BWI: Somany Ceramics Launched Tile Visualizer Application

Source : Somany Ceramics Limited Monday, July 4, 2016 9:00AM IST (3:30AM GMT)   (BSE:531548) Somany Ceramics Launched Tile Visualizer Application   Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India Somany has launched the revolutionary tile visualizer application which let you design your home interiors through some clicks. The high-end application is available at https://visualizer.somanyceramics.com/. The main motive behind the development of Application is to provide seamless experience to the buyers before they choose any tile. Sometimes, it is not easy to choose the perfect combination of tiles for the home and this turns out to be a tiresome act for some buyers. The revolutionary tile Visualizer application is easy to use and within few clicks you can get the exact idea of your home interiors. Through this application, you can select the measurement of your rooms and interiors. The best thing about this application is the simple steps which are easy to follow. When your task is done and your design is ready, you can save it and later check your progress in the saved panel. Somany has always been a leading brand in knowing the requirement of buyers. Earlier, it wasn’t easy for buyers to imagine their home before installation of tiles. Now, with the help of Tile Visualizer users can select the different patterns of tiles and there was a dearth of these kinds of applications. So, Somany introduced the tile Visualizer application to check the look of tiles in various home settings. On the launch of application, Mr. Vivek Malhotra, Digital Marketing Manager of Somany Ceramics, expressed his opinion on the application, he states, “I have personally tried and tested this application and it would be really easy for any layman to check the interior setting and tile design. We have tried to make things simple and that’s why each and every instruction in the application is step by step.” About Somany Somany is a leading tile manufacturing company in India which provides complete solution in terms of décor with the widest product selection categories – Ceramic tiles, vitrified tiles, wall tiles, Floor tiles and Bath Fittings. Their business has already grown roots in India, Africa, The Middle East, United Kingdom and Russia. To know more about Somany Ceramics visit (www.somanyceramics.com). From implementing the newest in technological brilliance to a steadfast practice of lateral thought and trend-setting tenets, to pioneering several first in design and style for consumers. Somany Ceramics determined pursuit of delivering excellence has placed its brand in an illustrious bracket. It was Shri H. L. Somany’s vision that propelled the company to emerge as an unchallenged leader in the Indian tiles sector.    Media Contact Details Vivek Malhotra, Digital Marketing Manager Somany Ceramics Limited, , marketing@somanyceramics.com   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: Simplilearn Moves to New San Francisco Headquarters

Source : Simplilearn Friday, July 1, 2016 5:30PM IST (12:00PM GMT)   Simplilearn Moves to New San Francisco Headquarters   Bangalore, Karnataka, India and San Francisco, CA, United States Simplilearn (http://www.simplilearn.com/), one of the world's largest providers of online training and professional certification courses, today announced that it is moving its U.S headquarters to San Francisco to accommodate the company’s growth, as well to better attract key talent from the Bay Area. Simplilearn’s Market Motive division, which was acquired last year, will also join the move to San Francisco and begin doing business as Simplilearn Americas, Inc.   “We grew over 100% last year, and we want to be at the center of a city that shares our aspirations,” said Ray Rike, President of Simplilearn Americas. The move further enables Simplilearn to help companies and their employees realize their full potential through professional training, giving them sustainable competitive advantage and new opportunities in the fast-changing digital landscape.”   San Francisco was selected after a careful evaluation of the business needs and talent acquisition goals. Simplilearn Americas will also expand its focus to enterprise customers.   “We are excited to bring our US headquarters to this progressive and inventive city,” said Simplilearn Founder and CEO Krishna Kumar. “The Bay Area spend on talent development is strong, and San Francisco attracts a diverse, technologically-fluent workforce focused on solving challenges for business.”   About Simplilearn   Ranked among the top 10 most influential education brands by LinkedIn, Simplilearn is the world's largest provider of online training and certification courses. The company’s courses include a variety of topics in the business, technology, and process management fields spanning Big Data, Digital Marketing, Data Science, Cloud Computing, and many more. With over 400 courses offered, Simplilearn has trained more than 500,000 professionals since its inception in April 2010. With a footprint in over 150 countries, Simplilearn's clients are upskilling and investing in training for faster and surer career growth. Simplilearn's courses are recognized by more than 40 global training organizations including OMCP, Axelos, Peoplecert, and The Open Group.   For more information, visit http://www.simplilearn.com.   Media Contact Details Rushitha Samavedam, Simplilearn, ,+91 (80) 42465049 , rushitha.samavedam@simplilearn.com   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: Toyota Kirloskar Motor Registers 29% Growth in Domestic Sales in June 2016

