Physics Wallah (PW) Launches Its Third Tech-Enabled Offline Vidyapeeth Centre In Bengaluru

Physics Wallah (PW), India’s leading ed-tech platform, has announced its third tech-enabled offline Vidyapeeth center in Bengaluru, underlining its commitment to establish educational hubs across India and make education more accessible to students.

PW’s Bengaluru Vidyapeeth centre boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure with 8 tech-enabled classrooms offering a conducive learning environment. The center also provides a self-study space, fostering a productive study atmosphere. Additionally, it has the Student Welfare Society (SWS), providing support for hostels, and transportation facilities. For the academic year 2024–2025 enrollment, it is offering an additional discount of 30% to students enrolling first for this academic year.

Additionally, it has organized a mega event under the name ‘Aagaz’ on March xx in PES University, 100 Feet Ring Road, Banashankari Stage III, Dwarka Nagar, Banashankari, Bengaluru, and counseled more than 3000 JEE and NEET aspirants, who were present along with their parents. Apart from this, PW’s top faculties, including Sachin Jhakhar and Amit Mahajan participated as mentors.

PW has opened 79 tech-enabled Vidyapeeth Centres across India, emerging as the fastest-growing ed-tech company with the third-largest offline network in nearly two years, serving over 2 lakh students. These centres offer a comprehensive curriculum for JEE/NEET.

PW offline Vidyapeeth centres offer the facilities of recorded lectures, assistance with NCERT materials, offline doubt-solving, Daily Practice Problems (DPPs) with video solutions, specialized modules, and Previous Year Questions (PYQs). These centres also have a dedicated desk for the Student Success Team (SST), making PW the only one to provide quick and personalized resolutions to student concerns. Additionally, there is also a parent-teacher dashboard system, which offers real-time updates on student progress.

PW Offline CEO Ankit Gupta stated, “With the launch of every offline centre, we get closer to our vision of establishing educational hubs across India, making quality education more accessible and alleviating financial burdens on parents. These centres are set to transform the educational landscape of the country.”

About Physics Wallah (PW)

Physics Wallah (PW) is a leading Indian EdTech company founded in 2020, and headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. PW is democratizing education on a massive scale in India, with a presence spanning online, offline, and hybrid modes, reaching 98% of India's pin codes. PW is reshaping India's educational landscape by providing free quality education to more than 4 crores of students through its 85 YouTube channels in 7 vernacular languages. Starting as a YouTube channel in 2014, PW became a Unicorn in 2022 and now it has more than 27 lakh paid students, and 1 crore app downloads on the PW App. PW has expanded into 28 test prep categories and a skilling vertical, with over 79 tech-enabled Vidyapeeth (offline) and 48 Pathshala (hybrid) centers across the country. PW is students' lifelong learning partner, empowering them throughout their educational trajectory, from a student to self-sufficient skilled professionals.

Beyond The Finish Line: Success of Toyota Greater Bengaluru Bidadi Half Marathon 2024

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), in association with BIA (Bidadi Industries Association) Foundation, today announced the successful culmination of the Toyota Greater Bengaluru Bidadi Half Marathon 2024, marking it as the first flagship event of its kind. This event was held at Bidadi and flagged off from scenic Jollywood Studio & Adventures and witnessed an overwhelming response from various segments of society, including local communities, employees, and family members and industries. The run was categorised across 21Km, 10Km and 5Km for the age group 16 years & above and a special category of 3Km for children between 8 years to 15 years. Themed under ‘RUN FOR SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY’, the marathon is aimed at fostering health consciousness, responsible road usage to leave a lasting positive impact on the region's social fabric.

The event, witnessing around 3000 participants from diverse backgrounds, graced by the esteemed chief and distinguished guests - Dr. S Selva Kumar, IAS, Principal Secretary of Department of Commerce & Industries, Government of Karnataka, Dr. Avinash Menon Rajendran, IAS, Deputy Commissioner & District Magistrate of Ramanagara District, and Mrs. Geetanjali Kirloskar, Chairperson & Managing Director of Kirloskar Systems Pvt. Ltd. Joining as Guest of Honours were Mr. Karthik Reddy, IPS, Superintendent of Police for Ramanagara District, Mrs. Anju Bobby George, the former Indian Olympian, and Senior Vice President of the Athletics Federation of India and Mr. K Srinivas, Director of Factories, Boilers, Industrial Safety & Health, Government of Karnataka, along with the participation of senior officials from BIA and senior leaders from Toyota Kirloskar Motor.

