Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic, recognized as Indias fastest growing Hair & Skin Clinic in the field of Hair Regrowth and Skin Treatment, proudly announces the inauguration of its 25th branch in Baner and 26th branch in Kalyani Nagar. This remarkable achievement underscores the clinics commitment to meeting the burgeoning consumer demand for top-notch wellness solutions.

Capturing the Grand Opening of Advanced GroHair and GloSkin centers in Baner & Kalyani Nagar

With an unwavering dedication to excellence, Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic is a leader in the industry, renowned for delivering superior services, utilizing cutting-edge technology, and offering accessible wellness solutions for hair regrowth and skin treatments. The clinic offers a comprehensive range of treatments that encompass both clinical and non-clinical approaches.

The clinics offerings in hair regrowth include state-of-the-art procedures such as Percutaneous FUE Hair Transplant, PRP Pro+, LASER Hair Therapy, and the innovative Advanced GroHair Cosmetic System, among others. These treatments are performed by a team of world-class experts and are supported by patented, high-end machinery, ensuring remarkable results that consistently exceed expectations.

In addition to their expertise in hair regrowth, Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic provides a wide array of skin treatments, including Hydrafacial, Q Switched Laser, Chemical Peel, Botox, Fillers, Thread Lift, Full Body Laser, Face PRP, Warts Removal, and many more. The clinics dedication to excellence is evident in its commitment to using the latest technology and its team of skilled professionals.

To celebrate the opening of their new branches, Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic hosted a grand inauguration ceremony on October 4, 2023. The event was graced by esteemed Chief Guests, Mr. Rajesh Chandan, Chairman of JITO Business Network, Chairman of the Latin American & Caribbean Trade Council, and Board member of the National Traders Welfare Board of India. Mr. Saran Vel J, Brand Founder & Managing Director, served as the Guest of Honour. The ceremony was attended by franchise owners and other staff members of the clinic.

Pune was chosen as the launch destination for an innovative product called Regen Pro9 TM, pioneered by Advanced GroHair & GloSkin. This groundbreaking product signifies a significant advancement in the field of hair regeneration, promising a new era of hair rejuvenation and restoration.

The opening of the Baner and Kalyani Nagar branches is a testament to Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinics commitment to expanding its reach and making top-notch hair regrowth and skin treatments more accessible to a wider audience. As they continue to set new standards in the industry, patients can look forward to experiencing the future of aesthetic medicine right here in Pune.

For more information about Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic and its services, please visit their website at www.adgrohair.com & www.adgloskin.com .

About Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic

Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic is Indias fastest growing Hair & Skin Clinic and a leading provider of hair regrowth and skin treatment solutions. With an unwavering commitment to delivering excellence, the clinic offers a comprehensive range of clinical and non-clinical treatments. Their state-of-the-art facilities and team of world-class experts ensure exceptional results that consistently surpass expectations. Advanced GroHair & GloSkin Clinic is dedicated to setting new industry standards and making advanced aesthetic medicine accessible to a wider audience.

For more information, please visit www.adgrohair.com & www.adgloskin.com.

Fintech unicorn slice and North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) are pleased to announce their upcoming merger in a pathbreaking move to accelerate their joint vision of expanding tech-enabled financial accessibility across the nation. Having received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the merger will help realize their shared goal of integrating cutting-edge technology offerings with grassroots financial inclusion efforts.

Fintech Unicorn slice merges with North East Small Finance Bank

Accelerating Financial Inclusion and Technological Integration

This merger, pending requisite shareholders consent and other regulatory approvals, brings together slice’s digital prowess and NESFB’s grassroots banking foundation. The combined entity supercharges its commitment to financial accessibility and will bring an unparalleled digital banking experience to its customers.

This merger is also emblematic of RBI’s unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and promoting digital financial inclusion.

Commenting on the merger, Rajan Bajaj, Founder & CEO, slice, said, “We’re grateful to the RBI for entrusting us with this immense responsibility. At slice, our unyielding devotion to customers and robust risk management have set us apart. This approach allows us to serve a wider audience, including those often overlooked, while also building a deep emotional connection with our customers. We will further strengthen our risk underwriting through the use of technology and data, and always keep customers at the heart of our decisions. We see this as an opportunity to build a highly inclusive and responsible bank, offering an unparalleled experience, underpinned by robust risk management and strong governance.”

