Category: Business & Economy

** Bengalureans mark Buffett birthday with launch of ‘Women Investors’ Day’

As legendary investor Warren Buffett celebrated his 91st birthday on Monday, here in Bengaluru too, a group of women made the day special.

During this pandemic, the organisation has invited eminent speakers, including Indira Nooyi, former chairman & CEO, Pepsico; Suresh Narayanan, chairman & MD at Nestle India Limited; N Chandrasekaran, chairman, Board of Tata Sons; N R Narayana Murthy, co-founder and chairman of the Board of Infosys. “This initiative is aimed at breaking stereotypes  and educating women about the world of investing,” says Dhanuka, adding that over 5,000 women have benefitted so far.

The sessions combine theoretical lessons with factory visits and participation in AGMs to reinforce learning about companies and sectors. Currently, their chapters are operational in Kolkata, Bangalore, and Mumbai. “Online sessions enabled more members to attend e-AGMs that were analysed by us in depth,” says  Dhanuka. For details, call, Tanya: 9741446622; Sunita: 9845029699.  

** Postal Department releases special postal cover on Appe Midi

The postal department has given national-level importance and fame to Appe Midi, one of the rare varieties of mango found in the Malnad region and used for pickles, by releasing a special postal cover at Press Trust here on Tuesday. The Postmaster General, South Karnataka DSVR Murthy released the poster.

** Bengaluru’s BEL to protect Indian Army, Navy, Air Force from drones

he anti-drone system was first deployed to provide security cover for the Republic Day parade this year.

The Indian Navy on Tuesday signed the contract with the BEL for the supply of the first indigenous comprehensive Naval Anti Drone System (NADS) with both hard kill and soft kill capabilities.

** IMC Swarnaa acquires 100 per cent stake in Trillium Flow Technologies

IMC Swarnaa Ventures Private Limited, a joint venture of Hubballi-based IMC and Swarnaa Group of Companies, announced the successful acquisition of 100 per cent stake in Trillium Flow Technologies India Private Limited.

The company is a leading player in manufacturing ball valves, butterfly valves, diaphragm valves, safety relief valves and plug valves, under the well-renowned ‘BDK Valves’ brand.

** Infosys Foundation opens OPD at Kidwai hospital

A 75,000 sqft, multi-disciplinary Outpatient Department (OPD) was opened at the Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology in Bengaluru on Monday.The block was the initiative of Infosys Foundation and was inaugurated by Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and Health Minister Dr K Sudhakar, in the virtual presence of foundation chairperson Sudha Murty.

Built at a cost of Rs 25.5 crore, the OPD will cover 12 departments and aims to accommodate nearly 1,800 patients daily. “This is a small effort by the foundation to ensure that people have access to clean, hygienic, and timely medical intervention, especially at a time when we are engulfed by a pandemic,” Sudha Murty said.

** Peekay Group ties up with BACL to develop 3D printing facility at Bengaluru airport city

Kerala-based Peekay Group has signed a pact with Bengaluru Airport City Ltd (BACL) to develop a 3D printing technology facility at the airport city that is being developed at the Bengaluru airport premises, according to a statement released said on Friday.

A wholly-owned subsidiary of Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), BACL was formed to develop the airport city at the Bengaluru airport, consisting of business parks, health district, retail dining and entertainment village.

** Postal department to release special covers on 42 GI tags of Karnataka

To showcase the unique features of Karnataka, the postal department plans to bring out special covers on all the 42 Geographical Indication (GI) tags of the State. They will be displayed at all airports in the State.

Appemidi Mango, Coorg Arabica Coffee, Devanahalli Pomello, Gulbarga Tur Dal, Byadagi Chilli, Sirsi Supari, Bangalore Rose Onion, Mysore Sandal Soap and Dharwad Peda are among the iconic products.

** ‘Bag’ging the right role

Meet this young Bengalurean, the artist behind the customised art works on luxury French brand’s Louis Vuitton products.

If you’ve strolled through UB City recently, you would’ve come across a young artist dabbling with colours and creating careful strokes on bags, totes and trunks.

Twenty-six-year-old Jessica George (@poison_ivy) the in-house artist for luxury brand Louis Vuitton (LV), is the person behind the Calvin and Hobbes illustrations, quirky designs andfloral patterns that are quite a rage especially among those who use this brand of items.