Kolkata Calling Echoes - A Kolkata Calling Newsletter Vol. #23 - 21st July 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 !

We just hit 1 Million impressions in the last 30 days! ????

And the best part? It's all organic traffic! ??

With a 26% engagement rate! ????

Which means none of this would have been possible without YOUR love and support! ??????

So, a very BIG Thank You to all our community members for giving us the motivation and encouragement daily to do the work that we do in changing the perception around this city which we call home. ????

Much love

Team Kolkata Calling

Recap of the week:

1. Gainwell Engineering Unveils Vibrant New Workspace in Kolkata! ????

We are delighted to share that Gainwell Engineering unveils its new home in Kolkata! ???

The vibrant hues of blue and red, echoing their brand colors, adorn every corner, reflecting the strength and spirit of this incredible organization.

This workspace isn't just about aesthetics; it's a celebration of a journey that began right here in Kolkata, India.

The decor beautifully showcases iconic landmarks of our beloved city, embracing its rich heritage and history—much like the eight-decade legacy that ???????????????? ?????????? proudly represents.

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/4ntrs8wb

2. JSW Group to Boost Bengal's Connectivity with Major Investment in Durgapur Airport Development??

We're thrilled to announce that the Sajjan Jindal-led JSW Group is set to invest in the infrastructure development of the Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, commonly known as Durgapur airport, located in Andal, West Burdwan.

This significant development will enhance connectivity and spur economic growth in Bengal!

The Durgapur airport, an integral part of the Aerotropolis project developed by Bengal Aerotropolis Projects Limited, will see exciting new developments.

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/3mfdvm4b

3. Infosys Kolkata is Hiring! Exciting Career Opportunities in SAP Analytics and Application Integration in Kolkata

印孚瑟斯 continues to hire aggressively in Kolkata.

We have received exciting news regarding Infosys Kolkata hiring and are happy to share it with our community!

Infosys is looking for talented individuals with 3-18 years of experience in the following SAP domains :

SAP BW on HANA, SAP B/4 HANA, Native HANA

Business Objects Data Services (BODS), Data Migration, or any other ETL tools

SAP Analytics Cloud - Both Reporting and Planning

BPC with experience in either planning or consolidation

Group Reporting for Consolidation

SQL/Python/PySpark Data Engineers

Snowflake

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/23hu5pkh

4. Damodar Valley Corporation to Invest ?6,500 Crore in West Bengal for Solar Power!

We are thrilled to share that Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) is making a significant investment of ?6,500 crore in West Bengal to boost solar power generation over the next six years.

This initiative is part of Damodar Valley Corporation DVC’s ambitious plan to invest ?20,000 crore in solar power by 2030, with the remaining investment directed towards Jharkhand.

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? ??,?????? ???? ?????????? ???????????????? : Out of the total 4,000 MW planned, West Bengal will receive one-third, translating to 1,333 MW of new solar capacity.

????????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ???????????????? : Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) is leading the way with floating solar panel units, enhancing efficiency and land use. Major projects include floating solar plants in Tilaya and Panchet (on the Bengal-Jharkhand border).

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/53mbj8xm

5.Kolkata Shines Among the Top 25 Best Cities In the World ??

We are thrilled to share that Kolkata has been ranked as the 19th best city in the world by Travel + Leisure Co. , the leading membership and leisure travel company with a readership of 4.8 million! ??

As part of the prestigious ??????????'?? ???????? ????????????, an annual reader survey that has been celebrated since 1995, Kolkata stood out among the world's finest cities.

With more than 700,000 votes cast and over 8,700 properties considered, Kolkata earned a remarkable score of 88.60! ??

Rated on its sights and landmarks, culture, food, friendliness, shopping, and value, our beloved city was recognized alongside global giants, nestled between Porto, Portugal, and Rome, Italy. ?????

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/mu5jn87a

6. Kolkata's Office Space Boom: 12.7 Lakh sq ft Leased in H1 2024! ??

We're thrilled to share some fantastic news!

Kolkata has seen a MASSIVE office space leasing surge of 12.7 lakh sq ft in the first half of 2024. Here's a glimpse of the major players:

?? HDFC Bank - 326,000 sq ft

?? Tech Mahindra - 219,000 sq ft

?? Concentrix - 104,000 sq ft

?? Twitter (X) - 5,460 sq ft

?? airtel - 26,000 sq ft

?? IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) - 22,000 sq ft

?? Awfis Space Solutions Limited Space Solutions Limited - 16,000 sq ft

?? Bandhan Bank - 15,300 sq ft

& Many others.

