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  • Bengaluru Emerges as 7th Best Global AI Hub

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    Bengaluru, India, has made a significant mark on the global Artificial Intelligence (AI) landscape, securing the seventh position among the top AI Hubs worldwide. This ranking was revealed in a comprehensive report by Linkee.ai, which conducted an in-depth study to identify the leading AI Hubs in 2024. The report, published on June 28, 2024, underscores Bengaluru’s growing prominence in the AI sector, with 759 AI startups contributing to an aggregate score of 4.64.

    AI Hubs are cities that have made substantial investments in AI. They are characterized by a high concentration of AI-related jobs, AI specialists, data scientists, and machine learning experts. These hubs also typically have a supportive ecosystem for AI development, with numerous AI institutions contributing to research and innovation. Bengaluru’s ranking as the seventh-best AI Hub indicates its global prominence in this field.

    The report further highlighted that India, tied with Germany, has the highest number of AI research institutions globally. This reflects the country’s commitment to and growth in AI research and development. With nine such facilities each in Bengaluru and Berlin, India and Germany have emerged as leading players in the global AI research landscape.

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    Global AI Landscape and the Role of Research Institutions

    In contrast, China, despite having 518 AI startups, has only six AI research institutions. This disparity underscores the importance of not just the number of startups but also the presence of research institutions in determining a city’s or a country’s position in the global AI landscape.

    The report also mentioned the Berlin Institute for the Foundations of Learning and Data (BIFOLD) as one of the prominent AI research institutions. This highlights the global nature of AI research, with institutions from different parts of the world contributing to advancements in the field.

    The report further noted that AI Hubs are characterized by high-paying jobs for AI specialists, data scientists, and machine learning specialists. This suggests that these cities offer lucrative career opportunities for professionals in the AI field, thereby attracting top talent from around the world.

    AI Hubs: A Global Endeavor

    In addition to Bengaluru, the report listed Boston in the US as the top AI Hub in 2024, with a score of 6.26. Singapore and Tel Aviv, Israel, ranked second and third, respectively, on the list of the best AI Hubs in the world. Zurich, Switzerland, and Toronto, Canada, also featured in the top five. This indicates that AI research and development is a global endeavor, with cities from different continents contributing to advancements in the field.

    The report’s findings are significant as they highlight the growing importance of AI in today’s world. With AI being increasingly integrated into various sectors, from healthcare to finance to transportation, cities that have invested heavily in AI are likely to emerge as global leaders in the future.

    The ranking of Bengaluru as the seventh-best AI Hub worldwide is a testament to India’s growing prominence in the global AI landscape. With a high number of AI startups and research institutions, the city is well-positioned to contribute significantly to advancements in AI in the coming years.

    In conclusion, the report by Linkee.ai provides valuable insights into the global AI landscape. It underscores the importance of AI research and development in today’s world and highlights the role of cities like Bengaluru in driving advancements in the field. As AI continues to evolve and integrate into various sectors, cities that have invested heavily in AI are likely to emerge as global leaders in the future. This development is a testament to the growing importance of AI in shaping the future of our world.

  • Global Conclave on Plastics Recycling and Sustainability (GCPRS) from July 4 to 7 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Delhi,

    New Delhi, — The Global Conclave on Plastics Recycling and Sustainability (GCPRS), organized by the All India Plastic Manufacturers’ Association (AIPMA) and the Chemicals and Petrochemicals Association (CPMA), is ready to happen from July 4 to 7, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam in Pragati Maidan, Delhi. The Conclave will largely tackle the vital points surrounding plastic use and the plastic recycling business which is predicted to attain $6.9 billion by 2033.

    Global Conclave on Plastics Recycling and Sustainability (GCPRS) from July 4 to 7 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, Delhi,

    Several ministries, together with Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals – Ministry of Chemicals and fertilizers, Government of India, Ministry of Environment, forest and local weather modifications, Government of India, Department of Commerce -Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India ,Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Govt of India ,Ministry of Micro, Small and medium enterprises, Government of India, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and varied ministries of the Government of India have pledged their assist for GCPRS, highlighting its significance in India’s sustainable growth agenda.

