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Customers can now walk directly into the IKEA Store from Nagasandra Metro Station

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IKEA Nagasandra inaugurates the new foot-over bridge, to enhance customer convenience and accessibility by connecting the store directly with the Nagasandra metro station
Bengaluru, 18th October 2023: — IKEA Nagasandra, today inaugurated a new foot-over bridge at the Nagasandra Metro entrance that directly connects to the store. The construction of the IKEA Nagasandra Bridge commenced in April 2023 and was completed in six months, with the bridge now being fully operational. The foot-over bridge will ensure safety and ease of use for all customers who will be visiting IKEA Nagasandra.
About one-third of visitors to IKEA Nagasandra commute by metro and the foot-over bridge will ease the commute between the Nagasandra Metro station and the IKEA store. It will facilitate easy access for shoppers and visitors, ensuring a comfortable shopping journey with IKEA. The bridge will also provide an easier transportation option during peak traffic hours and unsuitable weather conditions.
Ms. Anje Heim, Market Manager of IKEA Nagasandra, speaking at the launch, said, “The foot over bridge is a significant addition to IKEA Nagasandra, enhancing accessibility, safety and convenience for the customers and our coworkers. This bridge will encourage more customers to travel by metro and enjoy a more convenient route to the store, avoiding the previously longer commute. IKEA remains invested in initiatives that add to our vision of creating a better everyday life for the many people.

To commemorate the milestone, IKEA India hosted a special event that saw the presence of Mr. Shankar, Executive Director, Operations and Maintenance, BMRCL, and Ms. Anje Heim, Market Manager, IKEA Nagasandra.
Shri A.S. Shankar, Executive Director, Operations and Maintenance, BMRCL said, ” In line with Namma Metro’s commitment to provide good transportation, accessibility, and enhance citizens’ lives in Bengaluru, we are proud to announce the opening of a direct connecting bridge from Nagasandra metro station to IKEA Nagasandra store. This connecting bridge has been constructed by IKEA for the convenience of the public. It marks the second directly connecting bridge from a metro station to a retail space on the Namma metro network.”
With the new and ongoing metro routes, visitors from Whitefield and South of Bangalore can have easier access to IKEA Nagasandra directly from the metro station.

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Infinity Learn’s Monumental Leap into Al- Powered Education

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“Launches VISTA – The Vertical Al for Education”

Bangalore, India: Oct 12, 2023- Taking a pioneering step in the realm of education built on new age tech platform, Infinity Learn by Sri Chaitanya, fresh off its announcement of joining the 100cr club and achieving profitability, proudly unveils its magnum opus: IL VISTA: Virtual Intelligent System for Tailored Academics. This landmark initiative is underpinned by an impressive investment of close to a million dollars, with an anticipated commitment of an additional 4-5 million dollars set aside for its upcoming phases.

IL VISTA is a ground-breaking tech initiative in the world of education. The Virtual Intelligent System for Tailored Academics, aims at leveraging the full potential of Al, to resolve the challenges faced by educators and learners alike. The vision is brought to life for the users through unified mobile and web applications in the form of various tools, ensuring that cutting-edge technology is always at their fingertips.

Our Unique and innovative approach to conversational Al-enabled scaffolding is the core of VISTA’s commitment to a personalized approach towards learning. Traditionally, a teacher caters to learners guiding them with hints to develop the right approach until they are independent to resolve the questions on their own. In VISTA’s world, scaffolding is taken up by Doubts Al, a new-age ally of educators with traditional values. It will comprehend and steer the student’s learning, guiding them step-by-step, in a way that they grasp the concept and not just the answer.

However, the learning curve of a learner is incomplete without assessments- a “process of gathering data to better understand the strengths and weaknesses of student’s learning. IL VISTA’s Assessment for Learning seeks to transform the inputs and feedback that educators provide to learners during evaluation. This will primarily empower educators, if every student’s learning is assessed not by weary human eyes, but through efficient and unbiased AI.

The current trend in edtech shows that learners in today’s time and age watch videos to learn the concepts. The Check for Understanding (CFU) amplifies student’s learning from the videos. The tool enables guided learning through a series of checkpoints in the videos, where a question pops up to improve a student’s focus and check their understanding.

