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  • British national of Indian origin drives car through 16 countries for 59 days to meet mom in Maharashtra

    A person from the UK drove his SUV for 59 days through 16 countries to go to his mom in India’s Maharashtra. As per the Times of India, the epic car journey spanned from April 20 to June 17, 2024.

    Mungale with his SUV. Photo courtesy: Screengrab from Instagram.
    Mungale together with his SUV. Photo courtesy: Screengrab from Instagram.
    (*16*)

    During the course of the journey, Virajit Mungale, an IT skilled, coated 18,300 kilometres, travelling from London to Thane, the place his mom resides in the Raunak Park space of town.

    Though Mungale typically visits his mom, his current journey was completely different, as he travelled through the UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Russia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Estonia, China, Tibet, and Nepal, to attain India.

    Mungale, nonetheless, wasn’t alone. He was accompanied by Roshan Shresta, a Nepalese citizen, who travelled with him until Kathmandu. From Kathmandu, he was joined by his spouse and a relative for the rest of the journey.

    The UK resident stated he had deliberate the journey after studying in regards to the Silk Route. (*59*) curiosity was elevated after he learn an account of a pair doing the identical. However, when emails to the couple about recommendation went unanswered, Mungale determined to chalk out the journey particulars himself.

    He additionally thanked his spouse for her help. “When I shared this plan with my spouse, she thought I used to be joking, however later, she supported it, and that’s how I deliberate your entire journey,” TOI quoted him as saying.

    The journey was deliberate earlier than pandemic, however passed off this 12 months.

    As per the TOI report, Mungale averaged 400-600 kilometres a day, and generally coated up to 1,000 kilometres, relying on the circumstances.

    To make it safer, he prevented driving at night time. “We had completed pre-maintenance on the SUV, however confronted a minor technical downside after we reached Poland, however we overcame it, and it was a clean drive from there,” he stated.

    The journey did come at a value because the IT skilled had to apply for a two-moth depart with out pay. During the planning, he additionally secured all vital permissions wanted to enter the assorted countries.

    “Being a British national, I didn’t have any points coming into European countries or another nation. All my paperwork had been prepared, and the authorized processes had been taken care of.”

    “We didn’t face any main climate in any weather conditions, although it was summer time in most locations… We had additionally reached the upper altitudes of 5,200 mts and confronted minor altitude illness, snow and excessive chilly, altogether superb expertise however properly ready for that as properly,” Mungale stated.

    “Food was not an issue both, as aside from beef and bugs, I eat the whole lot. We would take a break after 3-4 pm and begin looking out for lodges or locations to keep in a single day,” he revealed.

    The SUV consumed practically 3,000 litres of gas to cowl your entire 18,300-kilometre journey.

  • Experion Technologies Hosts ‘Timeless Treasures’ to Honor Indian Classical Music on World Music Day

    Experion team along with popular carnatic classical singer Thushar MK

    All workers have been invited to have a great time World Music Day with renowned Carnatic classical vocalist Thushar Muraleekrishna conducting an interactive workshop of their Trivandrum office. 

    Mumbai / Thiruvananthapuram, 22 June 2024 – Experion Technologies, a world chief in product engineering and digital transformation suppliers with over 17 years of commerce experience, celebrated World Music Day on June 21, 2024, with a selected event titled “Timeless Treasures“ throughout the Experion office on the Gayathri Building in Technopark, Trivandrum. This distinctive event aimed to foster a deeper appreciation for Indian Classical Music amongst Experion workers, marking the beginning of a cultural initiative led by CEO & Managing Director, Binu Jacob. All 1500 workers of Experion and senior leaders have been invited to come collectively and honor the rich cultural heritage of Indian Classical music.

    The event commenced at 3 PM with a warmth welcome by the CTO, Mr. Sreekumar Pillai, setting the stage for a day devoted to exploring the nuances of Indian classical music. A highlight of this method was an interactive workshop carried out by renowned Carnatic vocalist Thushar Muraleekrishna, recognized for his distinctive experience and intensive repertoire as an All-India Radio A-grade artist. Thushar captivated the viewers with profound insights into ragas, talas, and the intricate strategies that define Carnatic music. Through demonstrations and explanations, he conveyed the emotional and non secular depths of varied ragas, offering attendees a firsthand experience of this timeless art work type.

