Air India Relaunches Non-Stop Flight Service Between Delhi And Copenhagen

Spreading wings to further expand its global reach, Air India, India’s flagship airline and a Star Alliance member, resumed its non-stop service on the Delhi-Copenhagen-Delhi sector from 1st March, 2023.

Air India Flight AI157 now operates on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays from Delhi, taking off at 1330 Hrs and arriving in Copenhagen at 1750 Hrs (local time). The CPH-DEL flight AI158 will depart at 1950 Hrs (local time) and arrive in Delhi at 0740 Hrs, next day (local time). The flight will be operated by Air India's state-of-the-art Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring a two-class cabin configuration, comprising 18 Business Class and 236 Economy Class seats. With this service, Air India’s India-Europe frequency has increased to 79 non-stop flights per week.

Recommencing after a hiatus of almost three years, since global flight operations were restricted due to the outbreak of the pandemic, this service will further strengthen Air India’s foothold in Europe, after the recently resumed flights to Vienna and Milan. Passengers can now conveniently fly non-stop to Copenhagen, a popular tourism and business centre and an educational hub of Europe. It is one of the most alluring Scandinavian destinations, known for its scenic beauty, architecture, and cultural history.

This service will provide Indian travellers with convenient access to not only Copenhagen but also to several popular destinations around Copenhagen, including Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland Besides catering to the demand of the corporate travellers, the student community and the Indian diaspora in general will benefit from this service. 

Mr Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial and Transformation Officer, Air India, said, “A key element of Air India’s Vihaan.AI transformation is considerably improving connectivity between India's major cities and major global destinations. Resuming this non-stop service from Delhi to Copenhagen, following the relaunch of the flights between Delhi and Vienna, affirms our commitment to develop a major international hub in India’s capital.”

Earlier, at a simple ceremony to mark the resumption of the flight, Mr Rajesh Dogra, Chief Customer Experience & Global Head, Ground Handling, Air India, lit the ceremonial lamp and cut the ribbon at IGI Airport, Delhi, on March 1, 2023, along with senior officials from GMR and AISATS. A specially curated menu was also offered to guests on this flight which went full.

AI 157 was accorded a warm welcome at the Copenhagen airport with dignitaries from the Indian Embassy passengers and local trade partners and Corporates gracing the occasion organised at the airport to commemorate the event.  The return flight AI 158 landed back at Delhi this morning with 242 passengers.

For more information and to book tickets,  visit www.airindia.in.

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 an extensive domestic network and has spread its wings beyond to become a major international airline with a network across USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Far-East, South-East Asia, Australia and the Gulf. Air India is a member of Star Alliance, the largest global airline consortium. After 69 years as a Government-owned enterprise, Air India and Air India Express were welcomed back into the Tata group in January 2022. The present management at Air India is driving the five year transformation roadmap under the aegis of Vihaan.AI to establish itself as a world-class global airline with an Indian heart.

Vihaan.AI is Air India’s transformational roadmap over five years with clear milestones.  It will be focussing on dramatically growing both its network and fleet, developing a completely revamped customer proposition, improving reliability and on-time performance. The airline will also be taking a leadership position in technology, sustainability, and innovation, while aggressively investing in the best industry talent. Vihaan.AI is aimed at putting Air India on a path to sustained growth, profitability and market leadership.

About the Tata Group:

Founded by Jamsetji Tata in 1868, the Tata group is a global enterprise, headquartered in India, comprising 30 companies across ten verticals. The group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with a mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long-term stakeholder value creation based on Leadership with Trust’.

Tata Sons is the principal investment holding company and promoter of Tata companies. Sixty-six percent of the equity share capital of Tata Sons is held by philanthropic trusts, which support education, health, livelihood generation, and art and culture. In 2020-21, the revenue of Tata companies, taken together, was $103 billion (INR 7.7 trillion). These companies collectively employ over 800,000 people. Each Tata company or enterprise operates independently under the guidance and supervision of its own board of directors. There are 29 publicly-listed Tata enterprises with a combined market capitalisation of $314 billion (INR 23.4 trillion) as on December 31, 2021. Companies include Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Tata Chemicals, Tata Consumer Products, Titan, Tata Capital, Tata Power, Tata Communications, Indian Hotels, Tata Digital and Tata Electronics.

