IN-SPACe CANSAT India Student Competition 2024 Set To Ignite Passion For Space Science And Technology

~ 28 Teams from all across the country to participate in a vibrant display of CAN sized Satellites launch competition

Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) in association with The Astronautical Society of India (ASI) has announced the upcoming IN-SPACe CANSAT Student Competition. This is aimed at inspiring the next generation of space enthusiasts and fostering innovation in space science and technology. Scheduled to take place from April 15-17, 2024 at Ahmedabad, this event promises to be a lively showcase of student ingenuity and creativity.

The event will be the graced by esteemed Chief Guests, Shri S Somanath, Chairman- ISRO, Secretary -DoS, President- ASI and Dr. Pawan Goenka, Chairman of IN-SPACe.

The IN-SPACe CANSAT Student Competition represents a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the intricacies of space exploration. Participants will engage in the design, development, and launch of CAN-sized satellites, with the goal of reaching an altitude of 800 meters above the launch site via drones. This hands-on experience will not only deepen their understanding of space science but also equip them with invaluable skills for future endeavours in the space industry.

Dr. Vinod Kumar, Executive Secretary, Astronautical Society of India (ASI) and Director-Promotion Directorate, IN-SPACe, " Through this unique competition, the IN-SPACe CANSAT India Student Competition emphasises our commitment on nurturing innovation. By providing students with a platform to showcase their talent and creativity, this competition plays a crucial role in honing their skills and preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow's space industry. Together, we are empowering the next generation of space enthusiasts and contributing to the development of an AatmaNirbhar space workforce in India.”

The Venue for the IN-SPACe CANSAT 2024 Competition is- Vivenza by Gopi Farm & CANSAT event ground. Near Sardar Patel Ring Rd. Sentossa Greenland, Ognaj, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380060

For more information about the IN-SPACe and its events, visit https://www.inspace.gov.in/inspace

Rashtrotthana Hospital, Bengaluru First To Implement Contactless Remote Patient Monitoring With Dozee To Enhance Patient Safety

* The ‘Made-in-India’ technology, Dozee, will enable continuous monitoring of all the patients outside ICU and help early identification of possible clinical deterioration for improved patient safety.

Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre, a leading 162-bed Integrated Multi-Specialty Tertiary Care Hospital, has announced the adoption of Dozee's advanced AI-based Contactless and continuous Patient Monitoring and Early Warning System (EWS). This implementation establishes Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital as the pioneer among South Indian hospitals affiliated with Rashtrotthana Parishat, showcasing their commitment to leveraging “Made in India’ technology for enhanced patient safety, continuum of care, and to elevate overall patient care standards.

The Non-ICU ward beds in Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre are equipped with next-generation ambulatory connected patient monitoring systems enabling contactless continuous vitals monitoring and an Early warning alert system by Dozee. Dozee’s solution is cloud-enabled and comes with a central and remote patient monitoring capability that empowers healthcare providers to monitor the patient continuously and more effectively to provide timely medical interventions for improved patient safety and clinical outcomes. Automation and digitalization of vital data and operational processes are significant for Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre  in its journey to provide Quality healthcare to every Indian.

Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre is a part of Rashtrotthana Parishat established with the objective of providing affordable, high quality and human healthcare to people of all strata of the society. The Hospital has 19 general wards, 72 semi private wards, 11 emergency wards and 17 private wards, totalling 162 beds equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure.

Dozee enables healthcare workers to remotely monitor patients’ vital parameters such as heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, SPO2 levels, temperature, and ECG. Dozee’s Early Warning System (EWS) tracks the trends of vital parameters and provides alerts to healthcare providers for early detection of patients' clinical deterioration, enabling timely medical intervention. Dozee uses AI-based Ballistocardiography (BCG) for contactless vitals monitoring. Dozee’s technology is patented and made in India. Dozee’s innovative technology significantly impacts patient safety, clinical outcome, and operational efficiency. Research done by independent consulting firm Sattva shows that for every ~100 Dozee connected beds, it can save ~144 lives and ~80% of the time taken for vitals by nurses and reduce ICU ALOS by ~1.3 days.

