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Mumbai, 7th March 2024: Scaler, a leading tech education start-up in India, has today announced the launch of a new upskilling program for IT professionals looking to specialise in DevOps and cloud computing. The curriculum has been carefully designed after research conducted with 100+ Senior DevOps leaders in the industry.

The curriculum covers topics essential to these roles, including Python, Data Structures and Algorithms, DevOps Tools, and AWS, and provides numerous real-world assignments to facilitate hands-on learning. Enrollment in the program requires no prior coding experience and is open to beginners with an interest in entering the industry as a DevOps engineer or a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE). The course will run for a duration of 12 months and will equip learners for positions across the following categories: DevOps Engineer, Cloud Engineer and Cloud Associate. The program also offers optional electives that will prepare learners for SRE, Infrastructure and Platform Engineering roles.

The role of DevOps in the tech landscape has only grown in significance in the years since its inception. In the last phase of 2023 alone, India saw a 60% surge in demand for DevOps roles, with 75% of companies in the industry hiring for these roles. A 70% increase in developer productivity was also witnessed in this time period. Noting these market trends, Scaler has designed the DevOps & Cloud Computing program to equip learners with the relevant skills that will help them become proficient and competitive in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Speaking on the launch of the new program, Abhimanyu Saxena, Co-founder – InterviewBit & Scaler, said, “A DevOps engineer serves as the vital bridge between software development and IT operations. The growing demand for DevOps and SRE is a testament to its necessity in modern technology environments, with companies willing to pay between INR 8 Lakhs and INR 15 Lakhs per annum and beyond to competent experts. We are pleased to offer this program, crafted in consultation with senior professionals, to help learners progress in their careers. At Scaler, it is our mission to empower learners and bridge the gap between industry demand and talent scarcity. We are confident that the introduction of our new DevOps and Cloud Computing program will do just that by training engineers to thrive and flourish in this critical and rapidly evolving field.”

Notably, the Scaler DevOps & Cloud Computing program stands out as the sole course that covers concepts for SRE job profiles while preparing learners for certifications up to the Architect level, significantly improving their employability. The program offers 1-on-1 mentorship as well as teacher assistance, providing personalised guidance and supporting learners through their academic journey. This is the only DevOps course that offers sandbox environment assignments where learners will be exposed to over 50 real-world case studies to hone their skills.

In 2023, Scaler joined forces with NSDC, aligning with the #SkillIndia mission to address India’s growing need for tech talent. They launched Scaler Topics, a unique and free, gamified learn-to-code platform offering high-quality tech content for anyone with a spark of interest in software development. Simultaneously, Scaler launched its ambitious undergraduate program, the Scaler School of Technology, which witnessed phenomenal acceptance, receiving over 54,000 applications for its inaugural batch. This success further fuels Scaler’s mission. Additionally, its established upskilling programs – Scaler Academy and Scaler DSML – continued to flourish, empowering over 30,000 working professionals in their pursuit of successful careers in software development, data science, and machine learning.

Chennai, March 7, 2024: Intending to reduce its blended customer acquisition cost (CAC), Coding Ninjas, a prominent player in the tech education sector, has assigned its digital mandate to Social Beat, a leading digital marketing agency known for its innovative strategies and outstanding results. As part of this mandate, which was won after a multi-agency pitch, Social Beat will implement a brand awareness campaign for Coding Ninjas.

Social Beat will design targeted brand campaigns to boost brand recognition as well as efficiently minimize the blended Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC).

Mr. Vikas Chawla, Co-Founder of Social Beat, said, “Our goal is to strengthen Coding Ninjas’ position in the industry via multi-channel media planning and execution. The company’s digital-first approach allows us to completely leverage our digital marketing prowess. Our team will meticulously strategize and execute media plans across various channels. This will include a daily reporting mechanism to ensure transparency and real-time insights into campaign performance. These collaborations will authentically endorse Coding Ninjas, further expanding its reach and credibility.”

Mr Kannu Mittal, Co-Founder of Coding Ninjas, said, “This is the first time we are doing a brand campaign with the objective of driving awareness and consideration for the brand among both college students and working professionals looking to upskill themselves in their tech careers. Almost 15 million engineering college students graduate every year and enter the workforce. Unfortunately, only a handful of them do so from top colleges that get easier access to coveted tech roles in top companies. The rest of them start the race from behind and have to toil harder to get access to the same privileged placement opportunities that Tier 1 college students and graduates take for granted. Our campaign celebrates those learners who, despite their circumstances, are not afraid to challenge the status quo, believe in themselves, and take ownership of making things happen. We as a brand help those aspirers get the tech careers they deserve faster with the right guidance at the right time. Our unique 3 Stage Learning Model is designed to help learners Learn, Excel & Stand Out through various upskilling offerings that enable them to build strong foundations and leapfrog their peers. Everything we do at Coding Ninjas is centred around how best we can add value to our students.”

