The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) is a statutory body set up under an Act of Parliament in the year 1959. The Institute as a part of its obligation, regulates the profession of Cost and Management Accountancy, enrols students for its courses, provides coaching facilities to the students, organizes professional development programmes for the members and undertakes research programmes in the field of Cost and Management Accountancy. The Institute pursues the vision of cost competitiveness, cost management, efficient use of resources and structured approach to cost accounting as the key drivers of the profession. In today’s world, the profession of conventional accounting and auditing has taken a back seat and cost and management accountants increasingly contribute towards the management of scarce resources like funds, land and apply strategic decisions. This has opened up further scope and tremendous opportunities for cost accountants in India and abroad.
The Institute functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, having four Regional Councils at Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai, 117 Chapters in India and 11 Overseas Centres. The Institute is the largest Cost & Management Accounting body in the world with about 1,00,000 qualified CMAs and over 5,00,000 students pursuing the CMA Course. The Institute is a founder member of International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), Confederation of Asian and Pacific Accountants (CAPA) and South Asian Federation of Accountants (SAFA). The Institute is also an Associate Member of ASEAN Federation of Accountants (AFA) and member of the Council of International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC), UK.
National Seminar on International Management Accounting Day
The National Seminar titled “Navigating the New Frontier: Management Accounting in the Era of RealTime Insights, Sustainable Growth, and Cybersecurity” is organized by the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) to celebrate International Management Accounting Day. This event aims to explore the evolving landscape of management accounting in today’s dynamic business environment. Topics to be covered include leveraging real-time insights for decision-making, driving sustainable growth strategies, and addressing the critical role of cybersecurity in financial management. Participants can expect insightful discussions, expert presentations, and networking opportunities to enhance their understanding of contemporary management accounting practices.
This Seminar will be immensely beneficial for professionals both in practice and in service. For those in practice, it offers insights into cutting-edge techniques and tools to optimize client services, enhance business performance, and stay competitive in the market. Similarly, professionals in service will gain valuable knowledge to streamline internal processes, improve financial reporting accuracy, and contribute effectively to organizational growth and resilience. By attending this seminar, participants can acquire practical skills and strategic insights essential for navigating the complexities of modern management accounting, ultimately advancing their careers and delivering greater value to their clients or organizations.
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Pune, April 2024: Kinetic Group proudly announced the inauguration of the Arun Firodia Research Floor at the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Powai. The inauguration ceremony, held on Friday, 5th April 2024, was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Subhasis Chaudhuri, Director of IIT, faculty heads, students, and members of the Kinetic family.
Arun Firodia, an alumnus of IIT Bombay, has been a pivotal figure in India’s engineering and automotive landscape, exemplifying innovation, entrepreneurship, and a deep commitment to advancing engineering education.
Dr. Arun Firodia, known as “Mr. R & D” has created revolutionary products like the famous Kinetic Luna, which gave mobility to common man and Kinetic Honda which ushered an era of independence and freedom for women. Arun Firodia has always emphasized on the development of indigenous technology and “Make in India”. Recently, he has developed range of Electric Vehicles to eliminate pollution in the country. He has also played an eminent part in developing innovations like the earthquake warning system, digital nose to trace out drugs and explosives, “Divya Nayan” that reads a book, Cooking Machine etc. The President of India honoured him with Padmashri (2012), one of the highest civilian honours in recognition of his contribution to nation building.
Arun Firodia received his B.Tech with distinction in Electrical Engineering from IIT, Mumbai in 1965. He then went to USA for his post-graduation and received Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from World’s Top Engineering University, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) in USA. He also completed MS in Management at ‘Sloan School of Management” at MIT.
IIT Bombay had awarded him the prestigious Distinguished Alumnus Award and MIT recognized his contributions with the Distinguished Alumnus Award for his unparalleled achievement and exceptional service to country, society and MIT. The automobile industry of India bestowed him with the ‘Hall of Pride’ Award by CII, SIAM & ACMA, in association with Overdrive for Lifetime contribution to automotive industry.
