Mithun Pranav participated in 16 th Asian Schools Chess Championship, which was held in Kalutara, Srilanka and won the Silver in the classical format. Mithun Pranav is a class 3 student of Velammal Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Mogappair, Chennai have achieved in the championships. The Chess Federation of Sri Lanka organised the 16th Asian Schools Chess Championships in 2022 on behalf of the Asian Chess Federation and FIDE, the World Chess Federation. At the Citrus Hotel in Waskaduwa. The Players from Bangladesh, India, Iran, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Maldives, Malaysia, Mongolia, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Sri Lanka have been participated in the Championship 2022. Mithun placed second in the Under 09 category of the Asian Schools Chess Championship 2022 in Sri Lanka for Individual Silver in the Classical format. Mithun came in second in his division with a fantastic score of 7.5 out of 9. He received the FIDE's Candidate Master (CM) title as a result of this victory. The award ceremony for Classical was held at Temple Trees, the Colombo home of Sri Lanka's Prime Minister. In the Under 09 Category, the Mithun Team also took first place in the Classical, Rapid, and Blitz formats. At the age of 5 years and 4 months in 2019, Mithun became India's Youngest Rapid Rated Player. Additionally, he has received numerous awards in the past for his outstanding accomplishments. For further details please contact: Sanjay Babu – 94442 44089 / Dinesh – 81247 18171 / Abdul Mosin – 98404 99355 Ethos Public Relations | Tel: 044 – 4356 2351 | www.ethospr.co.in

Spread across 7000 sq. ft., offering the best eye care experts and latest technology for treatment Free consultations till January 15, 2023  Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital, India’s leading chain of eye hospitals, opens its new super-specialty eye care hospital at Tumakuru today taking the number of its facilities in the Karnataka to Seventeen. The new state-of-the-art facility was inaugurated with the blessings of Sree Sree Siddalinga Mahaswamigalu, Shree Siddagangaa Math, in the presence of the Guest of Honour, Mayor Smt. Prabhavathi M. The hospital is spread over 7000 sq. ft. Offering one-stop-solution for all eye care requirements with expert doctors and latest technology. The hospital is offering free consultation for the residents of Tumakuru till 15th January,2023.   Speaking at the event, Dr. Girish GC, Head- Clinical Services, Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital said, “There is overwhelming demand from the people of Tumakuru for expert eye care with personalized services. The new center offers specialist eye care and treatment for various eye ailments like Cataract, Retina, Refractive, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, Cornea & paediatric services. Some of the significant offerings of this facility include state-of-the-art modular operation theatre, precision-enabled diagnostic center, a dedicated cataract operation theatre and well-planned doctor chambers to reduce patient wait-time.” Dr. Srinivasa Rao, Regional Medical Director, Dr. Agarwals group of Eye Hospital said, “We are excited to bring to the people of Tumakuru this state-of-the-art eyecare facility. We have always been committed to providing the best possible services and ensuring that we have the latest technologies available at all our eye care centers. This facility will cater to the needs of the eye patients in the neighbourhood and will fulfil our commitment by offering outcome based on high quality clinical care at competitive costs. We are deeply committed to the people of Karnataka and will continue to extend our geographical footprint in Dharwad, Belgaum, Shimoga, Hassan Mangalore, Bijapur and Kodagu more locations in Bengaluru by covering 25 centers in next two years.” Congratulating the hospital chain for the new facility at Tumakuru, Mayor, Prabhavathi M said that “I am delighted to be part of this event and this center will help many people to come and get their eyes treated under the team of experienced doctors. Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospitals are known for several innovations in field of eyecare, and I am sure its presence will help elevate the quality of eye care in Tumakuru to international standards.” Speaking on the occasion Sree Sree Siddalinga Mahaswamigalu, “applauded the efforts of Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital for catering the needs of patients and bringing best quality healthcare to Tumakuru; making quality eye care accessible for residents under a team of experienced and trusted doctors.” With the inauguration of this center, Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospitals now has a total network presence of 130+ hospitals spread across India and Africa. The Group’s presence spans across 11 countries and over 16 states in India. Its facilities are staffed by a team of over 400 expert ophthalmologists and 4,000 employees.  About Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospitals:  Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital was founded in 1957 as a single facility in Chennai. The Group’s presence now spans across 130 eye hospitals in 11 countries and over 10 states in India. Its facilities are staffed by a team of over 400 ophthalmologists and 4,000 employees. They have treated over 12 million patients so far and offer not only quality eyecare, but also academic and research programs in ophthalmology and related fields. The Group is led by Chairman Prof. (Dr.) Amar Agarwal. He is a pioneer in the field of eyecare, known for several ground-breaking surgical innovations such as Glued IOL, PDEK and PhakoNit. The Group offers a complete gamut of eyecare services such as Cataract, Laser correction, Vitreo-Retinal Surgery, Corneal transplantation, Glaucoma and Squint at its centers. In addition to this, super-specialty eyecare services such as Pediatric Ophthalmology, Ocular Oncology, Neuro Ophthalmology, Uvea and Oculoplasty are also offered at its tertiary hubs. For more information on Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital, please visit www.dragarwal.com For further information, please contact: Perfect Relations I Nitheen AS|9686227227

