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LM Wind Power and United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) Join Hands to Revitalize Doddasaggere Botanical Garden through Water Conservation Initiatives

Nov 4, 2024 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments #Doddasaggere Botanical Garden, #Dr. M. Jagadesh, #Karnataka, #Koratagere, #Lalbagh Botanical Garden, #LM Wind power, #LM Wind Power (India) Pvt. Ltd., #Rajesh Krishan, #Rajesh Lobo, #The Department of Horticulture, #United Way Bengaluru (UWBe)

Koratagere, Tumkur District – November 04th, 2024: LM Wind Power (India) Pvt. Ltd., in partnership with United Way Bengaluru (UWBe), successfully inaugurated two water bodies in the Doddasaggere Botanical Garden, marking a major milestone in sustainable water conservation and ecosystem restoration. The ceremony, graced by leaders from LM Wind Power, UWBe, and The Department of Horticulture, Karnataka, included a traditional Bagina ritual to celebrate the filling of the ponds and the positive impact the project will have on the botanical garden.

Spanning 228 acres, Doddasaggere Botanical Garden is part of an ambitious project by the Karnataka Department of Horticulture to establish five botanical gardens in Karnataka, modelled after the iconic Lalbagh Botanical Garden in Bengaluru. This biodiversity hub, now home to diverse bird and reptile species and lakhs of trees and plants, previously relied heavily on borewells for its water needs. The creation of the new pond and the restoration of the existing one have made the garden self-sufficient, storing an impressive 4.5 crore Liters of rainwater to support year-round irrigation and biodiversity sustenance.

Water bodies at the Doddasaggere Botanical Garden 1 — Water bodies at the Doddasaggere Botanical Garden

“Being part of this transformative project at Doddasaggere Botanical Garden is a meaningful step in our commitment to sustainability. Together with United Way Bengaluru and the Horticulture Department, we have created water resources that will nurture this green space for years to come. It’s rewarding to know that our collaboration is contributing to Karnataka’s environmental heritage, and we look forward to more such initiatives that make a lasting difference for both nature and the community “said Rajesh Lobo, Executive – Senior Plant Director, LM Wind Power

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to LM Wind Power and United Way Bengaluru for their remarkable dedication in restoring waterbodies at Doddasaggere Botanical Garden. Their partnership has revitalized essential water resources and aligns with our mission to develop sustainable green spaces that support biodiversity. This project exemplifies the power of public-private collaboration in advancing environmental conservation, and we are eager to see more such initiatives that contribute lasting benefits to Karnataka’s ecological heritage.” – Said Dr. M. Jagadesh, Joint Director, Horticulture Department, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bengaluru

“Our enduring partnership with LM Wind Power and the Horticulture Department has empowered us to develop impactful, sustainable solutions for local communities. The successful restoration of ponds at Doddasaggere Botanical Garden showcases the incredible results we can achieve through collaboration. We are thrilled to see our shared vision materialize and are eager to continue our journey together, embarking on many more initiatives that benefit both the environment and the communities we serve” said Rajesh Krishan, CEO, United Way of Bengaluru.

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About United Way Bengaluru (UWBe)

UWBe, part of United Way Worldwide, is an NGO focused on social issues that seek immediate and long-term attention. As an organization, UWBe believes in “mobilizing the caring power of the communities.” The chapter catalyses unified efforts from corporates, civic bodies, and citizen associations to bring about visible change. The organization works in four key areas – Environment, Education, Healthcare, and Livelihood. Currently, UWBe is implementing four flagship campaigns that serve important purposes: ‘Wake the Lake’ works to protect Bengaluru’s lakes, ‘One Billion Drops’ aims at conserving rainwater through percolation pits, ‘Born Learning’ helps provide nutrition and education to very young children and ‘Rural Rising’ aims to develop and empower the rural communities. Besides, Covid relief work is another key area where the organization is helping healthcare institutions, healthcare professionals, and other organizations working towards Covid relief. For more information,

https://www.uwbengaluru.org.