    GCPRS will convene specialists from India and overseas to deal with urgent considerations in plastic waste administration, recycling, and sustainability. The Conclave may also focus on the impression of the plastic on the atmosphere, and progressive options that may lead to a extra sustainable future.

    The conclave comes at a pivotal time as India’s plastic recycling business is poised to attain $6.9 billion by 2033, pushed by sturdy authorities initiatives and a robust casual sector recycling charge of roughly 60%. Key matters of dialogue will embody progressive options to improve sustainability, the environmental impression of plastics, and advancing recycling applied sciences. This is predicted to translate into enterprise alternatives within the recycling phase which will likely be highlighted by means of options offered by the exhibitors.

    Mr. Arvind Mehta, Chairman of AIPMA’s Governing Council, together with Mr. Hiten Bheda, Chairman of GCPRS 2024, and Mr. Manish Dedhia, President of AIPMA, emphasised the occasion’s focus on mitigating plastic waste by means of improved assortment, segregation, and recycling practices. “The conclave will discover mechanical, chemical, and design improvements for recyclability, selling useful resource effectivity and collaboration throughout the worth chain,” they mentioned.

    With India’s Zero Waste objective, GCPRS will spotlight the progressive recycling applied sciences, sustainable options corresponding to (*7*) and compostable plastics, and environment friendly waste administration options. The occasion will function a platform for business leaders, start-ups, and environmental specialists to show their newest developments and share insights on attaining sustainability within the plastics business. The exhibition brings collectively a various group of stakeholders, together with business leaders, innovators, coverage makers, and environmental specialists. This gives a superb alternative for companies to community, kind collaborations, and acquire insights into rising business traits,” mentioned Mr. Arvind Mehta.

    “In addition to the exhibition, the conclave will characteristic a CEO roundtable on July 4, to be addressed by international specialists on the topic. On July 5 and 6, beneath the aegis of sustainability discussion board, varied points associated to the ecosystem of plastic waste, recycling and sustainability will likely be mentioned with the area specialists. The way forward for recycled plastics in industries like vehicles, electronics, and prescribed drugs will discover area in these discussions,” mentioned Mr. Hiten Bheda

    Mr. Arvind D. Mehta, who can also be the Chairman of Arvind Mehta Technology and (*4*) Centre (AMTEC) says, “We are creating extremely expert and proficient professionals for India’s fast-growing plastic worth chain together with recycling”.

    AMTEC was established to present distinctive expert manpower to the plastics manufacturing sector. The centre is engaged in rolling out skilling for recycling and sustainability.

    Industry leaders mentioned that the exhibition will entice plastic recyclers, equipment producers, waste resolution suppliers, recycle merchants, bio-polymer and compostable producers, uncooked materials suppliers, progressive start-ups, and specialists in testing and standardization from throughout India. GCRPS underscores the Indian authorities’s dedication to sustainable practices and regulatory enforcement, paving the way in which for the adoption of ground-breaking applied sciences in varied sectors.


    Neel Achary

  • Sensex trades flat on negative global cues

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    India fairness indices opened flat on Thursday following negative cues from global markets. At 9:45 a.m., Sensex was up 20 factors at 78,694 and Nifty was up 9 factors at 23,877. Midcap and smallcap shares are outperforming in comparison with largecaps.

    The Nifty Midcap 100 index is at 55,429, up 183 factors or 0.33 per cent, and the Nifty Smallcap 100 index is at 18,334, up 35 factors or 0.20 per cent. The market pattern stays constructive. On NSE, out of complete 1278 shares are in inexperienced, whereas 792 shares are in crimson.

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    ExtremelyTech Cement, JSW Steel, Tata Steel, NTPC, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bajaj Finserv, and Bajaj Finance are the highest gainers. M&M, Tech Mahindra, L&T, HCL Tech, and Wipro are the highest losers.

    There is a decline in Asian markets. Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai, Hongkong and Bangkok are buying and selling within the crimson. The US markets closed flat on Wednesday.

