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How will you rate (out of 100) Mr. Suresh Prabhu for his work and achievements as a Railway Minister under Modi Government?
I rate him 95+ out of 100.INITIATIVES FOR PASSENGERSPassenger Helpline No. 138 and security helpline 182 Indian Railways provided the All India Helpline Number ‘138’ for passengers, as an interface for queries/complaints related to medical emergency, cleanliness, food & catering, coach maintenance, linen etc. A security helpline ‘182’has also been launched to report any unsavory incidents. This service is very important public service and may play an important role in emergencies like crime against women, onboard unlawful activity, train accidents, medical attention required and fire etc. These helpline numbers viz.138&182 and existing 139 are now to be printed on the tickets for the convenience of passengers. Launching of e-catering service in trainsThe Ministry of Railways is providing e-catering service in trains through its PSU, Indian Railways Catering &Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). This is a service where a passenger is able to place an order for a meal, to be served at his seat in the train enroute, through a phone call or an SMS. Presently this service is available in 120 pairs of trains. Go-India Smart cardGo-India’ smart card scheme has been launched on pilot basis on two sectors i.e. New Delhi-Mumbai and New Delhi-Howrah. At present, the Go-India smart card enables passengers to pay for reserved and unreserved tickets. The scheme is intended to reduce the transaction time at the booking counters for the convenience of passengers as it facilitates cashless transaction.Introduction of Next Generation e-ticketing systemNext generation E-ticketing system introduced, which can book 7200 online tickets instead of 2000 tickets per minute and to attend 2,00,000 enquiries instead of 50000 per minute. SMS Alerts to passengersIndian Railways added another milestone by launching yet another innovative scheme called the ‘SMS Gateway’, which will enable passengers to get SMS alerts on the status of reserved tickets. Moreover SMS alerts giving wakeup calls has also been introduced. Mobile security App.for womenMobile app for security of women has been launched in Mumbai suburban trains.This is the first phase and it will be extended in other areas in a phased manner. Yatri Ticket Sewa Kendra schemeA new scheme called the Yatri Ticket Sewa Kendra (YTSK) Scheme has been launched. Under this scheme, agents of Indian Railways can operate ticketing terminals at various locations in the cities and towns for issuing reserved tickets and unreserved tickets. This will offer greater convenience to passengers in getting rail tickets. Adarsh StationThe scheme of Adarsh stations for better amennities has been introduced in the year 2009. Under this scheme, 1052 stations have been selected for development as Adarsh Station upto 2013-14. 108 stations have been developed under the scheme during 2014-15, as such a total of 934 stations have been developed as ‘Adarsh’ station so far. Pilgrim special tourist trainsWith a view to promote rail tourism in the country and to provide reasonably priced tourism package to tourists, especially the pilgrims in the country, India Railways through its PSU IRCTC has launched six pilgrim special tourist train packages in the first phase. The tourist packages are; Sukhamngalam Yatra, Dham special with Dakshin Darshan via Lucknow, Dham special with Dakshin Darshan via Jaipur, Shikharji Circuit Yatra, Jyotirling Yatra, and Takht Parikrama. Braille Signages on coachesFor the help of visually impaired passengers, Indian Railways has taken the initiative of providing Braille signages on coaches. CCTV on coaches In order to improve security measures on trains and especially for women passengers, it has been decided to provide CCTV cameras on coaches especially in ladies compartments in doorway and aisle area without infringing on the privacy. Waiting chairs/benches etc. under MPLAD Scheme Guidelines issue for installations of chairs/benches/overhead sheds at stations under Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme(MPLAD).Comprehensive guidelines have been issued for improvement of passenger amenities at stations through NGOs, Trusts, Corporate etc. R.O. drinking water at stations Provision of Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) drinking water units at selection stations on experimental basis has been planned. To begin with, eight stations namely, Madurai, Gadag, Tirupati, Guwahati Dwarka, H.Nizammudin, Patna & Bhopal were identified for provision of R.O. drinking water units. While R.O. drinking water units have already been commissioned at Dwarka, Gadag, H.Nizammudin, Katihar (in lieu of Guwahati), Madurai and Tirupati stations R.O. units at Patna & Bhopal are planned to be commissioned shortly.This will help provide safe drinking water to passengers. Seperate Food safety officer in every division With a view to ensure better quality check on the food installations in Railway, it has been decided to appoint one Food Safety Officer in every Division of the Railways. Earlier a Food Safety Officer was entrusted with more than one Division which was causing difficulty in ensuring proper supervision.DIGITAL INDIA INITIATIVE Launching of a ‘Customer Complaint Web Portal’ A ‘Customer Complaint Web Portal and Mobile Application’ (android/windows based mobile App), was launched. One can track the status of the complaints which he or she registered on this portal with the help of mobile App. Feedback can also be given on this portal. This will help in faster redressal of passenger grievances. ‘Operation Five Minutes’ –Paperless Unreserved TicketingFulfilling yet another commitment of the Railway Budget 2015-16, the Minister of Railways launched Mobile Application for Paperless Unreserved Ticketing on pilot basis on Egmore –Tambaram Suburban Section of Chennai. This initiative is part of Indian Railways effort to help passengers purchase the unreserved tickets within five minutes under its ‘Operation five minutes programme’. This will allow the passenger to buy a ticket on the move and allow him or her to board the train with the ticket secured on his or her mobile phone, without any need for printing the ticket.‘E-Samiksha’ for Implementation MonitoringIn yet another milestone initiative for ensuring timely implementation of budget proposals, a special portal called ‘E-Samiksha’, has been launched for monitoring the implementation of budget announcements/commitments .This portal would help to keep an eye on the implementation of budget process. Facility of ‘Wi-Fi’ services on Railway stations Indian Railways is providing the Wi-Fi Broadband Services at several stations which include Bangaluru, Secunderabad, Mumbai CST, Agra, Varanasi, Hawrah, Chennai, Ahmdabad. The Wi-Fi project on Indian Railways is being executed by RailTel, a Public Sector Undertaking of the Ministry of Railways. Wi-Fi facility is available to the users free of cost initially for a period of 30 minutes by registering on the Wi-Fi network through their mobile phones. The facility of Wi-Fi will be extended to other stations in a phased manner. Introduction of e-demand system With the release of this module, customers can sit in the convenience of their homes or offices and register their freight demands. Railways’ Social Media platform To keep pace with the modern means of internet media, Indian Railways launched its three social media platforms namely Facebook, Twitter and You Tube with the URL @railminindia. Railway Budget was for the first time live streamed on social media platforms. Online suggestions and feedback can also be made on these social media platforms. SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT MoU signed for highest ever funding for Railways In a landmark achievement, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Ministry of Railways and Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) for highest ever funding of Rs. 1.5 lakh crore for Railways. This move will ultimately help railways growth through augmentation of its financial resources. Interim Report of HLRRC submitted to Railway Board Interim Report of High Level Railway Restructuring Committee (HLRCC) headed by Dr. Bibek Debroy has been submitted to the Railway Board.The report has also been put on the Ministry’s website for inviting suggestions and comments. This committee was constituted with an aim to find out ways to mobilise resources for major railway projects and restructuring of railways. Delegating more power to Zonal Railways With an aim to fast track decision making and bring in transparency full powers have been delegated to General Manages and Director Generals as tender authority . All the cases for acceptance of Works and Stores tenders, will now be dealt with and finalized by Zonal Railways and Production Units.Scope of e-tendering is being expanded for increased transparency and procurement. Saving of energy To reduce cost of Electrical energy being used for traction, procurement through open market is being done.Power Purchase Agreement between DVC and North Central railway for supply of 50MW power has already been signed.Saving for the month of March 2015 alone is Rs 10 Crore approx.A web based electrical energy management system called RailSaver has been launched which will help save upto 15% energy by 2020. Logistic Hubs on National Waterways A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWA) and the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) for creation of logistic hubs with rail connectivity at Varanasi and other places on National Waterways. Alternative Energy Resources Solar Plants of 2 MW at RCF, Raebareli and 1 MW at Katra Railway station have been commissioned.Target of commissioning 6.5 MW Solar Power plants in year 2015-16. A 30 KW Solar Plant has been commissioned at roof top Rail Bhawan at New Delhi. Solar plants at other Railway buildings are proposed to be installed in future. Target for commissioning of 25 MW Wind Energy Plant at Jaisalmer in 2015-16. Ratan Tata as Head of ‘Kayakalp’ Council Taking immediate follow up action in implementing the Budget announcement, Railways constituted the ‘Kayakalp’ Council and appointed Shri Ratan Tata to head this Council. The purpose of the Council is to recommend innovative methods and processes for the improvement, betterment and transformation of the Indian Railways. MOU with National Institute of Design Adding yet another milestone by fulfilling another commitment announced in the Railway Budget 2015-16, the Indian Railway signed an MoU to set up its own Railway Design Centre in the campus of National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmadabad. This will help improve customer’s happiness by way of better designed coaches and providing cost effective solutions to problems faced by passengers during train travel. White paper and vision 2030 documentMinister of Railways released White Paper on Railways in the parliament with a view to understand the challenges that the organization is presently facing. Ministry of Railways is now working on the vision 2030 document on Railways which will contain a blueprint for the future development of the Indian Railways. Task forces and Experts’ committeesSeveral task forces and committees of experts constituted for focussed attention on areas like revenue mobilization through advertising, improving financial health of railways, restructuring delegation of powers, productivity enhancement, etc. The various committees have roped in experts like E Shreedhran, former CAG Vinod Rai, economist Bibek Debroy and noted industrialist Ratan Tata to improve the Railways and bring in innovative ideas and solutions.Better training of Railway PersonnelAcademic Services Agreement has been signed with Beijing Jiao Tong University, China for training of 100 officers of various departments in Heavy Haul Technology. ‘Indian Railways Chair for Sustainable Mobility’ has been set up at TERI University, New Delhi. Modules on gender sensitization of Railway personnel have been introduced in centralized training institutes.Centre for Railway Research set up at Mumbai UniversityRailway Ministry and Mumbai University signed an MoU to set up a Centre for Railway Research (CRR) at University of Mumbai in order to develop a long-term frame work for research collaboration. Leveraging of space for advertisingWith a view to generate additional revenue, RITES,a public sector undertaking of Ministry of Railways prepared a Concept Note, indicating ways and means for leveraging of space in coaches, wagons, trains, railway stations etc. for advertisements, publicity and other purposes. Now, six-member task force headed by Member Traffic Railway Board has been set up to examine and implement this project.INFRASTRUCTURECritical coal connectivity projects fasttracked Transportation of coal is an important activity