About LM Wind power

www.lmwindpower.com

LM Wind Power, a GE Vernova business, is an industry-leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality rotor blades for onshore and offshore wind turbines with blade services solutions and a global manufacturing footprint, headquartered in Denmark. LM Wind Power has produced over 270,000 blades since 1978, corresponding to 152 GW installed capacity and mitigation of 332 million metric tons of CO2 emission. As part of its sustainability journey, LM Wind Power became the first carbon-neutral company in the wind industry in 2018

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Dell Technologies and Hope Foundation Inaugurate Digital Inclusion Lab at Vidhya Mandir ITI and AI Training Center at T.C. Palya in Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka – July 11, 2024 – Dell Technologies and Hope Foundation today celebrated the inauguration of a new Digital Inclusion Lab at Vidhya Mandir ITI in Doorvani Nagar and an AI Training Center at T.C. Palya in Bangalore.

Dell Technologies and Hope Foundation Inaugurate Digital Inclusion Lab (2)

The inauguration ceremony marked a significant milestone for students’ computer education. Officials from the Block Educational Department, along with Dell Technologies representatives, including Ms. Archana, CSR Head, South Asia Pacific & Japan, and Hope Foundation CEO Mr. Chandra Shekar, joined the event. Mr. Shekar Mandal, AGM of ITI, and members of the Block Education Office North 4 were also present to celebrate this achievement.

The Dell Digital Inclusion Lab was formally inaugurated. The new lab aims to empower school children who study in government schools, Government aided schools, and youth with digital skills. This initiative is being done across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, NCR of Delhi, Jharkhand, Sikkim and Manipur. This initiative also enables government and aided schools to offer digital inclusion labs for their students.

“We are very glad to partner with Hope Foundation to bring these new resources to the students of Bangalore,” said Ms. Archana, CSR Head, South Asia Pacific & Japan at Dell Technologies. “These labs will provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the digital economy. At Dell, we have a very ambitious goal to impact 1 billion lives by 2030.”

“This is a great opportunity to learn digital literacy and cybersecurity for the students of ITI Vidya Mandir,” said Mr. Shekar Mandal, AGM of ITI. “These new labs will give them the opportunity to learn the latest technologies and prepare for further education and jobs of the future.”

About Dell Technologies

Dell Technologies is a global leader in providing essential infrastructure for the digital age. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including servers, storage, networking, and software. Dell Technologies is committed to giving back to the communities where it operates and has a long history of supporting education and environmental initiatives.

About Hope Foundation

Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization that works to empower underprivileged communities through education, technology skill development, and employment. The foundation provides a variety of programs and services, including computer training, job placement assistance, digital literacy & cyber security workshops to school children youth and adults.

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Quess Corp launches its blue-collar recruitment satellite hubs, Jobspot, in Karnataka

Jun 13, 2024 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments #Jobspot, #Karnataka, #Quess Corp, #robust growth outlook, #satellite hubs

Bengaluru, 13 June 2024: Quess Corp, India’s leading business solutions provider, today announced the launch of its flagship blue-collar recruitment satellite hubs – Jobspot by Quess. These centres were launched to address the growing demand for talent in the industrial sector, especially the manufacturing industry and assure jobseekers a guaranteed job within 30 minutes. Jobspot centres are strategically located in proximity to manufacturing centres for automobile, textiles, electronics, and the machinery industry. The first two Jobspot centres were inaugurated at Narasapura, Karnataka and Hosur, Tamil Nadu.

Driven by the government’s push for investments in labour intensive industries and initiatives such as Make in India, Project Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme, The SAMARTH Udyog Bharat 4.0, and the National Manufacturing Policy, the industrial and manufacturing sectors are seeing sustained growth. This has led to India emergening as a manufacturing hub, with numerous multinational corporations establishing their manufacturing plants within the country. This sector, currently accounting for around 16-17% of the GDP and employing nearly 20% of the workforce, is projected to experience a robust Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of over 4% from 2023 to 2028 and has further impetus for growth with the National Manufacturing Policy targeting to increase the share of manufacturing to 25% of India’s GDP by 2025.