    The event moreover featured a cultural effectivity by Experion’s in-house Music Club, Beatroots, showcasing a mixture of standard and fashionable musical objects. This event underscored Experion’s dedication to fostering musical selection and supporting inventive expression amongst its workers. “Art, significantly music, has the ability to rework society and is a typical language all through cultures. Among all art work sorts, music is uniquely potent, conveying profound emotions by means of a single dimension. I cherish empowering the youth in Experion with the ability to admire Classical Indian Music and understand its distinctive magnificence. I champion top quality music, and my appreciation for musical excellence extends into my work at Experion. Here, we stand for top of the range in all of the issues we do, distinguishing the good from the actually distinctive.” Binu Jacob, MD & CEO, Experion Technologies.

    The Senior Leadership’s imaginative and prescient to cultivate an appreciation for Indian classical music amongst Experion’s predominantly youthful workforce was evident throughout the fastidiously curated event, marking the beginning of a sequence of musical initiatives geared towards enriching the company’s cultural materials.


    Neel Achary

  • Swiss court finds Hindujas guilty of exploiting Indian staff; UK’s wealthiest family sentenced to jail

    A court in Switzerland has discovered a number of members of the Hinduja family guilty of exploiting their Indian staff at their Geneva villa. The wealthiest family within the United Kingdom, with a reported internet value of USD 20 billion, now faces jail time period stretching a number of years.

    Prakash Hinduja, Chairman Europe, Hinduja Group, Switzerland. Photo courtesy: Richter Frank-Jurgen/Wikipedia
    Prakash Hinduja, Chairman Europe, Hinduja Group, Switzerland. Photo courtesy: Richter Frank-Jurgen/Wikipedia

    A choose discovered 4 members of the family guilty of unlawful employment on Friday. However, the choice has been challenged in the next court.

    As per experiences, the Swiss choose known as the Hindujas “egocentric” after listening to the case. Prosecutors alleged the family handled the workers inhumanly. The victims have been paid a paltry sum of USD 8 for 18 hours of work daily. This is lower than 1/10 of the sum assured to staff by Swiss regulation.

    Reading out the sentence, the choose ordered four-year and 6 months’ jail time period for Prakash Hinduja and his spouse Kamal Hinduja. Their son Ajay and daughter-in-law Namrata obtained four-year phrases every. The court heard that the family additionally took away the passports of their employees and rarely allowed them outdoors their villa, positioned within the rich neighbourhood of Cologny.

    However, the choose acquitted them of human trafficking fees.

    The Hindujas run companies in 38 nations, starting from oil and gasoline to banking and healthcare.

    Prosecutors instructed the court that the Hindujas spent extra on their pet canine than on their home assist.

    Meanwhile, the family has denied the allegations and acknowledged they have been “appalled” by the decision and have filed a problem in the next court.

    “We are appalled and upset by the remainder of the choice made on this court of first occasion, and we have now of course filed an attraction to the upper court thereby making this half of the judgment not efficient,” mentioned a press release signed by the legal professionals of the Hindujas, as reported by NDTV.

    Reports acknowledged that the family had earlier reached an out-of-court settlement with the three staff, however the prosecution went forward with it due to the gravity of the fees.

    While Prakash and Kamal Hinduja didn’t attend the court, Ajay and Namrata attended the trial. None of the family members, nevertheless, have been current on Friday to hear the decision.

  • Indian Public Sector Banks Outshine Private Counterparts Amid Global Uncertainties

    PSU Banks

    IANS

    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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    IANS

    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.

  • Empowering Indian Women: Geet Mala Jalota Launches ‘The Shattered Ceiling’


    (L to R): Sucheta Shah, Executive Director, Atlas Integrated Finance; Deena Mehta, 1st lady trader & former President of the BSE Exchange; Author Geet Jalota; Anuradha Deb, Founder

    Celebrating the Leadership Journeys of Ten Trailblazing Women in the Indian Industry

    MUMBAI: The Press Club of Mumbai witnessed an inspiring event as Geet Mala Jalota unveiled her second book, ‘The Shattered Ceiling: Narratives of Pioneering Women’. This compelling collection of interviews features ten eminent women who are pioneers in the Indian industry. For the very first time, these women have shared their take on breaking glass ceilings and what women have to be mindful of at their workplace.

