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Prabhat, The Temple of Art to deliver an unprecedented and captivating performance of the epic saga: The Mahabharata

Nov 26, 2022 by Rekha Nair 0 Comments

New Delhi, November 2022: Prabhat, The Temple of Art, one of the leading internationally renowned artistic institutions from Bengaluru is all set to treat Delhiites with an unprecedented and captivating live experience of the unapproachable epic saga: The Mahabharata.

“18 Days – Dusk of an Era” was premiered in Bengaluru which witnessed an impressive 5,000 attendees for full-house premium-priced presentations.

With a firm dedication to replicate their Bengaluru success story in Delhi, the institution’s highly talented and creative team led by Bharat R Prabhath and Sharat R Prabhath will stage six outstanding performances of the coveted multimedia dance musical, “18 Days – Dusk of an Era” which is based on the Kurukshetra war of Mahabharata.

18 Days is an exceptional experiment that demonstrates the greatness of India in terms of creative outpour, ethnicity, classical dance, drama, classical music and comprehensively portrays the Kurukshetra war in Mahabharata, the cult classic epic authored by sage Vyasa. The dance musical aims at unfurling the maze of events orchestrated in the Kurukshetra war, navigating through plots and schemes by tracing the single-most line of truth, the law of Dh(K)arma.

Prabhat, The Temple of Art

 

”The dance musical not only portrays the story of the Kurukshetra war in a distinctive fashion but also endeavors to address the unanswered questions of the readers of Mahabharata. Our production is a unique blend of martial arts, levitation techniques, classical dance forms, animation, aerial, symphony-style world music, and much more for a tantalizing experience for viewers,” said Bharat R Prabhath and Sharat R Prabhath, Art directors of 18 Days.

”18 Days also includes actual Sanskrit texts from Mahabharata and the storyline is meticulously tailored in English to reach viewers of all regions,” added the brothers.

There is this well-known shloka in Mahabharata which explains its comprehensiveness in a single line!

||यदिहास्ति तदन्यत्र यन्नेहास्ति न तत्कवचित् ||

(Whatever exists in Mahabharata, exists in the rest of the world. What doesn’t exist in Mahabharata, doesn’t exist anywhere else!).

18 Days has been brought to life by 50+ artistes on-stage encompassing Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Karanas, martial arts, Contemporary art forms and 20+ technicians off-stage highly adept in animations, magic tricks, costuming, make-up, lighting, sound design and so on.

Concept, Direction and Choreography – Bharat R Prabhath and Sharat R Prabhath

Music Composition and Scripting – Sharat R Prabhath

Creative and Technical Direction and Costume design – Bharat R Prabhath

The six performances in Delhi will be staged at the Kamani Auditorium which boasts a seating capacity of 600 on Dec 02, Dec 03, and Dec 04, in two slots viz., 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Passes are available on BookMyShow.

The event will also be graced by the presence of esteemed dignitaries from difference walks of life.

Business

Set Your Calendars for The Barbeque Company’s Special Punjabi Food Festival

Nov 26, 2022 by Rekha Nair 0 Comments

From 25th November to 2nd December 2022, in the Vaishali outlet, The Barbeque Company will host a Punjabi Food Festival. A rich menu including many sorts of food and drinks is a feature of this spectacular festival.

One of the best buffet restaurants, The Barbeque Company serves up multi-cuisine meals with a variety of flavours. Customers enjoy the restaurant because it provides a special blend of beautiful smoke and grill, a great buffet experience, and a large choice of delectable cuisine.

The menu for the Punjabi Dishes Festival at BBQ Company features a large range of food. The first thing the consumer at the festival will get is a welcome drink of their choice from the menu. They provide distinctive Punjabi vegetarian and non-vegetarian appetisers as well as vegetarian and non-vegetarian entrées. They also provide gourmet desserts, salads, and soups. On this unique food festival, they are also providing a Live counter and a particular Punjabi counter.

There are so many alternatives available in each of these categories for customers to select from. They have a large selection to pick from, sample, and consume. Additionally, they may sample fresh types that they had probably never tried before. Everybody will be able to find something they like there, regardless of age, culinary taste, or anything else.

The BBQ Company’s Punjabi Dishes Festival menu offers a wide selection of meals. The festival patrons will receive a welcome drink of their choice from the menu as soon as they arrive. They provide various non-vegetarian and vegetarian entrées as well as vegetarian and vegetarian appetisers from the Punjab region. Additionally, they provide premium salads, soups, and desserts. A Live counter and a specific Punjabi counter are also available during this special food event.

