Elements Senior Living Enters Karnataka Senior Living Housing Sector

~ Elements Luxury Senior Living will make its official debut at The Elements Showcase, which will take place at Taj MG Road in Bangalore on March 15 and 16 2025 ~

Bharathi Meraki’s Elements Senior Living, a leading name in the development and operations of premium senior housing based in Chennai, proudly announces its entry into the Karnataka market with Elements Kaveri, a luxury retirement community in Mysuru. Developed in collaboration with PurpleBrick Estates, this milestone project is set within Mysuru’s first-ever Grade A+ plotted development, redefining the standards of senior living with an unmatched blend of elegance, care, and community living. The Official Launch of Elements Luxury Senior Living - KAVERI @ MYSURU is slated at The Elements Showcase on 15th & 16th March 2025 between 10 am and 6 pm @ TAJ MG Road, Bengaluru.

Elements Kaveri offers a sophisticated and secure haven for senior citizens seeking a vibrant, independent, and assisted living environment. Nestled within the prestigious PurpleBrick Avenue Garden, the project features independent living villas and premium apartments, designed to provide residents with an enriching and worry-free retirement lifestyle.

Speaking on the occasion, Ashwin Kumar Iyer, Director at Elements Senior Living, stated, “With Elements Kaveri, we are bringing a new paradigm in senior living to Karnataka. Mysuru, with its serene environment, excellent healthcare infrastructure, and cultural richness, is the perfect location for retirees looking to enjoy a high-quality lifestyle. Our collaboration with PurpleBrick Estates ensures that Elements Kaveri sets a benchmark for luxury, comfort, and well-being in senior housing.”

Elements Kaveri offers a host of world-class amenities tailored to the needs of senior residents. The community boasts a state-of-the-art clubhouse, wellness center, physiotherapy gymnasium, yoga and meditation areas, a mini-theater, and vibrant social engagement spaces. Understanding the importance of healthcare, the community is equipped with 24x7 paramedical support, an in-house ambulance, on-call doctors, and dedicated caregivers, ensuring that residents receive comprehensive and immediate medical assistance.

Dining at Elements Kaveri is designed with wellness in mind, featuring a vegetarian kitchen offering home-delivered, nutritionally balanced meals catering to various dietary requirements, including cardiac and diabetic-friendly options. Additionally, a wide range of concierge services, travel assistance, housekeeping, and security measures ensures that residents experience an effortless and secure lifestyle.

Adding to the charm of the project is its prime location within Mysuru’s finest plotted development, surrounded by lush greenery, walking trails, a senior citizen court, and outdoor fitness zones, offering residents the perfect balance of tranquillity and active living. The thoughtfully designed community promotes not just physical and emotional well-being but also fosters an engaging and socially fulfilling lifestyle through cultural programs, festive celebrations, and community-building activities.

Elements Kaveri is a testament to Elements’ commitment to excellence in senior living, ensuring that retirement is not just about aging gracefully but about living with dignity, joy, and purpose. As Karnataka’s demand for quality senior living options continues to grow, Elements Senior Living is dedicated to expanding its footprint with projects that cater to the evolving needs of India’s aging population.

For more information on Elements Kaveri, visit www.elementsseniorliving.com or contact +91 98 4002 4007.

TCS Partners With The Danish Academy Of Technical Sciences To Combat Dengue Through Technology And Citizen Engagement

* Piloted in Bengaluru, the project can be implemented worldwide to combat outbreaks of dengue fever

* TCS will provide data-driven technology support to the program through its pro bono initiative, TCS TECH4HOPE

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has collaborated with the echo network, a global social innovation initiative hosted by the Danish Academy of Technical Sciences (ATV), to combat  outbreaks of dengue fever and other viral diseases. This collaboration aims to harness digital technology and citizen engagement to address pressing public health challenges.

As part of this initiative, TCS will provide technology support to echo network’s ‘I am OneHealth’ program in Bengaluru, India. Leveraging its TCS TECH4HOPE program – a pro bono initiative that provides technology solutions to non-profit organizations – TCS is driving impactful change by enabling communities to combat dengue through data-driven insights and citizen participation. The echo network is funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, which supports public health and sustainability worldwide.

