Archives February 2024

Gurugram, India – February 22, 2024: Samsung Electronics today announced the availability of Galaxy AI features on more Galaxy devices through a new One UI 6.1 update engineered to further the democratization of mobile AI. The update will be available across the Galaxy S23 series, S23 FE, Z Fold5, Z Flip5 and Tab S9 series, starting to roll out from the end of March. Aligning with the recently launched Galaxy S24 series, this update elevates the standard of users’ mobile AI experience through a hybrid approach that combines on-device and cloud-based AI.\

 “Our goal with Galaxy AI is not only to pioneer a new era of mobile AI but also to empower users by making AI more accessible,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “This is only the beginning of Galaxy AI, as we plan to bring the experience to over 100 million Galaxy users within 2024 and continue to innovate ways to harness the unlimited possibilities of mobile AI.”

Communication That Transcends Barriers

Even more Galaxy users will now be able to take advantage of the communication-enhancing Galaxy AI features available on AI-supported models. The features include the ability to adjust message tone and translate messages in 13 different languages using Chat Assist. Galaxy users can experience the power of real-time interactions through Live Translate, which provides voice and text translations for phone calls. With Interpreter, users can also engage in spontaneous conversations with locals while traveling as the split-screen feature generates text translations for live conversations.

Productivity Unparalleled

The broader integration of Galaxy AI across the Galaxy ecosystem also enables a seamless user experience in day-to-day tasks on AI-supported models, driving new levels of efficiency. Search functions are improved through Circle to Search with Google, which generates intuitive search results with a swift circle-motioned gesture. Life-enhancing organization features such as Note Assist allow users to create formats, generate summaries and translate notes, while Browsing Assist enables individuals to stay up to speed faster by generating comprehensive summaries of news articles. Transcript Assist can also easily transcribe meeting recordings and generate summaries and translations.

Unstoppable Creativity for Your Inner Artist

With Galaxy AI, Samsung is doubling down on its role in unlocking individuals’ creative potential. Galaxy’s latest update delivers a suite of Galaxy AI tools that encourages creative freedom even after a photo is taken. Through Generative Edit, AI-supported devices can easily resize, reposition or realign objects in photos to perfect a great shot. Users can also polish any photo faster and easier than ever with Edit Suggestion. No need for multiple re-shots as Instant Slow-mo10 can generate additional frames for slow-motion videos to capture action-packed moments.

Creativity and personalization do not stop there. Customizing Galaxy devices is even easier than before through AI-generated wallpapers, enabling AI-supported devices to bring users’ creativity to life.

National, 22nd February 2024: Barista Coffee, a pioneer in India’s coffee culture, is thrilled to announce its latest Limited Time Offer (LTO) for February 2024, titled “Romantic February – Love, Brew, Repeat.” Customers can embark on an unforgettable getaway with Barista’s specially produced offerings for the month of February, infusing every moment with love and warmth for their loved ones.

Barista Coffee’s latest limited edition range includes three tempting options: Choco Berry Latte, Strawberry Cream, and Strawberry Cake. Crafted keeping with the consumer’s taste palette in mind, this new launch provides an exquisite display of range, making it the ideal way to express your affection for your loved ones this season.

Rajat Agarwal, CEO of Barista Coffee, says, “We are excited to introduce our limited edition range, ‘Romantic February – Love, Brew, Repeat,’ by creating limited editions, we aim to create unforgettable experiences, build anticipation, and highlight the artistry behind our products. Each limited period launch demonstrates our dedication to innovation and originality. Each product has been curated to elicit feelings of affection and warmth.”

With the month of love, these scrumptious treats and beverages will enable warm conversations. Whether you’re celebrating with your loved one or simply indulging yourself, Barista’s new range is sure to make this February memorable.

BENGALURU, February, 22th 2024: Saber. Money announces its partnership with Pyse.Earth from the house of Pyse, a prominent retail investment platform for sustainability focused projects. Through Saber.Money, Pyse.Earth will now be able to streamline KYC integration, accept investments and onboard its users seamlessly to invest in its innovative green asset class.

Saber facilitates faster transactions, ensuring speed, security, and compliance. This partnership brings together the strengths of Saber in facilitating transactions and Pyse’s commitment to making climate action profitable for the consumer by enabling them to invest in sustainable projects based in the UAE. Through this partnership, Pyse.Earth’s investors can now invest in international assets.

Saber.Money is a product of Mudrex. Until now Saber.Money has partnered with Firedrops by Flipkart, Polygon, IndiGG, Glip, ANQ Finance, Rage Fan, Colexion, Acme, and others. Saber.Money aims to become the largest crypto on/off ramp solution for businesses globally.

Commenting on this, CEO & Co-founder of Mudrex, Mr Edul Patel said, “We believe Pyse users will benefit from enhanced convenience and efficiency with our Saber.Money’s solutions”.

