Indian Investors Capitalizing On Premium, High-End Commercial Properties In Cyprus

Leading property developer in Cyprus, Leptos Estates introduces high-end commercial properties tailored for Indian investors. With a diverse range of commercial properties and shops available for sale, Leptos Estates caters to various budgets and business needs in the vibrant cities of Cyprus.

Cyprus captivates Indian investors with various compelling reasons including its strategic location, is part of the European Union and is a beautiful island on the Mediterranean Sea offering easy access to all of Europe.

It also offers numerous tax advantages including global income exemption, low property, income taxes, and corporate tax. Indian nationals can also capitalize on rising real estate prices, gaining passive income from property investments.

By buying a property in Cyprus, you will be granted a permanent residency, which means you can legally live and study in Cyprus. You can also apply for Cyprus citizenship and a Cyprus passport after residing for seven years. Crucially, this is an EU passport, giving you access to free movement across the continent.

Ultimately, Cyprus offers a pathway to a prosperous future including business opportunities, stability, high quality of life promising prosperous outcomes and improved lifestyles. These factors collectively make Cyprus an enticing destination for Indian investors looking to expand their global presence and diversify their portfolios.

Pantelis Leptos, Co-President of Leptos Group of Companies, expressed, "More Indians are looking to become global citizens and gaining residency in another country. It is a great way to find the best in healthcare, education, business and lifestyle offerings while being able to travel freely within the EU. Our main target group is affluent Indians with large families and family-run businesses, once the residency is obtained, it covers the main applicants’ spouse, minor children and adult children up to the age of 25 who are university students financially dependent to the main applicant.

Renowned for its prime location and exceptional business climate, Cyprus has become a beacon for forward-thinking professionals and investors from around the world. As the business landscape continues to evolve, seizing the right opportunities becomes paramount for entrepreneurs and investors alike.

About Leptos Estates

The Leptos Group is a renowned organization with a remarkable legacy spanning over 63 years, currently operating in over 75 countries worldwide. The Group’s enduring success is exemplified by its impressive portfolio of over 350 completed projects. With a focus on customer satisfaction, the Leptos Group takes pride in having delighted over 25,000 homeowners who have found their dream homes with them. Moreover, the Group possesses an extensive land bank, encompassing an impressive 5 million square meters of prime land for development.

Three Hero MotoCorp Brands Featured In The Top10 Best-Selling Motorcycles In The Country

Iconic motorcycle Passion, from Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has become one of the top-10 best-selling motorcycles in the country. Reiterating the brand’s trust and reliability, Passion is a perfect combination of style, comfort and convenience making it an ideal choice for daily commute.

The iconic Splendor – the world’s largest-selling motorcycle brand and HF, both have been among the top five best-selling motorcycles, thereby reaffirming Hero MotoCorp’s market leadership in the 100cc motorcycle category in India.

With continued support from customers, Hero Passion has emerged as the third Hero MotoCorp motorcycle to join Hero Splendor and Hero HF in the top ten motorcycles of the country for the two consecutive months.

Ranjivjit Singh, Chief Business Officer (India BU), Hero MotoCorp, said, “As we celebrate the ‘Hero Day’ today, we are deeply thankful to our customers for their continued trust in the brand Hero. Hero Passion is one of the most popular and iconic motorcycles in India, a true companion to millions across India. It has been an icon for almost two decades and it still continues to inspire many. Hero Passion has emerged as one of top-10 motorcycles in June and July 2023, joining the iconic motorcycles Hero Splendor and HF in the list.  The overwhelming trust of our customers in brand ‘Passion’ has enabled us to further consolidate our leadership in the 100cc motorcycle segment. We are humbled by the support and affection of our customers.”

On August 9th, 2011, Hero MotoCorp unveiled its new global brand identity at the iconic O2 Arena in London. Since then, August 9th is celebrated as Hero Day. 

Hero MotoCorp remains committed to bringing superior, technologically-advanced and value proposition products in the 100cc motorcycle segment. Launched in 2001, Hero Passion has always kept reinventing itself to stay ahead of the evolving customer preferences by continuously upgrading to modern and contemporary design and technologically advanced features. 

