Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, has revealed the details of its brand-new state-of-the-art Business Class suite at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 in Hampshire, UK. 

The new Crystal Business Class suite marks a new era for luxury air travel for business passengers and is the first from Turkish Airlines to feature an adjustable suite door and privacy panel for enhanced in-flight privacy. New seats feature a generous 23-inch seat width boasting increased footwell space with direct aisle access for all guests with every window suite possessing full visibility. In line with company’s “Flow” brand identity, new suites feature lighter and warmer colors, marble-style table and rose gold finishes. 

The suite continues to provide the very best amenities Turkish Airlines is known for to elevate guest experience, including adjustable ambient and reading lights, universal and Type C power outlets, wireless charger, noise cancelling audio jack, adjustable mirror, closed stowage ergonomic seat cushion and a 22-inch IFE screen.

The airline’s new seats have been developed by its subsidiary, TCI Aircraft Interiors, to create a bespoke product unique to the airline and features elements with plush leathers and fabrics all sourced from Türkiye to emphasize flag carrier’s roots.

 On the new Business class offerings of the company, Turkish Airlines Chairman of The Board and Executive Committee Prof. Ahmet Bolat stated: “Our new Crystal Business Class suite will add a new chapter for our long-haul luxury travel and will carry the airline into the future with a new level of comfort and privacy across our extensive global network. The specially created design will complement our award-winning in-flight dining options for us to keep providing an unparalleled experience above the clouds for our guests.” 

The new seats, set to be featured on the carrier’s transcontinental flights, will be gradually installed on airline’s Airbus A350s on order, as well as planned to be retrofitted on its fleet of Boeing 777 aircraft.

 Turkish Airlines has a two-story 300m² chalet area at the Farnborough International Airshow from 22-26 July 2024. The chalet showcases a selection of Turkish Airlines’ in-flight products, as well as digital screens allowing guests to discover the flag carrier’s extensive global network.

Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, announced the launch of its latest offering, ‘Cleartrip for Work’ (CFW). This solution, specifically curated for business travelers, urban entrepreneurs, and startup founders, provides access to exclusive corporate flight fares and additional benefits.

How is Cleartrip for Work different? 

• Save up to 10% on travel expenditures through exclusive fares and GST input credit
• Avail complimentary in-flight meals, low/zero cancellation fees and free seat selection
• Earn Supercoins, an exclusive reward benefit available only to Flipkart, Cleartrip and Myntra users on every transaction and use them to make your CFW booking further beneficial
• For the first time in the industry, compare all fare types in one place for easy decision-making

CFW stands out for its hassle-free, one-click onboarding process and ease of use. Users can sign up using their mobile number and access its features directly from the  Cleartrip home page, making it incredibly convenient, especially for frequent fliers.

Speaking on the occasion Anuj Rathi, Chief Business and Growth Officer stated, “Of the 30mn+ micro-entrepreneurs in India, most travel often and need flexible travel benefits including cancellation, seat selection and meals at affordable prices. With CFW, Cleartrip has brought all the flexibility along with special airline fares, combining it with Supercoins to make it the most flexible and affordable destination for business travellers. We will continue to invest in CFW and are committed to introducing innovative and value-based offerings to our customers.”

 CFW allows users to make multiple bookings with the same login, offering flexibility and convenience for frequent travelers. It is available on Cleartrip’s Android and iOS app and on the mobile web. The desktop version will be launched soon.

Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), a constituent institute of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Bengaluru, hosted CODE-AI, powered by CGI and in collaboration with Linnaeus University, Sweden, and SUPSI (University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland) on the 3^rd and 4^th of July at their campus in Bengaluru.

To set the event in motion, on 3^rd of July, post a rousing invocation by Ms. Bhavana (Research Scholar) MIT and welcome speech by Dr. Dayananda P (General Chair) HOD – IT, MIT -B’LRU the lamp was lit by the present dignitaries, signalling the start of the event.

Dr. Gururaj H L (Program Chair) Associate Professor, IT, MIT B’LRU made some insightful opening remarks about the conference, following which chief guest Ashok Chaturvedula, Senior Vice-President, Financial Services, Asia Pacific Global Delivery Centers of Excellence, CGI was introduced by Dr. Gopalkrishnan T (Program Chair), Associate Professor, IT, MIT B’LRU. Dr Yashaswini, Assistant Professor, IT was the master of the ceremony.

