Emirates Airlines Cabin Crew Numbers Cross 20,000 And Counting

* Emirati Purser is the airline’s longest serving cabin crew with 36+ years of service

* Emirates is hosting global cabin crew recruitment events across 6 continents

They say the journey is just as important as the destination and Emirates couldn’t agree more. At the heart of its customer journey are exceptional cabin crew who deliver the airline’s signature inflight experience at 38,000 feet.

Emirates’ cabin crew team recently crossed a milestone and are now 20,000-strong as the airline continues to recruit cabin crew globally to meet its planned growth trajectory. Emirates employs around 800 cabin crew members from India across its network.

Since 2022, the airline has hosted recruitment events in 340 cities across 6 continents – truly reflecting the diversity of its cabin crew team and the destinations it serves.

The instantly recognisable Emirates cabin crew uniform has undergone four transformations in three decades, including a design by the legendary Spanish designer Paco Rabanne in 1997. The airline has consistently kept the iconic beige, and the subtle modern tweaks have stayed true to the elegant and classic style the uniform has echoed over the years.

Loving the flying – Emirates’ long serving crew

Two cabin crew who’ve worn most of these uniform variations include the airline’s longest serving cabin crew – a male Emirati purser who joined in 1987, and the longest serving female cabin crew, who joined the airline in 1994.

Moosa Mubarak, Emirati Purser and Emirates’ longest serving cabin crew, said: ‘I’ve flown as Emirates’ cabin crew for 36 years on over 3,500 flights. Even now, after all these years, I’m always keen and excited to start my duty onboard. Mentoring my crew colleagues and serving as an ambassador for Emirates and my country is what I am most proud of. I have had a long and successful career, incredible experiences and have made mind-blowing memories doing exactly what I love.’

Diverse cabin crew team, now 20,000 strong

In a diverse team representing over 140 nationalities with 130 languages spoken, and an office with views from 38,000 feet and different cities each week, the allure and ever-changing nature of the job continues to nurture and challenge Emirates' cabin crew to reach their full potential.

Many crew have long been a part of Emirates’ growth story with over 4,000 crew serving between 5–9 years; close to 3,000 serving between 10–14 years; over 1,500 crew serving 15–19 years; and some 400 crew members having crossed the milestone of 20 years of service. Three crew members have been with the airline for more than 30 years.

Career progression opportunities for cabin crew include upgrading to a higher cabin, becoming a cabin supervisor, trainer or purser. Today the airline has over 1,100 pursers who have moved through the ranks from junior cabin crew, after successfully completing rigorous training and assessments.

Cabin crew also have access to the latest training programmes, LinkedIn courses and the opportunity to apply for internal vacancies throughout the Emirates Group.

Seeking global talent

Revving up for its next growth phase, the airline will host global recruitment events covering hundreds of cities all year round.

Emirates’ cabin crew truly embody a cosmopolitan lifestyle as they’re based in Dubai, a vibrant city home to 200 nationalities, and renowned for its hotels, restaurants, food scene, leisure activities and for being one of the safest cities in the world.

Emirates offers cabin crew a competitive, tax-free salary and flying pay, eligibility for profit share, hotel stay, layover expenses, concessional travel and cargo, annual leave, annual leave ticket, furnished accommodation, transportation to and from work, excellent medical, life and dental insurance coverage, laundry services and other benefits. Emirates cabin crew can also benefit from the airline’s deeply discounted tickets for friends and family. With Dubai’s unique geographical position and the airline’s network of over 130 destinations, creating memories with loved ones is simply a plane ride away.

All new cabin crew undergo an intense 8 weeks of training in the highest standards of hospitality, safety and service delivery in Emirates' state-of-the-art facility in Dubai. Not to mention the invaluable transferable life skills gained by working with a diverse crew community while experiencing new destinations and cultures across the Emirates network.

Emirates uniform

Did you know?

The beige of Emirates’ uniform represents the golden sands of the UAE.

The cream coloured Emirates scarf with 7 pleats represents the 7 emirates of the UAE.

1,627,000 metres of fabric, 153,000kms of thread and 1,815,000 buttons go into making uniforms for 20,000 Emirates cabin crew.

