Blue Dart ranked amongst the ‘Top 50 of India’s Best Companies to Work For – 2020’

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  • Won the elite ‘Laureate Medal’ for being in the top 100 best organizations to have been featured in ‘India’s Best Companies to Work For’ list for 10 years or more. 

Bengaluru, 26th June 2020 : Blue Dart, India’s leading logistics services provider, as part of Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL), has been ranked amongst the Top 50 of India’s Best Companies to Work For – 2020 by the Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Institute and The Economic Times. In addition, Blue Dart has been awarded with the elite ‘Laureate Medal’ for being in the top 100 best organizations to have been featured in ‘India’s Best Companies to Work For’ list for 10 years. 

Commenting on being ranked amongst India’s Best Companies to Work For – 2020,Balfour Manuel, Managing Director, Blue Dart Express Limited said, “We are extremely honoured that Blue Dart has been recognised amongst the Top 50 of India’s Best Companies to Work For – 2020. We are even happier that our company has received the elite ‘Laureate Medal’ for featuring in the Top 100 Organizations recognised by Great Place to Work® for 10 years in a row. Blue Dart has always been an organisation that prioritizes its people. Our Blue Darters, the heart of our business, are the ones who make us market leaders with strong brand equity and market leadership. It is with their consistent prowess that we can call ourselves a Provider of Choice and an Investment of Choice to our customers. It is what makes us ensure that we remain an Employer of Choice for them. Through our ‘People First Philosophy’, we continue to invest in our people and create an enabling environment for their all-round development, which in turn drives and exceeds our customer and stakeholder expectations at all times. I am humbled to be part of this team.”

Rajendra Ghag, CHRO, Blue Dart Express Limited added, “We understand that the foundation of our business are our Blue Darters. ‘Highly engaged Blue Darters encourage Happy Customers’; this has been our motto from the very beginning. At Blue Dart, we understand that a good foundation for an organisation stems from strong brand values. We therefore instil, in our teams, our four values of Passion, Can Do, Right First Time and As One. We ensure our teams are taken care of through various HR initiatives, a few of which include, the Death Benevolent Fund (DBF) which aims to help resolve the financial crisis of the family rising due to the death of a team member as well as Upstairs, a program that aims to help children of team members by offering a scholarship program that provides them with Rs.1,00,000 per year along with a mentor.”

Since its inception in 1983, Blue Dart has been an organisation with a great workplace culture and strong talent retention. Most of the senior management team consists of home grown talent who have risen through the ranks. The organisation encourages growth and provides ample opportunity to skilled individuals ensuring they have a multitude of day one Blue Darters, including the current Managing Director, Balfour Manuel.

Recognized for their Best Practices such as the ‘Blue Way’ delivery program, an innovative initiative that allows every Blue Darter to participate in last mile delivery to ensure customer delight, Blue Dart paves the way as an organization that will always keep its people first and ensures dignity of labour. The Blue Way program sees the Senior Management Team, including the Managing Director, part-take in the delivery process. Blue Dart is South Asia’s undisputed express logistics leader that drives a culture of innovation, agility, excellence with a high focus on customer centricity.

Every year the Great Place to Work® study, which assesses the experience of over 12 million employees in more than 10,000 organisations across industries, recognises ‘India’s Best Companies to Work For’ based on their employee survey and people practices assessment. Bifurcating this further, Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Institute further recognizes 100 Best Organisations with an employee strength of over 500 which represent over 21 industry sectors.

GPTW primarily uses 3 dimensions to evaluate and identify the best cultures:

  • The first dimension measures the quality of employee experience through their globally validated survey instrument known as Trust IndexTM. The survey helps in seeking anonymous feedback from employees.
  • The second dimension is called the Culture AuditTM, a proprietary tool of the Institute that evaluates the people practices of an organisation, covering the entire employee life-cycle.
  • The third dimension is called Great Place To Work FOR ALLTM and ensures that everyone irrespective of their job role, tenure, age or gender at the Best Workplaces is having a consistently positive experience.

     

    As part of the study, organisations take the Great Place to Work® assessment for benchmarking, action planning and recognition. Great Place to Work® Institute’s methodology is recognized as rigorous and objective and is considered as the gold standard for defining great workplaces across business, academia and government organizations.

