Archive: March 31, 2023

Sprinklr Announces Fourth Quarter and Full up 22% year-over-year Fiscal 2023 Results

India March 2023 Sprinklr, the unified customer experience management (Unified-CXM) platform for modern enterprises, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ending January 31, 2023.

“We are very pleased with Sprinklr’s fourth quarter performance, and overall strong results in FY23. Our Q4 non-GAAP profitability and free cash flow are a result of efficient execution, and creating business value for customers with our Unified-CXM platform. We are well positioned to be a disruptor in the contact center space with our AI-powered Sprinklr Service offering. We are also excited by our pace of innovation, notably the launch of self-serve Sprinklr Social, which extends our leadership in a category we created,” said Ragy Thomas, Sprinklr Founder, and CEO.

Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2023 Financial Highlights

• Revenue: Total revenue for the fourth quarter was $165.3 million, up from $135.7 million one year ago, an increase of 22% year-over-year. Subscription revenue for the fourth quarter was $148.3 million, up from $117.7 million one year ago, an increase of 26% year-over-year.
• Operating (Loss) Income and Margin*: Fourth quarter operating loss was $1.8 million, compared to an operating loss of $35.8 million one year ago. Non-GAAP operating income was $14.3 million, compared to a non-GAAP operating loss of $11.5 million one year ago. For the fourth quarter, the GAAP operating margin was (1)% and the non-GAAP operating margin was 9%.
• Net (Loss) Income Per Share*: Fourth quarter net loss per share was $0.00, compared to a net loss per share of $0.14 in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2022. Non-GAAP net income per share for the fourth quarter was $0.06, compared to non-GAAP net loss per share of $0.05 in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2022.
• Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Marketable Securities: Total cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of January 31, 2023, was $578.6 million.

Full Year Fiscal 2023 Financial Highlights

• Revenue: Total revenue for the fiscal year 2023 was $618.2 million, up from $492.4 million one year ago, an increase of 26% year-over-year. Subscription revenue for the fiscal year 2023 was $548.6 million, up from $427.7 million one year ago, an increase of 28% year-over-year.
• Operating (Loss) Income and Margin*: The fiscal year 2023 operating loss was $51.2 million, compared to an operating loss of $99.5 million one year ago. Non-GAAP operating income was $6.0 million, compared to a non-GAAP operating loss of $35.5 million one year ago. For the fiscal year 2023, the GAAP operating margin was (8)% and the non-GAAP operating margin was 1%.
• Net (Loss) Income Per Share*: The fiscal year 2023 net loss per share was $0.21, compared to a net loss per share of $0.57 in the fiscal year 2022. Non-GAAP net income per share for the fiscal year 2023 was $0.01, compared to non-GAAP net loss per share of $0.24 in the fiscal year 2022.
* Non-GAAP operating (loss) income and non-GAAP operating (loss) income per share and non-GAAP operating margin are non-GAAP financial measures defined under “Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” and is reconciled to net loss or operating loss, as applicable, the closest comparable GAAP measure, at the end of this release.
Financial Outlook

Sprinklr is providing the following guidance for the first fiscal quarter ending April 30, 2023:

• Subscription revenue between $153 million and $155 million.
• Total revenue between $168 million and $170 million.
• Non-GAAP operating income between $3 million and $5 million.
• Non-GAAP net income per share between $0.00 and $0.01, assuming 268 million weighted average shares outstanding.
Sprinklr is providing the following guidance for the full fiscal year ending January 31, 2024:
• Subscription revenue between $644 million and $648 million.
• Total revenue between $710 million and $714 million.
• Non-GAAP operating income between $41 million and $45 million.
• Non-GAAP net income per share between $0.13 and $0.15, assuming 273 million weighted average shares outstanding.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release and the accompanying tables contain the following non-GAAP financial measures:

