“Jodii Matchmaking App” For Non-Graduate Indian Workers Launched In The Gulf Region

~ Jodii App gives access to lakhs of profiles for blue-collared workers in Gulf countries looking to find a suitable match from India ~ 

Matrimony.com group, India’s leading online matrimony company, has launched “Jodii, a matchmaking app” aimed at serving Indian workers in the Gulf region. With a simple and easy-to-use interface and vernacular-first approach, Jodii app has achieved significant success, garnering over millions of installs since its launch in early 2022. Jodii serves common Indians with education of Diploma, 12th, 10th pass or below working as cab drivers, factory workers, technicians, salesmen, delivery executives, tele-callers and supervisors.  

The app is available in English and nine Indian languages including - Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Marathi, Bengali, Kannada, Oriya and Gujarati.  

Speaking about the entry into the Gulf region, Mr Murugavel Janakiraman, Founder and CEO – Matrimony.com Group said, “There was a need for a vernacular matrimony app to help common people find their life partner which gave birth to Jodii app. Within a short span of time, Jodii helped thousands of Indians find a life partner. Now with the launch of Jodii in Gulf region we will be able to serve millions of blue-collared Indian workers who would otherwise have very limited choice in finding a life partner. Jodii strives to help Indians employed in the Gulf discover their ideal life partner without any geographical restrictions.”  

Jodii app breaks the barriers of language and product complexity with an easy-to-use interface while widening the choice of prospective brides and grooms for common people everywhere. 

Key highlights of Jodii app: 

Jodii app is simple to use and is available in nine Indian languages.  

Users can register in the language of their choice and choose their match using parameters like religion, city, community, education and income. 

Jodii has lakhs of profiles of brides and grooms looking for a suitable life partner. 

Jodii app offers privacy and safety while searching for a suitable life partner. Women have the option to hide their photo and show it only to the person they like.  

All male members are required to verify their profile with a Government Identity proof.   

Registration on Jodii app is free and basic information is sought. It also has affordable paid plans starting from Rs. 1090 for 3 months for added services like voice calling or viewing horoscopes of profiles. 

Jodii app is completely free for females giving them access to all premium features. 

Jodii app comes from Matrimony.com Group, a trusted matrimony service that has been pioneering online matrimony since 2000. The service is available on the Android platform.  

To download the Jodii app for Android, click here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jodii.app  

Avtar Presents “Scholarships To Girl Students” From Govt And Corporation Schools To Pursue Tertiary Education

* Avtar’s Project Puthri Continues To Support Its Alumni To Ensure They Follow Intentional Careers 

Avtar Human Capital Trust (AHCT), the non-profit arm of Avtar Group, India’s premier Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Solutions firm, gave away scholarships to girl children who were part of Project Puthri, a programme to build Career Intentionality amongst girls studying in Corporation and Government aided schools. 

The scholarships worth Rs 2 lakhs were awarded to the girls by Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Founder – President, Avtar Group and Managing Trustee of AHCT in the presence of the Australian Ambassador for Gender Equality, Ms. Stephanie Copus Campbell AM and Australia’s Consul General to South India, Ms. Sarah Kirlew at the Avtar office premises. These Puthri scholars are pursuing education in STEM, Arts and Commerce at various colleges in and around Chennai.  

The girls who received scholarships have undergone training as part of Project Puthri, which is India’s first ever developmental project that seeks to create Career Intentionality among underprivileged girl students. These young girls were trained in 40 different skills that will enable them to build intentional careers post their tertiary education.  

From the time of its launch five years ago by Avtar Human Capital Trust, Project Puthri has changed the destinies of over 11,000 girls studying in Government and Corporation Schools in Puducherry and 10 districts of Tamil Nadu. Project Puthri volunteers have clocked more than 64,500 hours in 10 different regions delivering over 8500 sessions in 100 schools.  

 “155 girl children have benefitted from the scholarships so far, and we aim to support education of 250 girl students across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and help them build sustainable careers for themselves. As India prepares to be a $5 trillion economy, it is important that girl children get the best of education, career guidance and mentoring. These young girls will form the workforce for tomorrow leading India to a developed economy”, said Dr Saundarya Rajesh, Managing Trustee, AHCT, Founder – President of Avtar Group.  

