Archive: August 4, 2022

Hindustan Online – CODE collaborates with German Academy of Digital Education (DADB) to offer courses on 5G technology

Chennai Aug 2022: Hindustan Online – CODE, the e-learning arm of Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS), Chennai has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with German Academy of Digital Education (DADB). Through this partnership, DADB will offer a course in 5G technology to regular ECE (Electronics and Communications Engineering) students of HITS. Additionally, Hindustan Online – CODE will offer its online students a four-month certification program in 5G technology in partnership with DADB. Classes will be conducted by German professor and Industry experts. Students with a basic understanding of wireless communication systems will be eligible to pursue the course.

Hindustan Online – CODE offers an array of UGC entitled undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs through Online Learning. Hindustan Online – CODE aims to help aspiring students and working professionals to equip with skills and knowledge needed for future ready jobs in view of emerging demand worldwide.’

Ms. Ami Agarwal, Head, Hindustan Online – CODE said, “There lies massive career opportunities in 5G technology with the increased digitisation across all sectors. With our collaboration with DADB, our students will be benefitted immensely in understanding the essentials and basics of 5G technology from the leading German Professors and Industry Experts. This will be useful to those students who wish to enter this field or professionals working in the communication sector who would like to gain an in-depth understanding of the various aspects of advanced communication systems and the skills necessary to implement them.

The German Academy of Digital Education (DADB) offers programs that are supported by German technology and expertise. The DADB offers courses on topics where Germany has a leadership position, such as 5G Technology, Industry 4.0, Automation/Robotics, etc., in state-of-the-art augmented and virtual reality.

Woot Factor Hosts The 6th Edition Of The Godrej Vikhroli Cucina And Food Blogger Association Of India’s Iconic IFBA 2022

Mumbai: WOOT Factor Brands Architects – an experiential, strategic communication and an event company – ideated, conceptualized and executed the 6th edition of India Food Bloggers Awards(IFBA) 2022, organised jointly by food platform – Godrej Vikhroli Cucina and Food Blogger Association of India (FBAI). The event aimed to target bloggers, media, and chefs with assistance from various fun and engaging activities.

Held at the exclusive Jio World Drive in BKC at the Nine Dine area, the event’s primary concept was to drive engagement through experiential zones of the event. The award show’s intent was to honour chefs, restaurants, content creators, bloggers, media houses, communities, and TV personalities, who have contributed immensely, emerging as trendsetters in the food and beverage industry. 2022 brought entries from over 32 cities to an event where Raymond Made to Measure, Aspri Spirits, Baskin Robbins, The Brooklyn Creamery, Godrej Veg oils, Godrej Yummiez, Godrej Protekt, Godrej Jersey and Jio World Drive were among the brand partners. Amit Relan hosted this extravagant event taking the guests through a night of filler games like ‘Guess the Food Brand’ and more. The audience witnessed Chef Varun Imamdar jumping in glee to win victory points for his team.

Sujit Patil, Vice President and Head – Corporate Brand and Communications, Godrej Industries Limited and Associate Companies, commented, “We are thrilled at the success and engagement this year’s award show has brought us. It has been great to partner with WOOT Factor Brands Architects and have them manage this esteemed award show. I believe they have a knack for ‘appetizing’ the event experience for audiences so as to make every event a memorable one, and bring fresh talent to the table with the help of our assistance.”

Amit Relan, Founder and Co-producer, WOOT Factor Brands Architects, commented, “It was definitely the highlight of my night to host this event. It makes me ecstatic to see the excitement and fervour audiences bring to such events; especially where famed chefs, bloggers, and content creators battle with glee for winning positions. Of course, other than the fun aspect, it has been an absolute pleasure to host this event for Godrej.”

