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Ranajit Guha Gave A New Dimension To History Writing Through His Subaltern Studies

By Nitya Chakraborty Dr. Ranajit Guha, the most globally known Indian historian who introduced a new approach to history writing through his ‘subaltern studies’, passed away on April 28, less than a month before the Renaissance man was due to touch his 100th year on May 23. He was intellectually active till the end. Since […]

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India Emerges As Key Player In ‘China Plus One’ Strategy Of Global Container Trade

By K Raveendran India’s integration into the global value chains and favourable container pricing trends are making the country an ideal choice as an attractive ‘China plus one’ alternative. The improvement in container availability, coupled with falling rates, is offering a great opportunity for container trading and leasing in the Indian sub-continent as the world […]

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Migrant Workers Globally Face Wage Related Abuses

By Dr. Gyan Pathak Many migrant workers face wage-related abuses, including non-payment, delayed payment of wages, and in many cases forced to work beyond the legal working time having most direct and tangible effect on their everyday lives. These sometimes lead to even debt bondage and forced labour. International Labour Organization (ILO) Committee of Experts […]

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Schneider Electric contributes to the restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris

Rebuilding Notre-Dame de Paris and Schneider Electric sign a sponsorship agreement This includes in-kind donations and skills transfer of state-of-the-art energy management solutions Representing Schneider Electric’s ability to rally in support of this centuries-old historical monument HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 April 2023 – Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, and the public institution in charge of […]

Preface’s AI Coffee is Back! Making the Debut of ChatGPT Coffee in Hong Kong

Experience the power of AI at our Generative AI Exhibition in Causeway Bay Flagship HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 April 2023 – Preface unveils the latest brand campaign in 2023: “The Power of Prompting” (學問 就是學問) – In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), learning begins with questioning. The campaign underscores the importance of questioning as a key skill in the pursuit of knowledge […]

BingX Supports the Listing of Humanode ($HMND)

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 28 April 2023 – BingX, one of the leading crypto exchanges, recently announced its support for the Humanode, a platform aiming to create a powerful and sustainable decentralized network for financial applications, which offers its users the opportunity to participate in this promising project. Humanode is a human-powered crypto-biometric network that integrates pioneering cryptography with private biometrics and blockchain technology. Based on […]

HDBank targets VND13.2 trillion profits for 2023, on track for sustainable growth

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach – 28 April 2023 – The Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank – HOSE: HDB) has successfully organised its 2023 annual general meeting with a high approval rating. The bank has approved a number of targets, plans and proposals, including a target of VND13.2 trillion ($562.67 million) in profit for 2023, a growth of 29 […]

ME, India sectors turn lucrative for container firms

Arabian Post Staff Container traders and shipping companies in the region are reaping the benefits of lower rates and enhanced governmental initiatives aimed to establish the region as a lucrative component of the global supply chains., according to  Container xChange, an online container logistics platform for container trading, leasing, and management. The availability of containers has also improved in the region, presenting a great opportunity for container […]

MSIG Launches “EZ-Mile” Motor Add-On

A Comprehensive Private Car Insurance Add-On to Increase Flexibility for Car Owners to Pay for What They Need KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 27 April 2023 – MSIG Insurance (Malaysia) Bhd (“MSIG Malaysia”) has launched a new motor add-on for selected comprehensive private car insurance called “EZ-Mile”. The motor add-on allows new and existing MSIG motor insurance customers to reduce their comprehensive motor insurance premium […]

Save the Children Hong Kong Releases Survey Findings on “Public Views on Corporal Punishment on Children”

Public See Parental and Caregivers’ Corporal Punishment as Private Family Matter, Reluctant to Intervene Over 80% support legislating Mandatory Reporting Requirement HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 April 2023 – It is the responsibility of the society to protect children from harm and violence, regardless of the setting. This includes taking action to prevent abuse and mistreatment in the home, as well as outside of […]

Dyson’s global dust study suggests that heightened cleaning schedules are being abandoned as the world reopens after the COVID-19 pandemic

Hong Kongers Clean Their Homes Less Frequently After the COVID-19 Pandemic and Very Few of Them Realise the Importance of Effective Filtration HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 April 2023 – Today, Dyson announces the results of its annual global dust study, investigating cleaning habits and behaviours, our understanding of household dust and its potential impact on our well-being. Dyson’s team of in-house microbiologists have […]

KPMG China Holds Launch Events at Five Offices to Mark Release of Our Impact Plan FY2022

Firm is making ESG a watermark running through the organisation Launched the internal carbon price (ICP) to contribute to the national ‘dual carbon’ goals Supported freshwater and wetland projects to promote a greener Greater Bay Area Collaborated with local non-profit organisations to support rural revitalisation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 April 2023 – On 26 April, KPMG China held offline and online launch events […]

Prime Minister Sounds The Bugle In Kerala For 2024 Lok Sabha Polls

By P. Sreekumaran THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: BJP leaders in Kerala are in seventh heaven following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Kerala.  They are gushing from the housetops that visit was an unqualified success and a political game-changer. But the jury is sharply divided over its outcome. The Prime Minister virtually sounded the poll bugle with […]

