Archive: November 18, 2022

Rishihood University, India’s Emerging Social-Impact University, Convened Its First Convocation

New Delhi, November 18, 2022: Rishihood University, one of the most impact-focused universities in the country, held its first convocation on the 8th of November, 2022. The convocation was held at the Siri Fort Auditorium in New Delhi to welcome the new batch for the academic session 2022–23 and commend the graduating students.

Formally inaugurated at Vigyan Bhawan in the past year, Rishihood University reimagines the Indian education system to create “Rishis” who prove a blessing to all of humanity through their judicious thoughts and actions; it firmly believes that rebuilding Takshashila is the way to go.

Chancellor of Rishihood University, Shri Suresh Prabhu, the former Minister of the Railways, Civil Aviation, and Commerce and Industry, and esteemed member of the Rajya Sabha, presided by the momentous convocation and reiterated the vision by asserting that “living and working with values should supersede living according to valuation.”

The convocation was graced by the Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India—Shri V. Anantha Nageswaran as the Chief Guest. He addressed the students gathered at the event and remarked with great insight into the values of this social-impact university. In addition, he also stressed the importance of individuality in front of students and the importance of knowing what to change while on the path of self-transformation.

Among the other dignitaries at the first convocation of Rishihood University was also the Vice-Chancellor, Shri Shobhit Mathur. His precise statement on the ambitions of the university set hearts pounding with awe. He stated, “When we say impact, we intend to see impact at 3 levels—Vyakti Nirmaan (create people who will lead the change), Vichaar Nirmaan (create thought to shape ideas for the future), and Vyavastha Nirmaan (create systems to scale and sustain the change).”

The strong values that the university adheres to and the major social impact that it endeavours to bring about focus on the development of individuality and personality in students to create the true leaders of tomorrow.

Rishihood University places a strong emphasis on the role of curriculum in addressing the dynamism of the twenty-first century to realize its clearly articulated vision and mission. Prior to delving into their different specialties, students are exposed to multiple disciplines to provide them with a comprehensive understanding of the ramifications of their field of study.

Numerous clear-cut plans and projects constitute the structure of Rishihood University’s learning ecology, and numerous persistent efforts and resolve permeate the campus’s inclusive atmosphere. Consequently, the significance of the inaugural convocation increases in relation to the future of the institution and the outcomes of its previous endeavours.

Rishihood University has firmly established its schools of creativity, education, business, healthcare, and public leadership in Sonipat, Haryana, based on Swami Vivekananda’s teachings, and it continues to develop its programs for the benefit of future generations.

Serene Envirotech, udazH X8 – A Tech 4.0 Portable Personal Wellness Hydrogen Rich Water Bottle

Bengaluru, November 2022: Healthy living is no new concept, which is only strengthening its roots in the human race as days go by. It has become mandatory that style and comfort complement the benefits of any wellness product in the market today. To facilitate healthy living in an easier, quirkier and more stylish manner Serene Envirotech Solutions today announced the launchingudazH X8 hydrogen water bottles – a revolutionary technology 4.0 product.
In the world we live in, increasing levels of pollution and radiation, coupled with stressful lifestyles, trigger excessive generation of free radicals in our bodies. Having to constantly tackle this situation is beyond the scope of the human body. In time, this situation leads to cellular oxidative stress, the root cause of many diseases. To aid endogenous antioxidants in combating excessive free radicals, we need to take the support of exogenous antioxidants. How do we do that?

X8 is an exciting option that offers just that! X8 generates hydrogen-rich water, a source of exogenous antioxidants. Consuming this hydrogen-rich water improves our body’s ability to fight free radicals. Since the launch, the product has been perceived well by the audience and the customers have seen an uptick in their well-being after using the machine. The different specialty of the machine is its dual-use technology, where two persons can inhale at the same time and this makes the product different from others in the market. After seeing a positive response and success of X8, Serene Envirotech Solutions is on track to expand its market reach to provide this portable wellness to every home.

