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As we drive into the year 2021, we all aspire to catalyse a positive change in our lives to soothe the chaos created by the COVID-19 crisis. Having survived the turbulence caused by the global pandemic, the business world greets the new year with new hopes and aspirations. Though the lessons learned from the ‘crisis like no other’ will allow the leaders from diverse verticals to establish more resilient business models, an influential leadership can make a huge difference against the present backdrop.

Witness a journey of transition from an entrepreneurial leadership to influential governance

A leader safeguards his company alongside syncing with his followers’ key interests. To me, true leaders never influence people with authority, rather they motivate the followers to tie them into one knot in pursuit of a common objective. This edition is a perfect imitation that showcases the definition of such prominent leaders. Many business tycoons featured in this issue have perfectly exhibited utmost dedication towards making a steadfast presence of their business ventures in the industry. And our endeavours are solely inclined towards highlighting their triumph tales in our brand-new edition. This time, Business Connect shines the spotlight on a few outstanding business leaders who have flagged their names in the business world with some extraordinary offerings. Perseverant efforts and zealous attitude of the business elites of these budding ventures are commendable. Fulfilling their promise to serve their clientele with unparalleled services, these startups have become synonymous of reliability. Our adroit team has composed this exclusive publication with the hand-picked stories of such emerging enterprises, that assured exceptional services and products to their esteemed consumer base. In our upcoming edition, MOST INFLUENTIAL BUSINESS LEADERS TO FOLLOW IN 2021, we have featured positive profiles of some eminent business heads who have shown enough pluck and put forth their steadfast insights on various aspects of the businesses. I believe the significant contribution made by these entrepreneurial ventures is often overlooked. The considerable job opportunities offered from their end are crucial to make our economy stable and sustainable. It is a well-known fact that words of admiration always instigate a sense of improving performance. Keeping the above premise in consideration, we as a community should always encourage and acknowledge good performances. Being involved in business journalism, we intend to align our efforts towards the benefits of our readers by offering them unique business tips and exclusive strategies by promoting the career expeditions of different business leaders and their respective companies. In this forthcoming edition, our team has featured the captivating success story of Arjun Amin, the Managing Director of Urbanaac Infrastructures on the cover page. Stimulating the fire of entrepreneurship in your heart, Arjun’s journey from an aspiring entrepreneur to an influential leader, making a mark in the respective industry, will leave you exhilarated. At last, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our readers, for they are the driving force that allows us to push our boundaries and come up with more sophisticated editions every time. I hope our Magazine keeps you serving as a gateway to the latest innovations while elevating your spirits with enthusing inspiration.

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MEET ARJUN AMIN

The Man behind Urbanaac Infrastructures

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Revolutionizing conventional building activities with tailor-made precast elements

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In its core, Urbanaac envisions to see India evolve as an ‘InfraDriven Superpower’ by offering revolutionary changes in the respective industry. Its adamant commitment towards delivering best-in-class precast solutions via innovation, automation and value engineering is allowing it to ensure a competitive edge over its peers.

As the year 2021 is dawning with new hopes for the business world, Business Connect presents an edition that will be a stimulus to the budding entrepreneurs in the New Year. Here, our magazine has come up with an enthralling success story that will kindle the flames of entrepreneurship within you. Our team has caught up with the MD of Urbanaac Infrastructures, Arjun Amin, to be acquainted with the significant offerings that he has introduced to the infrastructure sector.

THE COMPANY AT A GLANCE Urbanaac is one of Gujarat’s Leading Turnkey Precast Solution Providers that spans over an area of 1.2 million sq. ft. manufacturing facility, located 40 Km away from the city of Ahmedabad. The company renders absolute solutions in Detailed Designing, Production, Transportation and Erection of RCC precast elements for Infra and Construction Industry, right from the conception to the completion.

Urbanaac conveys the success story of Mr. Arjun who begin this entrepreneurial venture with the motivation instigated in him by his father. Talking about his father, Arjun reveals that he was an avid believer of Krishna’s Philosophy and rigidly reckoned on the concept of ‘Karma’.

Urbanaac, with its world-class manufacturing facility, has made a mark in the industry with its turnkey infrastructural solutions that ensure wonders with prompt access and its distribution of premium infrastructure components at a breathtaking pace.

Leading Urbanaac at the forefront as the Managing Director, Arjun is making his name in the game. He shares that his father was a perfect exemplar of a hard-working and ambitious individual. But unfortunately, Arjun happened to lose his dad at a very young age. Having to believe that his father is watching over him all the times, has been his pedestal of strength and motivation in the journey.

COMMENDABLE FORESIGHTS TO DEAL WITH CHALLENGES The MD expresses that embracing the challenges wholeheartedly can help one emerge out as a roaring success. Moreover, he states that unforeseen challenges are an inevitable part of every journey we choose. To him, what is crucial is to stay unnerved and forge ahead without deviating from the right path. Unforeseen challenges bring uncertainty to life, trying to deviate one from one’s core focus. But, Arjun believes one must avoid making impulsive decisions at such uncertain times to be a success in any aspect of life.

Regarding the infrastructure and construction industry, Mr.Arjun shares that this industry contributes to around 20% of India’s GDP. The sector is majorly responsible for propelling India’s overall development and receives intense focus from the Government for facilitating the policies, that would ensure timebound creation of a world-class infrastructure in the country. He further adds that to turn India’s vision to become the largest economy into a living reality, the smarter infrastructure development process has become the necessity of the moment. But still, a majority of construction processes relies upon conventional methodologies.

WORKING TOGETHER ON A UNITED FRONT Mr.Arjun believes that healthy interaction between the team members and continuous nurturing of the team has been of utmost importance to the organization.

The prolonged timelines of infrastructural projects cause enormous financial loss to the nation. Mr.Arjun asserts that keeping the Indian market and its present scenario into consideration, Precast seems to be the most amicable solution to shorten the timelines and improve the quality of these processes.

Their fundamental framework stands steadfast on the foundation of establishing new benchmarks with quality products and create infrastructure marvels with the help of a combination of innovation and technology. The MD elucidates, ``We have incorporated the best international practices of standardization to provide the best-in-class product to the client on time, to raise the bars of service standards and pave the way for the industry to follow our footsteps. We reckon on the notion that establishing an appropriate system is the key towards

Being substantive in the industry, Urbanaac strives to emerge out as a torch bearer to provide absolute Precast Solutions for the first time in Gujarat and catalyzing the transformation of unorganized Infra and Construction Industry in the best possible manner. 11

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delivering a quality product & services to our clients and for this, we ensured ISO standards right from our inception and followed them rigorously.``

Furthermore, he also has been reading a lot about Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, one of the most influential personalities the world ever witnessed. He finds Dr Kalam’s journey, from plinth to paramount, truly exhilarating to mankind.

SUCCESS MANTRA Resilience, perseverance and discipline are the key aspects of living a quality life, asserts Mr. Arjun. He firmly believes that life should be perceived with a crystal clear vision. To be successful, one must make decisions that are not influenced by anyone.

