Chennaiyin FC Name Humans of Bombay As Its Official Storytelling Partner

Chennaiyin FC have announced India’s largest storytelling platform, Humans of Bombay as their official storytelling partner for the on-going 2022-23 season.

Through a year-long deal, the two-time Hero Indian Super League champions and Humans of Bombay will work together in bringing out unknown fascinating stories of its champion players, coaches and stakeholders while also throwing spotlight on the ups and downs of their journey.

The partnership intends to bring the Chennaiyin fans closer, bolstering their bond with Marina Machans.  

Established in 2014 by Karishma Mehta, Humans of Bombay showcases unique, inspirational and relatable stories of individuals from all walks of life. With a community of over 4.5 million people, the platform has lent voice to voiceless with more than 6000 stories so far.

“We strongly believe that sport gives birth to some of the greatest stories. And from our interactions with the team until now, we’ve found some fascinating stories of grit and determination. We’re grateful that we can extend our expertise to bring forth these inspiring and heartwarming stories from Chennaiyin FC to the fans and our community. Fans will be able to see their players, coaches and stakeholders from a very personal lens and we hope our storytelling strengthens their bond with the team. Stories have the power to inspire a generation and we hope to do that; it’s time for India to participate on a much larger scale in the sporting world and that effort to become truly global begins here,” said Karishma Mehta, Founder, Humans of Bombay.  

Chennaiyin FC have secured two victories and a draw from their five games so far in the on-going Hero ISL season. They will next take on Jamshedpur FC in a home fixture at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.

Bennett University Collaborate With Salesforce To Bridge The Industry-Academia Gap In Digital Skills

* Aims to skill over 1000+ individuals with digital skills for the jobs of tomorrow

Bennett University, a Times Group Venture,  announced a collaboration with Salesforce (NYSE: CRM), the global leader in CRM, leveraging its online learning platform, Trailhead, to equip students with the in-demand skills of a ‘digital first economy’. This collaboration will integrate industry-specific knowledge into the curriculum and provide avenues for students and faculty members to learn the digital skills needed for the future.

Students will  have access to certification programs on emerging technologies; through curated trails on the Trailhead platform which are now NOS (National Occupation Standard) certified. Salesforce will also provide a Train the Trainer (TTT/Faculty Development) Program to equip faculty of member colleges with in-demand digital skills. This program will also provide networking opportunities by building an educator, faculty and student community to connect with the Salesforce Partner ecosystem. Virtual internship opportunities will be offered annually in partnership with All India Council Technical Education (AICTE).

Comments on the news: 

Sanket Atal, Managing Director - Sites, Salesforce India, said “Organisations today are transforming their businesses through digital platforms and it's important for the universities to integrate digital skills into their curriculum. Industry-academia partnerships are incredibly relevant to bridge this skills gap and we are thrilled to partner with Bennett University in our effort towards strengthening the technology workforce in India”.

Dr Prabhu Aggarwal, Vice Chancellor, Bennett University said “The widening gap between higher education and industry cannot be solved unless we rapidly scale the breadth and depth of industry academia collaboration. At Bennett University we are leading the way in working closely with employers to adapt their offerings in line with the rapidly changing employability needs of students and talent needs of industry. Our Collaboration with Salesforce along with other such initiatives will empower our students with skills most sought after by industry”.

About Bennett University

The Times Group established Bennett University in 2016 with a vision to provide quality education and establish itself as one of the best private universities in India to impart interdisciplinary education. It was established by the Act of the State Legislature of Uttar Pradesh as a private university.

The six schools with 30+ programs and 70+ leading specialisations in Engineering, Management, Media, Law and Liberal Arts have positioned it as one of the top universities in India. This has made it a sought-after destination for fortune companies and leading corporations in a short period, picking talents with prominent placement records.

About Salesforce

Salesforce, the global CRM leader, empowers companies of every size and industry to digitally transform and create a 360° view of their customers. For more information about Salesforce (NYSE: CRM), visit: www.salesforce.com.

