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HGV Licence Categories: A Comprehensive Guide

Apr 30, 2024 by Neel Achary 0 Comments

Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) drivers are essential cogs in the logistics and transport sector, ensuring goods are moved efficiently across cities, countries, and continents. For aspiring HGV drivers, fleet managers, or transport operators, understanding the different categories of HGV licences is crucial to career progression and operational success. This blog aims to demystify the category C, C+E, and C1 licences, guiding you through the requirements, limitations, and freedoms each licence provides.

Category C Licence

Often people ask what is cat C? Or has been referred to as the Class 2 HGV licence, the Category C licence is the stepping stone for individuals aiming to become professional HGV drivers. This licence allows the holder to operate vehicles over 3,500 kilograms (kg), with trailers up to 750kg maximum authorised mass (MAM). Ideal for those looking to drive box trucks, tipper trucks, or any large goods vehicle that falls within these weight restrictions, obtaining a Category C licence demonstrates a significant level of competency in handling substantial vehicles.

For candidates, acquiring a Category C licence involves passing a series of theoretical and practical examinations, focusing on vehicle safety, road safety, and cargo security. With this licence, drivers can significantly broaden their employability prospects in logistics and transport roles that demand a high level of driving precision and accountability.

Category C+E Licence

Building upon the foundations laid by the Category C licence, the C+E licence elevates a driver’s qualifications, allowing them to operate Category C vehicles with a trailer over 750kg MAM. This licence is pivotal for those who wish to handle articulated lorries, tankers, or other large vehicles integral to national and international haulage operations.

The versatility that comes with a C+E licence opens up diverse opportunities not only within domestic transport but also long-haul international delivery services. Drivers with this endorsement on their licence are critical in sectors where large-scale, weighty cargoes require transit over significant distances, necessitating drivers who can confidently manage the additional complexities of towing substantial trailers.

Category C1 Licence

The Category C1 licence serves a specific niche within the HGV driving profession. It allows drivers to operate vehicles weighing between 3,500kg and 7,500kg with a trailer up to 750kg MAM. This licence category suits those whose job demands the transportation of goods or materials that do not require the substantial load capacity of Category C vehicles but exceed the limits of standard driving licences.

Professions that frequently benefit from C1 licensed drivers include paramedics, tradespeople in construction, or those in the events industry who transport equipment and setups. The C1 licence offers a blend of flexibility and capability, catering to a wide array of employment opportunities that require more than a standard driving licence but less than a full HGV licence.

Conclusion

Understanding the specific capacities and restrictions of each HGV licence category is indispensable for anyone involved in or looking to enter the transport and logistics industry. Each licence category serves distinct purposes, catering to the diverse needs of modern commerce and public service demands.

For aspiring drivers, awareness and strategic pursuit of these licences can shape a rewarding career path. Meanwhile, fleet managers and transport operators benefit from recognising these distinctions to optimally staff their operations, aligning driver qualifications with the needs of their service offerings.

Indeed, the road to becoming a fully-fledged HGV driver or managing a fleet of specialised vehicles demands careful consideration of which licence best suits one’s professional aspirations or business requirements. With dedication and the right training, obtaining these licences will not only expand one’s horizons but also contribute significantly to the vital industry that keeps the economy moving.

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About:Energy enters technical partnership with McMurtry to enhance Spéirling’s battery technology

Apr 30, 2024 by Rekha Nair 0 Comments

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London, UK, 30th April 2024 – About:Energy, a world-leading innovator in battery development software is today announcing its partnership with McMurtry Automotive, a pioneer in electric vehicle innovation, to further enhance the battery technology for their record-breaking McMurtry Spéirling and Spéirling PURE customer cars.

This strategic collaboration between About:Energy and McMurtry brings together unparalleled expertise in electric vehicle innovation, battery testing and modelling to improve the battery lifetime and performance of their vehicles by harnessing the latest high-performance Molicel P50B battery.

The Molicel P50B, with its 5.0Ah 21700 form factor lithium-ion cell, presents the best power-to-energy ratio and highest ever energy density of 260Wh/kg (714Wh/l), surpassing previous benchmarks.

