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Cleaning technology market to grow significantly over the next 5 years – Primex News Network

Innovative technologies bring in more options for the consumers

New Delhi (India), April 27: Thanks to an increased awareness about hygiene and cleanliness, the cleaning industry (appliances, solutions, chemicals etc) is set to have a higher growth trajectory over the next few years. The pandemic too has played a significant role in the accelerated growth for the cleaning industry, and the consumer has become more aware and mindful of health and hygiene.

“With cleanliness and convenience taking precedence, India is welcoming cleaning solutions for their homes and industries, alike,” says Mr Jatinder Kaul, Managing Director, Kärcher India.

“Our teams are committed to create innovative solutions for cleaning, with a focus on ease of use. And that is one of the reasons that global your solutions are the preferred choice among majority of the consumers.”

Germany headquartered Kärcher was established in 1935 and is completing 11 years in India this month.

The company has recently launched steam cleaners in the market, which comes with a proven technology to eliminate 99.99 percent of typical household bacteria from smooth hard surfaces. Because of its strong steam generation technology, the Steam Cleaner offers much better cleaning performance than with conventional manual cleaning methods with detergent.

“India is a growing market. Even as Kärcher is relatively a new entrant, our solutions have established a strong connect in both Professional & Consumer segments. The Steam Cleaners particularly don’t require any chemical and are very environmentally friendly. One litre of water produces 1700 litres of steam which will help in conservation of natural resources too,” says Kaul.

“We love challenges, whether everyday or extraordinary cleaning projects, a courtyard entrance, or a factory floor, we want to make everyday life simpler for our customers, better and more pleasant with powerful, efficient cleaning solutions,” he says.

Germany-headquartered Karcher is $3 billion family run company and employs 13,500 staff in 130 companies across 73 countries. Over 50,000 service outlets all over the world ensure uninterrupted supply for customers across the globe. Innovation is the most important growth factor and has been an integral component of the corporate culture since the company’s foundation in 1935. A total of more than 1,000 employees work in research and development at Kärcher. The company believes that innovation is what benefits people.

https://www.kaercher.com/in/

April 27, 2022
The Great Grand Finale of Miss and Misses Bangalore Season-5 2022 Has Been Successful the Event Organised By Alex Fashion – Primex News Network

April 27: The grand finale of Miss and Misses Bangalore 2022, Beauty of Women, Season 5 was conducted with fanfare aplomb & a grandeur, which was never witnessed erstwhile. The show was directed & conducted by Alex Fashions at Davanam Sarovar Portico Suites, Bangalore, on Saturday 26th Feb 2022. The event was graced by eminent personalities from fashion, media and entertainment fraternity.

The Miss category had Bandana as winner with Neelam K B as 1st runner up and Divya Bandi as 2nd Runner up. The Misses category title was bagged by Soni Bhatt Mainali as winner, Deepa Laskhmi as 1st Runner up and Payal Patnaik as 2nd Runner up. The Queens titles were won by Smitha Raju & Savitha Arun.

The day began with a rousing session by Ms. Puja on Yoga followed by a refreshing session on Skin & Nutrition by Ms. Priyanka Sarkar. The scintillating event was kick-started by welcoming the prominent models making a mark in fashion and sandalwood industry. Jaya Laksmi Bai and Ann, the brand ambassadors of Beauty of Women, Puja K B and Priyanka Sarkar, the brand ambassador for Alex Fashions, showstopper Manisha Rohit were present as the jury members of the event. The show also acted as a platform to showcase an innovative & fresh concept in SHOPPING by being the launchpad of the brand “MyCashbackShop”.

A show of such magnitude and meticulous organization would not have been possible without the able guidance, choreography, compering of the show by none other than Alex, the brain behind the planning till execution right from inception till the closure of the event.

Alex fashion is known fashion house in south India, was established in year 2000, is internationally acclaimed with 4 groundbreaking records in fashion industry and has been iconic in grooming as well as providing a platform for young talented fashion aspirants. With total of 485 shows in its kitty the fashion house is revered for not only for its events but also for photoshoots with international brands, jewellery lines, portfolio shoots, grooming counseling with personal attention.

