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22nd May 2023 New Delhi: EBC Learning by EBC Group, one of India’s most reputed legal publishing houses, announced the online revision course for cracking the AOR (Advocate on Record) Exam from June 1st–5th, 2023.

The Supreme Court’s AOR or Advocate-on-Record examination is one of the toughest exams. A committee of three Supreme Court judges appointed by the Chief Justice of India holds the AOR exam.

After the successful completion of the seven batches of EBC Learning’s Live Online Course for the Advocate-on-Record exam, EBC Learning is proud to present its upcoming batch of the much-awaited revision course on How to Crack the AOR Exam. The course comprises 5 online live classes covering all four papers by Dr. Charu Mathur, AOR, Supreme Court of India, 32 pre-recorded videos from their rich video library, delivered by Mr. Namit Saxena (2nd Rank Holder in the AOR Exam 2019), access to 64 leading cases, and much more.

EBC Learning has had phenomenal success with the previous batches. More than 50% of the aspirants from the last batches (3, 4, 5, and revision batches of 2022) have cleared the AOR exam.

There are less than 3000 advocates on record in India. To practice before the highest court of the land, i.e., the Supreme Court of India, is a privilege and one that does not come easy. It is a process that requires rigorous effort, attention, and structured preparation. The revision course is designed to enable professionals to improve, retain, and enhance their knowledge and exam preparation skills.

“The EBC Group has worked to help law professionals drive their careers forward. We are excited to extend these opportunities online now with EBC Learning. The revision course on How to Crack the AOR Exam is especially a goldmine for Advocates aspiring to become an AOR. We have a curated course designed by our experts and industry veterans, building on 80 years of trusted innovation for legal information in India,” shared Mr. Raghunandan Malik, Director of EBC Learning.

EBC Learning is India’s one of the leading providers of online courses in law. EBC Learning endeavours to provide Law Students, Legal Councils, and Lawyers with a parallel education ecosystem, so as to ensure tier-1 Law School education is available with a practical, market-ready approach.

Bangalore,22nd May 2023: Uber’s India engineering team organized the second edition of its flagship data event, DataCon 2023, a full-day conference dedicated to data engineering, cutting-edge data platforms, and effective Data Management to make better business decisions.

The day long technology conference saw participation from members of academia including the likes of IIT Bombay, technology leaders and subject experts from Uber, and leading global technology companies such as Google, Meta along with innovative start-ups such as Browsee, who came together to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration on enhancing the quality and reliability of data at scale.

In today’s business landscape, large companies across various industries generate vast amounts of data, and Uber is no exception. DataCon 2023 exemplified Uber’s unwavering commitment to data innovation and its contribution to the growth of data engineering within the broader tech community. As an organization that prioritizes data, Uber recognizes the profound impact data has on key metrics, compliance adherence, feature performance, and issue identification. Through substantial investments in resilient infrastructure, comprehensive frameworks, advanced tools, and refined data models, Uber efficiently manages data and extracts valuable insights.

Speaking on the power of data to run the business, Manikandan Thangarathnam, Senior Director and Site-Lead for Uber Engineering, Bangalore, said, “As a mobile app and platform based service, data plays a crucial role in developing, managing and innovating Uber’s offerings. Continuous analysis of data is critical to optimize on our app performance and quality delivery of our service. Our engineers leverage data effectively to provide optimal experience for all users of our platform such as the Riders, Eaters, Drivers, and Delivery partners. For example, we utilize data to empower Drivers and Delivery partners to increase their earnings while ensuring Riders and Eaters receive accurate estimated time of arrival (ETA) calculations down to the last second.”

Vijay Mann, Director of Data Platforms at Uber, emphasized the significance of data by saying, “Data serves as a fundamental driver of our operations, fueling our pursuit of excellence. At Uber, we have built a resilient technological infrastructure that empowers us to harness the power of data in making impactful business decisions on a large scale. We consistently navigate challenges, from optimizing Kafka operations and storage to transitioning from Hive to Spark. DataCon ’23 presents a significant opportunity for us to engage with industry peers, exchange insights, and glean valuable learnings from their experiences.”

