pTron unveils Smartwatch with BT Calling just at INR 1499/-

• The new Smartwatch Force X10 comes with an immersive 1.7" full touch display, advanced Bluetooth calling function and a full-suite of health tracking features with robust functionality

 

• The smartwatch is priced at Rs 1,499 for the launch and is available starting Sep 4 on Amazon India in four color variants

 

National, 2^nd September 2022:  (NSE: PALREDTECH) pTron, India’s rapidly growing and leading accessories brand for the youth, introduces the fully-loaded and stylish smartwatch that covers the essentials of a smartwatch and also features Bluetooth calling and receiving function at a fraction of the price of smart watches with similar features provided by competitors.

With an ultra-slim and light design and easy-to-use health management features, the pTron Force X10 is packed with power, so that the users can keep a closer check on their health with out missing on style. Lightweight and ergonomically made, Force X10 features 1.7” large HD full-touch color display offering crisp graphics and amplified brightness. The elegant 2.5D curved spherical dial rests in a premium alloy metal casing. Built to last, Force X10 has been rigorously tested to ensure it makes for a perfect and comfortable all day and night wearable accessory suitable or men, women, and teens.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Ameen Khwaja, Founder & CEO, pTron said, “We have become the most preferred youth brand for products that are both visually appealing and value for money. With our all-new Force X10 smartwatch, we are making ground-breaking tech in smart wearables category accessible to masses at a remarkable price point. Our Force X10 combines innovative technology with iconic design aesthetic made for the GenZ and adults alike, at a price never seen before in the category, making it the perfect accessory to fulfill one’s health, fitness & fashion goals.”

Perfect blend of style and smartness, the Force X10 with its 8 active sports modes keep track of every step, every lap, every stat, so that you crush all your fitness goals. The smartwatch allows users to monitor their blood oxygen and heart-rate on a real-time basis. The pTron Force X10 also comes with support for IP68 rating for added protection against water. Other features include Raise & Wake Display, Camera Control via Bluetooth, Sedentary Reminder, Music Control, and multiple watch faces.

The pTron Force X10 smartwatch comes with pTron’s proprietary pTron Fit+ App for Android & iOS.  Intuitive & effortless the pTron Fit+ app features smooth animations and a tailored smartwatch UI that, together, allow seamless navigation for better insights into users health data.

The pTron Force X10 features four stunning colors, including Glam Black, Pure Black, Space Blue & Suede Pink that make this smartwatch a fashion statement that complements all outfits.

Force X10 is available on Amazon India at a special launch price of INR 1499/- on 4^th September 2022 at 12 noon and comes with one year warranty. As a Special Launch offer, first 100 customers can buy Force X10 for just 99/- during the launch.

pTron Force X10 – Technical Specifications
Design:	Stunning 1.7” touchscreen digital display Sturdy & corrosion-resistant Zinc Alloy case, top ring & pushers
Connectivity:	Bluetooth V5.0 up to 10M
Sensors:	Heart Rate, SpO2, Blood Pressure
Battery & Charging	3 Hrs charging for 5 days battery USB dock charging
Audio & Video:	Yes, with Bluetooth Calling
Sports Modes:	24H Health Monitoring, 8 Active fitness modes
Daily Activity Trackers:	Calorie Burnt Count, Step Count, Sedentary Reminder, Sleep Monitor, Distance Travelled
Water Resistant:	IP68
Other Functions	BT Camera Remote & BT Music Player Raise & Wake Display Shake the Watch to Take a Picture

Product Link:

• Force X10:

https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0B53NXFFR

https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0B53R8G3P

https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0B53QLB9H

https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0B53QFZPY

ADP India celebrates 23rd anniversary milestone in India

~ Over 1,700 associates in Pune join after 2 years, to celebrate their success ~

Pune, 02 September 2022 - ADP India a leading provider of Human Resources Management Software & Services, has celebrated its Annual Day at JW Marriott, Pune recently. Reviving and rejoicing the shrouded flagship event of commitment, collaboration, and growth, over 1,700 associates have united to celebrate the day, post 2 years of going remote due to COVID-19.  Recognizing the need for reimagining employee engagement, ADP India’s annual Company Day brought together and celebrated the success of the organization and the associates that contribute to its unceasing growth.

In 1999, 102 associates have established operations in India, and 23 years later, ADP has tremendously grown, boasting a family of over 10,500 associates. As the market leaders in HCM, ADP enjoys the same satisfaction quotient with its employees and clients alike. In anticipation of the event, ADP India has begun celebrations of its annual day much in prior at office, including office decorations, selfie booths and more to build excitement amongst the associates.