Customers have a wide range of options to choose from in each of these areas. They offer a wide variety to choose from, try, and eat. They may even try brand-new varieties that they had never before tasted.

Business

11 New Restaurants and Menus to Try Before the Year Ends

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

26 November 2022: With the holiday season beaming upon us, the festivities actively ramping up, and of course, the ever-increasing responsibilities of our daily lives, there appears to be little time set apart for some much-needed unwinding. But when you do get the time, show no remorse! For we’ve got you covered and we are here to make sure you don’t spend more hours pondering over picking the perfect restaurant that lets you escape reality, even just for a while. We have made a handy list of all the new restaurants in Mumbai to visit before the year ends or even just to bring in the new year. Read on to find out more about these restaurants and their delightful line-up of events: 

Juliette, Andheri

This modern European dining with eclectic Italian cuisine and sensational beverages is the ideal setting for you to engage in sweet encounters with your loved ones. Juliette is personified as a love between a beautiful-looking place with warm hospitality, lip-smacking food, and amazing cocktails made using modern ingredients, classic techniques, and amazing cocktails. 

Taftoon Bar & Kitchen, Bandra Kurla Complex & Powai

Taftoon, an Indian Restaurant & Bar is an ode to the flavours of the heritage Grand Trunk Road that recently opened another outlet at Powai and is now celebrating its 5th anniversary in the industry. Currently, Taftoon is hosting a week-long Bengali food festival at both outlets which focuses on the romantic state of Bengal, showcasing delicious vegetarian and non-vegetarian delights, succulent accompaniments, and mouth-watering Bengali desserts which are a must-try! 

House of Mandarin, Bandra & Powai

With the unique feature and exquisite cooking of House of Mandarin, you will embark on a fine-dining journey that will leave you thoroughly pleased! If you are someone who has a weakness for an unmatched culinary journey of great Asian food, then House of Mandarin is the perfect place to be! The HOM outlets have an ensemble of exciting events cued up that you can look forward to such as Fifa World Cup Screening, Bollywood Nights, Kayotic Sessions, SOS Nights (Techno, Old School Hip-hop), and more. 

Demy Café & Bar, Kamala Mills- Lower Parel

Demy, the all-new dazzling restaurant located in Kamala Mills is a breathtaking evolution of culinary adventures. The authentic and sophisticated cafe, and bar, offer a wide array of global cuisines. Demy is a place where you can savour the taste of the most popular cuisines in the most relaxing setting, and exchange old memories with your loved ones, so get ready to embark on a flavorsome journey of a lifetime at Demy. 

The Game Garden, Navi Mumbai

Bring in the festive season with your loved ones with a fun gaming session at The Game Garden which encompasses activities and games like bowling, cricket, bungee soccer, an indoor golf course, and many more interesting games starting from an affordable price of INR 80/- onwards. The icing on the cake? The Game Garden also serves you farm-fresh food in a rooftop restaurant called The Beer Garden, where you can grab a drink and a bite after some adventurous gaming sessions!  

Pink Wasabi, Juhu

There’s no such thing as too much pink, and besides the grass is pinker on this side – this side being the most Instagrammable all-day dining restaurant in Mumbai – Pink Wasabi. The newly revamped Asian dining space with its ‘Alice in Wonderland’ tea party vibes, recently introduced a new menu that lets you divulge in a delicious journey, making it the prettiest experience ever! So get your pink on and learn to #LoveTheGoodLife with your dear ones before the year ends. 

All Saints, Khar

Embark on a luscious culinary journey filled with scrumptious food and fine cocktails at the all-new All Saints. Here, matters not whether you’re a saint or a sinner, for All Saints welcomes you no matter which one choose to be! The restaurant is already buzzing with happy faces and loving embraces, while the tempo turns up in the background, making it your go-to restaurant that is second to none for fabulous dining or a fun night out. So book your tables NOW! 

Donna Deli, Bandra

Donna Deli is a one-of-a-kind place where you can go from coffee and co-working in the morning to cocktails and dinner in the evening. Donna Deli has recently launched an avant-garde high-tea concept in collaboration with Archana Kochhar, a well-renowned fashion designer, and is shaking things up with its molecular gastronomical endeavor that allows you to indulge in some bite-sized sandwiches or finger-licking desserts. This fun-sized culinary journey will surely enlighten your day! 