Speaking about the occasion of the inauguration at IIT Bombay, Dr. Arun Firodia, Chairman, Kinetic Group, said, “IIT Bombay was just established as a world-class institution when I graduated as one of its first alumni, and it is now one of the finest engineering education institutions globally. My education at IIT instilled in me a belief in innovation and the ‘Make in India’ ethos, which has been fundamental to my journey and that of the Kinetic Group. I express my gratitude to my Alma Mater and offer my best wishes to the future engineers of India, who will certainly play a significant role in shaping the world.”
Mr. Subhasis Chaudhuri, Director, IIT Bombay, commended Dr. Firodia’s dedication to excellence, remarking, “We are delighted to recognize Dr. Arun Firodia’s outstanding achievements in contributing to bringing ease of mobility to common people in India with the inauguration of the Arun Firodia Research Floor. Our distinguished Alumnus, Dr. Firodia, is a true pioneer and we are proud of him. Naming this floor after him symbolizes our deep appreciation of his contribution to IIT and the field of engineering and reaffirms our commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation at IIT Bombay. We thank him for his contribution to furthering the advanced research work at IIT, Bombay.”
The ceremony, attended by esteemed dignitaries including the Director of IIT Bombay, department heads, family members, and members of the Kinetic family, was a celebration of academic excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Kinetic Group remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and inclusivity, both within the group and beyond. The inauguration of the Arun Firodia Research Floor is a testament to Kinetic’s dedication to supporting educational institutions and empowering future generations of engineers and innovators.
]]>New Delhi: March 2024, NIXI(National Internet Exchange of India) is proud to announce the launch of the BhashaNet portal for the upcoming UA Day, scheduled to take place on March 21, 2024, at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi, India. This will be the second event hosted between NIXI and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), underscoring their joint commitment to promoting Universal Acceptance (UA) and advancing digital inclusion across the nation. In addition, it’s noteworthy that ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) and the Internet Governance division, MeitY, Government of India are actively supporting UA Day.
The theme of the event, “BhashaNet: Impetus Towards Universal Acceptance,” highlights NIXI’s dedication to ensuring that individuals, regardless of language or script, can fully participate in the digital world.
Through UA Day, NIXI and MeitY aim to mobilisestakeholders and raise awareness about the importance of UA readiness in today’s digital landscape. The event will feature engaging sessions, including keynote addresses, panel discussions and technical workshops, led by distinguished speakers from various sectors. These discussions will focus on the significance of UA and the steps needed to achieve widespread acceptance.
Shri S Krishnan, Secretary MeitY Government of India,will grace the event as the Chief Guest, further emphasising the government’s support for digital inclusivity initiatives.
Shri Shushil Pal, Joint Secretary Meity Government of India, will also be gracing the event. His presence underscores the government’s unwavering support and dedication to initiatives aimed at promoting digital inclusivity and Universal Acceptance (UA).
Dr. Devesh Tyagi, CEO of NIXI, expressed enthusiasm about the event, stating, “Universal acceptance is a pivotal aspect in our journey towards digital inclusivity. Through UA Day, we reinforce our commitment to bridging linguistic divides and ensuring every voice is heard in the digital sphere.
To know more about the event and participation visit below link: https://uaday.in/
About NIXI:Set up on 19th June 2003, the National Internet Exchange of India is a not-for-profit (Section 8) company under the aegis of the Ministry of Electronics and Information technology, Government of India, and is tasked to increase internet penetration and adoption in India by facilitating the various infrastructure aspects to enable the internet ecosystem to be managed and used by the masses. The four services which come under the National Internet Exchange of India are setting IXPs, towards building Internet Exchange Points, .IN Registry towards building the .in domain digital identity, IRINN towards IPv4 and IPv6 addresses adoption and Data Centre services under NIXI-CSC towards data storage services.
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Glance Smart Lock Screen Trends Report India 2024 captures the unique content consumption trends on Smart Lock Screens
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Report finds that LIVE finds a new destination on Smart Lock Screen
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National News, Sports, and Entertainment are the top three content categories on Smart Lock Screen
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Content in regional languages receives 2x more engagement as compared to those in English
India/Singapore, March 2024: Glance, one of the world’s leading Smart Lock Screen platforms, has released the Glance Smart Lock Screen Trends Report India 2024, which highlights a significant shift in user engagement with digital content. The report finds that rise of ‘glancing’ has emerged as a phenomenon for discovering personalized content and experiences on Smart Lock Screen. This trend, observed among 235 million active users on the platform, offers a fresh approach to content consumption compared to traditional app-based browsing. It effectively tackles issues such as information overload, irrelevant content, and app fatigue.
