31, May 2024
Raj Comics Brings Super Commando Dhruva & Doga’ to Life with The Alliance: Project Metamorphosis
New Delhi, 31st May 2024: – Raj Comics, the venerated publishing house that has long been synonymous with Indian comic book superheroes, announces the launch of the live-action short film series, “The Alliance: Project Metamorphosis Chapter 1.” Scheduled for release on May 31, 2024, this ambitious project reintroduces beloved characters such as Super Commando Dhruva and Doga, reigniting the enchantment of Indian comics for a new generation. The inaugural installment of the film will be available on the ‘Raj Comics By Sanjay Gupta’ YouTube channel, bringing the excitement directly to fans’ screens.
In the 1990s, Raj Comics captured the imaginations of millions with its diverse roster of superheroes, featuring the indomitable Nagraj, the courageous and resourceful Super Commando Dhruva, the fierce vigilante Doga, and countless others. These characters became household names, inspiring readers with their gripping adventures and unwavering spirit.
At the helm of Raj Comics stands Sanjay Gupta, a visionary dedicated to breathing life into these iconic characters. With steadfast determination and a mission to amplify the legacy of Indian superheroes, Gupta has surmounted numerous obstacles to transform this dream into reality. Despite facing constraints in resources for this self-production project, his fervent storytelling passion and commitment to Raj Comics’ heritage have propelled this project forward. Directed by the talented Wickki Koul and scripted by Saurabh Sharma and Wickki Koul, the film is elevated by Brijesh Birua’s captivating cinematography, while Vasu Gupta, the executive producer, has overseen the seamless execution of this ambitious endeavor. With a stellar cast led by Shubham Matta as Super Commando Dhruva and Kshitij Sharma as Blake, alongside Kushagra Nautiyal, Cherry Sin, and Vashu Jain in mystery roles, the film is poised to captivate audiences and inspire a new generation of fans.
“The Alliance: Project Metamorphosis Chapter 1” heralds a significant milestone in the resurgence of Indian comics. This live-action short film series underscores the enduring allure of Raj Comics’ characters and their relevance in today’s entertainment landscape. The film pledges to deliver a captivating narrative and breathtaking action sequences, breathing life into the heroes who dominate the fantasies of fans worldwide.
This film marks only the inception of a new era. The fervent reception to the trailer and the fervent anticipation for the movie’s premiere indicates that Indian superheroes are poised to make a resounding statement. With Sanjay Gupta and Vasu Gupta at the helm, Raj Comics is primed to once again captivate audiences’ hearts and inspire a new generation of aficionados. Do not miss the release on May 31, 2024, on the ‘Raj Comics By Sanjay Gupta’ YouTube channel.
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31, May 2024
Cashfree Payments Appoints Harsh Gupta as the Chief Revenue Officer
Bengaluru, 31st May 2024 : Cashfree Payments, India’s leading payments and API banking solutions company, announced the appointment of Harsh Gupta as its Chief Revenue Officer. In his new role, Harsh will spearhead the company’s growth initiatives along with expanding market presence in India. Harsh will lead the company’s go-to-market strategy across sales, revenue operations, and more, as Cashfree Payments enters its next stage of growth. He will be responsible for building and scaling strategic partnerships too.
Commenting on the appointment, Akash Sinha, Co-Founder & CEO, Cashfree Payments said, “I am excited to welcome Harsh. His wealth of experience and record of guiding companies through dynamic growth stages will be of great value to Cashfree Payments’ ambitious plans going forward.”
With over 15 years of experience, Harsh has a remarkable track record of scaling high growth businesses, driving product innovation and establishing strong strategic partnerships. An IIM-Lucknow post-graduate, Harsh’s strategic acumen has consistently resulted in improved operational efficiencies and enhanced market competitiveness for the organisations he has been part of. He has previously worked with leading digital payments firms, Ernst & Young, WNS Global Services, among others.
Harsh Gupta commented, “I am thrilled to be part of Cashfree Payments as it boldly progresses towards the next stage of growth and transformation. I look forward to helping shape the next phase of our journey, ensuring we meet our long-term goals.”
Arun Tikoo, the current Chief Business Officer and a seasoned executive at Cashfree Payments, will transition into a bigger strategic role, where he will spearhead international expansion of the company’s business across new markets by aligning it with the larger goal of servicing 10+ emerging geographies in next 3 years.
