Global Citizenship Through Internationalization Of Higher Education: Prof. Martin, Deakin Australia

* Deakin University's Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Iain Martin, Discusses Global Citizenship through the Internationalisation of Higher Education During a Visit to MAHE Manipal

MAHE Manipal and Deakin University Strengthen Ongoing Partnership in Pursuit of Promoting Global Citizenship through Internationalization of Higher Education

* MAHE Manipal Celebrates "Year of Internationalization" with a Visit from Deakin University's Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Iain Martin, Who Highlights the Importance of Global Collaboration in Higher Education

Manipal Academy of Higher Education, was privileged to host Prof. Iain Martin, Vice-Chancellor of Deakin University, for the Vice-Chancellor Oration, 2023. During his visit, Prof. Martin gave a compelling speech on "Impacting Global Citizenship through Internationalization of Higher Education" and discussed the importance of collaboration and knowledge exchange in the global higher education space.

MAHE Manipal and Deakin University have enjoyed a strong partnership for over two decades, with collaborations ranging from student pathway programs to research partnerships and faculty and student exchange programs. This year, MAHE is celebrating the "Year of Internationalization" to encourage students to embrace their roles as global citizens and promote global networking.

Speaking about the significance of global citizenship, Prof. Martin said, "We live in an increasingly interconnected world, and it is more important than ever for universities to prepare students to become global citizens. At Deakin University, we believe in the power of internationalization to equip students with the skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing global workforce."

Lt Gen (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor, MAHE, said, "Our collaboration with Deakin University has spanned over two decades, and during this time, we have achieved significant milestones together. The ongoing partnership between our institutions has been built on a shared vision of providing our students with a global outlook, and we are proud to celebrate the 'Year of Internationalization' in partnership with Deakin. We are grateful to Prof. Martin for his visit and for sharing his insights on the crucial role of internationalization in shaping global citizens. We look forward to working together to continue to drive meaningful change in the global higher education landscape."

Prof. Martin applauded MAHE's efforts in promoting the internationalisation of higher education in India and pledged to strengthen the partnership between the two universities in the quest for promoting global citizenship. The visit was a pivotal moment in the ongoing collaboration between the two institutions, with both universities demonstrating a shared commitment to driving meaningful change in the global higher education landscape.

RBL Bank Collaborates With India Exim Bank For Trade Finance

RBL Bank and Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank), have entered into an agreement under the Trade Assistance Programme (TAP), to support cross-border trade transactions. Under the Trade Assistance Programme (TAP), India Exim Bank aims to facilitate and enhance India’s exports globally by providing credit enhancement to trade instruments.

With India Exim Bank’s support, RBL Bank will be able to gain footholds in nations, where trade lines are constrained. Through the programme, India Exim Bank will extend trade lines to participating overseas banks/institutions in the emerging markets. The credit enhancements to trade instruments provided under TAP, will help mobilise trade finance and would increase support to Indian exporters.

The agreement was signed at India Exim Bank’s head office in Cuffe Parade on 27th February, 2023, in the presence of Mr. R Subramaniakumar, MD & CEO, RBL Bank and Ms. Harsha B Bangari, Managing Director - India Exim Bank.

R Subramaniakumar, MD & CEO, RBL Bank said, “We are happy to partner with India Exim Bank. We believe that our customer-centric approach backed by strong technological offering will be amplified aptly through India Exim Bank’s global network. The financing structure of this arrangement provides us with an opportunity to offer trade services in untapped markets while lowering the risks associated with global trade.”

Harsha B Bangari, Managing Director, India Exim Bank said, “We are pleased to partner with RBL Bank and on-board them on India Exim Bank’s Trade Assistance Programme, to support cross border trade transactions involving geographies where trade lines are constrained or where the potential has not been harnessed. Under the programme, India Exim Bank has already supported multiple trade transactions covering a wide range of sectors including agriculture, automotive and automotive parts, capital and engineering goods, food, iron & steel and textiles involving exports to geographies in Africa, Asia and Latin America.”

