18, Jul 2023
Rimac Nevera Sets the Production Car Hill Record at 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed
The Rimac Nevera, already the fastest accelerating production car in the world and the production EV with the highest verified top speed, is now also the fastest electric production car to have ever taken on the famous Goodwood Festival of Speed hillclimb as well as the fastest overall production car this year. In the Supercar Shootout on the final day of the event, the Nevera set a time of 49.32 seconds.
The car – fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires – was driven throughout the weekend by Bugatti Rimac Chief Test and Development Driver, Miroslav Zrnčević, who famously spent most of his time on the hill in Nevera during 2022 sideways, in smoky drifts through every corner. But for 2023, the focus wasn’t just on putting on a show, it was on setting a record.
“Taking on the narrow hillclimb at Goodwood, with its tight corners and off-camber sections, is actually one of the scariest places to drive a car quickly. But this is the record-setting year for the Nevera, and Goodwood hillclimb was yet another challenge to conquer. With tens of thousands watching on-site and millions more online, there’s a fine-line between glory and a trip into the hay bales, but I’m so happy to have showcased the incredible work of the design and engineering teams with another verified record for this revolutionary car,” Miroslav Zrnčević, Chief Test and Development Driver, Bugatti Rimac
Throughout the Festival, Rimac Automobili hosted VIPs and customers at its track-side hospitality pavilion, and welcomed guests to join Miro in the car for the hill runs, able to experience for themselves the blistering speed and ability of a car that has been named Top Gear’s Best Electric Performance car, won a Robb Report Best of the Best Award and a GQ Hypercar of the Year.
Throughout the three days of the event, the Nevera wore a livery created by the Rimac design team, inspired by the Rimac BMW e-M3, the brainchild of Mate Rimac and the car that inspired Mate to create Rimac Automobili. Back in 2011, the e-M3 thrust Rimac into the limelight by setting a number of Guinness and FIA-approved all-electric speed records. And now history repeats itself. This livery was first debuted on the Nevera that broke 23 acceleration and performance records in a single day earlier in 2023.
Key to the Nevera’s speed is its advanced battery system, powertrain and software, all developed in-house at the Rimac Group. The front and rear powertrains – each composed of two individual motors – provide power to each wheel individually. At the rear, a 1MW dual inverter enables 900Nm and 470kW per motor, while an entirely bespoke front powertrain is designed to deliver optimum power and control. All systems are overseen by a complex web of in-house developed electronic control units, working in conjunction with an NVIDIA Pegasus-based supercomputer to calculate and send output to the four powertrain systems 100 times a second. The combination of all these systems, and the software that controls them, is known as Rimac All-Wheel Torque Vectoring 2.
The Rimac Nevera is limited to 150 examples and it is currently being built on the outskirts of Zagreb, with deliveries ongoing to customers all over the world.
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18, Jul 2023
Yi Jing at Sheraton New Delhi Showcases the Culinary Artistry of Master Chef Liang
Skilfully blending robust and tantalizing flavours of Chinese cuisine
Experience a tantalising lineup of Chinese specialties at Yi Jing as Chef Liang from ITC Maratha, Mumbai infuses time-honored classics with meticulous presentation, and truly unique yet authentic flavours.
One could indulge in a signature repertoire of delectable specialties, a harmonious marriage of spice and subtlety, curated by the seasoned virtuoso of Chinese cuisine, Chef Liang. Chef Liang always has a creative edge and Chinese cuisine is his favourite and forte. Honoured with several prestigious honours from around the world, he has won the hearts of international dignitaries in an illustrative career spanning over four decades.
Each dish on the limited edition TDH menu highlights his unique culinary flair, combining traditional flavours with contemporary creativity. Available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options having offerings such as Stuffed Lotus Stem with Crispy Garlic, Prawns with Crispy Crumb and Sesame, Sichuan Double Fried Pork, Spicy Chongqing Noodles with Mushrooms, and more, alongside wine-pairing option for a celebratory dining experience.