Bangalore, 7th March 2024: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced the signing of a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, for conducting joint research on Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. The association will also propel further innovation through the establishment of the “NPCI–IISc Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Deep Tech Research & Development”.

The partnership will focus on scalable blockchain platforms and multi-modal analytics over fintech data. Faculty members from five departments at IISc will work with NPCI researchers on practical challenges related to these areas.

IISc is one of the oldest and premier institutes for pioneering advanced technological research in science, engineering, design and management in India. NPCI’s collaboration with the reputed institute is aimed at solving complex technological and engineering problem statements in the areas of scalability, privacy preserving designs, neural networks, Graph AI, Large Language Models (LLM), etc.

Speaking on the path-defining association, Vishal Kanvaty, Chief Technology Officer, NPCI, “At NPCI, we continuously explore new possibilities to augment the consumer experience by leveraging emerging technologies. This latest development marks an important step towards achieving that goal, and we take immense pride in collaborating with IISc. As our nation progresses towards digital sustainability, we recognize the significant potential for research in deep technologies such as blockchain and AI to further enhance the payment landscape, and we are grateful to have the bright minds assist us in this ambitious endeavour.”

Prof Navakanta Bhat, Dean, Division of Interdisciplinary Sciences, IISc, said, “We are delighted to partner with NPCI in the emerging areas of deep tech and fintech analytics. This partnership will not only foster cutting-edge research and the development of models and software prototypes, but also nurture professional development through workshops and training programmes. We look forward to the exciting outcomes that will emerge from this new Centre of Excellence.”

“The joint research envisioned between NPCI researchers and IISc faculty members working on distributed systems, cryptography and machine learning provides a unique opportunity for translational research that can enhance the scalability and effectiveness of the billion-scale platforms managed by NPCI,” said Prof Yogesh Simmhan, Associate Professor at the Department of Computational and Data Sciences, IISc.

Mumbai, Wednesday, 7th March 2024: EKA Mobility, a leading player in the electric mobility sector with Mitsui Co., Ltd. (Japan) & VDL Groep (Netherlands) as equity partners, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Nobuyoshi Umezawa as Chief Strategy Officer.

Mr. Umezawa brings extensive experience and knowledge in international business, project management, and investment portfolio management. Mr. Umezawa began his professional career in 1996 with Mitsui & Co. Ltd, where he played a key role in a variety of infrastructure and mobility projects throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Russia, and elsewhere. His primary areas of competence are project management of turnkey EPC contracts, investment in PPP/PFI projects, and project financing.

Throughout his career, Mr. Umezawa has served on the boards of several prominent organizations, including passenger railway operators in the United Kingdom, commercial vehicle leasing companies in Latin America, industrial machinery distributors in the United States, and logistics and finance entities in India, among others.

Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder & Chairman, EKA Mobility, said, “We welcome Mr. Umezawa to the EKA Mobility family. With his wealth of experience, strategic insight, and having undertaken various overseas assignments, Mr. Umezawa has garnered invaluable insights and a global perspective that will undoubtedly contribute to the strategic growth and development of EKA Mobility.”

Mr. Umezawa Nobuyoshi, EKA Mobility’s Chief Strategy Officer, stated, “I am honored to join the dynamic team at EKA Mobility.” I am looking forward to using my knowledge to drive strategic initiatives that will advance the company’s development both in India and overseas markets. “

Manipal, March 7, 2024 – The Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), under the aegis of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), has announced a strategic collaboration with Altair, Bangalore, through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This partnership aims to set a new benchmark in engineering education and research, with a focus on the burgeoning field of mechatronic systems. Altair, a global leader in simulation, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence (AI), joins hands with MIT to fuse industry-leading technological prowess with academic excellence. The collaboration is designed to enrich the learning and research environment for students and faculty by providing them with access to state-of-the-art software solutions and training programs from Altair. This initiative will enable practical exposure to mechatronics design, analysis, and optimization processes.

The formalization of this partnership was commemorated with a signing ceremony attended by esteemed representatives from both organizations. Dignitaries included Dr. P. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, MAHE, Manipal; Dr. Harish S. Kumar, Director-Corporate Relations, MAHE; Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, Director, MIT; Dr. Somashekar Bhat, Joint Director, MIT; Dr. D. V. Kamath, Head of the Mechatronics Department; and Mr. Sushil Mane, Senior Technical Director at Altair; Mr. Ranjith Kumar H S, Sr. Sales Manager, Altair, among others.