The MD shares that breaking the monotonous pattern of the daily routine is essential to relax the mind and enhance one’s efficiency. To him, travelling is the best way to do this. He reveals, “Whenever I get an opportunity, I would pack my bag and go to explore an unseen destination. Travelling to explore different places fills me with great excitement. It helps a lot to expose oneself to newer dimensions and better thoughts and also a perfect way to stay updated with the latest happenings across the world.”

Furthermore, he states that leadership is all about bravely facing the failures and simultaneously working hard towards attaining the best results in one’s favour. “Excellent leadership can be predicted by looking at the team’s dedication and determination. Urbanaac is blessed with an efficient and hardworking team that relentlessly endeavor to take the company to greater heights.”

ABOUT THE MILESTONES Since its establishment, Urbanaac has envisioned the implementation of Precast in Gujarat and set up a relevant infrastructure in this regard. It is the first and foremost milestone, it takes pride in achieving as a startup. At present, the company’s production capacity is of 4.5 Million sq. ft, with an unprecedented capacity to expand by up to 5 times that ensures a promising start.

DYNAMISM INSPIRED FROM THE DYNAMOS The COVID-19 scenario has been more about reading and introspecting to him. As a committed adherent of Krishna, he always seeks guidance from his teachings. The lessons learned from Krishna’s life have played a significant role in shaping what he is today. Additionally, Arjun is extremely inspired by the career trajectory of Mr. Ratan Tata who is considered a role model for millions of entrepreneurs across the globe. “Mr. Tata is a competent, courteous and optimist individual who dedicated his skills, knowledge and efforts towards nation-building while building his empire that is well-reckoned for its business values across the world.,” continues the MD. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 3 | Special Edition January 2021 INDIA

Mr. Arjun states, “Having been able to contribute towards some engineering marvels and one- of- its- kind structures, grant us with immense satisfaction. We are majorly contributing to the development of infrastructure at – Motera Stadium – ‘World’s Largest Cricket Stadium’, that is entirely precast-based and considered the first-rated infrastructure globally. Apart from 12

that, we are also working for Gujarat’s most prestigious University – ‘Ahmedabad University’ and also associated with one of Mumbai’s most luxurious hotels, situated at the T2- Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. These are some of the major projects that we have a hand in so far and have high hopes to emerge out as flag bearer in this industry.” GLIMPSES OF THE FUTURE ENDEAVORS “India is a land of burgeoning opportunities for the opportunists. Taking major steps to emerge out as the World’s Largest Economy, India will soon become a self-reliant country. Now, India is being looked at as a strategically investing nation by the rest of the world. Also, the corporate world has been seeking these possibilities long since and converting these possibilities into opportunities is now in our hands only.,” opines Mr. Arjun. The team is inclined towards expanding its production facility from 4.5 million sq. ft. to over 22 million sq. ft. within the existing facility in Gujarat in the upcoming five years. Post-2025, Urbanaac will expandits facility to 4-5 different locations, ensuring PAN India presence. A TOKEN OF ADVICE TO BUDDING ENTREPRENEURS The Managing Director advises youth to chase their passion and incessantly strive to succeed accordingly. He firmly believes that there is no substitute for hard work and people should always strive for perfection. “It is perhaps a beginning of a new era, post the pandemic, where it is going to be all about re-learning, re-thinking and re-innovating and how quick we transform ourselves. We have to be optimists to fill our surroundings with positive energy. Failures are major steps towards progress. Any mistake will teach you a lesson that will bring you closer to your success. Moreover, building a committed team is a key contributor to a company’s success. And, the coordination of your staff with your mission is a crucial aspect of influential leadership. So, maintain harmony among all these aspects and be a pioneer in the domain.,” conveys Mr. Arjun.

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“There are moments when you come across different challenges. Stay strong and focused, and you will be able to recognize these difficulties with a better perspective when you have gained experience, abilities, and trust to help you transform these barriers into stepping stones for success. Let’s make it clear using an analogy. If a trekker constantly keeps fretting about the rough footslog, he will be devoid of the enthralling experience from the scenic elegance of his surroundings. As they say- It is about the journey; not the destination, businesses operate on the same philosophy. One must learn to relish the journey while chasing one’s goals to reach the pinnacle and make a mark in the world.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Inspirational Life Story

When we look around, we see success stories of many people which motivates us to work hard despite the challenges and turbulences in the journey towards success. One such inspirational tale lies in the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger. Born on 30th July 1947 in Austria, Arnold Schwarzenegger started his career from scratch with a not-so-adorable childhood. Nothing could stop the dedicated person in Arnold, not even his family tragedies. The best action hero of all time has faced challenges in nearly every step of his life, but he believed in himself and climbed the ladder of success.

• BUILDING YEARS With a phenomenal career, Arnold Schwarzenegger is acclaimed to be the most popular personality alive. Alongside being the best action movie star, Arnold is undoubtedly the most recognized and famous bodybuilder. In his entire childhood, Arnold faced a conflicting relationship with his father under the suspicion of Arnold not being the biological son of Gustav Schwarzenegger, and due to this, he was neglected over his elder brother. Inspired by his father, Arnold pushed himself towards sports from a young age and deep-dived into weight lifting and bodybuilding, and it soon turned into his passion. For the same, Arnold’s mother remained sceptic and thought his son was ill when she saw the pictures of male body builders in his room, for which she even called the doctors. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 3 | Special Edition January 2021 INDIA

“ What we face may look

insurmountable, but what I learned is that we are always stronger than we know.

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At age 18, Arnold served his compulsory Austrian Army’s oneyear service as a tank driver where he was put in a military prison under the charges of insubordination for participating in the Junior Mr. Europe competition. Interestingly, Arnold Schwarzenegger purchased the tank he drove after he became successful.

• PERSONAL LIFE In 1986, Arnold married Maria Shriver of the Kennedy family and lived in Brentwood neighbourhood of Los Angeles in California. Both Arnold and Maria gave birth to four children named Katherine, Christina, Patrick, and Christopher, and in 2011 the couple shockingly opted for separation. Years later, it was discovered that Arnold had another child out of wed lock with the family maid who was born days after Christopher’s birth. Regretting the incident, Arnold said “As inspirational as I am for my accomplishments, my mistakes should also serve as a warning” because this led to family pain and splitting up of the whole family.

Genuinely speaking, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s age was never a barrier for him to excel in his career. However, he has achieved remarkable milestones at a very young age. Here, one of them is the Mr. Universe competition which he won at his second attempt in 1967 just at the age of 20, making him the youngest person ever to win the competition. After that, he won the same competition thrice.

Today, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s bodybuilding books, his life struggles, and achievements are a great source of motivation and inspiration for everyone.