The show was sponsored by Silk Mark, a venture of Central Silk Board (CSB), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India. The brand is known for its purity which is embossed in its hologram and QR coding. The contestants set the ramp ablaze with the remarkable, strikingly colorful and beautifully woven sarees sponsored by Silk Mark. Shri D N Sandeep, Asst Director of CSB who graced the event with his presence was extended a token of appreciation and thanks for the great association from Alex Fashions during the event. Alex fashion looks forward to continued partnership with Silk Mark in events to unfold in future.

Alex Fashion also extended its sincere thanks and reverence to the makeup team from Reshma’s Artistry and Jewellery partner Anikalan Jewelry by babitha The makeup artists did a fabulous job in enhancing the beauty of contestants with their magical professional touch. Big shout to the jewellery house for the lovely collection and careful pairing of jewels with the sarees that had the contestants dazzle the ramp and bewitch the jury as well as audience alike.

The Grand Finale witnessed 30 Designer Gowns by FOREVER NAVEEN KUMAR for miss & MISSES. Bangalore SEASON 5 contestants, South Indian Actress & Super Model SAMHITA VINYA walked as Celebrity Showstopper for Designer Forever Naveen kumar known for his shows worldwide.

Post grand success of season 5, Alex fashion is bracing up for its next inline events of the year and would like to extend its continued allegiance with all the sponsors and partners of the show.

Content written by actor payal patnaik

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April 27, 2022
GIZ India and RLG Systems India Private Limited Come Together for Setting Up Innovative Value Chain for e-Waste Management with “E-Safai” Initiative – Primex News Network

One Day National Level Workshop on Extended Producer Responsibility Framework for E-waste Management Held on 26th April 2022

New Delhi (India), April 27: GIZ India and RLG Systems India Private Limited have joined forces for the implementation of a three-year-long Public Private Partnership Project titled “Setting Up Innovative Value Chain for e-Waste Management” also known as “E-Safai” initiative. The project is being funded through the develoPPP programme that GIZ implements on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

The primary objective of this landmark programme is to cultivate awareness regarding safe and sustainable handling of e-waste among various stakeholders, including Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), schools, retailers, and bulk consumers. E-Safai intends to emphasise on the process of refurbishment, dismantling and recycling of e-waste in an environmentally sound manner.

To support the cause a study was undertaken to come out with a White Paper on National EPR framework for E-waste Management in India with the aim to present an updated circular and shared responsibility roadmap. The objective of which is to provide recommendations for shared responsibility and policy advisory for end-of-life management of Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and promotion of resource efficiency and circular economy along the E-waste value chain. The white paper on the national EPR looks at the entire value chain for e-waste management in India and is based on the global practices and inputs from consultations with key stakeholders within the e-waste value chain.

In the above context, a National Level Workshop for Extended Producer Responsibility Framework for E-waste Management in India on 26th April 2022 at The Oberoi Hotel- Zakir Hussain Marg, New Delhi. The objective of the workshop was to disseminate key findings and recommendations and promotion of circular economy in E-waste management. During the workshop we welcomed our esteemed guests’ valuable insights on the white paper.

Talking about the workshop, Ms. Radhika Kalia, Managing Director, RLG Systems India, stated: Success of EPR policy requires cooperation from national, state, and city governments, brand owners and producers, industries and other waste generators, e-waste recyclers and dismantlers along with the informal sector. The concept of circularity and resource efficiency needs to be thoroughly embedded into the e-waste regulations in order to foster the implementation of the national framework. The white paper is prepared as part of joint project of RLG Systems India Private Limited and GIZ India GmbH. The outputs of this white paper can be used to strengthen policy framework for e-waste management and its local level implementation.

April 27, 2022
The Real Woman awards to honour power women in construction industry – Primex News Network

An initiative of UBSC and Harmony Events, the third edition of the awards will take place in Ahmedabad on April 30.

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], April 27: The third season of The Real Woman awards, which are awarded to women in the construction industry, will take place in Ahmedabad.

An initiative of Urja Building Services Consultants (UBSC) and Harmony Events & Talent, The Real Woman Awards 2022 will recognise the best real estate developer, structural engineer, interior designer, green building consultant, architect, landscape designer, electrical contractor, lighting designer, Vastu consultant and women in other roles in the construction industry. The award ceremony will take place on April 30.