About Emirates

Emirates’ 37 years in India have been defined by progressive investment, partnership, and growth. In October 1985, Emirates launched flights from Dubai to Delhi and Mumbai which formed the base of its initial route network. Since then, Emirates has grown its India operations to serve a total of nine destinations across India – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Thiruvananthapuram. For more information on Emirates’ current operations, network, travel support, guidance, customer, and employee safety, visit www.emirates.com 

OPPO Redefines Portrait Photography With Its Reno10 Series Telephoto Camera Setup

OPPO introduces its first-ever telephoto portrait camera in the Reno10 Series

The Reno10 Pro+ 5G comes with 100W SUPERVOOCTM Flash Charge, the highest charging wattage in Reno’s history

The Reno10 Pro+ 5G and the Reno10 Pro will go on sale on 13th July at 12am

OPPO also announces the Enco Air3 Pro with a natural bamboo fibre diaphragm for clear and crisp audio; sale begin on 11th July at 12pm

OPPO, the leading global smart devices brand, has launched the newest additions to its Reno series in India. The Reno10 Pro+ 5G, the Reno10 Pro 5G, and the Reno10 5G come with OPPO technology innovations such as BHE for batteries that last over four years, SUPERVOOCTM for fast charging, and the Dynamic Computing Engine that runs 40+ apps smoothly in the background. The Reno10 Pro+ 5G and the Reno10 Pro 5G are priced at INR 54,999 and INR 39,999, respectively.

Along with the Reno10 Series, OPPO unveiled their latest TWS, the Enco Air3 Pro, priced at INR 4,999. 

Commenting on the launch, Damyant Singh Khanoria, Chief Marketing Officer of OPPO India, said, “OPPO continues to push the boundaries of technological advancements, establishing itself as a leading innovator in the industry. With the introduction of the Reno10 Series, we have revolutionised portrait photography through our cutting-edge telephoto camera and homegrown SUPERVOOCTM flash charging technology to offer users an exceptional experience. This sleek and stylish series packs a punch with its sterling performance and will deliver a greater value proposition to our consumers.”

Reno10 Pro+ 5G  

The Reno10 Pro+ 5G features a 120Hz 6.74-inch OLED 10-bit colour display with a resolution of 2772×1240px, a high 93.9% screen-to-body ratio, and Dragontrail Star 2 glass for protection.

Its camera module sports a two-tone design comprising scratch-resistant glass and aluminium for resistance to corrosion and damage from drops. Around this camera module, the device boasts a Gorilla Glass 5 back panel, available in two colours: Glossy Purple and Silvery Grey. At the top and bottom edges, the Reno10 Pro+ 5G packs Dual Track stereo speakers for audio output that is crisp and distinct.

OPPO has used a new periscope design to create the highest megapixel telephoto portrait camera—with a 64MP OV64B sensor—that excels at photographs in low-light settings with up to 3x optical zoom; this allows photographers to capture beautifully-proportionate portraits with natural optical bokeh and background compression.

The periscope design also allows OPPO to stack more lenses in its camera module while still crafting a handset that is just 8.28mm thin.

In addition, Reno10 Pro+ 5G comes with the 50MP IMX890 ultra-clear main camera and the 8MP IMX355 ultra wide-angle snapper with a 112° field of view. Its 32MP front camera has an IMX709 RGBW sensor—co-developed by OPPO and Sony—for improved light capture, colour reproduction and image quality in low-light environments. 

To strike a balance between performance and battery, the Reno10 Pro+ 5G is powered by Qualcomm’s 4nm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset that posts a 10% improvement in GPU performance and a 30% improvement in efficiency when stacked against the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. Also, its AI performance per watt is 20% better than its predecessor. 

The Reno10 Pro+ 5G uses Ultra-Conductive Graphite—a high-performance polymer used in aerospace—for thermal conductivity. The handset’s vapour chamber (VC) heat dissipation capacity is increased by 92% compared to the Reno8 Pro; its overall heat dissipation capacity is increased by 4%, and the temperature while gaming (PUBGM) is lowered by 2.1°C*. 

With the super-charged 100W SUPERVOOCTM —the highest wattage in the Reno series yet—the handset’s 4,700mAh battery gets charged to 50% in 9 minutes and 30 seconds, and up to 100% in just 27 minutes. Additionally, Reno10 Pro+ 5G supports three years of OS and four years of security updates. 