of Indian Railways and is very crucial for the country’s power supply system. Critical Coal connectivity projects in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Orissa are being fast tracked. MOU has been signed with Ministry of Coal and Government of Odisha. Another MOU with Government of Jharkhand is in the offing. Redevelopment of Railway Stations Railway Ministry has now decided to offer Railway Stations for redevelopment on ‘as is where is’ basis, by inviting open bids from interested parties with their designs and business ideas duly providing for amenities and other requirements of the Railways. The Process for redevelopment of stations, already indentified viz. Anand Vihar, Bijwasan, Chandigarh, Shivaji Nagar & Habibganj by Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation Ltd. (IRSDC) is continuing. Progress On Dedicated Freight Corridor Project Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight corridors are being developed for smooth and fast transportation of freight. Loan for Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (Phase 2) for US $ 1100 million approved by the World Bank on 22.04.14, has been signed on 11th November 2014. Electrification contract for 945 km of Western DFC has been awarded on 18.11.2014. FDI and PPP in RailwaysCabinet approved 100% FDI in identified areas of Railway sector.Ministry of Railways has formulated sectoral guidelines on FDI.Investor’s meet was held to explain FDI to investors.More meets planned in future. High level committee set up to discuss FDI and PPP issues. Ministry of Railways has also issued Model Concession Agreement for Non Governmental Railway model, joint venture model and Built, Operate and Transfer (BOT) model. During the period , approvals were also given for port connectivity PPP projects viz. Roha-Dighi newline and Digni-Jaigarh port newline. In addition in principle approval for two more port connectivity projects viz. Chhara port and Nargol port has been given.New Rail Neer Plant in Mumbai inaugurated A new Rail Neer plant has been set up at Ambernath (Mumbai) by Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), a Public Sector Undertaking of Ministry of Railways, the production capacity of this plant will be 2 lakh liters per day, This will improve availability of safe Packaged Drinking Water (PDW). Laying of Opticle Fibre Cable on Railway Network A total number of 1,329 route kilometres OFC has been laid. Cumulatively, 48,179 route kilometers (approx.) OFC has been commissioned over Indian .It will enable high speed internet connectivity and video conferencing facility. New lines and electrificationIn 2014-15, 1983 km of railway lines have been commissioned. This is the highest ever. In 2014-15, 1375 km of railway electrification completed. This is the highest ever. SAFETY Geo-spatial technologies for unmanned level crossings In a signNow move to make Unmanned Level Crossings (UMLCs) safer for road users thereby avoiding accidents thereat, Geo-spatial technologies are proposed to be used with the help of ISRO. Under such technologies which combine Global Positioning System(GPS), Geographic Information System(GIS) and Remote Sensing, an alert message will be flashed automatically in the mobile phones of all the road users carrying GPS enabled mobile phones in the vicinity of an Unmanned Level Crossing, about the approaching train. This will save many lives as many fatal accidents occur at unmanned level crossing. Quick evacuation of injured persons from tracks Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are being put in place regarding quick evacuation of the injured persons from the railway track so that human lives are saved. MoU on construction of ROBs/RUBs In a move to further enhance safety of road users, Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Road Transport & Highways signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on policy related to constructions of Road Over Bridges and Road Under Bridges on National Highway corridors. MAKE IN INDIA Expansion project of DLW factory The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the commencement of Expansion Project of Diesel Locomotive Works (DLW), a production unit of Indian Railways at Varanasi on some of the features of the expansion plan are; a new block shop, loco frame shop and loco assembly shop, new plant shop having advanced paint booths, induction of high productivity machines and generation of 250 kw Green Power by roof mounted grid connected solar power plant. The project will herald the ‘Make in India’ campaign in the holy city, Varanasi.Ministry of Railway also successfully floated RFP for state of the Art Electro Loco Factory at Madhepura and Diesel Loco Factory at Marhowra. Again RFP were issued for manufacturing 9000 HP electric locos for western DFC. Locos will be manufactured at Dankuni and Technology will be transferred to CLW, Chittanranjan. New production unitsRail Wheel Plan, Bela commissioned and regular production started.2nd unit for manufacture of LHB coaches fit to run at 160kmph made functional at Integral Coach Factory, Chennai.DEMU factory Haldia commissioned.Mid-life Rehabilitation Workshop for coaches at Jhansi completed.New Loco and New Green Train5500 HP Diesel Locomotive introduced in Indian Railway System which is the highest horse power Diesel Engine.First “Green” DEMU rail introduced on Northern Railway to run between Rewari-Rohtak Section. HIGH SPEED PROJECTS Status of Railways Semi High Speed Projects Indian Railways is working on increasing speed of trains raising it to 160kmph/200 kmph referred as Semi-High speed. It has identified nine corridors for this purpose. Trial run in Delhi-Agra corridor successfully completed for running trains at semi-high speed of 160 km. per hour. The commercial services will be started after obtaining the CRS sanction. The feasibility study for semi high speed on Chennai-Bangaluru-Mysore Corridor is being taken up by Chinese Railways. Feasibility study for New Delhi-Chandigarh Corridor to be undertaken with French Railway. Discussions are on with Germany for undertaking feasibility study of Nagpur-Secunderabad Corridor. 5 other identified corridors under examination for semi high speed trains. Mumbai-Ahemdabad High Speed Bullet train project Ministry of Railways took steps for introduction of High Speed Bullet Trains(300+kmph) in the country on Mumbai-Ahmadabad corridor. It is part of the Ministry’s ambitious plan to have Diamond Quadrilateral network of High Speed Rail connecting major metros and growth centers of the country. French Railway submitted business model study of this corridor. The interim report of feasibility study being undertaken by Japan has been received and final report is expected in June, 2015. One new route between New Delhi and Chennai has been identified for introducing bullet train and China has been entrusted with the task of undertaking feasibility study of this line. JAMMU & KASHMIR AND NORTH EASTOpening of Lumding-Silchar broad gauge section The much awaited Lumding-Silchar Broad Gauge section (Assam) inaugurated with the running of goods trains. The passenger train services will be started soon on this section. This line will provide seamless BG connectivity to Barak Valley of Assam with the rest of the Country.it Musica Country,Free Country Music WebRadio Online! is a very crucial rail link for the N.E region. First train to Meghalaya In an important event in the history of Railways, one more north-eastern state namely Meghalaya was brought on country’s railway map. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagged off the first ever train from Guwahati to Medipathar in Meghalaya to mark this feat. Foundation stone for rail link to Mizoram’s capital To further boost the development of rail link in North Eastern region, the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation for a new rail route from Bhairabi to Sairang in Mizoram. It will take rail connectivity to Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram Katra comes on country’s railway map In another landmark engineering marvel, Indian Railways completed Udhampur-Katra Broad gauge line in the State of Jammu and Kashmir. Prime Minister dedicated this line to the nation at a programme held at Katra.This line has brought Katra on country’s railway map consequently bringing Jammu & Kashmir Valley nearer to the rest of the nation . Railways help during J&K floodsIndian Railways geared up its machinery to provide all possible help to the travelling public in the wake of unprecedented flood in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Railways arranged transport of relief material free of charge by coaching trains to Jammu Tawi and Udhampur from any station of India. Railways made about 4 lakh Rail Neer drinking water bottles available for flood affected people of J&K.North-eastern tour package for college students An education train ‘Gyanodaya Express’ – a tour package for the students of Delhi University to visit North east states, was flagged off from Delhi . It will help the students to connect with NE region . SWACHH BHARAT ABHIYAANNation wide Action PlanIndian Railways is implementing PMs nationwide campaign of Swachch Bharat Abhiyan in true letter and spirit.Separate Directorate for Environment and Housekeeping created. This Directorate will address all environment and housekeeping related issues over Railways.Detailed action plan on cleanliness prepared has been prepared and an Integrated Policy of cleanliness in Stations, Platforms and Coaches is under formulation.50 major stations outsourced for international level cleanliness. Setting up of mechanised laundries Mechanised laundries at 6 new locations have been set up to improve the quality of linen being supplied to AC class passengers. With this Indian Railway now have 33 such mechanized laundries. Dustbins on all the coaches: Dustbins on trains were hitherto being provided mainly on AC coaches. Now dustbins will be provided in all the coaches including non AC coaches. On Board Housekeeping services scheme: An additional 83 no. of trains have been covered under OBHS scheme taking total coverage to around 500 trains. Under this scheme ,cleanliness is maintained during run of the train. Installation of more Bio-Toilets in coachesMore than 10159 Bio-toilets have been fitted till March, 2015 and target set for 2015-16 is fitment of 17,000 bio-toilets. These toilets use bacterial action to convert human waste into water and gas. HELPING FARMERS AND RURAL PEOPLE First ever Perishable Cargo Centre set up The first ever Perishable Cargo Centre of Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) (a Railway PSU) at Adarsh Nagar station near Azadpur Sabzi Mandi, Delhi, was inaugurated. This perishable cargo centre will help farmers and consumers in a big way and the ripening of fruits and cold storage facilities at this cargo centre will help the farmers get a good price and good market for their product. Skill development activities in railway premises Indian Railways has around 8000 stations and premises of some of the railway stations with very few trains and scanty footfall would be used for skill development activities. It will help rural people substantially.The skill development programme has been emphasized by the Hon’ble Prime Minister for the benefit of the people. Promoting Rural Products Railways will also help in marketing rural products made by self help groups and other such agencies so as to help common rural people. The Konkani-cuisine restaurant “Konkan Swaad Katta’ recently set up at Ratnagiri station in Konkan Railway is a step in this direction to encourage traditional businesses and local talent as well as help the financial empowerment of local people and at the same time passengers getting taste traditional dishes. INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION MoU with China in technical cooperation in RailwaysA Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and an Action Plan were signed between the Government of India and People’s Republic of China in enhancing Technical Cooperation in Railway Sector, at delegation level talks between the two countries on 18th September 2014. The potential cooperation areas mentioned in the MoU are; i) Training in heavy haul freight transportation, ii) Raising of speed of trains on existing routes, iii) Station redevelopment, iv) High speed rail and v) Setting up of Railway University. MoU on cooperation with Republic of Korea Indian Railways and Republic of Korea signed a MoU on Technical Cooperation In the Rail Sector. The MoU would enable technical assistance and cooperation between the Railways of the two countries on areas such as High Speed Rail, Modernisation of Rolling Stock, Railway Operations, Modernisation of Signalling, Construction & Maintenance technologies and in development of Logistics Parks/Terminals. Cooperation with Czech Republic MoU has also been signed with Czech Republic for technical