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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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Viva ACP Achieves EPD Certification for Aluminium Composite Panels, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainability

Viva, Asia’s largest manufacturer and supplier of aluminium composite panels (ACP), proudly announces the release of its Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for its range of Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP). This internationally verified EPD, registered under the International EPD® System, highlights Viva’s unwavering commitment to sustainable manufacturing and environmental transparency.

Covering Fire-Retardant (FR) Class A2, FR Class B1, and Non-FR ACPs, the EPD outlines the environmental performance of 1m² of Viva ACP (4mm thick) across its entire lifecycle—from raw material extraction and processing to end-of-life recycling. The analysis reveals that up to 95% of the aluminium and 90% of the polyethylene (PE) core used in Viva panels are recyclable, significantly contributing to a circular economy. By choosing Viva’s EPD-certified ACPs, architects and developers can earn up to two LEED points for their green building projects — a valuable contribution toward sustainable and environmentally responsible infrastructure. This certification not only validates Viva’s low environmental footprint but also supports compliance with international green building standards like LEED,BREEAM, IGBC & GRIHA.
Viva ACPs is engineered for versatility and performance, finding applications across a wide spectrum of industries. In architecture, they are a preferred choice for building facades and cladding due to their lightweight nature, weather resistance, and aesthetic flexibility. The panels are equally effective in interior design, enhancing walls, ceilings, and partitions in commercial and residential spaces. Beyond construction, Viva ACPs are used in premium signage, transportation (such as vehicle interiors and bodies), retail fixtures, modern furniture, and even solar panel structures demonstrating the product’s adaptability, durability, and growing relevance in both design and infrastructure.
Nitin Jain, Director, Viva Composite Panel Pvt. Ltd., says, “Achieving this EPD certification marks a major milestone in our sustainability journey. It reflects our dedication to responsible manufacturing, transparency, and our vision of building a greener future through innovative cladding solutions.”
Manufactured at Viva’s state-of-the-art facility in Umbergaon, Gujarat, the ACPs are designed using advanced Korean technology and are known for their durability, aesthetic appeal, and versatile applications across facades, interiors, signage, transportation, and more. With this EPD, Viva becomes one of the few Indian ACP manufacturers to offer internationally benchmarked sustainability credentials empowering architects, developers, and builders to make informed and eco-conscious material choices.
Website: www.vivaacp.com
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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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