Surat Based Startup, RoyalPOS Raises Strategic Investment from TVS Electronics Limited, Chennai

Surat, Gujarat, India

Surat based RoyalPOS – A B2B SaaS Cloud Based Startup raises its seed funding of USD 60K from TVS Electronics Limited, Chennai.

Mayuri Ruparel and Utpal Ruparel, Co-founders of RoyalPOS

RoyalPOS is helping small and medium size neighborhood Restaurant and Retail to digitize their business-like billing, inventory, payments, reporting, from single outlet or multiple outlets. RoyalPOS has already digitized 1300+ businesses in 15+ Countries.

In a statement Mayuri Ruparel, Co-founder says that they are receiving great response from the market since the beginning. They have already 50k+ App downloads and 16000+ users in a very short span of time. We have been bootstrapped so far and now we are aiming to scale the business in multiple folds.

Utpal Ruparel, Co-founder said that We are excited to have TVS Electronics Limited as our strategic investors. They are not only coming with funds but also with further support such as team building, Marketing, Sales, and other expertise.We will be investing on Marketing, Team building and technology to scale our startup to the next level. TVS-E will also be selling the software with their touch POS.

TVS Electronics Limited, Chennai, has a strong market presence in India and offers Products and Solutions for Retail Segment; Computing Device-POS Systems and products like Barcode Printers, Scanners, Receipt Printers, Surveillance Camera and Recorders. TVS Electronics has a distribution and service network across India with more than 4000 Partners/Resellers and Service Providers.

After the investment, RoyalPOS has already tripled revenue in the following month and has also started to expand its sales and support team.

RoyalPOS subscription is affordably priced and Restaurants and other small businesses can start billing from their own mobile device or they can use TouchPOS or Laptops. RoyalPOS is available on Android, iOS, and windows. RoyalPOS also has done Integration with Swiggy, Zomato, Paytm, Bharatpe, PhonePe, Pine labs etc.

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Medanta enhances its urological expertise: Appoints leading surgeon Dr. Gagan Gautam and team to further strengthen its robotic uro-oncology surgery program

GURGAON, India, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Expanding its pool of clinical experts who deliver holistic, advanced healthcare, Medanta has appointed renowned robotic uro-oncological surgeon Dr. Gagan Gautam as Vice-Chairman of Uro-Oncology and Robotic Surgery. Dr. Gautam and his team of robotic surgery specialists – Dr. Puneet Ahluwalia (Director) and Dr. Gopal Sharma (Consultant) – have joined Medanta's accomplished clinicians at Kidney and Urology Institute, led by Group Chairman Dr. Rajesh Ahlawat. At the forefront of delivering cutting-edge treatments, the institute is one of the highest-volume robotic kidney transplant centers in India and is known for its exceptional success rate in robotic and laparoscopic uro-oncology procedures.

An accomplished robotic surgeon, Dr. Gautam has over two decades of experience in treating cancers of the urinary system, including kidneys, bladder, and prostate gland. Him and his team have done over 1,500 robot-aided uro-oncological surgeries, and specialize in robotic prostatectomy, robotic partial nephrectomy, and robotic cystectomy.

The team will further strengthen Medanta's collaborative approach of providing end-to-end diagnosis and treatment of urinary cancers with its extensive experience in minimally invasive (robotic and laparoscopic) and open surgeries, development of new treatment techniques, and initiating and developing urological robotic surgery programs all over the country.

“Appointment of senior doctors like Dr. Gagan Gautam and team is in line with our commitment to always deliver the highest standard of care by expanding our team of accomplished doctors. Strengthening our clinical leadership, we welcome Dr. Gautam and team to the Medanta family,” said Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairman & Managing Director, Medanta.

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Yoho Introduces its Large Feet Size Footwear Series through a Quirky ‘Hunt for Big Feet’ Campaign in Delhi-NCR

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Yoho, one of the fastest growing comfortable footwear startups, is excited to announce the launch of its new ‘Hunt for Big Feet’ campaign, ahead of the launch of its new product line, designed especially for people with big feet. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the difficulties faced by people with feet sizes larger than 11 which are rare to find but are not affordable. The brand has established a new website, www.huntforbigfeet.com, to amplify the campaign for larger shoe sizes.

With a continued commitment towards size inclusivity, Yoho has launched its plus sizes footwear to cater to the diverse needs of its customers by providing a more accurate and extensive range of sizes for its footwear products.