    ‘The Shattered Ceiling’ offers readers an in-depth look at the personal and professional lives of these trailblazing women. Each interview is accompanied by a resume and a synopsis of key takeaways titled “My Take.” Jalota expressed her gratitude to these influential women for their candid and unreserved responses, which she believes are full of valuable lessons for women navigating careers. Importance of financial independence for women, how networking helps, why women are better at some careers more than others, and how to ensure an inclusive culture in organizations.   

    The book features interviews with:

    Deena Mehta – The first lady trader and former President of the BSE Exchange.

     Sucheta Shah – Executive Director – Atlas Integrated Finance.

    Vijayalakshmi Chhabra – The first lady Director General of Doordarshan.

    Anita Khurana – The first lady appointed as Commercial Director in Indian Airlines/Air India post-merger.

    Panchali Mukhopadhyay – VP, Sales & Marketing at Herbalife.

    Kresha Bajaj – Founder of the label Krésha Bajaj.

    Sanju Yadav – Pharma Business Head is known for her innovative ideas on preventive health and wellbeing.

    Sushmita Chakraborty – One of the first women to reach an Associate Director-level position in the IT industry at CSC India.

    Kanika Mohan Saxena – The second lady Master Scuba Diving Trainer and VP of Digital Content Services at Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi).

    Anuradha Deb – Founder of the Process Work Institute of India and Dream Clinic.

    Geet Jalota’s objective in writing ‘The Shattered Ceiling’ is to showcase these role models and provide the next generation of working women with the knowledge and support needed to navigate their careers confidently. Indian Corporate sector needs to acknowledge the contribution these women have made, opening up different sectors of industry for women’s entry and setting a trend for aiming high.

    During the event, Jalota shared, “I am deeply grateful to all the established women who participated in this book. Their willingness to share their journeys and insights has made ‘The Shattered Ceiling’ a powerful resource for women everywhere. I hope this book serves as a reminder to women of their financial self-worth and encourages them to pursue their professional aspirations with confidence.”

    ‘The Shattered Ceiling’ is set to become a significant contribution to the discourse on gender diversity and women’s empowerment in India, providing valuable insights and inspiration to women to break through their ceilings.

    A framework for leaping has been very well explained in Geet’s first book, “Have the Women Left Venus? Decoding gender at the Workplace”.

    The Shattered Ceiling, a 207-page book, priced at Rs. 350 and published by Anecdote Publishing House, is currently available on Amazon as well as in bookstores.

  • Motorola launches edge50 ultra; disrupts the Indian Flagship Smartphone market with its Moto AI-powered Generative AI features


    Motorola launches edge50 ultra

    Like Magic Canvas, AI-powered Pro-Grade cameras, and Smart Connect for an effortless interconnected experience between phones, PCs, and tablets

    The Motorola Edge50 Ultra is powered by Moto Ai and includes innovative Gen AI features such as AI Magic Canvas for generating Images basis text prompts and Style Sync for generating themes matching the consumer’s attire

    Its Pro-Grade camera system effortlessly captures stunning photos and videos with the most advanced camera technology powered by Moto Ai, making it the brand’s most impressive camera system ever

    The Motorola Edge50 Ultra boasts a 50MP main camera featuring a main 1/1.3″ sensor with a massive 2.4μm pixel size which absorbs 20% more light than the previous generation for sharp and bright photos in every situation

     Additionally, the camera system also features the world’s 1st 64MP 3x telephoto optical zoom lens with OIS and 100x advanced hybrid zoom

    The Motorola edge50 Ultra comes out of the box with the revolutionary Smart Connect feature which ensures effortless connectivity between devices to enable easy share of files, streaming phone apps, and more across your phone, PC, tablet, and more.

    It features a nearly borderless 6.7″ pOLED curved display with a Super HD (1220p) resolution, an unbelievably fast 144Hz refresh rate, and true-to-life colors validated by Pantone.

