BMW Drives In Exclusive VIP Mobility For Bird ExecuJet Aviation Group

 

* BMW 7 Series and first-ever BMW X7 to usher VIP’s at Terminal 4, Delhi Airport.

* #BMWIndia #SheerDrivingPleasure.

The new BMW 7 Series and the first-ever BMW X7 are now official choice for all VIP movements at Terminal 4, Delhi International Airport. The high-end BMW cars will now be used by all dignitaries, leading businessmen and eminent personalities transiting through the Terminal 4 of Delhi International Airport.

The new BMW 7 Series features exquisite design details, finest materials and powerful innovations which deliver a new echelon of driving pleasure. It has been exclusively imagined, designed and crafted for individuals who value every moment, discover an experience inspired by those who drive the world.

The first-ever BMW X7 is a statement of the luxury class. It is an elegant fusion of presence and personality. Despite its majestic appearance, it gives an impression of lightness and agility thanks to the puristic design and athletic styling. At the same time, the considerable spaciousness of the interior offers a pioneering interplay of exclusivity, functionality and freedom – incomparable comfort.

BMW Excellence Pavillion - The VIP Lounge at Terminal 4 showcases the exclusive BMW Lifestyle Collection. Individuals can explore a wide range of refined-yet-practical apparel featuring modern copper accents and accessories inspired by the iconic BMW design language of past, present, and future.

ExecuJet is a leading Global Business Aviation organization offering diverse range of services including aircraft management, aircraft charter, aircraft completions management and fixed base operations. ExecuJet manages over 166 business jets worldwide under the most stringent safety standards. Its commercial fleet is operated under the regulatory umbrella of six regional civil aviation issued air operating certificates (AOCs). ExecuJet has operations in Africa, Asia Pacific, Caribbean, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East and is part of the Luxaviation Group.

After Hybrid Workplace, It’s The Era of Hybrid Selling: LinkedIn State of Sales APAC 2022

* 81% of buyers in India agree that working remotely is making buying easier

LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, announced the launch of the sixth edition of its State of Sales APAC 2022 report to understand how the pandemic and the rise of remote work accelerated the proliferation of sales technology. Based on the responses of 750 buyers and 750 sellers in India, survey findings reveal top 3 emerging trends that are shaping the future of sales in India:

The pandemic disrupted the sales process — permanently and positively

The continued rise of sales technology and data-driven selling

Top performers are thriving due to their intelligent use of technology

“Over the past two years, the rise of remote work has accelerated the use of technology across industries. Our data shows that three-quarters (73%) of sellers in India today are relying on sales technology at least once a week – which clearly means that data is driving the future of sales. By empowering sales teams with accurate real-time data, tech is helping sellers enhance their outreach, gain valuable customer insights, and build better experiences,” said Abhai Singh, Head, LinkedIn Sales Solutions for India.

The pandemic disrupted the sales process — permanently and positively

In today’s predominantly digital era, 4 in 5 (81%) buyers in India feel that remote work has made buying easier today. Sellers too have felt this pull, with every 1 in 5 (22%) clocking deals worth $500,000 or above without ever meeting the buyer in-person. With the number of sales professionals without any remote work experience dropping to one-fourth during the pandemic, it is evident that remote working is here to stay.

The survey indicates younger sales professionals are placing a higher emphasis on soft skills, so they can develop closer relationships with their buyers or clients and close better deals. The survey also reveals that the ability to build trust is the #1 most important factor for closing deals among younger (under 35 years) sales professionals (21%), as compared to older (over 35 years) professionals who prioritise metrics like ROI (16%) and price (17%).

The continued rise of sales technology and data-driven selling

Companies are increasing their appetite for data-based insights to better gauge buyer intent and drive greater sales. This is especially true amidst the ongoing Great Reshuffle when buyers and sellers are constantly considering shifting roles. In fact, more than 8 in 10 (84%) sales professionals in India have lost at least one deal to an important decision maker changing roles in the past year alone. Therefore, access to the right intel has become mission-critical for sales functions across the board.

