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TWO NOBEL LAUREATES & AN MIT PROF ENLIGHTEN 684 GRADUATING LEARNERS IN ADAMAS UNIVERSITY CONVOCATION

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Two Nobel Laureates, Chief Guest Prof Roald Hoffman (Chemistry Nobel, 1976) and Guests of Honour Claude Cohen-Tannoudji (Physics Nobel, 1997), and an MIT-Tufts University Professor, Dr Partha S Ghosh, addressed the 684 graduating students of Kolkata-based Adamas University, in its 4th Convocation today, held physically, with 27 gold and silver winners and their parents present physically, along with faculty and academic council, while rest attended online. The graduating UG and PG learners were from all schools: engineering, business, law, sciences, liberal … Continue reading “TWO NOBEL LAUREATES & AN MIT PROF ENLIGHTEN 684 GRADUATING LEARNERS IN ADAMAS UNIVERSITY CONVOCATION”

Inker Robotics develops technology and automation solution to preserve the delicate and age-old art form of puppetry

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· The first of its kind amalgamation of technology and art will be on display at the district heritage museum in Kerala Inker Robotics, a leading robotics company in India has initiated a first of its kind automation program to preserve the 4000 year old performing art culture, Puppetry. In an attempt to preserve the essence and beauty of a dying art form, so that future generations have an appreciation and can experience the art form as close to the real … Continue reading “Inker Robotics develops technology and automation solution to preserve the delicate and age-old art form of puppetry”

JSW Cement is among first Indian cement companies to introduce conversational commerce services to its customers

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JSW Cement, India’s leading Green Cement producer and part of US$ 12 billion JSW Group is digitizing its Sales & Marketing operations to provide channel partners ease of doing business by leveraging AI-based digital interventions. It has partnered with Yalochat, world’s leading conversational commerce service provider, to introduce AI-based Anytime Anywhere Business transactions for its trade customers. The Yalochat partnership enables JSW Cement to upsell, transact and provide better service to its customers over messaging apps like WhatsApp. This will … Continue reading “JSW Cement is among first Indian cement companies to introduce conversational commerce services to its customers”

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Accelerates Space Exploration with First Ever In-Space Commercial Edge Computing and Artificial Intelligence Capabilities

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Astronauts and researchers can process data at the edge and speed time-to-insight from months to minutes with launch of HPE’s Spaceborne Computer-2, an edge computing system for the International Space Station Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) today announced it is accelerating space exploration and increasing self-sufficiency for astronauts by enabling real-time data processing with advanced commercial edge computing in space for the first time. Astronauts and space explorers aboard the International Space Station (ISS) will speed time-to-insight from months to minutes on various experiments … Continue reading “Hewlett Packard Enterprise Accelerates Space Exploration with First Ever In-Space Commercial Edge Computing and Artificial Intelligence Capabilities”

Johnson Pedder launches all-new ‘Max Series’, offering complete bathroom solutions

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The ‘Max Series’ includes all the bathroom categories- Sanware, Faucets, Plastics & Water heaters Johnson Pedder, a brand under the umbrella of Roca Group, today announced the launch of the all new ‘Max Series’ product range; offering maximum durability, quality, affordability and assurance with 10 years of warranty. The ‘Max series’ includes all the bathroom categories Sanware, Faucets, Plastics & Water heaters. With the launch of the new product series, Johnson Pedder aims to tap consumers in the entry-level segment who aspire to have high quality bathroom products … Continue reading “Johnson Pedder launches all-new ‘Max Series’, offering complete bathroom solutions”

WIZCRAFT BRINGS ALIVE #THEKIGERLIFE FOR THE GLOBAL PREMIER OF RENAULT KIGER

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Renault started the New Year in top-gear with the global debut of its all-new sporty, smart and stunning B-SUV, the Renault Kiger. Wizcraft International was appointed to manage the car’s global unveil, held on 28th January at Andaz Delhi. Strict safety protocols were put in place with this being the first major on-ground car launch event since the pandemic. There were separate events for the media and the dealer partners in the afternoon and evening respectively. A unique and immersive microsite … Continue reading “WIZCRAFT BRINGS ALIVE #THEKIGERLIFE FOR THE GLOBAL PREMIER OF RENAULT KIGER”

5 Must Have Antiques for the Collector in You

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There is a popular belief that art is the motivation, inspiration and creation of creative minds & beliefs. Those who love art, like to enhance their collection of unique, beautiful and stunning items. If you are bundled with love and passion for art, a passionate collector and enjoy collecting antiques, you are at the right spot. The Art of Antiquing It is exhilarating and exciting to search, shop, identify, negotiate and bargain for antiques. Over the years, antiquing has become … Continue reading “5 Must Have Antiques for the Collector in You”

