31st May 2023Agartala – At a parents and teachers meeting held by Noida International University on Sunday at the Press Club in Agartala, Akash Sharma, the director, disclosed that many students from Tripura are enrolled at Noida International University in a variety of programs, including nursing, medicine, and BBA, and that placements are offering a 20 percent scholarship to all female students as part of the beti bachao, beti padhao program. Every student who applies for admission to the Noida International University with 95% grades will receive a 20% scholarship, the director assured. The information is available on the university’s website for any interested students.

Mumbai, India 31st May 2023: Tabreed, the world’s leading global cooling utility player, today announced the signing of an agreement with TATA Realty, a leading Real Estate Developer, to implement its first Cooling as a Service (CaaS) project in India. It’s an alliance to develop a sustainable and efficient cooling infrastructure. This marks Tabreed’s first Cooling as a Service (CaaS) transaction in India entails an investment of approximately INR 100 Cr in TATA Realty’s Intellion Park in Gurugram over a period of time. Tabreed will acquire Intellion Park’s existing cooling infrastructure and undertake Greenfield expansion to increase cooling capacity.

Moving away from the regular market practice wherein real estate developers own and operate their cooling assets through facility management arrangements, through this first of its kind transaction, Tabreed will provide long-term, SLA-based cooling services to Intellion Park with well-defined parameters to improve energy efficiency, asset longevity, system reliability and reduce life cycle costs of cooling for tenants. It is expected that the transaction will result in Tabreed serving as a provider of cooling services for TATA Realty, offering District Cooling or CaaS concessions across its commercial properties.

Sanjay Dutt, MD & CEO of Tata Realty said, “Tata Realty has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable real estate development in India. With numerous achievements, including the country’s first net-zero certified commercial real estate campus, the company has set a high bar for the rest of the industry. In continuation of this trend, Tata Realty’s engaged with Tabreed to launch the first Cooling as a Service (CaaS) project. Our endeavour is to enable the delivery of superior value to occupants, while promoting higher standards of ESG and wellness in commercial and mixed-use real estate developments.”

Khaled Abdulla Al Qubaisi, Chairman of Tabreed, expressed his enthusiasm for the engagement stating: “As the world’s most populous country and one of the fastest growing economies, India will be a key strategic market and important partner for Tabreed as we expand our international presence. We expect to see large-scale adoption of district cooling in India as demand for real estate and cooling grows at a rapid pace. Tabreed is delighted to partner with TATA Realty to develop leading innovative district cooling services which will support sustainable urban development across India. This will unlock value for our stakeholders, while benefitting communities and reducing carbon emissions.”

The India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP) announced by the Ozone Cell of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change forecasted eight-fold increase in aggregated cooling demand for the country by 2037-38, with 45% of the country’s peak energy demand likely to be for cooling by 2050. In addition, ICAP identifies the immediate need for skill development of the country’s HVAC sector with at least 100,000 technicians to be trained in good servicing practices and the new alternative refrigerants as the cooling demand increases.

Sudheer Perla, Country Manager of Tabreed India, said, “Long-term, green financing delivered through innovative and bespoke business models such as CaaS will play a crucial role in scaling up the transition to a greener economy, especially for the built environment. Currently, developers are allocating huge sums of capital on HVAC systems for new buildings as well as highly-inefficient existing buildings to achieve their net zero goals, all whilst competing with and balancing other demands on their capex. Through demonstrating the value of CaaS at Intellion Park, we hope to pave the way for more rapid adoption of district cooling in India, easing the burden of upfront costs for developers to inspire more sustainable cooling solutions for the Indian real estate sector, which is set to witness fastest global increase in cooling-related energy demand in the coming decades.”

Introduction: In the vibrant state of Tamil Nadu, the cooperative sector has emerged as a powerful force driving economic growth and empowerment. Led by visionary entrepreneurs and dedicated individuals, cooperatives have played a significant role in transforming various industries and fostering inclusive development. In this article, we have the privilege of hearing from Dr Akshay Kamble, the esteemed founder of Adeace Private Limited, a renowned organization that has been at the forefront of promoting cooperative start-up businesses across the globe. Join us as Dr Akshay Kamble shares his insights into the remarkable journey of the cooperative sector in the state and highlights its impact on economic progress and community empowerment.

