08th June 2023, SURAT, India: IVY Growth Associates, a venture capital firm and start-up accelerator, in partnership with SteamHouse India Limited announces the second edition of its annual Start-up Summit ‘21BY72’ in Surat city. The summit is set to witness the grand participation of 60+ Venture Capitalists and 500+ Angel Investors and over 200+ start-ups hailing from all over India and globally. The summit is scheduled for 16, 17, 18 June at Avadh Utopia, Surat. All in all 10,000 attendees from across the globe are expected at the summit which will facilitate opportunities worth roughly over 20 Crores and contribute to the national start-up ecosystem.

Surat ranks among one of the fastest-growing cities in the world and one of the wealthiest cities in India with Diamond and Textile Industries being the key contributor on a Global Landscape. Surat has witnessed over 600+ emerging angel investors participate in the Indian Start-up Ecosystem just in the past couple of years and has seen success stories from Surat-based Startups.

The summit works around the core objective to catalyze collaborations, providing a platform to entrepreneurs to exhibit and present their concepts, and open investment opportunities for investors from across the world. The summit has successfully served as the Launchpad for start-ups like Emotorad, Legalpay, Stylework, and Gorillalink (An Israeli Start-up).

The upcoming edition will see some key names from the ecosystem participating including Shark Aman Gupta (Co-Founder & CMO, Boat), Arjun Vaidya, CA Sarthak Ahuja and notable VC Firms like 100XVC, Blume Ventures, Artha Ventures and many more.

There will be knowledge-sharing sessions from over 80 Industry Veterans and 10+ Mega Influencers and live pitching sessions. It is expected to fuel funding to 20+ start-ups in the live pitching sessions.

IVY Growth Associates has already gained ground in the city of Surat, and various parts of India like Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, and The United Arab Emirates. It further aims at expanding its wings across Tier-2 and Tier-3 Cities like Indore, Nagpur, Pune, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. The summit will add another stud in the start-up accelerator’s portfolio and encourage budding minds from other cities and countries too as the brand moves ahead in its journey.

IVY Growth aims at facilitating start-up funding worth 50 Crores, across at least 30 start-ups by the end of the current fiscal, and take the same number up to 200 start-ups in the next five years.

“We have a very ambitious target of providing opportunities to at least 30 start-ups by the end of the ongoing fiscal. To achieve the same this summit will play a key role. The summit is expected to accelerate the entire process and help us reach our goal faster. At the same time, not that it brings investors and entrepreneurs under one roof, but also motivates others to come forward and participate. This is largely to encourage more ideas, and inspire more minds,” said Mr. Rachit Poddar, Co-founder, IVY Growth Associates.

IVY Growth Associates is not just working in India but has also grown the community globally. It has organized conferences in the UK, UAE, and few more with the vision of building global corridors by the rise of angel investors.

Mangalore; 8th June 2023: Pantaloons, India’s leading fashion brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., announces the grand opening of its store at Fiza by Nexus, Mangalore. Spanning an expansive 13,500 sq. ft., the store was inaugurated by noted Tulu and Kannada actor Mr. Arjun Kapikad. The store marks a milestone in Pantaloons’ ongoing commitment to delivering a new and exciting shopping experience to customers across the country.

The brand’s much-awaited summer collection on display covers a noteworthy set of the latest trends in men’s wear, women’s wear, and kids’ wear. Offering a wide range of options for the young and fashionable, Pantaloons also covers accessories, home décor, and lifestyle offerings. With a host of exciting brands catering to formal, casual, festive, and occasion wear, Pantaloons truly brings alive its proposition as a playground for fashion.

Pantaloons have firmly established its presence across 195+ cities in the country, emerging as a prominent fashion brand for over two decades. It caters to the varied apparel and non-apparel need of Indian consumers, creating a modern retail environment and making contemporary fashion accessible across the country.

The store is extending an exciting inaugural offer of an Rs. 500 gift voucher on every bill of Rs. 3000 or more, valid until 30th June 2023.

Store Address: Pantaloons, first floor, Fiza by Nexus, Mangalore

Italy, 8th June 2023: A brief pause in the 2023 season comes to an end as the MotoGP World Championship chases top speed around the 5.25km of the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello.

Three races in three weeks start with the Italian GP in Mugello, the Tuscan circuit a favourite among fans and riders alike. Round six of the 20-round World Championship will see the Repsol Honda Team pairing of Marc Marquez and Joan Mir continue to work on the evolution of the Honda RC213V.

