Month: July 2023

Hitachi Payment Services to acquire Writer Corporation’s Cash Management Business; to become an end-to-end payments and commerce solutions provider

 

 

Hitachi Payment Services, India’s leading integrated payment solutions provider, has entered into an agreement to acquire the Cash Management Business of Writer Corporation, a multi-business enterprise.  

In the Cash Management industry, Writer Safeguard – the Cash Management Business of Writer Corporation, has been providing comprehensive cash services including ATM cash replenishment and retail cash pick-up services to corporate clients in India since 2001. Writer Safeguard has a network of close to 40,000 touchpoints including ATMs and Retail spanning 25 states across 1,500 locations serviced by a workforce of over 10,000 people.

The acquisition will transform Hitachi Payments’ market standing by integrating the cash management business into its overall service offerings, positioning it as a one-stop payments and commerce solutions provider. It will enable Hitachi Payments to provide comprehensive ATM services to financial institutions, while on the merchant side it would complement Hitachi Payments’ digital offerings.  By offering a unified and single platform for all merchant related payment and commerce needs, the acquisition will further strengthen Hitachi Payments’ value proposition to merchants and serve as a catalyst in accelerating digital adoption.

 

Tatsuro Ueda, Vice President and Executive Officer, CEO of Financial Institutions Business Unit, Hitachi, Ltd. said “As the movement of digitalization accelerates globally, Hitachi is committed to provide future-ready solutions that effectively meet the varied needs of our customers especially in India, where digitalization is progressing rapidly in rural areas. This acquisition will enable us to expand our service offerings and further strengthen our position in the Indian market. Specifically for the merchant ecosystem, we will be able to provide a distinctive value proposition and further drive digital acceptance by becoming a one-stop solution provider, catering to the diverse needs of merchants.”  

 

Sumil Vikamsey, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer – Cash Business, Hitachi Payment Services, said “The acquisition of the Cash Management Business of Writer Corporation will complement Hitachi Payments’ vision of becoming a leading payments and commerce solutions provider, offering holistic, reliable and cost-effective solutions across the payments value chain. In line with our overall strategy, the deal creates opportunities for us to broaden our service offerings and provides us a unique position to drive growth and innovation in the Indian payments landscape.”

 

Dayle de Souza, Managing Director, Writer Business Services, said “Over the last two decades, Writer Corporation has created a rich legacy in the Cash Management Business through pioneering technologies, operational efficiencies and superior risk management practices. As one of the founding members of the Cash Logistics Association, the company has played a pivotal role in bringing global standards to the Cash Management industry in India. We are confident that the transfer to Hitachi Payments will bring new possibilities for this business. We will continue to retain and grow the ATM Managed Services business as a part of the overall service portfolio to our corporate clients.”

 

Hitachi Payments is a pioneer in the payment industry in India, offering a comprehensive range of payment solutions including ATM Services, Cash Recycling Machines, White Label ATMs, POS Solutions, Toll & Transit Solutions, Payment Gateway Solutions and innovative offerings such as SoftPOS, POS Value Added Services and next-gen mobile based merchant platform enabling end-to-end services. The company is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving financial inclusion across India.

 

Škoda Auto India announces Monsoon Service Campaign

·   Will remain in action till 7 August, 2023

·   Great offers on parts, services accessories and more

·   Package deals on new tyre fitments

·   Builds on already leading service standards in the industry

 

 With a fleet full of 5-star safe, crash-tested cars, and the recent unveil of its brand new “Let’s Explore” campaign, Škoda Auto India has announced its Monsoon Service Campaign. It includes a slew of service, parts and maintenance offers aimed at enhancing ownership experience and customer satisfaction.

 

The Monsoon Service Campaign, active till 7 August, 2023, includes multiple offers. It provides 15% discount on select parts and up to 10% off on select Value Added Services and accessories. Customers who upgrade to Continental tyres will also be eligible for additional gifts. Above all of this, the Monsoon Service Campaign also includes a 20% discount on the 2nd and 3rd year of Road-Side Assistance.

 

Škoda Auto India already offers a 4-year/100,000 km, whichever earlier, standard warranty. The Monsoon Package — in unison with the already existing SuperCare Maintenance package, Extended Warranty, Anytime Warranty and additional roadside assistance – allows customers to benefit from an effective warranty of upto 8 years or 150,000 kms of and upto 9 years of Road Side Assistance. This, in addition to the discounts, offers and benefits of the Monsoon Service Campaign allows for an unparalleled service, maintenance and ownership experience.

 

All existing and new Škoda customers can avail these Extended and Anytime Warranties during any period of their ownership, and the benefits of the Monsoon Campaign on or before 7 August, 2023. 