As a part of ‘Hunt for Big Feet’ campaign, Yoho conducted a survey in Delhi-NCR to understand the challenges faced by individuals with large feet sizes. After surveying a significant number of people in the region, the brand found that 2 out of 100 respondents had foot sizes of 12 or larger and reported difficulty in finding properly fitted shoes. Many of these individuals reported having to either purchase shoes from abroad, or wearing a smaller size shoe or even have them custom made locally, due to a lack of variety in larger sizes available in the market.

“We founded Yoho with the goal of providing comfort for everyone. Our products are distinguished by their exceptional comfort and pocket-friendly prices. Our journey began with a remark from a stranger about the difficulty of finding comfortable shoes in larger sizes. While it may not be the most profitable business opportunity, it aligned with our overall vision and felt like the right thing to do for both Ahmad and myself. Despite the challenges of manufacturing and cost-effectively reaching customers, we are thrilled with the positive response to our “hunt for big feet” campaign and hope to continue expanding our offerings in the future,” said Prateek Singhal, Co-founder, Yoho. “Our new extended size collection is our way of addressing this issue and providing these individuals with the options they deserve.”

Yoho has expanded its product line to include three new styles, sneakers and loafers, in extended sizes for individuals with large feet. Additionally, Yoho has introduced a dual lace colored option to make sure that one shoe gives its customers a feel of two. These shoes are designed to provide maximum comfort and support and are crafted from high-quality PU materials and advanced technologies. Features such as dual cushioning and TRP soles ensure a perfect fit and long-lasting durability. Prior to this, Yoho had brought some proprietary technologies like footpharma footbed and archflex technology for regular sizes in their flagship products bubbles and waves. The extended size collection is available in a variety of colors and designed to provide comfort, versatility and style.

Commenting on the campaign, Ahmad Hushsham, Co-founder, Yoho said, “Utilizing the latest technologies, we are committed to making comfort-oriented fashion accessible to everyone. When we first introduced our footwear with Footpharma technology, we received numerous requests for larger sizes, which were difficult to find. In response, we launched an initiative to remove size as a barrier to self-expression and provide the most comfortable footwear to our customers. Inclusive sizing is just the beginning of our journey to offer diverse and comfortable footwear to the average Indian consumer.”

The extended size collection is available on Yoho official website and leading platforms like Myntra, Amazon and Flipkart. The brand also offers a wide range of regular sizes for men, women, and children.

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HERO HOMES BEGINS WAR AGAINST CANCER

· Hundreds gathered to encourage prevention, detection, and treatment

· 79 units of blood collected during the event

Hero Homes has organized a Blood Donation Camp in Mohali on World Cancer Day. February 4th, identified as World Cancer Day, is an international day earmarked to raise awareness against cancer and encourage prevention, detection, and treatment.

Dozens of volunteers including residents of Hero homes Mohali and nearby societies participated in a drive with the larger purpose of showing solidarity in the fight against cancer. A total of 79 units of blood were collected during the day.

Dharmesh Shah, CEO, Hero Realty Pvt. Ltd. said, “Hero Homes reflects the human strife to join hands for issues that commonly affect our society. Following the stupendous response to housing the Guinness record holding structure for the largest Diya, which reflected solidarity for world peace, we have now come together to join the fight against the dreaded disease that has affected the world. We are elated to be chosen as the venue of actions that reflect society’s prominent issues”.

Padma Shri Ranbir Chander Sobti (Awardee for his contribution to Literature and Education) will inaugurate the camp which will be conducted under the supervision of Doctors from National Medical College. Punjab State Red Cross Society and Shiv Kanwar Society president Mr Rakesh also attended the awareness event.

TVS Motor Company Invests in ION Mobility; Furthers its Commitment Towards Electrification

In line with its shared commitment towards electrification in the automobile industry, TVS Motor Company, one of the leading global manufacturers of two-wheelers and three-wheelers, announced its association with ION Mobility (ION) today. TVS Motor has entered into an investment agreement with an aim to provide ION the necessary ecosystem support to be successful in the electric two-wheeler markets of Singapore and Indonesia.

The partnership is in line with TVS Motor Company’s commitment to build an aspirational product portfolio while associating with sustainable and scalable brands. It also reiterates the company’s strategy to expand its global presence.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sudarshan Venu, Managing Director, TVS Motor Company said, “TVS Motor is committed to developing exciting products for consumers across global markets. We are thrilled to partner with ION Mobility, a full-stack EV company with a strong team of engineers and technical base in Singapore, to drive the premium electric two-wheeler growth in the region. We share a common vision and are eager to support them as a strategic investor.”