Torben Vedel Borchert, Scientific Director, Biotech, Novo Nordisk Foundation, Denmark, said, "It is important for us to support public health and sustainability projects globally, and since 2021 we have supported ATV's collaboration with the echo network in India. We have recently awarded a new grant for the effort in India, and we are excited to see how TCS can add an even greater local impact to the network."

TCS is at the forefront of this mission, helping local authorities with actionable insights to effectively prevent and control dengue outbreaks. Utilizing an interactive and free WhatsApp-based chatbot, the project engages school and college students to map hyperlocal environmental conditions impacting dengue transmission.

This citizen-generated data is then enriched with TCS’ advanced IT solutions that analyze humidity, temperature, and other location-specific parameters. The integrated data is transformed into real-time insights in collaboration with several Bengaluru-based organizations, contributing to a Vulnerability Index and an innovative Dengue Prevention Dashboard.

Vikram Sharma, Country Head TCS in Denmark said, "We are proud to collaborate with ATV and echo network on such an important project which not only brings the latest technology but also the citizens onboard. Through our TCS TECH4HOPE initiatives, we can draw on our own TCS colleagues from around the world to share their expertise pro bono. For this project, our colleagues from Europe as well as India are keenly involved to make it an overall success.”

Dengue, a rapidly growing health concern, is the most common mosquito-borne viral disease in many countries, including India. In 2024, the Bengaluru region alone reported over 14,000 cases. The ‘I am OneHealth’ program in collaboration with the Bengaluru Science and Technology Cluster,  an initiative by the office of Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India of India, unites local communities, academic institutions, and health authorities to fight viral diseases through technology and collective action. This pilot initiative in Bengaluru demonstrates TCS’ commitment to leveraging digital innovation for social good, with plans to replicate the model globally.

By fostering community engagement and providing technological expertise, TCS is committed to empowering societies to combat public health challenges and build resilient communities.

Cargill Inaugurates New Corn Milling Plant To Meet Growing Demand For Safe And High-Quality Food Solutions

* Set up on a business arrangement between Cargill and Saatvik Agro Processors, the plant will produce starch derivatives to serve the confectionery, infant formula and dairy industries

Catering to the growing demand from India’s confectionery, infant formula, and dairy sectors, Cargill inaugurated a new corn milling plant in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh set up by Saatvik Agro Processors, an Indian manufacturer.

With a combined market value of $15 billion, these sectors are witnessing high annual compounded growth rates of between 6 and 11% over next five years[1], leading to increased demand for starch derivatives which are used as thickening or stabilizing agents to achieve desired texture, viscosity and mouthfeel in consumer products like gummies, jellies, fillings, yogurt, cheese, processed milk and infant formula.

Cargill has a business arrangement with Saatvik who has established this dedicated production facility for starch derivatives with an initial output capacity of 500 tons per day, which can be expanded to 1,000 tons per day. This facility combines Cargill’s global product capabilities, customer network and market access opportunities with local manufacturing capabilities and operational know-how of the Indian partner to bring a consistent supply of safe, high-quality solutions to Cargill’s food manufacturing customers in India.

The plant will operate on an exclusive arrangement for Cargill, adhering to the company’s stringent global food safety and quality standards while also driving innovation, and process efficiencies for the industry. This further increases Cargill’s production capacity in India while creating supply chain efficiencies that food manufacturers rely on to meet growing consumer demand. The expansion will also enable Cargill to serve customers across North, Central, and Western India more effectively, reducing dependence on supply from the South, optimizing both costs and logistics.

While the facility will cater primarily to domestic demand, in future Cargill will also evaluate export opportunities to expand its market reach through this plant.

The plant was inaugurated by John Fering, Group President, Food APAC, Cargill and Simon George, President Cargill India and Managing Director Food South Asia.

Commenting on the launch, Simon George said, “This Gwalior plant allows us to strengthen our manufacturing network in India to serve customers from North and West India more competitively while enhancing supply chain efficiencies that benefit the entire food ecosystem. By increasing our access to local manufacturing capabilities, we are reducing supply timelines, increasing cost-effectiveness, and ensuring a more stable supply of essential food solutions that food manufacturers need to meet evolving consumer preferences.”

Furthermore, “this step reflects our commitment to fostering industry growth by integrating our global expertise with India’s strong manufacturing capabilities, supporting the growth of Indian entrepreneurs, ultimately creating more value for customers and consumers alike”, he added.

