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A New Restaurant Pioneering Flame-Craft Cuisine in Bangalore

Bangalore: Fireside, a new restaurant concept dedicated to the art of open-flame cooking, is set to revolutionize the culinary scene in Bangalore. Open its doors this April, in the heart of Kalyan Nagar, Fireside promises to offer an unparalleled exploration of flavors through meticulous wood-fired techniques.
Fireside goes beyond the theatrics of open flames, focusing on the precise manipulation of wood as the primary fuel source. A diverse selection undergoes meticulous curation each day, transforming into glowing embers that form the cornerstone of the cooking method. This approach elevates the inherent flavors of ingredients, showcasing the transformative power of fire in a way that celebrates their natural essence.

The restaurant’s open-space kitchen offers diners a privileged vantage point to witness the culinary artistry. This transparency underscores Fireside’s commitment to showcasing the simplicity and beauty of open-flame cooking, allowing guests to appreciate the skill and dedication behind each dish.

On the occasion of the opening, Priyanka Alve, Founder of Fireside said “We embrace the sacred art of cooking over fire, making it the heart and soul of our culinary experience. From slow-cooked meats to wood-fired oven-baked breads and char infused vegetables every dish is crafted with reverence for the primal ritual of fire, ensuring a dining journey where every bite ignites the senses and kindles the spirit.“ Fireside is the brainchild of Priyank who transitioned from the world of technology to embrace her culinary passion. Alongside her co-founders and chefs, Rajat Alve, Vineeth Kumar, and Pramodh HN. Alve has assembled a team driven by an unwavering commitment to fire-based culinary exploration. Their deep fascination with this ancient technique ensures that every dish embodies the essence of open-flame mastery.

The menu at Fireside transcends geographical boundaries, offering a symphony of globally-inspired dishes united by their transformation through fire. From in-house fermented Kombucha, Oven Baked Sea Bass with Seafood Paella, Birria Taco, Jackfruit Pepper fry Risotto to Smoked Lamb leg or Pork Ribs, each plate is a testament to the versatility and power of this elemental cooking method.

The ambiance at Fireside is designed to engage all senses. The inviting atmosphere is punctuated by the rhythmic crackle of flames and the enticing aroma of wood smoke. Rustic elegance defines the décor, setting the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey, whether for an intimate gathering or a lively social experience.

Fireside elevates dining to an art form, fostering a sense of connection and shared experience. The passionate chefs and attentive staff are dedicated to crafting lasting memories for each guest, ensuring every moment resonates, from the mesmerizing dance of flames to the final, satisfying bite.

Fireside promises to ignite your passion for exceptional dining, offering an experience that transcends the traditional restaurant model to explore the transformative power of fire-based cuisine.

Statiq Chooses Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Works to Boost EV Charging Infrastructure in India

Dassault Systèmes(Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, DSY.PA) today announced that Statiq, India’s largest EV charging network, is using Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Works to develop reliable, accessible and affordable EV charging infrastructure in India. Statiq can focus on developing innovative solutions to accelerate India’s transition to sustainable mobility.
This adoption is driven by Statiq’s need to overcome product development, design and production-related challenges such as the lack of revision control and design validation, thelack of a single platform for multi-stakeholder collaboration, and difficulty in data segregation, tracking and retrieval.

The use of 3DEXPERIENCE Works on the cloud helped Statiq in the rapid design, development and review of EV charging solutions tailored for diverse customer requirements.3DEXPERIENCE Works is a portfolio of applications on Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform, for SOLIDWORKS customers and small and mid-sized companies. The powerful and intuitive 3D product development solutions helped Statiq design and engineer engaging product experiences, and significantly reduced product development lifecycles by doing away with the need for extensive physical prototyping and testing.

Leveraging the 3DEXPERIENCE platform’s ready-to-use applications, the team seamlessly collaborated digitally, significantly reducing task completion time by 60%. With access to a data repository on the cloud, Statiq was able to streamline the data segregation process and share non-CAD data along with designs. The collaborative working environment offered by the platform enabled multiple stakeholders operating across time zones and locations to work in sync. Inbuilt revision control made multiple CAD iterations possible in realtime, and the accuracy of the 3D models significantly reduced turnaround time and fabrication rework by identifying potential issues early on.

