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LEADERSHIP IS NOT AN AGE-RESTRICTED TRAIT AFTER ALL… We assume you are already stunned to see the cover page where a 14-year-old entrepreneur is adorning the magazine posing as our cover star. Yes, you read it right; he is only 14! Handling the Kute Group as the Founder & CMD, Master Aryen Suresh Kute has come up with yet another startup under its service umbrella i.e. OAO India Info Pvt. Ltd. that is an IT company. His innovative streak has led him to develop mobile games to deliver better entertainment offerings to the Indian Youth. Business Connect couldn’t help but recognize him as The Leader Behind An Admirable Company. We are in strong admiration towards Master Aryen’s daring plunge he made at such an adolescent age. We firmly believe that his extraordinary and phenomenal success story will boost the motivation of our global aficionado. The whole narrative sparkingly knitted by our editorial team was based on a freewheeling conversation with one of the youngest entrepreneurs in India. While talking to him, we were incredibly shocked to hear him talk of IT like a seasoned technocrat even after being flooded by several questions. Read his exclusively curated story and let us know your feedback on it. Just as fascinating and spectacular Aryen’s story is, many other business success stories included in this special issue will amaze you in the most unimaginable ways. Their grit and dedication have made ceaseless strikes to transform the lives of common people. Hence, we bring a repertoire of some outperforming companies that believe in raising the bar with each offering to their targeted customer base. The ‘read’ has come with some insights into the problem-solving and decision-making capabilities of a few business leaders of some companies. Business Connect strains every nerve to narrate the best-in-class read to its global community of readers and the result is this unique edition! Putting high hopes on this issue, we are adamant that our readership will be immensely benefited from it in the most assertive ways. So, look into our extraordinary picks from the business fraternity that have been flagging their names in their respective space while inspiring impassioned entrepreneurs as well as the business community with their optimism, insights, leadership, values and a lot more. Also, we are sure that the inclusion of some informative articles will keep you glued to this issue for long hours. Business Connect believes that it is doing justice to its vision to seek and publish triumph tales of discerning leaders, energetic doers, pioneers, etc while providing motivational insights on a variety of subjects. Let us know how we are doing with your precious feedback!

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OAO INDIA

AN INDIA-BASED DIVERSIFIED GAMING COMPANY CREATING SUPER FUN GAMES FOR ALL

Success Story

Agarwal Estates

Aryen Suresh Kute Founder & CMD

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Health

Flicha Interiors

Godavari Nutrifoods Pvt. Ltd.

Herbage Herbal

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IMwallet

Intenim Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Sarvm.ai

Tourism

Indo Baijin Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.

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An India-Based Diversified Gaming Company Creating Super Fun Games For All Gulshan | Business Connect Business Connect is back with its most demanding edition of the month, ‘The Leader behind the Admirable Company’ which is devoted to introducing the world to some outperforming entrepreneurs in the business world. Our editorial team had an interesting and joyful session with Master Aryen Suresh Kute, Founder and CMD of OAO India. The young and inspiring visionary shared numerous unknown facts about the company and his overall journey with us. We truly hope and desire that this fascinating read will add some extra value to the lives of our global readership panel and will encourage them to chase their dreams.

Aryen Suresh Kute Founder and CMD

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Giving a short synopsis of his initial journey, Aryen asserts,

“The journey has not been an adventurous ride, but more of a learning experience. My parents— Mr. Suresh D. Kute (Chief Managing Director The Kute Group) and Mrs. Archana Suresh Kute (Managing Director-The Kute Group)—have been supportive and always encouraged me to reach my dreams and never give up. So when I proposed my thoughts about starting a company, they decided to support me.

Furthermore, they always teach me how to face difficult situations and deal with others. They also advise me to speak the truth, be sincere with everyone, and always work diligently. Because of their parenting, I am in a position where I can easily navigate my entrepreneurial journey while also being a responsible citizen who always works toward the betterment of society.” He further adds, “I founded OAO INDIA in 2018 with the sole mission to create entertaining, awesome games that all age groups can play across the globe. It took me a year (along with support and help from my parents) to build a robust infrastructure and assemble the most talented individuals from the gaming industry. The following year, in 2019, we started making games, and since then, we have not looked back. So far, we have developed and released four games in different genres. Our debut game, Krishna Makhan Masti (KMM), was released in 2020 on the auspicious day of Janmashtami. It is a Puzzle Bubble Shooting Game where you have to help little Krishna by matching three or more colored mutkies in order to save his friends. The second game is Indian Food Baash (IFB), a Match-3 Food Puzzle Game where you have to swap and match 3 or more foodstuff items to complete a level. The third game-Rise of Warr, aka ROW, is

a Strategic Card Game based on a fictional mythological war. The storyline goes that you play as a King of a small kingdom who was attacked by an evil king, and you need to defend your kingdom against an evil king and his minions.”

THE LEADERSHIP APPROACH

“Leadership serves many functions crucial to the success of any organization, but the key importance of leadership is that it provides a vision for the company. Leaders articulate the vision and what members of the company can do to achieve it. They also inspire & motivate teams and coordinate actions to advance the shared vision. Being a young entrepreneur, my leadership style is Lead by Example. I always guide my team and inspire them to do their best for the organization’s benefit. Besides this, we have an open-door policy that allows employees to share their ideas. I also interact with my team members to gain knowledge, learn about new technologies, and listen to new ideas, which help me to become a great leader,” says Aryen. COVER STORY

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THE EDGE OVER PEERS

“The digital arena requires constant innovation; otherwise, you are falling behind. Another tough challenge is keeping existing customers engaged and adding new users. To tackle these, we are concentrating on growing and diversifying our user base. This will help us in analyzing users’ behavior and the different markets from where they are coming. Based on this, we form the strategies that will be implemented globally, thereby offering us an edge, especially in our growth and international expansion. To talk about Research, it is a valuable tool for growing and improving any business. It can aid in not only the development of new business opportunities but also the creation of fruitful ones. It often involves analyzing your target market and the demands of your customer base, then creating new and improved products to meet their needs. In the Indian Gaming Industry, the analysis of the market and customer base plays a significant role which can be a game-changer if it is used properly. We use the data gathered from users to understand their behavior. Based on these key insights, we develop a strategy for retaining existing users and adding new users. Besides this, we also create new ideas for game development that will be well-liked and played by all age groups,” he affirms. Experience and learning are the two cornerstones of growing an entrepreneurship. How do reflect on this statement? That was our question. Aryen confronted this question by saying,

“In my opinion, experience and learning are the two essential cornerstones of growing an entrepreneurship mindset. To run a successful business, having the right mindset could be just as crucial as meeting sales targets or creating longterm business plans. For me, interaction with my team, learning about new technologies, sharing insights, and so on helps me become a better leader. Moreover, my parents guide and support me when I am stuck on some task. They always teach me how to face difficult situations and deal with others. Ultimately, I gain knowledge and expertise to tackle any challenge and be the best version of myself.”

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CONVERTING CHALLENGES INTO OPPORTUNITIES “Being the Founder of a leading game development company, there are plenty of challenges that life throws at my path. However, the most challenging is creating strategies that require analysis of the market and customer base, remotely managing teams, and keeping yourself and your team inspired & motivated. Finally, and most importantly, staying relevant with the trends and contributing to the development of the Indian gaming industry.

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CUSTOMER FEEDBACK

We always emphasize customer feedback and reply to the received feedback whenever possible. Understanding customer feedback reduces problematic areas and issues and brings new games closer and more accurately to them. The oldest and most effective word-of-mouth promotion still works in the digital era because “Customer is King”. Hence, we focus on delivering stellar gaming experiences to our users.”- Aryen S. Kute.

THE ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

“Being a young entrepreneur, I still have a lot of things to learn and comprehend. However, I understand the value of employee growth and believe that employee empowerment not only leads to higher job satisfaction but improves work performance and a greater commitment to the organization. So, I have created an ecosystem where employees have the freedom to learn, grow and share their experiences. This ensures that there is trust and understanding between them. I also encourage my team to be more independent in the workplace, which leads to increased growth, creativity, trust, and overall satisfaction among employees. Our parent organization, The Kute Group, follows a familyoriented culture. We have adopted the same culture at OAO INDIA, whereby employees feel a sense of ease and belonging at the office. This culture gives employees the freedom to share their ideas and opinions, encourages mutual respect

and understanding, and provides positive support. We are a tightly-knit team with a vision of putting OAO India on the map as the best gaming company,” affirms Aryen.

THE RECOGNITIONS TO BOAST OF • • • • • • • • •

40 Under 40 Most Influential Leaders 2021-22 The Economic Times Most Influential Leaders 2022 Award The Best Leadership Of The Year 2022 Award Youth Icon in Gaming and Web development 2022 Sakal Yuva Sanman Award 2022 Lokshahi Pune Ratna 2021 Award Most Innovative Younger Entrepreneur 2021 Globoil Youngest Achiever Of The Year 2021 Youngest Entrepreneur Award 2019

We also asked Aryen about his plans for the company, and he says, “The Indian gaming industry is generating $1.5 billion in revenue and is expected to triple this to over $5 billion by 2025, according to BCG-Sequoia India report 2021. Through my company OAO INDIA, I want to contribute to this revenue generation and boost the growth of the Indian gaming industry. The budget has also talked about creating a task force for making India the global games developer and gaming services hub in the world. And I firmly believe that we are all a part of an awesome, evolving industry and would like to contribute to its growth and development.”

PARTING WORDS “My biggest motivators are my parents - Mr. Suresh D. Kute (Chief Managing Director - of the Kute Group) and Mrs. Archana Suresh Kute (Managing Director-The Kute Group). When I proposed my thoughts of starting a company, my parents decided to support me. Both come from humble origins, and now they are managing an empire that has employed 10,000+ members and established a strong footprint in various industries. My father always teaches me how to face difficult situations and deal with others. He also advises me to speak the truth, be sincere with everyone, and always work diligently. On the other hand, my mother is an embodiment of grace, compassion, and outstanding leadership. She always encourages and inspires others and positively takes everything. She is a staunch advocate of women’s empowerment and has helped many girls and women create their own identities in the corporate world. Because of their constant teaching, support, and encouragement, I can overcome challenges and lead my company in the right direction.”Aryen S. Kute. 15

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ORDINARY LEATHER GOODS MANUFACTURERS TO THE MOST ICONIC FASHION BRAND

Gucci is a high-end, luxurious Italian fashion label with its headquarters in Florence. Handbags, ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories, and home décor are among its product categories. It also licences its name and branding to Coty, Inc. for fragrance and cosmetics under the Gucci Beauty banner. Currently, Kering, a French luxury conglomerate, owns Gucci. Along with Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen are all brands owned by Kering and its owner Francois Pinault. Initial Years:

The history of Gucci begins with the vision of its founder, Guccio Gucci, just like the stories of other well-known firms. Gucci was born in 1881 in Florence, Italy, into a family that produced leather goods. In 1897, he started working as a porter at the London Savoy Hotel. He www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

initially noticed that the visually magnificent trunks and bags that the elite hotel guests at Savoy were using had captured his attention. Due to this, Guccio made the decision to return to his hometown in 1902 and begin working for Franzi, a producer of leather goods. He honed his abilities to create excellent pieces of luggage as well as his talents as a craftsman. Guccio left Franzi in 1921 to start his own company, Gucci, and founded the first Gucci store in Florence’s Via della Vigna Nuova before opening a second one in Via del Parione. Guccio began by selling leather items to Italy’s wealthiest citizens. He was famous for his luggage, of course, but he also made horse saddles from the finest Italian leather. In fact, many of Gucci’s modern designs were influenced by the early equestrian gear it made. The Gucci brand gained popularity as a result, and the upper class in England started to take note.