• Non-GAAP gross profit and non-GAAP gross margin
• Non-GAAP operating (loss) income and non-GAAP operating margin
• Non-GAAP net (loss) income and non-GAAP net (loss) income per share
We define these non-GAAP financial measures as the respective GAAP measures, excluding, as applicable, stock-based compensation expense-related charges, charges on litigation settlements and amortization of acquired intangible assets. We believe that it is useful to exclude stock-based compensation expense-related charges and amortization of acquired intangible assets to better understand the long-term performance of our core business and to facilitate a comparison of our results to those of peer companies over multiple periods. We also exclude charges on litigation settlements that are considered to be non-ordinary courses as we do not consider such losses to be indicative of our core business. We calculate non-GAAP net (loss) income per share by using non-GAAP net (loss) income divided by basic weighted average shares for the period regardless of whether we are in a non-GAAP net (loss) or income position and assuming that all potentially dilutive securities are anti-dilutive.
In addition, the press release and the accompanying tables contain free cash flow which is defined as net cash used in operating activities less cash used for purchases of property and equipment and capitalized internal-use software, and adjusted free cash flow, which is defined as free cash flow plus cash adjusted for litigation settlement costs. We believe that free cash flow and adjusted free cash flow are useful indicators of liquidity as they measure our ability to generate cash, or our need to access additional sources of cash, to fund operations and investments.
However, non-GAAP financial measures have limitations in their usefulness to investors because they have no standardized meaning prescribed by GAAP and are not prepared under any comprehensive set of accounting rules or principles. In addition, other companies, including companies in our industry, may calculate similarly titled non-GAAP financial measures differently or may use other measures to evaluate their performance, all of which could reduce the usefulness of our non-GAAP financial measures as tools for comparison. As a result, our non-GAAP financial measures are presented for supplemental informational purposes only and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for our consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP.
Sprinklr has not reconciled its expectations as to non-GAAP operating loss, or as to non-GAAP net loss per share, to their most directly comparable GAAP measures as a result of the high variability, complexity, and low visibility with respect to the charges excluded from these non-GAAP measures; in particular, the measures and effects of stock-based compensation expense specific to equity compensation awards that are directly impacted by unpredictable fluctuations in our stock price. We expect the variability of the above charges to have a significant, and potentially unpredictable, impact on our future GAAP financial results. Accordingly, reconciliation is not available without unreasonable effort, although it is important to note that these factors could be material to Sprinklr’s results computed in accordance with GAAP.

HP Leads in Hybrid Work with Future-Ready Portfolio

CHICAGO, March 2023 – Last evening at the Amplify™ Partner Conference, HP Inc (NYSE: HPQ) announced new products and solutions to usher in the next era of hybrid work for everyone with a comprehensive set of computing solutions for hybrid flexibility.

With only 22 percent of workers describing themselves as ‘thriving’ in hybrid work, it’s clear companies are still figuring out how to make hybrid work. “Most companies want to move past the ‘forced return’ to the office era of hybrid work,” said Alex Cho, President of Personal Systems, HP Inc. “The challenge is, they’re not sure how to. We believe the future is hybrid flexibility, which delivers the best of the home and the office to workers everywhere.”

According to HP’s Future of Work study, 80 percent of workers want to be in the office some of the time, but many companies continue to struggle to get workers back in the office. HP research suggests that the biggest barrier to a return to office is a sub-optimal technology experience. 89 percent say technology is the most important factor driving a return to office decisions1. Similarly, of those who report thriving in hybrid work, 90 percent believe that access to the right technology and tools leads to a positive work experience. To accelerate employees’ return to work, the right technology is required for optimal work setups, enabling success for companies and their employees.

“Hybrid work does not equate to working remotely. True hybrid work creates a great culture that connects people, raises productivity, and builds engagement. Technology is the biggest factor in doing that,” said Guayente Sanmartin, Global Head of Commercial Systems and Displays Solutions, HP Inc. “HP is the only company that can truly make hybrid work across all spaces – home, office, and in between – and we’re going big with innovations to help keep people connected, productive, and secure.”

HP Presence Enriches Collaboration Experiences in the Era of Hybrid Flexibility

Since 2021, HP Presence has enriched video conferencing experiences on the PC with intuitive collaboration innovations for people to truly feel connected while working together at home or in the office. HP Presence will be available across all HP commercial notebooks – from ProBook and Dragonfly series to Z by HP mobile workstations. This provides companies the critical solutions for revitalizing collaboration, culture, innovation, and productivity to make working in or out of the office a seamless experience. Innovations include multi-camera experiences enabling users to be shown while whiteboarding at the same time and Auto Camera Select for face tracking makes meetings more engaging and natural.

