Archive: April 1, 2021

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TCL wins the Prestigious Brands of Asia Award 2021

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #a global top-two television brand, #JUSTIN ZHONG Marketing Head TCL India, #TCL

TCL, a global top-two television brand and leading consumer electronics company, has been conferred with the Prestigious Brands of Asia Award 2021 at the Global Business Symposium 2021, recently held at Goa Marriott Resort & Spa. The distinguished recognition is attributed to the brand’s strong commitment to embracing technological innovation and deliver the same through its line of products, thereby contributing to the making of a bright future.

JUSTIN ZHONG Marketing Head TCL India said, “It’s an honor to receive an award from a prestigious body like BARC. It underlines our determination to excel in our domain by crafting best-in-class products for our customers while keeping affordability at the core. Recognitions like these also motivate us to perform better and innovate further in our journey. We will continue to build and bring products that are backed by cutting-edge technologies and are in sync with the changing market dynamics. After all, this is the only way to cater well to the needs of today’s new-age consumers.”

TCL, a global top-two television brand

RIMO BOSE PR Manager TCL India said, “At TCL, not only have we manufactured advanced technologies for our customers, but we have also ensured that these are available to them at an affordable price. It is this philosophy that has helped us grow immensely over the years and cement a leadership position in the market. All these values reaffirm that we care for all our stakeholders, including employees, customers and the society.

Hosted by Herald Global and ERTC Media, the event witnessed dignitaries like Mr Dilip Salgaocar,Mr Manoj Adlakhaand Mr Vikas Agarwalamong others joining the platform from across the nation.

Global Business Symposium 2021 is an initiative by Herald Global to celebrate the achievements of the visionaries, thought leaders, heads of state, policymakers, academicians and corporate heads playing a vital role in shaping industries with their inspiring contribution. The event was concluded with all awardees taking a pledge towards the protection and empowerment of women, stating individuals pledges on the pledge wall.

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s Women-Only Cybersecurity Conference ShaktiCon to begin April 9, 2021

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #Amrita Center for Cybersecurity Systems & Networks, #Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, #Assistant Professor, #Prof. Vipin Pavithran

Hyderabad: More than 3,000 women hackers from India and around the world are expected to attend Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s three-day global conference on cybersecurity called ShaktiCon that begins on April 9, 2021. In the run-up to the event, a 36-hour, women-only Capture the Flag (CTF) contest would be held from April 3-5, 2021, in which contestants will face challenges from the fields of cryptography, reversing, forensics, Pwn and web exploitation.

ShaktiCon is a completely free global conference focused on inspiring, training, and upskilling women in the field of cybersecurity. It offers training programmes to nurture women talent in the field, a global cyber-security conference with talks and panel discussions by leading women professionals in cyber-security, and a women-only CTF hacking contest to showcase talent and win prizes and scholarships. The event is organized by Team Shakti, India’s first and top-ranked women-only CTF team of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.

The pre-conference global cybersecurity contest held in December 2020 attracted more than 1,500 women hackers with 828 teams from five continents. The participants, which have now grown to more than 3,000 women, received free access to premium learning platforms such as TryHackMe and PentesterLabs, practice challenges and training videos. They will be attending the upcoming ShaktiCon conference and participating in the CTF hacking contest.

Said Prof. Vipin Pavithran, Assistant Professor, Amrita Center for Cybersecurity Systems & Networks, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, who is the organizer of ShaktiCon: “Cybersecurity is considered a masculine domain and most women don’t see it as a viable career path. The cybersecurity industry needs more women, and alsohas to open up for them. Demand is outstripping supply in this field. In the next five years, the number of jobs in cybersecurity will triple. Over 3.5 million new cybersecurity jobs would be created in 2021 alone. Despite this, women comprise only 20% of the total workforce in cybersecurity, and only 1% of them are in top leadership positions. The future of the cybersecurity industry depends on its ability to attract, retain and promote women, who represent a skilled and under-tapped resource.”

He added: “The focus of our annual conference ShaktiCon is advancing the leadership and professional development of women in the field of cybersecurity and showcase the next generation of offensive and defensive security technologies. ShaktiCon offers a platform for female researchers and hackers from around the world to close the skills gap with men and help fix the gender gap in cybersecurity.”

The keynote address at the ShaktiCon would be delivered by Rinki Sethi, VP and Chief Information Security Officer at Twitter Inc., followed by talks and training by eminent women cybersecurity experts such as Sung Lee from VMware, Sanju Misra from Linde, Mina Sheikhalishahi from Eindhoven University of Technology, Allison Marie Naaktgeboren from Portland State University, Bhavna Soman from Microsoft and SreepriyaChalakkal from Siemens.

