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Hyderabad, 12th  February, 2024: Hyderabad Blawk Hawks, the official volleyball team representing Telugu states, today unveiled its Team Jersey at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium. The event marked some momentous announcements amongst the fans of Black Hawks cheering for their beloved team.

Vijay Deverakonda, Co-owner of Hyderabad Black Hawk, Abhishek Reddy, Principal Owner of Hyderabad Black Hawks & Zoran Kedacic, Head coach- Hyderabad Black Hawks were present at the event.

Hyderabad Black Hawks Team, who is a looking forward to put together a robust team in the upcoming season of PVL 2024 announced their new team to set the record and to hit the court. The team also launched their new jersey for their 2024 season in the Rupay Prime Volleyball League. The flamboyant jersey has unique sharp black and orange designs which resonate the fiery adrenaline-fueled passion the Hawks carry. Hyderabad Black Hawks will be training under its Head Coach for the season Zoran Kedacic who is Slovenian National Team Assistant Coach (Ranked 6th in the world).2 international players Stefan Kovacevic (Serbian National Team Player) and Ivan Fernandez ( Venezuelan Player who played for Europe and Asia ) will also be part of the team.

The stadium also hosted the most awaited final match of The VD Black Open’24. 2 teams out of the 300+ teams from 16 districts battled against others to reach the exhilarating finale and the fans where in awe of the energy displayed by the finalists. Amongst the cheers of the excited fans the final winners were presented special trophies by Mr. Vijay Deverakonda, actor and co-owner of Hyderabad Black Hawks at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium. The winners received a prize money of INR 1 lakh, while the runner-up were awarded with INR 50,000. The winners of the VD Black Hawks Open ’24 were invited to the camp of  Hyderabad Black Hawks where they get a chance to train with the team.

Speaking at the event,  Vijay Deverakonda, Co-owner of Hyderabad Black Hawks said, “We are super excited for our team Hyderabad Blacks Hawks for their grand performance in the Season 3 of Prime Volleyball League 2024 which will be held in Chennai. We are delighted to organise The VD Black Open’24 held in Telangana & AP to focus on grassroots and encourage players from the rural parts of both the Telugu states. We really appreciate the efforts of all the participants of The VD Black Open’24 and wishing all the best to the winners who will be groomed to play for the next high level tournaments in future.”

“We look forward for the new Season 3 of Prime Volleyball League 2024.  We are overwhelmed to see the remarkable participation in The VD Black Hawks Open from all the 16 cities of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The passion and zeal the players from these areas was extremely heart warming. Such tournaments pave a way for the talented youth of our Telugu states get recognized and groomed to international players.  The VD Black Hawks Open ‘24 was primarily organised to help these talents choose volleyball as a sport and soar to unparalleled heights in the world of volleyball.”  said Mr. Abhishek Reddy, Principal Owner of Hyderabad Black Hawks.

The team also played an exhibition match which pumped up the fans & audience present at the stadium for the upcoming season.

Rupay is the official sponsor for The Prime Volleyball League 2024. Hyderabad Black Hawks, are a professional volleyball team competing in the Prime Volleyball League (PVL), India’s premier top-flight volleyball tournament.

Watch RuPay Prime Volleyball League Season 3 from 15th February 2024 LIVE on Sony Sports Ten 1 SD & HD, Sony Ten 3 SD & HD (Hindi), Sony Ten 4 SD & HD (Tamil & Telugu) from 6.30 pm onwards.

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Kolkata and Hyderabad’s renowned Chowman chain of restaurants is all set to bask into the season of love with their special meals and offers to celebrate with your partner. The month of love calls for special attention, hence nothing less than the best experience is expected to bring a smile to your partner’s face. Take them out for a special lunch or dinner with Exclusive Meals by Chowman.

Make this week worth the memories. Surprise your loved ones with a specially curated meal for one at their doorstep and start the week with true love and care for each other.

As a token of love, Chowman Hyderabad on 14th February has exclusive offerings to celebrate the exceptional bond that they share with their customers. The offer is up to set a celebratory mood for everyone to take advantage of the incredible deal by presenting the coupon at their nearest outlet. Further, couples can avail complimentary dessert on Meal for Two. For the long-distance lovers, there will also be a Valentine’s Meal for one valid for delivery.

Chowman is here to help with your last-minute plans to woo your partner this Valentine’s Day. Plan your date at the nearest Chowman outlet or order the food at the comfort of your home through Chowman App.

