SpectrumMetro: Expanding Horizons With New Brands For a Complete Family Entertainment

By-Ajendra Singh, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Spectrum Metro.

Spectrum@Metro, a leading high-street commercial project in Noida, continues to become an ultimate destination where family fun meets vibrant shopping and dining. With the addition of prominent new brands like Haldiram’s, Cult. Fit, Xero degrees, and more, Spectrum@Metro offers comprehensive experiences that cater to all ages. Through world-class amenities spread across its expansive phases and strategic proximity to residential areas like Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and Delhi, Spectrum@Metro serves a wide range of visitors.

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Strategic Location, Unmatched Accessibility
One of the key advantages of Spectrum@Metro is its excellent connectivity. Situated in Noida Sector 75 and located just a few minutes away from the Noida Sector 50 metro station, it ensures convenient access for daily commuters and visitors. So, if you need a quick shopping fix or a day out with the family, you are just a hop away! Moreover, its proximity to major highways, including the Noida-Greater Expressway, provides seamless connectivity to key business districts and residential hubs across the NCR region. This ease of access, combined with its extensive range of offerings, makes Spectrum@Metro a preferred destination for families looking to unwind, shop, and indulge in entertainment.

A Shopper’s Paradise
The array of retail options at Sepctrum@Metro caters to all your shopping needs, whether you’re looking for the latest fashion trends, home decor, or everyday essentials. From globally renowned brands like Cult. Fit, covering an area of 10600 sq. ft., to exclusive names like HDFC Bank, Acer, and more, the high-street project offers a wide variety of choices, ensuring that every shopper finds something to love.

A Rich Culinary Experience
The experience doesn’t end here! When hunger calls, visitors can choose from a diverse range of dining options. Food connoisseurs can enjoy at the newly launched Xero Degrees or savor the flavors at Shree Navratan Thali, which spans 2,300 sq. ft., among many other choices. For a quick snack or a leisurely meal, Haldiram’s offers a spacious 8,740 sq. ft. area, enhancing the culinary scene at Spectrum@Metro with a variety of delightful treats.

Exciting Entertainment for All
For those looking to have fun, phase 1 of Spectrum@Metro comprises a family entertainment zone that allows visitors to enjoy the adventurous world of Speed Karting and Paint Ball. Spanning 9800 sq. ft., the Speed Karting offers adrenaline-packed fun for all ages. In addition, the Paint Ball spreads across an area of 4000 sq. ft., providing an exciting and competitive experience for thrill-seekers. The Paint Ball arena is equipped with state-of-the-art safety gear and vibrant obstacles, ensuring a safe and immersive environment for players.

Hence, Spectrum@Metro is more than just a shopping and entertainment complex; it’s a destination where families come together to create memories. With its wide-ranging offerings that cater to all age groups, it provides a complete experience that blends fun, relaxation, and convenience. As it continues to expand with its ongoing development, including the addition of new attractions and brands, Spectrum@Metro is set to become an even more vibrant hub for leisure and entertainment.

India Faces Alarming Rise in Cyber Threats; Managed WAAP Solutions Essential for Protection

Bengaluru, 31st August 2024 –Indusface, an institutionally funded Application Security SaaS firm with over 5,000 customers across 95 countries, has released its ‘State of Application Security Report’ for Q2 2024 (April – June 2024). The report uncovers a 115% rise in cyberattacks, with the company’s AppTrana WAAP platform successfully blocking over 2.37 billion threats during this period. On average, 960K attacks were blocked per website.

Ashish Tandon, CEO & Founder, Indusface

Bot attacks rose by 213% in Q2 2024 compared to Q2 2023, with over 276 million incidents recorded. DDoS attacks also surged, reaching a total of 835 million, affecting 60% of all sites monitored. In total, 6 out of 10 sites witnessed a DDoS attack, whereas 9 out of 10 sites experienced a bot attack.

Power and energy companies faced up to 25 times more attacks than the industry average, likely because non-regulated industries with less stringent security requirements are soft targets for hackers.

The banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sectors witnessed 45%-60% higher bot attacks. 90% of BFSI sites and all healthcare sites were targeted by bad bots that are typically used for account takeover, card cracking, skimming, and other attacks.

SQL injection attacks are the top vulnerability in the banking, financial services, insurance, healthcare, and retail sectors, reinforcing the importance of protecting critical customer data, including PII, credit card information, and others that these applications host. Additionally, the manufacturing industry faced 10 times higher cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks than other sectors.

The report also reveals a staggering 1,200% increase in attacks targeting vulnerabilities, driven by the proliferation of cyber exploitation tools. The accessibility of technologies like LLMs (e.g., ChatGPT) has lowered the barrier for novice hackers, significantly intensifying the threat landscape. A total of 25K critical and high vulnerabilities were found, with 31% of these vulnerabilities open for 180+ days.

“Attacks exploiting known vulnerabilities have surged by 1200%, and bot attacks have risen by 200%. This increase could be attributed to the widespread adoption of large language models (LLMs), particularly among less experienced hackers. Despite these attacks largely following predictable patterns, we anticipate significant changes on the horizon. For instance, advanced bots are increasingly targeting enterprise applications, while SMBs are facing a rise in DDoS attacks. Blocking sophisticated bots remains challenging even for enterprises with robust security tools and dedicated teams, while SMBs often lack the budget for effective managed solutions to combat DDoS attacks.” Said, Ashish Tandon, Founder and CEO of Indusface.

“Given the recent debates around business continuity vs security, I hope that the leadership doesn’t compromise on security while also demanding security vendors to demonstrate fail-safe mechanisms” added Ashish.

Additionally, the Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) globally faced over 559 million attacks. DDoS is the number one attack vector, with each website/app seeing 124% more DDoS attacks compared to enterprise apps. This could be because DDoS attack monitoring requires either a managed WAAP or specialised, 24×7 security operations centres (SOC) which SMBs can ill-afford.

The report indicates the critical need for robust, managed security solutions. Of the total attacks, 59% were mitigated using application-specific security policies, highlighting the importance of tailored protection. The remaining 41% were shielded by out-of-the-box security policies.

LoanTap and South Indian Bank partner for Retail Loans

31st August, Mumbai: LoanTap, one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in India, has partnered with South Indian Bank (SIB), a major private sector bank headquartered in Thrissur. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the customer experience by combining LoanTap’s agile, tech-driven approach with SIB’s extensive banking expertise.Under this collaboration, LoanTap will leverage its advanced platform to share qualified leads with SIB for retail loan offerings. A streamlined lead generation is anticipated to improve loan processing efficiency and deliver a more personalized customer experience.

This partnership is expected to drive growth in the retail loan segment, benefiting a broad base of customers across India. By bridging the gap between traditional banking and modern fintech solutions, this collaboration is a step forward in paving the way for more seamless and accessible financial services.

Mr. Ameet Venkeshwar, CBO, LoanTap, said, “We are excited about this alliance and expect it to enhance customer satisfaction while broadening access to retail loan products across the country. LoanTap’s tech-driven approach will complement South Indian Bank’s vision of providing innovative, customer-centric financial solutions. We are also positive that this move will drive significant growth for both LoanTap and South Indian Bank.”

South Indian Bank Official’s Quoted: “We are delighted to announce our partnership with LoanTap, which is poised to enhance our retail loan portfolio significantly. Their tech-driven approach aligns perfectly with our vision, and we are confident that this collaboration will propel us to new heights in delivering innovative and accessible financial solutions to customers.”

Flip it like a Boss, itel flips to the future with another Bold Innovation

New Delhi, 31st August 2024: Recognizing the rising trend among Gen Z and millennials seeking a break from the constant connectivity of smartphones, itel, India’s leading mobile phone brand in the sub-10K segment, is introducing the perfect solution: the Flip One. This device offers all the essential features—internet, texting, calling, and a camera—without the overwhelming distractions of modern smartphones. The Flip One provides a straightforward way to stay connected while helping users remain present in the moment.

