, Enterprise Strategy Group

Supporting Blogs

• What Does it Really Mean to be AI-Native?: Rami Rahim
• The Most Flexible Way to Deploy & Manage High-Performing Networks for AI Workloads: Jeff Aaron
• Meet Marvis Minis: The Next Level of Network Optimization is Here: Sudheer Matta