About:Energy will accurately model the battery cell behaviour and characterise the P50B cell’s performance, which will enable McMurtry engineers to integrate About:Energy’s crucial data into the design and simulations of their battery packs to maximise efficient fast charging and increased cycle life performance.

Gavin White, CEO and Co-Founder of About:Energy said: “We’re working in parallel with McMurtry on the quickest and most in-depth battery knowledge transfer to date to accelerating the development process of McMurtry’s vehicles.

Our aim is to eliminate the need for costly and time-consuming in-house battery testing by arming companies and their engineering teams with direct access to world-leading advanced battery intelligence, so they can build better batteries, and accelerate timelines by reducing reliance on physical testing.”

McMurtry is renowned for pushing the limits of electric vehicle performance. Its Spéirling hyper car became one of the world’s fastest pure electric cars at the Goodwood Festival of Speed Hillclimb in 2022, setting a record time of 39.08 seconds, and since demonstrated a world beating 0-60mph time of just 1.40 seconds.

Kevin Ukoko-Rongione, Chief Engineer, at McMurtry Automotive said: “Working with About:Energy feels like an extension to our in house team. Their engineers are proactive in supporting us to make the most of the battery data and insights obtained from their world class testing facilities. The benefit to us is a quicker time to market, and the benefit to our customers will be a battery pack which has both optimised performance and enhanced lifespan.”

Both companies are working closely together to empower McMurtry’s engineering team with enhanced data and virtual tools. This includes several workshops to support and familiarise engineers with the complex testing process and data outputs needed to optimise battery designs to push the limits of electric vehicle performance.

The announcement highlights About:Energy’s expanded offering and the importance of battery development software for high performance applications such as motorsports and hypercars.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with The Body Shop’s Heartfelt Campaign Featuring Diana Penty

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #Diana Penty, #Heartfelt Campaign, #Mother’s Day, #The Body Shop

30th, April 2024: There’s nothing quite as beautiful and symbolic as a rose to represent the unwavering love, care, and elegance of mothers. This Mother’s Day, The Body Shop has launched a heartwarming video campaign with Diana Penty featuring their iconic British Rose range as the perfect way to pamper and honour the most important woman in our lives.

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The film concept beautifully captures the sentiment behind Mother’s Day. It begins with Diana Penty finding inspiration to craft a textured art piece, evoking memories of her mother delicately shaping a rose through her own artistic expression. As she works through the clay between her hands, memories of her mom’s warm embrace and nurturing touch comes flooding back. Roses are for moms, she rightly claims, cherishing the warmth, softness, and bliss that can only resonate from a mother.

The iconic Bath and Bodycare British Rose range, known for its nature-inspired floral touch, offers the perfect way to honour mothers. Infused with the essence of handpicked roses from England, the British Rose Body Yogurt and the Hand Cream offers 48-hour hydration, ensuring a pampering experience for the daughters and mothers alike.

As a part of the film, The Body Shop invites everyone to gift deep love, care and pamper their mothers with the luxurious British Rose range.

This Mother’s Day, let’s celebrate the women who first taught us what it is to be strong, loving, and compassionate.

Ms. Harmeet Singh, VP, Product, Marketing & Digital, The Body Shop South Asia commented, “Our British Rose range pays homage to the eternal grace and beauty of mothers around the globe. This Mother’s Day, we invite everyone to express their love and appreciation with the gift of nature-inspired, vegan products from The Body Shop. Let’s cheer for the women who have nurtured us with the gentle touch of roses, embodying the essence of love, care, and strength.”

Actress Diana Penty, said, “My mother has always been my safe place, a haven where I can forget all my worries and feel only love and solace. And while I don’t get to acknowledge and appreciate her everyday, The Body Shop’s campaign is a love letter to her and mom’s everywhere. The British Rose collection is truly the best gift for her so she can pamper herself, even when I’m not around.”

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Marking The Gold: RITES completes glorious 50 years

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #Mr. Mithal, #RITES Limited, #Sankalp

Gurugram, April 30, 2024: RITES Limited, a leading engineering consultancy firm in India, celebrated its milestone 50th anniversary on Friday. The month-long Foundation Day celebrations, ‘Marking The Gold’, that were carried across worksites culminated with a cultural evening at Shikhar, RITES’ Corporate Office, Gurugram.