With this robust growth outlook, women’s participation in the manufacturing sector in India also requires critical focus. Over the last two decades, percentage of women in the manugacturing sector has been stagnant at 19-20%, according to the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI). Jobspot by Quess, which is located to provide easy access of jobs to the local community with a special focus on women jobseekers, endeavours to address the corresponding surge in demand for manpower resources within the sector and bridge the gap of women employment in manufacturing.

The newly opened Jobspot centres in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu serve as convenient platforms for industries and jobseekers to connect within rapidly growing industrial clusters. By offering on the spot job interviews and immediate job offers, Jobspot expedites the job placement process, enabling individuals to seize career opportunities swiftly, while meeting the industry’s burgeoning need for entry level talent. Through these satellite job hubs, Quess aims to inspire young first-time workers to explore significant opportunities in manufacturing. The centres will provide access to formal employment, skill development, and social security benefits during their tenure with the company.

Quess plans to establish 15 Jobspot centers in 2024, which will offer employment to over 1 lakh entry level and experienced blue-collar workers by the end of FY25. The two newly opened locations already cater to over 200 walk-in jobseekers daily.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Lohit Bhatia, President, Quess Worforce Management, says, “The manufacturing sector has witnessed a substantial surge in demand for manpower in recent times. At Quess, manufacturing already accounts for a significant 15% of the workforce placement. We are well positioned to understand the needs of the industry and with Jobspot by Quess, we aim to enhance the efficiency of recruitment for the sector. With guaranteed job placement within 30 minutes as well as an assurance of inclusivity and effective recruitment systems, we believe that Jobspot will be able to power the growth of manufacturing sector in the years to come.”

Quess Corp has seen an uptick in the hiring of manufacturing sector workforce, with over 67,000 associates employed in this domain in 2024, up from 44,000 in 2023. Operating as a conduit between jobseekers and companies, Quess ensures that organizations secure the right caliber of skilled labour while simultaneously providing livelihood opportunities for jobseekers. From production line workers to engineers, Quess enables factories to optimize their processes by supplying the requisite workforce.

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News18 Kannada’s 18-Hour Exclusive Lok Sabha Election Coverage

Jun 4, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #18-Hour Exclusive Lok Sabha Election Coverage, #Cutting-edge technology, #Karnataka, #Lok Sabha Elections, #News18 Kannada

4th June 2024: As the nation eagerly awaits the outcome of the of Lok Sabha elections, News18 Kannada is all set to deliver an unprecedented 18-hour mega coverage, promising quick and accurate results powered by its extensive network across India.

With a firm commitment to delivering the most reliable and up-to-the-minute updates, News18 Kannada is poised to be the go-to destination for citizens seeking comprehensive coverage of the election results.

From the first ballot count to the final declaration, News18 Kannada will provide round-the-clock coverage, offering deep insights, expert opinions, and exclusive interviews with key political figures. Viewers can expect in-depth analysis of the electoral trends, constituency-wise updates, and real-time reactions from across the political spectrum.

As the election drama unfolds, News18 Kannada will leverage its vast resources and cutting-edge technology to ensure that viewers stay ahead of the curve with the latest developments. Whether it’s on television, online, or on-the-go through our mobile app, News18 Kannada will be the definitive destination for comprehensive election coverage.

Stay tuned to News18 Kannada on June 4th, 2024, as we bring you the most extensive and insightful coverage of the election results, reaffirming our position as the leading news network in Karnataka.

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United Way Bengaluru Launches ‘Mangroves Matter’: A Campaign to Restore Mangrove Ecosystems Started revitalizing mangrove ecosystems at Pulicat near Chennai

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Bengaluru, May 27, 2024: Recent reports indicate a staggering loss of about 35% of mangroves between 1996 and 2010 highlighting a concerning trend in environmental degradation. Mangrove ecosystems play a significant role in stabilizing coastlines, making their preservation crucial for the environment and inhabitants. Mangroves are a natural solution to climate change, the paramount global threat. They can sequester carbon at a rate five times greater than tropical forests.