Team Shakti is India’s first and only women CTF team consisting of budding young female minds who want to make a difference in the field of cyber-security and fix the gender gap. The team participates in “Capture The Flag” competitions and provides training to school and university students, conducts CTFs, develops cybersecurity tools and participates in bug bounties. “Team Shakti has become one of the leading women-only CTF teams in India within just two years” said Prof. Vipin Pavithran, the founder and mentor of Team Shakti. The Club, based at the varsity’s Amritapuri campus, is run by the students themselves with the help of research scholars, alumni, and faculty members.

For more details visit- https://shakticon.com

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Groom with ease from head to toe with Philips multi-groomer series MG5000 and MG3000 in male grooming category

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #Gulbahar Taurani, #Personal Health, #Philips Indian Subcontinent, #Vice President

Mumbai, India – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today launched its new range of Multi-groomers i.e., MG5000 & MG3000 series, thereby entering the mid-range segments with strong affordable propositions for the first time in this category. The new series in each segment offers maximum versatility to consumers, making it easy for them to style their hair, face, and body.

With increasing number of consumers taking control of their grooming regime into their own hands, the multi groomers assist and facilitate for a well-groomed body, from head to toe. They make it extremely easy for consumers to get their perfect look whether it’s that salon like haircut, an evenly trimmed beard, or a properly groomed body. The MG3000 series is a 9-in-1 grooming kit for Face, Hair and body and comes with impact resistant combs, and self-sharpening, skin-friendly blades for the perfect trim. The MG5000 series is their flagship 12-in-1 multi-groomer for face, hair and body, offering Dual Cut technology for maximum precision with 2x more blades, precision shaver to perfect the edges of cheeks, chin and neck and a detail metal trimmer to define the edges of the beard.

“Our biggest strength at Philips is our deep connection with the consumer. We carefully listen, empathize and attempt to solve consumer challenges through our innovations. Over the past year, we observed more and more consumers attempting to groom themselves at home, and we saw them explore beyond just the face. Clearly, using multiple devices at the beginning seemed like a challenge to them. In response, we crafted and are now launching our new range of multi-groomers that addresses the new age consumers’ need to have everything in the all-in-one format. It is now possible to groom different parts of the body with a single tool, and still get the perfect result that consumers trust Philips to deliver.”- said Gulbahar Taurani, Vice- President, Personal Health, Philips Indian Subcontinent.

Today, consumers are looking for grooming solutions at home thus driving the ‘Do-it-yourself’ movement. Philips is betting big on personalized care with these products, which is the perfect answer to the concern of getting salon like results with ease, in the comfort of one’s home.

The product range would be available at your nearest retail store and for online purchase starting from Rs. 1,795/

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Upsurge in demand for Luxury RTMI in Noida

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #CEO, #Mr. Vijay Verma, #Sunworld Group

By Mr. Vijay Verma, CEO, Sunworld Group

The growth of luxury real estate in India is going to be on a positive scale for quite some time, as the number of ultra-net-worth individuals are on a rise from few years. Taking into account, one of the most important realty markets in North India- Delhi NCR; there lies a myriad range of luxury and ultra-luxury residential options that can very well cater to the demand of designed and customized abodes, as preferred by HNIs, UHNIs, and NRIs etc. The trend is also fast pacing due to the prevalent favorable economic scenario, there are first time luxury homebuyers looking to develop an asset. Several requisites from their end are sparsely populated areas with seamless connectivity to prime locations of the city. Sustainable living options are on rise, homes designed and constructed on the lines of wellness and health amenities are gaining more attention from fence-sitters.

The Union Budget 2021-22 has also seen some significant initiatives taken for developing infrastructure growth. The government has allocated Rs 20,000 crores to set up and capitalize a Development Financial Institution (DFI) which will act as an enabler and catalyst for infrastructure financing.  Also, Rs 5 lakh crore lending portfolio is to be created under the proposed DFI in coming three years. This Union Budget has also allocated Rs 1,18,101 crore, the highest ever outlay, for Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. Such profound measures are likely to bring a whirlwind of change in the infrastructure development.

Such developments are likely to affect the value of the property, and also become a yardstick for the price appreciation. For the Noida and Greater Noida real estate market, Noida International Airport and Film City will play a similar role. Apart from this the Haryana job quota law which will reserve 75% of private sector jobs with monthly pay of Rs. 50,000 will lead to companies shifting to Noida. This will bring in a new set of well-paid corporate executives to the region looking for luxury spaces that represent their stature. This law will be giving a robust growth to real estate in Noida- Greater Noida region, attracting more industries and businesses to set up units. Subsequently, demand for residential and commercial projects will rise. Some of the other infrastructural developments happening in Delhi NCR are widening of NH 24; Dwarka Expressway helping real estate of Gurugram go through an evolutionary phase, Delhi-Meerut Expressway and Delhi-Dehradun expressway etc.

