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The Hindu
33 minutes ago
- Business
- The Hindu
SPJIMR PGPM admissions 2026 open for 18-month executive MBA programme
The Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) has opened applications for the 2026 cohort of its Postgraduate Programme in Management (PGPM). The 18-month, AICTE-approved PGPM is designed for working professionals with at least three years of full-time work experience and strong domain knowledge, seeking to transition into general management roles. Also Read: Is an MBA still worth It? Evaluating ROI and future prospects in 2025 Programme highlights With a focus on General Management, PGPM offers majors in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Information Management and Analytics, Sales and Marketing, Finance, and Human Resource Management. It includes international immersion and exchange programmes with global business schools, including INSEAD (France) and Cornell University (USA), among others. Also Read: Why today's MBA course is outdated and what it should become Eligibility criteria Those applying should have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA in any discipline from a recognised university. Candidates need a minimum of three years of full-time work experience at the time of programme commencement. Women applying under the RESTART Initiative must have at least two years of career break and three years of prior full-time work experience. Applicants must submit a valid GMAT or CAT score; GMAT scores will be accepted until September 30, 2025. Also Read:Choosing the right online MBA: Here's what some experts say Selection process Shortlisting will be profile-based, taking into consideration academic record, relevance of work experience, versatility, and achievements. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis. Aspirants are required to complete the application form through the online admissions portal.
Daily Record
18 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Lifeline Scots multibank needs volunteers to join fight against poverty as it moves into bigger base to cope with demand
Loaves and Fishes have moved to a bigger premises at Greenhills Community Hall and Library to cater to increasing demand, deliver a wider range of services and to move into the area of most need in East Kilbride. Loaves and Fishes are looking for volunteers to join their fight against poverty as they unlock a new chapter in the heart of East Kilbride's most deprived area. After their much-anticipated move was delayed when Storm Eowyn blew the roof off Greenhills Community Centre, the lifeline multibank finally has the keys to their new base. Loaves and Fishes were successful in rescuing the under-threat venue through South Lanarkshire Council's Community Asset Transfer (CAT) Lite process. Greenhills Hall sits in the heart of the most deprived area of the town and the charity's aim is to better serve those in need who struggle to access food and essential goods at its former premises at Singer Road in the Kelvin Industrial Estate. The multibank will close for one week while the new base is set up and will reopen at Greenhills Community Centre on Tuesday, June 10. Chairperson Lesley Davidson said: 'After what seems like forever we have finally moved! We closed our old premises at Singer Road today (Thursday, May 29). 'It was a strange feeling, we were excited and of course feeling a little overwhelmed. We look forward to welcoming all of our customers, donators and supporters to Greenhills. 'We might deliver the service but it's not us who feed and look after people, it's the community in East Kilbride and it's a good place for that. We hope that this will be an easier location to access for people and are looking forward to being part of the community along with our partners at Waist Not Want Not. 'We can only offer a better service from here.' Loaves and Fishes have moved into Greenhills Hall and Library to cater to increasing demand, deliver a wider range of services and to move into the area of most need in East Kilbride, allowing easier access for the local and wider community. They are currrently dishing out more than 200 food parcels a week to those living on the breadline. Operating since 1992, the anti-poverty charity has a strong committee and volunteer base and the organisation has linked up with local charity Waist Not Want Not to help those most in need, through a sub-lease of the library premises. And the charity will be hosting a 'revolutionary' new community-led support initiative which will offer weekly advice from health, housing, social work and financial agencies. Lesley added: 'This new partnership is such a fabulous opportunity to work with our friends at Waist Not Want Not and we could not be more excited about what the future will hold for us with Jan, Ann, Karen and the team. 'We were also invited to host this new multi-agency coordinated delivery which is pretty revolutionary as people can drop-in and get direct access to services that are needed the most. 'Given that food banks were never still meant to be in existence in 2025, for food banks to be sustainable in the long term you have to look at what else you can deliver which is why we're looking at this community-hub concept where people can stay for a cuppa and they can get advice. 'We're still a food bank and free non-food service, but we're now looking at the bigger picture of Loaves and Fishes community hub.' The charity is now searching for a band of volunteers to join their dedicated team in their food warehouse and cafe and are also on the hunt for drivers and maintenance support with various other roles on offer. Lesley went on: 'We are going to be much busier. We will manage it the way we always do but we are all going to have to work a bit harder. 'Despite having an excellent team of passionate volunteers, we desperately need more. For us to deliver our service to the standard we would like, we really need volunteers in our food warehouse, drivers, cafe, maintenance and a variety of other roles. 