Dr. (Col) Anand Shankar, HOD Anaesthesiology and ER, Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre, Bangalore said "As the healthcare landscape undergoes continual transformation, it is imperative for healthcare providers to adapt and arm themselves with cutting-edge tools for delivering optimal patient care. Our fundamental commitment to providing high-quality care and improving patient outcomes aligns seamlessly with our decision to partner with Dozee, a 'Made in India' contactless and continuous patient monitoring solution. By embracing this healthcare innovation early on, we position ourselves at the forefront of setting new standards for patient safety in the country, with the potential to save lives. We are delighted to be part of this journey with Dozee."

Dr. Atmaram D C, Medical Director, Rashtrotthana Hospital, shared his perspective on the adoption of Dozee's technology, stating, " Jayadev Memorial Hospital is a 162-bed Integrated Multispecialty hospital focused on providing affordable quality health care to people of all sections of the society. With patient safety as our top priority, Dozee’s AI based contactless monitoring system with its early warning system helps us effectively provide time-based interventions for better care. Its cloud-enabled technology allows our doctors to remotely monitor their patients’ vitals and advice accordingly. The data collected is of vital importance and probably will lay the foundation for all our future research studies.

Dr. Shyla H N, Medical Administrator, Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre, Bangalore expressed enthusiasm about the hospital's commitment to embracing connected care system said, “The integration of Dozee into our patient care protocols reflects our commitment to embracing cutting-edge technologies that enhance healthcare delivery, At the Heart of Rashtrotthana Hospital are our core values, compassion excellence innovation and commitment embracing technological advancement and refining our methodology. We are committed in our pursuit of excellence and amidst evolution lies our commitment to compassionate care and service to the community. 

“It’s our privilege to join hands with a prestigious institution like Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre as we aim to leverage technology to enhance patient safety and improve clinical outcomes and nursing efficiency. Adoption of continuous ward monitoring and Early Warning Systems is pivotal for delivering quality healthcare at scale. This collaboration is a testament to the growing role of Indian innovation in shaping the future of healthcare globally.” said Mudit Dandwate, Dozee’s CEO and Co-founder.  

Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre’s decision to adopt Dozee exemplifies its dedication to staying at the forefront of healthcare innovation, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care in a technologically advanced and patient-centric environment. The hospital has renowned doctors and specialists in the field of Modern Medicine, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Yoga & Naturopathy providing expert care with a holistic approach.

About Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre:

Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre is a 162 Bed Integrated Multi-Specialty Tertiary Care Hospital with world class health care facilities. Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre is a Unit of Rashtrotthana trust. Our renowned doctors and specialists in the field of Modern Medicine, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Yoga & Naturopathy provide expert care with a holistic approach.

Hospital Mission: Availability of an integrated health care system under one roof that includes Modern medicine, Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Yoga and Naturopathy. Rendering affordable health care to all and subsidised or free service to the patients from underprivileged sections and providing care and cure to the people suffering from different ailments through treatment areas which encompass cardiology, orthopaedic, neurology, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, gastroenterology, and emergency departments.

Treating individuals with a holistic approach, where not only physical but also emotional and mental health is taken care of. Working on the elimination of the root cause of the disease with the holistic approach, not mere subsiding the symptoms. Providing wellness/ healthy lifestyle guide to the people and helping them choose a healthy way of living to avoid physical and emotional illness.

About Dozee

Dozee is India’s first AI-based contactless Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) & Early Warning System (EWS) for Enhanced Patient Safety. With a mission to develop & deploy intelligent technologies, solutions, and networks, Dozee enables continuous patient monitoring to provide a continuum of care, early warning systems, and responses to save lives. Supported by the Government of India through BIRAC, Dozee is on a path to steer the trajectory of the public and private healthcare ecosystem.

With the aim of providing connected health in every bed, Dozee strives to improve access to quality healthcare and put patient safety first with its vision #HarBedDozeeBed. Dozee tracks vital parameters such as the Heart Rate, Respiratory Rate, Blood Pressure, Blood Oxygen Saturation, and Skin Temperature with clinical grade accuracy. By automating patient monitoring through Dozee, nearly 2.5 hours of nursing time is saved per day.