Yi Jing at Sheraton New Delhi draws inspiration from the essence and meaning of its title. ‘Yi’ means ‘to change’ and ‘Jing’ refers to ‘the classic’, presenting a cuisine philosophy that combines simplicity with contemporary interpretations. The culinary team led by Master Chef Deepak Pujari oversees the curation of offerings from across the diverse regions of China.
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17, Jul 2023
ACC’s Deekali Plastic Waste Project is First in Africa to Earn VERRA Plastic Credit Registration
Global corporates can now purchase verified plastic credits to support reduction of massive plastic blight overwhelming the African continent, starting in Senegal
DAKAR, Senegal – July 17, 2023 – Africa Carbon & Commodities (ACC), an organization driving sustainable solutions for environmental challenges in Africa, today announced the Deekali Plastic Project in Senegal is the first plastic credit project in Africa to meet the stringent requirements for registration for the VERRA Plastic Waste Reduction Standard. The Deekali project now offers global corporate entities the first chance to offset their plastics footprint through the purchase of plastic credits that will support the growth of a circular economy in developing countries while helping to mitigate Africa’s massive plastic problem that threatens oceans and the environment.
The Deekali Plastic Project in Senegal is one of only four programs globally to meet the VERRA requirements for plastic credits. A total of 34 projects around the world are listed on the VERRA directory, currently going through the approval and registration process. For every verified credit, one ton of plastic is removed from the environment or recycled in order to meet the VERRA standard. Under project development lead ACC, the Deekali Plastics Project underwent a two- year VERRA review process and an independent one year audit ensuring the project met all social and environmental requirements as well as monitoring of the plastic waste from its source to its end destination.
The Deekali Project: ACC monitoring staff with employees from one of its recycling centers.
“Gaining the registration status from VERRA is a remarkable achievement, and now plastic credits can be purchased by global companies and organizations, allowing corporates to make a difference in Senegal, a Least Developed Country, which is suffering from immense plastic pollution,” said Nicole Dewing, ACC co-founder and managing director. “The registration marks a major milestone in ACC’s fight against plastic waste in Africa. The program is a necessary tool to start the plastic recovery revolution.”
“ACC’s vision is to use the plastic credits program to help eliminate plastic waste from dumps, landfills, public areas, beaches, and households in Senegal, as well as provide meaningful and well-paid jobs to local residents,” Dewing continued.
The plastic crisis in Senegal is due to an inadequate infrastructure for managing waste and/or poorly or non-enforced regulations on use. While the country has a fraction of the U.S. population, it produces twice the volume of the United States’ mismanaged plastic waste. Senegal’s 521-kilometer coastline is particularly vulnerable.
“Plastic waste in Senegal not only causes very harmful air pollution when it’s burned, but also significantly impacts our marine life, and (by extension) the livelihoods of local fishing communities,” explained Mamdou Sarr, ACC co-founder and executive director. “The plastic credits program provides an incentive for global companies to help developing countries, have a more positive impact, and be a part of the solution.”
How the Deekali Project Works
The internationally approved plastic credit program of VERRA—similar in concept to the more-established and familiar carbon offset credit programs—is a private-to-private market-based system, with a goal of establishing a circular economy. Companies worldwide seeking to find a way to offset their plastic footprint can now purchase plastic credits, and help where the problem is most acute – countries in which solid waste management is nonexistent or inadequate.
The Deekali plastic credit project brings together hundreds of plastic waste collectors and three recycling facilities to combat this blight at the grassroots level. Cash generated by plastic credit sales pays for plastic waste collection targeting either removal from the environment or recycling. The plastic waste is recycled into chips and granules and sold to plastic manufacturers to replace virgin plastic. The Project also produces plastic lumber that is made from 100% recycled plastic, which is used to manufacture school desks, stools, chairs, tables and much more – essentially anything that can be manufactured with lumber.
Macoumba Diagne, director of one of the recycling companies in the Deekali Project, points out that the plastic credits allow his operations to increase the company’s collection and recycling capacity through modernization of its production lines, as well as recruit new employees, and improve employees’ working environment. His employee programs include “One Employee, One Roof,” enabling pre-financing of ecological and affordable housing.