Since its inception in 2019, Glance has revolutionised content discovery for hundreds of millions of users, by providing personalised content on their smart lock screen. The report highlights that users across the board are increasingly turning to their Glance Smart Lock Screen to get LIVE updates of major premium events, for which television used to be a preferred medium not long ago. For instance, from IPL and Cricket World Cup to FIFA WC Qualifiers, Men’s Kabaddi and Women’s cricket, Glance Smart Lock Screen provided real-time updates to millions of sports lovers through 2023. During IPL and Cricket World Cup alone, the live score widget provided on the Glance Lock Screen attracted an impressive 3.5 million daily active users (DAUs). Similarly, Glance also presented exclusive content and LIVE shows on the iconic reality TV show, Bigg Boss Season 17, generating 6 billion glances throughout the season.
The report highlights another compelling trend, which is the active pursuit and engagement of users with content in their preferred languages. Content served in regional languages received nearly 550 million ‘glances’ from users on a daily basis. Notably, among the top 25 content pieces in the last year, 10 were regionally centered on subjects like news, movies, and local topics. Users tapped into regional language content almost twice as much as English content, underscoring the growing demand for personalized linguistic experiences.
Regarding user consumption, the top three content categories were national news, sports, and entertainment, accounting for 19%, 18%, and 16% respectively. National events like G20 and Chandrayaan served 4 billion and 2 billion glances respectively, emphasizing that the country’s advancement on the global stage generates great enthusiasm among Indian users.
The report found that 55% of the users who accessed content on their mobile lock screens were from tier-1 cities while tier-II and III cities are also fast catching up with 45% share. In terms of demographics, ‘glancing’ as a phenomenon has spread to different age groups though it’s heavily tilted towards users in the age group of 24 and below with a share of 47%. In terms of gender, male population are more inclined to discover and consume content on their Smart Lock Screens than female, with a ratio of 61:39, the report found.
Bikash Chowdhury, Chief Marketing Officer, Glance, said, “With over 235 million Indians engaging with content and internet experiences through their Smart Lock Screens, Glance is uniquely positioned to understand the pulse of the users across the nation. Our Glance Smart Lock Screen Trends Report India 2024 captures these distinctive user habits, throwing light on this dynamic space and showcasing how Glance enriches every moment of their lives. As we progress, we remain dedicated to delivering intuitive experiences that align with our users’ discernment, intelligence, and foresight, ultimately enhancing the broader ecosystem.”
Glance empowers the entire ecosystem including advertisers, brands, and developers, by providing them with a user-friendly, relevant, and premium Lock Screen surface. This offers them a unique opportunity to enhance consumer engagement on devices through innovative experiences. These experiences not only promote content consumption but also encourage active participation, enabling users to explore new destinations via Glance. Over the past year, Glance has collaborated with more than 300 advertisers, brands, and developers, facilitating connections with their audiences nationwide.
Vasuta Agarwal, Chief Business Officer, InMobi Group said, “With India’s shift to a mobile-first market, consumer interaction dynamics are rapidly evolving. Users seek seamless experiences, valuing instant access to information, services, and entertainment even before unlocking their smartphones. This transformation highlights the lock screen’s newfound significance as a dynamic platform for brands and advertisers to engage meaningfully with consumers.”
With over 80% surge in content consumption, navigating in today’s information heavy world becomes a daunting task. The typical smartphone experience involves switching between countless apps, resulting in user fatigue and a staggering 75% drop off within the first day for most apps. Glance, an AI-driven platform, aims to change this landscape. Operating directly on Android lock screens across 20+ content categories (such as news, sports, instant games, entertainment, fashion, and more), Glance offers easy, relevant, premium content and experiences on Smart Lock Screens. Glance achieves this without users needing to unlock their phones or download multiple apps or spend time searching for content.