Commenting on this, CEO & Co-founder of Pyse, Mr Kaustubh Padakannaya said, “This partnership aligns with Pyse’s commitment to financial inclusion and democratizing access to impactful green investments, all within a secure and compliant environment”.

Bengaluru, 22 February 2024: Ambuja Cements, one of India’s leading cement manufacturing companies and part of the diversified Adani Group, proposes to establish a state-of-the-art cement grinding unit with an investment of Rs. 1000 Cr in Motia Village of Godda district in Jharkhand, post requisite approvals with a capacity of 4.0 MTPA.

The project is planned in close proximity to Adani Power (Jharkhand) Limited, as part of a comprehensive approach to disposing of fly ash in an environmentally safe manner and contributing to the circular economy. The project exemplifies Ambuja Cements’ commitment to sustainable practices and reflects its dedication to fostering inclusive growth in Jharkhand. The unit will generate direct and indirect employment for over 2,500 individuals, significantly contributing to the economic and social progress of the state.

Ambuja Cements already operates two cement plants in Jharkhand with a combined capacity of 6 MTPA. The proposed expansion demonstrates the Company’s confidence in the region’s potential for growth and development.

Mr. Ajay Kapur, CEO, Cement Business, said, “With our proposed investment in this new cement grinding unit, we intend to achieve a significant milestone in our commitment to expanding our presence and contributing to the socio-economic development of the region. We believe that Jharkhand holds immense potential in terms of resources, infrastructure, and skilled manpower, making it an ideal location for this project. We look forward to working closely with the state to ensure the successful implementation of this project. Ambuja Cements is proud to be a part of Jharkhand’s growth story, and we remain committed to creating value for our shareholders, customers, employees, and the community at large.”

The project underscores Ambuja Cements’ commitment to innovation, sustainability and growth and highlights its synergy with Group companies to transform Jharkhand into a thriving business-friendly state. It will not only boost the local economy but also aid the state government’s efforts towards infrastructure development. Ambuja Cements remains committed to creating employment opportunities and contributing to the socio-economic development of the communities in which it operates.

Hyderabad, 22nd February 2024: As a continuation of the efforts during Endometriosis Awareness Month of March, PAIR Academy along with Dr Rooma Sinha, arranged a flagship initiative at the open-air Amphitheatre, Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, today. This was a mass awareness initiative that brought together EndoWarriors and their families, healthcare providers, researchers, and patient advocates. The goal is to raise awareness about endometriosis, spark a national conversation around the condition, and call for greater support and resources for individuals and families affected by it. The awareness initiative saw more than 150 participants from the general public, patient groups, medical students and nursing colleges.

Dr Rooma Sinha (standing – 7th from left), Sr. Consultant, Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgeon; Mrs Divya Devarajan (standing – 8th from left), IAS, Director, Municipal Administration; Mrs Upasana Kamineni Konidela (standing – 9th from left), Vice Chairperson – CSR, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited; Dr Ratna Devi (standing – 10th from left), Director, Pair Academy; along with Doctors and staff participating in the mass awareness campaign on Endometriosis, a common, chronic, gynaecological condition, affecting over 42 million women in India; hosted by Endometriosis Society of India & Apollo Hospitals, today at Apollo Hospitals.

Endometriosis awareness events are being organised for the last 7 years under Senior Gynecologist, Dr Rooma Sinha’s leadership and Apollo Hospitals.

Endometriosis is a common, chronic, gynaecological condition, which affects over 247 million women globally and 42 million women in India1. It is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus2. Women with endometriosis suffer from chronic pelvic pain, fatigue, depression, and infertility. Diagnosis of the condition is often delayed by 6-10 years, significantly reducing a woman’s overall quality of life.

The event was graced by Dr Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals, Mrs Divya Devarajan IAS, Director of Municipal Administration, Mrs Upasana Kamineni, Vice Chairperson, CSR, Apollo Hospitals Enterprises, Dr K Manohar, Dean of Apollo Medical College, Dr Rooma Sinha, Senior Gynecologist, Robotic Surgeon and Endometriosis specialist Apollo Hospitals Hyderabad and Dr Ratna Devi, Director, Patient Academy for Innovation and Research. They spoke on the importance of endometriosis awareness, the current challenges faced by women, and the need for clinical advancements in this area.

“Endometriosis is a health condition affecting millions of women in India and across the globe. We are delighted to partner with Worldwide EndoMarch, Endometriosis Society of India and PAIR to support initiatives that will contribute to helping women access better healthcare solutions. As we commemorate EndoMarch and EndoRun today, I commend the traction and engagement this initiative has garnered. Such initiatives encourage open conversations about women’s health issues ” said by Dr Sangita Reddy.

