Kolkata Calling Echoes - A Kolkata Calling Newsletter Vol. #39 - 10th November 2024
We are back with another edition of Kolkata Calling Echoes - A Kolkata Calling Newsletter!
Let's take a look at the past week for Kolkata and Kolkata Calling !
Recap of the week:
1. LTIMindtree Mega Campus Takes Shape in Bengal Silicon Valley ??
Exciting developments are unfolding in Kolkata's tech landscape!
The construction of the LTIMindtree's mega campus is progressing at full speed.
A satellite image captured in ?????????????????? ???????? showcases the rapid work being done on this massive ????-???????? (????,?????? ???? ??) campus.
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Expected to generate ????,?????? - ????,?????? jobs.
Investment of ???,?????? crores.
Estimated completion year: 2026.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/34e49y5e
2. Zomato Celebrates ??????????????'?? Iconic Street Food with a Stunning Tribute!
??????????????'?? vibrant street food culture is a paradise for food lovers, and Zomato has beautifully captured the essence of these iconic flavors in their latest video, shining a spotlight on the City's legendary street food spots! ??
From piping spicy ?????????????? to mouthwatering ?????????? ??????????, every corner of this city tells a delicious story.
Also, don't miss the stunning ???????????? ?????????????? in Newtown, a beautiful tribute to the city's heritage and its OG eateries. ??
Whether you're a foodie or just exploring the city, Kolkata’s street food hub is an experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/468cn57a
3. Keventer Realty Invests ?3,500 Crore in Kolkata! ????
Kolkata-based Keventer Realty has made waves with an investment of over ???,?????? ??????????, developing several landmark properties that are redefining the city's ???????? ???????????? Landscape.
With a land bank of ?????? ?????????? and over ?? ?????????? ???? ????. of real estate space under its belt, Keventer Realty’s Impressive portfolio includes iconic projects like Urbana, Altius, Crosswinds, and Unimark Asia.
The crown jewel of their recent endeavors is ???????????????? ??????—a landmark office building that offers a perfect blend of location and serenity, nestled in Kolkata’s CBD and along the tranquil banks of the Hooghly River.
But ???????????????? is not alone in transforming the city! Leading players like AmbujaNeotia Group, Srijan Group, PS Group Realty, and Signum are also receiving an overwhelming response for their upcoming projects, signaling a bright future for Kolkata’s commercial landscape.
The surge in demand for business parks showcases Kolkata’s rising potential as a hub for modern businesses, with real estate players stepping up to deliver innovative spaces that cater to the evolving needs of today’s enterprises.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/438atpfe
4. Sarovar Portico Kolkata Rajarhat: A New Milestone in the City's Hospitality Scene ??
We're thrilled to announce The Jain Group's collaboration with ?????????????? ???????????? to bring you the upcoming Sarovar Portico Kolkata Rajarhat, set to open its doors in ??????-????????????????! ??
Nestled in the heart of the ?????????????????????????? ?????????????????? ?????? (??????), Newtown, this hotel promises to blend Kolkata's rich culture and vibrant spirit with modern comfort and convenience.
Designed for ???????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ????????????????????, Sarovar Portico reflects Kolkatas warmth and hospitality.
Whether you're visiting for work or leisure, experience the perfect balance of efficiency, comfort, and spirited service with Sarovar Portico Kolkata Rajarhat.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/yd9ch7eu
5. ?? Kolkata's IT Sector Soars Post-COVID: A $??.???? ?????????????? Export Boom! ??
West Bengal's IT sector is on a remarkable growth trajectory!
From ???????? ???? ????????, the state’s computer software and services exports surged from ?????? ??.?? ?????????????? to an impressive ?????? ??.???? ??????????????.
The most significant leap occurred post-2020, highlighting Kolkata’s rising prominence in the IT landscape. ????
?? Key sectors driving this boom: Banking, IT, ITES, BFSI, and fintech, with major investments pouring in to fuel this expansion.
While Kolkata’s growth is noteworthy, competing with IT giants like ??????????????????, ??????????????????, and ?????????? ???????? requires a continued focus on infrastructure development, talent cultivation, and strategic investments.
This post-COVID momentum signifies that Kolkata is on its way to becoming a formidable ???? ?????? in India.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/4x525bvu
6. Bandhan Financial Services Acquires Genisys Group! ??
In a game-changing move, ?????????????? ?????????????????? ???????????????? (Bandhan Group) has announced the acquisition of Genisys Group, a global leader in information technology and business process services.
