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The Hindu
3 hours ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Ride along Vizag Beach Road on double-decker bus to be a reality soon
Ever dreamt of travelling along the scenic Beach Road from RK Beach to Bheemunipatnam in a double-decker open-top bus, covering the pristine coastline on one side and lush green hills on the other? Well, it may become a reality soon as the Greater Visakhapatnam Smart City Corporation Limited (GVSCCL), in collaboration with the Tourism Department, is planning to introduce double-decker bus services, covering key tourist hotspots in Visakhapatnam. The Ashok Leyland Group donated a double-decker bus to the Andhra Pradesh government to promote tourism in the State. IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh has ensured that the bus is allocated to Visakhapatnam, recognising the strong tourism potential of the city. Tender floated Building on this, the GVSCCL, with the support of the Tourism Department, is planning to procure two more double-decker buses by using the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. Tenders (Request for Proposal) have already been floated for this purpose and the last date for accepting the proposals is May 31. Chief Engineer G. Siva Prasad Raju states that the new service will operate on a 'hop-on, hop-off' model, providing tourists with an innovative and flexible way to explore the city's tourist attractions. 'For example, a tourist can board the bus at RK Beach and get off at Tenneti Park to spend some time there and hop onto another bus to reach Rushikonda. The buses will operate on a circuit, with high frequency to suit passengers' needs, allowing tourists to explore the city at their own pace,' he explains. Of the three proposed bus services, two will feature closed-top decks, while one will have an open-top design. The decision has been taken, keeping in the view of the local weather conditions and preferences of tourists. The authorities are yet to finalise the routes and fare structures. The initial plan focuses on the Beach Road stretch from RK Beach to Bheemunipatnam, which features a string of tourist spots including Kursura Submarine Museum, Visakha Museum, Kailasagiri Ropeway, Tenneti Park, Jodugullapalem View Point, Rushikonda Beach, and Erra Matti Dibbalu. Future expansions may include other popular locations such as the Simhachalam temple and One Town.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
KU, Warangal, witnessing progress in all aspects, says VC Pratap Reddy
HANAMKONDA Kakatiya University (KU), Warangal, Vice-Chancellor K. Pratap Reddy stated that he has taken all possible measures to strengthen the university in all aspects since assuming the role of VC on October 19, 2024. He added that he was successful to a great extent in these efforts, with the block grant enhanced to ₹144 crore from ₹98 crore and ₹50 crore in development grants besides maintaining the examination schedule. Addressing a press conference along with Registrar Prof. V. Ramchandram here on Tuesday, Mr. Reddy said that university had secured CSR funding from Infosys, with 300 computers sanctioned out of which 120 were received in two phases so far. 'In terms of infrastructure and resource mobilisation, The Geology Department labs were inaugurated, and other departmental labs were strengthened. Additionally, pure drinking water facilities were established in university hostels in collaboration with Bala Vikasa,' Mr. Reddy said explaining his efforts. Regarding the employee benefits, he said terminal benefits, PRC arrears, and outstanding dues were cleared for teaching and non-teaching staff. 'I have also prioritised faculty and staff welfare, issuing CAS notifications and processing compassionate appointments for eligible candidates. The university has also been recognised for its excellence, with Kakatiya University being conferred with the 'Best Government University – Pharmacy' award by a media organisation,' the VC said. In terms of research and innovation, two patents were registered in the Departments of Zoology and Pharmacy. Faculty members from the Pharmacy and Economics Departments have contributed new academic publications and books, he said. Meanwhile, the university is set to host several notable events, including the 23rd Convocation scheduled for July 7 and the Telangana Science Congress. 'Nearly 1,000 delegates are expected to participate in the Science Congress, which is scheduled from August 19 to 21,' he said. Controller of Examinations, Prof Rajender Katla and several senior faculty members were present at the press meet.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
AFYREN Achieves "Responsible Care® Confirmed Diagnosis" Certification and Published Its Second Sustainability Report
AFYREN confirms its proactive approach to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) with: the award of the "Responsible Care® - Confirmed Diagnosis" certificate by France Chimie for its AFYREN NEOXY industrial site the publication of its second sustainability report, structured in accordance with the requirements of the CSR directive (CSRD) CLERMONT-FERRAND, France & LYON, France, May 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: AFYREN (Euronext: FR0014005AC9 - ALAFY), a greentech company offering industrial customers bio-based, low-carbon products through a unique fermentation technology based on a circular model, announces that it has received the "Responsible Care® - Confirmed Diagnosis" certification from France Chimie for its AFYREN NEOXY industrial site. AFYREN has also published its sustainability report for the 2024 financial year. In order to strengthen stakeholder recognition of its CSR approach, the company decided to undergo an external review by "Responsible Care® - Confirmed Diagnosis", led by France Chimie, in accordance with the CSR framework for the global chemical industry. This certification reflects the growing structure of AFYREN's CSR policy, marked in 2024 by the signing of the Responsible Care® charter by the management team of AFYREN and AFYREN NEOXY. Responsible Care is the global chemical industry's voluntary initiative for the safe management of chemicals and a shared commitment to continuously improve health, safety, and environmental performance through ethical practices, transparent communication, and sustainable innovation. Led jointly by the QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) and CSR teams, the assessment, which took several months and included around 20 interviews with various departments within the company, resulted in the development of a realistic and ambitious CSR roadmap incorporating concrete actions plus short- and medium-term deadlines tailored to the company's specific characteristics. "The external perspective and action plan developed by the Confirmed Diagnostic support enabled us to prioritize the actions to be taken and strengthen our preparation for upcoming certifications. The particular attention paid to monitoring product quality is in line with our commitment to better serving