Members of RITES’ cultural team ‘Sankalp’ present RITES Anthem at the 50th anniversary celebrations

On the occasion, Chairman & Management Director Mr. Rahul Mithal launched RITES’ coffee table book – Atulya, a compilation tracing the organisation’s illustrious journey of becoming ‘The Infrastructure People’. Also, it marked the unveiling of ‘RITES Dharohar’, a novel initiative to treasure the organisation’s legacy and encapsulate the essence of its core values—Integrity, Professionalism and Excellence.

Addressing the gathering and paying gratitude to the founding fathers, Mr. Mithal said, “From pioneering projects to fostering sustainable practices, RITES’ five-decade journey has been characterized by Resilience, Innovation, Transformation, Efficiency, and Sustainability. Surging ahead, leveraging our expertise we will continue playing a meaningful role in sustainable infrastructure development.”

Established in 1974, RITES has built a distinguished reputation for its comprehensive engineering and consultancy services across sectors. It was recently granted the coveted Navratna status, making it to the elite group of CPSEs. Listed in 2018, RITES is also among the top 500 listed companies in the country.

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Granules India Limited Announced ANDA Approval for Colchicine Capsules

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #ANDA, #Colchicine Capsules, #Granules India Limited

Hyderabad, 30 April 2024: Granules India Limited announced today that the US Food & Drug Administration (US FDA) has approved its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA), filed by Granules Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (GPI), a wholly owned foreign subsidiary of the Company, for Colchicine Capsules, 0.6 mg. It is bioequivalent and therapeutically equivalent to the reference listed drug (RLD), Mitigare Capsules,0.6 mg of Hikma International Pharmaceuticals LLC (Hikma).

Colchicine Capsules are indicated for prophylaxis of gout flares in adults.

Granules now have a total of 64 ANDA approvals from the US FDA (63 Final approvals and 1 tentative approvals).

The current annual U.S. market for Colchicine Capsules is approximately $55 Million, according to MAT Feb 2024, IQVIA/IMS Health.

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Granules India Limited, incorporated in 1991 is a vertically integrated fast-growing Indian pharmaceutical company headquartered in Hyderabad with best-in-class facilities and a commitment to operational excellence, quality, and customer service. We are among the few pharmaceutical companies in the world to be present in the manufacturing of the entire value chain – from Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), Pharmaceutical Formulation Intermediates (PFIs), and Finished Dosages (FDs). Our products are being distributed to over 300+ customers in regulated and semi-regulated markets with a global presence extending to over 80+ countries with offices across India, U.S., and U.K. The Company has 10 manufacturing facilities out of which 8 are located in India and 2 in USA and has regulatory approvals from US FDA, EDQM, EU GMP, COFEPRIS, WHO GMP, TGA, K FDA, DEA, MCC and HALAL.

Safe Harbor: This document is to provide general background information about the Company’s activities as at the date of the release. The information contained herein is for general information purposes only and based on estimates and should not be considered as a recommendation that any investor should subscribe / purchase the company shares. The Company makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to, and does not accept any responsibility or liability with respect to, the fairness, accuracy, completeness or correctness of any information contained herein. This release may include certain “forward looking statements”. These statements are based on current expectations, forecasts and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from these statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations include, amongst others general economic and business conditions in India, ability to successfully implement our strategy, our research and development efforts, our growth and expansion plans and technological changes, changes in the value of the Rupee and other currencies, changes in the Indian and international interest rates, change in laws and regulations that apply to the Indian and global pharmaceuticals industries, increasing competition, changes in political conditions in India or any other country and changes in the foreign exchange control regulations in India. Neither the company, nor its directors and any of the affiliates or employees have any obligation to update or otherwise revise any forward-looking statements. The readers may use their own judgment and are advised to make their own calculations before deciding on any matter based on the information given herein. No part of this release may be reproduced, quoted or circulated without prior written approval from Granules India Limited.

Disclaimer/Disclaimer: This press release serves for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Any reliance on the information provided is at the reader’s discretion.

