Water Kingdom, Asia’s largest themed water park celebrates its 25th Anniversary this year!

~Join in the fun and celebration on 6^th and 7^th May as MH43 India and Yugaant will be performing live at the Wave Pool~

6^th & 7^th May 2023, Mumbai: Its that time of the year, when you are looking to chill with your family, cousins and friends where you can soak yourself in water under the scorching sun! Head to Water Kingdom, Asia’s largest themed Water Park that will be completing 25 years of its journey this year! While the water park has entertained millions of its patrons in the past 2 and a half decades, this year on its silver anniversary Water Kingdom will be hosting some of the upcoming and entertaining music bands of the city that are known to play the grooviest music and amuse their audiences.

Witness the 6-member band- Yugaant go live on the 6^th of May that will create their magic with progressive rock Bollywood music. While the members, hailing from Mumbai garner different genres to their helm, Yugaant promotes eclectic storytelling and melodious theatricality to their approach under the multi-genre banners of Progressive Rock. The band comprises of Ashish Naskar, Siddharth Shenoy, Sukhpreet Singh, Pratyay Mishra, Harsh Damania and Vishal Bhanushali.

Do not miss out on one of the most entertaining performances by the upcoming music band - MH43 India on 7^th May 2023. Catch them live at 3 pm at the Wave Pool this Sunday as this 6-piece band will give you an adrenaline rush with their punk rock and new age experimental remixes of retro Bollywood evergreen hits that have always been to their success. Meet the charismatic vocalist and frontman, Keyur Karadkhedkar, who never fails to captivate the audience with his powerful and melodious voice. On the guitar, there will be the very talented Budhaditiya Deb, who can make the strings sing with his soulful melodies. Their bassist, Sourabh Khade, brings a unique flavor to the band with his groovy basslines that get the crowd moving. And last but not least, the band has the incredible Rocky Dcruz on the drums and percussion, whose beats will get you tapping your feet in no time!

While the anniversary will be celebrated on the 6^th and 7^th May, patrons can expect fun filled weekends this entire Summer as the Water Park is celebrating the completion of its 25^th year for the whole month! Watch out for performances by powerhouse performances by renowned DJs such as DJ Lady Barot, DJ Perch, DJ Tapeshwari, DJ Subuhi, DJ Valery and DJ Donna.

On gearing up for the Anniversary celebration, Paresh Mishra, President – Business Development, Real Estate & Entertainment Portfolio, Ashok Goel Family Office said, “We are very delighted to be celebrating our 25^th Anniversary of Water Kingdom. With the immense love we have received from our patrons over the years, it is our endeavour to keep entertaining them in the best possible manner to make their experience and memories worthwhile. With music bands like MH43 India and Yugaant, we will be giving an unforgettable experience for our visitors at the Park making our 25^th Anniversary memorable”.

So, what are you waiting for, book your tickets now at Water Kingdom and have a splashy summer fun!

Where: Water Kingdom

What: Water Kingdom’s 25^th Anniversary Celebration

Band	Date
Yugaant	6th May 2023
MH43 India	7th May 2023

 

Time: 3 pm onwards

 

Entry: Rs. 1250 (Adults) & Rs. 825 (kids)

 

Booking Link: https://booking.waterkingdom.in:9802/#/pages/home-screen

Indian study reveals a blend of anti-oxidants with micronutrients showed statistically significant improvement in all male-fertility parameters

 

·        The clinical trial titled, ‘Impact of antioxidants in improving semen parameters like count, motility and DNA fragmentation in sub-fertile males: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial’ was conducted by Meyer Vitabiotics at 10 different sites across India.

·        This study is a big boost for use of nutraceuticals in treating male infertility. 

May 2, 2023: A study by Indian nutraceutical major Meyer Vitabiotics has revealed that a combination of anti-oxidant micronutrients and vitamins improved male fertility parameter by 76 percent even in severe cases of male infertility. Among Indian males with baseline sperm count of less than 5 million / ml, a blend of multi-vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, ginseng & lycopene increased the sperm count by 75.76 percent. The study was conducted over a 3-month period among 300 Indian males with varied types and degrees of infertility. The encouraging results are a boost to multiple micronutrients therapy that India usually neglects.