Founded in 2023 and formally registered under the Indian Trust Act, the BIA Foundation stands as a dedicated entity focused on catalysing community development initiatives within the Ramanagara district. Leveraging the generous contributions from industries situated in the Bidadi Industrial area and surrounding regions, the foundation is steadfast in its commitment to fostering meaningful change in the lives of local residents. The marathon served as a powerful symbol of unity, collaboration, and the unwavering resilience embedded within the community across all BIA industries.

Toyota given its commitment to road safety and sustainability is the Title sponsor for this event. The marathon not only celebrated physical endurance by inspiring individuals from all walks of life to push their boundaries but also promoted safety and sustainability message involving all stakeholders including community members. While all finishers received medals and E-certificates, top performers were awarded cash prizes.

Sharing his thoughts, Mr Sudeep S Dalvi, Senior Vice President, Director, and Chief Communication Officer, TKM: “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we are elated to celebrate the remarkable success of the first ever Toyota Greater Bengaluru Bidadi Half Marathon 2024. This event perfectly embodies our commitment to safety, sustainability, and community development. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the participants, winners, and supporters who contributed to making this event a huge success. Together with the BIA Foundation, we have created a platform that not only promotes fitness and healthy living but also fosters a sense of unity to promote safety and sustainability within the community. We take pride in supporting the BIA Foundation's commendable endeavours in this transformative journey and look forward to continuing our efforts towards positive change in the region.”

TKM expresses sincere appreciation to the BIA Foundation for their exemplary leadership and tireless efforts in organizing this impactful event, with strong support from all stakeholders, especially the industries in the Bidadi industrial region and the surrounding communities.

Thomson Launches An Exclusive Range Of Air Coolers Featuring Innovative Designs Powered By BLDC Technology

*  SPPL has invested INR 75 crore in a new manufacturing plant dedicated to air coolers

* The new Thomson air coolers have an exclusive patented design, making them one of the unique models in India

* The Cool Pro & Heavy Duty Series Air Coolers will be exclusively available for purchase on Flipkart starting March 23, 2024.

European consumer electronics brand THOMSON brings an all new range of Air Coolers this summer to provide relief from the hot months ahead. Sticking true to its ‘Make in India’ motto the brand is all geared up to start 2024 with a big bang by offering a large range of models. SPPL which is the exclusive brand licensee of THOMSON in India has invested INR 75 crore towards the new manufacturing unit in Noida. THOMSON currently has a market share of 10% in air coolers in the online space. The new Cool Pro & Heavy Duty series of Air Coolers will be available on Flipkart from 23rd March, 2024.

Thomson is set to give a tough competition to the home appliances market this summer. The brand offers an all new range of Air Coolers in Personal & Desert category available from 28 to 150 litres. THOMSON is launching the following models on Flipkart

Elated with the new launch Avneet Singh Marwah, CEO SPPL, Exclusive Brand Licensee of THOMSON in India, says “We are delighted to introduce our newest line-up of products to the Indian consumer, promising an exceptional experience in 2024 and beyond. Our commitment remains unwavering as we strive to provide cutting-edge technology crafted right here in India. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers, whose constant support has propelled our brand to unprecedented heights. Thomson’s innovative range of energy-efficient air coolers comes with features such as inbuilt auto swing technology, BLDC motor, and turbo air throw setting a new standard for savvy online shoppers. Embracing the forefront of e-commerce and the D2C market. Thomson has solidified its position as a leader in the smart TV category, consistently ranking among the top three best-selling brands online for over six years.” 

Air India Offers Special Business Class Fares For Flights On Select Asian Routes

Air India today announced a sale to offer special fares for its flights to and from countries in the South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Middle East. The limited-period promotion offers unmissable Business class fares for up to 35% less than the usual base fares.