Here are some of the key facts about the Cooperative Sector in Tamil Nadu:

1.  Tamil Nadu has the highest number of registered Cooperative Societies in India, with over 1.60 lakh societies and more than 2 crore members.
2.  The Cooperative Sector in Tamil Nadu operates in various sectors, including agriculture, dairy, handloom, fisheries, housing, and consumer goods.
3.  The Tamil Nadu Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (TCMPF), popularly known as Aavin, is one of the most successful dairy cooperatives in the country, with a turnover of over Rs. 5,000 crores.
4.  The Tamil Nadu State Apex Cooperative Bank (TNSC Bank) is the largest in the country, with a network of over 4,000 branches.
5.  The Tamil Nadu Handloom Weavers’ Cooperative Society (Co-optex) is a leading producer and exporter of handloom products, with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets.
6.  The Tamil Nadu Cooperative Marketing Federation (TNFDC) is a major player in the consumer goods sector, with a focus on food products, textiles, and handicrafts.
7.  The Tamil Nadu Cooperative Union (TNCU) is responsible for the overall development of the Cooperative Sector in the state, with a focus on promoting self-reliance and sustainability.
8.  The Cooperative Sector in Tamil Nadu has played a crucial role in promoting financial inclusion, with many rural and urban poor benefiting from access to credit and other financial services.
9.  The Tamil Nadu government has been actively promoting the Cooperative Sector, with various schemes and initiatives to support the growth and development of Cooperative Societies in the state.
10.  The Cooperative Sector in Tamil Nadu has the potential to contribute significantly to the state’s economic growth and development, with a focus on promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.

In conclusion, the Cooperative Sector in Tamil Nadu has a rich history and plays a significant role in promoting economic growth and development in the state. With its diversified operations, a strong presence in various sectors, and focus on self-reliance and sustainability, the Cooperative Sector in Tamil Nadu has immense potential to contribute to the state’s economic growth and development.

New Delhi, 31st May 2023 Looking to elevate the style and comfort of your interior spaces? Look no further than the power of fans. While often overlooked, fans play a crucial role in not only keeping us cool but also adding a touch of sophistication and functionality to our homes. Whether you’re aiming for a modern, minimalist look or a classic, elegant ambiance, the right fan can transform your living space. Here’s a list of the fans that can bring a refreshing breeze of elegance to your interior.

Usha Striker Series

Usha Striker series of fans is a perfect blend of aesthetics and performance that are designed with you in mind.

With a strong 12-pole 100% copper motor the Usha Striker fan provides High air Delivery, high speed, and durability. Its aerodynamic profile and wider tip blades operate Silently to give you absolute comfort, and its Goodbye Dust feature makes it dust and scratch resistant. This series is not only powerful and stylish but also comes with a BEE star rating for energy savings.

Available in six distinct variants – Striker Galaxy, Striker Millennium, Super Striker, Striker Platinum, Striker Neo, Striker One – the series offers 20 colour options including Pearl White, Dark Brown, Smart Blue, Pearl Grey, Beige, Chocolate Grey, Grey Brown, Wooden with Golden trims, and Spanish Green. Usha Striker fans are priced at MRP 4100 onwards and come with 2 years warranty.

Hindware Smart Appliances Fumi Ceiling Fan

The Fumi Ceiling Fan by Hindware Smart Appliances is a modern, high-performing fan that combines a sturdy evergreen design with energy efficiency. The ceiling fan is equipped with an efficient BLDC motor that consumes a mere 34 watts of energy, resulting in 60% less power consumption than ordinary fans, and offers a long run time on the inverter that too with zero humming sound even at 360 RPM.

Its 1200mm aerodynamic blades ensure widespread air circulation in all corners of the room, keeping the surroundings fresh and comfortable even during the hottest days. The remote operation makes this ceiling fan even more convenient for usage, it enables to control the fan speed from 1 to 5 and lets you switch to the Turbo speed mode when needed. For added ease the fan also has a sleep timer set up ranging from 1, 2, 4,6 to 8 hours. Additionally, it features two different modes for fresh and constant air circulation such as the Breeze mode – designed to simulate the natural outdoor breeze by creating a variable airflow pattern and the Reverse mode which allows the fan to change the direction of its blades, from clockwise to counter-clockwise rotation or vice versa. Not only this, but the fan also comes with a 3-year warranty on manufacturing defects and free installation.

Hyderabad/New Delhi,31st May 2023: Home Credit India (HCIN), a local arm of the leading global consumer finance provider, recently concluded its Financial Literacy CSR initiative “Saksham”, educating nearly 30,000 marginalized women & girls as beneficiaries in collaboration with implementation partner, Indian Development Foundation (IDF), a private non-profit organization. Project Saksham was a 9-month financial literacy initiative carried out from July 2022 till March 2023.