assistance in Railway sector. The potential cooperation areas mentioned in the MoU are Freight operations- Logistics of automotive transport, Passenger operations – raising of speeds upto 200 kmph; Infrastructure building and management – station development and workshop modernization; Information & communication technologies especially for passenger amenities ; Modernisation of rolling stock; Modernisation of signalling & telecom etc. Cooperation with Austria The 2nd Indo-Austrian Joint Working Group meeting on the Technology Specific Cooperation in the field of Railways was organized on 9.9.2014. Cooperation among SAARC nations Ministry of Railways hosted the 5th meeting of the SAARC Inter governmental Group on Transport on 30thSeptember,2014 at Vigyan Bhawan ,New Delhi,The meeting was attended by all the SAARC member countries. Relief during Nepal earthquake During the Nepal earthquake crisis, Railways made available to Nepal about 4 lakh Rail Neer drinking water bottles. Railways also made available to earthquake victims the facility of the Railways hospitals situated in the border towns. Railways also facilitated travel of earthquake victims. IMPROVED PERFORMANCE Increase in Railways’ revenue earnings The total approximate earnings of Indian Railways on originating basis during the financial year 2014-15 (1st April 2014 to 31st March 2015) were Rs. 157880.50 crore compared to Rs. 140761.27 crore during the same period last year, registering an increase of 12.16 per cent. Improved Freight loading Indian Railways carried 1097.57 million tonnes of revenue earning freight traffic during the financial year 2014-15 i.e. from 1st April 2014 to 31st March 2015. The freight carried shows an increase of 44.02 million tonnes over the freight traffic of 1053.55 million tonnes actually carried during the corresponding period last year, registering an increase of 4.18 per cent.MISCELLANEOUS Pathbreaking Railway Budget Railway Budget 2015-16 was completely depoliticized making it a long term perspective document.The thrust areas identified in the budget include Quality of life in journeys, station redevelopment, capacity augmentation, safety, technology upgradation, partnerships for development, improvements to management processes and systems, resource mobilization, human resources, energy and sustainability, transparency and governance initiatives.28 announcements made in the Budget speech already implemented. Railways players bring laurel to the nation Railway sportspersons as a part of Indian contingent at recently concluded Commonwealth Games-2014, (CWG) at Glasgow, Scotland, again brought glory to the nation by bagging 9 medals out of total 64 medals won by India. Renovation of National Rail Museum A big renovation exercise was undertaken in National Railways Museum, Delhi. Musical Fountain, Toy Train and Renovated Exhibits have been added at the Museum.
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What is the next wave of innovation in e-commerce after flash sales and private sales?
Ok, I have thought about this a lot having worked on a business plan/model in this space. The next great ecommerce phenomenon will be:FUN. Like not just fun because you got a great deal, or the site has great marketing and is Flashy. Hanging out with your friends at the mall when you're 14 years old was probably the last time you had a FUN experience that involved consumerism. And do you realize it was fun even though you had maybe $18 to spend on something shitty from Anchor Blue or that one pink and black chain (I forgot the name) that sold vaguely adult products. Now all your experiences online or offline are tinged with the maniacal pressure to get the best F-ing deal on the planet, or the sublimated guilt of spending more money than you really feel comfortable doing on some "brand", but hey it's Amazon Prime and it will be here in 36 hours so it's OK! Neither of these scenarios are really pure FUN FUN FUN 'till your daddy takes your T-Bird away.PRODUCT DRIVEN. Both in the sense that the site will be a PRODUCT that the web hasn't seen before: not just a marketing or business model gimmick, or smartly targeted audience segment, or whatever. And in the sense that the PRODUCTS you buy will be front and center in the experience.Will CHANGE what "buying" actually MEANS. Every ecommerce business model I've seen to date actually underwhelms because it aims far too low. The point of the web is that it makes it possible to actually change the definition of vocabulary words we use day in and day out through novel experiences. But all these fancy deal-a-day-private-sale-curated sites still mean "buying" when they say "buying". Thats boring!Will be acutely aware of MIMETIC DESIRE and the full implications of Rene Girard's thinking on modern consumer behavior.So that's my tease about what I think/know the next phenomenon will look like, at least in my imagination. Peace out!
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Which is the best b2b portal in India?
Business-to-business (B2B) ecommerce market is gradually maturing across the world, whereas in India it is still at the nascent stage. Experts have predicted that India’s B2B industry will be worth Rs 45 lakh crore by 2020. And according to SME finance companies, this online industry is six times bigger than business-to-consumer (B2C) in India.India’s yet-to-mature B2B ecommerce industry with large untapped potential of growth presents a great opportunity to companies who want to enter this market. From a handful of companies in the past (Alibaba, IndiaMart, Trade India), now there are all size of startups that cater to all size of buyers, be it a small online marketplace reseller to big chain of hotels.This has made the job of procuring raw materials in bulk quantity and at bulk prices much easier for sellers and resellers.Do you want to start your B2B online buying journey? Do you want to know the details about such companies in India? Please read on.AmazonBusiness.inAmazon, the US-based ecommerce giant started its B2B online platform in 2015 to fulfill the demand of business customers who were looking for the seamless ‘Amazon buying experience’ while procuring supplies for their work.Currently available in two cities, Bangalore and Mangalore with plans to expand in other cities, you can become a part of this members-only site if you have a valid business license.Payments can be made through NEFT/RTGS transfer, Credit/Debit Card and Net-banking and cash-on-delivery service is available for Bangalore-based buyers. The marketplace also offers free credit service (up to 48 days) in association with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.Its main USPs are the brand name ‘Amazon’ and ease of buying.Primary Categories: Health & Personal Care, Home Medical Supplies, Beauty, Food & Beverages, Cleaning & Laundry, Mobile & Accessories, Office & IT Peripherals, Home, Kitchen & Dining products at wholesale prices and in bulk quantities.Power2SME.comFounded by R. Narayanan in 2012, Power2SME calls itself the first ‘Buying Club’ for SMEs. The company was formed with an aim to empower SMEs by making it easy & affordable for them to procure raw materials.In 2014, the company raised Rs. 42 crores in Series C round of funding from Accel Partners, Inventus Capital and Kalaari Capital. In January 2016, Chairman of UIDAI Nandan Nilekani along with the existing three investors poured more capital into Power2SME during Series D round of funding.In April 2016, the B2B firm’s revenue was $10 million and the average order value was Rs.25 lakh! This is why the company is confident about breaking even by next year.Register for free or fill up the Request for Quote (RFQ) form with your business requirement. The company’s sales representative then gets in touch with buyers with proposed rates. SMEs can avail loan facility on request.Its main USPs are strong investors and high-quality suppliers like LG, Essar, and Indian Oil.Primary Categories: Abrasives, Adhesives, Safety, Power tools, Plumbing, Handtools, Power Transmission, Security, Machining, Office Supplies, Motors & Pumps, Medical Supplies, Electricals, Hardware and a lot more.eWorldTradeFairly new to the B2B industry, eWorldTrade has earned a good enough reputation quickly. A subsidiary of Reckon Media LLC, a firm that provides digital media and technological services, based in the US. eWorldTrade itself has its operational unit around the world.It is the only B2B marketplace currently offering up to 10 leads free of cost when you sign up to it. This has been a huge selling point for businesses, and this can be seen through its fast growth in only a few years. Most of its manufacturers are from China however, it also has businesses from the USA, India, Malaysia, and Pakistan partnered with it.Due to its main operational unit being based in Pakistan, the platform has become a part of CPEC and will benefit greatly due to this in the future. Lowest wholesale rates and fast delivery can be easily expected from eWorldTrade.The website has especially affected smaller to medium businesses that failed to gain recognition on previously known best b2b websites operating within Pakistan. 10 Free B2B lead generation is, of course, a major reason to sign up here.IndustryBuying.comEstablished in 2013 by Swati Gupta and Rahul Gupta, Industry Buying is a B2B marketplace for industrial good and supplies. Regular buyers are offered credit and the purchasing process is quite straightforward.The startup has grown tremendously with its seller base increasing from 1000 in 2015 to 4,500 in May 2016. Buyer base increased from 40 enterprises and 25,000 SMEs in 2015 to 150 enterprises and 75,000 SMEs in May 2016. Customer visits too multiplied by four times.The company has raised Rs 87 crores from investors such as Kalaari Capital, Saif Partners and BEENext so far.Its main USPs are impressive growth & traction and innovative product solutions like ProcMan.Primary Categories: Lab supplies, LED & lights, Electronics & Robotics, Cleaning, Dimension Measurement, Industrial Automation, Furniture & Hospitality, Lubricants & Oils, Powder & Coatings, and Welding are just 10 of the 40+ categories.Bizongo.inThis B2B marketplace focuses on bulk buying and selling of ‘Packaging’ materials. Started by Aniket Deb, Sachin Agrawal and Ankit Tomar (IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi graduates) in 2014, the startup found an investor in Accel Partners.It initially started as a platform for plastic and chemical product categories, but as of now, there are only packaging products listed on the website.Last heard news about Bizongo’s funding was in October 2015, when Accel invested an undisclosed amount in the startup.Its main USPs are knowledgeable team and ability to adapt with changing business environment.Primary Categories: Food packaging, Bottles, rigid and protective packaging, Crates, Pallets, Drums, Dustbins, Packaging Bags & Boxes, Flexible films, Pouches and Bubblewraps.Tolexo.comIt’s an IndiaMart subsidiary launched in June 2014 for SMEs. With more than 1,000,000+ products from over 28 categories, 7000 sellers, and 8000 brands, Tolexo’s product portfolio, seller & buyer base is probably the widest and biggest out of all players.The B2B marketplace offers last mile deliveries with guaranteed dispatch within 24 hours, which is a great service for business clients.IndiaMart had invested Rs. 100 crores in Tolexo in FY15-16.Its main USP is its association with IndiaMart, which is one of the biggest players in the Indian B2B industry.Primary Categories: Safety, Plumbing, Adhesives, Fasteners, Electricals, Abrasives, Car & Bike Accessories, Lubrication, Handtools, Hardware, Office Supplies, Lab supplies, and much more.JustByLive.comThe newest one on the block, Just By Live is already creating waves by multiplying its network and raising funds in less than a year. The startup is an app-based e-distributor that connects traditional manufacturers to retailers. Thus, by eliminating regular distributors, manufacturers get better margins and retailers get a wide range of products at one glance.The firm raised around Rs 136 crore ($20 million) in Series A funding from Alpha Capital in January 2016. Just by Live aims to restructure the age-old retail distribution system by modernizing it to fit the current fast-pace ecommerce industry.Buyers/retailers can access the listed products through Just Buy Live’s app, talk to brand teams and get order delivered at doorstep after downloading the app and registering their business. Buyers can also make use of credit facility ‘Udhaar by Just Pay’ by uploading required documents. If you are a brand owner, then write to brands@justbuylive.com to list your label on the B2B platform.Its main USPs are unique concept and focussed approach backed by thorough research and experienced team.Primary Categories: Grocery, Ayurveda, Dairy, Water, Chocolates & Sweets, Home care, Personal care, Fashion & Beauty, Auto, Appliances and many more.
