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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Ex-Nalco chief, wife convicted in graft case
Representative image NEW DELHI: In a high-profile case of corruption against a senior govt executive, an ED special court Monday convicted Abhay Srivastava, a former chairman and managing director of public sector undertaking Nalco, his wife Chandni and two associates under the anti-money laundering law for allegedly receiving bribes from contractors in supply of two lakh tonne of washing coal. The conviction came 14 years after CBI booked the former CMD of National Aluminium Company Limited (Nalco) under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Later, ED investigated a money laundering case against the illegal gratification received by him and seized 10 gold bars of one kg each from a bank locker allegedly operated by Chandni. The court upheld the ED probe and noted the illicit funds were layered and concealed through purchase of gold bars which were stored at a Bank of Maharashtra Delhi branch. 'This court finds there was prior concert and coordination among the four accused — Srivastava and (his close associate) BL Bajaj both involved their wives to conceal gold bars of one kg each by keeping in a bank locker taken in the name of Anita Bajaj. However, it was being operated by Chandni Srivastava... Therefore, this court is of the considered view that there is sufficient evidence on the record establishing that all the accused conspired with each other in commission of offence of money laundering,' special judge Shailender Malik noted in his judgment. 'ED said it has successfully demonstrated that the illegal gratification was generated when Srivastava accepted illicit payments through Bajaj in connection with the coal supply tender floated by Nalco,' the judge said. The case is related to the Nalco tender issued for purchase of two lakh tonne of washing coal from its captive power plant at Angul in Odisha in 2010. Four companies applied, of which two were rejected at the technical bid stage. Maheshwari Brothers Coal Ltd and Bhatia International Ltd were approved by acting CMD BL Bagda, for placing before the committee of directors, to be chaired by Srivastava. The court took cognisance of phone calls intercepted by CBI, where it was stated that Rs 1.2 crore (at rate of Rs 150/tonne for 80,000 tonne) was decided as illegal gratification from Bhatia International Ltd for Srivastava as an award for contract.
Martechvibe
6 days ago
- Business
- Martechvibe
CMOs Are Burning Out and Martech Might Be to Blame
In an industry obsessed with growth hacks and shiny stacks, marketers are now losing nearly a month each year just troubleshooting tools. Creativity is being sidelined. Morale is dropping. Strategy is on hold. Chandni is an Editor with a keen interest in customer-obsessed ideas. A journalist by profession and a writer at heart, she is committed to martech and CX content that resonates with readers across industries. View More Locala's omnichannel advertising platform leverages granular insights and cutting-edge AI to help marketers plan, activate, and measure campaigns that are personalised to the local consumer. It specialises in transforming complex mobility and consumer data into actionable audience insights, fueling advanced media strategies. VISIT WEBSITE Blue Prism is a global software provider, offering ROM 2, an intelligent automation implementation methodology that empowers teams to scale their digital workflow. 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It also offers an open-source version alongside its commercial plans enabling enterprises to build tailored use cases. VISIT WEBSITE Liferay DXP helps marketers deliver personalised and connected digital experiences across a broad range of channels, including customer portals, websites, intranets, mobile apps, and connected devices. It offers intuitive CMS, user analytics, and site management tools that businesses need to launch, test and optimise digital experiences for faster go-to-market. VISIT WEBSITE Powered by IBM Consulting, IBM iX offers a composable DXP, providing a comprehensive solution to make enterprises' systems future-ready. Utilising its data-driven insights and intelligent workflows, marketers can design and deliver human-centred experiences across the customer lifecycle. VISIT WEBSITE HCL Digital Experience (DX), forms part of a wider HCL Customer Experience (CX) product portfolio, offering core capabilities such as content management, DAM, CDP called Signals, and low-code application development. It provides services in government, life sciences, insurance, financial services, and other verticals. VISIT WEBSITE Contentstack is a headless CMS and Composable Digital Experience Platform (DXP) solution provider that helps marketers gain a competitive edge. It recently launched into Google Cloud Marketplace, and is also available on Microsoft Azure and AWS. It seamlessly enables mid-market brands to adopt its omnichannel campaign engine to drive higher conversions and sales. VISIT WEBSITE Bloomreach Commerce Experience Cloud provides businesses an edge with its modular capabilities: Content Management System (CMS), Discovery features