ADB launches video contest for safer transport

Asian Development Bank (ADB) has invited short videos from young participants in member countries for a contest on ideas for safer, affordable and greener transport.
A youth video competition- "Are We There Yet? Our Journey to a Sustainable Transport Future", coincides with ADB's 5th Transport Forum to be held at its headquarter Manila from September 12-16.
The objective of the contest is to find out what needs to be done for a greener transport, safely and efficiently, ADB said in a release.
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Ola to hold 'Grand Driver Mela', aims 25k driver-entrepreneurs * Taxi aggregator Ola today said it is organising an event 'Grand Driver Mela' in Bengaluru with leading car manufacturers and financiers, through which it aims to add 25,000 driver-entrepreneurs.

The week-long Mela, starting May 18, will provide drivers the opportunity to join Ola by buying cabs at a discounted price and avail attractive finance schemes - all under one roof, the company said in a release.

To help aspirants, take the first step towards entrepreneurship, Ola is creating a one-stop solution by bringing leading auto manufacturers, lenders as well as car service and car accessories providers together, it added.
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* Mittals Group, a player in the power sector, launched a power trading app allows users to bid anytime from anywhere.
With enhanced security for bidding information and safety from data loss due to viruses, on the move access through mobile phones and decreased operational cost of bidding, the app will empower open access market on exchanges, the company said in a statement.

"We have designed this 'Power Trading App' to ease the Day Ahead Market (DAM) trading process and provide hands-on solutions, which gives users the freedom to bid anytime, anywhere.
BedBathMore.Com raises fresh funds
* BedBathMore.Com today said it has raised fund from the former investor group of Fabfurnish.Com.
Without disclosing the amount, the company said it (fund) will be used to build an overall wide ranging ecosystem for all home needs.
The company has previously raised capital from Blume Ventures and other angel investors.
"These are early days in the online home solutions space in India and together... With the revamped website, we aim to provide a seamless experience to all our users which will be solution oriented, simple and relevant to their individual tastes," BedBathMore.Com founder and CEO Amit Dalmia said.

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Ferns N Petals partners IBM
* IBM today said Ferns N Petals, a flowers and gifts retailer, has selected its cloud solution to improve business processes efficiency and accelerate its growth.
This will enable Ferns N Petals to move into new geographies including APAC region and expand its market, IBM said in a statement.
No financial details were disclosed.
Ferns N Petals has 200 outlets across 85 cities nationwide and delivers across 150 countries worldwide.
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OPPO partners 'YouWeCan' Foundation
* Smartphone maker OPPO has partnered YouWeCan Foundation to invite 17 cancer survivor children from Delhi's Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre (RGCIRC).

"We are grateful to YouWeCan Foundation for joining hands and trusting in us to help build awareness and facilitate cancer cured and create a difference," OPPO VP MD (International Mobile Business) and India President Sky Li said.
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TCS partners Siemens to better delivery of big data analytics * Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Siemens have partnered to expand and enhance the delivery of big data analytics to the global manufacturing industry.
Siemens' product lifecycle management (PLM) software business will support TCS' big data experts in the delivery and effective use of the Siemens's analytics solution, a statement said.

Angel Broking launches D-KYC for registration of new customers
* Brokerage house Angel Broking today said it has launched a new initiative 'D-KYC' process for the registration of new customers.
It is an ultra fast and first of its kind account opening experience through digital signature using bio-metric devices.
Calling the initiative a game changing model, Angel Broking said it will drive massive outreach.
"Digital India will only happen if we take technology to people. With the launch of D-KYC, we have exactly done that," Angel Broking CEO Vinay Agrawal said in a statement.
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Wipro, Xactly tie-up to deliver cloud-based solutions for SPM * IT firm Wipro today said it has partnered with California-based Xactly Corporation to offer cloud-based solutions to organisations to improve sales performance and drive growth.
The partnership will offer sales performance management (SPM) solutions for customer organisations across industry sectors in a software as a service (Saas) model.
Volkswagen launches Ameo at Rs 5.33 lakh in Tamil Nadu
* German automaker Volkswagen has introduced its latest sub-4 metre sedan 'Ameo' in the Tamil Nadu market with prices ranging from Rs 5.33 lakh to Rs 7.10 lakh (ex-showroom Chennai).
The car, specially developed for Indian market from the company's Pune facility, is equipped with several first-in-features in the segment including cruise control, rain sensing wipers, anti-pinch power windows, a company statement said today.

The launch here was part of the company's roadshow, it said, adding that the car would be available in two variants, the 1.2 litre three cylinder (petrol) MPI and 1.5 litre four cylinder TDI (diesel) options.
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AirAsia official airline partner for Rajnikant's 'Kabali' * Low cost air carrier AirAsia today said it has signed up with Tamil Superstar Rajnikant's latest flick 'Kabali' as the official airline partner.
With the tie-up, AirAsia said it has many surprises for the fans of Superstar, besides offering customised inflight menu and merchandise, a company statement said.
"We are extremely thrilled to be the airline partner for the movie Kabali. To work with an eminent personality like Superstar Rajnikant and Kalaipuli S Thanu's prestigious V Creations is of immense delight to everyone at AirAsia," AirAsia India CEO Amar Abrol said.

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Kwality Ltd appoints A K Gupta as independent director * Dairy firm Kwality Ltd today announced the appointment of AK Gupta as an independent director on the company's board.
Besides him, there are seven directors on the company's board including three independent directors.
"His appointment as a board member is in recognition of his expertise in banking practices across various domains. With his induction, Kwality will gain in all spheres which will help to meet the expansion programme of the company," Kwality Ltd Managing Director Sanjay Dhingra said in a statement.
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Telenor introduces download schedule feature * Telecom operator Telenor today announced a new service allowing customers to schedule data download as per their convenience.
"With packs like these we are committed to deliver better quality service experience to all our subscribers on our new modernised network," Sharad Mehrotra, Chief Executive Officer, Telenor (India) Communications said.
Telenor India offers night data packs. Under which its customers can pay Rs 5 for unlimited download between 11 pm to 7 am.