The feature will massively simplify the in-app experience for customers and help them unlock the full potential of Airtel’s exciting digital services
Bengaluru, July 14th , 2020: As part of its mission to simplify the customer journey through innovative digital interventions, Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”) today announced the launch of Kannada language support on Airtel Thanks app for prepaid customers. The feature is LIVE on Android and will be available on iOS shortly. With increasing smartphone penetration, particularly in smaller towns and villages, customers are looking for vernacular online experience. This new feature on Airtel Thanks app will drive more adoption as well as make the user experience simpler and highly interactive for Airtel customers by removing language barriers.
Airtel Thanks app allows Airtel smartphone customers to access Digital Self Care – make recharges, bill payments, checking real time data usage/balance details. Customers can also log service related issues through the app in a matter of few clicks. The app also offers access to digital payments and financial services along with preview of Airtel’s digital entertainment library.
Says Adarsh Nair, Chief Product Officer, Airtel: “At Airtel, we are obsessed with solving customer problems and making their experience better through digital technologies. As India transforms into a smartphone nation, close to 35% of Airtel Thanks app users now come from Tier 2/3 towns and rural markets. With deep vernacular support, Airtel Thanks app becomes even more relevant and accessible for these customers and enables them to unlock the full potential of Airtel’s exciting digital services.”
Airtel Thanks app has been fully designed and built by the in-house engineering team of Airtel.
Students of the CMR National Public School scored impressive marks in the CBSE examination with one student topping the school with an outstanding 99% centum in Mathematics, Chemistry and Computer Sciences.
Anmol S scored 100 in Mathematics, Chemistry and Computer Sciences while securing 99 marks in Physics and 96 in English. Other toppers in the Science category are Rohan Rajesh Kalbag (98%) and Metul Prabhu (96.4%).
In the Commerce stream, the toppers are Vishwa Sundaresan (95.2%), Unnamalai Subramanian (94.8%), and Aparna Ganesh (94.4%). Baishali Nandy (95.4%), Harshini KS (94%), and Gopika George (93.6%) are the toppers in the Humanities stream.
Commending the efforts of the students, Dr. Sabitha Ramamurthy, Principal, CMR NPS, said, “The performance of the students reflects the collective efforts of the school, our wards and their parents. The students have done well considering the prevailing situation. CMR NPS, as an institution of excellence not only promotes holistic education, but also gives special emphasis to life skills. We wish our students the very best in their future academic endeavours.”
The meritorious students can be contacted at the below mentioned phone numbers:
Students from Ekya School – ITPL, Bengaluru fetched laurels to the educational institution by performing well in the recently concluded CBSE examination.
The school’s topper is Meenakshi V H with 96.40% in PCMB and also the topper in Chemistry, Mathematics, and English. Other toppers are Diti Chetan Nagaonkar with 96% in PCMB and school topper in Biology.
Aditya Rajendra Kaushal with 93% in PCMC, Sanjukta Barman with 92.60% and school topper in Business Studies and Accountancy, Sanjay Basu with 91.60% in PCMC, Rohin Uday Joshi with 91.60% in PCMB and Sudheshna Gupta Ainapuram with 91.60% in EABM and school topper in Economics.
The students attributed the good performance in the examinations to the teaching and coaching at the school. Commending the performance of the students, Jyothi Menon, Head of School, Ekya School ITPL, said, “We are happy with the performance of our students under these extremely challenging times. Students at our award-winning campus receive exposure to progressive academic programme in a safe and encouraging environment coupled with diverse extracurricular opportunities. We wish our students the very best and hope to see them continue to perform well in academics.”
The pilot program is aimed at engaging, training and upskilling 1000 youth; under National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)
Bangalore, July 14, 2020: Amazon India has launched a skilling program under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), across its Fulfilment Centres in India. The company aims at training youth whose learning journey or placement was impacted due to Covid-19 pandemic. Apprentices will be identified through various sources including NSDC-accredited training centers (DDU-GKY Centers) and the NSDC Skilling Database. This program will enable Amazon India to contribute to the government’s commitment towards skilling and increasing employability of the apprentices.
During the 6-month program, the apprentices will be trained on Warehousing and Inventory Management skills for the roles of warehouse associates and process associates. The curriculum will consist of a mix of classroom sessions, on-the-job learning and assessments held at the fulfilment centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. All training sessions will be conducted with high standard of preventive health and safety measures including social distancing and regular sanitization.
The apprentices will receive a monthly-stipend in line with guidelines mandated under NAPS. At the end of the program, apprentices will be assessed by the Logistics Sector Skill Council and post the assessment they will receive a certification. After certification, the apprentices will be eligible to be considered for available seasonal and full time employment opportunities.
