Archive: March 30, 2023

Quote on World Backup Day by Sooraj Balakrishnan, Head of Marketing, Acer India

“World Backup Day is a crucial reminder for all of us to take responsibility for protecting our digital lives. As most of our personal and professional information is stored digitally, it has become increasingly important to back up our data regularly. At Acer, we understand the importance of data protection and are committed to providing robust and secure PC and Server systems to secure customers’ data. Let’s take this World Backup Day to prioritize data backup and embrace a safer, more resilient digital future.” – Sooraj Balakrishnan, Head of Marketing, Acer India

Pacific Mall DDN organises a science fair, Pacific’s Wizards of Science

Pacific Mall DDN organised an event called ‘Pacific’s Wizards of Science’ from 24th to 26th March. The organisers planned several activities, such as ‘Indulge in Scientific Magic’, ‘Magical Whiteboard’, ‘Wizardly Bubble’, ‘Chemical Rockets’, to bring out the scientific calibre of 600 students who participated in the event. All the participants received participating certificates and special giveaways like Ghostcopters and Holograms.

“The science fair was our effort to get in touch with children and students whose favourite subject is Science. Science is usually a dreaded subject. Many students find it abstruse and mentally taxing. The Pacific’s Wizards of Science allowed students to boost their scientific inquisitiveness and reasoning abilities light-heartedly through games, activities, etc. We are happy that we could connect to a vast student community and offer them a unique and interesting perspective to look at the science subject.” Abhishek Bansal, Executive Director, Pacific Group, said.

Some of the program’s highlights were Magic Writing, Capture the Ghost, Popping rockets and Ghost Bubbles, which saw ebullient children’s participation. The science fair got rave reviews from parents who praised Pacific Mall DDN for instilling curiosity levels in children, which will indirectly help them in their studies and overall IQ building.

He continued, “Students engaged in the activity in a wholesome manner. It was a cherishing feeling to see students interact and ask valuable questions, which also imbued other students with the same level of excitement, dedication, and passion. Overall, it was an organised and well-planned event and I would like to credit the organising team for this.”

Dentsu Appoints Ashish Khanna as Global CEO, Dentsu Global Services

Mumbai, March 30, 2023: Dentsu today announced the appointment of Ashish Khanna as Global CEO, Dentsu Global Services (DGS), a globally networked talent capability that delivers high quality services across dentsu’s Creative, Media, and Customer Experience Management (CXM) businesses.

In this role, Khanna will lead DGS’s 8,500+ strong networked team across the globe. Reporting into Michael Komasinski, CEO, CXM, international markets, he will also work closely with the global leadership and brand teams to drive growth and operational excellence for dentsu clients around the world. Khanna will be responsible for operationalizing a globally networked talent capability that enables clients to access high-quality, consistent, cost-competitive services, combining the right expertise with the right technology from the right locations. Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, Khanna is committed to modernizing the operations of this global capability to drive sustainable impact for dentsu’s global clients, employees, and society.

Khanna is a seasoned professional with more than 25 years’ experience in driving transformation, innovation, and operational excellence for companies such as Genpact, Accenture, and PwC. He successfully oversaw delivery and transformative programs for Fortune 500 companies and managed large global teams. Some of the transformative programs involved driving operational effectiveness, digital platforms, and strategic technology deployment for global clients.

Komasinski said, “We are delighted to have Ashish on board. As an industry leader in automation, digital operations, and future-of-work strategies, he brings vast experience managing complex digital transformation programs, including new technologies, operating models, and digital service launches. In his capacity, Ashish will continue to drive dentsu’s long-term success by providing clients with high-quality service and fostering a positive work environment for our teams.”

Khanna said, “I am honored to lead Dentsu Global Services and power growth for dentsu. The world-class DGS team represents a wonderfully diverse group of networked talent who will work with radical collaboration across dentsu to build client-centric solutions powered by technology. I look forward to working alongside them to drive transformation, innovation, and operational excellence that will accelerate dentsu’s growth ambitions.” 

Dentsu’s globally scaled networked talent capability, DGS, is a consolidation of several key acquisitions in India, including Dentsu World Services, Live Area, Paragon, and Ugam. Together these teams have been delivering high-quality services for more than 800 global brands through innovative solutions tailored to client needs. With an aim to scale globally, DGS is investing heavily in highly skilled talent, processes, and technology. The team experienced accelerated growth in 2022 with 2,500 new hires on boarded across India. 

PMI the Bangalore India Chapter turned 25 years and celebrated its Silver Jubilee

Bangalore 30th March 2023: In a colorful event last week Project Management the Bangalore India Chapter turned 25 years and celebrated its Silver Jubilee.