During DataCon 2023, a series of pivotal discussions and sessions took place, encompassing the following topics:

Unleashing Insights from Extensive Data Volumes using DataSketches: Uber showcased the power of DataSketches as a robust tool for real-time processing and analysis of large data volumes. By providing accurate approximations of data aggregates, DataSketchess optimize memory utilization and computational complexity.
Data Lineage for Spark Applications: This session delved into the criticality of data lineage in tracing the path of data flow within the system. Understanding data origins and destinations in Data Warehouse tables becomes possible through data lineage, facilitating comprehensive insights.

The Role of Data in Uber’s Monumental Redesign Initiatives: This session shed light on how data plays a pivotal role in validating system accuracy, resolving customer issues, overseeing deployments, and complying with regulatory obligations. It specifically addressed significant projects like Project One Earner, which involve large-scale fundamental re-architecture.

Data Processing and Compliance Regulatory Reporting for Supply and Geofence Levels: This two-part session explored the remodeling of Uber’s Supply hour and compliance regulatory reporting for geofence level data. Leveraging Supply hour data to achieve compliance objectives effectively was also emphasized.

Empowering the Notebook Experience at Uber: This session highlighted Uber’s Data Science Workbench (DSW) product, an all-encompassing platform for data science. The DSW offers an intuitive web application with fully configured and managed RStudio Server and Jupyter Notebooks, enabling seamless collaboration and efficient data analysis.

The external speakers at Uber DataCon2023 addressed some of the businesses challenges they are solving through data, highlighting the latest advancements in technology. A senior Staff Engineer at Google spoke about how the company is leveraging Cloud Data Fusion, a fully managed, cloud-native, enterprise data integration service for quickly building and managing data pipelines. Yet another senior engineer from Meta discussed the evolution of Scribe, Meta’s internal distributed buffered queuing system that is helping the organisation transports petabytes of data per hour and how it has undergone scale challenges and incremental rearchitecture to ensure its efficiency.

India,22nd May 2023:Wakefit.co, India’s largest D2C home and sleep solutions company, today announced that it has clocked in revenue of ~INR 825 crore in FY 2022-23 as per the provisional unaudited financials. The brand has put in focused efforts towards omnichannel expansion, scaling supply chain operations, and enhancing brand building initiatives. Having registered a 30% Y-o-Y growth in revenue compared to FY 2021-22, Wakefit.co continues its growth trajectory and moves towards becoming a one-stop-shop for everything home in India.

With an eye on profitability, Wakefit.co has set its sights on crossing the INR 1000 crore revenue mark in FY 2023-24. The company is pegging its next stage of growth on an ever-expanding portfolio and a wider geographic and demographic spread. Wakefit.co has serviced over 19,000 pin codes across the country, catering to over 2 million customers across seven years. The company aims to help Indians make the most of their homes by being a one stop home solutions partner during their different life stages over many years.

Sharing his views on the company’s growth, Chaitanya Ramalingegowda, Director and Co-founder, Wakefit.co, said, “We are delighted to have served customers across the nation with our home and sleep solutions offerings. The 30% Y-o-Y growth in revenue is a testament to the immense satisfaction people have found in our products and we look forward to serving them even better this year. We are continuously working towards bringing premium-quality products at affordable prices and will continue to move towards achieving our vision of becoming India’s most loved home and sleep solutions brand.”

Ankit Garg, CEO and Co-founder, Wakefit.co,added,”We forayed into the home solutions market in 2020 and, since then, have witnessed rapid growth in those categories. FY 2023 further solidifies our position in the home and sleep solutions industry. This growth has been possible due to the continued support our customers have shown us. This year, our focus will be on pursuing our goal to become a market leader in the home and sleep solutions category.”
Omnichannel and Omnipresent

In FY 2023, Wakefit.co launched 22 physical stores across 15 cities in the country, which has helped in penetrating deeper pockets and being available closer to customer hubs in both metro and tier-2 cities. The offline stores have played a key role in clocking INR 825 crores in revenue in FY 2023 with stores steadily contributing a higher percentage of monthly revenue. The omnichannel push will continue to be a strategic growth driver in the next 3 years, with plans to open close to 100 stores across the country.