The mission of Statiq is to revolutionize the EV charging experience in India by building a network strong and reliable enough to usher in a new era of sustainability. The company envisages an India where a climate-conscious public leverages electric vehicles without compromising convenience or affordability. Statiq, through its range of products, aims to raise the bar of the EV charging ecosystem in India by improving accessibility to the future of mobility.

“3DEXPERIENCE Works on the cloud helped increase visibility and efficiency across processes, resulting in rapid product development and reduced operational costs. By leveraging the power of the cloud, enterprise-wide collaboration and data management have become seamless. This has streamlined our product lifecycle management process and significantly reduced market time for our range of affordable EV charging solutions,” said Vasu Goel, R&D Lead, Statiq.

“3DEXPERIENCE Works offers a virtual environment to design and develop engaging product experiences with powerful, intuitive 3D solutions accessible to any business. Leading engineers and designers trust our ready-to-deploy portfolioon the cloud to create, collaborate and deliver innovative products tailored to their clients’ requirements. Statiq has access to a wide range of easy-to-use applications that can help in the development of cutting-edge EV charging solutions that are accessible, reliable, affordable, and part of India’s transitional journey to sustainable mobility,” said Deepak NG, Managing Director India, Dassault Systèmes.

hubergroup Chemicals Premieres Wide-Range Materials at Paintistanbul & Turkcoa

Hubergroup Chemicals, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of chemicals for inks and coatings, will present its comprehensive portfolio for the first time at paintistanbul & Turkcoat from May 8 – May 10, 2024, at the Istanbul Expo Center, Turkey. A special focus of the division of the international chemical and printing ink specialist hubergroup, founded in 2020 and based in Germany, will be on the wide range of chemical raw materials for inks and coatings. All interested parties are cordially invited to visit stand D111 in Hall 1.

Paintinstanbul & Turkcoat is one of the largest international platforms for the paint, ink and coating industry. Every two years the exhibition brings together leading companies from all over the world; it is a pioneer in establishing new business agreements and offers participating companies the opportunity to meet with local and foreign visitors. This year, hubergroup Chemicals is participating in Paintinstanbul & Turkcoat for the first time, presenting its state-of-the-art, comprehensive portfolio of raw materials for inks and coatings. At the same time, hubergroup Chemicals is using Paintinstanbul & Turkcoat to connect with all interested parties in the region.

“We are looking forward to our premiere at Paintinstanbul to build new bridges to all interested parties in Europe, Asia and Africa and to present our comprehensive portfolio of chemical raw materials,” says Burak Sezerel, Sales and Marketing Director of Turkiye, hubergroup Chemicals. “As a young division of the world-renowned hubergroup, we combine experience and innovative spirit, which we are now presenting for the first time in Turkey.”

“Sustainability, efficiency and effectiveness are at the forefront of our broad hubergroup Chemicals portfolio, with the great advantage that we produce all specialty chemicals ourselves and tailor them to the needs of our clients,” says Burak Sezerel, Sales and Marketing Director of Turkiye, hubergroup Chemicals.

hubergroup Chemicals is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of specialty chemicals such as resins, laminating adhesives, additives and dyes with a cumulative production capacity of almost 300 kilotons. In its own production facilities hubergroup Chemicals carries out numerous reaction mechanisms in more than 100 reactors. For example, addition, condensation, and the azo coupling reaction in pigment synthesis are among the group’s specialties.

The company was founded in 2020 and is a division of the international chemical and printing ink specialist hubergroup, which can look back on a history of over 255 years. In recent years, the division has developed into a leading global expert in the field of raw material production. It maintains its own production plants and research departments worldwide, which work closely together on the latest innovations – with more than 20 new products every year.

