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New Delhi, May 2023: The real estate market in the peripheries of Delhi-NCR is gaining traction like never before, forming a ‘Golden Real Estate Ring’ here.

R&R, in its recent report, highlighted that real estate in the peripheries like Bhiwadi, Bahadurgarh, Alwar, Sonipat, Jewar, Manesar, and Meerut is tiding over beyond expectations. A number of factors are driving this success, including good connectivity, infrastructure development, and the presence of leading MNCs, IT parks, educational institutions, and rapid urbanisation are factors leading to the success of Golden Real Estate Ring.

The launch of various government initiatives to boost the real estate sector, such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), which aimed to provide affordable housing to all and the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA), which aims to regulate and promote transparency in the sector, have also made this ‘peripheral’ ring more buoyant.

Besides, the dual migration from the cities to outskirts, and from rural areas to urban ones, have also contributed to the growth of these once-neglected peripheries of NCR. With areas like Bahadurgarh, Meerut, Alwar, Jewar, Manesar, and Bhiwadi falling just about 40-70 kms from Delhi, and in not more than an-hour distance, thanks to great rail and road connectivity, the demand for these once-sleepy industrial towns has grown multi-fold in the last couple of years, making them the hotsellers of today.

Vishesh Prakash of R&R, says, “There has been a paradigm shift in the mindset of homebuyers and developers, post pandemic. While for the homebuyers, it is the renewed focus on health and better lifestyle at an affordable price which is triggering the demand for peripheries that offer great quality of life the homebuyers aspire for, along with ample green spaces, modern amenities, and well-planned infrastructure. For the developers, branching out to peripheries is an opportunity to expand out of saturated markets and develop quality products for the consumers. The peripheries also offer varied housing options like plots, independent homes and high-rises apartments, giving consumers a chance to take their desired pick. Besides, dual migration from the cities to outskirts and from rural areas to urban areas has added fuel to the growth fire in these new hot beds of development.”

Be it Meerut, which is considered an evolving city of Uttar Pradesh, with coming in of various top real estate developers here, or Jewar which is gaining traction due to its upcoming international airport, or Sonipat and Panipat which are emerging as a major real estate destinations due to major infrastructure projects such as the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway, the Delhi-Panipat Rapid Rail Transit System, and the proposed Delhi-Sonipat-Panipat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), and also due to presence of top real estate brands like Godrej, Tata Housing, M3M, Ansal, Express Builders, among others foraying here – these peripheries are definitely becoming the pot of gold for developers and end-users alike. Good times ahead, indeed!

Key Highlights:

• Real estate in peripheries to be the centre of attraction as far as the demand is concerned.
• Growing infrastructure, good connectivity, and coming in of real estate giants here are all signifying the growing demand of areas like Sonipat, Panipat, Jewar, Meerut, Bahadurgarh, Manesar and Alwar, amongst others.
• Reducing travel time from Delhi-NCR, and growing amenities fuelling the demand for these peripheries

Ahmedabad, 12th May 2023: Swarrnim Startup & Innovation University was honored to have Bollywood actress Nushrratt Bharuccha and Tollywood actor Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas on campus for the promotion of their latest film, Chatrapathi.

They were welcomed by enthusiastic students and faculty members with open arms and were thrilled to interact with them. During the event, the actors shared their experiences of working on the movie. They engaged in a lively Q&A session, where the students had the opportunity to ask them about their journey in the film industry and upcoming projects.

Nushrratt Bharuccha, recognized for her remarkable performances in movies such as Pyaar Ka Punchnama and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, and Bellamkonda Sreenivas, known for his outstanding work in films like Alludu Seenu and Saakshyam, were keenly interested in interacting with the young minds of Swarrnim University.

“”At Swarrnim Startup and Innovation University, we place a high value on providing practical experiences to our students and are dedicated to this commitment. The opportunity for our students to learn from professionals in the film industry is invaluable.”, said Mr. Adi Jain, Vice President of Swarrnim Startup and Innovation University.”, said Mr. Adi Jain, Vice President of Swarrnim Startup and Innovation University

The film, directed by V.V. Vinayak and produced by Dil Raju, is a Telugu-language action thriller featuring Bellamkonda Sreenivas and Nushrratt Bharuccha in lead roles. Chatrapathi tells the story of a young man named Siva who is wrongly imprisoned and subsequently becomes a gang leader to fight for prisoner rights. Upon his release, he seeks revenge against those who have wronged him and his family. The film is known for its high-octane action sequences and intense drama.

Swarrnim University’s students and faculty extend their best wishes to the Chatrapathi team for the success of their film.