The Bumpy Road of Success:

Initially, the business focused on leather products, but it has now expanded to include quality knitwear, silk items, shoes, and purses. During WWII, the label was compelled to employ cotton due to material limits imposed by the war1q. During this period, the company debuted its characteristic “Double-G” monogram, as well as the now-iconic Gucci stripe, which consists of two green stripes separated by a single red bar. Gucci had enormous success as a label of choice among wealthy travellers, Hollywood stars, and other well-heeled buyers from the 1950s onwards, famed for its lavish, sumptuous designs. Guccio Gucci died in 1953, but his three sons, Aldo, Vasco, and Rodolfo, continued the family business. The company incorporated luxury accessories such as eyewear, watches, and jewellery to their product line in the mid-1960s; goods that have since become a cornerstone of the name.

Family Feud:

Giorgio, Aldo’s son, founded Gucci Boutique on his own in 1969, which resulted in the first family conflict. In 1972, the family eventually took over the company. During the 1980s, the Gucci controversy undermined the company’s familyheld senior management and increased public attention. Paolo Gucci, Aldo’s second son, created the Gucci Plus brand on his own. Aldo received criticism for expanding the bulk of Gucci America, the business he owned abroad. To reduce family strife, the Gucci group was merged and Guccio Gucci SpA, a publicly traded corporation, was established in 1982. In May 1983, Rodolfo passed away. In order to seize full control of Gucci, his son Maurizio Gucci sued his uncle Aldo, The company’s management was taken up by Maurizio Gucci. Aldo Gucci whose age was 81, was imprisoned for a year for tax evasion in 1986 with only 16.7% of Gucci still in his possession. Withholding the remaining 50%, Maurizio Gucci sold about 47.8% of Gucci in 1988 to Bahrain-based investment fund Investcorp, which had owned Tiffany since 1984. The sales of Gucci products totalled $400 million between 1981 and 1987, including $227 million in 1990 alone. Gucci products were produced in large quantities during the 1980s, which brought in money but hurt the brand’s reputation as an exclusive luxury label. In order to get Gucci back on track, Maurizio hired Dawn Mello.Maurizio Gucci was shot and killed in the lobby of the Milan location of Gucci in March 1995. His former wife, Patrizia Reggiani, 17

was sentenced to 16 years in prison for hiring a hitman to kill him. In 1990, Tom Ford, an American designer, was employed as a ready-to-wear designer and was promoted to Creative Director four years later. During that time, Ford is credited with helping to recover Gucci’s reputation by lowering the brand’s product offering, refining its identity, and restoring the luxury and extravagance that had previously marked the name.Tom Ford showed his final collection for Gucci in 2004, before being replaced by Frida Giannini. Giannini took over men’s and women’s ready-to-wear design in 2006 and remained in that position until late 2014.

Alessandro Michele Entry

At the time of Giannini’s departure, there was a growing notion that Gucci had grown stale or unimportant, with much speculation about who might take her place. When it was revealed in 2015 that Alessandro Michele would take over as creative director of the brand, the public was taken aback. Though Michele had been with Gucci for 12 years in various roles, he was still relatively unknown as a designer, and it was unclear where he would take the company. Michele’s distinct style, which combines Gucci’s classic predilection for extravagance and opulence with a theatrical, slightly kitschy pageantry, has proven to be a major success, attracting a large number of youthful and aspirational buyers, as well as numerous fashion insiders. Gucci generated record sales under Michele’s leadership in early 2017, fueling an 11% increase in profits for the brand’s parent company, Kering, and the brand’s outstanding performance continues to this day. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

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AGARWAL ESTATES

REINVENTING REAL ESTATE CURVE UNDER THE HEGEMONY OF MANOJ AGARWAL Puja Bhardwaj | Business Connect Working on its mission to change the perception of Real Estate services in India, ‘Agarwal Estates’ under the wise leadership of Manoj Agarwal – Managing Director and Founder, offers exclusive and specialised real-estate services in Residential Real Estate Sales and Property Management, Commercial Real Estate Sales and Fractional Investing, Home Loans, Home Interiors and Allied Services. Based in Bengaluru, Agarwal Estates, an ISO 9001: 2015 certified establishment, poses as a singular platform offering varied real estate services. The company, for years, has been demonstrating its market leadership by providing quality and class to the consumer combining its credo with trust and transparency in business operations.

When asked about the firm’s distinctive leadership style, Pawan Sharma stated, --

“The leadership style is all about developing people via ongoing coaching and training. Agarwal Estates goes further than other businesses and sectors in conforming to the law. Even in the best-case scenario, where everything is perfectly legal, financially, and ethically, if it is not accepted, we back out of the contract, even if it means suffering a loss. The workforce also receives such training, and we will not tolerate it if it is deemed unethical. Additionally, if there is Genuity, we believe in chances. Integrity is necessary because there are significant financial transactions involved.”

PAWAN SHARMA

DIRECTOR,SALES & LEASING

MANOJ AGARWAL FOUNDER & CEO

The services we offer are our roadmap to better real estate services comprise of process, culture, values, employees, subject matter expertise and digitisation. – Manoj Agarwal.

Dynamic Leadership

Manoj Agarwal – Managing Director and Founder The cornerstone of Agarwal Estates, Mr Manoj Agarwal, Co-Founder and CEO, brings extensive global experience to fully optimise it to suit the requirements of the Indian market in implementing processes, service delivery and standardisation of methodologies. An IT Executive-turned-Entrepreneur, with 20 years of experience in leadership roles in reputed companies (CISCO/ DELL/ HP/Applied Materials/TCS/AtosOrigin/RedHat) of India and the USA, he is vouched for, for his righteous work style. He manages and gets down to the ground root level to support his team and business. With the qualifications of a mentor, he continues to provide training himself to all units as well as each part of the team. His divergent thinking has optimised the business and given it a foundation to match international standards. He knows the way, goes the way and shows the way. Pawan Sharma - Director Pawan Sharma is an influential business leader passionate about revolutionising the Indian real estate market. He holds over 25 years of professional experience in sales, company development, selling advertising space, administration, audit, recruitment, and supply chain management. He successfully worked in several industries before joining AE, including pharmaceuticals, print media, recruitment/HR, and now real estate. In his professional journey, Mr Pawan has advanced from entry-level to leadership positions. This helps him connect with people from all walks of life. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

The Core Motivation behind this Journey

India’s real estate market is unorganised and rough, and most agents and brokers are perceived to be dishonest, untruthful, and out for their selfish financial gain. People have no idea there are still a few trustworthy brokers out there striving to earn their clients’ trust. However, because people do not trust brokers by nature, they also view trustworthy ones as unreliable. Genuine agents eventually mutate into dishonest and immoral intermediaries. A few unpleasant experiences in real estate coerced Manoj Agarwal to apprehend the absent trust. As a property investor in the United States who then moved to India, he could compare two markets, identify the variations in quality, and decide when it was suitable to buy the “excellent” in the Indian market. He was dissatisfied with several real estate-related issues, including ethics, commitment, and transparency. As a result, he launched a real estate enterprise based on the trust and clarity lacking in the unorganised real estate market. He set out to start Agarwal Estates, employing a compassionate strategy in the Indian real estate services market that is today a pioneer in gradually creating an organised sector.

What Makes Agarwal Estates Unique?

All AE’s operational methods are tailored to the customer’s needs and continually improve. As part of its Employee First policy, the company

means, such as emails. This encourages people to maintain their happiness. Additionally, the incentive programmes are designed to recognise employee achievement somewhat, inspiring employees to work harder and more joyfully toward them. Soft skills coaching in one-on-one and group settings aims to increase employee motivation and engagement. Additionally,

“all work and no play make Jack a dull boy”.

To reward the team with lavish gifts, they hold entertaining monthly potluck meetings, bi-annual outings, and award ceremonies. At Agarwal Estates, work and enjoyment go hand in hand.

Feathers in the Cap has heavily invested over the past two years in employee Process and Soft Skills Training from ICF-certified coaches, digitisation of processes to achieve standardisation and no room for error in record time, and a focus on developments in the commercial real estate space like the business model of fractional commercial real estate, which allows people to own a commercial A-grade asset at a fraction of the price. They place trust and transparency at the centre of their guiding principles and beliefs. Their KEY: Knowledge Empowers You! series helps their customers make informed decisions. Here, the idea is to demystify any misunderstandings that can stand in the way of your transaction and make the entire procedure as transparent as possible. Their trust in the clients’ unfiltered access to subject area expertise also benefits them in humanitarian aspects.

Innovation – Empowering Continuous Growth

Empowering Continuous Growth through Innovation Opportunities to ease client transactions are produced through innovation. The CRM and automation tools have been integrated as a result of this. Previously, the team would use paper and courier services for weeks or even months to obtain both parties’ signatures on agreements. With the aid of digital signatures, they have lowered the turnaround time to 1 day, which eventually aids their “Plant the Planet” mission. Additionally, they have nearly wholly automated the creation and execution of all agreements. This would not have been achievable without innovation and the drive to develop for the clients constantly.

Corporate Ethos for Employees

All communication barriers are broken down through approachability and open work culture. An employee’s failure or unhappiness is caused by unspoken dissatisfaction that is not further addressed. At AE, employees are encouraged to express themselves and offer their simple ideas to the team and management at any time through vocal and nonverbal

According to Agarwal Estates, success is measured by the rippling effects of their high-calibre services. They have developed over the years and garnered many accolades, from making the most significant effect to taking on challenging assignments. To name a few: • ISO 9001:2015, the world’s most significant quality management standard. • 1000+ testimonials and recommendations across social media and apartment owners’ community forums. • Countless referrals. • 5000+ customers • 95% customer satisfaction. • Confidence that our customers have in us. • CRM platforms for organising our data (B2BBricks) and enabling efficient customer complaint resolution (TheHouseMonk). • Digital signatures in agreements that have reduced turnover time from 2 months to 1 day.

Future Outlook of Agarwal Estates

They have been recognised as subject matter experts in the business due to the wisdom they gained over their decade-long experience accompanied by continuous R&D. They are making strides in the sector by implementing innovative technologies like digital signatures and automated contracts, CRM data management systems, and obtaining ISO 9001:2015 certification to validate their quality standards. The company’s revenues are expanding quickly and have now multiplied. For the future, as every emerging business, Agarwal Estates is looking to expand its portfolios and competencies and move forward to – • Automated rental agreements • Fractional Commercial Real Estate • Improve its visibility • Automate processes

Words of Wisdom

A leader must always welcome feedback or criticism. Success must be shared with the team, and failure must be owned so you can lead the team by example. Pawan Sharma

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FOUNDATION Be The You- Reforming the world with mindful and selfless services… Renu | Business Connect

Sophia

Founder & Director

The inception story

Conceptualized in April 2020, Be The You foundation has been incessantly committed to providing healing that is directed to mental peace with teaching effective meditation techniques to diverse groups such as young children, women, and men. The institution is dedicated to training them to live a conscious and content life. So far,they have successfully conducted over 100 workshops via online & offline mode that made a difference at the ground level.

The vision statement

The adamant vision of the foundation is to bring absolute wellbeing to each and every individual associated with it in terms of body, mind and soul. The motive is to teach them to be more compassionate and kind to their own self first and then become the same to mankind. Backed by the support of the best-in-class professionals hailing from diverse backgrounds, domains and industries, team Be The You is aptly committed to achieve their established goals and contribute to the well-being of mankind. At present, they are striving to bring about a huge transformation to change the lives of over 7 billion souls across the globe. The establishment is committed to providing healing for mental peace,depression, restoration of self-esteem, confidence & hope to all the young children, teenagers, etc. Those dealing with low self-esteem, eating disorders, Alcohol and drugs abuse, workplace harassment, domestic violence and gender identity issues could reach out to them to seek professional help. Build women empowerment and cater child education for underprivileged.

“We started with 2 of us working towards the mission and vision of the organization. Now we have more than 50 volunteers across India. Students who have been doing regular mindfulness meditation have shown dramatic improvement in their studies and focus & concentration,” reveals the founder about the journey so far. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

A Spiritual Teacher creates a difference in the lives of people Hailing from Imphal, Manipur, Sophia Ngangbam is a person resonating with the motto: “Be The You - Living life powerfully”.