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/mts36pmj

7. Credit Saison India Celebrates the Opening of Their New Office in Kolkata!

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that Credit Saison India has expanded its presence in Eastern India with a brand-new office in Kolkata! ????

This milestone marks a significant step forward in better serving their customers in the region and fostering innovation within their team.

The inauguration ceremony was a vibrant affair, filled with enthusiasm and joy as employees and their families came together to celebrate this special occasion.

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/yxw3dewe

8. Government of West Bengal Invests ?10,000 Crore in Calcutta Leather Complex to Create 2.5 Lakh New Jobs! ??

The West Bengal state government has announced a substantial investment of ?10,000 crore into the CALCUTTA LEATHER COMPLEX LTD!

This significant infusion is set to generate an additional 2.5 lakh jobs, boosting total employment in the sector to a remarkable 7.5 lakh jobs! ??

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?? ???????????????????? ?????????? : The investment will provide more opportunities, significantly reducing unemployment and enhancing livelihoods in the state.

?? ???????????????? ???????????? : With West Bengal already accounting for 50% of India’s leather exports, this move will further solidify our state’s position as a leather industry powerhouse.

???????????????? ?????????????? ?????????????? : As the complex contributes 25% to India’s leather export share, the additional funding will bolster its capacity and efficiency.

Check out our post here : https://tinyurl.com/42sk7a2v

Hello Kolkata! - A Kolkata Calling Podcast Series ??

Hello Kolkata! - A Kolkata Calling Podcast Series hosted another episode this Sunday! ??

Kolkata Calling is thrilled to welcome Aishwarya Biswas as our guest for the 28th episode of Hello Kolkata! - A Kolkata Calling Podcast Series!!! ??????

Check out our episode below:

LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/4bvb4unb

YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/5dcbv4uw

Spotify : https://tinyurl.com/yxreptb3

?? Aishwarya Biswas is the founder of fast-growing wellness and beauty brand AULI. Auli Lifestyle is a trending Bath & Beauty brand from Kolkata, India but with a GLOBAL Footprint.

??She is creating new waves by becoming the only woman entrepreneur from Kolkata to appear on the first ever season of Shark Tank India and also successfully winning funding for her company.

??A well-known face in the beauty and wellness industry, a certified skincare trainer - Aishwarya was the winner of the Lakme Sananda Tilottama in 2001.

Hello Kolkata! - A Kolkata Calling Podcast Series hosted another episode this Sunday! ??

Kolkata Calling is thrilled to welcome Ankita De as our guest for the 29th episode of Hello Kolkata! - A Kolkata Calling Podcast Series!!! ??????

Check out our episode below:

LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3zX7vlS

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mf7My2xgo6Y

Spotify : https://tinyurl.com/bdcafhw4

?? Ankita De is the Founder & CMO of Utsav App - India’s Community-Led Marketplace for Faith, Devotion & Festivals.

?? She is also the co-founder of Applex Technologies Pvt. Ltd. - the developers of Utsav App.

?? Utsav App was established in 2021 by Sourajit Basu, Ankita De, and Prajata Samanta during their final year of engineering, and initially started as a platform for digitizing Kolkata's famous Durga Puja.

?? The platform provides religious organisations and devotees with a digital platform for sharing information, making online puja bookings, and even facilitating prasad delivery at home. It aims to tap the mass religious audience in India and create an online ecosystem around it.

Utsav App raised INR 2 crore in a Seed funding round led by IndiaQuotient last year.

The company plans to utilize the proceeds of this round to associate with more religious organisations and set up operations in multiple geographies.

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Kolkata Calling Startup Spotlight : Startup Stories

Top 5 STARTUPS from WEST-BENGAL??

Khwahish

Khwahish is India's largest artist booking platform. It is secure and user-friendly. Booking entertainers have never been so easy and can be done with just one click of the mouse. They make your event memorable by bringing entertainers at your doorstep. You can browse artists by their category like vocal artists musicians, mimicry artists, anchors, models, actors, stand-up comedians, magicians, designers, painters, sculptors, DJ, live bands, fancy dressers. Additionally, we give artists the opportunity to showcase their creativity through our platform.

Designbird

Designbird is a leading educational institution that specializes in providing comprehensive training in the fields of graphic design, UI/UX design, and website development. Their mission is to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to thrive in today's dynamic and competitive design industry.