our customers" explains Sabine DOSSAT, QHSE Manager at AFYREN. The Responsible Care® diagnosis also highlighted AFYREN's pioneering role in non-financial communication, particularly its voluntary reporting approach. In line with its stated commitment to transparent communication on its commitments, AFYREN is publishing its second sustainability report in accordance with the nature and framework proposed by the CSR Directive. This report traces the company's progress, incorporating new performance indicators and examples of concrete actions. This report is part of AFYREN's ongoing commitment to improving its CSR performance, as confirmed by the positive trend in the Company's non-financial ratings over the past five years. Caroline PETIGNY, Director of CSR, Communications and Public Affairs at AFYREN states: "We have very high standards in terms of CSR, and our model is centered on responsible governance, limited environmental impact, and a strong social commitment to serving a robust and resilient industry. This requirement involves transparency about our commitments and our drivers for improvement. We see CSR reporting as a powerful tool for mobilizing teams, ensuring accountability, engaging with our stakeholders, and promoting the company's actions. The CSR approach is of great significance for our Company that we will continue to develop in the years ahead." The sustainability report can be viewed and downloaded in a dedicated section of the company's website: About AFYREN AFYREN is a French greentech company, founded in 2012, focused on providing innovative, sustainable solutions to reduce reliance on fossil-based resources. AFYREN's proprietary, nature-inspired fermentation technology valorizes local biomass from non-food agricultural co-products to produce 100% biobased, low-carbon carboxylic acids. The company's sustainable solutions address decarbonization challenges in a wide variety of strategic sectors, including human and animal nutrition, flavors and fragrances, life sciences, materials science, plus lubricants and technical fluids. AFYREN's competitive, plug-and-play, circular technology enables manufacturers to adopt sustainable solutions without modifying production processes. The company's first industrial plant, AFYREN NEOXY, a joint venture with Bpifrance's SPI fund, is based in the Grand-Est region of France, serving primarily the European market. AFYREN is also pursuing a project in Thailand with a global leader in the sugar industry and is building its presence in the Americas, based on existing distribution agreements. At the end of 2024, AFYREN employed 130 people across sites in Lyon, Clermont-Ferrand and Carling Saint-Avold. Committed to continuous innovation, the company invests 20% of its annual budget in R&D to further develop the range of sustainable solutions. AFYREN is listed on Euronext Growth® Paris since 2021 (ISIN code: FR0014005AC9, ticker: ALAFY). For more information, visit and follow us on LinkedIn View source version on Contacts AFYREN Director for ESG, Communications and Public Affairs Caroline Investor Relations Mark Reinhardinvest@ NewCap Investor Relations Théo Martin / Mathilde BohinTel: +33 1 44 71 94 94afyren@ Media Relations Nicolas Mérigeau / Gaëlle FromaigeatTel: +33 1 44 71 94 98afyren@ MC Services AG (international) Investor Relations Bettina Ellinghorst Media Relations Dr. Johanna Kobler, Shaun Brown Tel: +49 89 210 228 0afyren@
India Today
3 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Maruti Suzuki automated driving test tracks inaugurated by Uttarakhand CM
In a major step towards enhancing road safety and ensuring skilled driving across Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated automated driving test tracks (ADTTs) in Haridwar and Rishikesh. These facilities have been developed by Maruti Suzuki India Limited under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) newly launched ADTTs are equipped with high-definition cameras and fully integrated IT systems, enabling a 100% computerised and transparent evaluation process for driving license seekers. Designed to eliminate human intervention, the tests are conducted in strict adherence to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), ensuring a fair and efficient assessment of driving new ADTTs will cater to testing for Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and two-wheelers. With this, Uttarakhand now has three automated tracks in total, including one in Dehradun, operational since 2019. The Dehradun ADTT had previously won recognition from the Chief Minister for excellence and good governance in 2019–2020. Speaking on the occasion, Brijesh Kumar Sant (IAS), Secretary, Transport Department, Government of Uttarakhand, said, 'We are committed to making the roads of Uttarakhand safer, and Maruti Suzuki's ADTTs are a key enabler. Our collaboration with Maruti Suzuki dates back to 2009 with the establishment of the Institute of Driving and Traffic Research (IDTR) in Dehradun. Through these automated test tracks, we can ensure that only truly competent drivers are granted licenses.'The Secretary also highlighted the state's partnership with Maruti Suzuki in conducting refresher training for commercial drivers ahead of the annual Char Dham Yatra—a mandatory program that helps drivers navigate challenging hill routes and qualify for the Green Card necessary for yatra Bharti, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, thanked the Uttarakhand Government for its continued support. 'Under the visionary leadership of CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand is rapidly developing. Skilled drivers are critical to boosting tourism and ensuring road safety. Our ADTTs will help achieve these goals by ensuring that licenses are issued only to capable and well-prepared drivers,' he added that the company plans to train approximately 11,000 commercial drivers in refresher courses this year through its IDTR to the strict evaluation criteria of the automated systems, an initial dip in pass rates is often observed. For instance, the pass percentage at the Dehradun ADTT dropped to 60% in FY 2019–20 but has since improved to 69%, indicating that applicants are becoming better prepared over to Auto Today Magazine
Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
PPL's MD inaugurates CERDT at UET
LAHORE: MD & CEO, Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) Imran Abbasy as Chief Guest, formally inaugurated the Center of Excellence for Research, Development and Training (CERDT) at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore, a landmark initiative funded by PPL under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. With a Rs51.1 million grant by PPL over three years (2022–25), the CERDT is a flagship academia-industry collaboration aimed at strengthening Pakistan's indigenous technical expertise and research ecosystem in the oil and gas sector. The funding covered the construction, furnishing, and procurement of cutting-edge simulation and laboratory equipment for the Centre. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