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IMF Provides A Shot In The Arm For Modi’s Campaign For 2024 Polls

By K Raveendran The Narendra Modi government, facing persistent criticism that the poor has become poorer and rich richer under its policies, couldn’t have asked for anything better. The IMF has literally ‘come to the aid of the party’ asserting that India’s achievement in financial inclusion is truly remarkable. The certificate will be of great […]

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Infineon and SCHWEIZER extend cooperation in chip embedding to develop more efficient silicon carbide automotive solutions

MUNICH and SCHRAMBERG, GERMANY – Media OutReach – 26 April 2023 – Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) and Schweizer Electronic AG (ETR: SCE) are collaborating on an innovative way to further increase the efficiency of chips based on silicon carbide (SiC). Both partners are developing a solution to embed Infineon’s 1200 V CoolSiC™ chips directly onto printed circuit boards (PCB). This will increase the […]

Bybit CEO Visits Turkey to Back Growth of Crypto in the Region

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – Media OutReach – 26 April 2023 – Last week, Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of top crypto exchange Bybit visited Turkey to meet with affiliates, start-ups, and clients to discuss how best to support crypto adoption in the region and pave the way for sustainable growth. Zhou said the Bybit team will use information gleaned from their meetings to better hone Bybit’s offerings. Bybit […]

MGC Marine Appointed Exclusive Authorized Retailer for ‘Chris-Craft’ in Thailand and ASEAN, Opens First Showroom Near Bangkok

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 26 April 2023 – MGC Marine and Chartered (ASIA) Company Limited, under the Millennium Group Corporation (ASIA) PCL (MGC-ASIA), reached another milestone as Chris-Craft Corporation, a legendary American boat builder with a rich heritage since 1874, appointed it exclusive authorized retailer for Chris-Craft boats in Thailand and the ASEAN region. MGC Marine celebrated with the grand opening of a Chris-Craft showroom […]

English to remain most widely spoken language

English will retain its position as the world’s most widely spoken language over the next decade and teachers will continue to be at the heart of English learning, even in the face of increased automation, AI and machine learning. These are two of the findings in a landmark research publication, the Future of English: Global Perspectives, published by the British Council in April. It is the result […]

MaivenPoint Announces Leadership Team to Drive Business Growth and Launches New Training Management System for the Singapore Market

• MaivenPoint appoints new leadership team to accelerate its mission to enhance lifelong learning through technology. New training management system, Vitae, launched to automate training and course administration operations and reskilling and upskilling services in labour market. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 20 April 2023 – MaivenPoint, a Software as a Service (SaaS) learning solutions provider for holistic, collaborative, and inspired learning experiences today announced executive appointments […]

Ariston Launches WI-FI Electric Storage Heaters with Voice Control, and Electric Instant Electric Heaters with Slimmer and Sleeker Designs to Fit Singaporean Homes

These new water heaters were showcased at Ariston 2023 Product Launch in Singapore for the first time, and will be available in stores from May 2023. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 20 April 2023 – Once again, Ariston remains the first and only brand in Singapore to introduce a full new range of WI-FI electric storage water heaters, now with voice control functions. The new range is […]

BRAND XIAMEN Makes a Powerful Debut, Xiamen Enterprises’ Innovations Attract Widespread Attention

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 April 2023 – The Global Sources Exhibition in Hong Kong concluded spectacularly. The second phase of the exhibition, held from April 18th to 21st, featured the Global Sources Smart Home & Appliances, as well as the Lifestyle x Fashion. During this time, the “BRAND XIAMEN” delegation, organized by Xiamen C&T M.I.C.E. Service Co.,Ltd. and Xiamen Sports Industry Association, showcased […]

Life Is Dreadful For Millions Of India’s Industrial Pensioners

By Nantoo Banerjee At a time when India is aiming to become an industrial powerhouse and a $5-trillion economy by 2026-27, the country’s nearly 500-million workforce, the second largest after China, lives in deep uncertainty over life after retirement. The minimum pension continues to be Rs.1,000 per month for the last two decades despite pre-election […]

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OxPay and CIMB Bank to Collaborate to Enhance Digital Payment Solutions

OxPay is expected to benefit from lower processing cost through CIMB Bank’s collaboration with Visa and Mastercard With his agreement, Oxpay will become the first digital payment gateway company to collaborate with CIMB Bank in an effort to enhance digital payment solutions for merchants in Southeast Asia The partnership will enhance CIMB Bank’s merchant services for card transactions through the Card Networks and bolster OxPay’s presence in […]

Zoho Launches New Unified Communications Platform and Collaboration Technology for Zoho Workplace

Zoho Workplace achieves 38% YoY Revenue Growth in APAC and 16 Million+ Users Worldwide SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 24 April 2023 – Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, today unveiled its new collaboration experience, Trident, as well as strengthened collaboration technologies to offer businesses easier ways to communicate across channels, reduce tool-ambiguity, and improve an organization’s overall digital adoption. Establishing itself as a central work […]