Dozee is a truly ‘Made in India’ innovation with global standards in patient safety, data security, privacy, and reliability - trusted by top-of-the-line healthcare providers across the country. The system is USFDA cleared,  IEC 60601 -1-2, RoHS certified and CDSCO registered. Dozee has received ISO 13485:2016 certification for its Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO 27001:2013 for  Information Security Management.

Dozee was founded in October 2015 by IIT graduates Mudit Dandwate and Gaurav Parchani. With breakthrough clinical innovations, Dozee continues to reimagine health and create a future where healthcare is smarter and connected.

Visit https://www.dozee.health/   for additional information.

Air India Augments Customer Contact With New Centres Globally

* Partners with Concentrix and iEnergizer to provide 24/7 assistance for customers with dedicated desks for premium and frequent flyers

Air India, India’s leading global airline, has deployed five new contact centres, offering round-the-clock assistance to its customers worldwide

It has partnered with Concentrix, a California-headquartered customer engagement firm, to manage premium services from centres in Mumbai, Cairo, and Kuala Lumpur. The airline has also signed up iEnergizer, to operate contact centres in Noida and Bengaluru, focusing on domestic inquiries.

Air India has recently introduced a premium desk exclusively tailored for its premium Frequent Flyer members, as well as business and first-class guests. The dedicated service offers personalised assistance, further enhancing the overall travel experience for these esteemed segments of passengers. Investing in developing best-in-class technology infrastructure, including a new tech stack, the airline aims to streamline customer support operations and enhance efficiency.

"Our customers are at the core of our operations. The enhancement and expansion of the contact centres is a testimony to Air India's commitment to providing comprehensive support to our customers and is a step towards building Air India into a world-class global airline," Rajesh Dogra, Chief Customer Experience Officer, Air India, said during the launch of the Mumbai centre.

Air India has implemented a comprehensive back-office insourcing strategy to manage emails, social media, and chat support internally to effectively assist our valued customers. A 24/7 grievance management desk promptly addresses all customer queries, escalations and provides round-the-clock support. A robust quality and training governance framework has also been established to ensure that the employees adhere to best-in-class standards and enhance their skills.

Recently Air India launched its redesigned website and airline industry’s first Generative AI chatbot- AI.g. The chatbot provides seamless accessibility on the website as well as on WhatsApp opening a new guest support channel, helping travellers to ask questions across 1300+ travel-related topics.

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.

Celebrate The Vibrant IPL Season At Platform65 For Food & Drinks

As the fever of IPL is in the air, Platform 65, India’s largest train-themed restaurant is all set with a vibrant spot for IPL fans for this IPL season. Cricket enthusiasts can now come together and catch the live action of IPL streaming live at all 11 branches of Platform 65 on big screens. Platform 65 makes sure that fans have a memorable live cricket experience supporting their favourite team in a lively atmosphere with friends, families and lots of food & drinks.

Platform 65 Restaurants are transforming into the ultimate destination for fans to enjoy the thrill of the game while indulging in a range of delicious food options with a diverse menu featuring special starters main courses, and exotic beverages. To add to the excitement, there is a special 1+1 offer on Mocktails and Tower Mocktails, ensuring that every visit is a refreshing experience. With mouth-watering special starters Classic Mushroom, Allam Kodi Wings, Telangana Kodi Vepudu etc. would go as a perfect combo with refreshing beverages during the match.

Adding to this excitement Sadgun Patha, Managing Director and Founder of Platform 65, said, "We are excited to create a vibrant spot for cricket fans to come together and enjoy the IPL matches. We aim to provide a lively atmosphere, delicious food, and great offers to make the IPL season even more enjoyable for our guests."

Venkatesh Gopisetty, Vice President at Platform 65, “Whether you're a cricket enthusiast or simply looking for a fun outing with friends and family, Platform 65 Restaurants are the place to be this IPL season. Join us at any of our 11 branches to cheer for your favourite team and savour the taste of victory with our exciting offerings”.