This year’s award entries were distinguished by 7 main award categories – Facebook, Instagram, Blog, YouTube, Media, Hospitality, and Celebrated Chefs. These categories were furthermore divided into 29 sub-categories where prominent celebrities like Sanjay Kapoor and Ranveer Brar were voted Culinary Icons at India Food & Beverage Awards 2022. Barring celebrities, the award show boasted a jury panel of maestros in the food and culinary industry – Chef Ajay Chopra; Chef Gaggan Anand; Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi; Chef Kunal Kapur; Chef, Restaurateur and Food Stylist Nitin Tandon; Chef Rakhee Vaswani; Chef Ranveer Brar; Rashmi Uday Singh, Food Writer, Author & TV Host; Culinary Expert, Writer & Consultant Rushina Munshaw Ghildiyal; Master Chef Shipra Khanna; Two National Award-winning Chef Varun Inamdar, Chef Vicky Ratnani & Restaurateur Zorawar Kalra. Another highlight of the event, was the preview of Chef Vicky Ratnani’s latest book – Urban Desi – it was an absolute honour to have so many stars from the culinary world on one stage for the book preview.

Get up to 50% off on grocery and household essentials, packaged foods, personal care, baby, and pet care till Aug 10, 2022

Bengaluru, Aug 04, 2022: Amazon brings you big savings and the freedom to choose from the vast selection of daily grocery essentials with ‘Super Value Days’ during Great Freedom Festival till 10th August 2022. Prime members will get 24 hours of early access starting 12:00 AM on August 05, 2022. Enjoy up to 50% off on grocery, daily and household essentials, packaged foods, personal care, and baby and pet care products among others. Customers can avail great prices and fresh offers from popular brands including Daawat, Aashirvaad, Tata, Kellogg’s, Nivea, Dabur, Himalaya, and Pampers among others at convenient delivery options from a single online destination.

Prime members can enjoy free delivery on a minimum order of INR 199 and flat INR 250 back on a minimum purchase of INR 1500. Customers ordering for the first time get flat INR 100 back on a minimum order value of INR 1000. In addition, they can save an additional 10% by using SBI Credit Cards and Credit EMI; No-Cost EMI using Bajaj Finserv EMI Card, Amazon Pay Later, and select debit and credit cards until 10th August 2022.

Build your weekly/monthly basket with products on offer by participating sellers: 

Stock up on staples: 

· Daawat Rozana Super Basmati Rice, 5 Kg: Daawat Rozana super is the finest basmati rice in the mid-price segment, as each grain is perfectly selected and perfectly aged. It is specially processed for daily cooking across a multitude of regular dishes and is a perfect fit for everyday consumption.

Aashirvaad Select Sharbatti Atta, 5kg: Aashirvaad Select Atta made from the most carefully selected Sharbatti wheat grains sourced directly from the farmers of Madhya Pradesh to make sure that only the highest quality whole wheat. These rotis stay softer for a long time, retaining their moisture for longer due to the higher water absorption rate of the Atta.

Fulfil Gifting Needs:

Cadbury Rakhi Silk Potli Pack: With Rakhi around the corner, make sure you pick something sweet for your brother/sister. The exclusively designed potli by Cadbury contains any 6 Cadbury chocolates including Silk Bubbly 50g, Silk Fruit & Nut 55g, Silk Roast Almond 58g, Silk Oreo 60g, and Silk Plain 60g.

Happilo 100% Natural Premium California Almonds (1Kg): Bring home these handpicked nuts for that crunchy, authentic, and delicious taste. Happilo ensures quality of the nuts, and it comes in a resealable bag to retain its crunch and freshness. Add a few in your diet and stay energized all day long.

Snacks & Beverages:

Tata Tea Premium (1.5Kg): Enjoy your summer evenings with Tata Tea Premium. The tea leaves understand the varying taste preferences of Indians and have been crafted using a unique blend that ‘chai’ lovers across the country enjoy.

Maggi 2-Minute Special Masala Instant Noodles, Pack Of 12: Maggi tastes so much better when paired with a rainy afternoon. Enjoy this spicy goodness that is made with a blend of 20 finely ground and whole spices, and herbs, Maggi Special Masala Instant Noodles have been roasted to perfection, providing a distinct aroma and color to your classic noodles to take your favorite Masala taste experience to the next level.

Kellogg’s Corn Flakes Original, High in Iron, High in B Group Vitamins, Breakfast Cereals|1.2 Kg: Begin your day with Kellogg’s Corn Flakes Original. Breakfast that is nourishing, tasty & quick to make! Made from natural corn and is enriched with 8 essential vitamins and iron, providing a balanced combination of nourishment and taste.