Last year, Glance made its debut in Japan, and the platform is now expanding its presence to other regions globally.
glances – number of times the Glance card was seen
About Glance: Founded in 2019, Glance is a consumer technology company that operates disruptive digital platforms including Glance, Roposo, and Nostra. Glance’s ’smart lock screen’ inspires consumers to make the most of every moment by surfacing relevant experiences without the need for unlocking their phones, downloading apps, or searching for content. Glance Lock Screen is currently available on over 450 million smartphones worldwide. Roposo is a LIVE platform that is revolutionizing live experiences, through a unique, immersive, creator-led approach. Nostra is the largest gaming platform in India and Southeast Asia, offering gamers engaging ways to discover, play, watch, learn and compete. Headquartered in Singapore, Glance is an unconsolidated subsidiary of InMobi Group and is funded by Jio Platforms, Google, and Mithril Capital. For more information visithttp://glance.com, http://roposo.comandhttp://inmobi.com
]]>This is in alignment with the brand’s vision of becoming India’s most searched tech enabled loo-discovery mobile app that helps women to locate the nearest clean, safe and hygienic washroom In India when they are on the move
Woloo aims to onboard 2.5 Lakh (Quarter Million) Woloo assured washrooms in next 3 years providing hygiene dignity to 1 Million users (predominantly women)
Woloo is bringing up this issue, because It Matters as the numerous challenges and struggles an Indian woman faces, can only be felt by another woman and Harmanpreet Kaur embodies empowerment, inspiration and strength
Ab har din hoga #harwomanday
Mumbai…March 8, 2024…Woloo, a pioneering loo discovery tech-enabled platform proudly announces Harmanpreet Kaur, Captain of Indian Women’s Cricket Team & Mumbai Indian IPL team as Brand Ambassador on International Women’s Day to address the critical issue of washroom hygiene for women in India. This partnership endeavours to raise awareness about the significant challenges confronting women due to the lack of timely access to clean and hygienic washroom facilities, which pose various health risks. It also seeks to promote hygiene standards and uphold the dignity of women throughout India. Harmanpreet Kaur’s commitment to empowering women perfectly complements Woloo’s mission, and together, they aspire to make a meaningful impact on International Women’s Day and beyond. Woloo and Harmanpreet Kaur aim to spotlight the obstacles women encounter regarding washroom hygiene and advocate for practical solutions. This collaboration represents a notable milestone in the journey towards enhancing hygiene standards and dignity for women in India.
With its innovative approach to washroom accessibility, Woloo has been revolutionizing the way people find and access clean and safe facilities. Now, by teaming up with Harmanpreet Kaur, Woloo is taking a significant step forward in its mission to ensure that women have world-class access to hygienic washroom facilities wherever they go. Woloo’s vision is to be the most trusted place for women of all ages and diversities across India. Harmanpreet Kaur, known for her exemplary leadership both on and off the cricket field, shares Woloo’s commitment to sensitise and raise awareness about prioritising and the importance of using the washrooms as and when the need arises especially while traveling. Women tend to succumb to the fear of not finding clean, hygienic, safe facilities and hence postpone going to the washrooms or worst, avoid drinking water.
Manish Kelshikar, Founder, Woloo, said, “In a heart warming development, Harmanpreet Kaur, an icon in Indian women’s cricket, has embraced the cause of women’s dignity joining hands with Woloo, in our mission to empower, inspire, and give them the strength, resonating with the belief that each day should herald a celebration of women. The numerous challenges and struggles an Indian woman faces, can only be felt by a woman. Harmanpeet partnering with Woloo especially on International Women’s Day and her birthday, is a unique celebration on its own, a significant step towards reinforcing the belief that access to basic facilities – clean, safe and hygienic washrooms is a fundamental right for every woman. She exemplifies strength, skill, and perseverance. Breaking barriers and defying stereotypes, she has become a symbol of inspiration for millions of aspiring athletes, especially young girls. Her journey from the fields of Moga, Punjab, to becoming India’s sensation on the international cricket scene mirrors the resilience needed to overcome societal constraints.
With Harman, an Arjuna Awardee, we believe the impact she creates is profound, standing as a role model for so many women. Her journey underscores grit, determination, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. It’s Woloo’s endeavour – Ab har din hoga #harwomanday.”