ION Mobility Founder and CEO, Mr. James Chan said, “I am delighted with the vote of confidence that my team and I have received from TVS Motor via the funding round and partnership. We are excited to draw upon TVS Motor’s decades of global expertise in two-wheelers to accelerate our “Mobius” M1-S production readiness, as well as the design and development of other models. We look forward to leading the charge towards an electric & sustainable two-wheeler future together.”

For more information, please visit www.tvsmotor.com.

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Mobil launches 50% post-consumer recycled plastic pails in India

Mobil is driving an initiative to transition to 50% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) plastic pails – helping customers reduce waste, convert waste to value and advance sustainability ambitions
Mobil is taking steps to incorporate recycled plastics in finished lubricant product packaging
The company's move towards PCR drives the use of recycled plastic, and helps reduce plastic waste, while enabling sustainable progress

NEW DELHI, Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Mobil™, a global leader in lubrication technology innovation, has launched an initiative to encourage sustainable packaging with its 50% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) plastic pails. The PCR pails drive the use of recycled plastic, helping reduce plastic waste, and enabling sustainable progress. The company's 50% PCR pails, first in pails packing for lubricating oils in India, aim to help customers reduce waste, convert waste to value and advance sustainability ambitions.

Vipin Rana, Chief Executive Officer, ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt. Ltd., said, “Mobil can help create value by advancing customers' mobility, productivity, and sustainability ambitions. Our initiative to transition to 50% post-consumer recycled plastic pails is just one example of how we are advancing our customers' sustainability ambitions. We understand the ever-changing needs of our customers and stakeholders and are committed to operating our business in an accountable and sustainable manner, supplying feature products by minimizing the environmental impacts, and supporting the communities in which we operate.”

ExxonMobil has emerged as a categorical leader in the diversion of waste in lubricant facilities. All Mobil products manufactured in the company's global network of lubricant facilities carry the Underwriters Laboratories Zero Waste to Landfill, Silver Validation, first earned in 2018. This validation recognizes ExxonMobil's commitment to reducing waste and advancing a circular economy. Additionally, ExxonMobil continues to be the first and only finished lubricants marketer to carry this credential, and each year diverts more than 90% (over 50,000 tons) of lubricant operations waste from landfills into new productive uses.

ExxonMobil is also leveraging scale and integration to increase the production of certified circular plastics and meet growing demand. In December 2022, the company announced the successful startup of one of the largest advanced recycling facilities in North America. The facility at the integrated manufacturing complex in Baytown, Texas, uses proprietary technology to break down hard-to-recycle plastics and transforms them into raw materials for new products. The recycling facility in Baytown is capable of processing more than 80 million pounds of plastic waste per year, supporting a circular economy for post-use plastics and helping divert plastic waste currently sent to landfills.

Mobil's range of products and solutions help support businesses, communities, and individuals to make more efficient and sustainable choices. Mobil branded offers help customers extend oil and equipment life, improve energy efficiency and fuel economy, deliver performance, and achieve more with less by making the most of valuable resources.

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Wolfspeed and ZF Announce Partnership for Future Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Devices

· Wolfspeed and ZF to establish joint R&D center in Germany to further advance global Silicon Carbide system and device innovation leadership

· ZF invests in Wolfspeed to support construction of the world’s most advanced and largest Silicon Carbide device fab

DURHAM, NC and ENSDORF, GERMANY – February 1, 2023 — Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE: WOLF), the global leader in Silicon Carbide technology and ZF, a global technology company enabling next generation mobility, today announced a strategic partnership that includes the creation of a joint innovation lab to drive advances in Silicon Carbide systems and devices for mobility, industrial and energy applications. The partnership also includes a significant investment by ZF to support the planned construction of the world’s most advanced and largest 200mm Silicon Carbide device fab in Ensdorf, Germany. Both the joint innovation lab and the Wolfspeed device fab are planned as part of the Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) for Microelectronics and Communication Technologies framework and are dependent upon state aid approval from the European Commission.

“These initiatives are a significant step towards a successful industrial transformation. They strengthen European supply resilience and, at the same time, support the European Green Deal and the strategic goals for Europe’s Digital Decade,” said Dr. Holger Klein, CEO of ZF.