for search and merchandising optimisation, and Engagement tools such as Customer Data Platforms (CDP) for personalisation and analytics. VISIT WEBSITE Adobe Experience Cloud offers a comprehensive set of services specifically designed to address the day-to-day requirements for personalised customer experience at scale. Its platform helps manage different digital content and assets to improve customer satisfaction. Some of its products include Adobe Gen Studio, Experience Manager Sites, Real-time CDP, and Marketo Engage. VISIT WEBSITE Acquia offers DXP solutions, comprising of two main elements: Acquia Drupal Cloud and Acquia Marketing Cloud. It can be accessed in both platform-as-a-service (PaaS) and software-as-a-service (SaaS) with additional components such as Site Factory for multisite management, digital asset management (DAM), CDP, personalisation, and Campaign Studio. VISIT WEBSITE
Pink Villa
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Meet actor who faced tension with Aamir Khan but worked well with Shah Rukh Khan, then accused Mani Ratnam of undermining her
If versatility and finesse had a face, this actor would surely take away the limelight! This Indian actor has not only worked in Hindi films but is also known for her work in South cinema, television space, and even stage plays. She has worked with Shah Rukh Khan and recalled him being 'very sensitive.' On the other hand, the actor shared an uneasy equation with Aamir Khan and has also accused Mani Ratnam of undermining her. She is none other than Mita Vasisht. Born in 1967, Mita Vasisht graduated from the National School of Drama in 1967 and has been active in the industry for decades. From Chandni to Taal and Kuch Khatti Kuch Meethi, the 57-year-old has worked significantly in mainstream movies. She played a prominent character in Dil Se, alongside Shah Rukh Khan. In one of her interviews, Mita recalled how the superstar made an effort to avoid her getting injuries to the head while filming for the movie. However, she expressed dissatisfaction with Mani Ratnam favoring Manisha Koirala. The Kaagaz actor explained that she underwent intense training as per her role, but the filmmaker insisted on hiding her toned biceps as he felt it overshadowed Manisha. Aamir Khan did not like it when Mita Vasisht touched his hair Recalling her experience of working with Aamir Khan, the veteran actor reminisced about how the latter felt bad when she touched his hair during a scene in Ghulam while improvising it. She commented that if she had been a commercial artist, Aamir would not have felt that way. Mita also highlighted that they had very different acting approaches. Mita Vasisht experienced casting couch with a Tamil filmmaker To date, she has been vocal about her journey, shedding light on the highs and lows she went through. Like many other actors, Mita also faced the casting couch with a filmmaker from the Telugu industry. It was when she was attending the Chennai Film Festival that the person in question tried to stop her from leaving the room that they were in. Not only this, but he even chased her outside as she attempted to get into a safer place.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Class apart: Sidewalks pave way for big dreams
Thanks to their selfless mentors, children from the fringes of society in Ahmedabad are finding empowerment and life goals Two girls are playing chase at a municipal garden near Gyan Mandir Society in the Vasna area of Ahmedabad. One realises it's time to go home. The other one hollers, 'Bye, bye, see you,' to her — in English. The two, aged around 10, are from the nearby Sorai Nagar slums and have picked up the language at the evening class for underprivileged kids by Tresna Foundation. From 4.30 to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, a portion of the park transforms into an open-air classroom, where hope blooms alongside flowers. Around 100 kids from Classes 1 to 8 gather here. Among them sits 15-year-old Chandni, a house help who never went to school. Hands that once scrubbed floors now hold a pencil. Tresna, the brainchild of Rangoli Bakshi, was born eight years ago out of her desire to spend time on a worthy cause. 'Tresna started with education for the underprivileged and grew to cover women's health and skill development,' says Bakshi. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad Here, children from govt and semi-govt schools find more than just academic support. "They learn all subjects, from English to mathematics, but more importantly, they discover their potential,' says Jalpa, who has been nurturing these young minds for six years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cách giao dịch ETH/USD mà không cần nắm giữ Ether IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Jalpa talks about the teething troubles. "Getting children to attend was an uphill task. We went house to house. Parents didn't see any value in it. When we started out with just five children, even that seemed like a big victory,' she says. The initiative has led to a change in the community. Mothers who once hesitated to send their children to the class are now volunteers themselves. And then there are student volunteers from colleges and those from well-to-do homes. 