Bloom, Bandra

Bringing forth the notion of a healthy gut is the key to a healthy body is Bloom, a 7-day-a-week, breakfast-to-dinner eatery, and café which is plant-based, millet-based, vegan, as well as keto-friendly, and delivery-friendly. So get ready to end the year on a healthier note and quickly uplift your mood as you bring some sugar-free sweetness to your days that will keep you healthy and happy all the same time! 

Copper Chimney

The iconic Copper Chimney is celebrating its 50th anniversary, which is a pivotal milestone in its culinary history. For this special occasion, Copper Chimney has launched a new Limited Edition Autograph Menu as a tribute to its founder Mr. JK Kapur, featuring new dishes made with his secret recipes alongside the brand’s best-seller classics over the past 5 decades. And what’s more? To celebrate the milestone, you can expect a special 50% discount for the first 50 guests for dinners every day, this entire month of November. So make sure you don’t miss out on this spectacular experience! 

Kyma, Bandra

Kyma, the dynamic all-day casual bar and dining restaurant at One BKC, that focuses on Mediterranean and Asian cuisines has already acquired a glorifying spot in the hearts of many. So this is your cue to visit the restaurant and join the bandwagon! Kyma is all set to celebrate its 1st anniversary with its Christmas-themed menu to help you celebrate the weekend of the year in full swing!

Health

Diabetes & Its Impact On Human Eye Health

Nov 26, 2022 by Rekha Nair 0 Comments

Dr. Saptorshi Majumdar MBBS, MD-Ophthalmology (AIIMS), Department of Vitreo Retinal Services, Disha Eye Hospitals, Kolkata

 Diabetes is known to be a silent killer and affects a number of organs of the human body, including the eyes. Diabetic eye disease is a group of medical conditions that can affect people with diabetes. Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy and Glaucoma are some of the few eye diseases that may affect a diabetic individual during the course of his life.

Cataract:

A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye which leads to a decrease in vision.

Cataracts cause half of all cases of blindness and thirty-three percent of visual impairment worldwide. Cataracts are one of the earliest complications of diabetes mellitus and one of the most common causes of visual impairments in these subjects.

Symptoms of Cataracts:

➢ Clouded, blurred or dim vision
➢ Increasing difficulty with vision at night
➢ Sensitivity to light and glare
➢ Need for brighter light for reading and other activities
➢ Seeing “halos” around lights
➢ Frequent changes in eyeglass or contact lens prescription
➢ Fading or yellowing of colors
➢ Double vision in a single eye
➢ Need for frequent change in prescription glasses

Prevention:

Although there is significant speculation over whether cataract can be prevented at all, a number of studies have suggested that certain habits may reduce the risk factors. They are:
➢ Have regular eye examinations which can help detect cataracts and other eye
problems at their earliest stages
➢ Quit smoking
➢ Manage other health problems
➢ Choose a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables
➢ Wear sunglasses
➢ Reduce alcohol use

➢ Adequate intake of antioxidants such as Vitamin A, C and E
➢ Manage UVB exposure
➢ Take diabetes medicines as prescribed by the Doctor regularly

Diabetic Retinopathy:

Diabetic retinopathy, also known by the name of diabetic eye disease, affecting almost up to eighty percent of the population who have had diabetes for over twenty years is a medical condition concerning the retina, where damage is caused to the same as a result of complications of diabetes mellitus. The condition is a result of blood vessel damage in the retina and is reportedly the leading cause of blindness.

Diabetic retinopathy can be of two types: the first is non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy which is usually the milder and mostly the symptomless form while proliferative diabetic retinopathy is the more advanced and serious stage with the growth of excess and abnormal blood vessels in the retina, causing the retina to leak fluid and cause bleeding inside the eye.

Symptoms Of Diabetic Retinopathy:

Typically presenting almost no symptoms at the early stage, the symptoms of this condition affecting both the eyes of the individual become noticeable at the more advanced stage with sudden and complete loss of vision being the only detectable symptom in certain cases. Some other symptoms include:

➢ Blurry vision
➢ Weakened colour vision
➢ Poor nighttime vision
➢ Streaks or patches impairing the individual’s vision

Causes And Risk Factors:

Diabetic retinopathy usually affects those who have been affected by diabetes (diagnosed or undiagnosed) for a significant number of years. However, the risk of developing this condition is greater in case of High blood sugar level, High blood pressure, High cholesterol, Pregnancy & Smoking.