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Hyderabad: 12th May 2023: Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre (NHCC) hosted ‘Mumtastic Retreat’ a specially curated event for mothers to refresh and rejuvenate on the occasion of Mother’s Day. ‘Mumtastic Retreat’ was a blissful Yoga session by certified instructor Kavita Tilwani in the tranquil ambience of the poolside, with prominent mom influencers in the city.

The invigorating yoga session was followed by a specially curated high tea. NHCC’s culinary team crafted a delightful menu, ensuring that every participant experienced the perfect blend of flavors and indulgence. NHCC aimed to provide a delightful and relaxing time for all participants and express gratitude and recognition to the extraordinary women. The event created a memorable experience for all participants reminding them of the importance of self-care and the immense value of mothers in our lives.

ABB India expands its production footprint with a new line for variable speed drive modules at the Peenya factory in Bengaluru. The new line will produce drives ranging from 75 kW to up to 250 kW and will cater to all major industrial segments. ABB’s variable speed drives are used to control the speed of electric motors to match the actual demands of the process to improve energy efficiency and performance in any industrial application or any building globally. When added to the existing motor of a pump, fan or compressor, a drive can typically reduce power consumption by up to 25%.

Part of the integrated campus that houses ABB’s corporate office and other business’ factories, this new production line aims to meet the growing demand of domestic and global customers. With local manufacturing, now customers in India will get faster access to the products, their customization options, and quick serviceability. The expansion will also strengthen the local supplier eco-system for ABB low voltage AC drives portfolio.

“This expansion demonstrates our commitment to innovation, delivering world-class sustainable products and solutions for the Indian market as well as to enriching the local supplier base,” said A.R. Madhusudan, President, Drive Products, ABB India. “At a time when India is globally playing a leading role in clean energy, drive products represent leading technology of energy efficiency, termed as the first fuel of clean energy transitions. ABB drives manufactured in India will contribute to country’s energy efficiency journey and its goals across industries, buildings, and infrastructure,” he added.

Variable speed drive supports critical national infrastructure projects such as ventilation for Atal tunnel and COVID-19 vaccination manufacturing for pharma units. ABB drives are part of the HVAC solutions that have been installed for the prestigious Statue of Unity project. The hospitality industry across the country also deploys ABB drives to optimize the energy consumption.

“As a result of systematic development activities, I am happy to be witnessing this great opening ceremony with the customers and key suppliers. Team has done an excellent job and we are ready to take even further growth steps together” said Vesa Kandell, Global Head of Operations, Drive Products, ABB.

The new line of production is ergonomically designed with position, angle and torque control and a programmable fastening system. This facility is designed for effective utilization of available space for better productivity and enhanced safety and is equipped with expanded precision testing facility. The expanded facility also employs skilled technicians/ engineers, which includes over 50% women workforce on the production line.

Despite of the great energy saving and performance improving potential, currently only about 23% of the world’s motors are paired with a drive. Hence, this factory will play a key role in enabling businesses and industries at large to adopt energy-efficient technologies and help achieve carbon-neutrality.

ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. The company’s solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered, and operated. Building on more than 130 years of excellence, ABB’s ~105,000 employees are committed to driving innovations that accelerate industrial transformation. www.abb.com

ABB Motion keeps the world turning – while saving energy every day. We innovate and push the boundaries of technology to enable the low-carbon future for customers, industries and societies. With our digitally enabled drives, motors, and services our customers and partners achieve better performance, safety and reliability. We offer a combination of domain expertise and technology to deliver the optimum drive and motor solution for a wide range of applications in all industrial segments. Through our global presence we are always close to serve our customers. Building on over 130 years of cumulative experience in electric powertrains, we learn and improve every day. www.new.abb.com/about/our-businesses/motion

ABB Drive Products is a technology leader serving industries, infrastructure and machine builders with world-class drives. With our products, global scale and local presence, we help our customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety. www.abb.con/drives

Indian International cricketer, Ishan Kishan, rightly says that his mother’s home-cooked food is that lucky charm that energises him and provides the necessary fuel to deliver terrific performances on field.

India’s First and Largest Intercity food delivery platform, JustMyRoots.com, also reinstates the proven fact that, Maa Ke Haath Ka Khana is undoubtedly everyone’s lucky charm .

JustMyRoots, the food tech platform, has been providing DFH (Direct From Home) services, wherein they deliver food cooked in your mom’s kitchen to you. The team picks up food from your mom’s home, packs it in food grade safe containers, and delivers it to your current location. So, now a mother need not worry about what her child is consuming, when he/she is away from home for work or further studies, and send him or her their favourite food, cooked with her signature and timeless love and care.