About Africa Carbon & Commodities (ACC)
Africa Carbon & Commodities (ACC) is a leading project developer dedicated to driving sustainable solutions for environmental challenges in Africa. ACC pioneers innovative projects that combat climate change, promote sustainable practices and empower local communities. With a strong focus on plastic waste reduction and recycling, ACC is actively involved in creating a circular economy and supporting organizations in offsetting their plastic footprint. For more information, visit www.acc.sn | info@acc.sn.
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16, Jul 2023
Arrcus Unveils Game-Changing Networking Solution to Fuel India’s Tech Revolution
India – July 16, 2023 – Arrcus, the hyperscale networking software company and a leader in core, edge and multi-cloud network infrastructure, today announced the availability of its ACE routing and switching solutions to support the explosive growth of Digital India. With an online economy projected to exceed $1 trillion by 20301, India is leading the way in terms of digital payments, large-scale mobile connectivity, and AI-driven automation. To meet the stringent networking demands of these applications, Arrcus routing and switching solutions bring a combination of scale and performance with extremely attractive economics to network operators and enterprise customers.
“We are excited to introduce our ACE platform as well as our flagship ArcOS network operating system to India”, said Shekar Ayyar, chairman and CEO of Arrcus.
“We understand the unique challenges and opportunities this market presents and are pleased to offer a solution that saves substantial cost without any compromises on performance for datacentre switching, 5G routing, and multi – cloud networking”.
India’s digital transformation has witnessed unprecedented growth, fuelled by initiatives such as the Aadhar card, United Payments Interface (UPI), and Digi locker. As of February 2023, India boasts approximately 700 million active internet users, generating a staggering 2 million Terabytes of data daily. Such rapid growth requires an agile, distributable networking infrastructure. Traditional legacy routing and switching solutions in India are a huge bottleneck because of their rigid architectures and high cost. Recognizing this challenge, Arrcus offers a modern network architecture that can be cost-effectively deployed across various use cases, including the edge, core, and multi-cloud environments.
Arrcus’ routing and switching can be deployed on white box hardware from multiple manufacturers, freeing customers from vendor lock-in. ArcOS also provides advanced capabilities, including support for 400G ethernet speeds, distributed AI workloads, hybrid cloud environments, advanced traffic engineering, and API-first architectures. Compared to legacy networking solutions, Arrcus delivers substantial total cost of ownership (TCO) savings of up to 40%.
With its cost-effective, programmable, virtualized, and scalable networking platform, Arrcus is now ready to empower organizations across India to unlock the full potential of Digital India, supported by an exceptionally talented group of R&D and customer engineering from Bangalore, San Jose and other global locations.
16, Jul 2023
Kairav Jain Wins Brand Shoot Contract with BlitzzToday
Kairav Jain, a 4-year-old model, won a brand shoot contract with BlitzzToday. He shoot for the products – Glucon-D, Aquaguard recently. He is the son of Shri Rajesh Jain and Smt. Varsha Jain belongs to Bangalore.
A few months back, Kairav did shoot for the most popular brand – Amazon and Flipkart. Recently, he participated in the audition for KGFW by JAS Studio in Bangalore Hotel Grand Mercure for season 4 and selected JAS Studio finale. He participated in India Kids Fashion Week (IKFW) on 14 July and selected for the Grand finale – IKFW.
16, Jul 2023
World Youth Skills Day held at British Lingua
New Delhi, 16th July 2023: Marking the occasion of World Youth Skills Day, a seminar on the need for skilled teachers, trainers, and youth for a transformative future was held at British Lingua, an institute of international repute for English communication skills.
“Everyone is required to have a set of life skills for a comfortable life, and further to fit into today’s job market, youth must equip themselves with the current requirement of skill set wherein a fair degree of knowledge of communicative English is the need of the hour for a decent lifestyle.”, said Dr. Birbal Jha, noted author and Managing Director of British Lingua which has a track record of imparting English skills training to more three lac and fifty thousand trainees.
“You will be left behind if you fail to keep pace with the time and look over what the job market looks forward to. It would be highly advisable for the young generation to understand and appreciate the current employability skills coupled with soft skills needed,” added Dr. Jha, the author of ‘English for Social Justice in India’.