Ms. Rupali Kalita, MD & CEO, NESFB, added, “This alliance with slice marks an exciting expansion of our reach and enhancement of our services. Dedicated to supporting the underserved, our collaboration is bolstered by slice’s innovative technology and a keen emphasis on customer experience. Meanwhile, we will continue to fortify the bank governance, with continuous improvements in compliance, risk management, and leadership. Together, we strive to deliver accessible and exceptional services, fostering inclusive and responsible banking for all.”

NESFB will continue its dedicated service to North East India, merging technology with deep community understanding to offer top-tier financial services to the region. This synergy of technology and empathy will not only bolster their enduring promise to the North East but also facilitate the extension of financial inclusion across the nation.

Customers of both entities will have a broader range of products, omnichannel offerings, and a seamless experience in the future. In the upcoming months, there will be an integration process with both entities working diligently to ensure a smooth transition for all customers.

This merger is a significant step forward in enhancing financial inclusivity using cutting-edge tech solutions, driving innovation, and setting new benchmarks in the industry.

About slice: slice, feel easy with money.

slice is India’s leading consumer payments and credit company focused on providing financial services to Indians. Trusted by 15 million Indians, slice is a market leader in this rapidly growing segment. The company aims to build a smart, innovative, and transparent financial platform that is loved by its consumers. slice app brings a fast and simple way to make payments and access credit through its cornerstone products: slice account, slice UPI, and slice borrow.

slice’s purpose is to make the world better at using money and time, with a major focus on providing the best consumer experience.

Backed by leading investors such as Tiger Global, Insight Partners, Advent International, Blume Ventures, and Gunosy Capital, slice has cumulatively raised $290mn in its series A, B, and C rounds.

For more information, please visit www.sliceit.com.

About North East Small Finance Bank: your doorstep banker.

NESFB stands as the sole small financial bank in the North-Eastern region of India, boasting an extensive network of branches spanning across 9 states. As a preferred banking institution, NESFB offers a comprehensive suite of financial services, encompassing bank accounts, deposits, cards, loans, and mutual funds. NESFB is committed to meeting the diverse financial requirements of individuals by delivering well-suited financial products and services promptly, conveniently, and responsibly. Leveraging doorstep banking and cutting-edge technology, NESFB plays a pivotal role in fostering sustainable growth within the broader community.

For more information, please visit nesfb.com/index.

During a challenging time, we often don’t know what to do or whom to reach. Now its going to be the easiest modern-day solution-one touch button for all solutions through The Response Company (TRC). It is a new technology-based company with real-time on-the-ground resources to help.

The Response Company: App Launch

Among the notable B2B services offered by the company are ambulance support (with live tracking of ambulances as for cabs on the Ola/Uber app), Quick Response Team, and response to cybercrimes, including loss of money over online platforms. Other services also include law enforcement coordination, a psychologist helpline, employee wellness, an ethics helpline, and a POSH helpline. The best thing about the services is that they are available with just one touch button, without any complexity. The services are being utilised by many top corporations to reflect good care and responsibility for their employees. Such unique services not only provide mental peace for higher productivity but also encourage employee retention. As many corporations find it difficult to navigate through multiple departments, TRC is able to provide that support.

“In the modern era of technological advancements and evolving customer preferences, it is imperative for businesses to break away from archaic practices and embrace innovation to successfully cater to their audiences. And, at The Response Company, customer-centricity and innovation remain at the core of our diverse range of innovative solutions,” said Gurpawan Singh, an Ex-Para Commando and Sanjiv Kumar Jain, Directors, The Response Company. “The launch of our app will serve as a catalyst for bringing our inclusive services to the customers in a bid to support them during unforeseen events. Acting on our long-term vision, we will continue to help customers feel safe and secure in uncertain situations and support business continuity on the back of innovative solutions,” they added.

TRC’s support can be initiated using multiple options: a one-touch button on the app, a tele-helpline, a chat box, WhatsApp, and integration with the communication platforms of the company. TRC’s track record demonstrates its commitment to solving problems and delivering tangible results. TRC covers the full Indian geography for services. The launch of the TRC app will serve as a catalyst for bringing its inclusive services to customers in a bid to support them during unforeseen events.

“Today, as we unveil our groundbreaking app, we are not just launching technology; we are launching a lifeline,” said Sumit Manon, Co-founder and CEO of The Response Company and Sagarika Chakraborty, an astute risk management professional and another Co-founder of The Response Company. “In times of crisis, every second counts, and with our app, were putting those seconds back into your hands,” they added.