Mr. Samiran Sengupta, CEO & Founder, JustMyRoots, says, “With JustMyRoots, you are never away from the nostalgic dish cooked by your mom. With our temperature-controlled packaging, we have perfected the art of intercity perishable food delivery without adding preservatives or freezing the food. This ensures that your food reaches you safe, fresh, and ready to eat.”

The DFH (Direct from Home) service is currently available in cities like Kolkata, Bengaluru, Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Greater Noida, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jaipur, Ghaziabad, Jalandhar, Chennai, Mathura, Agra, Ambala, Faridabad, Varanasi, Vadodara, Surat, and Goa, which means patrons can get their mothers cooked food even if they live 1000/2000 kilometres away.

To place an order, you can download the app ‘JustMyRoots’ from Playstore or Appstore, or reach them on +91 7042059800 and check out their latest deals on https://justmyroots.com/.

JustMyRoots: They are pioneers in Intercity Perishable Food Delivery connecting people back to their roots through food. When people move from their own city to a new place, for work or further studies, it takes time to adapt and cultivate a taste for the local cuisine multiplied with the constant feeling of Homesickness, all leading to an immense craving for their home and home-cooked food.

No matter what we eat, where we eat, we can never replicate that special flavour of ‘Maa Ke Haath Ka Khana’, made for us with that magical ingredient called ‘love’, along with the familiar sentiment of, “beta thoda aur kha le!”

JustMyRoots, indeed empathises and to bridge this gap, has designed their unique DFH service, which would deliver your Mom’s home cooked meal to you, anyplace and anytime you crave.

JustMyRoots.com is currently working with 1000+ Top Brands with a premium portfolio of 10,000+ Products and delivering in 30+ Cities across Metros, Tier1 & Tier2 cities, and expanding!

Bangalore, 12th May 2023: Ambuja Cements, the cement and building materials company of Adani Cement and part of Adani Group, has been awarded the ‘Most Innovative Loyalty Program of the Year’ at the Customer Fest Leadership Awards 2023 for its Contractor Loyalty Program – ‘Ambuja Abhimaan’. This award acknowledges the Company’s exceptional efforts in creating and maintaining an outstanding loyalty program that has helped build strong relationships with its contractor partners.

The evaluation of nominations was conducted by an eminent jury panel of experts, and Ambuja’s innovative and transformational initiatives such as skill upgradation programs, family engagement and social welfare, talent hunt contests, and business aid to contractors were highlighted. These initiatives differentiated Ambuja from competitors and helped win the award under the Customer Loyalty – Organizational category. The event featured more than 50+ renowned brands across various industries.

Mr. Ajay Kapur, CEO, Cement Business, said, “Ambuja has always been synonymous with strength, and we are honoured to be recognised for our strong commitment and efforts that goes beyond cement. This award is a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to our partners and customers. We thank the jury panel and all the participants for acknowledging our efforts towards customer centricity and innovation.”

Ambuja Abhimaan, a differentiated long-term loyalty program has achieved many milestones, including recognition as one of the best mobile loyalty programs, engaging and benefiting 1.2 lakh+ key contractors.

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12 May 2023  Birla Corporation Limited, flagship Company of the MP Birla Group, has received the Commendation for Significant Achievement in Corporate Excellence in the 17th CII-ITC Sustainability Awards for 2022, instituted by CII. The award was presented by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport & Highways, in New Delhi on 10 May 2023.

Shri Sandip Ghose, Managing Director & CEO, Birla Corporation Limited, said: “This award has demonstrated the Company’s comprehensive approach on the journey towards Excellence in Sustainable Business. Building strong sustainable credentials is essential for long-term existence of planet earth. Therefore, the industry has embedded all the potential sustainable dimensions into corporate strategy and business process & practices”.

Shri Devesh Kumar Mishra, Unit Head, Chanderia Cement Works, and Shri Debashish Choudhury, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, received the award.

The award recognizes the Company’s Significant Achievement in Corporate Excellence in Manufacturing Sector for Commendable Results from Deployment of Policy & Processes on the journey to Excellence in Sustainable Business. Jury members noted the Company’s continual efforts in the areas of Emission, CSR, Safety, AFR utilization, Energy & Water Conservation and Biodiversity Development, among others.

Birla Corporation Limited is the flagship Company of the MP Birla Group. Incorporated as Birla Jute Manufacturing Company Limited in 1919, it was given shape by Syt MP Birla. The Company has interest in cement and jute goods. Its Birla Jute Mills is the first jute mill started by an Indian entrepreneur. The Company and its subsidiary, RCCPL Pvt Ltd, have 11 cement plants spread in eight locations across the country, with an annual installed capacity of 20 million tons. The Company produces an array of cement products, under the MP Birla Cement brand, suited to different climatic conditions as well as consumer segments. It also sells construction chemicals and wall putty.