“The construction industry is predominantly seen as a male-centric industry. But, a closer look shows that there are many power women in this tough industry, who are working their way up and making a mark for themselves in the industry. The Real Woman awards are aimed at recognising and honouring dynamic women entrepreneurs in the construction industry,” said Sheetal Bhilkar, Director, USBC.

The Real Woman awards have emerged as prestigious and much coveted awards in the construction industry. In the first season, 26 women entrepreneurs from the construction industry from Mumbai were recognised and awarded. In the second season, 30 women from construction industry from Pune were feted. The third season will see women entrepreneurs from construction industry from Ahmedabad being recognised.

“We are hosting the third season of the awards in Ahmedabad considering how fast the city is growing and the key role of the real estate sector and the women associated with real estate in its growth. The awards are a fitting tribute to recognise their achievement,” said Vijay Dalwani, Director, Harmony Events & Talent.

In addition to recognition within and outside the real estate industry, the winners of the The Real Woman awards also get exclusive membership of the Real Woman community. The winners are given certificates and awards at the hands of industry leaders. The awards generate a lot of buzz in the traditional and new media, boosting the award winners’ image and profile. The awards also offer a long-term networking opportunity, besides access to monthly online meetings and seminars.

April 27, 2022
Asian Granito India Ltd’s Rs. 441 Crores Rights Issue opens for subscription – Primex News Network
Mr Kamlesh Patel, CMD and Mr Mukesh Patel, MD, Asian Granito India Ltd

Trading of Rights Entitlements will begin from April 25 to May 5 on BSE and NSE;

Company’s Rights Issue opens on April 25th and close on May 10th

Highlights:-
- Funds raised through the Issue shall be utilised towards the Company’s Mega Expansion Plans in Value added Luxury Surfaces and Bathware Segments, setting up one of the India’s largest Display Centres, working capital requirements of the above new projects and general corporate purposes
- The Rights Entitlement Ratio for the proposed Rights Issue is 37:30 (37 Rights Equity Shares of INR 10 each for every 30 equity shares of INR 10 each held by the equity shareholders as on the Record Date. The company to offer 7 Crores Equity Shares through this Rights Issue
- Promoter Group shareholders have confirmed their participation of upto 28.99% of the total Issue Size i.e. upto 100% of their current shareholding, amounting INR 128 Crores
- Post Completion of the Issue, total outstanding Equity Shares of the Company to increase to 12.67 crores from 5.67 crores shares.
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], April 26: Rights issue of Asian Granito India Limited (AGL), one of the largest Luxury Surfaces and Bathware Solutions brands in the country is open for subscription for its shareholders. The issue opens on April 25 and will close on May 10. Company is raising Rs. 441 crores through the rights issue to fund its Mega Expansion Plans Value Added Luxury Surfaces & Bathware Segments including GVT Tiles, Sanitaryware and SPC Flooring etc. Equity Shares under the Rights Issue are offered at a price of INR 63 per Share i.e. 24% discount to the closing share price of Rs. 82.9 per share on April 22, 2022 on NSE. Trading of the Rights Entitlements allotted to eligible shareholders is available on BSE and NSE between April 25 to May 5 (for online) and till May 10 (offline).

The Company will issue upto 6,99,93,682 fully paid-up Equity Shares of face value of INR 10 each for cash at a price of INR 63 per Equity Share (including a premium of INR 53 per Equity Share) aggregating INR 440.96 crore on a rights basis to eligible equity shareholders in the ratio of 37:30 (37 Equity Shares for every 30 Equity shares fully paid-up Equity Share held by the Eligible Equity Shareholders). Company had fixed April 12, 2022 as record date for the purpose of determining equity shareholders entitled to receive the rights entitlement in the rights issue. Last date for On-market Renunciation of Rights Entitlements is May 5, 2022.

Proceeds of the Rights issue will be utilised to set up three new state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities at Morbi, Gujarat in Value Added Luxury Surfaces & Bathware Segments including GVT Tiles, Sanitaryware and SPC Flooring, setting up one of the India’s largest Display Centre, funding the working capital requirements of the above new projects and general corporate purposes.