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Bank of India announces a START-UP focused branches at 3 Centre across pan India

Bank of India – a major public sector bank with a significant domestic presence – has launched three special start-up centres through dedicated start-up focussed branches. The three start-up centres are located in Bengaluru, Mumbai and New Delhi.

 

The dedicated start-up branches are intended to facilitate the Central Government’s goal of promoting robust innovation and entrepreneurship through the start-up culture in India. Start-Up India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to drive sustainable economic growth and generate large-scale employment opportunities via start-ups. India is emerging as a hub for Start-up initiatives with more than 93,000 start-up entities already registered with the Department of Promotion of Industry and internal trade (DPIIT) to date.

 

These branches will offer all the necessary banking services to start-ups under one roof, serving as a hub for entrepreneurs in the start-up ecosystem and providing end-to-end financial services. The branches will have a special start-up desk with a Relationship Manager.

 

Bank of India, MD & CEO, Shri Rajneesh Karnatak, inaugurated the start-up desk virtually at two of these start-focussed branches on 24 July 2023 while being physically present to inaugurate the start-up branch at Turbhe, Navi Mumbai.

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Speaking on the occasion, Shri Rajneesh Karnatak, MD & CEO of Bank of India, said, “Bank of India has given an in-principal approval for seven start-up branches today beginning with Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi. These start-up branches will add to the MSME book of Bank of India, which is the thrust area for our bank and the country.”

 

The three identified start-up-focused branches are:

·         Bengaluru Main Branch in Bengaluru

·         Parliament Street Branch in New Delhi

·         Turbhe in Navi Mumbai

 

Bank of India has identified 9 more centres for start-up-focused branches. These centres will be operational in the near future. For decades, BOI has been the bank of choice for all sections of society while also being a pioneer in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship across the country.

Savlon Swasth India Mission to reach out to 7.4 lakh children in UP to make them hand hygiene champions

Lucknow, Savlon, ITC’s leading health and hygiene brand, unveiled the 7th edition of its in-school programme Savlon Swasth India Mission (SSIM). Since its inception, Savlon Swasth India Mission has been focusing on its core belief – Healthier Kids make for a Stronger India and has championed many grassroot level initiatives to foster increased awareness and understanding of hygiene practices among school children. Over the years, it has built a robust partner network with schools across Indian states and the initiative is committed to help inculcate the habit of washing hands and hygiene among children. The school programme has witnessed participation from more than 7.6 million children across India since its initiation. Uttar Pradesh has always been one of the primary states where this initiative has been championed and implemented. Over the years Savlon Swasth India Mission has helped shape children as champions of change in their communities. This year, the endeavor has been to expand outreach to include more than 2700 schools in the state including most of the prominent cities like Lucknow, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Meerut, Agra, Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, Sahranpur, Jhansi, Mathura, Faizabad and more. 

 

Shri Sameer Satpathy, Divisional Chief Executive, Personal Care Products Business, ITC Limited said, “Savlon Swasth India in line with its proposition of Healthier Kids Stronger India, is an extensive school outreach programme that promotes the adoption of hand hygiene amongst children through unique and engaging interventions. To scale up this initiative, , Savlon Swasth India Mission is committed to adding 12500 schools across India and help in initiating more than 3 million children into the habit of washing hands this year.”

 

Dr. Vaibhav Khanna, renowned surgeon specializing in craniofacial and microsurgery, said, “Savlon Swasth India Mission has an interesting way of encouraging hand hygiene. With the use of cartoon characters explaining hand hygiene and the eight steps of handwashing, it is indeed a stimulating experience for children. I think the most important aspect to build a habit is through making the process engaging and interesting to evoke interest as well as practice the habit for health. My compliments to the team and I would urge more schools to join hands with this mission as it truly is the simplest and the most effective step to prevent infections.”

 

ITC’s Savlon Swasth India Mission has been at the forefront of seeding behavioural change towards hand hygiene through innovative experiences and focused efforts. Preventable infections create a huge economic burden on our country and regular handwashing is one of the simplest, most effective ways to stop the spread of diseases. In a unique step forward, to reiterate the importance of washing hands even after the pandemic, Savlon Swasth India Mission unveiled the World’s first ‘Hand Ambassador’ earlier this year, with one of the greatest cricketers of all time, Sachin Tendulkar. Globally revered for his immense contribution to the cricketing world, the Master Blaster, has inspired generations with the many firsts in cricketing history. Now, in yet another first, he lends his priceless hands to a special cause – as a Hand Ambassador to inspire billions to practice proper handwashing. The original impression of his prized hands begins its journey to schools across India to remind children to wash their hands with soap and encourage them to develop the culture of hand hygiene.    