In a recent incident, doctors at Manipal Hospitals, Kharadi, successfully delivered a baby through a natural C-section. The couple had come to the hospital after 2 unsuccessful pregnancies. After the consultation with the doctors, the couple insisted for a cesarean delivery. Dr. Rushali Jadhav and her team mimicked vaginal delivery in which the mother could see the newborn child coming out of her womb. Natural C-section is a slowed-down method in which the focus is on improving the bonding between the mother and child. In this unique case, the mother could see the baby taking birth and right after the delivery, the baby was given to the mother without cutting the umbilical cord. This was done to ensure that the child is getting skin-to-skin contact with the mother. After this, it was the mother who cut the umbilical cord of the baby under the supervision of the doctor and pediatrician. Commenting on the uniqueness of this case, Dr. Rushali Jadhav, Consultant – Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Manipal Hospitals, Kharadi- Pune said, “This was a special case in which we delivered the baby through a natural c-section. After two unsuccessful pregnancies, the couple was quite anxious and wanted to ensure that the bay is safe. Therefore, they insisted on a natural C- section. Keeping their sentiment in mind, we tried mimicking the vaginal delivery. During this procedure, only the head of the baby is taken out through a small incision in the abdomen. After that, the baby pushes its way out of the mother’s womb and is given to the mother for direct skin contact. Thankfully, there were no complications during the procedure. Both the mother and the child were safe post-delivery.” We celebrate womanhood at Manipal Hospitals and take pride in offering women top-of-the-range services to treat all gynecological conditions with foremost care and compassion. We are the best Obstetrics & Gynecologist Hospital in Kharadi, Pune, well prepared to welcome a new life into the world at all times, our obstetrics unit is one of the premier disciplines concerned with childbirth. Appointed with a multidisciplinary team of highly proficient gynecologists and obstetricians at the top of their game, it is not surprising that our Centre of Excellence is unsurpassed in these two delicate and enlivening fields of healthcare. About Manipal Hospitals  As a pioneer in healthcare, Manipal Hospitals is among the top healthcare providers in India serving over 4.5 million patients annually. Its focus is to develop an affordable, high quality healthcare framework through its multispecialty and tertiary care delivery spectrum and further extend it to out of hospital care. With the completion of acquisition of 100% shareholding in Columbia Asia Hospitals Private Limited and Vikram Hospital (Bengaluru) Private Limited, the integrated network today has a pan-India footprint of 28 hospitals across 15 cities with 7,800+ beds, and a talented pool of 4,000 doctors and an employee strength of over 11,000.  Manipal Hospitals provides comprehensive curative and preventive care for a multitude of patients from around the globe. Manipal Hospitals is NABH, AAHRPP accredited and most of the hospitals in its network are NABL, ER, Blood Bank accredited and recognized for Nursing Excellence. Manipal Hospitals has also been recognised the most respected and patient recommended hospital in India through various consumer surveys.

Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, has been named to the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the second consecutive year and the North America Index for the twelfth consecutive year. The company performed in the 97th percentile in the Capital Goods industry in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (score date: Oct. 21, 2022), with perfect scores of 100 in both the environmental reporting and social reporting categories.  The Dow Jones Sustainability World Index represents the top 10 percent of the 2,500 largest companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index based on long-term economic, environmental and social criteria. The North America Index represents the top 20 percent among the largest North American companies in the index.  “Our recognition on the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability Indices demonstrates our relentless focus on innovation to set the pace for our industry, and for the world,” said Dave Regnery, chair and CEO of Trane Technologies. “I’m proud of our team members who work every day to challenge what’s possible and identify sustainable solutions that will impact the world for generations to come.”  Trane Technologies’ inclusion on the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for over a decade underscores the company’s sustainability leadership and impact. Through bold, industry-leading action and innovation, the company is decarbonizing buildings, industry and the cold chain and advancing its 2030 Sustainability Commitments, including the Gigaton Challenge, and its pledge to be net-zero by 2050. The company’s emissions reductions targets have been externally validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).  With its Opportunity for All commitment, Trane Technologies is taking action to achieve gender parity in leadership, workforce diversity reflective of its communities, and community initiatives that support equitable education and pathways to green and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers.  About Trane Technologies Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator. Through our strategic brands Trane® and Thermo King®, and our portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes and transportation. For more on Trane Technologies, visit www.tranetechnologies.com. About S&P Dow Jones Indices S&P Dow Jones Indices is the largest global resource for essential index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based on our indices than products based on indices from any other provider in the world. Since Charles Dow invented the first index in 1884, S&P DJI has been innovating and developing indices across the spectrum of asset classes helping to define the way investors measure and trade the markets. For more information, visit: https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/. This news release includes “forward-looking statements” which are statements that are not historical facts, including statements that relate to our sustainability commitments and the impact of these commitments. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual results to differ materially from our current expectations. Such factors include, but are not limited to, our future financial performance and targets, including revenue, EPS and operating income; our business operations; demand for our products and services, including bookings and backlog; capital deployment, including the amount and timing of our dividends, our share repurchase program, including the amount of shares to be repurchased and the timing of such repurchases and our capital allocation strategy, including acquisitions, if any; our projected free cash flow and usage of such cash; our available liquidity; performance of the markets in which we operate; restructuring activity and cost savings associated with such activity; and our effective tax rate. Additional factors that could cause such differences can be found in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, as well as our subsequent reports on Form 10-Q and other SEC filings. We assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG), the IT pioneer that delivers the world’s most  advanced  data  storage  technology  and  services, today shared an update on the company’s business momentum as well as their predictions for the industry in 2023. Globally, the company continues to record solid growth. For its fiscal third quarter, ended November 6, 2022, Pure recorded revenue of US$676 million, up 20% year-over-year and subscription services revenue of US$244.8 million, up 30% year-over-year. In India, Pure continues to execute well on its strategy of providing the most advanced, reliable, and energy-efficient technology to satisfy the mission-critical data storage and management needs of its customers and this has been demonstrated by its continued ability to outpace the market. According to the IDC Quarterly Enterprise Storage Tracker, in Q3, 2022, Pure grew 590.5% while the overall market in India declined by 2.8%. “The transformation of India into a digital economy is taking place at an astonishing pace, accelerated by the pandemic. Pure’s technologies are a critical enabler for this digitalisation and we are grateful to our customers and partners for putting their faith in our ability to support their digital transformation,” said Ramanujam Komanduri, Managing Director, India, Pure Storage. 2023 Predictions Pure also shared its predictions for what will happen in 2023. “Amid rising inflation and recession risks, strengthening resilience, reducing the total cost of ownership, and optimising resources will move up the corporate agenda. This will have implications for technology investments in the region,” said Sudharsan Aravamuthan, Head of Systems Engineering, India, Pure Storage.  Future of flash: 2023 will be the year of density for flash storage Advancements in flash storage such as QLC (quad-level cell) and DirectFlash are lowering the cost and increasing density in flash to the point where many organisations are starting to replace their legacy spinning disk storage with flash. With increasing scrutiny on environmental sustainability, the energy and space savings that they get from flash is another reason why companies are moving away from legacy spinning disk. In 2023, we expect to see densities in flash storage really take a leap forward, increasing its suitability for Tier 2 and even Tier 3 workloads. Anywhere Service Economy: Barriers to Anywhere Service Economy will be lowered further in 2023  The shift in investment in IT towards flexible consumption models such as subscription-based and pay-as-you-grow methods will accelerate in 2023. This is being driven by a cultural shift within organisations particularly those that depend on external investors. Investment bodies and boards of directors are increasingly looking favourably at companies that don’t hold a lot of capital assets. This provides them with the financial flexibility to invest in more strategic areas of the business. This will result in the Anywhere Service Economy expanding even further in 2023. Supply chain: Manufacturing processes will be re-architected to mitigate supply chain disruptions Businesses will be hard-pressed to rethink their software development/product engineering cycles, as supply chain issues persist amid geopolitical tensions. This will lead organisations to consider a more modular approach that will enable them to reuse and repurpose standard components. Such an approach offers greater flexibility to complete projects in the face of supply chain disruptions, while preventing duplicated efforts in the software development lifecycle. By rejigging software development and product engineering processes to incorporate part reusability, organisations can better mitigate supply chain risks and strengthen resilience. ESG: ESG accountability will filter from the boardroom deep down into the organisation ESG will continue to increase in importance for most companies, but there will be a renewed focus on accountability and demonstrated action. Governments are coming up with policies and tax regulations to limit carbon emissions, and organisations will need to comply with new standards. Investors, partners, and consumers are increasingly considering ESG practices and performance in their decision to support an organisation. With stakeholders demanding ESG integrity, there is ongoing pressure to drive organisation-wide transformation that encompasses ESG strategy and reporting. There will also be increasing focus on Social and Governance aspects of ESG not just to meet regulations but to meet expectations of customers, partners and employees. Data protection: Data security will shift towards rapid recovery capabilities The threat goes beyond ransomware: data retrieval and recovery is no longer a