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realme unveils the best 4G flagship, realme X3 & X3 SuperZoom along with realme Buds Q and realme Adventurer Backpack

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● Both realme X3 & X3 SuperZoom are packed with 7nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, 64MP quad-camera, 4200mAh battery with 30W Dart charge, and 120Hz dual punch-hole display

● realme X3 SuperZoom has a 5X periscope telephoto lens that supports up to 60X hybrid zoom and is launched in two variants: 8GB+128GB at INR 27999 and 12GB+256GB at INR 32999.

● realme X3 comes with a 2X telephoto lens that achieves up to 20X hybrid zoom and is launched in two variants: 8GB+128GB priced at INR 25999 and 6GB + 128GB priced at INR 24999.

● realme Buds Q, which is priced at INR1999, offers 20 hour-long battery life, IPX4 Water resistance, 119ms Super Low Latency Gaming Mode and 10mm sound driver

● realme Adventurer Backpack comes with a classic woven strap with added features like flip buckle design, water resistance, 32L Large Capacity, and is priced at INR 1499.

New Delhi, June 25, 2020: The world’s fastest growing smartphone brand realme, today launched its latest 4G flagship smartphone series, realme X3 & X3 SuperZoom along with AIOT offerings – realme Buds Q and realme Adventurer Backpack. The launch of these products is in-line with the company’s vision to become a tech-trendsetter brand in the country in 2020.

Introducing the series, Mr. Madhav Sheth, Vice President, realme and Chief Executive Officer, realme India said, “In the year 2020, realme wants to deliver a trendy and smart-tech lifestyle to every Indian and for this, we are introducing our new product strategy “1+4+N” that translates into a savvy combination of “Smartphone + AIoT”. Our goal is to bring to you more and better AIoT products to enhance your lifestyle experiences. The idea is to help consumers manage and control all our AIOT products with just a swipe on your smartphone. Thus, to further strengthen our relationship with our customers, today, we have launched our best 4G flagship series, the realme X3 & X3 SuperZoom along with realme Buds Q and realme Adventurer Backpack.”

The realme X3 series is powered by a 7nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ mobile platform, which integrates an eight-core Kryo CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. Both these smartphones are inbuilt with a 6.6-inch 120Hz Ultra Smooth LCD Display with a 120Hz refresh rate that offers a seamless visual experience with every swipe of the screen. For photography enthusiasts, realme has developed a unique mode known as ‘The Starry Mode’, which utilizes a combination of AI algorithms, ultra-long exposure, and multi-frame synthesis to deliver a perfect starry photo of the stars. To further elevate the night photography experience, realme X3 series offers a Super Nightscape 4.0 with an improved Nightscape Pro mode. This feature is again based on an AI based algorithm that enables the device to intelligently switch between Super and Ultra Nightscape mode, helping you take breathtaking night pictures every single time. Both realme X3 and X3 SuperZoom will be launched in two colors – Glacier Blue and Arctic White and will be available on realme.com and Flipkart starting June 30th at 12:00 PM.

realme X3 SuperZoom is built with the latest flagship super zoom quad-camera set-up that comprises a 64MP main camera, 8MP 5x periscope telephoto lens, 8MP 119° ultra-wide-angle, and 2MP macro lens. The feature which is unique to realme X3 SuperZoom is its 5x periscope zoom lens. The lens is accompanied by an ultra-wide-angle lens and the primary camera, giving the device the focal length from 16 mm to 124 mm, equivalent to the smooth zoom from 0.5X to 60X hybrid zoom, making it easy

to take sharp and clear photos. realme X3 SuperZoom is launched in two variants 8GB+128GB at INR 27999 and 12GB+256GB at INR 32999.

Packed with a 12MP 2X optical zoom lens, realme X3 offers a camera set up that can achieve up to 20X hybrid zoom. This smartphone is launched in two variants 8GB+128GB at INR 25999 and 6GB+128GB at INR 24999.

To further build on its smart earphone category, realme has launched the trendiest first In-ear Truly Wireless – realme Buds Q, India’s best entry-level TWS. Inspired by a cobble, the realme Buds Q is designed by a renowned French artist, José Lévy. This innovative design, which comes with a full curved body makes the realme Buds Q perfect and comfortable. The Buds Q offers some high-end features such as 10mm dynamic bass boost driver, 119ms super-low latency gaming mode, 20-hour long battery life, IPX4 water resistance, and much more. Buds Q will be offered in 3 classic colors namely Quite Black, Quite White and Quite Yellow, and will be priced at INR 1999. They will be available from 1st July at 12:00 PM on realme.com and Amazon.