Molecular hydrogen is the latest buzzword in the booming wellness industry, and its potential as a preventative wellness tool is too big to ignore. It is a gas that is found in trace amounts in the air (0.00005%). It can act as an antioxidant and is thought to protect cells from oxidative stress-related damage. Hydrogen can be inhaled as a gas at low concentrations (1-3%).

The udazH X8 boasts of advanced technology 4.0 features such as automation, titanium platinum electrode, complete electrolysis with hydrogen and oxygen separation, the high hydrogen production capacity of up to 3000 PPB, a high-end design with a real-time smart LED display, which surely are new and exciting features that gives a reason to own a udazH X8 water bottle.
In a day, consumption of the recommended amount of hydrogen water is equivalent to the consumption of large quantities of antioxidant-rich vegetables and fruits, which helps in reaping benefits like

  •  Better skin hydration
  •  Improves blood circulation
  •  Eliminates inflammation and oxidative stress
  •  Restores energy levels
  • Effects Anti-aging

Dr. Babu Sudhakar, the Founder, Chairman & Managing Director of Serene Envirotech Pvt. Ltd. expresses “udazH X8 is a luxurious and high-end fashionable device for healthy living. I strongly believe that the country is waking up to the importance of health and wellness. Preventative measures and healthier eating habits are becoming increasingly important, but style is also becoming an important quotient of the wellness industry. udazH X8 makes a great product for people who are more conscious about their healthcare and have a proactive lifestyle. Also, X8 can be very handy for people suffering from bladder and kidney ailments, and the ones who habitually consume less water should make it a point to make X8 water bottles a part of their daily living.”

As a symbol of healthy living and exciting new fashion, udazH X8 has become a product that the youth and middle-aged people want to get their hands on. This in turn inculcates a healthy living for the future generation of the country.

Serene Envirotech was established to provide cutting-edge, innovative solutions and services in the field of preventive healthcare and wellness.
In a day when immediate results are valued above all else, the preventive healthcare and wellness industry offers a refreshing change

Honda Racing India Team ready for the ultimate battle of 2022 Asia Road Racing Championship in Thailand

Chang International Circuit (Thailand), November 2022: As Asia’s toughest road racing championship draws to a close this weekend, Honda Racing India’s duo of Rajiv Sethu and Senthil Kumar have reached Chang International Circuit in Thailand for the final battle of 2022 Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC).

The Honda Racing India Team enters this round among the Top 9 of the total 14 teams in the Asia Production 250cc (AP250) class. Showing consistent improvement since its debut as a solo Indian team in 2018, the team has worked extensively on gaining valuable points – climbing from 6 points in its inaugural season to closing the 2019 season with 35 points. On a constantly improving path, the team now enters the 2022 finale with a total of 42 points.

Commenting on the upcoming round, Mr. Prabhu Nagaraj, Operating Officer – Brand & Communication, Honda Motorcycle, and Scooter India said, “2022 season of ARRC has proved to be a great learning journey for our riders. We started this championship at the Chang International circuit where our boys clinched good points for the country. Coming back to the circuit after 4 rounds of intense racing, I am confident that our riders will administer the learnings of previous rounds to gain even better results for the country as well as the team. Honda Racing India is ready to take on the Thai challenge and make the most out of it this weekend.”

Honda racing India’s experienced rider Rajiv Sethu enters the last round of the AP 250 class with a total of 31 points under his belt. For Rajiv, Chang International Circuit holds a history of good performances. In 2018, he scored his maiden international point here. It was here that Rajiv secured the Top 7 qualifying finish – the first time by an Indian rider, during the 3rd round of ARRC in 2019. His steady performance in round 1 of the 2022 season earlier this year resulted in an 11th-place finish. Rajiv is already in the top 15 out of the 24 riders in AP250 class and is determined to further up his ante this weekend.