 

The programme entails interactive activities including a series of storytelling and visual engagement that educate and encourage children to adopt good hand hygiene practices. The programme includes an animated series to encourage good hand hygiene habits, fun games that involve these primary school children making them understand the importance of hand hygiene, a quick hygiene quiz along with an innovatively designed handwashing guide. Independent studies have indicated that this programme has enhanced compliance to the habit of handwashing amongst children.

Amazon.in is back with its second edition of ‘The Beauty Sale’ from 22nd – 26th July 2023

  • Powered by Maybelline, ‘The Beauty Sale’ will have up to 70% off on all your make-up, skincare and luxury beauty needs
  • Discover exciting 8000+ deals on 250+ brands like Maybelline, L’Oréal Professionnel, Biotique, Kama Ayurveda, Swiss Beauty, Lakmé, RENÉE Cosmetics, MyGlamm, Colorbar Cosmetics, Paula’s Choice and much more
  • #ShowUpGlowUpSaveUp with the ultimate beauty experience by choosing from a curated collection of makeup, premium beauty items, and luxury brands

The ultimate beauty shopping extravaganza is back, so mark your calendars and get ready to #ShowUpGlowUpSaveUp as Amazon Beauty has announced the second edition of its beauty event, ‘The Beauty Sale’ from 22nd – 26th July 2023, powered by Maybelline, in association with L’Oréal Professionnel and Biotique. This shopping event will bring together the best of makeup, skincare, and luxury beauty brands to your doorsteps with 250+ top brands and over 8000+ deals, including irresistible offers such as up to 50% off on Combos and Kits, Luxury Minis starting at INR 345, freebies from top luxury brands, exciting new launches, brand offers and Amazon Pay rewards. The event will feature a wide range of customer’s favourite brands like Maybelline, SUGAR Cosmetics, Biotique, L’Oréal Professionnel, RAS Luxury Oils and Minimalist along with international brands like Bath & Body Works, CosRX, The Body Shop, Forest Essentials, Kama Ayurveda, L’OCCITANE, LANEIGE, HUGO BOSS and Versace. This time, we also bring to you our exciting new Global Beauty Store which was launched earlier in May this year for customers to explore and shop from an extensive range of authentic products from every corner of the globe, handpicked for their exceptional quality and advanced formulations. The store features a curated selection from most loved and trending brands from across the world, like Anomaly Haircare, Caudalie, Freeman Beauty, Farmacy Beauty, Narciso Rodriguez and more.

Zeba Khan, Director – Beauty, Personal Care & Luxury Beauty, Amazon India, said, “We are delighted to unveil the second edition of Amazon’s ‘The Beauty Sale,’ – a one-stop-shop for our valued customers to celebrate themselves and experience the joy of beauty and self-care in their lives. From exquisite skincare treasures and opulent makeup essentials to luxurious fragrances from around the world, we have curated an exceptional selection that caters to diverse preferences, the needs of the Indian consumer and amplifies the confidence of our customers. This edition of ‘The Beauty Sale’ is not merely a shopping extravaganza, but a testament to our commitment in elevating the beauty landscape for all with a wide selection of products, convenience and value, ensuring that no one is left untouched by the transformative power of self-care and self-expression.”

Whether you’re gearing up for your upcoming family get-togethers, festive parties, weddings, night outs, or brunches, this is the perfect time to elevate your look. Amazon Beauty has got you covered with the finest deals on international and homegrown beauty products including skincare, haircare, luxury beauty, fragrance, luxury perfumes, makeup, professional beauty, beauty devices along with beauty & makeup combos.

So, what are you waiting for? Here is your chance to make the most of the biggest beauty event of the year and experience beauty like never before and get ready to be ‘Har Pal Fashionable’.

 

Here are some beauty products that must find a way in your cart this season: 

 

Skincare

A white bottle with black labelDescription automatically generatedCosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

Elevate your skincare routine to unveil a radiant, youthful complexion with this viral K-Beauty product. Enriched with an impressive 96% snail mucin, this essence provides the ultimate nourishment and protection your skin craves. This snail concoction has helped users improve hyperpigmentation, reduce dryness, dullness, inflammation, and more and your skin will thank you for this purchase!