    The Motorola edge50 Ultra comes with the segment’s only TurboPower™ 50W wireless charging along with 125W TurboPower™ charging. It also has the segment’s only, 10W wireless power sharing.

    The smartphone has the world’s 1st FSC-certified real wood finish that’s inspired by nature and infused with a subtle wood fragrance in eco-friendly packaging and with climate-friendly colorful phone cases in the box.

    The Motorola Edge50 Ultra will go on sale in a 12GB RAM + 512GB storage configuration, starting 18th June 2024 on Flipkart, motorola.in, and leading retail stores at an effective price of just Rs. 49,999*

    MUMBAI: Motorola, a global leader in mobile technology and innovation today launched its most advanced phone in the edge franchise, the Motorola edge50 Ultra. As the latest addition to the edge50 series, the Motorola edge50 Ultra is a smartphone full of intelligence and art that makes it truly unique in its segment. This effortlessly intelligent flagship smartphone features Moto ai, containing numerous functions such as style sync with AI generative theming, magic canvas with text to prompt image generation, and several other cutting-edge innovations. Apart from this, the smartphone comes with Motorola’s most impressive camera system ever, boasting an AI-powered Pantone™ validated camera. Additionally, the Motorola edge50 Ultra also comes with the revolutionary Smart Connect feature which allows effortless connectivity between devices and flaunts a nearly borderless 6.7″ curved, pOLED display, with a beautifully crafted harmonious design and segment’s only TurboPower™ 50W wireless charging along with 125W TurboPower™ charging. The smartphone comes with IP68 underwater protection along with Gorilla Glass Victus display protection and boasts 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage for a faster and more efficient performance.

    The Motorola edge50 Ultra powered by Moto ai creates consumer delight with the AI Magic Canvas feature that allows users to generate images via text inputs, bringing the user’s imagination to life and making it effortless to create any art for your work, WhatsApp shares, memes, content creation and more. Besides incredible GenAI features, MotoAI has been well integrated into the camera system. The Motorola edge50 Ultra features a pro-grade camera system that effortlessly captures stunning photos and videos with the most advanced camera technology powered by moto ai, making it the brand’s most impressive camera system ever. The AI features included in the camera are, AI Action Shot which quickly takes blur-free photos even if the subject is in motion, AI Adaptive Stabilization that uses AI to recognize movement while filming, and dynamically adjusts the stabilization level for the best results while Intelligent Auto Focus Tracking automatically focuses on the primary subject without manually selecting it. Additionally, the AI Photo Enhancement Engine improves the dynamic range, boosting the ratio between the brightest and darkest parts of an image while delivering finer image details, which is essential when zooming. Other AI features include Smart Color Segmentation which analyzes photos to deliver enhanced, individualized tuning for specific segments, Advanced Long Exposure, and Video Horizon Lock. 

    The Motorola edge50 Ultra boasts a Pantone Validated True color 50MP main camera featuring a main 1/1.3″ sensor with a massive 2.4μm pixel size which absorbs 20% more light than the previous generation for sharp and bright photos in every situation. Its Laser Autofocus gauges the distance of the subject and focuses swiftly, so users never miss a thing, moreover with its omni-directional PDAF, users get 32x more focusing pixels for faster, more accurate performance in any light. Coupled with OIS which eliminates unwanted shakes, so the photos are crystal clear. The second rear camera is a 50MP Ultrawide + Macro Vision camera with a 122º ultra-wide-angle lens to capture more in just one click. The ultra-wide sensor boosts brightness and sharpness in low light as well by combining multiple pixels into one large pixel and built in macro vision brings the users 4x closer than a standard lens. The third camera in the rear camera system is the world’s 1st 64MP 3x telephoto optical zoom lens with OIS and 100x advanced hybrid zoom. The 3x telephoto lens equates to a 72mm equivalent focal length, so more of the subject can fill the frame as compared to the main lens. On the front, the Motorola edge50 Ultra sports a 50MP selfie cam, one of the highest-resolution front cameras. Users can now enjoy 4x better low-light sensitivity with Quad Pixel technology, which combines every four pixels into one and get great results in dark environments with an aperture of f/1.9 which is wider than most selfie cams.