Reno10 Pro 5G 

The Reno10 Pro 5G, which follows the same sleek and compact design language of the Reno10 Pro+ 5G, features a 120Hz 6.7-inch OLED 3D curved screen with Dragontrail Star 2 glass display and is available in Glossy Purple and Silvery Grey colours with Gorilla Glass 5 protection for the body. It boasts a 93% screen-to-body ratio for its industry-leading borderless viewing experience.

Like the Reno10 Pro+ 5G, the Reno10 Pro 5G comes with a triple camera setup, comprising the 50MP IMX890 ultra-clear main camera, the 32MP IMX709 RGBW telephoto portrait camera with 2X optical zoom, and the 8MP IMX355 ultra wide-angle snapper, which offers a 112° field of view. Its 32MP IMX709 RGBW selfie camera—like the Reno10 Pro+ 5G—supports autofocus for sharp self-portraits in all lighting conditions. 

At the heart of Reno10 Pro 5G is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G 5G SoC, built on the 6nm process to balance powerful performance with reduced power consumption. For cooling, the handset uses the second generation of a new high-performance graphite with 33% higher thermal conductivity than ordinary graphite. In comparison with the Reno8 Pro, its cooling area has increased by 96%, heat dissipation capacity by 1%, and the temperature while gaming (PUBGM) is lower by 2°C*. 

The Reno10 Pro packs a 4600mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOCTM that gets juiced to 100% within 28 minutes; a quick 5-minute charge offers 3.2 hours of video streaming, 3 hours of texting, or 2.8 hours of social media usage. This means users can stay connected and engaged without worrying about running out of battery. Additionally, Reno10 Pro 5G will support two years of OS and three years of security updates. 

Reno10 5G  

In keeping with the series, the Reno10 5G sports an ultra-slim body—available in Ice Blue and Silvery Grey—that is comfortable to hold. Its 3D curved design is fronted by a 120Hz 6.7-inch AMOLED display with an impressive 93% screen-to-body ratio to provide an industry-leading borderless viewing experience. This handset comes with Dragontrail Star 2 protection for the display and a durable polycarbonate premium back. 

The device boasts a powerful camera system comprising the 64MP OV64B ultra-clear main camera, the 32MP IMX709 telephoto portrait camera, the 8MP IMX355 112° ultra-wide camera, and the 32MP OV32C ultra-clear selfie camera. This setup captures every detail in photos with great clarity, whether in low light, portrait photography, or wide-angled vistas. 

The Reno10 is driven by the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC that promises lag-free reliable performance with a CPU speed of up to 2.6GHz. It packs a 5000mAh battery—the largest ever in the Reno series—with 67W SUPERVOOCTM charging for a speed of 47 minutes to 100%. For users who are always on the go, a 30-minute charge is enough to top up an additional 70%.

On the Reno10, heat dissipation is handled by high-performance T19 bilayer graphite for effective cooling and glitch-free usability. It comes with two years of OS and three years of security updates. 

Reno10 Series – Smooth Performance with Smart Experiences  

Infrared Remote Control: The Reno10 Series comes with an infrared remote-control app that allows users to choose the specific appliance type and model within the app itself. Then, by simply pointing the phone’s infrared transmitter towards the desired home appliance—TVs, ACs, Set-top boxes, etc—the phone can be used to remotely operate appliances.  

BHE: OPPO has equipped the Reno10 Series with its Battery Health Engine (BHE) technology that intelligently controls the current and voltage through real-time monitoring to prolong the charging lifespan. BHE ensures that the battery maintains its health up to 80% even after 1,600 charge cycles to last over four years. OPPO has passed the Upgraded TÜV Rheinland Safe Fast-Charge System Certification after having undergone 40 rigorous tests. BHE has also won the 2023 SEAL Sustainable Product Award for this green innovation. 

SUPERVOOC S: This time, OPPO has also introduced SUPERVOOC S, its first independently developed power-management chip that increases battery discharge efficiency from 97.5% to a maximum of 99.5%. In real-world use, this 2% increase means that the battery life of the Reno10 Pro+, for instance, can support up to 37 extra minutes of talk just because of this tweak. SUPERVOOC S also packs hardware-level security that can cut off power when it detects a faulty/fake charger or water in the charging port that could cause battery malfunction. 