The Promoter & Promoter Group shareholders have confirmed their participation of up to 28.99% shareholding (i.e. upto 100% of their current shareholding) amounting to Rs. 128 crores. Promoter and Promoter Group shareholders have also indicated that in case the Issue is undersubscribed, they reserve the right to subscribe to part or the whole amount of the unsubscribed portion, subject to applicable laws. Post completion of the Issue, total outstanding shares of the Company would increase to 12,67,45,316 equity shares from 5,67,51,634 equity shares as on March 31, 2022. Pantomath Capital Advisors Pvt. Ltd. is the sole lead managers to the rights issue.

Commenting on the development, Mr. Kamlesh Patel, Chairman and Managing Director, Asian Granito India Ltd said, “Morbi is India’s hub for Ceramic Tiles & Sanitaryware and accounts for more than 80% of the country’s total production, housing over 1,100 manufacturing units. AGL has lined up major expansion plans in Morbi region in the state of Gujarat, keeping in mind strategic locational advantages, proximity to the raw material sources, easy & quick availability of manpower, proximity to some of the country’s largest ports, among others. With commercialisation of the proposed plans, AGL is expected to strengthen its position as an Integrated Luxury Surfaces and Bathware Solutions Brand and up the Group’s margin profile in near to medium term.”

New entities incorporated for Expansion:-

 Future Ceramic Pvt Ltd – FCPL (wholly owned subsidiary of AGL) to manufacture Value Added Large Format Glazed Vitrified Tiles (GVT) in 1200×1200 mm, 1200×1800 mm, 1200×2400 mm, 800×1600 mm and 800×2400 mm formats. To capture the vast opportunities in the GVT space, FCPL is setting up a new manufacturing facility at Morbi, Gujarat with an installed capacity of 5.94 million sq. mtrs. per annum. Total estimated cost for setting up the new manufacturing unit in FCPL is around INR 174 crores.

 AGL Sanitaryware Pvt Ltd – ASWPL (wholly owned subsidiary of AGL) plans to establish in-house manufacturing unit of Sanitaryware products. Currently, AGL deals in a range of Sanitaryware products, manufactured through third party manufacturers and imported from outside India, and are marketed under AGL Brand. To strengthen and scale up the Sanitaryware segment, the Group is setting up manufacturing facility at Morbi, with an installed capacity of 0.66 million pieces per annum. Estimated cost for setting up the proposed new unit is around INR 46 crores.

 AGL Surfaces Pvt Ltd – ASFPL (a wholly owned subsidiary of AGL) to manufacture innovative new age Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) flooring. ASFPL is incorporated as part of the Company’s strategy to expand product portfolio and presence in high growth oriented export markets through value added offerings. The manufacturing facility is proposed to be set up at Morbi with an installed capacity of 2.97 million sq. mtrs. of flooring per annum. Total estimated cost for setting up the new manufacturing unit in ASFPL is around INR 33 crores.

The Company has estimated that total working capital requirement for all the New Projects in the first year of commercial operations in 2023-24 will be around INR 80 crores, for which company is planning to utilise around INR 37 crores out of Rights Issue Proceeds.

The Company is also setting up one of the World’s largest display centre at India’s Ceramic Tiles hub – Morbi, Gujarat to showcase AGL Group’s entire product range under single roof i.e. Tiles, Sanitaryware, Bathware, Quartz & Engineered Marble, SPC, etc. The five storey display centre is conceptualised in 1.5 lakh square feet of area and aims to showcase AGL Group’s production, technological excellence and best in class sourcing caliber at single place and is also expected to enhance Company’s brand and reach. Total estimated cost for setting up the Display Centre is around INR 40 crores. The Company currently exports to more than 100 countries and planning to expand to 120 plus countries. Company targets to increase its retail touch points to over 10,000, expand exclusive showrooms to over 500.

The Net Proceeds of the Rights Issue shall be used for the Proposed Projects. Additionally, the Company also proposes to deploy the proceeds of the Rights Issue to meet general corporate purposes including other strategic initiatives, debt reduction in group, brand building and strengthening, marketing activities, and ongoing general corporate exigencies.

Highlights of Key Strategic Initiatives and Milestones achieved in FY22:-

 ICRA upgrades rating of Asian Granito India Ltd to “A Positive with a Stable Outlook”.

 Exited its non-core investment in Astron Paper Board Mill Ltd with a LTCG free profit of INR 38 crores to focus on core business.