Director, MITB & General Chair, CODE-AI 2024, Dr. Jagannath Karody provided thoughts and remarks on the conference. He said “We are inaugurating a very interesting conference. A B.Tech. in Data Science and AI is a new and much needed combination in India and the event will provide insights to students from both fields, by bringing in required experts. I congratulate the faculty and CGI for coming together and making this a successful event for our students.”

Addressing the attendees, Ashok Chaturvedula said “As Artificial Intelligence continues to advance and rapidly transform the way we live and work, the collaboration between industry and academia is crucial to address the war for talent in the coming years. As industry leaders, it is our responsibility to collaborate with academic institutions to nurture the next generation that is not only skilled in AI but also prepared to embrace innovation. CGI is pleased to be affiliated with Manipal Academy of Higher Education – MIT, and this conference further highlights our commitment to leading the next wave of change by example”.

 After the conference remarks by the chief guest, the audience was addressed by Dr. Prema K V (Associate Director & General Chair) and the Guests of Honour, Dr. Francesco Flammini (Professor, SUSPI, Switzerland) and Dr. Sandip Chakraborty (Associate Professor, IIT Kharagpur) were introduced.

Speaking about the event, Dr. Francesco Flammini said “The primary goal of this event is to showcase global talent and shine a spotlight on innovative minds. Leveraging AI is crucial in tackling the myriad societal challenges we face today, and this conference aims to inspire individuals to thoughtfully integrate AI into their solutions. This platform offers an exceptional opportunity to network with experts across various disciplines and collaborate on groundbreaking solutions.”

 An enlightening panel discussion was held on the topic “Being Future Ready in Gen AI World” with panellists Deepa Jayanna (Director Consulting Delivery, CGI), Dr. Francesco Flammini (Professor, SUSPI, Switzerland), Raghav Kumar P (Vice President Consulting, Energy and Utilities APAC Solutions), Badri Ramakrishnan (AI Explorer, Technology Leader Lulumelon India) and moderated by Harikrishnan KS (Vice-President and Director Consulting and Sub BU lead Manufacturing, CGI). Various elements of AI and data science were covered, and panellists explored the possibility of students and trainees being prepared to work with AI to their best capabilities in the future.

Dr. Madhu Veeraraghavan (Pro Vice Chancellor, MAHE BLR) also graced the event with his presence.

Dr. Shreyas J (Program Chair), Assistant Professor, IT, MIT B’LRU delivered the vote of thanks to conclude the conference.

Visa, the global leader in digital payments, has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work (GPTW) certification in India, a significant milestone for the company’s commitment to fostering a world-class workplace culture. The certification, (valid till June 2025), makes India and Singapore the first Asian markets to achieve this distinction.

With a workforce exceeding 3,500 employees in India, Visa has secured an impressive place in their very first year of certification, highlighting the company’s commitment to building a vibrant environment where employees feel valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their best.               

Sandeep Ghosh, Group Country Manager, Visa India and South Asia, said, “Our Great Place to Work certification is a testament to Visa’s values and signifies our unwavering commitment to creating a workplace where everyone, everywhere thrives. This is a collective accomplishment and we’re dedicated to continuously fostering an environment that fuels innovation, exceptional customer service, and professional growth for all”.

Visa has continuously invested in people-centric initiatives promoting inclusion, diversity, learning, operational excellence, and employee wellbeing. This consistent focus on its most valuable asset – its people – is a key driver behind the company’s success in achieving the Great Place to Work certification. This recognition serves as a springboard for Visa’s continued growth in India with the workplace culture motivating the company to scale new heights, drive innovation, and deliver exceptional results.

Tata Motors, India’s leading automotive manufacturer and also India’s leading SUV manufacturer, proudly celebrates an historic milestone with over 2 million SUVs on Indian roads. The wide SUV portfolio, which includes the Safari, Harrier, Nexon, Punch, along with the iconic nameplates of the yesteryears – the Sierra and the Safari, have been instrumental in achieving this milestone. Each of these robust SUVs have been segment defining and together embody Tata Motors’ dedication to providing best-in-class safety, cutting-edge design, and advanced technologies, in line with customer expectations, making them the true ‘King of SUVs’.