This acquisition marks ??????????????'?? strategic entry into the technology sector and is set to significantly expand the group’s global footprint, with new offices in the ????, ????, ?????? ??????????.
With Genisys Group’s vast expertise in digital transformation, data analytics, cloud services, digital media operations, and smart business process solutions, Bandhan Group is poised to offer an integrated portfolio of solutions across various industries worldwide.
This acquisition strengthens ??????????????'?? vision of leveraging technology to drive business growth and innovation, particularly in the ??????????????, ?????????????????? ????????????????, ?????? ?????????????????? (????????) ????????????.
Genisys Group has built a strong reputation with its service portfolio spanning digital application lifecycle management, cloud-native solutions, and business process outsourcing.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/y2577b7f
7. Cognizant Revives Salt Lake Sector V Campus: 2,000 New IT Jobs on the Horizon!
高知特 Cognizant is bringing its first campus in Salt Lake Sector V back to life! ??
After being closed since 2020 due to the pandemic, the iconic facility is set to be completely renovated and operational within the next 12-18 months.
This exciting redevelopment will see the campus employ ??,?????? ???? ??????????????????????????, adding to 高知特 Cognizant ’s already impressive ????,??????-???????????? workforce in Kolkata.
As one of the major players in the city’s rapidly growing tech landscape, Cognizant's expansion reaffirms Kolkata’s position as a key destination for Global IT Services.
The ???????????? ?? campus has always been a landmark, and we can’t wait to see it buzzing with activity again!
?? Stay tuned with Kolkata Calling for more updates on this transformation and what it means for the future of Kolkata’s IT sector.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/mwyvz9xy
8. Iskraemeco Invests ?1,000 Crore to Build Bengal’s First Integrated Smart Metering Facility at Bengal Silicon Valley, New Town! ????
Iskraemeco is set to invest a whopping ???,?????? ?????????? to build West Bengal’s first integrated hardware and software facility for smart metering solutions at the Bengal Silicon Valley in New Town!
This state-of-the-art facility will span ?? ??????????, with an ????-?????????? ???????????????? featuring ????,?????? ????. ????. per floor.
Initially focusing on ?????????? ?????????? ????????????, the facility will later expand to smart meters for gas and water, propelling ???????? ???????????? to the forefront of the hardware technology revolution.
The project is expected to be completed by the end of ????????, marking a significant milestone in the state’s tech journey.
Iskraemeco has already secured a major contract to deliver ??.?? ???????? prepaid smart meters for ??????????????, set to be installed across Kolkata, North & South 24 Parganas, Asansol, and Bardhaman.
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/yc83rmnt
9. Kolkata’s Biggest Source of Green Energy! ????
We're thrilled to announce the inauguration of India's first ?????????? ???????? ?????????????????? ???????????? ????????????, located adjacent to Eco Park, Newtown!
This state-of-the-art facility is set to revolutionize the way we experience and learn about sustainable energy.
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?? 50 interactive displays
?? 6 stunning LED tunnels
??30 high-tech projectors
??6 robots providing guided experiences
Powered by ???????? ?????????? ????????????, the ?????????? ???????? generates a remarkable ?????? ??????/??????, lighting up the surrounding streets with clean, renewable energy! ????
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/2s3zwyyu
10. Update on ??????????????’?? Thriving Business & IT Parks Scene! ??
?????????????? is rapidly transforming into a hub for business and IT development with a series of high-end business parks, IT parks, and commercial towers under construction or recently completed across the city's prime locations—?????????????? ??????, ???????? ????????, ?????? ?????? ????????.
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1. Srijan Intellia Business Park
2. Park NX
3. PS Volt
4. Srijan Logos
5. Keventer One
6. PS Emperador
7. Siddha Esplanade
8. Primarc Chambers
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9. Merlin The Summit
10. Emami Business Bay
11. WTC NDITA
12. Imagine Tech Park
Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/5n85vx8t
Hello Kolkata! - A Kolkata Calling Podcast Series ??
Kolkata Calling is thrilled to welcome Samantak Panda (Sam), Founder & CEO and Soumya Dasgupta , Senior Vice President of TuTeck Technologies as our next guests on Hello Kolkata! Podcast Series!!! ??????