Dr Divya Devarajan said, IAS Director Municipal Administration said, women form 50% of our society. Their health and wellness should be a priority if we have to keep the community and family healthy. Prioritising issues of pain, infertility and stigma associated with conditions like Endometriosis will help dispel myths about endometriosis.

Mrs Upasana Kamineni said, women need to speak up more and come forward to share their stories. It is through stories of change that we can bring a shift in mindset and help women receive the care they deserve in a timely way.

Dr Rooma Sinha said, the gathering and stressed the importance of coming forward to discuss such sensitive problems so that early diagnosis can be made. She said the treatment of Endometriosis requires a multi-disciplinary effort of medical and surgical treatment but one must not forget the help that dieticians, Physiotherapy yoga and psychologists can provide to help women cruise through their lives with this chronic disability. If advised a surgery- Please ask Why- When- Where and Who should do the surgery? The first surgery gives the best outcome and repeated surgeries should be avoided.

Dr Ratna Devi said, “Raising awareness is crucial to address the issue of delayed diagnosis and treatment for women experiencing severe symptoms and excruciating pain. Unfortunately, their voices often go unheard or are dismissed as women’s health takes a backseat in many households. It is imperative to advocate for improved early detection and treatment options. Creating a safe and supportive environment where women can openly discuss their experiences and provide mutual support is urgently necessary.

A coffee table book which is a collection of patient stories, detailing their personal experiences, to empower the community to connect with gynaecologists to understand their condition better was also relaunched. The book will equip fellow endometriosis patients to understand their condition through the perspectives of these women.

Dr Carman Nezhat, Clinical Professor of OBGYN at Stanford Health, San Francisco, USA & Director, Centre for Special Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery; in his video message appreciated the efforts of Dr Rooma Sinha as the India Captain for the Worldwide EndoMarch and Apollo Hospitals, for joining hands for last several years creating this awareness.

Dr Pramathes Das Mahapatra, President of the Endometriosis Society of India, says, “While conditions like polycystic ovarian disorder (PCOD) are widely discussed, endometriosis is still not talked about. “The first step is making doctors aware of the extent of the disorder and ensuring accurate and timely diagnosis. In most cases in India, diagnosis is generally delayed because painful periods are considered normal.”

The main messages are

1. Don’t Suffer with pelvic or period pain in silence- You are not alone!

2. Early diagnosis can help the progress of disease

3. Although medical and surgical treatment are the mainstay, Exercise, Yoga, Diet and Mental well-being can help women cruise with this chronic debilitating disease

4. If in doubt ask for Apollo second opinion!

Kolkata, 22 February 2024: Motovolt Mobility Pvt. Ltd., recently won the ‘Best Promising Startup’ Award at the ASSOCHAM Energy Meet Excellence Award, 2024. The awards aim to celebrate and honour promising enterprises that have delivered excellence in innovation, and creativity, made outstanding contributions, and applied best practices in their respective segments.  The award was given away by Shri Babul Supriyo, Hon’ble Minister-in-charge of Information Technology and Electronics and Non-conventional and Renewable Energy Sources, Government of West Bengal.

Clean energy solutions are crucial in paving the way for a sustainable and growth-oriented future. Indian startups, exemplified by innovators like Motovolt, are passionately addressing public needs through sustainability. The company prioritizes diverse requirements, such as emission reduction in transportation, advancements in battery technologies for enhanced energy efficiency, improved charging infrastructure, and the integration of renewable energy to meet operational demands.

Speaking about this, Mr. Tushar Choudhary, Founder & CEO, Motovolt Mobility, said, “The transition to clean energy, particularly in sectors like mobility, presents a significant economic opportunity for both India and the global community. At Motovolt, our commitment lies in enhancing infrastructure, promoting sustainability in electric vehicle manufacturing, and developing solutions to bolster green energy generation and consumption in India. Our endeavors to create an ecosystem free from greenhouse gas emissions have proven successful, leading to the honor of being recognized as the ‘Most Promising Startup.’ This achievement brings immense joy to us and instills greater confidence in our ability to innovate further, providing superior solutions in the realms of clean energy and mobility in India.”

As a major contributor to the cause of clean energy, Motovolt has rapidly evolved as a startup, and the Award serves not only the company’s potential, but also as an acknowledgment of the expertise brought to the table by Mr. Tushar Choudhary, Founder, and CEO of Motovolt Mobility, who was also the Distinguished Speaker at the Session on ‘Pathway to Clean Energy to achieve carbon net zero’ during the prestigious event.

The Government of India’s focus on transitioning to clean energy and making India a global leader in renewable batteries, and green hydrogen has incredible potential, and these technologies can create a market worth about $80 billion in India by the end of this decade itself. The ASSOCHAM Energy Meet Excellence Awards aim to serve as a forum that honors high achievers in this arena and to hold discussions on ways to further improve outcomes with innovations and tech integration in the future.