The study was published in the International Journal “Translational and Clinical Pharmacology”.

Dr. Ameet Patki, the trial's principal investigator of the study says,  “Male infertility is solely responsible for 20–30% of overall infertility cases. Male factor infertility is a clinical challenge. Abnormalities in semen such as Oligospermia (low sperm count), Asthenozoospermia (sperm motility), and Teratozoospermia (group of abnormal sperm) are most frequently linked with infertility in males. Surgical procedures, hormonal and drug therapy are available treatment options for male infertility but these methods also have special concerns like higher cost, uncertain clinical effectiveness and side effects. Antioxidants have acquired increasing interest amongst clinicians & researchers for boosting parameters of male fertility. Sperm DNA fragmentation is known to be higher in infertile men. If it exceeds 30% than normal value, it implies sperm quality is significantly reduced. The uniqueness of this trial lies in inclusion of DFI as one of the assessment factor before & after the treatment. 

Mr. Rohit Shelatkar, Vice-President of Meyer Vitabiotics says, “Infertility is a serious concern worldwide. As per the earlier published comprehensives it is reinforced that there is vital role of diet and antioxidant supplementation in male factor infertility. The limitations of current treatment options calls for a convenient, less costly and yet clinically effective option. Considering the gaining interest in antioxidant therapy and the need for systematic scientific evidence, the present study was proposed to evaluate the efficacy of antioxidant blend in sub-fertile males. The experiential use of antioxidants in male infertility is aimed at improving semen parameters and DNA Fragmentation Index (DFI), enhancing the probability of conception. The frequently prescribed compounds include vitamins E & C, carnitine, N-acetyl cysteine, selenium, and zinc. Interventional antioxidant blend through a single tablet of Oligocare forte plus, also called Wellman Conception in the UK, is a combination of micronutrients, essential amino acids, antioxidants, and vitamins that are essential for the male reproductive system”.

The clinical trial, was aimed to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of Oligocare forte plus in sub-fertile males. Along with Dr. Ameet Patki, Dr. Monica singh, Dr. Sweta Agarwal, Dr. Venugopal M, Dr. Shashikant Umbardand, Dr. Apoorva Reddy, Dr. Priya Kannan, Dr. Srilatha gorthi, Dr. Gautam Khastgir, Dr. Anita Kulshreshtha were the investigators at other sites. Their dedication and efforts remarkably contributed to achieve study objectives and gain valuable insights into this research.

The study involved 300 participants who met the eligibility criteria and the results obtained have been highly promising. It was one of its kind multi-centric trial in sub-fertile male population conducted with meticulous adherence to good clinical practices (GCP) and all relevant regulations and guidelines.

About Meyer Vitabiotics:

Meyer Vitabiotics is part of the UK’s No. 1 Vitamin Company Vitabiotics Ltd, headquartered in London. The organization has proven itself as one of the leading pharmaceutical manufacturers with a range of pioneering Vitamin and Mineral Supplements available in more than 110 countries. Most prominent products like Calcimax, Colicaid, Jointace, Wellman, Wellwoman, Ultra D3, Perfectil, Pregnacare, Menopace etc. are all market leading supplements in their respective segments. Meyer Vitabiotics is committed to excel in human health care, research and providing Nutrition Supplements for all age groups. We believe in the science of Nutrition backed by clinical evidences that reinforces the facts of safety and effectiveness of nutraceutical supplementation for better therapeutic outcomes.

projecthero launches wage discovery feature that allows construction workers to fight for pay transparency

National, May 01, 2023: Construction tech startup projecthero has launched a wage discovery feature in its app for workers. The feature, which allows workers to discover if they are being paid more or less than the average salaries in their fields, will ensure pay transparency and prevent wage exploitation in the construction industry. This is part of projecthero’s initiatives to build a membership driven professional network for the construction industry.