These appointments come at a pivotal moment for Cashfree Payments, which has made several strategic hires over the past year to support its growth ambitions and market expansion plans.
Cashfree Payments is a leading RBI licensed payment aggregator and a payment service provider in India processing transactions worth USD 80+ billion annually and is a trusted choice for over 6,00,000 businesses for digital payment solutions. Since receiving the PA license in December 2023, the company has onboarded thousands of large, medium and small scale merchants helping them seamlessly transact and grow. The company has been at the forefront of redefining the way businesses approach digital payments, verification and payouts through its wide range of tech-first offerings. Over the last few months it has introduced industry-first products like FlowWise, KYC Link, Risk Shield and more. Outside of India, Cashfree Payments is expanding its presence in the UAE region through its acquired partner, Telr.
30, May 2024
Eaton’s Mobile Tech Day Showcases Cutting-Edge Solutions in Bangalore and other cities across Karnataka
Bangalore, INDIA – Intelligent power management company Eaton showcased its Mobile Tech Day 2024 in Karnataka earlier this month. The roadshow aimed to exhibit Eaton’s state-of-the-art solutions in electrical, mobility, and aerospace technologies that are set to revolutionize industries. The 40-foot advanced trailer traveled the length and breadth of India, connecting Eaton’s industry experts with customers face-to-face. The trailer was stationed across Hosur, Bangalore, and Hospet in Karnataka.
This exciting journey began in April 2023, with a grand flag-off ceremony in Haryana. This unique initiative has already made its mark—covering 13 states and extending its reach to over 77 cities.
Commenting on Eaton’s portfolio of Electrical solutions, Syed Sajjadh Ali, Managing Director, Electrical Sector, India, Eaton, said, “At Eaton, we recognize the enormous potential that India holds and are eager to explore opportunities to collaborate in the country’s infrastructure and commercial growth. As a leader in electrical products, systems, and services for power quality, distribution, control, and wiring, our electrical business offers technology-driven solutions that address the critical needs of diverse markets such as industrial, utility, commercial, residential, and information technology. This Mobile Tech Day campaign brings an exciting opportunity for Eaton to showcase our industry-leading technology solutions and product offerings to customers and end-users in the region.”
Commenting on Eaton‘s Mobility portfolio, Shailendra Shukla, Managing Director, Mobility Group, India, Eaton, said, “Eaton’s power management & eMobility solutions position us as an ideal partner for leading players and vehicle OEMs in India’s focused segments, enabling their growth and success. We are also the preferred choice for the aftermarket space, and we partner closely with our distributors, resellers, and users for our aftermarket products and solutions. Eaton‘s portfolio includes innovative products and alternative fuel solutions aimed at minimizing carbon footprint and creating a sustainable future. We take pride in the fact that we engineer to meet the specific needs of each segment with industry best practices. By doing so, we help our customers manage power more safely, reliably, and efficiently. Our eMobility business provides a robust portfolio of solutions by combining elements from our Mobility and Electrical businesses.”
The Tech Day highlighted Eaton’s innovative products spanning business sectors – Electrical, Mobility, and Aerospace. Within the exhibit, Eaton’s electrical division boasted diverse solutions tailored to meet individual customer needs. The electrical solutions included a comprehensive suite of medium voltage switchgear solutions. The products from Eaton’s electrical business, caters to a wide range of applications, offering both standardized and customized options to meet specific customer needs. The key solutions featured include medium voltage switchgear: Xiria, RVAC, Low voltage switchgear: ACB, MCB, MCCB, RCD, Fusegear: Bussmann range of HV/LV/EV fuses, Power Quality: 9PX and DXRT (1-ph online UPS), 93PR (3-ph UPS), EV Chargers: 22kW AC charger, and Software Solutions: Brightlayer.
In the mobility technology space, Eaton showcased Clutch Assemblies, Transmission: 9-speed and 4-speed (compatible with EVs), Traction control: MLD NoSpin Differential, and Air management: engine valves and valve actuation.
In Eaton’s aerospace solutions, the highlighted are complete aircraft electrical power solutions: circular and rectangular connectors, back-shells, signal and power contacts, fiber optic solutions, cable assemblies and conduits, power conversion, and hold down and release actuators.