In the advanced stage of this condition, the blood vessels can be completely blocked, leading the eye to then produce excess and abnormal blood vessels and these new vessels break easily and leak fluid causing blurry patches of vision. This bleeding, on occasion, may be accompanied by tractional forces that can separate the retina and the eye, leading to a detached retina. As symptoms develop, a person with Diabetic retinopathy becomes increasingly likely to experience complete vision loss.

Prevention:

Although one cannot prevent diabetic retinopathy completely as for the majority of people with diabetes, diabetic retinopathy is an almost inevitable consequence. For a diabetic person the risks of developing the advanced stages can be reduced by doing the following:

➢ Frequent Eye Check Ups

➢ Managing diabetes
➢ Monitoring of blood sugar level
➢ Taking a glycosylated hemoglobin test with the goal of A1C being below 7%
➢ Quitting the use of tobacco
➢ Paying close attention to vision changes

Glaucoma:

Glaucoma is a medical condition that affects the optic nerve of an individual’s eyes and gets worse over time building up pressure inside one’s eyes. It is often considered inherited and may not show up until later in life. Glaucoma is of two types: open-angle which is the most common type and angle-closure which is a medical emergency and must be treated immediately.

If one is above the age of forty and has a family history of the disease, a complete eye exam is recommended. Further, if the person concerned is diabetic or has a family history of glaucoma, they should go for more often check ups.

Symptoms:

Most people with glaucoma have no early symptoms or pain. Regular eye check up can help in getting diagnosed and treated at the earliest.

The two most common types of Glaucoma: open-angle and angle-closure have completely different symptoms.

Symptoms of open-angle are:
➢ Slow or peripheral loss of vision, mostly in both eyes
➢ Tunnel vision in the advanced stages

Symptoms of angle-closure are:

➢ Severe eye pain
➢ Nausea and vomiting (accompanying the severe eye pain)
➢ Sudden onset of visual disturbance, often in low light
➢ Blurred vision
➢ Halos around lights
➢ Reddening of the eye

Prevention:

Although there is no way to prevent Glaucoma, having it diagnosed early means it can be treated better and more effectively. Medical experts also recommend a healthy lifestyle that incorporates regular exercise and a nutritious diet.

Some ways by which Glaucoma maybe prevented are:

➢ Maintaining a healthy weight.
➢ Keeping blood pressure at a normal level and control other medical conditions.
➢ Not smoking
➢ Limiting caffeine intake to moderate levels, because some evidence suggests
that high amounts of caffeine may increase eye pressure.
➢ Trying to exercise daily by doing physical activities such as walking,
swimming, or working in the yard.
➢ Getting regular, comprehensive eye exams, and consult your doctor if you
notice changes in your vision.

Thus, diabetes can affect a person’s sight in an adverse manner and so it is important that people who are diabetic plan regular check ups. As diabetes can cause damage to one’s eyes over time and may even lead to blindness, one must take steps to prevent diabetic eye disease or at least keep it from getting worse.

Business

Vedanta Aluminium becomes signatory to CII Climate Action Charter

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

New Delhi; 26 November 2022: Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, announces that it is now a signatory to the Confederation of India Industry (CII) Climate Action Charter. This reaffirms the company’s commitment to Net Zero carbon operations and to work with customers & suppliers to spur climate action in its value-chain, and is indicative of the role industries could play in successfully implementing climate change mitigation strategies.

The CII Climate Action Charter is a cross-industry initiative to promote structured climate action among Indian businesses. CII has evolved the Charter as a useful tool for businesses to track their climate impact, evolve tailored, long-term strategies to mitigate emissions and encourage participants across their value chains to transition to sustainable technologies and operations. Vedanta Aluminium aims to leverage this platform to lead sectoral climate actions and glean industry best practices, for long-term competitiveness and realization of sustainability targets.

Speaking about Vedanta Aluminium’s climate action journey, Mr Rahul Sharma, CEO – of Aluminium Business, Vedanta Ltd. said, “The impacts of climate change on companies and communities are far-reaching. Being India’s largest producer of aluminium, Vedanta Aluminium aims to be the leader, paving the way for sustainable development of the aluminium industry. Aluminium, with its limitless potential for sustainable applications, will be indispensable to a low-carbon future. And therefore, we believe the onus lies on us to mitigate and offset our carbon footprint, to create green value chains and a greener tomorrow. This journey will also see us work with local communities to make them climate resilient.”

