6, Mar 2024
Foreign Engineering students will be part of future events of eBAJA SAEINDIA: Sanjay Nibandhe, Chairman, Organising Committee, BAHA SAEINDIA 2024
Hyderabad, March 06, 2024……eBAJA is a national-level engineering student out-of-classroom education event with 70 plus electric buggies to promote Telangana state lowering Carbon Footprint said Sanjay Nibandhe, Chairman, Organising Committee, BAJA SAEINDIA 2024, while addressing a press conference at BVRIT Campus, Narsapur in the city outskirts on Wednesday.
We organise events in 4 categories which include mBAJA, which is a mechanical engineering event; hBAJA which was introduced this year aims to upgrade the level of BAJA SAEINDIA competition in line with the new advancements in the field of vehicle technologies, he added.
Telugu states team is one of the three teams, Sri Vishnu Institute of Technology, participated in hBAJA, which is about Hydrogen Vehicles. This event held in Janbaury. A hydrogen vehicle is an alternative fuel vehicle that uses hydrogen as its onboard fuel. This category we introduced first time this year he said. It is a matter of great pride of Telugus as all girls college Sri Vishnu Institute of Technology developed all terrain buggie using Hydrogen technology, which they displayed to the whole nation in an event held in January this year.
The other two categories are eBAJA, which is about electric vehicles and aBaja is about autonomous vehicles. This category is introduced this year. This category opens avenues for students to explore the next generation of mobility by manufacturing fully autonomous vehicles. All these events are conducted at various locations to make industry-ready automobile engineers said Sanjay, who later unveiled a terrain single-seater e-buggy, designed, and developed by all women engineering students of Mechanical, Electrical, and Automobile stream of Sri Vishnu Institute of Technology, Bhimavarm.
The objective of these events is to give engineering students an out-of-classroom learning experience and produce industry-ready engineers, he said.
295 colleges are associated with SAEINDIA 2024, he said.
SAEINDIA 2024 will showcase 70 electric buggies, each one made by students spending anywhere in the range of Rs 4 lakh to 12 lakh. The winners of the final round to be held on walk away with Rs 8 lakh cash prize.
Mr Hirotake Harada, Senior Vice President of Engineering of Renault Nissan Tech said BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 across all four categories has 3528 males and just 700 women participating. The ratio of male to female participants is 5:1. This has to be changed. He suggested that changes have to be made to the BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 rule book and registration guidelines to make the competition more inclusive.
BAJA SAEINDIA and Renault Nissan Tech are jointly working to improve diversity. Deepti Singh, DGM Renault Nissan Tech, was appointed as Diversity Ambassador. We are aiming to improve the gender ratio from 17% to 50% in the coming future.
Yogesh Nagendiran said six teams from two Telugu states are participating in BAJA SAEINDIA 2024. This year additionally six more teams are participating. The event has a representation of all the states in India.
Acham Trehan, State Head of AP and Telangana of BPCL (Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd said they have appointed Niraj Chopra as their ambassador to promote their speed brand of high-performance fuel.
K. Aditya Vissam, Secretary of Sri Vishnu Educational Society and KV Vishnu Raju, Chairman gave a video message.
A HR Meet will be held towards the end of the event. 12 companies are expected to recruit the students. Last year 142 students were placed through such a meet and 529 were placed between the years 2018 and 2023.
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- By Rabindra
6, Mar 2024
A unique event called BAJA SAEIndia 2024 kicked off
Hyderabad, March 06, 2024……City’ s Engineering College, BVRIT is the host to a unique event called BAJA SAEINDIA 2024. The six day motorsports event began today in the city outskirts at the B V Raju Institute of Technology (BVRIT) at their Narsapur campur.
It features the best engineering brains. The six days event eBaja category comes first time to South India to Hyderabad in the 17 years history of SAE India. The event will go on till 11th March.
The theme of the event is ‘Multiverse of Mobility’. BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 has introduced two exciting new categories – aBAJA (Autonomous BAJA) and hBAJA (Beginning with CNG and slowly transitioning to Hydrogen Propulsion) alongside the ever-popular mBAJA and eBAJA categories.
The Participating students were tasked to design and fabricate a single seater All-Terrain electric buggy in the boundaries of the rulebook and are required to take part in the trifold evaluation consisting the Preliminary Event, Virtual Event, technical scrutiny, student workshops, static events report submission, etc. which would finally lead up to the finale – BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 Phase-3
It is organized by Society of Automotive Engineers, India (SAEINDIA). SAEINDIA is one of the few professional engineering societies in India. SAEINDIA members are in various fields – design, manufacture, test, market, and maintain self-propelled land, sea, air, and space vehicles, their components and systems.
It is the 17th edition of BAJA SAEINDIA. 70 teams from different Engineering colleges including reputed colleges such as IITs, NITs will participate. Each team comprising 30 team members will participate. On the 2000 plus participants from across the country expected to participate. The event will be the celebration of Engineering, Innovation and Team building.
Following this will be the HR meet, which will serve as a platform for participating organizations to seek and recruit top-tier talent from the pool of BAJA SAEINDIA participants.