Happiest Health To Host Future Of Medicine Summit On March 9, 2023 In Bangalore

Health and wellness knowledge enterprise, by Ashok Soota, Chairman, of Happiest Health, is excited to announce our flagship summit, Future Of Medicine, on the 9th of March 2023 in Bangalore. The futuristic summit will focus on discussing innovative technologies that are transforming the future of medicine. The venue is Taj M.G. Road, Bangalore.

The Summit offers insights from research experts and thought leaders on four fundamental pillars shaping the Future of Medicine:

Gut Microbiome

Prof Arjan Narbad, Group Leader at Quadram Institute Bioscience , Norwich, UK. Human Gut Microbiome As A Source Of Novel Medicines.

Dr Yogesh Shouche, Professor, School of Arts & Sciences, Azim Premji University, Bangalore. Human Microbiome: A Global Snapshot Of Variation In Health And Disease.

Technology & Bioinformatics

Dr Paul Salins, MD, Narayana Hrudayalaya Multispecialty Hospital & Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation. How Technology And AI Are Shaping The Future Of Medicine

Stem Cell Research

Dr Jyoti Nangalia, Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, UK. Understanding Ageing In Blood.

Genetics

Prof Sanjeev Jain, Principal Investigator, SKAN projects@ NIMHANS. Next-Gen Sequencing To Next-Gen Psychiatry: Molecular Biology From The Bedside & Bench

Additionally, there will also be a fireside chat and a panel discussion on the usage of AI and medical devices for Smart Healthcare. With around 250 expected attendees and a vast audience reach, the event will serve as a platform for industry professionals to communicate and network around the latest trends in healthcare, allowing for the exchange of ideas and thoughts that will define the medical landscape in the years ahead.

About Happiest Health

Happiest Health is a global health & wellness knowledge enterprise promoted by Ashok Soota. Happiest Health provides credible and trustworthy health and wellness knowledge with views from globally renowned experts and doctors. The primary knowledge platforms are the daily newsletter, knowledge website, and newly launched monthly print magazine, and knowledge app.

Happiest Health embraces scientific knowledge with a keen focus on medical breakthroughs providing kinder, gentler therapies including cell-based treatments. It also has deep coverage of integrated medicine including Ayurveda, homeopathy and naturopathy. Happiest Health’s focus on wellness is holistic and energizing. They live by their Mission Statement: “Better Knowledge. Better Health.” and convey its benefits to all.

ExxonMobil’s Next Gen Mobil 1TM Engine Oil Delivers Championship Winning Performance

* As the world’s leading synthetic engine oil, Mobil 1 is the formulation of choice for top racing teams including Oracle Red Bull Racing.

* Inspired by Formula One, the new Mobil 1™ Triple Action Power+ engine oil will help car owners unlock the power in their vehicles.

ExxonMobil unveils today the ultimate full synthetic engine oil, Mobil 1™ Triple Action Power+, specially formulated to help car owners unlock the power in their vehicles by delivering outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness, with the added benefit of fuel economy.

“We put our Mobil 1 engine oils to the test in the lab, on the road, and on the tracks replicating some of the toughest, most extreme, and real-life conditions anywhere in the world”, said Vipin Rana, CEO, ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt Ltd.

“Formula One is the ultimate test ground for Mobil 1 engine oils, which help reduce friction and wear in all moving parts of the race cars.  For Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez, this means more confidence in their car, extra power in their hands, and more opportunities to reach the podium. Inspired by Formula One, we are rolling-out a new range of Mobil 1 engine oils specially formulated to help car owners unlock the power in their vehicles”, he further added.

”Mobil 1 has been an iconic brand in Formula One for more than 30 years, and our partnership provides us with a unique opportunity to tap into ExxonMobil’s world-class expertise,” said Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing.

“Our world championship win is the effort of hundreds of dedicated professionals operating at the highest level and the team’s ability to continually refine the performance of the race car,” he added.

Mobil 1 Triple Action Power+ is now available at reputable automotive retailers and workshops.

About Mobil 1™ in Motorsports

Racing provides the Mobil 1TM brand the ultimate testing ground to improve the technology in our range of oils and lubricants. Through each race season, our advanced products go to work in race cars to help improve their performance and efficiency. Mobil 1TM engine oils serve as the lubricant of choice for many of the world's top race teams who compete in the most demanding and popular motorsports series in the world. The knowledge we gain through these partnerships is integral to how our scientists and engineers develop technologies and constantly push the boundaries. For more information, visit: www.mobil1racing.com.