Signify Expands Its Philips Smart Wi-Fi Lighting Range With New Portable Smart Lamps

* Philips Smart LED Squire And Philips Smart LED Hero Portable smart Lamps Launched In India

 Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, has expanded its Philips Smart Wi-Fi lighting range in India with the launch of two new portable smart lamps - Philips Smart LED Squire and Philips Smart LED Hero. These beautifully designed lamps enable users to bring colorful smart light to any corner of their living area. You can place it on your bedside, coffee table or bookshelf to cast a soft colorful glow on the wall and create a cozy corner for reading, exercising or just relaxing at home.

With these easy-to-use portable lamps, you can brighten up your home with soft light in any color you like or simply apply a dynamic light mode designed for you. You can also choose from a wide range of energizing cool white to soft warm white lights, or simply select from the preset modes such as Focus and Relax to create the best ambience for your activities.

The Philips Smart LED Squire and Philips Smart LED Hero have a subtle round-shaped design and a simple plug-and-play operation which makes them easy to use and carry anywhere in the home. While the Philips Smart LED Squire table lamp comes with a dual-zone light effect, the Philips Smart LED Hero table lamp is equipped with a tap sensor control, in addition to app and voice controls.

These smart portable table lamps can be remotely operated from anywhere using the Philips WiZ app or through voice control. They are also compatible with all smart home systems that work via existing Wi-Fi networks. You can also automate these smart lights to follow your daily or weekly routines. Schedule your lights to turn on in the morning or before you arrive home, and to keep them off to save energy, when they are not necessary.

Commenting on the launch, Sumit Joshi, CEO & Managing Director, Signify South Asia said, “The demand for smart lighting is steadily growing in India, owing to increasing internet penetration and a growing younger audience that prefers lighting that is smart and convenient. We are delighted to announce the expansion of our Philips Smart Wi-Fi lighting range in India with our newly launched portable table lamps– Philips Smart LED Squire and Philips Smart LED Hero. We are confident that users will enjoy the convenience of these plug-and-play portable lamps.”

The Philips Smart LED Squire and Philips Smart LED Hero table lamps are available in white colour and 9W option, on leading e-commerce platforms in India.

About Signify

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) is the world leader in lighting for professionals and consumers and lighting for the Internet of Things. Our Philips products, Interact connected lighting systems and data-enabled services, deliver business value and transform life in homes, buildings and public spaces. With 2021 sales of EUR 6.9 billion, we have approximately 37,000 employees and are present in over 70 countries. We unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. We achieved carbon neutrality in 2020, have been in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index since our IPO for five consecutive years and were named Industry Leader in 2017, 2018 and 2019. News from Signify is located at the Newsroom, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. Information for investors can be found on the Investor Relations page.

MAGGI.in Curates Everyday Recipes For Homemakers On World Diabetes Day

Brand MAGGI has always been an ally for homecooks in everyday cooking. This World Diabetes Day, MAGGI.in has introduced an additional section on the website dedicated to selection of recipes that deliver on taste and nutrition. These recipes are reviewed by senior nutritionist and specialist.  With these recipes, home cooks need not compromise on the taste or nutrition in their meals.

Commenting on this, Mr. Rajat Jain, Head – Foods Business, Nestlé India, said, "We at MAGGI understand how tough it can be for homemakers to manage the varied dietary requirements of different family members. Often it means they need to cook two separate meals, to meet the nutritional requirements of the household, sometimes compromising on taste. MAGGI, with the objective of being an ally in daily cooking, has curated, tasty and experts' recommended recipes. We have worked with culinary experts and nutritionists in putting together these recipes on Maggi.in.”

MAGGI has always been at the forefront of innovation and has always given priority to consumers' needs. In 2020, the brand introduced the service “MAGGI – Cooking Made Simple” to make every-day cooking simple, convenient, and enjoyable for everybody. These recipes are available on https://www.maggi.in/, and can be accessed on your phone and are downloadable.

Here is one such recipe which can be cooked at home.

Quick, Easy and 3 Step spinach besan cheela recipe with methi leaves

https://www.maggi.in/recipes/spinach-besan-cheela-recipe-diabetic-friendly/

Spinach Besan Cheela Recipe

Ingredients

Besan (Gram Flour)

Spinach, Kasuri Methi

Tomato, Onion, Ginger, Chilli and Corriander

1 Sachet MAGGI Masala-Ae-Magic

Step 1

Get all the ingredients together in a mixing bowl, add water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps and make a thick batter of pouring consistency. Add turmeric powder and salt to taste

Step 2

Heat a non-stick pan and brush it with a few drops of oil. On a medium heat, take a ladle full of batter and pour the batter in the centre and quickly spread it across the pan to make a round Cheela/Pancake.