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The Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives (SFPI) hosted its Seventh Edition of Sangamam – an initiative to promote art & culture of the country with Dhrupad maestro Pt. Uday Bhawalkar along with Kirit Singh and Sukhad Manik Munde at St. John’s Auditorium Bangalore on Feb 10, 2024/Saturday.

The LIVE Dhrupad performance was witnessed by classical music admirers who had come from different parts of Bangalore and met Pt. Uday Bhalwalkar and his team.

Known as the foremost Dhrupad vocalists, Pt. Uday has been a strong force in its growing recognition, popularity, and resurgence worldwide. He’s a disciple of Ustaad Zia Fariduddin Dagar (vocal) and Ustaad Zia Mohiuddin Dagar (Rudra-Veena), the towering pillars of the Dhrupad tradition. Pt. Uday Ji believes that when immersed in the note and raga, the self dissolves and only the music remains. Admired for his engaging style, Pt. Uday through his artform reaches out and communicates with audiences of all backgrounds. Since his first performance at Bhopal in 1985 Uday has performed in a number of prestigious festivals and events in India and abroad.

Born out of the immense passion for music of the founders, Kumari Shibulal and SD Shibulal, Sangamam aims to promote the rich tapestry of India’s heritage and diverse art forms to a wider audience, while fostering awareness and preservation of our cultural legacy.

Sharing her thoughts on Sangamam, Kumari Shibulal, Founder (SFPI) said, “Music has the ability to bring people together and create a common platform that transcends boundaries and differences. Both Shibu and I are inclined towards Indian Classical Music, and it is our admiration for heritage and culture that sowed the seed for Sangamam a couple of years ago. Through this initiative, we aim to reach out to art admirers who are inspired by the richness of Indian Music and Dance forms.”

Pt. Uday on his LIVE Dhrupad performance opined, “Meeting art admirers has always been a fulfilling experience. With my 40 years of experience as an educator and performer, it gives me immense happiness to share the beautiful ancient art form. Bangalore has always been very welcoming, and it was an absolute pleasure performing at Sangamam. Initiatives like these are bridging the gap between the art, artists, and admirers.”

Dhrupad is also one of the oldest living traditions of North Indian Classical music, drawing its roots from the rich, ancient Indian philosophies and its artistic value systems. It has originated from the sacred Sanskrit script of Sama Veda.

In an endeavour to promote and keep alive the lineage of teaching Dhrupad in the traditional Guru Shishya Parampara, Pt Uday has established a residential Gurukul, by name ‘Dhrupad Swarkul’ with a goal to impart knowledge and training to selected and deserving Sadhaks of this art form – Dhrupad. The ‘Guru-Shishya Parampara’ is the quintessential Indian process of imparting valuable knowledge and philosophy passed through the ages by the Gurus. SFPI has collaborated with Dhrupad Swarkul to promote this ancient art form to children who have interest in pursuing this art form – Dhrupad.

New Delhi, 12th February 2024: The 23rd edition of ACREX India, organized by the respected association, Indian Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ISHRAE) in collaboration with Informa Markets in India, India’s leading B2B events organizer, will be held at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR, from February 15th to 17th, 2024. This event, the largest exhibition in South Asia dedicated to Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilation, and Intelligent Buildings, with the theme “Powering Global HVAC Supply Chain,” will focus on the growth of the HVAC manufacturing sector in India, projected to reach USD 21.5 billion (INR 1,78,000 crores) by 2028.

ACREX India 2024 provides a valuable platform for domestic and international manufacturers to connect with government officials, industry stalwarts, end users, and many more, helping them achieve their business objectives. The expo will feature over 500+ exhibitors from 40 countries including Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, the Netherlands, UAE, UK, Ukraine and USA while welcoming 25000 trade visitors in the 3-day event. Prominent industry leaders such as Fujitsu General India Pvt Ltd, Daikin, Danfoss, Bluestar, Tata Voltas, Mitsubishi Heavy, Sharp India, Haier HVAC Solutions, Edge tech, and others will mark their presence, thereby offering a comprehensive perspective on current HVAC trends worldwide.

Offering a significant industry perspective, Mr. Sushil Choudhury, Chairman, ACREX India 2024 stated, “ACREX India stands as the highpoint of India’s HVAC narrative, weaving together the threads of Decarbonization, Technology Enablement, and Innovation, and integration of supply chain. Guided by ISHRAE’s visionary pursuit of advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning for the Indian HVAC industry, the ACREX India Expo shoulders the responsibility of spotlighting India’s stature as a global manufacturing hub, resonating with the essence of ‘Make in India’. The industry has also served as an example of India’s resilience and turnaround story in the post pandemic era. In 2023, air conditioners operating in India consumed around 190 TWH of electricity (more than 10% of national total), which is projected to reach 600 TWH by 2038. This corresponds to the proliferation of residential buildings across India’s rapidly expanding tier 1, 2, and 3 cities and the air-conditioner now being considered a necessity as opposed to a luxury item.