Thanks to the extensive production capacities, hubergroup Chemicals has acquired many international and regional clients from the chemicals, coatings and printing ink industries in the last two years.

For its premiere at Paintistanbul & Turkcoat, hubergroup Chemicals will be on site with numerous experts who will be able to provide visitors with competent information about the portfolio.

You will find hubergroup Chemicals at Paintistanbul & Turkcoat at stand D111, in Hall 1.

Bajaj Allianz Unveils Prive Unique Program for Unparalleled Coverage & Service

Bengaluru 2nd May  2024: Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, one of the leading private general insurers in India, today announced the launch of Privé, an exclusive customer experience program offering access to elevated and unmatched customer service excellence. Traditionally, in India, the thrive to increase insurance penetration over the last few years has largely been focused on tapping the customer base across the tier 2/tier 3 locations and rural markets, predominantly covering middle, upper middle class, and rural customers. Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, in addition to its strong focus on increasing insurance penetration across all the above-mentioned customer segments, will now also cater to a special segment of customers typically requiring insurance solutions with enhanced coverage limits. Recognizing the multifaceted requirements and comprehensive protection that align with such discerning customers’ financial and lifestyle preferences, Privé goes beyond the traditional insurance offerings. By being part of Privé, the customers gain access to an array of exclusive and prioritized insurance services, ensuring their requirements are met with precision.

To become a part of Privé, the customers have the flexibility to select from a range of products across health, home, motor, personal accident, and cyber, insurance as per their specific needs. Insurance products currently include the My Health Care Plan, offering customizable health insurance coverage, with a minimum sum insured of INR 1 crore as the eligibility criteria; the Global Health Care offers coverage like overseas medical treatment, and planned and emergency treatments both international and domestic, and the customers can choose any of the sum insured options for eligibility. In addition, a motor product along with V-Pay add-on cover will be offered. This add-on cover consolidates the benefits of an array of fragmented motor insurance add-ons under one offering, requiring a minimum Insured Declared Value (IDV) of INR 25 lakhs or more for a motor vehicle. The My Home Insurance All Risk Policy ensures comprehensive insurance coverage for both home structure and valuable contents in the home. The eligibility criteria here would be a minimum sum insured of INR 3 crores for structure, INR 30 lakhs for non-portable contents, and INR 6 lakhs for portable items. Moreover, in conjunction with the above products, customers can also opt for a higher range of sum insured for advanced products like the Global Personal Guard Policy that extends worldwide personal accident coverage with a range of additional add-ons, and the Cyber Care plan, to protect against losses resulting from cyber-attacks owing to the ever-evolving digital space.

Privé is committed to elevating the service experience through experts focused on expediting claims processing and assistance. Such customers would also have access to ‘Privé Connect’, a dedicated team available to swiftly address all insurance queries and requirements for catering to any service request or claims. In case of health claims, additional services like hassle-free discharge and pre-policy check-ups at home by professionals are also provided. Furthermore, the service is complemented by ‘Care Angels’, who are trained professionals offering personalized assistance and support throughout the hospitalization journey. For the motor insurance add-on product V-Pay, the claim process is streamlined to provide rapid responses, including surveyor deployment on a priority basis. Non-motor insurance claims, such as home insurance claims, will be similarly handled efficiently, with a claim handler reaching out to the customers within turnaround times, which is amongst the best in the market today. Privé offers a seamless claim experience that will enhance the entire lifecycle of the insurance journey, setting a new standard in customer service excellence.