Work Seamlessly at Home, Office, Meeting Spaces, and On-the-Go

The next generation of HP EliteBook and ProBook devices are equipped for premium collaboration with HP Presence and next-level productivity. As users move throughout the day from home to office to meeting rooms, these devices are designed for hybrid flexibility:

• HP EliteBook 800 and 805 G10 Series PCs: Featuring the world’s most advanced business convertible for collaboration,[i] the lineup makes virtual meetings authentic and interactive with HP Presence technology. Equipped with a 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processor[ii] or next-generation AMD Ryzen™ processor[iii] and up to 64GB LPDDR5 memory,[iv] the series features enterprise-ready security and manageability.
• HP EliteBook 600 and 605 G10 Series PCs: Equipping workforces with the latest technology at a cost-effective price point, the premium design, collaboration experiences, manageability, and security will empower users to be heard and seen whether in the office or remotely. The PCs are equipped with a 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processor8 or next-generation AMD Ryzen™ processor.9 The HP EliteBook 600 Series devices feature two USB Type A (USB 3.2 Gen 1), one Thunderbolt™ 4 with USB4 Type-C® port, and one multifunction USB Type-C® port for easy configuring. The HP EliteBook 605 Series lineup is outfitted with three USB Type A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) and one multifunction USB Type-C® port.
• HP ProBook 400 and 405 G10 Series PCs: Enabling SMB leaders and employees to thrive in hybrid while getting the most out of their IT investment by offering built-in collaboration tools for productivity, multi-layered security, and a durable, serviceable chassis. The notebooks feature performance that accelerates the productivity of a growing business with a 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processor8 or next-generation AMD Ryzen™ processor.9

High-Performance Designed for Hybrid Flexibility

HP reinvigorates innovation with a focus on technology and solutions that not only deliver high performance but address new challenges with hybrid work when collaborating on large projects with complex workflows. Since 2019, 71 percent of companies have increased workstation deployments to future-proof workforces with reliability, expandability, and remote access.[v] Z by HP with HP Presence provides the collaboration tools and high-performance compute solutions needed to power today’s workflows.

The latest ZBook G10 mobile workstations — ZBook Firefly, ZBook Power, ZBook Studio, and ZBook Fury — give power, performance, and battery life from anywhere.

• ZBook Firefly G10 and ZBook Power G10: Both new workstations combine pro-level performance with mobility. Users can stay productive with pro-grade components, enhanced collaboration features, and color-accurate displays — everything needed to take on projects from anywhere. With the options to configure with the new Intel® vPro® platform powered by 13th Gen Intel Core™ processors,9 [vi] next-generation AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors for mobile, and NVIDIA RTX™ Ada Generation Laptop GPUs,[vii] or integrated AMD Radeon™ graphics, HP is helping eliminate slowdowns during high-performance workflows while also increasing productivity. The ZBook Firefly and ZBook Power will be the first in the ZBook portfolio to now offer AMD Ryzen™ and Ryzen™ PRO processors for mobile.
• ZBook Studio G10: Push workflows with up to an Intel®️ Core™️ i9 CPU,8 NVIDIA RTX™️ Ada Generation Laptop GPU or GeForce RTX™️ GPU,13 and 64 GB RAM.[viii] From 3D design to data science and AI computing, this PC delivers. Packed with pro performance in a sleek PC that fits in your bag, the ZBook Studio is engineered for building complex models, rendering in real-time, or visualizing data, on the go.
• ZBook Fury G10: Tackles intense workflows from anywhere by offering a desktop-class Intel Core HX processor for pro performance.8 The new ZBook Fury is also combined with up to an NVIDIA RTX™ 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU,13 for users simultaneously rendering 3D models, running simulations, analyzing large data sets, or training machine learning models from anywhere.

The recently announced Z by HP Performance Desktops includes the world’s most powerful single-socket workstation with 4 GPUs, enabling complex, data-rich workflows for hybrid workplaces. Upgrades to the Z by HP portfolio of purpose-built entry desktop workstations are now available with next-gen Intel® Core™ processors8 and the latest NVIDIA RTX™ professional GPUs. These entry-level desktop workstations are for users who want to step into power and performance while remaining agile with remote access for high-end workflows. The Z2 Mini G9, Z2 SFF G9, Z2 Tower G9, and Z1 Tower G9 are built for designers, engineers, and students working in multiple applications at once. The new HP Anyware Remote System Controller will now also be supported on the Z2 Mini G9, Z2 SFF G9, and Z2 Tower G9. As the world’s most advanced remote management peripheral, it is built for out-of-band management, allowing IT departments the ability to monitor and manage a workstation fleet from anywhere. The Z by HP entry desktop workstation portfolio continues to bring performance and broad expandability to keep users in the creative zone.