In line with the Prime Minister’s Atmanirbharta vision, ACREX epitomizes India’s strategic manufacturing prowess on the global stage. Don’t miss this indispensable showcase of the HVAC industry’s boundless potential!”

With this grand edition in the Delhi-NCR region, ACREX India is destined to continue its rich legacy and set new benchmarks professionals to congregate, collaborate, and elevate their businesses, showcasing materials, equipment, the latest technologies, and innovations in the industry on an international stage. The show is amply supported by both domestic and international associations such as Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Trades Association (RATA), All India Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Association (ACRA), American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR), Assocham India, Indian Plumbing Association, India Green Building Council (IGBC), FSAI among others. This will help to bridge the gap between suppliers and buyers.

Speaking on the announcement of ACREX India, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets India said, “The growth of India’s HVAC market is a testament to the dynamic interplay of urbanization, improved standards of living, climate change, and strategic government initiatives promoting energy efficiency and sustainability. Simultaneously, with India aligning with global supply chain requirements, the HVAC export market is flourishing year on year, consistently showcasing the prowess of the Indian manufacturing sector on the global arena.

The India HVAC Market reached USD 9.1 billion in 2023 and has a projected a CAGR of 14.5% during the forecast period of 2025-2029.  The market continues to expand, driven by the adoption of energy-efficient systems and increasing demand in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Within this framework, ACREX India stands, with its own impressive highlights and legacy, as a vital platform for industry leaders and innovators to converge and navigate the evolving landscape. With a host of features including the ‘Pledge for Decarbonisation’, the show continues to elevate its reputation among every stakeholder of the industry,” he added.

Speaking on the occasion, K J Jawa, Chairman & MD, Daikin India said, “The shift towards smart HVAC systems is a significant trend in India. As energy, consumption continues to rise and system efficiency improves, buyers are actively choosing an intelligent HVAC systems that offers enhanced controls, real-time monitoring, advanced building automation, and IoT integration. The global increase in temperatures has also heightened the frequency and intensity of heat waves, droughts, and rainfall, impacting relative humidity and thus affecting the performance and energy usage of HVAC equipment.

Furthermore, the government’s increased investments in the construction sector have created a demand for HVAC systems, further driving growth in the HVAC electronics market. In its 23rd edition, ACREX India, has again taken a proactive step in supporting India’s carbon emissions reduction goals and the pursuit of improved energy efficiency through its concept of engineering towards net-zero. I am glad that the industry players through ACREX 2024 aims to tackle environmental challenges on a large scale and provide the HVAC industry with a roadmap towards lower carbon intensity, reduced fuel and electricity consumption, consequently increasing the demand for energy-efficient equipment in the market.”

He further added, “The HVAC industry in India was at a market size of  $7,820.5 million in 2021, and it is anticipated to reach an approx.  $30,000 million by 2030, owing to a CAGR growth of 15.8% between 2021 and 2030. The growth is attributed to progressive government policies, infrastructure development, technological advancements, and rising tourism activities across the country. The rising disposable income and various initiatives by the Government that focus on improving the energy efficiency of appliances are also contributing to the market growth.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ravichandran Purushothaman, President, Danfoss India, said, “The HVAC industry is on a transformative path driven by global trends in sustainability, energy efficiency, and the quest for net-zero emissions. We’re witnessing a shift towards high-energy efficient appliances and eco-friendly refrigerants across sectors like refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps. As we head towards 2050, consumer preferences and regulatory changes will propel a transition towards environmentally friendly solutions, aligned with the Race to Zero campaign and net-zero emission goals. To thrive in this evolving landscape, businesses must innovate sustainably, invest in R&D, and embrace digitalization. At ACREX India 2024, we’re committed to showcasing our innovative solutions, fostering collaborations, and driving the adoption of sustainable practices. Together, we’re shaping a greener future for the HVAC industry in India.”

According to Mr. Arvind JA. Kumar, Assistant General Manager Marketing, ABS Fujitsu General India Pvt Ltd, “As the HVAC industry undergoes transformative growth, we are witnessing a global shift towards sustainability, energy efficiency, and achieving net-zero emissions. This evolution, fueled by urbanization and decarbonization, is driving demand for high-energy efficient appliances and environmentally friendly refrigerants. By 2050, the landscape of the air conditioning market is set to evolve significantly, with consumer preferences and regulatory changes shaping the transition towards environmentally friendly and energy-efficient solutions. 