 

You may also like:

Caudalie Instant Detox Mask

Minimalist Sunscreen SPF 50

 

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Kama Ayurveda Bringadi Intensive Hair Treatment
Oiling is one of the most essential activities in the haircare routine and this organic hair oil is bound to replenish and revitalize your locks. This time tested and 100% natural recipe from Kama Ayurveda contains potent herbs extracted into pure Sesame oil and Milk. The earthy scent of ingredients like Indigo, Gooseberry, Licorice and Balloon Vine has a calming, meditative effect that soothes frayed nerves, uplifts mood and aids in a good night’s rest. Let your hair indulge in the luxurious Ayurvedic experience with this oil.

You may also like:
Forest Essentials Hair Vitalizer Bhringraj for Hair Growth
L’Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo 

Perfumes

 

A close-up of a bottleDescription automatically generatedHugo Boss BOTTLED TONIC EDT for Men

Experience the epitome of woody yet spicy freshness Boss Bottled Tonic by Hugo Boss. This refined fragrance is a harmonious blend of sophisticated citrus essences and bold woody notes, resulting in a composition that exudes elegance and vitality. Stay cool in every season with this unmistakable offering from one of the icons in the Fragrance industry.

 

You may also like:

Calvin Klein One Unisex EDT

Issey Miyake Rose & Rose Eau De Parfum for Women

 

 Makeup

Rude The Spell Book Smooth and Blendable Eyeshadow Palette – Passion

Tap into your spiritual beauty with shimmers and bewitching dark hues, formulated for a smooth and blendable eyeshadow application to complete your enchanting ritual! Complete your look and cast a spell with this Rude Cosmetic The Spell Book Smooth and Blendable Eyeshadow palette.


You may also like:

Elizabeth Arden Bold Defining 24Hr Liquid Eyeliner

Shiseido SPF 20 Synchro Skin Lasting Liquid Foundation

 

Gift Sets

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Kimirica Love story Luxury beauty Gift set
Delight in the charm of the Kimirica Love Story Experience Set—an enchanting gift set designed to celebrate the small gestures of love. Immerse yourself in a romantic escapade as these luxurious products transport you to a world of romance and bliss. Indulge in the beauty of each little moment with the Kimirica Love Story Experience Set, and let love envelop you in its magical embrace.

 

 

You may also like:

Cologne Perfume and Facial Cleanser Gift Set

Chopard Imperiale Iris Malika Eau de Parfum

 

Luxury Minis

Forest Essentials Ultra-Rich Body Milk Madurai Jasmine & Mogra

This exceptional body milk is infused with the purity and freshness of Jasmine and Mogra flowers that have a delicate fragrance with sheer floral notes. It’s natural hydrators like Cane Sugar, Beeswax, Cream of Milk and Apricot Oil seal the moisture in the skin, for a supple and plump finish. Discover the secret to a vibrant and naturally glowing complexion with Forest Essentials extraordinary body milk.


You may also like:

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Bath & Body Works Butterfly Mini Perfume Spray

  

Experience ultimate beauty indulgence with a wide array of delightful rewards spanning various categories with customers assured to receive free gifts, access limited time offers, participate in daily giveaways on social media, engage with influencer and celebrity content and more. In addition, customers can anticipate a variety of informative, inspirational, and captivating content through live sessions on the A.in app and on our social media handle with renowned beauty professionals like Avneet Kaur, Niti Taylor, Ankush Bahuguna, Sakshi Sidhwani, Nikki Mehra and more to get handy tips and tricks along with usage, how-to’s and various beauty regimes. We also have some thrilling offline activities designed for influencers and customers and many other exciting offerings.

Bank of India announces a START-UP focused branches at 3 Centre across pan India



Bank of India – a major public sector bank with a significant domestic presence – has launched three special start-up centres through dedicated start-up focussed branches. The three start-up centres are located in Bengaluru, Mumbai and New Delhi.

 

The dedicated start-up branches are intended to facilitate the Central Government’s goal of promoting robust innovation and entrepreneurship through the start-up culture in India. Start-Up India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to drive sustainable economic growth and generate large-scale employment opportunities via start-ups. India is emerging as a hub for Start-up initiatives with more than 93,000 start-up entities already registered with the Department of Promotion of Industry and internal trade (DPIIT) to date.

 

These branches will offer all the necessary banking services to start-ups under one roof, serving as a hub for entrepreneurs in the start-up ecosystem and providing end-to-end financial services. The branches will have a special start-up desk with a Relationship Manager.

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Bank of India, MD & CEO, Shri Rajneesh Karnatak, inaugurated the start-up desk virtually at two of these start-focussed branches on 24 July 2023 while being physically present to inaugurate the start-up branch at Turbhe, Navi Mumbai.

 

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Rajneesh Karnatak, MD & CEO of Bank of India, said, “Bank of India has given an in-principal approval for seven start-up branches today beginning with Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi. These start-up branches will add to the MSME book of Bank of India, which is the thrust area for our bank and the country.”