'Because the children get good exposure, learn good values, and have role models, they feel motivated to come here without fail,' says Bakshi. Even rain can't throw a wet blanket on their determination. Studies stop when it pours mid-class, but the students regroup when the skies clear. The transformation of the children is visible in stories like Sunny's. He joined as a third grader. Now in Class 10, he monitors and mentors younger students while nurturing a dream. "I want to join the army," he says, confident that his dreams are within reach. The (Foot)Path to Progress Virat Shah, an instrumentation and control engineer from Ahmedabad's LD Engineering College, was 45 when he decided to quit his high-paying job in the UAE in 2010 to return to his city. 'People's lives have three aspects — social, professional, and personal. I replaced my job with social work. I had earned enough to pursue my dream of educating slum children.' One sees his vision in the bustling streets of Vatva, where dozens of underprivileged children sit attentively, their eyes fixed on their teacher. This makeshift classroom represents Shah's remarkable journey. What began in 2012 as a single class on a pavement with 10 students has evolved into the Sarvodaya Group Trust, an organisation that has provided supplementary education to approximately 1,800 children from migrant families and pavement dwellers over the past 13 years. Does it get tough during monsoons? 'We scurry under any roof that we find when it rains. We have run classes from a nearby gurdwara, even someone's front yard to keep the momentum alive despite the seasonal challenges,' says the now 56-year-old. Early on, Virat could only persuade a few parents living in the slums near Isanpur crossroads. Many would skip classes to be at places where they would get food. 'It wasn't their fault as their priority was the next meal, not long-term academic or career goals.' Shah started serving them meals, gave each of them hygiene kits and uniforms. Shah's dream was shattered many times, but he pieced it together every time. Soon, he was running nine centres. Wanting to do more, in 2015 he took them to a nearby municipal school for admissions. The principal refused because of a lack of documentation. Not to be deterred, Shah became their legal guardian in cases where families did not have papers. Shah even studied LLB to understand legal aspects and help them. Shah's momentum doesn't end at municipal school admissions. 'I feel that these schools don't share my vision of a qualitative outcome. Our trust wants to mould the children for society, shaping them into responsible citizens with ethics, values, education, and skills and neutralise the disadvantages of their being born into poverty or growing up on the streets.' Last year, the trust started an English-medium pre-school. 'This is not for supplementary education.' Encouraged, Shah and his team are now building their state-board-affiliated primary school up to Class 8 for formal education. 'I started to do what I, or any parent, would want for their children — education, strong moral values, and discipline,' he concludes. Success Amid Dust and Din It's around 5.30pm and Kamal Parmar, 79, is sitting outside his automobile-cum-metallurgy workshop in Bhudarpura, chopping onions, unaffected by the pressure washer hissing in the background, the rain and the cacophony of the traffic around him. The onions will go into a hot snack being cooked nearby. What has this got to do with the story of the man whose footpath school has given direction to hundreds of children? 'For 25 years, a hot snack or a small meal has remained the big draw for hundreds of slum children to continue their supplementary education at my class,' he says. It all began with Parmar's interaction with some children from the nearby slums returning from school. It revealed a disturbing truth — despite being in Class 7, these children could barely answer basic questions. This sparked Parmar's mission that would change hundreds of lives. 'They were like blank sheets of paper. We worked on them, and as we started seeing progress, began grouping those with similar talents together. ' Starting with just one blackboard and 10 children, Parmar's footpath school, which runs every evening from 7-9pm, has grown to accommodate students from Classes 3 to 12. 'For the first five years, I spent my own money on benches, blackboards, notebooks and snacks. As word spread, people and organisations came forward to help,' he says. Amid the din and grime of the footpath, there has been success. Today, his former students hold good posts in banks, and some have moved abroad — success that seemed impossible for children who once saw no future beyond their parents' struggles. Among them is Ronak Solanki, who joined Parmar's school in 2004 as a fourth grader, and is now a goods loco pilot for Indian Railway's South Western division. 'My maths teacher herself didn't know how to find the area of a circle. Such was the situation at my govt school.' Parmar gave him wings, even sponsoring his education at a private school from Classes 8 to 12. 