The special fares are available on flights to and from Singapore, Bangkok, Phuket, Dhaka, Colombo, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Jeddah, Bahrain, Muscat, and Kuwait.

Bookings under the sale are open for two weeks, ending 02 April 2024 for travel until 30 September 2024. The sale offers are available for both, one-way and round trips, and points of sale in India and outside of India.

The seat inventory on sale is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.. 

The sale is open on all channels, including Air India’s website (www.airindia.com), mobile app, airport ticketing offices, city booking offices. The sale fares are also available with online travel agents (OTAs) and other authorised travel partners.

About Air India:

Founded by the legendary JRD Tata, Air India pioneered India’s aviation sector. Since its first flight on October 15, 1932, Air India has built an extensive domestic network with non-stop flights to cities around the world, across the USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Far-East, South-East Asia, Australia, and the Gulf. After 69 years as a government-owned enterprise, Air India and Air India Express were welcomed back into the Tata group in January 2022.

Air India is navigating through a major five-year transformation roadmap under the aegis of Vihaan.AI, with an ambition to become a world class airline with an Indian heart. The first phase of this transformation, the taxi phase was recently concluded, and focused on fixing the basics. These included bringing back to service many long grounded aircraft, addition of talent across flying and ground functions, rapid upgradation of technology and strengthening of customer care initiatives amongst others. 

A member of Star Alliance, the largest global airline consortium of leading international airlines, Air India offers seamless connectivity and facilities to passengers all over the world.

Samsung To Bring AI And Hyper Connectivity To Tech-Savvy Indian Consumers: Samsung Vice Chairman And CEO, JH Han

* Visits flagship connected lifestyle experience store Samsung BKC in Mumbai, invites consumers to experience Samsung’s newly launched AI innovations across TVs, Digital Appliances and Smartphones

Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics, visited Samsung BKC at Jio World Plaza, Mumbai for the first time since the store’s opening and underlined the Company’s commitment to the Indian market by bringing AI and hyper connectivity to its tech-savvy consumers. He also invited consumers to come and experience Samsung’s latest AI innovations across its product portfolio, from televisions and digital appliances to smartphones.

“AI will enable connected technologies to improve people’s daily lives while always remaining non-intrusive and in the background. With our model of open collaboration, we want to bring AI and hyper-connectivity to all our consumers. India is the next big playground for AI and our flagship Samsung BKC store is an embodiment of our ‘AI for All’ vision and will showcase ‘One Samsung’. At the various zones of the store, consumers can see our AI vision in reality and experience how smarter, better experiences will redefine how we live,” said Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics.

Earlier this year, Han unveiled Samsung’s ‘AI for All’ vision at CES, showcasing how AI will enable people to experience their devices more intuitively and conveniently than ever before. As part of its ‘AI for All’ vision, Samsung in January unveiled Galaxy AI in its new Galaxy S24 smartphone series.

Han said India is one of the biggest and fastest-growing markets globally and offers a huge opportunity for Samsung.

“India has a large population of tech-savvy young consumers that inspire us to innovate. Here, thousands of young, enterprising youth work at our R&D centres to bring cutting edge technologies such as AI to the world. We are proud of them,” said Han.

Samsung recently inaugurated the connected lifestyle experience store Samsung BKC where consumers can experience ‘One Samsung’. This entails Samsung’s latest AI innovations and how it powers the Company’s connected devices ecosystem.

The Company has been in India for over 28 years, having begun operations here in 1995. Samsung continues to be deeply committed to India with two state-of-the-art manufacturing plants, three R&D centres and one design centre that employ thousands of people.

Madame Unveils Spring/Summer'24 Collection In Collaboration With Shanaya Kapoor

A leading name in the world of fashion, is thrilled to announce the successful launch of its Spring/Summer'24 Collection in collaboration with the new face of the brand Shanaya Kapoor. The event was held on March 12, 2024, at the prestigious Estella, Juhu.