Step 3

Drizzle oil around edges and centre and let it cook until it loosens. Flip on other side and cook until golden brown..

Cummins Inc. And Tata Motors Sign MoU To Accelerate India’s Journey Towards ‘Net Zero’ Emissions

Cummins Inc., a global power solutions and hydrogen technologies provider, and Tata Motors, the largest commercial vehicle manufacturer in India, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the design and development of low and zero-emission propulsion technology solutions for commercial vehicles in India, including hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines, fuel cells, and battery electric vehicle systems. 

The MoU was signed in the presence of N Chandrasekaran, Executive Chairman, Tata Sons, and Tom Linebarger, Executive Chairman, Cummins Inc., on November 14, 2022, at the Tata Sons Headquarters - Bombay House, in Mumbai, India. Senior officials and dignitaries from Cummins India and Tata Motors were also present during the MoU signing ceremony.  

On this occasion, Mr. N Chandrasekaran, Executive Chairman, Tata Sons and Chairman, Tata Motors said, “The shift to sustainable mobility is irreversible and Tata Motors is committed to be amongst the leaders of green mobility. We are taking definitive steps to drive this global megatrend forward in each of our businesses. Working with partners who share the same vision is essential for this transition and we are delighted to strengthen our long-standing relationship with Cummins for their next generation, hydrogen propulsion systems. We are excited to indigenize the cutting-edge hydrogen technology to offer our customers an expanded portfolio of green and future ready commercial vehicles, accelerate the adoption of sustainable mobility in the country, and to contribute towards India’s ‘net zero’ carbon emission goals.” 

Commenting on the strategic collaboration, Mr. Tom Linebarger, Executive Chairman, Cummins Inc., said, “Climate change is the existential crisis of our time, and this collaboration between Cummins and Tata Motors accelerates our ability to address it. Cummins is well-positioned to help our customers successfully and seamlessly transition to economically viable decarbonized solutions. Cummins and Tata Motors have a strong history of partnership, and the next step into low and zero-emissions technologies is an exciting development for zero-emissions transportation. Our collaboration in India is an important milestone for Cummins and Tata as we work together to accelerate the shift to a carbon-free economy and a zero-emissions world. We strongly believe that this collaboration is a significant step forward to achieving India’s Green Hydrogen Mission. I am excited to enable powering a cleaner and greener India.” 

In 1993, the two engineering companies came together to fulfill their goal of introducing best-in-class cleaner vehicle technology solutions to the Indian market - Tata Motors to deliver best-in-class mobility solutions in India and Cummins to power that vision through their products and services. Driven by a shared ideology, common vision, and values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, this partnership has grown from strength to strength over the last three decades. This MoU further solidifies their association and is aligned with India’s vision of ‘Energy for Sustainable Growth’ and achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2070. India will be one of the first markets to receive Cummins’ Hydrogen engines, an important technology to help drive decarbonization. 

CUMMINS LOW AND ZERO EMISSION PRODUCTS 

Cummins B6.7H hydrogen engine with up to 290 hp (216 kW) output and 1200 Nm peak torque is an all-new engine platform featuring cutting-edge technology to enhance power density, reduce friction losses and improve thermal efficiency. As a result, performance is transparent and compatible with the same transmissions, drivelines, and cooling packages. The B6.7H hydrogen engine is being derived from Cummins fuel-agnostic platform offering the benefit of a common-base architecture and low-to-zero carbon fuel capability. 

Cummins zero-emission product portfolio also includes its fourth-generation hydrogen fuel cell engine. Designed to meet the duty-cycle, performance and packaging requirements of medium and heavy-duty trucks and buses, the fuel cell technology is available in 135 kW single- and 270-kW dual modules. The systems have strong operating cycle efficiency and durability for a lower total cost of ownership.  Cummins battery portfolio includes both Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery packs, each of which targets a different duty cycle and use case. 