At Vedanta Aluminium, excellence in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) is the bedrock upon which the company evolves its business aspirations. Highlights of the company’s climate-action endeavours include:

  • Reduction in GHG (greenhouse gas) emissions intensity by 24% in FY22, from the 2012 baseline, across the business
  • Reduction in GHG intensity at its largest aluminium smelter in Jharsuguda, Odisha, by 12% in FY22 while increasing production by 20%
  • Launched first low carbon ‘green’ aluminium from India, branded Restora
  • India’s largest industrial consumer of renewable energy at 3 Billion Units
  • Signed Power Delivery Agreement for 380 MW of renewable power supply to aluminium smelters
  • Commissioned India’s largest fleet of lithium-ion battery-powered EV forklifts
  • Ranked 4th in Dow Jones Sustainability Index world rankings for the aluminium industry
  • Utilising industrial by-products like fly ash, lime grit, etc. in circular avenues such as infrastructure, brick and cement manufacturing, etc.

Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.26 million tonnes in FY22. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 4th in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) 2021 world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.

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Religare Group supports the launch of the most awaited book ‘Lectures On The Art Of Surgery’

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

New Delhi, 26 November 2022: In an industry first initiative Religare Enterprises Limited (REL) supports the launch of a much-awaited book ‘Lectures on The Art Of Surgery’ by well-known surgeons, Dr. Harsha Jauhari and Dr. Ashish Dey that talks about surgical techniques, the surgery planning process, and aspects of conducting him/herself while doing the surgery, etc. The book was launched in the eminent presence of Dr. D S Rana, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Dr. Ajay Swaroop, Chairman, Board of Management, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Dr. Samiran Nundy, Emeritus Consultant, Department of G I Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and Dr. Rashmi Saluja, Executive Chairman, Religare Enterprises Ltd. at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital auditorium. The Religare Group has been actively involved in bringing the book to the readers.

‘Lectures On The Art Of Surgery’ is a seminal compilation of experiences and expert know-how that will help people from the medical fraternity understand the evolution and nuances of surgical practices and techniques, worldwide.

Dr. Rashmi Saluja, Executive Chairperson, Religare Enterprises, expressing her joy at the book launch, said, “REL, in line with its commitment to work towards health and education supports and presents this book that will help many aspiring surgeons to get knowledge from the vast experiences of Dr. Harsha Jauhari. It can help medicine enthusiasts and surgical practitioners to upskill their abilities with an inside view. The Religare Group considers it a privilege to partner with the writers of this book.”

Dr. Harsha Jauhari, the book’s Chief Editor stated, “The book is a gist of my experiences as a medical practitioner and surgeon. It is a leap of faith for Religare and one, which I’m confident, will lead to further collaborations between professionals from medicine and medical insurance. I hope medical enthusiasts, students of medicine and observers of the medical profession like it and use it as reference material, wherever suitable.”

Readers can soon purchase the book from newsstands, bookstores and online booksellers/Limited copies of the book will be available at select libraries of educational institutions and hospitals for students and medical professionals, etc.

Business

ASUS becomes the No. 2 consumer notebook company in India with a 20.6% market share in Q3 2022

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

New Delhi, November 26, 2022:  ASUS India, a Taiwanese technology giant, becomes the No. 2 consumer notebook company in India with a 20.6% market share and registered a 9% (YoY) growth in Q3 2022 as compared to Q3 2021 while market declined by 12%, as per IDC’s Worldwide Personal Computing Devices Tracker, 3Q22.

ASUS has grown exponentially from 15% in Q2 2022 to 20.6% in Q3 2022, with a growth of 72% (Q-o-Q) in the Consumer notebook segment. With this growth trajectory, ASUS has been one of the strong leaders in the gaming segment as well and is addressing the latest needs of customers with the innovative ROG laptop series.

This year has been a milestone for the brand regarding product innovations and launches, with robust product launches across consumer notebook, gaming, and creator series segments. The brand had surpassed the latest innovations across segments by launching some of the iconic & stellar innovations ranging from space edition, Zenbook Pro Duo, Zenbook 17 Fold, Zephyrus and ROG Flow series, and Strix Scar 17 SE, to name a few.