Overjoyed with the gathering, Mr. Vijay Vemulapalli, General Manager and Managing Director, ADP Pvt. Ltd. said, “If there was one thing that I missed in the last couple of years, it was celebrating in person with my ADP family. This spectacle exemplifies the value, heart, life, resilience, and compassion that our associates add to the purpose of ADP – to always design better ways to work for our associates and clients. This was also a great opportunity to look back at everything that inspired us to innovate with heart, and this huge turnout signifies how we simplify, innovate, and grow to Win as One!”

The evening was witness to dance performances by ADP’s associates, showcase of innovatory internal projects, a theatre act conceptualized and performed by the associates, and a musical medley by ADP Studio, the company’s music group. One of the highlights of the event was a performance by the talented children, who are a cherished part of ADP India CSR program, TARANG. The company presented Annual Excellence Awards and recognitions in the celebration of outstanding individuals and projects which contributed to ADP India’s success.

On this special occasion, the organization also announced a new ADP Cycling Club in-line with its ongoing attention to associate wellbeing and further amplify the efforts towards helping create a cleaner, sustainable environment, which is one of the core focus areas of Tarang.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Vipul Singh, Divisional Vice President and Head of HR said, “This milestone is a symbol of pride for ADP. It is a reminder of our core value of success through solidarity. Our unrelenting growth throughout the past 2 years, overriding the physical, psychological, and economic strains is a promise of numerous more milestones ahead. We are confident that through the commitment, innovation, and support of ADPeers, we will persist as the industry leaders. This is a celebration of us winning as one, and ADP India will continue to sustain a supportive, inclusive and progressive environment for our diverse associates”.

The annual event concluded on high spirits with an open DJ dance floor and a gala dinner.

About ADP

 

ADP is one of the world’s largest providers of business outsourcing and human capital management solutions. Leveraging 73+ years of experience, ADP offers the widest range of HR, payroll, tax, and benefits administration solutions for more than 920,000 clients in 140 countries. ADP Private Limited is one of the largest operations hubs spread across the cities of Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai with 10,000+ associates. ADP operations in India provides a complete range of product development services, technical support services, and solution center services that involve back-office operations covering both voice and non-voice processes. The organization’s key focus is to deliver world class service, build and preserve a highly engaged culture, and provide an inclusive work environment.

For more information on ADP, please visit: www.ADP.com

4 women empowering characters written by Kanika Dhillon that speaks on vital feminine issues, cinema needs more of such characters.

- Rani Kashyap from Hassen Dilruba was an intense character led by Taapsee Pannu. Kanika has showcased the Indian housewife a whole new narrative altogether. Taapsee said in an interview that she fell in love with the script and the character of Rani instantly. Kanika also claimed in an interview that I Knew Taapsee Pannu’s Rani Was Going to Rattle the Self-Proclaimed Flagbearers.

- Another unconventional character Nani Dutta from Guilty is for the speaks a lot about the society we live in. An emotional coaster a woman faces, Dhillon has expressed it really fine. It is really one of the most important portrayals of Hindi cinema. This movie has really started the conversation going about the women facing such issues in everyday lives. Guilty starts on a different note owing to the fact that the incident takes place amidst the #MeToo movement. The movement did give support and courage to many women out there to speak for themselves.

- Keeping the unconventionality, Bobby Grewal is yet another character by Kanika, and it gives us chills. The performance by kangna Ranut was outstanding in Judgemental hai kya! These movies really bring out the best of cinema.  A Twisty psychodrama with another important topic of mental health being talked about in the movie. If you haven’t watched it yet, you need to see this, it gives you a whole lot of different perspectives.

- Kanika has never let us down with bashing female characters, Rumi Bagga from Manmarziya. Taapsee Pannu said in one of her interviews that, “Rumi was unsure of everything in her life. She was just so confused. I wonder how someone can be like that! But it was a terrific experience playing the part. It was written very well and I also had great co-actors who I enjoyed working with.”

Kanika Dhillon has given a whole spectrum of characters to Hindi cinema, which not only brings out the important issues of the society but also, it’s greatly expressed. Hope we keep getting to see such strong women characters from kanika. Wishing her a great 40th birthday, she has indeed more courage to keep writing such unconventional characters.

Cigniti Technologies supports NICU/SNCU Facility at the Mother and Child Health Center, Nalgonda, Hyderabad, with medical equipment.