Bring Home The Funskool Products To Add Sparkle To Raksha Bandhan

* Celebrate the eternal brother-sister bond with the specially-curated range of Funskool toys 

Funskool India Ltd, India’s largest toy manufacturer has unveiled special gifting options, ahead of “Raksha Bandhan”. Brothers will have a whole range of carefully-thought out toys to choose from, for their loving sister(s), this festive season. These gifting options cover all the possible interests of a girl child. 

Sharing more details, R Jeswant, CEO, Funskool India Ltd said, “We are just as excited as the children for Raksha Bandhan. At Funskool, it has become an annual affair to come up with new and eye-catching products for this festival which celebrates brother-sister love. Our products are aimed to not only keep the child happy and entertained, but also nurture her creative and cognitive skills.” 

Special range of products for Raksha Bandhan 2023 include -  

Tie & Twine – To learn about the art of stringing patterns. 

Glass Painting Deluxe – To create a colourful wall hanging with the glass painting kit which comes with 7 vibrant colours. 

Foam vehicles – To make 6 different vehicles out of foam. 

Nail design studio – To let the child experiment and set new fashion trends on their nails. 

Kiddy Pedicure Salon – To give the child the ultimate pedicure experience and also help her feet and toe nails get an enhanced look. 

Nail Art – To help the child experiment with three different shades of nail colours and a tray of all manicure essentials. 

Little Florist – To create 16 different types of flower sets. 

Noodle party – To host a Fundough Noddle Party with pretend veggies spicing it up with the spice shaker. 

Bakery set – To let the child whip up favourite pastries, pies or any other baked goods, decorate them with dough fondant and icing. 

Cupcake – Comes with 25 shapes, 3 exciting cookie cutter shapes, decoration tray with 16 designs and 3 nozzles for frosting. 

Complete kitchen set – Consisting of 29 pieces of utensils and cooking aids to nurture the cook in the child. 

The price of these products range between Rs 249 and Rs 1249 and are available in all leading toy stores and E-commerce sites.  

About Funskool India Limited: 

Funskool is India’s leading toy manufacturing company promoted by the MRF group. Funskool started its commercial operations in the year 1987 and has state of the art manufacturing facilities at Goa and Ranipet. Funskool has been pioneering the concept of quality and safe toys in India and raised the standards of toys in the Indian Market. The company’s mission is to influence the parents to spend on toys that enable every Indian child to grow with quality toys that contributes to their mental development. With the largest range of toys offered by any Indian company, Funskool, has an assortment to meet the needs of every parent and child. 

Toyota Technical Training Institute Celebrates The Passing Out Of Its 14th Batch Of Students

Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI), today, proudly celebrated the passing out of its 14th batch of students in a grand convocation ceremony. The event marked successful completion of the comprehensive skill training on Global Manufacturing Practices for 62 TTTI Regular and 41 Toyota Kaushalya course students from rural Karnataka. The academic honours were handed over to the outgoing batch of students for the Regular TTTI 3 year course and the first batch students from Toyota Kaushalya 2 year program, by esteemed Chief Guest - Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Mahaswamiji, in the presence of TKM Management and representatives from Toyota Group Companies, Suppliers, CII, ACMA, and Toyota Indonesia Academy who specially came to participate and learn as a part of the knowledge sharing culture between Toyota affiliates.

Since its inception in 2007, TTTI through its holistic and comprehensive curriculum, is focusing not only on imparting knowledge of advanced technologies but also on fostering overall development by transforming rural youth into skilled manpower as per industry requirements. A key factor contributing to TTTI's success is the consistently high employment rate of its students, who have secured excellent job opportunities not only within Karnataka and India, but also overseas. The recently started ‘Toyota Kaushalya’ program has been well received by students and aims to provide a unique opportunity for youth to acquire skills relevant to the manufacturing industry and enhance their employment potential through the Learn and Earn' approach, combining both theoretical learning with On-the-Job Training (OJT). Further to promote skilling, TTTI has been selected as one of the institutes under the Japan India Institute for Manufacturing [JIM] skill transfer promotion program, aimed at inculcating Japanese-style manufacturing skills and practices, thereby contributing to ‘Skill India’ Mission of the Government of India.