Flutrr

flutrr is reviving the timeless essence of Indian romance. They are not here for casual flings or arranged marriages. Their mission is to connect with the people of Bharat with a deep sense of their linguistic, cultural, and traditional roots to help them find their perfect match. If this resonates with you, flutrr is your best Indian dating app.

PAVEIT

PaveIT Solutions is an innovative startup dedicated to streamlining IT procurement for companies, ensuring they have the right technology resources to thrive. Their services encompass the entire procurement process, from identifying needs to sourcing and delivering high-quality equipment.

They provide IT equipments of all brands. Additionally, we specialize in managing employee offboarding with a focus on reverse logistics, efficiently handling the return, refurbishment, and redistribution of IT assets. This dual approach not only optimizes the technology lifecycle but also supports sustainability and cost-efficiency for our clients

CHA CULTURE

CHA CULTURE , THE FIRST OIL FREE CAFE CHAIN is founded to bring a new revolution in CAFE CHAIN Franchise business, with all its 100% OIL FREE foods and innovations in food and beverages make CHA CULTURE unique and preferred choice for all those who are concious about their health

Spotlight Section ??

Jobs Spotlight ??

1. NTT DATA India is hiring for Linux L2 for the Kolkata location. Experience:- min 2-4 years in Linux CentOS or RedHat. Link to Suman Ghosh 's post : https://tinyurl.com/2nrbppmz
2. 甲骨文 is looking for Senior WMS functional professionals for Oracle GSC team. 8+ years of Oracle Cloud Experience in SCM domain and specially on WMS module. At least 2 WMS cloud implementation projects experience. Exposure to other SCM cloud modules. Location: Bangalore / Hyderabad / Pune / Noida / Chennai / Kolkata. Link to Jyotirmaya Panda 's post : https://shorturl.at/DM8x2
3. 塔塔咨询服务公司 is seeking multiple positions, specially Data Scientists and Data Engineers to join. Link to Rakesh Gayen 's post : https://tinyurl.com/mt8wtjff
4. Tredence Inc. is hiring in Kolkata for Multiple Positions. To apply, send your resume to [email protected]. Link to the post : https://tinyurl.com/y63tjn2w
5. NLB Services is looking for Proposal Writer or Pre-Sales Analyst or RFP/ RFI-Writer for the Kolkata location. Link to Akshay Saxena 's post : https://tinyurl.com/38r8vuhz
6. Wonderla Holidays Ltd. is hiring in Kolkata for its Business Development Team - Tours & Travels Vertical! CTC : 10LPA. Link to Priya Subramanian 's post : https://tinyurl.com/53b6rfu6
7. 艾昆纬 is hiring for Associate Principal?Stat Programmer/Senior Stat Programmer for Bengaluru/Ahmedabad/Pune/Thane/Kochi/Kolkata/Hybrid/Homebased locations. Link to Sourav Chakraborty 's post : https://tinyurl.com/5t2e5655
8. 甲骨文 Global Services Center are hiring Architects, Senior Oracle HCM Cloud consultants, and Project Managers! Positions are based out of India (Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Noida, Gurgaon, Pune, Gandhinagar, Kolkata, Mumbai, Thiruvananthapuram). Link to Subhasis Ghosh 's post : https://tinyurl.com/ytfc2auk
9. Grant Thornton INDUS is Hiring for Audit Senior Associates for Kolkata Location. Qualification: CA/CPA/ACCA Qualified only. Experience: Min 2 - 3 Years of Post Qualification experience preferred. Interested candidates can share their resumes to [email protected]. Link to Thejus Shibu Varghese 's post : https://tinyurl.com/2sab32mp