To avoid these repercussions, 3 in 4 (73%) sellers in India are now using sales tech at least once a week to get access to accurate real-time data, indicating the growing preference for CRM systems and sales intelligence tools in the industry. Findings also suggest that younger (under 35 years) professionals are leading this tech-savvy shift, given that they are 1.2x more likely to use CRM tools for 3+ hours in a week as compared to their older (over 35 years) counterparts.

But as more businesses turn to tech, sales managers must seek ways to deal with the impending challenge of ‘dirty data’, with 2 in 5 sellers (46%) and CRM users (38%) identifying incomplete and inaccurate data as their largest data challenge.

Top performers are thriving due to their intelligent use of technology

With 4 in 5 (83%) top performers (those reaching 150% quota or more) in India admitting to always putting the buyer first, it is evident that customer experience is dominating their minds – and tech is becoming fundamental to this pursuit. By helping them understand buyer behaviour, sales technology is allowing sellers to add value and maximise the experience for their customers. According to the survey, over 2 in 5 younger (under 35 years) sales professionals today are driving customer experience by using data more often for defining buying committees (42%) and targeting accounts more likely to buy on the basis of geolocations (43%).

The report further reveals that top performers are also more likely to leverage these insights more often than other sellers. More than 8 in 10 (83%) top performers in India trust conducting research before reaching out to prospective buyers. This reinforces the central role that data-led research is set to play in driving new and improved customer experiences in the future.

Methodology

This India edition of the APAC State of Sales 2022 report is part of the global State of Sales project, which surveyed almost 15,000 buyers and sellers across 11 countries including Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States. For the APAC edition, LinkedIn surveyed a total of 2,250 buyers, and 2,250 salespeople and sales managers, in Australia, India, and Singapore. For these countries, Schlesinger Group, a research panel company, conducted two online surveys in January 2022: one of sales professionals, the other of decision makers. Both samples include respondents over 21 years old who are employed at companies of different sizes and industries.

While the report offers a deep dive into the top 3 trends, the release draft also references statistics for groups of:

“Top Performers” or the most successful sellers — those reaching more than 150% of quota.

"Younger professionals" – sales professionals under 35 years of age.

"Older professionals" – sales professionals over 35 years of age.

About LinkedIn

LinkedIn connects the world’s professionals to make them more productive and successful and transforms the way companies hire, market and sell. Our vision is to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce through the ongoing development of the world’s first Economic Graph. LinkedIn has more than 830 million members and has offices around the globe.

LinkedIn Sales Solutions makes it simple to tap into the power of LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network of more than 830 million members, empowering every salesperson to put buyers first. The platform’s portfolio of Sales Solutions, including LinkedIn Sales Navigator and LinkedIn Sales Insights, leverages people-powered data and insights to allow sales organisations to focus on the accounts with the most opportunity, and sellers to develop and grow relationships with buyers at scale.

NSDC And MoHUA Launch Project NIPUN To Skill, Upskill More Than 1 Lakh Construction Workers

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), the nodal agency under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) today announced the launch of project NIPUN- National Initiative for Promoting upskilling of Construction Workers. The project aims to train more than one lakh construction workers through fresh skilling and upskilling programmes and provide them with opportunities in foreign countries. The project implementation is divided into three chapters - training through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) at construction sites, training through Fresh Skilling by Plumbing and Infrastructure SSC and International Placement through industries/builders/contractors.

On-site skill training will be provided to 80,000 construction workers through industry associations under the RPL certification, co-branded with MoHUA, while 14,000 candidates will receive fresh skilling through plumbing and infrastructure Sector Skill Council (SSC). The courses are aligned with National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) and will be imparted at accredited and affiliated training centres. NSDC is also aiming to place at least 12,000 people in foreign countries like the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, UAE and other GCC countries.

