Fintech business Payoneer hosted the fourth edition of Payoneer VIP Connect on Wednesday (31 July 2024) in Pune. The event brought together over 65+ entrepreneurs, founders, and decision-makers from service export SMBs across various domains, including IT, web and app development, programming and technical support, consulting and management, and digital marketing and sales. Attendees had the opportunity to network, gain insights, and learn strategies for international business expansion. Gaurav Shisodia, Vice President – India at Payoneer, commented, “SMBs have a tremendous opportunity to drive growth by tapping into global demand. At Payoneer, we have witnessed and catalyzed significant growth for service export businesses: from 2016 to December 31, 2023, growth surged by 54%, with volume and revenue achieving impressive compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) of 85% and 88%, respectively.
Sahyadri Hospials MomStory and Rotary Club Pune Pride celebrated a decade of life-saving Human Milk Bank Service in Pune. This service was initiated by Rotary Club Pune Pride under their impactful Yashoda Milk Bank Project. Over the past decade, more than 3500 pre-term infants have been saved, thanks to the generous donations of lactating mothers and the dedicated efforts of our medical team. India sees approximately 23 million births annually, with Maharashtra accounting for about 10% of these births. Milk donation at Sahyadri Hospitals involves rigorous screening of donors to ensure the highest safety standards. Potential donors undergo comprehensive health screenings, including tests for infections like HIV, HBV, and HCV. Once cleared, the donated milk is carefully collected and transported to our facility under strict temperature controls. Upon arrival, the milk undergoes pasteurization, a crucial step to eliminate any potential pathogens while preserving the milk’s essential nutrients. This process involves heating the milk to a specific temperature for a set period, followed by rapid cooling. Every batch of pasteurized milk is then tested to ensure it is free from bacterial contamination. The pasteurized milk can be safely stored for up to six months, ensuring a reliable supply for pre-term infants in need. With 13-15% of these births being premature, the need for human milk banks is ever-increasing.
Ultraviolette (UV), a leading innovator in Electric Vehicle Platforms and Battery Technology, inaugurated its retail experience center – Ultraviolette Space Station in Shivajinagar, Pune. The new experience center offers a comprehensive range of facilities to meet all sales and service requirements, including a showroom and display area, service center and workshop, charging infrastructure and a customer lounge.Spanning 2,100 sq. ft., the Ultraviolette Space Station is meticulously designed to offer a unique ownership experience to both existing and prospective Ultraviolette customers. The F77 MACH 2 will be available for test rides and purchase at the experience center. Pune is a key market for two-wheelers and already hosts a customer base for Ultraviolette. The new experience center enhances proximity to customers and extends reach while reinforcing the company’s commitment to proactive high-quality service. The store is designed to offer a more immersive and comprehensive brand experience. The experience center is located at Showroom No. S3, Epicentre 64-C1, Old Mumbai – Pune Highway, Wakdewadi, Shivajinagar, Pune.
Emcure Pharmaceuticals, an Indian pharma company with a strong focus on women’s healthcare segment, initiated a public awareness campaign during World Breastfeeding Week. Through this activity, Emcure aims to normalize breastfeeding in public spaces, dispel related taboos, and spark conversations to support mothers in feeling secure and at ease when nursing their kids in public. As part of the of World Breastfeeding Week activities, Emcure will collaborate with moms who will share their perspectives on public breastfeeding and the importance of normalizing it. The campaign will feature videos capturing intimate and loving moments between mothers and their babies while breastfeeding in public spaces such as malls, cafes, parks, and streets. Additionally, it will involve moms holding “Breastfeeding Zone” signs in various public locations, making a statement that every place should be a safe breastfeeding zone. The activity will be undertaken in 9 different locations across India.