Commenting on the achievement Arnold Su, Business Head, Consumer and Gaming PC, System Business Group, ASUS India, said, “We are thrilled to capture the No. 2 position in the consumer notebook category in India in Q3 2022. It is a great moment for us to cherish & celebrate since our initial goal for this year was to touch 20% market share in India. With this accomplishment, we are aligned with our vision and hoping to receive newer and bigger heights in 2023 by offering customers innovative and high-performance devices.”

ASUS also aims to further strengthen its OLED laptop portfolio with the industry’s first innovations and aims to democratize OLED technology by making it more mainstream in the coming years.

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Exclusive interview with Mr. Hemant Sood , Founder of FinDoc.

Nov 26, 2022 by Rekha Nair 0 Comments

In an exclusive interview with Shreyas Webmedia Solutions (SWS), Mr. Hemant Sood, Founder of FinDoc discussed various aspects such as the business roadmap of FinDoc for 2023, the Benefits of Algorithm Trading, and many more…

SWS: Tell us about your company, specialization, and the services offered.

Hemant Sood: Findoc Group offers the best stock trading services to help institutions, businesses, and individual investors grow their wealth. Understanding our client’s needs and ensuring capital preservation is our top priority, always.

Established in 2012, Findoc is a member of major stock exchanges such as the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. (BSE), and Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd. (MCX), and National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Ltd. (NCDEX).

Findoc has emerged as one of India’s leading financial services providers that facilitates Algo trading, equity trading, derivatives trading, commodity trading, currency trading, and IPOs and mutual fund investments.

We are also SEBI-registered investment advisors, and we are well-equipped in generating research reports and recommending them to our clients.

Customer-first, holding this vision on the top, Findoc has been offering trustworthy financial services for over a decade now. Talk about Equity trading, commodity trading, wealth management, or the buzzing Algo trading, we offer bespoke financial solutions to each of our clients. We are ahead in Fintech technology like Algo trading, making trading easy and profitable for new traders. We have an in-house software development team who can code strategies as per the requirement of the trade.

The pioneering efforts of Findoc have been acknowledged and awarded with NCDEX KRISHI Award, TATA Mutual fund, ICICI Prudential, and SBI Mutual Fund, reflecting our credible financial services. Recently been awarded by NCDEX as a significant contributor to commodity markets

SWS:  How can today’s youth/students be their own boss by choosing to be AP/Sub Brokers?

Hemant Sood: The Indian economy has been doing very well compared to its global counterparts and the same is being reflected in India’s stock market also.

With layoffs becoming a trend and job security becoming a major concern, youngsters are looking towards being self-sufficient and being their boss.

Becoming a sub-broker or AP with a stockbroker is one of the exciting options which lots of people are choosing nowadays. Undergraduates/graduates can easily apply to be an AP with minimal or no investment. Traditional broking houses like Findoc have good programs/platforms for students where training/Learning is imparted as part of their onboarding process.

Various tools/platforms are also being provided to them to empower them along with excellent advisory and research support.

Unlimited earning opportunities as you earn depending upon the business you generate and the flexibility to work from home so that there is no need to come to the office/commute is also attracting them.

Working as an AP also provides work flexibility, and you can choose how many hours you want to work

SWS: What is Algo trading ? What are the important factors of successful algo trading?

Hemant Sood: Algorithmic trading is on an unstoppable rise in India. In 2008, the country allowed for algorithms and automated trades to be used by qualified companies only; however this new technology has quickly become one of the biggest contributors (if not THE MOST IMPORTANT CONTRIBUTOR) toward stock market volumes within Indian financial markets over time – controlling nearly 30%+1/3rds percent currently through Algo Trading strategies despite being fully implemented less than 10 years ago!

Algorithmic trading or Algo trading is the use of automated systems that follow a predetermined set of instructions (algorithms) to generate trading signals for making trading decisions in securities, foreign exchange, or futures markets. Algorithmic trading is now used by most traders, and it has the potential to change the way traders trade

Benefits of Algorithm Trading

1. Emotion-free Trading

Since Algo trading is based on computer-generated algorithms, there is no chance of human error or emotional trading decisions. Many traders have based their trades on intuition or gut feelings, this is not possible with Algo trading.

2. Automated Checks

If you are out of the office or travelling, you can set up your algorithm to perform automated checks and follow your position in the market. Finely tune your algorithmic trading strategies to work on your behalf by implementing stops and limits.