Photo Caption L to R: Tarun Sharma (Chief Financial Officer- India Exim Bank), Harsha Bangari (Managing Director - India Exim Bank), R. S Kumar (MD & CEO - RBL Bank Ltd), Brijesh Mehra (Head – Wholesale Banking, RBL Bank Ltd).

SAMCO Securities Bolsters Its Leadership Team With New Appointment – Mrinal Nidhi As Head of Digital

·         In order for the company’s deepening focus on its growth trajectory, SAMCO Securities has appointed Mrinal Nidhi as Head of Digital, who will be leading Performance, Analytics & MarTech

SAMCO Securities, India's leading flat-fee brokerage and wealth-tech platform, is bolstering its leadership with the appointment of Mr. Mrinal Nidhi as the new Head of Digital. He will be leading Performance Marketing, MarTech, and Analytics. Mr. Nidhi's appointment is part of the company's strategy to grow the brand's market presence and enhance its customer-centric offerings to help the audience excel in trading and investing.

In his new role, Mr. Nidhi will spearhead the initiatives aimed at strengthening the company's digital growth and improving the customer experience through seamless and personalized digital experiences based on data insights.

Speaking on the appointment, Mr. Jimeet Modi, Founder and CEO, SAMCO Group, said, “We are proud to welcome Mrinal as a new addition to our team. With his expertise in MarTech and Analytics, we are confident that he will drive measurable results and contribute to the continued success of our organization, we look forward to leveraging his skills to take our marketing efforts to the next level.”

"I am excited to join SAMCO Securities and be part of an organization that is committed to innovation and customer-centricity,” said Mr. Mrinal Nidhi. “I look forward to working with the talented team at SAMCO Securities to develop and execute effective marketing strategies that will drive growth and enhance our customers' experience.”

With over a decade of experience in the field, Mr. Mrinal Nidhi is a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in digital marketing, data engineering, and analytics. Prior to joining SAMCO Securities, he worked for leading organizations such as Angel One, Goibibo - makemytrip in various capacities, including Chief Manager, MarTech and Analytics, and Manager, Data Engineer, and Marketing Tech.

Earlier this month, SAMCO Securities embarked on its growth trajectory through partnerships with India’s leading marketing and communication agencies -Dentsu Creative, Adfactors PR and Womb.

About SAMCO Securities

SAMCO Securities was incorporated by Mr. Jimeet Modi, Founder & CEO of SAMCO Group in 2015. As the country’s leading flat-fee brokerage and wealth-tech platform, SAMCO Securities provides retail investors access to sophisticated financial technology and makes their wealth-creation journey simple, informed, and cost-effective. SAMCO Securities mission is to eliminate the existing challenges faced by traders and investors and democratize access to wealth management process for every Indian. With customer centricity at SAMCO’s core, we implement a quantitative approach to provide differentiated solutions that empower our customers in acing the capital markets.

The full-service wealth creation platform powered by content and research is accredited with many industry first such as the flat-fee pricing model. StockBasket, another industry-pioneer, evaluates over 2 crore data points to discover India’s best quality stocks for long-term wealth creation. Furthermore, the industry-first KyaTrade instantly identifies and streams a multitude of trading and investing ideas so that the customers can trade from anywhere and anytime, among others.

For more details, visit https://www.samco.in/

Manipal Institute of Technology Signs MoUs With International Universities; Technical Institutes And Corporates

* Partners with Universiti Malaysia Pahang, Malaysia and National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO), Japan 

* Partners with Institute of Defence Scientists and Technologists 

Partners with Elcom Innovation

One of India’s leading academic institution of eminence, Manipal Institute of Technology, has today announced their partnerships with Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) in Malaysia, National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO) in Japan, and Institute of Defence Scientists and Technologists (IDST) and Elcom Innovation. The MoUs are aimed to encourage skilled based learning as well as create a robust platform for international knowledge exchange. 