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Vishay Extends Critical Manufacturing MES to Semiconductor Business

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments

April, 30, 2024, PORTO, Portugal – Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH), a leading global manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components, has extended its roll out of Critical Manufacturing’s MES from its initial site in the USA in 2019 to now include Vishay’s semiconductor manufacturing facilities. On the heels of a global contract that will install the Critical Manufacturing software in more than 30 plants in Vishay’s passive components business, the new agreement will extend it also to Vishay’s semiconductor business, beginning with the Voecklabruck, plant in upper Austria.

Vishay

Vishay Intertechnology has one of the world’s largest portfolios of semiconductors, including small, medium and high-power diodes and thyristors. Over the past two decades, the company has experienced rapid growth, mostly through strategic acquisitions. It now has factories in more than 50 global locations and is standardizing and consolidating manufacturing operations across these locations.

As Bernd Fankhauser, Director Operations Fab Voecklabruck, describes the situation: “Our Legacy MES system is nearing the end of its lifecycle. We need a solution that not only replaces all the current functionality but also provides a platform to support future digital transformation initiatives. This could include tighter integration with production equipment, real-time material traceability, workforce certification monitoring, real-time quality monitoring and predictive maintenance.”

As with the MES implementation at its passive components fabs, the fact that Critical Manufacturing could not only replace the legacy MES functionality but also had a full menu of proven modules to support advanced manufacturing operations, was a major selling point.

In the first phase of the semiconductor migration, Vishay will implement core MES modules to standardize batch and lot tracking and tracing of all production steps, including WIP tracking, master data, equipment tracking, alarm, and maintenance management, as well as an advanced interfacing to the SAP ERP system. Phase one will also provide the digital infrastructure for future implementation of advanced digital functionality such as machine integration, labor management and SPC-guided quality control.

Vishay’s Vice President VP for MES and Manufacturing Process Automation Dr. Thomas Amrein comments, “The passives components MES roll out proved that Critical Manufacturing was absolutely the right MES partner for us. We expect that their standardized approach — from functional modules down to pre-made programming objects — will reduce costs not only at the implementation phase but also during operation, helping us optimize return on all production and automation assets.”

Tom Bednarz, Sales Manager for Tech Europe at Critical Manufacturing adds: “Critical Manufacturing MES is the ideal solution for companies that are growing through acquisition, like Vishay. They are poised to become one of the largest and most digitally integrated manufacturing operations in the world. As our collaboration continues, I am quite sure that we will set new standards for operational excellence, agility, and innovation in electronics manufacturing.”

Vishay will initiate the semiconductor migration to Critical Manufacturing MES in the Voecklabruck plant with the possibility of further expanding its functionalities worldwide to other manufacturing locations, both, front- and backend plants.

About Critical Manufacturing

Critical Manufacturing, leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant and a subsidiary of ASMPT, provides the most modern, flexible and configurable manufacturing execution system (MES) available. Critical Manufacturing MES helps manufacturers stay ahead of stringent product traceability and compliance requirements, reduce risk with inherent closed-loop quality, integrate seamlessly with enterprise systems and factory automation, and provide deep intelligence and visibility of global production operations.

As a result, our customers are Industry 4.0 ready. They can compete effectively and profitably by easily adapting their operations to changes in demand, opportunity, or requirements, anywhere, at any time. For more information, visit www.criticalmanufacturing.com

About ASMPT

ASMPT (HKEX stock code: 0522) is a leading global supplier of hardware and software solutions for the manufacture of semiconductors and electronics. Headquartered in Singapore, ASMPT’s offerings encompass the semiconductor assembly & packaging, and SMT (surface mount technology) industries, ranging from wafer deposition to the various solutions that organize, assemble and package delicate electronic components into a vast range of end-user devices, which include electronics, mobile communications, computing, automotive, industrial and LED (displays). ASMPT partners with customers very closely, with continuous investment in R&D helping to provide cost-effective, industry-shaping solutions that achieve higher productivity, greater reliability and enhanced quality.

ASMPT is one of the constituent stocks of the Hang Seng Composite MidCap Index under the Hang Seng Composite Size Indexes, the Hang Seng Composite Information Technology Industry Index under Hang Seng Composite Industry Indexes and the Hang Seng HK 35 Index.