    Shrey Jain, Founder and CEO of SAS Online, stated, “After being range-bound till mid-month, the Nifty is now experiencing a decisive upside breakout. For right now’s month-to-month expiry, we anticipate the Nifty to come across resistance round 24,000 as a result of most Call open curiosity (OI) at that degree.”

    “On the draw back, the 23,650-23,700 zone is taken into account a shopping for space, with recent lengthy positions really useful round these ranges,” Jain added. 

    (With inputs from IANS)

  • Sensex jumps 212 points, Nifty up 53 points as markets open on positive global cues

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    Indian fairness indices opened within the inexperienced on Tuesday following positive cues from Asian friends. At 9:55 a.m., Sensex was up 212 points or 0.27 per cent, at 77,553 and Nifty was up 53 points or 0.23 per cent, at 23,591.

    Buying is being seen in midcap and smallcap shares. Nifty Midcap 100 index is up 265 points or 0.48 per cent, at 55,842 and the Nifty Smallcap 100 index is up 202 points or 1.11 per cent, at 18,417.

    In the Sensex pack, Ultratech Cement, HDFC Bank, M&M, Axis Bank, SBI, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finance and Tata Steel are prime gainers. HCL Tech, Bajaj Finserv, NTPC, Asian paints, Infosys and TCS are prime losers.

    Asian markets are bullish. The markets of Tokyo, Hong (*53*), Bangkok and Seoul are within the inexperienced. At the identical time, Shanghai and Jakarta are within the pink. American markets closed increased on Monday. Crude oil benchmark Brent crude is at $85 per barrel and WTI crude at $81 per barrel.

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    Mandar Bhojane, Research Analyst at Choice Broking, mentioned, “On the day by day chart, Nifty fashioned a bullish piercing candlestick sample with good quantity, indicating a bullish reversal from the help stage of 23,400.”

    “If the index closes above the 23,600 stage, it might additional rise to 23,800 and 24,000 ranges within the upcoming days. On the flip aspect, if the value breaks the 23,300 stage, it might appropriate additional to the 23,000 stage,” he added. Among the sectoral indices, PSU banks, Auto, Fin Service, Metal and Media are main gainers. IT, FMCG and Realty are main laggards. 

    (With inputs from IANS)

  • Borzo appoints Alina Kisina as the Chief Executive Officer to strengthen Global Delivery Growth

    Mumbai, twenty fourth  June 2024: Borzo (erstwhile WeFast), a world intracity same-day supply service has introduced a key management change with Alina Kisina as its new Chief Executive Officer.

    The last-mile supply firm Borzo has elevated Alina Kisina as the CEO from her earlier position of Global VP Sales at Borzo with impact from May 2024.

    During her tenure as Global VP Sales at Borzo, Alina Kisina considerably contributed to the improvement of the group’s last-mile supply service. Reporting to Mike Alexandrovski, Founder and CoB, Borzo Alina  Kisina brings along with her a powerful 2 a long time observe report of working in the Logistics and e-commerce business with a confirmed historical past of reaching beneficial development in numerous markets.

    Alina Kisina boasts a distinguished skilled background, having held distinguished management roles at main organizations such as DHL, Gett Delivery, and Lamoda Group. Her experience in constructing robust and environment friendly gross sales groups has been instrumental in reaching income targets and driving important organizational development.Reflecting on her appointment, Alina Kisina said, “Borzo is getting into a transformative section, concentrating on aggressive development in India’s SMB and Enterprise supply segments. The speedy precedence is to maintain Borzo’s success whereas looking for new methods to improve market place by way of elevated income, a strong supply community, massive shoppers, and new supply modes. Additionally, there can be a robust emphasis on sustainability and product innovation. With that being stated, I’m honored to lead Borzo and am enthusiastic about the alternative to additional speed up the firm’s development and growth.”

    Alina Kisina’s strategic foresight and efficient management can be instrumental in guiding Borzo by way of this pivotal second of transformation and steering the firm in direction of turning into a market chief in the intra-city supply phase. Under her management, Borzo will proceed to innovate and increase its international attain, additional enhancing its companies and cementing its management in the business.