Project NIPUN will be conducted under the aegis of MoHUA, under its flagship scheme of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM). It will also facilitate and support convergence with related line ministries. Meanwhile, NSDC will be responsible for the overall execution of the training, monitoring and candidate tracking. It will provide trainees with Kaushal Bima (3-year accidental insurance with coverage of Rs 2 lakhs), digital skills like cashless transactions and BHIM app, orientation about entrepreneurship, and EPF and BOCW facilities. A project committee with members from both NSDC and MoHUA will be formed under the chairmanship of Additional Secretary-cum-Mission Director, DAY-NULM to oversee and monitor the project.

While addressing the event, Shri Hardeep S Puri, Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs and Petroleum & Natural Gas said, “The transformational impact of the National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) has definitively reduced the vulnerability of urban poor households by providing upskilling and employment opportunities to urban dwellers, especially the youth. The spirit of entrepreneurship has been encouraged and supported by giving urban workers access to self-employment and skilled wage employment opportunities. This initiative will enable Nirman workers to be more proficient and skilled while making them adopt future trends in the construction industry by increasing their capabilities and diversifying their skill sets.”

The minister also announced that the Central Vista Avenue will be opened in next few days.

Lauding the partnership between NSDC and MoHUA, Shri Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary, MSDE said, “With the construction industry poised to become the largest employer by 2022, the dependency on technology cannot be ignored. I am confident that this unique project by NSDC and MoHUA, along with the support of all our stakeholders, will provide Nirman workers with better job opportunities, improved benefits, and safer work practices, making them torchbearers of not only an Aatmanirbhar Bharat but also play a pivotal part in transforming India into a skill hub for the rest of the world.”

The construction industry is poised to become the largest employer by 2022 and needs 45 million additional skilled workers over the next 10 years. To fulfill this mission, the National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) and the Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India (CREDAI) have joined Project NIPUN as industry partners and will identify training job roles of aspirational value in the construction sector in collaboration with the SSC.

About National Skill Development Corporation

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), a nodal skill development agency, working under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, is a unique Public Private Partnership (PPP) that aims to catalyse the creation of a large and quality vocational training ecosystem in India. Since inception in 2010, NSDC has trained over 3 crore people through its collaboration with 600+ training partners and over 10,000 training centres spread across 600+ districts in the country. NSDC has established 37 Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) and implements the Government’s flagship skill development schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), among others. NSDC also funds enterprises, companies and organisations that provide skill training. The organisation enables private-sector capacity building in skill development by offering concessional loans, other innovative financial products, and strategic partnerships.

About Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is the apex authority of the Government of India at the national level for all issues relating to housing and urban affairs in the country, which is responsible for sponsoring and supporting the policy formulation programme, activities of various Central Ministries, State Governments and Nodal Authorities. Performs the functions of coordinating and monitoring the programmes.

Manipal Academy of Higher Education Celebrates International Day of Yoga 2022

Manipal Academy of Higher Education celebrated International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2022. The Division of Yoga, Centre for Integrative Medicine & Research (CIMR), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), coordinated the event.

The day began with a 1-hour Yoga Session held at Dr. TMA Pai Hall, KMC, Manipal. This session was headed by Dr. Annapoorna K. HOD, Division of Yoga, CIMR, MAHE and received enthusiastic participation from students, staff, faculty and people from nearby localities.

After the Yoga session, the audience gathered for the second part of the celebration of International Day of Yoga. The dignitaries present from MAHE included Dr. HS Ballal, Pro Chancellor, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M D Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor, Dr. M Venkatraya Prabhu, Pro Vice Chancellor, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Registrar and Dr. Sharath Kumar Rao, Dean, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal along with other MAHE officials.