    The camera system comes with numerous modes and settings, such as Tilt Shift mode which captures images with multiple points of focus for any angle bokeh effect. This Pro-grade camera is capable of four portrait modes to capture professional-looking portraits with different intensity levels, by adjusting the focal lengths between full view (25mm), wide (35mm), standard (50mm), or close-up (85mm) and for the first time, access to Adobe Doc Scan right from the camera. All this along with the integration of Google AI Features like AI Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur and Magic Editor into this Pantone™ validated camera. Remove unwanted distractions with AI Magic Eraser, Improve out-of-focus or blurry photos, both new and old with Photo Unblur feature or use Magic Editor feature in Google Photos to reimagine your photos using generative AI, just tap or circle the object, hold and drag to reposition, or pinch to resize them. 

    In terms of cross device connectivity, the Motorola edge50 Ultra leads the pack as the revolutionary Smart Connect feature. Smart Connect seamlessly unites multiple devices, enabling effortless task transitions across phone, tablet and PC’s making it a key component for a unified and efficient digital life. Within Smart Connect, users will get multiple functionalities like Swipe to Share, Cross Device Control, Context Aware Phone, Universal Clipboard, Share Hub, App Stream and much more. Each with its own unique advantages designed to facilitate seamless integration.

    With the Motorola edge50 Ultra, users can immerse themselves in a nearly borderless 6.7″ pOLED display with 2800nits of peak brightness for clearer outdoor visibility thus making it the best ever in a Motorola edge series smartphone. Its Super HD (1220p) resolution delivers 13% better resolution than the previous generation for clearer, more vibrant pictures with sharper details and less pixelation. Users can watch HDR10+ movies, shows, and more in a billion shades of true-to-life color while getting an unbelievably fast 144Hz refresh rate that makes switching between apps, playing games, and scrolling through content incredibly smooth and fluid. Plus, the refresh rate adjusts automatically based on the type of content on the screen, and with a low latency 360Hz touch rate, users will experience far more responsiveness than a standard display. Just like the camera, the display is also Pantone™ validated, it has met Pantone’s evaluation and grading criteria by authentically simulating the full range of real-world Pantone Colors. Pantone SkinTone™ Validated assures the display is truly representing the vast spectrum of human skin tones. This display also comes with ultra-tough Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® Protection which ensures durability and scratch free use.

    Speaking on the launch, T.M. Narasimhan, Managing Director, Motorola India said “At Motorola, we’re dedicated to excellence with each new release. The Motorola edge50 Ultra represents a significant leap in AI-driven smartphone technology, marking our most advanced device to date. This phone underscores our dedication to meaningful innovation, extending beyond hardware. Packed with exceptional AI capabilities, a stand-out real wood inspired design, interconnected ecosystem experiences and more this device effortlessly redefines true flagship experience for Indian consumers. We’re confident that the Motorola edge50 Ultra will deliver a revolutionary smartphone experience to our customers.”

    The Motorola edge50 Ultra is thoughtfully crafted with a sense of harmony and its curved edges perfectly fit the natural contours of the hand. The smartphone comes in different styles and finishes. It is the world’s 1st FSC-certified real wood body that’s inspired by nature and infused with a subtle wood fragrance. then there’s soft, natural-feeling vegan leather that’s inviting to the touch, The vegan leather variant is available in two colours, Forest Grey and Peach Fuzz- Pantone Color of the year 2024. While the wood finish is available in a single colour called Nordic Wood.

    Powering all this is the Motorola edge50 Ultra’s massive 4500mAh battery with segment’s only TurboPower™ 50W wireless charging along with 125W TurboPower™ charging. It also has segment’s only 10W wireless power sharing to charge ecosystem devices and the smartphone charges completely in just 18 minutes under ideal conditions. The smartphone also comes with IP68 underwater protection, that can withstand dust, dirt, and sand, along with submersion in 1.5 meters of water for up to 30 minutes. With regards to performance, the smartphone is equipped with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor for ultimate performance. Users will get speeds up to 3.0 GHz for faster multitasking and improved efficiency, along with on-device generative AI at breakneck speeds owing to the supercharged Qualcomm® AI Engine. Moreover, the Motorola edge50 Ultra provides the fastest LPDDR5X memory available and the latest 12GB RAM + 512GB UFS 4.0 storage in addition to 17 blazing-fast 5G speeds with support for Wi-Fi 7 networks.