given, in spite of paying attackers their desired ransom. With hackers changing their tactics from merely locking data for ransom to outrightly stealing data, relying on cybersecurity insurance policies as a last-resort safety net can no longer provide adequate data protection in 2023. Organisations will be more inclined to take a “safer data” approach – employing unified fast file and object storage platforms that provide the last line of defence against ransomware or rogue employees, while offering quick recovery speeds. Containers: Nanoservices will enter the conversation in 2023 With increasing adoption of containers and microservices, 2023 will see nanoservices start to enter the conversation. These are designed for single function applications and are even simpler to run than microservices. An example would be a news site that uses a nanoservice to just run headlines or pull in weather data. About Pure Storage Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG) uncomplicates data storage, forever. Pure delivers a cloud experience that empowers every organization to get the most from their data while reducing the complexity and expense of managing the infrastructure behind it. Pure’s commitment to providing true storage  as-a-service  gives  customers  the  agility  to  meet  changing  data  needs  at speed and scale, whether they are deploying traditional workloads, modern applications, containers, or more. Pure believes it can make a significant impact in reducing data center emissions worldwide through its environmental sustainability efforts, including designing products and solutions that enable customers to reduce their carbon and energy footprint. And with a certified customer satisfaction score in the top one percent of B2B companies, Pure’s ever-expanding list of customers are among the happiest in the world. For more information, visit www.purestorage.com. Analyst Recognition Leader in the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage Arrays Leader in the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Distributed File Systems & Object Storage Connect with Pure Blog LinkedIn Twitter

Max Life Insurance Company Ltd. (“Max Life” / “Company”) is celebrating the 5th anniversary of its ‘Rakshak’ program – an initiative dedicated to financially securing India’s armed forces personnel against life’s uncertainties. In five years, the Rakshak program has financially secured more than 39,000 defence servicemen and their families, with a sum assured of more than INR 2,100 crores. Under the program, Max Life offers insurance plans that cover all types of casualties that include ‘war and war-like situations’, servicing the specific needs of the armed forces. Serving over 65 locations, the program allows personnel of Indian Army, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), and State Police to purchase life insurance. V Viswanand, Deputy Managing Director, Max Life said, “The armed forces are the backbone of our nation, and ensuring their protection is a key priority. As we celebrate the 5th anniversary, Rakshak is our way of thanking the armed forces for their selfless service and dedication towards the country and each of us. With Max Life’s Rakshak program, we hope to serve and protect the armed personnel, veterans, and their families from financial hardships, just as they protect us from life’s adversities.”  As part of the initiative, Max Life also recruits ex-servicemen, their kin, and war widows or Veer Naaris within the Rakshak team. This helps empower them financially and contributes to the overall well-being of communities and the nation. The Company also drives several CSR activities and welfare drives within cantonments, Military Stations, and Asha Schools across the country. Max Life aims to extend protection benefits to 45% of the Indian defence sector over the next three years. Additionally, the Company plans to offer life coverage to the Indian Navy and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), and expand the Rakshak channel to 85 locations across the country.  About Max Life Insurance (www.maxlifeinsurance.com) Max Life Insurance Company Limited is a Joint Venture between Max Financial Services Limited and Axis Bank Limited. Max Financial Services Ltd. is a part of the Max Group. Max Life offers comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions, through its multi-channel distribution including agency and third-party distribution partners. Max Life has built its operations over two decades through a need-based sales process, a customer-centric approach to engagement and service delivery and trained human capital. As per public disclosures and annual audited financials for FY2021-22, Max Life has achieved a gross written premium of INR 22,414 crore. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at www.maxlifeinsurance.com

Highest Increase in FDI Employment ever – IDA Ireland IDA Ireland, the inward investment promotion and development agency of the Irish Government, today reported strong annual results for 2022 with a substantial increase in growth in FDI employment on 2021. Total employment in IDA client companies in Ireland now stands at 301,4751, a 9% increase on 2021. 103 of the 242 investments won in 2022 were new name investments. Job losses remained at historically low levels with 8,407 recorded in the past year giving a net jobs total of 24,019 for 2022. Total employment in IDA client companies in core sectors grew in 2022, up 9% to 116,192 in Information and Communications Services, up 8% 105,199 in modern manufacturing, 5.6% in traditional manufacturing to 23,658 and up 9% to 56,426 in business, financial and other services. The strong growth in regions continued this year with 127 – or 52% of the investments won going to regional locations and employment growth recorded in every region of the country. Employment growth was highest in the Mid-East region; up 13.1% to 21,861. The Midlands Region was up 10.5% to 7,665, Dublin was also up 10.5% to 137,822, the Border up 6.3% to 8.885, the South West was up 7.5% to 52,228, the West region was up 7.3% to 31,490 the Mid-West recorded a growth increase of 3.6% to 26,004 and there was growth of 3% in the South East, to 15,520. With sustainability one of five pillars of our strategy, IDA’s strong focus was evident in the number of sustainability project approvals in 2022 with 21 investments secured, the majority of them focused on climate change mitigation. A focus on transformation is more important than ever if companies are to remain competitive amid an accelerating shift towards a low carbon and high-tech economy. The resilience and longevity of MNCs in Ireland reflects their ability to constantly transform in response to change.  