Source : Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited Friday, July 1, 2016 1:22PM IST (7:52AM GMT)   Toyota Kirloskar Motor Registers 29% Growth in Domestic Sales in June 2016   Bangalore, Karnataka, India In the month of June 2016, Toyota Kirloskar Motor sold a total 13,502 units in the domestic market thereby registering a 29% growth over its domestic sales in the corresponding period last year. The company exported 1,352 units of the Etios series this month.   Toyota Kirloskar Motor had sold 10,464 units in the domestic market and exported 1,917 units of the Etios series in June 2015. The company registered a 20% overall growth in sales in June 2016 when compared to the corresponding period last year.   The Toyota Camry continues its growth spree and 90% of it is contributed by the Camry Hybrid. The Toyota Camry has clocked more than 30% growth when compared to the Camry sales in the same period last year. The Etios model registered a 4% growth when compared to the corresponding period last year.   Commenting on the monthly sales, Mr. N. Raja, Director & Sr. Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “We launched the Innova Crysta last month and have received an overwhelming response from our customers. We would like to thank our customer for their trust in Toyota. The Innova Crysta has a waiting period of 2 to 3 months and we would request our customers to be patient with us so that we can bring the best products to them.”   “We respect the honorable court’s judgment regarding cleaning the bad air quality around us. We would fully support the authorities for creating a better environment for our future generations. We are confident that honorable court will consider our submissions during the next hearing in July and hope the matter is suitably resolved at the earliest,” further added Mr. N. Raja. Log onto http://www.toyotabharat.com/inen/news/media-contact/view-gallery.aspx for latest images of all Toyota models in India. Overview of TKM:   Company name Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited Equity participation TMC: 89%, Kirloskar Group: 11% Number of employees Approx. 7,000 + Land area Approx. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2) Building area 74,000 m2 Total Installed Production capacity Upto 3,10,000 units   Overview of TKM 1st Plant:   Established October 1997 (start of production: December 1999) Location Bidadi Products Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs. Installed Production capacity Upto 1,00,000 units   Overview of TKM 2nd Plant:   Start of Production December 2010 Location On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited, Bidadi Products Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, Etios Cross, Camry & Camry Hybrid Installed Production capacity Upto 2,10,000 units   Media Contact Details Ananya Bhattacharjee, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd., ,+91-9740680598 , ananya_bhattacharjee@toyota-kirloskar.co.in Kaveri Mandanna, Creation, ,+91-9008959697 , kaveri.mandanna@creation.io   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: Vipin Khattar Appointed General Manager of Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights

Source : Hyatt Regency Friday, July 1, 2016 1:17PM IST (7:47AM GMT)   NYSE:H(NYSE:H) Vipin Khattar Appointed General Manager of Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights   Dubai, United Arab Emirates Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights, the iconic high-rise five-star hotel located in Dubai Healthcare City, is pleased to announce the appointment of Vipin Khattar as General Manager. Vipin has joined Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights from his recently held position as General Manager of Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh Resort. Vipin’s enthusiasm for people and service has brought him back to Dubai, the hub of a growing hospitality sector, and he aims to raise the standards of Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights to even higher levels. As General Manager, Vipin Khattar will oversee the strategic and financial performance of the property and he is committed to provide the highest quality of hospitality to each and every guest. He will ensure that the basic principles of Hyatt Regency brand are imbibed at every level; Clever, Energizing and Confident. Vipin has a wealth of experience gained from sixteen years in the hospitality business. He joined Hyatt Hotels in October 2002 as a Convention Sales Manager in the pre-opening team of Grand Hyatt Dubai. He left Grand Hyatt Dubai in November 2007 as Director - Convention Sales to become a part of the pre-opening team at Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai as Director of Business Development, where he successfully managed one of the largest conference and banqueting facilities in Dubai. He returned in February 2010 as Director of Sales and Marketing to Hyatt Regency Dubai and Galleria. In May 2011, he transferred back to Grand Hyatt Dubai and was promoted to Area Director of Sales and Marketing later that year. Vipin’s exceptional leadership qualities made way for his appointment as one of the youngest General Managers to be responsible for Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh Resort, Egypt in December 2013. Commenting on his new appointment, Vipin Khattar said, “I am thrilled to be back in Dubai with Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. It is the newest Hyatt Regency hotel in the city and is a blend of modern design and local cultural influences. I look forward using my energy to support all colleagues in taking care of guests staying for business or leisure at this impressive property – a property that captures the essence of Dubai.” Vipin completed his Post Graduation in Hospitality Operations at IHTTI School of Hotel Management in Switzerland and obtained a Bachelor in Hotel Management and Catering Technology degree from the University of Bangalore. In his spare time, Vipin enjoys a game of tennis or squash and loves to travel. He has visited over 51 countries and mentioned that “Travelling to different places far and wide made me aware of diverse cultures, people and destinations”. About Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights opened in March 2015 and is the second Hyatt Regency property in Dubai. Located in Healthcare City, the hotel features 461 spacious guestrooms and 405 residential units, enhancing the city’s business hospitality scene with a mix of traditional and contemporary living. The two-towered property provides panoramic views of the Dubai Creek and the city skyline and has a uniquely bright interior. Its lobby has one the world’s largest Swarovski crystal panels; over 60,000 Swarovski crystals - including chaton, octagon and pear. The interior also features over 1,000 square meters of living plant walls as well as flowers and greenery and is filled with the soothing sound of water features. For more information, please visit www.dubaicreek.regency.hyatt.com About Hyatt Regency hotels Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome. Thousands of members of the Hyatt family strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The Company's subsidiaries manage, franchise, own and develop hotels and resorts under the Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place® and Hyatt HouseTM. Hyatt House is changing its brand identity from Hyatt Summerfield Suites®. Hyatt Residential Group, Inc., a Hyatt Hotels Corporation subsidiary, develops, operates, markets or licenses Hyatt ResidencesTM and Hyatt Residence ClubTM. As of June 30, 2012, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 492 properties in 45 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com Photo Caption: Vipin Khattar General Manager Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights   Media Contact Details Lara Keijzer, Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights, ,+971.50.657.2447, +971.4.553.1214 , Lara.keijzer@hyatt.com   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: Razorpay Enhances Online Payments with MasterCard Support