Hereafter, Arnold Schwarzenegger moved to Munich in Germany and attended a business school. There he spelt one of his coaches “I’m going to become the greatest actor”, and the amount of confidence Arnold carried can be seen in the sentence mentioned above. Arnold considered America to be the land of opportunity, and he got the ticket to move to the USA with his Mr. Universe trophy. As soon as he moved to the city of prospects, he left his Austrian accent. • TRAGEDY In 1971, Arnold’s brother, Meinhard, died in a traffic accident, and a year and a half later, Arnold Schwarzenegger lost his father too. Despite possessing a good relationship with brother Meinhard, he did not attend his funeral with the fear of having to face his father with whom he didn’t carry a good relation. • POPULARITY THROUGH MOVIES The evergreen actor’s desire to embark upon the journey of acting was realized after he was cast in Hercules in New Yorkin 1969. He got increasing fame with the 1977 movie name Pumping Iron. Things came to his favour since his 1982 movie role in Conan the Barbarian, after which he was up for the lead position in the sequel Conan the Destroyer. In the same year, Arnold Schwarzenegger played his most famous role of The Terminator. This movie solidified his image as an action hero alongside the popular actor Sylvester Stallone. 17

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PEARL GROUP

Perfection in Diversity Indranil Roy | Business Connect

W SHARIQ ASHRAF Director

ith an initial focus on cargo handling for import/export cargo, Mr Jamshaid Ashraf laid the foundation of the Pearl Group in the year 1991. And with time, the company diversified itself into multiple verticals; and the business expanded geographically as well. Initially, Pearl Group started operating from Mumbai that now has expanded to Pune, Mundra, Bangalore, the UAE, Malaysia, and Singapore, and also has agencies in 14 other countries. With time, the verticals have been stretched further to NVOCC/Freight Forwarding, complete Tech-Enabled Security Solutions, Warehouse Management, Security, Staffing Solutions, and Facility Management Services. From the time of inception, the company strongly focused on providing the best to its clients which certainly sets it apart from most of its competitors. A BOSS SAYS “GO”, A LEADER SAYS “LET’S GO” Following in their father’s footsteps, Shariq Ashraf and Shayan Ashraf are leading the organization as Directors. When asked Shariq, he stated that good leadership isn’t about directing people to follow one’s instructions but it is about values and ethics that you imbibe in your team for them to follow. To him, leadership is about giving freedom and responsibilities to the employees to help them grow. He gives the credit to his global upbringing which helped him learn from some of the best across industries. He studied at the University of Oxford and later joined the BCG (The Boston Consulting Group) in Australia that gave him an enormous opportunity to work closely with and to learn from some of the sharpest people across the globe. He believes it is through the ethic of hard work, of focusing on important goals and ignoring distractions, of being fair to others, of respecting and earning the trust of your employees and clients that form the base for success as a leader. WORK-LIFE BALANCE DURING THE CRISIS The outbreak of Covid-19 has turned the lives upside down for many but strong are those

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who found opportunities in times of crisis like these. Pearl Group did the same. With the exodus of employees back to their respective states, the team went on aggressive recruitment locally and provided training sessions to local recruits to expedite the process. As a result, now the Pearl Group has a much stronger supply of workers than they did before COVID, and are functionally in a better place than pre-COVID times. ALIGNING THE VISION AND THE MISSION At the Pearl Group, it is of utmost priority to see that all the employees are in sync with the vision that drives the company and is aligned with it. Operationally, translating this vision and mission into executable actions, and then building those actions and deliverables as part of the KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) of the team members is what helps drive the high-level vision into real, tactical, executable strategies at the ground level. R&D- A SUCCESS STORY OF ANY COMPANY Without an eye for detail for R&D, it is strenuous to sustain an edge in business. The company continues to invest in Research and Development throughout all the verticals for finding and testing the best materials and suppliers to guarantee secure transit over belligerent waters or creating security system solutions that are bespoke to cater to the specific requirements of the clients. The company has strived hard and invested in abundance to stay parallel to the technical advancements. They built and implemented an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Software that has been customized for their cargo handling business. Likewise, for the NVOCC/Freight Forwarding business, they have a customized ERP in place for the clients to trace the containers with their cargo and get real time inventory availability across the globe. For security services, they set up cutting edge technology, from ANPRS (Automatic Number Plate Recognition Systems) for vehicular access control, to vehicle tracking GPS systems, FRS (Facial Recognition Systems) for access control as well as for alerts, RFID based patrolling systems, and many more such technologies. WORK CULTURE AND TEAM MANAGEMENT Sound work environment culture adjusts representative practices and company policies with the general objectives of the organization, while likewise considering the prosperity of people. The management at the organization is firm about a few attributes that their employees must follow; proactivity, responsibility vs accountability, and honesty. Shariq says he wants his employees to take ownership of their roles and not just be accountable but also be responsible for what they do. He believes in creating an environment that sets his employees free to deliver the KPIs. At the same point, the Director expects complete honesty from the employees wherein they share their failures, in asking for help when required, so larger teams can collaborate to help increase effectiveness and efficiency. Mr. Ashraf believes it is imperative to develop supportive surroundings and that every failure should be considered as an opportunity to learn something.

Directors, Pearl Group CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY- HIGHEST UTILIZATION OF THE FORCE OF LIFE “Every generation needs a reformer, if you don’t have one, be one.” For Shariq, it is principal for any organization to give back to society. A strong CSR program is an open door for organizations to exhibit their great corporate citizenship and shield the organization from outsized danger by taking a gander at the entire social and ecological circle that encompasses the organization. Pearl Group has engaged itself with multiple CSR activities. The group is providing computers for education to economically weaker sections by liaising with an NGO in Mumbai and is also engaged in developing vocational skills training for women in Bihar through a program called “Hunar”, that enables them to earn their livelihood and attain independence. Shayan spearheads the group’s efforts in working with NGOs that prevent cruelty towards animals, and help abandoned animals find loving and caring homes. FAR-SEEING PLANS A business strategy can be utilized as an instrument to distinguish where you are at the moment and in which direction you wish your business to develop. A strategy will likewise guarantee that you meet certain key targets and oversee business needs. In the last few years, Pearl Group has diversified into various other verticals and looks forward to achieving deeper market penetration in those sectors. Shariq assumes that in the next 5 years, the organization will evolve into consolidation and will strengthen its presence in the market. WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE READERS

“Whatever you do, don’t chase the money – chase your passions, the money will follow. Be keen and eager to explore various opportunities early in life, you never know what opportunities life will throw your way. And whatever life does throw your way, take it positively, as an opportunity. We cannot control or choose every event that happens to us, but we can control and choose our reactions to them. As they say, it’s the sails and not the gales that decide the direction of the ship. And lastly, never be afraid of making mistakes – if you try, you might fail, but if you don’t try, you will definitely fail!” 19

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Tourism

5 Awesome Trips in India under INR 5000 Since winter is here, it is time to get out of your own state and enjoy the best of what nature has to offer. Today, we are going to highlight the top 5 awesome and beautiful places in India, which will not cost you much to travel to. These places are breathtaking, eye-opening, and jaw-dropping. Here is our pick of places that you can visit under Rs 5,000

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Himachal Pradesh is one of the breathtaking places of India known as “Devobhoomi” (Abode of Gods). There are many tourist attractions in this state that won’t take your eyes off. One of the well-preserved natural beauty spots is Kasauli, it is a small hill station - nearby Shimla, and here, thousands of people come to this hill station to behold nature. Now you must have questions, when should we go? Well, it is totally up to you what season do you like most, if you want to enjoy snowfall and chilly winter, then Oct to Feb month is best for you. Around Rs 3,000 to 4,000 will cost you.

