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DroneAcharya partners up with robotics firm Gridbots to launch drone manufacturing

Listed drone startup DroneAcharya announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Gujarat-based robotics company Gridbots Technologies to enter the drone manufacturing space.

Aside from manufacturing, the partnership will assist DroneAcharya in developing products and new technologies, cross-selling products and services, and sharing technology, knowledge, network, and resources for projects, according to an exchange filing by the startup. DroneAcharya, which began operations with a focus on pilot training, intended to first produce drone-in-a-box solutions as well as underground and underwater drones. The collaboration will allow both companies to offer a broader range of products that are tailored to the specific needs of their customers.

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Ludhiana-based Astberg Ventilation Pvt Ltd is leading the charge against indoor air pollution, an often overlooked health hazard. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans Mr. Tervinder Pal Singh and Mr. Tejvinder Pal Singh, Astberg is transforming the Indian market with Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) technology. The urgency is apparent: indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air, a concerning statistic given that people spend about 90% of their time indoors. As modern buildings become increasingly airtight for energy efficiency, the need for advanced ventilation has never been more critical. “We’re not just selling products; we’re providing a breath of fresh air to India’s future,” says Mr. Tervinder Pal Singh. “Our MVHR technology is a game-changer in how we approach indoor air quality, offering a solution that’s both highly effective and energy-efficient.” Astberg’s MVHR systems excel in managing crucial air quality parameters such as PM2.5, CO2, and VOC levels without compromising energy efficiency. The company’s impact is already visible across high-profile projects, from the Canada Embassy to corporate giants like Godrej and Sertel Electronics. “Our vision extends beyond mere ventilation,” Mr. Tejvinder Pal Singh explains. “We’re laying the foundation for healthier, more productive indoor environments across India.” The founders’ commitment stems from their extensive HVAC industry experience. They recognised the gap in the Indian market for advanced ventilation solutions tailored to modern building requirements. Astberg calls on HVAC professionals, architects, and builders to integrate these advanced ventilation solutions into their projects. The emphasis is clear: indoor air quality must be a fundamental consideration in building design and operation. “We’re not just building a company; we’re catalysing a movement towards healthier indoor living,” Mr. Tervinder Pal Singh asserts. “Our goal is to make advanced ventilation as standard in Indian buildings as air conditioning is today.” With Astberg leading the HVAC industry, a healthier and more productive future for millions of professionals is within reach. The company’s vision of clean, fresh indoor air will become an integral part of India’s architectural landscape, promising a breath of fresh air for generations to come. Source Link

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Kisankonnect, a fully integrated ‘farm-to-fork’ company, has launched ‘Aapka Apna Farmers Market’ on its App. Shilpa Shetty Kundra, an avid practitioner of Wellness launched the initiative, which has connected 5,000 farmers from the Maharashtra to consumers of Mumbai and Pune. Vivek Nirmal, Founder and CEO of Kisankonnect Vivek Nirmal, Founder and CEO of Kisankonnect said, ‘Eliminating middle-man has helped us to reduce wastages and offer fair price to the farmers, as well as, the consumers. At Kisankonnect, we have passion to work with our soil, our farmers and produce safe fruits and vegetables for our loyal consumers. We have built traceability for the vegetables we source for our consumers using our proprietary tech’ Kisan-Trace’, which gives full information of the farm, farming practices and its growing location to our consumers on the App, even before buying the same. Farmers have seen better productivity through scientific interventions through our Agri-Clinics”. About Kisankonnect Kisankonnect is a three-year-old start-up. It has built an advanced tech-enabled supply chain for fresh agri produce. The supply chain serves more than 3 Lakh urban consumers through its App and Farm Stores. The company claims to practice ‘Responsible Agriculture Practices. ‘These practices include soil improvement, using bio-fertilizers instead of chemicals, and providing farmers with scientific Agronomy inputs for their crops. Shilpa Shetty-Kundra recently invested in the start-up. Co-founder and Chief Business Officer Nidhi Nirmal of Kisankonnect Co-founder and Chief Business Officer Nidhi Nirmal of Kisankonnect added, “In today’s world, consumers have become highly conscious of what they consume. Knowing the farmer from which the food comes directly is matter of great confidence about quality of the produce. As a mother, it is important for me whether what I’m buying for my family are leafy vegetables grown on sewage water near railway tracks, or I’m getting it from a known source, who ensures the produce is harvested from healthy plants.” Shilpa Shetty Kundra also expressed concern about trusting the source and nutrition of vegetables in our daily diet. The partnership aims to connect responsible farmers practicing ethical farming with conscious consumers in Mumbai and Pune. These consumers care about what they consume and want the produce conveniently delivered directly from the farm to their homes. We see our customers love and trust Kisankonnect and prefer buying more from our farmers.” Also Read The Latest News:GST officials conduct “Survey” at upGrad’s officeRightsfually and Seracle Collaborate to Advance Decentralized Technologies in Media Rights Distribution Industry

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The ePlane Company, an aerial mobility startup, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving design organisation approval (DOA) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). This approval makes The ePlane Company the first Indian electric aircraft company to receive such recognition. The DOA is a crucial step in the aircraft certification process and will enable the startup to move forward with the commercial production of its e200 electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The DOA is granted to applicants who meet all the requirements related to the type of design, product category, and intended activities. This initial approval sets the stage for further compliance measures before commercial deployment can take place. The ePlane Company’s founder and CEO, Satyanarayanan Chakravarthy, expressed his delight at receiving the DOA certificate, highlighting its significance for the company’s mission to ensure safe passenger flights in India and around the world. The announcement was made during an event in Chennai on May 22, attended by DGCA officials, IIT directors, and other key stakeholders. DGCA chief Vikram Dev Dutt commended the rapid growth and potential of the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and eVTOL ecosystem in India. He acknowledged The ePlane Company’s commitment to meeting stringent aircraft certification norms, emphasizing their exceptional caliber and innovative approach. Founded in 2017 by Professor Satya Chakravarthy, The ePlane Company is focused on developing flying taxis and other aerial vehicles for passenger mobility logistics. The startup aims to launch its first passenger flights as early as 2025. With $6 million raised to date, including a seed funding round of $5 million in January 2022, the company has garnered support from investors such as Speciale Invest, CIIE.CO, Java Capital, and FirstCheque. The ePlane Company’s e200 passenger aerial vehicle has a cruising speed of 200 km per hour and a range of 200 km. As traffic congestion and logistical challenges persist on roads, the emergence of next-generation aerial mobility solutions offers a promising alternative by transporting people and goods through the air. Various aircraft technologies, including VTOL and STOL, are being developed to cater to different requirements such as medical transport and last-mile delivery.