Speaking at the event, the Australian Ambassador for Gender Equality Ms Stephanie Copus Campbell AM said, “I want to congratulate the scholarship winners for all their hard work and efforts. I have spent my entire career, over 30 years, fighting for gender equality. My current role as Ambassador is to work internationally to promote gender equality, and to share with and learn from the countries that I visit. Every single person should have the opportunity to realize their full potential, regardless of their gender. Without gender equality, we will not have peace, security, or socio-economic development. Investing in women and girls is powerful. When a woman is educated, her children are more likely to be healthy, educated, and secure. When women have opportunities to participate in the economy and earn, they can add billions to GDP. I was delighted to see the student’s receiving scholarships. I am excited about a positive future for each and every one of them.” 

Simple Energy Launches Its First Electric Scooter, The Simple ONE With A Record-Breaking 212 Kilometres Of Range

~ Company to focus on deliveries of pre-booked orders in a phased manner ~

~ Will expand retail operations to 40-50 cities through a network of 160-180 retail stores ~

Simple Energy, India's leading electric vehicle and clean energy start-up, today officially launched its maiden electric 2-wheeler- the Simple ONE at an attractive starting price of INR 1,45,000. The Super EV- Simple ONE will be available at a price of INR 1,58,000. This price shall also include a 750W charger. Unveiled globally on 15th August 2021, Simple ONE has undergone a series of improvement cycles basis the initial feedback received and is finally ready to make a mark on Indian roads!

The booking commencement for Simple ONE received a stupendous response with the company registering more than 1 lakh pre bookings, in 18 months. Now, with the official launch, the company plans to facilitate customer deliveries in a phased manner, starting with Bangalore. The deliveries shall commence in the upcoming days. In addition, it will also focus on ramping up its retail operations in the next 12 months by being present in 40-50 cities, through a network of 160-180 retail stores in these cities. 

The Simple ONE will now be equipped with fixed and removable (portable) batteries, delivering a superlative range of 212 kms in IDC, making it the longest range E2W in India. This new and fresh offering in the electric 2W space is completely Made-in-India (in line with GOI’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat) and boasts of having 214 IP portfolio. Furthermore, Simple ONE is also the fastest E2W in its segment, sprinting to 0-40 kmph at a whopping 2.77 seconds. What also makes Simple ONE even more unique is that it is the first e-scooter to come with a thermal management system, developed collaboratively with IIT-Indore, helping mitigate any thermal runaways.   

Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Suhas Rajkumar, Founder & CEO, Simple Energy, said, “Today marks a momentous occasion in the history of our company; an auspicious day that will be remembered for years to come. It represents a milestone that we can all be proud of and serves as a reminder of our collective efforts, resulting in the successful achievement of our goals. This wouldn’t have been possible without the ardent support of all our stakeholders, including our investors, who have played a pivotal role in making our vision a reality. We are excited to commence our journey in the competitive Indian auto landscape and we will continuously focus on evolving ourselves through insights and learning that we gather from the industry. Going forward, our biggest priority is to facilitate quick deliveries for customers who have been patiently waiting to get their Simple ONE home.”

Adding further, Mr. Shreshth Mishra, Co-Founder Simple Energy, said, “Simple ONE is our inaugural offering to Indians and it is definitely an emotional moment for us. The Simple ONE is equipped with an amalgamation of exciting features, unparalleled performance, extended range, and superior comfort levels. We are confident that Simple ONE possesses all capabilities that are required to disrupt the market and will be successful in captivating the consumers’ mindset through its superlative driving dynamics. From inception, we take pride in investing the right resources in R&D to develop a product that the customers will be proud of owing and represents the vigor of Indian start-ups to undertake innovation-led product development.”    

Early this year, the Bengaluru-based start-up, inaugurated its new manufacturing plant, Simple Vision 1.0, in Shoolagiri, Tamil Nadu, and has an installed annual capacity of approximately 5 lakh units. With more products in the pipeline and its core focus on R&D, Simple Energy aims to be at the forefront of the ongoing global transition to green mobility.