For more information about The Response Company and to explore our corporate presentation, please visit our website at theresponsecompany.in. We invite you to experience the difference with TRC and see first-hand how we are revolutionizing service solutions.

Play Store Link:- play.google.com/store/apps/detailsid=com.master.response&pli=1
App Store Link:- apps.apple.com/in/app/the-response-company/id6451435475

About The Response Company (TRC)
The Response Company is a leading service provider committed to delivering comprehensive solutions for a wide range of concerns and needs. With a proven track record and state-of-the-art facilities, TRC stands as a trusted partner for individuals and businesses seeking efficient, reliable, and impactful services.

The fourth leadership summit focuses on highlighting why Gen Z is a game-changing generation

The keynote speaker of the BRIJ Leadership Summit will be Mr. Siddharth Shah, Co-founder and CEO, API Holdings and PharmEasy

The summit will see participation from a galaxy of eminent professionals from India’s largest corporations, educators from India and abroad and sustainability experts

BML Munjal University (BMU), a Hero Group initiative, announced that they are hosting the fourth edition of BRIJ Leadership Summit 2023 on Friday – October 06, 2023. The summit will be attended by policymakers, business leaders, and entrepreneurs to reflect on the theme of “Unveiling Tomorrow: Empowering Gen Z in a Changing World“. The summit will also see participation from eminent industry experts such as Mr. Arun Mathews, Chief Digital Marketing, Hero MotoCorp Limited, Ms. Kirti Gupta, Sales Director – South Asia, Boeing, Dr. Kavita Rao, Vice President (Sr Partner), Aditya Birla Capital.

BRIJ Leadership Summit 2023, BMU

Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is redefining norms in three key areas: their embrace of technology and innovation, their strong commitment to addressing climate change and sustainability, and their focus on mindfulness and personal well-being. The keynote speaker Mr. Siddharth Shah, Co-founder and CEO, API Holdings and PharmEasy along with other dignitaries including Mr. Arun Mathews, Head-Digital, Hero MotoCorp Limited, Ms. Kirti Gupta, Sales Director – South Asia, Boeing, Dr. Kavita Rao, Vice President (Sr Partner), Aditya Birla Capital, Ms. Raeesa Naim, Director-People & Culture, Grant Thornton Bharat, to name a few will deliberate their thoughts on these areas. The summit intends to explore the pivotal role of Gen Z in shaping and driving the future across three key domains: technology, climate change, and wellness. Further, understanding the role of industry and other stakeholders in shaping the future for Gen Z to take off and take over.

The day-long BRIJ Leadership Summit will feature three insightful panels; the first session will explore Gen Zs seamless integration of technology into their lives and their expectations for tech-driven experiences; the second panel will showcase Gen Zs active role in prioritizing climate change, driven by their remarkable awareness and engagement. They utilize platforms like TikTok and Twitter to amplify their climate activism, uniting with a shared understanding of its environmental impact. The third panel will highlight how Gen Z is redefining wellness, emphasizing the need for industries to adapt to their evolving well-being priorities, which integrate mindfulness, mental health, and fitness into their daily lives. These panels collectively intend to provide valuable insights into engaging with this transformative generation.

Moreover, the summit will also unveil insights from an exclusive report created through surveying 500+ Gen Z’s across the nation. The report will be in line with the theme of the summit.

Talking about the Summit, Dr. Sangita Dutta Gupta, Summit Co-Chair & Associate Professor, School of Management, BMU said, “Gen Z are the change-makers, the innovators, and the conscience of our future. This years BRIJ Leadership Summit centers on Empowering Gen Z in a Changing World, acknowledging the transformative power they hold in shaping technology, climate action, and wellness. Its a call to action for all of us – educators, industry leaders, policymakers – to collaborate and support this generation in sculpting a sustainable and progressive future.“

The previous sessions of the Leadership Summit have focused on the Future of Work and Human Challenges Technology and Beyond, Global Sustainability and the Corporation, and Navigating Workplace Turbulence.