The pattern in which HNIs and UHNIs engage in property purchase is known to real estate players. They don’t just limit themselves when it comes to investing in property, but believe in expanding their assets as a status symbol and also because of the high ROI it offers. Buyers prefer entering in a deal with luxury players who have a legacy in developing such projects, due to their keen eye for selection of furnishings, embellishments and other ornamentation used to make the homes a mark of luxury excellence and opulence. Past few years, luxury home developers have also gone extra mile and collaborated with world class designers, and architects to deliver their buyers unique realty marvels with magnificent aesthetic quality. All these combined efforts of developer and government making scenario positive for real estate investment are likely to maintain stability in the luxury real estate as a whole.

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Kansai Nerolac continues its association with Sunrisers Hyderabad

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd, #Sunrisers Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd. (KNPL), one of the leading paint companies in India will continue its association with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the cricket league’s 14th edition. As part of the association, Nerolac’s logo will feature on the lead side of the team’s helmet and cap. The engagement will also witness on-ground branding on the perimeter board and giant screen.

Speaking on the association, Mr. Anuj Jain, Executive Director, Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd. said, “Cricket is loved by people across age-groups & cuts across stratums. IPL is one of the most awaited events of the year and is a great opportunity to drive brand visibility & connect. In our centenary year, we are happy to strengthen our continued association with Sunrisers Hyderabad.”

Nerolac has been leveraging people’s favourite sport, cricket for years. The brand has been associated with cricket leagues, championships for decades and with T20 franchisees since 2016.

 

About Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited:

With a rich heritage of 100 years in the paint industry, Kansai Nerolac Paints is one of the largest paint companies in India and the leader in industrial segment. A wholly owned subsidiary of Kansai Paint Co. Ltd., Japan, which is among the Top 10 companies worldwide, Kansai Nerolac manufactures a diversified range of products ranging from decorative paint coatings for homes, offices, hospitals and hotels to sophisticated industrial coatings for industries. Kansai Nerolac has established itself as a leader in product innovation with its initiatives including no added lead, low VOC and HD finishes with brands like Excel. Its product portfolio and customer awareness campaigns promote environmental sensitivity. www.nerolac.com

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Adani Transmission to acquire Warora-Kurnool Transmission from Essel for an enterprise value of Rs. 3,370 Cr

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #Adani Transmission, #Adani Transmission Ltd, #MD & CEO, #Mr. Anil Sardana, #Warora-Kurnool Transmission Ltd

Adani Transmission Limited (ATL),India’s largest private sector power transmission and retail distribution company, has signed definitive agreements with Essel Infra Projects Limited (EIL) for the acquisition of Warora-Kurnool Transmission Limited (WKTL). ATL’s acquisition values the Enterprise Valuation of the target at Rs. 3,370 Cr. The regulatory approval for substitution of original awardee in the contract by ATL has already been received from Central Electricity Regulatory Commission. The lenders consent and other necessary regulatory approvals shall be obtained before closure of transaction.

The acquisition is in sync with ATL’s strategy to enhance the value for its stakeholders, through organic as well as inorganic opportunities. With this acquisition, the cumulative network of ATL will reach ~17,200 ckt km, out of which ~12,350 ckt km is already operational and ~4,850 ckt km (including this asset) is in various stages of execution. With this enhanced scale of operations, ATL will enjoy substantial benefits in terms of cost optimisation and shared resources and will also fortify its position of being the largest private sector transmission company in the country.

Mr. Anil Sardana, MD & CEO, Adani Transmission Ltd, said, “The acquisition of WKTL will bolster ATL’s pan-India presence, consolidating further its position as the largest private sector transmission company in India. This strategic West to South 765 KV interconnector with Substation in Southern India, completes ATL presence in all regions of the country. This asset will not only increase ATL’s size and scale but will also take ATL closer to its target of setting up 20,000 ckt km of transmission lines by 2022. The acquisition is a further demonstration of ATL’s drive towards differentiated capability through inorganic growth, successful integration & making such assets value accretive, for long term sustainable value creation for its stakeholders.”

Warora-Kurnool Transmission Ltd. will develop, operate and maintain transmission lines aggregating to ~1,750 ckt km. The 765 kV inter-state transmission line links Warora–Warangal and Chilakaluripeta-Hyderabad–Kurnool with a 765/400 kV new sub-station at Warangal. The project was awarded through competitive bidding process on a build, own, operate, maintain basis.

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My Work rejuvenates me. I never took off from my work-life in so many years: Anupam Kher

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #Anupam Kher

Hyderabad: Anupam Kher addressed FLO & YFLO members at their Annual General Session held at Hotel Grand Kakatiya on Tuesday and spoke on ‘The Power of Positivity’

He was at his best in his witty conversation and cute remarks. The 100 plus audience split into laughter several times during his talk.