Responding to this urgent need, United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) has launched an ambitious and impactful campaign, ‘ Mangroves Matter’, to revitalize mangrove ecosystems. The first foot is at Pulicat or Pazhaverkadu, a coastal town near Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Known as the ‘jungle of roots‘ in Tamil, Pulicat encompasses a vast expanse of 720 sq. km, constituting India’s second-largest brackish water body. Rampant destruction of mangrove vegetation by human activities and natural causes has led to a massive reduction in the lake’s depth from 3.8m to 2m. This ecological decline has endangered biodiversity and threatened the livelihoods of local fisherfolk dependent on the mangrove ecosystem.

The ‘Mangroves Matter’ campaign was officially launched on World Wetlands Day, 2024, with a bold vision to rewild approximately 10 lakh mangroves across 100 acres in the Pulicat region alone. In addition to their environmental advantages, the campaign will closely work with the Irula community, opening up livelihood opportunities for them and boosting the local economy by supporting the cultivation of shrimp and fish species. The project also includes removal of acres of Prosopis ( Karuvelam ), an invasive species which has destroyed the local flora and soil ecosystems.

Sriram Ananthanarayanan, Director-Projects, UWBe, said, “I am glad that many of our Corporate CSR partners have come forward to support this campaign with a shared vision towards environmental commitment. Notably, our CSR partner, Mphasis, has pledged their support to this cause, dedicating the rewilding of mangroves on 70 acres in Pulicat. “

Looking ahead, United Way Bengaluru envisions extending the campaign’s reach to other regions, including Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala. Upholding its mission of “mobilizing the caring power of communities,” the organization calls upon organizations from different industries to join hands in supporting this vital mission for the preservation of the planet’s precious ecosystems.

Rajesh Krishnan, CEO, UWBe, said, “COP28 made significant progress towards securing the Mangrove Breakthrough’s goal of 15 million hectares of mangroves underpinned by USD 4 billion new investments by 2030. I am super excited that United Way Bengaluru is among the very few organisations who have taken this initiative. ‘Mangroves Matter’ is aligned with the aspiration of COP28, which calls out the responsibility of the State, corporations, local people, community, NGOs and other stakeholders to deliver the Breakthrough.”

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BFIL announces acquisition of three Forging Lines capable of producing 72K Tons per annum of heavy forged products

Hyderabad, May 21, 2024……Balu Forge Industries Limited (BFIL), a prominent precision engineering company engaged in manufacturing of crankshafts & forged components, announces the acquisition of three forging lines in a combination of Hammers & Presses capable of producing 72,000 tonnes p.a. of heavy forged products.

pic Balu Forge Industries Limited

Disclosing this in a press note issued in Hyderabad today, the company said, these newly acquired forging lines will seamlessly integrate with the precision engineering expansion taking place at its upcoming manufacturing campus in Belagavi, Karnataka thereby making BFIL an integrated one-stop solution provider for advanced machining solutions for critical industries viz. Railways, Defence, Oil & Gas, Mining, Aerospace, Defence, Aluminium & other essential precision industries globally.

The new forging unit will be seamlessly integrated with the recently acquired precision machining unit of Mercedes Benz. This will further strengthen our product engineering & increase our precision product offerings to global majors operating in the critical engineering & safety components industry with end-to-end solutions under one roof.

This forging unit includes a 16-ton closed-die forging hammer, ranking amongst the largest in the country and capable of producing forgings up to 800-900 kgs. This capacity will be further enhanced with a 10-ton closed-die forging hammer line and an 8,000-ton capacity mechanical forging press. With these facilities, it is advancing our presence in engineering critical industries viz. Oil and Gas, Aerospace, Defence, Railways, Mining, Aluminium and Auto part manufacturing and many other critical industries.

This acquisition strengthens and expands our critical engineering products portfolio and enhances R&D capabilities in alloy mixing & metal combinations BFIL informed. It provides us unique strength in creating products from different alloys based on Aluminum to Titanium which shall enable BIFL to expand its product offering to major growth industries for critical engineering products and to further capture the OEM market that we cater to across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East regions.