OLA to deploy ABB robotics and automation solutions at its mega-factory for electric scooters

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ABB’s remote digital connectivity and monitoring technology will ride on Ola’s proprietary AI engine and tech stack Ola, one of the leading mobility companies in the world, today announced that it has selected ABB as one of its key partners for robotics and automation solutions for its mega-factory in India that will roll out the much-anticipated Ola electric scooter. Ola’s scooter mega-factory, billed to be the world’s largest scooter factory, is expected to be ready and operational in the coming … Continue reading “OLA to deploy ABB robotics and automation solutions at its mega-factory for electric scooters”

India-Oxford Initiative & LEAD at Krea University announce ‘Impact Film Competition 2021’ on Mental Health

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The India-Oxford Initiative (IndOx) at the University of Oxford and LEAD at Krea University call proposals for the first-ever Impact Film Competition. The India-Oxford Initiative (IndOx) at the University of Oxford under its collaboration with Krea University, in partnership with LEAD at Krea, is all set to host its first-ever ‘Impact Film Competition’. The overall impact theme of the competition is Mental Health with the aim to shed light on the various perspectives of mental health. Aspiring young filmmakers between … Continue reading “India-Oxford Initiative & LEAD at Krea University announce ‘Impact Film Competition 2021’ on Mental Health”

The India Protectors Alliance unites companies to bring the focus back on mask wearing with #PehnoSahi

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To re-emphasise the importance of wearing masks in the fight against COVID-19, the India Protectors Alliance (IPA), is bringing together Samhita Social Ventures, RBL Bank, Crompton Greaves, IKEA India, Pernod Ricard India Foundation, Kimberly-Clark Professional and other companies and foundations, to initiate India’s first cross-brand mask engagement – #PehnoSahi.The objective of this campaign is to create a community of corporate leaders engaging each other, their employees and senior leadership, contractors and supply chains as well as consumers and communities in … Continue reading “The India Protectors Alliance unites companies to bring the focus back on mask wearing with #PehnoSahi”

ADAMAS UNIVERSITY TO HOST ITS 4th CONVOCATION

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Two Nobel Prize Winners to Address 4th Convocation at Adamas Adamas University rated as one of the best private Universities in Eastern India, will be hosting its 4th Convocation ceremony. Eminent dignitary Prof. Roald Hoffmann, Frank H.T Rhodes Professor of Humane letters, Emeritus, Cornell University, New York and Nobel prize winner in Chemistry in 1981 will be the Chief Guest. Prof. Claude Cohen – Tannoudji Noble prizewinner in Physics in 1997 would deliver the convocation address and Chancellor Prof. Samit … Continue reading “ADAMAS UNIVERSITY TO HOST ITS 4th CONVOCATION”

The High Court dismisses the FIR against Unocoin

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The brand announces freedom from legal hassles Unocoin, India’s leading bitcoin company, is on a celebration spree as the High Court has dismissed the long-pending FIR against the brand. ‘The ATM-kiosk branding mistake’ case which had been going around since 2018 against the co-founders of the firm, Mr. Sathvik Vishwanath, CEO, Unocoin, and Mr. Harish B V, the COO, Unocoin was recently resolved on 8th February 2021 post the High Court’s verdict in favor of the organization. It all started in mid-October 2018 when a … Continue reading “The High Court dismisses the FIR against Unocoin”

Agri Start-ups can provide missing links in agri value chain & deliver innovative products to farmers, consumers: Agriculture Minister, Govt of Karnataka

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Mr BC Patil, Agriculture Minister, Govt of Karnataka today said that agri start-ups can provide missing links in the agricultural value chain and deliver efficient, innovative products, technologies and services to farmers and consumers. Addressing the virtual session of FICCI Summit & Awards for Agri Start-ups, Mr Patil said that the food and agriculture practices and enterprises in India is poised for transformational changes in line with the new government policies. “Agriculture has been rapidly evolving into agri business in terms of approach and … Continue reading “Agri Start-ups can provide missing links in agri value chain & deliver innovative products to farmers, consumers: Agriculture Minister, Govt of Karnataka”

Qlik Announces Inaugural Professor Ambassador Class to Celebrate Educators Helping to Create a Data-Literate World