Dynamic Computing Engine:  For smooth operations, the Reno10 Series comes with OPPO’s Dynamic Computing Engine that increases app opening speed by 12% in comparison to the last generation. Further, up to 40+ apps can run smoothly in the background without lag. This feature—in conjunction with other homegrown technologies—earned the Reno10 Pro+ and the Reno10 Pro the TÜV SUD 48-Month Fluency Certification. These devices received an ‘A’ rating in these tests, which means they perform as smoothly as a new device, even after four years.

RAM Expansion: Computing on the Reno10 Series is backed by OPPO’s RAM Expansion technology—up to 12GB for Reno10 Pro+ and Reno10 Pro and 8GB for Reno10—that allots space from the device’s storage to its RAM for greater operating efficiency in demanding tasks such as gaming and video processing.

OPPO Enco Air3 Pro: A New Level of Audio Excellence  

For audiophiles, OPPO has announced its best-in-class noise-cancelling TWS, Enco Air3 Pro – the world’s first earbuds with a natural bamboo fibre diaphragm for clear, crisp sound. Its high-definition audio recreates reality with LDAC, while its 49dB adaptive noise cancelling makes for an immersive listening experience. 

The Enco Air3 Pro features OPPO Alive audio for spatial surround sound when viewing movies on a smartphone. The TWS also comes with Golden Sound 2.0, which creates a user-specific ear canal model after a short listening test to configure the buds specifically to the user's hearing. The earbuds offer IP55 dust and water resistance which makes them perfect for outdoor activities. A single charge promises 30 hours of listening pleasure.

Price and Availability

OPPO Reno10 Pro+ 5G, priced at INR 54,999, and OPPO Reno10 Pro 5G, priced at INR39,999, will be available for sale from 13th July 2023, 12am onwards. The devices are available for purchase from Flipkart, OPPO store and mainline retail outlets. The OPPO Enco Air3 Pro, priced at INR 4,999, will be available for purchase from Flipkart, Amazon and the OPPO store from 11th July 2023, 12pm onwards.

Offers

Customers can avail of the following offers on the first sale of the OPPO Reno10 Pro+ 5G and OPPO Reno10 Pro 5G…

Customers can enjoy discounts of up to INR4000 on Flipkart and OPPO Stores, and no-cost EMI for up to 9 months on HDFC, ICICI Bank and SBI Cards.

Customers can avail cashback of up to INR4000 from mainline retail outlets and no-cost EMI for up to 9 months on leading banks cards like SBI Cards, Kotak Bank, Bank of Baroda, IDFC First Bank, One Card, AU Small Finance.

Customer can also avail cash back up to INR4000 on consumer loan partners like TVS Credit, HDB Financial & IDFC First Bank. Additionally, customers can enjoy the benefit of Zero Down Payment schemes from leading financers.

Loyal OPPO customers can avail an Exchange + Loyalty Bonus of up to INR4000 online & offline.

Users can enjoy free trials of YouTube Premium and Google One for up to 6 months through MyOPPO.

Customers who buy a phone between 13th and 19th July can enter the MyOPPO raffle and win a trip to Dubai and other exciting prizes. Buy the Reno10Pro+ 5G and Reno10 Pro 5G between July 13 - July 31 and get OPPO Pad Air(4+128GB) at a discount of INR1500.

OPPO Premium Service Offer

All the issues/queries will be resolved within 24 working hours by a team of dedicated experts (Exclusive hotline - 9958808080)

Free pick up and drop facility available across 13,000+ pin codes with resolution of issues within 72 hours of the complaint.

OPPO offers affordable EMI for the service/repairs of smartphones. The lowest EMI starts from INR3200 from all the leading financiers. Customers will have the option to decide on EMI instalment and tenure at their convenience.

*Tested at OPPO Labs

MobiKwik Becomes The First Indian Fintech To Post Profits

MobiKwik posts profitable Q1 of FY23-24 making it two in a row

Records 181% growth Y-o-Y in adjusted EBITDA at INR 13.6 crores

Registers 68% Y-o-Y growth in revenues in Q1 of FY2023-24 at Rs 177 crores

Geared for 2X growth in the current fiscal year to an estimated INR 1100 crores in revenue

MobiKwik, leading digital banking platform, has recorded profitable growth in Q1 of FY23-24 with an adjusted EBITDA of INR 13.6 crores - 181% increase Y-o-Y. This is the second consecutive quarter when MobiKwik has registered a profitable growth. The company registered INR 177 crores in revenues in Q1 FY23-24, a growth of 68% in the corresponding quarter last fiscal and its contribution margin rose by 108% to INR 73.9 crores.