Privé, being a unique first-of-its-kind program, was launched in Pune. Mr. Sanjiv Bajaj, Chairman and Managing Director, Bajaj Finserv Ltd., also graced the event. At the launch event, renowned Indian music composer duo Vishal Shekar enthralled the attendees with an electrifying musical performance. Fashion designer Rocky S also added glamour to the event by showcasing his unique collection. A few select partners and employees also graced the ramp. The event also saw the launch of the Privé logo unveiled by Mr. Sanjiv Bajaj, Chairman and Managing Director, Bajaj Finserv Ltd., Mr. Tapan Singhel, MD & CEO, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, Rocky Star, Indian Fashion Designer, and Mr. Vikram Bhayana, Head – Marketing, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Tapan Singhel, MD & CEO, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, said, “At our core, we’re dedicated to pioneering insurance solutions that cater to the diverse needs of every individual across our nation. With Privé, we’re reaffirming our commitment to continuously innovate and address the unique requirements of discerning individuals. We understand that their sophisticated asset portfolios, astute financial planning, and distinct lifestyles demand insurance offerings that transcend conventional norms. Privé stands out with its best-in-class products and services tailored to the discerning preferences of this exclusive clientele, accessible at their fingertips for unmatched convenience.

What truly distinguishes Privé is our unwavering dedication to service excellence at every touchpoint. Privé ensures an elevated and seamless service experience from dedicated teams to swift claims resolutions and much more. Our customers can expect unparalleled support and assistance throughout their insurance journey. Privé isn’t just another insurance program – it’s a commitment to delivering unmatched service and protection.

We recognize that individuals of this strata expect nothing but the absolute best in products and services. With Privé, we aspire to be the go-to insurer, consistently surpassing customer’s expectations.”

Privé represents another pioneering initiative by Bajaj Allianz General Insurance to create a segmented category for niche customers that addresses their unique needs with a curated selection of personalized insurance offerings, empowering them to safeguard their lifestyle.

Tata Elxsi’s Two Big Wins at iF DESIGN AWARD 2024

Mumbai, May 2nd, 2024: Tata Elxsi, a global leader in design and technology services, has won two iF DESIGN AWARDs in User Experience Design for its Sports and Entertainment OTT Experience solution and Product Design for the “Aha!” Tea Vending Machine for Chaayos.

The competition was intense: over 11,000 entries were submitted from 72 countries. A jury of 132 independent design experts from all over the world handpicked the final winner.

The Sports and Entertainment OTT Experience solution, developed by Tata Elxsi and recipient of the User Experience Design award, offers synchronised real-time data and user controls, enabling a seamless premium sports viewing experience. The solution addresses the saturated streaming market by targeting Millennials and Gen Z across diverse regions. The new solution streamlines multiple products into one platform, fostering brand loyalty and user engagement through AI-powered immersive ads and innovative monetisation opportunities.

Tata Elxsi developed the “Aha!” tea vending machine for Chaayos to bring authentic chai experiences to workplaces and academic institutions. Recently launched in the market, “Aha” machine is a one-of-a-kind, IoT-enabled device, catering to the Indian market with up to 50 customisation options directly from users’ phones. In a matter of less than 30 seconds, users can enjoy a freshly brewed cup of chai. Embracing sustainable design practices, Aha! stands out as a sustainability champion, crafting every cup with 100% natural ingredients and streamlining processes to reduce waste to less than 1%. This innovative solution was adjudged the winner in the Product Design category.

Mohit Malik, CTO, Chaayos, said, “Tata Elxsi’s expertise in the vending category and their strong design team has been instrumental in elevating our next-gen machines to offer a much better customer experience. Their approach to design, usability and manufacturability has delivered the product that is not only visually appealing but high on consumer engagement. It is a great masterpiece that demonstrates seamless integration of design, technology and consumer experience. We are thrilled with the outcome and proud of Tata Elxsi’s recognition at the iF DESIGN AWARD 2024.’’

“Designing products that foster a strong affinity with users and embed sustainability has become essential. At Tata Elxsi, this approach allows our design teams to consistently deliver solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations. We are delighted that some of our work has been recognised at the prestigious iF Design Award 2024,” Shyam Sunder B K, Chief Designer, Tata Elxsi.

“This recognition reaffirms our dedication to shaping the future of User Experience Design in the dynamic world of OTT platforms. Winning this prestigious award fuels our team’s drive to keep revolutionising the streaming industry with fresh, captivating experiences,” Utkarsh Biradar, Chief Designer, Experience at Tata Elxsi.