Tata Sampann Unpolished Toor Dal/ Arhar Dal| 1Kg: Tata Sampann Toor dal is unpolished as it does not undergo any artificial polishing with water, oil, or leather thereby retaining its goodness and wholesomeness. The 5-step process ensures that Tata Sampann Toor dal grains are uniform and of premium quality, giving you an all-natural, authentic taste. Dive into the scrumptious taste of Tata Sampann pulses and enjoy a lovely meal!

Daily Household Essentials:

Genteel Liquid Detergent Bottle for Bucket & Machine Wash: Get the best solution for your everyday clothes with Genteel Liquid Detergent that is an all-purpose laundry detergent and comes with special strong formula. The detergent bottle has a functionally superior design that is easy to handle. It also has a measuring cap which makes it easier not just to measure the right amount of detergent but to pour as well. Suitable for both bucket wash and machine wash.

Ariel Complete Detergent Washing Powder- 4Kg Value Pack: Let’s keep the stains away with new & improved Ariel that gives you tough stain removal for a bright clean in just 1 wash. The new bright guard technology keeps your clothes bright wash after wash. So now, goodbye stains and dullness!

Colgate MaxFresh Breath Freshener Toothpaste, 600g: Switch on the power of freshness with Colgate Maxfresh toothpaste that refreshes you and helps you seize the day because every morning is a fresh start. The blue gel toothpaste contains unique cooling cyrstals that give you an intense cooling while you brush.

Pampers All Round Protection Pants (86 pieces): Pampers all-round protection pants comes with an anti-rash blanket which contains Aloe Vera lotion, to keep your baby’s skin protected from redness, irritation, and rashes. These diapers have a 100% wetness lock that keeps the pee locked inside and a unique magic gel technology that provides up to 12 hours of dryness – and has 2X faster absorption. The new and improved product design enables a comfortable fit, closer to the baby’s body and an extra soft flexible waist band that adapts to baby’s movements for best comfort. It is available in all sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL, and XXXL.

Grooming Essentials: 

NIVEA Body Lotion for Very Dry Skin, Nourishing Body Milk with Almond Oil & Vitamin E: Let your radiant skin be your style statement by using this lotion. It is easy to use, and the beneficial properties of its ingredients will bring a magical change to your skin. The lotion provides 48 hours of moisturization and natural care with soothing floral notes.

Himalaya Purifying Neem Face Wash| 400 ML: The rising humidity can wreak havoc on your skin. Himalaya purifying neem face wash is a soap free, herbal formulation that cleans impurities and helps clear pimples. With a natural blend of neem and turmeric it helps to even out your skin tone and color and helps to retain the skin’s elasticity, making it supple.

L’Oreal Paris Total Repair 5 Shampoo| 1L: Hair falls rapidly in the rainy season due to the high humidity, acid rain or dirty rainwater which makes the hair dry and brittle. Buy L’Oreal Paris Total Repair 5 with Protein and Ceramide that helps fight against the five visible signs of damaged hair – hair fall, dryness, roughness, dullness, and split ends.

 Biotique Papaya Tan Removal Brightening & Reviatalizing Face Scrub For All Skin Types, 100g: A simple yet effective skincare in a must have this monsoon season! Biotique Papaya Scrub is blended with pure papaya fruit to dissolve dead surface cells, unclog pore openings, and smooth the way for clear skin to surface. Gentle refining action uncovers skin’s natural brightness for a younger-looking complexion.

Palmolive Aroma Absolute Relax Body Wash|750ml: Palmolive Aroma Absolut Relax shower gel cleanses your body, makes you relax and leaves your skin feeling soft & smooth for a hygienic experience & brilliant beauty all day. It contains a perfect blend of 100% natural Ylang Ylang Essential Oil and Iris Extracts to provide you with the essence of a blissful shower moment any time!

Emami ropes in Katrina Kaif as the Face of ‘Mantra’ Spice Range

Mumbai, August 04, 2022: Emami Agrotech Ltd, the branded food arm of the diversified business conglomerate Emami Group today announced Bollywood actor and renowned celebrity, Katrina Kaif as the brand ambassador for its Spice Range, ‘Emami Healthy & Tasty Mantra Masala’.