 Crystal Ceramic Industries Private Limited (subsidiary of AGL) completed a major expansion of 12,000 sq. mtrs. per day Glazed Vitrified Tiles with investment of INR 25 crores at Mehsana, Gujarat in June 2021, taking its total installed capacity to 36,000 sq. mtrs. per day.

 The Company has entered into a manufacturing outsourcing agreement with its associate concern M/s Adicon Ceramica LLP (‘’Adicon”). Adicon has started manufacturing large format GVT Slabs of 1600×3200 mm size using ultra-modern fully automated Italian technology with an installed capacity of 15,000 sq. mtrs. per day. AGL will now start marketing the product under the “AGL” Brand.

 In a move to create living and business spaces safer, beautiful and hygienic than ever in Covid era, the Company has launched ‘AGL Tuffguard Anti-Bacterial Tile’ and ‘Touch Free’ range of bathware.
April 26, 2022
Jayesh Choudhary, Director, Nakoda Group, featured on the cover page of Tycoon Global Magazine – Primex News Network

New Delhi (India), April 26: Tycoon Global Magazine is a revered publication in the field of business. Over the past few years, it has been working tirelessly to highlight and support entrepreneurship. The team of experts strives to sift through pools of entrepreneurial talent to find those who are doing great but have maintained a low profile so far.

The magazine that works unbiasedly to highlight important news across segments like entrepreneurship, life, fitness, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, entertainment, etc., features only entrepreneurs with an exceptional track record.

The cover page of Tycoon Global Magazine is a coveted space for entrepreneurs. However, getting featured on the cover of an independently published magazine that has a global readerbase is not a small deal. True stories of grit and determination find a spot on the cover page of the magazine.

Recently, Mr. Jayesh Choudhary, Director, Nakoda Group of Industries Ltd. got featured on the cover page of Tycoon Global Magazine. Nakoda Group’s journey is synonymous with the evolution of the fruit processing industry in India. Nakoda group started as a small-scale cottage industry in 1989 and has recently been listed on both the stock exchanges. Tycoon Global Magazine has highlighted the right mix of a good marketing strategy, exceptional knowledge, and the will to succeed that has helped shape the success story.

Among other commendable achievements, Nakoda Group also got felicitated among the top 100 SME India awards 2015.

Nakoda group majorly deals in the supply of candied fruits and dry fruits to FMCG giants for them to use as ingredients in packaged food products like cakes and ice-creams. They also retail sell healthy snacks such as makhanas, almonds, cashew nuts, etc.

All the success means a lot for a family coming from a very small village. It started as an endeavor to save raw green papaya from being wasted and has taken immense hard work for them to come so far. While Jayesh’s dad was behind the inception of the brand, Jayesh has played a key role in its success and thus he is on the cover page of a leading magazine.

He has been instrumental in helping the brand get international recognition and has established the business in over 25 countries. This includes the US, Latin America, European Countries, the Middle East, and other Asian countries. The number of buyers that Nakoda group has in the international markets is on an unprecedented rise under Jayesh’s leadership. Jayesh admits that there are business challenges due to government norms, competition, and other internal issues. However, they sail through them with a robust process, experience and strong organizational ethics.

He further plans to reach the target of 1 lakh grocery stores in the domestic Indian market. The next milestone that the company is set to achieve is to reach 1 million customers monthly by the end of FY-2023. They are also working to increase their retail customer base by reaching retail chains.

Jayesh is working hard to take the legacy of the brand forward and expand its avenues. With the vision to take healthy snacks to every household, he is taking the brand forward. He is the perfect inspiration for young entrepreneurs striving to take their family businesses to greater heights.

April 26, 2022
Nayra – Color Changing Flower Reed Diffuser Company India – Primex News Network

New Delhi (India), April 26: It’s natural for you to crave the most appropriate household ambiance. Aroma diffusers yield a great option that fits in with every modern family. And no wonder why you are not an exception! The well-being of your entire family rests on a few health factors, most of which are related to positive vibes. An organic reed diffuser helps spread such vibes more easily and quickly than anything else. Doing your online research can help compare and pick the best reed diffusers available in shops. Identifying the best smelling reed diffuser based on a fair comparison is common practice with Nayra India. Most of the users experience both quality and affordability with us. You will come across numerous styles and designs while checking the aroma diffusers with us. You will find an essential oil reed diffuser that matches the décor of your home appropriately.