This initiative reflects Cargill’s ongoing commitment to be a go-to partner for innovation and growth for its customers – from food manufacturing, foodservice to retail – supporting them with essential and high-quality food ingredients and solutions, and thereby contribute to India’s growing food and beverage industry. The initiative also aligns with the ‘Make in India’ vision, fostering long-term, sustainable growth for both businesses and consumers.

Johnson’s Baby Hosts ONEder Labs: Over 2000 Mums Experience Science Behind Babycare

*  Experiential showcase to understand science behind baby skin and importance of protecting a baby’s skin from Day 1

* Popular celebrity mums including Kajal Aggarwal, Milana Nagaraj, Gayathri Yuvraaj, Rithika Tamilselvi and Sridevi Ashok share their parenting experiences

Johnson’s Baby, a leading baby care brand hosted its mega event ONEder Labs, an interactive and experiential event that brought over 2000 (in-person & virtual) mums, experts and heads from communities from across India to experience science behind a baby’s skin and Johnson’s baby’s innovative formulations that help protect a baby’s skin from Day 1.

Held in Bangalore, the immersive event saw scores of mums experiencing decades of science and research led by Johnson’s Baby’s which is the cornerstone of its formulas, understanding what goes inside Johnson’s Baby products and its carefully chosen ingredients. Mums learnt in detail about different Johnson’s baby products, with no harmful chemicals, all products being dermatologist tested, 96% ingredients in formulations are of natural origin.

The ONEder Labs event brought this baby skin science to life with 15 demonstrations and interactive experiments as well as science behind Johnson’s superior range of mild products which have consistently set standards of gentle to support baby’s uniquely different and still developing skin. These innovations include its iconic No More Tears® formula, a cutting-edge technology which helps protect baby’s eyes from irritation or pH balanced cleansers with its unique JIM* formula, with bigger micelles that clean effectively without penetrating a baby’s skin, while maintaining the baby’s skin natural pH and natural moisture.

The event also saw an insightful open house with the experts, where mums engaged with in-house and external experts like Dr.Sagul Ramanuja Mugunthan, MBBS, MD (Paes), IDPCCM, PGPN (Boston), Consultant Paediatrician & Neonatologist and Dr. Shalini(MBBS MD) & Managing Director, Basaveshwar Children's Hospital. The experts shared best practices to protect a baby’s skin from Day 1, addressed common myths around baby skincare and skincare guidelines outlined by Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP).

Making the event more special, Kajal Aggarwal, a celebrated South Indian actress and mum joined the event engaging with fellow mums as she shared her parenting experience, skincare best practices she follows with her baby and why she has consistently chosen Johnson’s Baby to protect a baby’s delicate skin. Along with Kajal Aggarwal, popular celebrity mums like Milana Nagaraj, Rithika Tamilselvi and Gayathri Yuvraaj also joined the event.

The event culminated with mums experiencing Johnson’s baby Oneder Labs recognized as Oneder Experts who can now educate and empower other mums on the right baby care practices.

Samsung Announces Exciting Offers And Deals On Its AI-Powered TVs, Celebrating The Month Of Festivals With Awesome India

* Consumers can avail exciting offers on Samsung’s premium range of Neo QLED, OLED, and Crystal 4K UHD TVs, with up to 20% cashback, zero down payment, and Long tenure EMI up to 30 months

* Consumers purchasing any Samsung TV during this period can enjoy additional benefits, including a free TV worth up to Rs 2, 04, 990 or a free soundbar worth up to Rs 90,990 on select purchases.

* The Festive Campaign will run from March 5 to March 31, 2025, with exclusive deals available at Samsung.com and select retail stores across India

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has announced its exclusive Festive Campaign to celebrate Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Holi with incredible deals on its premium AI big-screen TVs, including Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, OLED, and Crystal 4K UHD TV models. Running from March 5 to March 31, 2025, this campaign presents consumers with unmatched offers to upgrade their home entertainment experience.