At ACREX India 2024, We are committed to showcase our innovative and sustainable HVAC solutions, advancing energy-efficient technologies, and collaborating with industry partners to drive sustainable practices. We believe ACREX India offers a exceptional platform to shape the future of the HVAC industry in India” 

ACREX India 2024 sets the stage with compelling features designed to elevate the sector. A power-packed seminar will comprise sessions on ‘NET ZERO 2070 – Roadmap for Large And MSME Manufacturers In The HVAC Trade’; ‘Workforce Development In India – The Roadmap For The HVACR Industry’; ‘Innovative HVAC Technologies For The Hospitality Industry’; and ‘Transforming HVAC For Infrastructure Projects And Buildings’; with panel discussions and presentations in each session. With designated spaces like a Startup Pavilion, serving as a dynamic platform for entrepreneurs to showcase entrepreneurial ideas; Innovation Zone, Demo Zone, B2B Meetings, Seminar & Workshops, Launch Pad, Solution Centre, and Idea Presentation, ACREX ensures an immersive experience that delves deep into emerging trends and inspirations for the industry.

Attendees at the expo can also look forward to much-anticipated events such as the prestigious ACREX Awards of Excellence. This distinguished accolade acknowledges outstanding work and products. Adding

to the prestige is the ACREX Hall of Fame, a noteworthy recognition of industry icons whose contributions inspire building developers, architects, and designers.

ACREX India 2024 promises not only to showcase the latest in HVAC innovation but also to honour and celebrate those who drive excellence in the field.

Mumbai: 12th February 2024: Quick Heal Foundation, the CSR arm of Quick Heal Technologies Limited, a global cybersecurity solutions provider, hosted the 2024 edition of the ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha Awards’ on February 10^th in Pune, Maharashtra. The ceremony recognizes the outstanding efforts of the volunteering institutions, teachers, and students who have participated in its flagship initiative ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha’. The award ceremony was graced by Ms. Anupama Katkar, Chairperson, Quick Heal Foundation, Prof. V. L. Maheshwari, Vice Chancellor of Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon, Prof. (Dr) Prakash A. Mahanwar, Vice Chancellor of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University, Mr. Sanjay Shintre, Superintendent of Police – Maharashtra Cyber and the academicians from 29 participating institutions.

The ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha’ initiative aims to create awareness and educate the masses, especially the marginalized sections of society, about the importance of cyber safety and the best practices to follow in the digital world. The initiative has sensitized over 47 lakh students, teachers, and the general public on various aspects of cybersecurity, such as identifying cyber threats, practicing cyber hygiene, prevalent cyber laws, and cyber ethics, through collaborations with local educational institutions and street plays. Under the same initiative, the Foundation has launched an ‘Earn & Learn’ program aimed to empower the youth of the country. This program purposely engages and trains student volunteers strengthening their skill set to become future leaders of the country. These students relentlessly join the cause of spreading cyber awareness amongst communities at large in the most creative ways possible. In the past year, the initiative has touched over 8 lakh lives alone.

The nominations for the awards came from 6 zones across Maharashtra and Karnataka, reflecting the widespread impact of the program. The awards were given under the categories of Cyber Suraksha Warriors (Students), Cyber Safety Champions (Teachers), and Cyber Shiksha Champion of the Year (Institutions), based on the data received from the colleges describing the action, activities, and outreach efforts. Cyber Warriors were awarded in 3 categories – Best Process Compliance, Highest Outreach & Impact, and Outstanding Performance, while Cyber Safety Champions were awarded in 2 categories – Best Process Compliance and Extra Mile Recognition. Cyber Shiksha Champions received awards in 3 categories – Best Process Compliance, Special Appreciation for Media Outreach, and Creative Performance. With six winners each, the diverse categories highlighted exceptional contributions & achievements by all volunteers.

Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Anupama Katkar, Chief of Operational Excellence, Quick Heal and Chairperson of Quick Heal Foundation said, “It makes me proud to share the profound impact of our CSR initiatives, positively influencing the lives of over 50 lakh individuals, especially the ones living in remote corners of the country. What better way to commemorate this achievement than through the 2024 edition of the ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha’ Awards. This momentous ceremony not only recognizes the invaluable contributions of volunteering institutions, dedicated teachers, and enthusiastic students, who have displayed exemplary commitment to spreading the crucial message of cyber safety to the masses. It also serves as a testament to our unwavering commitment to inspire and empower the youth—the future leaders of our nation. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our partners, local state administrations, the Police, Maharashtra Cyber, and industry bodies, including Nasscom, for standing with us in our mission to establish ‘cybersafety as a fundamental right for all’. Together, we aspire to ignite a movement that encourages more & more individuals to join us in creating a cyber safe and secure India.”