 

The three identified start-up-focused branches are:

·         Bengaluru Main Branch in Bengaluru

·         Parliament Street Branch in New Delhi

·         Turbhe in Navi Mumbai

 

Bank of India has identified 9 more centres for start-up-focused branches. These centres will be operational in the near future. For decades, BOI has been the bank of choice for all sections of society while also being a pioneer in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship across the country.

Flipkart Marketplace enhances its best-in-class seller-friendly policies to encourage digital adoption among MSMEs

  • The policies focus on improving business cost-efficiency to support MSMEs’ sustainable growth, furthering the platform’s commitment towards the seller ecosystem
  • The extended capabilities include Pricing Recommendations, Promotion Support, Insta Rewards, Fulfillment Support and Seller Support Experience aimed at greater clarity, control and transparency while building a more inclusive e-commerce ecosystem
  • The enhanced policies build on a series of interventions introduced in 2022 to provide sellers with best-in-class solutions and support small and medium businesses in India

 

Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has enhanced its efforts towards fostering a more inclusive seller ecosystem with enhanced seller-focused policies aimed to strengthen MSME growth across the country. These policies under the ‘Flipkart EDGE’ initiative build upon the foundation laid in 2022. The program strongly focuses on helping businesses leverage the opportunity of online business and enhancing the ease of doing business on the Flipkart platform. With the implementation of these policies, the online seller ecosystem embarks on its next phase of growth by leveraging the immense potential offered by e-commerce.

The new policies aim to empower the seller ecosystem with enhanced clarity, control,  and transparency through new features, including Pricing Recommendations, Promotions, Rewards Platform, Fulfillment and Speed Initiatives, and Guidance Assistance, which  will help improve cost efficiency and sustainability of business operations on the Flipkart platform.

Rakesh Krishnan, Vice President and Head – Marketplace, Flipkart, said, “As India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, our constant endeavor is to innovate, evolve and introduce policies that contribute to the success and prosperity of businesses on our  platform. We are committed to making the digital transition for businesses on our platform more convenient and effortless through our best-in-class solutions. Introducing the new features under ‘Flipkart EDGE’ aim to provide continuous support to the seller community and foster sustained growth while enhancing the overall ease of doing business. Our technology-driven solutions and capabilities are designed to improve the convenience and efficiency of online business operations.”

 

Policy changes and tech capabilities for existing and new sellers on Flipkart Marketplace include:

  1. Pricing Recommendation – The recommended pricing feature will suggest sellers about ideal prices for their products based on consumer insights, buying behavior, and market trends, which the sellers may choose to implement. This product feature has been made accessible to sellers from different touch points across the seller dashboard to identify appropriate price points to list their products, thereby helping them grow on the platform.
  2. Promotions – This feature enhances transparency by displaying how promotions work and provides detailed information about the benefits and product offers thereby empowering sellers to gain control over their participation, allowing them to make more informed decisions.
  1. Rewards Platform – The new rewards platform significantly enhances the seller’s reward experience by bringing in more clarity around incentives and their eligibility criteria, along with flexibility in meeting them. The new platform also provides for  regular tracking, monitoring and governance of the rewards unlocking higher returns of investment and growth. It also significantly reduces the rewards payout cycle, enabling sellers to utilize the additional operating revenue to expand their businesses.
  1. Fulfillment Support and Speed Initiative – To make order processing easier for sellers, the platform has introduced several features to reduce operating cost for the sellers  and helps them use the right quality of packaging materials. Flipkart has worked on improving delivery speed to customers, enabling sellers to process more orders and effectively utilize their warehousing space resulting in increased capacity, timeliness and better ratings on the platform.
  1. Seller Support Experience Guidance – Sellers will now have access to multimedia content in different languages on their dashboards owing to the ‘Guided assistance’ feature to solve issues they may be facing more effectively and timely. This year, the user interface was revamped with smart logic implemented on FAQ pages with  detailed content to guide sellers making the portal more user-friendly.
  1. Video commerce – To help sellers boost the visibility for their products and  provide customers with better purchase experiences and product recommendations, video commerce has been enabled on the Flipkart platform for all its sellers. This feature has been provided to help them engage with the customers more and showcase their products through various formats such as reels, long-form videos, among others. Flipkart has also launched a dedicated creator app for sellers, which is making it convenient for them to unlock the true potential of video commerce that is gaining prominence in the Indian market.