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Are B2B portals like indiamart.com and tradeindia.com really effective?
Business-to-business (B2B) ecommerce market is gradually maturing across the world, whereas in India it is still at the nascent stage. Experts have predicted that India’s B2B industry will be worth Rs 45 lakh crore by 2020. And according to SME finance companies, this online industry is six times bigger than business-to-consumer (B2C) in India.India’s yet-to-mature B2B ecommerce industry with large untapped potential of growth presents a great opportunity to companies who want to enter this market. From a handful of companies in the past (Alibaba, IndiaMart, Trade India), now there are all size of startups that cater to all size of buyers, be it a small online marketplace reseller to big chain of hotels.This has made the job of procuring raw materials in bulk quantity and at bulk prices much easier for sellers and resellers.Do you want to start your B2B online buying journey? Do you want to know the details about such companies in India? Please read on.AmazonBusiness.inAmazon, the US-based ecommerce giant started its B2B online platform in 2015 to fulfill the demand of business customers who were looking for the seamless ‘Amazon buying experience’ while procuring supplies for their work.Currently available in two cities, Bangalore and Mangalore with plans to expand in other cities, you can become a part of this members-only site if you have a valid business license.Payments can be made through NEFT/RTGS transfer, Credit/Debit Card and Net-banking and cash-on-delivery service is available for Bangalore-based buyers. The marketplace also offers free credit service (up to 48 days) in association with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.Its main USPs are the brand name ‘Amazon’ and ease of buying.Primary Categories: Health & Personal Care, Home Medical Supplies, Beauty, Food & Beverages, Cleaning & Laundry, Mobile & Accessories, Office & IT Peripherals, Home, Kitchen & Dining products at wholesale prices and in bulk quantities.Power2SME.comFounded by R. Narayanan in 2012, Power2SME calls itself the first ‘Buying Club’ for SMEs. The company was formed with an aim to empower SMEs by making it easy & affordable for them to procure raw materials.In 2014, the company raised Rs. 42 crores in Series C round of funding from Accel Partners, Inventus Capital and Kalaari Capital. In January 2016, Chairman of UIDAI Nandan Nilekani along with the existing three investors poured more capital into Power2SME during Series D round of funding.In April 2016, the B2B firm’s revenue was $10 million and the average order value was Rs.25 lakh! This is why the company is confident about breaking even by next year.Register for free or fill up the Request for Quote (RFQ) form with your business requirement. The company’s sales representative then gets in touch with buyers with proposed rates. SMEs can avail loan facility on request.Its main USPs are strong investors and high-quality suppliers like LG, Essar, and Indian Oil.Primary Categories: Abrasives, Adhesives, Safety, Power tools, Plumbing, Handtools, Power Transmission, Security, Machining, Office Supplies, Motors & Pumps, Medical Supplies, Electricals, Hardware and a lot more.eWorldTradeFairly new to the B2B industry, eWorldTrade has earned a good enough reputation quickly. A subsidiary of Reckon Media LLC, a firm that provides digital media and technological services, based in the US. eWorldTrade itself has its operational unit around the world.It is the only B2B marketplace currently offering up to 10 leads free of cost when you sign up to it. This has been a huge selling point for businesses, and this can be seen through its fast growth in only a few years. Most of its manufacturers are from China however, it also has businesses from the USA, India, Malaysia, and Pakistan partnered with it.Due to its main operational unit being based in Pakistan, the platform has become a part of CPEC and will benefit greatly due to this in the future. Lowest wholesale rates and fast delivery can be easily expected from eWorldTrade.The website has especially affected smaller to medium businesses that failed to gain recognition on previously known best b2b websites operating within Pakistan. 10 Free B2B lead generation is, of course, a major reason to sign up here.IndustryBuying.comEstablished in 2013 by Swati Gupta and Rahul Gupta, Industry Buying is a B2B marketplace for industrial good and supplies. Regular buyers are offered credit and the purchasing process is quite straightforward.The startup has grown tremendously with its seller base increasing from 1000 in 2015 to 4,500 in May 2016. Buyer base increased from 40 enterprises and 25,000 SMEs in 2015 to 150 enterprises and 75,000 SMEs in May 2016. Customer visits too multiplied by four times.The company has raised Rs 87 crores from investors such as Kalaari Capital, Saif Partners and BEENext so far.Its main USPs are impressive growth & traction and innovative product solutions like ProcMan.Primary Categories: Lab supplies, LED & lights, Electronics & Robotics, Cleaning, Dimension Measurement, Industrial Automation, Furniture & Hospitality, Lubricants & Oils, Powder & Coatings, and Welding are just 10 of the 40+ categories.Bizongo.inThis B2B marketplace focuses on bulk buying and selling of ‘Packaging’ materials. Started by Aniket Deb, Sachin Agrawal and Ankit Tomar (IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi graduates) in 2014, the startup found an investor in Accel Partners.It initially started as a platform for plastic and chemical product categories, but as of now, there are only packaging products listed on the website.Last heard news about Bizongo’s funding was in October 2015, when Accel invested an undisclosed amount in the startup.Its main USPs are knowledgeable team and ability to adapt with changing business environment.Primary Categories: Food packaging, Bottles, rigid and protective packaging, Crates, Pallets, Drums, Dustbins, Packaging Bags & Boxes, Flexible films, Pouches and Bubblewraps.Tolexo.comIt’s an IndiaMart subsidiary launched in June 2014 for SMEs. With more than 1,000,000+ products from over 28 categories, 7000 sellers, and 8000 brands, Tolexo’s product portfolio, seller & buyer base is probably the widest and biggest out of all players.The B2B marketplace offers last mile deliveries with guaranteed dispatch within 24 hours, which is a great service for business clients.IndiaMart had invested Rs. 100 crores in Tolexo in FY15-16.Its main USP is its association with IndiaMart, which is one of the biggest players in the Indian B2B industry.Primary Categories: Safety, Plumbing, Adhesives, Fasteners, Electricals, Abrasives, Car & Bike Accessories, Lubrication, Handtools, Hardware, Office Supplies, Lab supplies, and much more.JustByLive.comThe newest one on the block, Just By Live is already creating waves by multiplying its network and raising funds in less than a year. The startup is an app-based e-distributor that connects traditional manufacturers to retailers. Thus, by eliminating regular distributors, manufacturers get better margins and retailers get a wide range of products at one glance.The firm raised around Rs 136 crore ($20 million) in Series A funding from Alpha Capital in January 2016. Just by Live aims to restructure the age-old retail distribution system by modernizing it to fit the current fast-pace ecommerce industry.Buyers/retailers can access the listed products through Just Buy Live’s app, talk to brand teams and get order delivered at doorstep after downloading the app and registering their business. Buyers can also make use of credit facility ‘Udhaar by Just Pay’ by uploading required documents. If you are a brand owner, then write to brands@justbuylive.com to list your label on the B2B platform.Its main USPs are unique concept and focussed approach backed by thorough research and experienced team.Primary Categories: Grocery, Ayurveda, Dairy, Water, Chocolates & Sweets, Home care, Personal care, Fashion & Beauty, Auto, Appliances and many more.