Lauding Quick Heal Foundation’s efforts, Mr. Sanjay Shintre, Superintendent of Police – Maharashtra Cyber, said, “In today’s digital age, where cybercrimes are on the rise, the importance of cybersecurity and safety awareness cannot be overstated. It is indeed a pleasure to witness Quick Heal Foundation’s relentless pursuit to equip the general masses with the knowledge needed to stay a step ahead of cybercrimes. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Anupama Katkar and her team for the exceptional work they have done in securing our nation. The ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha’ initiative is a testament to their dedication to creating a cyber-safe environment, and I applaud their efforts in making a significant impact in the field of cybersecurity education.”

Prof. V. L. Maheshwari, Vice Chancellor of Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon, commented, “It brings me immense pleasure to be associated with Quick Heal Foundation and the ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha’ campaign. The initiative is not just about imparting knowledge on cybersecurity but is a noble cause that shapes the future of our nation. Motivating faculty and students to actively participate in this endeavor not only enhances their skills but also equips them for a lifetime of success. I am proud to witness our volunteering students contribute to this vital mission, laying the foundation for them to become future leaders and cyber guardians of our society.”

Prof. (Dr) Prakash A. Mahanwar, Vice Chancellor of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University, resonated a similar sentiment by saying, “It is a true honor to be associated with Quick Heal Foundation and their commendable ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha’ campaign. This noble cause goes beyond cybersecurity education – it instills a sense of responsibility and skill development in our volunteering students. By participating in this initiative, our students not only gain valuable knowledge but also acquire a skill set that will undoubtedly contribute to their success in future roles. Quick Heal Foundation’s commitment to shaping the future of our nation through such impactful campaigns is truly commendable.”

Quick Heal Foundation has been working relentlessly towards the social well-being of the nation, addressing critical areas such as education, skill development, and primary healthcare by promoting community participation, diversity, and inclusion, through various impactful programs and campaigns. Aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, & 17, these initiatives have exceeded expectations with their impact reaching the remotest tribal communities, marginalized sections of society, and communities-at-large. The foundation has reached a significant milestone in touching the lives of over 50 lakh individuals through its initiatives in health and education across the nation.

Apart from the ‘Cyber Shiksha for Cyber Suraksha’ initiative, Quick Heal Foundation has also contributed significantly towards youth empowerment by bridging the skill set gap through initiatives such as Earn and Learn, the Faculty Development Program. The foundation has also worked towards promoting healthcare in the remotest of regions through the Arogya Yan (fully equipped medical vans) Donation program. Outreach programs conducted by Quick Heal Foundation, such as Life Skill Education, the Shaalangan Counselling Centre, Tribal Development Project, Arogya Mansampada, etc., have been instrumental in fostering personal development and well-being among the country’s youth, especially individuals residing in underserved regions.

Mumbai: February 12, 2024 – Single.id, the world’s first cross-reward-programme-identifier, operated by Enigmatic Smile, addresses the issue of wasted reward budgets for retailers in the payment linked rewards space. Single.id will provide a consolidated End User identity across the entire retail rewards space. This innovation correctly tracks, and attributes, every payment linked offer, claimed by every connected consumer, across all connected rewards programmes. The clarity which Single.id brings to the entire offer industry, both in-store and online, cannot be underestimated.

The service has partnered with 30 of the country’s biggest brands including McDonald’s and Shoppers Stop to provide a holistic view of all consumer payment linked reward redemptions.  NDTV Big Bonus has already onboarded 250K consumers. Now, Sarvatra Technologies, itself representing over 600 banks in the country, aims to onboard the next 20 million end users.  When retailers are able to correctly attribute payments-linked rewards transactions, guaranteeing no double payments of rewards, they can confidently utilize the channel to reward their current customers, as well as reach out to millions more.

With Single.id, payment linked offers become seamless, connecting shoppers existing credit cards and debit cards to rewards, and with Sarvatra now introducing offers on UPI payments, provide a holistic market penetration of unmatched scale.

Whilst customers collect value seamlessly across multiple brands, Single.id now makes rewarding customers risk free for retailers. It does this by functioning as a universal identifier across various reward programs for individuals and their payment cards.