Furniture for everyone
In 2022, Wakefit.co unveiled India’s largest furniture factory, with the capacity to furnish almost 1 lakh Indian homes every month. This significantly improves the company’s manufacturing capabilities and positions it to become India’s most loved home solutions brand. With a range of products such as sofa, wardrobes, dining sets, bedside tables, shoe racks, coffee tables, bed frames, soft furnishings etc. that are part of the furniture portfolio, the segment currently contributes to ~20-25% of Wakefit.co’s revenue.

In FY 2022, the company clocked in a revenue of INR 636 Cr. In the past year, Wakefit.co has significantly ramped up its furniture portfolio and has also emerged as the most searched brand in the home and sleep solutions category. The company also emerged as the highest reviewed home and sleep brand having recorded over 6,00,000 reviews across online platforms.

Amazon miniTV – Amazon’s free video streaming service is back with the new season of Yeh Meri Family. The series will give the viewers major bouts of nostalgia, as it takes them back to the winters of 90s. It is set to make you laugh and cry, bringing back all the memories from the past, right from gossiping to the neighbours, fighting with our siblings to watching our favourite cartoons in the afternoon.

The show perfectly captures the nostalgic essence and takes us back in time when people visited PCO booths to make calls to their loved ones rather than scrolling on phones. The characters and plot will undoubtedly resonate to everyone who is a true blue 90s person! So, if you’re seeking something to watch and give you the good feels, the new season of Yeh Meri Family ought to be on your watchlist.

Here is what makes this show special.

Nostalgia

Yeh Meri Family is set to bring you 90s ki winter ki kahaani, and the series captures all the beautiful movements from the past. If you are a 90s kid, you will find yourself transported back to your childhood as you watch the show. Winter always comes with lots of fun and the mid-term Semester where our mothers and teachers pester us to get good grades right from waking up early in the morning to study, wearing a woollen sweater to school, and having chyawanprash, this series is a trip back down memory lane.

Relatable Characters

The characters of Yeh Meri Family are very relatable, and you will find yourself connecting with them as they go through the ups and downs of life. You will be laughing and crying along with the characters. Rishi is an annoying younger sibling who is mischievous, playful, and stubborn. Ritika is the elder child – A teenager who is rebel at heart, but like every other teenager she has emotions. Neerja is a schoolteacher who is strict, shouts but like all the mommies she wants her kids to be the best and Sanjay Awasthi plays the father of the family who is a good husband, an obedient son, and a lenient father but also raises eyebrows when required.

Heartwarming Storyline

The show is full of heartwarming moments that will give you all the good vibes and fuzzy feeling! The relationships between the family members are beautifully portrayed, and you will feel attached to the character. The show revolves around everyday emotions in a 90’s house old love, friendship and growing up, and the joys of family life. Each episode is unique and has a relatable story that captures the essence of life in the 90s.

Cast

The cast of Yeh Meri Family is excellent, and they deliver an outstanding performance. Each character from the series is very engaging and relatable. Rajesh Kumar plays the lead character of Sanjay Awasthi, his natural acting style and his experiences of communicating through emotions make this series more engaging. Juhi Parmar, as the mother of the family, captures all the challenges of motherhood.

Unique and Fresh Series

Yeh Meri Family is a one-of-a-kind and refreshing show that stands out from the crowd. The relatable storyline that captures the essence of a typical Indian household, as they go about their daily routine, will definitely be like a breath of fresh air.

Don’t miss out on the heart-warming and nostalgic journey with a brand-new season of Yeh Meri Family – now available for FREE on Amazon miniTV, exclusively within your Amazon Shopping app. So why wait? Start streaming right away, grab some popcorn, and relax on the couch.

Mumbai,22nd May 2023 Tejas Rathod, Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer and Kunal Kothari, Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer of Mobavenue, shine bright on the illustrious Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30 list.