To know more about the summit, please visit: www.linkedin.com/school/bml-munjal-university

About BML Munjal University
Named after the late Founder Chairman of the Hero Group, BML Munjal University (BMU) is a unique not-for-profit initiative founded by the promoters of the Hero Group. BMU is engaged in creating, preserving, and imparting internationally benchmarked knowledge and skills. The university seeks to transform higher education in India by creating a world-class innovative teaching, learning, and research environment. It envisions becoming a nursery for the leaders of tomorrow and a repository of knowledge. The School of Management at BML Munjal University has been ranked 72nd among all management institutions in India in the NIRF Rankings 2023. It has also attained the Diamond subject rating by QS I-Gauge. It has been nationally ranked #6 and #1 in Haryana among Indias Top Private Engineering & Technology Universities in the Education World India Higher Education Rankings, 2023-24.

The University offers undergraduate to doctoral programmes comprising BA (Hons) Liberal Arts, BBA, BCom (Hons), BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), BBA-MBA Integrated Programme, B.Tech at the undergraduate level, and MBA, LLB and Ph.D. at the postgraduate level.

For more details, log in to www.bmu.edu.in.

Saya Group recently celebrated 50% of the leasing of its marquee project, Saya Status, the tallest mall in India. The project achieved this milestone in an extremely short period of three months from the mall’s launch. The event’s highlight was the presence of the star cast of the movie ‘Dvand‘, which included critically acclaimed actor Sanjay Mishra and actor-director Istiaq Khan. The movie released recently was powered by Saya Status. More than 500 people attended the event and had a great time.

Saya Status

Saya Status is India’s tallest mall, making waves for its iconic design. A unique feature of the upcoming mall is the facility to park vehicles right in front of shops from the 4th to 9th floor. Construction of Saya Status is also progressing rapid pace.

“Once completed, Saya Status will emerge as one of the most popular NCR retail destinations, known not just for its unique architectural features but also in terms of store mix, entertainment and food options. The construction is moving at a rapid pace, and we are sparing no effort to ensure its timely possession,” said Vikas Bhasin, Chairman and Managing Director of Saya Group.

Saya Status is located at Noida Expressway in Sector 129 of Noida. It spans 1.4 million sq. ft. and has nine floors of stunning vertical development. Possession is slated to be in 2025. Saya Status is being developed in a single phase, and all its units will be leased.

Saya Group has a track record of delivering quality construction at prime locations. Timely delivery has earned it a solid reputation in the real estate industry. So far, the company has delivered 5.37 million sq. ft. of residential spaces. Additionally, 2.33 million sq. ft. of commercial area is under construction, a significant portion of which will be handed over in the next few months.

The company’s commitment to quality is evident in its completed residential projects, such as Saya Gold Avenue, Desire Residency, and Saya Zenith. Saya Group’s commercial projects, Saya Piazza in Jaypee Wish Town and Saya South X in Greater Noida West, are nearing completion, and possession will be offered soon. Saya Piazza is a premium retail arcade strategically located with a catchment area of over 50,000 families. On the other hand, Saya South X will elevate the retail experience with a diverse selection of luxury brands set against captivating landscaping. It is in a bustling and growing neighbourhood with an active community of over 5 lakh residents.

Available at Rs. 8999 with bank offers

Processor: Powered by MediaTek D6080 Octa-core processor, providing top-tier performance in its segment

5G+ Connectivity: Comes with NRCA technology to ensure seamless 5G ++ accessibility, even in low network areas

itel, a leading smartphone brand in India, has been democratizing technology by delivering high-quality smartphones under INR 10K. Today, itel takes another giant leap in launching India’s most affordable and powerful 5G Smartphone under 10K, making it an accessible technology for the consumers of Bharat. itel P55 Power 5G Smartphone is one of its kind in the industry unlike any other brands to be present in this segment. It is equipped with highly aspirational MediaTek dimensity 6080 chipset ensuring uninterrupted and outstanding performance.

itel P55 Power 5G

Meeting the storage demands of our customers, this smartphone boasts an impressive 6GB RAM, complemented by an additional 6GB of memory fusion, and a generous 128GB ROM. The product is exclusively available on Amazon at the enticing price of just INR 8,999 with bank offers. Consumers can buy itel P55 Power 5G from www.amazon.in/dp/B0CHJN2HNZ.

Commenting on the launch, CEO, itel India, Mr. Arijeet Talapatra, said, “itel has been at the forefront in driving the digital revolution in Bharat, successfully facilitating seamless transition of customers from 2G to 4G. As India is poised to welcome approximately 150 million 5G users by 2024, flagging off a big digital revolution, we are determined to democratize 5G technology making it accessible and affordable for the masses in Bharat.”