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universiti Malaysia Pahang and National Agriculture and Food Research Organization – Japan, will enable students and faculty at MIT to collaborate on research projects, redefine pedagogies and enhance knowledge exchange. On the other hand, the partnership with Institute of Defence Scientists and Technologists and Elcom Innovation will integrate work-based learning into the curriculum. 

Sharing his view on the recent collaborations, Dr. (Cdr). Anil Rana, Director MIT, said, “At MAHE/MIT, our undivided focus has been to create an enriched learning experience for both our students and faculty. Internationalization of education, especially post the COVID-19 pandemic, is a crucial element globally. In fact, it is one of the key themes for MAHE this academic year. Over the last 10 years, we have partnered with 80+ international institutions across practices. This association with NARO and UMP is an extension of our efforts to build strong research capabilities and to develop joint learning programs.” 

“Strengthening India’s defence technology is a key instrument in our Make in India vision. Over the last few years, the demand for engineers in this domain has significantly increased. At MIT, we place a strong emphasis on understanding the market dynamics and curating relevant courses for our students. The alliance with IDST and Elcom is an extension of this commitment and we are optimistic that it will create avenues for skill-based learning for our students”, added Dr. Rana, Director MIT. 

With NARO, a primary institute in Japan focused on R&D in agriculture and food, students of MIT Manipal will be get enhanced opportunities for agricultural research and exchange of bio specimens. This collaboration with NARO would also pave the way for a closer relationship with Japan, a country known for its agricultural, farming, and fishing expertise.

On the other hand, the MoUs with academic institutes such as Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) and Institute of Defence Scientists and Technologists (IDST), and with industry player like Elcom Innovation (which specializes in the fields of technology), will not only foster technical knowledge among faculty and students but will also lead to innovative M Tech courses focused on electronics, communications and defence technology.

These partnership marks MIT’s 05th MoU in FY 22-23. Over the course of the last year, the university has made many strategic partnerships with domestic and international universities, industry bodies, international research organizations and many more to accelerate skill based and research oriented enhanced learning for the students. 

About Manipal Academy of Higher Education: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal an Institution of Eminence, Deemed to be University, is a self-financing Higher Educational institution which started its operations in 1953 by establishing the first self-financing medical college, KMC Manipal, as Public Private collaboration model. Over the years various institutions have been added and finally in 1993 June, these group of institutions have been declared as a Deemed to be University by the Govt. of India. The excellent track record in academics, infrastructure and research contributions and its standing in the national and international rankings, culminated in it being declared as an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University (IoE) by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, in October 2020. Presently MAHE Manipal offers 300+ programmes in 30+ streams which includes undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels at its four campuses in India and one overseas campus. It has about 35000 students on its rolls. MAHE Manipal, as an IoE, is committed to provide quality higher education at affordable cost and contribute in increasing the gross enrolment rate ratio in higher education.  

Yulu & Bajaj Auto Launch 3rd Generation - Miracle GR & Dex GR - Made In India Vehicles With World-Class Quality

* Yulu-Bajaj partnership is a first-of-its-kind global collaboration between a new-age Mobility-as-aService company and a leading OEM to create an all-new platform for sustainable last-mile mobility and deliveries 

* Born of leading-edge technology, Yulu’s 3rd generation vehicles, Miracle GR & Dex GR are Made in India with a world-class quality  

* Offering a superlative customer experience and strong unit economics, these purpose-built vehicles will change the way people move 

Yulu, India’s largest shared electric mobility player, and Bajaj Auto, the world’s most valuable two-wheeler and three-wheeler company, today launched Miracle GR & DeX GR. These new generation vehicles are developed on a purpose-built platform for electric 2-wheelers that is engineered for Indian consumers, climate and road conditions. With their unique form-factor, ergonomic design & tech-powered utility, the Miracle GR and DeX GR are set to offer a superlative experience to customers along with higher operational efficiency, thus dramatically improving Yulu’s overall financial metrics. 

