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BenQ Launches Google EDLA Certified BenQ Board RE04 Series with Advanced Collaboration Features

Mumbai, July 23, 2024: BenQ India, a leading innovator of display solutions, has announced the launch of its next-generation interactive flat panel (IFP), the BenQ Board RE04 Series. This cutting-edge IFP is officially certified under the Google Enterprise Devices Licensing Agreement (EDLA), making it one of the first fully integrated boards with Google Mobile Services (GMS) in India. The RE04 series is set to revolutionise collaborative spaces in education and corporate environments with its advanced features and Google integration.

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Available in 65″, 75″, and 86″ models, the Google-certified BenQ Board RE04 series combines advanced touch technology with 4K UHD resolution, creating an immersive and interactive experience. The EDLA certification brings the power of Google’s suite of applications and APIs to corporates and educational institutions. With GMS support, the new BenQ IFPs seamlessly integrate Google services such as Google Drive, Maps, Meet, and YouTube. Google Workspace apps such as Docs, Sheets, and Slides can now be installed and utilised directly from Google Play. Emphasising the company’s commitment to local manufacturing, two models of the RE04 series, the RE04 and RE04N, are being manufactured in India, aligning with the ‘Make in India’ initiative and contributing to the country’s technological self-reliance.

“The Google EDLA Certified BenQ Board RE04 Series represents BenQ’s commitment to innovation in the education and corporate sectors,” says Rajeev Singh, Managing Director at BenQ India and South Asia. “By integrating Google Mobile Services into our interactive flat panels, we’re not just launching a product; we’re providing a tool that will enhance learning experiences and foster creativity in classrooms and boardrooms across India. Furthermore, with two models of the RE04 series being manufactured in India, we’re proud to contribute to the ‘Make in India’ initiative, combining global technology with local production. This integration not only enhances collaboration but also ensures a seamless and secure digital environment for work and education while supporting our country’s technological self-reliance.”

Moreover, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, BenQ India is proud to announce a partnership with the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh (HIAL). BenQ will provide multiple newly-launched Google EDLA Certified BenQ Board RE04 Series IFPs and projectors to HIAL’s new campus, aiming to bridge the digital divide and provide cutting-edge educational tools to students in the Himalayan region.

Sonam Wangchuk, Founding Director of HIAL, expressed his enthusiasm, “BenQ’s contribution of these advanced interactive flat panels will significantly enhance our ability to provide quality education in Ladakh. This technology will open new avenues for our students, allowing them to connect with global resources and ideas.”

Gitanjali JB, Founder & CEO of HIAL, added, “The integration of Google EDLA Certified BenQ Board RE04 Series into our curriculum aligns perfectly with our vision of empowering learners. These interactive flat panels will create an immersive learning environment, fostering creativity and critical thinking among our students.”

The Google EDLA BenQ Board RE04 Series comes equipped with powerful tools like EZWrite 6, an innovative whiteboarding software, and InstaShare 2, a wireless screen sharing solution. EZWrite 6 enables corporates and educators to conduct engaging sessions and utilise specialised tools, while InstaShare 2 allows for seamless screen sharing and collaboration.

BenQ simplifies user and device management with the BenQ Account Management System (AMS) and the BenQ Device Management Solution (DMS), ensuring efficient remote control of BenQ Board settings. In addition to their collaboration features, the new BenQ Boards also offer health-focused features, such as a germ-resistant screen coating and flicker-free technology for eye care.

The Google EDLA Certified BenQ Board RE04 Series will be available from August 2024 with licensed BenQ distributors.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Sells 518,799 Units in June 2024

Mumbai, 02 July 2024: Continuing the year with its massive double-digit growth, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI)  announced its overall sales for the month of June 2024.

During the month, the company’s dispatches stood at 5,18,799 units, registering a massive 60% YoY growth. This includes domestic sales of 4,82,597 units and 36,202 units exports. The domestic sales for the month registered a strong 59% YoY growth while the exports grew by a massive 70% over the same period of last year.

Key Highlights of June 2024:

Network Expansion: HMSI inaugurated its 1st Sales & Service outlet in Shillong (Meghalaya). The company’s maiden dealership in Meghalaya is its 25th Authorized Main Dealership (AMD) in North-East India and 174th in east region.
Road Safety: Expanding road safety awareness in India, HMSI conducted awareness campaigns in 9 cities across India – Howrah (West Bengal), Malappuram (Kerala), Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh), Guntur (Andhra Pradesh), Sehore (Madhya Pradesh), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jamnagar (Gujarat), Nashik (Maharashtra) & Jalgaon (Maharashtra). The company also celebrated the 5th anniversary of its Traffic Training Park in Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu).