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Honors Qlik Academic Program University Educators from Across the Globe Who Are Driving Data Literacy and Inspiring the Next Generation of Data Leaders Qlik® today announced its first-ever Academic Program Professor Ambassador Class, a select network of academics from the Qlik Academic Program, that have demonstrated dedication and excellence in leveraging Qlik to drive data literacy with analytics in the classroom and preparing students for the data-driven economy. The Professor Ambassador Program is an extension of the Qlik Academic Program, which helps … Continue reading “Qlik Announces Inaugural Professor Ambassador Class to Celebrate Educators Helping to Create a Data-Literate World”

Enterprise SaaS leader ITILITE launches ITILITE Expense, an Expense Management tool to simplify employee reimbursements

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● With the newly launched product, ITILITE now offers a one-of-its-kind fully integrated travel & expense management experience to its customers ● The platform is designed with CFOs and CHROs at the center to deliver better control, greater insights, and an unmatched fraud detection solution ITILITE, a leading cloud-based business travel management platform has launched ITILITE Expense. With the latest addition to its product suite, ITILITE now offers a truly integrated solution for business travel, employee reimbursements, and spend audits on one … Continue reading “Enterprise SaaS leader ITILITE launches ITILITE Expense, an Expense Management tool to simplify employee reimbursements”

Hon’ble M.P. Shri Jual Oram Launches ‘Turn Around India: 2020- Surmounting Past Legacy’

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· Authored by R.P. Gupta · Published by Himalaya Publishing House · the book highlights mode to transform India into a vibrant economy and among the most developed nations of the world ‘Turn Around India: 2020- Surmounting Past Legacy’ – a book on creating economic awareness among masses authored by R.P. Gupta was launched today by Mr Jual Oram, Hon’ble M.P. & Chairperson Standing Committee on Defence, Government of India. The book provides a practical and viable option for reviving Indian economy for creating new jobs and enlarging … Continue reading “Hon’ble M.P. Shri Jual Oram Launches ‘Turn Around India: 2020- Surmounting Past Legacy’”

Agri Start-ups should become the pivot of agricultural transformation & democratization of technology: Dr Ashok Dalwai, CEO, NRAA, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

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Need to re-mandate agriculture to generate productive employment Dr Ashok Dalwai, CEO, NRAA, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India today said that while India has made good progress in ease of doing business, more efforts are still required to make agriculture competitive. Addressing the inaugural session of the third edition of FICCI Summit and Awards for Agri Start-ups, Dr Dalwai said that agricultural start-ups should become the pivot of agricultural transformation. He also mentioned that it is imperative to democratize technology and create jobs … Continue reading “Agri Start-ups should become the pivot of agricultural transformation & democratization of technology: Dr Ashok Dalwai, CEO, NRAA, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare”

Need to move from Green revolution to Cyan revolution with fusion of agriculture & innovations for growth: Madhya Pradesh Minister for Cooperatives & Public Service Management

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Mr Arvind Bhadoriya, Minister for Cooperatives and Public Service Management, Govt of Madhya Pradesh today said that the state government is committed to the sustainable agriculture for prosperous future of its farmers. “We believe, India now needs to move from Green revolution to the Cyan Revolution, that represents the fusion of agriculture and innovations for future-fit growth,” he added. Addressing the virtual session ‘FICCI Summit and Awards for Agri Start-ups’, Mr Bhadoriya said that to build the foundation for the Cyan Revolution, the Madhya … Continue reading “Need to move from Green revolution to Cyan revolution with fusion of agriculture & innovations for growth: Madhya Pradesh Minister for Cooperatives & Public Service Management”

Netsurf Network revamps Naturamore Joint Care product

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~The Nutraceutical helps to maintain inner joint function of the body~ Netsurf Network, one of the leading direct selling companies in India has recently revamped its Joint Care nutraceutical under the health & wellness brand Naturamore. The product is for optimum joint care function of the body. Joint pain is no longer a discomfort that only affects elderly people. Young adults in their 20s are also falling prey to this ailment and are known to suffer from acute pain in the shoulder, … Continue reading “Netsurf Network revamps Naturamore Joint Care product”

Project Management Institute’s Megatrends 2021 Underscores How Projects Will Counterbalance the Rising Forces of Disruption

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New report details five key trends slated to impact the future, project leaders, and change-makers around the world Project Management Institute (PMI) has released its latest report on long-term business, geopolitical, and technological trends that are reshaping our world and the types of projects that will be most prevalent and critical in the years to come in the face of these disruptions. Megatrends 2021 helps to ensure that project leaders can better understand the world’s rapid transformation and the global context in … Continue reading “Project Management Institute’s Megatrends 2021 Underscores How Projects Will Counterbalance the Rising Forces of Disruption”