30, May 2024
Manipal Academy of Higher Education Bengaluru to Host First Edition of Monsoon School
Bengaluru, 30th May 2024: The First Edition of the Monsoon School is a 6-day design hack lab to respond to challenges in environment, climate change, nature-culture relations and design, and will be held from 24th to 29th June 2024, in Manipal, Karnataka. The Monsoon School is organized by Dr. Deepta Sateesh, holder of the Dr. TMA Pai Endowment Chair in “Adaptive Ecologies and Climate Extremes – Decolonising the Anthropocene”, and is in collaboration with the Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, Centre for DWEEPA, and Centre for SADBHAVA, MAHE, Manipal.
This design lab will focus on the regions between the Southwestern Ghats and Coastal Karnataka, an ecologically sensitive place, home to human, and nonhuman beings, and unique natural features and climate. This region is also undergoing urbanization and maldevelopment at a rapid pace. The region is impacted by the Southwest Monsoon that brings rain and water to the Southern Peninsula of India and the Subcontinent that ideally suits a study of the monsoon.
We welcome participants who are ecologists, architects, urban designers & planners, tech-savvy enthusiasts and counter-mappers, journalists, environment enthusiasts, conservationists, artists, craftspeople, designers, folk artists, archivists, geographers, geologists, archaeologists, trekkers, anthropologists, and such, as well as students or nature enthusiasts with a demonstrable affinity for visualization, mapping, storytelling, performing arts, environment, and place-based research.
Themes that the Monsoon School will cover include development and conservation, communities and livelihoods, climate change and adaptation, and traditional knowledge and local cultural practices of the region. Eligibility and selection are not age- or experience-based, but determined by diversity of backgrounds and know-how, and motivation.
Registration closes on Monday, 3rd June 2024. Limited seats are available. The Monsoon School will require a 6-day commitment from participants. There are no registration fees.
30, May 2024
Mattress giants Sleepwell & Kurlon Adopt Unicommerce
30 May 2024, Mumbai: Mattress titans Sleepwell and Kurlon sign up Unicommerce, one of India’s leading ecommerce enablement SaaS platforms, to power their e-commerce operations. The sign-up highlights the growing importance of online shopping for sleep category products like mattresses, bedding, pillows & cushions etc. In line with this, both Sleepwell and Kurlon have been focusing on augmenting their e-commerce operations.
The mattress industry across e-commerce has its own challenges including the management of custom sales orders, packaging issues with varying dimensions, lack of standardization, etc. Unicommerce’s SaaS platform will enable the brands to fulfill custom-sized orders of mattresses, centralize fulfillment from across multiple locations using item-level and SKU-level traceability, leading to error-free, more accurate and faster processing of orders. The system will also enable them to tackle their return orders, thereby improving the shopping experience for its end consumers. Currently, each of the brands process an average of 4,000 orders monthly using Unicommerce’s platform.
Sheela Foam, which is the parent company of Sleepwell, also recently acquired Kurlon. Both brands have deployed Unicommerce’s multichannel order management system to automate order processing across their brand website and multiple marketplaces. Additionally, Kurlon is using Unicommerce’s warehouse & inventory management system for all its warehouse operational workflows including picking, packing, and dispatch, allowing the brand to have a clear visibility of available inventory across different locations.
Emphasizing on the growing significance of e-commerce, Nilesh Mazumdar, CEO of Sheela Foam said, “E-commerce has become central for brands like Sleepwell and Kurlon. Our partnership with Unicommerce will enhance our e-commerce operations leading to improved efficiency of our e-commerce supply chain.”
Speaking about the partnership, Kapil Makhija, MD & CEO of Unicommerce said, “With experience in developing solutions for bespoke needs across emerging e-commerce sectors, we look forward to powering e-commerce operations for Sleepwell and Kurlon.
Unicommerce is India’s largest e-commerce enablement SaaS platform in the transaction processing layer, in terms of revenue for the financial year concluded March 2022. The company’s suite of SaaS solutions enables end-to-end management of e-commerce operations for brands, retailers, marketplaces and logistics service providers. The company has a consistently growing Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) and Revenue. As of quarter ending September 2023, Unicommerce has achieved a 750 million+ Annual Transaction run-rate, serving over 3500 customers, managing 8000+ warehouses, and processing orders from 1900+ stores through its platform.