'Loaves and Fishes provides vital care and support across East Kilbride and far beyond. We would love you to join us. If you are keen to join our fight against poverty, isolation and genuinely improving people's lives we have a role for you.' An official open day at the new premises will be held on Saturday, July 26, with a ribbon cutting ceremony and special guests. Lesley is hoping to unveil a special plaque to pay a lasting tribute to the people who began Loaves and Fishes. Locals are encouraged to go along to meet the team and tour the new premises with afternoon tea, stalls, a bouncy castle and more entertainment. Visitors will also be welcomed by a striking new mural painted free-hand by talented Strathaven jeweller and Loaves and Fishes volunteer Iona Lundie. Lesley continued: 'The move felt like a good time to reflect on our history and the charity's beginnings. Our talented resident artist Iona Lundie has already created a welcome mural in our hallway, however she is working on a very special piece to really show the history and growth of the charity. 'This has led me to have some amazing conversations with those involved at the very beginning of Loaves and Fishes - Denis Curran of course, the family of Geordie Aitken, Rev David Currie and many more. 'It's been an absolute honour to learn so much about our roots and see the huge changes, while also learning that actually our mission remains the same as it did in the very beginning - giving our people 'Full Tummies Warm Hearts Clear Heads'. 'We just need the support to continue to do this. We are so grateful to our town, its businesses, churches, youth groups and all who support our work. Heres to the next chapter!' Loaves and Fishes would like to thank all their supporters for their help with the big move, including Sandy at ISS Hairmyres, EK Rugby Club, South Lanarkshire College painting students, Bo Concept, Glencairn Crystal and Paul from Gallagher Carpets & Flooring. And a special thanks to Gebbie & Wilson Strathaven's Solicitors & Estate Agents who covered all their legal fees free of charge. To enquire about volunteering contact Lesleyloavesandfishesek@ or send a direct message to Loaves and Fishes on Facebook or alternatively call 01355 223657. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Hawaii Announces New Fee for All Tourists Visiting Islands
If you're planning a trip to Hawaii in 2026, you'll have to pay a bit more money due to a new bill that's been passed. On May 27, Hawaii officially established a climate impact fee. The current transient accommodations tax will be increased by 0.75% in an effort to help increase funding for environmental stewardship. That means hotels, cruise ships and vacation rentals will be a tad more expensive Hawaii Gov. Josh Green believes Act 96 (Senate Bill 1396), which has been named the "Green Fee" bill, will improve the state's climate change resiliency projects. "Today Hawaii ushers in the first Green Fee in the nation. Once again, Hawaii is at the forefront of protecting our natural resources, recognizing their fundamental role in sustaining the ecological, cultural and economic health of Hawaii," Green said. "As an island chain, Hawaii cannot wait for the next disaster to hit before taking action. We must build resiliency now, and the Green Fee will provide the necessary financing to ensure resources are available for our future." In 2024, Green formed the Climate Advisory Team (CAT) for Hawaii. CAT leader Chris Benjamin strongly approves of this historic bill. "The Green Fee bill marks a historic investment in climate disaster resilience and environmental protection," Benjamin said. "Using the TAT to fund resiliency projects ensures that the financial burden of safeguarding our aina and people doesn't fall upon residents alone. We thank the Legislature, industry and countless community groups and individuals who advocated tirelessly for this bill." The "Green Fee" bill will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026. It's expected to generate $100 million annually. Hawaii Announces New Fee for All Tourists Visiting Islands first appeared on Men's Journal on May 28, 2025
USA Today
a day ago
- USA Today
Hawaii becomes first US state to charge 'Green Fee' on tourists
Hawaii becomes first US state to charge 'Green Fee' on tourists Show Caption Hide Caption Hawaii's Kilauea volcano spews stunning lava fountains Hawaii's Kilauea volcano spewed lava fountains exceeding 1,000 feet, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Hawaii became the first U.S. state to establish a climate impact fee on Tuesday, placing an additional tax on tourists to fund climate change resiliency projects and environmental stewardship within the islands. As the country's inaugural "Green Fee," Act 96 will raise the state's current transient accommodations tax (TAT) by 0.75% for a total of 11% placed upon the nightly lodging rate, effective Jan. 1, 2026, according to a press release by Governor Josh Green's office. The fee will apply to travelers staying in hotels, short-term vacation rentals and for the first time ever, cruise ships. For a nightly hotel rate of $300, that would be an extra $2.25 each night. "As an island chain, Hawaii cannot wait for the next disaster to hit before taking action," Green said in a statement. "We must build resiliency now, and the Green Fee will provide the necessary financing to ensure resources are available for our future." What is a tourist tax? Many destinations are raising tourist taxes, but are they accomplishing their goal? The new fee is expected to generate $100 million annually. The funded projects are to be confirmed next legislative session but will span environmental stewardship, climate and hazard resiliency, and sustainable tourism. Previously, cruise ship passengers had bypassed the TAT, but the new law seeks to promote "equity across the tourism industry" by ensuring all travelers contribute to protecting the islands' economic and natural resources. The bill