Wolfspeed and ZF Partner on Silicon Carbide R&D Center

The strategic partnership includes a joint research facility in Germany that will focus on real world e-mobility and renewable energy system level challenges. The goal of the collaboration is to develop breakthrough innovations for Silicon Carbide systems, products, and applications, covering the full value chain from chip to complete systems. Additional collaboration partners will be invited to participate in the innovation process, establishing an end-to-end European Silicon Carbide innovation network.

The R&D center will focus on innovation for Silicon Carbide systems and devices to meet specific requirements in all mobility segments including consumer, commercial, agricultural, and industrial vehicles as well as in the industrial and renewable energy markets. The collaboration will drive improvements such as higher efficiency, increased power density and higher performances for electrification solutions.

ZF to Invest in Wolfspeed for Next Generation 200mm Silicon Carbide Fab

As separately announced, Wolfspeed plans to construct a fully automated, highly advanced 200mm wafer fabrication facility in Saarland, Germany. ZF intends to support this new construction by making a sizable financial investment in the hundreds of millions of dollars in exchange for Wolfspeed common stock. As a part of this investment ZF will have a minority ownership position in the fab. Wolfspeed will maintain all operational and management control rights in the new fab. ZF and Wolfspeed previously announced a strategic partnership in 2019 to create industry-leading, highly efficient electric drivelines with a Silicon Carbide inverter, and these new initiatives represent the next generation of innovation for the partners.

“We have a strong partner by our side in ZF, which brings industry-leading experience in scaling components for electric mobility as well as the aptitude to accelerate innovation in Silicon Carbide systems and power devices. I am confident this partnership will lift Silicon Carbide semiconductor technology to a new level of global impact, supporting increased sustainability and efficiency efforts across a multitude of industries,” said Gregg Lowe, president and CEO of Wolfspeed.

“Together, Wolfspeed and ZF combine expertise in power electronics and systems with a know-how in applications that is unparalleled in the industry. Wolfspeed brings its more than 35 years in Silicon Carbide technology, and at ZF we have a unique understanding of the overall systems across all sectors from passenger cars and commercial vehicles to construction machinery, wind power and industrial applications. The close cooperation between fab and R&D center will enable us to develop breakthrough innovations beyond state of the art for the benefit of our customers,” says Stephan von Schuckmann, Member of the ZF Board of Management.

Images:

1.) and 2.) The decommissioned coal-fired power plant in Ensdorf, Saarland, with an animation of the planned 200 millimeter silicon carbide semiconductor factory by Wolfspeed and ZF.

3.) Gregg Lowe, CEO of Wolfspeed

4.) Dr. Holger Klein, CEO of ZF Group

5.) Stephan von Schuckmann, Member of the Board of Management of ZF, responsible for E-Mobility

Images: Wolfspeed, ZF

Current image and film material from the announcement event can be found under this link: https://assets.zf.com/pinaccess/showpin.do?pinCode=EEVAZ8UREvvI

Piramal Realty Announces its New Campaign #HOMEisFOREVER with Rahul Dravid

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Offers fixed interest rate of 6.85% on home loans
Launches fully furnished residences across its portfolio of residential projects in MMR

Piramal Realty, the real estate arm of the Piramal Group, is delighted to unveil its latest corporate campaign, “#HOMEisFOREVER,” starring Rahul Dravid, Former Captain, Indian Cricket Team. The company has augmented its campaign by offering a limited-time opportunity for its customers to purchase fully furnished designer residences. Additionally, Piramal Realty is offering a new fixed home loan rate of 6.85% on all residential projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. This offer is a substantial reduction from the current market rate of 8.5% to 9.0%, which will assist in reducing the impact of rising interest rates and providing our customers with added financial security.

The campaign #HOMEisFOREVER emphasises on the importance of Home in one’s life. No matter what you achieve in life, at the end of the day you come back to your home and family for ultimate comfort.

Check out Piramal Realty | #HomeIsForever here www.youtube.com/watch?v=k547UxXvg3g.

“We are elated to present this exclusive home loan offer to our valued customers,” said Gaurav Sawhney, CEO of Piramal Realty. “The “Interest Rate Lock” initiative seeks to provide our home buyers with interest rate stability and the most competitive rates in over a decade for the next 18 months. Our objective is to make homeownership more attainable and cost-effective, and this offer is a step in that direction.”