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Kanyakumari, situated at around 85 km from Trivandrum, where you can see lofty patches of red cliffs along with deep blue waters, obviously a three major water bodies Bay of Bengal, Indian ocean, and the Arabian Sea. Also, you can enjoy beautiful monuments and Vivekanand Memorial & the Thiruvalluvar Statue from the beach. The most wonderful view of Kanyakumari is sunset and sunrise at the one time. Believe me, you would not have any words to describe them. Let’s get back to the budget, accommodation will cost you around 800, and 250 to 300 bus tickets, the rest can spend further in the Kanyakumari.

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Tawang is a fast-growing tourist place located at an altitude of 3048-meter in the midst of the mighty Himalayas. People here come to see the picturesque landscape, waterfall, and spiritual significance. This is also known for its Buddhist monasteries, here you can see a huge influx of travelers all year around. This is the place where people should come once in their lifetime to see exquisite nature view. I’m pretty sure, it will win your heart. The journey of Tawang can be accomplished at an affordable price as compare to other tourist destinations.

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TAWANG, ARUNACHAL PRADESH

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan is known as the pink city, where ancient work of arts catches people’s eyes. Many places in Udaipur are worth visiting, such as Amber Fort and Place, Hawa Mahal (Place of the Winds), Nahargarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, Jantar Mantar, and city palace. Every ancient fort has its own story. The city you can explore at a very reasonable price, you can find the best hotel at the price of around 1,000 INR, the tour guide will cost you Rs 500, and food 500 INR.

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Having a conversation about nature and do not talk about Uttarakhand’s mesmerizing view. It means we are committing crimes because this is the place that sits in the lap of nature. There is a place called Mussoorie that won’t let you go anywhere. This glittering hill station is a paradise for a nature lover and romantic muse for honeymoon couples. The place is featured with stately hotels, cozy cafes, old taverns, and more. It is located at around 35kms from Dehradun. The best time to visit this place from Sept to Nov. travel fair is not expansive at all, you can go via train or bus, which will cost around 1,000 to 1,500 as per transportation you choose.

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Service Integration Squad

Leading the industry with its exemplary efficacy Ashwathy Nair | Business Connect

he surge in several diseases, viruses, germs, etc, has left people disappointed but has fuelled the growth of the Pest Control Industry in leaps and bounds. Owing to the ubiquity of such problems, people are seeking pest extermination professionals, resulting in the upheaved demand for proficient service providers in the domain. Moreover, this industry has been estimated to excel annually at a rate of 5.2% in the upcoming years, opening the door to multiple business opportunities. A plethora of enterprises are now intervening this domain with their innovative services. The pest control industry has always been a fairly recession-proof sector. Several businesses have drastically collapsed amid the pandemic situation that emphasized the need to seek the cutting edge services to uphold mankindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existence. A dedicated pest management service-provider, Service Integration Squad Pvt. Ltd has acknowledged its responsibility to pave the way for social upliftment being the leading organisation in the industry. The Founder and CEO of the company, Naveen Kumar Rana has been taking the organisation to greater heights with his thought leadership and professional acumen.

As a leader, it is high time to prioritize our people to make a difference and add value to society. Recognizing the needs to pacify the aftereffects of the current hardships can allow us to carve a better future altogether. Asserts Naveen

ABOUT ITS COMPETITIVE EDGE Service Integration Squad operates on the business philosophy where renewal contracts are the priority over the renewed client-base. The recurrent revenues from

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NAVEEN KUMAR RANA

Founder & CEO, Service Integration Squad Pvt. Ltd.

the same clients have successfully ensured their name in the game. To stand by its well-earn reputation, the team always pay intense heed on customer feedbacks and testimonials. Moreover, their eco-friendly pest control services have allowed them to sustain their reputation in the market. A LEADER IMPARTING EXCEPTIONAL WISDOM Leadership has a lot more aspects than just giving orders. Managing the employees is one of those parameters and possessing a positive attitude is the most critical skill to be a peer leader. As it is said- Misery loves company and so does positivity. “Your peers will follow your footsteps keeping in sync with your attitude and approach tasks.”, says the Founder.

AN ENTHRALLING WORK CULTURE Naveen reckons on the fact that the leadership, strategic organizational directions and management enormously influences the work culture of an organisation. At Service Integration Squad, the management ensures an optimistic work culture that improves teamwork, elevates the morale, enhances productivity and efficiency to retain the workforce. The company constantly endeavours job satisfaction, collaboration and work performance in favour of its employees while ensuring a jubilant and stress-free ecosystem. Moreover, the Founder believes that employee motivation is the key to overall success. Multiple effective techniques help a business leader to keep his workforce engaged and inspired to have a long-lasting effect on their productivity. For this, a leader must know to encourage, praise and recognize every single achievement of his employees. Apart from this, ensuring an inclusive approach and incentivizing the employees will also allow more employee- engagement in favour of an organisation.

Naveen believes that good decision making is quite a daunting task for any leader under unfavourable conditions. He further adds that at times when there is a crisis of uncertainty arriving at overwhelming speed with a huge magnitude, organisations become numb to make big-bet decisions. He suggests that in such circumstances, a leader must take a moment to step back, take stock, anticipate and prioritize accordingly. “Ensuring tiny but critical choices while involving the whole team in any decision making will do wonders for sure.”, conveys Naveen.

APPROACHING CSR WITH DISTINCT INSIGHTS Naveen has unique insights when it comes to defining corporate social responsibility. He aspires to positively impact his customers, people, suppliers and communities across his businesses that are beyond legal and regulatory obligations. There are a few commitments to CSR offered from his end – Long-term investment to bring out the best in their people, investments on their communities, engaging with endcustomers, managing the environmental impacts, maintaining effective health and safety management systems, etc.

Furthermore, Naveen always looks up to those who are always clear in their convictions, respectful to others, instigates positive change, make a difference, and care about something greater than themselves. To him, learning from other industry leaders is quite valuable. And there are a few books that have been a source of valuable insights to him- How to win friends and influence people by Dale Carnegie, The 7 habits of highly effective people by Stephen Covey, and The Obstacle is the way by Ryan Holiday.

FUTURE OUTLOOKS In the upcoming years, the Naveen’s brainchild foresees a bright and blazing future. To this respect, he unveils, “In the next five years, the company will spin off at least six successful subsidiaries, that will all be run by someone other than myself. My core team members will love their new jobs in the family or will be at the point where things are good enough for them to consider early retirement.”

PAYING ENOUGH HEED TO R&D Naveen states that R&D plays a significant role to improve the products and develop some innovative ones too. He believes that constant feedbacks from consumers and workers about their experience with the product allows improvement. In this regard, his team ensures that such feedbacks are well-utilized to develop effective solutions. The expertise of his workforce ensures a cutting edge to their products effortlessly. At present, there is no separate body performing the R&D process individually, but they will establish one shortly.