Katrina’s vivacious and pleasant personality image which also resonates with today’s Indian men and women was found to be appealing and the right choice to become the face of ‘Mantra’ spices.  Her commitment to her profession and the flavour that she brings to each of her characters was a perfect match with the brand’s strong commitment to its consumers to provide the best taste, flavour, and aroma to cooking.    Mantra’s collaboration with Katrina Kaif is expected to reach out to audiences across age groups with ever-changing taste preferences across the Indian geographies.

Mantra Masala’s USP is in its rich and pure aroma, colour and taste that comes from the use of the unique Cryogenic technology.  The Cryo-processing at zero to minus 50-degree celsius helps our spices to retain highest level of all the natural oils up to 95% as compared to traditional grinding process using heat up to 70 degrees Celsius, where essential oils are retained only up to 40%.  The brand has also been awarded the “Superior Taste Award” from the International Taste Institute of Brussels (Europe) for its excellent quality of spices. Additionally, Mantra’s blended variety of spices come in zip-lock packs to preserve the freshness and aroma for a longer period

On the occasion of this association, Jayant Goenka, Director, Emami Group said, “We are extremely elated to be associated with Ms Katrina Kaif, one of the leading and vibrant actors ofIndian cinema.  We believe that she is a perfect fit for Mantra Masala as her credibility, hard work and commitment resonates with the values of our brand.  We do believe that her popularity and huge fan following will help us connect better with our consumers across the country and make Mantra a preferred choice of a spice brand. We have also drawn up aggressive marketing plans for Mantra and target to reach around 25 lac outlets (both direct & indirect) by next three years.”

Speaking of this association, the brand ambassador, Ms. Katrina Kaif said,“Emami is a very popular and trusted household name in India, known for their quality and efficacy. I’m glad to be associated with a brand with such stature and am confident the Emami Healthy & Tasty Mantra range of spices will soon become a preferred choice of Indian households as well. I am certain that the audience will love our new campaign as well as the wide range of products Emami Healthy & Tasty Mantra has to offer.”

Emami Healthy & Tasty Mantra offers a distinguishably designed range of pure & blended powder spices and tastemakers. These are manufactured in a state-of-the-art facility in Jaipur.

Mantra Masala will be available in different pack sizes ranging from 8 gm to 200 gm at price points ranging from Rs 5 to Rs 110 across general & modern trade and e-commerce channels.

Shadowfax to launch Big Money Weekend; Exciting prizes including a Maruti Alto to be won!

August 4th, 2022:Shadowfax Technologies, India’s largest crowdsourced third-party logistics platform for last-mile delivery, is all set to launch its much-awaited Big Money Weekend. The initiative is designed as an earning event focused on delivery partners across 25 cities in India.  Participating delivery partners stand a chance to win prizes worth 5 lakh, including a television, a refrigerator, and a Maruti Alto!

Ahead of Raksha Bandhan and Independence Day, Shadowfax is launching  Big Money Weekend with an aim to increase engagement with delivery partners, onboard new partners, retain existing partners, and lure dormant partners. The three days campaign that will be live from August 5 to 7, 2022, will provide opportunities for delivery executives to maximise their earnings with exciting incentives on offer.

Big Money Day 2.0 saw delivery partners earning over INR 3,600 in a day with 2 lakhs orders being placed per day. A massive success, the campaign saw a growth of 55% in daily active users compared to Big Money Day 1.0. Around 49.7k slots were booked for December 25 and 53k slots were booked for December 31 in the last edition of Big Money Day.  The brand expects a growth in traction with this bigger and better edition of the big money weekend.

Speaking about the campaign, Praharsh Chandra, Co-founder & Chief of  Operations, Shadowfax Technologies, said- “At Shadowfax Technologies, our growth goes hand-in-hand with that of our delivery partners. The overarching goal of the  Big Money Weekend, then, is to give our delivery partners better-earning options and exciting incentives worth 5 lakh including a Maruti Alto.”