CSR: HMSI proudly announced its commitment to environment sustainability by celebrating Environment Month coinciding with World Environment Day on 5th June. As part of the Environment month celebrations, HMSI is setting an inspiring example by planting 1 lakh trees across various regions of India. Additionally, Honda India Foundation celebrated International Yoga Day at the Honda Samajik Vikas Kendra in Gurugram (Haryana), promoting health, wellness, and mindfulness among participants. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation of over 300 individuals from 20+ surrounding villages.

Motorsports: The Round 3 of the 2024 FIM Asia Road Racing Championship saw the IDEMITSU Honda Racing India team riders Kavin Quintal & Mohsin Paramban showcasing consistency and strong determination in the AP250 class race at Mobility Resort Motegi in Japan. Additionally, Chennai’s Shyam Shundar emerged as the undisputed leader in round 1 of IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup NSF250R category followed by Mohsin P in second and Rakshith S Dave in third position.

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Business Responsibility in COVID-19 pandemic World

2021 was a year that showed us the true capability that India has, and how much more we can do in 2022.

By Rusen Kumar

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a serious and unprecedented impact across the economies and society in general, particularly in India. 2021 was different in every aspect and held more than its fair share of challenges. 2021 was a year where India demonstrated that our people come first – when lives depended on ensuring taking all necessary precautions. India implemented numerous initiatives towards ensuring the health, well-being and safety of our people.

India reeled under the new coronavirus pandemic situation that disrupted our collective sense of the normal, and also witnessed a crisis of unprecedented nature and effect. The harsh situation continues to remain serious, and therefore, we should continue to support our people and our communities.

However, India also saw the best of human nature at this time. India continually witnesses magnificent examples of resilience. India’s collective resolve to stand with communities, to inspire hope and healing. India is determined to come out stronger from this pandemic than we have ever been. As a sustainable and responsible India, everything we do is to inspire by a deep sense of purpose.

Our collective values have held us in good stead at this time, and they are the foundation on which we have built our success and results. It is heartening to see India rise to the challenge and continue to make a positive impact on the lives of people. In India, the pandemic situation continues to remain serious, and therefore, we continue to support our people and our communities.

India proved the solidity of the Covid-19 strategy. This has helped India quickly adapt to new ways of being stronger together and gain greater momentum addressing key challenges. Government responses in the year 2022 continue to stand robust, both economic and in terms of meeting and exceeding people’s expectations.

India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 150.61 Cr on January 8, 2022. India is accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through the availability of enough vaccines, advanced visibility of vaccine availability for enabling better planning and streamlining the vibrant vaccine supply chain.

We need to have put in place multiple task forces for people’s hospitalization, medication and vaccination. We need to expand the scope of our employee benefits from medical and term insurance to provide for the families of employees we lost to this terrible virus. Throughout this challenging period, India responded very quickly to prioritize the health and safety of our people and continued to provide a reliable supply of medicines, vaccination and necessary help to the patients across the country.

As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, India has given COVID Vaccines free of cost to people. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID-19 vaccination drive, India will procure and supply (free of cost) 75% of the vaccines being produced by the manufacturers in the country to various states.

The Indian business cemented its strength with its persistent effort to enhance profitability by improving upon the overall quality of the business. During the year 2022, India needs to continually launch new initiatives and economic relief to Covid-19 affected people and businesses. While India has performed well in the year 2021, It has started 2022 on an optimistic note.

People, civil society and businesses, who collectively enable India to create value by helping each other, will keep focusing on India’s strategic priorities and leveraging their strengths. Trust, confidence, and support to government efforts toward Covid-19 are key for overcoming challenges. Notwithstanding the challenges of the times, Indian businesses should continue to think from the heart and act with a high head – to care for people, covid-19 patients and communities.

Shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic, the unexpected and overwhelming year of 2021 that went by affected every aspect of our lives. In the face of this unprecedented volatility, India made proactive investments in people, processes, operations and technologies that tackle the Covid-19, so that India could deliver strong operational performance throughout the year and into the 2022 and future.

Throughout 2021, India worked hard to strengthen the long-term value of people and business, to emerge stronger coming out of the pandemic. This has been possible due to the hard work, perseverance, and commitment of India’s people. Our priority for the year 2022 will remain to ensure the health and safety of our people. Let’s put in place extensive measures to protect our people and their families, yet sadly we lost several of our valued fellow citizens.

All responsible corporate citizens must continue to extend all forms of support to COVID-19 relief efforts. In a year of turmoil, Indian corporations should be proud and humbled to have been able to serve our communities and needy people.

The year 2021 was a year that showed us the true capability that India has, and how much more we can do in 2022. I am very excited about the opportunities ahead for our people and business.

About the Author

Rusen Kumar is the founder and CEO of India CSR – The CSR Informer of India. He regularly writes on CSR, Sustainability and Environmental affairs. He brings an understanding of governance, leadership development, social development, human development, and strategic focus by serving boards. His leadership accomplishments in social enterprise, planning, and governance range from viable achievements in knowledge forum initiatives to advancement of corporate social responsibility issues in India. He can be reached at rusenk@indiacsr.in