    The Motorola edge50 Ultra uses advanced thermal components to regulate heat, with a vapor chamber cooling system, featuring an impressive chamber surface area of 5,034mm2. On the multimedia front, the smartphone comes equipped with two large stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos®. This allows users to have the most engaging and entertaining multimedia experience while enjoying crisper visuals and cleaner audio. Furthermore, Dolby’s head tracking technology identifies the location of sound as the user turns their head, recalibrating to give them a more natural sound experience. While Qualcomm® Snapdragon Sound™ delivers incredibly immersive detail in games, movies, music, and more using Bluetooth®.

    With the launch of the Motorola edge50 Ultra, Motorola is also introducing a more personalized and intuitive Hello UI having all Moto apps at one place and latest Android 14 with assured 3 OS upgrades and 4 years of SMR updates. Hello UI features include, Moto Gestures, Moto Secure with Thinkshield,

    Family Spaces, Moto Unplugged, and Personalize 5.0. The new Motorola edge50 Ultra is more than just an advanced smartphone, it’s also pushing the boundaries of sustainable packaging and product design with an eco-friendly box, which is plastic-free, features natural soy ink printing, and uses recycled and recyclable materials. Including packaging card stock made with over 60% recycled materials from FSC-certified sources.

    Availability:

    The Motorola edge50 Ultra is available in real wood finish design referred to as Nordic Wood. It is also available in vegan leather finish in two colors, Forest Grey and Peach Fuzz- Pantone Color of the year 2024.

    The smartphone will go on sale from 24th Jun 2024, 12PM on Flipkart, Motorola.in and leading retail stores including Reliance Digital.

    Launch Price:                           

    12GB+512GB               : INR 59,999

    Special Introductory Offer

    Additional Rs 5000 discount as Special Introductory Offer for limited period only

    12GB+512GB               : INR 54,999

    Affordability Offers:

    Rs. 5,000 Instant Bank discount from leading banks like HDFC and ICICI banks

    Consumers can also avail No Cost EMIs up to 12 Months starting at 4,167/ per month from leading banks

    Effective Price with offer:

    For 12GB+512GB variant: INR 49,999 (including introductory and bank offer)

    To know more about the product visit:   

    Flipkart                             –   www.flipkart.com/motorola-edge-50-ultra-5g-coming-soon-store

    Motorola website     –   www.motorola.in/smartphones-motorola-edge-50-ultra/p

  • Indian H-1B visa employee alleges discrimination and retaliation in lawsuit against JP Morgan Chase

    NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT

    Plano, Texas, June 16, 2024: Prafull Khare, a former vice president of product management at JP Morgan Chase & Co., has filed a federal lawsuit against the financial giant, alleging unlawful retaliation after he raised concerns about race and national origin discrimination.

    According to the Dallas News, Khare, an Indian citizen working in the U.S. on an H-1B visa, was employed at JP Morgan’s Plano office. He began his role focusing on cloud networking and security products in January 2023. The H-1B visa program allows skilled foreign workers to work in the U.S., with possibilities for visa extensions and eventual green card sponsorship.

    However, when a sponsored employee is terminated, they enter a 60-day grace period during which they must either secure a new job with visa sponsorship, transition to a different immigration status that permits them to stay in the U.S., or prepare to leave the country.

    The Dallas News quoted Khare’s attorney, Rod Tanner, stating that Khare and his wife are hopeful to stay in the U.S. despite the current challenges. “Their future hinges on this,” Tanner said, noting Khare’s desire to continue working and living in the country.

    JP Morgan declined to comment on the pending litigation but emphasized their commitment to a bias-free workplace. “There is no place for bias, prejudice or discrimination in our company, ever,” a spokesperson stated.

    According to the lawsuit, Khare’s work assignments at JP Morgan did not align with those specified in his visa application. He was given tasks with unrealistic deadlines and his completed work was misrepresented.