Elevating home entertainment to the next level, Samsung’s premium range of TVs offer AI-powered picture quality, immersive sound, and sleek designs. Consumers can also avail a free TV worth up to Rs 2,04,990 or a free soundbar worth up to Rs 90,990 on select purchases. To make these innovations more accessible, Samsung is offering up to 20% cashback, zero down payment, and easy EMI options starting at just INR 2990 for up to 30 months. Additionally, they can enjoy up to 45% off on Samsung Soundbars with the purchase of any Samsung TV, making it the perfect opportunity to upgrade to a cinematic viewing experience. These offers will be available on Samsung.com, leading online portals, and select Samsung retail outlets across India.

“At Samsung, we continuously strive to enhance the consumers viewing experience by offering cutting-edge technology combined with attractive deals, bringing best-in-class technology into their homes. Our premium AI-powered TVs redefine entertainment, offering unparalleled picture quality, immersive sound, and seamless connectivity. As we celebrate the month of festivals with Awesome India, we are excited to offer exclusive deals on Samsung’s range of AI-powered TVs. Through these exciting festive offers, we aim to make premium home entertainment more accessible, allowing consumers to elevate their viewing experience and celebrate with their loved ones in the most immersive way possible,” said Viplesh Dang, Senior Director, Visual Display Business, Samsung India.

Samsung’s latest festive offers, running in the month of March, are designed to make AI-powered home entertainment more accessible. The premium TV range ensures consumers enjoy immersive visuals with advanced AI upscaling, lifelike color accuracy, and superior sound quality. Samsung TVs, equipped with Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony, deliver multidimensional audio, making every scene more captivating. Moreover, with Samsung Knox security, users can enjoy a secure and seamless smart TV experience. Powered by AI and Quantum Matrix Technology, these TVs deliver superior contrast, clarity, and brightness, transforming any living room into a home theatre.

Samsung’s festive campaign underscores its commitment to innovation and consumer delight, offering the perfect blend of technology, design, and value. The offers are available on 55” & above TV sizes across the Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, OLED TV and Crystal 4K UHD TV range.

Samsung TV Models:

Neo QLED 8K

Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K range features the NQ8 AI Gen2 Processor, enabling a transformative AI-powered viewing experience. With 256 AI neural networks, this processor optimizes picture and sound quality, delivering an unparalleled 8K experience, whether streaming, gaming, or watching live sports. Motion Xcelerator Turbo Pro ensures consistently crisp visuals and ultra-fast speeds for a smooth gaming experience.

Neo QLED 4K

Samsung’s Neo QLED 4K lineup, powered by the NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor, enhances any content to stunning 4K resolution. Quantum Matrix Technology ensures impeccable contrast, while the world’s first Pantone Validated display guarantees true-to-life color accuracy. With Dolby Atmos integration, the Neo QLED 4K range provides an immersive cinematic experience.

QLED TV

Samsung’s QLED TVs utilize Quantum Dot technology to deliver 100% color volume, ensuring vibrant visuals at any brightness level. Designed to blend seamlessly into any home, these ultra-slim TVs offer a perfect combination of style and performance.

OLED TV

Samsung’s glare-free OLED TV eliminates unwanted reflections while preserving deep blacks and crisp images in all lighting conditions. Featuring the NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor, Real Depth Enhancer, and OLED HDR Pro, these TVs redefine picture quality. With Motion Xcelerator 144Hz, Samsung OLED TVs offer ultra-smooth visuals, making them the ultimate choice for gaming enthusiasts.

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Mr. Takashi Nakajima To Be Appointed As HCIL’s New President & CEO With Effect From 1st April 2025

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has appointed Mr Takashi Nakajima as the new President & CEO of Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) and he will take charge from April 1, 2025, consequent to the management changes announced annually by Honda Motor Co. Ltd.

Mr Takashi Nakajima will take over from Mr. Takuya Tsumura, who moves to Japan at Honda head office after completing his India tenure.

During his successful 3-year tenure in India, Mr. Takuya Tsumura was instrumental in fortifying the premium brand positioning of Honda in India, strengthening customer centric solutions, and driving company’s profitable growth. He spearheaded the introduction of several premium models in India including India’s first mainstream hybrid model Honda City e:HEV, Honda’s new global SUV Elevate, All New 3rd Generation Amaze and laying the foundation for launch of future models including Honda’s first Battery Electric Vehicle for India. During his tenure, HCIL saw strong expansion in its export business with start of export of Made in India Elevate to Japan. Mr. Tsumura’s strong focus on new age communication led to many integrated marketing campaigns targeting consumers across age profiles. In his role, he emphasized on achieving operational efficiencies at company and dealership level and led several initiatives in the field of sales and service to enhance customer experience and dealer profitability.