Bengaluru 22, February 2024: Waaree Energies Limited (the “Company”), India’s largest manufacturer of solar PV modules with the largest aggregate installed capacity of 12 GW, as of June 30, 2023 (Source: CRISIL Report), [has the obtained from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for Topcon Modules, specifically glass to back sheet, with a of up to 625Wp. The certification falls under the category of “Crystalline Silicon Terrestrial Photovoltaic (PV) Modules (Si wafer based).”

This certification positions the Company at the forefront of innovation in manufacturing of solar [power solutions]. With an adherence to stringent quality standards, the Company aims to deliver highly reliable solar solutions incorporating latest available technologies. The BIS certification can serve as a differentiator in an increasingly competitive global renewable energy landscape, substantiating the credibility to the Company’s products, and help in enhancing the Company’s standing across domestic and global solar [power solutions] markets.

Commenting on this achievement, Mr. Hitesh Chimanlal Doshi, Chairman and Managing Director at Waaree Energies Limited said: “Securing the BIS certification for our TopCon modules is a momentous accomplishment for us at Waaree. It reflects our commitment to pioneering solar innovation and setting new benchmarks in the industry. We believe that this certification can bolster Waaree’s contribution in driving the clean energy transition, in India and across the globe. We are excited by the possibilities that this opens up in terms of enhancing our capabilities to deliver sustainable energy solutions.”

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Bengaluru, February 22, 2024: Myntra has appointed Venu Nair, as its Chief of Strategic Partnerships and Omni Channel. Venu brings with him more than 30 years of experience in Retail, Sourcing, Business Analysis and Strategy and joins Myntra’s Senior Leadership Team where he will be responsible for strengthening Myntra’s existing international brands portfolio, while building strategic partnerships with leading global brands and will also be managing omni channel strategy for brands. He will work closely with an able team of professionals, towards forging stronger partnerships, further elevating Myntra’s position as the strategic partner of choice for the world’s leading fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands, as they look at tapping into the burgeoning potential of the India market.

Venu joins Myntra from Shoppers Stop, where he was the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. A leader with rich and varied experience in the Retail & Apparel Industry across parts of South Asia & Europe, Venu has also served as the CEO of Westside, a part of Trent Limited. In addition, he has led the commercial operations of Zudio and Landmark during his stint at Trent. Prior to this, he was the Managing Director of Marks & Spencer Reliance, the India operations of M&S, where he spearheaded the brand’s growth, doubling the number of stores, while also significantly strengthening the business.

Venu graduated with a Bachelor of Technology(Hon) from NIT, Calicut. He also holds an MBA in Marketing from SPJIMR, Mumbai.

ROME, ITALY  22 FEBRUARY 2024: Digital wealth platform Yield App has unveiled a significant expansion to its staking program. Holders of the platform’s YLD token can now earn H1 tokens through its new Diamond+ program at an attractive APY of 25%. This initiative is set to heighten anticipation surrounding the imminent mainnet launch of security-focused on-chain finance protocol Haven1 and its native H1 token.

Yield App’s YLD token grants holders access to exclusive perks and the best earning rates on a growing range of digital assets, paid out daily.

To qualify for the maximum 25% APY, users must stake a minimum of 100,000 YLD on the Yield App platform. However, users staking amounts of YLD below this threshold will still earn a competitive 20% APY.

The enhanced rewards will be disbursed from the 300 million H1 tokens allocated by Haven1 to Yield App in August 2023. As well as offering long-term holders of YLD an opportunity to earn greater interest, the token provides an early entry into Haven1 – a Layer-1 blockchain incubated by Yield App and focused on institutional-grade security.

Tim Frost, CEO of Yield App, says: “We’re thrilled to be launching the limited-time Diamond+ staking program, which will act as the primary gateway for users looking to become early adopters of Haven1. With more than 40,000 users, 340,000 total transactions and over 1.4 million blocks minted, so far the Haven1 Testnet has been a great success and we’re looking forward to its mainnet launch later this year.”

Haven1 offers a secure environment to prevent hacks and resist the scams prevalent in on-chain finance. It incorporates a built-in proprietary provable identity framework at the network level, conducts at least two smart contract audits for any applications on the blockchain, and offers recourse mechanisms akin to those available in the traditional financial world.

A fully EVM-compatible chain, Haven1 intends to transition into an Ethereum rollup at a later stage, when this technology is more mature. It is designed to be scalable and user-friendly to facilitate the mainstream adoption of on-chain finance by both retail and institutional investors.

Moreover, Haven1 will allow third-party developers to innovate freely and create diverse applications. The H1 token, distributed through Yield App‘s Diamond+ program, will serve various functions on the Haven1 network, including governance and application fees.