Meanwhile, Rajiv’s teammate Senthil Kumar is the most familiar with this track. It was at Chang where he made his international debut with the Thailand Talent Cup and finished in the Top 20 in round 3 of 2019 ARRC. In round 1 of this season, he powered through and outpaced other international riders in the championship to close the race in 13th place – his best finish. After round 4, Senthil with is now having 11 points and is among the top 19 riders – a stark improvement from his overall 30th position in 2019.

Looking forward to the last round of the championship, Rajiv Sethu said, “We have reached the final leg of the championship and I am excited to give it my all in the last round here at the Chang International Circuit. Having raced at this circuit previously, I am optimistic about the results and will personally try to snatch as many points as possible by claiming the top position at the leaderboard.”

Sharing his thoughts, Senthil Kumar said, “This season has added immensely to my learning curve. I am happy that so far, I have been able to gain a few points and stand a better position than last year. In my last outing at Chang earlier this year, I finished in the Top 13. I am looking forward to racing again at Chang for the last round and am hopeful of claiming a better finish for my country and team.”

The Chang International Circuit will also witness the final round of the 2022 Thailand Talent Cup (Honda’s development program for Asian riders) this weekend. Representing the next breed of Indian young racers going global with Honda will be Kavin Quintal from Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Mohsin P from Malappuram (Kerala).

Zing to air fan favorite K-Drama show ‘Heirs’ on its Hallyu Time Slot

National, 18 th November 2022: In response to the ever-growing popularity of Korean drama across the country, India’s favourite youth entertainment channel Zing has been offering the best of K-drama in its highly popular Hallyu time slot. To take the excitement of its Indian Gen-Z viewers to a whole new level, the channel gears up to air the critically acclaimed show, Heirs, in the Hallyu time slot from 21 November, every weekday from 6 pm to 7 pm.

Set in a high school, Heirs revolves around the lives of uber-rich high school-goers, torn between the choice of making it big on their own or taking their family empires ahead. This series is especially adored for its realistic portrayal of characters, the dilemmas they face, and the endearing bonds. Starring Lee Min- ho the most followed South Korean actor on social media as Kim Tan along with Park Shin-hye, and Kim
Woo-bin in the lead roles, with the show written by the immensely popular Kim Eun-sook.

Talking about the same, Arghya Roy Chowdhury, Chief Channel Officer – Zing shared, “We are seeing strong demand from our viewers for more and more KDramas in the last couple of months. We have received multiple requests to bring ‘Heirs’ to our Hallyu segment. Heirs is a popular show and we are happy to add it to our diverse library. There is immense demand for new & differentiated content and we are going the extra mile to ensure we are able to meet the viewers’ demands.”

So, get ready to watch Heirs in the Hallyu Time slot, exclusively on Zing every weekday from 6 pm to 7pm!

Indian Restaurant Congress 2022 is back in New Delhi in its 11th annual edition

New Delhi,  Nov 2022: The Indian Restaurant Congress(IRC), now in its eleventh year, is the restaurant industry’s premier global conference, presented by Franchise India will return to the Pullman Hotel, Aerocity New Delhi, 21-22 November 2022.

The Whitepaper by Restaurant India media to be launched at IRC is predicting double-digit growth for the global food service industry from 2022 into 2023. As the hub for global foodservice leaders to gather, IRC in partnership with Maggi, PepsiCo, McCain, and Ceramica —will host approximately 1,000 senior executives from top chains across India and South East Asia.

“The restaurant industry in India provides employment for a large number of people as well as making a sizable contribution to the GDP of the country. Today The Indian restaurant industry is in the midst of an extraordinary recovery, and we’re excited to return back and carve its new growth journey” said Sachin Marya, President of Franchise India Group.