From launching the first SUV in India – The Tata Sierra in 1991, to showcasing India’s first ever compact SUV concept – the Nexon at the 2014 Auto Expo, to introducing an all new category of a sub-compact SUV with the Punch, while also having the largest portfolio of 5 star rated B-NCAP and G-NCAP SUVs – Tata Motors with its forever pioneering spirit has defined the SUV category in the country.

Commenting on this special occasion, Mr. Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., “Our ability to understand the SUV segment and provide the right product for every customer need, helps us immensely to maintain consistency and dominant leadership in the segment. Supported by our multi powertrain strategy, our approach is to provide Indian consumers with world class SUVs that are robust, safe and technologically advanced. The achievement of the 2 million SUV sales mark is a testament to this approach and sets the pace for the future growth of the SUV category.”

Celebrating this achievement, we are excited to extend this joy to our customers with the King of SUVs festival. We have revised the starting prices of our flagship SUVs, the Harrier (₹14.99 lakhs) and the Safari (₹15.49) and have extended benefits up to ₹ 1.4 Lakhs on popular SUV variants. With regards to electric vehicles, never before seen benefits on the Nexon.ev (up to 1.3 Lakhs), have made it the most accessible it has ever been. Complementing the same, the Punch.ev too is being offering with a benefit of up to ₹30,000. Furthermore, the 7 in 7 celebration of the 7 Lakh Nexons on road continues on popular demand.”

Every love story is unique, weaving its own tale of emotions and memories. Whether your love is rooted in authenticity, defined by unwavering support, celebrated in imperfections, or thrives on adventure, there’s a special pair of platinum love bands designed to reflect and celebrate your bond.

And what better way to celebrate a unique love story than with the metal of love? Cast in 95% pure and rare platinum, Platinum Love Bands are the ultimate symbol of love. embodying modern values such as respecting individuality, sharing responsibilities equally, transcending traditional roles and transcending traditional roles. Known as the ‘metal of love’ platinum resonates with the new-age values that define younger generation’s interpretation of love and togetherness.

This season, platinum love bands are capturing hearts and setting trends. Renowned for their enduring beauty and unmatched durability, they offer couples seeking timeless elegance and contemporary style. Choosing platinum love bands means embracing a blend of tradition and modernity, ensuring your symbol of love remains exquisite for a lifetime.

Speaking on the latest trends when it comes to engagement rings set in platinum, Pallavi Sharma, Business Director, Platinum Guild International (PGI)- India said,“Influenced by global trends, Platinum Love Bands have become popular in engagement rings. Key trends include the ‘Modern Vintage’ aesthetic, blending traditional and contemporary designs, ‘Three Stone’ or ‘Trinity’ rings symbolizing enduring love, and the celebrity-favored ‘Toi Et Moi’ style, pairing two gems for intimate connections. Couples are also choosing gemstones beyond diamonds, exploring various cuts, colors, and bespoke designs. This includes colored gemstones like sapphires, tourmalines, and emeralds, fancy cuts such as ovals and Asschers, unique elements like enamel and colored rhodium accents, and personalized touches like vintage details and engravings.”

LOVE STORY #1: PLATINUM LOVE BANDS FOR THE COUPLE WHOSE LOVE IS IMPERFECTLY PERFECT

Asymmetrically designed Platinum Love Bandscelebrate the beauty in imperfections, reminding couples to love and accept each other even on those not-so-perfect days.

LOVE STORY #2: PLATINUM LOVE BANDS FOR THE COUPLE WHOSE LOVE IS ANCHORED IN STRENGTH

Featuring a radiant central motifwith a sparkling centre, these platinum love bands symbolize how love illuminates the world, echoing the unwavering power of love.

 LOVE STORY #3: PLATINUM LOVE BANDS FOR THE COUPLE WHOSE LOVE THRIVES ON AUTHENTICITY

Blending ageless Greek motifs with contemporary design, these platinum love bands include a studded centre that symbolizes the truth at the heart of love.

 Whether you prefer classic, intricate, or contemporary designs, Platinum Love Bands by PGI India provide endless options to express your unique love story. Available across leading jewellery retail stores in India, these bands ensure your commitment shines with the timeless elegance of platinum.

Cosmo Films, a global leader in specialty films for packaging, lamination, and labelling applications, concluded their participation in DRUPA 2024 with great success. Cosmo Films’ stall stood out as the center of attraction that drew visitors and industry professionals to experience the new innovations offered by the brand.