He further added, “When it comes to buying a home, it’s not just about acquiring a property, it’s about investing in a quality lifestyle. We are committed to delivering excellence in terms of quality, value, and lifestyle in every aspect of our developments. Buying a fully furnished apartment is a smart choice for those looking for a hassle-free and move-in ready experience. Our fully furnished apartments provide a complete living experience that is not only practical but also luxurious. Our objective is to consistently deliver an unparalleled living experience to our valued customers.”

Home ownership is a big milestone that many people strive to reach. It enables people to build equity and leave a legacy for their families, while providing a sense of security and stability. With this offer of 6.85 % fixed interest on Home Loans, prospective customers will be able to pursue their dream of owning a home.

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SGS Receives CII Food Safety Award 2022 for Outstanding Laboratory Performance – Food Testing Laboratories

MUMBAI, India, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — SGS is proud to have been awarded the 13th Food Safety Award 2022 for Outstanding Laboratory Performance – Food Testing Laboratories by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) – Food and Agriculture Center of Excellence (FACE) – India’s leading resource center for driving food safety and nutrition in the food processing industry. The award was presented to the SGS Food Testing laboratory based in Ambattur, Chennai.

Launched by CII in 2010, the CII Award for Food Safety promotes internationally benchmarked practices in food safety in small, medium and large food businesses and encourages building capacity in the food value chain. The award is based on a food safety maturity assessment of all participating organizations in India. Food testing laboratories are evaluated on their performance based on ISO 17025:2017 standards, best practices, leadership initiatives and statutory and social compliance.

Mr. Shashibhushan Jogani, Managing Director, SGS India said, “Safety, quality and sustainability are the key drivers in the food industry that help to build customer confidence and trust in a product and brand. Therefore, testing laboratories play a pivotal role for the industry and throughout the entire life cycle of food products. SGS strives to continuously deliver world class testing facilities to Indian industries that help to elevate the quality and safety of the products reaching consumer shelves and plates. Our focus and commitment towards this have resulted in significant investments in capability and capacity enhancements in our laboratories and continuously driving systemic improvements to achieve transparency in methodologies and harmonized processes. All of these factors ensure that our laboratories and their operations are leading when it comes to quality and performance.”

Mr. Sathananthan Sangaran, Business Director – Health & Nutrition, SGS India said, “We believe that state-of-the-art technology, advanced scientific solutions delivered through transparent processes and sustainable operations define the success of a testing laboratory and build customer confidence. At our food testing laboratories, we have implemented several processes that are considered best practices for the industry. We have invested in scaling up our capabilities in the latest technologies and expertise, which together bring the most advanced analytical solutions to our customers.”

SGS’s state-of-the-art food testing laboratory in Ambattur, Chennai is ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited for a scope covering a wide range of tests on agriculture and food products (click here to access the scope). It is also certified for ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015.

The laboratory is recognized by:

Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
Export Inspection Council of India (EIC)
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
Korea Food and Drug Administration (KFDA)

The laboratory can undertake quality testing of agriculture and food products to test for nutritional composition, contaminants, pesticides (+1000), mycotoxins, heavy metals, illegal dyes, antioxidants, preservatives, pathogens and non-pathogens in food, digital sensory evaluation, species identification and shelf-life studies.

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Reva Rawat, a National Judo Player and Student of Jagran Lakecity University’s Selected for the Asian Games 2023 in China

Indian judo team will have Reva Rawat as one of the key players for the upcoming Asian Games in 2023. Reva Rawat, a final-year student of BPES (Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports), Jagran Lakecity University was selected to represent India in the Asian Games in Judo. She’s going to partake in the 63 kg weight category at the games being held this year in September-October in Hangzhou, China.

She has bagged laurels at various National level Championships and made her presence in the International arena since 2022. Reva bagged a Gold Medal earlier this month, in the All India Inter University Judo Women’s Championship and was awarded the Best Judoka title of the tournament hosted by LPU, Punjab.

Reva has been a star athlete of Jagran Lakecity University’s “JLU Elite Athlete Program”, which supports student-athletes to balance their academic and sporting commitments, by providing a flexible and responsive approach to studies. The University is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), India chair of The Association of the Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) and the Association of Commonwealth Universities, and encourages its students to participate in Inter-University and Championships hosted nationally and internationally. With state-of-art sports infrastructure, JLU is well-positioned to contribute to India’s sporting glory.

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