“Attributing the source of an offer claimant is very hard in the payment linked rewards space. One payment generates only one transaction so it should only generate one reward, but this isn’t always the case. A lack of clear attribution for payment-linked rewards results in retailers paying out multiple times on each transaction, depleting their ROI and creating a strong resistance to participating in multiple Reward Programmes. Enigmatic Smile solves this very real concern for retailers with the Single.id service.

It provides a comprehensive, collaborative, End User identity, something no other competing reward system has achieved!” said Bish Smeir, CEO, Enigmatic Smile.

Single.id’s consolidated End User identity, drawn from multiple sources, offers immense long-term value to reward programs, retailers and consumers alike. Any reward programme can “plug in” instantly and access offers from all connected brands.

“We are delighted to collaborate with our new partner Sarvatra Technologies. Through this collaboration, we aim to enhance and simplify the loyalty experience for retailers, enabling them to participate in multiple reward programmes by eliminating double dipping risk,” added Chandra Bhushan, Country Head, Enigmatic Smile.

Brand ambassador MS Dhoni graced the event where Sarvatra Technologies launched their new app in association with Enigmatic Smile. Speaking on the occasion, Mandar Agashe, Founder & MD of Sarvatra Technologies said, “Since inception, the focus of Sarvatra Technologies has been to extend the benefits of new age payment services to the underbanked semi-urban and rural population of India. I am excited that our tie-up with Single.id will allow our client banks operating in semi-urban and rural India across 27 States and 3 Union Territories to reward their customers. Our client banks using our UPI switch and Rupay Debit Cards platform benefit by enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty via Sarvatra Rewards. And, in turn, the bank customers stand to double their benefits, as they will earn rewards from not just their UPI PSP app, but from their banks as well, every time they use their UPI or RuPay Debit Card to shop. It is a win-win for all the participants in the Sarvatra Rewards program and marks a step forward in India’s digital growth journey.”

Single.id consolidates reward balances across multiple reward programmes with a single sign-in. Single.id links all participating reward programmes and consolidates a customer’s identity, permissions, consents and balances.

Gandhinagar: What would you do to boost the morale of your team when your project hits a wall? How will you make a decision when faced with two conflicting situations? How can you lead your organisation to the next level with innovation and limited resources? These are a few of the dilemmas faced by professionals in leadership positions.

A new book penned by Prof Rajeev Sharma, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) at the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN), answers these and more questions to groom and guide engineering leaders. The book, titled “Leadership Transition for Engineers”, was unveiled by Prof Rajat Moona, Director, IITGN, along with the author of the book Prof Rajeev Sharma, and Prof Vikrant Jain, HoD, HSS-IITGN, on February 9, 2024.

Prof Rajeev Sharma dons multiple hats and transitioned from a seasoned banker to a management consultant, coach, mentor, academician, and author. His case study on the Turnaround of Canara Bank, where he superannuated as the Chief General Manager, was also published in the Harvard Business Review (HBR). In the last ten years, he has built Leadership Development Programmes for the top management and senior managers of public & private sector banks, foreign banks, corporates and Fortune 500 enterprises, and women leaders.

This is his third book, and it attempts to guide engineering leaders on how to navigate and accelerate comfortably through career transitions based on his own leadership experiences and studies. It provides the insights, tools, strategies and advice engineers need to succeed and keep moving in their career journey through a series of chapters like Seeing the Big Picture, Mastering Relationships, Communicating Effectively, Getting Things Done, Using Assets Wisely, Taking Organisation to the Next Level, and so on. It will be a differentiating resource for aspiring engineering students, mid-career engineering leaders, and CEOs of startups and unicorns, helping them to make a positive impact in their field.

Speaking about his motivation to write the book, Prof Rajeev Sharma said, “Even though there are a lot of books on leadership, I realised that there are virtually no books to guide engineering students on their leadership journey. Hence, I decided to write this book while teaching a course on Strategic Leadership at IITGN, which will also serve as a guidebook for grooming future leaders.” The book is available for sale at Amazon and Flipkart.

The event ended with a Q&A session between students and Prof Rajeev Sharma. The book is available on Amazon and Flipkart. 

CRC Group, one of NCR’s leading real estate developers, is back with the 8th edition of the Noida Grand Marathon (NGM). Commenced on February 10th, this year’s edition promises to be bigger, better, and more inclusive than ever before, with a lineup of events designed to celebrate fitness and promote community engagement.

The event, which kicked off with Ride (Cycling) on February 10th, will be followed by the Run & Walk on February 11th. Participants from all walks of life are invited to join the festivities, whether seasoned athletes or enthusiastic beginners looking to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Being organized by Piku Sports, the Edition promises to be a memorable experience for participants and spectators alike, with exciting activities planned for people of all ages, from thrilling races to fun-filled activities.