The event is hosted by Hosted by Shri Vishnu Educational Society at the B V Raju Institute of Technology (BVRIT) at their Narsapur campus, the teams will start arriving by the morning of 6th March and begin with the registration followed by the Technical Inspection, an essential step to ensure the safety of all the buggies entering the competition. Finalists selected from the Static Events held during the Virtual BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 in the Month of December 2023 would be participating in the static finals events and would try their best to score the maximum number of points for their teams.
Over the course of the event, post clearing the technical inspection, the teams will start attempting the dynamic events, which includes acceleration, manuverability, sledge pull, speciality etc. before lining up at the start line of the flagship 4-hour endurance race on the 9th of March 2024. The valedictory ceremony would soon follow to felicitate the top performers and award winners.
The BAJA SAEINDIA HR Meet will be organized on the 10th and 11th of March where top automotive organizations associated with BAJA SAEINDIA will have a chance to recruit these industry ready students directly from the event site, students from 3rd and final year would have access to a plethora of opportunities.
6, Mar 2024
PSR Sustainability Foundation teams up with Mumbai Dabbawala for Historic Pune expansion
Pune, 06 March 2024: PSR Sustainability Foundation, a leading sustainability organization has joined forces with Dabbawalas, Mumbai’s lunch box delivery system for its expansion in Pune. The collaboration between these two organizations will offer freshly cooked tiffins through Dabbawala’s seamless, reliable and efficient food delivery system. Notably, this is the first time that the Mumbai Dabbawala will be expanding its services beyond Mumbai.
The tiffins will be prepared at Muk’ti Kitchen, an initiative by the PSR Sustainability Foundation and supported as part of the CSR activity of KSB Group. Muk’ti Kitchen is a unique women-led initiative which is committed to quality, hygiene, and social impact and stands as a beacon of hope for women’s empowerment and community development.
PSR Sustainability Foundation aims to deliver around 5,00,000 tiffins (1000-1500/day) in Pune by the end of 2024 through this collaboration with Dabbawala. Moreover, the PSR Sustainability Foundation plans to achieve a target of providing livelihood to 100+ women through the women-led initiative – Muk’ti Kitchen. Besides, it plans to offer its services in Mumbai, Nagpur, Navi Mumbai and Thane starting 2025.
Mr. Prashik Bhalerao, Director, PSR Sustainability Foundation said, “It is an honour to join hands with the legendary Dabbawala. Every 100 meals served by PSR Sustainability Foundation’s, Muk’ti Kitchen not only nourishes the body but also supports the livelihoods of 4-6 women and their families. Furthermore, the revenue generated will be reinvested into community development initiatives, including education and healthcare support.”
Mr. Ritesh Andre, Spokesperson, Dabbawala said, “Partnering with PSR Sustainability Foundation is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Dabbawala tradition. Each tiffin delivered by us isn’t just a nourishing bite; it’s a lifeline for families, a commitment to community upliftment. Together, we are not just delivering food; we are delivering hope and opportunity.”
5, Mar 2024
Jairangam Fringes 2024: A Festival of Diversity, Artistry, and Cultural Fusion
Bangalore, 05 March 2024 – Jairangam Fringes 2024, an enchanting collaboration between Jairangam and the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, unfolded with unparalleled grandeur and artistic brilliance on the 2nd and 3rd of March, 2024, at Lahe Lahe in Bangalore. This festival, a beacon of cultural exchange and creative expression, showcased a vibrant tapestry of performances, workshops, and theatrical productions, captivating audiences and celebrating the richness of India’s cultural heritage.
The festival kicked off on the 2nd of March with a mesmerizing storytelling performance, “Ishtihaar,” directed by the visionary Deevas Gupta. This unique production presented a collection of short stories by the legendary Saadat Hasan Manto, interwoven with poetry crafted by Deevas himself. Through the raw narration of Manto’s tales and the satirical undertones of the accompanying poetry, audiences were transported to bygone eras while reflecting on the enduring relevance of Manto’s themes in contemporary society.
Children were treated to an interactive and engaging performative workshop titled “Silly Billy Mimes,” led by the talented Suhasini Seelin. Through a series of imaginative exercises, young participants aged 8-12 discovered the art of mime, learning to express themselves through exaggerated actions, emotive gestures, and creative storytelling. Suhasini’s infectious energy and playful approach made for a memorable and enriching experience for all involved.
The festival’s centerpiece production, “Fernando and his Grandmother,” directed by the acclaimed Mayura Baweja of Theatre Shift, Bangalore, enthralled audiences with its evocative portrayal of the life and works of the iconic poet Fernando Pessoa. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Portugal, the play delved into themes of genius, madness, and the transformative power of art, offering a moving tribute to Pessoa’s enduring legacy.
On the 3rd of March, audiences were treated to the folk musical “Sakal Jaani Hai Naath,” directed by the talented Srinivas Beesetty of Kahe Vidushak, Bangalore. This delightful adaptation of Vasant Deo’s Sudama ke Chawal offered a contemporary retelling of the timeless tale of Lord Krishna and Sudama, blending tragedy, comedy, and satire to profound effect. ‘Sakal Jaani Hai Naath’ is a testament to the enduring power of mythology and storytelling to illuminate universal truths. Through this adaptation, we sought to challenge conventional narratives and provoke introspection on the complexities of human nature.