IRC is anchored by premium networking opportunities and an expert-led agenda focusing on leadership stories, successful strategies, and discussions about the future of the world market and forecasts and research findings. This year Mr. Naveen Gurnanay, CEO of Tim Horton’s will be charing the Indian Restaurant Congress 2022. Sharing his vision for the industry he said” Time has also come for Indian brands to look beyond domestic markets. The huge Indian diaspora and the mingling of cuisines present a substantial opportunity, especially as Brand India is at its peak! I am delighted to chair the Indian Restaurant Congress 2022 which is the home for the restaurant community to hone their leadership skills, discuss solutions to industry challenges, and connect and network with like-minded peers. I look forward to meeting you at the Indian Restaurant congress 2022 on November 21st & 22nd.”

Unnat Verma, Managing Director, APAC Yum Brands (Singapore) who will be joining this year said “I’m excited to be attending the 11th edition of IRC event after a gap of 3 years and look forward to meeting many young and dynamic industry leaders. India is a shining star amidst the global turmoil and I believe our time has come to take Restaurant industry growth to the next level.”

Comprised of more than 100 thought leaders, IRC speakers- Raghav Joshi, Co-Founder, Rebel Foods, Raghav Verma, Chaayos, Varun Tuli Yum Yum Cha, Murali Krishnan, Wow Momos, Dinesh Arora, Pankaj Gupta, Deepa Prasad, Subway, Vishal Jindal, Biryani By Kilo, Amit Bagga, Daryaganj Restaurant, Mahesh Reddy Go Pizza, Sunil Chauhan, Fabcafe, Rohit Kapoor, Chief Executive Officer, Swiggy – Food Marketplace; and Ekhlaque Bari, EVP & CTO, Jubilant FoodWorks, Ankit Tayal, Truepalate Hospitality, to name a few will provide the latest in industry, financial, operational and leadership insights and how to grow and expand the business. Additionally, Top Chefs like Michellin Star Atul Kochar, Chef Vineet Manocha, Lite Bite Foods, Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, Chef Rakesh Sethi, Raddisson, Chef Saby Gorai, Chef Mayank Tiwari, PVR Cinemas. The top industry people joining us this year are https://www.restaurantindia.org/congress/speakers.php

Over the years, the show has brought together more than 50,000 food professionals and food preneurs from across the world on a single platform. Based on the theme of “Innovating today. Imagining tomorrow”, this year, the two-day event will witness 1000+ attendees, Top awards, and cutting edge Business expo

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The Highlight of the event will also be the India Restaurant Awards 2022, which will felicitate top-notch restaurant businesses In India. It will be the biggest in the industry, representing the best of top restaurants, restaurateurs, cafés, bars, bakeries, and chefs who are doing phenomenal work across the country.

Mr. Aagman Bauryappointed as The General Manager of The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi

India, Mumbai,18th November 2022: The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts recently announced the promotion and appointment of Aagman Baury as the General Manager of The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi.

A seasoned and versatile hospitality professional with a career spanning close to two decades, Aagman has worked with hotels like IHG in UK (Holiday Inn, Crown Plaza), Park Hyatt Hyderabad, Trident-BKC Mumbai and Marriott Marquis City Centre-Doha. Over the years, he has sharpened his skills in managing a diverse team of people and has championed operational excellence. With a strong commitment to pursuing excellence,his attention to detail and meticulous diligence sets him apart from the rest.

Aagman joined The Leela Ambience Gurugram in April 2017 as Rooms Division Manager and was subsequently promoted as Executive Assistant Manager in March 2020 and Hotel Manager in October 2021. Shortly after, he was transferred to The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi in the same capacity. In August 2022, Aagman was given independent charge as Hotel Manager for The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi.

Welcoming Mr. Aagman Baury to his new role, Mr. Anuraag Bhatnagar, Chief Operating Officer, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, said, “It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Aagmanto his new role at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi.His ability to make astute decisions and create a supportive environment for his team members is what makes him a good leader and an experienced professional. We are very confident that Aagman’scomprehensive knowledge of hotel operations will help us serve our guests better and take the guest experience at the hotel to the next level.”

Aagman Baury holds a Master’s Degree in International Studies and Diplomacy from the School of Oriental and African Studies.