Be Seen, Be Heard, and Be Productive in Any Workspace

Hybrid work is not just working remotely – it’s about delivering an experience that works seamlessly for those in the room and those joining remotely. HP and Poly are now delivering the world’s most comprehensive set of commercial video conferencing devices for hybrid work.[ix]

The latest Poly software update, Poly Video OS 4.0, delivers powerful experiences like AI-driven multi-camera mode that can keep multiple speakers in the frame for the most engaging remote collaboration experience. The Poly Video OS 4.0 is now available across the Poly Studio X Series of video bars and the Poly G7500 modular video conferencing system. The Poly Studio X70 is the first and only video bar for large rooms certified for Microsoft Teams, along with the Poly G7500. Additionally, the Poly Studio X Android-based video bars are available and certified for Google Meet.

Whether you’re taking a personal call, a conference call, or listening to your favorite playlist, the recently announced Poly Voyager Free 60 Series of wireless earbuds provide an elevated pro-grade experience. HP is introducing an entry-level model – the Poly Voyager Free 60 – designed for use with mobile devices and comes with a standard charge case. The series includes three versions: the Poly Voyager Free 60, Poly Voyager Free 60 UC, and Poly Voyager 60+ UC. The Poly Voyager Free 60 UC and 60+ UC versions are now certified for Microsoft Teams and Zoom. All models are compatible with leading audio and video conferencing applications.

With nearly 70 percent of mouse users experiencing pain around the wrist,[x] the HP 920/925 Ergonomic Vertical Mouse helps keep your hand in a more relaxed, natural upright position. The world’s most versatile ergonomic vertical wireless mouse, the HP 920/925 features a detachable wrist rest to make it just as useable on the go. Users can feel good about its recycled materials and plastic-free packaging.[xi]

When you want to be as connected to your peripherals on the road as you are at home, stay powered and productive with the HP 4K USB-C Multiport Hub. With an ultra-compact design, the multiport hub features four versatile USB-C® ports[xii] with multi-OS support – a 65W port to power laptops, two ports to connect and charge accessories, and another port to charge or connect to a 4K display with full functionality.

With DECT™ [xiii]considered one of the most reliable forms of mobile communications for retail and verticals[xiv], the Poly Rove 20 wireless DECT™ IP phone delivers the freedom to move and the flexibility to scale as companies grow. Built for on-site employees, the Poly Rove 20 is an entry-level single-cell DECT handset with robust and secure communications and connectivity with an extensive range. Equipped with up to 35 hours of battery life, it pairs easily with the Poly B1 Base Station to support concurrent calls and expand voice range. The Rove 20 handset is compatible with all Rove IP Phones, utilizing the latest standards in DECT™ wireless security so you can speak freely.

Expanding the Boundaries for Remote PC Management

Hybrid work has made remote PC management at scale more complex, yet more essential. To address this challenge, HP is announcing HP Wolf Connect an IT management connectivity solution that provides a highly resilient and secure connection[xv] to remote PCs, enabling IT to manage devices even when powered down or offline. Using a cellular-based network, HP Wolf Connect’s robust connectivity[xvi] helps ensure IT teams can readily manage a dispersed hybrid workforce. It can reduce the time and effort needed to resolve support tickets, secure data from loss or theft to mitigate a potential breach, and optimize asset management.

HP Wolf Connect with HP Wolf’s Protect and Trace is the world’s first software service capable of locating, locking, and erasing a PC remotely, even when it’s turned off or disconnected from the Internet.[xvii] This capability protects sensitive data on the move and helps lower IT costs by reducing the need for PC remediation or replacement.

HP Home Delivery Streamlines Hybrid Worker Setup

As IT teams now manage hybrid workers both at home and in the office, setting up employees with the right devices wherever they are in the world can be an unreliable, complicated, and inconvenient process. As part of HP Logistics Services,[xviii] the HP Home Delivery[xix] solution securely delivers[xx] HP commercial PCs, displays, and peripherals[xxi] directly to employee residential addresses across the globe[xxii] so hybrid workers can get their devices conveniently up and running right out of the box. Updates to HP Home Delivery enable more efficient ordering, tracking, and proof of delivery.