Jairangam Fringes 2024, orchestrated by the esteemed 3M Dot Bands Theatre Family Society, unfolded as a celebration of artistic excellence and cultural diversity. Reflecting on the festival, Director Hema Gera remarked, “Jairangam Fringes 2024 has been a joyous celebration of creativity and collaboration, bringing together artists and audiences from diverse backgrounds to share in the magic of theatre.”
This event stood as a pivotal element of Jairangam, the premier theatre festival of Jaipur, aimed at elevating the theatrical landscape of the region. Through captivating performances and initiatives fostering social causes and intercultural exchange, Jairangam continues to inspire both audiences and artists, cultivating a vibrant ecosystem of creativity and collaboration.
5, Mar 2024
City’s BVRIT will be host to a unique event called ‘BAJA SAEIndia 2024
Hyderabad, March 05, 2024……City’ s Engineering College, BVRIT will be the host to a unique event called BAJA SAEINDIA 2024. It will feature best of engineering brains. The six days event eBaja category comes first time to South India to Hyderabad in the 17 years history of SAE India. The event will be formally kicked off on Wednesday and will go on till 11th March.
The theme of the event is ‘Multiverse of Mobility’. BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 has introduced two exciting new categories – aBAJA (Autonomous BAJA) and hBAJA (Beginning with CNG and slowly transitioning to Hydrogen Propulsion) alongside the ever-popular mBAJA and eBAJA categories.
The Participating students were tasked to design and fabricate a single seater All-Terrain electric buggy in the boundaries of the rulebook and are required to take part in the trifold evaluation consisting the Preliminary Event, Virtual Event, technical scrutiny, student workshops, static events report submission, etc. which would finally lead up to the finale – BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 Phase-3
The physical round of BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 for the eBAJA category will be held at B V Raju Institute of Technology (BVRIT), located in the city outskirts near Narsapur, Medak District.
It will be organized by Society of Automotive Engineers, India (SAEINDIA). SAEINDIA is one of the few professional engineering societies in India. SAEINDIA members are in various fields – design, manufacture, test, market, and maintain self-propelled land, sea, air, and space vehicles, their components and systems.
It will be the 17th edition of BAJA SAEINDIA. 70 teams from different Engineering colleges including reputed colleges such as IITs, NITs will participate. Each team comprising 30 team members will participate. On the 2000 plus participants from across the country expected to participate. The event will be the celebration of Engineering, Innovation and Team building.
The Participating students were tasked to design and fabricate a single seater All-Terrain electric buggy in the boundaries of the rulebook and are required to take part in the trifold evaluation consisting the Preliminary Event, Virtual Event, technical scrutiny, student workshops, static events report submission, etc. which would finally lead up to the finale – BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 Phase-3.
Following this will be the HR meet, which will serve as a platform for participating organizations to seek and recruit top-tier talent from the pool of BAJA SAEINDIA participants.
The event will be hosted by Hosted by Shri Vishnu Educational Society at the B V Raju Institute of Technology (BVRIT) at their Narsapur campus, the teams will start arriving by the morning of 6th March and begin with the registration followed by the Technical Inspection, an essential step to ensure the safety of all the buggies entering the competition. Finalists selected from the Static Events held during the Virtual BAJA SAEINDIA 2024 in the Month of December 2023 would be participating in the static finals events and would try their best to score the maximum number of points for their teams.
Over the course of the event, post clearing the technical inspection, the teams will start attempting the dynamic events, which includes acceleration, manuverability, sledge pull, speciality etc. before lining up at the start line of the flagship 4-hour endurance race on the 9th of March 2024.The valedictory ceremony would soon follow to felicitate the top performers and award winners.
The BAJA SAEINDIA HR Meet will be organized on the 10th and 11th of March where top automotive organizations associated with BAJA SAEINDIA will have a chance to recruit these industry ready students directly from the event site, students from 3rd and final year would have access to a plethora of opportunities
5, Mar 2024
Amazon MiniTV Unveils Third Season of Revolutionary Gaming Entertainment Show Playground with Hero MotoCorp as Presenting Partner
National, 5th March 2024: Amazon miniTV- Amazon’s free video streaming service is back with the third season of Playground, India’s first one-of-a-kind gaming reality show, in association with Rusk Media. With Hero MotoCorp joining as the ‘Presenting Partner’, the show gets a major boost to find India’s next Gaming entertainer. The excitement levels are set to skyrocket as Indian YouTube sensation, Carry Minati, continues his association with the brand and dons the role of a mentor for the third time running! The OG mentor will be seen leading his team, Dare Dragons into the battle of captive reality over a period of 30-days. Not just that, the anticipation and curiosity levels are set to peak with new mentors slated to be revealed in the coming week. After the massive success of the first two seasons, the third edition promises triple the drama, entertainment, and hardcore challenges set to keep viewers hooked!
Bringing a twist to the competition, Playground S3 introduces a new format focused on individual achievement, for players to compete for the coveted title of “Ultimate Gaming Entertainer”. The third season will witness sixteen dynamic micro-influencers as contestants entering the Playground Arcade for a 30-day showdown, led by four renowned mentors. Embarking on a journey filled with heart-pounding physical challenges, intense gaming competitions, and uproarious entertainment trials, the contestants will showcase their skills and strategic prowess to outplay their rivals and emerge victorious. With enticing prizes awaiting the champions, the show guarantees an unforgettable blend of gaming excitement and an entertainment spectacle. Taking the excitement level to new heights, viewers will get the chance to actively participate in the action by voting for their favourite contestants directly on the Amazon miniTV app.