In support of this initiative, Harmanpreet Kaur, Captain of Indian Women’s Cricket Team and Mumbai Indian WPL team expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “I am proud to partner with Woloo to advocate for better access to clean washroom facilities for women across India as it is not just a matter of convenience but also a fundamental aspect of women’s health and dignity and they shouldn’t be denied the same. Coming from the interiors of India, I can feel the pain of each and every woman as well as resonate with all the unpleasant experiences, having gone through the same. I am delighted to represent a very crucial cause and a game changer brand which is impacting lives. Together, we can drive positive change through strategic initiatives and awareness campaigns not only amongst women but also the entire eco-system. Woloo’s journey has been a testament to the power of innovation and social entrepreneurship, helping create a lasting impact for millions of women across India, ensuring that no woman ever has to compromise on her dignity or health due to a lack of access to clean washrooms.”
Woloo and Harman aim to extend the influence and contribute to the cause that aligns with our joint commitment to empowering women in all aspects of life. Harmanpreet’s commitment to breaking barriers resonates with Woloo’s mission to redefine societal norms and expectations placed upon women. Together, Woloo and Harman is aiming to create a positive impact, fostering a society where women can live with dignity, safety, and equality—a testament to the transformative power of collective efforts in championing women’s causes.
About Woloo:Woloo, Rajan Navani’s Jet Synthesys backed revolutionary platform that helps discover the nearest clean, safe and hygienic washroom In India, and then provides seamless navigation to reach it. Woloo addresses the critical issue of washroom hygiene for women in India and sheds light on the challenges women face regarding washroom hygiene and advocate for tangible solutions. Woloo’s vision is to be the most trusted place for women’s hygiene dignity and provide a world- class access to hygiene facilities for women of all ages and diversities across India.
With its innovative approach, Woloo has been achieving significant milestones in the journey towards achieving better hygiene standards and dignity for women in India. With over 40,000 Woloo certified washrooms across 400 cities across India, it has become a lifeline for lakhs of women. Woloo aims to onboard 2.5 Lakh (Quarter Million) Woloo assured washrooms in next 3 years providing hygiene dignity to 1 Million users (predominantly women).
]]>Versatile media handling capabilities with speed ranging from 35-55 page per minute support all enterprises increase work efficiency
Mumbai, 6 February 2024 — FUJIFILM India today launches five new models of A3 colour (Apeos C3570 / C4570 / C5570) and monochrome (Apeos 4570 / 5570) multifunction printers at PAMEX*1 2024 in Mumbai. Sales of the five products will begin on February 6.
These five multifunction printers under the “Apeos series” focus on addressing diverse printing requirements with their high speed and excellent print output capabilities. They fulfil various customer printing requirements such as the paper size of SRA3, the paper weight of 52-300 gsm and banner printing of up to 320 x 1200mm. Furthermore, to support remote workstyles in the large enterprises and corporates, the products allow seamless integration promoting cloud connectivity and operational efficiency regardless of time and location. Users can print from anywhere with Universal Print*2, the Microsoft cloud-based printing solution, eliminating print servers and the need to install printer drivers.
The products comply with the U.S. security standard NIST SP800-171 / 172*3, that ensure the safety of network connections and prevent information leakage from data stored in the device. The multifunction printers also support WPA3 that enhances the security of wireless LANs & is equipped with the latest internationally standardized security chip TPM 2.0 with enhanced encryption.
Notable Features of Apeos C3570 / C4570 / C5570, Apeos 4570 / 5570
l Class leading print resolution of 1,200×2,400 dpi produces vivid life-like images on paper
l Single Pass Dual Scan functionality as standard for enhanced scanning capabilities at a speed of 160 pages per minute making scanning operations efficient
l The Duplex Automatic Document Feeder B2-PC scans to a minimum size of 49 x 85 mm
l Light notification reminds users to collect their scanned or printed documents on the tray
l Motion sensor detects movements from approaching users and automatically power up from sleep mode
l The FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s Print Utility (mobile) application allows the user to operate multiple tasks like scan, print, copy and fax from the mobile phone
l With 10.1 inch touch panel, the UI is easy to operate ensuring operational efficiencies
l TPM 2.0 security chip & WPA3 protocols ensure class-leading data security
“After the initial launch of the Apeos printers on 27 September 2023, the Office Printer business of FUJIFILM India has further cemented its position as a leading partner providing value to a wide range of customers,” said Koji Wada, Managing Director, FUJIFILM India. “By adding new multifunction printers from the Apeos series to our office printer product portfolio allows our customers to have more choices to meet their different needs. India is very adaptable and fast in adopting new technologies to gain growth and as the key partner to our customers, we want to help them to be at the forefront of their industry by providing new products and solutions quickly.”