    As the CEO of Borzo, Alina Kisina can be chargeable for managing the enterprise throughout India, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey and Indonesia.

    “Given Alina’s in depth background and important contributions to Borzo, she is going to stay with the group to guarantee continuity and leverage her appreciable expertise and expertise.  She will assist drive the firm’s tradition of operational excellence and innovation and also will be prioritising growth in key geographical areas – to capitalise on the burgeoning logistics wants in these areas and seize market share.” stated to Mike Alexandrovski, Founder and CoB, Borzo. 

    Alina Kisina can be visiting India to attend Borzo Connect, an in depth convention designed to deal with the distinctive challenges confronted by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on twenty first June 2024 at NESCO, Mumbai the place she is going to ship the opening word.


    Neel Achary

  • Borzo appoints Alina Kisina as the Chief Executive Officer to strengthen Global Delivery Growth

    Mumbai, twenty fourth  June 2024: Borzo (erstwhile WeFast), a worldwide intracity same-day supply service has introduced a key management change with Alina Kisina as its new Chief Executive Officer.

    The last-mile supply firm Borzo has elevated Alina Kisina as the CEO from her earlier position of Global VP Sales at Borzo with impact from May 2024.

    During her tenure as Global VP Sales at Borzo, Alina Kisina considerably contributed to the growth of the group’s last-mile supply service. Reporting to Mike Alexandrovski, Founder and CoB, Borzo Alina  Kisina brings along with her a powerful 2 a long time monitor document of working in the Logistics and e-commerce trade with a confirmed historical past of reaching beneficial progress in varied markets.

    Alina Kisina boasts a distinguished skilled background, having held distinguished management roles at main organizations such as DHL, Gett Delivery, and Lamoda Group. Her experience in constructing robust and environment friendly gross sales groups has been instrumental in reaching income targets and driving vital organizational progress.Reflecting on her appointment, Alina Kisina acknowledged, “Borzo is getting into a transformative part, concentrating on aggressive progress in India’s SMB and Enterprise supply segments. The instant precedence is to maintain Borzo’s success whereas searching for new methods to improve market place by way of elevated income, a strong supply community, giant purchasers, and new supply modes. Additionally, there can be a powerful emphasis on sustainability and product innovation. With that being stated, I’m honored to lead Borzo and am enthusiastic about the alternative to additional speed up the firm’s progress and growth.”

    Alina Kisina’s strategic foresight and efficient management can be instrumental in guiding Borzo by way of this pivotal second of transformation and steering the firm in direction of turning into a market chief in the intra-city supply section. Under her management, Borzo will proceed to innovate and increase its world attain, additional enhancing its companies and cementing its management in the trade.

    As the CEO of Borzo, Alina Kisina can be liable for managing the enterprise throughout India, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey and Indonesia.

    “Given Alina’s intensive background and vital contributions to Borzo, she’s going to stay with the group to guarantee continuity and leverage her appreciable expertise and expertise.  She will assist drive the firm’s tradition of operational excellence and innovation and also will be prioritising growth in key geographical areas – to capitalise on the burgeoning logistics wants in these areas and seize market share.” stated to Mike Alexandrovski, Founder and CoB, Borzo. 

    Alina Kisina can be visiting India to attend Borzo Connect, an intensive convention designed to handle the distinctive challenges confronted by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on twenty first June 2024 at NESCO, Mumbai the place she’s going to ship the opening observe.


    Neel Achary

  • Borzo appoints Alina Kisina as the Chief Executive Officer to strengthen Global Delivery Growth

    Mumbai, twenty fourth  June 2024: Borzo (erstwhile WeFast), a world intracity same-day supply service has introduced a key management change with Alina Kisina as its new Chief Executive Officer.

    The last-mile supply firm Borzo has elevated Alina Kisina as the CEO from her earlier position of Global VP Sales at Borzo with impact from May 2024.

    During her tenure as Global VP Sales at Borzo, Alina Kisina considerably contributed to the improvement of the group’s last-mile supply service. Reporting to Mike Alexandrovski, Founder and CoB, Borzo Alina  Kisina brings along with her a powerful 2 many years monitor document of working in the Logistics and e-commerce business with a confirmed historical past of attaining beneficial development in numerous markets.