“At Amazon, our business is naturally aligned to government’s priorities of enabling skilling and job creation. For us skilling is not only meaningful but a sustainable and long-term approach. We are deeply invested in creating opportunities for the youth which will help them secure gainful and skilled employment in the future. We are excited to launch the pilot program with 1000 apprentices at our Fulfilment Centres and then scale further with time,” said Swati Rustagi, Director of Human Resources, Amazon India Operations.
“It is encouraging to see large job creators like Amazon furthering our vision to enhance employability of the youth. We are confident that this apprentice program will help create a skilled workforce which will greatly benefit our communities and the economy,” said Anita Srivastava, Joint Director, Ministry of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship.
Through various initiatives, Amazon has continued to offer skilling and training opportunities to the youth. In September 2019, the company had announced its partnership with Sol’s ARC, an NGO, to train and create employment opportunities for young adults with Autism & Intellectual Disabilities. As it continues to expand its fulfilment infrastructure, the company has consistently worked towards creating work opportunities for the youth and equipping them with technological and operational skills.
The revered panel included Bollywood actress, Soha Ali Khan, Pilates Expert and Diet & Nutrition Consultant, Madhuri Ruia, Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head – Dietetics, Max Healthcare – Delhi and Emily Fleischmann, VP – Global Marketing Development, Almond Board of California
INDIA, 14th July 2020: As people across the world, and India in particular adapt to the new definition of normal amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, Almond Board of California, today, hosted a virtual panel discussion featuring personalities from India and USA. The discussion, titled, ‘The importance of ensuring family health and nutrition amidst a pandemic’ focused on the current health situation in the country and highlighted preventive measures families can include within their daily diets and lifestyle.
Leading the discussion was Bollywood actress, Soha Ali Khan, Pilates Expert and Diet & Nutrition Consultant, Madhuri Ruia, Regional Head – Dietetics, Max Healthcare – Delhi, Ritika Samaddar and Emily Fleischmann, VP – Global Marketing Development, Almond Board of California. The panel was moderated by RJ Shezzi from Hyderabad.
Through the discussion, all panelists shared anecdotes from their personal lives and situations, prompting families across India to pay special attention to their lifestyle and dietary intake during the pandemic. Stressing on the importance of eating nutritious meals, exercising and inculcating conscious snacking habits, the panelist’s highlighted small changes that families in India can incorporate into their lifestyle to strengthen immunity, enhance safety and increase overall preparedness.
Speaking during the discussion, popular Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan said, “While the world continues to work tirelessly to find a cure for Covid-19, as a wife and mother, I feel it’s also my responsibility to undertake adequate preventive measures to ensure my family’s safety and good health. As we learn to adjust to this new sense of normal, the most important thing we can do is pledge to lead a healthier lifestyle inclusive of proper nutrition including immunity strengthening foods. A good way to begin is by adding a handful of almonds to your family’s diet. Almonds are a source of zinc, which plays an important role in growth, development, and the maintenance of immune function.”
Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head – Dietetics, Max Healthcare – Delhi said, “The current pandemic has highlighted more than ever, the need for proper nutrition amongst Indian families. Many Indians suffer from ailments such as blood pressure, cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes and obesity, each of which make one susceptible to Covid-19. Hence, it’s absolutely important for families to revisit their diet and healthcare habits, and adjust to this new normal. Whether you are suffering from one of the aforementioned ailments, or are at risk, be sure to include nuts like almonds, seasonal fruits, vegetables and probiotics that are nutrient rich and add to the body’s overall health.”
Pilates Expert and Diet & Nutrition ConsultantMadhuri Ruia said, “For any person’s well-being it’s important to consume a balanced diet, incorporate regular exercise, ensure adequate sleep and practice self-care. Each of these elements have become pertinent in the current context, when there is a cloud of uncertainty and feelings of fear. As individuals, I feel we should do our best to take care of our family and our well-being and the easiest way to do this by making relevant changes to our lifestyle. Start by adding at least 30 minutes of any exercise every day – a daily walk, squats, Zumba, or aerobics – but be careful to do it while following social distancing norms. Supplement your fitness routine, by practicing mindful snacking and opt for foods like roasted or salted almonds, which have satiating properties and may promote feelings of fullness. Besides being a healthy snack, almonds are a source of copper and folate, which are known to contribute to a normal function of the immune system.”
Emily Fleishman, VP – Global Marketing Development, Almond Board of California said, “As part of our ongoing efforts, and also during this pandemic, the Almond Board of California has been persistently working towards educating consumers on the importance of proper nutrition and the need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We have also invested in years of scientific research to understand almond health benefits across heart health, diabetes and weight management and skin health – which are all relevant to Indian consumers, especially now. Awareness around good food choices, and snacking habits is key to leading a healthy lifestyle, and for us, it’s important to make sure that families across India have access to this information.”
By making these small lifestyle changes, and consistently following them through, families across India can make a healthy difference to their lives, strengthen immunity and also take relevant precautions to keep themselves safe from the ongoing outbreak.
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