Platform 65 Restaurant is India's largest toy train-themed restaurant, offering a unique dining experience with a delightful toy train running through the restaurant. With 11 branches in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, Platform 65 is committed to creating memorable moments for its patrons, combining good food with a playful atmosphere.

Justdial Reports A Surge In Demand For Water Services, Bengaluru And Hyderabad Top The Charts

-          A 101% and 56% surge in water tanker-related searches in Bengaluru and Hyderabad, respectively.

-          Significant rise in searches for water-related services in Pune (31%), Mumbai (11%), Ahmedabad (7%), Chennai (6%), Delhi (3%), and Kolkata (3%)

-          The most sought-after categories included water tank dealers, drinking water tanker suppliers, water tank repairs & services, and water tank cleaning services

As the world grapples with the ongoing climate crisis, Justdial, India's no.1 Hyper-local business search engine, unveils alarming consumer trends, shedding light on the exacerbating water scarcity issue in urban areas across the country. The nation's struggle with this issue stems from a severe mismatch between its limited water resources and a rapidly growing population. The findings from the latest Justdial Consumer Trends Report underscore the pressing need for immediate action to address the looming water crisis.

A report by Niti Aayog predicts a bleak future, stating that 20 major Indian cities are on the brink of severe water scarcity, with an estimated 40% decline in freshwater availability by 2030. The recent El Nino phenomenon has further compounded the issue, leaving a significant portion of the country reeling under severe drought conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued warnings of a hotter and drier summer this year, attributing it to the El Niño effect.

The Justdial Consumer Trends Report reveals startling statistics, indicating a substantial surge in water-related searches in key urban areas. Bengaluru and Hyderabad experienced a 101% and 56% increase, respectively, in consumer queries related to water resources, suggesting that these two major metropolises are severely impacted by water scarcity. In other major cities like Pune (31%), Mumbai (11%), Ahmedabad (7%), Chennai (6%), Delhi (3%), and Kolkata (3%), there is a significant rise in searches for water-related services as well.

Among the most searched categories on the Justdial platform were water tank dealers, drinking water tanker suppliers, water tank repairs & services, and water tank cleaning services, reflecting the growing concern among consumers regarding water availability and quality.

As Justdial data suggests, water tanker businesses with a digital presence saw a surge in demand during the past quarter. This highlights the growing importance of online visibility for such vendors. By embracing the digital landscape, traditional water tanker suppliers can tap into a wider customer base and streamline their operations. This not only benefits their business but also ensures residents have easier access to this essential service, particularly during periods of water scarcity.

The ramifications of inadequate water supply extend far beyond mere inconvenience. It poses a direct threat to societal stability and economic prosperity. Rapid urbanisation, climate change, and inadequate infrastructure have exacerbated water shortages in cities nationwide. The repercussions include heightened public health risks due to waterborne diseases and strain on healthcare systems.

To address these challenges, the government has initiated policy-led interventions for effective water management at the village or district level, as per the Niti Aayog report. The success story of the ‘Drink from Tap Mission’ in Puri city (Odisha) presents a viable model that can be exemplified as a replicable model. This mission's core features include the Right to Water policy, relaxed house connection norms, and reduced non-revenue water through 100% metering and volumetric metering. Additionally, leveraging information technology with smart metering facilitates data capture for informed decision-making by water management authorities.

By understanding these consumer trends, policymakers, businesses, and individuals can work collaboratively to devise solutions for water conservation and ensure a sustainable future. Justdial remains committed to raising awareness about critical issues and continues to support initiatives aimed at fostering positive societal change and sustainable development.

About Just Dial Limited

Just Dial Limited provides local search related services to users in India through multiple platforms such as Desktop/PC website (https://www.justdial.com), mobile site (https://t.justdial.com), mobile apps (Android & iOS), over the telephone (Voice, pan India number 88888-88888) and text (SMS). Justdial’s latest version of JD App, is an All-in-One App, replete with features like Map-aided Search, Live TV, Videos, Stock quotes, etc. to make the life of the consumer infinitely smoother & more engaging.