In its travel category, for the first time ever, realme is launching an ‘Adventurer Backpack’ that delivers trendsetting design and smart features. This multi-purpose backpack comes with a classic woven strap with a flip buckle design, thick pearl cotton straps, and a safety buckle. Built with 650D high-density British Oxford cotton, realme Adventurer Backpack is extremely lightweight and durable. Other features of this backpack include water resistance and 32L storage capacity. This realme Adventurer Backpack will be available on realme.com, Flipkart, and Amazon from 1st July at 12:00 PM and will be priced at INR 1499.

realme X3 series price and sales details: Variant

Colors

Price (INR)

First Sale

realme X3 SuperZoom

(8GB+128GB)

Glacier Blue and Arctic White

INR 27999

First sale at 12:00 PM, June 30th on realme.com and Flipkart

Soon to be available in offline stores

realme X3 SuperZoom (12GB+256GB)

INR 32999

realme X3

(8GB+128GB)

INR 25999

realme X3

(6GB+128GB)

INR 24999

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Godrej Appliances introduces new ingenious refrigerator ranges – Godrej EDGE RIO and Godrej EDGE NEO – and new age semi-automatic washing machine Godrej EDGE Ultima

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~ Newest additions to the brand portfolio – all three models perfectly combine style with functionality

~ The brand introduced models through a virtual event to trade, another first in the Indian Home Appliance industry

Godrej Appliances, a leading player in the Home Appliances with a rich legacy of 62 years, has always put forth products based on consumer insights, and the pillars of innovation and sustainability. Staying true to the brand philosophy ’Things made thoughtfully’, Godrej Appliances recently launched 3 new models – Godrej EDGE RIO Refrigerator, Godrej EDGE NEO Refrigerator and Godrej EDGE Ultima Semi-Automatic washing machine. These new models attest the brand’s unabated commitment toward enabling brighter living for its consumers, always.

The brand took the baton of innovation a step forward by opting for a virtual medium for the Pan India launch, engaging its entire trade network. This is yet another attempt at breaking the barriers by the brand in its series of trade partner engagement initiatives.

Godrej EDGE RIO and EDGE NEO

Godrej EDGE RIO and EDGE NEO are uniquely designed to cater to the underlying need for more storage for the discerning Indian consumers. With the lockdown and social distancing increasing the need to store more in the refrigerator and for longer durations, Godrej Appliances has launched ‘Godrej EDGE RIO’ and Godrej EDGE NEO, the tallest refrigerators in the 192 litres single door category, standing at 1192 mm, with maximum space utilisation. It offers the largest freezer in the category of 16.3 litres capacity, and the Largest Bottle Space of 13.5 litres – making it a perfect companion for the harsh summers. It also comes with a large vegetable tray of 16.4 litres which gives consumers enough space to store all their veggies and also keeps them Farm Fresh for longer.

The 5-star rating as per the 2020 energy rating norms coupled with advantages of the Advanced Inverter Technology, makes Godrej EDGE RIO and EDGE NEO refrigerators highly energy-efficient and power-saving. With the PUF thickness of 54mm, the refrigerator models provide best-in-class cooling retention, even during power cuts. 

The refrigerators are equipped with ‘Turbo Cooling Technology’ that ensures up to 20% Faster Ice Making and up to 20% Faster Bottle Cooling. Its ‘Hygiene+ Inverter Technology’ ensures no defrost water spillage, convenient cleaning and no germ and insect breeding. In line with Godrej’s commitment to environment and sustainability, the refrigerator uses the most eco – friendly refrigerant, R600a, with zero ozone depletion potential and thus helps in reducing its carbon footprint.

A Curved Door design, alluring transparent interiors and an array of attractive and fresh floral fascia/ pre-coats the refrigerators are a treat. Available in 192L capacity with 5-star, 4-star, 3-star and 2-star variants, the new Godrej EDGE RIO and EDGE NEO refrigerators are priced starting INR 14000.

The 190 – 195 litres capacity segment is 50% of the single door refrigerators which in turn forms ~77 % of the refrigerator industry.

Godrej EDGE Ultima – the new age Semi-Automatic

Godrej Edge Ultima ushers in the new-age high performing Semi-Automatic washing machines, with mesmerizing looks thanks to its borderless design. The 5 Star Rated washing machine optimizes electricity consumption and provides higher savings.

Redefining the concept of cleaning, the range of Godrej Edge Ultima semi-automatic washing machines are designed to deliver a thorough and better wash with the 460W Power Max Motor, making it easy to wash heavy laundry as well as everyday clothes, while its 1440 RPM Spin Motor ensures faster drying, making it a must-have for your homes, especially during monsoons. 