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Zscaler Research Observed Over 79 Million Phishing Attempts In India, Ranking Third Globally

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #Deepen Desai, #Sudip Banerjee, #Zscaler Research

Bengaluru, April 30, 2024 – Zscaler, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZS), the leader in cloud security, today announced the release of the Zscaler ThreatLabz 2024 Phishing Report, which analyzes 2 billion blocked phishing transactions across the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform, the world’s largest cloud security platform, between January and December 2023. The data revealed a year-over-year increase of nearly 60% in global phishing attacks, fueled in part by the proliferation of generative AI-driven schemes such as voice phishing (vishing) and deepfake phishing. This year’s report includes actionable insights on phishing activity and tactics, along with offering best practices and strategies to enhance an organization’s security posture to prevent and minimize related threats.

“Phishing remains a persistent and often underestimated threat within the cybersecurity landscape, growing more sophisticated as threat actors harness cutting-edge advancements in generative AI and manipulate trusted platforms to intensify attacks,” said Deepen Desai, CSO and Head of Security Research. “In this context, the latest ThreatLabz insights are more crucial than ever for informing our strategies and strengthening phishing defenses. These findings emphasize the need for organizations to adopt a proactive layered approach that integrates a robust zero trust architecture with advanced AI-powered phishing prevention controls to effectively counteract these evolving threats.”

India among top three targets for phishing attacks globally

In 2023, the United States (55.9%), United Kingdom (5.6%) and India (3.9%) emerged as the top countries targeted by phishing scams. India experienced over 79 million phishing attacks, ranking as the third highest volume of phishing attempts recorded in the Zscaler cloud in 2023 (following the U.S. at 1.1 billion and the U.K. at 112.9 million). Moreover, it stands out as the most targeted country in the APJ region for phishing attempts, accounting for 33.12% of the total phishing attacks in the region.

“The advancement of the nation’s digital infrastructure, growing population of internet-connected users and extensive use of online financial transactions has undoubtedly led to an escalation in numbers and sophistication of phishing attacks in the nation,” shared Sudip Banerjee, CTO, Asia Pacific & Japan at Zscaler. “As threat actors find new malicious means to extract and steal user data, steps are being taken by the Indian government, such as the implementation of Digital Personal Data Protection Act, to help circumvent the proliferation of such attack vectors. In addition, enterprises across India are also exercising cyber vigilance and doubling down on their zero trust strategies to ensure their organization is well protected against emerging threats.”

The majority of phishing attacks originated from the U.S., the U.K., and Russia, while Australia entered the top 10 due to a 479% year-over-year surge in the volume of phishing content hosted in the country.

Technology sector in India witnessed the highest number of phishing attacks

The finance and insurance sector experienced the highest number of overall phishing attempts, amounting to a 393% increase of attacks globally from the previous year. Reliance on digital financial platforms provides ample opportunities for threat actors to carry out phishing campaigns and exploit vulnerabilities in this sector.

Whereas in India, the technology sector saw the highest volume of attacks, accounting for almost 33% of the phishing attacks observed in the country. Meanwhile, the manufacturing sector experienced the highest attacks in Australia, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan while the services sector was the top-targeted industry in Japan and Hong Kong.

The manufacturing industry also experienced a significant uptick (31%) in phishing attacks from 2022 to 2023, underscoring the growing awareness of the industry’s vulnerability. As manufacturing processes become more reliant on digital systems and interconnected technologies like IoT/OT, the risk of exploitation by threat actors seeking unauthorized access or disruption also grows.

Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand used in phishing attacks

ThreatLabz researchers identified enterprise brands such as Microsoft, OneDrive, Okta, Adobe, and SharePoint as prime targets for impersonation due to their widespread usage and the value associated with acquiring user credentials for these platforms.

Microsoft (43%) emerged as the top imitated enterprise brand in 2023, with its OneDrive (12%) and SharePoint (3%) platforms also ranking in the top five—serving as lucrative targets for cybercriminals aiming to exploit Microsoft’s vast user base.