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What is top 10 b2b company in India?
There are lots of b2b portals in India which provides a lot of services and leads to its clients, some of them are mentioned below:TradeindiaIndiamartAlibabaExportersindiaIndianExporters.EindiabusinessIndiabizclubAmazon BusinessMy present company have also built one such Platform but the interesting thing is that the platform showcases products in 3D where you can actually interact with the products on the website itself. Also the Platform is exclusively for Indian manufacturers and “Made in India” products.Hence the name - Showcase IndiaLet me show you one 3D product through a GIF that i have created. You can also click on the link to experience it yourself.Product live link: 5 Axes Tool Grinder (Experience the 3D)We at Showcase India believe that content is not limited just to images, text or videos there are other possible ways in which the information can be seen and received. And, one such way is the 3D content through web.The promise and peril of web based 3D technologies; manufacturing industry sector is on the verge of a new dawn with large and signNow benefits. Showcase India is the best marketplace for Indian manufacturing industries that help manufacturers to trade with each other, find quality products, showcase designs, generate trade leads, find manufacturers, suppliers, exporters & international buyersNevertheless, it is much evident that there is a fantastic market demand for Made in India manufacturing products within the country as well as across the globe. Showcase India always looks forward to encourage and work towards improving the connectivity between the manufacturers globally with great standards of quality driven by our technology platform, thereby adding infinite value to the Indian made products and their end users alike.If you are an Indian product manufacturer, you can Join us here: Join Showcase India
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Which is the best b2b website in India apart from Indiamart?
Business-to-business (B2B) ecommerce market is gradually maturing across the world, whereas in India it is still at the nascent stage. Experts have predicted that India’s B2B industry will be worth Rs 45 lakh crore by 2020. And according to SME finance companies, this online industry is six times bigger than business-to-consumer (B2C) in India.India’s yet-to-mature B2B ecommerce industry with large untapped potential of growth presents a great opportunity to companies who want to enter this market. From a handful of companies in the past (Alibaba, IndiaMart, Trade India), now there are all size of startups that cater to all size of buyers, be it a small online marketplace reseller to big chain of hotels.This has made the job of procuring raw materials in bulk quantity and at bulk prices much easier for sellers and resellers.Do you want to start your B2B online buying journey? Do you want to know the details about such companies in India? Please read on.AmazonBusiness.inAmazon, the US-based ecommerce giant started its B2B online platform in 2015 to fulfill the demand of business customers who were looking for the seamless ‘Amazon buying experience’ while procuring supplies for their work.Currently available in two cities, Bangalore and Mangalore with plans to expand in other cities, you can become a part of this members-only site if you have a valid business license.Payments can be made through NEFT/RTGS transfer, Credit/Debit Card and Net-banking and cash-on-delivery service is available for Bangalore-based buyers. The marketplace also offers free credit service (up to 48 days) in association with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.Its main USPs are the brand name ‘Amazon’ and ease of buying.Primary Categories: Health & Personal Care, Home Medical Supplies, Beauty, Food & Beverages, Cleaning & Laundry, Mobile & Accessories, Office & IT Peripherals, Home, Kitchen & Dining products at wholesale prices and in bulk quantities.Power2SME.comFounded by R. Narayanan in 2012, Power2SME calls itself the first ‘Buying Club’ for SMEs. The company was formed with an aim to empower SMEs by making it easy & affordable for them to procure raw materials.In 2014, the company raised Rs. 42 crores in Series C round of funding from Accel Partners, Inventus Capital and Kalaari Capital. In January 2016, Chairman of UIDAI Nandan Nilekani along with the existing three investors poured more capital into Power2SME during Series D round of funding.In April 2016, the B2B firm’s revenue was $10 million and the average order value was Rs.25 lakh! This is why the company is confident about breaking even by next year.Register for free or fill up the Request for Quote (RFQ) form with your business requirement. The company’s sales representative then gets in touch with buyers with proposed rates. SMEs can avail loan facility on request.Its main USPs are strong investors and high-quality suppliers like LG, Essar, and Indian Oil.Primary Categories: Abrasives, Adhesives, Safety, Power tools, Plumbing, Handtools, Power Transmission, Security, Machining, Office Supplies, Motors & Pumps, Medical Supplies, Electricals, Hardware and a lot more.eWorldTradeFairly new to the B2B industry, eWorldTrade has earned a good enough reputation quickly. A subsidiary of Reckon Media LLC, a firm that provides digital media and technological services, based in the US. eWorldTrade itself has its operational unit around the world.It is the only B2B marketplace currently offering up to 10 leads free of cost when you sign up to it. This has been a huge selling point for businesses, and this can be seen through its fast growth in only a few years. Most of its manufacturers are from China however, it also has businesses from the USA, India, Malaysia, and Pakistan partnered with it.Due to its main operational unit being based in Pakistan, the platform has become a part of CPEC and will benefit greatly due to this in the future. Lowest wholesale rates and fast delivery can be easily expected from eWorldTrade.The website has especially affected smaller to medium businesses that failed to gain recognition on previously known best b2b websites operating within Pakistan. 10 Free B2B lead generation is, of course, a major reason to sign up here.IndustryBuying.comEstablished in 2013 by Swati Gupta and Rahul Gupta, Industry Buying is a B2B marketplace for industrial good and supplies. Regular buyers are offered credit and the purchasing process is quite straightforward.The startup has grown tremendously with its seller base increasing from 1000 in 2015 to 4,500 in May 2016. Buyer base increased from 40 enterprises and 25,000 SMEs in 2015 to 150 enterprises and 75,000 SMEs in May 2016. Customer visits too multiplied by four times.The company has raised Rs 87 crores from investors such as Kalaari Capital, Saif Partners and BEENext so far.Its main USPs are impressive growth & traction and innovative product solutions like ProcMan.Primary Categories: Lab supplies, LED & lights, Electronics & Robotics, Cleaning, Dimension Measurement, Industrial Automation, Furniture & Hospitality, Lubricants & Oils, Powder & Coatings, and Welding are just 10 of the 40+ categories.Bizongo.inThis B2B marketplace focuses on bulk buying and selling of ‘Packaging’ materials. Started by Aniket Deb, Sachin Agrawal and Ankit Tomar (IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi graduates) in 2014, the startup found an investor in Accel Partners.It initially started as a platform for plastic and chemical product categories, but as of now, there are only packaging products listed on the website.Last heard news about Bizongo’s funding was in October 2015, when Accel invested an undisclosed amount in the startup.Its main USPs are knowledgeable team and ability to adapt with changing business environment.Primary Categories: Food packaging, Bottles, rigid and protective packaging, Crates, Pallets, Drums, Dustbins, Packaging Bags & Boxes, Flexible films, Pouches and Bubblewraps.Tolexo.comIt’s an IndiaMart subsidiary launched in June 2014 for SMEs. With more than 1,000,000+ products from over 28 categories, 7000 sellers, and 8000 brands, Tolexo’s product portfolio, seller & buyer base is probably the widest and biggest out of all players.The B2B marketplace offers last mile deliveries with guaranteed dispatch within 24 hours, which is a great service for business clients.IndiaMart had invested Rs. 100 crores in Tolexo in FY15-16.Its main USP is its association with IndiaMart, which is one of the biggest players in the Indian B2B industry.Primary Categories: Safety, Plumbing, Adhesives, Fasteners, Electricals, Abrasives, Car & Bike Accessories, Lubrication, Handtools, Hardware, Office Supplies, Lab supplies, and much more.JustByLive.comThe newest one on the block, Just By Live is already creating waves by multiplying its network and raising funds in less than a year. The startup is an app-based e-distributor that connects traditional manufacturers to retailers. Thus, by eliminating regular distributors, manufacturers get better margins and retailers get a wide range of products at one glance.The firm raised around Rs 136 crore ($20 million) in Series A funding from Alpha Capital in January 2016. Just by Live aims to restructure the age-old retail distribution system by modernizing it to fit the current fast-pace ecommerce industry.Buyers/retailers can access the listed products through Just Buy Live’s app, talk to brand teams and get order delivered at doorstep after downloading the app and registering their business. Buyers can also make use of credit facility ‘Udhaar by Just Pay’ by uploading required documents. If you are a brand owner, then write to brands@justbuylive.com to list your label on the B2B platform.Its main USPs are unique concept and focussed approach backed by thorough research and experienced team.Primary Categories: Grocery, Ayurveda, Dairy, Water, Chocolates & Sweets, Home care, Personal care, Fashion & Beauty, Auto, Appliances and many more.
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What are the top 10 B2B portals in India?