MobiKwik becomes the first fintech in the country to post PAT positive in Q1 of FY23-24 at INR 3 crores.

In Q4 FY 2022-23 MobiKwik generated 160 crores in revenue, a 38% contribution margin and recorded an adjusted EBITDA of INR 3 crores.

With a strong performance in FY 2022-23., the company is geared for a 2X growth in the fiscal year to an estimated INR 1100 cores in FY 2023-24. The company also projects to earn a net profit of INR 40 to 50 crores in FY 24 as per the current profitability path. "In FY 2022-23, we achieved all the major goals we set for MobiKwik the previous year, and our vision for FY 2023-24 is to achieve profitability in all quarters. Q1 has been a good start to the fiscal year. Our numbers are positive in all parameters, be it adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA or PBT. We expect to deliver 80%+ topline growth for this fiscal year,” said Bipin Preet Singh, Co-Founder & CEO, MobiKwik.

MobiKwik ended the financial year 2022-23 with INR 560 crores in revenue and became profitable from the fourth quarter of the financial year 2022-23, and its contribution margin rose to INR 169.5 crores as compared to INR 42 crores in FY 2021-22, nearly 304% Y-o-Y growth.

"Our focus for this fiscal is twofold - to increase our presence in tier 3, 4 cities and towns and to start offering financial products to our small merchants. We believe that a lot of India's digital growth is now coming from small cities, towns and villages, and we want to tap into that potential," Bipin added.

About MobiKwik

MobiKwik is a digital banking platform that offers a comprehensive suite of financial products for both consumers and merchants. Our products range from payments to digital credit and investments, enabling our users to meet their financial needs seamlessly. Our mission is to empower millions of people with access to affordable and convenient financial services, regardless of location or income level.

Founded in 2009 by Bipin Preet Singh and Upasana Taku, MobiKwik has grown to serve over 140 million registered users across India. With a merchant network of over 4 million, MobiKwik is one of the most trusted and widely used digital banking platforms in India.

We are currently in a new phase of innovation at MobiKwik, as we work towards our goal of building a world-class digital banking platform for Bharat.

KSSSCI Collaborates With Karkinos Healthcare And IIT Kanpur To Establish CAMDRC In Lucknow

According to the world cancer report 2020, India had an estimated cancer burden in 2018 of 1.16 million new cases, 7,84,800 deaths and 2.26 million 5-year prevalent cases. 1 in 8 Indians will develop cancer during their lifetime and 1 in 15 will die of the disease. Uttar Pradesh is facing a concerning rise in cancer cases, evident from the Indian Council of Medical Research's 2020 report, which documents 2,01,319 cases prompting a strong push to elevate healthcare standards in the region.

Kalyan Singh Super Specialty Cancer Institute (KSSSCI), a prominent institution under the aegis of the Government of Uttar Pradesh, joined hands with Karkinos Healthcare and the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). This transformative tripartite partnership marks the inception of the 'Center for Advanced Molecular Diagnostics and Research for Cancer (CAMDRC)', set to be established in the heart of Lucknow.

The formalization of this collaboration was marked by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in the presence of Shri Brajesh Pathak, the hon’ble Deputy Chief minister and Minister of Medical Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The signing ceremony brought together representatives from KSSSCI, IIT Kanpur, and Karkinos Healthcare, as well as dignitaries including Shri Mayankeshwar Sharan Singh ji and Shri Durga Shankar Mishra

Following the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet’s approval on the project and the Government’s vision to develop the cancer-care infrastructure in the state for the common people, has led to the creation of the Center for Advanced Molecular Diagnostics and Research for Cancer (CAMDRC), marking a step towards affordable precision medicine. This initiative aligns with the shift towards molecular diagnostics in cancer care, offering personalized treatments based on genetic insights and improving patient outcomes. The CAMDRC Lab, located within the KSSSCI premises, will feature cutting-edge NGS machines for high throughput testing in its 25,000 square feet space.

Shri Brajesh Pathak ji, Dy. CM, said “CAMDRC marks a significant milestone, propelling Uttar Pradesh into a pioneering role committed to deliver accessible and affordable molecular diagnostics, revolutionizing cancer care practices under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji and Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath Ji.”