NGM is an initiative that is not only aimed at serving as a platform for fostering a healthier lifestyle but also aligns with our collective responsibility to campaign for ‘Road Safety Awareness’. February is Road Safety Month, so we encourage road users to adopt responsible behavior and create a safer environment for everyone through this event.

“We are thrilled to organize the Noida Grand Marathon as we believe in the transformative power of fitness, and events like these provide the perfect platform to inspire and motivate individuals to lead healthier lives. With a focus on fostering a culture of health consciousness, we aim to inspire individuals to prioritize their physical and mental well-being. We look forward to a successful event that brings the community together to celebrate fitness, camaraderie, and well-being,” says Salil Kumar, Director (Marketing & Sales), CRC Group.

Hyderabad, 12th February 2024: The first edition of Realty+ Conclave & Excellence Awards 2024 in Hyderabad on February 9 at Novotel Convention Centre, Hyderabad concludes on a high note.

The stalwarts of Hyderabad real estate graced the first edition of Realty+ Conclave & Excellence Awards 2024 making it a grand success. The event saw the presence of leaders of Hyderabad real estate and eminent professional from across the country joining in the knowledge-sharing conclave followed by a grand evening of award presentations.

The trendsetting event was Presented By – Sattva Group, held In Association with CREDAI Hyderabad and was Powered By – Upwisery

The partners of the event were Co-Partner – Colliers, Technology Partner – Propacity and Digital Partner Realatte Ventures LLP. The Event Associates were – MYK Laticrete, Issara Projects and PR Partner Konnection IMAG.

Setting the tone of the event, Dr. Annurag Batra, Chairman BW BusinessWorld Media Group and Founder exchange4media Group in his inaugural address shared his positive sentiments about the real estate sector and Hyderanad as the hub of real estate growth. He said, “Hyderabad in the last decade has come up as a prominent real estate market of the country and is growing at a fast pace. Across the segments of realty, the growth is visible and the maturity of the realty sector is making the city an attractive destination for the investors.”

Striking Discussions

The conclave of the day kick started with the first panel discussion on budget “Decoding Budget 2024: Hits & Misses For Real Estate”. The panel was moderated by Sesha Sai, Managing Director – Central Management, Hyderabad, Savills India and speakers were, Amit Jain, Partner, Price Waterhouse & Co LLP, C Shekar Reddy, Chairman, CII Telangana, Past National President, CREDAI, Mahabir Prasad Agrawall, Chairman, Koncept Ambience, Nanda Kishore, Managing Director, Ramky Estates, V. Rajasekhar Reddy, President, CREDAI Hyderabad. The discussed the wish list of the real estate sector and the government policies that can aid the sector’s growth across India and I Hyderabad specifically.

In the second panel Next Big Idea: Disruptive Real Estate Tech Interventions, was chaired by Abhishek Prasad, Lead, IDEA Labs, JLL and the speakers were, Sudhanshu Kejriwal, MD, Keydemand, Imran Shaikh, Co-founder, Propacity, Manjusha Pingalli, Portfolio Growth, Brigade REAP, Uttam Reddy Managing Director, PropChk, Rahul Goyal, Co-Founder Realatte. The speakers shared their on best use cases and how they are making a difference in the real estate landscape through tech interventions.

The third panel on Commercial Realty: Occupier Demands & Market Dynamics was moderated by Kishore Veeraghattam, Sr. Executive Director, Office Services, Hyderabad, Colliers and speakers present were Abhijit Banerjee, Co-founder & Partner, Upwisery, Anuj Munot, CEO and Founder, UrbanWrk, SP Reddy, Founder & CMD, Terminus Group, Venkat Neelakantan, Global Head of Real Estate and Sustainability – Office Transformation at Capgemini, Vinitha Kannambroth, Regional Head, South – IFM Operations. The panel discussed the present landscape of hybrid working, the challenges faced by the segm,ent and the future roadmap for the commercial realty of Hyderabad.

The conclave concluded with the discussion on Out of Box Financing Strategies: Real Estate Investment Trends that was led by Anuj Kapoor, Partner & Founder, Upwisery and speakers included, Abdul Kader Suriya, Chief Investment Officer, SBICAP Ventures Limited, Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder and CEO, ASBL, Anand Lakhotia, Managing Director & Co-Head, Motilal Oswal Real Estate, Jitendra Singh, Head – Construction Finance, Hero Fincorp, Parvesh Sharma, Country Head India, Tishman Speyer Private Limited. The discussion highlighted the investment trends, the funding need of the real estate and recommended the changes in banking regulatory environment.