Globally a first-of-its-kind, this partnership between a mobility tech company & a leading 2-wheeler OEM is built on the common vision to transform mobility through smart, shared, sustainable, and safe electric vehicles. Powered by Yulu’s revolutionary AI-led technology stack and exclusively manufactured by Bajaj Auto, the Miracle GR & DeX GR are made in India, for the world, and are being rolled out by Chetak Technology Ltd (a 100% owned subsidiary of Bajaj Auto). 

“Together with Bajaj Auto, we are setting a new benchmark in urban mobility by ensuring affordable access to the best-in-class ride, while taking pioneering steps towards green commuting”, said Amit Gupta - Cofounder & CEO, Yulu. “Mobility needs & customer expectations are rapidly changing & traditional ownership models are being disrupted. As a leader in shared mobility, we understand the criticality of curating purpose-built vehicles and robust energy infrastructure to create long-term value. Our partnership with Bajaj Auto was born out of this common vision and this launch will further solidify our position as a market leader in the shared mobility space, while reinforcing our commitment to sustainably solve the problems of traffic congestion and air pollution for daily commute and last-mile deliveries.” 

S Ravikumar, Chief Business Development Officer, Bajaj Auto Limited said, “Going electric is a key strategic priority at Bajaj, and Yulu is an integral part of this strategy. Yulu’s deep expertise in EV technology and market knowledge coupled with Bajaj Auto’s strong, world-class R&D & manufacturing capabilities, is a powerful force that is shaping India’s future of mobility. These next-generation made-for-India vehicles with their intelligence, strong engineering underpinnings and sophisticated design aesthetics are a milestone not just for us, but for the entire electric mobility category.” 

Having doubled its fleet in the last 3 months, Yulu is poised to put 100K vehicles on the road across major cities in India and is targeting more than 10x growth in revenues by the end of the year. Manufacturing from world-class automotive manufacturer Bajaj, Yulu also expects significant cost reductions and meaningful improvements in operating metrics and overall financials, owing to locally sourced parts and assembly, superior production quality and optimized economies of scale.  

Yulu’s fleet operates on swappable batteries and is powered by Yuma Energy. There are currently around 100 Yuma stations across Bangalore, Mumbai and Delhi, which the company plans to scale to 500 by 2024. 

About Yulu 

Yulu is India’s largest shared electric mobility & battery-as-a-service company, founded in 2017 by seasoned & serial entrepreneurs with the mission to reduce traffic & air pollution while improving livelihood for millions of people. Yulu offers accessible, equitable, and sustainable mobility to a large section of society with its purpose-built smart vehicles, cutting-edge technology, and efficient on-ground operations. Yulu is backed by very credible and deeply committed investors who share the same long-term vision. Already a pioneer in the EV industry, Yulu has influenced several progressive policies that have accelerated the pace of adoption of sustainable mobility in India. Yulu is also significantly contributing to the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals for a better planet now and for the future. 

For further information, visit www.yulu.bike or follow us on Twitter @YuluBike. 

About Bajaj Auto 

With 18 million motorcycles sold in over 79 countries, the Bajaj brand is truly “The World’s Favourite Indian”. It is India’s No.1 motorcycle exporter, with two out of three bikes sold internationally carrying a Bajaj badge. The company is also the world’s largest manufacturer of three-wheelers. Bajaj Auto is the first two-wheeler company in the world to have reached a market cap of INR one trillion and continues to be the world’s most valuable two-wheeler company. It has been delivering products which have best-in-class design and technology and are built on uncompromised quality for the past 75 years. The company’s unwavering commitment towards new product initiatives has made it future-ready. 

About Chetak Technology Ltd 

Chetak Technology Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bajaj Auto Ltd., envisions providing sustainable and futuristic mobility solutions. Its first offering, the all-electric Chetak, aims to usher in a revolution in urban mobility. Centred in Akurdi, Pune, Chetak Technology Ltd. will lead the charge towards a cleaner and greener tomorrow, making Hamara Kal better. 