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“Unicommerce eSolutions Limited is proposing, subject to receipt of requisite approvals, market conditions and other considerations, to make an initial public offer of its equity shares and has filed a draft red herring prospectus (“DRHP”) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India. The DRHP is available on the websites of the Company at www.unicommerce.com, SEBI at www.sebi.gov.in as well as on the website of the book running lead managers, IIFL Securities Limited and CLSA India Private Limited at www.iiflcap.com and www.india.clsa.com, respectively. Investors should note that investment in equity shares involves a high degree of risk. For details, potential investors should refer to the DRHP, including the section titled “Risk Factors”.
30, May 2024
Intellect unveils iCPX and iAPX platforms to transform Corporate Procurement and Accounts Payable Processes
Mumbai, India, 30th May 2024: Intellect Design Arena Ltd, a cloud-native, future-ready, multi-product FinTech company for the world’s leading banking and insurance clients, proudly announces the launch of two cutting-edge AI-powered platforms: iCPX (Corporate Procurement eXchange) and iAPX (Accounts Payable eXchange) using eMACH.ai, the largest, most comprehensive and innovative open finance platform. These revolutionary platforms apply ‘First Principles’ Thinking along with embedded GenAI from Intellect’s own Purple Fabric AI platform to extend Intellect’s presence in the Commerce ecosystem by transforming procurement and accounts payable operations for large and mid-sized enterprises.
iCPX is the first-ever purpose-driven and open API-based source-to-pay platform aimed at reimagining the corporate procurement ecosystem. Cost overruns, inefficiencies and non-compliances are the main challenges in procurement due to a) need for cognitive decision-making b) manual content
generation requirements and c) unavailability of insights at the right time for proactive process interventions. iCPX seamlessly embeds expert AI agents while fostering the API Economy, thus empowering businesses worldwide to achieve unparalleled efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and strategic agility. Apart from supporting both specifications driven procurement and catalog driven procurement, it has 100+ procurement mode variations built-in. With pre-built assets like 111 APIs and 17 microservices, iCPX drives significant value to clients by providing the ability to compose their own signature procurement solution quickly. iCPX is also enriched by Intellect’s experience of building and managing one of the largest procurement marketplaces in the world for more than 6 years.
Accounts Payable (AP) processing is the backbone of financial operations for all organizations to ensure efficiency in cash management function along with maintaining healthy supplier relationships. The foremost challenges in Accounts Payable encompass handling high volume of invoices in disparate
formats and ensuring timely payments to suppliers, while ensuring compliance to all statutory
requirements. iAPX, the world’s most comprehensive patented AI-led Accounts Payable Platform gives unprecedented accuracy and efficiency to clients in the accounts payable process. By leveraging CDG (Cognitive Data Graph) Technology and powered by 12 global patented algorithms and 7 expert agents, iAPX eliminate duplication and discrepancies of invoices by up to 98%. Through cognitive decision making, automating time-consuming repetitive tasks and content generation, iAPX, reduces time, cost and compliance concerns of enterprises.
Intellect will drive these products globally through its newly created business line Intellect Digital Technology for Commerce (iDTC).
Commenting on the launch, Debanjan Kumar, CEO of iDTC said, “iCPX and iAPX will spearhead a transformative shift in corporate procurement efficiency and financial processes with our groundbreaking technologies composed of eMACH.ai. Our steadfast commitment lies in seamlessly integrating cutting-edge AI technologies and empowering businesses globally to achieve unparalleled levels of productivity, cost-effectiveness, and strategic agility.”
30, May 2024
Zamit collaborates with QAI for Teacher’s Training Sessions in Delhi NCR, Ajmer & Dehradun
New Delhi, May 2024 – Zamit, a leading education technology platform, recently organized enriching Teacher’s Training sessions in the schools of Delhi, NCR, aimed at enhancing the professional development of educators. The highlight of the training was a comprehensive workshop on ‘Developing Productive Language Skills,’ conducted by Zamit in collaboration with highly qualified master trainer, Ms. Zita Resler, Academic Director at Qualifications and Assessments International (QAI), UK. With her extensive expertise, Ms. Resler provided invaluable insights and strategies to equip teachers with the tools necessary to foster productive language skills in their students.