Coinciding with the partnership, a new Postgraduate Laboratory in the Department of Mechatronics at MIT was inaugurated by Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, marking the beginning of this promising alliance. The inauguration was accompanied by a traditional Sharada Pooja, signifying the auspicious start of the collaboration.

A key component of this partnership is the training program on “Design of High-Performance Mechatronic Systems using Altair’s Simulation and Artificial Intelligence Platform,” scheduled from March 4th to 8th, 2024. This program, inaugurated at the M V Seminar Hall in MIT Manipal, seeks to upgrade knowledge in the design and development of mechatronics systems, touching upon critical areas such as AI-assisted simulation, IIOT, and digital twins. Mr. Sushil Mane, representing Altair as the chief guest, alongside Mr. Ranjith Kumar H. S. and Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, highlighted the significance of this collaboration in preparing students for the future challenges of engineering.

Both MIT and Altair have expressed great enthusiasm for their joint venture, emphasizing its potential to significantly narrow the gap between academic knowledge and industry practice. This collaboration is not just a step towards enhancing the quality of engineering education but also a milestone in ensuring that students and faculty are equipped to drive innovation and tackle complex challenges in the field of mechatronics.

Pune…March, 2024… Kekarav, Pune’s most esteemed gated villa community at Bavdhan City-front by TRU Realty, is proud to announce its groundbreaking collaboration with Flute Maestro Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia for an inspiring campaign that celebrates the harmony of nature and lifestyle. TRU Realty leverages both sector expertise and cutting-edge technology to unite visionaries, creators, and clients, empowering every participant in the real estate ecosystem.

The campaign, titled “Discovering Life’s Harmony with Nature,” embodies the essence of enrichment and rhythm, two pivotal elements that define Kekarav’s unique living experience. With a focus on reimagining elevated living, the campaign aims to resonate with individuals seeking a harmonious blend of luxury and nature.

“Life matching the energy with nature” is the core message of the campaign, encapsulating the melody of nature that transforms life into a melodious symphony. Through captivating visuals and evocative storytelling, the campaign invites individuals to embrace the rhythm of nature and discover the enriching lifestyle offered by Kekarav. Spanning an expansive 45 acres, Kekarav promises to be a sprawling haven amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. Divided into 4 distinct sectors/phases, this visionary project offers a total of 300 exclusive units, ranging from 2000 sqft to 7000 sqft in plot size.

“We believe in creating spaces that resonate with the rhythm of nature, elevating the living experience to new heights,” said Sujay Kalele, Founder, TRU Realty said. “Our collaboration with Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia signifies our commitment to fostering a lifestyle that harmonizes with the natural world.”

The campaign will unfold through a series of multimedia initiatives, including films that capture the serene beauty of Kekarav’s amenity spaces. The precursor film sets the tone for the campaign, offering a candid glimpse into the enchanting world of Kekarav, where Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia’s mesmerizing flute tunes intertwine with the symphony of nature.

In subsequent films, viewers will be treated to immersive experiences in Kekarav’s amphitheater and pet park, where the rhythm of life finds expression through music, dance, and playful interactions.

With a staggering 166 units already sold out, the demand for this harmonious lifestyle enclave is palpable, setting a new standard for luxurious living intertwined with nature’s melody. As the campaign “Finding the Rhythm of Life with Nature” takes flight, it is evident that Kekarav not only captures the imagination but also fulfills the desires of those seeking a sanctuary where modernity meets tranquility.

BENGALURU, India – March 7, 2024 – CrowdStrike announced it has agreed to acquire Flow Security, the industry’s first and only cloud data runtime security solution. With this acquisition, CrowdStrike is setting the standard for modern cloud security with comprehensive real-time data protection spanning endpoint and cloud environments, delivering the only cloud data protection platform that secures data in all states, both at rest and in motion.

An organization’s most critical information remains the primary target of the adversary. As businesses use more data than ever, the growing reliance on cloud has led to the distribution of data across cloud- based services, third-party APIs and GenAI applications. Adversaries are increasingly becoming adept at exploiting the gaps created by stitched together platforms and cloud point-products to target and steal sensitive data. Stopping breaches requires a unified security platform that natively protects data at rest and in motion as it flows through the cloud, on-prem and within applications. With the acquisition of Flow Security and by bringing data security posture management (DSPM) to the CrowdStrike Falcon® XDR platform, CrowdStrike is setting a new standard for modern cloud security with data security innovations that discover, classify, and protect data in all states from the risk of exposure, wherever it moves or resides.