Sophia NG an Award winning International Certified Energy Healer & Intuitive coach and an Alumni of IIM Calcutta with a lush experience in the banking sector had an epiphany to be at the service of people through a spiritual medium. Embarking on the journey of finding one self-created vision to help and empower people by connecting them to their spiritual potential. Not only have people got the connection but it has also served them to be budding entrepreneurs, running their own businesses and establishing a larger community of healers. With 14 years of research and experience, she has gained profound expertise in angel, dragons, unicorns, the Lemurian healing system, reiki healing, tarot reading, lama Fera, H’opponono, Mindfulness meditation, akashic records, numerology and various other modalities. Moreover, she is a guest professor in schools & colleges, counsellor, and writer who has dedicated her life to teaching young children, teenagers and women (men) the importance of “being You “and evolving into a “Transformed You”. For her established Foundation, she is driven by her passion to ensure every youngster and woman start putting faith in themselves. She wishes to be their mentor in their chase of dreams while augmenting their voices to public platforms. It has been 2 years since she began her phenomenal journey, in which she has worked as a volunteer for many NGOs, teaching meditation to young children & women (men). The transformation induced by her venture- Be The You has changed people’s lives in terms of improving their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. At present, she has been in constant stride to help people implement insightful life strategies to overcome their fear, failures, anxieties, depression, distractions or anything that blocks their way into experiencing extraordinary success, love and peace. For this, she usually shares her personal stories of self-growth on how she overcame her fear, failures, depression and anxieties to identify and reclaim her purpose on this planet.

The impact

The journey began in around Oct 2019 with the conceptualization of the establishment and finally got incorporated in April 2020. Within a month after the incorporation,the NGO successfully collaborated with T.

John College, Bangalore. Here, they partnered for conducting mindfulness meditation for degree & management students. SInce then, there has not been any turning back. They have conducted more than 100 workshops and seminars in schools, colleges and other institutions so far. The programmes conducted by them are named as- How to live a mindful life & mindfulness meditation for Footprints School, Camlin English school, Acharya Institutes, T. John College, KIIT School of Management for MBA students, Maiora IT Services and Consultancy Pvt. Ltd., and Central Women Jail in Manipur for Women Inmates.

Significance of R&D

Research & Development is something that allows every organization to understand the market needs. For the foundation, it has allowed us to develop an understanding of how human life has changed since the pandemic hit the world. Covid introduced a whole new perspective of living to our life. In order to deal with this, mankind should be empowered enough- be it mentally, physically and emotionally. As the world is dealing with post-covid depression, people have started turning towards talking about mental issues and have started inclining towards living a mindful life.

Defining the leadership

As per Sophia Ngangbam, the NGO’s leadership style is about inclusively and authentically interested in solving the problem. It is perceived as a force that provides the strength drawn from integrity, respect and reliability, strategic thinking and coherent organising of ideas. This definition is indeed authentic, transparent, unique and commendable.

What’s next?

Sophia revealed that soon they will be expanding their footprints digitally. In this direction, Be The You app will be launched soon which will ensure every person reaches out to the NGO in the most accessible ways. As per her, this is the most simplistic way to live a mindful life and evolve ourselves into better human beings. Additionally, she unveiled, “ We are positive to set up our 2nd office in Manipur and take on to expand & contribute to the Northeastern people of India.” Looking at the roadmap they have created for the future, we believe the NGO would be able to spread its reputation globally soon. Notably, the NGO has been able to dispense its services to over 5000 people about Mindfulness meditation. Over 500 migrant workers have been helped by them during the covid times as they provided them with food, shelter and mentorship. Local News TOM TV has ensured proper coverage of their work while spreading the covid-19 awareness to over 60K people globally.

Words shared by Sophia “Believe in your dream irrespective of the situation & challenges and Trust that the rest will follow. Also, thank you for supporting our vision & mission towards humanity. I heartily thank the Business Connect team for giving us this opportunity to share our work with the world.” 23

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SQUINT EYE AND HOW CAN IT BE CORRECTED?

hen both of the patient’s eyes are not properly aligned, it results in a squint or strabismus. While focused, one eye performs normally and behaves normally, but the other eye frequently moves out of place. This often occurs when the extraocular muscles, which regulate the movement of the eyes and eyelids, cannot work together in unison. Because of this, neither eye can concentrate on the same object at once. This abnormality can also develop if the nervous system is compromised to the point that the eyes cannot work together effectively. Binocular vision is impaired by strabismus, which impairs the patient’s ability to perceive depth. Between 4% and 6% of Indians have strabismus, often known as squint eyes. On the other side, the incidence of premature babies ranges from 30% to 40%.

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What Is a Squint Eye?

Strabismus, another name for squint, is a condition in which both eyes cannot focus in the same place at the same time. In such cases, the second eye may turn inwards, outwards, upwards, or downwards at the same time that the first eye can focus on the item being examined. This alignment problem could be temporary or permanent. Squint can occur in adults, but it’s most frequently seen in youngsters. The majority of cases of strabismus are caused by abnormalities in the neuromuscular regulation of eye movement. If untreated, it can cause amblyopia, a condition in which the brain begins to ignore signals from the affected eye. Treatment for adult squints is different from that for children because they are frequently brought on by secondary factors such trauma, brain lesions, staring at a computer screen for extended periods of time, etc.

Symptoms And Signs in Children •

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From a young age, a squint is quite easy to spot. Under this condition not all of the eyeballs look straight ahead. However, a slight squint might not be as visible. Cross-eyedness is a possibility in young children, especially if they are exhausted. But this does not indicate that they squint. Parents can speak with a physician. When a toddler looks at something with one eye closed or tilts their head, it may be an indication of double vision or even a squint. A doctor’s visit is a wise decision. Normally, strabismus either appears at birth or appears after three months of age.

Causes:

The most typical reasons for squint eyes are issues with the eye muscles or nerve damage. When the muscles surrounding the eye are weaker than other muscles, they cannot effectively coordinate and cooperate. As a result, when staring at an object with one eye, the other appears to be looking elsewhere.In this case, each eye sends two distinct signals to the brain. The message from the frail eye is disregarded by the brain. Although it is present at birth, squint eyes can later develop as a result of eye injuries and general health issues.

brain) (a congenital disease that results in a buildup of fluid in the brain) brain cancer Head injuries, which can harm the eye muscles, the nerves that govern eye movement, and the part of the brain responsible for controlling eye movement issues with the nerve system’s brain Graves’ illness (overproduction of thyroid hormone)

6. 7. 8. 9.

What happens if the condition worsens?

The main side effect of squinting is adult diplopia, or double vision, caused by the eye muscles’ inability to focus on a specific object. However, in young children, it can cause suppression of the affected eye, which can end in blindness that is nearly impossible to treat later in life. It can also cause loss of vision and loss of stereopsis, or depth awareness. Amblyopia, often known as lazy eye, is the name of this disorder. It’s crucial to take notice of a squint that occurs frequently or after three months of age. Leaving it untreated could result in other issues, such as continuous double vision or blurriness Having a lazy eye prevents your youngster from experiencing typical eyesight humiliation or low self-esteem. This happens when the brain begins to reject signals from the damaged eye. Even if a squint has been neglected for a long time, surgery can help with eye alignment, but any vision issues may become permanent if they are not addressed while they are young.

Diagnosis and Treatment

As they grow, children and infants should undergo regular eye exams. Beginning eye exams at 6 months of age is advised by the American Optometric Association, or sooner if the kid has a persistent eye turn. The doctor or optician will refer the youngster to an optometrist or ophthalmologist if there are any strabismus symptoms.Before doing the test, the eye doctor will likely employ eye drops to widen the pupils. One of the tests used to determine whether a patient has strabismus is the Hirschberg test, often known as the Hirschberg corneal reflex test. The eye doctor shines a light into the patient’s eye and checks the corneas to see where the light reflects. The light will strike the middle of both corneas if the eyes are properly aligned. In the event that it doesn’t, the test can determine if the patient has exotropia, hypertropia, esotropia, or hypotropia. A few people could experience multiple tropias at once.

What are the risk factors that can cause a squint eye to form?

The following are the main risk factors for squint eye: 1. People who have had a stroke, had Down syndrome, or have cerebral palsy are more likely to acquire squint eyes. 2. Due to the additional pressure that people who are farsighted or hyperopic tend to put on their eyes to see well, they are more likely to squint. 3. Squint eye runs in families, thus those with a history of the condition are more likely to develop it. 4. one eye’s vision is blurry. 5. Hydrocephalus (a congenital illness that results in an accumulation of fluid in the 27

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How are squints classified?

Here is a quick guide to classifying squints: 1. Considering the eye’s deviation in that direction Esotropia: It is the condition in which one eye turns inward and toward the nose. Exotropia: This ailment causes the eye to turn outward. Hypertropia: this condition causes an upward deviation of the eye. Hypotropia: the eye tilts downward in this situation. 2. Depending on how long the squint lasted Constant squint: A squint that is perpetual Squinting is intermittent; it only happens infrequently. 3. Depending on how often people squint Squinting that is obvious takes place when the eyes are open. Latent squint: When the eyes are closed, the squint happens. 4. By the degree of squinting Concomitant squint: No matter which way it is viewed, the squint’s angle is constant. Non-concomitant squint: The squint’s angle changes depending

2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

What happens if the condition worsens?

What Is a Squint Eye?

It’s crucial to take notice of a squint that occurs frequently or after three months of age. Leaving it untreated could result in other issues, such as continuous double vision or blurriness Having a lazy eye prevents your youngster from experiencing typical eyesight humiliation or low self-esteem. This happens when the brain begins to reject signals from the damaged eye. Even if a squint has been neglected for a long time, surgery can help with eye alignment, but any vision issues may become permanent if they are not addressed while they are young.

Symptoms And Signs in Children • • • •

Diagnosis and Treatment

Causes:

One of the tests used to determine whether a patient has strabismus is the Hirschberg test, often known as the Hirschberg corneal reflex test. The eye doctor shines a light into the patient’s eye and checks the corneas to see where the light reflects. The light will strike the middle of both corneas if the eyes are properly aligned. In the event that it doesn’t, the test can determine if the patient has exotropia, hypertropia, esotropia, or hypotropia. A few people could experience multiple tropias at once.

How are squints classified?

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or have cerebral palsy are more likely to acquire squint eyes. Due to the additional pressure that people who are farsighted or hyperopic tend to put on their eyes to see well, they are more likely to squint. Squint eye runs in families, thus those with a history of the condition are more likely to develop it. one eye’s vision is blurry. Hydrocephalus (a congenital illness that results in an accumulation of fluid in the brain) (a congenital disease that results in a buildup of fluid in the brain) brain cancer Head injuries, which can harm the eye muscles, the nerves that govern eye movement, and the part of the brain responsible for controlling eye movement issues with the nerve system’s brain Graves’ illness (overproduction of thyroid hormone)

Hypertropia: this condition causes an upward deviation of the eye. Hypotropia: the eye tilts downward in this situation. 2. Depending on how long the squint lasted Constant squint: A squint that is perpetual Squinting is intermittent; it only happens infrequently. 3. Depending on how often people squint Squinting that is obvious takes place when the eyes are open. Latent squint: When the eyes are closed, the squint happens. 4. By the degree of squinting Concomitant squint: No matter which way it is viewed, the squint’s angle is constant. Non-concomitant squint: The squint’s angle changes depending on which way the eyes are turned. 5. By age Squints typically start to develop in the first three years of life. Some of them, though, might also manifest in

teenagers and adults. Older kids and adults that squint typically do so for secondary causes such as trauma, injury, brain lesions, tumours, and more.

Treatment Options: • • •

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Glasses: If your child has long-sightedness or another vision issue that is causing them to squint, glasses may be able to help. Exercises for the muscles that control eye movement, such as eye exercises, can occasionally improve how well the eyes cooperate. Surgery - in this procedure, the muscles that control eye movement are moved to align the eyes properly. If glasses alone are not sufficiently effective, it might be advised. Injections into the ocular muscles: Injections weaken them, which can aid in better eye alignment. But generally, the effect only remains for a few months.

