Archive: September 1, 2020

Business World

Compaq enters into smart televisions; launches its flagship Hex QLED series starting at INR 59,999

Sep 1, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #Anand Dubey, #CEO – Compaq Television Business, #Compaq, #Compaq Televisions, #Dan Croft, #Head of Trademark and Licensing at HP, #QLED 4K series
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India, September 01, 2020: The US-based brand, once the market leader globally and in India in personal computing, on Tuesday announced the launch of its Smart Televisions in India through a licensing association with Ossify Industries.

The brand has made its first impression by launching the highly anticipated flagship QLED 4K series called Hex, available in two large sizes: 55-inch and 65-inch versions, which at very affordable price points offer cutting-edge display and innovative sound technologies for the life-like visual and audio experience.

Commenting on the launch, Anand Dubey, CEO – Compaq Television Business said, “With this launch, we have taken the first of many steps towards establishing that Compaq as a brand that presents great options to customers in all segments and sizes of smart televisions.

We are striving very hard to continuously deliver top value to Indian consumers with Compaq’s brand promise of reliability and innovation as the soul of each product.

These smart televisions epitomize the core strength of the brand, delivering holistic and top-quality entertainment and learning interface. Our goal ultimately is to ensure customer happiness with every aspect of the Compaq Experience.

We endeavour to ensure that Compaq Television consumers not only enjoy great products with the most innovative and ergonomic technology that delivers perceivable and intelligent benefits; but also, best in class customer service which delivers utmost ease of use and peace of mind. With Hex, we deliver that and more.

Compaq Hex is a fantastic device with great technology and amazing features, but what sets it apart are two things. One, we have used excellent components that ensure quality at every level. Second, the Hex is the most attractive Television and is set to take the center stage in your personal entertainment space.

Products in smaller sizes, from 32 inches to 55 inches, will be available in the next few weeks, these will also have features such as ESE and Mimi at their core.

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All Compaq Televisions are made in India and will be available on Flipkart from 1st September”

Commenting on the launch, Dan Croft, Head of Trademark and Licensing at HP, said“ The Ossify team has distinguished themselves through their deep understanding of the market and ability to develop and deliver innovative products. These new Smart TVs exemplify the features and quality consumers expect.”

Display

The Compaq Hex sports a diamond-cut all-metal body with a bezel-less screen and comes equipped with some of the most advanced technologies at affordable price points. This includes Wide Color Gamut Plus that delivers 1.07 billion colour spectrum for a richer and vibrant display; 4K UHD for stunning details in 3840 x 2160 pixels with HDR10 for sharp and truly immersive viewing experience.

It also features the Experience Stabilization Engine (ESE) that uses an advanced algorithm to optimize display attributes such as colour, contrast, depth, and dimensional variations during frame transitions and as per the user environment and ambient lighting. This enables viewers to watch action-packed content without even the slightest blurring.

Sound

The TVs are packed with Dolby Audio for immersive 5.1 surround sound, DTS TruSurround for rich and zero-compressed audio, and Pure Sound technology for powerful yet comfortable sound output across the room.

But what makes Compaq TV’s sound superior to other brands is Mimi Hearing Technology that optimizes the frequency and the intensity of attributes of sound to user’s profile so you get a safe, crystal clear and highly refined sound from Compaq Televisions.

With this, Compaq becomes the first and the only TV brand to offer this technology for a safe and personalized hearing experience.

Processor and Connectivity

Powered by 2.5 GB RAM and 16 GB ROM and a Quadcore processor with Mali Graphics Processor, Compaq’s has a world-class engine for lag-free and fast performance.

For connectivity, Compaq TVs have both 2.4G and 5G Wi-Fi capability, Bluetooth and a total of 4 HDMI ports and 3 USB ports out of which one is a superior USB 3.0 port making the Compaq Hex best in class.

Compaq Televisions are also Certified Android, which along with access to Google play store and the plethora of apps it has in its collection, delivers a safe and smart experience.

Early this year, the brand has also acquired a manufacturing facility in Kundli, Haryana, which is slated to start operations by the end of 2022. The plant will help Compaq fulfil the projected domestic and international demand for the brand and scale up the TV business, starting with India.