Shri Durga Shankar Mishra, Hon’ble Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh added, “By establishing CAMDRC in Lucknow, we work towards providing affordable cancer care solutions for the people of Uttar Pradesh, while simultaneously striving to create a comprehensive cancer atlas to fortify the healthcare sector.”

Dr. Radha Krishan Dhiman, Director, KSSSCI, Lucknow, said, “CAMDRC is an aspiration turning into a reality envisaging a joint bio-bank within the facility and without the support of Karkinos Healthcare, IIT-Kanpur and our Government, it would not have been possible.”

Prof. Tarun Gupta, Dean - Research & Development, IIT Kanpur said, “Through this collaborative effort, we aim to position Uttar Pradesh at the forefront of superior cancer care, fostering innovation, advanced research, and a lasting partnership with the newly established Gangwal School of Medical Sciences and Technology.”

Dr. R Venkataramanan, Founder and CEO, Karkinos Healthcare said, “Witnessing the rising number of cancer cases in the state, CAMDRC will enable the state of Uttar Pradesh with a modern high-tech lab, aiming to transform patient care in the region through faster and accurate diagnosis. This advanced lab will have the potential to generate evidence and world-class research for better control and management of cancers, not only for Uttar Pradesh, but for the entire northern region.”

Eveready Industries Records Growth Initiatives; Sustain Performance Momentum During Q1

For Q1 FY24:

Revenue from operations at Rs. 363.6 crore, up by 8.4% Y-o-Y

Operating EBITDA at Rs. 43. 8 crore; Margin at 12.0%

PAT at Rs. 24.9 crore, PAT Margin at 6.8%

Bangalore, August 14, 2023: Eveready Industries India Ltd. (EIIL), a household name in batteries and flashlights, with an emerging presence in lighting, has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2023.

Financial Overview:

Revenue: Revenue momentum continued at 8.4% during Q1 relative to the previous year

EBITDA: Raw material costs and foreign exchange volatility have eased out to a large extent,

thereby enhancing margins. The reported profitability however takes into account the

increased advertising and promotional spends, as per plan

Profit After Tax: PAT during Q1 showed healthy improvement on the back of operating growth

Mr. Suvamoy Saha, Managing Director, said “I am pleased to see a pattern of growth evolving across all of our business segments. It has been an endeavour to bring salience to under-indexed areas within Batteries and Flashlights and over here our teams have made good progress. The lighting business continues to show uptick as we make further inroads into the electrical outlets distribution channel. Our innovative emergency LED bulbs have made a mark with our core audience. Our teams are continuing with efforts to innovate and complete a portfolio of modern lifestyle oriented lighting products for our consumers.

“Being one of the most well-known brands in its space, it is contingent upon us to continue communicating with our consumers, and we have consistently done that both through advertising and BTL activities over the last few quarters. We have overseen an overhaul of our distribution efforts in order to bring it more up-to-date with our growth aspirations and simultaneously to infuse better efficiencies in the system. We are mindful that consumers choose Eveready because it is a hallmark of quality and as we grow, we are making sure that our manufacturing chain adheres to the highest standards set by us.

As an organisation, we are making an invigorated thrust towards growth with a view to delivering more predictable outcomes on performance during the rest of the year.”

Key developments:

• During the quarter, the Company launched several exciting and innovative products in the market. Coin Batteries were introduced in the battery segment. Products launched in the Rechargeable flashlight segment were Boomlite and Unicorn. The lighting segment also had several new launches, including the innovative Instacharge emergency bulbs. These products were well received by the target customers.

• As part of its technology transformation initiative, the Company has decided to change its ERP platform and has signed up with SAP to usher in enhanced operational efficiencies through robust automation.

About Eveready Industries India Limited

With a legacy of over 100 years, Eveready Industries India Ltd. (NSE Code: EVEREADY, BSE Code: 531508) is a household name in batteries and flashlights, with emerging presence in lighting. Eveready products were first sold in India in 1905, which marked the beginning of the Eveready adventure. The Company, which was eventually founded in 1934, quickly rose to the top of the dry cell battery market. It is a leading brand in enhancing people's quality of life with innovative, transportable energy and lighting solutions.