Nalgonda, 2^nd Sep, 2022:  Cigniti Technologies, the world’s leading AI and IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering services company, launched a NICU/SNCU facility at the Mother and Child Health Center, Nalgonda district, Hyderabad today. The facility was launched as part of the company’s CSR efforts undertaken in the field of Healthcare to create a long-term impact by equipping government hospitals with better infrastructure. The facility was inaugurated by Mr. C V Subramanyam, Chairman and Managing Director at Cigniti Technologies, along with Mr. Kancharla Bhupal Reddy, MLA, Nalgonda, Govt. of Telangana. Cigniti leadership Mr. Sairam Vedam, Ms. Urmila Markili, and Mr. Midhun Pingili, and Mr. Mayur Patnala, Founder and CEO, Nirmaan Organization also graced the occasion at the hospital.

Cigniti joined hands with Nirmaan Organization to address the acute shortage of NICU/SNCU beds and donated medical equipment like Radiant Warmers, Phototherapy machines, Pulse oximeters, Syringe and Infusion pumps, Multipara monitors, HFNC machines, and air conditioners for the ward, which are essential to serve critically ill or premature newborn infants who are at the age of less than 28 days. The supported facility serves a population of 14 lakh people in the district headquarters and rural villages surrounding the district. With this upgrade, the facility would be able to serve about 1,000 infants per year.

 "We are passionately focusing on making healthcare accessible and available for all. A lack of infrastructure in rural and remote areas is a major contributor to a high rural infant mortality rate. By equipping the facility with life-critical medical equipment, we’re trying to offer our contribution in improving care quality available to the residents of Nalgonda”, stated C.V. Subramanyam, Chairman and Managing Director of Cigniti Technologies, on the occasion.

Post Covid-19, the ward will be useful in treating infants who require specialized care and highly valued medicines that are very expensive in private set-ups," (Quote from Hospital management).

About Cigniti:

Cigniti Technologies Limited is the World’s Leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services Company. 4000+ Cignitians worldwide help Fortune 500 & Global 2000 enterprises across 24 countries accelerate their digital transformation journey across various stages of digital adoption and help them achieve market leadership by providing transformation services leveraging IP & Platform-led innovation with expertise across multiple verticals and domains. Our industry-leading digital assurance and AI-led digital engineering services are helping global customers with measurable outcomes, millions of dollars of savings, and significant ROI. We are headquartered in Hyderabad, India, with global offices spread across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, South Africa, Czech Republic, and Singapore.

To learn more, visit www.cigniti.com.

About Nirmaan:

Nirmaan Organization is a registered NGO, started by students of BITS Pilani in 2005. We work in the areas of Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Social Leadership. In the past 16 years of journey, we have impacted the lives of 1.5+ million beneficiaries with the support of 300+ full time employees and 1000+ strong volunteer network across 15 States of India. During COVID waves 1 and 2, we supported 110+ government hospitals across 4 states to upgrade their healthcare infrastructure and supported various communities to overcome the COVID challenges through livelihood, rations, and other support.

Maharashtra tops in kidnapping & abduction of children: NCRB data reveals

State second highest in crimes under POCSO Act as well, - CRY calls for more stringent mechanism to analysis

Mumbai, September 2, 2022:  Maharashtra continues to be among the top five states in terms of registering maximum numbers of crime committed against children. In an analysis of the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2021 data, conducted by Child Rights and You – CRY, while the state comes second, after Madhya Pradesh, in terms of total number of crimes against children, it leads in cases of Kidnapping and Abduction of Children, and stands second in recording maximum number of POCSO crimes as well.

According to the trends over the past five years, Maharashtra has been witnessing a steady rise in number of crimes against children; Kidnapping and Abduction (Sec. 363, 363A, 364, 364A, 365, 366, 366A, 367, 368 & 369 of IPC) and cases under POCSO Act continue to be a regular feature in the list.

The analysis done by CRY has observed the following trends:

Table 1.

Kidnapping and Abduction of Children

		Number of Crimes	Rate of Crime
		2021	2021
1	Maharashtra	9,555	26.5
2	MP	9,137	31.8
3	UP	6,814	8
4	West Bengal	6,394	21.3
5	Odisha	5,185	36
	India	67,245

There were 9,555 Kidnapping and Abduction of Children (Sec. 363, 363A, 364, 364A, 365, 366, 366A, 367, 368 & 369 IPC) out of 17,261 cases of crime against children in 2021 (26.5 per cent) and 7,392 of 14,371 such cases in 2020 (20.5 per cent) i.e. 6 % increase from last year (2020) in Maharashtra. Maharashtra has reported highest number of Kidnapping and Abduction of Children (Sec. 363, 363A, 364, 364A, 365, 366, 366A, 367, 368 & 369 IPC) among states in India and which constitute 14.2% of reported cases in India

Table 2. Crimes under POCSO  r/w Sec.376,354, 509 IPC

		Number of Crimes	Rate of Crime
		2021	2021
1	Uttar Pradesh	7,192	8.4
2	Maharashtra	6,200	17.2
3	MP	6,070	21.1
4	Tamil Nadu	4,465	21.6
5	Karnataka	2,813	14.5
	India	53,874

There were 6,200 cases under POCSO Act, out of 17,261 cases of total crimes against children reported in 2021 (21.1 per cent) and 5,687 of 14,371 such cases in 2020 (15.7 per cent) i.e. 5.4 per cent increase from last year (2020) in Maharashtra. Second highest number of cases were reported in Maharashtra under POCSO among states in India and which constitutes 11.5% of reported cases in India.