Mobavenue is a growth and tech platform that empowers brands, agencies, and media publishers with MarTech and AdTech solutions to drive growth, engagement, and monetisation. Cofounders Tejas Rathod and Kunal Kothari share a significant moment of their success as they mark their presence in the esteemed 30 Under 30 Forbes Asia List. With boundless enthusiasm and unyielding dedication, they have emerged victorious, etching their names among a select group of young visionaries recognised for their phenomenal achievements.

On entering this list, Tejas said, “Being recognised as an honouree in the 30 Under 30 Forbes Asia list is a remarkable achievement for us. This honour is the high point of consistent hard work, relentless nights and the unwavering support of my team, colleagues, and associates. I am excited to leverage this recognition to inspire and empower other aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue their passion.”

Kunal, who was equally excited, said, “I am grateful and honoured to join the esteemed Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 club. This recognition not only fuels my motivation to push boundaries and drive innovation, but it also highlights the incredible potential of young entrepreneurs to bring their purpose come to life. From being bootstrapped from a handful of people to having over 100+ talent in the organisation with a global presence is a dream come true.”

It has been a remarkable journey for Rathod and Kothari, who met while pursuing a computer diploma at Thakur College in the suburbs of Mumbai. A $100 cheque received from Google for freelancing blogging done together got them started on the next leg of their journey.

After college, the duo started a digital marketing company in 2014. Eventually, they launched Mobavenue in 2017 to solve the problem of showing ads based on contextual advertising and prioritizing a privacy-first approach.

Pune, 22nd May 2023: Intangles Lab Pvt. Ltd., one of India’s fastest-growing Digital Twin solutions providers, has announced the launch of its Ambient Cognitive AI Technology for Electric Vehicles (EVs). The suite of cutting-edge algorithms has been specifically developed to tackle range anxiety, one of the most significant obstacles in large-scale EV adoption for the commercial vehicle industry.

EVs have been found to deliver, on average, 12.5% below their advertised range, according to a study published by SAE International. The study also revealed that only 17% of the tested EVs exceeded their estimated range. As per SAE recommendations, EVs are allowed an adjustment factor of 0.7 or higher, which means that the real-world range can be up to 30% lower than the calculated range. Inconsistent State-of-Charge measurements and unreliable Distance To Empty (DTE) readings have long plagued EV fleets, leading to ad hoc charging sessions which cause unexpected disruptions and inefficiencies. Intangles’ platform provides a comprehensive solution by assimilating weather predictions, forecasts around motor performance and vehicle dynamics while also compensating for battery degradation over time.

“Our models are able to reach accuracies of 94-96% across varying driving conditions, thus supplementing range projections on vehicle HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces),” said Co-founder and Head of Analytics, Aman Singh. “Our technology will undoubtedly help accelerate EV adoption by addressing one of the biggest concerns among fleet operators – range anxiety.”

Accounting for varying driving conditions across diverse geographies and different time periods of the day, Intangles’ AI models perform multi-parametric forecasting across diverse variables, including motor torque, vehicle speed, ambient temperature guiding cell chemistry and sunset-sunrise trends which influence the use of HVAC and lighting. This approach enables consistently accurate range predictions across dynamic driving ecosystems. Fleets can now plan their routes and deploy charging infrastructure more effectively.

“The technology has been designed to cater to a variety of EV platforms, ranging from last-mile mobility three-wheelers to heavy commercial vehicles. Our platform has the potential to benefit various segments, including e-commerce, last-mile logistics, long-distance freight and passenger transport. Our focus is to provide a comprehensive and reliable solution that can optimize range estimation for EVs, reduce charging downtime, and improve overall energy efficiency for the consumer,” said Co-founder and CEO, Anup Patil.

With the launch of this innovative technology, Intangles is positioning itself as a leader in the development of physics-informed machine-learning solutions for EV performance monitoring. The platform provides meaningful insights into battery usage, motor health and energy-efficient driving behavior, enabling EV fleets to plan their routes and charging sessions more efficiently.

New Delhi, 22nd May 2023 MAXHUB, the world’s leading interactive and collaborative solution brand, is set to launch its new AI-enabled interactive flat panel solution in India at the AV ICN, Palm Expo, Mumbai, booth number C 01, Hall 2, from May 25th to May 27th, 2023. MAXHUB is debuting these EdTech products and solutions to establish new benchmarks in the Indian education and corporate sectors.