Amogh Dusad, Head of Content, Amazon miniTV, shared, “With the gaming industry evolving and growing at a rapid pace in India, we’re excited to bring another season of Playground to our audiences, a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence in entertainment. Adrenaline, entertainment and passion for gaming – all make Playground the perfect masala binge!”
Adding to it, Aruna Daryanani, Business Head, Amazon miniTV, said, “We are delighted to bring the third season of Playground, marking a significant milestone in elevating our content for the audience. The show not only amplifies our content in gaming entertainment but also highlights our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our viewers. With the announcement of the third season, we aim to drive engagement, foster growth, and unveil a new chapter in our journey of delivering cutting-edge entertainment for our viewers,”
In response to the introduction of Playground’s third season and the strategic partnerships, Mr. Mayank Yadav, CEO of Rusk Media, expressed, “We are thrilled to embark on another exhilarating journey with the upcoming season of Playground. With the continued support of our partners, we are poised to redefine gaming entertainment. This season promises to be our most exciting yet, delivering an unmatched experience for gamers and viewers alike. Get ready to immerse yourself in the thrill of competition and witness gaming history in the making.”
Talking about the third season, Mentor Carry Minati expressed, “I am thrilled to return to Playground as a mentor for the third season of the reality show. In the past two seasons, I’ve witnessed the commitment, dedication and skill set of the players, and I look forward to interacting with fresh talent this season. This season is all about embracing risks, pushing the limits, overcoming challenges and unleashing the core ethos of gaming. I’ve been an avid gaming enthusiast throughout my career and this association is a natural extension of my passion and vision. Gaming is the future of the metaverse and we need to revolutionize this industry substantially in times to come. India is known to be a land of gamers and one of the biggest gaming markets in the world, but despite its size, the country is still at a nascent stage as a gaming market, both in terms of maturity and adoption. I aspire to change that equation in times to come.”
Witness the evolution of gaming entertainment in Playground S3 filled with adrenaline-pumping challenges, fierce competition, and non-stop excitement. The reality show will stream exclusively on Amazon miniTV for free within Amazon’s shopping app, on Fire TV, and Play Store.
As the presenting partner of Playground, Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, brings its prowess of innovation, performance, and excitement to the gaming community. With a shared commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering unforgettable experiences, Hero MotoCorp and Playground are poised to create an unparalleled platform for gamers and enthusiasts alike.
Ranjivjit Singh, Chief Business Officer, India Business Unit, Hero MotoCorp, shared, “We are thrilled to be associated with Playground, a trailblazing platform that embodies the spirit of excitement and challenges. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to innovation and our belief in the power of gaming to bring people together. And, similarly our newest offering Xtreme 125R is a testimony of speed, precision and adrenaline rush aligns seamlessly with Playground – the high-impact, and action-packed gaming IP. This collaboration not only unfolds our foray into the world of gaming inspired entertainment and also builds the right connection with the GenZ audience.”
LG has reaffirmed their commitment by renewing their partnership and showcasing their state of art gaming TVs. Additionally, we welcome Too Yumm! as the Snacking partner and PUMA as the Athleisure partner, all dedicated to enhancing gaming entertainment to unprecedented levels. Together, we aim to deliver an unmatched experience brimming with drama, excitement, and fierce competition for our viewers.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to NODWIN Gaming for their invaluable partnership. As we embark on this journey together, Rusk Media and NODWIN Gaming are committed to working hand in hand to ensure the success of “Playground” and deliver an unparalleled entertainment experience to our audience. We look forward to the collaborative efforts ahead and the endless possibilities this partnership holds.
4, Mar 2024
NAR India and GAR Announce an Unprecedented Success at NARVIGATE 2024
INDIA – March 4, 2024 – In a historic collaboration, NAR India and GAR have achieved unparalleled success with the realization of NARVIGATE 2024 – a ground-breaking Industrial Real Estate convention and Warehousing Conclave that unfolded against the captivating backdrop of Goa. This event, held from February 29th to March 2nd, not only marked the 16th NAR-INDIA National Convention but also stands as a testament to the transformative power of collaboration, bringing together over 1200 industry leaders, visionaries, and experts from across India and the world.
The former Union Minister, Shri Suresh Prabhu, addressed the audience, stressing that “real estate acts as the bedrock fortifying the Indian economy, and with a forward-thinking government, the current advancements and innovations are essential and attainable.” Additionally, he underscored that “such gatherings play a pivotal role in nurturing heightened business activities and sector-specific transactions.”
Special Guest Mr. Mauvin Godinho, Minister of Transport, also addressed the participants. He expressed, “GOA is emerging as a focal point in the Real Estate sector. We are pleased to be on the brink of significant development. I applaud organizations like GAR and NAR-India for seizing this growth potential and organizing such a large-scale event in Goa. Such initiatives will not only contribute to Goa’s growth but will also have a positive impact on a national scale.”