A slew of industry-first strategic policies and capabilities introduced in two phases last year encouraged over 11 lakh sellers (including Shopsy) to join the platform, with a 220 percent increase in the seller base in 2022 compared to 2021. These capabilities are an extension of Flipkart’s initiatives from the previous year, which included a streamlined onboarding  process, simplified listing, and payment policies. The platform continues to invest in technology,innovation, supply chain, and operations to help MSMEs adopt digital, and these policy changes are consistent with Flipkart’s commitment towards assisting entrepreneurs across the country.

Flipkart also launched its advertising campaign ‘Kuch Khaas Kamao’ recently. The campaign emphasizes how selling on Flipkart doesn’t just enable successful business but also helps sellers earn time, trust and the priceless treasure of work-life balance. The pan-India campaign targets emerging sellers from tier 2 and 3 cities, who strive to achieve business excellence through e-commerce and eventually fulfill their dreams as an entrepreneur.

The film is now live on Flipkart Seller Hub’s YouTube channel – Sell on Flipkart, which is also being promoted across social media platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and the official Flipkart Seller Hub app.

Amazon Prime Day 2023 is the Biggest ever Prime Dayevent in India

Maximum number of Prime members shopped; big savings through sellers, brand and bank partners and fastest same day delivery speed, ever!

 

Amazon India announced that the 7th edition of Prime Daywas the biggest ever Prime Day event. Prime Day 2023 on Jul 15-16, enabled Prime members to discover joy through great deals, new launches and block buster entertainment. Thousands of sellers, brands and bank partners came together this Prime Day to offer Prime members big savings of around INR 300crores.Prime members enjoyed fastest deliveries this Prime Day with highest number of same day deliveries.1 in 3 orders in metros were delivered before Prime Day got over, and 1 in 2 orders across most Tier 1 & 2 cities were delivered in less than two days. This Prime Day event witnessed strong growth in Prime membership, and highest engagementwith 14% more members shopping than last year’s Prime Day event. 

 

Commenting on the success of the shopping event, Akshay Sahi, Director, Prime and Delivery Experience, Amazon India said, “I would like to thank our sellers, brand partners and Prime members who helped make this Prime Day the biggest ever in India. Brands and sellers across categories received a great response from Prime members from metros and Tier 2 & 3 cities and towns across India. With the biggest product and brand launches, best deals of the year this Prime Day, we also delivered highest number of same day deliveries over past Prime Day events.”

 

Prime members shopped from 45,000+ new products launched by over 400+ top Indian & global brandssuch as OnePlus, iQOO, Realme NarzoWith, Samsung, Motorola, boAt, Sony, Allen Solly, Lifestyle, Titan, Fossil, Puma, Tata, Dabur; and 2000+ new product launches from small and medium Indian businesses.Prime members from across 98% pin codes of India shopped most for front load washing machines, headphones, apparels, shoes, luxury beauty products, smart phones, baby products and much more from leading brands. Toys recorded highest ever single day sales and sold an average of 1.8 Toys/second, highest sales on Home Appliances and Kitchen products like mixer grinders, water purifiers and water heaters and more than 600 brands grew by 2x during Prime Day on Amazon Fresh.

 

This Prime Day, ~5 smartphones got sold every second with 70% of the demand coming from Tier 2 & 3 cities; foldable smartphones grew 25x and an overwhelming response from Prime members on the newly launched smartphones (OnePlus Nord 3 5G, Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Motorola Razr 40 Series, Realme Narzo 60 Series and iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G). In Fashion and Beauty,Prime members ordered a new pair of shoes every 0.4 second, purchased handbag every 1.6 second and were delighted with great dealsacross top brands, including, Marks & Spencer, Tommy Hilfiger, Ray- Ban, Biba and Levi’s.

 

“We are delighted by the success of Galaxy M34 5G, which emerged as the No. 1 selling smartphone amongst the new launches on Amazon Prime Day. Galaxy M34 5G, an Amazon Specials, continues the successful legacy of Galaxy M Series. It showcases the trust customers have in our brand and demonstrates how our commitment to ground breaking innovation continues to resonate with consumers,” said, Aditya Babbar, Senior Director, MX Business, Samsung India.

 

Prime members loved buying unique products from Small and Medium Businesses (SMB) as these saw a strong sale. SMBs on Amazon.in received 20 orders every second during this Prime Day event. Over 90,000 SMB sellers received orders from Prime members across 19,000+ pin codes in India. Over 15,000 SMBs saw their best ever sales during Prime Day 2023. Over 14,000 new SMBs (launched in 2023) got orders, and of these, over 500 SMBs saw their best ever sales day during this Prime Day. Small business focused programs like Launchpad (a program designed to boost small businesses on the marketplace) and Local Shops launched over 800 new products.