Serigen, an innovative tissue regeneration startup, raises INR 5.8 crores from BioAngels, Colossa Ventures and other Angels

31, March 2023: Serigen Mediproducts, an innovative medical products company with a pioneering portfolio of silk protein-based products, has successfully raised INR 5.8 crore funding in a seed funding round from BioAngels (powered by IAN and BIRAC) and Colossa Ventures. The lead investors from BioAngels powered by IAN include Uday Chatterjee, Sri Prakash, Rishabh Mehta, Umakant Panwar and Anirudh Agarwal. The round also witnessed participation from other prominent angel investors and experienced entrepreneurs including Aadesh Harale, Anand Deshpande, Sanjay Dalmia, Shantanu Deshpande and Priti Rao.

The company will utilize the investment for business growth and rapid scaling of its manufacturing and sales verticals. Serigen Mediproducts further intends to use the investment for team expansion and strengthening its intellectual property portfolio.

Serigen Mediproducts uses a natural biomaterial, silk, to develop path-breaking tissue regeneration products. This platform technology is protected via patents and the startup leverages it to develop products for orthopedics, breast cancer and advanced wound care.

Founded by a team of seasoned biomedical technology developers and experienced scientists, Serigen Mediproducts is the world’s first company to do a clinical trial using silk for bone repair. It is ISO 13485 certified and has also secured all regulatory (CDSCO) approvals for manufacturing and sales of its advanced wound care product – Seriderm, which has demonstrated excellent clinical outcomes in diabetic foot ulcers.

Speaking on the same, Dr. Manish Diwan, BIRAC, said, “The sole mission of BioAngels is to connect angels, early-stage VCs and HNIs with biotech and healthcare companies for funding and value-added business mentoring. With its patented innovation, great team and exceptional products, the company is on the path of rapid growth and development. We extend our best wishes to the team and are looking forward to supporting them in all ways possible.”

The lead investors, BioAngels powered by IAN further added, “We are delighted to work with Serigen, an innovative biotech startup doing path breaking work, in the area of tissue regeneration using natural silk proteins. Serigen being a woman led company is a matter of both joy and pride to us. We believe Serigen represents a new trend in biotech innovation in India, and we are happy to be a part of their journey.”

Ms. Ashu Suyash, Founder and CEO, Colossa Ventures and ex-MD of CRISIL said, “The astute team of Serigen Mediproducts has created an outstanding nextgen tissue regeneration platform technology powered by silk. This platform is versatile and has the potential to be deployed across several medical fields. We are confident the company will deliver excellent clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction in the coming times. We look forward to supporting their development and being a part of their growth journey.”

Dr. Anuya Nisal, Founder and CEO, Serigen Mediproducts, said, “At Serigen Mediproducts, we envision growing into a global medical products company in the times to come. We are grateful to BioAngels, Colossa Ventures and other key angel investors, who trusted us and partnered with us. With the investment received in this round, we look forward to scaling our business, expanding our team, strengthening our intellectual property portfolio and focusing on product development.”

The Indian medtech industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 37% from 2020 to 2025 to touch $50 billion within the forecast period. The sector is still in its nascent stages but is expected to grow significantly in the future because of the rising aging population, government’s support, increasing health insurance penetration and growing medical tourism. Serigen Mediproducts intends to bridge the gaps existing in the market and reduce the market’s dependence on foreign companies. The company envisions becoming a global player in the coming times. 

H.R. College Dance team to Perform at the Opening Ceremony of IPL

History in the making by HR brand Ambassadors *Dancing their way from Online Platforms to National Platforms! H.R. College of Commerce and Economics is proud to announce that our cultural Committee’s Dance Team along with their choreographer Tejas Puthran have been selected to perform at Ahmedabad at the World’s Biggest T-20 Cricket Tournament – Indian Premier League by ultimate Dance Legend Mr. Shaimak Davar.

They will be seen live on Star Sports Network and Jio Cinema on the 31st of March at the Opening Ceremony of the tournament which will commence around 6 pm.