Education

Industry Experts addressed Orientation Program at Amity Gurugram

Sep 1, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #Amity University Gurugram, #Honourable Chancellor of AUH Dr Aseem Chauhan, #Orientation Program, #Vice Chancellor Maj Gen BS Suhag

Keeping its tradition of blending modernity with the antiquity of India’s spiritual civilization, Amity University Gurugram began its weeklong Orientation program today with the Vedic Hawan invoking the powers of divinity and blessings of God Almighty. The first-day orientation was participated by around 1500 students and parents and was graced by the Honourable Chancellor of AUH Dr Aseem Chauhan. The experts from the industry addressed the freshers on Future of Work and Career opportunities and inspired them to be future-ready to work in the technology-intensive work environment of the digital age. The experts also shared the current technology challenges and skillsets akin to the new and emerging technologies such as IoT, Bigdata Analytics, AI and Robotics.

Addressing the inspired minds of the freshers, the Vice-Chancellor Prof PB Sharma in his opening address on “Professionals of the Digital Age- Innovate, Excel and make Mother India Proud” invited the budding professionals to empower themselves with the capabilities of the new age as also to nurture themselves as responsible citizens of the global society. Professor Sharma also shared the glimpses of major Research and Innovations happenings in AUH and invited the freshers to take the best advantage of the research-intensive academic environment that the AUH offers. Prof Sharma called upon the freshers “To pay a much greater attention to the health of the environment and tackle the formidable issues such as climate change, water and energy security and create a sense of pride in being Indians, yet never forget that we in India stand for the welfare of entire humanity, harmony, peace and happiness all around”.

The six-day orientation program is devoted to familiarizing the new students with the teaching-learning environment that the university offers, its academic rigor, research opportunities and community outreach programs specially designed to sensitize the students with the needs of the society and community around.

Addressing the freshers Honourable Chancellor of AUH Dr Aseem Chauhan said “The class of 2020-21 is very special as you are entering into your higher studies in the middle of the COVID Pandemic crisis. You have a great opportunity to build and create the world of your dreams. At Amity, your exciting journey that begins today shall inspire and empower you to perceive the world with a different perspective and shape you as outstanding professionals and make you better human beings by instilling in you the values and sanskaras that are part of the core philosophy of Amity that is being nurtured under the visionary leadership of our Founder President Dr Ashok K Chauhan. You are part of the bright future of our great nation. From today you are a part of Amity family, I want you to behave differently and act highly responsively. I congratulate you for the choice you made to join Amity University Gurugram”.

The Dy Vice Chancellor Maj Gen BS Suhag, Pro VC Dr Padmakali Banerjee also addressed the freshers. The heads of the institutions of AUH also in their pre-recorded messages welcomed the freshers on the auspicious occasion of the beginning of the academic session. A unique feature of the inaugural session was the screening of the video clippings of Amity Eminent Webinars addressed by Nobel Laureates of Peace His Holiness Dalai Lama, Nobel Laureate Shri Kailash Satyarthi and Nobel Laureate Prof Muhhamad Yunus and also Padma Vibhushan eminent Scientist Dr RA Mashelkar, former Director General CSIR and eminent Corporate Leader Padma Bhushan Dr Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Chairperson Biocon Ltd. The program was coordinated by Director Admissions and Dy Director Amity Business School Dr Vikas Madhukar and was assisted by Dr Monika Yadav and Dr Pooja Rana.

Expressing her great delight at the online orientation program, Neha, 1st-year student said, “Starting from the virtual tour to the talks delivered by the guests, I love every part of the orientation program. I am looking ahead to know more about my university in coming days of orientation ceremony.”
In the afternoon session the Amity Institute of Behavioral Science conducted Psychometric Profiling of the freshers and the Dean Student Welfare Maj General GS Bal introduced the freshers to the Student Clubs and Student Societies at AUH and invited the freshers to take full advantage of the cultural activities conducted throughout the year.

Business World

Fenesta expands its Retail Presence in Rewa

Sep 1, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #Business Head, #Fenesta, #Mr. Saket Jain, #Windows and Doors Brand

Rewa, August 2020:Fenesta – India’s largest windows and Doors Brand and the market leader in this segment – reinforced its retail expansion via the opening of another new showroom. Located atBodha Road, MIG 20, Ward No.7, Rewa – 486001, the exclusive showroom offers best-in-class uPVC Windows and Doors.