3. Low-Maintenance

You don’t have to work too hard when your Algorithm is working for you. You can sleep well knowing your customized algorithm is on the job 24/7 and will take care of trading for you.

4. Backtesting

With Algo trading software you can backtest and refine your algorithms against historical data. This will allow you to find the best combinations of parameters to trade.

5. More Opportunities

You can choose or create algorithm trading strategies to optimize your exposure to new opportunities in the market. Algorithms can take in more data than a human so you can customize based on real-time data.

6. Speed and Accuracy

Using Algo trading strategies can help you save time. You don’t have to spend time on your brokerage account. The algorithm follows your plan and places the order as soon as the signal is given.

7. Transaction Costs
With automated trading, there is no need for human traders to spend a lot of time monitoring markets since the algorithm automatically enters and exits trades. This will help reduce the transaction cost.

The global Algorithmic market is expected to grow significantly between 2020-2027. As more companies recognize the advantages of Algo trading, there will be more services and brokerages needed to support the growth in India and other parts of the world.

SWS: What is the business roadmap of FinDoc for 2023?

Hemant Sood: Findoc is growing rapidly, and we all share a dream of making it one of the best financial services companies in the country we as a team are all motivated to achieve new milestones in 2023 :

– Branches in Gift City, Gujarat in both Domestic & International Zone
– Branch in Mumbai
– New Corporate Office in Ludhiana with state-of-the-art facilities for employees
– Some more value-added features for our retail customers in our trading app
– Setting up a dedicated service team for 24*7 support to our customers
– Launch of PMS/AIF
– Launch a proper mix of retail products
– Robust RMS and back-office System
– Hybrid Brokerage Model ( Having the best of both the physical and digital world)
-Digital Sub broker Onboarding and Support Platform (FinDost)
-Catering FPI business
-Traders for Life & Treasury Management Event

About Mr. Hemant Sood 

Mr. Hemant Sood is a first-generation entrepreneur and angel investor based out of Ludhiana, Punjab.He believes in continuous learning and hence got certifications in Business Management from several reputed universities like Harvard Business School and MIT Sloan School of Management.

Specialities and Expertise lies in Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Team Building, Capital Markets, Management, and Leadership. He is also a member of the Board of Governors, IIT Mandi and a Regular Member of YPO.

From the Young age of 11, Mr. Sood had an entrepreneurial spirit in him. He always loved the financial market and was determined to learn more and as a step towards that, he became a sub-broker to a reputed stock broking company.

To achieve his dream, he established Findoc Investment Pvt Ltd in 2010 & under the leadership of Mr., Hemant Findoc has been growing steadily. Today the company is registered under major stock exchanges of the country such as NSE, BSE, MCX & NCDEX among others and has bagged many awards including NCDEX KRISHI Award, Tata Mutual fund, ICICI Prudential, and SBI Mutual Fund, reflecting our credible financial services. Recently been awarded by NCDEX and MCX also as a significant contributor to commodity markets

As an Angel Investor, he has invested in many upcoming startups and actively participates in various such forums and events where he shares his experience with young & upcoming entrepreneurs on how to scale their businesses.

Along with business he also believes in giving back to the community and society. He is Chairman of Samvedna Trust which is an NGO involved in a lot of philanthropic activities.

 

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Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks appoints Gaurav Paul as the Executive Chef

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

Bengaluru, 26 November 2022: Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks has appointed Gaurav Paul as the Executive Chef. With an extensive and diverse experience of more than 19 years in the hospitality industry, Gaurav will use his expertise to further facilitate the hotel’s promise of delivering unique culinary activities.

In his new role as Chef, Gaurav will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing new menus, while hosting food festivals, food promotions, and wine dinners. He would also oversee operations of various outlets in the hotel, and large banqueting events while meeting the quality standards

Talking about the appointment, Tejus Jose, General Manager, Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks said, “Chef Gaurav’s culinary knowledge has a vision to cultivate and maintain the finest culinary experience for our guests. We warmly welcome him to Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks and look forward to his unique gastronomic creations.”