The core objective behind Saksham financial literacy project is to impart basic financial education among marginalized women & girls to empower and enable them to make informed financial decisions. Saksham project covered nearly 30,000 women (including girl students, homemakers, maids, and daily wage earners) through 605 financial literacy workshops conducted primarily in north (Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi NCR), west (Maharashtra) and east (Bihar, West Bengal) regions of the country. As Project Saksham included 30% girl students over the age of 15 years, it got the leverage of falling under the Financial Literacy program under NEP implemented since 2020.

Speaking on the success of Saksham project, Ashish Tiwari, Chief Marketing Officer, Home Credit India, said, “In India and globally, financial literacy is far behind general literacy and amongst women it is at dismal levels. For Home Credit India, Financial Literacy is one of the key ESG pillars and we are working on it by promoting financial and digital literacy to drive a ‘responsible borrowing culture’ in the society. We are happy to have successfully completed the first phase of Saksham project in collaboration with the Indian Development Foundation and this is just the beginning to empower & enable marginalized females in our society to attain financial skills that will instill confidence and help them take their personal and household financial decisions.”

As a responsible consumer lender, Home Credit India believes basic financial knowledge & skills are essential for individuals to manage personal finance and make informed decisions. Saksham’s curriculum for financial literacy workshop covered topics such as budgeting, savings, credit worthiness, and investment planning.

Speaking on the project implementation, Dr. Narayan Iyer, CEO, IDF, said, “Financial literacy has become the need of the hour especially with the government’s focus upon the penetration of financial inclusion in the country. By targeting marginalized women, we have begun financial education from the bottom of the society, which will create a sound foundation in spreading its relevance to the wider society. Beneficiaries attending our literacy workshops have given a resounding response, with requests for more such regular trainings and to include males of the family for a bigger impact. IDF has been working on education & skill development for decades and with Home Credit’s persuasion of promoting financial literacy in the country, our synergies are in line to take this initiative much more ahead.”

According to the National Centre for Financial Education (NCFE), promoted by RBI and other financial regulators, India has a literacy rate of nearly 80% of its population, however, only 27% of its adult population is financially literate and for women, this number is around 21%.

As part of the financial literacy initiatives, Home Credit India has also engaged with over 3 million people through its in-house ‘Paise Ki Paathshala’ microsite, blogs and social media campaigns. Home Credit has always believed in the power of technology and digital innovation to foster financial inclusion and accessibility to all.

Bangalore31st May 2023 Godrej & Boyce, the flagship company of the Godrej Group announced that its business Godrej Interio, India’s leading furniture solutions brand, in-home and institutional segments, has accomplished the interior design and implementation for the metro stations located within the deepest metro corridor in Howrah, Kolkata. This achievement extends to both the residential and institutional sectors.

Godrej Interio partnered with the Kolkata Metro Authorities to undertake specific construction activities, including civil work, glass work, plumbing and raised access floors. This underground metro station showcases Godrej Interio’s engineering expertise and dedication to executing complex, technically challenging and pioneering infrastructure projects within the stipulated timeframe demonstrating the brand’s commitment to delivering high-quality results. Godrej Interio is committed to strengthening its market position by providing complete end-to-end solutions in the infrastructure sector.

Swapneel Nagarkar, Sr. Vice President & Business Head, Godrej Interio said, “The infrastructure sector is a significant driver of the Indian economy. Infrastructure development is essential for India to achieve its goal of having a $5 trillion economy by 2025[1]. In line with the Make in India mission, Godrej Interio has consistently played a leading role in nation-building. This metro station will be operational by the end of this year, and will provide fast and convenient transportation to nearly 7 lakh commuters. By collaborating closely with KMRCL and metro rail corporations, we aim to deliver an exceptional commuter experience, utilizing our expertise in turnkey solutions. Our efforts contribute to India’s vision of establishing a robust public transportation network throughout the country. At present, our Turnkey Projects business accounts for 22% of our B2B segment turnover, and we anticipate a 20% compound annual growth rate until FY25.”

Godrej Interio, for the FY ending 2023 clocked INR 2700 Cr revenue. Their turnkey infrastructure solutions business has successfully secured revenues of over INR 100 Cr during the same fiscal year. Godrej Interio’s projects line of business, of which turnkey infrastructure solutions is a part, has been working with the various metro rail corporations and government authorities for projects like the Kochi Metro, Mumbai Metro line 2A and so many more, have clocked a sizeable revenue of INR 335 Cr worth infrastructure projects in FY23.

With a proficient team of architects, interior designers, and project managers, Godrej Interio collaborates closely with various metro corporations to deliver a seamless experience with best-in-class execution. Their wide-ranging offerings encompass general contracting, design, and execution services, covering interior design, MEP, security and surveillance, as well as AV systems.