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Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav held

May 10, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #Akashya Tritiya Parna Mahotsav, #Akshay Tritiya, #Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav, #Akshaya Tritiya, #Annaraj Bafna, #begging, #Chennai, #compassion, #Dadawadi Jain Temple, #Dadawadi Jain Temple Karawan, #fasting, #Gautam Chand Dank, #Gudi Malkapur, #humility, #Hyderabad, #Hyderabad and Secunderabad, #Jains, #Jodhpur, #Kantha Bhai, #Karnataka, #Karwan, #Kishore Golechs, #Krishi Bandari, #Mahendra Lunwath, #meditation, #Nashik, #Parna Mahotsav, #patience, #prayer, #pune, #Rishab dev Bhagwan, #Saibaba Temple, #Sajjan Gandhi, #Sangeetha Kothari, #Shri Vardhaman Sthanakvasi Jain Shravak Sangh, #simple living, #Sunitha Vinod, #Swarupchand Kothari, #Tirthankara, #Ugam Bhai Gandhi, #Vimlabhai Kochar, #Vinod Kimtee

Hyderabad, May 10th, 2024….108 Jains who fasted by eating alternative day for the past one year broke their fasting by consuming sugar cane juice today at Dadawadi Jain Temple at Karwan.

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Some of the people who fasted were as old as 86 years done young were just 19

It had more women than men. Some of them have fasted for 35 years.

The ceremony is called Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav. It kicked off yesterday and concluded today.

Earlier all these 208 Jain’s drawn from across India, including 32 from the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad were ceremoniously taken in 25 well-decorated chariots in a km-long procession from Saibaba Temple in Gudi Malkapur to Dadawadi Jain Temple Karawan.

Vimlabhai Kochar from Nashik has been fasting by eating alternative day for the past 35 years. Kantha Bhai has been fasting for 16 years. Ugam Bhai Gandhi is an 81-year-old woman who has been fasting for the past 24 years. Kishore Golechs from Secunderabad who is into the cycling business has been fasting for 24 years. Sangeetha Kothari, a 52 years old woman has been fasting for the past 7 years.

Sunitha Vinod, 52 from Nashik has done first time. Krishi Bandari, a 19-year-old girl from Hyderabad has done fasting a second time. Says, that fasting has taught her to exercise control on anything we do excessively. It has also taught me a very good discipline in life.

Mahendra Lunwath from Hyderabad who has been fasting for 20 years said it is mind control over food. I decided in mind and I never had any problem in fasting. He urged youngsters and first-timers to start fasting at least once a week. In an era where food is available at the click of a mouse from food delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Zomato, fasting is the only way forward to exercise control over food. We are what we eat. Obesity is on the rise. The best way is to fast at least once a week he said

The fast-breaking ceremony was organized under the guidance of Jain Guru Dr Samkit Muni Ji and two other Jain Monks.

On this day about 2000 Jains from across India such as Nashik, Pune, Jodhpur, Karnataka, and Chennai, and Hyderabad participated

108 Jain’s ended their year-long alternate fasting with sugar cane juice disclosed Swarupchand Kothari, Gautam Chand Dank, Sajjan Gandhi, Annaraj Bafna, and Vinod Kimtee, the office bearers of the organising body.

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In Jainism, Akshaya Tritiya is important as it commemorates the first Tirthankara, Rishab dev Bhagwan, ending his one-year asceticism(severe self-discipline and avoiding all forms of indulgence) by consuming sugarcane juice poured into his cupped hands. Some Jains refer to the festival as Akashya Tritiya Parna Mahotsav. The ascetic practices include simple living, begging, fasting, and ethical practices such as humility, compassion, meditation, patience, and prayer. Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav brings to an end to such a year-long strict self-discipline.

Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav was organized by Shri Vardhaman Sthanakvasi Jain Shravak Sangh, Greater Hyderabad

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Gold Savings App Jar Surpasses 2 Crore Users

Apr 16, 2024 by Sujata Muguda 0 Comments #Bihar, #Bihar Sharif, #Gold, #Gold Savings, #Gold Savings App Jar, #gold space, #Hassan, #Jar, #Karnataka, #Misbah Ashraf, #Nishchay Ag, #UPI

Bangalore, April 2024: Jar offers a streamlined investment journey that takes minimal time and customers can start saving money in small amounts, which gets invested in 24K, 99.9% pure gold. With Jar, users can save effortlessly and convert it to cash or receive physical gold at their convenience. Jar’s revolutionary round-off method effortlessly accumulates spare change from every transaction and invests it in gold so users can save that extra bit every month.