    Khare alleged that his supervisors assigned him tasks outside the scope of his approved duties, which required prior approval from the U.S. Department of Labor. In a meeting with his supervisors, Khare claimed they were setting him up for failure because of his Indian origin.

    In a meeting with his supervisors, Khare claimed that they “put him under a microscope, constantly searched for flaws, and misrepresented his work performance,” according to legal filings. Khare asserted that the supervisors disliked him because he was an Indian immigrant and “were trying to set him up for failure”.

    The executives reportedly denied these accusations, attributing the issues to communication failures. However, after Khare complained about the perceived discrimination, he alleges that JP Morgan retaliated by firing him in April, just before his probationary period ended.

    Khare was earning a base salary of $180,000 with a $40,000 annual bonus. In his lawsuit, he is seeking back pay and damages.

    Khare is actively seeking new employment opportunities to remain in the U.S. beyond his 60-day grace period following his termination.

    Cover photo: Background of JPMorgan courtesy Wikimedia.

  • Indian H-1B visa employee alleges discrimination and retaliation in lawsuit against JP Morgan Chase

    NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT

    Plano, Texas, June 16, 2024: Prafull Khare, a former vice president of product management at JP Morgan Chase & Co., has filed a federal lawsuit against the financial giant, alleging unlawful retaliation after he raised concerns about race and national origin discrimination.

    According to the Dallas News, Khare, an Indian citizen working in the U.S. on an H-1B visa, was employed at JP Morgan’s Plano office. He began his role focusing on cloud networking and security products in January 2023. The H-1B visa program allows skilled foreign workers to work in the U.S., with possibilities for visa extensions and eventual green card sponsorship.

    However, when a sponsored employee is terminated, they enter a 60-day grace period during which they must either secure a new job with visa sponsorship, transition to a different immigration status that permits them to stay in the U.S., or prepare to leave the country.

    The Dallas News quoted Khare’s attorney, Rod Tanner, stating that Khare and his wife are hopeful to stay in the U.S. despite the current challenges. “Their future hinges on this,” Tanner said, noting Khare’s desire to continue working and living in the country.

    JP Morgan declined to comment on the pending litigation but emphasized their commitment to a bias-free workplace. “There is no place for bias, prejudice or discrimination in our company, ever,” a spokesperson stated.

    According to the lawsuit, Khare’s work assignments at JP Morgan did not align with those specified in his visa application. He was given tasks with unrealistic deadlines and his completed work was misrepresented.

    Khare alleged that his supervisors assigned him tasks outside the scope of his approved duties, which required prior approval from the U.S. Department of Labor. In a meeting with his supervisors, Khare claimed they were setting him up for failure because of his Indian origin.

    In a meeting with his supervisors, Khare claimed that they “put him under a microscope, constantly searched for flaws, and misrepresented his work performance,” according to legal filings. Khare asserted that the supervisors disliked him because he was an Indian immigrant and “were trying to set him up for failure”.

    The executives reportedly denied these accusations, attributing the issues to communication failures. However, after Khare complained about the perceived discrimination, he alleges that JP Morgan retaliated by firing him in April, just before his probationary period ended.

    Khare was earning a base salary of $180,000 with a $40,000 annual bonus. In his lawsuit, he is seeking back pay and damages.

    Khare is actively seeking new employment opportunities to remain in the U.S. beyond his 60-day grace period following his termination.

    Cover photo: Background of JPMorgan courtesy Wikimedia.

  • Celebrating Indian Artistry at Fashion Gala

    L-R Naila Ansari, Fashion Designer Asma Hussain, Heritage storyteller and Photogrrpher Maroof Culmen
    L-R Naila Ansari, Fashion Designer Asma Hussain, Heritage storyteller and Photogrrpher Maroof Culmen

    By Designer Asma Hussain

    A stellar night hosted by Designer Asma Hussain at the Lucknow Short Film Festival seamlessly blended style and custom to advertise India’s wealthy heritage of artwork, crafts, and tradition on a world stage. This magnificent affair came about at Sangeet Natak Academy, Lucknow, on June 14, 2024.  The occasion was graced by Shri Navneet Sehgal, retired IAS officer and Chairman of Prasar Bharti because the chief visitor.