“It was 2014 when the United Nations General Assembly declared 15 July as World Youth Skills Day, to annually celebrate the strategic importance of equipping youth with skills for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship.”, pointed Dr Jha while addressing a gathering at British Lingua, Delhi.
The theme fixed for the current year was ‘skilling teachers, trainers, and youth for a transformative future’ with the highlights of the essential role that teachers, trainers, and other educators play in providing skills for youth to transition to the job market and to actively engage in their communities and societies.
Technological advancements and shifting job market dynamics increasingly call for agile and adaptable skill sets. We must empower our youth to navigate these changes effectively.
“Technical and vocational education and training have to be well-placed to meet these demands. This could be done by ensuring that skills gained are relevant, recognized, and certified, promoting green skills and practices, and offering skills development opportunities for youth”, opined Dr Jha.
“On World Youth Skills Day what is needed is to unite in recognizing the potential of today’s youth as agents for change and commit to providing them with the skills and opportunities they need to build a prosperous and sustainable world for today and tomorrow”, said Dr Birbal Jha in a concluding remark.
15, Jul 2023
MILAP Publications Launches ‘League Of Extraordinary Young Writers’ to Inspire Young Minds
# Teenage author Soumya Nigam’s book, ‘The Day After Yesterday’ is a collection of poetry brimming with deep philosophy.
Delhi, 15th July 2023-
MILAP Publications is proud to introduce its latest program, the ‘League Of Extraordinary Young Writers,’ designed to ignite the creative potential of young minds. This program aims to inspire and empower children to achieve their full potential through the art of storytelling.
Under the visionary leadership of Mr. Yogi Suri, MILAP Publications firmly believes in the power of young minds and their boundless creativity. The launch event at Kiran Nadar Museum of Art on 15th July witnessed esteemed guests, including dignitaries, educationists, parents, children, and future members of the League of Extraordinary Young Writers, gathered to celebrate the occasion and unveil Soumya’s book, ‘The Day After Yesterday.’
“We believe in the power of young mind and frosting creativity. Our mission is to craft stories that ignite minds, touch hearts, and leave a lasting impact on the world,” said Mr. Yogi Suri, Founder of MILAP Publications. “We believe in the power of young minds and fostering creativity. The League of Extraordinary Young Writers is our endeavor to inspire young talent and help them achieve their dreams.”
The launch event featured the presence of the illustrious Shivani Wazir Pasrich, a remarkable figure renowned for her achievements in activism and performing arts, as well as her work with children. Shivani Wazir Pasrich, along with Mr. Yogi Suri, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, adding an extra layer of significance and prestige to the event.
Shivani Wazir Pasrich, expressed her admiration for the program, saying, “The League of Extraordinary Young Writers program by Milap Publications is a wonderful initiative that nurtures the creative talents of young authors and provides them with a platform to showcase their writing skills. It is truly unique and inspiring.”
“Being a part of the League of Extraordinary Young Writers program has been a transformative experience for me. It has given me the confidence to showcase my writing and has opened up opportunities for my literary career,” said, Author Poetess Sowmya Nigam.
MILAP Publication’s ‘ League of Extraordinary Young Writers ‘ is not merely limited to publishing books but also aims to provide a comprehensive platform for children to explore their creativity fully. Through this program, young talents will receive guidance and support to channel their creative ideas effectively.
Mr . Suri shared the inspiration behind launching the League of Extraordinary Young Writers, stating, “One of the reasons I started LXY was to spend more time with my children. However, now they are telling me that I don’t spend enough time with them due to LXY. Parents often ask me what they can expect from the program, and my answer is simple: be amazed by your child’s creative potential.”
The League of Extraordinary Young Writers goes beyond traditional publishing techniques and introduces young authors to innovative tools and technologies of the future. Whether it’s writing a fantasy novel or exploring other creative endeavors, the program offers invaluable assistance in creating consistent and logical worlds while preserving the originality and authenticity of young storytellers.
“We understand the importance of logical reasoning to this generation. Hence, we have developed tools to enhance the creative process and ensure that their efforts are not wasted,” emphasized Mr. Yogi Suri.