It may be necessary to treat your child’s lazy eye first, if it is a result of their squint. The most common method of treating a lazy eye is to cover the healthy eye with a patch in order to aid the lazy eye’s vision. 29

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FLICHA INTERIORS Maruthi Naik

A LEADER ON A MISSION TO REDEFINE THE RENOVATION ARENA

Gulshan | Business Connect

eter Druker has well-quoted, “The entrepreneur always searches for change, responds to it, and exploits it as an opportunity.” An entrepreneur is not only dedicated and passionate about his new and out-of-the-box solutions, but also empowered by an open-minded approach to excel in the business realm. Business Connect magazine is renowned for its impeccable monthly editions and the global platform it offers to its clients. Here again, we are back with our latest edition which is entitled to introduce the world to some excellent C-Suite executives out there inspiring budding entrepreneurs to dream and achieve.

Our editorial team had an interesting and joyful session with one of the amazing personalities, Mr. Maruthi Naik. The Founder and Director of Flicha Interiors, Mr. Maruthi, shared numerous lesserknown facts about the company and also shared his overall entrepreneurial journey so far with us. His charismatic persona and great leadership approach highly inspired us and made us feature him in our exclusive edition, ‘Entrepreneur of the Year 2022’. We truly hope and desire that this fascinating read will add some extra value to the lives of our global readership panel www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

and will encourage them to break the barriers and chase their dreams. So without any further ado, let’s dive straight into the read. Giving a detailed introduction of himself, Mr. Maruthi quips, “I am a problem solver and have a skill set for solving problems. And that’s one of the major reasons of me turning into an Entrepreneur. At the initial stages of my career, I chose Interior Design at first, but the biggest problem in the market was not Interior Design but Home Renovation. So we built an end-to-end Home Renovation firm in Bangalore itself.” He further asserts, “At Flicha, we listen to the client’s requirements first then we come up with a solution that adds value to their ideas and fulfill their expectations. Undoubtedly, Flicha is a one-stop solution for end-to-end home renovation that has every renovation services under one-roof. So the client need not run behind different vendors.” Explaining to us the major qualities of a successful leader, Mr. Maruthi says that a leader should be perseverant and should have a risk-taking ability and courage. “I have adopted these qualities for leading my business and the team towards higher growth,” says Mr. Maruthi.

ORGANIZATION BASED ON PROMISES

The team of Flicha Interiors works with a vision to make the Home Renovation Industry an organized and well-established sector from an unorganized one. Also, they drive with a vision to build an infrastructure with the best talent and strategies such as Ford’s Assembly Line System so the end product gets organized. The company is driven by the goal of maintaining quality and time management for all its projects. “The Prospects are not looking for Interior Design alone. They are looking for a Renovation Expert, so they get the freedom to design according to their wishes. From an Interior Design firm, we became a full-fledged Home Renovation firm. Technology plays a pivotal role from Designing to Execution. The available softwares for designing like 3DS Max, Google Sketchup, Vray and Autocad help our designers to create wonderful designs to show the preview. Softwares exclusively used for marketing purpose like Invideo, Canva is immense support for Designing our Digital Space. In Execution, the modern tools we use for renovation and the factory set up for machine made interiors and tools for handcraft interiors to deliver customized designs,”Mr. Maruthi Naik.

THE USPs

Mr. Naik affirms, “We will prepare ourselves better for the rainy days, that’s our way for standing strong in tough times. We take advantage of the time we have to think of innovation solutions for growth. The trajectory for 2021 was very challenging because we were just out of first lockdown and spent entire 2 months in the second lockdown. Business was stormy but not our core principles. This helped us bounce back to good times with ease.” He further explains some major elements that help his company above the competition, one of them is R&D. He says, “R & D is very important in every field. The world is changing every second. We need to research new materials, tools, and alternative solutions for the processes in Renovation Industry to stay updated and deliver better and faster.”

THE BRAIN AND THE BRAND

Sharing with us his real and unfiltered side, Mr. Naik says, “Journey of an entrepreneur is always like walking to a battlefield every day. There are many instances of near death scenarios, where it tests you to the core. I would like to quote this Line from Hard things about Hard Things by Ben Horowitz that inspires me to continue this entrepreneurship. ‘The Most Important Decisions Test Your Courage more than Your Intelligence’.” He adds, “I strongly believe that reading empowers every entrepreneur. The best books I read are: Rich Dad Poor Dad, Letters from a Father to his Daughter – Jawaharlal Nehru’s Letters to Indira Gandhi, E-Myth, My Experiments with Truth, Asura by AnandNeelakantan, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck by Mark Manson and more.” 31

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THE MOST

Desirable Snacks Brand of 2022

THE NEW DISRUPTOR OF THE “READY TO EAT SNACK” INDUSTRY Gulshan | Business Connect They say, “Quality in a service or product is not what you put into it. It is what the client or customer gets out of it.” Whatever we intake, it’s more than important to keep an eye on its ingredients, origin, and overall production process, especially in this age where getting quality products is complex due to competition and other market factors. And to tackle this issue in the packed food industry, Godavari Nutrifoods Pvt. Ltd. conceptualized Frunchy’s in the year 2014, intending to better the situation. The editorial board of the Business Connect magazine had an interesting virtual meeting with the leadership panel of Godavari Nutrifoods. In that fruitful conversation with us, the Managing Director of the company, Ishaan K. Gupta shared numerous lesserknown facts about the company and also shined some light on his entrepreneurial journey so far. The high-end product range of the company and a promise-driven approach highly inspired us and made us feature them in our upcoming edition, ‘The Most Desirable Snacks Brand of 2022’. The Business Connect team was surprised to see the sudden growth of Frunchy’s in the market during our survey and happily amazed to try Frunchy’sfirsthand. We truly hope and desire that this fascinating read will add some extra value to the lives of our global readers and will inspire them to break the barriers and chase their dreams.

THE DIFFERENTIATING FACTORS In the words of Edward De Bono, “Companies that solely focus on competition will ultimately die. Those that focus on value creation will thrive.” Quality with a blend of honest customer service is the only way to stand out in this competitive age. And that is something that Frunchy’s has its prime focus on. Utilizing high-end technology and quality raw materials, the company produces ready-to-eat snacks with a blend of taste and quality.

From sourcing raw materials to their conversion into finished products, every process confirms to the International norms (HACCP) of Quality & Safety. Human touch is avoided to ensure superior hygiene. Every care is taken to ensure that our products retain Freshness and Flavour. Apart from exclusive and innovative recipes, exotic presentation, and high quality products ‘Variety’ is the key reason behind Frunchy’s popularity. With the GNPL’s touch makes it tastier while the hi-tech machinery ensures that the packaging is done in an attractive way by maintaining international standards of hygiene, clarifies Ishaan Moreover, explaining to us the approach to tackle the competition, Ishan says, “If you talk about our competition in www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

Ishaan K. Gupta

Managing Director

the market, we consider only two to three companies in terms of quality and pricing. These are the companies we compete with in terms of quality because they have a standard quality and follow ethics. If we see other unstructured companies, nobody’s following the standard norms as for FSSAI, nobody is following ethical practices. There are a few companies in the market that are following ethics. So, how we stand up in the market is because we are providing quality and better taste than others. And in terms of pricing to the ruler manufacturers, we are below them. So we are giving more margins, we are giving more money to rural India than other bigger companies in the market.”

THE PRODUCT STORY At present, Frunchy’s has its roots well spread across the metro cities of the country, including Gwalior, Indore, and Gurugram. The team Frunchy’s gives all credit for the success to the Founder Chairman, Mr. Subhash Gupta, who is a visionary, dynamic leader, and a successful entrepreneur. The other leading executives of the company, Ishaan K. Gupta and Ramit K. Gupta, have an excellent experience in Hotel Management and food processing ventures along with worldwide recognition in the same. Ramit affirms, “With innovation as the cornerstone, food quality and taste are the founding principles of our organization. The range of products has already been introduced in selected territories of India in convenient consumer packs under its brand, FRUNCHY’s.” Every single packet of Frunchy’s snacks is made hygienically by utilizing sophisticated, latest equipment corresponding to machine-driven method lines and vacuum packaging. 33

“The resulting packed range of products are of the highest quality and more than adequately comply with the food safety standards laid by FSSAI and other concerned authorities under a quality certification and endorsement done by a leading company in India. The objective is to meet and serve the needs of growing demand of domestic as well as international consumers,” says Ishaan. Moreover, the high-end products of GNPL have earned the love of consumers in almost every corner of India, be it Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Odisha, Kolkata, Maharashtra, and Haryana.

PARTING WORDS Before signing off, the visionary shared some words for the budding leaders out there as well as for other players in the industry. Ishaan K. Gupta says,

“Success has no shortcut, hard work is the only way to achieve success. Keep calm, have faith in whichever power you believe in, and keep working hard. One day you will achieve the objective.”

For industry acquaintances, he asserts,

“I think all the structured and organized companies should, instead of fighting with each other, join together, help each other and create this industry 10 times bigger than the current situation. Because if we keep fighting with each other, there will be no benefit to anyone.” www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

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TOP 10 HOTELS IN INDIA FOR

Luxury and Convenience

ome locations truly embody the notion of luxury. A new definition of opulence is introduced by them. This list of 10 Best Hotels in India serves as evidence. In these luxurious Indian hotels, everything seems to be effortlessly larger than life. Beautiful architecture, a regal atmosphere, top-notch hospitality, and a sense of exclusivity define them. The luxury hotels in India are popular with both domestic and foreign visitors looking for a complete royal experience because of their abundance of first-class amenities, posh living spaces, royal spas, world-class conference facilities, majestic interiors, grand living spaces, and dishes from all over the world prepared by master chefs. The top 10 luxury hotels in India 2022 that redefine the term “luxury stay” are presented to you in this blog.

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Jaipur JW Marriott Resort & Spa

The five-star luxury resort JW Marriott Jaipur Resort and Spa is situated in Rajasthan’s historically significant capital. The resort has received the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, which is entirely due to its exceptional service. Offering 8 different lodging categories ensures a wonderful stay in Jaipur. You will be in awe of the magnificence of the classic building, regardless of whether you are in one of the luxurious rooms, suites, or stunning villas. This lovely resort’s all-white architecture calms the mind and promotes calmness. Jaipur is a great place to stop for unparalleled leisure because it has so many well-known tourist attractions.

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Aman-I-Khas, Ranthambore National Park

The safari outpost Aman-i-Khas, located on the outskirts of Ranthambore National Park, inspires people to think about the potential of living happy lives amidst spectacular natural beauty. Back at camp, spa services, relaxation, and meals are all taken advantage of under soaring, lit canopies that were modelled by traditional Mughal hunting parties. Tiger sightings are among the countless wildlife encounters available on daily Jeep excursions. Each tent has a professional batman assigned to it who leads guests through the jungle, along the Chambal River, and to temples and historical places. When the campfire sparkles at night under a mysterious starry sky, these expeditions provide plenty of fodder for stories. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

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Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur

One of India’s largest private hotel houses, Umaid Bhawan Palace was constructed by Maharaja Umaid Singhji as a representation of the “new” Jodhpur. The 64-room Indo-art deco gem today offers its visitors exclusive Taj Hospitality that mesmerises with a variety of experiences like Royal Butler Service, distinctive dining selections, and retail therapy. Visitors can explore the vast English gardens adorned with bougainvillaea, play squash with the Royal Trainer, see the on-site museum, enjoy a great brandy while playing snooker, or visit the Jiva Grande Spa to take advantage of the comprehensive ayurvedic treatments and yoga sessions it offers.

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The Oberoi, New Delhi

The Oberoi New Delhi hotel, which underwent substantial renovations before reopening in 2018, perfectly portrays the spirit of India’s capital city through the seamless fusion of tradition with contemporary refinement. The hotel offers generous, well-lit rooms and suites equipped with contemporary technology and offering magnificent views of the Delhi Golf Course and Humayun’s Tomb. A rooftop Chinese restaurant, a contemporary Indian specialty restaurant, and Three sixty for all-day fine dining are among the restaurants. A new cigar room, a wine cellar, and a rooftop bar are also included. Wellness services include The Oberoi Spa, temperature-controlled indoor and outdoor pools, and a 24-hour fitness centre.