New Delhi, 31st May 2023: TECNO, the premium technology brand unveiled its highly anticipated CAMON 20 series, which establishes ‘Ultimage- the future of imaging technologies’ experience. The CAMON 20 series was officially unveiled in a captivating blend of technology and fashion at the exciting ‘CAMON Explorer Lounge’. This exclusive event took the form of a fashion experiential expo held at The Leela Ambience in Gurugram, creating a unique platform for over 100 influential content creators to witness the unveiling first-hand.

The globally revered CAMON 20 series is meant for Zillenials who are enthusiastic to experience disruptive camera capabilities. Additionally, the phone has unforgettable looks & design because of its leather finish and reflective dual-appearance back panel.

Aligned with its segment-first philosophy, CAMON 20 Premier 5G would bring spectacular portrait video and night photography experience with the industry’s first Combination of Sensor-Shift OIS Anti-Shaking Technology with 50MP RGBW Pro sensor and proprietary AI algorithms which will disrupt the mobile photography segment and set it apart from its competition.

Speaking on the advent of the CAMON 20 series in India, Arijeet Talapatra, CEO, TECNO Mobile India mentioned, “TECNO has changed gears and has started making strong inroads in the premium segment by bringing best-in-class technology in our smartphones for our users at much accessible price points. Through our CAMON portfolio, we continually strive to push the boundaries and revolutionize the photography experience. With the CAMON 20 series, we present a solution for those seeking exceptional night photography capabilities, delivering sharper and more detailed pictures in any lighting situation. This new camera-centric range of smartphones brings together innovative imaging technologies delivering advanced portrait and video capabilities that let users record those emotional motion moments in sharper detail, while its striking aesthetic design and powerful performance complete an all-around exceptional user experience.”

Key USPs of TECNO CAMON 20 series:

· Ground-breaking Innovation in Design and Display

1. Puzzle design- Inspired by the deconstructionist genre of postmodern architecture, TECNO fuses the aesthetic concepts of international fashion brands and pioneering designers and creates the unique CAMON PUZZLE design.

2. AMOLED Display- Enjoy a 6.67” FHD+ big AMOLED dot-in display with a 100% DCI-P3 wide color gamut for sharp colors on screen

3. Fingerprint sensor- Premium in-display fingerprint sensor that gives 99.8% recognition accuracy and 0.35 sec faster unlock

· Unlock Your Inner Photographer with unprecedented photography capabilities fusion

1. RGBW Pro- TECNO’s innovative RGBW Pro technology has enhanced the hardware by increasing the aperture size by 56% to make it 1/1.5 inch and increased pixel size from 0.8 µm to 1.0 µm so that 208% more light intake to be captured in low-light conditions. The 1G+6P lens increases the light intake when it reaches the main sensor by replacing one of the plastic lenses with a glass one. The night images captured has 33% less noise.

2. Portrait Master- TECNO’s premium series of smartphones provide a lifestyle-oriented approach to photography with the Portrait Master. Users can easily capture stunning portraits for a “one shot perfect photo” experience

3. Sensor shift- TECNO has incorporated SLR camera in-body image stabilization into the CAMON 20 Premier 5G. The devices with Sensor-Shift OIS Anti-Shaking Technology can compensate for shakes up to 5,000 times per second

· Uber powerful performance for unparalleled efficiency

1. Processor- Among the industry’s very first batch devices to be armed with MediaTek’s new Dimensity 8050 processor, CAMON 20 series brings the chip-makers signature power with an advanced 6nm octa-core architecture

2. Storage RAM/ROM- Enjoy snappier app response, smoother gameplay, and faster scrolling with large 16GB RAM. Its 8GB LPDDR4x RAM with up to 8GB Virtual RAM makes 16GB Large RAM for the smooth operation of any kind of robust task. Up to 512GB Ultra Large Internal Storage provides a seamless and fast data experience at every moment

3. Battery + Fast charging- CAMON 20 series features Li-Polymer 5000mAh Battery coupled with up to 45W flash Charger that lasts an entire day

·         Pricing & Availability

ALHUM INFOTECH, situated in central India (NAGPUR). ALHUM INFOTECH is a leading DSA business in Central India.

ALHUM INFOTECH is an algorithm-based technology platform that will combine data and technological innovation to enable access to various personal credit offers, comparison of different offers, and unbiased financial counseling.

ALHUM INFOTECH Group was set up in 2017 in NAGPUR by first-generation entrepreneur Ruhina Quazi.

The digital platform demonstrates ALHUM INFOTECH the company’s ambition to increase credit card sales to 50,000 by the end of 2024.