“CrowdStrike was born in the cloud and pioneered cloud-native cybersecurity. We have been consistently recognized as the strategic leader in cloud security by delivering the outcomes customers need most from a single, unified platform,” said George Kurtz, co-founder and CEO of CrowdStrike. “With the acquisition of Flow Security, we’re expanding our cloud leadership by protecting data in all states as it flows through the cloud, and are redefining the future of data protection by securing data from code, to application, to device and cloud.”

“Since our founding, Flow Security has focused on removing the complexity of securing the massive amounts of critical data businesses manage daily. We saw that the market lacked a solution that provided comprehensive protection of the flow of data as it traversed SaaS applications, on-prem, cloud infrastructure, third-party APIs, etc., and that this lack of visibility and control presented a critical risk to the enterprise,” said Jonathan Roizin, CEO of Flow Security. “We look forward to working with the cloud security leader, CrowdStrike, to bring to market the most extensive cloud data protection solution.”

With the acquisition of Flow Security, the CrowdStrike Falcon platform is poised to become the industry’s most comprehensive data security platform. Following the closing of the acquisition, CrowdStrike plans to fully deliver native Flow Security DSPM capabilities in Falcon Cloud Security as part of the Falcon XDR platform, enabling customers to consolidate cloud point solutions and protect the entire cloud estate. Through this, CrowdStrike will provide visibility into critical cloud data flows, insight into how data interacts with applications, and the ability to detect when sensitive data is at risk or unintentionally leaving an environment.

Transaction Details
The purchase price will be paid predominantly in cash, with a portion delivered in the form of equity subject to vesting conditions. The proposed acquisition is expected to close during CrowdStrike’s fiscal first quarter, subject to customary closing conditions.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding the benefits of the acquisition to CrowdStrike and its customers, CrowdStrike’s plans to integrate Flow Security’s technology and operations, and the closing of the acquisition. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, as actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those contemplated as a result of risks and uncertainties. There are a number of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from statements made in this press release, including the satisfaction of conditions to closing the acquisition, CrowdStrike’s ability to integrate Flow Security’s technology and operations, and other risks described in the filings CrowdStrike makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time, including CrowdStrike’s most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, most recently filed Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and subsequent filings. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to CrowdStrike as of the date hereof, and CrowdStrike does not assume any obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.

BENGALURU, India – March 7, 2024: Samsung, India’s largest electronics brand, is set to launch two new Galaxy A series smartphones on March 11. The two new smartphones will add to Samsung’s immensely popular Galaxy A series, helping Samsung democratize innovations. The smartphones will come with flagship features, premium design and powerful processors, ensuring a premium experience for the users.

Iconic Design and Durability

The two Galaxy A series smartphones will feature flagship-inspired design, built with premium materials. Both the smartphones will come with IP67 rating for spill resistance and will be protected by a stronger Gorilla Glass compared to last year’s Gorilla Glass 5.

Advanced Nightography

Both the new Galaxy A series smartphones will feature an advanced camera for nightography, which will help consumers shoot sharper images and videos even in extreme low light conditions.

Powerful Processor

The new Galaxy A series smartphones will be equipped with powerful processors and large vapour cooling chambers, ensuring a smooth and seamless usage experience.

Future Safe

The two new Galaxy A series smartphones will ensure top-notch security with Samsung’s defense-grade security platform Knox, which will protect users personal data in real-time. The smartphones will also offer four OS updates and five years of security updates, ensuring that the devices remain up-to-date for a long time.

Hyderabad, March 07, 2023 – In a landmark convergence of innovation and impact, SIDBI announced support to 12 grassroot level organisations from across the country aimed at catalysing positive change in society and communities through a Challenge Fund and investment through Social Stock Exchange (SSE).

The event was graced by Shri Subhas Chandra Lal Das, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of MSME, GoI; Ms. Christina Scott, CMG, Deputy High Commissioner to India, British High Commission alongwith Shri Sivasubramanian Ramann, Chairman and Managing Director, SIDBI; Shri Prakash Kumar, Deputy Managing Director, SIDBI; Smt. Vineeta Sahay, Director, IIM Bodhgaya and Prof. B. S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu.

Out of a large number of entries received from across the country, SIDBI announced grant support under its Swavalamban Challenge Fund Series – III to 10 agencies selected through rigorous evaluation process by independent jury, recognizing their innovative promising ideas revolving around the themes of ‘Innovations in Livelihoods & Financial Inclusion’, ‘Enterprise Solutions for Building Rural Economy’, ‘Special Category Entrepreneurship Promotion’, ‘Strengthening Market Connect for Artisans’ & ‘Sustainable Initiatives for Enterprise Creation & Social Cause’.