10. 简柏特 is looking for a Management Trainee RTR in Kolkata. Shift: US Shift (night shift). Qualification: Graduation (B.Com/ BBA is mandate). To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]. Link to Sonali Babbar 's post : https://tinyurl.com/bdz9fhak
11. CodeClouds is Hiring in Kolkata. ?Web Developer for Night Shift (Experience in PHP, Laravel, JavaScript, WordPress, MySQL or NoSQL). ?eCommerce Developer for both Day/Night shift (Experience in Shopify, WordPress, WooCommerce). Eligibility Criteria for all applications: Relevant 2+ years’ experience in the respective domain with a Bachelor's degree. Link to Srijita Mukherjee 's post : https://tinyurl.com/5wr8x22d
12. 安永 is on a talent treasure hunt across India! 1?? Azure Data Engineer: Got a magical touch with Pyspark, SQL, and Python? With 3-7 years under your belt, you could be the chosen one for our Kolkata kingdom! ????Send your profiles over to [email protected]
13. 印孚瑟斯 is hiring in SAP across modules in different job levels. Link to Niladri Hore 's post : https://tinyurl.com/mrxwyhju
14. 甲骨文 is hiring a Cloud SCM Functional Consultant . Apply here : https://lnkd.in/gtfSdvst . Link to Narayan Shetti 's post : https://tinyurl.com/2a4c4vek
15. Web Spiders is hiring a QA Engineer with a passion for NLP and AI assistant testing. Apply now at https://lnkd.in/gZaUjvxu . Link to the post : https://tinyurl.com/53jxpmmz
16. ZURU Tech is hiring for Multiple positions. 1?? QA Engineer - Structural Engineering (FEM) (Reqd. Exp. 0-5 Yrs.) 2?? Senior Python Developer (Reqd. Exp. 7-11 Yrs.) 3?? Senior C++ Developer (Reqd. Exp. 5+ Yrs.) 4?? SME - Design Structural Engineer (Reqd. Exp. 5+ Yrs.) 5?? Senior SME - Design Structural Engineer (Reqd. Exp. 8+ Yrs.) 6?? MEP Manager (Reqd. Exp. 15+ Yrs.) in Kolkata. Link to Gaurav Datta, PhD 's post : https://tinyurl.com/3w4jm8wv
17. Zensar Technologies is hiring for Azure Solution Architect Position. If Interested then pls share your profile at [email protected]. Link to the post : https://tinyurl.com/35rpx939
18. Bandhan Bank is hiring for Business Analyst. Link to the post : https://tinyurl.com/yc3yhc32
19. 简柏特 is hiring for the Kolkata location for multiple positions. Walk in drive venue- Genpact, 9th Floor, Imagine Tech Park, DP Block, Salt Lake Sector 5, WB-700091Walk in drive Date & Timing- 22nd to 26th July 2024, 11AM to 12:30PM. Link to LOKESH RANJAN NATH 's post : https://tinyurl.com/5dn74e8h
20. Indorama Ventures | Global Capability Centre is hiring for SAP FICO for Kolkata location. Send your CV - [email protected] . Link to the post : https://tinyurl.com/528fmwdd
21. West Bengal CID is recruiting Digital Forensics experts with 1-2 years of experience. Link to the post : https://tinyurl.com/55swn6u9
22. Amity University Kolkata is looking for someone who has Masters in FD and is currently pursuing PhD in FD/Textile. Link to Dr. Sougata Banerjee 's post : https://tinyurl.com/2jt7eufd
23. 艾昆纬 is hiring for PV role as Operations Specialist 1 for Kolkata office. Link to Sourav Chakraborty 's post : https://tinyurl.com/yppsu7t6
24. 高知特 Cognizant is hiring for Multiple roles in the SAP Domain. Link to Monish Bhattacharya 's post : https://tinyurl.com/bdp9r6p8
25. TuTeck Technologies is seeking a skilled PowerBI Developer to join our dynamic team. Send your CV at [email protected] . Link to Pratik Banerjee 's post : https://tinyurl.com/5hxt9ccu
26. LTIMindtree is hiring Data Professionals. Link to Sundari Palchuri 's post : https://tinyurl.com/yj3z6vf3
27. Acceleron Solutions is seeking a SAP Sales and Distribution Lead. Link to the post : https://tinyurl.com/49fxdz6v