MESSAGE FOR THE BUDDING ENTREPRENEURS

“Instead of freaking out about challenges, embrace them. Let them guide you. Challenges drive innovation and force focus. Rather than trying to remove those challenges, use those to your advantage. I would like to share a famous quote for upcoming entrepreneurs “Tough times never last, but tough people do.”

SYNERGY WITH TECHNOLOGY Apart from infusing innovation in the offered solutions, another aspect that helps a company scale the heights of success is technology. Naveen elucidates that most exciting trend in the pest management industry is all about embracing the latest technological advancements. There Electronic Monitoring (EM) is an advancing technology that allows pest control professionals to remotely monitor a variety of pests in and around the premises. The team adeptly noted that the smart devices ensure real-time pest activity data while ensuring a more robust picture of pest activity within a processing facility.

~Naveen Kumar Rana- The Founder

Moreover, the utilization of remote sensing devices to detect the presence of rodents has been proved quite effective to eradicate such pests. Naveen says that such technologies have allowed them to perform outstandingly while serving the clients. In future, they will rely more and more on such technological advancements to stay ahead of the curve.

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Lifestyle

8 Essentials and Stylish Clothes for Everyone During the Winter Winter has already knocked our doors; it is time to add up more layers to stay warmer. In the modern world, what we wear is incredibly important. For that reason, today we are going to pick 8 essential winter clothes for everyone.

A FLANNEL SHIRT JACKET Flannel Shirts are softer and thicker than common button-front shirts. This soft and fabric made from wool, cotton, or synthetic fiber. As you know that low thermal concavity transfers heat gradually. In that case, the flannel Shirt Jacket is perfect for winter.

LEATHER JACKET A Leather Jacket is a versatile clothing sense that everyone should have in their wardrobe. Since it comes is in wide verities of design, you can choose whatever you want to wear. There are many different ways you can wear them with nearly any other outfit. When winter temp falls down, rug up in a hoodie, or keep it casual with the t-shirt below.

PEA COAT The Double-breast Overcoat was initially worn by American and European sailors. But now it has become a fashion option, it is also very essential for everyone throughout the winter season. Whether you are going to the office or on a date, the Peat Coat will give you a massive perfect look by wearing it.

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BLACK JEANS Generally, Back and Dark colored clothes consider to be attractive and can go with pretty much any outfit combination you can think of. In that case, it would great to buy black jeans to wear, especially in the winter season. It doesn’t matter your style is rebellious or boho or business, either way, you can rock with black denim jeans. For an attractive look, you can wear black jeans with a bold suit jacket or leather jacket, also don’t forget to put on a slick pair of boots.

A WOOL OVERCOAT Once you wear Wool Overcoat, the chilliest winter goes away from you. Although, it comes pretty expensive but definitely worth buying winter season clothing. This clothing is a must to in the starter pack of any gentleman. Available in many different colors and size, wearing this Overcoat make you feel sung. In order to match the rest of the wardrobe, pick bold colors like camel, charcoal, and navy blue.

BOOTS Feet and Neck should be covered appropriately because these two body parts are most prone to the cold, meaning as footwear and muffler are such things which you truly cannot get through winter without. There are tons of designs of shoes available in the market, but their rea winning quality is the style and comfort they offer. If you are heading the market for shoes, be sure to buy stylish shoes along with comfort as per winter season.

WOOL BLAZER Wool Blazer is considered stylishly, comfy, and warmly cloth for everyone in winter. To wear a blazer casually, you have to be here a little choosy like picking a lightweight blazer, color, and well-structured design. You can pair the blazer with a button-down shirt and black trousers for any event. Since you choose lightweight, this classic piece can be kept within arm’s reach. Although, this is a cloth that can be worn the rest of the year.

SCARF Today Wool Kashmir and even synthetic material scarves are primarily used for their ability to insulate the neck and keep it warm. Also, believe it or not, the Scarf is a masculine and stylish way to complete a cold outfit. Usually, people wrap it around their neck or let it hang loose, which is totally fine. However, Scarf tying is a skill that everyone needs to know, such as Parisian Knot style, reverse drape cross style, and Twice around style.

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Komal Jain

Scaling greater heights while imparting the seeds for healthier tomorrow Avishek Singh | Business Connect Today, the world is in dire need of empathetic leaders who can make a difference to society with their thought leadership while successfully establishing their ventures in the corporate sector. Women leaders embody such inherent traits that allow them to emerge out as phenomenal torchbearers in the business world. Being an epitome of empowerment, women are now pursuing their passion with utmost dedication and determination. Komal Jain, a woman magnate with an intense passion for farming and cooking, recognized the impact of harmful chemicals used for augmented crop growth on the human body and the environment as well. Her steadfast desire to bring forth a healthier way of living with the usage of organic products motivated her to incorporate an agrobased business venture- ‘SOW FRESH’. At present, when GM foods, chemicals and fertilizers have become a root cause of the deadliest diseases in human beings, organic farming is the necessity of the moment.

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WE BELIEVE IN A HEALTHIER WAY OF LIFE– This instigated me to become a business leader in this domain. My passion for farming & cooking for the past 24 years has eventually blossomed into a stronger desire to share the same passion with the world. says Komal

KOMAL JAIN Founder

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ABOUT ITS EXCLUSIVENESS

SOW FRESH operates on the Farm to Fork concept, where cultivation of organic produce is performed as per the seasons. The team ensures doorstep deliveries at Delhi NCR and renders nutrient-rich certified organic cold-pressed oils at international levels. In this regard, Komal accentuates on the selection of finest crops and unadulterated sources of the raw material from all across the country. In addition to its uniqueness, SOW Fresh has several internationally recognized certifications & standards. Its out-of-the-box product portfolio has extraordinary commodities like yellow mustard oil, A2 Cow Ghee enriched with Omega-3 and Hydrosols like Rose Water. Komal has ensured to empower women in the best possible way. Owing to her women to women sales strategy, her team has encouraged home-makers to become individual re-sellers to promote a steady income as well as good health among friends and families both. She states that these women are the backbone of the company.

AN OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP STYLE

Komal firmly believes that quick decision making is what defines an entrepreneur. Covid-19 brought a myriad of unforeseen challenges, but SOW FRESH has adapted itself for unprecedented situations like these in advance. They often come across multiple problems occurring out of seasonal effects or natural calamities and to make a way out of every situation, Komal ensures swift decision making to impact the business venture positively. She avidly declutters her mind with the help of meditation and then perform a SWOT analysis concerning the challenges and perform a lot of research to attain a practical solution. To this context, Komal speaks, www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 3 | Special Edition January 2021 INDIA

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My leadership is driven by my passion and purpose to have a disease-free world and this gives us a competitive edge. We are seeking a long term growth perspective and not just the sudden bottom line. I like to go beyond my comfort zone and adopt risks to ensure boosted growth for my business

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The phenomenal businesswoman aspires for a healthier and disease-free world. She believes nutrition is the key to achieve this vision and bring a wave of change to the world. Under her thought leadership, the organisation is brimming with selfmotivated individuals who have aligned themselves as per its vision and mission effectively.