About Simple Energy:

Founded in 2019, Simple Energy is amongst India’s top three premium, smart electric vehicle companies. The Bangalore-based electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy start-up aims to redefine electric mobility in the country by making e-mobility solutions more accessible, accessible, secure, and comfortable to the end customer. The brand believes in innovating and developing everything in-house while adhering to high standards of integrity, quality, and transparency. From surface design to chassis design, and battery development to motor development, the Company has developed comprehensive ‘Made in India’ e-mobility products that address three major concerns: range anxiety, charging time, and affordability. The brand is dedicated to advancing the country's sustainability goals, and providing the best experience to its customers in transitioning from an ICE vehicle to EVs, thereby contributing to a greener and cleaner future.

Tata Motors Wins Order For 50 Magna 13.5-Metre Buses From Vijayanand Travels

Tata Motors, India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, today announced that it has bagged a prestigious order for 50 Magna 13.5-metre buses from Vijayanand Travels. The state-of-the-art Magna buses, known for their superior design and advanced features, will be delivered to Vijayanand Travels in a phased manner, in accordance with the agreed contract terms. These fully built BS6 diesel buses are set to redefine the standards of comfort, fuel efficiency, and reliability in the inter-city transportation sector.

Expressing his enthusiasm, Mr. Shiva Sankeshwar, Managing Director, Vijayanand Travels Private Limited said, “We are thrilled to partner with Tata Motors and induct their state-of-the-art Magna buses into our fleet. These buses align perfectly with our vision of offering a comfortable and reliable travel experience to our valued passengers. We are particularly interested in the Magna buses' advanced comfort features which will help to ensure the safety and comfort of our passengers and our drivers. We look forward to working with them to provide our passengers with the best possible travel experience and to a successful partnership with Tata Motors.”

Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Rohit Srivastava, Vice President, Product Line – Buses, Tata Motors said, “We are excited to partner with Vijayanand Travels and provide them with our best-in-class Magna buses. This order further strengthens our commitment to delivering exceptional quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. We are confident that our buses will not only meet, but exceed the expectations of Vijayanand Travels and its esteemed passengers. We have a long history of providing high-quality, reliable vehicles to the transportation industry, engineered specifically as per the customers’ needs. We are confident that our partnership will be a fruitful one for both parties.”

The 13.5-metre Tata Motors Magna bus is equipped with the futuristic Cummins 6-cylinder engine which delivers exceptional performance. ABS and anti-roll bar provide passengers with total peace of mind while the parabolic leaf-spring and rear air suspension guarantee superior comfort throughout the journey. The bus is equipped with advanced technological amenities like a gear shift advisor and Tata Motors’ Fleet Edge connectivity system. Tata Motors is committed to quality as well as, unparalleled passenger comfort, exceptional fuel efficiency, and economical total cost of ownership. Tata Motors Magna bus comes with a warranty of 4 years / 4 lakh kilometres.

About Tata Motors

Part of the USD 128 billion Tata group, Tata Motors Limited (NYSE: TTM; BSE: 500570 and 570001; NSE: TATAMOTORS and TATAMTRDVR), a USD 37 billion organization, is a leading global automobile manufacturer of cars, utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks and buses, offering extensive range of integrated, smart and e-mobility solutions. With ‘Connecting Aspirations’ at the core of its brand promise, Tata Motors is India’s market leader in commercial vehicles and amongst the top three in the passenger vehicles market.

Tata Motors strives to bring new products that fire the imagination of GenNext customers, fueled by state of the art design and R&D centers located in India, UK, US, Italy and South Korea. With a focus on engineering and tech enabled automotive solutions catering to the future of mobility, the company’s innovation efforts are focused to develop pioneering technologies that are sustainable as well as suited to evolving aspirations of the market and the customers. The company is pioneering India's Electric Vehicle (EV) transition and driving the shift towards sustainable mobility solutions by preparing a tailor-made product strategy, leveraging the synergy between the Group companies and playing an active role liasoning with the Government in developing the policy framework.

With operations in India, the UK, South Korea, Thailand, South Africa and Indonesia, Tata Motors’ vehicles are marketed in Africa, Middle East, South & South East Asia, Australia, South America, Russia and other CIS countries. As of March 31, 2022, Tata Motors’ operations include 86 consolidated subsidiaries, two joint operations, four joint ventures and 10 equity-accounted associates, including their subsidiaries, in respect of which we exercise significant influence.