“With the robust network of sales and service partners developed across the country, we are extremely excited, confident and committed to provide an enhanced experience to our customers,” said Priyatosh Kumar, Associate Director & Head, Graphic Communications & Device Technology Business, FUJIFILM India. “These versatile products can provide excellent value to various industries such as corporates, enterprise companies, and jobbers. Customers who are looking for cost effective, yet well-balanced printer equipped with top-notch security capabilities will definitely benefit from increased work productivity and efficiency, and high quality vivid printouts.”
1: PAMEX 2024 is an international exhibition for the printing and allied machine industries, organised by the All-India Federation of Master Printers from 6 to 9 February 2024 at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.
2: Universal Print are included in the following subscriptions as of February 2024 : Microsoft 365 Enterprise F3/E3/E5/A3/A5, Windows 10/11 Enterprise E3/E5/A3/A5, Microsoft 365 Business Premium, Universal Print (standalone)
3: Guidelines for security standards established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
]]>Sunny Leone Makes History: Launches India’s First Official AI Replica with Kamoto.AI
Mumbai, Jan2024:Entrepreneur and actress Sunny Leone, in partnership with Advanced Generative AI leader Kamoto.AI, has achieved a remarkable feat amid the transpiring technological advancements in the entertainment domain. The Bollywood diva has become the first ever personality from India to come up with her official AI Replica, which was launched at an exclusive event in Mumbai on Wednesday. The landmark launch of Sunny’s AI Replica was attended by actress herself, Kamoto.AI co-founders Toshendra Sharma & Rohendra Singh, and scores of influencers, among others.
Elaborating on the disruptive AI advancement, Kamoto.AI Co-founder & CEO Toshendra Sharma said, “Technologies such as Generative AI have significant implications across key aspects of everyday lives as well as businesses around today. It is about time the stakeholders in the entertainment and film industries took cognizance of the same and leveraged technology with a steadfast approach to offer newer avenues to the loyal fan base across the country and even beyond. We are elated to kickstart this unique endeavour with Sunny Leone, who as an achiever has scripted several journeys of aspirations and achievements, and assure that many more such landmarks are already slated to be unveiled.”
Expressing her excitement over her official Interactive AI Replica, Sunny said, “Introducing my official AI Replica is a new beginning of sorts, and I would reiterate here that in this phase of life, I intend to delve into avenues that I haven’t explored earlier, and that help me grow, in both artistic as well as business aspects. I thank Kamoto.AI for introducing my official AI version and hope that it would ultimately help me create a better bonding and rapport with fans from across the country.”
Sunny’s AI Replica & Clone is interactive & trained on her voice and personal data to deliver personalized experience. The AI Clone aka AI Persona of the actress can be interacted via Chat or Voice Calls through Kamoto.AI’s AI Character Marketplace available at app.kamoto.ai. Beside this, one can avail Sunny’s Elite Club membership, which would come with many benefits. Some lucky subscribers of the Membership would also get the chance to meet the actress in person while some of the other winners would be felicitated with merchandises. The announcement by Kamoto.AI assumes significance in the wake of its bid to unlock new avenues of revenue generation through Advanced Generative AI technology. Merely with a few clicks & quick training via private data, Kamoto.AI enables the creation of a virtual AI replica of anyone while its AI Character Marketplace facilitates its monetization.
About the company: Kamoto.AI is a SaaS platform that enables users to create, train, and monetize bespoke AI characters while offering celebrities & influencers the chance to license authentic AI replicas of themselves for an innovative, interactive, and monetizable experience through our AI Character Marketplace & APIs. This Digital persona will help celebrities, Influencers & corporations to grow digitally and uniquely.
]]>Innovative multi-disciplinary tech-focused courses and opportunities for students in grades 8–12 to earn credits that can be applied toward higher education at international universities
CHENNAI, 11th December 2023: Veranda Learning Solutions, a listed enterprise offering end-to-end solutions in education, announced a strategic partnership with Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), Chicago’s sole technology-focused university is dedicated to advancing technology and innovation and renowned for its commitment to hands-on learning and outcomes for graduates.