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The Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai, Maharashtra

Construction of India’s first five-star hotel, the iconic Taj Mahal Palace and Tower, began in 1902, and it now proudly stares out upon the Arabian Sea. The Taj was reopened in 2010 after the 2008 terror attack, and it is generally seen as the Indian people’s symbol of tenacity. This luxurious resort has never failed to astonish tourists with its cutting-edge architecture and modern amenities. A perfect blend of upscale refinement and first-rate service makes this iconic hotel one of the best in the world. The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower are perfectly in tune and are located in the heart of Colaba. It is 2.6 acres in size and provides holistic wellness treatments at the renowned Jiva Spa in addition to 9 different dining options. Visitors are certainly spoiled for choice, so it makes sense that there are so many options available to them. Several treatments are available in the Taj Salon, or you may just relax by the lovely pool. Additionally, guests may employ yacht services for an additional cost. The Taj Mahal Palace, a perfect fusion of luxury, comfort, and leisure, offers 60 rooms total, including 44 suites that were created with today’s guests in mind. The hotel, which is located only 20 miles from the airport, has hosted several well-known worldwide and Indian celebrities, including Bill and Hillary Clinton, Angelina Jolie, and many others. For tourists’ hunger, the palace offers a vast variety of Indian, Chinese, Italian, and continental cuisines.

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Ananda in the Himalayas, Uttarakhand

Ananda in the Himalayas, which overlooks the Ganges Valley, is a serene wellness resort with woodland views, elegant accommodations, some with individual gardens, a pool, and a golf course. For travellers to India looking for peace and tranquillity, this resort and hotel is a popular starting point. Visitors adore Ananda in the Himalayas’ spa because it provides wellness services including yoga, meditation, and weight loss. Surrounded by the beautiful sights and sounds of nature, indulge in a variety of traditional massages, rose petal baths, and other Ayurvedic therapies.

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Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

The white marble and mosaic Taj Lake Palace rises out of Lake Pichola like a mirage, lures tourists in. Maharana Jagat Singh II constructed the palace in 1746, making it older than the building itself. Today, a staff of palace butlers ensures that every luxury is offered and treats guests like royalty. The Jiva Spa creates a selection of aromatherapy massages, body washes, and wraps that are sure to revive even the most worn-out body by drawing on rich idioms from centuries-old Indian wellness and healing techniques. The hotel’s rooftop Bhairo restaurant is open from midOctober to mid-April and offers delectable contemporary European cuisine along with amazing views of the royal lake.

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Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

One of the most magnificent structures that exquisitely depicts Rajasthan’s royal lineage is the Rambagh Palace, which was built in 1835. Once upon a time, Gayatri Devi and Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II lived there. It occupies a 48-acre plot of land and is one of Rajasthan’s largest palace hotels. The Taj Group of Hotels has meticulously repaired and adorned this iconic heritage. The “Jewel of Jaipur” moniker is appropriately reflected in the stunning architecture, well-kept gardens, and sophisticated dining establishments The palace is regarded as one of the world’s most opulent hotels as of now. The classic decor offers a singular experience. Visitors are transported back in time by the ornate cenotaphs, 18th-century ballroom, and sandstone balustrades. A total of 78 air-conditioned suites and rooms with antique furnishings and old-world charm are available. All of the rooms are roomy and equipped with contemporary conveniences like a full-sized mirror, minibar, DVD player, high-definition television, and internet connection. By engaging in therapeutic treatments at the Jiva Spa, you can elevate your royal vacation. It will balance your thoughts and revitalise your spirit. Among the famous visitors to this heritage hideaway are Lord Mountbatten, Jacqueline Kennedy, and Prince Charles. It makes sense that Rambagh Palace is the finest location for soaking up contemporary luxury and Rajput hospitality.

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The Leela Palace Udaipur

Udaipur, known as the “Venice of the East,” features some of the top hotels in both India and the entire world. The 2019 Travel+Leisure, USA readers survey named The Leela Palace Udaipur the greatest hotel in the world. Each of the 80 opulent suites at the Lake Pichola location offers sweeping views of the mountains and peaceful lakes. Here, the gorgeous décor, music, and folk performances capture the very best of Rajasthan’s rich cultural heritage. Under a starry sky, the fine-dining restaurant Sheesh Mahal radiates tranquilly and provides savoury, traditional Indian cuisine. This hotel offers carefully planned events for couples, making it the perfect place to give your relationship wings. A romantic boat trip, spa treatment, exotic bath setup, and destination dining are all included for a spellbinding experience.

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The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur

The Oberoi Udaivilas is a unique hotel that is located on the shore of Lake Pichola. This heritage refuge provides a soothing escape from the bustle of daily life and is set against a captivating background, beautiful gardens, and stunning architecture. The 30-acre hotel is located on the royals’ historic hunting grounds, which date back more than 190 years. The Oberoi Udaivilas was named the greatest hotel in the world by Travel & Leisure in 2015. Such life-changing experiences are available at the Udaivilas. The first-rate lodgings, unusual cuisine, and genuine warmth entice visitors and revive innumerable memories. The midday dining establishment Surya Mahal offers stunning views of the surroundings and specialises in both Indian and Western food. The open-air dining area Chandni is renowned for its live performances of Indian classical music and dancing. Private treatment rooms at the Oberoi Spa offer breathtaking views of the lily pond. In addition, they boast a couple’s-only spa suite. There are 87 sumptuous rooms that are a blend of old and new, along with 1 Kohinoor suite and 4 opulent suites. Each room carefully blends a Rajputana-inspired design, antique hardwood furnishings, and contemporary amenities. The roomy interior boasts a splash of colour and a window seat with a cushion, as well as an ensuite bathroom. The lavish suites’ professionally decorated interiors, which include private swimming pools and dining areas, provide the ideal environment for relaxing. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

Herbage Herbal

Self-made Entrepreneur Personifying his Vision of “Striving for Global Wellness through Herbal Products” with Herbage Herbal Puja Bhardwaj | Business Connect A visionary entrepreneur, an action-driven leader, a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience, an Utkal University Alumni, and an ardent leader behind the country’s emerging herbal healthcare brand – Dibya Ranjan Dash. Owing to his invaluable life experiences, Dibya Ranjan Dash - President & CEO of Herbage Herbals, has travelled and transitioned his firm from a newly launched skincare initiative to a renowned herbal brand nationwide. Dibya received his higher education in cosmetic technology and a postgraduate degree in physics from Ravenshaw College. He has authored over 100 beauty and personal care articles throughout his professional career. THE TALE OF INCEPTION Herbage Herbal’s innovative vision was planted in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, in 2003 with the goal of transforming the rich culture of Indian history into world-class beauty products. It has established itself as a pioneer in developing and marketing herbal products in important beauty care areas with a clear purpose. The company has been crafting its beauty products by successfully integrating the pros of Ayurveda knowledge with modern methods. Herbal’s vision is ‘The natural medicines in an ultramodern form to serve the ailing humanity with outstanding results without exposing other systems of the body towards unwanted effects.’ Pioneering Ayurvedic products and realising their benefits of it to humanity, they have formulated their rationale. This has resulted in opening a broad market and promoting and marketing strategies to leverage the demand for their products. CRAVING OUT AS A DIFFERENTIATOR Herbage Herbal’s uniqueness lies in its technique and know-how, which is cost-effective and delivers the best product. Herbage never compromises with any ingredients and stays stringent on never doing so. This has helped the company to stand apart from its peer competitors. The company works assiduously to maintain its product’s cost as low as possible so that customers can easily buy them from various offline retailers and e-Commerce platforms like Amazon and others, keeping affordability & availability concerns in mind. TAKE ON THE INDUSTRY EVOLUTION “We make an effort to stay up to date on the most recent developments in the raw material and herbal extraction industries by attending international conferences and

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seminars by scientists who work with these goods. This allows us to actively participate in the industry’s ongoing processes of innovation and upgrade, which helps us stay current.” said Dibya. SURPASSING THE CHALLENGES AT NASCENT AGE An entrepreneurial journey is packaged with challenges, which in Dibya’a case, appeared to be the difficulties of running cosmetics manufacturing in Odisha, nonavailability of raw materials, packaging materials, absence of industrial work culture, lack of skilled labours, banker’s conservative attitude, exasperated behaviour of government agencies, poor consumerism, etc., It was a long list. Despite that, Dibya and his team continue because of affinity towards their state, trying to establish an excellent industrious culture in their land. RELATIONSHIP WITH CLIENTS To win customer’s trust and loyalty, you need to work hard to implement a customer-centric working philosophy to enable them to succeed in their quest of achieving good quality products and attain their wellbeing; in the last 17 years of their journey, they never found a single complaint on their products in financial product range it’s an outstanding achievement that helped Herbage create trust among customers. THE UNIQUE MARKETING STRATEGIES Their marketing strategy is based on providing value while maintaining a low-profit margin and sparing media advertisements. By doing this, they could focus more on products which are not only free from toxic chemicals but also incorporate nourishing ingredients like almond oil, avocado oil, wheat germ oil, and grape seed oil. It also uses herbal extract mix for Ayurvedic medicines and helps prevent various skin problems.

The team’s dynamic techniques have allowed them to market their products using contemporary beauty terminology. Due to this, there has been a rapid increase in demand for the products on the local market. HERBAGE TEAM & THEIR CORE VALUES Since its inception, Dibya has strategically led his team and harnessed success through the prominent values of continuous learning, ethics, commitment, and trust. Here, the corporate culture must be sincere to the principles they have established, moral, and dedicated to the brand identity they are creating.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR DIBYA RANJAN DASH? The company’s prime motto is, ‘Committed to producing quality Herbal/ Ayurvedic formulations.’ They are giving high-quality products with an affordable price range and prompt services all over the globe.

Dibya Ranjan Dash President & CEO

While working on this motto over the course of 15 years, the visionary leader has kept customers satisfied and let the success ladder at Herbage. Now, he is looking to make a place for his company in the top 3 manufacturing companies in India in the next two years.

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Creates an Indelible Mark on the Digital Payment Landscape through Its Sound Practices and Customer-Centric Innovations Puja Bhardwaj | Business Connect

A powerful disruptive force reshaping the payments horizon, IMwalleT is acknowledged globally for its awardwinning offerings and a series of unmatched services. As the fastest-growing B2B aggregator in the telecom FinTech industry, IMwalleT has tie-ups with more than 160 Business leaders and runs hand-in-hand with 1000 plus Channel Partners in the retail network of 50,000 plus nationwide, delivering an excellent experience to over 50,00,000 customers nationwide.

An innovative seed that was sown in 2017 germinated well and became the cornerstone and set new standards for the payments industry by spreading its wings in various spectrums like Mobile Recharge, Bill Payments, Domestic Money Transfers, Travel Solutions, Recharge API, and various Whitelabel Service Solutions. IMwalleT is a brand name under Virtual Wallet Systems Pvt Ltd., owned by Rashmita Nayak and Pankaj Kumar Sharma as the Managing Directors.

IMwalleT’s Exclusive Service Portfolio

“Our Company’s motto is “Har Retailer Ka Wallet.” With this motive, we work towards empowering retailers and distributors on the PAN India level”, asserts Rashmita Nayak, Managing Director and the brain behind the idea. By offering a single interface for Aadhar Enabled Payment Systems (AePS), Aadhaar Pay, and M-ATM withdrawals, IMwalleT empowers users. Customers may additionally benefit from credit card loan possibilities and domestic money transfers offered by Paytm Payment Bank and Fino Payment Bank throughout the country of India. Additionally, it allows for the payment of utility bills such as electricity, insurance premiums, gas, water, subscription fees, telephone bills, etc.; the recharging of all popular mobile devices; and the booking of flights, hotels, and buses, which are all offered by Travel Solutions.