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The company’s remarkable growth has not gone unnoticed. Jar won in the Best WealthTech Startup category at the Global Fintech Awards 2023 and was even mentioned as being one of the top UPI auto-pay players in the country. Jar was also recognized by LinkedIn as one of India’s Top Startups of 2023.

In the last 3 years, Jar has truly made leaps and bounds in the digital gold space, having started with a simple thought. Traditionally, there have always been high entry barriers in savings and investing: a high ticket size to start investing, time to understand and get started, and the complexity of the financial products.

From humble beginnings in Hassan, Karnataka, and Bihar Sharif, Bihar respectively, both Nishchay Ag and Misbah Ashraf had seen first-hand how middle India both earns and spends on a daily basis. They knew there was a gap in the market for a financial product that could help millions of people save better and get them started on their financial fitness journey.

That’s how Jar was born and, through Jar, these barriers of entry have been reduced significantly by leveraging the two most widely adopted financial tools in India – UPI and gold. Gold remains a popular investment in India, with over half the population (53%) choosing it. Now, a growing number of young investors are turning towards digital gold.

After getting a foothold in the gold space, Jar now plans to expand its offerings to include Lending, Investments, and more to meet the needs of its ever-growing user base.

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Global FinTech innovators to converge at third edition of FinTech Festival India from 6 – 8 March 2024

Mar 5, 2024 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments #Constellar, #Delhi, #Electronics & IT, #Global FinTech, #Karnataka, #Mumbai, #Shri Sanket Bhondve

Delhi, 5th March 2024 – The third edition of FinTech Festival India (FFI) is set to convene the global FinTech community from 6 to 8 March 2024 at Asia’s largest convention centre in New Delhi.

Shri Sanket Bhondve, Joint Secretary, M/o Electronics & IT will be joining the event as Guest of Honour and delivering a keynote address at the FFI 2024 opening ceremony. His participation is anticipated to provide pivotal insights and steer the conversation on the future of financial technology in the region.

Themed “Connecting innovators, co-creating the future of finance”, FFI 2024 will feature over 100 speakers and expects more than 6,000 attendees, bringing together the key stakeholders of the world’s FinTech industry to shape the future of finance.

FFI 2024 will feature a robust conference agenda built on four key pillars – Innovation, Global Collaboration, Regulation, and Inclusion – as well as a comprehensive mix of exhibition showcases, live demos, and new product launches.

This year’s edition of FFI will deep dive into key trending topics that are shaping the FinTech industry, featuring discussions and panels led by prominent leaders and experts from Meta, Google, Microsoft, The World Bank, UK, GIFT City, JP Morgan & Chase, Findi, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Dept of Economic Affairs, Government of India International Finance Corporation, NPCI Bharat BillPay, Tata Digital, MUFG, Lending Kart, Muthoot FinCorp One, Silicon Valley Bank and more.

Day one of FFI 2024 will focus on Innovation as being the key driver of financial inclusion, while day two will explore Regulation and how it keeps the pace with innovation. The final day will dive into the India’s rising and resilient FinTech journey.

Leading to the main festival in March were the successful city experiences—single day conclaves held in Bangalore and Mumbai on 15 December 2023 and 19 January 2024 respectively—joined by key movers and shakers in the industry who helped shape and drive the overarching agenda and conversations set to take place at FFI 2024. As part of the festival, the second edition of the FinTech Festival India Awards will also be taking place on 7 March 2024, recognising industry pioneers and innovators across 17 categories.

FFI 2024 will also host the Founder’s Pivot, where Unicorns, Soonicorns and successful start- up founders will share their wisdom and insights, as well as the Investor Forum for start-ups to gain the opportunity to pitch to a panel of investors in closed-door sessions.