Crimes against girls at the forefront

A close look at the overall national scenario as per the NCRB 2021 data suggests that sexual offences against children, especially girls, are steadily on the rise, as one out of every three crimes against children are registered under the POCSO Act (53,874 out of 1,49,404 – i.e. 36.1 per cent of total crimes against children). More importantly, sexual crimes against children shows very strong gender tilt as adolescent girls within 12 to 16 years are reported to be the victims in more than 99 per cent of the cases registered under the POCSO Act. 

POCSO ACT VICTIMS AGE PROFILE 2021
	Below 6	6-12 years	12-16 years	16-18 years	Total
Total child Victims	675	3297	13256	16275	33503
Girls	650	3157	13173	16206	33186
Boys	25	140	83	69	317
% of girl victims	96.30	95.75	99.37	99.58	99.05

Commenting on the trends, Kreeanne Rabadi, Regional Director, CRY – West said that “While the steady rise in numbers of reported cases may be attributed to a higher level of public awareness and proactive role played by the police leading to higher reporting, the more worrying fact remains is that the state is gradually becoming a hub of crimes, especially sexual offences, against children.  

“The current NCRB data has also proved beyond doubt that the COVID pandemic has left children far more exposed in issues related to child protection,” she said.

She further added that despite the state government taking measures, our children are still struggling to get access to a safe environment. “It’s time, more than ever, that urgent measures are needed to strengthen India’s child protection systems and ensure that efforts during humanitarian crises are swift, well-planned and responsive to children’s and families’ priorities.”

“Such a system would enable following of due processes within stipulated timelines and adequately utilise the strengths of a dedicated cadre of child protection officials. But to ensure all these, it needs to have more resources – at both systemic and financial levels, and is not attainable without adequate budget allocations for child protection and safety,” Kreeanne highlighted.

PRIDE GROUP OF HOTELS LAUNCHES THE ‘PRIDE HOTEL BHOPAL’

Pride Group of Hotels has added another landmark in Central India with the launch of ‘Pride Hotel Bhopal’. Conveniently located in the heart of the city, the hotel is easily accessible to prominent tourist & leisure destinations, marketplaces, and commercial establishments. Well-connected through rail, road, and air to all major cities, the hotel gives you the best of the city of Bhopal.

Announcing the launch, Atul Upadhyay, Senior Vice President, Pride Group of Hotels said, “We are extremely thrilled to launch our new property in Bhopal which offers the signature Pride hospitality experience to our esteemed guests in the city. This full-service upscale hotel with all the contemporary amenities, banqueting, and F&B facilities will complement the needs of leisure and corporate travelers. With this launch, we now move a step further to establish our presence across popular destinations across the country”.

‘Pride Hotel Bhopal’ encompasses 73 well-appointed rooms that perfectly fit the needs of the discerning traveler.  All rooms are fully air-conditioned and equipped with tea/ coffee makers, Wardrobes, ergonomic work tables, Wi-Fi connectivity, LED TVs, and safety lockers. The facilities at the hotel include 24-hours room service, a travel desk, a multi-cuisine restaurant, and 3 banquet halls. The hotel also boasts of a swimming pool and spa which will be operational later this year.

Guests can enjoy a magnificent culinary journey that spans diverse gastronomic experiences and sumptuous cuisines at Café Pride.  The 3 state-of-the-art banquets with a capacity to accommodate guests ranging from 50 to 400 are designed to host private parties, small gatherings, and social events. The banquets a well-equipped with all audio-visual facilities to conduct corporate meetings, special alliances, and training and development programs.

Pride Hotels Ltd. has a presence in around 45 great locations with 4,400+ rooms, 89+ restaurants, 116+ banquets, and conference halls. Currently, Pride Hotels Ltd operates and manages a chain of hotels under the brand name “Pride Plaza Hotels” an Indian Luxury Collection, “Pride Hotels” which are conveniently centrally city-located business hotels, “Pride Resorts” at mesmerizing destinations, Mid-Market segment hotels for every business “Pride Biznotels” and a fresh concept of Luxury serviced apartment stays “Pride Suites”.