The Company has recently launched its B2B marketplace platform, JD Mart. JD Mart platform, available at https://www.jdmart.com and via apps on Play Store and App Store, is aimed at enabling millions of India’s manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers to become internet-ready in post-COVID era, get new customers and sell their products online. The platform offers digital product catalogues to businesses and aims at digitalising India’s businesses, especially MSMEs, across categories. Buyers can discover quality vendors offering a wide selection of products to choose from, spread across millions of categories to suit all B2B needs.

Justdial has also initiated transaction-oriented services for its users. These services aim at making several day-to-day tasks conveniently actionable and accessible to users from one App. With this step, Justdial is transitioning from being purely a provider of local search and related information to being a direct/ indirect enabler of such transactions. Justdial has also recently launched an end-to-end business management solution for SMEs, through which it intends to transition thousands of SMEs to efficiently run business online and have their adequate online presence via their own website, mobile site. Apart from this, Justdial has also launched JD Pay, a unique solution for quick digital payments for its users and vendors.

NLSIU Announces JSW Grant For Comprehensive Redevelopment Of New Academic Block On Campus

The National Law School of India University announces a grant from the JSW Group for a comprehensive redevelopment and expansion of the University’s core Academic Block & Precinct, as well as the establishment of the ‘JSW Centre on the Future of Law’.

This grant will support the redevelopment of the New Academic Block (NAB), located in the southern part of the NLSIU campus at Nagarabhavi, Bengaluru. The two-storeyed NAB was originally built in 2014 and accommodates lecture theatres, seminar rooms, office spaces and meeting rooms. The JSW grant will help add four floors and redevelop the available two floors to provide flexible and technologically advanced learning and office spaces, along with collaborative research spaces for faculty, students, and researchers. This building will be named as the ‘JSW Academic Block’ and be seamlessly integrated with the surrounding precinct including the recently redeveloped Shri Narayan Rao Melgiri Memorial National Law Library to create the new academic hub of the University.

The grant will also support a new research centre on campus: ‘JSW Centre for the Future of Law’. This Centre will anchor academic and policy research and curricular interventions that explore the effects of new technologies on the future of the legal system, the legal profession and legal education. The Centre will develop new and appropriate models of legal regulation and incubate new technologies that facilitate legal system reform and access to justice. Under the leadership of a Centre Director, the Centre will host doctoral and postdoctoral researchers who will engage with multiple stakeholders including governments, domestic and international regulators, academia, civil society and private sector entities.

“This generous grant, the largest in the University’s history, enables the successful implementation of the next phase of the NLSIU Inclusion and Expansion Plan 2021-25. Under this Strategic Plan, the University aims to expand student intake by nearly 350% to facilitate greater opportunity for all while creating a socially inclusive student body. We are grateful for JSW’s support and commitment towards the growth of NLSIU by developing world class infrastructural facilities for future generations of law students, and fostering new and useful legal research that responds to the technological transformations of our time,” said NLSIU Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Sudhir Krishnaswamy.

Mrs. Sangita Jindal, Chairperson of JSW Foundation, said: “The JSW contribution of revamping the new academic block is going to help to significantly improve teaching quality, infrastructure and access to resources for students and faculty on campus. The legal profession plays a key role in the development and progress of our country since it’s a just society which creates opportunities for growth and distributive justice. As such, education in law plays a key role in shaping the discourse, lawful behaviour and development of norms for a justice loving peaceful society and nation. In the long term, the contribution will significantly impact the lives of graduating students. JSW’s aim is not just to support the skilling of professionals but to facilitate the empowerment of leaders who are committed to serving our country with dedication and excellence."

Commenting on the JSW Group’s partnership with NLS, Mr. Parth Jindal, MD of JSW Cement & JSW Paints, stated “Over the years, JSW Group has been dedicated to promoting education in various forms. The contribution to the Future of Law Centre at NLS enables us to support a critical aspect of dealing with how the law needs to adapt and cope with technological changes. It enables NLS the opportunity to leapfrog and be a leader in these new areas. The advent of new technology in AI, such as large language models, is already revolutionizing the legal field. Technology powered tools are transforming contract analysis and litigation support, making legal processes more efficient. The Future of Law Centre at NLS will be at the forefront of exploring these innovations, developing curriculum and research initiatives that address the ethical, legal, and societal implications of technology in law, ensuring that future legal professionals are well-prepared to utilize and regulate these technologies responsibly.”

