Christ School ICSE Enters Into To 2 World Records Namely Exclusive World Records And Kings Book of Records

It was a day to fly with Colours at HOSACHIGURU COLOROTHAN SEASON 14  with over 3,600 people across three generations – old, young and children, men and women, including students, teachers and parents, and from age 3 to 90 years – took part in the Fest, for the first time in school history, to mark 75th Year of Independence Day  in a truly special way. The Christ School ICSE Bengaluru  campus was awash in a riot of colours trying their hand at giving shape to their emotions and creativity. 

The Festival was Inaugurated by Brig. Jose Abraham, Rev. Fr. Nilson Davis Pallissery CMI , Principal, Christ School ISCE, along with  Rev. Fr. Martin Onasseril CMI, Vice Principal,  Rev. Fr. Regi Koodapattu, Financial Manager, Rev. Fr. Fenil CMI, Director of Special School  and Kishore Joseph , Director, Breathe Entertainment and Founder- Colorothon. 

Colorothon is a concept of Breathe Entertainment, and hosted by Christ School ISCE, the Festival offered the participants a vibrant and kaleidoscopic experience of a cultural potpourri across many media and formats like Performing arts, Fine and traditional arts, Culinary arts, visual and digital art, art installations, interactive art, magic show, live painting by professional artists  and contemporary art

The main attraction of the day being the special children  participating in full enthusiasm that struck a ready chord with the people. 

To commemorate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of independence and the glorious history of it's people, culture and achievements, the Christ School ICSE had symbolically unveiled a patriotic Art work measuring 7x10 feet which was drawn by an artist by name Aneesh from Kidschaupal. 

Subsequently 75 collages were also exhibited by the Christ School children contributed by 2650 children covering the journey of 75 years of Independence starting from 1947 to 2022 which includes Coivd -19 

Kishore Joseph, Director, Breathe Entertainment, and the brain behind the event, said choosing Independence  Day for the event is our way of attempting to bring people together”  and to bring out the child in everyone. “The focus was on creativity and the right mix of colors, and it feels really great to motivate kids by organizing such events,” he said. 

Hosachiguru  was hosted by Christ School, ICSE , because, said Rev. Fr. Nilson Davis Pallissery CMI , Principal,  Christ School ICSE, it’s a unique event which brings together people belonging to three generations, students, parents & teachers  under a single platform to express themselves through art and painting. 

“We have blown the myth that art is avant-garde, and that it is the province of the elite. Creativity flows from imagination and both flow from the power of your mind, your thinking, and not the power of your purse, your bottom line, your lineage, caste, religion or whatever. This is what we aim to stress and propagate through Colorothon  Festival,” said Fr. Nilson Davis CMI.

Incidentally, Christ School are eyeing an entry into the Exclusive Book World Records  and the Kings Book of  World Records for organizing the largest painting extravaganza in the world in the school sector. 

According to the organizers, 300 best paintings of the participants judged by renowned artists, will be auctioned and donated to Charity Partners. 

“Our vision is to see people from all over the country take part in painting on a day which will be celebrated as Colorothon Day,” says Kishore Joseph, Founder-Trustee of Colorothon and Breathe Entertainment, Publisher of thisweekindia.news and multiple world-record holders. 

Incidentally Christ School ICSE enters in 2 World Records : 

Becomes the largest open-air community painting session, Enters ‘Exclusive Record for largest number of people painting under platform of all age groups, students, parents and teachers, It has received over 3,600 participants which includes Students ( Grade 1  to Grade 10 , Parents,  Teachers and their family members Painting for the first time in school history, to commemorate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav the 75 years of independence in a truly special way Together, Celebrating Colored Togetherness.

CHRIST SCHOOL BENGALIURU ( ICSE) Karnataka,  has also  been selected for the title "Amazing Brilliance" as for displaying 75 Collages exhibited by the Christ School children contributed by 2650 students covering the journey of 75 years of Independence starting from 1947 to 2022 which includes Coivd -19, to commemorate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav the 75 years of independence

It was exhibited on 15th August 2022 at Christ School (ICSE)  Christ School Road, DRC Post, Suddagunnte Palya Bengaluru 560029, Karnataka, India. 

Best 15 Winners  from 5 different categories of Christ School  ICSE Color Festival were felicitated by Fr. Nilson Davis CMI.