Marc Marquez has been able to deliver consistent flashes of brilliance during his truncated start to the year with a pole and a podium in Portimao and a front row and fierce ride to challenge for the top three in Le Mans. The #93 has been the protagonist to many of the most memorable battles at the Italian GP and has taken three podiums in the premier class in Mugello, including a win in 2014.

For Joan Mir, the weekend will be another chance to improve his feeling on the Honda as he works to unlock the full potential of himself and the bike. The 25-year-old achieved his first premier-class podium at the Italian GP in 2021 when he was third. Growth and improved consistency remain the primary focus for the #36 as he prepares to get back on his Repsol Honda Team machine again.

After Mugello, the teams and riders will head straight for the German GP and then the Dutch TT ahead of the traditional mid-season Summer Break.

Marc Marquez

“Time to get back to work. We start in Mugello which is always a very demanding weekend, the track is very fast and flowing. I’ve had some great battles there in the past and pushing the top speed of a MotoGP bike down the straight is always enjoyable. We of course need to see what possible this weekend and see what we can do together with the team to get the maximum from the bike and keep trying to make steps forward.”

Joan Mir

“It seems a long time since we were last on the MotoGP bike, but I have been able to do some good riding and training during this time away. We have one more push before the mid-season break, so of course I want to achieve my maximum during this triple. A lot of time on the bike is something I am looking forward to as I think we can keep making progress forward and unlock what we have been missing. Mugello is the first of the three races in a row, I was on the podium there in 2021 and it’s a spectacular circuit to ride. Maximum effort, maximum focus and maximum determination.”

Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited, a pioneering power utility supplying electricity to a populace of over 7 million in North Delhi, won the ‘Safety Excellence Award’ for effectively implementing best practices in the field of occupational health and safety by the Greentech Foundation during the 21st Greentech Safety Award and Summit 2023. The ceremony took place on May 29–30, 2023, at Hotel Le Meridian, New Delhi.

Tata Power-DDL adheres to the highest safety standards and is committed to providing a safe working place and environment to its employees, and customers as part of its business philosophy and values. Tata Power-DDL has implemented several safety related innovative solutions such as best in class PPEs and tools, creating De-centralized Practice Yards, Virtual Reality training modules on safe working and online safety training modules for engineers and business associate employees. Recently, a dedicated YouTube channel is also launched with an intent to have a repository of videos to promote a safe working culture for all.

Tata Power-DDL received this recognition after a comprehensive screening process. The award was presented to Mr. Ashok Kumar Sharma, AGM, Corp. Safety, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited, by Hon’ble Sh. Deepak Mishra, Former Chief Justice of India, Sh. Suresh Prabhu, Former Railway Minister of India, and Sh. R. Sathiyasyndaram, IPS Add. Commissioner, Delhi Traffic Police, during a coveted award ceremony.

Speaking on the win, Mr. Subrata Das, Chief – Operations, Safety, Business Excellence (BE) & TQM at Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited said, “At Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd, safety is not just a priority; it is an integral part of our DNA. We have implemented robust safety protocols, stringent training programs, and cutting-edge technologies to ensure the highest level of safety standards in the power distribution industry. This award is a tribute to the dedication and hard work of our entire team who continuously strive to uphold the highest safety benchmarks. By fostering a safety culture, we not only protect the well-being of our employees, but also contribute to the overall sustainability of our operations. We will continue to innovate and raise the bar in safety practices, as we remain committed to delivering reliable and sustainable power solutions to our customers.”

The Greentech Foundation is based on the synergy between tradition and innovation. They believe in using technology to everyone’s advantage while adhering to the original pillars and values of the organization.

8th June 2023, New Delhi: KARAM Group, a global leader in safety solutions announces the grand inauguration of their latest and updated Mobile Demo Van (MDV). A significant milestone in the realm of safety awareness, the MDV was recently inaugurated at Noida International Airport, Jewar.

The event hosted esteemed guests including Mr. Jayendra Chaturvedi, Project Director, Tata Projects Limited, Mr. Tushar Bhattacharya, Safety Head, Tata Projects Limited, Mr. Sandeep Mandal, Safety Head, Tata Projects Limited and Mr. Srinavasan Reddy, Safety Head, Noida International Airport.

The unveiling of KARAM’s state-of-the-art Mobile Demo Van marks a revolutionary step forward in redefining occupational safety practices. The van is a marvel of engineering, meticulously designed to showcase KARAM’s comprehensive range of personal protective equipment (PPE) and fall protection solutions.

With this initiative, KARAM aims to bridge the gap between safety awareness and practical implementation, taking safety knowledge and products directly to doorsteps.

