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Signify Unveils Record-Breaking Illuminated Modak Installation for Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai

TOH — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:40:49 +0000

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Signify Sets a New Benchmark with Asia’s Largest Illuminated Modak

New Delhi: Celebrating Maharashtra’s vibrant Ganesh Chaturthi, Signify, the global leader in lighting, has unveiled the largest illuminated Modak installation, now recognized by both the Asia and India Book of Records. Standing 16 feet tall with a glowing 4-foot base, this breathtaking installation, powered by Philips lights, is located at the intersection of the Chintamani Ganpati Mandal and Lal Bagh Cha Raja in Mumbai. The installation will be on display for 11 days, starting from September 7, 2024.

This initiative aligns with Signify’s vision of creating a #BrighterLifeBetterWorld by blending modern technology with cultural heritage. The illuminated Modak symbolizes prosperity and devotion, making it a perfect tribute to the festival. A dedicated team of over 70 individuals worked tirelessly for 10 days to bring this impressive creation to life, showcasing Signify’s innovative approach to merging technology and tradition.

Blending Innovation with Tradition: Signify’s Record-Breaking Installation in Mumbai

Nikhil Gupta, Head of Marketing, Strategy, Government Affairs, and CSR at Signify Greater India, expressed his excitement: “At Signify, innovation is key. We are constantly striving to bring the best of our advancements to India, and this Modak installation is a proud moment for us. It not only celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi but also highlights our commitment to lighting innovation and sustainability. We are thrilled to set a new benchmark with this installation.”

Signify’s journey in lighting innovation spans over 130 years, making them a global leader in human-centric, innovative lighting solutions. This record-setting Modak installation reflects their dedication to creating lighting experiences that blend cultural significance with cutting-edge technology, enriching lives and brightening communities across India.

By illuminating the traditional Modak—a symbol of wealth and blessings during Ganesh Chaturthi—Signify has once again demonstrated how they combine creativity, technology, and tradition to celebrate India’s spirit and heritage.

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Shivaji Maharaj Statue Collapse Sparks FIR Against Contractor, Consultant

By TTH News Desk — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:35:41 +0000

New Delhi: In Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district, a case has been registered by the police against the contractor and structural consultant involved in the construction of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue, which collapsed unexpectedly on Monday. The incident, which took place at around 1 pm, involved a 35-foot statue that was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Navy Day last year at Rajkot Fort in Malvan tehsil. The statue, a significant symbol of regional pride, was dedicated to the 17th-century Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

New In Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district, a case has been registered by the police against the contractor and structural consultant involved in the construction of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue, which collapsed unexpectedly on Monday. The incident, which took place at around 1 pm, involved a 35-foot statue that was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Navy Day last year at Rajkot Fort in Malvan tehsil. The statue, a significant symbol of regional pride, was dedicated to the 17th-century Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

The unexpected collapse of the statue has led to widespread embarrassment for the Maharashtra government, headed by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties. In response to the incident, Chief Minister Shinde addressed the public, clarifying that the statue was designed and constructed by the Indian Navy, thereby distancing his administration from the technical aspects of the project.

Despite this clarification, the incident has raised serious concerns about the quality of construction and the accountability of those involved in such a high-profile project. The FIR filed against the contractor and structural consultant marks the beginning of a legal investigation into the incident, with authorities seeking to determine the causes behind the collapse.

The collapse has prompted calls for a comprehensive review of the construction processes, including the roles of various stakeholders and the oversight and safety standards that were followed during the project. As the investigation unfolds, the case is expected to draw significant attention, with the public eager to see who will be held responsible for the failure of a monument dedicated to one of India’s most revered historical figures.

Milestone Achieved: 1500+ Sellers Reach INR 1 Cr Transactions on udaan!

Reva Malhotra — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:08:22 +0000

New Delhi: In CY 2023, udaan, India’s largest eB2B platform, shipped over 2.25 billion products across Bharat, fulfilling 23 million orders. Essential products (Fresh, FMCG, Staples, Pharma) accounted for 20 million orders, involving nearly 10 lac tonnes. Discretionary products (Electronics, General Merchandise, Lifestyle) contributed to 70 million shipments across 3 million orders. Additionally, 900 sellers reached sales of Rs 1 crore each, and around 600 sellers achieved business worth INR 2 crores on the platform. Gurgaon, Mumbai, Pune, Lucknow, Jaipur, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Bangalore had the highest demand. udaan promotes digital payments, with 22% retailers adopting them in CY 2023.

Essentials Category (Fresh, FMCG, Staples, Pharma):

In CY 2023, udaan experienced an impressive surge in the Essentials category, with a remarkable repeat purchase rate of over 90%, demonstrating its strong retailer partnerships. The platform shipped around 504 million biscuit packets, 437 million units of Personal Care products, and approximately 251 million beverage units. Ready-to-eat products, including 87 million noodle packets and 15 million beverage units, were also popular. Moreover, udaan sold approximately 72 million Namkeen items and 50 million coffee packets during this period. Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Telangana displayed the highest demand for these products. In terms of weight, udaan shipped over 9.6 Lac tonnes of Food products (including staples and FMCG) in CY 2023. This encompassed 7.9 lakh tonnes of staples, comprising 4.3 lakh tonnes of sugar & oil, and over 3.6 lakh tonnes of rice, pulses, and flours. The primary demand for these food products stemmed from Karnataka, followed by Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Delhi, and Telangana. Additionally, udaan shipped over 1.7 lac tonnes of FMCG products, with significant orders originating from Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Telangana.