Hemkunt Foundation Welcomes Ranveer Singh As A Goodwill Ambassador; Will Build Largest Skill Development Center In India

Hemkunt Foundation today announced the onboarding of Bollywood superstar & youth icon, Ranveer Singh as a Goodwill Ambassador. Hemkunt Foundation is relentlessly working for the upliftment of the underprivileged sections of society with education, skill development, access to livelihood, and healthcare support. It has played a significant role during the pandemic and in the lives of marginalized communities to break the generational poverty cycle.

Ranveer’s association is a step forward in that direction. As a youth icon and an individual who feels passionately about education and giving back to society, Ranveer will encourage and empower the youth of India to take an active part in helping the underprivileged. He will be closely associated with the sustainable development of HF Gurukul - India’s largest not-for-profit skill development center.

Talking about his motivations behind joining the foundation, Ranveer Singh said, “Education is the only solution to eradicate generational poverty and unemployment. It is disheartening to see that a large segment of the population do not have access to it and I want to do my bit to help as many people of my country as possible. Hence, I am glad to join hands with Hemkunt Foundation and Harteerath Singh to provide equal access to education and employment opportunities for all. I hope, with this association, we can positively impact the lives of children from marginalized communities.”

“We are extremely grateful to have Ranveer Singh join the Hemkunt Foundation family.  He is the perfect embodiment of our values of striving to give back to society. His passion and commitment to education are worth applauding. I am certain together we’ll be able to create tangible on-ground impact in the society.” said Harteerath Singh, Director of Hemkunt Foundation.

Hemkunt Foundation has impacted more than 50k lives with education so far. With Hemkunt Foundation Gurukul, spread across 25 acres in Khandwa,  Madhya Pradesh, it plans to further impart skill training to 1000 students every year. The objective of the school is to train the students to be industry-ready by conducting industry/job-specific training modules.

75 Switch EiV 12 Buses Flagged Off In Bengaluru; Part Of 300 Strong Electric Bus Order

·         First of Switch EiV 12 bus order hits Bengaluru city roads

·         Switch Mobility will supply, operate and maintain 300 Switch EiV 12 standard electric buses

·         Switch EiV 12 is equipped with advanced lithium-ion NMC chemistry

Switch Mobility Ltd (‘Switch’), the next-generation carbon neutral electric bus and light commercial vehicle company, today announced that 75 Switch EiV 12 buses were flagged off at Vidhana Soudha by Shri. Basavaraj Bommai, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Government of Karnataka. These new technologically, advanced electric buses are a part of the 300 strong electric bus order and would be inducted into the BMTC fleet to cater to the people of Bengaluru. Switch Mobility will supply, operate and maintain the 300 Switch EiV 12 standard electric buses.

Mahesh Babu, Chief Executive Officer, Switch India & Chief Operating Officer, Switch Mobility Ltd., said: “With increasing focus on electrification of mass public transportation, Switch India is committed to democratizing zero carbon mobility. In order to cater to these needs, Switch India launched the Switch EiV 12 platform in June 2022 and today we are delighted to begin initial deliveries of our Switch EiV buses to BMTC as part of our 300 strong electric bus order. These buses will play a vital role in reducing carbon footprint in the city of Bengaluru - a reduction of over 14,500 tonnes of CO2 per year equivalent to planting 87,000 trees’’.

The Switch EiV 12 buses have been uniquely configured and designed with cutting-edge technology to deliver delightful customer experience and passenger comfort, while being contemporary and futuristic. The Switch EiV 12 platform is built on the experience of 50 million electric kms globally. The platform has a unique, advanced, global EV architecture to deliver superior efficiency, safety, and reliability. Switch EiV 12 delivers exceptional drive performance and efficiency, and is embedded with proprietary, connected technology solutions, ‘Switch iON’, enabling remote, real-time diagnostics and monitoring services, as well as world-class digital battery management tools.

The buses are equipped with a new generation of highly efficient, modular batteries with advanced lithium-ion NMC chemistry, specially formulated for the Indian market and climatic conditions. The modular batteries increase the capacity per battery cell for the same weight, enabling higher range of kilometers.

With an objective to create the required infrastructure, the company has also set up charging facilities which uses over 80% of renewable energy.

Switch buses in India have clocked over 9 million kms in India, saving over 5000 tonnes of CO2, equivalent to planting more than 30,000 trees, thus delivering on key strategic milestones in support of the brand’s mission: to enrich lives through green mobility and deliver cleaner, smarter journeys that are accessible to all.