TTTI also promotes inclusivity by offering free training to economically challenged students and has witnessed, its students achieving remarkable feats at prestigious competitions like the India Skills  and World Skills contest, bringing immense pride to the nation. One of the hallmarks of TTTI's education is its residential training program which provide holistic development of the students in terms of knowledge, skill, physical and mental abilities, that has made TTTI a coveted learning institute. Considering the success of the TTTI programs and to cater to the increasing demand, TKM has decided to expand the institute's intake from 600 to 1200 students by end of 2023.

Chief Guest Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Mahaswamiji, said, "I am delighted to witness the graduation of these bright and talented students from Toyota Technical Training Institute. The commitment shown by TTTI in providing skill training to aspiring students from economically challenged backgrounds is truly commendable. Such initiatives play a vital role in upliftment of the community resulting in collective progress and lasting positive impact.  It is heartening to see Toyota Kirloskar Motor's philosophy focusing on the progress of rural and weaker sections of society through holistic development of students including their skill, knowledge, body, and mind thereby transforming their lives. I am confident that TTTI will continue to facilitate the talented rural youths of our country to acquire world-class skills with deep rooted sense of responsibility and self-discipline, thereby enabling them to be a true human being and contribute to overall progress of the society and the nation they live in.”

Speaking at the occasion, Mr. G. Shankara, Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer, TKM & TKAP, expressing his thoughts, said “We, as a corporate, are committed towards contributing and achieving the goal of Skill India. TTTI is one of the many initiatives that illustrates Toyota's endeavour to provide industry ready skilled workforce to the automotive sector. We are proud to have trained over 950 students since inception, and it fills our hearts with joy to witness their success stories as they embark on new journey of having fulfilling careers in the auto industry. Further, the planned increase in student intake, expansion of its facilities and soon to be opened higher capacity dormitory, is not only a testament of encouragement from the Government of Karnataka  and Government of India, but also a reaffirmation of Toyota Kirloskar Motor's commitment to support students from economically challenged sections of society in transforming them into world-class technicians. Additionally, we are striving to enhance gender diversity, by enrolling  female  students for greater inclusion in the workforce as it will further contribute significantly to the development of our societies and growth of our nation.”

Two-Day Re Commerce Expo Commence At Bengaluru Palace Grounds

* "Awareness to be created among people for scientific disposal of solid waste" - Eshwar Khandre.

Forest and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre on Wednesday said that the government intends to create awareness among people about scientific disposal of solid waste.

"We have Extended Producer Responsibility Act that speaks about people's duties and responsibilities towards scientific disposal of solid waste. We will hold sessions to create mass awareness," Eshwar Khandre added.

Khandre spoke after inaugurating the two-day "Re-Commerce" Expo on the draft to be prepared in Maintenance and Recycling of solid waste at Bengaluru Palace Grounds.

Medical Education minister Dr Sharan Prakash Patil, Small Industries minister Sharana Basappa Darshanapur were present in the occasion.

According to Khandre, it is the responsibility of the industries to resort to scientific disposal of solid waste without harming the environment.

"The biggest threat in the world today is pollution, be it water, air or environment. This has led to the climate change and increase in the temperature. The need of the hour is to strengthen the law for which draft should be prepared. This two-day Expo need to discuss this important aspect," Khandre explained and added, "We need to involve and discuss with the captains of the industries on this issue"

Lauding the organizers of Expo 2023 on vital subject, Khandre said the ban on single-use has had a positive impact and now there is a need to concentrate on the scientific disposal of solid waste.

"There is nothing in this nature that is useless. What is needed is judicious and appropriate use of natural resources without damaging the ecology and environment," Khandre added.

He also said that it has been decided to plant 5 crores saplings in order to increase the forest cover.