Moderated by Usharani Manne and Apurva Jain, Chairpersons of FLO and YFLO, Mr Kher started off sharing his thoughts he has gone through the phase of his debut film he said, “I graduated from National School of Drama. I never got more than 38% marks in my studies. I learnt then that acting could be taught’.

Mr Kher seen unveiling Connect House Magazine of FLO

Showing his head, he said, ‘it is shaved look and not bald head. Recalling his initial days of acting career, he said an actor was not supposed to be bald. Those were the times where ‘hair was more important than talent’ he remarked wittily.

Acting is emoting 9 rasas. What is the difference between an actor and a normal person is, actor know emotions before he has to portray them”, he said. It helps trained actor to do all kinds of roles, he added.

On speaking about our young actors, he said, they easily play the roles of Brad Pitt and the likes but not the other way round. That is the beauty of Indians acting talent.

I am happy to be myself he declared. Not many actors get an opportunity to represent their country like sports stars do. But I have that privilege he said and added, ‘I give my best. That makes me feel better’.

People in our country started describing me as thespian, legend and all such superlatives. It was frightening. That is when I excused myself to pursue more challenging role in New York, Mr Kher informed.

On personal note about his relationship with his spouse Kiran, Mr Anupam Kher said, ‘she is much more talented than I am, she is better artist than I am. She is a Post Graduate, MA first class. I am BA 3rd class. She has long hair; I have no hair. Once you accept all these, life is easier he shared amidst peals of laughter from the audience. We have mutual respect for each other. It is better to treat partner/spouse as a friend. That solves all problems, he shared his secret of relationship.

When asked him about time management as he has been wearing many hats, he said busy man has time for everything. I am sick of using words such as busy, bore, mood etc. They give false sense about a person he said.

I love life. I don’t judge people. Life is beautiful. My work rejuvenates me. I never took off from my work life in so many years.

Replying to a question on physical pain he was going through with his twisted face while shooting for Hum Aapke Hai Kaun, Mr Kher said he took decision against doctors’ advice to go for shooting. Fear of fear stops us. I wanted to go ahead with it because life is about how we find our courage. And he said not just me, India as a country has done well. We have been the world’s guru not just medically in the current crisis but also on courage front.

We have planned well but COVID had disposed. Though beginning found to be foggy road ahead. We made technology our weapon of peace and forged ahead undeterred, focused on reaching old milestones and creating new ones, said Usharani Manne, Chairperson of FLO Hyderabad

‘The Power of Positivity’ prevails…despite everything, that is why today’s topic for our guest speaker Mr Anupam Kher, she said.

Speaking further Usha added, Hyderabad is the largest Chapter in the FICCI FLO universe. With over 800 members most of who are entrepreneurs, and professionals who have made a mark in the business and corporate world.

Ms Apurva Jain, Chairperson of YFLO briefly highlighted various programs she has taken up during the past one year

Mr. Kher unveiled Internal/house magazines of FLO & YFLO.

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V- Guard Launches Aikido NXT Range of Air Coolers for Long-Lasting Cooling

Apr 1, 2021 by Neel Achary 0 Comments #Aikido NXT Range of Air Coolers, #V-Guard

Kochi: V-Guard Industries Limited, India’s leading consumer appliances company has launched the Aikido NXT Air Coolers, which are next-generation Air Coolers, providing long-lasting cooling, to beat scorching summer days.

The Aikido NXT comes with a full-functional remote which offers complete control from your bed, eliminating the need to get up, during the night. It has a wide range of features like Smart Humidity Control, Smart Sleep Mode, Smart Memory Function and Low Water Level Alarm. Aikido NXT is a next-gen smart air cooler, designed to make you feel comfortable and provide a long and uninterrupted sleep, in the summer heat.

Aikido NXT comes with extra thick antifungal cellulose honeycomb cooling pads for better cooling. The product is also equipped with strong castor wheels to move the cooler in your home with ease.

The Aikido NXT comes in various capacities such as: 85L, 70L, 50L, 30L and 25L for various cooling needs and requirements. Thanks to Aikido NXT’s wide tank capacity, consumers can do away with the hassle of refilling water tank in the middle of the night thereby ensuring an uninterrupted sleep.

The range has wide offerings like desert, room  & personal coolers under it. Aikido NXT offers high airflow of 4700m3/h air and air throw up to 15.2 meters ensuring efficient cooling.

Commenting on the new launch, Mithun K Chittilappilly, MD, V-Guard Industries Ltd. commented, “It has been the endeavor of V-Guard to strive continuously to delight our consumers with thoughtful products & experiences. The Aikido NXT was designed keeping in mind consumer’s hassle of waking up in the middle of the night and refilling the cooler water tank. Aikido NXT comes with features like extra-thick cooling pads, higher tank capacity, remote operation, etc.  ensuring our discerning consumers have a peaceful, uninterrupted sleep.”