NAR-India solidified its commitment to global cooperation by announcing Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with esteemed international associations, including the Northeast Florida Association of REALTORS® (USA), Greater Bergen REALTORS® (USA), and the Thai Real Estate Sales and Marketing Association (Thailand). These partnerships aim to enhance business development, education, and awareness among real estate professionals globally.
Key Highlights:
• The convention delved into the Goan real estate market, offering a comprehensive understanding of trends, dynamics, and investment opportunities. Experts from the IPB/Hi-Power Committee/Tourism shared valuable insights in a fireside chat.
• Renowned figures such as Rohit Gera, Managing Director of Gera Developers, and Sam Chopra delivered thought-provoking talks on the future of real estate, innovation, and challenges facing the sector.
• The convention featured diverse sessions, including motivational talks, fireside chats, and panel discussions, covering topics such as influencer marketing, technology’s impact on real estate, and the strategic value of channels.
• The event culminated in an awards ceremony, acknowledging the outstanding contributions of individuals across various fields, celebrating excellence and innovation. A motivational session with Ashutosh Rana, renowned actor and motivational speaker, titled “Transforming Adversity into Opportunity.”
• The convention facilitated exclusive networking sessions and business matchmaking events, providing a unique opportunity for interaction among Brokers, Developers, Landlords, Investors, Bankers, potential clients, and partners. Attendees leveraged personalized branding opportunities, ensuring optimal brand recall.
• The Innovation Showcase featured cutting-edge products and solutions, highlighting a commitment to technological advancement within the real estate sector. The impact of NARVIGATE 2024 extends beyond the event through post-event coverage and content distribution, ensuring continued visibility and recognition for participants.
Mr. Ravi Varma, Chairman Emeritus, Mr. Sumanth Reddy – Chairman (NAR India), Mr. Tarun Bhatia, Vice Chairman and Global Ambassador, Mr. Shivakumar C. R. – Immediate Past President (NAR India), Mr. Amit Chopra – President (NAR India), Mr. Chandresh Vithalani President-Elect (NAR India), Mr. Vikas Agarwal – Secretary (NAR India), Mr. Ashsish Mehta, Treasurer (NAR India), Mr. Ashwin Rasane Organising Secretary (NAR India), Mr. Mehul Vithalani – Director – West Zone (NAR India), Mr. Keshav Prabhu – President (GAR), Mr. Nitin Mehra – Chairperson Convention, Mr. Ravish Manchanda – Chairperson Expo & Conclave, Mr. Raj Mehta – Chairperson Hospitality & Registration addressed the media recently.
Various companies from the real estate sector enthusiastically took part in the conclave, showcasing their offerings through stalls. Noteworthy participants included Escala Realty, The Windsouls, All Warehouses, Privyr, Sumadhura Logistics Park, Manasum Senior Living, Rayna Properties, Northeast Florida Association of Realtors, Manas Developers, Gera, The Homes Collection, Central Park, Acron, Real Budget, and Real Budget Growth Ltd.
The event celebrated excellence through awards, recognizing contributors to the industry. Renowned figures led insightful sessions on logistics, e-commerce, sustainable development, and regulatory updates. Diverse professionals attended, discussing crucial topics like India’s role as a global manufacturing hub and technological integration in warehousing, fostering dialogue and collaboration.
The convention culminated in an awards ceremony, acknowledging outstanding contributions across various fields and featuring a motivational session with Ashutosh Rana, renowned actor, and motivational speaker. Exclusive networking sessions and business matchmaking events provided a unique opportunity for interaction among industry stakeholders.
Leadership figures from NAR India and GAR expressed their enthusiasm and pride in the success of NARVIGATE 2024, highlighting its role as a catalyst for positive change and excellence in the real estate sector.
Mr. Amit Chopra, President NAR-India, stated: “This ground-breaking Conclave serves as a testament to the collaborative spirit of NAR India and GAR, bringing together industry leaders to address pivotal challenges and pave the way for innovation in Industrial Real Estate & Warehousing.”
Mr. Sumanth Reddy, Chairman NAR-INDIA & MD IIRE, added: “The success of NARVIGATE 2024 reflects the commitment of industry leaders towards driving positive change and excellence in the real estate sector. We have so much more to look forward to.”
4, Mar 2024
2024’s Most Notable Retail Startups Announced by Retailers Association of India (RAI)
Mumbai, March 4th, 2024: In a grand ceremony during the Retail Leadership Summit 2024, the Retailers Association of India (RAI) unveiled the winners of the esteemed ‘Retail Startup Awards.’ This marks the seventh annual celebration of this event, aimed at spotlighting the most groundbreaking retail startups poised for significant impact in 2024. The awards instituted by RAI, are designed to honor entrepreneurial innovation within the retail sector.
The ‘Retail Startup Awards’ by RAI serve as a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit, acknowledging those who have transformed their visions and ideas into tangible, successful businesses. These awards shine a light on the unique contributions startups are making to the retail industry, bridging market gaps while enhancing customer experience through convenience and innovation.