At Nayra we craft a range of room fragrances that make your home memorable and your office more bearable. Preferences for fragrances are highly personal and we value your unique taste. So we keep a wide range of fragrances from which you can choose the most endearing one. So allow yourself the indulgence of Nayra’s enchanting fragrance. Apart from room fragrances, we craft eco-friendly jute shopping bags. Unlike conventional jute bags, our jute bags come with sophisticated designs that add elegance to your everyday attire.

At Nayra you get everything that you need to adorn your home, your office and your travel in between the two. Our products were launched in India in February 2019 after a 6-year-long R&D from 2013. We started as a retail outlet of 131 Sq. feet in Kolkata along with online shops on leading ecommerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart. Seeing the rapidly increasing demand we had to shift to an even bigger outlet of 379 Square feet in 2020 with more product range. Currently, we are located in Enclave mall, Kolkata.

NAYRA diffuser is composed of quality fragrance, marshaled with an exquisite handmade flower that changes color (a.k.a. Magical Flower). It freshens the air and spreads a soothing aroma. Suitable for:- Home, Office, Show-room, Hotels rooms, Banquet hall, etc lasts a minimum of 4 weeks. The ideal temperature is 22-23° C and humidity is 55-65%. It is an artifact that looks more like a decor piece. Colour changes in 24 hours from white flower to liquid colour.

“Yuvaryan Exports Pvt Ltd” Has The Marketing & Distribution Rights For Brand Nayra For Pan India. The Products Are Manufactured By the Sister Company “K. E. Enterprises” Which Is A Proprietorship Company Of Mr. Keshav Bhatter.

Contact : Registered Address-234/3A,A J C Bose Road, FMC Fortuna Tower, 5th Floor, Room No-C1, Kolkata-700020.

Website: https://nayraindia.com/

Bulk and retail order – (+91) 9007976447

April 26, 2022

11th CMS VATAVARAN Awards Announced today – Primex News Network

New Delhi (India), April 26: India’s longest standing and largest green film festival, CMS VATAVARAN announced the winners of the 11^th competitive edition today. A total of 824 entries were submitted to this competition from 61 countries (international section) and 22 states in India (national section).

This year a total of 21 National and International Films were Awarded in 10 categories. These Awards were selected after a rigorous three tier process. After an internal peer review, a Nomination Jury of 30 eminent experts headed by Dr BV Mathur, Chairpersons National Biodiversity Board, shortlisted the films for awards and finalised all the nominated films. The final Jury of 10 experts headed by Shri Shyam Benegal, eminent film maker and co-chaired by Dr G B K Rao, CMD Pragathi Group, finalised these Awards from the Nominated list of National and International Films.

The Awards for this Competitive edition was announced and given out in an online Award ceremony on April 23, 2022. This Award Ceremony showcased all nominated films, announce the winners (in 10 national & international categories), showed clips of winning films and also heard from the winning filmmakers. CMS VATAVAVARAN 2021 Directory was also launched during the event and is now available on the festival website. This XI Festival Directory lists all the shortlisted films (315) with details of their film and film makers.

The program was attended by eminent Film makers, government officials, experts and partners. Welcome remarks were given by Dr P N Vasanti, Director General, CMS. She mentioned about the journey of CMS VATAAVRAN till now and also explained about the rigours three-tier selection process.

In the Special Address by His Excellency Patrick Hébert, Honorable Consul General of Canada mentioned about the importance of film festivals in today’s scenario and also congratulates all the winners of the festival respectively.

The Awards for different categories were announced by eminent guests, including Mr Vivek Saxena IFS, Dr G B K Rao, Ms Cavita Taragi, , Dr Jatinder Kaur Arora, Mr Kapil Triparthi and Dr N Bhaskara Rao.

The Award Ceremony also concluded the 11^th edition of this festival and forum. A range of programs including workshops for teachers, green film making workshops, seminars, special screenings followed by discussions with film makers, talks with environmental experts and film makers were held both online and offline in different venues. The festival and forum was held in a hybrid mode for the first time.