This year, DRUPA witnessed over 1,600 exhibitors from 52 nations and 170,000 trade visitors. Differentiation and USP played an important role here in garnering audience interest. Cosmo Films captivated the audience, especially environmentally conscious businesses, garnering interest for the company’s eco-friendly and recyclable offerings like Cosmo Synthetic Paper and Thermal Lamination Films.

“Our success at DRUPA shows the value we bring to the industry, as the response and interest we received from DRUPA exceeded our expectations,” said Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First. “This year, we witnessed more participation from the packaging industry across countries. This led to an outstanding number of visitors showing interest in exploring our products and solutions. Overall, it was a great platform to showcase our innovative new products and engage with industry leaders.”

Representatives and experts from Cosmo Films provided in-depth insights to visitors and also demonstrated the durability and versatility of the new products. This led to visitors gaining a comprehensive understanding of Cosmo Films’ businesses and the benefits of these products for scaling their businesses and catering to evolving customer demands. Also, with global warming being a hot topic, visitors like architects, interior designers, and automobile enthusiasts showed equal interest in knowing about Cosmo Sunshield films, its properties and utility.

DRUPA 2024 further solidified Cosmo Films’ position as a global pioneer and leader in the specialty films industry. With a key focus on innovation and sustainability, visitors had a positive experience with Cosmo Films, strengthening the brand’s reputation as a trusted business partner globally.

In a vibrant celebration of International Yoga Day, IIM Ranchi brought its students together to emphasize the importance of health, wellness, and harmony through the practice of yoga. Today, the institute’s students, faculty, and staff gathered to participate in various yoga sessions, demonstrating a unified commitment to a healthier lifestyle and mental well-being.

These yoga practices on campus were designed to cater to all levels of experience, ensuring that both beginners and seasoned practitioners could benefit from yoga’s physical and mental rejuvenation.

In the morning, instructors highlighted the profound benefits of yoga in reducing stress, enhancing concentration, and fostering a sense of inner peace. Participants had the opportunity to explore different styles of yoga, including Adho Mukha Shvanasana, Parivritta Trikonasana, and even Pranayama, to provide a holistic experience.

The celebration at IIM Ranchi focused on the physical aspects of yoga and delved into its philosophical roots, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and balance in everyday life. The event culminated in a communal meditation session, reinforcing the spirit of unity and collective well-being among the participants.

By hosting this event, IIM Ranchi reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a balanced lifestyle and a supportive community environment. The crowd’s overwhelming participation and positive feedback underscored the celebration’s success, highlighting the growing awareness and appreciation for the ancient yoga practice.

IIM Ranchi’s celebration of International Yoga Day is a testament to the institute’s dedication to fostering holistic development and well-being within its community.

This World Music Day, Artium Academy, India’s foremost music education platform, introduces Juju Baby Music, a cutting-edge music label poised to revolutionize the indie music landscape. Founded by visionary entrepreneurs Vivek Raicha and Ashish Joshi, alongside renowned composer and producer Gourov Dasgupta, Juju Baby Music aims to redefine music IP, nurture emerging talent, and leverage artificial intelligence.

The debut of Juju Baby Music is marked by the launch of “Future Wave,” an album that promises to redefine indie music. It blends distinctive melodies with futuristic synth pop and synth wave arrangements, featuring collaborations with India’s music icons like Shaan, Javed Ali, Akhil Sachdeva, Jyotica Tangri, Divya Kumar, and emerging talents such as Aishwarya Anand from Artium Academy. Each track is accompanied by visually stunning AI-driven music videos, transporting artists into space-age cyberpunk settings for an immersive visual experience.

The “Future Wave” album Season 1 lineup includes:

• June 21: “Naina Ro Pade” (Artist: Javed Ali)
• June 25: “Dil Rove” (Artist: Akhil Sachdeva Ft. Aishwarya Anand)
• June 30: “Undercover” (Artist: Jyotica Tangri)
• July 5: “Dard Ke Siva” (Artist: Divya Kumar)
• July 10: “Choti Choti Mulakatein” (Artist: Shaan)

Vivek Raicha, Co-Founder and CEO of Artium Originals, commented, “Our vision at Artium Originals is to empower the future of music through strategic financing, equitable artists partnerships and new distribution technologies starting with Juju Baby Music, a pioneering venture in collaboration with the extremely gifted and accomplished music composer/producer Gourov Dasgupta. With Juju Baby Music we’re ushering in a new era in Indie music by integrating real music with groundbreaking AI-driven videos, offering an unmatched sensory journey.