“Through the awards, we’ve observed a vibrant variety of startups from every corner of India, showcasing the vast opportunities the retail sector has to offer to entrepreneurs across the country. It’s inspiring to see such innovative solutions coming forward, truly enriching the retail landscape. The winners of this year’s awards have demonstrated exceptional value to the industry, and we’re excited to celebrate their achievements,” commented Dr. Hitesh Bhatt, Director of Marketing and Communication at the Retailers Association of India (RAI).
The Retail Leadership Summit 2024 provided the perfect backdrop for the awards, underscoring RAI’s commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within India’s retail industry.
The entries were evaluated by the over-set criteria and a final shortlist of 10 innovative retail startups was presented to the grand jury comprising of Amit Sarda, Managing Director, Soulflower, and Arun Ganapathy, CFO, House of Anita Dongre.
The three retail startups that have emerged as the winners of the RAI Retail Startup Awards 2024:
Winners: GoPizza India
1st Runner Up: Nandus Foods Pvt Ltd
2nd Runner-Up: The Yellow Dwelling
The final shortlisted retail startups besides the winners were: Kelo Consumer Brands, Off & On, Tris Online Shopping, and Unihawk Ventures.
1, Mar 2024
National Lacrosse League: Ten Things to Know for Week 14
PHILADELPHIA, March 01 , 2024 – The National Lacrosse League (@NLL), the largest and most successful professional lacrosse property in the world, begins “The March to May,” as teams vie for the eight spots in the NLL Playoffs. The new standings format, in which teams are ranked 1-15 based on record regardless of geography, has helped make the postseason races tighter and more interesting than ever.
Which brings us to Week 14, and an overstuffed slate of nine contests including a Friday NLL Game of the Week on TSN doubleheader beginning with Georgia at Halifax (7 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. AT, TSN4, ESPN+, Peachtree Sports) followed by Buffalo at Vancouver (10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT, TSN1/4, ESPN+, CW23 Buffalo). NLL on ESPN has the Toronto at Las Vegas (10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT, ESPNU, TSN+) as well that night, with four total games Friday, four on Saturday and a matinee on Sunday featuring Rochester at Panther City (4 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. CT, ESPN+, TSN+, Bally Sports Southwest).
Here are 10 things to know about the NLL entering Week 14:
Keeping it Close: While Albany and Toronto are off to commanding 8-2 marks, with San Diego one click behind at 7-3, just two losses separate fourth-place Halifax (7-4) and 14th-place Rochester (3-6), making “The March to May” even more intriguing. All 15 NLL teams are within three games of the eighth and final playoff spot.
Metric Measurements: In this week’s “LaxMetrics Powered by the NLL,” NLL.com’s Cooper Perkins argues that Friday’s showdown between the Toronto Rock and San Diego Seals at Pechanga Arena (10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT, ESPNU, TSN+) is the best game of the season.
Groovie Goalie Goals: February 23 is semi-officially “Goalie Goal” day in the NLL. Albany’s Doug Jamieson (Ohsweken, Ont.) put one in net during the FireWolves’ win at Buffalo last week, one year to the date that Panther City’s Nick Damuee (Fonthill, Ont.) tallied a full-field marker at Colorado.
Teat Treats: New York’s Jeff Teat (Brampton, Ont.) heads up our look at the league’s offensive statistical leaders; with an NLL-best 35 goals through 11 games he’s on a pace to eclipse the 56 he tallied last year. Halifax’s Ryan Benesch (Elmira, Ont.) is next with 32 goals, followed by Georgia’s Lyle Thompson (Onondaga Nation, N.Y.) and San Diego’s Austin Staats (Six Nations, Ont.) with 29 each. Buffalo’s feed machine Dhane Smith (Kitchener, Ont.) is the runaway assist leader with 56, 10 more than second place Jesse King (Victoria, B.C.) of Calgary. Teat’s 73 points are five better than Buffalo’s Josh Byrne (New Westminster, B.C.) and six more than Smith.
Hang Loose: The scoring races are tight, but the widest disparity between a stats leader and his closest competitor is in the loose ball recoveries category, where Halifax’s Jake Withers (Peterborough, Ont.) has gobbled up 183, an astounding 16.6 per game, with Calgary’s Zach Currier (Peterborough, Ont.) second with 105 and Buffalo’s Ian MacKay (Port Elgin, Ont.) third with 101.
More than Wings: Mention Buffalo in the context of food and chicken wings are the usual response. Dhane Smith and his friends at Mr. Sizzle are out to change that with the introduction of “The Great Dhane,” a fried hot-honey chicken breast sandwich with pepper jack cheese and other goodies.
Rankings Stand Pat: NLL.com’s Adam Levi usually has a change or two or five in his Power Rankings, but teams mostly solidified their positions over the weekend. For the second straight week, the Toronto Rock, by virtue of a road win at Vancouver, keep the top spot, San Diego stays at No. 2 following a thrilling OT triumph over Georgia, and Halifax remains in third for the third straight week after rinsing the Rush in Saskatoon. Albany popped up one slot to No. 4, and the big mover was surging Calgary, which lifted three spots to No. 5 and is making noise after a win over Philadelphia for its third straight victory
Locally Shown: Eight of the nine scheduled games this weekend will have a local broadcast complementing the ESPN and TSN linear and digital options across the continent.