An avid reader Dr. Anubhav Verma said, “Soumya Nigam’s book of poetry, ‘The Day After Yesterday,’ is a mesmerizing masterpiece that weaves emotions into lyrical verses. It showcases Soumya’s profound understanding of the human experience, leaving readers captivated and introspective. A true gem in the realm of contemporary poetry.”
Mr. Suri concluded, “We invite parents, children, and anyone involved in or interested in the world of storytelling to explore the League of Extraordinary Young Writers. Let us continue to unleash our superhero creativity, one story at a time. Your creativity knows no bounds.”
For more information about the League of Extraordinary Young Writers program and Milap Publications, please visit – www.milappublications.com
15, Jul 2023
IIITH Celebrates Corporate Founders Day as part of its Silver Jubilee Celebrations
Hyderabad, July 2023…..: As part of IIITH’s Silver Jubilee Celebrations, the International Institute of Information Technology(IIIT) Hyderabad celebrated its Founders Day here on its Campus at Gachibowli in a late evening function on Friday.
Ms. Debjani Ghosh. the President of NASSCOM joined virtually. Mr Jayesh Ranjan, Principal Secretary, Govt of Telangana graced along with Prof Raj Reddy, founding and present chairman of IIITH’s governing council.
The event, which was attended by industry leaders included the felicitation of IIITH’s 6 corporate founding partners namely IBM, Oracle, Metamor, Microsoft, Motorola, and Satyam, interesting conversations around research trends, and a showcase of emerging technologies.
It was encouraging to see the presence of industry leaders from across tech industries from Hyderabad and across the country. The industry has played a key role through IIITH’s 25 years in funding research, and innovation and also hiring IT students.
Congratulating IIITH on its 25th milestone, Ms. Debjani Ghosh said, “Nasscom partnered with IIIT Hyderabad, as a founding partner during its inception in 1998, to put the plan in place towards making India a true talent hub for the rest of the nation. The vision was to build a dedicated institute that would focus on technology learning and research with very strong industry partnerships. The pedagogy was designed to prepare students with experiential learning and entrepreneurship approach. Overall I think the lack of legacy combined with the innovative governance model that was available in the PPP model tremendously helped us. And while India now has 20 IIITs, IIIT Hyderabad is the only institution where Nasscom is a founding partner and we are very proud of this association, this partnership, and the journey that we have been on together. It is just fantastic to see what this institute has achieved over the past 25 years under the leadership of Prof. Raj Reddy, Prof. P J Narayanan, and the entire team”.
Mr Jayesh Rajan while addressing 250 plus gathering said the State Government is also immensely benefited from IIIT Hyderabad. It is a jewel in our crown, he said. He added that the State had made tremendous progress in the last 9 years, unlike any other state in the country. He asked three things from IIITH. Leverage your quality education for the benefit of 256 engineering and other colleges in the state. The second thing he asked was to work with Government, on societal problems and solutions. The third thing he asked was to make the excellency of your faculty available to other colleges, industries, and society at large.
Prof Raj Reddy spoke about education and research. IIIT H is known for project-oriented learning, learning by doing. This is going to be the center of learning in the future. The future of education is going to be the Waterloo Model. This model allows partly to study and partly to work.
Mr. Srini Raju, Governing Council member spoke about Vision 2050. He said it is neither the government nor the private institute. It is truly a public institute. This education model had a ripple effect and a lot of institutions have come up with this model. IIITH has been successful in the past 25 years in giving good and quality engineers to industries he said. He urged corporates to join in its journey.
Prof P.J Narayanan, Director said IIIT is a public institute. It is the institute by the society, for the society, and of the society. It is governed by the enlightened board of the governing council. Speaking further he added that no software product can be produced in the world without India being in it
15, Jul 2023
5 AIDC companies with its innovative automation bolstering the retail & manufacturing sector
With the rapid advent of digitalization with emerging technology like IoT, Machine Learning, AI & 3D printing taking center stage, The Automatic identification & data capture (AIDC) segment was born and bolstered. And by 2022, AIDC solutions which were aimed at identifying, tracking, and tracing records and communicating essential data to provide fast and accurate results play a role of a game-changer to revolutionize the retail & manufacturing sector.
