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Hero Vired Launches Special Scholarship Initiative

Hero Vired Launches Special Scholarship Initiative #EmpowerHer ahead of International Women’s Day
National, 29 February 2024 – Hero Vired- a leading LearnTech start-up by the Hero Group, has
announced the launch of its special scholarship initiative- #EmpowerHer, aimed at providing special
benefits to women learners, ahead of International Women’s Day. Throughout March, Hero Vired
will be offering a 25% scholarship to women learners across all programs. The initiative underscores
Hero Vired’s commitment to fostering gender equality and promoting equal opportunities for
women in education and in the workforce.
These scholarships will be applicable for program batches starting in the months of March and April
- The scholarship will be applicable across all courses & programs offered by Hero Vired, ranging
from its Product Management and Data Analytics programs to Extended Reality (AR +VR) and its
Gaming & E-sports programs. Being a completely digital offering, applicants can visit the Hero Vired
website to review the eligibility requirements & complete the application form on the website. On
completion of the course, learners will receive a digital scholarship certificate, in addition to the
program completion certificate.
Hero Vired witnessed a remarkable jump in women participation across its cohorts, growing from 5%
in 2021 to ~20% in its recent batches. With this initiative, Vired aims to further strengthen this ratio,
especially in its Tech & Future Tech program, fostering diversity and inclusion.
Despite comprising 36 percent of India’s tech workforce, women face a significant drop in
representation as they ascend the corporate ladder, as per data from Nasscom 1 . As per Skillsoft
2023’s IT Skills and Salary report 2 , among technology professionals with at least 26 years of
experience- 15% of men hold executive-level positions compared to only 4% of women in similar
positions. Hero Vired’s #EmpowerHer scholarship aims to address this concerning gender gap in
leadership roles, and foster career growth for women to help them break through these barriers.
Commenting on the launch of the initiative, Mr. Akshay Munjal, Founder and CEO, Hero Vired said,
“By launching this special scholarship initiative for women learners, we aim to break down barriers
and create a more inclusive learning environment while celebrating and empowering women. We are
catalyzing positive change and building a more balanced workforce of the future. Our diverse course
offerings across various domains ensure that women can choose a path that aligns with their
interests and career goals.”
Over the past year, there has been a steady increase in women’s participation in the workforce. The
2022-23 Periodic Labour Force Survey 3 , released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme
Implementation on October 9, 2023, revealed a significant 4.2 percentage point increase in the
Female Labour Force Participation Rate, reaching 37% in 2023. This trend aligns with the rising
demand for upskilling programs, enabling women to transition into new career trajectories and seize
enhanced job opportunities. Through this initiative, Hero Vired seeks to support women at all stages
of their careers, from entry-level professionals to aspiring leaders, and contribute to a more diverse
and inclusive workforce.
For more information about Hero Vired’s #EmpowerHer scholarship program & to apply for the
same, please visit herovired.com.
About Hero Vired:
Hero Vired is India’s premium learntech start-up, offering career-relevant programs in collaboration
with leading universities worldwide. As a venture of the Hero Group, Hero Vired is dedicated to
equipping learners with the skills and competencies required to excel in the digital economy.
Through its innovative learning solutions, Hero Vired empowers individuals to pursue their
professional aspirations and thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation.
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iQOO Neo 10R price tipped ahead of launch

iQOO Neo 10R’s price has been leaked ahead of its official launch. In terms of hardware, iQOO has already confirmed that the Neo 10R will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.
iQOO Neo 10R is set to launch in India on March 10
It is expected to be priced below Rs 30,000, at least for its base variant
The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip will power the phone
The iQOO Neo 10R is all set to launch on March 10, as confirmed by iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya in a post on X (formerly Twitter) a couple of weeks ago. Now, just ahead of its official unveiling, the expected price of the phone has surfaced online. In terms of hardware, iQOO has already confirmed that the Neo 10R will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. For context, this chipset has previously been seen in phones like the Realme GT 6, Xiaomi 14 Civi, and Poco F6.
iQOO has revealed that the Neo 10R will be available in a unique color called Raging Blue exiQOO has revealed that Neo 10R will be available in a unique shade Raging Blue, exclusively for teasers. Has provided a glimpse of the phone’s design, which adheres to the distinctive styling of the Neo series. The back of the device boasts a striking dual-tone design, with a grey accent on the left side and a predominantly blue finish, complemented by pixel-inspired graphics that create a one-of-a-kind visual effect. clusively for India. The company’s teasers highlight the phone’s design,
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“Jio Users Nationwide Experience Network Outage; Down Detector Reports Surge in Complaints at Noon”