“The itel P55 Power 5G redefines technology supremacy under 10K segment by offering 5G connectivity with NRCA technology, combined with the powerful MediaTek D6080 chipset, creating a perfect synergy of swift connectivity and outstanding performance. With its ground-breaking features, we aim to elevate the smartphone experience for our valued customers,” said Arijeet.

“Today’s launch reiterates the importance of 5G technology and how this launch will enable access to fast internet across all users at an affordable price. The debut of itel P55 Power 5G marks an exciting addition to 5G-enabled smartphones in the sub-INR 10,000 segment on Amazon.in. We at Amazon.in are thrilled to engage with itel India to democratize the 5G revolution in India,” Ranjit Babu, Director, Wireless & Home Entertainment, Amazon India.

The itel P55 Power 5G boasts with an astonishing 50MP AI dual camera and an 8MP front camera to capture the perfect moments with ultra-clarity. Catering to the storage needs of the customers, the smartphone comes with 128GB storage paired with an exceptional 6GB RAM along with additional 6GB memory fusion. The smartphone features NRCA technology to enable seamless 5G network connectivity even in areas with low signal strength, enhancing the user experience.

After capturing the hearts of millions in the sub-INR 8,000 segment with a path-breaking product line up and the highest proportion of repeat users among first-time buyers, this launch from itel is set to dominate the under INR 10K smartphone segment with aspirational features catered to the youth, providing them with a premium experience.

Lightning Fast connectivity: Revolution Unleashed

Harnessing the prowess of 5G capabilities, users are set to experience unprecedented connection speeds-ideal for streaming movies, uploading high-resolution photos, and seamlessly sharing voluminous content on-the-go. The itel P55 5G comes equipped with NRCA resulting in better connectivity and faster internet even in low network area, giving 5G++ connectivity.

Defying Expectations: MediaTek Dimensity 6080

While the peer brands are still offering Dimensity 6020 chipset in this price range, itel P55 Power 5G has disrupted the market with MediaTek Dimensity 6080, setting the highly competitive benchmark.

Unmatched Memory Capabilities

Addressing the discerning need for expansive memory and seamless performance, the P55 Power 5G boasts an impressive 128GB storage and 6GB RAM. Additionally, it offers a 4GB+4GB RAM with 64GB ROM variant to cater to varying storage requirements among consumers. Elevating the standards of smooth performance, the itel P55 Power 5G brings a new dimension to the user experience.

Extended Battery Life and Enhanced Security

Discover the potency of the itel P55 Power 5G with its robust 5000 mAh battery, complemented by 18W fast-charging capabilities. Along with face recognition, the upgraded side fingerprint sensor adds an extra layer of security to the seamless user experience.

Exciting benefits

In addition to its remarkable features within this price range, the brand also offers 1 time screen replacement facility to the users.

Price & Availability

The itel P55 Power 5G emerges in two stunning colors: Galaxy Blue and Mint Green. The itel P55 5G with 6GB+128GB variant will be exclusively available in Amazon at INR 8,999 with bank offers.

Specs Sheet

P55 5G

Processor

MediaTek Dimensity 6080 Octa Core

Supports NRCA

Yes

RAM & ROM

6GB+6GB RAM + 128 GB ROM online exclusive

4GB+4GB RAM + 64GB ROM Offline exclusive

Battery

5000mAH battery

18 W fast charging

Dual Security

Side mounted fingerprint sensor

Face ID

Camera

50 MP AI dual camera

8MP Front Camera

Display

6.6″HD+ water drop

90 hz refresh rate

5G Bands

Supports 10 5G Bands

Color

Galaxy Blue and Mint Green

Screen Replacement

Yes (1 time screen replacement)

For more information, please visit website www.itel-india.com | Facebook: itelmobileindia | Instagram: itel_india | Twitter: itel_india

eClinical Solutions, a global provider of digital clinical software and biometrics services, recently announced that it has been recognized as a Leader in Everest Group’s inaugural “Life Sciences Clinical Data and Analytics (D&A) Platforms PEAK Matrix Assessment 2023” report. The proprietary framework assesses 14 clinical D&A platform providers across a range of distinct metrics related to market impact, as well as vision and capabilities, of which eClinical Solutions is positioned high in the Leaders quadrant. This placement points to the proven results the elluminate Clinical Data Cloud delivers as a unified platform to address sponsors’ clinical data and analytics needs – from ingestion through submission.