The session garnered significant interest, attracting close to 100 participants from various educational institutions. Attendees expressed their appreciation for the informative and engaging content delivered by Ms. Resler, emphasizing its relevance and applicability to their teaching practices.
Abhijeet Mukherjee, CEO of Zamit, shared, “We are delighted with the overwhelming response to our Teacher’s Training sessions. At Zamit, we are committed to supporting the professional growth of educators and enhancing the quality of education imparted to students. The positive feedback from participants reaffirms our belief in the importance of continuous learning and development in the field of education. We remain dedicated to empowering educators with innovative resources and training opportunities to facilitate their growth and impact in the classroom.”
In addition to this workshop, Ms. Resler conducted tailored sessions at several esteemed schools in Dwarka, Ajmer and Dehradun, including Mayo College, Welham Girl’s School, Kasiga School, and The OASIS, Dehradun. These sessions provided educators with the opportunity to delve deeper into specific areas of language development and exchange valuable insights on competency-based education with their peers.
Ms. Zita Resler, Academic Director at Qualifications and Assessments International, UK, shared her insights, stating, “Empowering educators with the tools and knowledge to foster productive language skills is paramount in today’s dynamic educational landscape. The positive reception and engagement during the workshop underscore the collective commitment to student success and holistic development. It’s heartening to witness educators’ dedication to refining their instructional practices, ultimately enriching the learning experiences of their students.”
Through a strategic partnership with QAI UK, Zamit offers internationally recognised certifications aligned with the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland—the official accreditation body for qualifications in the UK. Additionally, Zamit offers premium educational content curated by esteemed global experts. With a focus on innovation and quality, Zamit continues to redefine the standards of education, empowering learners and educators alike to thrive in today’s dynamic learning environments.
30, May 2024
FLO Hyderabad launches Centre of Excellence for Training Women Vegetable Farming
Hyderabad, May 30, 2024….. FLO Hyderabad launches ‘Centre of Excellence for Training Women Vegetable Farming’ in the city outskirts at Ravalkole Village, Medchal Dist. FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) Hyderabad and East-West Seed Knowledge Transfer Foundation inked an MoU on Wednesday to train 100 women farmers in commercial vegetable farming. They will be trained in cultivating, managing, and harvesting nearly 50 hybrid varieties of vegetables and greens.
Over the next three crop seasons, the FLO Hyderabad Centre of Excellence will train 100 women farmers in the art and science of efficient, profitable, and sustainable vegetable farming. They will be trained in the cultivation, management, and harvesting of nearly 50 different hybrid varieties of vegetables and greens, including Bitter gourd, Chilli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Ridge gourd, Bottle gourd, Cucumber, Pumpkin, Red Sorrel, okra, Onion and many more.
These women will not only learn the skills necessary to thrive in agriculture but will also be equipped to become trainers themselves, spreading their knowledge and expertise to others in their communities and creating an unbroken chain of self-sufficiency.
The women farmers will be taught advanced techniques to enhance crop diversity, increase productivity, and ensure water efficiency. These sustainable farming practices will also benefit the environment, promoting a more resilient and productive agricultural sector.
Apart from skill-building in farming, FLO will also focus on the development of entrepreneurial skills amongst the 100 women farmers. Through digital and financial literacy classes, they will learn the skills needed to manage and grow their agricultural ventures effectively. This knowledge will empower them to take control of their financial futures and build sustainable businesses.
The women farmers will also get crucial health and nutrition advice, and health checks so that they and their families – especially female members – can access a healthier and better quality of life.
Agriculture, the backbone of our nation, plays a vital role in ensuring food security and driving economic growth. By introducing better farming techniques, we can significantly enhance productivity, ensure sustainability, and improve the quality of life for women farmers.
This pioneering year-long agriculture initiative, actualised with the scientific collaboration of East-West Seed Knowledge Transfer Foundation marks a significant step towards FLO Hyderabad’s endeavour to build capacities of women at the grassroots.
“Resilient Roots, our Agriculture Initiative for the year 2024-25, aligns perfectly with FLO’s mission of ‘The Power to Empower.’ We believe that by empowering women in agriculture, we are not only creating avenues for financial agency among them but also addressing gender disparity by fostering inclusive growth and development. Social impact initiatives at the grassroots not only transform individual lives but also contribute to the broader socio-economic development of our communities.