FLO members try their hands with racket at Suchitra Badminton Academy

Hyderabad, November 19, 2022…. Members of the city’s elite organization, FLO(FICCI Ladies Organisation) are trying their hands with the racket at Suchitra Badminton Academy, a world-class Badminton Academy.

A five-day Badminton Tournament is currently underway as part of the Health and Fitness Drive.

100 FLO members comprised entrepreneurs, professionals, and achievers formed into teams and have been playing matches since 14th November.

FLO is the women’s wing of the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI). An all-India forum for women entrepreneurs and professionals.

The finals will be held on 19th November at Suchitra Academy where Ms. PV Sindhu will give away prizes to the winners and participants informed Ms. Shubhraa Maheshwari, Chairperson of FLO Hyderabad in a press note issued in the city today.

Hyderabad is known for Badminton besides Bangles, Biryani, Bahubali, and many other things. Badminton is the best and easiest sport that can be played in any open space just with a racket, she said

Unlike many racquet sports, badminton uses a feathered shuttlecock. Badminton is a non-contact sport, making it a lot safer than most contact sports. And can be played indoors. It is a swift game and a lot of calories can be burnt. That is why we chose this sport for Heath and Fitness Drive. And what is more exciting is an opportunity to meet, greet and interact with PV Sindhu motivates many participate and excel, said Ms. Shubhraa

Canadian Wood Hosted a Seminar at their Experience Center in Mumbai

Canadian Wood hosts a seminar on “Reman projects in Canadian Wood” with prominent speakers such as Ar. Salil Ranadive, Ar. Pravir Sethi & Mr. Vinoo Naik from the industry

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Bangalore, November 18th, 2022: The British Columbia (B.C.) provincial government’s crown corporation, Forestry Innovation Consulting India Pvt Ltd, popularly known as Canadian Wood, hosted a seminar on November 16, 2022, on ‘Re-man Projects with Canadian Wood’

The Canadian Wood campaign, which promotes using legally manufactured, responsibly harvested wood from British Columbia, Canada, has resumed after a two-year suspension brought on by the pandemic. This includes seminars and other activities that were previously halted. The session began with a welcome note and introduction by Mr. Pranesh Chhibber, Country Director, Canadian Wood, to set the tone, followed by presentations from distinguished speakers. Ar. Salil Ranadive, Principal Architect of SR+A Architects, was the second to take the stage and spoke on “Looking Back and Looking Forward. Ar. Pravir Sethi, Founder of Studio HINGE, took the stage next and shared his thoughts on designing with wood. Finally, Mr. Vinoo Naik, the founder of Interscape, shed some light on his various projects in Canadian wood throughout India. The session was closed by Mr. Gajanan Patankar, Assistant Director, Business Development, with a thank you note to the audience. The seminar was moderated by Dr. Jimmy Thomas, Assistant Director, Technical Services.

Pranesh Chhibber, Country Director, Canadian Wood, shared his insights on the current trends in the Indian construction industry, “Wood imports have a long history in India. Every year, India imports approximately 700 cubic metres of wood, 90% of which is used for re-man applications. One of the many reasons why manufacturers and architects like Canadian Wood is that we provide well-seasoned and uniformly sized wood when it is delivered, eliminating the need for the manufacturer to sort the wood before use. More and more builders and architects are requesting certified wood from sustainably managed forests as the market for structural applications and re-man increases in India.”

Ar. Salil Ranadive, Principal Architect, SR+A Architects, spoke about the ethics of building with wood. “As an architect, I support safeguarding the environment and people for the greater good. One of the reasons I prefer doing business with Canadian Woods is their attention to the environment and ethical business practices. They take the initiative to replant trees that they harvest to preserve the forest cover and at the same time offer certified wood from sustainably managed forests.”

Speaking on his association with Canadian Wood, Ar. Pravir Sethi, Founder, Studio HINGE, said, “I like Canadian Wood over local wood because of their strict quality control, standardization, and customization. They provide us with precisely sized and graded wood while taking the environment into account.”