Business-to-business (B2B) ecommerce market is gradually maturing across the world, whereas in India it is still at the nascent stage. Experts have predicted that India’s B2B industry will be worth Rs 45 lakh crore by 2020. And according to SME finance companies, this online industry is six times bigger than business-to-consumer (B2C) in India.India’s yet-to-mature B2B ecommerce industry with large untapped potential of growth presents a great opportunity to companies who want to enter this market. From a handful of companies in the past (Alibaba, IndiaMart, Trade India), now there are all size of startups that cater to all size of buyers, be it a small online marketplace reseller to big chain of hotels.This has made the job of procuring raw materials in bulk quantity and at bulk prices much easier for sellers and resellers.Do you want to start your B2B online buying journey? Do you want to know the details about such companies in India? Please read on.eWorldTradeFairly new to the B2B industry, eWorldTrade has earned a good enough reputation quickly. A subsidiary of Reckon Media LLC, a firm that provides digital media and technological services, based in the US. eWorldTrade itself has its operational unit around the world.It is the only B2B marketplace currently offering up to 10 leads free of cost when you sign up to it. This has been a huge selling point for businesses, and this can be seen through its fast growth in only a few years. Most of its manufacturers are from China however, it also has businesses from the USA, India, Malaysia, and Pakistan partnered with it.Due to its main operational unit being based in Pakistan, the platform has become a part of CPEC and will benefit greatly due to this in the future. Lowest wholesale rates and fast delivery can be easily expected from eWorldTrade.The website has especially affected smaller to medium businesses that failed to gain recognition on previously known best b2b websites operating within Pakistan. 10 Free B2B lead generation is, of course, a major reason to sign up here.Alibaba.comFounded by Jack Ma in the year 1999, Alibaba is Chinese based world’s largest B2B Marketplace started with the aim of providing a decent b2b trading platform to international trade community. The company is serving as a prominent e-commerce stage for small and medium enterprises regardless of the fact that from which part of the world they are...IndiaMart.comIndiaMart is presently providing golden opportunities to 1.2 million Indian suppliers who are generating decent profits as well as benefits by getting in touch with almost 6.5 million buyers, importers and purchasers from different parts of the world.AmazonBusiness.inAmazon, the US-based ecommerce giant started its B2B online platform in 2015 to fulfill the demand of business customers who were looking for the seamless ‘Amazon buying experience’ while procuring supplies for their work.Currently available in two cities, Bangalore and Mangalore with plans to expand in other cities, you can become a part of this members-only site if you have a valid business license.Payments can be made through NEFT/RTGS transfer, Credit/Debit Card and Net-banking and cash-on-delivery service is available for Bangalore-based buyers. The marketplace also offers free credit service (up to 48 days) in association with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.Its main USPs are the brand name ‘Amazon’ and ease of buying.Primary Categories: Health & Personal Care, Home Medical Supplies, Beauty, Food & Beverages, Cleaning & Laundry, Mobile & Accessories, Office & IT Peripherals, Home, Kitchen & Dining products at wholesale prices and in bulk quantities.Power2SME.comFounded by R. Narayanan in 2012, Power2SME calls itself the first ‘Buying Club’ for SMEs. The company was formed with an aim to empower SMEs by making it easy & affordable for them to procure raw materials.In 2014, the company raised Rs. 42 crores in Series C round of funding from Accel Partners, Inventus Capital and Kalaari Capital. In January 2016, Chairman of UIDAI Nandan Nilekani along with the existing three investors poured more capital into Power2SME during Series D round of funding.In April 2016, the B2B firm’s revenue was $10 million and the average order value was Rs.25 lakh! This is why the company is confident about breaking even by next year.Register for free or fill up the Request for Quote (RFQ) form with your business requirement. The company’s sales representative then gets in touch with buyers with proposed rates. SMEs can avail loan facility on request.Its main USPs are strong investors and high-quality suppliers like LG, Essar, and Indian Oil.Primary Categories: Abrasives, Adhesives, Safety, Power tools, Plumbing, Handtools, Power Transmission, Security, Machining, Office Supplies, Motors & Pumps, Medical Supplies, Electricals, Hardware and a lot more.IndustryBuying.comEstablished in 2013 by Swati Gupta and Rahul Gupta, Industry Buying is a B2B marketplace for industrial good and supplies. Regular buyers are offered credit and the purchasing process is quite straightforward.The startup has grown tremendously with its seller base increasing from 1000 in 2015 to 4,500 in May 2016. Buyer base increased from 40 enterprises and 25,000 SMEs in 2015 to 150 enterprises and 75,000 SMEs in May 2016. Customer visits too multiplied by four times.The company has raised Rs 87 crores from investors such as Kalaari Capital, Saif Partners and BEENext so far.Its main USPs are impressive growth & traction and innovative product solutions like ProcMan.Primary Categories: Lab supplies, LED & lights, Electronics & Robotics, Cleaning, Dimension Measurement, Industrial Automation, Furniture & Hospitality, Lubricants & Oils, Powder & Coatings, and Welding are just 10 of the 40+ categories.Bizongo.inThis B2B marketplace focuses on bulk buying and selling of ‘Packaging’ materials. Started by Aniket Deb, Sachin Agrawal and Ankit Tomar (IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi graduates) in 2014, the startup found an investor in Accel Partners.It initially started as a platform for plastic and chemical product categories, but as of now, there are only packaging products listed on the website.Last heard news about Bizongo’s funding was in October 2015, when Accel invested an undisclosed amount in the startup.Its main USPs are knowledgeable team and ability to adapt with changing business environment.Primary Categories: Food packaging, Bottles, rigid and protective packaging, Crates, Pallets, Drums, Dustbins, Packaging Bags & Boxes, Flexible films, Pouches and Bubblewraps.Tolexo.comIt’s an IndiaMart subsidiary launched in June 2014 for SMEs. With more than 1,000,000+ products from over 28 categories, 7000 sellers, and 8000 brands, Tolexo’s product portfolio, seller & buyer base is probably the widest and biggest out of all players.The B2B marketplace offers last mile deliveries with guaranteed dispatch within 24 hours, which is a great service for business clients.IndiaMart had invested Rs. 100 crores in Tolexo in FY15-16.Its main USP is its association with IndiaMart, which is one of the biggest players in the Indian B2B industry.Primary Categories: Safety, Plumbing, Adhesives, Fasteners, Electricals, Abrasives, Car & Bike Accessories, Lubrication, Handtools, Hardware, Office Supplies, Lab supplies, and much more.Made-In-China.comThe Focus Technology Co, Ltd is a well known and reputed organization that is serving the fields related with E-Business in China for the past 13 years. The company was established in the year 1996 and the main aim of Focus Technology Co. Ltd. is to provide decent privileges to its customers by using promotion methods which they can find effective online solutions...JustByLive.comThe newest one on the block, Just By Live is already creating waves by multiplying its network and raising funds in less than a year. The startup is an app-based e-distributor that connects traditional manufacturers to retailers. Thus, by eliminating regular distributors, manufacturers get better margins and retailers get a wide range of products at one glance.The firm raised around Rs 136 crore ($20 million) in Series A funding from Alpha Capital in January 2016. Just by Live aims to restructure the age-old retail distribution system by modernizing it to fit the current fast-pace ecommerce industry.Buyers/retailers can access the listed products through Just Buy Live’s app, talk to brand teams and get order delivered at doorstep after downloading the app and registering their business. Buyers can also make use of credit facility ‘Udhaar by Just Pay’ by uploading required documents. If you are a brand owner, then write to brands@justbuylive.com to list your label on the B2B platform.Its main USPs are unique concept and focussed approach backed by thorough research and experienced team.Primary Categories: Grocery, Ayurveda, Dairy, Water, Chocolates & Sweets, Home care, Personal care, Fashion & Beauty, Auto, Appliances and many more.
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How many B2B companies are in India?
Business-to-business (B2B) ecommerce market is gradually maturing across the world, whereas in India it is still at the nascent stage. Experts have predicted that India’s B2B industry will be worth Rs 45 lakh crore by 2020. And according to SME finance companies, this online industry is six times bigger than business-to-consumer (B2C) in India.India’s yet-to-mature B2B ecommerce industry with large untapped potential of growth presents a great opportunity to companies who want to enter this market. From a handful of companies in the past (Alibaba, IndiaMart, Trade India), now there are all size of startups that cater to all size of buyers, be it a small online marketplace reseller to big chain of hotels.This has made the job of procuring raw materials in bulk quantity and at bulk prices much easier for sellers and resellers.Do you want to start your B2B online buying journey? Do you want to know the details about such companies in India? Please read on.AmazonBusiness.inAmazon, the US-based ecommerce giant started its B2B online platform in 2015 to fulfill the demand of business customers who were looking for the seamless ‘Amazon buying experience’ while procuring supplies for their work.Currently available in two cities, Bangalore and Mangalore with plans to expand in other cities, you can become a part of this members-only site if you have a valid business license.Payments can be made through NEFT/RTGS transfer, Credit/Debit Card and Net-banking and cash-on-delivery service is available for Bangalore-based buyers. The marketplace also offers free credit service (up to 48 days) in association with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.Its main USPs are the brand name ‘Amazon’ and ease of buying.Primary Categories: Health & Personal Care, Home Medical Supplies, Beauty, Food & Beverages, Cleaning & Laundry, Mobile & Accessories, Office & IT Peripherals, Home, Kitchen & Dining products at wholesale prices and in bulk quantities.Power2SME.comFounded by R. Narayanan in 2012, Power2SME calls itself the first ‘Buying Club’ for SMEs. The company was formed with an aim to empower SMEs by making it easy & affordable for them to procure raw materials.In 2014, the company raised Rs. 42 crores in Series C round of funding from Accel Partners, Inventus Capital and Kalaari Capital. In January 2016, Chairman of UIDAI Nandan Nilekani along with the existing three investors poured more capital into Power2SME during Series D round of funding.In April 2016, the B2B firm’s revenue was $10 million and the average order value was Rs.25 lakh! This is why the company is confident about breaking even by next year.Register for free or fill up the Request for Quote (RFQ) form with your business requirement. The company’s sales representative then gets in touch with buyers with proposed rates. SMEs can avail loan facility on request.Its main USPs are strong investors and high-quality suppliers like LG, Essar, and Indian Oil.Primary Categories: Abrasives, Adhesives, Safety, Power tools, Plumbing, Handtools, Power Transmission, Security, Machining, Office Supplies, Motors & Pumps, Medical Supplies, Electricals, Hardware and a lot more.eWorldTradeFairly new to the B2B industry, eWorldTrade has earned a good enough reputation quickly. A subsidiary of Reckon Media LLC, a firm that provides digital media and technological services, based in the US. eWorldTrade itself has its operational unit around the world.It is the only B2B marketplace currently offering up to 10 leads free of cost when you sign up to it. This has been a huge selling point for businesses, and this can be seen through its fast growth in only a few years. Most of its manufacturers are from China however, it also has businesses from the USA, India, Malaysia, and Pakistan partnered with it.Due to its main operational unit being based in Pakistan, the platform has become a part of CPEC and will benefit greatly due to this in the future. Lowest wholesale rates and fast delivery can be easily expected from eWorldTrade.The website has especially affected smaller to medium businesses that failed to gain recognition on previously known best b2b websites operating within Pakistan. 