Community Minded: Some recent NLL team community projects include:
The Albany FireWolves have set up a series of clinics in local school districts with players like Justin Geddie (Victoria, B.C.), Tye Kurtz (Puslinch, Ont.), Will Johansen (Victoria, B.C.) and Sam Firth (Ottawa, Ont.) helping introduce the game in a program that includes stick donations and the establishment of local lacrosse clubs.
Members of the Buffalo Bandits lacrosse team visited Windermere Boulevard Elementary School in Amherst, where they worked with children in groups and introduced them to the sport of lacrosse
The Vancouver Warriors have provided local lacrosse fan Jayden with the opportunity to join the team at a practice session as part of the Variety Show of Hearts program and Global BC.
The San Diego Seals have partnered with the T. Claude and Gladys B. Ryan Family YMCA, located in San Diego’s Point Loma neighborhood, on its new outdoor practice facility and community athletic center. NLL.com’s Jon Rapoport detailed the commitment in this article on Tuesday and local television stations were present at the groundbreaking.
Promo World: A few of the events going on at NLL games weekend are:
- Halifax is hosting Country Night on Friday vs. Georgia (8 p.m. AT), filled wth country music, bull riding and more.
- Panther City will hold College Night in its first of two home game this weekend (Friday, 7 p.m. CT)
- Marvel Super Hero Days continue their way across the “NLLverse,” with Philadelphia (Saturday, 1 p.m. ET), Albany (Saturday, 7 p.m. ET), Colorado (Saturday, 7 p.m. MT), Panther City (Sunday, 3 p.m. CT).
- Las Vegas is hosting both its Every Child Matters and “Vegas got Talent” on Friday Night, with a free jersey to the first 1000 fans and a showcase of local talent and excitement for the whole family.
- The Vancouver Warriors will honor the rich history of the game with their First Nations Celebration Night vs. Buffalo (Friday, 7 p.m. PT).
- San Diego will also host its Every Child Matters Night (Saturday, 7 p.m. PT)
NLL Players reaching milestones last week included:
- Calgary forward Haiden Dickson (Delta, B.C.) now has 102 points after a goal and two assists vs. Philadelphia
- Colorado forward Eli McLaughlin (Surrey, B.C.) now has 301 assists after dishing out five vs. New York
- Halifax forward Clarke Petterson (Toronto) now has 100 goals after notching three vs. Saskatchewan
- Halifax forward Austin Shanks (Courtice, Ont.) now has 301 points after a two-goal, four-assist game vs. Saskatchewan
- Las Vegas forward Jack Hannah (Milford, Ohio) now has 104 points after two goals and three assists vs. Rochester
- Philadelphia forward Joe Resetarits (Hamburg, N.Y.) now has 704 points after scoring two goals and adding four assists vs. Calgary
- San Diego forward Austin Staats (Six Nations, Ont.) now has 301 points after a goal and five assists vs. Georgia
- Toronto goaltender Nick Rose (Orangeville Ont.) passed Mike Poulin for sixth all-time with 6257 after recording 45 stops vs. Vancouver
- Toronto forward Tom Schreiber (East Meadow, N.Y.) now has 502 points after a two-goal, four-assist effort vs. Vancouver
Player achievements within reach this week are:
- Buffalo forward Chris Cloutier (Kitchener, Ont.) needs two goals to reach 100
- Colorado defenseman Paul Dawson (Oakville, Ont.) needs five points to reach 100
- Colorado forward Tyson Gibson (Maple, Ont.) needs five assists to reach 100
- Colorado forward Connor Robinson (New Westminster, B.C.) needs four goals to reach 100; and one assist to reach 100; and five points to reach 200
- Georgia goaltender Brett Dobson (Oshawa, Ont.) needs one save to reach 1000
- Georgia forward Shayne Jackson (Bowmanville, Ont.) needs nine assists to reach 500
- Georgia forward Lyle Thompson (Onoondaga Nation, N.Y.) needs five points to reach 700
Halifax forward Ryan Benesch (Elmira, Ont.) needs one game played to pass Colin Doyle and Mark Steenhuis for eighth on the all-time list with 267; and nine goals to pass Dan Dawson for fourth on the all-time list with 552
- Las Vegas forward Zack Greer (Whitby, Ont.) needs seven assists to reach 300
- New York forward Connor Kearnan (Courtice, Ont.) needs four goals to reach 100
- New York forward Jeff Teat (Brampton, Ont.) needs 11 assists to reach 200
- Panther City forward Phil Caputo (Brampton, Ont.) needs five goals to reach 100
- Panther City forward Jonathan Donville (Oakville, Ont.) needs five assists to reach 100
- Philadelphia forward Ben McIntosh (Port Coquilam, B.C.) needs three goals to reach 300
- Philadelphia forward Joe Resetarits (Hamburg, N.Y.) needs seven goals to reach 300
- Rochester forward Curtis Knight (Oshawa, Ont.) needs two assists to reach 300
- Rochester forward Ryan Smith (Burlington, Ont.) needs four goals to reach 100; and five assists to reach 100; and nine points to reach 200