IDA is engaging with clients on RD&I, training, digitisation and sustainability related investments to ensure the FDI base is positioned for continued success in the future. The 2022 figures continue the pattern of sustained, robust growth in FDI investment and FDI-related employment that has been achieved over a continuous period of more than ten years. However, at the announcement of our mid-year results in July, we pointed to serious global challenges and uncertainties. It is now evident that the global economy faces serious headwinds in 2023 with the continuing Russia-Ukraine war, inflation, monetary policy and geo-political developments. IDA continues to monitor the situation in the global technology sector and continues to actively engage with its technology client base. The layoffs announced in recent weeks are regrettable and our thoughts are with those who have lost, or are in the process of, losing their jobs. The companies that have announced job losses in recent days will continue to operate in Ireland and are important companies in the global and Irish ecosystem. IDA’s focus is on the continued partnership with these companies to continue to grow their presence in Ireland and deepen their impact on the Irish economy. The technology base in Ireland has been building for over 60 years and will continue to grow in the future, despite current challenges. The underlying strength in the technology sector is driven by a number of factors, including the pace of digitalisation (across all sectors) and the associated need for new digital infrastructure and services. 1 The Annual Employment Survey shows employment in client companies on October 31st 2022. The results are preliminary, and any changes made post October 31st will be picked up in the following years survey. An Tánaiste & Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment Leo Varadkar T.D. said: “Ireland has not been immune to the challenges created by global events of recent months, and we expect those to continue into 2023. However, these figures show that Ireland continues to be seen as a location of choice for new investors and long-established companies who chose to reinvest in substantial expansions of their operations here. These are the best ever FDI employment figures in a single year – 24,019 net new jobs represent a 43% increase on 2021, which itself was a record year. The numbers directly employed in the multinational sector have also surpassed the 300,000 mark for the first time. It is extremely positive to see the growth in investment outside of Dublin continue in 2022, with a good nationwide spread achieved. I know it’s a difficult time for people working in Tech companies as we enter the Christmas and New Year period. My office is in close contact with the companies involved and we are working with them to minimise the impact on people’s livelihoods and the wider economy. While I am concerned about the job losses in Tech, there is a good pipeline of new investments coming from the multinationals and Irish-owned corporations in a range of sectors including Life Sciences, Food and Beverages, Manufacturing and Aviation.  We expect many positive announcements in the coming months. The economy is well diversified.  Ireland continues to maintain a reputation as an excellent location for investment. Last week I launched a new White Paper on Enterprise which sets out the Government’s enterprise policies in the period to 2030. Foreign Direct Investment will remain central to our economic model. The White Paper seeks to advance Ireland’s FDI and trade value proposition and includes the targets of a 20% increase in IDA client expenditure in Ireland by 2024; and at least half of all FDI investments between 2021 and 2024 to be located outside of Dublin.” Tanaz Buhariwalla, India Director IDA Ireland said: “In 2022, despite the turbulent geopolitical landscape and after-effects of the pandemic, Ireland continues to stand tall. IDA Ireland’s results for 2022 are an accomplishment we are proud of and we are happy that Indian companies have continued to support us in our growth journey. Ireland remains a preferred destination for Lifesciences, Manufacturing, CAV, ICT/Technology sectors. Undoubtedly, Ireland will retain its pro-business environment and continue

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Rajiv Janjanam joins Khatabook as Head of Financial Services and Amitava Das as Head of Collection Khatabook has today announced the appointment of two new senior executives for its Financial services / digital lending organization. Rajiv Janjanam joins the startup as a Head of Khatabook’s Financial Services organization, responsible for leading digital lending and other Finserv initiatives on the platform. In addition, the startup has appointed Amitava Das as Head of Collection for its digital lending Org. Amitava would be responsible for setting up collection channels and owning the collection metrics as the startup’s lending business scales across the country. In May 2022, the startup hired Sachin Bawari as Head of Risk, who assumed the responsibility for managing risk and underwriting for the startup. With these critical leadership hirings, the startup has set up an exhaustive organizational charter to lead the scale-up of its Finserv operations in 2023. With over 17 years of experience setting up digital lending products, Rajiv has an impressive track record of managing risk policies and digital capabilities in consumer retail and small business lending. Before Khatabook, Rajiv had been associated with financial brands such as RBL Bank Ltd., Capri Global Capital, Barclays Bank PLC, Reliance Capital