On September 17, Jio users across India experienced a major network disruption, with Down Detector logging more than 10,000 reports of connectivity issues by midday. The bulk of the complaints cited a complete lack of signal. In contrast, rival networks such as Airtel and Vodafone continued to function without interruptions.
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apna.co and Rubicon partner to enable 50,000+ job opportunities in FY25

Partnership to enable job opportunities across BFSI, IT, Sales & Marketing, Retail, HR and various sectors
· Job applications received from 5,000+ users in the last 30 days; the partnership aims to enable more than 2 million job opportunities by 2030
National, 22nd May 2024: In the dynamic job landscape where 90% of organisations are predicted to face skills gaps by 2026, contributing to significant unemployment and economic loss, apna – India’s leading jobs and professional networking platform – has partnered with Rubicon to empower 50,000 job seekers by providing them with essential skills and job opportunities. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between talent and industry demands via customised training and development programs, enabling jobs across BFSI, IT & ITES, Retail, HR and the various sectors.
The platform has already facilitated job applications for more than 5,000 job seekers and plans to add another 100,000 users by the end of FY2025. Recording active participation from women in the workforce, the initiative has drawn 60% of job applications from women.
The collaboration between Apna and Rubicon is set to make a significant impact across India, targeting a wide range of cities to maximise reach and effectiveness. In Tier 1 cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, and Hyderabad, the partnership aims to create 20,000 job opportunities. Meanwhile, in Tier 2 and 3 cities like Jaipur, Surat, Lucknow, and Bhubaneswar, the focus is even greater, with 30,000 job posts planned. This strategic distribution ensures that job seekers from various regions and cities have access to the opportunities they need to advance their careers, reflecting a deep commitment to tapping into the potential of India’s diverse workforce.
Nirmit Parikh, Founder & CEO, apna.co, commented, “In today’s dynamic job landscape, we remain dedicated to shaping India’s future by equipping its youth to thrive both nationally and globally. Our partnership with Rubicon aims to address the significant challenges young individuals face in securing employment through skill development initiatives. This move aligns perfectly with our mission of bridging the employment gap and revolutionising the hiring process while connecting candidates with the right job opportunities.”
Dhanya Narayanan, COO, Rubicon commented, “We are thrilled to join forces with apna.co, an innovative job opportunities platform, in our shared mission to empower individuals with the skills and resources needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. By combining our experience and expertise in skilling and training with apna’s cutting-edge recruitment solutions, we are confident to make a meaningful impact in bridging the gap between education and employment of the 2 million job seekers we plan to support by 2030″
Through this collaboration, apna.co’s mission is to leverage Rubicon’s expertise in skill development and complement its extensive job placement network. This synergy enhances apna.co’s capacity to empower individuals via comprehensive training, augmenting employability, streamlining recruitment processes and creating meaningful job opportunities. Leveraging Rubicon’s skill development expertise, apna.co plans to streamline recruitment processes, diminish hiring timelines and achieve a 70% increase in job placements within the inaugural year.
About apna.co
Founded in 2019, apna.co is India’s largest jobs and professional networking platform dedicated to helping India’s rising workforce unlock unique professional networking and skilling opportunities. apna is on a mission to enable livelihoods for billions in India. With more than 50 million users in 825+ cities and counting and more than 600,000 employers that trust the platform, India has a new destination to discover relevant opportunities, enabling jobs in 200+ categories across sectors.
About Rubicon
Established in 2017, Rubicon is a prominent Indian organisation specialising in high-quality skills programmes. With a focus on industry-aligned expertise and practical training. Rubicon empowers learners to achieve their career aspirations and bridge the skills gap in the workforce. Notably, over 237,000 beneficiaries have been trained, with more than 180,000 placed in sought-after jobs, resulting in a 46% rise in family income. Graduates are now employed by over 14,000 companies, underlining the programme’s efficacy.
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