About Switch Mobility

Switch Mobility is a next-generation electric bus and light commercial vehicle company with the mission to enrich lives through green mobility. A mature start up, Switch was forged from the innovative EV elements of Ashok Leyland, the fourth largest bus OEM in the world, and Optare, the UK bus manufacturer with over a century of expertise in using the latest technologies in bus design. In 2014, Switch (then Optare) introduced the first British built, pure electric buses to London’s roads and since then has put 300 EVs on the road, clocking up over 30 million electric miles in developed and developing markets.

With dedicated teams at our sites in Leeds, UK and Chennai, India, as a Group, our market-leading vehicles are sold in over 46 countries around the globe and combine the best of British and Indian design, technology and engineering to create unique products. Capitalizing on our demonstrable experience and proven expertise in light weight architecture, net zero carbon technologies, data analytics, software and customer service, Switch Mobility aims to be the commercial EV provider and employer of choice in the industry. Through its subsidiary OHM, Switch also offers a range of eMaas services, supporting communities in their transition to a zero emission transport network.

Punjab National Bank Organizes Walkathon To Commemorate The Spirit of “Har Ghar Tiranga”

Punjab National Bank (PNB), nation’s leading public sector bank, organized a Walkathon to commemorate India’s iconic milestone of 75 years of independence and to encourage the unfurling of the national flag at every home.  This initiative has been inspired by Har Ghara Tiranga Campaign under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amritmahotsav, which aims at bringing our beloved national flag closer to our heart.  

The Walkathon commenced from the PNB Head Office  and was graced with the participation of the MD & CEO Shri Atul Kumar Goel, along with ED Shri Sanjay Kumar, CGM  Shri Sunil Soni, senior executives and other staff members. During the Walkathon, national flags were distributed amongst the general public by the MD & CEO and ED to instill the joy of patriotism. 

Commending the staff for their zeal and enthusiasm, Shri Goel said, “ The Walkathon is a symbolic tribute to the 75 years of progressive India and spirit of unity , peace and harmony.  We envision an India where weaker sections and low income groups have access to financial services including credit at an affordable cost.” 

Phoenix Marketcity Bengaluru Is All Set To Celebrate 75th Independence Day By Unfurling The “Biggest National Flag”

* Let’s celebrate the occasion of Independence Day by inspiring each one of us to thank our heroes for it by flaring the biggest national flag at Phoenix Marketcity, Bengaluru 

With Independence day just around the corner, it is that time of the year again when we unfurl the flag to commemorate our 75th year of Independence. Phoenix Marketcity Bengaluru is all set to take Independence Day to a whole new level this year with its massive arrangement of larger-than-life magnificent National Flag that will make people feel proud creating a great photo opportunity for people to take memorable selfies. The mall will be elegantly lit in tricolors which will fill the air with pride. 

This year Phoenix Marketcity is all set to witness a glorious and historic moment as India completes 75 years of Independence. This day will be made memorable by putting up a larger-than-life national flag marking the 75th year of independence. Celebrations of Independence day at Phoenix Marketcity have always been a proud affair, as there is always an attempt to do something unique each year.  Independence Day celebrations are also set to be bigger and better than ever before with fun-packed evenings filled with activities, and soulful musical nights for every generation.  

About Phoenix Marketcity Bengaluru 

Classified as a “Larger Lifestyle Engagement Destination”, Phoenix Marketcity Bengaluru offers visitors an array of unforgettable experiences. With its truly international look and feel, tastefully done interiors, and the best of food, fashion, and entertainment from the world over, Phoenix remains ‘The’ destination for the premium discerning customers of the city as well ex-pats. With over 300 stores, representing an exhaustive mix of International, National, and Regional premium brands, the mall offers the most comprehensive and compelling lifestyle shopping experience in Bangalore. More than just a Mall, Phoenix Marketcity, Bengaluru is in fact a veritable melting pot of fascinating cultures, beautiful clothing, and high-end couture. It is a city within a city, an urban space where retail, entertainment, and leisure offerings co-exist. 

Godrej Celebrates 75 Years of India’s Independence With #SoundsOfMakingIndia, The Heartbeat of A Free Nation

* #SoundsOfMakingIndia touches upon the Godrej Group’s journey of contributing towards India’s self-reliance  

On the occasion of India’s 75th Independence Day, Godrej Group released #SoundsOfMakingIndia, the sequel to its Independence Day campaign from 2019, that beautifully captured all the industrial sounds that signify progress in the manufacturing ecosystem.