Chef Gaurav has also won several accolades such as below:

  • Times food Award for the best European restaurant in Bengaluru in 2014.
  • Selected amongst “Top 3 Hotelier Guns In Bangalore Under 30” in 2015.
  • Awarded with the overall champions trophy in the National Culinary Expo organized by AIMS College in collaboration with ALMA a professional culinary school in Italy-Bengaluru in March 2015.
  • Rated amongst the top 10 restaurants of the country by FOOD LOVERS magazine
  • Planned and executed 10,000 pax outdoor catering for BIOCON Indian in 2019 Bangalore
  • Chief Veg Cook of the main galley in Carnival legend with a guest capacity of 2750 + crew in the year 2010
  • DCDP in the most prestigious 120 cover table de‘hote Steakhouse restaurant of the Carnival cruise line in Carnival Conquest with the guest capacity of 3750  +crew in the year 2011
  • All India chef competition runners up in Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management in New Delhi -2004
  • Gold medalist for the year 2002-2005 session from Nips School of Hotel Management Kolkata an ISO approved institute
  • Received a national level scholarship as a stage (intern) in VATEL-Ecole d’hotellerie Nimes France and specialized in French gastronomique cuisine in their 1 Michelin star restaurant Les Palmier and later awarded as the best trainee- france in 2007.
  • Awarded with numerous HYSTAR ( Hyatt Employee Recognition Award)
  • Best Employee of the Month Award in Carnival Cruise Lines

Commenting on his appointment, Chef Gaurav said, “I am delighted to join the team at Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks. I look forward to elevating the dining experience while working  closely with the team to maintain sanitation regulations and safety standards to proficient in all aspects of food preparation.”

A zealous and dynamic personality Gaurav is the epitome of curating recipes with a diversity of dishes for every palate. He has earlier worked with brands such as Hyatt Regency Kolkata, Vivanta By Taj MG Road Bangalore, Radisson Chandigarh, The Chancery Pavilion, Bangalore Carnival Cruise Line & many more. In addition to it, he has completed his Diploma in Hotel and Tourism  Management from NIPS School of Hotel Management – Kolkata.

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PM Modi’s Environmental Concerns Make India a Global Climate Leader with Bold & Ambitious Targets, says Former VC, NITI Aayog

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

Actions for Restoring Environment (ARE) Conference, organized by Energy Swaraj Foundation in collaboration with All India Council for Technical Education is a one-of-its-kind conference started with a bang on 24th November 2022 at Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. With 4 intensive sessions of discussions and deliberations, the conference reinstates and revokes the thought of climate action – ARE we taking enough action? The fourth session also saw Bollywood actress, and producer – Ms. Dia Mirza, who is also the UN Goodwill Ambassador.

During her session, she commented that the future of corporations and industries will be for those which bring positive change to society. She also spent time in the Energy Swaraj Yatra bus, commending Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki’s decision not going home and staying in the solar bus for 11 years for the greater good. The day also says a special message from Honorable Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi Ji, who congratulated Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki, Team of Energy Swaraj Foundation, and AICTE on taking forward the climate discussions

Most speakers agreed and re-imposed that not one organization but every organization and every individual needs to take climate corrective action. Climate action requires collective public action. The second day started with representatives from various spiritual organizations coming together to deliberate and pledge climate action. Prof Solanki initiated the discussion with the spiritual organizations by asking them the basic question – did the spiritual leaders failed to keep people’s respect for nature?

Acharya Lokesh Muni answered that the problem is “Ram ko mante hai, ram ki nahi mante.” Brother Golo from BramhaKumaris agreed saying that, we need a revolution to solve the problem of climate change. He added that what one lives, is taken care of, of one which is taken care of is not destroyed. He also commented that spirituality can be a guiding light, but the change needs to come from the self.

This was followed by the session with the representatives of the media. The most important point that emerged from the discussion during this session was that in today’s technology-driven world everyone can be a journalist and serve the purpose by taking appropriate action for climate change. It was amazing to see the intellectual minds coming together to pose the most basic, yet complex question of the current times – ARE we taking enough action. Former Vice Chairman of Niti Aayog – Shri. Rajiv Kumar Ji also spoke at the conference and asserted that India can become world leader in environmental innovation.

For the day, two sessions on industry and academic institutions are also planned, which will be followed by Energy Swaraj Awards, which will appreciate the exemplary efforts put in by individual and organizations to mitigate climate change. The purpose of ARE conference was to ask tough questions to everyone that ARE we taking enough action? All the speakers in the sessions conducted so far have are more or less been unanimous in accepting that No, we are NOT taking enough action. Let us not defeat the future of coming generations. Let us now become conscious and TAKE enough actions.