Flip it like a Boss, itel flips to the future with another Bold Innovation

Speaking on the upcoming launch, Mr. Arijeet Talapatra, CEO, itel India, Said “As the market leader with a 45% share and an impressive 90% brand loyalty, itel continues to redefine the feature phone landscape with relentless innovation. The upcoming launch of the itel Flip One is not just another addition to our lineup; it’s a breakthrough in the industry. Meticulously researched and thoughtfully designed – the Flip One introduces a rare and cutting-edge flip function—a feature typically reserved for premium smartphones. The Flip One stands out not just for its functionality but for its sophisticated design, setting a new benchmark in the market. This launch underscores our dedication to providing our users with exceptional, trendsetting products that meet their ever-evolving needs.”

itel solidifies its leadership in the feature phone market with an unparalleled 90% brand loyalty, driven by relentless innovation and industry-first features that keep it ahead of the competition

The Flip One introduces a new level of interactive experience, designed for one-handed operation, and is both lightweight and portable. Its leather back design adds a textured elegance, making it a statement piece. Equipped with Bluetooth support, Type-C charging, and a BT caller feature, the Flip One allows users to sync their smartphone contacts and handle calls directly from the feature phone.

Additionally, it boasts a non-removable battery akin to smartphones, a glass-designed keypad, and support for 13 Indian languages. Available in three colors, the Flip One redefines what a feature phone can offer. This device stands out as an ideal choice for both keypad enthusiasts and smartphone users, serving as an excellent secondary option for those who value versatility.

LoanTap Unveils BICRI Score at Global Fintech Fest 2024

31st August 2024, Mumbai: LoanTap, a leading fintech company, is preparing for the launch of its latest innovation, the BICRI (Business Indicator for Credit Ratings in India) Score, at the Global Fintech Fest 2024 which will take place from 28th August to 30th August at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. BICRI is an AI-backed framework that is set to revolutionize credit assessment for micro-retailers, by providing an exhaustive and accurate evaluation of their creditworthiness.

This innovation aligns with LoanTap’s vision of contributing to a financial ecosystem that’s inclusive by providing a standardized scoring system for the assessment of micro-retailers’ creditworthiness. With the evaluation of critical parameters including financial data, credit history, social parameters, and trade history, BICRI can help the underserved segments of the market get better access to credit. This score will further help distributors and lenders extend a better, more calculated and risk-assessed credit to the micro-retailers.

Mr. Satyam Kumar, CEO and Co-founder, of LoanTap, said: “We’re really excited about BICRI’s launch and are confident that it will significantly contribute to fulfilling our vision of an inclusive space. Not only that, this framework will also make the credit assessment of micro-retailers in the MSME segment more precise by considering non-traditional parameters during evaluation. With this recommendation engine, lenders and distributors can efficiently onboard new retailers in the relevant relationship category.”

Gaurs Group’s Gaur NYC Residences Achieves Historic 3x Oversubscription Within 24 Hours

Gaurs Group’s latest project, Gaur NYC Residences, has achieved a significant milestone by being oversubscribed three times within just 24 hours of receiving RERA approval. The project, which is currently in its pre-launch phase, received expressions of interest (EOIs) from more than 3,000 interested customers against 1,200 units. Valued at over Rs 3,000 crore and strategically located on a 12-acre plot along the Delhi-Meerut Expressway, this project has captured the attention of the NCR real estate market, setting a new benchmark for ultra-luxury residential developments.

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Gaur NYC Residences, positioned as Ghaziabad’s first ultra-luxury residential project, has been designed to reflect New York-style living. The project offers about 1200 luxury apartments in 4 configurations and a starting price of about Rs 2.5 crore. The development is part of Gaurs Group’s broader strategy to tap into the growing demand for high-end living spaces in the region. This is the Group’s third ultra-luxury project, further reinforcing its presence in the prestigious Wave City.

On being asked on the remarkable interest people have exhibited in Gaur NYC Residences, Sarthak Gaur, Director, Gaurs Group, said that the response speaks about the trust people have in Gaurs Group. “It only speaks about our commitment to timely deliveries. We have been delivering exceptional homes and working towards total customer satisfaction. We are glad that the project has captured people’s imagination and committed to taking Gaur NYC Residences into the league of NCR’s iconic residential projects. This milestone is attributed to our legacy and timely delivery, as in the last 10 years, we have delivered more than 50,000 units.”