Mumbai, 12 May 2023: There has been a consistent rise in e-commerce adoption over the last few years, with consumers and businesses adopting e-commerce platforms. Unicommerce, one of India’s leading e-commerce enablement SaaS platforms has reported that the e-commerce order volumes in Telangana increased by over 40% in FY-23 compared to FY-22. The company analyzed over 28 million order items processed in the region over the last two financial years to understand the changing e-commerce trends in the region. While Hyderabad and Secunderabad are the powerhouse of rising online shoppers in the state, consumers from other regions also shopped online.

The data also revealed that consumers from Telangana are shopping across various categories. Fashion and accessories are the biggest category with maximum order volume and have reported over 55% order volume growth rate in FY 2023 compared to the previous financial year. The fashion and accessories category includes a wide range of products such as apparel, kid’s wear, footwear, bags, belts, wallets, and other accessories. Beauty and personal care is the second most popular segment in Telangana and it reported 20% YoY order volume growth in FY 2023. The electronic peripherals and audio products are also a growing segment with 74% in order volume growth in FY 2023 compared to the previous year. Another popular online shopping category in Telangana is home decor and kitchenware, which has reported over 50% YoY order volume growth in FY 2023.

Interestingly, it’s not just consumers but businesses in Telangana that are also adopting e-commerce. Unicommerce allows businesses to manage e-commerce operations and it’s currently working with 60+ companies from Telangana and manages over 400 facilities from local and national brands in Telangana alone. In light of the growing trend, the company analyzed the growth of Telangana-based businesses and observed an impressive average of 70% increase in orders shipped from the region to various parts of the country during FY23.

Speaking on the e-commerce trends in Telangana, Kapil Makhija, CEO of Unicommerce said “Telangana’s e-commerce sector has experienced explosive growth in recent years, fueled by a combination of factors including a robust digital infrastructure, a vibrant startup ecosystem, and a tech-savvy population. As more and more consumers turn to online shopping, the e-commerce market in Telangana is poised for continued growth, presenting exciting opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs to start their e-commerce journey. With a thriving digital ecosystem, we are excited about the endless possibilities that the future holds for e-commerce in Telangana, and we remain committed to leveraging technology to deliver innovative solutions and drive business growth.”

Jagdamba Pearls, which is a jewelry brand based out of Hyderabad, has been working with Unicommerce for the last seven years. The brand is processing an average of over 5000 orders items per month and is serving consumers across the country while processing orders through the Unicommerce platform. Currently, the company is selling across seven marketplaces and a brand website.

Speaking on building a robust online business Mr. Avanish Agarwal, Managing Director, Sri Jagdamba Pearls said. “We are legacy brands from Hyderabad, and e-commerce enables us to easily connect and offer our products to consumers across the globe. We have invested in technology to strengthen our online business and ensure that we can offer great pearl products to consumers in India and international markets. Our e-commerce business has flourished post-technology adoption, as it allows us to improve business efficiency and offer a great shopping experience to consumers. We are glad to partner with Unicommerce to further elevate consumer shopping experience as we continue to grow our e-commerce business.”

Neeman’s is one of the biggest D2C brands in the country with its roots in Hyderabad. The company has deployed Unicommerce order management and warehouse management platform to automate operations. The company has reported over 100% growth in order volumes over the last year and is processing around 80,000 orders every month.

Speaking about the success and building India’s leading footwear-focused D2C brands from Hyderabad, Taran Chhabra, Founder, and CEO, of Neeman’s, said “As a conscious fashion brand, we are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and society. We believe that technology can play a vital role in achieving this goal, both in the development of our products and in reaching our consumers. As a Hyderabad-based brand, we are proud to see our products reaching customers across India, and we are excited to partner with Unicommerce to ensure that our customers receive their orders quickly and efficiently. By leveraging technology to enhance the shopping experience, we hope to scale new heights and continue to inspire more consumers to join us in our sustainability journey.”

Companies from smaller towns and cities are now exploring e-commerce and starting their online journey. While most of the sellers are based out of Hyderabad, small sellers from towns like Warangal and Karimnagar are also building their e-commerce business and adopting technology to connect with consumers across India and internationally. Unicommerce provides access to best-in-class technology at an affordable price enabling them to automate their operations, streamline business and enhance shopping experience. Some of the brands that leading brands that Unicommerce work with in Telangana are Neemans, Health Unbox, Pure Cult, Aroma Care, Jivika Naturals, Daughter Earth, Promount Online Services, Catcub, Bello Herbals, Sterling Book Centre, Futaba Tech, among many others.