Rashi Mal gets candid about her experience of shooting with Ranbir and Alia for Bharamastra

Rashi Mal talks about her experience of being a part of Brahmastra: Part One - Shiva, one of the most awaited Bollywood features in recent times.

 

Mumbai, 2^nd September, 2022: The stakes ought to be high with the entire country eager for the release of the much awaited film. Brahmastra: Part One-Shiva is touted to be India’s most expensive movie ever made, and will see actress Rashi Mal playing a pivotal humorous character, alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. The film is intended to serve as the first film in a planned trilogy as part of its own cinematic universe called Astraverse

Rashi’s diversity, quality and the freshness in her work, speaks volumes about her hold on her craft and her finesse as an actor. Her character in Ayan Mukherjee’s Brahmastra is proof that Rashi’s growth as an actor has been manifold and an upward climb.

Rashi has been trained by some of the best mentors in theatre, including Jeff Goldberg, Makrand Deshpande, Sunil Shanbag, and Bronwen Carson. She got her diploma in Method Acting from the Jeff Goldberg Studio and has also trained at the New York Film Academy and London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art

“You never get what you want, you get who you are.”

Rashi personifies this adage. She was called to audition for the part in Brahmastra: Part One-Shiva, tested and was on set on the 3rd day! Ayan had long been on her list of directors to work with, and the two got on like a house on fire. The thing that she always admires the most in a director is patience and calmness on set. For Rashi to experience a young director handling such a mammoth set with absolute ease and flow was a revelation.

For Rashi, the set is a playground where she implements all the theories she has ever learnt about her craft. Citing the importance of giving an artist a safe space to express, Rashi is all praise for the cast and crew of Brahmastra. The entire journey was a hands-on learning experience for the young and versatile acto

Speaking about her first meeting with her co-stars and the director, she says, “ We all met at Ayan’s house and everyone was so welcoming and warm from the very onset. Ranbir got me coffee, and Alia greeted me with hugs! The couple is just as cute off-screen as they are on-screen. Being in the same room with artists who are at their absolute prime was a surreal experience. It was also an affirmation of my own career path. "

Her film ‘Sir’, a highly acclaimed Indo- French co-production, won the GAN Foundation award at Cannes in 2018. She won best actress (viewer’s choice) at the MTV IWMBuzz awards held in November 2019.

Over the years, Rashi has traveled the country to do a lot of stage shows in theatre, music, and other performing arts. Her curious nature and an undying passion to try new things have flown her to over 34 countries. She continues to follow her heart and explore avenues that challenge her and bring out the best she has to offer.

Celebrate your love for your teachers this Sunday with &PrivéHD’s Teachers Day Weekend Binge

Mumbai, September 02, 2022: “Teaching is a calling too. And I have always thought that teachers in their way are holy—angels leading their flocks out of the darkness"- Jeannette Walls. To celebrate these angels of our life &PrivéHD brings a special binge this weekend ahead of Teacher’s Day. So, on 5^th September, while we are all ready to spend time making the day memorable for our Gurus, indulge in a binge a day before to celebrate the importance of educators. Starting at 11 AM on 4^th of September, the binge will host movies that depict some of the most unique and inspiring student-teacher relationships.

To start with, we have the story of Coach John Harrison in Overcomer who takes into coaching a cross-country race after the largest manufacturing plant shuts down and hundreds of families leave their town, leaving John and his families future in uncertainty. After John reluctantly agrees to coach cross-country, he and his wife Amy meet an aspiring athlete who's pushing her limits on a journey towards discovery. Inspired by the words and prayers of a new friend, John becomes the least-likely coach helping the least-likely runner achieve the impossible in the biggest race of the year. In Sicario, Emily Blunt will be seen as Kate Macer, an FBI agent who is enlisted by the government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border area between the U.S. and Mexico. When Kate and the team arrive for their first mission, Kate learns that the team's workings are not all they appear on the surface. Still, largely in the dark and only given information on a need-to-know basis, Kate decides to stick it out with the team, only to discover the unknown. Her emotions change as she learns more and more about what is going on, including the specific reason why she was recruited. Next up is the biographical drama, Pele: Birth of a Legend which shows Pele's meteoric rise from the slums of Sao Paulo to leading Brazil to its first World Cup victory at the age of 17 is chronicled in this biographical drama. Other movies on the list include The Patriot, Kickboxer Retaliation, Kickboxer Vengeance and 12 Mighty Orphans.

This Sunday, celebrate your love for your teachers with &PrivéHD’s Teachers Day Weekend Binge starting 11 AM.