The launch event witnessed the presence of esteemed guests, fashion enthusiasts, and industry insiders. The "Fashion Is Me" campaign, featuring the stunning Shanaya Kapoor, served as the centrepiece of the evening. Embracing the ethos of self-expression and individuality, the campaign celebrates the confidence and empowerment that come with embracing one's unique fashion sense. Shanaya Kapoor, with her innate grace and style, perfectly embodies the spirit of the campaign and the brand.

The Spring/Summer’24 Collection embodies the essence of modern femininity, offering a curated selection of ensembles designed to celebrate the spirit of the season. From chic daywear to elegant evening attire, the collection caters to the diverse fashion preferences of contemporary women, reflecting Madame's commitment to creating pieces that are both stylish and versatile.

"I am excited to be a part of Madame's Collection launch," said Shanaya Kapoor. "The collection perfectly captures the essence of spring with its vibrant colors, modern silhouettes, and effortless style. It has been an absolute pleasure collaborating with Madame, and I am excited to see the collection resonate with fashion-forward individuals."

Ms. Sumedha Jain, MarCom Head at Madame, expressed her delight with the event's success, stating, “We are thrilled to present our latest Spring/Summer’24 Collection with Shanaya Kapoor as the new fashion face, whose style and elegance perfectly complement the ethos of our brand. The positive feedback received from attendees reaffirms our commitment to delivering collections that inspire confidence and celebrate individuality."

The event commenced with a captivating fashion presentation, where guests had the opportunity to preview the latest trends and must-have pieces from the Spring/Summer’24 Collection. Attendees were enamoured by the collection's versatility and attention to detail, applauding Madame's dedication to creating fashion-forward yet timeless ensembles.

Following the presentation, guests had the opportunity to explore the collection first-hand at the brand's exclusive pop-up. The hands-on experience allowed attendees to look at their favourite pieces and a sneak peek into what Madame is going to offer through the season. The collection is now available across Madame’s 150+ exclusive stores; LFR stores, major online marketplaces and on its official online store, glamly.com.

Madame's Spring/Summer’24 Collection is more than just clothing; it is a celebration of modern femininity, empowerment, and style. With Shanaya Kapoor as the face of the Brand, Madame continues to redefine the boundaries of fashion excellence, inspiring women to embrace their unique style with confidence and grace, while providing looks for every season and styles for every reason.

BMW 620d M Sport Signature Debuts In Indian Market

* Exclusivity of M Sport Signature now with BMW TwinPower Turbo diesel engine as well.

* BMW Display key with Remote Control Parking, Comfort Access System & Soft Close Doors as standard.

* Comfort Seats lapped in Leather ‘Dakota’ with exclusive stitching for an elevated luxury experience.

* 19” Bicolour Alloys enhance the dynamic appearance.

* Special Backrest Cushions for Rear Seats.

* #THE6 #BMW6GT #BMWIndia #SheerDrivingPleasure

The BMW 620d M Sport Signature has been launched in India today. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the car is now available in the diesel variant as well and bookings can be made at all BMW India dealerships from today onwards.

The BMW 620d M Sport Signature is available at an attractive ex-showroom price of INR 78,90,000.

Price prevailing at the time of invoicing will be applicable. Ex-showroom prices inclusive of GST (incl. compensation cess) as applicable but exclude Road Tax, Tax Collected at Source (TCS), RTO statutory taxes/fees, other local tax cess levies and insurance. Price / options are subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact an authorised BMW dealer.

The BMW 620d M Sport Signature is available in following metallic paintworks: Mineral White, Tanzanite Blue, Skyscraper Grey and Carbon Black, and upholstered in natural Leather 'Dakota' Cognac with exclusive stitching and piping in contrast and Black combination.

Thanks to BMW India Financial Services, customized and flexible financial solutions are designed as per individual requirements. Customers enjoy great value and complete peace of mind with BMW 360? Finance Plan. It includes attractive monthly instalments, assured buy-back option up to five years, flexible term-end opportunities, and options to upgrade to a new BMW among other benefits.

The BMW 620d M Sport Signature.