The audio-visual (AV) business has recently seen an increase in the adoption of technology for remote collaboration, distance learning, and hybrid working. As a result, there is a huge demand for interactive solutions from MAXHUB. With its flexible products and solutions, the CVTE Group—a world leader in manufacturing LCD/LED systems—offers its consumers a convenient, intelligent, cost-effective, and fruitful communication experience under the brand name MAXHUB. MAXHUB products are AI-enabled making communication seamless, easy and convenient- interactive displays, cameras, and unified communication bars.

Commenting on the same, Rohit AK, Head of Corporate Business said, “Our technologically (Superior)cutting-edge products make your meetings and hybrid work/learning experience significantly efficient, intuitive and productive; thus, we anticipate huge growth and demand in the SAARC and Indian regions. We are very excited to introduce yet another outstanding selection of products at the AV ICN Palm Expo. Our unique, all-in-one interactive and collaborative solutions are an amazing choice for many applications, such as conference rooms, Training rooms, classrooms, and boardrooms. We are excited to introduce these solutions which are rich in their adaptability and will set apart from other unified communication products, thereby offering our customers fantastic value and elevating their overall experience.

These products, which come in a range of sizes and pricing points, offer a wide selection of products which can be suitable for a wide range of collaboration and learning environments

Kolkata, May 19, 2023: HDFC Pension Management Company Ltd., the fastest growing legacy Pension Fund Manager under the National Pension System (NPS) has crossed the milestone of Rs. 50,000 cr. of Assets Under Management (AUM) on May 15th 2023. Since its launch in 2013, the Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd., has grown at a fast rate (see table below). The AUM size has grown 400% in a span of thirty three (33) months from a base AUM of Rs. 10,000 Cr. which was achieved in July 2020.

HDFC Pension is the fastest growing legacy Pension Fund Manager in India, under Retail and Corporate NPS segments with the highest number of subscribers (15,00,000+ as on 1st May 2023).

Speaking on this milestone, Sriram Iyer – Chief Executive Officer, HDFC Pension said, “This is a very proud moment for us. We are delighted to have crossed this milestone of Rs. 50,000 cr. AUM and this validates our strong presence. This achievement becomes even more significant as we complete ten (10) years of business this year. This milestone is a reflection of the trust placed in our organization by our esteemed subscribers. We would like to thank our subscribers, Corporate partners, Points of Presence (POPs) and distributors for the confidence and trust they have shown in us and their support that has enabled the Company to grow over the years.

Every working individual needs an avenue to secure their future after retirement. NPS as a financial product plays a critical role in the process of retirement planning. The superior returns, attractive tax benefits, and low charges make for a strong customer proposition. With our AUM crossing the threshold of Rs. 50,000 cr., the effective Fund Management Charges for our subscribers will reduce further, making the product more cost effective. I hope more and more Indians opt for this instrument, thereby securing their golden years.”

HDFC Pension has been awarded as the ‘Best Performing PFM’ by Money Today for 3 consecutive years from 2019 to 2022.

Shamir Tandon, a renowned composer known for his work in various Bollywood films, providing music for songs and background scores. Tandon has collaborated with several prominent artists like Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle, Manna Dey, Jagjit Singh and has contributed to the soundtracks of popular movies like Page 3, The Body, Bal Ganesha as well as the recent release Nawazuddin Siddiqui-Bhumi Pednekar starrer Afwaah. The artist recently shared his experiences collaborating with cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and playback singer Sonu Nigam as his song has been trending ever since the celebrated cricketer Sachin Tendulkar turned 50! Featuring the Master Blaster himself, along with playback singer Sonu Nigam, the viral song ‘Sachin’s Cricketwali Beat’ has been composed and co-written by ace music director Shamir Tandon.

Released in 2017, this unique jugalbandi between the Master Blaster and Sonu Nigam took the internet by storm, thanks to Tandon’s brilliant composition. In addition to this, the beats and the lyrics of the song are catchy and polished, making the song a perfect one to vibe. The music and animation inculcated in the video is just like the cherry on the cake.