About the Architects

In November 2023, the University along with the JSW Group selected ‘Hundredhands’, through a rigorous architectural competition, as the architect for the development of this precinct. Hundredhands is an internationally recognised design studio based in Bangalore. Over the last 20 years, the studio has developed a reputation for carefully considered work which is sensitive to context and celebrates craft. The studio’s portfolio includes masterplans, institutional buildings, housing, hospitality projects and residential and corporate interiors. For the New Academic Block, Hundredhands will be collaborating with A Threshold, a studio based in Bangalore. Their work is predicated on careful observation and their deep understanding of indigenous building traditions. The studio’s on-going work includes residential, institutional and hospitality projects.

Mr. Ashwini Saxena, CEO, JSW Foundation said: “Through a strong field presence, the Foundation operates across 33 districts in 14 Indian States with priority on communities around JSW’s plant & port locations. JSW Foundation also reaches out to communities beyond these locations to contribute towards India’s social development in a meaningful way. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the Foundation supported various communities & families by providing food and healthcare facilities across all these locations. JSW Foundation’s holistic life-cycle based interventions have positively impacted more than a million underprivileged people across India.”

About JSW Foundation: JSW Foundation is the social development arm of JSW Group, one of India’s leading business houses. It has a long track record and a rich legacy of empowering rural communities to enrich their lives since the last three decades. The Foundation’s focus areas are Education, Health & Nutrition, Skill Development, Rural BPO, Environment & Water, Sports and Art & Heritage.  The Foundation operates two multi-specialty hospitals in Karnataka & Maharashtra with outpatient potential of 100,000 annually. Its educational interventions have positively impacted more than 140,000 under-privileged children in rural locations while its Agriculture, Women SHG & Rural BPO initiatives have created new livelihood sources for more than 16,000 farmers and 10,000 rural women. The Foundation has provided access to sanitation by constructing more than 7500 toilets in rural villages. It has also helped more than 200,000 needy individuals access Government welfare schemes. The foundation has trained over 23000 youth on various skills that lead to their employment or entrepreneurship. 1400 self-help groups with around 16000 rural women are providing access to credit to the poor. JSW Foundation's work in Art & Heritage is focussed on restoring India’s monuments such as Chandramouleshwara Temple in Hampi, Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue in Mumbai among others. These restorations have been recognized globally and won prestigious international awards.

About JSW Group: The US$ 23 billion JSW Group is ranked among India's leading business houses. JSW's innovative and sustainable presence in various sectors including Steel, Energy, Infrastructure, Cement, Paints, Ecommerce, Venture Capital and Sports is helping the Group play an important role in driving India’s economic growth. The Group strives for excellence by leveraging its strengths & capabilities including a successful track-record of executing large capital-intensive & technically complex projects, differentiated product-mix, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and greater focus on pursuing sustainable growth. With a culturally diverse workforce spread across India, USA, Europe and Africa, JSW Group directly employs nearly 40,000 people. It also has a strong social development focus aimed at empowering local communities residing around its Plant & Port locations. JSW Group is known to create value for all its stakeholders by combining its growth roadmap, superior execution capabilities and a relentless drive to be #BetterEveryday.

About NLSIU: NLSIU was the first National Law University established in India in 1987 to be a pioneer in legal education. The premier law school was set up with a mission to pioneer legal education reforms, and to anchor the transformation of the Indian legal system through research and policy interventions. Over the last three decades, the University has been an innovative leader in legal education and research in India. It has been ranked First among Law Universities in every significant ranking including the National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) which has consistently ranked NLS as the top law school for the last six years.