ENHANCING ITS UNIQUENESS VIA R&D

SOW FRESH offers a plethora of credible products that are the results of adamant research programs performed by its determined team. Here, the diverse range of inhouse bio-fertilisers is produced by syncing with traditional methods like Beej amritam, Ghana Jeev amritam, Jeev amritam, Agniastram, Panchgavya & more. Komal has been associated with PUSA Institute of Agriculture for the past decade. This collaboration has allowed SOW FRESH to improve the yield of the crops with the help of extensive research. The unique cold-pressing technique to extract oils is the outcome of Komal’s determined efforts only. Moreover, she has learned some outstanding farming practises in Iceland, Japan, New Zealand, Indian villages and got herself enlighten with some exclusive organic farming techniques.

SAILING THROUGH THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Komal speaks that amid the peak of the pandemic, they heavily invested in logistics

Her team ensured connectivity via virtual modes of communication and reached vast audiences through social media platforms. Having survived COVID-19 herself, Komal acknowledges the need for being close to nature for a healthier body and mind. I spend a lot of time on the fitness regime that I had neglected earlier. But now I follow a strict schedule of walking, yoga, pranayama and meditation that offers me a perfect work-life balance.” continues the Founder.

THE WORK CULTURE AT A GLANCE

Under the guidance of Komal Jain, people associated with the company automatically align their efforts with its vision and mission. The management ensures the well-being of the employees and establishes an exuberant work culture. They ensure to adjoin the self – motivated individuals who can take the company to greater heights with their fortes and positive attitude. Komal keeps her workforce motivated with the help of regular training sessions and workshops where they learn various aspects of dealing with the day to day operations. Moreover, farm picnics and appreciation programs set out high spirits among the teammates.

MILESTONES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

SOW FRESH has successfully crossed numerous milestones over the past years. It has received approval to sell from large retail shops at PAN India level via Modern Trade, Online channel and speciality organic boutique stores. The company has also adjoined mega food retailers in the UK while planning to expand its reach in the USA, Australia and Canada. The Founders of such companies are pretty impressed with 31

SOW FRESH’s products and are keenly promoting them at the personal level as well. SOW FRESH has started exporting of products to UAE in 2018, where people go the extra mile to purchase their bestin-class offerings. Additionally, Komal has been associated with superstar Manjula Ghattamaneni and brought up a joint venture where they promote the products in India and these plans are in pipeline to reach the USA market. SOW FRESH has been associated with different NGOs and been a part of GFI (Garbage Free India) so far. A significant portion of its earned profit is spent on cow welfare and women empowerment. It constantly endeavours to develop sustainable ways of living while majorly giving back to society via its significant offerings. Shortly, it will expand its horizons to multiple verticals while ensuring its reach to different countries as a GO TO BRAND.

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Make in India - Vocal for Local is the key term to promote Indian products and is the centre of my goal. As the volume increases, we are planning to improve efficiency and reduce the prices for better product expansion. asserts Komal.

WORDS TO CONVEY TO THE ASPIRING ENTREPRENEURS

“ INNOVATION is the key to unlock

the door to the surging success. One has to be innovative all the time, creating new ideas, listening to the consumer and syncing with their requirements. Always give them what they want, then switch to a sustainable way of life. Things have to go on and on in a cycle to ensure sustainable practices and then only, the manifestation will find its way. Komal Jain Founder SOW FRESH INDIA

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Moreover, Komal is also an avid- book reader and keeps herself motivated by reading a few inspirational books now and then. Some of her favourites areSECRET by Rhonda Byrne, IKIGAI by Hector Garcia; Francesc Miralles - The Japanese secret to a long and happy life and Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda.

network to ensure doorsteps delivery of their exclusive products. The production model was transitioned to a contact-less and advanced manufacturing process to curtail the spread of the fatal virus.

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Leading an outstanding business at the forefront, Komal believes in empowering other women and for this, she has carved a robust distributor network of women across the countries like the UK, UAE and several places in India as well. Altogether, her team of dedicated women employees constantly strives to take SOW FRESH to greater heights.

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4 Cool & Best Tech Gadget

The year 2020 will be remembered always. As the pandemic hit every country ground, gadgets became the way to communicate around the world and continue working. During this time, many tech companies have upgraded new features and introduced us.

Today we are going to look at 4 most impressive and cool Gadgets that the year gave.

HomePod Mini

Apple has designed a pretty adorable and affordable speaker called HomePod min. It is 3.9 inches wide and 3.3 inches tall speaker, which you can put anywhere without being worry about space. The outer side speaker has a soft mesh fabric cover all around it makes you feel more premium. This HomePod has a really surprising sound quality. It is really the best way to turn your home into a smart home. The speaker is available in two different colours white and Space Gray. Audio Tech: Full-range driver and dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high Frequencies. Computational audio for Real-time tuning. Four-microphone design for far-field Siri and Stereo Pair Capable.

Audio Source: Apple Music, iTunes music purchase, playing other contents from iPhone and iPad. Wireless: 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Ultra-Wideband chip for device proximity.

Apple MacBook M1

Back in June 2020, Apple made an announcement for a major change to its Macs, the change was to replacing Intel from the M1 chip. In late 2020, they finally launched MacBook M1. It comes with an M1 chip with an 8-core CPU, 7-Core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine. The new version of MacBook has Two Thunderbolt, retain display, aluminium body, and to touch bar as usual same, but inside they have really made an improvement, including double battery backup with changing size, 3 times faster CPU performance, and 5 times graphics performance. MacBook is available in three different colours silver, Space Gray, and Gold.

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iPhone 12 min

“Min but mighty” They called it to iPhone 12 min. In a world where almost every smartphone companies have been focusing on manufacturing 6 inches or larger display, while Apple has brought 5.4 inches mini flagship smartphone. It is an example that apple believes in setting trends rather than following them. Apple has also introduced the iPhone12 pro, which comes with 6 inches display thought. IPhone 12 min work with 5G cellular network of certain carriers, come with ceramic Shield front glass back and aluminium design and a 5.4-inch screen with 2532x1170 -pixel resolution at 460 PPI. It really the smallest, thinnest, lightest smartphone and has been produced it the most powerful iPhone in history.

Display: 5.4-inch OLED Display, Super Retina XDR screen. Processor: A14 Bionic Chip Operating system: iOS 14

Battery: 2227mAh, Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion, and mega Safe wireless charging Memory: 64 GB, 128GB, 256GB and 4GB and 6GB ram. Camera: 12Mp camera: Front and rear with megapixel. Ultra-Wide angels’ lens.