He further added, “The first two editions of the campaign saw a great response, and we are equally excited for Big Money Weekend. We expect wider participation this time around and are looking forward to an enjoyable day for all our riders.” 

Delivery executives across the country can log in to their apps to check for the latest updates and offers in their locations. Individuals who are still willing to join the Shadowfax Riders community can download the app from the play store to participate in the campaign and enjoy the opportunity to earn more.

Shadowfax Technologies has recently launched its one-of-a-kind app called Super App to expedite the growth of delivery partners. This app opens opportunities galore for the riders to access various platforms via a single interface. Shadowfax has over 100 brands that enable its delivery executives flexibility and better income options.

What Is The Best Navigation App For Android?

A good GPS app is a must when you’re on the road. Without good navigation, finding your way around a new location might not be easy. Apps like this one may also be quite helpful in traffic since they provide you with a wealth of information, including the precise path you need to follow. These Android route planning applications may help you get precisely where you need to go and keep you updated on what’s occurring on the road, etc. That being stated, we’ve compiled a list of our top Android navigation applications.

There are five programs to choose from in the following list. Please keep in mind that these are only a few of our personal favorites; there are many more to be found in the Google Play Store. You’ve probably heard of a few of them before. Check out this list if you’re dissatisfied with your existing GPS or navigation app. You’ll find a brief explanation for each app and links to more resources.

1. Route4me

Route4Me provides cloud-based fleet management for small, medium, and large businesses. The route planner and route selection help are the most critical features in terms of usability. Users may input or upload customer addresses to create a route. Additionally, users can manually change customers from one route to another. A large variety of scheduling options are available to users.

Route4Me is the world’s most widely used route planning and optimization software for small and medium-sized businesses. Route4Me’s over 35,000 customers save time, money, and effort by using the service. Route4Me’s seamless continuity makes it easy to plan, dispatch, navigate, and monitor a journey.

2. Google Maps

In navigation, Google Maps is by far the most popular. For most users, this is the finest app across all platforms. While you’re on the road, this app directs you and provides a wealth of data on the places you visit. Things to do, restaurants, and more can all be found with the app’s guidance.

It is possible to get real-time ETAs and traffic conditions via Google Maps, but only in certain areas. This app lets you see where others are going and arrange a trip with a group in real-time. It’s possible to make lists of favorite spots you and your friends can access and enjoy together. By leaving a review of a location on Google Maps, you may be of use to others. The app is free and ad-free, making it even better.

3. Here WeGo

A great alternative to Google Maps is HERE WeGo. Nokia HERE maps used to be the name of this app but now has a new owner and a new name. Using the HERE WeGo app, you can save whole nations’ maps to your phone and have them automatically updated. Because of this, you will never need to worry about whether or not you will be able to access the Internet. The user interface of this software is also fairly solid.

4. Sygic

Sygic is a wonderful navigation program, but it excels in finding other routes to your destination. Using this software, you may locate them quickly and easily. The app has all your standard functionality, so you won’t miss out on anything. This program allows you to download maps for offline usage. In case you’re curious, the program utilizes TomTom maps. The app has standard functionality, such as turn-by-turn navigation, speed limit display, etc.

5. Polaris

Polaris is the way to go if you want to use a single app to access numerous mapping providers. If you’re looking for one app that does everything, go no further than this one. Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, MapQuest, and Cycle Route Maps are all available via the app. Several intriguing functions are included in this software. Trail recording and a unique waypoint management system are two of its highlights.

Beyond Meat forays into India through Allana Consumer Products Private Limited

04th August, 2022, Mumbai: Allana Consumer Products Private Limited, a subsidiary of the reputed Allana Group has furthered its offerings in India to include plant-based meat by introducing Beyond Meat. Through the introduction, Allana Consumer Products aims to cater to the growing demand of healthier and guilt free foods in the country and offer the best quality product available in the globe.

Beyond Meat is the pioneer and market leader in the United States for plant-based proteins, offering unrivalled taste and quality which many traditional meat eaters often find hard to distinguish. One of the brand’s key attributes is offering consumers a chance to be part of the green revolution taking place around the world, without compromising on taste.