Venkat Reddy Patil, Chief Organizer of Re-Commerce Expo and Founder of Urdhva Management Company emphasized the need for recycle of solid waste was imperative in the field of industries.

"It is high time that we need to sit up and take note of environmental protection. Towards that end, we will have extensive discussions with the experts in the field and industries very shortly," Venkat Reddy Patil explained.

Okta Enters The Indian Market With New Offices And Innovation Center, Expanding Asia Pacific Investment

* The innovation center will spearhead Okta’s growth in the Indian sub-continent and promote India’s innovation in digital identity

* Investment in India will create hundreds of cloud and cybersecurity jobs over the next three years

Okta, the leading independent identity provider, today announced the opening of a new office in India as part of its ongoing commitment to driving secure digital transformation across Asia Pacific and world-class customer support. The company’s Indian headquarters will be located in S.R. Nagar, Bengaluru serving as hub for Okta's operations in the Indian subcontinent. It will be joined by a planned state-of-the art R&D center supporting development of Okta’s identity solutions around the world. 

"We are excited to enter the Indian market and bring industry-leading identity to the country’s innovative businesses and government agencies,” said Todd McKinnon, Okta’s CEO and Co-Founder. “We are deeply committed to supporting India’s growing digital economy and freeing everyone to safely use any technology.”

The digital identity market is growing briskly due to demand growth driven by rising cyber fraud and an increased need for authentication. There is a tremendous opportunity for India. A recent report by Avendus Capital states that India is expected to increase its cybersecurity spending by 18% between 2020 to 2025. The report also noted the shift in services towards cloud-based solutions and zero-trust architecture.

"India is renowned for its technological innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. By establishing a dedicated presence here, we are better positioned to serve our Indian customers and partners, foster local innovation, and contribute to the continued growth of the Indian technology and cybersecurity landscape." said Ben Goodman, Okta SVP and GM for Asia Pacific and Japan.

Building an Identity Ecosystem for Indian Customers & Partners

In tandem with this market growth, Okta will continue to expand its presence, strengthen its partner ecosystem and enhance customer support. By establishing a physical presence in India, Okta will strengthen its ability to meet the evolving needs of local customers, partners and developers, and deepen its engagement within the region's thriving technology community.

Okta has already made early inroads into the country through its VC arm Okta Ventures, which invested in Bureau ID, an AI-powered identity decisioning platform provider. Bureau ID counts Indian household names like Bajaj Finserv, IIFL, Rapido, Kreditbee, Mahindra Finance, and SBM Bank as customers.

Okta is also working with Darwinbox, India's leading HCM platform, on an out-of-the-box integration to deliver seamless and secure access to Darwinbox services through the Okta Integration Network (OIN).  This adds to the 7000+ library of pre-built integrations in OIN that helps Okta customers securely accelerate their journey to the cloud. 

Okta's workforce identity and customer identity management solutions are trusted by organizations worldwide to secure and manage access to their critical applications and data. With the Indian market experiencing significant digital transformation across various sectors, Okta's presence will enable local businesses to enhance security, streamline identity processes, and accelerate digital initiatives.

"India is in the thick of a digital revolution, and identity and access management has become a crucial element for organizations across industries," said Atul Agarwal, Okta India country head. "We are excited to be able to work closely with our customers and partners here, enabling them to embrace the power of identity to drive secure and seamless digital experiences for their users."

The new office will also enable Okta to work closely with Indian policy makers and educational institutions, so that it can deliver better customer value and play a bigger role in developing cybersecurity talent in the country. Okta will also be partaking in more large deployments, and developing integrations that are more tailored to Indian enterprises’ needs.

Plans for Okta Global Innovation Center 

In conjunction with the new office opening, Okta is also proud to share that Bangalore will be the site of its first innovation centre in Asia Pacific.

With the abundance of tech, engineering, and R&D talent in India, the centre will serve as a collaborative space for customers, partners, and developers to ideate, experiment, and co-create innovative solutions leveraging Okta's identity management platform. 