Juju Baby Music plans to release monthly genre-specific albums, featuring weekly song releases culminating in EPs. Following “Future Wave,” upcoming albums will explore genres like Indie Cafe and Folk Music, blending mainstream stars with fresh Artium Academy talent. Each song will debut with integrated videos on YouTube and audio releases on platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and JioSaavn, Wynk and others.

Renowned Music Composer/Producer and Director Juju Baby Music Gourov Dasgupta added, ” Collaborating with Artium, the hot bed of new talent and particularly with Vivek and Ashish to launch Juju Baby Music has been an exhilarating journey. We take pride in pioneering cutting-edge soundscapes that showcase India’s top artists in collaboration with new talent emerging from remote corners of the country. Our platform challenges the misconception that AI diminishes artistic expression; instead, it empowers artists by integrating groundbreaking technological advancements. These cyberpunk-inspired visuals redefine music videos, diverging from conventional narratives to offer viewers a uniquely immersive experience.

Ashish Joshi, Founder and CEO of Artium Academy, emphasized, “Juju Baby Music embodies our ethos of nurturing talent from inception. Our aim is to cultivate a dynamic environment where emerging talents seamlessly collaborate with established icons, nurturing their progression from budding artists to global stars. It upholds the institution’s commitment to not just offer excellence in music education but also provide a unique pathway from classroom to stage for independent creators, encompassing music creation, rights management, digital monetization, and branding partnershipsTop of Form

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Juju Baby Music is set to not only push boundaries in sound but also transform music distribution with its innovative approach. By leveraging AI for creative expression, the label stands at the forefront of blending technology with artistry, promising a future where music is both heard and seen in groundbreaking ways.

The first ever Juju Baby Music song features Indian Music Icon – JAVED ALI who has teamed up to bring you an unforgettable musical experience. Listen to his debut track on JujubabyMusic – “Naina Ro Pade”!

The track is the first release from Futurewave – EP with videos created using the cutting-edge Unreal AI.

CrowdStrike today announced a strategic partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to secure end-to-end AI innovation, including large language models (LLMs), accelerated by NVIDIA.

With the integration of the CrowdStrike Falcon® cybersecurity platform and HPE GreenLake cloud and OpsRamp AIOps, organizations can seamlessly unify IT operations and cybersecurity in a single, unified process to securely accelerate AI innovation. The combination of rich asset information from the Falcon platform and OpsRamp’s AI-driven observability provides a unified service map view of attack surface security across their entire infrastructure and applications. Organizations can rapidly uncover and eliminate gaps in security protection in the accelerated AI pipeline, enforcing resilience and integrity of AI innovations.

OpsRamp delivers a unified operational view of applications and infrastructure with full-stack observability. It also enables comprehensive operations and automation for NVIDIA accelerated computing and AI workloads from a single, unified console. OpsRamp’s operations copilot dramatically increases the efficiency of operations teams with a generative AI-powered conversational assistant for rapid detection and remediation of issues. Additional integrations into the HPE Greenlake cloud will allow CrowdStrike to protect AI workloads and LLMs, accelerated by NVIDIA AI Computing by HPE, a co-developed portfolio of AI solutions and joint go-to-market integrations that enable enterprises to accelerate adoption of generative AI, from edge to datacenter to cloud. Among the portfolio’s key offerings announced this week at HPE Discover is HPE Private Cloud AI, a first-of-its-kind solution that provides the deepest integration to date of NVIDIA AI computing, networking and software with HPE’s AI storage, compute and the HPE GreenLake cloud.

“Security is crucial for AI applications and the data they access,” said Fidelma Russo, EVP/GM Hybrid Cloud and Chief Technology Officer at HPE. “Our strategic collaboration with CrowdStrike, combined with our OpsRamp observability, offers complete endpoint security to protect your AI applications running on HPE Private Cloud AI.”

“Security needs to parallel the slope of technology innovation. GenAI promises to transform business operations, and the best AI requires the best AI-powered security,” said George Kurtz, CEO and Founder of CrowdStrike. “Our partnership with HPE combines powerful enterprise computing with the industry’s premier security platform to accelerate secure end-to-end AI and ML adoption.”