During the event, eminent speakers of the industry like BEL, Happiest Minds, GE Health Care, IBM, Bosch, Chapter members, Founders, Board of directors, Patrons, and Past presidents, shared their enriching experience and association with the chapter. a musical evening was also arranged to cherish the silver jubilee celebration moment

Chapter President, Mr. Sachin Sood, secretary Mr. Srivatsa E.S and well attended by all the chapter members and office bearers

Project Management Institute (PMI) was founded in 1998, as an autonomous, non-profit organization. Since then, the chapter has been relentlessly working to provide a forum for discussion and examination of problems, solutions, applications, and ideas related to the management of projects and to foster communication between public and private sectors

Surya Roshni in a Bid to Understand the Rurban India

Surya Roshni, one of India’s most respected and trusted brands for Lighting, Fans, Home Appliances, Steel Pipes, and PVC pipes, has been using its experience, technology and innovation to make its consumers’ life simpler & healthier. Riding on its principle, ‘Keeping our ears to the ground’, the brand recently made an attempt to understand the challenges faced by major strata of the society.

The study concluded the need of ‘bright and more light’ amongst all age groups, be it youngsters doing artisan or any precision work, senior citizens who need more light to read and do their daily chores or anyone doing fine work like cutting onions, knitting, non stop reading, etc.

The entire spectrum needs high quality and sufficient functional lighting which, Surya recognizes and attempts to fill in the requirement. The company recently introduced its wide range of high wattage Battens with the ‘Metallica’ series.

The product ranges from 20 to 60 w. The range is multi-purpose that can be used in domestic or commercial decoratives. The range is designed keeping in view its aesthetics as well as eye safety, resulting in appropriate brightness levels required for varied applications across all age groups.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Jitendra Agrawal, CEO – Lighting & Consumer Durables, Surya Roshni said “At Surya, our efforts are consistently for a progressive and a healthy society. Our focus has always been to fill the everyday lives of our consumers with quality and innovation, in an environmentally sustainable way. Basis our recent research, since all age groups need “bright and more light” to function properly, Surya is very happy to launch High wattage LED Battens, which offer higher lighting, are energy efficient and good looking at the same time.”

Jyoti Mayal President Travel agents Association of India and Vice chairperson of Faith & Balbir Mayal organised the fifth edition of ICONIC 2023

Jyoti Mayal President Travel agents Association of India and Vice chairperson of Faith & Balbir Mayal organised the fifth edition of ICONIC 2023, a dynamism that converges the worlds of Luxury, Travel & Tourism and Hospitality along with a panel discussion, enthralling upon Tourists Soak in Luxperience. The eventful evening took place at ITC Maurya, Chanakyapuri on 23rd March 2023 graced by the presence of eminent foreign ministers and delegates.

The panel discussion this year focused on ‘Tourists Soak in Luxeperiences’.The  Special Speaker & Panellist for the event included Secretary Tourism, Govt. of India, Arvind Singh; former H.E. Ambassador of India, Deepa Gopalan Wadhwa; Nakul Anand, Executive Director, ITC Ltd; Principal Commissioner, Income Tax Mumbai, Rupinder Brar; Vice President, Emirates,  Mohammad Sarhan; Nguyen Thanh Hai H.E. Ambassador, Embassy of Socialist Republic of Vietnam; seasoned journalist and acclaimed author, Vir Sanghvi to name a few.

Bharat Pride’s National Science Technology Industry Expo held

Hyderabad, March 30, 2023:The Bharat Pride’s National Science Technology Industry Expo was held in Hyderabad at Anurag University in Hyderabad

The expo aimed to promote scientific and technological advancements in India, providing a platform for scientists, researchers, entrepreneurs, and students from various fields to showcase their innovations, network with potential investors and collaborators, and inspire the next generation of innovators.

A total number of 160 Stalls, with the representation of 63 Ministries/ Departments have put up the Stalls.  The visitors to the expo got a rare opportunity to have a closer view of the Scientific Contribution of Indian Science0 & Technology and Research & Development Organizations.

Shri. Naveen Mittal, IAS, Addl. Commissioner, Higher Education & Technical Education,Telangana was the chief guest, Chairman of Anurag University (AU) Shri. Palla Rajeshwar Reddy (MLC, Govt of Telangana) has graced the Science Expo.

Jagruthi Youth Association & Spark Computer Educational society organised the expo.

It was an Annual National Science, Technology, and Industrial expo.  It was the largest platform to discuss and showcase the outstanding growth of Indian science,
technology and industry and how rapid growth can bring up enlightenment to the millions of   students, youth and youngsters of our country.

CSIR, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, exhibited its latest research findings on biotechnology and chemical sciences. It demonstrated its various Labs’ remarkable Programs and achievements. Various labs viz. CDRI(Central Drug Research Institute), IIP(Indian Institute of Packaging), CIMAP(Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants), CLRI(Central Leather Research Institute), NEERI(National Environmental Engineering Research Institute), IMMT(Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology), IICT(Indian Institute of Chemical Technology) and five more labs have displayed their ongoing Projects and Research Projects.

Some of the other exhibitors include  Atomic Minerals Directorate (AMD),CSIR, ECIL, NFC, MECL, IMD, NIOT, BPL, SCCL, NCSM, NIEPID, and the Department of Science, Technology and Environment, Puducherry.

Thousands of visitors visited the CSIR pavilion and interacted with the scientists of CSIR and felt excited. Students and research scholars were highly inspired by watching the outstanding research works of CSIR and its laboratories across the country.