12 May 2023   Aadyam Theatre presents “Careers in Theatre Training,” an inspiring forum featuring esteemed professionals Geetanjali Kulkarni, Sananda Mukhopadhyay, and Yuki Ellias. Join them on 28th May 2023, from 11 am to 1 pm at Veda Factory, Aram Nagar, for an illuminating session on life in theatre. Moderated by renowned actor-director-writer Irawati Karnik, this panel discussion promises to be a beneficial resource for anyone interested in understanding the profound impact of theatre and its potential for knowledge transmission. It will also shed light on the functioning of this dynamic field and provide invaluable insights into the world of theatre.

The demand for theatre training and the use of theatre in various fields has witnessed a remarkable surge in popularity over the past decade. Recognizing the immense value of arts- or theatre-based interventions, organizations are embracing these techniques for fostering a healthier and more engaged workforce. Schools are moving beyond traditional annual day-oriented theatre activities and integrating more comprehensive theatrical experiences into their curricula. Furthermore, artists and social workers are increasingly collaborating to utilize theatre as a powerful medium for self-expression and empowerment.

This theatre training workshop is a unique opportunity for both existing and aspiring theatre artists to gain worthwhile knowledge and inspiration from the respected faculty. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or embark on a rewarding career in theatre, this workshop will provide you with practical tips and experiences. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock the potential of theatre and broaden your horizons.

Limited spots are available, so secure your place today! For bookings and more information, visit Book My Show

New Delhi, 12 May 2023: Jeep India announces a month-long Summer Camp which will provide a range of benefits to existing customers wishing to avail discounts and offers on their purchases of services and spare parts. Jeep Summer Camp is introduced during the start of the summer vacation period when many Indians plan trips with their families and friends. This is the ideal time for those who want their vehicles to be in optimal condition for their summer journeys.

Below are the list of offers for the customers to choose from:

•  Book your service appointment at your nearest dealer and get a Complimentary 40-point vehicle health check.
•  Upto 50% off on select accessories
•  Flat 10% off on select parts
•  30% off on AC Disinfection Treatment
•  15% off on Car Care Treatments
•  Fiat special service promotion offer at INR 3750 for Petrol and INR 4099 for Diesel

Customers can explore and learn more about the offers and deals available through Summer Camp by visiting any of the nearest authorized Jeep dealerships located throughout India.

May 12, 2023 – TRL Software’s Road Asset Management Software iROADS™ has been updated to include a ground-breaking Open Developer Portal. This state-of-the-art platform enables third-party developers and consumers to access client data through standard Open APIs, driving innovation, creating new data products and services, and unlocking data from silos.

The Open Developer Portal allows users to access an extensive range of data sets and services related to road infrastructure and maintenance, enabling them to develop innovative solutions that further enhance the value of the iROADS Digital Road Asset Management System.

Subu Kamal, Head of Product Management said: “The Open Developer Portal is a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to open up the road asset management industry. By providing easy access to a wealth of data, we’re empowering developers and consumers to create innovative solutions that will have a lasting impact on the way organisations manage their road networks. This is truly a testament to our commitment to driving efficiency and sustainability in the road infrastructure sector through open data approaches. This is consistent with our open data approach in our other products like UTC, powered by SCOOT7®”

John Proust, Product Owner, added: “The launch of our Open Developer Portal is a game-changer for the industry; arguably a first. By breaking down data silos and fostering collaboration, we are unlocking the full potential of our platform and helping our clients make more informed, data-driven decisions. We’re excited to see the innovative applications and services that emerge from this initiative, as it will undoubtedly lead to better, more sustainable road infrastructure.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

Key Highlights:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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