HMD Global Launches Nokia C32: Fashionable Design, Powerful Imaging, And Android 13!

·         A refined design with a toughened glass for a premium feel in three eye-catching dual tone colours

-          50MP Dual camera and stellar imaging algorithms take picture quality to new heights, day or night

·         Powerful three-day 5000 mAh battery1 lets you do more without the need to stop and charge

·         Android 13TM delivers the most personalised software to date for a modern smartphone experience

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today launches the new Nokia C32, the first smartphone in the popular C-series range with a 50MP Dual camera, bringing advanced imaging to an even more affordable price point. Arriving with the latest Android 13 in a new, refreshed design, it has a toughened glass finish for a premium feel.

Ravi Kunwar, VP- India & APAC, HMD Global: “After the successful recent launch of the Nokia C22, we're thrilled to introduce the Nokia C32 delivering reliable performance, stunning visuals, and long-lasting battery life. The success of the Nokia C-series in India motivates us to continue to offer great value and innovation in this segment. Moreover, we believe that value should not sacrifice design, so we have included a toughened glass finish usually seen in more premium designs to ensure that it looks as good as the pictures it takes.”

A revolution in affordable design

Bringing a refreshed design with a toughened glass back, dual tone finish and elegant straight sidewalls, it takes C-series into a new age of Nordic premium. A bright 6.5’’HD+ display is wrapped in a choice of three bold colours, Charcoal, Breezy Mint, or Beach Pink, all with matching accent details.

Affordable imaging brought to new heights

The 50MP AI  dual main camera and 8MP selfie camera are supported by powerful imaging algorithms to get the most out of the hardware. Capturing more light than ever before and equipped with a bespoke night mode on both the front and rear cameras, Nokia C32 gives impressive pictures in any lighting conditions.

Android 13 right out the box

Enjoy Android 13 benefits straight away and customise apps to match your wallpaper, to make Nokia C32 unique to your style. From per-app language preferences to cross-device copy and paste, the versatile features let you navigate everything from work to entertainment quicker.

Being part of the C-series family comes with reassurances on durability and longevity

Toughened glass front and back, a robust metal chassis for extra support on the inside, and IP52-rated protection safeguards Nokia C32 from scratches, drops, and the daily wear and tear. On the inside, app hibernation and Super Battery Saver help Nokia C32 last up to three days1 on a single charge. To keep your data safe, two years of security updates2 come as standard for C-series. And for the extra piece of mind the device comes with one year replacement Guarantee.

Smoother app usage with memory extension3

Nokia C32 also comes with 3GB of extra virtual RAM with memory extension3 for smoother app usage. And like all Nokia phones, you get smartphone experience with less bloatware, so you have more space for the things that matter most.

Pricing, availability and accessories

Nokia C32 is available in India starting today at your nearest retailer, Nokia.com. Nokia C32 comes in Charcoal, Breezy Mint, and Beach Pink colourways with 7GB + 64GB and 7GB + 128 GB storage and memory configurations at INR 8999 and INR 9499 respectively.

Jio Partner Offer: Nokia also brings benefits for Jio Plus (Postpaid) users on the INR 399 plan, which provides 75GB monthly data + 3 add-on SIMs. Customers can give a missed call on 70000 70000 for Jio SIM home delivery.

Jio Plus(Postpaid) Nokia phone users will get special benefits worth up to INR 3,500 as 100 GB additional Data (10 GB Additional Monthly Data for 10 months) worth INR 1000 and additional coupons worth up to INR 2500 in the form of:

i)              3 month EazyDiner subscription worth INR 700

ii)              INR 750 off on flights over INR 4500 on Ixigo

iii)            3 months ET Prime Subscription worth INR 1100 at INR 49 only.

Emids Appoints Ram Singampalli As Its New Chief Delivery Officer

* Based in India, Ram will drive Emids’ Global Delivery Strategy and Operations

Emids, a global leader in technology-led transformation and digital engineering solutions for the healthcare and life sciences industry, announced the appointment of Ram Singampalli as its Chief Delivery Officer. Based in India, Ram will lead Emids’ global delivery teams to build best-in-class delivery systems and operations for the company. Ram will join the Emids Executive Leadership Team.