On the launch of the new showroom, Mr. Saket Jain, Business Head, Fenesta said, “We are extremely proud of our brand legacy and strive to serve customers to the best of our ability. The showroom is an essential channel for us since it reinforces the customer’s belief on product quality, outstanding service and brand expertise. To be able to do so, Fenesta amplifies the showroom count frequently along with product innovations.

Our diverse portfolio of numerous designs and styles of doors and windows gives our patrons an enormous variety to choose from. Fenesta’s strategy encompasses a strong presence across the country while catering to all customer needs”.

With this launch, Fenesta marks another milestone to ensure an interactive and informative buying experience for our existing and potential customers. Fenesta Showrooms have been successfully contributing to a significant customer reach and positioning as a market leader. With the rapid growth in uPVC Windows & Doors industry in India, the brand endeavours to further increase its market share and maintain its leadership position in future.

He further added that “It has been a great journey so far & we are ready for accelerated growth in the coming years. The combination of an aggressive marketing strategy, variety of products and rapid retail expansion, including Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, will help us reach our goal. The Marketing strategy is fashioned such that it creates engagement, education and an experiential purchase for the customer. On this note, we would like to thank all our partners and our customers for their support and contribution to our successful business.”

The Fenesta showroom at Bodha Roadshowcases a range of products from windows, doors and various design and colour possibilities. With this launch, Fenesta now has a presence in more than 327 locations. Fenesta is the only company in India to control the entire supply chain, beginning from the uPVC manufacture that goes into making the profile to the installation of the end product, as well as after-sales service. The products are specially designed in the UK and Austria to provide consumers with a well-engineered, contemporary style.

These products undergo stringent tests and quality checks at every stage to ensure proper performance in India’s varied and extreme climates. Fenesta products are immensely popular amongst leading builders, architects and interior designers across the country for its noise insulating, rain insulating, dust-proof features without any compromise on aesthetics.

News

Lockated Designs a State-of-the-Art Mobile App “RHB Sajag”for the Housing Board of Rajasthan

Sep 1, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #honourable Chief Minister of Rajasthan, #RHB Sajag, #Shri Ashok Gehloton, #Shri Pawan Arora, #Shri Shanti Kumar Dhariwal (Minister of Urban Development & Housing Department), #the Housing Commissioner of Rajasthan

Under the administration of Shri Ashok Gehlot (the Chief Minister of Rajasthan),Shri Shanti Kumar Dhariwal (Minister of Urban Development & Housing Department), and the executive leadership of Shri Pawan Arora (Housing Commissioner of Rajasthan), Lockated designed and launched the first-of-its-kind mobile app “RHB Sajag” for the Housing Board of Rajasthan. Designed with the objective to digitalize and bring in transparency in the projects that are being executed and overviewed by the Housing Board of Rajasthan, this revolutionary app provides real-time updates regarding the progress of scores of projects being executed across Rajasthan. The projects being executed by the Board can now be monitored in real-time, facilitating transparency in the housing development sector.

This app was launched by the honourable Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Ashok Gehloton 22nd August 2020. This is the first initiative of its kind undertaken at both Central and State Government levels, with the Rajasthan Government being the first to take its Housing Board Digital under the preview of Shri Pawan Arora, the Housing Commissioner of Rajasthan.

The app offers the following robust solutions:

· QC Monitoring

· Physical Progress Monitoring (Time Overrun & Project Completion)

· Cost Overrun Monitoring (Reporting project budget v/s actual spend)

· Real Time Information (Attach project images)

· Inspection Visit Report

· Construction Standards & SOP – BIS

· Alerts/Red Flags Reporting

o If the project’s actual date is greater than the stipulated date

o If the project’s expenses cross the defined budget for that project

o If the monthly report has not been submitted within the defined time

o Various circulars related to that project can be uploaded

The Journey:

Shri Pawan Arora, the Housing Commissioner of Rajasthan, has been instrumental in getting this app developed and has significantly contributed to establishing a transparent monitoring system for the housing sector in Rajasthan. Under his guidance and relentless support, this highly advanced app will ensure that housing projects are not only completed on time but also with high quality.