The event highlighted the importance of the practice of Yoga and the various activities held by MAHE. The Division of Yoga at MAHE provides Yoga Training Programs, Yoga Therapy for patients, Postgraduate in M.Sc. Yoga Therapy & Certificate courses for students. In the view of International Day of Yoga, they have conducted several activities and competitions over a period of three months, to bring about awareness about the knowledge and practice of Yoga. They also held a 2-week Summer Yoga Camp for children and organised free Yoga classes for staff and students for 10 days. The Division of Yoga also organized webinar on “Yoga as a Therapy: Its Dimensions and Relevance” by Dr. Ishwar V. Basavaraddi, Director, Morarji Desai National   Institute of Yoga, Ministry of AYUSH, New Delhi.

The programme included distribution of prizes to the winners of the competitions (Asana, essay, poster, photo).  Dr. Nalini Bhaskaranand, Professor & HOD (rtd), KMC, Manipal, and  Dr. Anice George, Professor, Manipal Nursing College, Manipal, who were the guests for the event were felicitated. It also included a demonstration of the formations of yoga postures by M.Sc. Yoga Therapy students from Division of Yoga.

In his presidential address Dr HS Ballal, Pro Chancellor, MAHE said “The practice of Yoga has the ability to improve our quality of life. It helps in preventing several lifestyle disorders and helps one to remain healthy and happy. At MAHE we encourage the future generation to inculcate the science of Yoga into their daily lives”

Speaking at the event Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M D Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor said “The practice of Yoga is believed to have started with the very dawn of civilization. The science of yoga has its origin thousands of years ago and it continues to be relevant to this day. In this modern era, stress and unhealthy living habits have become quite common. Yoga is the perfect cure to deal with all these issues and stay healthy. We are extremely pleased that our Yoga day event has received such enthusiastic participation from everyone and MAHE will continue to raise awareness about this wonderful practice”

Punjab National Bank Celebrates 8th International Yoga Day At Zones, Circles, And PNB Head Office

* PNB Parivar commemorates the theme of “Yoga for Humanity” toward a united community 

Punjab National Bank (PNB), nation’s leading public sector bank, celebrated the 8th International Yoga Day by highlighting the importance of physical and mental well-being for all its employees. On this day, the PNB Parivar came together and took part in multiple early morning interactive yoga sessions focusing on stress management, relaxation techniques, and breathing exercises across all the zones, circles, and the PNB Head Office. 

As India is celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to commemorate 75 yrs of independence, this year’s theme, “Yoga for Humanity” focuses on instilling empathy and togetherness within people. This theme was selected by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, as a tribute to everyone for coming together to alleviate the sufferings during Covid-19 with kindness, compassion, and unity. 

Thanking the staff members, Shri Atul Kumar Goel, MD & CEO of PNB, said: "Success of an organization is directly related to the health of its employees in terms of increasing efficiency, productivity and focus. Yoga, a 3000-year-old practice, is a proven tool to enhance mindfulness, relaxation, and flexibility which leads to the oneness of mind and body. Hence, the idea for the UN-mandated International Day of Yoga first proposed by India’s Hon’ble Prime Minister was supported by 177 other countries.  

The word ‘Yoga’ is derived from the Sanskrit term ‘Yuj’, meaning ‘to unite’. We at PNB believe in the motto of “One Team, One Dream” and hence the essence of Yoga aligns with our philosophy of unity appropriately. Hence, further to PNB’s commitment towards the social, mental, and physical well-being of its employees, we reaffirm ourselves to make this practice a daily part of our routine to achieve holistic development." 

The yoga sessions at the head office were attended by Shri Atul Kumar Goel, MD & CEO of PNB, Executive Director - Shri Vijay Dube, CGMs, senior officials, and other bank staff. 

PNB’s initiative this year marks a stepping stone towards building a harmonious society by inculcating and spreading the disciplines of an ancient Indian practice of Yoga for the overall well-being of the community. 

Rajeev Butani Joins Prodapt As The New CEO & Board of Directors

* He will guide the company’s expanded focus on connected platforms and software 

Prodapt, a leading global consulting, technology, and managed services provider to the connectedness industry announced that Rajeev Butani, CEO and Board Member of HeadSpin, has joined its board of directors. 