SIDBI Swavalamban Challenge Fund is a competitive mechanism to crowd-source innovative and outcome driven solutions to developmental challenges with an aim to provide financial support to eligible entities and act as a catalyst for change. Through this intervention, SIDBI affirms its commitment to nurturing visionary ideas that have the potential to transform lives and communities.

Further, recognizing the transformative power of finance for social work, SIDBI proudly announces its investment in 2 organizations viz., TRIF & Mukti via the emerging Social Stock Exchange (SSE). CMD, SIDBI digitally transferred the investment to the Escrow accounts of these entities in exchange of Zero Coupon Zero Principal Bonds. SIDBI aims to channelize capital towards enterprise and initiatives that prioritize social and environmental impact through the innovative mechanisms of SSE.

Additionally, SIDBI celebrates the launch of its report ‘SRF Projects Through Gender Lens 2020-2024’, a comprehensive review of SIDBI’s gender focused grass root level initiatives through its various programs of development and impact. This report highlights various models adopted by the bank to positively impact the lives of women particularly from unserved/underserved sections to bring a radical shift in their outlook and approach towards entrepreneurship and transforming them from Job seekers to Job creators.

Speaking at the event, Shri Subhas Chandra Lal Das, IAS, Honourable Secretary, Ministry of MSME, GoI emphasized the importance of MSMEs for the economic progress and the to address the challenges faced by them. He appreciated SIDBI for its interventions in the MSME space and its pivotal role in supporting the value chain of MSMEs through its cutting-edge innovations and last mile connectivity at grassroot level which is a force multiplier.

Speaking at the event, Shri Sivasubramanian Ramann, Chairman and Managing Director, SIDBI in his address, reiterated SIDBI’s commitment to supporting the innovative ideas and enterprises and mentioned that Swavalamban Challenge Fund is a step in that direction. He highlighted the issues of MSMEs viz., credit and market linkage and cost of that credit and huge strides SIDBI has taken to help MSMEs overcome these challenges and assured SIDBI’s support till the last mile through NGOs, MSMEs and Social impact organizations.

Ms. Christina Scott, CMG, Deputy High Commissioner to India, British High Commission emphasized the importance of entrepreneurship and start-ups in partnership with India. She stressed the need for collaborative efforts between the government and private sector to create an enabling environment for entrepreneurs to thrive. She re-iterated that gender, inclusion, and diversity are at the heart of the investments made for economic growth. She expressed her gratitude to SIDBI by supporting the development at the grassroot level which led to manifold growth.

Victorinox was immensely proud to welcome the India Deaf Cricket Association Team to the Gute Reise Store in Delhi, on the 26th Of February, to wish them luck before they proceeded to Sharjah for the World Cup.

A tour of the store included a stop at the history wall where all the players were fascinated to discover the 140-year-old legacy of Victorinox, a fourth-generation family run company.

Fun and camaraderie presided over high tea, hearty laughter, and huge smiles.

Debraj Sengupta, Chief Marketing Officer-Brand & Country Head – Watch, Victorinox India presented the IDCA Team with personalized Swiss Army Knives- to be prepared for any circumstance- and outfitted the players with suitcases for their journey.

Present on the occasion at the store along with the Cricket team were. Debraj Sengupta- Chief Marketing Officer-Brand & Country Head – Watch, Victorinox India, Priyanka Sippy-Vice President PR Communication, Victorinox India, Sumit Jain, President- IDCA, Reena Jain Malhotra, Patron- IDCA, Roma Balwani, CEO & Brand Custodian- IDCA, Vineet Malhotra, Vice Chairman- IDCA, Ajay Kumar, Secretary- IDCA and the players.

On the occasion, Mr Debraj Sengupta, Chief Marketing Officer-Brand & Country Head – Watch said, “Victorinox is very honoured to welcome the IDCA Team to the Gute Reise Store at Worldmark, Aerocity, New Delhi. We hope our products empower them on their journey and we wish them the absolute best for the World Cup!”

On the occasion, Roma Balwani, CEO & Brand Custodian, IDCA said, “IDCA India team is delighted to collaborate with Victorinox, India as our support partner for the IDCA India team participating in the DICC T 20 World Cup 2024, UAE in Sharjah. The teams are very thankful for the opportunity to visit to their store at Worldmark, Aerocity. It was a special occasion as the leadership team felicitated our national team with their signature Swiss knife engraved with their names & also gifted all players suitcases which they will all carry during their travel to Sharjah. She added, “We hope to have a long-term collaboration which will motivate our teams & help promote diversity & inclusion for disability sports, especially cricket.”