The AIDC market started off with a mere start of 4-6%, picked up lightning speed post-2021, driven by stronger demand observed for automation in logistics workflow to support the in-demand sector like E-commerce & Omni-channel fulfillment. The Global AIDC Market was valued at US$ 39.5 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 14.4% and will be valued at US$ 80.7 billion in 2030
The AIDC technology such as Barcode scanners, and point-of-sale (POS) coupled with QR & RFIDs tags worked wonders for the retail sector, logistics, and manufacturing with respect to inventory management, track & trace, shipment management, and eventually aiding in improving operational efficiency
Looking at this window of opportunity, leveraging innovative automation, these AIDC companies worked towards coming up with modern automation tools to streamline output productivity and optimize workforce efficiency whilst improving accuracy rates.
Newland AIDC: Newland AIDC was founded in 1999 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Newland Digital Technology ( Listed company, Stock code: 000997); with over 20 years of R&D in data capturing & enterprise mobility, Newland AIDC has become one of the leading companies in automatic identification and data capture industry.
Zebra Technologies: Zebra empowers organizations to thrive in the on-demand economy by making every front-line worker and asset at the edge visible, connected, and fully optimized. With an ecosystem of more than 10,000 partners across more than 100 countries, Zebra serves customers of all sizes – including 94% of the Fortune 100 – with an award-winning portfolio of hardware, software, services, and solutions that digitize and automate workflows.
Honeywell Automation: Honeywell Automation India Limited (HAIL) is a ~$350 million+ company listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). It was incorporated in India in 1984 and its registered office is in Hadapsar, Pune. HAIL is a leader in providing integrated automation and software solutions, including process solutions and building solutions.
Cognex: The world’s leading provider of vision systems, software, sensors, and industrial barcode readers used in manufacturing automation. Cognex’s vision helps companies improve product quality, eliminate production errors, lower manufacturing costs, and exceed consumer expectations for high-quality products at an affordable price.
Datalogic: It is a global technology leader in the automatic data capture and factory automation markets, specialized in the designing and production of barcodes mobile computers, radio-frequency identification, sensors for detection, measurement and safety, vision and laser marking systems.
15, Jul 2023
Prasanna Venkatesh appointed as the Director of Food and Beverage at Pullman & Novotel New Delhi Aerocity
New Delhi, July 2023- It is with great pleasure that Pullman and Novotel New Delhi Aerocity announces the appointment of Prasanna Venkatesh as the Director of Food and Beverage. By bringing an unwavering commitment and knowledge to the position, he will assure the hotel’s continuing success in providing extraordinary dining experience to the guests.
Prasanna Venkatesh has over 17 years of expertise along with an established track record of innovation and leadership in the hospitality industry. He has previously worked for some of the most prestigious hotel chains in the world, including the Westin Hyderabad, TGP International UK, Hilton Dubai, Westin Dubai, and Sun Resort Mauritius, where he achieved outstanding performance in matters of guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. His key achievements mark being a part of Dubai Expo 2020 opening and he has also contributed in opening some renowned brands such as Cafe Milano, Long Chim and the first African cuisine Food Hall in Dubai.
As the Director of Food and Beverage at Pullman and Novotel New Delhi Aerocity, Venkatesh will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s diverse dining establishments while maintaining sustainable practices, taking care of budgeting and cost control, looking after supply chain management to ensure the highest standards of culinary excellence for guests. His leadership and strategic vision will play a vital role in maintaining and elevating the hotel’s reputation as a premier destination for the gourmet audience of the city.
Prasanna Venkatesh underlined his passion and commitment to preserving the hotel’s standing as a top spot for eager travelers. He stated, “I am privileged to spearhead a team of exceptional talent in an establishment renowned for its trusted hospitality. It is with great pride that I embrace this appointment. My utmost dedication lies in upholding and enhancing the hotel’s distinguished legacy, curating extraordinary dining experiences which are created with love, passion and of course excellence.”
Pullman and Novotel New Delhi Aerocity looks forward to an exciting future under the leadership of its new Director of Food and Beverage. With his extensive industry knowledge and commitment to excellence, the team will continue to thrive, exceeding guest expectations and setting new benchmarks in culinary excellence.