In his previous role, Ram served as the Chief Operating Officer at Hexaware Technologies, where he led Global Delivery, Talent Management, Engineering and Operations, and Internal IT. Before joining Hexaware, he was associated with Syntel and Atos Syntel for more than 26 years. At Atos Syntel, he served as the Chief Delivery Officer, overseeing $2 billion in global delivery across various service offerings and Talent Management. An engineer and a techie, Ram is an IIT Bombay post-graduate in technology and is passionate about leading excellence in engineering, a key pillar that he will be driving at Emids.

Commenting on Ram’s appointment, Sean Narayanan, CEO of Emids said, “Ram brings more than three decades of experience in the IT industry, leading profitable growth through building global delivery teams and technology solutions across multiple industry verticals. His background in both corporate strategy and operations gives him a unique perspective on balancing long-term strategic planning with effective execution to create value. India has been Emids’ engine for global delivery since its inception, and we are thrilled to have Ram join us as we move to the next phase of our growth journey. He will play a critical role in building our teams and enhancing our operations in the country.”

Speaking on his new role, Ram Singampalli, Chief Delivery Officer at Emids said, “I am extremely proud to be joining such a talented team of transformation specialists. I look forward to accelerating and expanding our delivery strategy to help our clients navigate evolving engineering and transformation mandates, and help our global teams deliver world class solutions. With a talented workforce and passion to solve complex problems, Emids is well positioned to scale further and I look forward to creating a world-class delivery organization to support that.”

While Emids is headquartered in the US, the company has a strong presence in India, having established its Global Delivery Centre in Bangalore. With over 2,000 employees in India, Emids has offices located in Bangalore, Hyderabad and Noida.

About Emids:

Founded in 1999 and based in Nashville, Emids is a leading provider of digital transformation solutions across the healthcare and life science ecosystem, providing tailored, cutting-edge solutions and services across digital strategy, design, and engineering to payers, providers, biopharma, medical technology and healthcare technology firms. Emids' core values as trusted guides and inclusive innovators, obsessed with delivering impact and value for its customers, are the cornerstones of its singular mission of advancing the future of health through impactful technology solutions. Learn more at www.emids.com.

ACC And Ambuja Cement Evoke Nostalgia With The Great Khali AD TV Campaign

* ACC and Ambuja Cement are back with multimedia campaigns featuring their ACC Suraksha Cement and featuring the legendary wrestling superstar - the Great Khali, respectively. 

ACC and Ambuja Cements, the cement and building material companies of the diversified Adani Group, are back with multimedia campaigns featuring their ACC Suraksha Cement and featuring the legendary wrestling superstar - the Great Khali, respectively. The campaigns have gone live on 20th May’23 bringing excitement to audiences across the country.

Ambuja Cements’ campaign is sure to evoke nostalgia by bringing back an ad featuring the Great Khali, which originally aired in 2015. Throughout the 2000s, the international wrestling superstar was a staple of television screens across the world, and struck a particular chord with Indian audiences, hailing originally from Himachal Pradesh. The humorous ad plays on the Great Khali’s impressive stature and strength and amplifies the brand's core positioning of "Giant Compressive Strength" emphasizing the need for strength in cement. The advertisement will also affirm the brand's long-standing reputation for quality and reliability as "The Most Trusted Cement Brand of India” according to the TRA Brand Trust report, 2023.

Meanwhile, the ACC campaign is poised to highlight the brand's core positioning of “Durability”, underscoring the brand's legacy in contributing to the robust infrastructure of India since 1936. The TV commercial is set to evoke a sense of pride and trust, focusing on the key message - "Building your home with the cement that has been building a durable India since 1936". 

Mr. Ajay Kapur, CEO, Cement Business, said, "We are thrilled to launch these campaigns which embody the spirit and promise of ACC and Ambuja Cement Brands. As we move forward, we remain committed to delivering on our brand promise of strength, durability, and trust, all of which are integral to the construction of homes and infrastructure that stand the test of time". 

The television campaigns will be aired on various national and regional channels, ensuring broad visibility to audiences across the country. In addition, the advertisements will be shared extensively on digital platforms, expanding the reach and engagement with viewers nationwide.