 

Mamaearth has created an exciting and natural beauty portfolio across skin, hair and makeup that is loved all year round. For Amazon India Prime Day 2023, we added to this selection our exciting new haircare launches with unique ingredients like Rosemary and Multani Mitti. We were thrilled to see customer’s reactions to these and sold lakhs of units pan India during Prime Day event. Mamaearth is now a beauty market leader and we continue to strengthen our association with leading e-commerce partners like Amazon”, said, Zairus Master, Chief Business Officer of Honasa Consumer Pvt. Ltd. (Mamaearth).

 

45% of Prime members shopped with Amazon Pay this Prime Day of which 82% were from Tier 2 & 3 cities and towns. 1 in 4 Prime members used Amazon Pay ICICI bank credit card to shop during Prime Day event. Amazon Pay’s recently launched the travel store with a 5% unlimited cashback for Prime members with the Amazon Pay ICICI bank credit card. Through the Prime Day event, customer booked approximately 1.6 crore kms of domestic and international flights during this Prime Day.

 

Amazon Business witnessed a 56% sales growth (vs Prime Day 2022), including 2x growth in Electronics, 1.7x growth in office furniture and 1.4x growth in kitchen products and appliances.


Morari Bapu Begins Sacred Jyotirlinga Ram Katha Train Yatra with a Grand Flag-off


 

Morari Bapu, the well-known spiritual guru known for his profound narrations of the Ram Katha, has embarked on an extraordinary spiritual odyssey during the revered month of Saavan. The momentous journey, titled the Jyotirlinga Ram Katha Train Yatra, commenced on July 22, 2023, from the hallowed grounds of Kedarnath in Uttarakhand. The grand inauguration of the railway leg of the pilgrimage took place today, July 23, 2023, at 1:30pm from the picturesque railway station in the holy city of Rishikesh. The event was graced by the presence of Uttarakhand Finance Minister Prem Chand Aggarwal and Anita Mamgain (Mayor) Nagar Nigam Rishikesh. Bapu has named this katha as Manas-900.

 

Morari Bapu, with his extensive experience of over 60 years in narrating the Ram Katha, will embark on this exceptional 18-day journey, which will serve as a confluence of Shaivism and Vaishnavism. The yatra will culminate on August 8, 2023, at Bapu's village, Talgajarda, in Gujarat.

 

During this remarkable journey, Morari Bapu will captivate devotees with his enlightening discourses on the Ram Katha at the revered 12 Jyotirlinga temples. Additionally, he will visit 3 sacred Dhams and the Tirupati Balaji temple, enriching the spiritual experience for all participants. Spanning approximately 12,000 kilometers and covering 8 states, this profound journey will embody the essence of Sanatana Dharma, celebrate the glory of Lord Ram's name, and unite India while strengthening its traditions.

 

Morari Bapu's discourses on Ram Katha are deeply rooted in the teachings of Ram Charita Manas. To facilitate this extraordinary journey, two special trains named Kailash Bharat Gaurav and Chitrakoot Bharat Gaurav have been arranged by IRCTC. These specially designed trains will accommodate a total of 1008 devotees.

 

Uttarakhand Finance Minister Prem Chand Aggarwal expressed his delight about the Jyotirlinga Ram Katha Train Yatra, stating, “I am delighted to be a part of this significant spiritual event that combines the rich heritage of our culture with the convenience of rail travel. This yatra will offer a unique opportunity for devotees to experience the divine grace while traversing the sacred land of India.”

 

Anita Mamgain (Mayor) Nagar Nigam Rishikesh, added, “It is a moment of great pride for Uttarakhand to be the starting point of this auspicious journey. We are honoured to host Pujya MorariBapu and witness the convergence of spirituality and cultural heritage through the Jyotirlinga Ram Katha Train Yatra. This pilgrimage will not only deepen our spiritual connection but also contribute to the promotion of tourism in our beautiful state.”

 

The train coaches' exteriors are adorned with vibrant vinyl wraps showcasing the 12 Jyotirlinga temples, the major Dhams of Sanatana Dharma, the Tirupati Balaji temple, and scenes from Bapu's village, creating a visually captivating experience.

 

Regarding the vision behind the Jyotirlinga Ram Katha Yatra, Morari Bapu said, “Through this sacred journey, we aim to unite the diverse tapestry of India and foster a collective understanding of Sanatana Dharma. Let the name of Lord Ram resonate in every corner of our nation, bringing peace, harmony, and righteousness to all.”