Ltd. & Reliance Home Finance, and HDFC Bank Ltd. With over two decades of experience, Amitava has in-depth knowledge of collection, credit control, customer service, and retention. Having worked with some significant financial institutions and Fintech, such as Slice, InCred Finance, Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd, ICICI Bank Ltd, and HDFC Bank Ltd, his expertise in the collection is a great value addition for Khatabook’s digital lending. Commenting on these leadership appointments, Ravish Naresh, CEO, and Co-founder, Khatabook, said, “2022 has been a great year for us. We successfully introduced digital lending solutions to our users on top of our SaaS solutions. We have been extremely cautious in identifying each aspect of digital lending and onboarding the right talent to our leadership team, which will be responsible for shaping up the Financial Services org at Khatabook and facilitating the scaling up of the business. Rajiv and Amitava join Khatabook at an exciting period in our journey. Their knowledge and expertise will contribute immensely to our aim of enabling MSMEs with efficient finance.”  Speaking on his appointment, Rajiv Janjanam, Head of Financial Services, Khatabook, said, “At its core, Khatabook is a leader in providing best-in-class digital solutions to India’s core, ‘the MSMEs.’ I have seen Khatabook grow from strength to strength. I am thrilled to be part of the team and look forward to bringing my expertise to scale financial services, expanding the product portfolio, and driving profitability.” “Khatabook has become a trusted name for India’s MSMEs for managing their finances. With the lending business being the top priority for the startup in 2023, I am excited to join the team at this crucial stage and contribute to building the collection charter.”  Said Amitava Das, Head of Collection, Khatabook. Recently, Khatabook has concluded an MSME lending pilot on its platform and is extending its business model to Financial services on top of its Fintech SaaS offerings. Scaling digital lending is the top priority for the startup in 2023, and these leadership appointments are crucial to the same. Khatabook has 10 million monthly active users on the platform spread out in almost every district of the country, and currently, it is organically adding 1.2 million installs per month. The startup closed a USD 100 million Series C funding round, with a valuation close to USD 600 million in August 2021. It has annualized gross revenue of INR 70 Cr. and expects to turn profitable in the next 18-20 months.  About Khatabook Khatabook is India’s fastest-growing Financial Services + SaaS company that enables micro, small and medium businesses to increase efficiency and profitability through safe and secure digital solutions. Besides the flagship Khatabook app, the startup also has Biz Analyst by Khatabook. Founded in January 2019, Khatabook is available in multiple languages and has 10 Mn+ monthly active users on its platforms.  For more queries, please reach out to: Media Contact Manasi Shah Head of PR, Khatabook manasi@khatabook.com |+91 8884128428 Agency Contact Kopal Jain Edelman Kopal.jain@edelman.com | +91 8109352502

Partnership to boost hinterland and homestay tourism in Goa, enable capacity building of hospitality entrepreneurs in the state, and promote the local homestay ecosystem This partnership is in continuation of the recently launched ‘Rediscover Goa’ initiative, a week long celebration of local Goan experiences on Airbnb Airbnb today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, to jointly promote Goa as one of the most sought-after high potential tourism destinations in India and around the world.  This partnership is aimed at encouraging travel to unique destinations that are lesser-known and enabling economically regenerative community-led tourism in the state. On the sidelines of the official launch of  ‘Rediscover Goa’, a week-long celebration of Goa’s vast cultural diversity beyond its beaches and dazzling nightlife, Airbnb and Goa Tourism Department have joined hands to scale homestay capacity across the state, and provide support to Goan homestay Hosts in delivering quality tourism experiences to guests, both domestic and international. The announcement reflects the commitment of both parties to support the development of a sustainable tourism ecosystem in Goa, while highlighting current and upcoming tourism destinations in the state. By hosting knowledge sharing and training workshops for homestay Hosts, the partnership will also enhance the potential of tourism to create jobs and sustainable livelihood opportunities for the local communities. There will be a spotlight on unique properties that enable more domestic and international travelers to explore Goa like never before and uncover some hidden gems. Key elements of the MoU:  The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa and Airbnb will work together to promote Goa as a destination for high-quality tourism, by upscaling the culture of homestays in the state, while spotlighting unique destinations for hinterland tourism and homestay tourism that travellers can discover. This will be done through targeted domestic and international destination promotion campaigns. Airbnb will support the Department of Tourism’s vision by conducting workshops and seminars to train homestay hosts and B&B owners on the importance of responsible tourism, build host capacity, seek to amplify and create awareness on the local laws and encourage host registration; while continuing to work towards onboarding more Hosts and properties on the platform. These efforts will be aimed at equipping current and prospective Hosts with knowledge and guidance to boost inclusive and community-led travel in the state. Airbnb will also endeavor to share global best practices, periodic travel trends and insights related to home stays, from time to time, to help the DoT make informed decisions on capacity building needs, and other progressive policies that will help drive responsible tourism in the state. The signing of the MoU took place in the presence of Shri Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Government of Goa, and Amanpreet Bajaj, General Manager, Airbnb India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan.  