With over 50% of the share of the Indian consumer battery market, Eveready has long become a name synonymous with the category. The brand’s legendary catchphrase “Give Me Red” continues to resonate with the consumers even after decades of its existence. The Company’s manufacturing facilities are spread across 6 locations, namely Matia, Lucknow, Noida, Haridwar, Maddur and Kolkata, and they are equipped with globally benchmarked technology platforms and follow the best-in-class operating standards, with relentless focus on quality (ISO 9000), environmental best practices (ISO 14000) and rapid adoption of technology. The Company has a Research and Development (R&D) facility which is approved by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.   

NEEPCO Signs MoA With Arunachal Pradesh Government For 2620 MW Hydro Projects Development

North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO), a 100% subsidiary of NTPC, took a significant step towards sustainable energy development by signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. The ceremony took place here in Itanagar, solidifying their joint commitment to the development of 2620 MW hydroelectric projects.

These hydro projects are poised to play a pivotal role in advancing India's green energy objectives, aligned with the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) target. The NDC target aims to achieve an impressive 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030. The hydro projects' contribution will be crucial in reducing the nation's carbon footprint and accelerating the journey towards achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2070.

In addition to their environmental benefits, these hydro projects hold great promise for the region's economic growth. The projects are expected to generate substantial employment opportunities, providing a boost to the local economy and fostering skill development and technical expertise among the local population.

With this MoA in place, NEEPCO and the Government of Arunachal Pradesh are set to collaborate on a venture that not only harnesses the immense potential of hydroelectric power but also paves the way for a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable energy future for India.

Tata Motors EV Family Is Now 1 Lakh Strong Across Indian Market

* A remarkable journey of perseverance towards a Sustainable and Greener future

Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer and the pioneer of the EV revolution in India, today announced the achievement of an outstanding milestone of 1 Lakh Tata EVs. This momentous journey underscores Tata Motors' unwavering commitment to driving positive change and contributing to a sustainable future for India. Over the last three years, Tata Motors has had an extraordinary journey of leading the EV revolution in India. The journey from its first 10K to 1 Lakh EVs has constantly moved ahead with a narrowing gap, with the last 50K being achieved in just 9 months. To mark this special occasion, Tata Motors lit the skies with a spectacular drone show, showcasing its journey of a dream manifesting into reality.

Commenting on this very special occasion, Mr. Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. said, “Today is a momentous occasion for us as we celebrate a very important milestone of 1 Lakh Tata EVs. This milestone gives us a sense of satisfaction that our bold move to enter the electrification has helped the acceptance of a technology that will accelerate India towards net carbon zero. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to our EV customers, the government, our investors, the Tata uniEVerse Ecosystem companies, for their constant support. Together, we are moving India forward towards green mobility.

“This milestone is a springboard for electrification to grow. It represents the fast-progressing ecosystem, giving confidence to customers, suppliers, charging infra players and investors to deploy new technologies and build capabilities in the industry. Such fast-paced growth will create significant employment across categories of workforce in new technologies, while improving our air quality, reducing our oil imports and making India a key hub for EV and EV component manufacturing. We are excited to be a part of this journey as we tap into the immense potential of the Indian auto industry and look forward to many more exciting milestones.”

Shaping the future of mobility, Tata EVs have covered a distance of 1.4 billion kilometers - an astonishing feat akin to three round trips to the sun. Ushering in an era of reduced carbon emissions and pollution, the collective efforts of the customers have saved a notable 2,19,432 tons of CO2 emissions, making a significant positive impact on the environment. From an economic standpoint, Tata EV owners have collectively saved a staggering INR 7 billion on fuel costs during the ownership of their electric vehicles. This substantial saving reflects on the cost-effective and sustainable nature of this technology.

To ‘Go Beyond’, Tata Motors has already declared its 3 phase EV strategy. The company plans to offer different body styles at several accessible price points, meeting the evolving needs of the EV consumers. The Company has already showcased future concepts at the Auto Expo 2023 – the Curvv, Harrier EV, Sierra EV and the Avinya. These aspirational EVs will open up new segments of customers in India. Charging infrastructure will further penetrate to every corner of the country, enabling seamless mobility and ending range anxiety. More investments are expected towards creating a robust supply ecosystem for EVs. The Company remains dedicated to enhancing electrification in the country and empowering Indian consumers to make sustainable choices without compromising on performance or reliability.

Join the conversation and celebrate this momentous milestone with us using the hashtag #1LakhTataEVs&Beyond. To know more about Tata EVs, offers and car buying options, call your nearest dealership or visit https://ev.tatamotors.com/