This Assessment has been licensed to eClinical Solutions

“When we started eClinical Solutions over a decade ago, we anticipated the industry data problem would continue to get bigger and more complex, and we pioneered a vision to solve these industry-wide challenges with the elluminate Clinical Data Cloud. We are excited to see that not only is this vision now defined as a category, but we are named a leader in this category,” said Raj Indupuri, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, eClinical Solutions. “We will work hard to build on this position, leveraging our deep, unparalleled expertise to further innovate our platform and services roadmaps, which will enable us to continue delivering the most value to our clients and solve for the data problems of tomorrow, helping them stay ahead of the curve.”

eClinical Solutions’ strengths highlighted within the assessment include:

Comprehensiveness of its end-to-end platform, covering clinical data management, analytics, and Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities;

elluminate’s adaptable nature, which allows for seamless data upload, standardization, and configurable visualizations in reports, all stated areas of client appreciation;

Customizability of elluminate, offering an abundance of Low-Code/No-Code (LCNC) functionalities and drag-and-drop features, which allows easy platform navigation and operation for those with limited technical expertise;

Use of numerous pre-built connectors for data extraction and reporting dashboards to enable robust data insights for clinical decision making;

Technical and life sciences domain expertise of eClinical Solutions’ team; and

Notably short turnaround time from the company’s support team, allowing them to deliver prompt value to their clients.

“There has been a constant rise in clinical data volumes with advancements in innovation and the presence of diverse data sources leveraged in a clinical trial. This has resulted in increased volume and complexity of data, posing challenges in accelerating value generation from data. Unified clinical data and analytics platforms which are specifically tailored to the clinical research industry are capable of transforming data into insights with faster time to value,” said Nisarg Shah, Practice Director at Everest Group. “eClinical Solutions provides a comprehensive, end-to-end platform covering clinical data management, analytics, and Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities. The platform is customizable, with drag-and-drop features and user-friendly functionalities, making it accessible even to individuals with limited technical expertise. Its technical and life sciences domain expertise has positioned it as a Leader in Life Sciences Clinical Data and Analytics (D&A) Platforms PEAK Matrix Assessment 2023.”

The assessment’s vision and capability evaluation dimension measures companies’ ability to deliver products successfully, which is determined through five subdimensions: vision and strategy, technology capability, flexibility and ease of deployment, engagement and commercial model, and support. eClinical Solutions holds the highest position of Leaders in the vision and strategy, and flexibility and ease of deployment subdimensions, and is tied for the highest position in technology capability and support. eClinical Solutions also places high in the three subdimensions of the market impact dimension: market adoption, portfolio mix and value derived.

Contributing to the company’s recent momentum, eClinical Solutions expanded its artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) capabilities within elluminate IQ Review (eIQ Review), enabling data management teams to conduct data review in a more efficient, scalable way. The offering uses AI and ML to rapidly identify anomalous data, which reduces manual efforts and gives data managers and medical reviewers time back to focus on critical data, increasing productivity, improving data quality and reducing cycle times.

For more information on eClinical Solutions’ innovative elluminate platform, please visit: eclinicalsol.com/products.

Read the full Everest Group PEAK Matrix Assessment, please visit: eclinicalsol.com/analyst-reports/life-sciences-clinical-data-and-analytics-platforms-peak-matrix-assessment-2023.

About eClinical Solutions

eClinical Solutions helps life sciences organizations around the world accelerate clinical development initiatives with expert biometrics services and the elluminate Clinical Data Cloud – the foundation of digital trials. Together, the elluminate platform and eClinical Biometrics Services give clients self-service access to all their data from one centralized location plus advanced analytics that help them make smarter, faster business decisions.

Find out more at eclinicalsol.com.

L&T Finance Holdings Ltd. (LTFH), a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) has been conferred with the ‘Champions of ESG‘ Award at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2023 held in Mumbai. GFF is the largest fintech conference, jointly organised by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the Payments Council of India (PCI), and the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC).