Shining Achievers

The dazzling evening of the First edition of Realty+ Excellence Awards 2024 Hyderabad showcased the exemplary work done in real estate of Hyderabad region. The winners selected by a distinguished Jury panel walked the red carpet to receive their awards from the Jury members. The felicitations were presented to the best in the industry from various categories for their exemplary performance and their contributions towards the sector

Bengaluru:12th February 2024: Board of directors of Capri Global Capital Ltd (CGCL), a diversified Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) with a presence across diverse segments like MSME, Affordable Housing, Construction Finance segments among others has approved stock split and 1:1 bonus issue. The company board also approved the issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures through Public issue/private placement for an amount up to Rs. 500 crore in tranches.

The Board of Directors at its meeting held on January 27 has approved a sub-division of one equity share of the face value of Rs. 2 each fully paid up into two equity shares of the face value of Re. 1 each fully paid up. The company board also approved 1:1 bonus issue i.e one new fully paid-up bonus equity share of face value of Re.1 each for every one fully paid-up equity share of face value of Re.1. Company has fixed the record date as Tuesday, March 5, 2024, for the stock split and bonus, subject to the approval of shareholders at the ensuing Extra-ordinary General Meeting of the Company scheduled to be held on Thursday, February 22, 2024.

For the Q3FY24 company has reported net profit of Rs. 68 crore, rise of 81.7% Y-o-Y from the net profit of Rs. 37.4 crore reported in Q3FY23. Asset under management of the company rise 54.4% to Rs. 13,362.1 crore as on Q3FY24, rise of 54.4% Y-o-Y from Rs. 8,654.5 crore in Q3FY23. Company has inducted Mr. L V Prabhakar, Mr. Shishir Priyadarshi, and Ms. Nupur Mukherjee as additional independent directors on its Board of Directors subject to shareholder approval.

Capri Global is a diversified Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) with a presence across diverse and high growth segments like MSME, Affordable Housing, Construction Finance segments, and Car Loan distribution. Company also forayed into Gold Loans in Aug 22. Company is promoted by first generation entrepreneur, Mr. Rajesh Sharma and listed on BSE and NSE. With 917 branches in 14 states & UTs across North and West India and over 10,150 employees, company has reported AUM of Rs. 124 billion in Q2FY24. Promoter Group holds 69.89% stake in the company as on 31st Dec 2023. Going forward company is targeting AUM of Rs. 300 billion and earning target of mid-teen ROE over medium term with a strong focus on the business segments including Gold Loan, Affordable Housing and MSME loans.

On 16th January 2024, company received a composite Corporate Agency license from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in December 2023 to distribute life, general, and health insurance products.

Company has also emerged as the Most Consistent Wealth Creator in the 28th Annual Wealth Creation Study Report (2018-2023) released by Motilal Oswal. It has outperformed the BSE Sensex in all the last 5 years, and has the highest price CAGR of 50%. It is also among the fastest wealth creators in the period. During the period of 2018-2023, company has reported robust CAGR of 26% in Net Profit and 33% in Sales. With the excellent consistent growth in the financials, share price of the company went up by 7.6 times during 2018-2023.

In the insurance business foray, company is planning to leverage technology to revolutionize the way insurance products and services are delivered to customers. The Company is planning to use data analytics, artificial intelligence, and blockchain to deliver insurance solutions. This will enable CGCL to automate claims processing and customer support services, thereby reducing the cost of operations while improving customer satisfaction. Hence, the key goal of the Insurtech platform will be to create an ecosystem of insurers who can offer coverage in a more affordable, customer-friendly way. This in turn will assist the Company to immensely contribute to the ‘Insuring India by 2047’ mission of IRDAI.

The Company’s basic motto is to offer a customer-centric approach to insurance. CGCL will provide a wide range of insurance products and services through website, app, and call centers. Moreover, the platform will adopt a customer-friendly payment policy too that will allow customers to pay in several ways, including through digital wallets, credit cards, net banking, and debit cards.

With this tech-centric focus, CGCL aims to leverage its robust active client base of 270K to cross-sell insurance products. In H1 FY CGCL disbursed total loans amounting to Rs. 62 Bn and added 107K live clients. Further, the Company has on behalf of the partner Banks originated Car Loan of Rs. 44 Bn i.e. 39K new clients. The rapidly increasing client relationships offer CGCL a captive base to improve insurance penetration and help CGCL strengthen its fee incomeand deliver better returns to its stakeholders. The Company expects to generate a net fee income of Rs. 200 Mn from insurance cross-sell in FY 25.