Another integral part of the Festival will be the showcase of new and exciting solutions emerging from the inaugural Scale +91 FinTech Hackathon organised by FFI 2024. The Hackathon gathered over 3,000 teams from across the country to create tangible, impactful solutions at the crossroads of innovation and finance, and the 20 highest-ranking finalists will be introducing their revolutionary ideas and preliminary products at the vibrant Start-
Up zone on the FFI 2024 exhibition floor.

Organised by Constellar, FFI 2024 is proud to have support from the Government of Karnataka and Government of Odisha, as well as partnerships with top organisations and luminaries in the FinTech space. These include Digit as Gold Partner, Avalanche as Blockchain Partner, Silver Partners – Advantage Club, MongoDB, RING (formerly known as Kissht), Aditya Birla Capital, JSA Law, BharatPe, Bronze Partners – PingCAP (TiDB), Trustt, Smart Ping, Futurex, IDEMIA and American Express, BDO as Advisory Partner, Northern Arc as Visitor Bag Partner, Fibe and PayU as Associate Partner, United Kingdom as Country Partner, and Bharat Bill Pay as DPI Partner.

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Asia Pacific Flight Training Academy Limited expands their operations to establish a FTO at Kalaburagi Airport…

Jul 14, 2021 by Rekha Nair 0 Comments #Chief Executive Officer – Asia Pacific Flight Training, #Kalaburagi Airport, #Karnataka, #Mr. Gnaneswara Rao Airport Director (AAI), #Mr. Hemanth DP

Hyderabad….Asia Pacific Flight Training is a DGCA approved Flight Training Organization, based at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) & Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad and has been established to provide World-Class Pilot Training to aspiring Cadets.

Asia Pacific Flight Training just recently entered into an agreement with Airport Authority of India (AAI) for establishing a Flight Training Organization on Design, Build, Operate, Maintain and Transfer (DBOMT) basis at Kalaburagi Airport, Karnataka for 25 years. This is in line with the vision of Asia Pacific Flight Training to produce the best well rounded aviation professionals with the highest standards of integrity, safety, discipline and professionalism.

The Agreement was signed by Mr. Hemanth DP, Chief Executive Officer – Asia Pacific Flight Training & Mr. Gnaneswara Rao Airport Director (AAI), Kalaburagi Airport, Karnataka.

On this occasion, Mr. Hemanth DP, who has a vast experience of Indian Aviation Industry stated, that “I am thankful to Airport Authority of India, DGCA & Ministry of Civil Aviation, for facilitating this initiative under the Honorable Prime Minister of India’s ‘Athmanirbhar Bharat’ & ‘Make in India’ vision in Pilot Training.

India is expected to be the 3rd largest Aviation market in the world by 2025 and there is a huge requirement for well-trained pilots in India. The Honorable Minister of Civil Aviation Mr. Hardeep Singh Puri stated in Rajya Sabha in September 2020 that India requires 9488 Pilots by 2024-25. Hence, the government is fully committed to the urgent need to upgrade the Flight Training infrastructure to meet the growing demand.

Once things become normal, aviation sector will boom as more and more people who otherwise confined to home start travelling in huge numbers.

Asia Pacific Flight Training has an excellent placement record of ~97% of its students in all the Indian airlines and General Aviation. It also has the lowest Instructor to Cadet Ratio of 1:<10 and one of the most experienced Flight Instructor teams in India, with Domestic & International experience. This ensures that each Cadet gets the best One-on-One training and exposure, in a busy International Airspace making them ready to step into a Commercial Airline Cockpit with ease

Courses offered by Asia Pacific Flight Training:

• Commercial Pilot License – Multi Engine / Instrument Rating (CPL-ME/IR)

• Multi Engine Instrument Rating (ME-IR)

• Foreign Flight License Conversion (FLC)

• Private Pilot License (PPL)

• Assistant Flight Instructor Rating (AFIR)

• Flight Instructor Rating (FIR)

• Type Rating (TR)

• Instrument Rating (IR)

• Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) Renewal

• Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) Theory

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