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Partners With Indian Bank To Offer Attractive Financing Scheme

* New partnership to offer innovative retail funding options from customers across the country 

* Offers up to 90% on Road Funding  

* Strengthens TKM’s focus of reaching customers in Tier II & III markets 

In its pursuit to enhance customer experience and enable  easy ownership process, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Indian Bank, one of India’s leading nationalised banks, to offer exciting vehicle financing options to all.  

The new tie-up will offer innovative solutions that match the evolving expectations of customers, with up to 90% on-road funding, with no processing fee, foreclosure, and part-payment charges. This development will now enable customers, especially in the rural and semi-urban markets, to access easier funding options to buy their favourite Toyota vehicle with ease. The tie-up that comes at a time when TKM is expanding its product portfolio with models  like the Innova Hycross, Urban Cruiser Hyryder, New Innova Crysta and Hilux in addition to the existing models  namely Fortuner and Legender, Toyota Glanza, Camry Hybrid  and Vellfire, thus catering to customer requirements across the length and breadth of the country.  

Elaborating on the tie-up, Mr. Atul Sood, Vice President, Sales and Strategic Marketing, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “We are delighted to join hands with Indian Bank in line with our commitment of providing an awesome Toyota experience to all our customers. The collaboration seeks to provide simpler financing options, hassle-free experience, and timely assistance to ensure a pleasant buying process. At TKM, our approach has always been to listen to the market needs and appropriately introduce products and services that offer an exceptional ownership experience to our customers. We believe that with this tie-up we will be able to further enhance our reach to all those customers who are keen to own a Toyota vehicle, while supporting them with financial value-added services.” 

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Imran Amin Siddiqui, Executive Director, Retail Assets, Indian Bank said, “The association with Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited will allow us to provide faster financing to a large number of our customers across the country. Indian Bank has a strong presence across the country. We are confident that our digital loan procedure, will provide customers who want to acquire a new Toyota vehicle for themselves and family, ease and comfort at its best. We are dedicated to make the auto finance process easier and provide an enhanced consumer experience both in terms of product and services.” 

TKM always strives to improve customer experience throughout the purchase & ownership process by implementing timely and relevant schemes such as easy financing options. The company has always explored innovate tie-ups with leading financial institutes across the country. The offers go beyond purchase of just new vehicles to cover used cars as well as service packages thus creating overall positive buying and ownership experience of Toyota cars. 

Interested buyers can avail the financing benefits across 567 TKM customer touchpoints across the country, coupled with 5700+ branches of Indian Bank. 

PNB Housing Finance Wins Platinum Award For Its Annual Report From The League Of American Communications Professionals (LACP) 2023

PNB Housing Finance today announced winning the Platinum Award for its Annual Report 2022, securing the 1st rank in the Financial Diversified Services category and 28th rank at the League of American Communications Professionals LLC (LACP) Vision award for Top 100 reports worldwide. The theme for this report was ‘Growth in Focus – Resilient, Robust, and Responsible’.

PNB Housing Finance was awarded the Platinum Award in 2021, and the Gold Award and 60th place in 2020. This is the second year in a row, the organisation has received the Platinum Award.

The eminent jury awarded an overall score of 99 out of 100 to PNB Housing, with perfect scores in categories such as report cover, letter to shareholders, report narrative, report financial clarity and information accessibility. They also won the ‘Most Improved Report Worldwide’.

The LACP is a highly regarded award for corporate reporting and communications that attracts a wide range of firms across industries and organization sizes. The 2022 Vision Awards Global Communications Competition received approximately 1,000 applications from global organisations across categories, making it one of the largest ever.

Mr. Girish Kousgi, MD & CEO, PNB Housing Finance said, “We are proud to have earned the prestigious LACP award. This international recognition motivates us to keep improving our brand that is backed by a rich legacy and robust network system.”

It is LACP's goal to help facilitate discussion of best-in-class practices in communications and recognize those who demonstrate exemplary communications behaviour. Scoring is derived according to propriety judging system developed by LACP, which assigns point values to various criteria of an entry.