YouTube Link :| https://youtu.be/I1spEfbBe5c

The film #SoundsOfMakingIndia narrates the  story of the  Godrej Group’s journey of being an integral part of our Nation’s progress. The film integrates the different businesses of one of India’s most iconic brands and gives consumers an opportunity to listen to the numerous sounds or the heartbeats of progress that truly make India. 

This video will be amplified by digital content creators who will spread the message, by our media  partners  who will put it up on their respective  platforms and by  our business partners who will amplify it on their social media assets.

Commenting on the film, Tanya Dubash, Executive Director and Chief Brand Officer, Godrej Group said, “At Godrej, we are extremely proud of being an intrinsic part of our country’s progress and journey over the last 75 years.  The film #SoundsofMakingIndia captures the sounds representing our Group as a whole and strings them together into one of our most popular and relevant patriotic songs 'Sare Jahan Se Accha’.   It  encourages each one of us to believe in this power of progress and contribute to the journey ahead as we celebrate 75 years of Independence.”

Anu Joseph, Co-founder and Creative Vice Chairman, Creativeland Asia, added, “Godrej Group’s history is inextricably linked to India’s journey towards self-reliance and independence. This film is a celebration of all the things - both big and small, that Godrej has been making for India while helping make India.”

About Godrej Group

Established in 1897, the Godrej Group has its roots in India's Independence and Swadeshi movement. Our founder, Ardeshir Godrej, lawyer-turned-serial entrepreneur failed with a few ventures, before he struck gold with a locks business. Today, we enjoy the patronage of 1.1 billion consumers globally across consumer goods, real estate, appliances, agriculture and many other businesses. In fact, our geographical footprint extends beyond Earth, with our engines now powering many of India's space missions. With revenues of over USD 4.5 billion we are growing fast, and have exciting, ambitious aspirations. For us, it is most important that besides our strong financial performance and innovative, much-loved products, we remain a good company. About 23 per cent of the promoters’ holding in the Godrej Group is held in trusts that invest in the environment, health and education. We are also bringing together our passion and purpose to make a difference through our Good & Green strategy of 'shared value' to create a more inclusive and greener India. At the heart of all of this, are our people. We take much pride in fostering an inspiring workplace, with an agile and high performance culture. We are deeply committed to recognizing and valuing diversity across our teams.

For more information on the company, log on to www.godrejindustries.com

YES Bank Enables Its Business Enterprise Customers To Go Live On ONDC

YES Bank today announced its partnership with SellerApp, a seller-centric intelligence platform, to facilitate adoption of Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) amongst the seller segment of its customer base and help them increase their digital commerce footprint. Aimed at promoting open networks for the exchange of all kinds of goods and services over digital or electronic networks, ONDC is a strategic initiative aimed to democratize the entire digital commerce space.

Speaking on the development, Mr. T Koshy, MD and CEO, ONDC, said, “This innovative initiative from YES BANK to enable their business clients to be part of ONDC through their strategic alliance with SellerApp, which is the one of the first Network Participants, is very encouraging. This is an excellent example of YES BANK creating a diverse business model to embed themselves in an Open Network. I am sure this model will evolve to be a great boon in enhancing market access for their corporate clients, especially small and medium enterprises who will be coming online first time.”

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Prashant Kumar, MD & CEO, YES BANK said, “We are pleased to create access for our enterprise customers to be part of the strategic ONDC network, which aims to democratize the digital commerce space and entrust more power to businesses. This association will enable us to positively impact the business momentum of our SME, MSME and other enterprise customers across India and Bharat. We believe this partnership model with SellerApp complements our Technology-First A.R.T (Alliances, Relationship & Technology) approach and this synergy will benefit our customers with better data insights and wider access to the market by moving from a platform-centric model to an open-network model." 

Mr. Brij Purohit, Co-founder, SellerApp.com, said, “Just going by the huge diversity and market size we have, any digital revolution in India has been impactful as seen in the case of UPI or Aadhar. The way we see ONDC taking shape, it is going to revolutionize how commerce is done today in India and it is our privilege to partner with YES BANK in this journey.”

ABOUT YES BANK

YES BANK is a 'Full Service Commercial 'Bank' providing a complete range of products, services and technology driven digital offerings, catering to Retail, MSME as well as corporate clients. YES BANK operates its Investment banking, Merchant banking & Brokerage businesses through YES SECURITIES, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bank. Headquartered in Mumbai, it has a pan-India presence including an IBU at GIFT City, and a Representative Office in Abu Dhabi.