Sharing his insights, Mr. Vinoo Naik, Founder, Interscape, said, “People in the southern portion of India are more likely to build using wood since it has long been ingrained in their culture. In fact, we are utilising western red cedar from British Columbia to construct a 1200-foot home for a customer in southern India. Building with wood has, in my opinion, started to become more popular once again. Due to its dynamic character, people in the northern parts of India have started to adopt this trend as well.”

Digital Launch of E-stamping Facility in Union Bank of India Branches in 14 States

Delhi 18th November 2022: Keeping pace with the Government of India’s Vision of “Digital India” Union Bank of India in association with Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited (SHCIL) launched the facility of e-Stamping by its Executive Director Shri Nidhu Saxena in a Digital Launch Ceremony at Union Bank of India, Govt Business Department premises in Delhi. Shri Nidhi Saxena ji said on the occasion that this facility will benefit the individuals/ corporates who want to pay the stamp duty in a secured and accessible environment of the Bank.

e- Stamping is a Computer based application of SHCIL, and a secured way of paying non-judicial stamp duty to the government. Stamp papers of various denominations can be issued as applicable in the stamp act of the respective state. The facility of e-Stamping is now available at selected Union Bank of India branches in 14 states and soon it will be expanded in 21 states at 628 branches of Union Bank of India. Once more states opt for e-Stamping branches facilities may be expanded on those states also stated Shri Nidhu Saxena.

Other dignitaries present at the Launch event were Shri Vivek Khurana, Head Govt Business, SHCIL and Shri R K Jaglan, General Manager, Govt Business Department, Union Bank of India and Officials from Regional and Zonal Offices of Union Bank of India through VC.

Quotes on Women Entrepreneurship Day | TurboHire, FreightFox and Ennoventure Inc

TurboHire

Ridhhi Sanghi,

Ridhhi Sanghi, Director & Head, People Success, TurboHire: “Women entrepreneurs have long been the backbone of our country, well before entrepreneurship became a catchy word. Women have run small businesses in agriculture, catering, clothing, and animal husbandry across the length and breadth of India, and yet, so many of their contributions have been erased. Women have all the talent and grit that anyone could ask for – what they’ve been lacking for a long time is a start. At TurboHire we’re proud to do our part through equitable hiring and strong exposure to the fundamentals of how an organization is run. On this Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, we’d like to appreciate all the women founders out there who have worked through obstacles to make an impact. We’d also like to cheer on the entrepreneurs-in-training, those who are currently either nursing ideas or testing them out – we see you, and we see your talent. And we know you can make it.”

FreightFox

Manjari Sharma,

Manjari Sharma, Co-Founder & CPO, FreightFox: ‘We are witnessing a long-overdue wave of female entrepreneurial power rising to the top. Manufacturing and logistics is a male-dominated space – at FreightFox, we’re proud to show young women that they too can make big contributions to logistics. On Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, we want to appreciate all the female founders out there and urge more women to enter the entrepreneurship space. Whether they’re building a logistics platform, a campaign management tool, or a water filtration device, their ideas matter, and their voice matters. At FreightFox, women are being identified and acknowledged as potent talent and are breaking the proverbial glass ceilings. We also want to reiterate our commitment to helping our female team members and colleagues succeed, thereby inspiring them to become the leaders of tomorrow”

Ennoventure Inc

Shalini

Shalini Nair, Co-Founder and Board Director, Ennoventure Inc: ‘For far too long, women have been told that careers in tech and business are not for them. At Ennoventure, we’re proud to be one of a growing number of women-led tech businesses that are changing the game. We’d like to appreciate our fellow female entrepreneurs today and encourage young girls and women with big dreams to pursue them. Good technology has no gender – the next great idea can come from anywhere. After centuries in the shadows, we’re proud and happy to see the number of female executives and business leaders take center stage and deliver solutions that are getting the attention they deserve.’