This collaboration aims to enhance the educational offerings in both information technology and K–12 Dual Credit programs, providing students with unparalleled access to cutting-edge courses and fostering a seamless pathway to higher education. Technology courses will be offered through Veranda subsidiary Edureka, and Veranda K–12 will offer the dual credit program.
Illinois Tech, recognized as #1 in Illinois, #23 in the U.S., and #16 for Salary Impact among graduates by the Wall Street Journal, extends its global footprint through this partnership. Veranda Learning, with its vast network of nearly 200 centers across India, and Edureka, boasting more than 70 centers, are well positioned to disseminate Illinois Tech’s cutting-edge curriculum to a vast pool of more than 75,000 students annually.
In the realm of information technology, Edureka, a Veranda Enterprise specializing in upskilling, and Illinois Tech are set to launch a series of courses, including the highly anticipated Data Engineering program, targeting life-long learners, particularly career changers and career growers. This initiative leverages Illinois Tech’s renowned faculty and Edureka’s expertise in online learning to engage students in acquiring stackable credentials that lead to credits for higher education, combining theoretical knowledge with the practical skills essential for them to thrive in a rapidly evolving information technology market.
In the K–12 Dual Credit programs, this partnership offers students in grades 8–12 valuable foundational knowledge. It allows learners to earn credits that can be applied toward higher education at international universities. This unique approach bridges the gap between secondary and tertiary education, preparing students for a seamless transition to the global academic arena.
Mr. Mallik Sundharam, Illinois Tech’s Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership and said, “At Illinois Tech, we are committed to expanding access, providing experiential multi-disciplinary education and fostering innovation for all. This partnership with Veranda Learning allows us to extend our reach and impact by making our courses accessible to a global audience.”
Mr. Suresh Kalpathi, Executive Director and Chairman of Veranda Learning, said the partnership was synergistic in nature for the company. “We are delighted to join hands with Illinois Institute of Technology to deliver high-quality education in information technology and K–12 programs. Through this partnership, we are excited to reemphasize our commitment to bring affordable and quality education to the students—extending by bringing international education for our Indian students,” Mr. Kalpathi said.
Mr. Vineet Chaturvedi, CEO of Edureka, shared his thoughts on the collaboration: “The partnership with Illinois Tech is a significant milestone for Edureka. It enhances the quality of our course offerings and underscores our commitment to providing learners with access to world-class education. We believe that this collaboration will open new avenues for learners, empowering them to succeed in the ever-evolving field of Information Technology.”
ABOUT ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY: Based in the global metropolis of Chicago, Illinois Tech was born to liberate the power of collective difference to advance technology and innovation for all. It is the only tech-focused university in the city, and it stands at the crossroads of exploration and invention, advancing the future of Chicago and the world. It offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering, computing, architecture, business, design, science and human sciences, and law. Illinois Tech students are guaranteed access to hands-on experiences, personalized mentorship, and job readiness through the university’s one-of-a-kind Elevate program. Its graduates lead the state and much of the nation in economic prosperity. Its faculty and alumni built the Chicago skyline. And every day in the city’s living lab, Illinois Tech fuels breakthroughs that change lives. Visithttp://iit.edu.
ABOUT VERANDA LEARNING SOLUTIONS
Founded in 2018 by the Kalpathi AGS Group – Veranda Learning Solutions is a publicly listed education technology company that offers a bouquet of training programs for competitive exam preparation, including State Public Service Commission, Banking, Insurance, Railways, IAS, and CA, as well as a slew of professional skilling and upskilling programs. Veranda Learning forayed into high-demand financial courses such as Chartered Accountancy through India’s premier CA test-preparation institute, J. K. Shah Classes. Veranda Learning Solutions’ platform combines technology, processes, and methodologies to provide high-quality, in-depth, personalized learning opportunities and content to learners nationwide. Dedicated to creating an impact on students and delivering successful academic outcomes, Veranda adopts a multi-modal delivery system backed by a rigorous and disciplined learning framework. The company provides services through a host of brands: Veranda RACE, Veranda IAS, Edureka, Six Phrase, Veranda HigherEd, Edureka Learning Centre, SmartBridge, BAssure Solutions, Talent Academy and Publications, Sreedhar’s CCE, Educare Infra and PHIRE.