The construction industry is highly fragmented and unstructured, which enables the higher-ups in the industry to exploit workers by providing them with below-average and, often, below-minimum wages. Due to poor technological penetration, workers have to find employment through informal means, which leads to opacity regarding compensation amounts. projecthero’s in-app wage discovery feature enables workers to make sure that they are not being exploited by being paid below-average and below-minimum wages. Such transparency will also enable workers to understand and recognise the value of their work and prevent them from falling prey to fraudulent and corrupt recruitment practices.

Satya Vyas, Founder and CEO of projecthero, said, “Urban organised workforces have various ways of discovering the average salaries in their fields. Gig workers are also aware of their colleagues’ salaries, as they have fixed compensation amounts. With pay transparency, employees can achieve a better standard of living, as they will know if they are being exploited and not being paid optimal salaries. Hence, we thought that developing a feature to prevent wage-based exploitation and wage discrimination in the unorganised construction industry will help blue-collar workers understand their worth and fight for it.”

According to the average salary metrics released by projecthero, 2,308 users have interacted with the average salary discovery feature, and in total, it has been viewed 7.1 K times. This implies an average viewership of 3.2 times per user. Moreover, with regard to workers being paid the minimum salary, in Uttar Pradesh, 79.9% of jobs pay below-minimum wage, and 815 users have been informed of this. In Maharashtra, 68.6% of jobs pay less than minimum wage, and 268 users have been made aware of this, and in Madhya Pradesh, 93.75% of jobs pay less than minimum wage, with 264 users having been informed about this.

The statistics show that Maharashtra has the highest number of users who have checked whether they are being paid more than the minimum wage. Conversely, Madhya Pradesh has the lowest number of users who have checked whether they are being paid the minimum wage, even though it has the highest percentage of jobs paying less than the minimum wage. 

Previously, in January 2023, projecthero revealed that 87% of construction workers in India do not receive the government-mandated daily minimum wage. This was found to be true for the major cities of India (Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune). projecthero’s introduction of the wage discovery feature is in keeping with its goals to build a professional network for the construction industry and make the construction industry more organised, formalised, and ethical.

About projecthero

projecthero is a membership-driven professional network for the construction industry, which provides access to jobs, orders, financial services, etc. to its members. Currently, projecthero has more than 4 lakh construction workers on their platform and has placed over 3000 workers in projects. projecthero was founded by Satya Vyas, Pukhraj Grewal, Raghu Chopra, and Sidhant Panda – all IIT Roorkee graduates.

Since the fundraise of $3.2Mn from Ankur Capital and Omidyar Networks, projecthero’s team has continued to expand and grow, with IIT Roorkee graduate Sidhant Panda (ex-Google) joining the team as Co-founder and CTO.

Proterial Emerges as the New Name for Hitachi Metals Across the Globe

Proterial (India) Pvt.Ltd, formerly known as Hitachi Metals (India) Pvt Ltd., is a globally recognized name that specializes in the manufacturing and sale of high-grade metals. The company has announced its restructuring plan to expand its business and strengthen its offerings in India. As a part of this plan, the company has changed its name to Proterial Ltd. Despite the name change, the company will continue to operate under the same management and ownership and provide the same high-quality products and services that it has been known for.

With over 100 years of material expertise, Proterial Ltd. is committed to delivering cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions to its customers. The company is focused on meeting the evolving needs of industries such as automotive, energy, and electronics. Leveraging its unique blend of metallurgical knowledge, advanced production technologies, and cutting-edge research capabilities, the company is poised to lead the way in developing new materials that offer superior performance, durability, and sustainability. The name "Proterial" was chosen for its connotation of forward thinking and progression, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation and growth. The company's products cater to a broad range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and healthcare. With the rebranding, Proterial Ltd. aims to strengthen its foothold in India and expand its product offerings to cater to the evolving needs of its customers.

As an Industry expert and Managing Director of Proterial (India) Pvt Ltd., Mr. Sanjay Seth says, "We are incredibly excited to unveil our new identity as Proterial Ltd. This strategic rebranding represents a significant milestone for our company as we continue to broaden our product portfolio and strengthen our market presence in India and across the globe. Our renewed brand will empower us to foster stronger connections with our valued customers and stakeholders, reinforcing our unwavering commitment to providing excellence in all aspects of our business."