Unicommerce is one of the leading e-commerce enablement SaaS platforms in India that powers post-purchase experience for brands, marketplaces, and fulfillment providers. Deployed by e-commerce retail companies, traditionally offline brands, D2C brands, brand aggregator firms, fulfillment service providers, 3PLs, and marketplaces. The company has built a strong presence in India and has also expanded to international geographies and is serving clients in the Middle East (UAE and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) and Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines).

New Delhi, May 12th, 2023 : Pidilite Industries, a leading manufacturer of construction and specialty chemicals, announced today that its online B2B dealer application, Genie, has achieved a significant milestone of over 1000+ crore in sales for FY22-23. With its impressive growth rate, Pidilite Genie has contributed to 14% of Pidilite’s overall business in FY23.

Says Sudhanshu Vats, Deputy MD, Pidilite Industries, ” At Pidilite, our top priority is to empower and support our dealers in achieving their business goals. That’s why we launched Pidilite Genie, an initiative aimed at helping retailers take a digital leap. We are proud to share that Pidilite Genie has made considerable progress in a short period of time. Pidilite Genie has been installed by nearly 5 lakh dealers and has facilitated over 18 lakh orders since its launch. We are continuously enhancing the platform to cater to the evolving needs of our dealers, and we are confident that Pidilite Genie has the potential to become the go-to platform for all the order placements in the near future.

Designed with a user-friendly interface, Pidilite Genie serves as a one-stop online platform for dealers to order any product across Pidilite’s product range with just a few clicks. The app’s intelligent technology streamlines the ordering process, making it easier to reorder basis previous purchases and recommend deals based on the dealer’s buying pattern. Dealers can also view current schemes, track loyalty performance, and redeem scheme rewards against future purchases.

Looking ahead, Pidilite Genie plans to expand its user base manifold by launching it in international markets and extending Pidilite’s entire product portfolio and services to enable dealers to realize their full business potential. Pidilite Genie will also add exciting new features such as a multilingual interface, customized in-app interactions, voice-to-text functionality, visibility of order journey, helping dealers track and plan their performance proactively.

As Pidilite Genie continues to evolve and improve, it aims to become a 24x7x365 digital assistant for dealers, striving to make Genie the primary mode for order placement. With the new roadmap in place, Pidilite Genie is well-positioned to continue its growth in the future.

Sepang International Circuit (Malaysia), 12 May 2023: Almost seven weeks since the first round in Thailand, the 2023 Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) has now reached to Malaysia for its second round of the season. IDEMITSU Honda Racing India team from Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) is all set to raise the stakes higher at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia this weekend.

After making a strong start in the first opening round of Asia Production 250cc (AP250cc) class of Asia’s toughest road racing championship, the solo Indian two-wheeler racing team enters the upcoming round with a total 9 points.

Commenting on the upcoming round, Mr. P Rajagopi, Operating Officer – Premium Motorcycle Business, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “The first round of 2023 ARRC witnessed our feisty riders Kavin and Mohsin delivering powerful performances on the international soil. Both our young guns scored points for the team. For round 2, the team is motivated and our riders are in full shape. Sepang circuit brings with it new challenges for Mohsin as he would be racing here for the first time. However, Kavin is already familiar with the track and his experience will help him in scoring more points. With their strategy in place, the team has its sight to have both riders as high up the standings as possible. Our riders have trained hard during these off weeks, so we continue with the same motivation to get the best results.”

Kavin’s strong performance at the Buriram International Circuit in round 1 is a testament to his talent. The Chennai racing prodigy scored 1 point in his first race after which his impressive riding skills during the second race resulted in 11th place finish. The 17-year-old rider enters the round 2 with total 6 points and is currently placed at 13th on the scoreboard.

Backing Kavin up as his teammate is the promising rookie rider Mohsin P. The young lad from Mallapuram is at 17th position with 3 points at his debut season at ARRC. Based on the learning so far, the 20-year-old rider will seek to climb up the scoreboard at Sepang International racetrack.

Sharing his thoughts, Kavin Quintal said, “I am very excited to be back at the Sepang International Circuit. I have worked hard on my weak points and personally, I feel strong and motivated to race in the second round of ARRC this weekend. As always, my aim is to give the best I can, so I am able to improve my performance in each outing and score more points for my nation and my team.”

Looking forward to the second round, Mohsin Paramban said, “I am happy to be in Malaysia to race for the second round on the MotoGP track. It will be a new adventure for me. With the guidance from my mentor and skilled technicians, I have worked hard on my weak points. I am optimistic to claim as many points as possible for this weekend.”