Discretionary Category (Electronics, General Merchandise, Lifestyle):

In CY 2023, udaan fulfilled 1.3 million orders in its Electronics Category, shipping over 31 million products. This included 21 million+ accessories, 7.5 million consumer electronics, and 2.5 million mobile handsets. Significant demand for electronics products stemmed from Karnataka, Assam, and Bihar. In the General Merchandise & Hardware category, retailers ordered over 7.5 million products, including 4.7 million Plastic products, Appliances & Cookware items, 1.7 million Metal utensils, and 1 million Cycles, Luggage, Toys & Baby Care products. The highest demand for General Merchandise items came from Karnataka, Assam, and Bihar. udaan’s Lifestyle Category facilitated the shipping of over 19 million products, serving 1 million orders, with Bihar, UP, Assam, Karnataka, Odisha, and Maharashtra showing the highest demand for Clothing, Accessories, and Footwear.

Sellers who did business worth Rs 1 Crore each:

During CY 2023, udaan witnessed 900 sellers reaching the milestone of selling INR 1 crore worth of products on its platform. Among them, 700 sellers were from the Essentials Category and 200 were from the Discretionary Category. Additionally, nearly 600 sellers achieved sales exceeding INR 2 crore, with approximately 500 sellers belonging to the Essentials Category and 100 to the Discretionary Category.

Vaibhav Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO of udaan, said, “udaan remains committed to its core philosophy of empowering small businesses of Bharat, who in turn cater to the mass-market, by leveraging the power of technology. The large volume of orders and a significantly higher repeat purchase rate highlights the preference udaan enjoys among its retailer partners. This has been made possible by our single-minded focus on customer service excellence while leveraging our robust and super-efficient supply chain network spread across the length and breadth of the country. Encouraged by our solid performance, we will continue to work towards strengthening our market position and capitalise on the huge USD 150 Bn opportunity that the Indian eB2B market offers.”

In CY 2023 udaan raised USD 340 Mn Series E financing to further strengthen customer experience, market penetration, and strategic vendor partnerships. The funds will also be utilised to reinforce long-term capabilities of supply-chain and credit, with the sole objective of building a sustainable business to serve the needs of millions of shopkeepers and kiranas across the country.

Embark on a Journey into the Soul of Maharashtra

Abhishek Bhandari — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 06:13:38 +0000

Mumbai: The Directorate of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra has launched extensive participation in trade fairs across India, aiming to provide a platform for traders to showcase their tourism products while promoting Maharashtra as a holistic destination. To establish a dynamic platform. The event is taking place at Jasmine Hall 2, 3rd Floor, Jio World Convention Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, Maharashtra Tourism Pavilion Booth No. W-110. Shri Chandrashekhar Jaiswal, General Manager, MTDC-Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation and Shri Hanumant Hede, Deputy Director, Directorate of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra inaugurated the exhibition stall in the presence of key representatives of companies from across Maharashtra, international guests. , and tourism stakeholders.

“This fair presents an exceptional opportunity to establish new business relationships with regional and global partners. At OTM Mumbai, 38 tourism stakeholders from across the state will participate as co-exhibitors along with the Maharashtra Tourism Pavilion. These companies will represent the entire spectrum of “Tourism services including hotels and resorts, adventure tourism, Maharashtra domestic tourism, jungle safari, temple and heritage tourism, transporters and fleet owners etc,” expressed Mr. Girish Mahajan, Hon’ble Tourism Minister.

“The pavilion will showcase the best of the regional diversity of the state with companies coming from Konkan, Mumbai, Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar, Nagpur, Tadoba, Shirdi, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar and others,” said Smt. Jayashree Bhoj, IAS, Hon’ble Principal Secretary, Tourism, said in his message.

“Maharashtra Tourism will showcase how it is embarking on an unprecedented journey across India to establish a dynamic platform that enables traders to showcase their products and promote tourism in Maharashtra. Maharashtra Tourism will focus on several programs which include conclaves, road shows, and trade fairs. In the process, the Directorate of Tourism is participating in various major tourism trade fairs across the country,” said Dr. B.R., Director, Directorate of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra. Patil told.

Some of the major participants in the fair include Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation – MTDC, Chimur Resorts & Agriculture, Gagangiri Tours & Travels, Hotel Sai Chhatra-Shirdi, Hotel Sai Jashan-Shirdi, Hotel Templetree-Shirdi, JYP Holidays, Mahalaxmi Hospitality, TDS. Leopard. Com, Travelnet Tourism Services Pvt Ltd, Trident Hospitality Services, Vasundhara Group of Hospitality, Expova Destinations Pvt Ltd, Oracle Enterprises, Siesta Hotels Pvt. Ltd., Jungle Camps India, etc. These companies form a mix of hoteliers, tour operators, aggregators, adventure tour companies and jungle safari companies.

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About – Directorate of Tourism, Govt. Of Maharashtra:

Directorate of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra, is the official state tourism department dedicated to promoting Maharashtra’s rich heritage, stunning landscapes and diverse cultural experiences. The Directorate of Tourism in Maharashtra focuses on implementing various tourist campaigns, initiatives and promotions to promote tourism. Since its inception, the state has achieved many milestones and victories through various projects. With historical sites, spiritual destinations, breathtaking natural reserves, vibrant festivals and warm hospitality, Maharashtra is a destination that caters to the interests and preferences of all travellers. Follow Directorate of Tourism, Government of India. of Maharashtra on social media for updates and information about this picturesque state.