    Alina Kisina boasts a distinguished skilled background, having held outstanding management roles at main organizations such as DHL, Gett Delivery, and Lamoda Group. Her experience in constructing sturdy and environment friendly gross sales groups has been instrumental in attaining income targets and driving important organizational development.Reflecting on her appointment, Alina Kisina said, “Borzo is getting into a transformative part, concentrating on aggressive development in India’s SMB and Enterprise supply segments. The instant precedence is to maintain Borzo’s success whereas in search of new methods to improve market place via elevated income, a strong supply community, massive shoppers, and new supply modes. Additionally, there will probably be a robust emphasis on sustainability and product innovation. With that being stated, I’m honored to lead Borzo and am enthusiastic about the alternative to additional speed up the firm’s development and enlargement.”

    Alina Kisina’s strategic foresight and efficient management will probably be instrumental in guiding Borzo via this pivotal second of transformation and steering the firm in direction of turning into a market chief in the intra-city supply section. Under her management, Borzo will proceed to innovate and increase its world attain, additional enhancing its providers and cementing its management in the business.

    As the CEO of Borzo, Alina Kisina will probably be accountable for managing the enterprise throughout India, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey and Indonesia.

    “Given Alina’s in depth background and important contributions to Borzo, she’s going to stay with the group to guarantee continuity and leverage her appreciable expertise and expertise.  She will assist drive the firm’s tradition of operational excellence and innovation and also will be prioritising enlargement in key geographical areas – to capitalise on the burgeoning logistics wants in these areas and seize market share.” stated to Mike Alexandrovski, Founder and CoB, Borzo. 

    Alina Kisina will probably be visiting India to attend Borzo Connect, an in depth convention designed to deal with the distinctive challenges confronted by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on twenty first June 2024 at NESCO, Mumbai the place she’s going to ship the opening observe.


    Neel Achary

  • Indian Public Sector Banks Outshine Private Counterparts Amid Global Uncertainties

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    The Indian banking sector has demonstrated distinctive resilience amidst world uncertainties, in response to a present study carried out by the State Bank of India (SBI). The study revealed that public sector banks (PSBs) in India have outperformed their private and worldwide counterparts by the use of effectivity. This is reverse to straightforward perceptions and is a testament to the worthwhile efforts by the federal authorities and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to ship effectivity and productiveness to the banking sector.

    The study evaluated effectivity by inspecting how efficiently banks utilise their sources. Despite current course of fairly just a few structural modifications, PSBs have maintained an effectivity diploma of 82.8 per cent, outperforming all scheduled enterprise banks at 81.2 per cent, private banks at 79.6 per cent, and worldwide banks at 78.2 per cent. This is a giant achievement considering the challenges confronted by the Indian banking sector throughout the remaining decade, along with a lot of residence and world monetary challenges.

    However, the study moreover highlighted some challenges. The takeover of certain weaker banks as part of the restructuring of public sector banks has impacted the effectivity and productiveness of the shopping for banks. This signifies that whereas the overall effectivity of PSBs is commendable, there are areas that need further enchancment.

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    Additional Reports Support SBI Study Findings

    The study’s findings are supported by additional info evaluations. For event, a report titled Public sector banks beat private rivals in effectivity parameter: SBI study – PUNE.NEWS reiterated the superior effectivity of PSBs over private and worldwide banks. It moreover highlighted the worthwhile efforts by the federal authorities and the RBI to bolster effectivity and productiveness throughout the banking sector.

    Another report titled PSU banks outsmart private, worldwide lenders in technical effectivity, reveals SBI report recognized that the Indian banking sector has confirmed heightened resilience and survived a lot of challenges throughout the residence and world economies. This resilience is actually attributed to the setting pleasant utilisation of sources by PSBs.

    However, the report titled PSBs outshine private, worldwide mates in technical effectivity: SBI report indicated that public sector banks have usually been additional setting pleasant than private banks, in addition to all through FY19-23. This might be going ensuing from mergers and the rationalisation of firms, branches, and staff all through this period.