We are glad to collaborate with Dutch MNC East-West Seed for this initiative. East-West Seed Knowledge Transfer Foundation (EWS-KT) launched programs in India in 2016, and has since trained more than 80,000 smallholder farmers in advanced vegetable techniques to improve their livelihoods in 5 States across India (Odisha, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka). It is our privilege to launch their Telangana program through FLO Hyderabad” said Priya Gazdar, Chairperson, FLO Hyderabad.
“I envision that this Centre of Excellence becomes more than just a training facility – it has the potential to become a beacon of hope, a gateway of opportunity, and a pillar of progress. And stand as a testament to what can be achieved when organisations together with a shared vision of inclusivity and empowerment. Together, we are planting the seeds for a brighter, more equitable future in farming”, Priya Gazdar, Chairperson, FLO Hyderabad added.
30, May 2024
Reliance General Insurance Launches Personal Accident 360Shield for Comprehensive Family Protection
New Delhi, May 30, 2024 – – Reliance General Insurance, one of India’s leading general insurance companies, is proud to announce the launch of its latest product, the Reliance Personal Accident 360Shield, a personal accident insurance policy designed to provide unparalleled protection for individuals and families. This special protection cover is designed to prevent you and your loved ones from not just the effects of a personal accident, but the overall impact arising as an aftershock of an accident.
This policy aims to provide a 360-degree protection within India & Worldwide, across all significant aspects of impact. This unique policy goes beyond traditional accidental disability or death coverage, addressing the aftermath and associated costs comprehensively. Accidents can turn lives upside down in mere moments, causing not only physical harm but also significant financial stress. From covering hospitalisation expenses to Out-Patient, to even personal & financial liabilities like home, vehicle & educational loan to arranging for legal assistance & more, this policy ensures holistic support to the insured & their family at the time of need. This comprehensive policy ensures you have all-in-one coverage for various accident-related contingencies. Additionally, it combines both benefits and indemnity features to provide extensive protection.
Speaking at the launch of the product, Rakesh Jain, CEO, Reliance General insurance, expressed his views saying, “We are committed to ensuring that all fellow Indians and their families are protected from unforeseen events. The Reliance Personal Accident 360Shield is designed to offer not only essential coverages but also comprehensive support during times of absolute need. This plan alleviates financial burdens with robust loan and EMI protection, allowing affected families to focus on their well-being rather than financial stress. Additionally, the policy offers worldwide travel care and ensures global coverage for personal accidents. By integrating benefits like trauma counselling, reconstructive surgery, and enhanced coverages for specific situations, we have created a policy that truly lives up to its promise of being a 360-degree shield.”
This plan lives up to its promise of being a 360-degree shield by offering valuable add-ons such as Adventure Sports coverage, Total and Partial Disablement benefits, and Unlimited Reinstatement of Accidental Hospitalisation Limit. Enhanced covers for specific situations, including coma, miscarriage, and air ambulance services, further bolster our commitment to comprehensive care. With coverage options ranging from ₹5 lakhs to ₹25 crore, one can find the perfect fit for their needs. Additionally, the plan provides coverage for trauma counselling (up to ₹10,000 per session) and reconstructive surgery (up to ₹10 lakhs), ensuring that policyholders are truly protected under this policy. Furthermore, maintaining a Personal Accident policy can help you retain your no-claim bonus on Health Insurance.
The Key Highlights of the policy include:
Permanent/Temporary Total Disablement (PTD/TTD/PPD): Permanent Disablement Coverage is based on Disability scale, maximum up to Base Sum Insured, providing significant financial support in the event of severe, life-altering injuries. In the case of Permanent Total Disablement (PTD), coverage extends to 2x the base sum insured, and for Permanent Partial Disablement (PPD), it offers coverage of 1x the base sum insured. Additionally, Temporary Total Disablement (TTD) coverage is provided up to ₹1 lakh, ensuring a steady income during recovery periods up to 104 weeks.
Accidental Hospitalisation: Comprehensive coverage including inpatient treatment, day care procedures, domestic road ambulance, and pre- and post-hospitalisation expenses, up to ₹20 lakhs over an above the PA sum insured.
Enhanced Hospitalisation Benefits: Unlimited reinstatement of accidental hospitalisation limit. Cumulative bonus for claim-free years, enhancing the overall coverage.