Craving out as a Differentiator

IMwalleT emerged with the idea of providing an intuitive platform for B2B business through a strategic partnership with hundreds of retailers and distributors on the PAN India level. They have an advantage over their rivals in the same industry as a result of their rich experience and knowledgeable team. Therefore, their flourishing experience and profound staff give them an edge over their competitors in the same arena. Some of their fortes are: 1. Optimum Service Quality 2. Boosting Retailers and Distributors Businesses 3. Provide the Best Business Opportunities 4. Most Reliable API Partner 5. Highly Secured Platform

Rashmita Nayak

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goals of IMwalleT. The core team of the firm constantly aspires to work in accordance with what the clients and the market demand. They ensure the ongoing analysis of market trends and hasten the adoption of cutting-edge technology for API service, Whitelabel service, recharges, money transfers, etc., in order to react to the most recent market demands. They employ the most recent tools and methods to fulfil their primary objectives.

Obstacles on the Way

The initial days of IMwalleT were not a cakewalk. Instead, they had to overcome numerous obstacles like building a solid team of professionals who share the company’s goals and are willing to work, winning over potential customers, creating a user-friendly platform for accepting all forms of payments and money transfers, and guaranteeing the highest level of security in every term. “We willingly accepted every challenge and overcame every roadblock that stood in the way of our achievement. We are currently India’s fastest-growing company thanks to our extensive knowledge and significant experience in the telecom and fin-tech industries”, added Rashmita Nayak.

IMwalleT’s Take on Technology Infusion

Innovative technologies like IoT, AI, and Big Data have opened up new opportunities for organisations all around the world. The IMwalleT team has taken on the challenges head-on. It provides distinctive solutions for customers in the form of cutting-edge features and technologically cutting-edge products supported by IoT, AI, and Big Data.

Valuable Ethos and Values at IMwalleT

The following are some of the company’s core principles and beliefs that contribute to its success in the market: 1. Serving as a one-stop solution partner for both large business hubs and small retailers at the same time 2. Fostering a relationship with the clients based on enduring faith and trust by offering them cutting-edge, technically sound solutions 3. To optimise the clients’ income, they are working to recognise long-term relationships with business partners and channel partners 4. Supporting start-ups and SMEs to develop inventive API solutions or White-label products in order to compete successfully in today’s market 5. Embracing the challenge of doing business with other businesses and enabling the clients to provide smiles worldwide

Relationships with the Clients

Their promise to offer unrivalled security and quality, which serves as the foundation of the brass-bound trust and faith, is the cornerstone of their unbreakable relationship with the 160+ corporate partners and more than 1000 channel partners spread across the country. With this objective in mind, they ensure to provide the highest quality service to the clients with incomparable features and traits.

The Significance of R&D

To offer impeccable services to clients, IMwallleT rely entirely upon Research and Development. There is a separate Research and Development department in the company that works on doing extensive market research and mapping potential customers’ expectations. The research revealed that they focus on creating the highest calibre engineered products for our clients in the form of priceless services in order to increase their profits.

The Team of IMwallleT

IMwalleT is managed through a highly talented, exceptionally skilled, and profoundly dedicated team of 40 enthusiastic staff members who possess a deep knowledge base in the Telecom and fin-tech industry. At IMwalleT, every member gets equal importance. The leading team use the tactics listed below to maintain the team’s motivation and vigour: 1. Encourage their creative ideas 2. Support open communication 3. Recreational activities 4. Boost employee feedback 5. Celebrate milestones and achievements together 6. Acknowledge hard work and efficiency 7. Reward and accreditation to deserving employees 8. Prioritize their needs 9. Encourage a healthy work environment, and 10. Promote peer and subordinate relationships

Feathers in the Cap

On the path of serving customers nationwide with extensively significant features, IMwalleT has proudly joined hands with 250-plus strategic business entrepreneurs. Additionally, their more than 1000 channel partners and 500-plus transactions per second make the company the business leader in the market arena. However, they view the 500000 content clients they have in both urban and rural India, as well as their tremendous trust in the team, as their most significant accomplishment to date.

Painting The Canvas of IMwalleT’s Future

At IMwalleT, they are dedicated to giving retailers and distributors around the country the tools they need to maintain their identity in this cutthroat marketplace and reinvent their businesses in order to see increased revenue and profit margins. The improvement and decoration of the clients significantly affect the company’s future. Here, the mission is to strengthen retailers and distributors in India. The future plans to achieve their ultimate goals includes the following: 1. Continuous service enrolment 2. Benefiting the retailers and distributors 3. Exclusive services to our clients to let them equate with the current market competition 4. Highest quality service with constant advancements and growth 5. Promote the importance of vendors and provide them with solid technical backing

Dynamic Leadership

Rashmita Nayak, Managing Director An inspiring and successful businessperson, Rashmita Nayak is spreading the IMwalleT in the key position of Managing Director. Before this venture, she held various executive positions in businesses focused on the Fin-Tech industry for more than ten years. In academics, the influential lady graduated with an MBA in Business Management from a reputable management college in India and hails from a family with a strong educational history. 41

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At Tesla’s AI Day, Elon Musk

unveiled the humanoid robot Optimus Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, unveiled a humanoid robot prototype called “Optimus” and predicted that the manufacturer of electric vehicles will be able to construct millions of them and sell them for less than $US20,000 ($31,000). At the electric vehicle manufacturer’s “AI day” event, Mr. Musk said, “There’s still a lot of work to be done to develop Optimus and prove it.” On Friday, a prototype model that Tesla claimed was created in February strolled out onto the platform and waved at the audience. Tesla displayed a video of an automated production station at the company’s California plant performing mundane duties like watering plants, transporting boxes, and lifting metal bars. On a cart, the team unloaded the more efficient current generation bot. Mr. Musk expressed his expectation that it would soon be able to walk on its own. Existing humanoid robots, according to him, are “missing a brain” and the capacity to come up with solutions on their own. In contrast to that he further said that Tesla will have a goal to produce millions of Optimus, a “highly capable robot.” He stated that he thought it would only cost around $US20,000.

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Mr. Musk and Tesla executives admitted that there was still more work to be done in order to build a low-cost, mass-produced robot that could take the place of humans in the workplace. Other car companies, including Toyota and Honda, have created humanoid robot prototypes that are capable of complex tasks like shooting a basketball, and factory robots from companies like ABB are a staple of the auto industry. For a mass-market robot that may be used in manufacturing, Tesla is the sole company leading the market. An upgraded Tesla robot was hauled onto the stage by staff. A microprocessor system, actuators for its limbs, and a 2.3 kWh battery pack carried in its torso are just a few of the Tesla-produced components that will be included in the device. The robot should weigh 73 kg. “It wasn’t yet ready to start walking. But I think it will start walking in a few weeks, “said Mr. Musk. The engineers on stage catered to a technical audience, and Mr. Musk claimed that the event’s goal was to hire workers. They described how Tesla developed robot hands and used crash simulator technology to evaluate the robot’s ability to fall on its face without breaking. Mr. Musk, who has previously discussed the dangers of AI, claimed that the widespread use of robots has the power to “change civilization” and usher in “a future of abundance, a future without poverty.” On the other hand, he also asserted that in his perspective, Tesla shareholders ought to be involved in examining the company’s initiatives. Mr. Musk added, “You can dismiss me if I go insane. “This is crucial.” The quickness of Tesla’s development work since August of last year, when Tesla announced its project with a prank in which a person dressed in a white suit impersonated a humanoid robot, earned a great deal of enthusiastic feedback on Twitter. Tesla’s plans for humanoid robots were first revealed by Elon Musk at the company’s AI day in August of last year. This year’s event was postponed until the robot prototype was operational, with plans to begin mass production as early as next year.

“And it won’t change whether the robot is a robot arm or is humanoid in shape,” he continued.

To advertise the introduction of the bot on social media, Tesla posted a photo of metallic robotic hands making the shape of a heart. Initially, Mr. Musk said, Optimus would do tedious or hazardous tasks like moving parts around Tesla plants or tightening a bolt to a car with a tool. Optimus is a reference to the strong and kind commander of the Autobots in the Transformers media series. Moreover, he asserted that in the future, robots would be employed in households to perform tasks like cooking, mowing the lawn, taking care of the elderly, and even acting as a human’s “buddy” or sex partner. Heni Ben Amor, a robotics professor at Arizona State University, said it is incredibly difficult to create hands that are adaptable, human-like, and can manage many objects. According to Jonathan Hurst of humanoid robot company Agility Robotics, “there are so many things about what people can do dexterously that are very, very challenging for robots.”

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INDO BAIJIN CHEMICALS PVT. LTD. Reducing Carbon Footprints Significantly With Its Synchronized Technology Excellence And Innovation

Puja Bhardwaj | Business Connect An IMS certified company having their state of the art manufacturing facility at Dahej, SEZ area in Gujarat stands as a world-class manufacturing plant, producing 70,000 MT/annum of CS2 by using natural gas as a primary raw material. Indofil Industries Limited, based in Mumbai, India, created a joint venture with Shanghai Baijin Chemicals Group Company Ltd. (SBC), based in Shanghai, China, with the goal of reducing carbon footprints on the environment and becoming an independent producer and global supplier of Carbon Disulphide.

‘‘Green Technology’ Initiative by Indobaijin

Producing and selling CS2 with green technology process where they use expensive natural gas compared to a cheaper carbon source like charcoal. Even though there is a significant price difference, Indobaijin chose to use green technology to prevent the destruction of more than 70 Sq.Kms of forest and green zone per year and protect an area of forest equivalent to more than 500 sq km. • Inhouse steam generation and consumption by using process heat • Steam-based turbine generates power and reduces external power load and dependency • Water conservation – reduced 35% water consumption in the last 3 years • Power – various initiatives of power saving and optimisation resulted in 10% power reduction • Zero discharge management, no liquid waste disposal • Greenery development surrounding plant premises and water usage from domestic treated effluent reduce water load. • Reducing process air consumption by 55% and reduction in nitrogen consumption by 29%, supporting overall energy-efficient operations

Deploying Expertise in Research and Development

R&D is essential to any organisation, whether it is in the manufacturing or service sectors. The R&D and process improvement team at Indobaijin is constantly working hard to reduce the number of raw materials used and increase yield, which benefits the environment and the product’s cost-effectiveness. They aim to produce carbon disulfide that exceeds global quality needs while upholding the highest safety standards. They also want to provide excellent customer service to their clients.

Work Culture at Indobaijin

Indobaijin is “A Palace to Grow for Everyone!” Its acronym, IBJ, stands for Inclusive, Belonging and Joyful Journey for Every Employee. IBJ offers a platform to develop people’s potential and provide them with a chance to succeed in achieving shared organisational goals, vision, and objectives. They follow robust performance and potential assessment processes to develop competitiveness and healthy work culture.They support an environment where employees may offer their creative ideas, talents, and best efforts to accomplish goals.

Daxesh J. Mankad

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the firm was able to grab 60% of the domestic market share quickly and has since gained the preference of most of its client base. This gives IBJ a sense of enormous responsibility and pride. The capacity of Indobaijin’s CS2 manufacture will increase to 75,000 metric tonnes. Their long-term goal is to collaborate with companies with a significant consumer base to reduce their carbon footprint and promote green technology.

The goal of reducing carbon footprints was the cornerstone of Indobaijin. From the designing stage onward, the team has worked diligently to ensure that things are done in a way that avoids using charcoal to produce CS2, optimises gas consumption, and uses exceptional TGTU (tail gas treatment unit) design for CS2 production to ensure minimal emission. Projects for saving water and electricity are found and carried out. The plant is being converted to a zerodischarge one to reduce carbon footprints while improving steam production and consumption and using the excess steam to generate electricity.

Indobaijin’s CS2 is the only product which is BIS-approved product available in INDIA. Additionally, “GREEN CS2” is the name of a single product with a registered trademark. IBJ is the sole exporter of CS2 out of India due to the high quality of our products and exporting procedures. After the growth and the introduction of green, clean, and highquality CS2 production by Indobaijin, India switched from being a net importer to an exporter of the substance. In actuality, the Company created the AATMA NIRBHAR BHARAT for CS2.