'In Class 10, I scored 97 in maths and 93 in science. Soon, I acquired a degree in mechanical engineering and here I am,' says Solanki. His current residence, a three-bedroom apartment near Parmar's home, contrasts sharply with his humble beginnings in a 10x12-foot rooftop dwelling. Meanwhile, Parmar's energy seems boundless even today. 'I am doing God's work,' he simply says. Despite offers to move to a larger space, Parmar insists on keeping the school at its original location. 'If I move, the purpose will be lost. The class must be accessible to children from these slums.' Under A Flyover, Dreams Take Flight Under the Gyan Shakti Marg flyover, an unusual classroom comes alive each evening. Here, opposite the heritage campus of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A), the Smile initiative (Student-Mediated Initiative for Learning to Excel) is quietly transforming the lives of underprivileged children from Vastrapur and nearby areas. Founded by Padma Shri awardee Prof Anil Kumar Gupta, this collaborative venture between IIM-A and the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation serves as more than just a supplementary education centre. It offers comprehensive support for academic foundations, life skills and career counselling to these children from Classes 6-12, covering science, arts and commerce. Among their bright students is Harsh Panchal, son of a carpenter living in Vastrapur with his two siblings. Harsh joined Smile when he was in Class 9. In Class 12 boards, he scored 82%, and inspired by the IIM-A team, is currently pursuing an integrated MBA from KS School of Management, Gujarat University. And then, there is Mahima Kotaliya, whose father runs a small grocery store from their home. She aspires to graduate from a prominent college and thereafter, study hard and crack the civil services exam. What started with 20 students has now grown to 120 regular attendees, though the journey has not been without its challenges. 'Every child deserves access to quality education and opportunities for growth. We at Smile have faced obstacles like dropout rates and foundational knowledge gaps but the resilience and determination of our students and team have been inspiring,' says Smile project head Priyanshi Vora, adding, 'The transformative power of education is evident in our 100% result rate across all standards.' The volunteer force, comprising IIM-A's postgraduate students, has doubled from 20 to 40, reflecting the programme's growing impact. These volunteers don't just teach — they mentor, motivate and nurture talents through various activities including music, dance, drama and arts and crafts. 'We are extremely proud of our students who have excelled and achieved 100% results in Class 10 and 12 board exams for the second straight year,' said Prof Sunil Maheshwari, dean, alumni and external relations, IIM-A, adding that it would not have been possible without the sponsor, IIM-A Alumni Association Mumbai Chapter. A unique aspect of Smile is its Buddy Project, where volunteers engage in year-long, one-on-one interactions with students and their families, creating deeper understanding and support systems. The initiative, supported by IIM-A's Alumni & External Relations Office, organises activity camps in July and December, providing additional opportunities for learning and engagement. 'Challenges ranged from clashes in our schedules to the language barrier, but the most difficult one was the huge grade level gap among the students. For this, we conducted grade-level assessment tests and modified our pedagogy accordingly,' said Ishita R Sachan, Smile student coordinator and a PGP student of the 2023-2025 batch. As evening falls and the flyover traffic rumbles overhead, Smile continues its mission, one student at a time. Another IIM-A initiative is Prayaas, a student-run effort that aims to empower underprivileged children living around the campus. Established in 2003 by students of the then PGP batch, the initiative now supports over 100 students. The IIM-A community also supports these children in gaining admission to nearby public schools.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Time of India
J'khand couple arrested for stealing gold ornament from S'garh shop
Rourkela: A Jharkhand-based couple was arrested on Saturday for stealing a gold ornament from a jewellery shop at Daily Market in Rajgangpur, Sundargarh district around five days ago. The arrested couple was identified as Sonu Sinha (40) and Chandni Devi (30) of Kanke (Jharkhand). According to the police, Chandni, along with her 11-year-old son, entered the jewellery store around 6:30pm on July 8 and asked the shopkeeper to show her a gold pendant and when the latter displayed a range of pendants in front of her, she picked up one of them discreetly and left the store. Later that day, the shopkeeper noticed that one of the pendants was missing. He then lodged an FIR at Rajgangpur police station and subsequently, the couple was nabbed in Jharkhand. Upon interrogation, Chandni confessed to the crime and said that her husband was waiting in a car outside the jewellery shop on July 8 when she went inside the store and stole the pendant. "We are probing to find out if other persons were involved with the couple in the crime," M R Pradhan, inspector in-charge of Rajgangpur police station, said.