10 Free B2B lead generation is, of course, a major reason to sign up here.IndustryBuying.comEstablished in 2013 by Swati Gupta and Rahul Gupta, Industry Buying is a B2B marketplace for industrial good and supplies. Regular buyers are offered credit and the purchasing process is quite straightforward.The startup has grown tremendously with its seller base increasing from 1000 in 2015 to 4,500 in May 2016. Buyer base increased from 40 enterprises and 25,000 SMEs in 2015 to 150 enterprises and 75,000 SMEs in May 2016. Customer visits too multiplied by four times.The company has raised Rs 87 crores from investors such as Kalaari Capital, Saif Partners and BEENext so far.Its main USPs are impressive growth & traction and innovative product solutions like ProcMan.Primary Categories: Lab supplies, LED & lights, Electronics & Robotics, Cleaning, Dimension Measurement, Industrial Automation, Furniture & Hospitality, Lubricants & Oils, Powder & Coatings, and Welding are just 10 of the 40+ categories.Bizongo.inThis B2B marketplace focuses on bulk buying and selling of ‘Packaging’ materials. Started by Aniket Deb, Sachin Agrawal and Ankit Tomar (IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi graduates) in 2014, the startup found an investor in Accel Partners.It initially started as a platform for plastic and chemical product categories, but as of now, there are only packaging products listed on the website.Last heard news about Bizongo’s funding was in October 2015, when Accel invested an undisclosed amount in the startup.Its main USPs are knowledgeable team and ability to adapt with changing business environment.Primary Categories: Food packaging, Bottles, rigid and protective packaging, Crates, Pallets, Drums, Dustbins, Packaging Bags & Boxes, Flexible films, Pouches and Bubblewraps.Tolexo.comIt’s an IndiaMart subsidiary launched in June 2014 for SMEs. With more than 1,000,000+ products from over 28 categories, 7000 sellers, and 8000 brands, Tolexo’s product portfolio, seller & buyer base is probably the widest and biggest out of all players.The B2B marketplace offers last mile deliveries with guaranteed dispatch within 24 hours, which is a great service for business clients.IndiaMart had invested Rs. 100 crores in Tolexo in FY15-16.Its main USP is its association with IndiaMart, which is one of the biggest players in the Indian B2B industry.Primary Categories: Safety, Plumbing, Adhesives, Fasteners, Electricals, Abrasives, Car & Bike Accessories, Lubrication, Handtools, Hardware, Office Supplies, Lab supplies, and much more.JustByLive.comThe newest one on the block, Just By Live is already creating waves by multiplying its network and raising funds in less than a year. The startup is an app-based e-distributor that connects traditional manufacturers to retailers. Thus, by eliminating regular distributors, manufacturers get better margins and retailers get a wide range of products at one glance.The firm raised around Rs 136 crore ($20 million) in Series A funding from Alpha Capital in January 2016. Just by Live aims to restructure the age-old retail distribution system by modernizing it to fit the current fast-pace ecommerce industry.Buyers/retailers can access the listed products through Just Buy Live’s app, talk to brand teams and get order delivered at doorstep after downloading the app and registering their business. Buyers can also make use of credit facility ‘Udhaar by Just Pay’ by uploading required documents. If you are a brand owner, then write to brands@justbuylive.com to list your label on the B2B platform.Its main USPs are unique concept and focussed approach backed by thorough research and experienced team.Primary Categories: Grocery, Ayurveda, Dairy, Water, Chocolates & Sweets, Home care, Personal care, Fashion & Beauty, Auto, Appliances and many more.
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Suresh PrabhuAs many as 7,575 children were rescued at railway stations and trains in 2015Source:- http://economictimes.indiatimes.... INITIATIVES FOR PASSENGERSPassenger Helpline No. 138 and security helpline 182 Indian Railways provided the All India Helpline Number ‘138’ for passengers, as an interface for queries/complaints related to medical emergency, cleanliness, food & catering, coach maintenance, linen etc. A security helpline ‘182’has also been launched to report any unsavory incidents. This service is very important public service and may play an important role in emergencies like crime against women, onboard unlawful activity, train accidents, medical attention required and fire etc. These helpline numbers viz.138&182 and existing 139 are now to be printed on the tickets for the convenience of passengers. Launching of e-catering service in trainsThe Ministry of Railways is providing e-catering service in trains through its PSU, Indian Railways Catering &Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). This is a service where a passenger is able to place an order for a meal, to be served at his seat in the train enroute, through a phone call or an SMS. Presently this service is available in 120 pairs of trains. Go-India Smart cardGo-India’ smart card scheme has been launched on pilot basis on two sectors i.e. New Delhi-Mumbai and New Delhi-Howrah. At present, the Go-India smart card enables passengers to pay for reserved and unreserved tickets. The scheme is intended to reduce the transaction time at the booking counters for the convenience of passengers as it facilitates cashless transaction.Introduction of Next Generation e-ticketing systemNext generation E-ticketing system introduced, which can book 7200 online tickets instead of 2000 tickets per minute and to attend 2,00,000 enquiries instead of 50000 per minute. SMS Alerts to passengersIndian Railways added another milestone by launching yet another innovative scheme called the ‘SMS Gateway’, which will enable passengers to get SMS alerts on the status of reserved tickets. Moreover SMS alerts giving wakeup calls has also been introduced. Mobile security App.for womenMobile app for security of women has been launched in Mumbai suburban trains.This is the first phase and it will be extended in other areas in a phased manner. Yatri Ticket Sewa Kendra schemeA new scheme called the Yatri Ticket Sewa Kendra (YTSK) Scheme has been launched. Under this scheme, agents of Indian Railways can operate ticketing terminals at various locations in the cities and towns for issuing reserved tickets and unreserved tickets. This will offer greater convenience to passengers in getting rail tickets. Adarsh StationThe scheme of Adarsh stations for better amennities has been introduced in the year 2009. Under this scheme, 1052 stations have been selected for development as Adarsh Station upto 2013-14. 108 stations have been developed under the scheme during 2014-15, as such a total of 934 stations have been developed as ‘Adarsh’ station so far. Pilgrim special tourist trainsWith a view to promote rail tourism in the country and to provide reasonably priced tourism package to tourists, especially the pilgrims in the country, India Railways through its PSU IRCTC has launched six pilgrim special tourist train packages in the first phase. The tourist packages are; Sukhamngalam Yatra, Dham special with Dakshin Darshan via Lucknow, Dham special with Dakshin Darshan via Jaipur, Shikharji Circuit Yatra, Jyotirling Yatra, and Takht Parikrama. Braille Signages on coachesFor the help of visually impaired passengers, Indian Railways has taken the initiative of providing Braille signages on coaches. CCTV on coaches In order to improve security measures on trains and especially for women passengers, it has been decided to provide CCTV cameras on coaches especially in ladies compartments in doorway and aisle area without infringing on the privacy. Waiting chairs/benches etc. under MPLAD Scheme Guidelines issue for installations of chairs/benches/overhead sheds at stations under Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme(MPLAD).Comprehensive guidelines have been issued for improvement of passenger amenities at stations through NGOs, Trusts, Corporate etc. R.O. drinking water at stations Provision of Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) drinking water units at selection stations on experimental basis has been planned. To begin with, eight stations namely, Madurai, Gadag, Tirupati, Guwahati Dwarka, H.Nizammudin, Patna & Bhopal were identified for provision of R.O. drinking water units. While R.O. drinking water units have already been commissioned at Dwarka, Gadag, H.Nizammudin, Katihar (in lieu of Guwahati), Madurai and Tirupati stations R.O. units at Patna & Bhopal are planned to be commissioned shortly.This will help provide safe drinking water to passengers. Seperate Food safety officer in every division With a view to ensure better quality check on the food installations in Railway, it has been decided to appoint one Food Safety Officer in every Division of the Railways. Earlier a Food Safety Officer was entrusted with more than one Division which was causing difficulty in ensuring proper supervision.DIGITAL INDIA INITIATIVE Launching of a ‘Customer Complaint Web Portal’ A ‘Customer Complaint Web Portal and Mobile Application’ (android/windows based mobile App), was launched. One can track the status of the complaints which he or she registered on this portal with the help of mobile App. Feedback can also be given on this portal. This will help in faster redressal of passenger grievances. ‘Operation Five Minutes’ –Paperless Unreserved TicketingFulfilling yet another commitment of the Railway Budget 2015-16, the Minister of Railways launched Mobile Application for Paperless Unreserved Ticketing on pilot basis on Egmore –Tambaram Suburban Section of Chennai. This initiative is part of Indian Railways effort to help passengers purchase the unreserved tickets within five minutes under its ‘Operation five minutes programme’. This will allow the passenger to buy a ticket on the move and allow him or her to board the train with the ticket secured on his or her mobile phone, without any need for printing the ticket.