    Future Challenges and Opportunities for Indian Banking Sector

    The report titled Six methods during which governments can drive the inexperienced transition emphasised the need for governments to set the tempo for sustainability reporting by highlighting the environmental impression of their spending. This is very associated for the Indian banking sector, which has a giant operate to play in driving the inexperienced transition.

    The report titled Press Release supplied insights into the monetary protection picks of the RBI. It highlighted the need for the RBI to remain centered on withdrawal of lodging to make it possible for inflation progressively aligns to the aim, whereas supporting improvement. This is important for sustaining the stability and effectivity of the Indian banking sector.

    The report titled RBI Bulletin talked about the RBI’s efforts to handle the banking sector and assure its stability. It highlighted the RBI’s initiatives to deal with factors related to restoration brokers, enhance transparency throughout the banking sector, and strengthen the prudential pointers for banks.

    In conclusion, the Indian banking sector, notably the PSBs, has confirmed commendable resilience and effectivity throughout the face of world uncertainties. However, there are areas that need further enchancment, notably throughout the context of the inexperienced transition and the administration of fee of curiosity hazard. The authorities and the RBI have a significant operate to play in driving these enhancements and guaranteeing the continued stability and effectivity of the Indian banking sector.

  • Amazon India Sets Record for Employee Volunteer Participation in Global Month of Volunteering

    Amazon India Sets Record for Employee Volunteer Participation in Global Month of Volunteering

    Chandigarh, June 15, 2024: Amazon.in on 14 June introduced that the Global Month of Volunteering celebrated in May 2024 noticed a file participation of over 1.1 lakh Amazon Employees together with company workers and associates in India, a rise of 100% YoY. This underscores the corporate’s deep dedication to create affect and interact with the communities throughout. Through volunteering efforts, Amazon addressed key focus areas like ladies empowerment, sustainability, meals safety, and schooling. With a mission to coach, encourage, and join, Amazon.in created over 400 volunteering alternatives throughout India, partnering with greater than 55 non-profit organizations the place workers can take part in a range of in-office, outside-office, and digital volunteering actions.

    “At Amazon, the well-being of the communities we serve is core to our success. Our Global Month of Volunteering unites our workers and empowers them to make an actual distinction. Through GMV, now we have already impacted the lives of over 1.36 lakh beneficiaries throughout India,” mentioned Manish Tiwary, Vice President and Country Manager, Amazon India. “We are dedicated to creating a long-lasting affect all year long and can proceed to leverage our assets for the better good, striving to be the nice neighbour for the communities we dwell and work in,” added Manish.

    Amazon.in engaged volunteers to spotlight volunteering as a worldwide power for good by means of significant and impacting actions together with volunteers uniting to help and empower communities by fostering native self-help teams to advertise indigenous merchandise enabling a sustainable livelihood; supporting lady college students in STEM schooling by means of numerous nonprofit collaborations; serving to cut back waste in communities by reworking waste material into usable baggage and planting self-sustaining saplings whereas encouraging them in the direction of constructing a extra sustainable and environmentally acutely aware group; distributing ration kits together with ready-to-eat meals and important groceries like dal and rice amongst underserved communities; and creating participating studying modules and rejuvenating studying areas together with interactive lessons, restocked libraries, turning colleges into vibrant facilities of creativity and information amongst a number of others.

    Amazon continues to make important strides in empowering communities by means of a range of impactful initiatives. Amazon has positively impacted greater than 7.8 million folks nationwide. By leveraging its huge assets and progressive capabilities, Amazon focuses on offering important schooling and expertise coaching to underserved populations. Programs comparable to Amazon Future Engineer purpose to bridge the hole in laptop science schooling, providing younger college students from various backgrounds the chance to realize essential expertise for their future careers. These academic efforts are complemented by quite a few scholarship applications designed to make sure that monetary obstacles don’t grow to be a problem for entry to high quality schooling. Likewise, Amazon is dedicated to selling well being and hygiene consciousness by means of focused campaigns. So far, Amazon touched the lives of over 20,000 ladies and women. Additionally, we’re enabling entrepreneurship in this house by establishing sanitary serviette manufacturing models in a number of cities together with cities like Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai and Bangalore.  These manufacturing models not solely gives sustainable livelihood options for 60 rural ladies by means of a cheap mannequin but in addition ensures the supply of environmentally accountable merchandise for over 2000 rural ladies and women in their neighborhoods.