In 2021, the University developed the ‘NLSIU Inclusion and Expansion Plan 2021-25’ which integrates three key strategies: Student Inclusion & Expansion, Faculty & Research, and Finance & Infrastructure. Under this plan, we have already expanded intake across our academic programmes from 190 students per annum (AY 2020-21) to 560 students per annum (AY 2023-24), while accommodating students from diverse backgrounds from across the country. In the last three Academic Years, we have recruited 68 highly accomplished faculty across disciplines from the top universities and have intensified our efforts toward increasing research output. Our physical infrastructure has grown to accommodate the expansion of the University including new classrooms, improved hostels and residential amenities, and a reimagined and redeveloped academic library that is among the best in the country. The University has also adopted and is currently implementing a comprehensive digital transformation of all academic, administrative and residential processes.

o9 Reports 36 Percent Annual Recurring Revenue Growth In 2024

* o9 Continues to Deliver Increased Client Value With Its Cutting-Edge, AI-Powered Platform

o9, a leading enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, today reported that its annual recurring revenue (ARR) in Q1’24 grew 36% year-over-year. o9 also signed a multitude of new clients in diverse industries and solidified its relationship with existing clients by extending the scope of projects and adding more value.

During the quarter, o9 successfully implemented its AI-powered Digital Brain platform at multiple global clients across a wide range of industry sectors, including automotive, process manufacturing, telecommunications, fashion, retail, and industrial wood processing, to help them optimize their planning and decision-making capabilities. o9 also announced substantial advancements to its Digital Brain platform by incorporating a rich set of Generative AI (GenAI) powered capabilities into its core Enterprise Knowledge Graph (EKG) models.

o9 continued to grow its global headcount to nearly 2,800 in Q1’24. The Company expanded its global footprint by opening new offices in Shanghai, and expanding its presence in Bangalore, India.

During the quarter, o9 participated in the 54th annual Davos World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos, Switzerland, where it hosted an exclusive executive panel. The panel facilitated discussions on pivotal issues facing the global supply chains in the post-COVID-19 era, emphasizing the imperative of digitalization in mitigating challenges such as component shortages. Moreover, o9 joined the World Economic Forum’s Innovator Communities, which unites private companies valued at more than $1 billion.

In March, the Company successfully organized its annual client event, aim10x digital 2024, to transform supply chain and commercial planning. With over 10,000 registrations, supply chain, procurement, revenue management, IT, and sustainability professionals tuned in to learn best practices and insights from leaders and executives driving growth and innovation. In 2024, o9 will host 12 aim10x in-person events globally, providing excellent networking and learning opportunities. Register here to join an aim10x On Tour event in a city near you.

Chakri Gottemukkala, Co-founder and CEO of o9, said, “o9 is committed to delivering unparalleled value to our customers by transforming their business planning and decision-making capabilities. Our unwavering dedication to customer success drives continuous innovation and enhances our future-proof platform, enabling our clients to achieve their strategic objectives and drive sustainable growth. This quarter’s success highlights the tangible value of the o9 platform, underscoring our mission to provide the world’s most value-generating enterprise planning platform.”

Other notable highlights in Q1’24 include:

o9 to support M&S with the digital transformation and upgrade of its clothing & home planning systems

o9 partners with Skechers to digitally transform the company’s retail planning processes

o9 partners with Natura and Avon in Brazil to offer digital commercial planning solutions

o9’s co-founder and CEO Chakri Gottemukkala has become a member of the WSJ’s CEO Council and has been highlighted as one of the World’s Most Influential Decision-makers

o9 and Resilinc partner to provide joint clients with greater visibility into their multi-tier supply network

o9 was named a Food Logistics 2023 Top Software & Tech Award Recipient for its innovative Supplier Collaboration solution

The Company ranked No. 78 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Southwest Region’s fastest-growing private companies

Three o9ers were recognized as 2024 Pros to Know Winners by Supply & Demand Chain Executive

o9 announced its full suite of Revenue Growth Management solutions

o9 and AWS expanded their collaboration

o9 submitted and validated its Science-Based Emissions Reduction Targets

o9 announced Make a Difference (MAD) as the recipient of its inaugural Digital Tomorrow Grant