With the support of a strong tech backbone, we are set to transform our business efficiency and further strengthen the customer connect with our brand. We look forward to partnering with more and more financial services entrepreneurs to help them.

ALHUM INFOTECH offers credit cards, personal loans, business loans, housing loans, loans against property, overdrafts, savings accounts, Demat accounts, and insurance, among other things.

Mumbai,30th May 2023 Labdhi Lifestyle, a first-generation and premium real estate developer focussed on MMR has recently announced the launch of their Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). To ensure end-to-end equity management solutions, the company has signed up with Carta. Formulation of the ESOP strategy is core to the company’s ethos of creating value across all key stakeholders. Labdhi Lifestyle has a tech start-up-like culture that provides employees an open environment that is conducive to taking on the responsibility to have a lasting impact and an opportunity to create value for employees across the spectrum.

The ESOP program will be highly beneficial to Labdhi Lifestyle’s employees. It will give them an opportunity to partake in the Company’s growth plan while providing them with a sense of ownership, engagement, and inclusivity, the rollout of the ESOP program will be completed in the next two quarters.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vikas Jain, CEO, Labdhi Lifestyle said, “The ESOP program is a major milestone in our journey to ensure employee motivation, retention, and loyalty. We value our employees and believe that this initiative will allow them to become further invested in the company’s culture, growth, and success.”

“We are excited to welcome this new era of employee ownership and celebrate each employee’s stake in our success! “ Mr Jain added.

The company believes that this move will add to its positive work culture. Additionally, the program will increase their financial inclusivity, giving them an equal opportunity to benefit from the company’s growth and success.

Labdhi Lifestyle has partnered up with Carta, a renowned provider of Equity Management Solutions, to provide its employees with a comprehensive ESOP experience. Carta provides industry-leading services for ESOP Advisory, Valuation, and Governance and boasts an impressive client roster comprising of iconic companies such as Zomato, Pine Labs, and Ola.

This collaboration will ensure Labdhi Lifestyle’s ESOP program is managed to the highest standards.

Recently, Labdhi Lifestyle acquired a mixed-use project at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) with a development potential of over 2,00,000 sq ft.

India’s homegrown Paytm Payments Bank Limited (PPBL), announced that it now enables convenient payments for car parking at the underground parking at Noida — Sector 16 using FASTag. The Bank has partnered with Noida Development Authority and authorized MG Infra Solutions, to facilitate digital payments for parking at the prominent underground Film City parking site.

In association with MG infra solutions, the Bank will also soon enable FASTag payments at the Sector 18 multi-level car parking along with Sector 38A multi-level car parking in Noida while also providing its transit wallet card solution for providing ease of parking payments throughout the city.

With this partnership, people can pay the parking fees digitally, without worrying about the cash payment. Paytm FASTag works on radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology, allowing users to drive through the FASTag lanes without making them stop and tender cash to pay at parkings, saving both fuel and time. Paytm Payments Bank is the largest issuer of FASTags and one of the largest acquirers of toll and parking plazas in India.

Paytm FASTag has gained popularity for its instant activation and superior customer care support. Another benefit is that users do not require a separate prepaid account or login credentials as all Paytm FASTags are linked seamlessly to the popular Paytm Wallet. We have already gone live at other prominent parking lots such as Pune Airport, AIIMS, Patna Airport, DLF City Centre, Star Mall, South Point Mall, Pacific Malls, among others.

Surinder Chawla, MD & CEO, Paytm Payments Bank said, “We continue to drive innovation in digital payments by enabling users to conveniently pay their parking charges along with various other existing use cases. For the crowded and popular spots in Noida, we are happy to bring FASTag-based parking which will improve the consumer convenience while providing seamless travel in and out of these parking sites.”

SP Bhati, GM incharge, Noida Authority said, “With the help of Paytm Payments Bank and our authorized MG Infra Solutions, multi level vehicle parking in Noida sector 16, 18 and 38 will become smart parking. Vehicles entering the MLCP’s in Noida would be able to pay digitally via FASTag with near free flow movement in and out of the parking lot. Moreover, easy payment facility will also be used at the two wheeler parking at all Noida parkings with the help of Paytm NCMC card. This would contribute to the overall digitisation of Noida.”

Praveen Gupta, CEO of MG Infra said, “In an initiative of enabling all our parkings with FASTag, till date, we have converted our Noida Sector 16A film city underground parking into FASTag-based smart parking along with Paytm Payments Bank. Furthermore, we will be introducing the same at Sector 38A and 18 parking as well. We are also planning to launch Paytm NCMC card based parking at all these sectors along with pre-booking for parking slots providing ease at entry/exit.”