    Overall, Amazon’s complete group affect technique underscores its dedication to leveraging expertise and assets to drive constructive change and help sustainable growth throughout numerous sectors. The firm’s ongoing efforts reveal a transparent dedication to creating lasting advantages for communities around the globe the place its workers dwell and work.


    Neel Achary

  • Amazon India Sets Record for Employee Volunteer Participation in Global Month of Volunteering

    Amazon India Sets Record for Employee Volunteer Participation in Global Month of Volunteering

    Chandigarh, June 15, 2024: Amazon.in on 14 June introduced that the Global Month of Volunteering celebrated in May 2024 noticed a report participation of over 1.1 lakh Amazon Employees together with company workers and associates in India, a rise of 100% YoY. This underscores the corporate’s deep dedication to create impression and interact with the communities throughout. Through volunteering efforts, Amazon addressed key focus areas like girls empowerment, sustainability, meals safety, and training. With a mission to coach, encourage, and join, Amazon.in created over 400 volunteering alternatives throughout India, partnering with greater than 55 non-profit organizations the place workers can take part in a spread of in-office, outside-office, and digital volunteering actions.

    “At Amazon, the well-being of the communities we serve is core to our success. Our Global Month of Volunteering unites our workers and empowers them to make an actual distinction. Through GMV, we’ve already impacted the lives of over 1.36 lakh beneficiaries throughout India,” stated Manish Tiwary, Vice President and Country Manager, Amazon India. “We are dedicated to creating an enduring impression all year long and can proceed to leverage our assets for the higher good, striving to be the great neighbour for the communities we stay and work in,” added Manish.

    Amazon.in engaged volunteers to focus on volunteering as a world pressure for good by means of significant and impacting actions together with volunteers uniting to help and empower communities by fostering native self-help teams to advertise indigenous merchandise enabling a sustainable livelihood; supporting woman college students in STEM training by means of numerous nonprofit collaborations; serving to scale back waste in communities by reworking waste cloth into usable baggage and planting self-sustaining saplings whereas encouraging them in the direction of constructing a extra sustainable and environmentally acutely aware neighborhood; distributing ration kits together with ready-to-eat meals and important groceries like dal and rice amongst underserved communities; and creating participating studying modules and rejuvenating studying areas together with interactive courses, restocked libraries, turning colleges into vibrant facilities of creativity and information amongst a number of others.

    Amazon continues to make important strides in empowering communities by means of a spread of impactful initiatives. Amazon has positively impacted greater than 7.8 million individuals nationwide. By leveraging its huge assets and revolutionary capabilities, Amazon focuses on offering important training and expertise coaching to underserved populations. Programs akin to Amazon Future Engineer purpose to bridge the hole in laptop science training, providing younger college students from numerous backgrounds the chance to realize essential expertise for their future careers. These instructional efforts are complemented by quite a few scholarship applications designed to make sure that monetary obstacles don’t change into a problem for entry to high quality training. Likewise, Amazon is dedicated to selling well being and hygiene consciousness by means of focused campaigns. So far, Amazon touched the lives of over 20,000 girls and ladies. Additionally, we’re enabling entrepreneurship in this house by establishing sanitary serviette manufacturing models in a number of cities together with cities like Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai and Bangalore.  These manufacturing models not solely gives sustainable livelihood options for 60 rural girls by means of an economical mannequin but in addition ensures the supply of environmentally accountable merchandise for over 2000 rural girls and ladies in their neighborhoods.

    Overall, Amazon’s complete neighborhood impression technique underscores its dedication to leveraging know-how and assets to drive constructive change and help sustainable improvement throughout numerous sectors. The firm’s ongoing efforts display a transparent dedication to creating lasting advantages for communities all over the world the place its workers stay and work.


    Neel Achary