Each year, the world’s oldest independent design organisation, Hannover-based iF International Forum Design GmbH, organises the iF DESIGN AWARD, recognised as an arbiter of quality for excellent design since 1954. The award honors design achievements in all disciplines: product, packaging, communication and service design, architecture, and interior architecture as well as professional concept, user experience (UX), and user interface (UI).

Packplus South 14th Edition Wraps Up: 150 Brands, 8000+ Visitors Attend

Bangalore, May 2nd 2024– The 14th edition of PackPlus South, the esteemed trade exhibition dedicated to the packaging, printing, converting and supply chain industries in Southern India concludes. The exhibition was graced by the presence of V. Krishnamoorthy President, KOPA (Karnataka offset printing association),Balasaheb Ambekar President, Maharashtra Mudran Parishad and Hariram Thakkar,KSPA

The 14th Edition of PackPlus South hosted over 100 exhibitors, 150+ brands and 8000+ attendees. The trade show served as an unparalleled platform for networking, collaboration, and exploration of the latest trends and innovations in the packaging and printing sectors. Top Brands like Canon, Konica Minolta, Epson, Brother, Carrywell Packaging, Pragati Polymers, Bahubali Electronics, Anjali Engineering, Vignnesh Techpack, Elite Global Exim, Bikaner Polymers, Great Eastern, Banner Engineering, Mehta cad cam, Markem Image, Gagan Printing solutions, Jet Pro solutions participated in the exhibition

The exhibition showcased a diverse array of products including cutting-edge packaging machines, materials, coding and marking solutions, printing presses, label printing equipment, & more PackPlus South 2024 redefined industry standards. With a focus on industry advancements, the three-day exhibition featured live running machines, allowing attendees to witness firsthand the capabilities of state-of-the-art machinery and gain valuable insights into their functionalities.

Speaking on the conclusion of PackPlus South, Varun Sharma, Portfolio Director at RX India, said “The 14th Edition of Pack Plus South witnessed participation from the top 150 brands. We are overjoyed that Pack Plus South served as a holistic platform for industry professionals to engage, exchange insights and discover leading-edge solutions. We are pleased The trade show witnessed the closure of business deals worth 2.5 crore. By focusing on the distinct requirements of the printing and packaging industry Pack Plus South sets the stage for the National trade show i.e Pack Plus slated to happen in Delhi in the month of August.”

Concurrently, PrintFair, co-located with the event,showcased the newest advancements in Flexo & Gravure printing, Digital presses, Offset presses, and Wide format Printers. This simultaneous exhibition offered attendees a distinct opportunity to discover state-of-the-art printing solutions and interact with leading solution providers.

In addition to the extensive product display, PackPlus South 2024 facilitated productive business meetings, fostering collaborations and innovation among industry professionals.

Switzerland Tourism unveils new logo

After almost 30 years of Swiss tourism advertising under the “Goldflower” banner, a new era is
dawning. Instead of a mere logo, Switzerland is for the first time adopting a comprehensive
tourism brand world with “Switzerland”. ST presented this today in Geneva and is now taking
the new image out into the world. The new, digital and modern brand world stands for
Switzerland’s long-standing tourism promise: nature, hospitality and reliability.
In 1995, the venerable “Swiss Transport Center SVZ” became today’s national tourism marketing
organization Switzerland Tourism. At the same time, the common image of tourism in Switzerland was
created under the umbrella of a new logo, the “Gold Flower”. This gold flower became the well-known
and popular symbol for Swiss tourism advertising for a generation. For many years, not only the then
new marketing organization ST, but also a number of industry organizations, destinations and service
providers promoted Switzerland’s tourism offerings with the same logo. The gold flower has
accompanied an entire generation and is now associated with tourism in Switzerland by the Swiss
population and many guests.