A superior wash experience is assured with many distinct useful features built into these machines.

·         Unique Active Soak feature to create turbulence in the drum during soak time, which helps in loosen tough stains.

·         Spin Shower program to rinse clothes with a rainfall mechanism for better detergent removal

·         Tri-Roto Scrub Pulsator that combines 3 ridges and 3 mini-pulsators to generate turbulence and scrubbing for a better wash every time.

·         In-built Cartridge Lint Filter that collects lint, fluff, and particles even at low water levels, so that clothes come out clean and fresh after every wash.

·         Soft-shut lid of Edge Ultima lifts and shuts gently to prevent any injury to the user.

·         Its 100% rust-proof polypropylene body ensures greater durability while the toughened glass lids provide enhanced strength.

The Edge Ultima keeps you worry-free with a 5-year warranty on wash motor, and a 2-year warranty on the entire washing machine.

Godrej Edge Ultima washing machines place convenience at the heart of its design philosophy, making them easy-to-use whilst also standing out from the competition.

Available in 3 colours of Crystal Red, Crystal Black and Crystal Blue in 8 kg and 8.5 kg variants, the washing machines are priced at Rs. 16,400 onwards.

Currently, the 8 – 8.5 kg washing machine variant contributes to 23% of the Semi-Automatic Washing Machine segment and this segment is growing at the rate of 11% for the industry.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Kamal Nandi – Business Head and Executive Vice President, Godrej Appliance said, “Godrej Appliances has always been known for providing high-quality home appliances. As Indian households fight the pandemic, home appliances can go a long way in reducing their burden and easing out their stress. Our newly introduced range of appliances – Godrej EDGE RIO, Godrej EDGE NEO and Godrej Edge Ultima, available in the high volume popular segments are meant to cater to consumers across the country. Placing convenience and efficiency at the heart of its human-centric design, these products are an embodiment of Godrej’s meticulous product quality and design, guided by ‘Soch Ke Banaya Hai’ philosophy at the highest level of craftsmanship. These are being manufactured at our state-of-the-art factories, yet another step towards supporting ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic placed restrictions on large scale gatherings, Godrej Appliances has been the first in the industry to swiftly adapt to launching new products in a virtual format. These zone wise segregated launches were designed to engage with 5000+ trade partners from the comfort of their home. For a more interactive approach, the virtual event had a live chat window wherein all the participants could share their views and received tremendous feedback from the trade network.

Mr. Sanjeev Jain, National Sales Head, Godrej Appliances, further added ‘’At the beginning of the lockdown, we took the herculean task of enabling our network of trade partners to reach customers digitally. We have been breaking barriers across all fronts – from product cataloging and showcasing, multiple cashless online payment facilities to initiation of video-assisted remote selling initiative. By exploring alternative ways to communicate and engage, we were able to offer fantastic opportunities to our trade partners. The launch of our new models – Godrej EDGE Rio, Godrej EDGE Neo and Godrej Edge Ultima – is in sync with our ongoing approach of breaking the barriers through innovation. We plan to launch new products across the year across different segments. These launches are a testament towards our commitment to a culture of strategic and innovative thinking across the organization which enables us to live up to our brand promise of ‘Soch Ke Banaya Hai’“

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ಷೇರು ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆ ಕುಸಿತ

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ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ಇಂದಿನ ವಹಿವಾಟಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆಗಳು ಅಲ್ಪ ಪ್ರಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೊನೆಗೊಂಡಿವೆ. ನಿಫ್ಟಿ ಶೇಕಡ 0.16 ಅಥವಾ 16.40 ಪಾಯಿಂಟ್‌ಗಳ ಕುಸಿತ ಕಂಡಿದ್ದು 10, 288.90 ಕ್ಕೆ ಮುಚ್ಚಿದ್ದರೆ, ಎಸ್ ಆ್ಯಂಡ್ ಪಿ ಬಿಎಸ್‌ಇ ಸೆನ್ಸೆಕ್ಸ್ ಶೇಕಡ 0.08 ಅಥವಾ 26.88 ಪಾಯಿಂಟ್‌ಗಳ ಇಳಿಕೆ ಕಂಡು 34 842.10 ಕ್ಕೆ ಮುಚ್ಚಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಏಂಜಲ್‌ ಬ್ರೋಕಿಂಗ್‌ ಲಿಮಿಟೆಡ್‌ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯ ಹೆಡ್‌ ಅಡ್ವೆಂಸರಿ ಆಮರ್‌ ದಿಯೋ ಸಿಂಗ್‌ ಹೇಳಿದರು