Prior to HeadSpin, a developer platform enabling companies to enhance their digital experiences, Rajeev was the Senior Managing Director and Group Technology Officer for Accenture’s Communications, Media, and Technology Operating Group globally. He has also served on Accenture’s Global Leadership Committee. He was a founding member of Accenture’s Advanced Technology Centers and led the company’s Software and Platform Business based in the Bay Area.  

“We are excited to welcome Rajeev to the Prodapt Board,” said Vedant Jhaver, the Chairman & CEO of Prodapt. “Rajeev is a seasoned executive with a deep understanding of connected platforms and software. His expertise will help accelerate our growth and leadership in the connectedness space,” he added. 

On joining the board of directors at Prodapt, Rajeev Butani said, “With a singular focus on the Connectedness vertical, Prodapt has become a critical partner enabling next-generation technologies and innovations for the world’s leading telecom companies. It is exciting to see Prodapt bring the same focus and commitment to the connected platforms and software industry. I am delighted to be a part of the Prodapt Board, and I look forward to partnering with Vedant, Harsha, and the Prodapt team in this journey.” 

Harsha Kumar, President of Prodapt, said, “Rajeev has an unparalleled track record in leading businesses and driving leading-edge technology innovation. I am very excited to work closely with Rajeev in developing & executing our growth strategy.” 

About Prodapt 

Prodapt has a singular focus on the Connectedness vertical. Prodapt partners with the leading creators of our hyper-connected world. Prodapt’s customers range from telecom operators, digital/multi-service providers (D/MSPs), technology and digital platform companies in the business of Connectedness. 

Prodapt builds, integrates, and operates solutions enabling next-generation technologies and innovations. Prodapt services global leaders including Google, Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft, AT&T, Verizon, CenturyLink, Adtran, Vodafone, Liberty Global, Windstream, Virgin Media, Rogers, Deutsche Telekom, among many others. Prodapt’s customers help more than a billion people, and five billion devices stay connected. Prodapt has offices in North America, Europe, Latam, India, and Africa. It is part of the 120-year-old business conglomerate, The Jhaver Group, which employs over 22,000 people across 64+ locations globally. 

CoinSwitch Lists 100th Coin For Its Users To Invest In Indian Rupees

* With over 18 million users, CoinSwitch is the largest crypto company in India

CoinSwitch, India’s largest Crypto investing app, has listed 100th coin on its trading platform, providing users a wide range of Crypto assets to purchase in Indian Rupees, besides popular coins such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Shiba Inu. Now users can purchase and sell these Crypto assets in Indian Rupees following safe investing guidelines.

CoinSwitch keeps investor protection at the forefront even as it continues to list newer assets. The company recently introduced a Riskometer feature to warn users before they purchase a crypto that is new or is potentially volatile. The risk levels are assessed by analyzing a coin’s origins, utility, and other factors. The additional nudge respects the user's choice while enabling informed decisions.

“At CoinSwitch, we deliberate carefully before listing any coin on our platform. We place user protection and education at the forefront of all business decisions, even as we provide them with greater choices. Today, we are pleased to provide our 18 million users with 100 Crypto assets to purchase and invest in with Indian Rupee. Users can learn more about these coins from our educational platforms such as the CoinSwitch blog and YouTube channel and make an informed investment decision,” said Ashish Singhal, CEO & Co-Founder of CoinSwitch.

The company has implemented several measures to make Crypto investing safe and trustworthy in India. On the CoinSwitch app, users can deposit and withdraw only Indian Rupees from their verified bank account after submitting necessary KYC details. The app is open for only resident Indians. Further, it conducts name screening (for Politically Exposed Person status, Sanctioned list, and negative news) if a user makes a transfer beyond a threshold.

With a mission to make money equal for all, CoinSwitch provides users with a safe, simple, and trusted platform for users to invest in Crypto assets, and equips users with educational content to make informed decisions. Users can consume these educational materials on the CoinSwitch blog, YouTube channel, Instagram, and other platforms.