    Having “A Night of Thousand Fantasies” as its theme, the Fashion Gala kindled attraction and attract with an illustrious lineup of celebrities strolling up at the stage, all adorned in unique costumes designed by Asma Hussain. “We not solely envision bringing the unparalleled craftsmanship of Indian artisans to the highlight but additionally highlighting the sweetness and significance of our cultural legacy to spice up tourism and the style economic system,” said Asma Hussain.

    A star-studded style gala unfolded on the purple carpet, the place famend celebrities like Aditya Talwar, director and scriptwriter Jyoti Kapur Das, director Ratnaa Sinha, heritage storyteller and photographer Maroof Culmen, music director and singer Anupama Raag, politician Anurag Singh Bhadoria, architect Vandana Sehgal, retd IAS Officer and chairman of Prasar Bharti Navneet Sehgal, and IAS Officer Ritu Suhas and designer and Influencer Naila Ansari added a contact of magnificence and star energy to the occasion. But the true stars of the evening have been the clothes themselves, every one a celebration of Indian craftsmanship. Hundreds of artisans employed intricate methods like aari, zardozi, chikankari, hand-dyed textiles, and handwoven materials from Varanasi to convey these creations to life. The purple carpet grew to become a runway for the inventive brilliance of Indian style.

    The Fashion Gala doubled as an initiative to indicate Uttar Pradesh as a thriving hub for the movie trade, selling and supporting cinematic and cultural endeavours throughout the state.

    Ace Indian clothier Asma Hussain, a member of the royal household of Awadh, brings exemplary model and imaginative and prescient to the style trade along with her distinctive mix of conventional Indian craftsmanship and modern design. In 1994, she based the Asma Hussain Institute of Fashion Technology in Uttar Pradesh and can be the chairperson of the Youth Upliftment and Welfare Association. As a member of FDCI Willis India Fashion Week, she additional contributes to the trade.


    Neel Achary

  • Indian stocks breaking market cap benchmarks globally

    As Indian inventory markets proceed to the touch recent new highs virtually daily submit the formation of the brand new authorities, they’re additionally breaking world benchmarks.

    In a brand new feat, India has reclaimed the fourth-biggest world fairness market tag from Hong Kong.

    The nation’s market capitalisation soared 10 per cent to succeed in $5.2 trillion (BSE-listed firms).

    Indian stocks breaking market cap benchmarks globally

    Indian stocks breaking market cap benchmarks globallyIANS

    In comparability, Hong Kong’s fairness market cap is $5.17 trillion, down 5.4 per cent from the excessive of $5.47 trillion this yr.

    On a price-to-book foundation, India trades at 3 occasions, whereas Hong Kong is at only one time.

    This comes because the Indian inventory market has seen a major rally in current months and is now attracting world funds that are going to speed up within the close to future.

    The National Stock Exchange (NSE) benchmark Nifty surged practically 6 per cent within the final month and 11.84 per cent within the final six months.

    According to market analysts, Nifty is anticipated to succeed in 25,816 within the subsequent 12 months.

    The Prabhudas Lilladher consultants anticipate that the BJP-led NDA authorities will maintain its concentrate on capital expenditure-driven development, notably in sectors corresponding to production-linked incentives (PLI), infrastructure growth, together with roads, ports, aviation, defence, railways, and inexperienced vitality.

    NSE

    National Stock Exchange (NSE) constructingIANS

    This expectation is supported by a 20 bps discount within the fiscal deficit for FY24, regular monsoon forecasts, and an anticipated dividend of Rs 2.1 trillion from the RBI.

    The analysts count on the NDA authorities to extend concentrate on farmers, rural, city poor and center class to arrest the influence of latest social engineering-cum-freebies led reversal in sure states in current elections

    Meanwhile, the inventory markets have emerged as a favorite funding vacation spot for retail buyers.

    According to consultants, the foremost driving forces on this bull market are the Indian retail buyers, together with HNIs, and large promoting by the FIIs is getting eclipsed by the aggressive shopping for of DIIs and retail buyers.

    (With inputs from IANS)