Proterial Ltd.’s corporate philosophy consists of three elements: Mission: "Make the best quality available to everyone;" Vision: "Leading sustainability by high performance;" and Values: "Unfaltering integrity" and "United by respect." With a focus on solving customer issues and bringing new levels of value, the company promises to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society through the products and services that embody its philosophy. Through the advancement of metal composition and structural control technology, which we have been refining for over a century, Proterial aims to address societal challenges using materials. Their pledge includes a steadfast dedication to professionalism in materials, forging new paths in various industries with our forward-thinking approach, and taking proactive steps towards creating a better world.

The company's new website, https://www.india.proterial.com/, will be updated with the latest product information, news, and resources. Proterial Ltd. customers and suppliers can rest assured that the rebranding will not impact the company's ongoing projects or business operations. The company will continue to provide the same level of service excellence and product quality that its customers have come to expect.

Industrial and warehousing demand rises 11% YoY; Vacancy levels shrink by 170 basis points

·       Delhi-NCR continued to lead demand with 29% share, followed by Mumbai

·       3PL players drove demand at 41% share, followed by FMCG at 12%

·       Vacancy levels declined 170 basis points YoY amidst sturdy demand & limited supply

1^st May 2023: Industrial and warehousing demand across the top 5 cities remained strong during Q1 2023, rising by 11% YoY at 7.2 mn sq ft. The quarter also saw the highest leasing compared to the previous 8 quarters. This sustained streak in leasing was backed by 3PL operators who continued to expand across large markets, forming 41% of total leasing during the quarter. This was distantly followed by the FMCG sector at 12%. Interestingly, demand from Retail and FMCG sectors saw a three-fold rise YoY, as they expanded their footprints in larger markets such as Delhi-NCR and Mumbai. This pick-up in the take up of industrial warehousing space pairs well with the growth in private consumption in the domestic economy.

Delhi-NCR led the demand during the first quarter accounting for 29% share in total leasing, followed by Mumbai at 25%. Mumbai saw 37% YoY rise in leasing, led by 3PL operators who continued their expansion spree in the city despite weaker economic & business sentiment. Tauru road and NH 48 in Delhi NCR and Bhiwandi in Mumbai remained attractive markets during the quarter.

“3PL operators are targeting larger dense markets with good-quality infrastructure for expansion to ensure quick delivery of online orders. It contributed to more than 2/3^rd of the total leasing in Mumbai, led by select large deals. Average deal size by 3PL operators in the city  was more than 2 lakh sq feet, 69% higher than pan India average. 3PL operators will continue to eye larger markets as they look to augment their distribution network.” says Vimal Nadar, Senior Director, and Head of Research, Colliers India.

Trends in Grade A Gross absorption (mn sq ft)

City	Q1 2022	Q1 2023	YoY Change
Bengaluru	0.9	0.7	-18%
Chennai	0.7	1.0	38%
Delhi NCR	1.7	2.1	22%
Mumbai	1.3	1.8	37%
Pune	1.8	1.6	-15%
TOTAL	6.4	7.2	11%

Source: Colliers

Note: Data pertains to Grade A buildings

While industrial and warehousing demand remained sturdy during Q1 2023, new supply across top 5 cities was limited. Supply across top 5 cities declined 8% YoY, at 5.8 mn sq ft, as developers remained watchful on the evolving demand scenario. Higher raw material prices and increased logistics costs also impacted new project completions across major markets. Over the next few quarters, developers will continue to remain cautious and are likely to bring in supply to meet market demand, keeping market fundamentals intact.

Owing to limited available supply and robust demand, vacancy levels across top 5 cities dropped by 170 basis points YoY during Q1 2023 to 8.1%. Majority of the markets except Delhi-NCR saw single digit vacancy levels, backed by steady demand from 3PL, FMCG & engineering companies. With demand being upbeat amidst limited supply, rentals across top micro-markets saw an annual rise. Chakan in Pune, and Bhiwandi in Mumbai were some of the key micro markets which saw an uptick in rentals by 14% and 6% respectively.  