LG Wing

LG has introduced a unique and multitasking smartphone called LG wings, along with Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 756G processor. This smartphone will give a very pleasantly surprising vibe, once people have it in their hand. I hope it may reverse the trend. This 5g featured phone comes with a 6.8-inch P-OLED primary screen with a 1080x2460 pixels resolution and an aspect ratio of 20.5:9. LG has also designed a 3.9-inch display as a second swivel screen. You can use this smartphone horizontally and vertically as you wish. Of course, it is splashproof and dustproof and comes with back gorilla glass protection

Display: 6.8 20.5.9 FHD + Poled, 3.9” 1:1.15 GOLD Processor: Snapdragon 756G (5G) Memory: 8GB Ram / 128GB Rear Camera: Wide 64MP, Ultra-Wide Battery: 4,000mAh 33

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For Trendy Tech Accessories That Enhance Your Style Dr. Amit Mishra | Business Connect

issues with prompt responses and ready solutions. Their deliveries are fast and reliable, and they ascertain that they get the job done on time, every time. “We’re low on scale, but high on ambitions. We’re a young company, and hence we understand what the young seek,” the Founder of WrapCart says. WrapCart primarily deals in wraps for products like mobile phones, laptops, audio devices and now even debit cards. Other products include laptop sleeves, pop holders, etc. WrapCart is the only brand in the Indian market to have over four hundred varieties of wraps available for more than six hundred models. They sell protective wraps for a number of devices including chargers, audio wearables, laptops and debit cards. WrapCart is ahead of the competition curve in not just selling the maximum variety of products, but also for introducing debit card skins in India. Its creative and visionary team has a reputation for knowing the audience, and the quirky card skins prove their brilliance beyond a doubt. The company boasts of offering the best designed, most enduring products at the most reasonable prices.

ADITYA GUPTA Co Founder With technology and gadgets taking over our lives, our smartphones have become not just important tools but a social symbol that we customize according to our choice of aesthetics. These customizations need to reflect our personal style, and WrapCart helps inject our personalities into our gadgets through its incredibly cool tech accessories. The mobile and laptop skins manufactured and sold by WrapCart not only up your cool quotient, they also combine durability with style. COMPANY OVERVIEW

“Make your smartphone look smarter!”

WrapCart is a leading mobile and tech accessories brand co-founded by Aditya Gupta and Akanksha Nirbhavane, based in Kandivali, Mumbai. The brand understands the tastes of the younger generation and manufactures and sells products that are trendy and eye-catching. Their budget friendly mobile wraps are made of 3M and other high quality raw material that help protect the gadgets against scratches and wear and tear. In addition to catering to the youth with delightful mobile, laptop, and air pod skins, they have a dedicated customer support system. Their team is available round the clock to resolve every customer’s www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 3 | Special Edition January 2021 INDIA

THE JOURNEY SO FAR WrapCart is a young startup, established in 2018 by student entrepreneurs Aditya Gupta and Akanksha Nirbhavane. In the beginning, the founders struggled to convince influencers and bloggers with their brands, but with their quality deliverables they crossed this hurdle within a short span of time. They now train their team on how to persuade reputed influencers and bring them on board. Being students, managing a company alongside their courses was even more of a challenge, but they have proved their merit within just three years. The founders, with the support and commitment of their team members Roshini Yadav, Padma Yadav and Sumit Patel, have efficiently managed the brand and made it quite popular among its young clientele. WrapCart products are well loved by youngsters, especially the college going crowd. The company understands the likes and limitations of the college segment that form the majority of its customers, and offers creative new products at affordable rates. WrapCart indulges into market research diligently, and identifies and sources or manufactures such products. It revises its portfolio every so often, and always has something new and better to offer to its customers. WrapCart is always working on introducing new and creative products, like the recent skins for debit and credit cards. WrapCart has a customer-first approach to business, but it values its employees equally. The Founders believe that “When the employees are happy, the entire business is happy.” The company has flexible work timings for the entire team, along with the option of working remotely 100% of the time. They listen to the employees’ ideas and concerns, and value their opinions and contributions to the

organization. They promote creativity and personalization in the workplace. The Founders of WrapCart started with setting up a stall of potato twisters and french fries near their college, and learnt the intricacies of day to day business from it. From counting profits and losses to coordinating with manufacturers and retailers, they gained invaluable experience before launching the independent online venture, WrapCart. In three years, WrapCart has its own manufacturer, and also provides internships for marketing and business operation.

FUTURE PROSPECTS

WrapCart is making steady progress in growing into one of the most sought-after brands by the younger generation. It has crossed 100k followers on social media and is rapidly becoming its clients’ favourite. It has also made its mark in the startup industry, having been awarded the 500 Best Startups Award by India 5000. The company plans to lead the Indian market in terms of mobile and tech accessories sales in the next five years. It is also looking at expanding its reach and creating a global presence. WrapCart will soon be launching gift products, www. wrapgifts.in.

AKANKSHA NIRBHAVANE Co Founder

“Work for what you care about. Take the risk and challenge yourself. Most of all, believe in yourself.”

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Cousine

Must try These 9 Mouth Melting Foods In This Winter Season At the high of cold when sweaters and jackets can not resist winter temperatures, in that case, warming cuisine can be the best solution to warm the body within. Here we are going to know the top 9 best food that can knock off the winter chill. So, without wasting time, let’s get into it.

GAJAR KA HALWA Carrot is a winter-friendly root vegetable that gives you different tests rather than other seasons. In that case, it makes sense to cook Gajar Ka Halwa. The view of the piping hot-halwa immerse in Ghee brings water in your mouth secretly. The topping dry nuts on the Halwa are just irresistible.

SARSON KA SAAG

Sarson (Mustered Green leaves) da Saag and Makki de roti (Maze chapati) are famous and much-awaited food in India, especially Punjab. But it doesn’t matter where you live, you cannot miss this dish. The Saag isn’t merely just a flavoursome bundle, but it has a rich source whole bunch of nutrition as well, which keeps you warm.

UNDHIYU

Undhiyu is a Gujrati traditional cuisine that takes a big effort and time to cook. But don’t worry it undeniably pays off in the end. A mixture of many vegetables, Fenugreek, a generous amount of Ghee, and spices are what comprises this wintery – Gujrati delicacy. Undhiyu is a good example of winter food in India.

GOND KA LADOO

Gond Ka Ladoo is the foundation of edible gum; mean you cannot make this dam mouthwatering dessert without edible gum. It comes by extracting tree brakes. This is one such cousin that can be eaten the rest of the year. It has powerful nutrition, makes you warm. So undoubtedly, you must try this dessert in this winter season.

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LAPSI

This sweet dessert can be consumed at breakfast or at supper. Also, this serves as a dessert at the end of the meal. This food is very famous in India, which has a different name. In Gujrat and Rajasthan, people call Lapis. Ghee, dry nuts, grained wheat, and raisings are put into the dish.

CARROT PORIYAL

Another carrot dish, Carrot Poriyal is south Indian cuisine, which is made out of fresh carrot with a whole lot of spices mixture and curry leaves. The carrotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sweetness and chills make perfect balance and make the best side cuisine, which can be consumed with any food. So, what are you waiting for, order the food from your favourite south Indian restaurant.

METHI PAKORA

Methi Pakora is such a best cuisine which can be made effortlessly with very little time. With the availability of the big production in winter, seizing the chance of having these Pakoras with hot masala Chai is very important. So, it is time to invite some of your very close friends and watch your favourite show along with this cuisine.

PANJIRI

Panjiri is cooked with ghee, wheat, sugar, and a generous amount of almond. This delicious cuisine can be eaten without realizing the quantity. Having a good amount of Ghee and roasted dry nuts keeps your skin glowing in the winter. This cousin is popular in Punjabi homes. If you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eaten before ask your mom about this.