Destination Zero™ is Cummins’ strategy to go further and faster to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) and air quality impacts of its products and reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Cummins is pursuing a dual-path approach, meaning the company is reducing emissions from internal combustion engines while simultaneously investing in new, zero-emissions products. The company spends approximately $ 1 billion annually on research and development of future technologies. 

Cummins’ approach lowers emissions today; incorporates well-to-wheel emissions reductions by matching technology readiness with infrastructure readiness; drives wide-scale adoption due to affordability by using the right technology at the right time; and will achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.  

LTI And Mindtree To Start Operating As A Merged Entity From November 14, 2022

* Merger of LTI and Mindtree receives approval of NCLT

* LTIMindtree all set to debut as one of India’s largest IT services companies

Larsen & Toubro Infotech (BSE: 540005, NSE: LTI) and Mindtree (BSE: 532819, NSE: MINDTREE), leading technology consulting and digital solutions companies under the Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Group, announced that both Mumbai and Bengaluru Benches of Hon’ble National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) have approved, via two separate orders, the scheme of amalgamation and arrangement between the two companies and their respective shareholders and creditors under section 230-232 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.

The two companies had announced their intent to merge in May 2022. This approval clears the way for the merger of the two independently listed companies as LTIMindtree, a scaled-up IT services provider with a client portfolio of more than 750 leading global enterprises from all key industry verticals, and nearly 90,000 professionals spread in more than 30 countries across five continents. LTIMindtree will thus become the fifth largest IT services company in India in terms of current market capitalization. The Effective Date for the company to start operating as one entity is November 14, 2022.

As part of the merger, all shareholders of Mindtree will be issued shares of LTI in the ratio of 73 shares of LTI for every 100 shares of Mindtree. The parent company, L&T, will hold 68.73% of the merged entity. The Record Date to determine the eligible shareholders of Mindtree for issue of equity shares of LTI pursuant to the scheme is fixed as November 24, 2022.

Mr. A. M. Naik, Group Chairman of L&T and Chairman of LTIMindtree, said, “LTIMindtree is integral to L&T’s technology-led growth vision and is poised to play a crucial role in the expansion and diversification of our services portfolio. The highly complementary strengths of LTI and Mindtree make this integration a win-win proposition for all our stakeholders — clients, partners, investors, shareholders, employees, and communities — furthering L&T’s tradition of innovation, excellence, trust, and empathy.”

Mr. S. N. Subrahmanyan, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of L&T, and Vice-Chairman of LTIMindtree, said, “We are grateful to the authorities for the swift passage of the proposed transaction through statutory processes and for its approval in a record time. This integration is much more than just the coming together of two highly successful companies. It is about turning the collective wisdom of the two companies into a much larger force for creating long-term value for all our stakeholders.”

Mr. Debashis Chatterjee, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of LTIMindtree, said, “Amid the proliferation of new business models and revenue streams in a rapidly converging world, LTIMindtree will help businesses proactively take on and shape the future by harnessing the full power of digital technologies. Armed with top talent, comprehensive offerings, and a cumulative experience of more than five decades, LTIMindtree brings the diversity of scale and capabilities required to help businesses reimagine possibilities, deliver impact, and get to the future, faster.” 

Both LTI and Mindtree have delivered market-leading financial performance and created value for shareholders. By combining their strengths and unlocking the benefits of scale, LTIMindtree will operate with a stronger, highly diversified portfolio of end-to-end services and skills across a wider market footprint. It will bring a converged point of view based on its expanded cross-industry expertise to help clients tap into opportunities presented by the blurring of industry lines. This will significantly enhance LTIMindtree’s ability to deliver across larger, more significant transformation engagements, and collaborate with hyperscalers, enterprise solutions, SaaS platforms, and product companies for faster innovation and time-to-market. A stronger balance sheet will also augment LTIMindtree’s ability to make strategic investments in platforms, talent, technologies, and client relationships. All this will help LTIMindtree create a more distinctive value proposition for its clients, teams, and communities at large.

About LTIMindtree 

LTIMindtree is a global technology consulting and digital solutions company that enables enterprises across industries to reimagine business models, accelerate innovation, and maximize growth by harnessing digital technologies. As a digital transformation partner to more than 750 clients, LTIMindtree brings extensive domain and technology expertise to help drive superior competitive differentiation, customer experiences, and business outcomes in a converging world. Powered by nearly 90,000 talented and entrepreneurial professionals across more than 30 countries, LTIMindtree — a Larsen & Toubro Group company — combines the industry-acclaimed strengths of erstwhile Larsen and Toubro Infotech and Mindtree in solving the most complex business challenges and delivering transformation at scale. For more information,  visit www.ltimindtree.com. 