Edureka, a Veranda Learning enterprise, is a leading global e-learning platform providing professional training and skill development in emerging technologies. With a mission to make learning easy, engaging, and accessible to learners across the globe, Edureka offers a wide range of courses in collaboration with industry experts and renowned institutions.
]]>In the realm of agricultural transformation, Farmonaut Technologies is a beacon of cutting-edge solutions. Focused on merging traditional farming practices with modern technology, the company harnesses artificial intelligence, remote sensing, and data analytics to empower farmers. Committed to enhancing efficiency and sustainability, Farmonaut Technologies have managed to benefit 200,000+ farmers, monitor 10M+ hectares across 14 different countries.
Whatsapp based Satellite Advisory
In a groundbreaking move that marries convenience with cutting-edge technology, Farmonaut Technologies has unveiled a revolutionary WhatsAppbased satellite advisory service, offering farmers real-time satellite data within just two minutes. This novel approach transforms the way farmers access crucial information about their farms, streamlining the process through the ubiquitous messaging platform.
To avail of this service, users simply need to send a message with “add farm” to Farmonaut’s dedicated WhatsApp number, +91-8951751784. Following this prompt, users provide the coordinates of their farm location. What follows is an automated system that swiftly maps the farm and prompts users for payment. Once the transaction is completed, the comprehensive satellite report is dispatched directly to the user’s WhatsApp inbox in a mere two minutes.
This innovative solution eliminates the need for farmers to navigate complex interfaces or wait for detailed reports. It puts the power of satellite data at their fingertips, enabling quick decision-making and informed choices in managing their agricultural operations.
Farmonaut’s foray into instant satellite advisory through WhatsApp marks a significant leap in making advanced agricultural technologies more accessible to farmers. The seamless integration of satellite data with a widely used communication platform like WhatsApp underscores Farmonaut’s commitment to simplifying and democratizing access to crucial agricultural insights.
Farmers embracing this service can now gain valuable insights into crop health, soil conditions, and other critical parameters promptly, empowering them to make timely and informed decisions. The immediacy of the information is particularly advantageous for addressing time-sensitive issues, further enhancing the efficiency of farm management practices.
Achievements
With over 30+ clients and partners including Godrej Agrovet, Coromandel, Troforte innovations and many more, Farmonaut has managed to benefit farmers worldwide. Few of the recent achievements of Farmonaut are:
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Farmonaut emerges as a top player in India’s deep tech startup scene, clinching the Agtech category victory at the NASSCOM Deep Tech Emerge 50 Awards 2023 among 741+ participating startups.
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Participated in the 7th edition of India Mobile Congress 2023 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi!
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Farmonaut makes its mark at the 4th Digital Agriculture Solutions Forum (DASF) for Asia and the Pacific 2023, proudly presented by ICRISAT.
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Farmonaut® Partners with Dabur India Limited for Honey Traceability Pilot
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Farmonaut introduced their new Whatsapp based Satellite Advisory in 2 mins without tech knowledge.
Through Textile Technology & Engineering in Africa
Mumbai, 13th Oct 2023: India ITME Society, organizer ITME Africa & Middle East 2023 hosted a Preview & Curtain Raiser program recently in Mumbai. This networking presentation was to showcase a glimpse of the upcoming international exhibition ITME Africa & M.E 2023 from 30th Nov to 2nd Dec 2023 at Nairobi, Kenya. This is the 2nd event of the series hosted for global audience; The 1st event was hosted in Nairobi, Kenya on 3rd October in the presence of Senior Kenyan Govt. Officials & Embassy participation.
Left to Right : Ms. Seema Srivastava, Executive Director, India ITME Society; Mr. Ketan Sanghvi, Chairman, India ITME Society; Mr. Pramod Khosla, Chairman & Managing Director, Khosla Profil Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Updeep Singh, Textile Industry Expert; Mr. Balvinder Singh Sawhney, Asst. Secretary General, FICCI; Mr. S Senthil Kumar, Hon’ Treasurer, India ITME Society