Allana Consumer Products has partnered with Beyond Meat on a pan India basis to distribute their globally acclaimed offerings in the Indian market. The range includes delicious Beyond Burger, Beyond Sausage, Beyond Meatballs and Beyond Mince which are made of simple, plant-based ingredients and designed to deliver the same taste and texture as that of animal-based meat, while being better for people and the planet. It may be mentioned that Beyond Meat products do not contain any GMO, gluten, soy, or cholesterol.

Commenting on the development, Mr. Milind Pingle, CEO of Allana Consumer Products Division says, “India is moving towards healthier lifestyle choices and people are looking for products which are sustainable and better for environment. Our aim is to encourage such changes for the betterment of health and lifestyle. Thus, it is our immense pleasure to announce Allana Consumer Products’ collaboration with Beyond Meat to bring the premium taste of meat, to the ever-growing demand for vegan and healthy living community in India”. 

These products are a great alternative for conflicted carnivores who are reducing meat and looking to nourish themselves (and often their families) with better protein options. While highlighting how indistinguishable the products are, Mr. Pingle stated, “Beyond Meat is a brand that offers a wide range of products that are rich in terms of quality, starting from the texture that gives the consumer a feeling of eating meat and appetising taste which satisfies the taste buds. Infact, the world-class Beyond Meat range resonates with the forward looking, innovative and progressive values Allana Consumer Products stands for.“

Beyond Meat’s range of products are currently available in more than 24 cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata and are available through gourmet stores such as Nature’s Basket, Food Hall, Le Marche, Modern Bazaar, Spencer’s etc. and also on reputed E-commerce portals such as Urban Platter, Vegan Dukan, Vegan World, Vvegano, Alt Mart and many more.

According to Industry estimates, the plant-based meat market is currently around ₹ 300 crores and is expected to accelerate to ₹ 3500 crores by 2026.

O Womaniya! 2022 study reveals the state of female representation in Indian films and digital series

MUMBAI, India — 4 August, 2022 — Media consulting firm, Ormax Media and entertainment platform, Film Companion today released O Womaniya! 2022, the most definitive report on female representation in Indian entertainment. The report is supported by Prime Video, India’s most loved entertainment hub. The report highlights on-screen and off-screen representation of women, by analyzing 150 theatrical films, streaming films and series released in 2021 across 8 Indian languages (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Punjabi, Bengali and Gujarati). In a first, the report received collaboration from multiple entities within the media and entertainment industry. This includes industry bodies like the Producers Guild of India and Active Telugu Film Producers Guild, streaming services like hoichoi, SonyLIV, Voot and ZEE5, along with film leading film studios like Clean Slate Filmz, Dharma Productions, Emmay Entertainment, Excel Entertainment, Purple Pebble Pictures, RSVP and Sikhya Entertainment.

The report studied the representation and participation of women across three major categories – ‘content’ that included female representation on-screen and behind-the-camera, ‘marketing’ that studied female representation in promotional trailers of films and series, and ‘corporate’ that analyzed female representation in board rooms of top 25 media and entertainment firms.

Key findings of the report include:

Low representation off-screen: Women have low representation behind-the-camera with only 10% head of department (HOD) positions across key divisions (production design, writing, editing, direction and cinematography) held by women. Out of the 56 theatrical films analyzed across languages, not even one was directed or edited by a woman. Even in media and entertainment corporate houses, that are at the center of decision-making, only 10% of senior leadership roles were held by women, having a cascading effect on inclusivity through the production and execution chain.

Low representation on-screen: Only 55% of the films and series passed the Bechdel Test 1 . Even in promotional trailers analyzed through the Trailer Talk Time Test 2 , women had only 25% talk time with 48 titles even allocating 10 seconds or less to female characters.

Women hire more women: The percentage of female HODs doubled when a woman greenlit a series or a film. Similarly, a higher percentage of films passed the Bechdel Test (68%) and women had higher trailer talk time (35%) if the title was commissioned by a woman.

Streaming is driving the change: Streaming films and series performed better than theatrical films across all parameters indicating the change the sector is ushering in representation on and off-screen. For instance, representation of female HODs in streaming films and series was five times higher than theatrical films. Similarly, 64% of streaming series and 55% of streaming films passed the Bechdel Test, as opposed to more than half of theatrical films failing it. Likewise, streaming films and series provided more talk time to female characters in trailers, leading theatrical films by 10 percentage points and 14 percentage points respectively.