About ExxonMobil in India

ExxonMobil’s downstream business engages in the distribution, sales and marketing of Mobil branded lubricants and specialties. The chemicals business provides market development support, analytical and reporting services. It also conducts chemical product application support services and product testing support at its technology center in Bengaluru. The upstream business provides consulting and LNG market development support services for other ExxonMobil upstream affiliates. The Global Business Center/Technical Center provides a range of support services for ExxonMobil’s operations around the globe. ExxonMobil contributes to a wide range of programs in India that support education, health and the community.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Hands Over Community Health Centre (Bidadi) To Ramanagara District Health Department

* Community Health Centre being set-up with an investment of INR 13.3 crores, situated on the Bangalore-Mysore highway to support more than 120,000 beneficiaries

This facility is equipped with an exclusive Oxygen Generating Plant and an Emergency Ward

In line with its commitment to support the growing healthcare needs of the local communities, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today handed over the state-of-the-art Community Health Centre (CHC), to Ramanagara district health department - Government of Karnataka, located at Bidadi (near Bangalore, Karnataka). This newly constructed CHC was inaugurated by Dr. C. N. Ashwath Narayan, Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education & IT/BT and Ramanagara district in-charge – Government of Karnataka, Dr. K Sudhakar, Hon’ble Minister of Medical Education & Health - Government of Karnataka, and Mr. A. Manjunath, Hon’ble MLA of Magadi constituency – Government of Karnataka. The event also witnessed the presence of senior executives from TKM, Mr. Raju B. Ketkale, Executive Vice President and Mr. Sudeep. S. Dalvi, Senior Vice President & Chief Communication Officer.

The CHCs plays an integral role in the overall healthcare infrastructure of a nation. Needless to mention, it is essential to provide quality healthcare facilities which are not only affordable but are also accessible to citizens across geographies.

The Community Health Centre, built by TKM, is spread across 15,000 square feet with one building block including ground and first floor facilities that shall cater to more than 120,000 patients. With a cumulative investment of INR 13.3 crores, this facility also includes an exclusive oxygen plant set-up for the benefit of the patients, thereby enhancing the modern facilities needed for emergency medical treatments. The CHC unit also has an Outpatient Department (OPD)s for Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Dental, Anaesthetist, Emergency Ward (male and female wards), amongst other facilities.

TKM places sustainability at the forefront of all its initiatives and the newly built CHC has been designed and developed keeping in mind energy efficiency, water conservation and longevity. The building is in the process of getting a Green Building certification and is also the first CHC project that TKM has invested in, with a vision to provide modern health facilities, to combat any health emergencies.

Commenting on this development in the region, Dr. C. N. Ashwath Narayan, Hon’ble Minister for Higher Education & IT/BT and Ramanagara district in-charge, Government of Karnataka, said, “Access to healthcare facility is the basic right of every citizen and Community Health Centres are of extreme importance when we want to reach out to every citizen in the state. The Government of Karnataka has always given Healthcare and necessary infrastructure paramount importance and it gives me immense pleasure today to be here at the inauguration of the Community Health Centre in Bidadi, through which we can support 120,000 citizens access quality healthcare facilities. Toyota’s support in developing this Centre is commendable and we are confident this will go a long way in serving the community, at the grassroot level.”

Marking the inauguration of CHC, Dr. K. Sudhakar, Hon’ble Minister of Medical Education and Health, Government of Karnataka, commented “Providing access to affordable and quality healthcare facilities has been a constant endeavour by the Government of Karnataka. We believe everyone is entitled to a healthy lifestyle, detection and prevention of diseases and illness. All of this leads to a healthy community, ecosystem and environment, which we strive to maintain at all times. We are happy to collaborate with Toyota Kirloskar Motor for developing this Community Health Centre and hope to have more such collaborations.”  