As per market analysis, the rapid oversubscription of Gaur NYC Residences highlights a strong and sustained demand for luxury properties in NCR, driven by a combination of strategic location, unique architectural features, and the rising aspirations of affluent homebuyers. The project’s features, including a clubhouse inspired by Madison Square and a 118-meter-long swimming pool, emphasize the growing trend of homebuyers seeking not just residences but comprehensive lifestyle experiences.

Spanning 11.80 acres, Gaur NYC Residences consists of ten towers, each rising to 32 floors, offering spacious apartments in configurations of 4 bedroom, 4 bedroom + servant etc. The design and amenities reflect the increasing preference for homes that combine luxury with functionality, catering to the needs of a discerning clientele.

Gaurs Group, with its legacy of over three decades in the real estate sector, has consistently demonstrated its ability to deliver high-quality projects. The Group has completed over 40 residential and 15 commercial projects, with deliveries of almost 65,000 units, out of which 15,000 units were delivered in 2015 alone, which is a national record. The Group exhibited a remarkable performance in 2019 when it sold 10,000 units in a single calendar year with a sale value of Rs 4,000 crores. Having developed over 65 million sq. ft. of area and completed three township projects, Gaurs Group continues to expand its portfolio and has plans to launch more such iconic real estate projects of a value of more than Rs 5,000 crores. This latest success with Gaur NYC Residences underscores the Group’s ability to meet and exceed market expectations in the ultra-luxury segment.

Kotak Unveils Falcon Forex Card Exclusively for UAE Travelers

Bengaluru, 31st August 2024 – Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (“KMBL/Kotak”) today unveiled Kotak Falcon Card – a single currency prepaid forex card for the growing number of Indians travelling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Kotak Falcon Card’s USP is the safety & convenience and cumulative savings up to Rs 20,000* it offers, making it lucrative for aspirational Indians.

Kotak Unveils Falcon Forex Card Exclusively for UAE Travelers

Travelers using Kotak Falcon card for payments in UAE will get instant discounts at 100+ tourist attractions, adventure sports, shopping, dining, and unique experiences. Additional benefits include complimentary insurance cover, 24*7 reload service, instant refund, and hassle-free card replacement

The Kotak Falcon Card was unveiled at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai by Rohit Bhasin, President – Head Affluent, NRI, Business Banking and Chief Marketing Officer, Kotak Mahindra Bank; Muzaffer Hamid, CEO, Mercury Payments Services; and dignitaries from NPCI.

UAE represents an eclectic blend of modernity and luxury. It is also India’s third largest trading partner

Kotak Falcon Card – single currency prepaid forex cardwith an integrated financial and digital payment system. It is no surprise then that 2.46 million overnight travellers visited Dubai in 2023^ – the highest from any country, as per news reports. The large Indian diaspora, direct flights from many cities across the country and growing aspiration for international travel including first trip abroad continues to attract more Indians every year to the UAE.

Key Benefits:
• Safety & convenience of making payments during travel through prepaid forex card as against cash
• Travellers using Kotak Falcon card in UAE will get instant discounts at 100+ tourist attractions, adventure sports, shopping, dining, and unique experiences.
• Up to 50% off on tickets to explore various tourist attractions.
• Up to 20% discounts across restaurants.
• Falcon forex cards will be accepted across all major merchant outlets and tourist attractions in the UAE.

Rohit Bhasin says, “As part of our focus to be most preferred bank for aspirational Indians, we are delighted to unveil a compelling value proposition – Kotak Falcon Card – exclusively for UAE travellers. The single currency prepaid forex card is a unique offering for the growing number of Indians traveling to the UAE, including first-time int’l travellers and provides them safety & convenience on payments made in the UAE and fantastic savings on payments towards leisure activities.”