How a Zero Trust architecture can mitigate phishing attacks

Organizations can implement a Zero Trust architecture with advanced AI-powered phishing prevention controls to effectively defend against the ever-evolving threat landscape highlighted in the report. The Zero Trust Exchange platform helps prevent conventional and AI-driven phishing attacks at multiple stages of the attack chain by:

Preventing compromise: TLS/SSL inspection at scale, AI-powered browser isolation and policy-driven access controls prevent access to suspicious websites.
Eliminating lateral movement: Users connect directly to applications, not the network, while AI-powered app segmentation limits the blast radius of a potential incident.
Shutting down compromised users and insider threats: Inline inspection prevents private application exploit attempts, and integrated deception capabilities detect the most sophisticated attackers.
Stopping data loss: Inspection of data in-motion and at-rest prevents potential theft by an active attacker.

Methodology

Zscaler ThreatLabz analyzed 2 billion blocked phishing transactions between January and December 2023, exploring various aspects including top phishing attacks, targeted countries, hosting countries for phishing content, distribution of company types based on server IP addresses, and the top referrers linked to these phishing attacks.

Disclaimer/Disclaimer: This press release serves for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Any reliance on the information provided is at the reader’s discretion.

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Commercial Real Estate Market Thrives in Kolkata’s CBD: A New Growth Phase

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #CBD, #Commercial Real Estate Market, #Kolkata, #Mr Adarsh Bhagat, #Mr. B.P. Singh Roy

Kolkata, 30th April, 2024: As the urban landscape of Kolkata undergoes rapid transformation, the city’s investment in office spaces is experiencing a significant shift. Salt Lake’s Sector V which has been the IT hub of the city since its inception with fringes of Kolkata – Rajarhat and New Town also attracting a chunk to remain in the IT Hub, but a significant shift is taking place in the Central Business District of Kolkata. The evolution is closely tied to the impact of urbanization along the banks of eastern side of Ganges, presenting new opportunities for real estate developers and buyers alike.

With significant demand for grade A office space, it is noticed that rents in different micromarkets have increased by 11% this year, the greatest rate of growth in the nation. Further Kolkata’s demand for office space reached at 9-year high, with 1.4 million sqft leased last year.

Analysts said that a large pool of IT expertise and solid infrastructure, including power, water, and better traffic management than several other cities, affected the decision, even if affordable rentals and ready-to-use spaces urged corporations to pick Kolkata.

An interesting trend shows that CBD of Kolkata is experiencing a revival with new commercial spaces, improved transportation links, and enhanced amenities. This transformation has caught the attention of businesses looking to upgrade their workspaces and leverage the benefits of a more central location.

Significantly, Mr. B.P. Singh Roy, COO, Keventer Realty said, “In Kolkata’s bustling commercial scene, the CBD is undergoing a remarkable revival. We are excited to witness this transformation. With increasing demand for prime office spaces and improved infrastructure, the CBD beckons growing business.”

He further added, “Keventer Realty is slated to launch Keventer ONE, an iconic commercial twin tower with a helipad, set to become a landmark in the CBD. Stay tuned for the unveiling of this architectural masterpiece, designed to inspire innovation and elevate business standards.”

Several companies especially in the service and marketing sector pointed out that moving their office to the CBD has been a strategic decision to position the company closer to key clients and business hubs. The new infrastructure and facilities available in the CBD are unparalleled, providing a conducive environment for employees and boosting productivity.

Mr Adarsh Bhagat, Director at Ginni Realty Projects Pvt Ltd said, “Accessibility and connectivity are among the primary factors driving this relocation trend. The CBD offers excellent connectivity through multiple modes of transportation, including metro, buses,ferry service and railways, making it easier for employees and clients to commute.” Moreover, the CBD’s central location provides proximity to financial institutions, government offices, and other business establishments, fostering networking opportunities and collaborations, Mr Bhagat added.

As Kolkata continues to urbanise, the demand for office spaces in emerging areas is expected to rise further. The city’s investment in infrastructural development, coupled with initiatives to promote sustainable growth, will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of its commercial real estate sector.

Investors and businesses keen on tapping into Kolkata’s evolving office space market are advised to keep a close watch on the developments in the revamped CBD of Kolkata. With strategic planning and timely investments, there are ample opportunities to secure a foothold in these burgeoning areas.