We would like to thank all our community members who tag us on these job posts.

Please continue to tag us in jobs posts so that we can socialise these with our community members.

Talent Spotlight ??

This week we are showcasing talent based on the profiles received.

If you are interested in getting featured in our Weekly Talent Spotlight, please feel free to share your CV via our Page Inbox or email us at [email protected]

• Anirban Chatterjee , Senior Consultant. Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qLaKrrUMMnhEAA8BGuhiiOHUeWLgXeSb/view?usp=drive_link
• Sarbajit Sarkar , HR Operation | Generalist . Immediate Joiner. Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/12cxlRA8pobIPoJP5fGTZ8XWtBK5EwnhG/view?usp=drive_link

• Pramit Jaiswal - Software Engineer || Ex-Wipro Engineer || Full-Stack Developer || Proficient in MERN Stack - React.js, Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB. Link to CV here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UAM3wRpY_mqxysbKIg7yRiD2n33vAuSz/view?usp=sharing
• Akash Chakraborti , Lead e-commerce. Link to CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-vZZt1853Y4peK19-NGrN81cdBbncCkC/view?usp=drive_link
• Arnab Chatterjee, Business Analyst , Link to CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AgFSGtw7HopdPot3HINHdNHATago2Her/view?usp=drive_link
• Avishake Kumar Singh , Operations Manager , Link to CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D7oJbSGd7tV5IZp9zZvwDewPhBgenuM/view?usp=drive_link
• Mouli Manna, Immediate Joiner , Research Associate, Link to CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12r3QKq4p6NRsEkrqZTkzjyJRApK0GmTT/view?usp=drive_link
• Sraya Debnath , MBA HR Fresher , Link to CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11oTvs3X_N0mh2Kr8__Wsv35cJvTfk2wT/view?usp=drive_link
• Poonam Chakraborty , Program Manager , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p6XnxlLgMSz7WY3CLYpf5J2169Z-k-o_/view?usp=drive_link
• MAHASIN MONDAL , Civil Engineer (Billing/ QS) , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_kLpGt3MUDWj0R_6QVofIYxz-fhvjkiM/view?usp=sharing
• Debalina Dutta Roy, Senior Assurance Consultant , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njupuSY2kJH51leY1FNHCu0qT-wxWzaF/view?usp=sharing
• Kalyan Sankar Dawn, CMIRM, Lead Control Management Officer , Wells Fargo International Solutions (India) Pvt. Ltd. , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EflRiEr6YqyrQgZfcyLtTVY68hTxj6OM/view?usp=sharing
• Sanchita Hatai , MSc. in Organic Chemistry , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AH1V2Cwxf-aGQEbYBN1D5t1l5N4RmSxK/view?usp=sharing
• Saurav Choudhury, Business Analyst, Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/15riDjdk4dwiUi-mX2i1MPQ8h6L19lo6k/view?usp=sharing
• Shraddha Bhowmick , AIOT Manager , Xiaomi , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zXO91DUh6-y-mrnz49L8UWOBKFcy3dqh/view?usp=sharing
• Somnath Bhuniya , Sr. Manager ( Business Operations) , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X-ZMGcxzOTV3LPK2viJrUy6Nlr3n6ibD/view?usp=sharing
• Brototi Sengupta, National Sales Head Cambridge University Press and Assessment ELT (Business Growth and Strategic Alliance) , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rB_fYrQ4DKBt-z3hZYI-ybvMVwHrmZCS/view?usp=sharing
• Kanishka Kumar , CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/184-l8UTuJLpsEwKCUj2XLwRIv4XKCnFN/view?usp=sharing
• Snehasis Pal_Empowering Engineers , Regional Design Lead , Link to CV : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OVT2vobASxldD7LsWdGS_VxF6r8gU_1E/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=100405249710418240333&rtpof=true&sd=true
• Kunal Bauri , Sr. Business Development , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pZWSLlT7WFoLj5r1ZzzgqINij8Ly23oP/view?usp=sharing
• Avik B. , Senior Recruitment Executive , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OSQ1swllPbRwUvqeG1_T-yrb4iASSehE/view?usp=sharing
• Shrabanti Ghoshal Pal , Senior Associate Attorney , Link to CV : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D5hmgCn5TTMxmhRxzJxRcrsXI27T4_iZ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100405249710418240333&rtpof=true&sd=true
• Debajyoti Pal , Senior Attorney , Link to CV : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fowf9KNgF1wb66CZ64110DpN68cMRXLo/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100405249710418240333&rtpof=true&sd=true
• Reetam Ghosh , Assistant Manager , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kNrOsp2aAn1hwJD4a_gUqCNUqGZa4Ct5/view?usp=sharing
• Amlan Chatterjee , Associate Manager specializing in Data Analysis and Machine Learning , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wVYqY_v0S9XKxBXpSePJKQmVNtoO_rSN/view?usp=sharing
• Soumodeep Mukherjee , Process Specialist , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/12yMYVezx2r_-1besV6TJLsSM95cVZvgl/view?usp=sharing
• Trisha Chowdhury , HR Manager , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/18-UCV0E63RB9L9tt5V9XW980M7v_r3H5/view?usp=sharing
• Shibam Jana , B.Tech Fresher , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hq7WGVshCM1x1Z3RcFONBiZtYW255aDP/view?usp=sharing
• Rochisnu Chaki , Project Manager , Link to CV : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JelNSCOmfzlEiQGCQGQScJ4nWmTMzGuq/view?usp=sharing

Request to recruiters to consider the above profiles and share more opportunities with Kolkata Calling via Page Inbox Message or email at [email protected]

That's it for this week!

Thank you!

Team Kolkata Calling