Speaking about the findings, Shailesh Kapoor, Founder-CEO, Ormax Media, said, “While it’s no surprise that female representation in mainstream entertainment is low, the degree of skew, such as 10:90 on some key parameters, should be a wake-up call. While streaming titles, especially series, are more women-inclusive in on and off-screen representation, theatrical films continue to perform very poorly, and in fact, have shown no positive growth at all since the previous report, which covered content released in 2019 & 2020. We hope that this report serves as a starting point for the industry to come together and discuss ways to address the evident imbalance.”

Anupama Chopra, Founder & Editor, Film Companion said, “Data is essential to understanding how drastically skewed the gender equation in the Indian film industry is. O Womaniya! provides us with the starting point for discussion and debate. Starting out as an effort by Ormax Media and Film Companion, the initiative has now found resonance with the entire industry. The support that we have received from film bodies, streaming services and studios is heartening. We will continue tobuild this momentum and hopefully lead the way to change.”

Talking about the significance of the report, Aparna Purohit, Head of India Originals, Prime Video said, “While there have been improvements in female representation in Indian entertainment, there hasn’t been any data-backed report in India that can hold a mirror up to the current reality. O Womaniya! 2022 fills the much-needed gap with its rich insights. We are thrilled to join hands with Ormax Media and Film Companion on an initiative that is in sync with our philosophy on equitable representation. The report serves as a good starting point to initiate discussions on the need to involve more women, particularly in decision-making roles, as that has a ripple effect on inclusivity in the entire ecosystem. Change has to be persistent and intentional, and we need to take constant steps to improve these numbers year after year.” Elaborating on the role of streaming in improving female representation, she added, “Streaming services have certainly opened the doors for more   inclusive storytelling that provides greater opportunities to women. Streaming has given voice to more female storytellers resulting in an increase in stories that are driven by female characters with agency. At Prime Video, we have rolled out an inclusion policy playbook that has institutionalized certain guidelines to ensure just female representation on and off-screen. These range from mandatory female representation in writers’ rooms, and evaluating every script on specific parameters. I am certain that streaming is going to further lead the charge on diversity, equity and inclusivity in Indian entertainment.”

O Womaniya! 2022 was also supported by actor Vidya Balan, who over the last 17 years, has led and furthered the mandate on female-led stories across theatrical and streaming films like The Dirty Picture, Kahaani, Tumhari Sulu, Shakuntala Devi, Sherni, Jalsa, and more.

Reacting to the findings shared in the report, Vidya Balan said, “As an actor, I have noticed the change in female representation in films in the last decade and a half. From seeing just a handful of women on sets to now having women lead film-making by taking charge of direction, editing, and other key departments, we have come a long way. While this change has been underway for a while, it’s now become stronger with streaming services that have introduced the much-needed diversity in storytelling and on sets. However, the report indicates that we still have a lot of ground to cover.

And this can only happen when we have more women in the boardrooms, prompting change right at the heart of decision-making. As female actors in positions of influence, we need to push for more female representation behind the camera in order to have more sensitive, authentic and relatable representation in front of it too. I am glad to be associated with the report and commend Ormax Media, Film Companion, Prime Video, and all other entities for taking the step towards documenting female representation in Indian entertainment. We now need to move the needle from intention to action, and work towards minimizing and disrupting biases.”

Sunitha Rangaswami, an independent consultant on gender and women’s economic empowerment provided counsel on making the Indian entertainment industry more inclusive for women. Her recommendations can be found here – https://owomaniya.org/#gender-expert

Royal Gulf Industries to invest AED 62.4 million on constructing UAE’s first used battery recycling centre in Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah, 4 August 2022: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) welcomed Royal Gulf Industries, a state-of-the-art lead acid battery recycling company, to its dynamic industrial ecosystem. A subsidiary of Hyderabad Castings Limited and part of Nakhat Group, the new company is set to invest AED 62.4 million (USD 17 million) to construct the UAE’s first environment-friendly automotive battery recycling centre on approximately 110,000 ft 2 of land at Al Ghail Industrial Zone. Royal Gulf Industries will employ more than
150 people in its facility, which is set to be ready in the fourth quarter of 2022.