Muzaffer Hamid says, “By enabling the Kotak Falcon Card, Mercury is advancing our vision of inclusive payments. We are partnering with NPCI International and Kotak Mahindra Bank to expand RuPay’s presence in the UAE, making financial services more accessible and reflecting our commitment to democratizing payments for the broader market.”

Kotak Falcon Card will be available for customers in the next two months.

Malaika Arora and Mira Kapoor Shine at Grazia Indie Beauty Superstars 2024

31th August, 2024: Grazia India, a trendsetter in beauty, fashion, lifestyle recently launched ‘Grazia Indie Beauty Superstars’, dedicated to celebrating and honouring the exceptional rise of Indian beauty brands that have redefined the industry in recent years. A comprehensive list of awards, Grazia Indie Beauty Superstars features a dynamic mix of brands, experts, content creators and celebrities. The list features 60 products across categories – Make-up, haircare, skincare and body care. In addition to this, Grazia India recognized icons & experts leading the beauty trends and industry. Malaika Arora was bestowed with Beauty Glamazon, Mira Kapoor as the Beauty Muse of the Year, Kriti Sanon as Beauty Entrepreneur Of The Year and Masaba Gupta was recognized in the Brilliance In Beauty category.

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Followed by, Sandhya Shekar as the Make-Up Artist of the year, Amit Thakur as the Hair Artist Of The Year, Palak Tiwari as Beauty Rising Star and Alaya F as the Social Media Beauty Star.

Grazia Indie Beauty Superstars also recognized Mrunal Panchal as Make-Up Influencer of the Year, Isha Sutaria as the Skinfluencer of the Year, Mitali Sagar & Summiyya Patni as

Hairfluencers Of The Year and Shalini Kutti as Breakthrough Beauty Influencer Of The Year.

The event was held at the exquisite AER, Four Seasons, Mumbai and brought together a vibrant mix of the beauty industry’s most influential figures, from beauty and style icons to influencers, entrepreneurs, and brand curators over networking brunch.

Mehernaaz Dhondy, Editor-in-Chief of Grazia India, “Grazia India has always led the charge in identifying and celebrating the game-changers of the industry. With Grazia Indie Beauty Superstars 2024, we have not only recognized these brands but have honoured the visionaries who have revolutionized the beauty landscape with their innovative approaches, unwavering ethics, and deep understanding of modern consumer needs.”

Rohit Gopakumar, Director, Times Entertainment Division (Worldwide Media, Entertainment TV & Digital Network), said, “The beauty landscape has transformed significantly with the rapid rise of Indian beauty brands. At Grazia, we are excited to spotlight these innovative brands and provide the ever-evolving Indian consumer with a curated list to guide their choices.”

FTCCI organised an interactive session to make people aware of ESI benefits

Hyderabad, August 31, 2024……The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) has organised an interactive meeting on ESAI Benefits & Employee’s Rights to Health. It was held at FTCCI premises at Red Hill on Thursday night

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Several experts participated. They include Dr Dwarakanatha Reddy, Chair; Dr Krishna Reddy Nallamalla, CEO of Access Health International; Yadagiri Shekhar Rao, State President of PRAJNA; Dr. Shirishkumar G Chavan, Dean, ESIC Medical College & Hospital; Dr Abhijeet M. Dashetwar, Prof at ESIC Super Speciality Hospital, Dr Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, Senior Specialist, ESIC, Super Speciality Hospital

The program addressed the rights and benefits for employees; the advantages of ESI Medical Services, ESIC Hospital and Services, the importance of screening etc and other

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Suresh Kumar Singhal said ESI stands for Employees’ State Insurance, a social security scheme in India that provides medical care and financial support to employees. But many industrial workforces are familiar with its facilities. A program like this will help create awareness about their rights and benefits. He appreciated the Health Committee of FTCCI for organising such a useful program.