Recognizing the pivotal role of educators, VISTA’s Teacher Assistant is tailored to be every educator’s digital confidant. The aim is to ‘Empowering Educators for Tomorrow’, from conceptualizing lesson plans to pinpointing resources and gleaning pedagogical insights, this tool ensures educators are armed with the finest digital arsenal, recalibrating their teaching strategies for a new era.

“Ever since I began my educational journey, my goal has always been to uplift and provide the best learning experiences. It’s truly amazing to see our dreams come to life, where technology is like a friendly guide, making teaching easier for educators and learning more fun for students. As I think about what’s next, I’m filled with so much excitement. I imagine an future where countless teachers feel supported and countless students benefit from oura latest offering, VISTA by Infinity Learn. This launch is our big step into creating that brighter,a more inclusive world of learning for everyone..” Said Ms Sushma Bopanna, Academic Director of Sri Chaitanya Educational Institutions and Founder Director/infinity Learn by Sri Chaitanya.

Ujjwal Singh, the Founding CEO of Infinity Learn by Sri Chaitanya, further elaborated, “Beneath the surface of IL VISTA lies a powerful Al engine, diligently analysing every interaction, every query, and every feedback from learners and educators. This isn’t just about streamlining the learning process but elevating the entire educational ecosystem. While our journey with Al in education has only just begun, the initial pilot of VISTA has shown immense promise. As we continue to innovate and refine our approach, I am confident we’re on the cusp of delivering a mature product that will redefine the educational landscape. The early results have already sparked excitement and anticipation, and I’m eagerly looking forward to the leaps we’ll make in the coming days.”.”

The Road Ahead – As Infinity Learn embarks on this monumental journey with IL VISTA
vertical Al for Education, it signals the commencement of a new chapter and the dawning of
an era where education and technology converge to create unparalleled learning vistas.

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Vibrant Spirit of Navratri with BIBA- Turn the night twirl in style

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Navratri is that special time of the year when we dive into a world of colors, traditions, and sheer celebration. And guess what? BIBA has curated a fabulous Navratri collection to make this festival even more amazing!

With its new Navratri collection, BIBA invites you to celebrate these 9-day extravaganzas of joy and togetherness in elegance. From Pooja to the Garba night, BIBA has everything you need.

 

So, celebrate this Navratri and take your wardrobe to a whole new level of beauty and style because #BIBATOHBANTAHAI

 

Printed Garara set

Wear this matching suit set with your little princess this Navratri. Look bright and colorful dressed in a floral printed kurta garara set with dupatta. This matching suit set will surely make you stand out in the crowd.
Mom set Price – Rs.5995
BIBA girl set price – Rs.4299

 

Palazzo suit set

Step into with the traditional charm of BIBA’s Cotton Anarkali Kurta Palazzo Suit Set, graceful design that flows elegantly, and offers comfort and mobility for all the Garba moves.
Price – Rs.5995

Boho Anarkali Kurta Salwar Suit Set

Shop this beautiful traditional suit to embrace the spirit of Navratri, a perfect option for simple Navratri celebrations. This kurta ensures to make your Navratri experience very comfortable yet stylish.

Price – Rs.5995

Wrap saree

This Durga Puja, dress your kids in grace with BIBA’s Saree for girls. With vibrant prints and a comfortable design, Let your little ones celebrate in fashion and style.
Price – Rs.4599

Printed Suit Set
Pamper your girl in the regal charm of this gathered printed suit set, adorned with captivating multicolored ethnic handblocked prints. She’ll feel like an absolute princess in this ensemble.
Price – 4299

Gold Brass Earrings

Embrace the spirit of tradition, fashion, and togetherness during Navratri with BIBA’s festive collection of exquisite white brass earrings. Elevate your look from Pooja to the Garba night, adding a touch of contemporary elegance to the rich cultural heritage of these nine days of non-stop celebrations.
Style tip: Style these stunning earrings with your favorite chanya choli and dance all night away.
Price: 1299

Rani Pink Brass Earrings –

Navratri is a celebration of tradition, fashion, and togetherness. Also, a great excuse to go shopping! BIBA’s festive collection brings you beautiful Indian accessories.

Style tip: Style these stunning earrings with your favorite saree and dance the night away.