 

The Katha is being organized by Bapu's flower (devotee) Rupesh Vyas from Indore through Aadesh Trust. He has been working tirelessly with IRCTC to make this Jyotirlinga Ram Katha Yatra a success.

 

This Jyotirlinga Ram Katha event holds significant importance as it aligns with the vision of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat,” aiming to connect individuals from different regions and celebrate the 75th anniversary of Indian independence. It symbolizes unity, cultural harmony, and the rich spiritual heritage of our nation.

Eveready unveils digital film ‘Hero Banne Ka Power’ for its Rechargeable Torches, India’s fastest charging torch



 

–          The digital film sheds light on everyday heroes

–          Eveready’s Boomlite DL 85 torch is India’s fastest-charging rechargeable torch with versatile functionality

–          Link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kntr_OGQ1gs

Eveready Industries India Ltd., the market leader in the Flashlights category and the dominant player in the Battery-Operated segment has launched its powerful digital film, ‘Hero Banne Ka Power’ featuring Eveready BOOMLITE DL 85, India’s fastest charging rechargeable torch. This compelling film highlights the Boomlite torch’s innovative and exceptional capabilities and celebrates everyday heroes.

 

The newly launched Eveready film shines light on the unsung bravery of our people and celebrates courageous deeds, because not all heroes wear capes – some carry torches. It tells the tale of two boys immersed in a game of cricket as the sun is about to set. One of them takes a powerful shot, propelling the ball into a dark forest. With no light available, another boy expresses his reluctance to retrieve the ball. In a moment of empowerment, a determined girl, whom the boy did not allow to join the fun earlier, stands up and confidently embarks on a quest to rescue the lost ball using the Eveready rechargeable torch. For her, light is the only might that matters. Guided by the torch’s unwavering beam, the girl emerges from the shadows with the ball in her hand. She saves the day, armed with quick thinking and a rechargeable flashlight. The film ends with the message: Eveready, Hero Banne Ka Power (the power to become a hero). It stands for the brand’s mission of empowering and celebrating everyday heroism.

 

“We are thrilled to announce the launch of Eveready BOOMLITE DL 85 rechargeable torch alongside a captivating digital film, ‘Hero Banne Ka Power’. This torch embodies Eveready's dedication to offer innovative and versatile products to our valued customers,” expressed Mr Anirban Banerjee, Sr. Vice President & SBU Head (Batteries & Flashlights), Eveready Industries India Ltd. “With its exceptional performance, we believe this torch will not only illuminate dark spaces but also ignite a spark within individuals, empowering them to embrace their inner strength and become the true heroes of their own narratives.“, added Mr Banerjee.

 

“Darkness is not to be feared. It is to be fought and defeated. That’s what most Indians know and do on a regular basis. They dispel the darkness in their own way, armed with resilience and resourcefulness. This new campaign is a celebration of the human spirit, of the never-say-never attitude. Anyone can be a hero. All one needs is power. That’s what Eveready offers. We hope this campaign will serve as a beacon of inspiration for those everyday heroes who make the world a better place.”, said Sukesh Nayak, Chief Creative Officer, Ogilvy.

 

The Eveready BOOMLITE DL 85 rechargeable torch is a trusted and powerful lighting companion, equipped with a powerful 1W beam and a 2W emergency side light for optimum brightness. It is pocket-sized for convenience and comes with four lighting modes, including a torch, auto-flasher, side light high mode, and side light dim mode, providing versatility and ease of use. Its fast-charging capability permits it to fully charge in just three hours, making it India’s fastest charging torch, based on in-house tests. Reliable for emergencies and everyday usage, it features a pen clip for easy attachment to shirt pockets and hands-free use. Flaunting ECT technology, it showcases a charging & full-charge indicator, a powerful Li-ion battery and protection against overcharging and deep discharge. The Eveready BOOMLITE DL 85 is available in vibrant colours of red, black, blue, and yellow, boasts a robust ABS plastic body and is priced at Rs. 145/-, making it the most accessible rechargeable flashlight from the Eveready portfolio.

 

Eveready has championed the frontier of flashlights and has become synonymous with the idea of portable lighting solutions. Its range of battery-operated & rechargeable flashlights is practical, stylish, and tailored to meet a spectrum of household & outdoor needs. From the widely popular brass & aluminium battery-operated torches to a range of superior quality rechargeable torches powered with fast-charging Lithium-ion or heavy duty rechargeable batteries, Eveready flashlights are available in an assortment of shapes, sizes, colours meeting every consumer’s need at every price point.

 

The Eveready rechargeable torch range is available for purchase at leading stores across the country. For more information, please visit the Eveready website at www.evereadyindia.com

 

Link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kntr_OGQ1gs