The company aims to recycle up to 35,000 metric tonnes of used lead acid batteries  annually. This will produce 21,500 tonnes of lead ingots and 2,400 metric tonnes of plastic granules. Both of these materials will be largely exported to India, Japan, Korea, China and  Europe for the manufacturing of new lead acid batteries and cases. This activity accounts
for recycling around 58% of the lead acid battery scrap generated in the UAE.

Ramy Jallad, Group CEO of RAKEZ, and Yogesh Nakhat Jain, Managing Director of Royal Gulf Industries, marked the beginning of the recycling unit’s construction during a recent
signing ceremony held between the two parties at the RAKEZ Compass Coworking Centre.

“We are very excited to start our journey in the UAE, where we will be fully recycling battery waste in an environment-friendly way. We aim to collect waste batteries not just from the UAE, but also import from around the world to make Ras Al Khaimah a hub for recycling” said Hanuman Mal Nakhat, Chairman of Royal Gulf Industries.

“RAKEZ has supported us every step of the way in turning this massive project into a reality. Our customer experience so far has been excellent as we have received support not just for our company registration, but also for developing our business in the UAE. From liaising with government entities, including Environment Protection and Development Authority, RAK Municipality, Waste Management Authority and Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology on our behalf to secure the relevant approvals, to hosting us during our visits to Ras Al Khaimah in the past three years of planning the company’s set-up formalities. The team also helped us find the right suppliers and connect with construction companies. We are confident that RAKEZ will continue to play a crucial role in the fulfilment of our vision by offering us all the assistance and support during our business journey,” he added. 

Jallad said: “We are glad to be the chosen base for Royal Gulf Industries’ pioneering recycling facility in the UAE. Ras Al Khaimah’s leadership has been striving for environment sustainability. Hence, Royal Gulf Industries, along with other RAKEZ companies in the closed-loop supply chain complement the emirate’s efforts.” He added, “These companies boost the country’s non-oil GDP and advance the national sustainability agenda. We are committed to support their goal of making an impact in the planet through our nurturing and
collaborative industrial ecosystem.” 

In its second phase spanning three years, Royal Gulf Industries plans to invest about AED 125 million and create 350 jobs in Ras Al Khaimah. The company also aims to make the
UAE a hub for recycling metals, creating global supply chains.

Yasho Industries Q1FY23 PAT up 88.71 % at Rs 20.59 Cr; YoY basis

Mumbai, August 4th , 2022: Yasho Industries Ltd (BSE: 541167 | ISIN: INE616Z01012) a leading Indian global manufacturer & supplier of specialty and fine chemicals, announced its un-audited financial results for the quarter ended 30 th June, 2022.

Yasho Industries Q1FY23 PAT up 88.71 % at Rs 20.59 Cr; YoY basis

Mr. Parag Jhaveri, Managing Director & CEO, Yasho Industries Limited said, “We are pleased to report strong quarterly performance. Total revenue for the quarter stood at Rs 187.55 crores, a growth of 39.90% on YoY basis. This was achieved by working at near full capacity and favorable product mix. We continue to see interest in our products from our customers and are confident to grow the business keeping a medium to long term view in mind. 

Due to global macroeconomic headwinds and capacity constraints, we see some volatility in the near-term revenue which we expect to continue for the next 1-2 quarters. Your company is doing its best to sustain the current sales momentum through better product mix and making more efficient use of our multi-purpose facilities. As stated in the past, we intend to expand capacity at a new greenfield facility in Pakhajan, Gujarat. The board has approved a capex of Rs 350 Cr. for the Phase I of the project. We are awaiting government approval for its environmental clearance, which we expect to receive in the coming months.

We continue to gain market share in value-added chemicals, which have made a significant contribution in recent years to our growth and profitability. Sustained efforts and investments in our technical capabilities and R&D activities have played an instrumental role in bringing us this far and we are hopeful that it will help us grow further over the years to come.”