“Switzerland” – a sharpened brand
Today, almost 30 years later, the requirements for a brand are completely different than they were in
the 1990s. ST has therefore decided to create a new, unique and recognizable digital Swiss brand
worldG. For the first time in the history of Swiss tourism advertising, a pure logo is now becoming a
complete brand world. In the future, Swiss tourism promotion will not only promote the destination, but
will also accompany tourists on their entire journey, from inspiration to travel planning.
“Switzerland” – exclusively in English – is the logical basis for the brand of Switzerland as a holiday
and travel destination, and stands for the global tourism promise to all guests of Switzerland about
nature, our hospitality and the reliability of Switzerland as a travel destination.
Instead of the letter T, a Swiss cross in the “Switzerland” brand symbolizes the trustworthy origins and
radiates the optimism of the Swiss destination. But the symbolic cross goes far beyond just a national
flag: it was expanded and given a so-called “color tone” of five different shades of red, a symbol of
modernity, diversity and independence.

Brand for the entire tourism sector in Switzerland – for a new generation
The idea from the founding days of the Goldflower is proudly carried forward and perfected.
“Switzerland” stands for all hosts in Switzerland. In this sense, ST enables its members and partners
to provide orientation and create trust. The new, comprehensive brand world offers countless
possibilities on all channels, now and in the future. The new brand will be designed and implemented
gradually worldwide with immediate effect – both in all ST markets and across the entire tourism
industry. The complete transition to the new brand world is likely to take a few months. Martin
Nydegger, Director ST, is pleased: “The Gold Flower defined an era for a generation of tourism
professionals. The Switzerland brand conveys trust, has a modern design and is forward-looking for
another generation.

The new tourism brand is being closely watched throughout Switzerland and will represent
Switzerland far beyond tourism, including internationally.

The new brand identity was developed together with the Zurich branding agency MADE Identity.
When developing “Switzerland”, MADE focuses on three main areas. On the one hand, the brand
should become more visible and noticeable internationally through a consistent one-brand strategy. In
addition, the brand should have maximum impact digitally, tactilely and spatially. And finally,
“Switzerland” as a brand should be able to accompany guests through the travel experience: from
advertising, to the experience, to the souvenir.

Tata Communications Continues To be Recognised for 11th Straight Year in Gartner Magic Quadrant

Mumbai, INDIA- 2nd May 2024 – Tata Communications, the global commtech (communications
technology) player, proudly announces that it has been recognised as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic
Quadrant™ for Global WAN Services for the 11th consecutive year. The evaluation from Gartner was based
on specific criteria that analysed the company’s overall Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute.

During the course of the year, to enable global enterprises to become more resilient and future-ready, Tata
Communications empowered them to deliver elevated customer experiences — through enhanced
network performance, flexibility and availability. It also introduced new and innovative solutions like IZO™
Multi Cloud Connect and a ‘zero-base bandwidth’ option for WAN links. Furthermore, it provided
enterprises with the fastest and flexible ways to modernise their network with Cloud-Connect enabled,
‘Bandwidth-on-Demand’ offering speed, convenience and cost efficiency on a pay-as-you-go model. Finally,
Tata Communications further strengthened its internet services with proactive security at both enterprise
and branch levels.

“We appreciate this recognition by Gartner for the eleventh consecutive year and remain focussed to
deliver ‘future ready’ networks for delightful customer experiences. As the pace of innovation accelerates
towards the next generation of connectivity, we will continue to provide flexible network options that
serve a diverse spectrum of business requirements,” said Genius Wong, Executive Vice President – Core
and Next-Gen Connectivity Services & Chief Technology Officer. Adding, “Tata Communications leverages
its investments in innovation, contextual knowledge, and expertise in next-gen technologies to develop a
digital fabric of solutions which helps our customers realise their aspirations.”

As per the report, providers in the Leaders quadrant are performing well and maintaining a stable
organisation, with a clear vision of market direction. They deliver comprehensive portfolios of quality
network services across the broadest geographies and address the global networking needs of a broad
range of enterprises in terms of size, geographic distribution and vertical industry. Leaders shape the
direction of the market by extending their coverage, developing new class-leading capabilities and
commercial models, and deploying them at scale. According to Gartner, Leaders execute well against their
current vision and are well positioned for tomorrow.