Indobaijin’s Achievements & Expansion Binge

Dynamic Leadership

Reducing Carbon Footprints Globally

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INTENIM TECHNOLOGIES

PRIVATE LIMITED Helping Companies Around The World Grow With eCommerce Centric Solutions

ARUN ARORA FOUNDER & CEO

Puja Bhardwaj | Business Connect he eCommerce Industry has been on a rapid rise since the last decade. Many firms are waiting for the right advice, platforms, and opportunities to build their operations into global digital brands. With the vision to fill that skill gap and act as a bridge for these businesses from where they are and where they aspire to be, Intenim Technologies came into existence. Today, it stands pioneer and a leader in delivering customer-centric, innovative, agile, and cost-effective solutions across IT and eCommerce domains.

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Since inception, that all began in Nov 2017, from a small group of tech geeks grew into making its global presence in the software solution company focusing mainly in eCommerce domain. Headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, Intenim Technologies holds a strong presence throughout the nation and in the global arena. Further explaining Intenim’s products and service’s portfolio, the visionary leader Arun Arora, Founder & CEO of Intenim Technologies, stated – “We embarked on our journey by providing eCommerce services, including brand management, eCommerce Account Management, product photo shoots, product listing and cataloguing, and warehousing services a.k.a Fulfillment by Voila. Over time, we expanded our offerings to include website development and digital marketing services to give SMEs a comprehensive approach to transforming, even offline companies, into well-known digital brands.

INTENIM’S BUSINESS EXPANSION

Under the VOILA brand, Intenim conducts eCommerce business that largely focuses on E2E brand management services to all types of companies, not just D2C firms. By giving SMEs the appropriate makeover needed to establish and grow themselves in the market, they are committed to transforming them into well-known digital brands. Four important verticals, VOILA Biz, VOILA Studio, VOILA Retail, and VOILA Kart, were developed to support the growth of SMEs in the eCommerce space. VOILA Studio offers eCommerce Product Photoshoot Services, VOILA Retail offers Pick, Pack, and Ship Solutions, and VOILA Kart is an online platform for Selling Goods. In contrast, VOILA Biz concentrates on offering Brand Management and eCommerce Consultancy Services.

COMPANY’S NICHE & BRAND STRATEGIES

A reputable provider of eCommerce solutions, Intenim Technologies, provides trustworthy, high-quality services. Despite the fierce competition in this market, Intenim’s distinctive business approach is centered on delivering superior customer service. Intenim’s primary branding techniques include advertising on social media to attract new clients and word-of-mouth marketing to potential clients by turning existing clients into their biggest brand ambassadors.

operate with the appropriate intent to reach their periodic targets. They become more closely bonded to their work as a result. Since they believe that creativity cannot be confined by time and needs a free mind and space to express themselves accurately, liberty allows creative thoughts to flourish. With these three pillars, they hope to accomplish the organisation’s objectives without sacrificing the calibre of the provided services.

TEAM BUILDING

Intenim’s team strength has been expanding each month and will do so in the future. They have an unmatched experience and aspire to do more and make their work speak for itself. Intenim started with 15 employees about 5 years ago and has increased by 100% YoY. The company has continued to hire devoted, hardworking workers to VOILAVERSE as the scale and portfolio of its services have grown. The management team at VOILA promotes employee accountability and ownership of their work. They make sure to provide VOILAITES sufficient freedom to express themselves in their job and give the company meaningful contributions.

DEALING WITH THE UNCERTAINTIES

Every part of life has its ups and downs, and the business world is no different. The Intenim team always strives to provide the appropriate services and comprehend the effects if it doesn’t. The team’s frequent evaluation of its performance helps understand where it stands and areas where it may need improvement. This helps them in reducing performance errors brought on by uncertainties. In addition, they always move forward with the mindset that there may be upcoming uncertainties to handle and that they should humble themselves in these circumstances.

ASSURING A POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT THROUGH MOTIVATION

Leadership is the process of setting perfect examples and establishing the right paths for the team as a whole to follow. We believe that the leader guides the team, and makes them work towards the organisational goals. Our many team leaders, who work in various verticals like VOILA Studio, VOILA Biz, VOILA Retail, and VOILA Kart, walk the talk and do leadership by example for their subordinates.

To develop a sustainable work environment and a sense of belongingness for the employees towards the organization, they aim to promote a positive and healthy atmosphere in the office space. Employees are free to create working habits consistent with the company’s culture and tackle tasks any way they see fit. Mr. Arun Arora, Founder and CEO, works to strike a balance as a leader by encouraging a collective team culture without sacrificing any team member’s uniqueness in order to make them feel at ease with their work. The idea of self-motivation begins to take shape. It emerges as a powerful tool once employees feel free to express themselves individually and work with a sense of freedom.

CREATIVE & INNOVATIVE WORK CULTURE OF INTENIM

FUTURE ROADMAP

ARUN’S INSIGHTS ON LEADERSHIP

The essential foundations of Intenim’s workplace culture are ownership, discipline, and enough freedom to foster creativity. Ownership provides a sense of control and encourages team members to take the initiative in their work and feel in charge of their activities. Discipline enables the team members to

Intenim Technologies aims to expand its operation to different cities, apart from increasing the employee count in the coming months. They intend to establish VOILA facilities in the cities of Bangalore, Surat, and Jaipur. To better serve the clients by being accessible to them, they plan to strengthen the team even more.

CONCLUDING WITH INSIGHTS ON VOILA & THE IT INDUSTRY VOILAITES believe in constantly upgrading themselves in this fast-changing world, as change is the only constant. They always use the latest tools in their services to deliver the best experience to all the clients and stand a cut above the rest. To ensure the highest quality, they continuously upgrade the tools utilised in these services, whether it be account management, site development, or digital marketing. 49

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Net Worth

the partnership. His privately held Navi Technologies provides middle-class customers with a variety of financial products, including house loans and health insurance. As per Forbes, Sachin Bansal’s net worth is $1.2 billion as of 13th October, 2022.

lipkart is an Indian private limited e-commerce company that started with online book sales and slowly branched out into other product categories like consumer electronics, fashion, household staples, food, and lifestyle goods The company operates from its headquarters in Bangalore and Singapore. The company’s main rivals are Snapdeal in India and Amazon’s Indian subsidiary. Flipkart had a 39.5% market share in India’s e-commerce market as of March 2017. Flipkart was said to be “neck and neck” with Amazon in the selling of gadgets and mobile phones, and it has a commanding position in the fashion sector because of its purchase of Myntra. Also, Flipkart is the owner of PhonePe, a UPI-based mobile payment platform.

Rivals:

Amazon.in, Amazon.com, gadgets360.com, mysmartprice. com, indiamart.com, 91mobiles.com, tatacliq.com, croma. com, snapdeal.com

Background in Brief:

Who founded Flipkart? In October 2007, Sachin and Binny Bansal, IIT, Delhi graduates and former Amazon workers, founded Flipkart. The company’s first focus was on nationwide shipping for online book sales. By 2008, Flipkart had gradually gained notoriety and was getting 100 orders per day. Flipkart purchased WeRead from Lulu.com in 2010 and it is now situated in Bangalore.

Flipkart was valued at roughly $20 billion when American retail giant Walmart purchased a 77% controlling share for US$16 billion in August 2018. By 2022, Flipkart will be worth $37.6 billion. In 2023, it intends to go public through an American stock exchange listing.

Flipkart Net Worth 2022:

The digital content library of the Bollywood portal Chakpak as well as the digital distribution company Mime360.com were both purchased by Flipkart in 2011. In 2012, Flipkart debuted Flyte, a DRM-free online music shop, following the acquisition. Flyte failed and stopped down in June 2013 as a result of competition from free streaming websites. Flipkart purchased Letsbuy, an online retailer of electronics, in 2012 and Myntra, an online retailer of clothing, for US$280 million in May 2014 with an eye toward the Indian retail industry. Flipkart purchased the Delhi-based mobile marketing automation company Appiterate in April 2015. It announced that it would improve its mobile offerings using Appiterate’s technology. Flipkart acquired a small stake in MapmyIndia, a provider of digital maps, in December 2015. In 2016, Flipkart paid Rocket Internet US$70 million for the online fashion shop Jabong.com and the UPI mobile payments startup PhonePe. A parenting information firm called TinyStep received a $2 million investment from Flipkart in January 2017.

What is the net worth of flipkart? The biggest e-commerce site in India Flipkart has the highest level of market penetration. With its e-commerce businesses, Flipkart maintains a share of roughly 37% of the Indian market. Both on its website and through its app, Flipkart sells almost everything. Amazon is Flipkart’s main competition in India. Flipkart has a market value of roughly $40 billion, which is 2.9 lakh crore in Indian rupee.

Net Worth of Flipkart Owner:

In 2007, former Amazon executive Sachin Bansal partnered with his friend and fellow billionaire Binny Bansal to launch Flipkart as an online bookseller. Binny Bansal sold his minority ownership for $1 billion and exited

Future Plans:

Over the next three to four years, Flipkart plans to expand capacity to meet the rising demand for goods sold through e-commerce by opening three sizable fulfillment centres in North, West, and South India. On January 24, 2022, the e-commerce platform announced the extension of its grocery services to 1,800 cities around India. Now, Flipkart Grocery will ship to 10,000 pin codes across 23 states in the nation. Bloomberg claims that Flipkart plans to raise $3 billion when it goes public in 2022, making it a $40 billion corporation.

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P GAURAV KUMAR WANKAR Vice President of Product Management

SarvM.AI A Seasoned Thought Leader: The Ambassador of Transformation

Indranil Roy | Business Connect xploring the journey is more fascinating than the final destination. Along the way, we discover ourselves, follow our hearts, and understand what is most important in turning our dreams into reality. In his quest to transform society, Gaurav Kumar Wankar, VP of Product at SarvM.AI, has been rediscovering and empowering himself. In his words, “Being a lifelong learner committed to disrupting our intellection with a progressive and growth mindset is the key to reforming society.”

Along with Business Connect Magazine, Gaurav is also featured among the “10 Best Chief Product Officer’s (CPO’s) in India 2022” by TradeFlock Business Magazine in their November edition connecting the C-Suite Executives, Entrepreneurs, Founders & other decision-makers around the world. In terms of his academic bastion, he is a Global Doctor of Business Administration scholar along with LL.M, M.Tech, double M.B.A, double PG, and 5 Executive Programmes from the University of Cambridge, UK; Swiss School of Business and Management, Switzerland; National University of Singapore; IIM Kozhikode; IIM Nagpur; IIM Indore; IIM Trichy; University of Hyderabad and JNTU Hyderabad, in addition to 400+ International Certifications. As a Seasoned Thought Leader, he has led 25 teams across 21 geographical locations, achieving Global Enterprise Agility across Semiconductor, Electronics, IT, Telecom, Aerospace, Automotive, FinTech, AgriTech, HPC, Real Estate, and Media Production industries. As an Agile Transformational Coaching Leader, he has been a trusted advisor to the C-Suite with the brain of an engineer, the heart of a designer, and the speech of a diplomat, leading holistic business model innovation, transforming this VUCA world. BUSINESS CONNECT SPOKE WITH GAURAV TO UNDERSTAND HIS JOURNEY, HIS VISION, AND STRATEGIES FOR THE FUTURE. BCM: THANK YOU FOR JOINING US GAURAV. WE WOULD LIKE TO UNDERSTAND HOW HAVE YOU BEEN ALTERING OUR PERCEPTION OF BUSINESS TOWARDS DIGITALIZATION WHILE WORKING ACROSS 14 ORGANIZATIONS? GAURAV: As an Ambassador of Transformation, SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, ICAgile Certified Agile Coach, Certified Scrum Product Owner, Agile Certified Practitioner, and Six-Sigma Black Belt Professional, I have been co-creating the program vision, crafting actionable roadmaps, delivering benefits cases spearheading Digital Transformation. As a Visionary Change Management Professional, I have been offering technology leadership, product ownership, and stakeholder engagement, identifying the pain areas, driving end-to-end PLC/PLM, exploring Next-Generation PaaS/SaaS/ IaaS/AIaaS productized services driving Web-3.0 & Industry-5.0 Hyper-Personalization.