Ms. Apurva Rathod (2nd from right), Group Head – Secretarial & CSR and Sustainability and Ms. Gazala Shaikh (1st from right), Head – Group ESG from L&T Finance receiving the Champions of ESG award

The Company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey started in 2018-19, making it one of first NBFCs to embrace sustainability. The ESG Policy adopted by LTFH has been a guiding framework to incorporate ESG considerations into operations and business, and mitigate material impacts and risks. Integrating ESG practices in to the Company’s businesses have resulted in achieving significant strides towards initiatives like financing Electric Vehicles (EVs), offering rural group loans and micro finance to over 60 lakh women borrowers among others.

In order to reduce its carbon footprint, LTFH continuously assesses and implements energy-efficient measures and makes efforts to move to Green Energy wherever feasible in its operations. In FY23, the Company invested in increasing the carbon sinks through sapling plantations under its project titled ‘Prakruti’.

Mr. Dinanath Dubhashi, Managing Director & CEO of LTFH, said, “We at LTFH, have adopted ESG as one of the pillars of sustainable business growth as part of our Lakshya 2026 strategy. LTFH is one of the early adopters among NBFCs in the country to raise Sustainability Focussed and Linked Loans. We have raised such loans to the tune of Rs. 585 crore with a commitment to achieve progress on three important sustainability linked Key Performance Indicators relating to Water Positivity, Carbon Sequestration and Responsible Lending to women entrepreneurs. In FY23, we undertook numerous measures in this direction and have also made significant progress in our efforts to become Carbon Neutral by FY35. In addition, we initiated the merger of entities to create a single lending entity to further strengthen governance. LTFH published its maiden Integrated Annual Report, which explains the Company’s performance and value creation model for stakeholders. We are delighted to receive ‘Champions of ESG’ Award at the Global Fintech Fest 2023 and remain committed to building an ESG conscious organisation.”

In addition to the various initiatives, the Company is taking focused measures in other areas like Health and Safety, Diversity, Inclusion and Equity, Human Rights, Data Privacy and continues to identify and evaluate various avenues to reduce its carbon footprint.

About L&T Finance Holdings (LTFH)

L&T Finance Holdings Limited (LTFH) (www.ltfs.com), a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), offers a range of financial products and services through its subsidiary L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) under the L&T Finance brand. Headquartered in Mumbai, the Company has been rated AAA – the highest credit rating for NBFCs – by four leading rating agencies. It has also received leadership scores and ratings by global and national Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating providers for its sustainability performance. The Company has also won many prestigious awards for its flagship CSR project – “Digital Sakhi” which is focused on women empowerment and digital and financial inclusion. Under Right to Win, being in the ‘right businesses’ has helped the Company become one of the leading financiers in key retail products. The Company is focused on creating a top-class, digitally-enabled retail finance Company as part of the Lakshya 2026 plan. The goal is to move the emphasis from product focus to customer focus and establish a robust retail portfolio with quality assets, thus creating a Fintech@Scale while keeping ESG at the core. Fintech@Scale is one of the pillars of the Company’s strategic roadmap – Lakshya 2026. The Company has over 2.1 crore customer database, and this database is being leveraged to cross-sell, up-sell as well as identify new customers.

Bimal Tanna, a Chartered Accountant and seasoned veteran with over 35 years of experience joins accounting and consulting firm Nexdigm as Senior Global Business Advisor with a specific focus on Professional Services.

Bimal Tanna, Senior Global Business Advisor, Nexdigm

Bimal will play a key role in the coaching and mentoring of the leadership team and assist management in the development of key initiatives with a special emphasis on ProfessionalServices.

Bimal has worked with PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt. Ltd. (PwC) in India for over two and a half decades where he had served on the Board of Directors, was part of the India Leadership Team, and had led the critical Partner Affairs function. He was also a Partner at Bansi S. Mehta & Co. for over a decade prior to joining PwC India. Bimal is an Independent Director on the Board of Directors of Jio Financial Services Limited and certain other companies.

“Bimal’s extensive experience working with multinational companies from diverse sectors combined with his long-term vision, critical thinking, and robust decision-making will help us improve operational capabilities and service delivery while providing strategic and operational roadmaps to achieve our goals,” said GuljitSingh, Group Executive Chairperson, Nexdigm.

About Nexdigm

Nexdigm is an employee-owned, independent, global organization serving clients from more than 50 countries. Harnessing our multifunctional and digital capabilities across Business Services and Professional Services, we provide our customers, both listed and privately held firms, with integrated solutions, navigating complex challenges. Nexdigm resonates with our plunge into a new paradigm of business; it is our commitment to Think Next.