Extensive Optional Covers-Family Shield: Additional benefits for multi-member death or disability, parental care, educational grants, caregiver cover, and more.
Travel Care: Comprehensive overseas travel coverage, including up to ₹1 lakh for compassionate visits, and up to ₹25 thousand each for trip cancellation, event cancellation, and extended hotel stays.
Health and Well-being: Coverage for burns, fractures, head or spine injuries, coma, emergency evacuation, and more.
Adventure Sports Coverage: Covered up to 100% of base Sum Insured (SI), subject to a maximum of ₹1 crore plus earned cumulative bonus. Includes popular adventure activities such as bungee jumping, scuba diving, trekking and a total of 40 listed sports, all under professional supervision.
The Personal Accident 360Shield policy is designed to cover not just the policyholder but their family as well. This policy ensures that every aspect of an individual’s life is protected. Leveraging the latest in technological advancements, the 360Shield policy offers faster assistance and seamless service. Reliance General Insurance is committed to providing not just financial support, but also a compassionate and responsive customer experience.
30, May 2024
A look into Wood Industry manufacturing techniques
The Indian wood industry is constantly enhancing with the technological advancements coming in. Through this, the industry has witnessed increased productivity, efficiency, and product quality across manufacturing processes. The integration of cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices are transforming raw wood materials into high-performance, versatile products from Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF), Prelaminated MDF to Plywood, Blockboards, Flush doors and wooden flooring.
Here, we delve into understanding these processes and gain insights into how innovation drives the industry’s growth:
1. Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) Manufacturing – Production starts with sustainable Eucalyptus hardwood fibres, undergoing processing and blending with a premium resin binder, then moulded in continuous press into panels under elevated temperature and pressure. After this, the panels undergo meticulous European technology, Chip wash, CTS, sanding, cutting, and comprehensive testing for density, strength, and consistency, resulting in enhanced quality and performance standards. We have a wide range of MDF boards, including HDWR, E1/E0.5/CARB P2 MDF, Exterior grade, and Interior grade.
2. Prelaminated MDF Manufacturing – In prelaminated MDF production, a paper laminate is affixed onto the surface of plain MDF panels, imitating the visual characteristics of wood grain or stone. It helps augment the product’s aesthetic allure and results in a smooth, flawless finish. We produce it with suede and matte textures, in an exquisite and classic design. All grades of MDF are covered under the range.
3. Wooden Flooring Manufacturing – There are multiple designs that come with HDF wooden floorings. These could include an aesthetic layer made out of paper, a balancing paper, and more. Such options and products help keep in mind both durability and aesthetic appeal. The floorings have a moisture-resistant wax and help facilitate effortless installation. Premium flooring is available in the Persona collection (AC4/AC5) and Prima collection (AC3/AC4).
4. Plywood Manufacturing – Plywood can be manufactured by stacking thin wood veneers at right angles to each other, bonding them together under controlled heat and pressure. One can buy plywood with consistent thickness, flatness, and structural soundness, which makes it suitable for a wide range of applications.
We are leaders in the production of boiling waterproof, termite and borer-proof plywood using Quadra Pro and VPT technology, which is used to create Structural, marine, and MR grades of plywood.
5. Blockboard Manufacturing: Blockboard is made by sandwiching a core of wooden strips between layers of veneer. The wooden strips are placed edge to edge and sandwiched between the double veneer layers using adhesive. This creates a strong and stable panel with a smooth surface. The manufacturing process involves selecting high-quality wood strips, applying adhesive, compressing the layers, and finishing the panel to desired specifications. Our selection of Blockboard BWP & MR grade is composed of pine filler, frame, and controlled kiln seasoned wood that has been treated with environmentally friendly preservatives for increased strength and longevity. The Blockboard is uniform in dimension, durable and resistance to warping.
6. Flush doors Manufacturing: Flush doors are manufactured by sandwiching a treated and kiln seasoned solid imported core between veneers. The core is typically made of blocks of wood for strength and durability. The veneers are glued to both sides of the core using high-pressure & temperature techniques. After assembly, the door is sanded, trimmed, and finished to achieve a smooth surface. Flush doors are versatile and commonly used in exterior and interior applications due to their clean, modern look and affordability. Our Flush doors are made from imported pine wood that has been kiln-seasoned and protected with a preservative to make them impervious to termites and borer infestation.