All 89 (International and National films) nominated films selected by Nomination Jury of the 11th competitive edition of CMS VATAVARAN were screened exclusively on India Science OTT channel & App, an initiative of Vigyan Prasar an autonomous organisation of Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India. Partners and supporters of this festival edition included, Government of Haryana (Pollution Control Board), Canadian High Commission, Vigyan Prasar, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Punjab State Council for Science & Technology (PSCST), Chitkara University, Pragati Resorts, MOEFCC, IUCN CEC and Green Film Network.

CMS VATAVARAN is India’s premier environment and wildlife film festival and forum – it is aimed towards enhancing understanding, appreciation and shift in attitudes towards the natural world and to increase space for environmental issues in mass media and evolve a nationwide environment outreach framework. The festival reaches out to people from all walks of life including filmmakers, civil society groups, government organizations, environmentalists, researchers, conservationists, policy makers, activists, public and private sector organizations and students of all ages and is recognized as a calendar event amongst filmmakers, environment, wildlife and conservation sector. Its unique twin track approach of organizing competitive and traveling film festivals and environment forum has positioned it as one of the most prestigious film festivals across the globe. Since its inception in 2002, ten competitive and 52 travelling festivals in 41 cities of 25 Indian states have been organized. Website: www.cmsvatavaran.org

LIST OF ALL WINNERS

CATEGORY	NATIONAL		INTERNATIONAL
CATEGORY	TITLE	DIRECTOR	TITLE	DIRECTOR
Amateur & Youth Films	The Life Journey of a “Forest Jewel”	Omkar Kharat	The Pangolin Man	Ellie Stones
Amateur & Youth Films	Green moksh	Vinay goswami	The Pangolin Man	Ellie Stones
Animation	Story of a Beginning	Balaram J	Migrants	Hugo Caby, Antoine Dupriez, Aubin Kubiak, Lucas Lermytte, Zoé Devise
Climate Change: Adaptation & Mitigation	The Climate Challenge	Rakesh Rao	Growing Solutions	Leo Horrigan
Climate Change: Adaptation & Mitigation	The Brokpa Trail	Shyamal Nath	Growing Solutions	Leo Horrigan
Environment Conservation	EVER SLOW GREEN- Re- afforestation in Auroville, South India	Christoph Pohl	Traces	Pins Sébastien
Environment Conservation	Jharia	Biju Toppo	A Fistful of Rubbish	David Regos
Livelihoods & Sustainable Technologies	SANI: THE SON OF RIVER MAHANADI	Sweta Kumar Dash	Queens of Orango	Raúl Bueno Herrera
Schools Students Film	SWACHHATA KI KHOJ	Punam Chand
Short Film	“Sparrow and Electromagnetic Radiation”	Hilal Ahmad Darzi	The Ghost Nets	Marco Spinelli
Water Conservation	Lakshman-Rekha (The lines that Lakshman drew)	Nandan Saxena, Kavita Bahl	Water Be Dammed…	Vanita Khanna, Romila Verma, Prab Kainth,
Wildlife Conservation	Peng Yu Sai	Nitye Sood, Malaika Vaz	Saliega´s lineage, the return of the iberian lynx	Javier Ortega Martínez

April 26, 2022

Union Minister Sonowal Inaugurates Odisha’s 1st Riverine Jetty At Paradeep – Primex News Network

PARADEEP, April 26: The newly-developed as well as Odisha’s first ever riverine jetty was on Monday inaugurated at the prime port city of Paradeep by Hon’ble Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways & AYUSH in presence of Hon’ble Shri Padmanabha Behera, Minister of Commerce & Transport, Planning & Convergence and Hon’ble Shri Raghunandan Das, Minister of State, I&PR, Water Resources, Government of Odisha, and Shri Sambit Routray, Hon’ble MLA, Paradeep.

Inaugurating the riverine jetty, the Hon’ble Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways & AYUSH said that Paradeep will be one of the best destinations for maritime trade and forge better exim (export & import) relations with the neighbouring countries.

The riverine jetty will open up a new dimension to the transport sector with the use of multi-modal transport system. This will also help boost the country’s economy in multiple ways by lowering the load on roadways and railways and by using a lower emission mode. This will further help the industries interested in the utilization of the gypsum as a raw material, the authorities informed.

Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative (IFFCO) Ltd, a leading fertilizer firm in the country, has started the riverine jetty to explore the possibility of using waterways as a feasible mode of transport.

Pertinent to note that, the jetty was conceptualized by Orissa Stevedores Ltd (OSL), a reputed company in the fields of shipping, mining and in-plant operations, which was also given the responsibility for developing and operating the same.

On February 25, 2021, OSL has entered into an MOU with Paradeep Port Authority and IFFCO for development and operation of the jetty.

OSL has achieved this unique feat by redeveloping riverine operations in Odisha after almost a century. Currently, the jetty can accommodate vessels up to 2200 DWT. It plans to develop and expand the facilities to accommodate larger vessels, which can directly cater to neighbouring countries.

“OSL believes that Odisha’s vast river network offers ample opportunities for the trade and commerce in the state which would not only help ease congestion on roads but also reduce carbon footprint, making it one of the most eco-friendly ways of transportation,” said Shri Mahimananda Mishra, Managing Director and Chairman OSL Group, on the august occasion.

Among others, top management authorities of the Paradeep Port, IFFCO and OSL were also present on the notable occasion.

April 26, 2022
Largest Contract Manufacturing Pharma Company Akums acquires Ankur Drugs and Pharma Ltd.’s HP plant to boost production capacities – Primex News Network

New Delhi (India), April 26: Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd., the largest contract manufacturing pharmaceutical company in India, has recently acquired Ankur Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd.’s facility based at Himachal Pradesh.

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd, the largest contract manufacturing pharmaceutical company in India, has recently acquired a facility from Ankur Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Limited. The facility acquired by Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd is one of largest drug manufacturing facilities in the country. With this acquisition Akums’ will boost its production capacities for general oral tablets and oral liquids. The planned capacities of the new facility are 6 billion units of tablets and 90 million units of oral liquids per annum. This facility is most likely to be fully operational by the end of 2022.

Founder, Promoter and Director, Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals, Shri Sandeep Jain says, “What the addition of this new facility means to our existing network is to step up our continuous efforts to serve our customers efficiently and the nation better. We, at Akums, are already leading the market in many areas and, hence, we also know there is so much yet to be done. With this new facility in Nalagarh in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, we are trying to bridge some more capacity gaps in the pharma industry.”

Founder, Promoter and Director, Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals, Shri Sanjeev Jain says, “In 2021, our supplies made up approximately 12% of the total market. With this new facility acquisition in the state of Himachal Pradesh and our previous acquisition in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand, in August 2021, we have bolstered our total capacity further. This expansion is a step towards achieving our goal of 20% market share. The operations at our Kotdwar plant have begun recently, while our new plant in Himachal Pradesh is likely to start its operations by December 2022.”

Apart from these changes, Akums had also acquired three API facilities near Chandigarh in January 2021, all of which contribute to building its capacity and efficient backward-integrated supply chain to strengthen its market leader position in India, since Akums manufactures approximately 12% of all drugs consumed in the country.

About Akums- Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. is the largest contract manufacturing pharmaceutical company of India, manufacturing more than 12% of India’s consumption. The organisation deals in the manufacturing and export of formulations in a wide spectrum of dosage forms & therapeutic segments. The company is currently supplying to almost all Indian and multinational pharmaceutical companies across the globe and is one of the largest employers. The 10 state-of-the-art facilities are dedicated to oral solid dosage forms (with separate units for beta lactum and non-beta lactum formulations), Oral liquid dosage forms, Sterile dosage forms (injectable, eye, ear & nasal), hormonal (oral and injectable), ointments & cosmetics, Ayurvedic, food supplements & nutraceuticals and animal health care.

In a span of few years, the organisation has become the icon of Indian pharmaceutical manufacturing industry and currently manufactures more than 12% of the country’s total medicinal requirements. With creme-de-la-creme of dedicated pharmaceutical personnel and standardised practices, Akums has been successful in attaining national and international accreditations, and building trust on the basis of efficacy, safety & quality. The organisation is certified with WHO-GMP, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 certificates and various international accreditations, like; ANVISA, Brazil, NAFDAC, Nigeria, FDB, Ghana, PMPB, Malawi amongst others and exports to 53 countries across the world.

April 26, 2022