Mr. Takashi Nakajima joined Honda in 1994 and has been associated with Honda Motor Co. Ltd. for more than 30 years. He has gained vast experience having worked in various positions of responsibility in several international markets like Japan, China, Spain, Czech Republic and Russia in the areas of Business Planning, Product Planning, Marketing and Sales Promotion. He has been serving as President of Honda Motor Russia since 2021. During his latest assignment, he was also in-charge of Product Planning, Marketing and Corporate Communication for Honda’s automobile business in domestic Japan Market.

AIGF, FIFS, And EGF Jointly Adopt The ‘Code Of Ethics’ To Promote Responsible Gaming Practices And User Safety

~ The Code of Ethics will apply to all online gaming operators who are members of the three federations and offer skill-based real-money gaming services in India~

~The Federations will conduct annual audits led by an independent third party to assess adherence to established regulations and guidelines~

~The Code of Ethics will be reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with industry and global best practices~

In a significant step towards promoting safe and responsible gaming, the All India Gaming Federation (AIGF), the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS), and the E-Gaming Federation (EGF), today jointly signed a ‘Code of Ethics’ (CoE). The CoE is aimed at enforcing consistent standards of user safety across the industry through the implementation of responsible gaming and advertising policies and mandates annual third-party audits and comprehensive reporting mechanisms to ensure accountability and transparency.

The CoE has been created based on global best practices and lays down a strong framework for responsible gaming such as age-gating, adopting stringent KYC and enabling user-set spending limits & self-exclusion.  It will apply to all online gaming operators who are members of the federations and offer skill-based real-money gaming services in India and safeguard the interests of over 50 crore Indian gamers.

Gaming operators with an annual revenue of INR 100 crores or more will have to implement the Code within six months from the date of signing, while those with annual revenues below INR 100 crores will have nine months to comply. Upon successful adoption, federations will issue a certification valid for one year which shall be renewable annually upon completion of a third-party independent audit. The Code will be reviewed annually to assess its effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Key Principles of the Code of Ethics:

*  Responsible Gaming Practices: Age gating, no operations in restricted states, and robust KYC mechanisms.

*  Player Protection: Safeguarding data, appropriate management of player funds.

*  Fair Gaming Practices: Ensuring integrity and fairness in gameplay.

*  Transparency: Providing clear and accurate information to players.

*  Informed Decision-Making: Enabling players to make well-informed decisions with options to self-exclude and set limits

*  Support for Vulnerable Players: Tools and resources for identifying and assisting at-risk players.

*  Responsible Advertising: Ethical advertising and promotions.

Roland Landers, CEO, All India Gaming Federation said, “As the largest and oldest industry association, we at AIGF believe that a thriving gaming industry must be built on the pillars of responsibility, transparency, innovation, and player protection. This Code of Ethics reinforces our commitment to fair play, compliance with Indian laws, and fostering a secure and responsible gaming environment. Through collaboration with other industry federations, we are setting new benchmarks for ethical gaming, strengthening the credibility of India’s online gaming sector, and building a sustainable, globally competitive ecosystem.”

Commenting on this initiative, Neil Castelino, Director General, FIFS said, "This joint code marks a significant step forward in our commitment to fostering a safe, fair, and responsible gaming environment in the country. By working together as an industry, we are setting a unified standard that prioritizes player well-being, integrity, and accountability across the industry. This we believe will be pivotal in ensuring a safe environment for the 24 crore FS users in the country."

Anuraag Saxena, CEO of EGF said, “National interest, consumer interest, and the industry’s interest have all suffered too long. Unethical gambling operators have been parasitically harming the nation, its exchequer, and its people. I’m delighted that the industry is collaborating on the joint code-of-ethics today. The adoption of these standards reinforces our commitment to accountability through third-party audits, responsible gaming policies, and ethical business practices. Sunlight is the best disinfectant, and the industry taking due cognizance of this is a great step ahead for gaming in India.”

The signing of the CoE follows a joint MoU signed by the three federations with ASCI to address the growing concern over illegal betting and gambling advertisements by offshore entities and highlights the proactive steps that the industry is taking to ensure user safety.