Shamir Tandon and Varun Likhate, the lyricists behind the trending track have added cricketing jargon like “Straight-drive”, “Cover-drive”, “Off-drive” giving it a rhythmic and dance feel to the listeners and giving justice to the title ‘Cricketwali Beat pe’. The highlight of this catchy song is when Sachin mentions the name of all the cricketers who have contributed in the 6 World Cups.

“God has gifted Sachin not just on the ability of sports or being a great human being but also in the facets of art and culture. This track was most shared on whatsapp on his 50th birthday and the reason for the song’s virality was because of the co-operative nature of the whole team, including Sachin Tendulkar. Every note that Sachin sang was tuned so perfectly that we could categorically refer to Sachin’s new career as singing.” says Shamir Tandon.

The composer further went on to add, “The global Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was so well-prepared during the rehearsals that I did not get the chance to say something like ‘yeh line thik nhi lag raha fir se gayiye’ (this verse needs to be re-recorded as it’s not sounding right). Sachin really didn’t require a pitch corrector because he could sing at the appropriate pitch.”

Through this video conceived and curated by Shamir Tandon, Sachin Tendulkar and Sonu Nigam have conveyed their gratitude to the country’s greatest cricket stars as he mentions every prominent cricketer who Sachin had played the 6 World Cups with. The audience cheering “Sachin, Sachin” in the video is so surreal and just gives the audience the feels of a proper stadium.

Shamir Tandon was impressed with Tendulkar’s singing skills and preparation, which was evident during rehearsals. He stated that Tendulkar didn’t require a pitch corrector because he could sing in the right tone. “Despite being a shy person, he became quite comfortable as I kind of upped the masti (fun) quotient when we were filming the video. We did not require a pitch corrector on his voice because he was singing in the right sur (tone). It was fantastic, and I’m thrilled that the song is still popular now,” concludes Shamir Tandon. The song has been trending on social media as well as YouTube where it has raked in over 6.3 Million views and 115K likes to date.

New Delhi, 2023 – Gautier, a France-based home furniture designer, manufacturer, and retailer with stores worldwide, announced its re-entry into the Indian market for the third time. Gautier will be working with the world’s largest franchise consulting firm, Franchise India, to ensure that this entry is successful.

The company plans to set up stores over 3,000-5,000 square feet across metros and large cities, primarily in the South to begin with. While at present, it will import all furniture from France, there are plans to set up a manufacturing line as the Indian business scales up.

With a legacy of over 60 years, Gautier Furniture has established itself as a leader in the global furniture industry, synonymous with luxury, elegance, and functionality. The brand’s unique designs and exceptional craftsmanship have won the hearts of customers across the world, making it a sought-after brand in the furniture market.

Franchise India is playing a crucial role in helping Gautier to expand its presence in India. Franchise India is consulting and providing Gautier with market research, analysis, and guidance on the best strategies to enter and succeed in the Indian market. They are also helping Gautier identify potential franchise partners and establish franchise agreements with them.

Mr. Gaurav Marya, Founder, Franchise India said, “Gautier has been successful in the Gulf, with most buyers being of Indian origin, which has attracted them for a re-entry. Gautier is re-entering India. While initially it is exploring franchisee routes to set up a couple of stores with local partners, eventually it may take the equity route. The brand is still strong in India.The size of the furniture and home décor market in India is around $25-billion, of which around 14-15% is organised. India has become an attractive market for European companies, given their overseas expansion and business hit due to the Russia-Ukraine war and recession in most European nations.”

“I am very excited about Gautier’s entry into India. It is a significant milestone for our brand, and we are eager to share our unique French designs and quality furniture with the Indian market. We are confident that Franchise India’s expertise and support will help us establish a strong presence in India and provide customers with a world-class retail experience. Our aim is to create beautiful, functional, and sustainable furniture that resonates with Indian customers and enhances their living spaces.” – Richard Ravel,Managing Director, Caucasus chez Gautier France