Commenting on this occasion, Mr. A Manjunath, Hon’ble MLA - Magadi Constituency, Government of Karnataka, stated "This new facility is a testament to our shared commitment with Toyota Kirloskar Motor in providing quality healthcare services to all. We are happy that the people of Bidadi and nearby areas will be able to access the brand-new Community Health Centre which will provide a variety of medical facilities and help in addressing the needs of people across age groups in the community. "

Speaking during the handover of CHC, Mr. Raju B Ketkale, Executive Vice President of Toyota Kirloskar Motors said, "We are proud to be part of this initiative, which aims to provide quality healthcare services to the local community. The new CHC in Bidadi is an important addition to the local healthcare infrastructure and is expected to benefit over 1.2 lakh people. We believe that healthcare is a basic human right and are committed to supporting initiatives that promote better health outcomes."

TKM continues to contribute positively to the local communities where it operates in. The company has undertaken several community development projects aimed at improving the lives of people. The handing over of the new CHC is a significant milestone in the company's journey towards creating a healthy community and for the betterment of the larger society. With sustained contributions to the society, so far TKM has touched 2 million community lives. In this direction, TKM remains committed to enhance its social reach to make meaningful differences towards creating an ever better & happier society through various significant interventions.

Infosys Collaborates With Motherhood Hospitals To Foster Learning In Healthcare Through Infosys Springboard

* This first-of-its-kind collaboration will democratize education in healthcare for school students, graduates, and lifelong learners.

Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced that it has signed an MoU with Motherhood Hospitals, a specialty hospital chain providing women and child-care, to digitally upskill learners in the healthcare sector through Infosys Springboard. This first-of-its-kind collaboration will democratize healthcare education for school students, graduates, and lifelong learners, giving them access to masterclasses in health-related topics.

Furthermore, Infosys Springboard will empower learners to develop a deep understanding of the healthcare industry through free interactive sessions with healthcare experts. Additionally, masterclasses on health-related themes will be held for learners registered on Infosys Springboard. The initiative will aim to educate them while opening new avenues for people looking to pursue careers in the sector. This collaboration will also enable nurses, customer care executives and the administrative staff at companies under Motherhood Hospitals to benefit from a comprehensive learning and development program.

Congruent with its ESG Vision 2030, Infosys aims to enable digital skills at scale and empower over 10 million people in India by 2025 through the Infosys Springboard program. Infosys Springboard continues to expand its reach to learners by growing its thriving community to more than 5 million registered users in India, since its launch.

Shedding light on the idea behind this initiative, Thirumala Arohi, Senior Vice President and Head – Education, Training and Assessment, Infosys, said, “Infosys’ collaboration with Motherhood Hospitals strengthens its long-established commitment towards democratizing knowledge and learning for lifelong learners. The success of the Infosys Springboard program has been elevated with this collaboration, which offers young, ardent learners the opportunity to scale up their knowledge of healthcare, harness career opportunities and monetize their passion for this rapidly growing industry.”

Mr. Vijayarathna Venkatraman, CEO, Motherhood Hospitals, said,  “Our association with Infosys Springboard strengthens our commitment towards continuous learning and growth of talent within the Motherhood Hospitals network. We are certain, that through this strategic collaboration, we can enhance their knowledge and equip them with skills to make better impact in the healthcare service industry.”

About Infosys

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, in more than 50 countries, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by the cloud. We enable them with an AI-powered core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace.

Visit www.infosys.com to see how Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY) can help your enterprise navigate your next.

Celebrating Curiosity And Creativity – Welcome To Groww Presents The Under 25 Summit 2023!

After truly being missed for two years, the World’s Leading Youth Festival is back! Groww presents the Under 25 Summit 2023 will be taking place on the 4th and 5th of March 2023 in Embassy International Riding School, Bangalore.

“The Under 25 Summit 2023 is a collection of experiences that range from intimate 30 people camps to communal 300-people domes to 3000-people stages that enable attendees to have their own unique festival experience. Built in the setting of a parallel universe, with thematic worlds and experiential spaces, we are creating experiences that prioritizes self discovery, engaging with the external and activating all human senses,” says Anto Philip, the Co- Founder of Under 25. These tap into the interest areas of students - fashion, finance, fitness, content creation, pop culture, language and travel.

With many industry experts, namely Abhinav Bindra, Armaan Malik, Prajakta Koli, MC Stan, Faye D’Souza, Prateek Kuhad, Masoom Minawala and hundreds more, the festival is looking to provide students from more than 2000 campuses across the country with a platform to discover more!