Disclaimer/Disclaimer: This press release serves for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Any reliance on the information provided is at the reader’s discretion.

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Marking The Gold: RITES completes glorious 50 years

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #Fallout, #Gold, #Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, #RITES, #series

Based on one of the greatest video game series of all time, Fallout is the story of haves and have-nots in a world in which there’s almost nothing left to have. Two-hundred years after the apocalypse, the gentle denizens of luxury fallout shelters are forced to return to the irradiated hellscape their ancestors left behind—and are shocked to discover an incredibly complex, gleefully weird, and highly violent universe waiting for them.

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Ella Purnell is Lucy, an optimistic Vault-dweller with an all-American can-do spirit. Her peaceful and idealistic nature is tested when she is forced to the surface to rescue her father. Aaron Moten is Maximus, a young soldier who rises to the rank of squire in the militaristic faction called Brotherhood of Steel. He will do anything to further the Brotherhood’s goals of bringing law and order to the wasteland. Walton Goggins is the Ghoul, a morally ambiguous bounty hunter who holds within him a 200-year history of the post-nuclear world.

The series stars Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets), Aaron Moten (Emancipation), Walton Goggins (The Hateful Eight), and Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks). The series cast also includes Moisés Arias (The King of Staten Island), Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks), Sarita Choudhury (Homeland), Michael Emerson (Person of Interest), Leslie Uggams (Deadpool), Frances Turner (The Boys), Dave Register (Heightened), Zach Cherry (Severance), Johnny Pemberton (Ant-Man), Rodrigo Luzzi (Dead Ringers), Annabel O’Hagan (Law & Order: SVU), and Xelia Mendes-Jones (The Wheel of Time).

The series comes from Kilter Films and executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. Nolan directed the first three episodes. Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner serve as executive producers, creators, and co-showrunners. Athena Wickham of Kilter Films also executive produces, along with Todd Howard for Bethesda Game Studios and James Altman for Bethesda Softworks. Amazon MGM Studios and Kilter Films produce in association with Bethesda Game Studios and Bethesda Softworks.

Fallout is available to stream exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. Fallout is a part of the convenience and entertainment that Prime members enjoy in a single membership.

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Supply chain platforms transforming the industry through tech

Apr 30, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #industry through tech, #school practices, #Supply Chain, #upside down

Supply chain platforms are getting a high-tech makeover that’s shaking up the industry. With innovations like AI, data analytics, and even blockchain, these platforms are turning old-school practices upside down. They are making logistics a breeze and moving towards smarter decisions, fewer hiccups, and lightning-fast responses to market challenges. Companies are able to achieve higher levels of productivity, reduce costs, deliver superior customer experiences and stay competitive. Here are 4 such companies that, integrate technology to the best:

 1. FarEye – A leading logistics management company, FarEye provides end-to-end visibility and predictive analytics to businesses. The platform offers multiple tech solutions such as dynamic routing solutions, the use of AI, tech for enhancing customer experience, and more.
2. ShakeDeal – A Bangalore-based company, ShakeDeal is a leading supply chain and B2B commerce platform that excels at procurement processes. ShakeDeal has Mozart as their Vendor Management System that uses tech to optimise tail spending and automate the supply chain to streamline processes. Alongside, they use other tech like AI, and analytics, among others, to ease processes.
3. Edgistify – Edgistify is a tech-enabled brand that leverages the latest technology to offer supply chain management. The tech-driven platform uses EgdeOS to provide end-to-end supply chain visibility, along with other tech solutions that allow unified order processing and effective warehouse management.
4. Rivigo – A tech-enabled logistics company, Rivigo has an innovative approach to long- haul trucking. The brand uses a unique relay model and advanced data analytics to ensure faster and more reliable delivery of goods across India. Industries are broadening their technological horizons, and the supply chain sector is no exception. By embracing an array of advanced tools and welcoming new technologies, we are witnessing a significant enhancement in the quality of supply chain management. As businesses continue to integrate innovative solutions into their operations, the landscape of supply chain management is poised for further advancement and optimization in the coming years.