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Ratan Rajput makes a comeback in &TV’s Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein as Santoshi Maa’s ansh

Sep 1, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #&TV, #Ratan Rajput, #Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein

The viewers of &TV’s Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein will witness a high voltage drama with the entry of Ratan Rajput as Santoshi, as Santoshi Maa’s (Gracy Singh) ansh. With the circumstances taking a dramatic turn, Santoshi (Ratan Rajput), will come down to earth to help Swati (Tanvi Dogra) to get justice and punish those responsible for her situation. She will have two forms, which is of a Devi and that of a Human. The current storyline has the marriage preparations of Indresh (Ashish Kadian) and Dr Nidhi (Dharti Bhatt) going on in full swing. Devi Paulomi (Sara Khan) through her evil measures have managed to bring Indresh and Dr Nidhi close and in matrimony. However, Swati is determined to fight it out and has faith in Santoshi Maa to help and support her through this situation.

On her role as ‘Santoshi’, Ratan Rajput shares, “It is a homecoming of sorts for me after a two-year gap. I am excited and happy to return to television once again and that too with &TV’s Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Katheyein. I am here because of my audience and fans; it is their love and affection that has brought me back to the show. I am looking forward to the continued support and affection of my audience. It will be interesting to see wrath unleash as Maa gets angry on seeing injustice done with her param bhakt Swati and hence Santoshi is formed out of her Ansh. Stay tuned to watch the entry of Santoshi in the forthcoming episodes.”

Watch Santoshi (Ratan Rajput) making entry very soon in Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein at 9:00 pm, every Monday-Friday only on &TV!

News

Raho Safe launches its affordable sanitary pad range

Sep 1, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #Founder, #Jacqueline Fernandez, #Jan Aushadhi Kendras., #Pee Safe, #Raho Safe, #Vikas Bagaria

Raho Safe, the sister concern of India’s leading hygiene and wellness brand Pee Safe, recently launched its Raho Safe Sanitary Pads. The highlight of all Raho Safe products is the fact that they are affordable yet safe and will help in reaching out to a large section of people. Acclaimed actor, influencer, and entrepreneur Jacqueline Fernandes is the brand ambassador for the range.

India has made great strides in addressing the taboo against menstruation and ensuring access to sanitary pads to those who cannot afford them. The Hon’ble Prime Minister also mentioned how more than 5 crore sanitary napkins have already been provided to women in a short time through Jan Aushadhi Kendras. With Raho Safe sanitary pads, the brand aims to become a changemaker and contribute to the government’s objective as well.

Speaking about this, Vikas Bagaria, Founder, Pee Safe, said, “As a brand, our single biggest commitment has been to ensure access to products that promote better hygiene, sanitation, and wellness. Raho Safe goes a step further, making products accessible and affordable. For years, women especially in Tier 2 and 3 cities and rural areas, have suffered due to a lack of access to sustainable and affordable menstruation products. By making the Raho Safe sanitary pads affordable to this larger segment, we are not only empowering them but also doing our part in contributing to our Hon’ble PM’s vision.”

Adding further, Jacqueline Fernandez, said, “I am happy to be a part of Raho Safe, a brand that echoes my sentiments when it comes to hygiene and sanitation. Their sanitary pad range is not only affordable but also health-friendly. The aim is to be able to ensure that we do our bit in ensuring that women have access to health and menstruation products that also fit their budget.”

The Raho Safe Sanitary Pads are designed with five-layer protection ensuring a rash-free, leak-proof experience. The pad provides optimum coverage of 240 mm, giving the user full access to comfort for the whole day and a floral fragrance to avoid unpleasant odour. The pads also come with biodegradable disposable bags and are the most economical choice for menstrual hygiene.

The Raho Safe brand was launched right before the Covid-19 pandemic and gained popularity amidst the consecutive increase in demand for hand sanitizers and other products. Raho Safe is not only a more affordable range of but also kills 99% of the germs. With its sister concern, Pee Safe has gone a step ahead in reaching out to a larger segment of the population and underscored its mission. The first products launched under Raho Safe include an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, a multipurpose surface protectant, and the Raho Safe hand wash.