HR brand ambassadors have made us proud and we are eagerly waiting to see stars on television for the first time at the IPL grand launch ceremony.

CavinKare Launches its Digital First Clean Beauty Brand  TRUTHSOME…

India, March 31, 2023: Cavinkare, a leading FMCG and personal care company, has announced the launch of its new brand, Truthsome. This brand offers clean beauty hair care and skin care products with a transparent approach to ingredients, ensuring that all products are free of harmful chemicals while delivering the highest efficacy.

Truthsome is available on multiple platforms including Amazon, Nykaa, Myntra, Flipkart, Purplle, Jiomart, and its own direct-to-consumer website, truthsome.com. The brand is also accessible in the United States of America through Amazon and Walmart, as well as in the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom through Amazon.

The products are developed and manufactured with the help of an in-house research and development team with over 35 years of experience in the FMCG, personal care, and professional care industries. This expertise ensures that all Truthsome products are of the highest quality, providing customers with the best possible experience.

C K Ranganathan, Chairman & Managing Director of Cavinkare, says, “We are thrilled to introduce Truthsome to the market. Our commitment to offering clean beauty products with no harmful chemicals and the highest efficacy is what sets us apart from the competition.”

Venkatesh Vijayaraghavan, CEO of Cavinkare, adds, “At Truthsome, we believe that transparency is key when it comes to ingredients. Our customers can trust that they are getting the best possible products for their hair and skin.”

Amudhavalli Ranganathan, Director of E-Commerce and CK Group of educational institutions, states, “We are excited to bring Truthsome to the forefront of the beauty industry. Our focus on clean beauty and high efficacy sets us apart and we can’t wait to share it with the world.”[PF1]

Truthsome offers a range of products in the Haircare category, including Shampoos, Conditioners, Hair Serums, And Hair Oils, with innovative and effective ingredients such as Blue Algae, Shea Butter, Avocado, Coconut Water, And Bhringaraj. In the Skincare category, Truthsome offers Facewashes And Facescrubs with ingredients such as Vitamin C, Activated Charcoal, Aloe Vera, Coffee, And Mulberry. These ingredients provide effective results for a variety of skin types and concerns.

85 multi-city worldwide Ahimsa Run to be held in Hyderabad for world peace and non-violence

Hyderabad, March 31, 2023: IIFL Ahimsa Run for peace and non-violence, organized across 85 locations worldwide on a single day, will be held in Hyderabad on 2nd April at 5 am.

The IIFL Jito Ahimsa Run aims at creating awareness for a better world to stop wars, and hatred and bring peace and nonviolence in our surroundings.

More than one lakh to participate in the 85 Runs that will be held in 65 locations in India and 20 Global Locations including US and UK

This is the first time in global history that thousands of runners will join for a cause across several locations simultaneously on a single day.

This run is expected to mark its entry into the Guinness World Records, Word Records India, and the Limca Book of Records for the most runners to run in multiple locations for the cause of Ahimsa (non-violence).

Over 2800 participants are expected to participate in 3 Run in Hyderabad categories 3K, 5K, and 10K to be held Jala Vihar, PV Narasimha Rao, Marg, Hyderabad

The 1st Edition of the run is being organized by JITO (Jain International Trade Organisation) Hyderabad Ladies Wing.  It is called “IIFL JITO AHIMSA RUN for peace & for non-violence” JITO is a worldwide organization of businessmen, industrialists, knowledge workers, and professionals reflecting the glory of ethical business practices. JITO Ladies wing has been created to empower Jain Women. And provide a platform where all JAIN women regardless of their firkas and faith can converge to create a powerful movement for benefit of all.

The total prize money for a 10K timed Run is Rs 90000 (Ninety Thousand only). The Run will start and end at the JalaVihar Parking zone. The route for the run will be from Jala Vihar towards Sanjeevaiah park and back.

JITO Hyderabad chapter was started in the year 2009 under the chairmanship of Shri Gautam Pokarna with Shri D.C Galada as the Chief Secretary.

The run has been endorsed by many public personalities across India and aims to initiate the younger generation towards peace and nonviolence at an early age to create a future generation where war and violence will become a thing of the past.

All ages and genders can run for Peace & Non -Violence. One can register for IIFL JITO Ahimsa Run at https://jitohyderabad.org/about-us/ to become a part of the run.