“The Global Innovation Center underscores Okta's commitment to driving innovation within the digital identity space, while reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for organizations embracing the future of secure and frictionless digital experiences,” said Sagnik Nandy, President and Chief Development Officer at Okta. “This facility will spearhead Okta’s global research efforts in Engineering, Finance and Solutions Engineering.”

“Okta is a proud recipient of Great Place to Work awards in multiple countries,” said Okta Asia Vice President Neville Vincent. “Employees underpin our success, and we are certainly looking to put our Indian colleagues’ workplace experience on par with their counterparts in the rest of the world.” 

About Okta:

Okta is the World’s Identity Company. As the leading independent Identity partner, we free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. The most trusted brands trust Okta to enable secure access, authentication, and automation. With flexibility and neutrality at the core of our Okta Workforce Identity and Customer Identity Clouds, business leaders and developers can focus on innovation and accelerate digital transformation thanks to customizable solutions and more than 7,000 pre-built integrations. We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. Learn more at okta.com.

TECNO Joins Hands With India’s Got Talent To Further Establish Its Youth Connect Programme

TECNO, the renowned global technology brand, is pleased to announce its collaboration as the co-presenter of the latest edition of the highly acclaimed reality show, 'India's Got Talent,' on Sony Entertainment Television. This partnership solidifies TECNO's commitment to empowering and supporting the dreams and passions of talented young individuals across India.

As a brand that believes in nurturing the aspirations of young digital natives, TECNO is excited to join forces with 'India's Got Talent,' a platform that is synonymous with discovering hidden talent from across the country and placing them in the spotlight. The partnership between TECNO and 'India's Got Talent’ reflects the brand's dedication to fostering the potential of Indian youth and providing them with a platform to showcase their talents, reaching millions of viewers. TECNO firmly believes in the powerful combination of technology, talent, and passion, which creates a force for positive change.

Speaking on the collaboration, Arijeet Talapatra, CEO of TECNO Mobile India, commented, "We are elated to embark on this extraordinary journey as co-presenters of 'India's Got Talent' on Sony Entertainment Television. This partnership holds a special place in our hearts as it perfectly aligns with our brand philosophy of innovation, empowerment, and celebrating exceptional talent. At TECNO, we believe in the power of youth and the importance of connecting with them through initiatives like this. Our brand philosophy, 'Stop At Nothing' drives us to reach diverse communities and empower them to explore their true potential using our smartphones. Through our association with 'India's Got Talent,' we are taking this commitment even further by providing a platform for aspiring artists and extraordinary talents to showcase their skills and dreams to a vast and appreciative audience. We are dedicated to creating a space where young talents can shine and fostering a culture of inspiration and excellence."

As a brand that aims to connect with the diverse youth of India, TECNO eagerly anticipates witnessing the extraordinary range of talents featured on 'India's Got Talent.' The show promises to captivate audiences with an impressive array, ranging from traditional art forms to cutting-edge performances.

Neeraj Vyas, Business Head - Sony Entertainment Television, Sony SAB, PAL and Sony MAX Movie Cluster, said, “Sony Entertainment Television has always believed in nurturing the dreams of aspiring Indians and empowering them to pursue their passion in life. This partnership with TECNO for the highly anticipated season of India's Got Talent drives synergies with our vision of providing a national platform for budding talent. We are dedicated to delivering top-notch entertainment with a spectacular display of never-seen-before acts and creating unforgettable experiences for our viewers.”

This season is set to break new ground with participants such as the 15th NAP IR band from Nagaland, the Inspiring Dance Family from Kolkata, Navarasam from Kerala, and Raga Fuzion, a classic fusion music group from Mumbai, among other incredible artists. Furthermore, some participants have set new benchmarks by breaking the Guinness World Record with their extraordinary talent and determination, making this season of India’s Got Talent an iconic and historic milestone to cherish. Their dedication to their craft exemplifies the values TECNO holds dear.

'India's Got Talent' airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9.30 PM only on Sony Entertainment Television. Join TECNO in supporting and applauding the true essence of 'hunar' as we embark on this extraordinary journey with 'India's Got Talent'!