TIL PITHA (RICE CAKE)

Til Pitha is a famous dish of Assam. Also, it is easy to cook. The ingredients like Sticky Rice, Sesame Seeds, and Gur (Jaggery) are the foundation of this cuisine. The mixture of soft chewy outer side and the sweet sticky sesame will give a different and an amazing feeling. You can make Til Pith any time thorough out the year.

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CURRENT AFFAIRS After the Dramatic Fall, Jack Ma’s Ant Group Might Have a Blurred Future Over the last year, the growth of consumer finance companies has been encouraged by the government as well as bank’s existing unit that deals Ping An Insurance (Group) Co. of China, it has received approval for a new consumer finance company. The restrictions on these lenders havebeen loosened by the banking regulators and have expanded funding channels by letting them raise different types of capital which, includes tier-2 capital compliant bonds.

fter a dramatic fall from grace, the future of Ant Group remains problematic. It seems like, regulators have had enough of destroying it and a transition to a financial holding company is being considered, which is willing to be regulated like a bank. The bank-like companies do not command tech-like valuations. Unless, it is one of the booming consumer finance markets of China, expecting to hit 3 trillion of Yuan ($464 billion) in volumes over the next four years. That is where the reach of Ant is and that is where the demand is. More importantly, keeping with the so-called dual circulation strategy, state planners are all set to generate domestic demand and supply. Credit will have to flow to households effectively for that to operate. It is known by Beijing as well. The growing of disposable income has driven consumption growth for the better portion of the last decade but have been reducing. Which means that the authorities are required for another way to keep its economy humming along. In the year 2019, the number of consumer finance customer augmented to almost 130 million and increased to over 50 per cent from the year before. The state is also aware that it is good for the economy. There is an increasing correlation that is shown by the data between the growth of consumer loans and retail sales in the country. The Ant Group could have potentially played a larger role than it is already been doing, with more recapitalization.

Ant was hitched to the trend itself. In August last year, Nanyang Commercial Bank Ltd., battery manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. and others took a 50 percent stake in a new consumer finance company set up. It was sanctioned the following month by the banking regulator. Ant was able to convince the authorities that it would support and not impede their agenda to get back in the good deeds of the government. For instance, the Zhima credit scoring system of the company could dilute concerns about banks, taking on risky loans and dovetail with the government’s objective of protecting household wallets in the larger scheme. Trying to transform back into a much more distinctly established player in financial services and away from the fuzzy giant fintech operations will not be too challenging for Ant. Capital dedication is the hard part. However, as a consumer finance firm, Ant was able to collect capital from its domestic shareholders through deposits. Borrowing from banks or issuing financial bonds will be permitted as well. Many licensed consumer finance companies in China have commercial banks as backers. This is not likely to bring Ant back to its super-unicorn scores. Nevertheless, alongside Ant’s more developed payments company, a stronger business model that is less dependent on low acquisition costs and tack-on companies could actually survive.

Graphcore Raises $222M of Investment to Support its Expansion An investment of $222M has been raised by Graphcore in order to help support the global expansion of the company and to accelerate future IPU silicon, systems and software development. The Series E funding round is led by Ontario Teacher’s Pensions Plan Board and it adds funds that are managed by Fidelity International and Schroders as new investors. Also participating in this round are existing to have Graphcore investors, which include Baillie Gifford and Draper Esprit. With the firm expecting to have over $440 million cash on hand postclosing to support future growth, this investment, it brings the total funds that are raised by Graphcore to more than $710 million. Now, Graphcore is valued at $2.77 billion, post-money. www.businessconnectindia.in | Vol. 3 | Special Edition January 2021 INDIA

It was stated by the company that the new investors bring experience in disruptive technology and it supports for scaling-up businesses and underscores the size of the market opportunity that is being addressed by Graphcore in data centre AI compute and the maturity of the product offerings of the company. The company said that “the faith that we gained, comes from the capability that we proved by building our products and our establishment. We have been successful enough in developing a technology that leaves behind the legacy processors like GPUs dramatically, which is a powerful set of software tools made-to-order the needs of AI developers, and global sales operations that places our products on the market.” The year 2020 for Graphcore was contained within the launch of Mk2 IPU processor, data centre compute system and the GC200, the IPU-M2000 and IPU-POD64 for scale-out. “The point of reference that was first released for the new systems displays them clearly awe-inspiring the current GPU-based configurations. The Partner Program for Graphcore was also introduced. There are some of the world’s most respected distributors, resellers and OEMs that are included in this amazing global network.And most recently, together with complete PyTorch support, Poplar v1.4 was released, ensuring that the most frequently used frameworks are now easy to implement on the IPU and deliver incredibly impressive performance results.”

Unacademy Acquires NeoStencil to Strengthen Test Prep Stronghold

Along with that, in July through strategic investment of $5 million, it bought a majority stake of 51 per cent in Mastree, which is an online platform made for kids to sharpen their communication skills.

Unacademy, which is the second most valued Edtech Company of India, has been successful in hitting another acquisition deal before the year 2020 ends. The SoftBank and Facebook-backed firm has acquired test prep startup NeoStencil for an amount that is not disclosed. The co-founder and CEO of Unacademy, Gaurav Munjal tweeted that “NeoStencil offers 500+ courses to millions of students. And it is believed that together, a huge impact can be created and can build products that would help learners to crack their goals”. The latest acquisition will help in strengthening Unacademy, the online learning platform for cracking competitive exams and growth in the test prep segment of India’s edtech sector.

However, the first acquisition of Unacademy was WiFiStudy, a platform built for government exams. Munjal stated that “Unacademy’s mission is to democratiseknowledge as well as to set out firmly towards that goal, there is a long way to go.” This year in September, Unacademy was catapulted to the unicorn club following a $150 million funding round that was led by the SoftBank valuing at $1.45 billion. It secured another round from Tiger Global and Dragoneer Investment Group in November to ramp up its valuation of $2 billion. In February, this year, Unacademy had raised $110 million from Facebook, General Atlantic and others at a valuation of around $510 million.

Unacademy was created in the year 2010 as a YouTube channel and later it was incorporated as a company in the year 2015, so far it has been successful in making six acquisitions. The first purchases were started with Kreatyrx in 2020 that helped in offering products that include online test series, postal courses, video courses, and coaching classes for aspirants of GATE and SSC CGL.

As per Statista, in the online education space, Unacademy has gradually turned into the largest startup following the K-12 segment focused Byju’s valued at $12 billion. Over 1.5 lakh monthly live classes were claimed by the startup. In the year 2021, in India, the value of the test prep market in the edtech segment is likely to be worth $515 million, up from $43 million in the year 2016 at a compound annual growth rate of 64 per cent.

Unacademy acquired serial entrepreneur and billionaire BhavinTurakhia’sCodeChefin June for programmers to learn competitive programming. Following month, it also acquired an online platform, PrepLadder for preparation of medical entrance exam for $50 million. Additionally, in September it bought Coursavy, which is a UPSC CSE preparation platform. 41

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