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As a People Leader, I have been a strategic Systems Thinker with Big-picture thinking, working closely with the CxO’s/ Stakeholders, igniting and catalyzing the organizational growth, balancing risk and innovation towards reforming society.

becoming smarter, more flexible, and intuitive, and AIdriven Hyper-Personalization is the future.

As a Resilient Leader, I have been spearheading a unified e-commerce platform, an end-to-end SaaS business-place for supply chain management along with launching various Cognitive AI on-the-Edge Spatial Analytics solutions with immersive AI accelerated Digital-Twins enhancing the user experience in Metaverse environment replacing the 4 “P’s” of marketing with the 4 “E’s”, making our lives easier by allowing decision-making based on Digital Reality.

GAURAV: Initiating the Digital Transformation journey, our biggest challenge was merging various entities under one umbrella, along with cultivating a culture of trust in a collaborative environment with diversity and inclusion.

BCM: QUITE THE WORK YOU’RE PUTTING IN. YOU ALSO POSSESS A FLAIR FOR CURTAILING FOOD WASTAGE. HOW IS SARVM.AI ASSISTING YOU IN FORTIFYING THIS AREA FOR YOU? GAURAV: Food wastage is a critical issue in developing nations like India. A solid 34% of fruits and 44.6% of vegetables that are fit for ingestion do not reach the end users as it gets retarded either before or after it spoils due to the negligence at every level from harvesting, processing, packaging, shipping and consuming, leading to an overall loss of INR. 63,000 crores every year. SarvM.AI is a Digital Transformation SaaS platform that uses Design Thinking, a human-centered and empathyfirst approach, uniting every member of the food value chain (i.e., producers, traders, retailers, and consumers). We intend to reduce food wastage by transforming the existing supply push to the demand pull, bridging the gap with digitizing information, offering a wider reach to buyers/sellers in retaining and expanding clientele. This contrasts with the new era of competition, which is hurting the traditional vendors that account for more than 90% of the market. BCM: VERY IMPRESSIVE. BESIDES BEING A VP, YOU ARE ALSO A KEYNOTE SPEAKER. HOW ARE YOU PAVING AN INNOVATIVE PATH FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS? GAURAV: As a Keynote Speaker, I have been a visionary thought leader empowering organizational transformation in a chaotic scenario, inspiring and managing the change portfolio along with the anticipated resistance in ambiguous situations with benefit realization, value creation, and ROI generation. As an Evangelist, I have been leading by example, pushing boundaries, spearheading inter-disciplinary research, breaking the barriers in AI, Edge/Cloud Analytics, Electromagnetics, Silicon Photonics, Nano Technology, Blockchain and Metaverse technologies with crossfunctional collaborations converging various sciences together towards a better future. The world is evolving,

BCM: WHAT ARE YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGES IN YOUR INDUSTRY?

As a Transformational Leader, I have been scaling the organizational growth transitioning from Waterfall to Agile, including optimization of processes, reallocation of resources, and new product offerings, along with aligning the team dynamics with the portfolio canvas, lean budgets, industry standards, GDPR, and other legal policies, enhancing proficiency throughout the organization. BCM: HOW DO YOU KEEP YOURSELF ABREAST WITH THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS WITHIN THE INDUSTRY? GAURAV: As a Resilient Change Evangelist, I have always wondered if we are navigating a race in the maze while feeling safe and secure in our familiar surroundings. Being an ENFP personality, it has always been my passion to break barriers, push the boundaries, and move out of my comfort zone towards the learning zone, exploring the growth zone with the joy and excitement of chasing the unknown. As a lifelong learner, I believe in continuous exploration along with continuous improvement, staying self-motivated in trying something new, making mistakes, learning from them, overcoming my fears, and facing both professional and personal challenges. BCM: FROM A DEPUTY SCHOOL LEADER TO A TECHNOLOGIST AND FINALLY VP OF PRODUCT AT SARVM. AI, YOU SURELY HAD AN INTRIGUING JOURNEY, WHAT KEPT YOU MOTIVATED AND PERSISTENT IN YOUR ENDEAVOR? GAURAV: Working across 14 organizations as a VP of Product, Product Manager, Manager of AI, Digital Transformation Consultant, and Senior Product Consultant, I have been connecting the dots and realized that “The Reward is the Journey.” Leaving the corporate comfort zone adapting to what it means to work at a start-up while cutting back significantly, not only financially but also in our way of life, in our leisure time, and various other aspects. The pain and joy, the setbacks and successes, along with the ups and downs, are the key points that we will remember from our experience. There is no other place than a start-up to quickly experience a variety of rainbow colors, altering our perceptions and evolving into being a better version of ourselves. Exploring this mesmerizing journey has evolved me into raising my game, transcending and reforming society.

BCM: THANK YOU GAURAV FOR YOUR TIME AND STORY. IT WAS INDEED A PLEASURE TALKING WITH YOU.

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Winnerspitch Energy Pvt. Ltd. Harnessing the Power of Solar Energy, Winnerspitch Aims to Reduce Fossil Fuel Consumption Puja Bhardwaj | Business Connect What started as an astute dedication towards the promotion of integrating Clean Energy with sustainable development back in 2014 stands today as a pioneer in the solar energy sector. Fostered by extensive research and a unique business model, the seeds of Winnerspitch Energy Pvt Ltd. were sown by a team of industry leaders under the shade of solar energy with an integrated consulting approach and solution offering. Since then, Winnerspitch has come a long way in accomplishing its mark, “Leading from the Front,” as a CLIMATE & CARBON FOOTPRINT WARRIOR” and has set its eyes on Net Zero goals through Environment, Sustainable, Governance (ESG). “…….Resonates Delight”

WINNERSPITCH’S SERVICE PORTFOLIO

The services provided by Winnerspitch centred on the following agile intervention strategies for achieving ESG objectives: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Going renewable means employing energy sources that are carbon neutral. they are an EPC and Project Developer for Rooftop On Premise captive solar deployment. Asset Management - ‘Internet of Things (IoT) or Industry 4.0 technologies that lower carbon footprints - Boost productivity, and cut expenses Optimizing Energy Consumption (Energy Auditing). Green off-grid EV charging stations: An IP/Patented solution from Evenrecharge Global, a US, CA based solutions company.

They work with the client from problem identification to solution implementation, demonstrating the promised results. Including consulting partners, auditors, and implementation partners are how are organisation develops a trusted partnership with any organisation; otherwise, separate teams will probably have gaps between findings and deployments. This is how they operate and how they build trust.

MUSHROOMING AS A DIFFERENTIATOR Trust and customer relationship management are critical differentiators in the energy industry, particularly in “Solar & Energy Management.” New and returning customers account for about equal revenue shares in this company’s operations, demonstrating their dedication to providing excellent customer service. The team at Winnerspitch conducts business not as a product vendor but as a solution expert from concept to committed results. They routinely inform customers on policies/global consequences of technology implementation and results. Additionally, keeping in touch with clients, paying attention to their feedback, and giving them appropriate advice instils confidence. It helps them identify problems with the best technological and commercial solutions. As a single-window solution expert, their expertise in renewable energy, energy auditing, energy management system optimisation, and information technology lets them connect with clients appropriately—a key difference and USP. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 4 | Special Edition November 2022 INDIA

S.K. CHAWLA

Chairman and President

CLIENTELE

Winnerspitch has served C&I, Institutes, Universities, and schools and is currently serving residential customers. JTEKT Sona Group, Mitsubishi Automotive, Metso Outotec India, TRL Riceland, BLW Comstar, Tenneco, Devyani International Limited, Orient Craft Limited, Advance Valves, ST Micro, and HCL are just a few of the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) clients. The company employs two strategies to maintain clients’ unwavering trust: 1) Deliver what you commit. 2) Always present to listen to your client’s issues and work on them as per the available resources and timelines.

SIGNIFICANCE OF R&D BEHIND THE GROWTH

Continuous learning through Research and Development is a vital part of Winnerspitch. They are into Renewable energy, Online asset management and Portable Solar EV Retail stations. In terms of electric vehicles , asset monitoring and energy management systems, these three verticals can be seen as planning for both the present and the future. The verticals for renewable energy, electric vehicles, and online asset management are all relatively new and have much potential to expand and develop. Research through training, studies and actual project management presents much learning, and they understand the importance of the growth of an individual, which in turn helps in the development of an organisation.

KEEPING THE TEAM MOTIVATED & ENERGIZED

Teamwork is vital for any organization. No matter how intelligent a person is, if he can’t operate in a team, share his expertise, or learn from peers, it becomes problematic for him and the business to run smoothly and accomplish the desired growth. Ease of communication and training needs are vital things they keep track of. An individual is free to reach any person in the organization, from people on-site to the top management, and discuss issues or take guidance. Knowledge sharing is a crucial component here - they keep having short weekend sessions that keep the atmosphere light and motivated, besides open access to KW pools archives from experiences. The New meaning of the acronym KPI - means (K)eep (P)eople (I)nformed, (I) nvolved, (I)nterested & (I)nspired is truly core of our culture.

IMPACT OF CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGIES

WE BRING THE DIFFERENTIATOR RIGHT here as a USP - a horizontal solution for managing your assets throughout the entire business! Industry 4.0 is the talk of the town. Even with solar projects, technology is advancing year after year. They no longer use the same kind of inverters ten years ago. Not just that, monitoring a company that has done over 12 + MW of projects with more than 200 inverters working day in and day out is a considerable challenge. Every inverter has

NEERAJ CHAWLA

RENU CHAWLA

Managing Director

Director Admin, HR, Retail Operations

different protocols, and the team understood this challenge well and mitigated the problem by adopting IoT, enhancing it across as the Asset Management Solution included but not limited to machines on shop floor,HVACs, Motors, Compressors for monitoring-managing Productivity, Cost reductions, Co2 footprint enhancing Plant functioning gives a clear picture for business case.

ACHIEVEMENTS & MILESTONES • • • • • • •

Customer Recognition: Delivery Award from JTEKT Sona Group 2016 MNRE Empanelment as Channel Partner 2016 Industry Recognition: EPC of the Year for industrial Segment Gold Award 2019- by Suryacon Recognised as Startup of the Year 2019 - Technology Widget Recognised under Top-10 Clean-tech Startups-2018 Winnerspitch Energy Private Limited – BS Best Places to Work in 2019 CEO Story award

KEY VETERANS’ PERISCOPE

A management team leads Winnerspitch with extensive experience and a high level of professionalism. S. K. Chawla – Chairman and President • 50+ years’ experience in Energy and Education fields, • Advisor and mentor to UPES, Advisor to SP Wahi Management and Technology Consultants, Ex- Mentor and Advisor to Amity University • Worked with ONGC, Powergrid (Ex-Director HR -on Board-Presidential Appointee) • Strength in Up-Stream Petroleum, Power, HR, IE, OD and OB • Education & Training: ISM-Dhanbad, NITIE, ENI, IIM & ASCI Neeraj Chawla - Managing Director • 30+ years experience working across, Business, Projects, Operations, Sales/Account management having worked for MNC product and SI organization both in INDIA & USA. Organizations like Baan, Broadvision Inc, Arsin Corp Inc., Hero Corp, Infor Global, and Sterling Commerce, among others. • Strength in maturing Startups, technology stack from Core Applications to Supply and Demand Chain solutions • Education – MS, PGDM-CS – St. Xavier’s College, XIM, Mumbai Renu Chawla - Director Admin, HR, Retail Operations • 22+ years of Professional Experience in India • Core expertise in HR, Admin, Back Office Operations Key Account Management, Training & Development

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ACTION ON FACEBOOK: RUSSIA ADDS META TO ‘TERRORIST AND EXTREMIST’ GROUP LIST Russia added US tech giant Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to a list of “terrorist and extremist” organisations, according to a database from the Federal Service for Financial Monitoring, Rosfinmonitoring.

Russia banned Instagram and Facebook for “carrying out extremist activities” in March after officials accused Meta of tolerating “Russophobia” during Russia’s military operation in Ukraine. Both Facebook and Twitter platforms have not been available in Russia

since early March and Instagram was banned in the country a week ago.