“Over the last decade of building the Under 25 Summit, we’ve constantly heard our Explorers say stuff like “We love the Energy!” and “Such a fantastic vibe!” - everyone seemed to appreciate this intangible and almost unexplainable feeling they had when they were there.” says Shreyans Jain, the cofounder of Under 25.

The Brand Partners who have come on board include Groww as the Title Sponsor, Duolingo, Bumble, Virgio and Budweiser Beats as associate partners and Brands such as Netflix, Coke, Fello, Freakins, Mochi and more coming onboard to empower and enable the youth!

Come experience the biggest intersection of community and culture for this generation at the Under 25 Summit.

Liferay To Double Workforce In India; Aims To Hire More Than 200 Employees In Next 2 Years

~The US-headquartered DXP provider opens new office in Bengaluru as a part of its commitment~

~Outlines internship program to nurture and hire engineering and management talent from across India~

Liferay, the US-headquartered leading cloud-powered Digital User Experience Platform (DXP) provider today announced that it intends to double its headcount in India and onboard more than 200 engineers and management candidates in the next 24 months. As a part of its commitment, Liferay has also opened a new office in Bengaluru, which will pave the way for its rapid expansion.

With a strong foothold in 19 countries across, EMEA, APAC, and the Americas, the global technology company aims to attract the best talent in India and expand its local presence. In the next two years, Liferay’s Bengaluru office will hire experienced and entry-level engineering and management graduates for various roles focusing on cloud technologies, product development, operations, marketing, and sales.

As a part of the new hiring plan, Liferay has created an internship program that will nurture and train engineering and management candidates from top institutes across India. Upon successful completion of the programme, the interns will be offered full-time employment opportunities at Liferay.

Liferay’s hiring spree can be attributed to the company’s aim of tapping into the $710.0 billion market opportunity in the country. Globally, the DXP market is growing rapidly and is expected to reach $13.9 billion by 2024. While the COVID-19 pandemic gave a significant boost to the industry by accelerating digital transformation initiatives, the recent focus of Indian Government of Digital India along with the demand for personalization from customers for integrated, customized, and streamlined experience and engagement across various digital touchpoints are major drivers for the increased adoption of DXP.

Brian Chan, Founder & Chief Software Architect, Liferay said “The Prime Minister emphasizing on Digital India and the need for a robust digital ecosystem, has offered a dramatic boom to the country’s DXP market. This, coupled with the highly skilled tech talent of the country positions India as a sweet spot for us. As an innovative technology service provider, we are happy to cater to the unique needs of thousands of emerging digital businesses across industries. We are confident that our new office in India will help us unlock several employment opportunities and give us a great momentum as we expand product offerings while continuing to offer exceptional service to clients.”

Headquartered in the US, Liferay has more than 1200 employees across the globe, including India. Founded in 2000, Liferay offers businesses across B2B, B2C, and B2E with flexible, scalable, accessible, and secured tailored accelerator solutions including customer portals, intranets, and supply-chain solutions that helps manage personalized user experience.

The company has been working with over a thousand organizations across sectors including financial services, insurance, manufacturing, healthcare, and government bodies while supporting them with their businesses' unique needs. Some of the key associated clients include AirBus, Honda, Federal Bank, Bosch, NASA, Volkswagen Vodafone, Saint Gobain, India First Life insurance, Sahaj, Carrefour, and BSES amongst others.

About Liferay

Founded in 2000 and headquartered in California, United States; Liferay is a one-stop DXP platform that offers a suite of solutions geared toward solving highly complex digital challenges faced by organizations falling under the B2B, B2C, and B2E categories. Liferay Inc. was formed by software engineers with the aim to build a for-profit tech company that could be a vehicle for good. With a simple goal in mind - to create useful technology that benefited customers, partners, and employees, and to build an organization that helped others reach their full potential, the team’s dedication has taken the company from hosting company meetings on church picnic tables to opening offices across the globe in 19 countries, including Los Angeles (Global HQ), Raleigh, Brazil, Germany, Spain, Portugal, UK, Ireland, Italy, Hungary, France, Belgium, Netherland, Luxembourg, Australia, China, Japan, Singapore, and India. Liferay has clients across domestic and global markets and serves 1200+ well-established businesses.