Source : Razorpay Friday, July 1, 2016 10:20AM IST (4:50AM GMT)   Razorpay Enhances Online Payments with MasterCard Support Company advances agenda for hassle-free payments in India   Bangalore, Karnataka, India Razorpay today announced it is working with MasterCard to speed the adoption of online and mobile payments among small businesses in India.   As part of an ongoing effort speed the timing of individual purchases, Razorpay has integrated the MasterCard Payment Gateway to enable merchants and card issuers to authenticate each other prior to the authorization of a transaction.   Since late 2015, Razorpay has worked with the MasterCard Start Path programme – a global effort to support startups developing the next generation of commerce and fintech technologies – to get support in technology enhancements and tap into the company’s global risk and fraud expertise.   In addition to the Start Path activities, MasterCard has also invested in Razorpay.   “This marks a new chapter in the growth story of Razorpay. Being backed by a global powerhouse like MasterCard will give us added credibility to our cutting edge technology which is miles ahead of competition. Over the course of the past few months, we’ve been able to convert many of our competitors’ clients because of the ease in transacting with our platforms. We want to build on the idea of providing simplified payment solutions to the consumers. With support from MasterCard alongside other investors, we’re on our path to build the gold standard of payments in India,” said Harshil Mathur, CEO & Co-Founder, Razorpay.   “India is helping to shape the future of e-commerce through strategic collaborations and innovative technology,” said Stephane Wyper, global lead for MasterCard Start Path “The work that Razorpay is doing in India complements existing MasterCard solutions that are helping merchants of all sizes and in all markets accept online payments and grow their business.”   Razorpay has over 5000 merchants including the likes of Papa John’s, Knowlarity, Chai Point, Nestaway, and Eatfresh, among others. Razorpay has raised a total capital of $11.5 million from marquee investors like Tiger Global, Matrix Partners, and Y Combinator. The company also has leading angel investors including the founders of InMobi, Snapdeal, Freecharge and the likes of Punit Soni, Ram Shriram, and Justin Kan who believe in the company’s vision. Razorpay is the second Indian company to be selected for the Y-Combinator accelerator programme.   About Razorpay Razorpay is a payments platform for companies who want to run their business online. The company helps businesses accept online payments via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net banking and Wallets from their end customers. Established in 2013, the company has 4000+ merchants and is one of two Indian companies to be a part of Silicon Valley’s famed alumni, Y Combinator. Tiger Global, Matrix Partners, and Y Combinator have invested a total of $11.5 million in Razorpay’s mission to simplify payments. Founders of Unicorn companies and other leading investors include Naveen Tewari, Kunal Bahl, Punit Soni, Rohit Bansal, Kunal Shah, Ram Shriram and Justin Kan.    Media Contact Details Harinee Sivaprakasam, Gutenberg Communications, ,+91-9769898456 , harinee@gutenbergpr.com Apoorva Narendrababu, Gutenberg Communications, ,+91-9945413592 , apoorva@gutenbergpr.com   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+