On the signing of the MoU, Shri Rohan Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Government of Goa, said, “Identifying underserved areas and prioritising sustainable development efforts are constant mindful decisions made by the Government of Goa & the Department of Tourism in relation to planning and allocating resources to further accelerate tourism recovery. Our primary focus, with this partnership, is the hinterland – bringing financial opportunities and empowerment to the women residing in the rural regions of Goa. This MoU with Airbnb is a step towards achieving our aim of creating a more inclusive tourism ecosystem in Goa, that empowers local communities by driving micro-entrepreneurship and focuses on bringing quality tourism experiences to guests from all over the world.”  Amanpreet Bajaj, General Manager – India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan at Airbnb, said, “Goa is a priority market for us, and this partnership furthers Airbnb’s efforts to provide guests with quality tourism experiences not just in popular tourist destinations but also off the beaten track. We want to ensure the economic benefits of tourism reach as many communities as possible, while we continue to invest in our local Host communities. To further our efforts, we are proud to partner with the Goa Tourism Department and support their vision of making Goa one of the most sought after tourism destinations for travellers, both domestic and international. We have witnessed commendable efforts put in by the Government of Goa towards this cause and are fully committed to working closely with them to drive responsible tourism in the State, through awareness campaigns, knowledge sharing sessions and capacity building programs.” About Airbnb  Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 4 million Hosts who have welcomed more than 1 billion guest arrivals across over 220 countries and regions. Every day, Hosts offer unique stays and one-of-a-kind activities that make it possible for guests to experience the world in a more authentic, connected way. As the only platform offering hosted travel and the ability to live anywhere on a global scale, Airbnb has become a noun and a verb and most traffic to our platform remains organic. We will continue to invest in innovations that expand the travel market and lead the way in turning travel into a way of life. Press Contact: For Airbnb: Sahiba Marwaha | sahiba.marwaha@airbnb.com For Edelman India: Deepshikha Sinha | +91-9599039276 | deepshikha.sinha@edelman.com For GTDC: Deepak Narvekar |+91- 9422847166 | gtdcpro@gmail.com / deepak@goa-tourism.com

OLX Autos, India’s leading player in the pre-owned automobile segment and Times Prime, India’s premium bundled lifestyle product, have entered into a strategic partnership that will enable OLX Autos customers to enjoy complimentary Times Prime subscriptions. This will entail an assured three-month exclusive Times Prime Lite membership to all customers getting their cars inspected with OLX Autos. Customers selling their car to OLX Autos will be offered a customized Times Prime Annual membership which will also include mobility, insurance, travel, hotel and fine dining benefits with a perceived value of benefits worth Rs. 1,50,000. Some of the popular brands that are part of the exclusively designed package for OLX Autos customers under the Times Prime Annual Membership include  Zoomcar,  GoMechanic, EaseMyTrip, AmbiPur, PVR Cinemas, OTT platforms like Disney+ Hotstar, Discovery Plus, and Sony LIV, to news subscriptions such as TOI+ and ET Prime; Uber, and many more exclusive benefits. OLX Autos has always kept its customers at the center offering the best price for their vehicles along with hassle-free transfers and inspections. This exclusive program is yet another step towards its customer-first approach and delivering the best experience for its customers. Launching the program Siddharth Agrawal, Country Marketing Head, OLX Autos, said, “At OLX Autos, we continuously strive to enhance the experience for our customers and we believe the Times Prime subscription with its premium benefits will provide this differentiated experience enabling them to enjoy unique benefits that will distinctively add to their lifestyle.” Speaking on the collaboration, Harshita Singh, Business Head of Times Prime, said, “In the cluttered space of the lifestyle industry, Times Prime has a unique offering of combining the best of all and providing an elevated lifestyle to its members. We have identified a similar synergy with our new brand partner OLX Autos which has seamlessly integrated the ease of buying and selling cars for its own customers. This new partnership will be a valuable addition to their current & potential customers and it will reinforce the potential of Times Prime as the ultimate lifestyle subscription in the market.” About OLX Autos OLX Autos is a global car marketplace that’s transforming the auto industry. A one-stop solution to buying or selling a car, it’s safe, convenient, and offers guaranteed peace of mind for both buyer and seller. OLX Autos is part of OLX Group, which operates the fastest-growing network of trading platforms globally. It serves more than 300 million people every month in 30+ countries around the world, helping them buy and sell cars, find housing, get jobs, buy and sell household goods, and much more. In India, OLX Autos is a leading player in the pre-owned car segment. It offers ease of selling one’s car at the best price in a transparent manner with hassle-free documentation by driving to a nearby OLX Autos store or by booking a free inspection from the comfort of one’s home. About Times Prime: Times Prime, a Times Internet product, is an all-in-one lifestyle membership that always aims to upgrade your lifestyle by providing premium benefits and deals across dining, travel, shopping, entertainment, and many more. Times Prime serves subscriptions such as TOI+, ETPrime, Hotstar, SonyLIV, Headspace, EazyDiner, Audible, and Google One, along with special deals in popular brands like Myntra, Starbucks, Uber, and more.