Bangalore Heartfulness Centre Celebrates “Children’s Day” With Zest

* Unveiling of The Wisdom Bridge and sessions on the art of parenting were the key highlights 

This Children’s Day eve, Heartfulness brought a one-of-a-kind Kids’ Carnival at the Heartfulness Centre in Bangalore, wherein children could enjoy a gamut of activities along with Heartfulness’s sessions. Over 650 participants that included more than 200 Children and 450 adults, besides 250 newcomers attended the event. Brought in association with Airaa Academy the event was open to all school children. The event was presided over by Mr. Krishna Kant IPS – Deputy Commissioner of Police, Bangalore South andMs. Jenny John, Principal, Airaa Academy who after the unveiling of ‘The Wisdom Bridge’ – the latest and the top-selling book by Shri Kamlesh Patel ‘Daaji’ – the Guide of Heartfulness, shared their thoughts about the book and the tools that it lays out for parents and grandparents for raising children, developing family bonds and cultivating values. More than 50 volunteers worked for the grand success of the event.  

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Krishna Kant IPS said, “Today our society and especially the youth are wayled to many bad habits and bad influences and this book is a great insight and inspiration to reflect on how to raise and support children.  The principles mentioned in the book are very valuable.  I recommend everyone to read it and benefit from it. Every year we observe Children’s Day on Nehru ji’s birth anniversary marking his love for children. We must make it all the more special by the very important tools that The Wisdom Bridge gives us – very poignantly told by Daaji and something that holds deep meaning for many generations to come. In today’s world, we all need to recalibrate our roles and minds in raising a family and societal values. With so much digitization and technological advancements, we have material benefits and luxuries, but no peace of mind often loosing control over life. We need to teach our children and future generations how to take responsibilities and uphold virtues. The Wisdom Bridge tells it all.” 

“It is my pleasure to have had the opportunity to be at today’s event, I learned about the book a few days back and as I began to read the book it was encapsulating, it is written in such a simple and elegant manner.  Very easy for anyone to follow.  One of the principles in the book talks about ‘caring is the new preparing ‘- such a powerful and relevant idea.  In my role, I am so close to the community of teachers, parents, and children and I can confidently say this book is very relevant to all and is a must-read.  There is such a need for us to pass on the invaluable wisdom from parents and grandparents to the next generation and it is a timely reminder by this book.  I am looking forward to completing the book and discovering more about all the nine principles shared in this book, and will take it forward to my community of parents and teachers,” said Ms. Jenny John.  

Shri Kamesh Patel ‘Daaji’ – Guide of Heartfulness and author of The Wisdom Bridge said, “The book had been on my mind since 2012. When I witnessed how people were delaying marriages, walking away from the social norms and causing the breaking away of the very social fabric, I felt it was time I wrote it – from what I was witnessing. I have tried to put all these thoughts together interwoven with the ancient wisdom of ours. And I hope it can be useful to the masses.” 

Separate sessions for parents and grandparents were held to impart the art of parenting and raising children along with relaxation and meditation techniques, Different stalls were arranged for Brighter Minds demo, science experiment under supervision, crafts, story-telling, memory games, fun activities and food. There were also selfie and riddle corner. The stalls were teeming with children, and it created a festive ambience.  

Children and adults had key take-aways from the session as they wound up with life-changing wisdom nuggets. Although it is not the first time that Heartfulness has arranged an event for children, this one becomes unique in unfolding the art of parenting and more. There was something for every age group which led to a very positive feedback from all quarters.

Photocaption Mr. Sharat Hegde (Heartfulness Institute Director), Mr. P. Krishna Kant I.P.S , Deputy Commissioner of Police- Bangalore South, Ms. Jenny John, Principal - Airaa Academy,   Mr. Shakthi Kumaar (Heartfulness Banashankari Centre Manager) unveil The Wisdom Bridge at a Heartfulness led kids' carnival on the eve of “Children's Day” in Bangalore Heartfulness Centre.