The exterior design of the BMW 620d M Sport Signature flows smoothly over into the front headlights and creates a sharp angular expression. The contours for the BMW kidney grille and headlights immediately bordering it on either side make a striking impression. The BMW Laserlight, unique in this vehicle segment, distributes light perfectly up to 650 meters along with Adaptive functionality. The slope-like roofline overflows with coupe elegance. More modern and cleaned up – that is the first impression of the rear with broad, muscular lines, attractive LED rear-light design and two freeform tailpipes plated in chrome.

The interior justifies that this is the perfect travel companion – generously spacious with luxurious comfort and bespoke material selection. Comfort Seats offer fully electric seat adjustment with memory function and lumbar support on the driver as well as passenger side. The Comfort Seats are lapped in leather ‘Dakota’ with exclusive stitching and contrast piping in black.  Crystal door pins add to the overall aesthetic appeal. The soft-close function for doors adds to convenience in closing doors softly and quietly. Comfort access system enables easy ingress and egress from the vehicle with features such as keyless entry, automatic locking, contactless opening of tailgate etc. The two-part panoramic glass sunroof adds bright natural sunlight and enhances the sense of spaciousness in the cabin. Ambient Lighting with six dimmable designs creates an atmosphere for every mood. Harman Kardon Surround Sound System conjures an engrossing treat for the ears. High-end 16 speaker system with woofers generates an impressive audio experience in all seats that is unique worldwide in the automotive sector. The Rear-seat Entertainment Professional comprises two 10.25” touchscreen monitors with full-HD technology, a Blu-ray player, screen mirroring function and two USB ports. The car has four-zone automatic climate control with extended features. Adding to the luxurious feel are features such as electroplated controls, electrically adjustable roller sunblinds and panorama glass roof. The powered liftback tailgate opens to reveal the luggage compartment which has a capacity of up to 600 litres, extending to 1,800 litres thanks to the 40/20/40 split.

Thanks to unrivalled BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, the diesel engine melds maximum power with exemplary efficiency and offer spontaneous responsiveness even at low engine speeds. The 2-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine of the BMW 620d generates maximum output of 140 kW / 190 hp and peak torque of 400 Nm at 1,750 – 2,500. The car accelerates from 0 -100 km / hr in just 7.9 seconds. 

The eight speed steptronic automatic transmission performs smooth, almost imperceptible gearshifts. For even greater driving pleasure, it comes with steering wheel paddle shifters and cruise control with braking function. The standard Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension with its self-levelling feature maintains constant height irrespective of the load, providing great comfort. It offers maximum ride comfort and extreme sporting capability. Individual electronically controlled dampers offer exceptional precision and improve the drive and handling dynamics. The damper response settings vary according to the mode selected with the Driving Experience Control switch, that allows driver to choose between different modes to suit the driving conditions - Comfort, Comfort+, Sport, Eco Pro and Adaptive.

BMW Live Cockpit Professional with BMW Operating System 7.0 includes 3D Navigation, a 12.3-inch fully-digital digital instrument display behind the steering wheel and now bigger 12.3 inch Control Display. The occupants can operate a number of functions simply by speaking to their BMW Virtual Assistant. Hands do the talking with BMW Gesture Control that recognizes six pre-defined hand movements for control of a number of functions. The smartphone holder integrated into the centre console allows inductive, Wireless Charging for mobile phones. Wireless Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto ensures seamless smartphone connection with the car to access several functions.

Parking Assistant with Rear View Camera makes parking in tight spots easier. Reversing Assistant provides unmatched support in reversing out of a parking spot or through narrow driveways. It keeps a record of the last 50 metres driven and assists by taking over the steering. With the Remote Control Parking function, a driver can manoeuvre the vehicle into a narrow parking space from outside using the BMW Display Key.

BMW EfficientDynamics includes features such as 8-speed Steptronic Automatic Transmission with Paddle shifters, Auto Start-Stop, Brake-Energy Regeneration, Electronic Power Steering, 50:50 Weight Distribution and ECO PRO mode in Driving Experience Control. 

BMW Safety technologies include six airbags, Attentiveness Assistance, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), electric parking brake with auto hold, side-impact protection, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensors, ISOFIX child seat mounting and emergency spare wheel.