“We are delighted to present the Mobile Demo Van, a ground-breaking platform that redefines safety awareness on wheels,” shared Mr. Hemant Sapra, President of Global Sales & Marketing at KARAM Group. “This initiative reaffirms our unwavering commitment to safety and our mission to save lives globally. With the Mobile Demo Van, we bring safety education and innovation to the forefront, ensuring that individuals across industries have access to the latest advancements in personal protective equipment.”

The Mobile Demo Van signifies a new chapter in KARAM’s safety journey, combining cutting-edge technology with comprehensive safety solutions. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the breakthroughs in safety awareness, as they step inside the van and explore KARAM’s wide range of PPE.

One of the leading retail destinations of the city, Infiniti Mall is gearing up to host 2 days of pure entertainment and fun learning with FabLabShow creating an enthusiastic atmosphere for children to engage and learn through a series of engrossing science experiments and demonstrations.

The FabLabShow will feature a human host accompanied by the witty, clever robot host – CHYP, charming the audience with their humorous interactions and exciting demonstrations. Experiments on varied topics such as centrifugal, centripetal forces, gravity, rice friction, book friction, air pressure and much more will be performed. The show is set to deliver a fascinating experience, leaving the audience with a sense of curiosity and urge to learn.

Details

Date: 10th and 11th June, 2023 (Saturday and Sunday)

Time: 4:45 PM onwards

Venue: Infiniti Mall, Malad (W)

Mumbai, 8th June 2023 – Preetika Rao, renowned for her stellar performances in television shows like “Beintehaa” on Colors and “Love Ka Hai Intezaar” on Star Plus, recently had the honor of interviewing the esteemed spiritual youth icon of India, Jaya Kishori, on her YouTube channel. Jaya Kishori flew down to Mumbai specifically for this enlightening interview and was thrilled to meet Preetika, who is an ardent fan of her powerful spiritual discourses, including Satsang and Kathas.

During their interaction, the actress and the spiritual motivational speaker discovered a multitude of shared interests, such as their spiritual outlook toward life, their vegetarian lifestyle, and their traditional approach to relationships. Coincidentally, both Preetika and Jaya have also released a devotional song on Lord Rama to commemorate Ram Navami 2023.

“Preetika who put forth some hard-hitting questions to Jaya sent by fans touching upon sensitive issues faced by the youth today like peer-pressure-alcohol consumption, casual-dating, kids freely using foul language while playing with their friends, and toxic relationships,” shared Preetika, who had been itching to interview Jaya Kishori ever since the start of her YouTube channel during the lockdown phase.

The actress and the spiritual motivational speaker bonded over a number of shared interests, such as their spiritual outlook on life, vegetarian lifestyle, and traditional outlook on dating. Coincidentally, both also released a devotional song on Lord Rama in honor of Ram Navami in 2023. The Motivational Speaker made her first-ever Reel for Instagram in collaboration with the Actress as a huge exception and found great appreciation from her fans.

Preetika Rao, currently shooting for a Kannada movie in South India, launched her YouTube channel last June, coinciding with her elder sister Amrita Rao’s popular channel, ‘ Couple of Things,’ featuring her husband RJ Anmol.

Reflecting on her full-time content creation journey, Preetika expressed, “Its super fun and challenging at the same time because it is like running a mini-production house where you are a ‘one-man-army’ – scripting, directing, editing, packaging, and publishing your own content as episodes on your own platform. It’s a new-age boon for anyone passionate about content creation.” The Beintehaa actress further emphasized, “I see my channel as a significant part of my karma, and hence, I am very cautious about the ‘type of content’ I create and the kind of message I choose to convey to the world through my videos. I am well aware of its potential to influence young impressionable minds, and how I choose to influence them is my biggest responsibility.”

Preetika Rao’s YouTube channel has garnered a substantial following within a short period, owing to her insightful content and the positive impact she aims to make on her viewers.

Mumbai,8th June 2023 Lighthouse Learning (formerly known as EuroKids International), India’s leading Early Childhood and K-12 Education Group, and Wesleyan College in Georgia, US, today announced signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a three-year partnership to enable cross-border collaboration between the institutions. As part of this partnership, the two institutions, which have strongly aligned missions and visions in the field of education, will establish a framework for mutual learning as well as promote cooperation and exchange between administrators, faculty, staff and students, including constituting the ‘Lighthouse Learning Scholarship’ to nurture students.