ಎಚ್‌ಎಎಲ್ ನಾಲ್ಕನೇ ತ್ರೈಮಾಸಿಕದಲ್ಲಿ ತನ್ನ ವರ್ಷದ ಲಾಭದಲ್ಲಿ  ಶೇಕಡ 0.9 ನಷ್ಟು ಹೆಚ್ಚಾಗಿದೆ. ಕಂಪನಿಯ ಆದಾಯವು ಶೇಕಡ 1.7 ರಷ್ಟು ಏರಿಕೆಯಾಗಿ ರೂ. 10,323. ಕಂಪನಿಯ ಷೇರುಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ  14.22 ರಷ್ಟು ಏರಿಕೆಯಾಗಿ ರೂ. 798.00. ನಾಲ್ಕನೇ ತ್ರೈಮಾಸಿಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ನಿವ್ವಳ ಲಾಭವನ್ನು 143.8 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂ. ಕಳೆದ ಹಣಕಾಸು ವರ್ಷದಲ್ಲಿ ಇದೇ ತ್ರೈಮಾಸಿಕದಲ್ಲಿ 1985.20 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂ. ಕಂಪನಿಯ ನಿವ್ವಳ ಬಡ್ಡಿ ಆದಾಯವು ಶೇಕಡ 3.6 ರಷ್ಟು ಏರಿಕೆಯಾದರೆ ಒಟ್ಟು ಎನ್‌ಪಿಎಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ  14.8 ರಷ್ಟಿದೆ. ಇದರ ಪರಿಣಾಮವಾಗಿ ಕಂಪನಿಯ ಷೇರುಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ 9.63 ರಷ್ಟು ಏರಿಕೆಯಾಗಿ ರೂ. 11.95.

ನಾಲ್ಕನೇ ತ್ರೈಮಾಸಿಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಪನಿಯು ತನ್ನ ನಿವ್ವಳ ಆದಾಯವನ್ನು ದ್ವಿಗುಣಗೊಳಿಸುವುದಾಗಿ ಘೋಷಿಸಿದ ನಂತರ ಕಂಪನಿಯ ಷೇರುಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ  1.64 ರಷ್ಟು ಏರಿಕೆಯಾಗಿ ರೂ .155.30 ಕ್ಕೆ ವಹಿವಾಟು ನಡೆಸಿದವು. ಕಂಪನಿಯ ಸಿಂಧೂ ಟವರ್ಸ್‌ನೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿಲೀನಗೊಳ್ಳುವ ಗಡುವನ್ನು ಆಗಸ್ಟ್ 31 ಕ್ಕೆ ವಿಸ್ತರಿಸಲಾಯಿತು. ಇದರ ಪರಿಣಾಮವಾಗಿ ಕಂಪನಿಯ ಷೇರುಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ 1.52 ರಷ್ಟು ಕುಸಿದು ರೂ. 229.50.

ರಿಲಯನ್ಸ್ ಇಂಡಸ್ಟ್ರೀಸ್ ಷೇರುಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ  0.51 ನಷ್ಟು ಇಳಿದು 52 ವಾರಗಳ ಗರಿಷ್ಠಕ್ಕಿಂತ ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಕಡಿಮೆ ರೂ .1719.00 ಕ್ಕೆ ವಹಿವಾಟು ನಡೆಸಿದವು. ಕಂಪನಿಯ ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆ ಬಂಡವಾಳೀಕರಣವು ಈಗ ದೇಶದ ಮೂರು ದೊಡ್ಡ ಖಾಸಗಿ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕುಗಳ ಒಟ್ಟು ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆ ಬಂಡವಾಳೀಕರಣಕ್ಕಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚಾಗಿದೆ. ಗೇಲ್‌ನ ಷೇರುಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ 1.68 ರಷ್ಟು ಏರಿಕೆಯಾಗಿ ರೂ. ಕಂಪನಿಯು ತನ್ನ ತ್ರೈಮಾಸಿಕ ನಾಲ್ಕು ನಿವ್ವಳ ಲಾಭಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಮಾರು ಶೇಕಡ  170 ನಷ್ಟು ಪ್ರಬಲ ಏರಿಕೆ ವರದಿ ಮಾಡಿದ ನಂತರ ಇಂದಿನ ವ್ಯಾಪಾರ ಅಧಿವೇಶನದಲ್ಲಿ 103.10 ರೂ.