More than 100 students, doctors, and teachers came together to plant trees in the Garden City. As a part of the Aster Green Choices program, Aster CMI Hospital hosted a tree planting drive on Saturday in collaboration with REVA University, Bengaluru. Taking control measures is essential given the kind of environmental risks the city faces. By absorbing harmful gases and producing oxygen, trees help to clean the air. As a result, Aster CMI Hospital, in partnership with REVA University, where hundreds of students, physicians, business leaders, and teachers came together to promote a clean and green end to this year, planted hundreds of trees in the local community of Gantiganahalli, Bangalore North. The hospital personnel, students, and teachers joyfully assisted one another in planting the trees as part of the effort. Additionally, they promised to take care of the newly planted trees by maintaining and monitoring the plants through the “REVA Tree Plantation Monitoring App,” which has been developed by REVA University. So far, they have planted more than 17,000 plants during the academic year 2021–22 through the REVA Vanamahotsava initiative. Dr. Nitish Shetty, Regional Director – Karnataka and Maharashtra Cluster, Aster DM Healthcare, stated at the event’s inception, “Humans have caused significant obliteration by prioritising urbanization. “Therefore, preserving the environment is necessary for us, and it should be the central objective for the new generations.” “Environmental education is vital, and it helps students develop knowledge and abilities to confront complicated environmental concerns, and they appreciate the need to work to create a greener world.” All our students and the faculty members were glad to participate in this tree plantation drive organised by Aster CMI Hospital in collaboration with REVA University.” stated Dr. P Shyama Raju, the Chancellor of REVA University. Regarding the initiative, Mr. Ramesh Kumar S, Chief Executive Officer, Aster CMI Hospital, said, “It was wonderful to see the students do their part. Compassion is building a green and sustainable planet. “This tree planting drive is our humble attempt to celebrate our nature while reducing our carbon footprint and reinforcing our city folk’s sense of obligation to keep the neighbourhood clean and green.” About ASTER DM HEALTHCARE Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of the largest private healthcare service providers operating in GCC and in India. With an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence, we are one of the few entities in the world with a strong presence across primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary healthcare through our 30 hospitals, 121 clinics, 459* pharmacies, 19 labs and 140 patient experience centers in seven countries, including India. We have over 28,400 plus dedicated staff including 3,622 doctors and 8,095 nurses across the geographies that we are present in, delivering a simple yet strong promise to our different stakeholders: “We’ll treat you well.” We reach out to all economic segments in the GCC states through our differentiated healthcare services across the “Aster”, “Medcare” and “Access” brands. * Including 214 Pharmacies in India operated by Alfaone Retail Pharmacies Private Limited under brand license from Aster. About REVA University REVA University is a State Private University established in Karnataka State under the Government of Karnataka Act No. 13 in the year 2013 in Bengaluru, the IT capital of India. REVA University is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and accredited by the NAAC. REVA University is instrumental in adding a social dimension to its corporate initiatives. REVA has now moved on to become a Social Impact University and has aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by developing projects like Jagruti, Abhivriddhi, Vanamahotsava, Education on Wheels, Panchavaktram, Abhivyakti, Nyaya Darshana, Samavesha, and Pragna, among others. Through these projects, REVA makes sure that they are making a difference in the social and economic well-being of the communities through teaching, research, social activities, and other programmes.

Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu, Senior Consultant Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician, Aster RV Hospital The winter season brings respite from the heat for many, but it can be troublesome for people suffering from skin disorders, particularly psoriasis. A skin disorder which affects about 2-4% of Indians, psoriasis causes red and scaly patches to appear on the skin. This is an autoimmune condition which can be itchy and the degree of severity may vary from person to person. People with psoriasis already suffer from dry skin and the winter season may further exacerbate this. The colder and drier climate in addition to factors such as lesser exposure to sunlight and wearing certain types of clothes, spending longer hours taking showers in hot water could contribute to further dryness in the skin. Effectively managing and keeping psoriasis under control during the winter seasons requires careful attention to habits that could be worsening the symptoms and inculcating measures to help control the disease. People with psoriasis must be particularly mindful of moisturizing during the winters using a good quality and thick cream/ointment that will lock moisture in your skin. Avoid using fragranced products as these can cause further irritation. A good example of a thick and creamy moisturizer that is good for dry skin is shea butter. Avoid wearing clothes made of wool or synthetic fibers, rather opt for breathable fabrics such as cotton. During the winter time people may tend to eat more fatty foods and may forget to drink enough water. Diet can play an important role in easing psoriasis flare-ups. Drinking enough water and eating right can help keep the skin healthy. Certain anti-inflammatory foods can be beneficial to reduce skin sensitivity, like berries, broccoli, spinach, fatty fish, whereas processed foods, red meat, dairy and gluten may have an adverse effect. Mood disorders, particularly seasonal depression caused by less exposure to sunlight, or excessive stress levels can easily impact the skin. Most people notice that they experience more psoriasis flare-ups during stressful periods. Managing stress with enough exercises, meditation and stress relieving activities can help keep you in a relaxed state of mind. Food items with Omega-3 fatty acids such as sunflowers, flaxseeds, walnuts, almonds, etc can help with mood and keep the skin healthy. While spending long hours in hot water showers can be detrimental to the skin, warm water soaks are good for loosening up dry skin. Gently exfoliate to get rid of excess skin you could also use exfoliators such as oatmeal, sea salts or Epsom salts. Avoid scented soaps and choose non comedogenic soaps instead. After the bath, avoid rubbing the skin very harshly, gently dry yourself and use a high moisturizing cream and lotion to lock in moisture. To manage psoriasis on the scalp, use a salicylic acid shampoo in rotation with your regular shampoo. The winter season can be particularly difficult for people suffering from psoriasis however with some extra care and attention to personal habits, it can be easily managed. Each person’s psoriasis will have certain different triggers and by keeping those in control and practicing healthier habits to keep the development of the red scaly patches at bay, the winter season can be equally as rewarding. In case you need management advice for any issues that you face during psoriasis, consult with your dermatologist.