The MoU was signed by Mr. Prajodh Rajan, Co-Founder and Group CEO, Lighthouse Learning and, Meaghan Blight, President, Wesleyan College. Wesleyan College, founded in 1836, was the first college in the world chartered to grant baccalaureate degrees to women. Since 1836 Wesleyan College has provided a world-class liberal arts education to women from the United States and all over the world. To this day, Wesleyan College makes it their mission to educate women from around the globe to accelerate equality for women. Through the partnership, Lighthouse Learning and Wesleyan College will work together with a shared goal of creating more equitable opportunities for learning thus improving their commitment to developing women as leaders for two societies and countries.

As part of the MoU, Wesleyan College will award two annual Lighthouse Learning Scholarships to two students from the Lighthouse Learning network of schools to study at Wesleyan College. Through in-person recruitment sessions and presentations, Wesleyan College will also provide students with assistance and support to enrol at the college. Besides the scholarships, the institutions will collaborate throughout the academic year to provide educator workshops, student sessions and panel discussions on topics such as diversity, equity and inclusion, STEM education, mindfulness in the classroom, liberal arts education, leadership development, career development, finding the best fit college, studying in the USA, among others.

Announcing about the partnership, Mr. Prajodh Rajan, Co-Founder and Group CEO, Lighthouse Learning, said, “We are extremely delighted to embark on this transformative partnership with Wesleyan College, a pioneering institution in women’s education. This collaboration represents our shared commitment to foster excellence in education and empower the next generation of women leaders. The Lighthouse Learning group has been playing an active role in shaping the educational landscape in India through our innovative pedagogy, use of technology, as well as the exemplary leadership displayed by the 1000+ women entrepreneurs we work with across the country. Through this partnership, we aim to nurture many such leaders by creating a dynamic exchange for mutual learning and fruitful cooperation among administrators, faculty, staff, and students of both institutions. Together, we are confident of forging a path of educational advancement, enabling every student to make an indelible impact on the future of our societies.”

Meaghan Blight, President, Wesleyan College, added, “We are glad to partner with Lighthouse Learning group, which is at the forefront of innovations in the field of education. Through this collaboration, educators and students of both the institutions will be able to exchange ideas while collectively aiming for academic excellence. The partnership will also play a pivotal role in ensuring that deserving students have access to top-quality educational opportunities at Wesleyan College. We look forward to the positive impact that this partnership will have on student’s academic success and their overall development as future leaders.”

Mumbai,8th June 2023: Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance (SUD Life), a joint venture between two of India’s leading public sector banks, Bank of India and Union Bank of India, and Dai-ichi Life Japan is hosting an Anti-Fraud & Audit Summit on 9th June 2023 in Mumbai to provide their practical insights and guidance to common public on managing and mitigating growing risks in the vulnerable business landscape, through detection, investigation & prevention of frauds, to achieve a corruption-free environment and enhance internal controls in the organization.

The panel members and experts in the areas of internal audit and anti-fraud would share best practices and provide insights on corrective measures that have been taken to reduce fraud and improve the effectiveness and coverage of internal audit. The chief guest at the summit is Mr. Satya Narayan Choudhury, I.P.S-Joint Commissioner of Police (L&O) Mumbai, who would also address the participants on the areas of fraud awareness.

SUD LIFE, is committed to create fraud awareness not only for its own customers but public at large who make digital /online payments and carry out variety of transactions with Banks, Life / General Insurance companies, etc. and need to be well informed and protected.

India, 8th June 2023: In the wake of the devastating triple-train crash near the Bahanaga Baazar station in Balasore district, Odisha, ICICI Lombard, stands in solidarity with the victims of this tragic incident.

As a leading private general insurance company, we at ICICI Lombard would like to extend our support and assistance to those impacted by the rail accident. Our dedicated team is working tirelessly to ease the claim settlement process and ensure timely financial relief to the policyholders and their families who have been affected by this unfortunate event.

To expedite the claims settlement process at the time of duress, ICICI Lombard has implemented measures to simplify the documentation required. We understand the need for timely and efficient handling of insurance claims, and hence, we will proactively check the passenger list, take feedback from railways, and settle the claim as soon as possible without asking for some of the corroborating documents that are normally collected in case of regular claim settlement.

Additionally, a special help desk has been set up to address queries related to claims and provide necessary assistance to claimants. Our team is available 24*7 to guide and facilitate a seamless claims settlement process during this difficult time.

To reach out to ICICI Lombard for support and guidance, please use the following channels:

· Toll-Free Contact Number: 18002666 (Hot flash activated on IVR)

· Email: customersupport@icicilombard.com

ICICI Lombard is fully committed to extending a helping hand to the victims and their families, providing them with the utmost care, compassion, and financial assistance they need to navigate this challenging period.