Check out our episode below:
LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/3m6u9a9s
YouTube : https://tinyurl.com/mvtcrhfv
Spotify : https://tinyurl.com/28jn696k
??Sam is the Founder & CEO of TuTeck Technologies .
?? Sam has more than two decades of consulting and product management experience in the data, cloud and AI-ML domain across multiple business domains like finance, insurance, education, retail, FMCG etc.
??His mission is to democratise data knowledge and unlock competitive and monetary benefits by harnessing the power of cloud, AI/ML, and data and advanced analytics.
?? Under Sam’s thought leadership, TuTeck is also building world’s first learning marketplace called EdukkaSEN for people with Learning Disabilities (like Autism, Dyslexia, Cerebral Palsy etc.) powered by AI & ML.
??Before turning entrepreneur, Sam has worked in IT giants such as TCS, Infosys, Cognizant; and also in renowned product companies such as ServiceNow.
??Soumya has 25+ years of experience in IT services, with a large part of his career (19 years) in Cognizant. He has also worked as an Associate Vice President in LTIMindtree.
?? Soumya has played both technology and delivery leadership roles:
? Technology Practice Lead Data Management - Cognizant
? Delivery Head for Life Sciences Global Growth Markets for Data Analytics - Cognizant
? Delivery Head for Banking and Financial Services for Data Analytics - LTIMindtree
??Soumya is a Technology Leader acknowledged globally in the Master Data Management space.
??Soumya joined TuTeck in May 2023 and his key responsibilities are building the technology and delivery teams and heading the global Delivery Team
??Soumya, along with Sam, leads the business strategies for TuTeck which has been instrumental in TuTeck getting large deals for customers.
About TuTeck Technologies:
?? TuTeck Technologies is a next-generation global technology company that helps enterprises redefine their businesses through data and digital transformation with latest technology & innovation, offering services in:
? Data & Analytics
? Digital Engineering
? CRM Solutions
?? TuTeck is established in London, Kolkata and Delaware with 50+ talented consultants working globally.
?? Awarded as “Innovative EdTech of the year” 2021 in London, UK by London School of DIGITAL BUSINESS for “EdukkaSEN”.
Website : https://lnkd.in/dvGw72J8
Hello Kolkata! - A Kolkata Calling Podcast Series hosted another episode this Sunday! ??
Kolkata Calling is thrilled to welcome Rohan Tripathi , Founding Director at Inovocare Healthsoft Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (IHS) (makers of MedpeR?) as our next guest on Hello Kolkata! Podcast Series!!! ??????
Check out our episode below:
LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/jzkspwyw
YouTube : https://tinyurl.com/2856j43e
Spotify : https://tinyurl.com/4s662wfk
??Rohan is the Founding Director at Inovocare Healthsoft Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Healthsoft Solutions, who are building Digital Health enabled Smart Solutions for various healthcare problems to the elderly and the diabetic.
??Their products are designed especially keeping the infrastructural and economical capabilities of the Indian middle class in mind.
??They have also recently introduced, MedpeR?:
??MedpeR aims at providing a complete Medicinal Adherence system with an aim to reduce the problems of under-dosage and over-dosage of drugs which are usually caused when people miss their medicines or take an improper dose.
??Rohan and Inovocare have been Incubatees with their NIBRA-CS? (Non-Invasive Baro-Reflex Assessment - Combined System) product offering at IKP Knowledge Park, Hyderabad and have received multiple prestigious grants; at Webel-BCC&I Tech Incubation Centre, Kolkata; and at NSRCEL, IIM Bangalore.
??Rohan is an alumnus of Meghnad Saha Institute Of Technology(MSIT) and Apeejay School, Kolkata.
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Kolkata Calling Startup Spotlight : Startup Stories
Snap-E Cabs
Snap-E Cabs, a Kolkata-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, is revolutionizing urban transport by offering eco-friendly, affordable, and reliable cab services. Launched with a vision to reduce the city’s carbon footprint, Snap-E operates a fleet of electric cabs that contribute to a cleaner environment while providing passengers with a comfortable and quiet ride. As a pioneer in sustainable transport solutions, Snap-E Cabs stands out in the growing Kolkata startup ecosystem, showcasing the city’s commitment to green innovation and technological advancements. This homegrown initiative is driving the future of urban mobility in Kolkata.
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