ಕೆನರಾ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕಿನ ಷೇರುಗಳು ಶೇಕಡ 3.88 ನಷ್ಟು ಇಳಿದು ರೂ. ನಾಲ್ಕನೇ ತ್ರೈಮಾಸಿಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಪನಿಯು ದುರ್ಬಲ ಗಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವರದಿ ಮಾಡಿದ ನಂತರ 105.25 ರೂ. ಕಂಪನಿಯು ರೂ. ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 2020 ಕ್ಕೆ ಕೊನೆಗೊಂಡ ತ್ರೈಮಾಸಿಕದಲ್ಲಿ 3,259.30 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂ. ಭಾರತೀಯ ರೂಪಾಯಿ ವಹಿವಾಟು ಅಲ್ಪ ಪ್ರಮಾಣದಲ್ಲಿ ರೂ. ಇಂದಿನ ವ್ಯಾಪಾರ ಅಧಿವೇಶನದಲ್ಲಿ ಯುಎಸ್ ಡಾಲರ್ ವಿರುದ್ಧ 75.75 ರೂ. ಸುರಕ್ಷಿತ ಸ್ವರ್ಗ ಖರೀದಿಗೆ ಕಾರಣವಾದ ಕೋವಿಡ್-19 ಪ್ರಕರಣಗಳ ಸಂಖ್ಯೆಯ ಹೊರತಾಗಿಯೂ ಚಿನ್ನವು ಇಂದಿನ ವಹಿವಾಟಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಉಳಿದಿದೆ.

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VMSIIHE and Turismo de Portugal offers students from hospitality institutes an opportunity of a “two week online programme”

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  •  Five leading hospitality institutes based in Lisboa, Setubal, Coimbra, Algarve and Douro-Lamego have curated the online course. The course will be conducted in English and is free for students of hospitality. Prior registration is required
  • The course will cover a wide range of subjects ranging from gastronomy and wine pairing to demonstration of recipes unique to the region. Virtual tours of wineries, oyster farms and the neighborhoods of Lisbon and Coimbra are included in the course

25th June 2020 : As part of the existing knowledge exchange programme between India and Portugal, students from across hospitality institutes now have the opportunity to engage and participate in a 2 – week online programme initiated by V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) in collaboration with Turismo de Portugal (TBC). Five leading hospitality institutes based in Lisboa, Setubal, Coimbra, Algarve and Douro-Lamego have curated the online course.

Scheduled to be held from 29th June to 10th July, the courses will be held over two hours each day and will cover a wide range of subjects ranging from gastronomy and wine pairing to demonstration of recipes unique to the regions to sessions on understanding the nature of food ingredients from the Mediterranean regions more closely. Virtual tours of wineries, oyster farms and the neighborhoods of Lisbon and Coimbra are included in the course.

V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) had recently renewed and extended the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Turismo de Portugal during the visit of the Hon’ble President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa while on a state visit to India. The MOU was signed by Prof. Irfan Mirza, Director/Principal of VMSIIHE and Louis Araujo Head of Turismo de Portugal (TBC), in the presence of the Hon’ble President of Portugal Mr. Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Honourable Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, Smt. Dipti D. Salgaocar, Vice President Corporate Communication VMSalgaocar Corporation and Shri Ajit M. Gude, Director, VM Salgaocar Corporation at a ceremony held in February this year.

Held from Monday to Friday for two consecutive weeks, participants will have the opportunity to interact with professors from Portugal during demonstrations and classes.

The course will be conducted in English and is free for students of hospitality. Prior registration is required for which interested participants can reach out to V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE). In one of the sessions a professor from Coimbra will take students through the journey of grapes from the vineyard to the wine cellar and demonstrate some of the more popular cocktails in the region. The session on oyster breeding, opening techniques, conservation and a lesson on pairing oysters with wine being conducted by the Escola Setubal is another interesting one.

 Said Professor Irfan Mirza, Director/Principal, V.M Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education, “The lockdown has been hard on students. This opportunity which arises from our existing alliance between our institute and Turismo de Portugal will offer students of hospitality, a peek into the culinary intricacies and culture existing in regions in Portugal without having to travel to the country in these circumstances. We are opening the doors to students from other hospitality institutes who can avail of this opportunity without having to pay a fee.”

The existing MOU focuses on a shared vision, to encourage and develop the training and qualification of personnel working in the field of tourism, as well as to offer internship and placement opportunities to successful students. The two countries will continue to work together in the fields of research, trainings, teaching-learning methods and other aspects in the near future.

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