Price – Rs.999

Spelle Intoxique Eau De Parfum

Mixing vivacious notes of Orange with the base note of Ambergris, Intoxique is a life force played on loop. At the heart of this fragrance is Lavender, shining out in the crowd, turning heads your way.
Price- Rs.1299

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Brain dead patient gives new lease of life to several patients

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SPARSH Hospital, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, conducted successful harvest of multiple organs which were donated

 

Bangalore, Oct 11, 2023:  In yet another gesture of helping humanity, a 35-year-old -brain dead patient, Rangaswami (named changed) at SPARSH Hospital Rajarajeshwari Nagar gave a new lease of life to several people after his family consented to donate his organs to those in desperate need. The attenders of the patient agreed for donation of Liver, two kidneys, Lungs, Heart, skin, and corneas. While the liver was donated to a needy patient registered at SPARSH Rajarajeshwari Nagar, kidneys were allotted to N U Hospital, Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain hospital, Heart to Aster CMI, Skin to Victoria Hospital and Corneas to Narayana Nethralaya by Jeevasarthakathe.

 

The patient, a painter, who was riding a two-wheeler had a self-fall on October 6, around 10.30 pm, near Jambu Savari Dinne and had a severe head injury. He was shifted to the nearest hospital for medical care and later was shifted to SPARSH Hospital Rajarajeshwari Nagar for further higher-level management on October 7. Unfortunately, he was declared brain dead on October 9 evening and eventually his family decided that it would be appropriate to utilize the organs to save the lives of many people.

 

Mr Joseph Pasangha, Group Chief Operating Officer, SPARSH Hospital, said: “We commend the family for their exceptional gesture of kindness. The process of harvesting and later transplanting the organ is a remarkable bridge between the grief of one family and the hope of another. Their decision to donate organs amid their own loss demonstrates their selfless spirit. This gives us lot of hope to treat those facing critical health challenges”

The patient leaves behind his wife and eight-year-old child.

 

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Bollywood star Sonakshi Sinha inaugurates revamped Kalyan Jewellers’ showroom at 100 Feet Road in Koramangala, Bengaluru

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To offer luxurious shopping experience to patrons in world-class ambience
Announces mega discount offers celebrating the launch

Bengaluru, 7th October 2023: Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted and leading jewellery companies, today launched its redesigned showroom at 100 Feet Road in Koramangala. Bollywood star Sonakshi Sinha inaugurated the showroom, which features an extensive range of designs from various collections of Kalyan Jewellers. Patrons can expect state-of-the-art facilities with world-class ambiance, providing an unparalleled experience.

On this occasion, Bollywood star Sonakshi Sinha said, “I am delighted to be a part of these grand celebrations; this magnificent showroom is a testament to the brand’s unwavering commitment to delivering an unparalleled shopping experience to the people of this. It gives me immense pride to represent Kalyan Jewellers – a brand stands for trust, transparency, and customer satisfaction. I am confident that patrons will enjoy the revamped shopping experience.”

Talking about the new showroom, Mr. Ramesh Kalyanaraman, Executive Director of Kalyan Jewellers, said, “As a company, we have achieved huge milestones and taken major strides towards creating a holistic ecosystem to enhance the customer shopping experience. At Kalyan Jewellers, we are constantly working towards improving and providing best-in-class and curated experience to customers. Staying true to the company’s core values of trust and transparency, we would like to extend gratitude to our patrons for their support and love over the years.”

Celebrating the launch, Kalyan Jewellers announced a special Diwali offer – with a minimum purchase of Rs. 1 lakh, customers will receive a complimentary 1gm gold coin for every Rs. 50,000 spent.

The jewellery retailed at Kalyan Jewellers is all BIS hallmarked and goes through multiple purity tests. Patrons will also receive Kalyan Jewellers’ 4-Level Assurance Certificate, which guarantees purity, free lifetime maintenance of ornaments, detailed product information, and transparent exchange and buy-back policies. The certification is part of the brand’s commitment to offering the very best to its loyalists.

Kalyan Jewellers’ all-new showroom offers Muhurat – the bridal jewellery line curated from across India. It also feature exclusive sections featuring Kalyan’s popular house brands such as Tejasvi (Polki jewellery), Mudhra (Handcrafted Antique Jewellery), Nimah (Temple Jewellery), Glo (Dancing Diamonds), Ziah (Solitaire-like Diamond Jewellery), Anokhi (Uncut Diamonds), Apoorva (Diamonds for Special Occasions), Antara (Wedding Diamonds), Hera (Daily Wear Diamonds), Rang (Precious Stones Jewellery), and the recently launched Lila (Coloured Stones and Diamond Jewellery).

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