City wise top 2 industrial / warehousing micro-markets Q1 2023
	Q1 2023 Demand (mn sq ft)	Share in total demand of the city (%)
Mumbai
Bhiwandi1	1.8	100%
Delhi-NCR
NH-482	0.7	32%
Sonipat	0.4	17%
Pune
Chakan	0.9	60%
Talegoan	0.5	33%
Chennai
Oragadam	0.7	65%
NH-163	0.2	22%
Bengaluru
Hoskote-Narsapura	0.4	55%
Anekal	0.2	28%

Source: Colliers

Note: Data pertains to Grade A warehousing/Industrial spaces only

1: Bhiwandi: Mankoli, Vadape, Padgha, Vashere

2: NH-48: Gurugram -Binola, Pataudi Road, Jamalpur- Panchgaon Road, Bilaspur-Tauru Road, Dharuhera

3: NH-16 (Chennai Kolkata Highway): Gummidipoondi, Sricity, Redhills, Poochiathipedu, Periyapalayam, Vishnuvakkam

“Over the last 7-8 quarters, demand in Pune has largely outpaced supply, with vacancy dropping significantly to 6.3% during Q1 2023. Demand from automobile & engineering sectors remains unabated & continues to account for at least 50% on an average. Riding high on this strong demand, multiple large scale warehousing parks have been planned in the Chakan-Talegaon region. This is expected to provide occupiers quality warehousing space options in next 2-3 years, thus aiding growth. Influx of superior quality warehousing spaces coupled with robust demand from occupiers will push rentals upward & keep the overall market active.” says Animesh Tripathi, Managing Director, Pune and Mid-India Industrial and logistics services, Colliers India.

Trends in Grade A Supply (mn sq ft)

City	Q1 2022	Q1 2023	YoY Change
Bengaluru	0.8	0.5	-44%
Chennai	1.0	1.2	28%
Delhi NCR	2.3	1.1	-52%
Mumbai	1.0	1.3	29%
Pune	1.2	1.7	38%
TOTAL	6.3	5.8	-8%

Source: Colliers

Note: Data pertains to Grade A buildings

Trends in Grade A Vacancy rate (%)

City	Q1 2023
Bengaluru	7.0%
Chennai	4.7%
Delhi NCR	11.3%
Mumbai	8.0%
Pune	6.3%
Pan India	8.1%

Source: Colliers

Note: Data pertains to Grade A buildings

During Q1 2023, large deals (>100,000 sq ft) accounted for about 80% of the demand. Amongst larger deals, 3PL companies accounted for the highest share, followed by FMCG & engineering companies. While Delhi NCR saw the highest leasing overall, Mumbai accounted for the highest share in large-sized deals, followed by Pune. Also, more than 80% of deals in FMCG and Electronics were large-sized deals. Prominent retailers and FMCG players are undertaking large scale expansions, led by rising consumption in metro cities.

Izzhaar is the official gifting and invitation partner for the 68th Filmfare Awards

Gifting is a beautiful experience and nobody does it better than Izzhaar. A passion turned into a business by Ruchita Bansal, Izzhaar is a bespoke service specializing in timeless, luxurious and handcrafted gifting. Izzhaar’s philosophy is to promote sustainable gifting practices by applying thoughtfulness and attention to detail every step of the way.

Over the last few years, Izzhaar has become synonymous with celebrities and the most revered and prestigious award functions like IIFA, Filmfare and Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival. And this year is no different with Izzhaar being the official gifting and invitation partner for the 68th Filmfare awards. 

At Izzhaar, our passion is to create beautiful connections with every gift chosen. With title sponsors like Hyundai, this year’s invitation draws its inspiration from the glamourous and always moving lifestyle of the stars from the tinsel town. The ‘Carbar’, as it is called, is a beautifully crafted invitation for the 68th Filmfare awards that are refined down to the finest detail, making every box extraordinary and every ride unforgettable. This handcrafted box has a special compartment for a bottle, along with all the accessories like an Ice bucket, Shaker, Peg Measurer, Muddler, Ice cube holder, Opener, Stainer along with Gourmet Nuts. What we have created is more than a gift. It’s a piece of a Bollywood life lived every moment in the most opulent way.

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