Dr Shirishkumar G Chavan, Dean, ESIC Medical College & Hospital said ESIC Medical College and Hospital Sanathanagar is NABH Accredited. So also, it’s blood bank. It is the first ESI Blood Bank in the state to get NABH accreditation. We have medical colleges, four in the south and four in the North. We also have two dental, and two nursing colleges. We have a 33-acre campus of which we are using 22 acres and in balance, an 11-acre 300-bed hospital is being planned. ESIC Sanathnagar can proudly boast of the latest and multi-disciplinary facilities on par with the best of the best corporate hospitals, he said

Our superspeciality hospital performed the first Renal Transplant in ESIC. We also performed ABO incompatible Renal Transplant. It also performed the first Open Heart Surgery in ESIC. It is also the first among ESICs to perform stereotactic Biopsy (STB) procedures for Brain Lesions. We also have another distinction of using Precision Medicine to decrease Organ Rejection. We were the first of its kind in ESIC in this regard, he shared.

He further added that ESIC has done 47, 295 dialysis procedures in the year 2023 as against 4559 in the year 2019.

Dr Abhijeet M. Dashetwar, Prof at ESIC Super Speciality Hospital spoke about their ambitious initiative called Touching Million Hearts, a comprehensive screening and health awareness program. It is a mission to screen IPs and their families for cardiac, kidney and brain ailments. People are spending their lifetime savings on diagnosis only. By the time it is diagnosed and treatment is required, they are broken. That is when they realise that they have an ESIC card and approach us. Instead, if they come even before they would save trauma and money, he added.

Dr Krishna Reddy Nallamalla, CEO of Access Health International said companies must cultivate a system where few employees volunteer to be ambassadors for good health and create awareness among their colleagues.

Dr Gouminthang Gangte, Regional Director of ESIC said information about various services of ESIC are just a click away. You just scan and get information. We are planning to set up more dispensaries. There is a proposal to construct a few new hospitals shortly in the state, he shared.

Shilton Paul Bows Out with Victory as ASOS Rainbow AC Wins 2-0 in Farewell Match

Kolkata, 31th August 2024: Shilton Paul, the stalwart goalkeeper, played the final match of his illustrious career and marked the end of an era. In an emotional and memorable game held on Friday, 30th August 2024 at Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay Stadium, Shilton took to the field for the last time, representing ASOS Rainbow AC, where he has left an indelible mark.

Shilton Paul, who has been a pillar of strength for ASOS Rainbow AC, officially retired with this match as his last in professional football. Fans and teammates gathered to offer him one last cheer as he took to the field, closing a remarkable chapter in his career.

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The match, which saw ASOS Rainbow AC face off against George Telegraph SC, concluded with a 2-0 victory for ASOS Rainbow AC. The win was a fitting tribute to Shilton’s extraordinary career, as the team rallied to ensure his final game ended on a high note.

Throughout his tenure with ASOS Rainbow AC from 2023-2024 to 2024-2025 and his journey through Kolkata Maidan, Shilton Paul’s performances were nothing short of legendary. His contributions in the I-League, marked by stellar saves in high-stakes matches, have left an indelible mark on the club and the sport. His leadership both on and off the field has been instrumental in the team’s success, setting a standard of excellence and dedication that will inspire future generations.

Shilton Paul, Indian Footballer, emotionally expressed, “I have been part of ASOS Rainbow Athletic Club for the past two years and during this time, I’ve witnessed firsthand the deep connection between Bengal and football. The club’s owners are true sports enthusiasts with a genuine passion for the game. Personally, I have a great admiration for the team and the way they provide top-notch facilities for their players. As I retire from the club today, I reflect on what has been a wonderful journey. I look forward to seeing the club reach new heights and I am committed to staying connected and involved with the team in the future.”

Anirban Aditya, Chairman, Aditya Group, stated, “While this season didn’t meet our usual standards, we ended on a high note with a 2-0 victory in our final game. We’re delighted to have celebrated Shilton’s last match with a win and we wish him all the best as he embarks on his next chapter. Shilton will remain a vital part of our club and we’re excited to announce the opening of the ASOS Rainbow Shilton Academy in Rajarhat this October, right after Durga Puja. Our commitment remains strong and we look forward to returning even stronger in the future.”

As ASOS Rainbow AC celebrates this 2-0 victory, the club, players, and fans reflect on the invaluable contributions of Shilton Paul. His legacy will continue to inspire and resonate within the world of football.