came as a response to the growing frequency of natural disasters exacerbated by climate change, specifically the 2023 Maui wildfires, the deadliest wildfire in the country in over a century that decimated the community of Lahaina. In just hours, over 100 people were killed with homes, businesses and cultural sites burnt to ashes. After the fires, the governor formed the Climate Advisory Team (CAT) to develop climate disaster policy recommendations. A key measure from the group was to secure a source of funding for climate change mitigation and disaster relief, according to the release. "The Green Fee bill marks a historic investment in climate disaster resilience and environmental protection," said Chris Benjamin, the leader of CAT, in a statement. "Using the TAT to fund resiliency projects ensures that the financial burden of safeguarding our aina (island) and people doesn't fall upon residents alone. We thank the legislature, industry and countless community groups and individuals who advocated tirelessly for this bill." Tourist taxes are quickly emerging worldwide as more destinations face the impacts of overtourism and climate change. Last year, Greece, Bali and the Galápagos Islands all implemented or raised their fees on travelers to contribute to various programs based on sustainability. Experts say the effectiveness of such a tax is still up in the air and heavily depends on the outcome and goals. In some cases, like in Venice, a small tax hasn't deterred tourists, but in other places, it has successfully funded beneficial projects.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Six Area Financial Services CUSO Credit Unions Select Mahalo Banking
~ Selection follows in-depth evaluation, affirming provider's platform innovation and deep industry expertise~ TROY, Mich., May 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mahalo Banking, a CUSO that specializes in online and mobile banking solutions for credit unions, today announced the addition of six new credit union partners through a strategic relationship with Area Financial Services (AFS), a CUSO focused on data processing and technology services. These new partnerships underscore Mahalo's rising impact among credit unions seeking a modern digital experience that prioritizes innovation, member-centric usability, and seamless core compatibility with Corelation KeyStone. The credit unions – Directions Credit Union, Firelands Federal Credit Union, Fremont Federal Credit Union, Glass City Federal Credit Union, Impact Credit Union, and Midwest Community Federal Credit Union – selected Mahalo following an extensive and collaborative evaluation process led by AFS in partnership with credit union leadership and staff selection teams. The selection reflects the strong confidence in Mahalo's digital platform, team, technical flexibility, and ability to support diverse member needs through a secure and inclusive user experience. "Our due diligence process was incredibly thorough as we reviewed almost every major digital banking solution on the market, and Mahalo stood out for its flexibility, functionality, and the strong team behind the technology," Michael Tindall, CEO of AFS said. "In addition to an outstanding platform, several key factors contributed to their partnership selection. The deep core connectivity with Corelation KeyStone was essential for our credit unions' operational goals, and just as important was the close relationship we've built with Mahalo. They are more than a vendor – they are credit union people through and through, with a genuine investment in the movement and a clear understanding of our mission." Mahalo's advanced digital banking solution enables credit unions to deliver innovative, member-centric experiences through features such as Credential Assurance Technology (CAT), which proactively defends against credential stuffing attacks, and its Thoughtful Banking® capabilities that support neurodiverse and accessibility-focused user needs. The platform's strong core integration supports optimized workflows, improved back-office efficiency, and quicker time to market for new digital features. "Earning the trust of AFS and its credit unions was critically important to us, and we are proud to be chosen as their digital banking provider," said Jim Stickley, CEO of Mahalo. "This partnership is a powerful validation of what sets Mahalo apart: our unwavering focus on the credit union movement, our intuitive understanding of member needs, and our ability to deliver a flexible, future-ready platform that stands out in a crowded marketplace. Our solution offers a true strategic advantage, empowering our credit union partners to innovate, differentiate, and create more meaningful, lasting member relationships." About Area Financial Services Located in Northwest Ohio, Area Financial Services, Inc. has been dedicated to supporting credit unions since 1986. What began as a humble check processing CUSO has evolved into a comprehensive service provider for the modern credit union. With a rich history and forward-thinking approach, Area Financial Services, Inc. is a trusted partner providing high-quality solutions and unparalleled support. For more information, please visit About Mahalo Mahalo Banking provides online and mobile banking solutions for credit unions. Based in Troy, Mich., the Mahalo platform is designed and built on superior architecture with deep integration to core processing, providing security and a robust feature set across all delivery channels for a true omni experience. Mahalo offers the industry's first and only online banking solution to fully integrate comprehensive neurodiverse functionality directly into its platform. This inclusive approach allows credit unions to support and embrace all members and accommodate their unique needs. For more information about Mahalo Banking, please visit us at follow us on Twitter or connect via LinkedIn. View source version on Contacts MEDIA CONTACT: Gabriela Fowlergabriela@ 678.781.7229 Sign in to access your portfolio