- San Diego forward Curtis Dickson (Port Coquitlam, B.C.) needs four goals (depending on teammate Dane Dobbie, see below) to pass Colin Doyle for sixth all-time with 528; and six points to become the 15th player to reach 1000
- San Diego forward Dane Dobbie (Elora, Ont.) needs one goal to pass Colin Doyle for sixth place on the all-time goals list with 528 (Ryan Benesch of Halifax now has 543)
- San Diego defenseman/transition player Jesse Gamble (Rockwood, Ont.) needs five points to reach 100
- San Diego forward Kyle Jackson (Sarnia, Ont.) needs seven points to reach 300
- San Diego forward Tre Leclaire (Surrey, B.C.) needs four points to reach 100
- Toronto forward Chris Boushy (Oakville, Ont.) needs two goals to reach 100
- Toronto forward Dan Craig (Shelburne, Ont) needs two points to reach 300
- Toronto forward Dan Lintner (Courtice, Ont.) needs two assists to reach 100
- Toronto forward Mark Matthews (Oshawa, Ont.) needs two points to become the 15th player all-time (depending on Curtis Dickson of San Diego) to reach 1000
- Toronto goaltender Nick Rose needs 17 minutes played to pass Dallas Eliuk for sixth all-time with 9,716
- Toronto forward Tom Schreiber (East Meadow, N.Y.) needs three goals to reach 200
- Vancouver forward Adam Charalambides (Georgetown, Ont.) needs four assists to reach 100
- Vancouver forward Kyle Killen (Caven, Ont.) needs nine points to reach 200
- Vancouver forward Ryan Martel (Aldergrove, B.C.) needs two points to reach 100
- Schedule – Week 14 (All Times Eastern)
Friday
- Georgia Swarm (6-6) at Halifax Thunderbirds (7-4), 7 p.m., NLL Game of the Week on TSN, TSN4, ESPN+, Peachtree Sports (Abbott, Gregoire, Docking)
- San Diego Seals (7-3) at Panther City Lacrosse Club (5-4), 8 p.m., ESPN+, TSN+, Bally Sports Southwest Extra (Thulin, Jernigan, Hale)
- Toronto Rock (8-2) at Las Vegas Desert Dogs (4-6), 10 p.m., NLL on ESPN, ESPNU, TSN+ (Kanell, Elliott, Werth)
- Buffalo Bandits (5-5) at Vancouver Warriors (2-8), 10 p.m., NLL Game of the Week on TSN, TSN1/4, ESPN+, My23 (T. Jenner, Challoner, Chand)
Saturday
- Calgary Roughnecks (5-5) at Philadelphia Wings (3-6), 1 p.m., ESPN+, TSN+, NBC Sports Philadelphia (Smith, Gabrielsen, McGuinness)
- New York Riptide (5-6) at Albany FireWolves (8-2), 7 p.m., ESPN+, TSN+, My4 (Bahl, McDaniels, Onorato)
- Saskatchewan Rush (3-5) at Colorado Mammoth (4-7), 9 p.m., ESPN+, TSN+, My4, Altitude Sports (Lindahl, Shewchuk, Gallant)
- Toronto Rock (8-2*) at San Diego Seals (7-3*), 10 p.m., NLL Saturday Showcase, ESPN+, TSN+, Fox5 (Perkins, Ossello, Michaels)
Sunday
- Rochester Knighthawks (3-6) at Panther City Lacrosse Club (5-4*), 4 p.m., ESPN+, TSN+, Bally Sports Southwest (Thulin, Jernigan, Hale)
1, Mar 2024
Al Shabab crowned SAFF Women’s U-17 Tournament champions with final victory against Al Hilal
Al Shabab were crowned champions of the inaugural Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) Women’s U-17 Tournament on Wednesday night following a memorable final at the Noon Academy Stadium in Jeddah – sealing victory with a 1-0 win against Al Hilal.
The road to SAFF Women’s U-17 Tournament glory began in November for Al Shabab in the group stages, where 18 teams from the Women’s Premier League, First Division League, and SAFF Regional Training Centers began their campaigns across four league-format groups.
After finishing top of Group 1 unbeaten with nine wins from 10 and 28 points from a possible 30, Al Shabab progressed to the knockout stages, beating Jeddah and Eastern Flames en route to the final – where Deem Saud’s strike secured victory.
Throughout the competition, the remarkable talent and copious potential of the Kingdom’s young female footballers were on full display – illustrating the rapid recent development of women’s football in Saudi Arabia. Over the last three months, the players and teams that featured captivated audiences with their skill, team spirit, and passion for the sport – showcasing the present-day excellence in women’s football.
In attendance at the final were Adwa AlArifi, Assistant Minister for Sports Affairs at the Ministry of Sport, Lamia Bahian, Vice President of SAFF, and Aalia AlRasheed, Head of the Women’s Football Department at SAFF.
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation commends every team that participated and extends its heartfelt congratulations to Al Shabab FC for their remarkable achievement in winning the SAFF Women’s U-17 Tournament.
The Federation also expresses its sincere appreciation to all players, coaches, and supporters for their unwavering enthusiasm and support which contributed to the success of the championship.
The SAFF Women’s U-17 Tournament was the latest example of the Federation’s commitment to promoting women’s football in the Kingdom and providing opportunities across the ecosystem. The aim now is to continue advancing women’s football, creating even more opportunities for female athletes to thrive and be empowered while building new foundations for future growth, development, and success.