Videotex to exhibit its Smart TV Solutions at the 30th Convergence India Expo, Delhi

Delhi, March 2023: Over four decades old, Videotex International, India’s leading ODM/OEM for manufacturing Smart TVs and the first licensed webOS Hub Smart TVs manufacturer in India, to participate and exhibit in India’s largest Tech & Infra expo to be held from 27th March to 29th March 2023, Pragati Maidan, Delhi. Shri. Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Govt of India to grace the occasion with his presence as the Chief Guest.

Videotex has consistently worked to bring cutting-edge solutions to the Indian smart TV industry and will showcase the entire range of 32 to 75-inch smart TVs available in HD, Full HD, and 4K. The company will focus on webOS TV solutions, which already have more than 15 leading TV brands onboarded for manufacturing. The Videotex booth will bring an experiential experience to the visitors.

“We are thrilled to participate in the 30th edition of the Convergence India expo. It is the perfect place to discover, connect and explore. We are looking forward to networking with the industry players and giving them a first-hand experience of Videotex technologies and offerings.” says Arjun Bajaj, Director, of Videotex International.

The Convergence India 2023 expo expects 1,000 participants from 40 countries, over 200 start-ups from across India, 100 senior speakers from government and industry, and 50,000 visitors over a period of three days. The expo will also be graced by the presence of Ministers and senior dignitaries from the Government of India, along with industry leaders, Smart City CEOs, city planners, Mayors, Ambassadors, and stakeholders from India and around the globe.

TCNS Clothing holds textile design workshop INC.TEX to identify, nurture and promote emerging talent in the textile design industry

Mumbai, 31 March 2023: To identify, nurture and promote emerging talent in the textile design industry, the Incubation Cell at TCNS Clothing in collaboration with NIFT organized a textile design workshop INC.TEX at Le Meridian, Gurgaon. This one-of-its-kind initiative provided an exclusive opportunity to 25 talented students from the country’s renowned fashion institute to learn from experienced industry professionals and bring their ideas and innovative concepts to the fore.

During the INC.TEX workshop, the students were required to conceptualize and create a print design for women-wear and write a ‘Statement’ for their work in the daylong event. An interesting mix of unusual material was provided for them to experiment with.

Talking about the initiative, Anant Daga, MD, TCNS Clothing Co. Ltd., said, “TCNS believes in design that is innovative, contemporary, and functional as we continually strive to nurture and foster new talent in the retail industry. Taking this thought a step further, The Incubation Cell at TCNS has offered this unique opportunity to bring together students’ visionary ideas to the fore. We aim to stir up excitement amidst the students and acquire the best talent through INC.TEX as TCNS believes in giving a similar atmosphere of growth and learning in the organization. Our collaboration with NIFT will provide a unique platform to the next generation of creatives and will act as a stepping stone for trailblazers in the Apparel Retail Industry.”

Speaking about the workshop, Prof. Dr. Sudha Dhingra, DEAN, NIFT, added, “Workshops like these help students to be better prepared for the industry, and enhance synergy between them and the industry. It is exciting to see the distinct narratives created by students while developing their innovative and conceptual designs building. I would like to thank TCNS Clothing for providing this wonderful opportunity to the students. It should be established as a regular prestigious award for the students to look forward to and participating in this would enhance their learning experiences and provide motivation for excellence.”

The workshop witnessed students demonstrating their skills and ideas in conceptualizing print design/ ‘Maquette’ for womenswear during the event. During this, experienced professionals from TCNS encouraged them to come up with distinct narratives while developing their innovative and conceptual designs. The collaboration between students and professionals helped participants acquire valuable insights and resulted in a better exchange of ideas and perspectives.

Students were felicitated by Mr. Anant Daga – MD, TCNS clothing, Dr. Sudha Dhingra – DEAN, NIFT in the presence of Prof. Savita Rana – Textile Design NIFT Delhi, Sreyashee Halder – Head of Design  & Pallavi Vatsa – Head HR, TCNS clothing in an Award Ceremony.  The exemplary performances were recognized during an award ceremony that also marked the successful end of the day-long event. Students from NIFT- Anushka Nayan and Om Chaudhari won the top two awards and Jivitesh Mundari and Priya Soni were awarded an internship at TCNS.