‘E-Samiksha’ for Implementation MonitoringIn yet another milestone initiative for ensuring timely implementation of budget proposals, a special portal called ‘E-Samiksha’, has been launched for monitoring the implementation of budget announcements/commitments .This portal would help to keep an eye on the implementation of budget process. Facility of ‘Wi-Fi’ services on Railway stations Indian Railways is providing the Wi-Fi Broadband Services at several stations which include Bangaluru, Secunderabad, Mumbai CST, Agra, Varanasi, Hawrah, Chennai, Ahmdabad. The Wi-Fi project on Indian Railways is being executed by RailTel, a Public Sector Undertaking of the Ministry of Railways. Wi-Fi facility is available to the users free of cost initially for a period of 30 minutes by registering on the Wi-Fi network through their mobile phones. The facility of Wi-Fi will be extended to other stations in a phased manner. Introduction of e-demand system With the release of this module, customers can sit in the convenience of their homes or offices and register their freight demands. Railways’ Social Media platform To keep pace with the modern means of internet media, Indian Railways launched its three social media platforms namely Facebook, Twitter and You Tube with the URL @railminindia. Railway Budget was for the first time live streamed on social media platforms. Online suggestions and feedback can also be made on these social media platforms. SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT MoU signed for highest ever funding for Railways In a landmark achievement, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Ministry of Railways and Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) for highest ever funding of Rs. 1.5 lakh crore for Railways. This move will ultimately help railways growth through augmentation of its financial resources. Interim Report of HLRRC submitted to Railway Board Interim Report of High Level Railway Restructuring Committee (HLRCC) headed by Dr. Bibek Debroy has been submitted to the Railway Board.The report has also been put on the Ministry’s website for inviting suggestions and comments. This committee was constituted with an aim to find out ways to mobilise resources for major railway projects and restructuring of railways. Delegating more power to Zonal Railways With an aim to fast track decision making and bring in transparency full powers have been delegated to General Manages and Director Generals as tender authority . All the cases for acceptance of Works and Stores tenders, will now be dealt with and finalized by Zonal Railways and Production Units.Scope of e-tendering is being expanded for increased transparency and procurement. Saving of energy To reduce cost of Electrical energy being used for traction, procurement through open market is being done.Power Purchase Agreement between DVC and North Central railway for supply of 50MW power has already been signed.Saving for the month of March 2015 alone is Rs 10 Crore approx.A web based electrical energy management system called RailSaver has been launched which will help save upto 15% energy by 2020. Logistic Hubs on National Waterways A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWA) and the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) for creation of logistic hubs with rail connectivity at Varanasi and other places on National Waterways. Alternative Energy Resources Solar Plants of 2 MW at RCF, Raebareli and 1 MW at Katra Railway station have been commissioned.Target of commissioning 6.5 MW Solar Power plants in year 2015-16. A 30 KW Solar Plant has been commissioned at roof top Rail Bhawan at New Delhi. Solar plants at other Railway buildings are proposed to be installed in future. Target for commissioning of 25 MW Wind Energy Plant at Jaisalmer in 2015-16. Ratan Tata as Head of ‘Kayakalp’ Council Taking immediate follow up action in implementing the Budget announcement, Railways constituted the ‘Kayakalp’ Council and appointed Shri Ratan Tata to head this Council. The purpose of the Council is to recommend innovative methods and processes for the improvement, betterment and transformation of the Indian Railways. MOU with National Institute of Design Adding yet another milestone by fulfilling another commitment announced in the Railway Budget 2015-16, the Indian Railway signed an MoU to set up its own Railway Design Centre in the campus of National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmadabad. This will help improve customer’s happiness by way of better designed coaches and providing cost effective solutions to problems faced by passengers during train travel. White paper and vision 2030 documentMinister of Railways released White Paper on Railways in the parliament with a view to understand the challenges that the organization is presently facing. Ministry of Railways is now working on the vision 2030 document on Railways which will contain a blueprint for the future development of the Indian Railways. Task forces and Experts’ committeesSeveral task forces and committees of experts constituted for focussed attention on areas like revenue mobilization through advertising, improving financial health of railways, restructuring delegation of powers, productivity enhancement, etc. The various committees have roped in experts like E Shreedhran, former CAG Vinod Rai, economist Bibek Debroy and noted industrialist Ratan Tata to improve the Railways and bring in innovative ideas and solutions.Better training of Railway PersonnelAcademic Services Agreement has been signed with Beijing Jiao Tong University, China for training of 100 officers of various departments in Heavy Haul Technology. ‘Indian Railways Chair for Sustainable Mobility’ has been set up at TERI University, New Delhi. Modules on gender sensitization of Railway personnel have been introduced in centralized training institutes.Centre for Railway Research set up at Mumbai UniversityRailway Ministry and Mumbai University signed an MoU to set up a Centre for Railway Research (CRR) at University of Mumbai in order to develop a long-term frame work for research collaboration. Leveraging of space for advertisingWith a view to generate additional revenue, RITES,a public sector undertaking of Ministry of Railways prepared a Concept Note, indicating ways and means for leveraging of space in coaches, wagons, trains, railway stations etc. for advertisements, publicity and other purposes. Now, six-member task force headed by Member Traffic Railway Board has been set up to examine and implement this project.INFRASTRUCTURECritical coal connectivity projects fasttracked Transportation of coal is an important activity of Indian Railways and is very crucial for the country’s power supply system. Critical Coal connectivity projects in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Orissa are being fast tracked. MOU has been signed with Ministry of Coal and Government of Odisha. Another MOU with Government of Jharkhand is in the offing. Redevelopment of Railway Stations Railway Ministry has now decided to offer Railway Stations for redevelopment on ‘as is where is’ basis, by inviting open bids from interested parties with their designs and business ideas duly providing for amenities and other requirements of the Railways. The Process for redevelopment of stations, already indentified viz. Anand Vihar, Bijwasan, Chandigarh, Shivaji Nagar & Habibganj by Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation Ltd. (IRSDC) is continuing. Progress On Dedicated Freight Corridor Project Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight corridors are being developed for smooth and fast transportation of freight. Loan for Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (Phase 2) for US $ 1100 million approved by the World Bank on 22.04.14, has been signed on 11th November 2014. Electrification contract for 945 km of Western DFC has been awarded on 18.11.2014. FDI and PPP in RailwaysCabinet approved 100% FDI in identified areas of Railway sector.Ministry of Railways has formulated sectoral guidelines on FDI.Investor’s meet was held to explain FDI to investors.More meets planned in future. High level committee set up to discuss FDI and PPP issues. Ministry of Railways has also issued Model Concession Agreement for Non Governmental Railway model, joint venture model and Built, Operate and Transfer (BOT) model. During the period , approvals were also given for port connectivity PPP projects viz. Roha-Dighi newline and Digni-Jaigarh port newline. In addition in principle approval for two more port connectivity projects viz. Chhara port and Nargol port has been given.New Rail Neer Plant in Mumbai inaugurated A new Rail Neer plant has been set up at Ambernath (Mumbai) by Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), a Public Sector Undertaking of Ministry of Railways, the production capacity of this plant will be 2 lakh liters per day, This will improve availability of safe Packaged Drinking Water (PDW). Laying of Opticle Fibre Cable on Railway Network A total number of 1,329 route kilometres OFC has been laid. Cumulatively, 48,179 route kilometers (approx.) OFC has been commissioned over Indian .It will enable high speed internet connectivity and video conferencing facility. New lines and electrificationIn 2014-15, 1983 km of railway lines have been commissioned. This is the highest ever. In 2014-15, 1375 km of railway electrification completed. This is the highest ever. SAFETY Geo-spatial technologies for unmanned level crossings In a signNow move to make Unmanned Level Crossings (UMLCs) safer for road users thereby avoiding accidents thereat, Geo-spatial technologies are proposed to be used with the help of ISRO. Under such technologies which combine Global Positioning System(GPS), Geographic Information System(GIS) and Remote Sensing, an alert message will be flashed automatically in the mobile phones of all the road users carrying GPS enabled mobile phones in the vicinity of an Unmanned Level Crossing, about the approaching train. This will save many lives as many fatal accidents occur at unmanned level crossing. Quick evacuation of injured persons from tracks Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are being put in place regarding quick evacuation of the injured persons from the railway track so that human lives are saved. MoU on construction of ROBs/RUBs In a move to further enhance safety of road users, Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Road Transport & Highways signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on policy related to constructions of Road Over Bridges and Road Under Bridges on National Highway corridors. MAKE IN INDIA Expansion project of DLW factory The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the commencement of Expansion Project of Diesel Locomotive Works (DLW), a production unit of Indian Railways at Varanasi on some of the features of the expansion plan are; a new block shop, loco frame shop and loco assembly shop, new plant shop having advanced paint booths, induction of high productivity machines and generation of 250 kw Green Power by roof mounted grid connected solar power plant. The project will herald the ‘Make in India’ campaign in the holy city, Varanasi.Ministry of Railway also successfully floated RFP for state of the Art Electro Loco Factory at Madhepura and Diesel Loco Factory at Marhowra. Again RFP were issued for manufacturing 9000 HP electric locos for western DFC. Locos will be manufactured at Dankuni and Technology will be transferred to CLW, Chittanranjan. New production unitsRail Wheel Plan, Bela commissioned and regular production started.2nd unit for manufacture of LHB coaches fit to run at 160kmph made functional at Integral Coach Factory, Chennai.DEMU factory Haldia commissioned.Mid-life Rehabilitation Workshop for coaches at Jhansi completed.New Loco and New Green Train5500 HP Diesel Locomotive introduced in Indian Railway System which is the highest horse power Diesel Engine.First “Green” DEMU rail introduced on Northern Railway to run between Rewari-Rohtak Section. HIGH SPEED PROJECTS Status of Railways Semi High Speed Projects Indian Railways is working on increasing speed of trains raising it to 160kmph/200 kmph referred as Semi-High speed. It has identified nine corridors for this purpose. Trial run in Delhi-Agra corridor successfully completed for running trains at semi-high speed of 160 km. per hour. The commercial services will be started after obtaining the CRS sanction. The feasibility study for semi high speed on Chennai-Bangaluru-Mysore Corridor is being taken up by Chinese Railways. Feasibility study for New Delhi-Chandigarh Corridor to be undertaken with French Railway. Discussions are on with Germany for undertaking feasibility study of Nagpur-Secunderabad Corridor. 5 other identified corridors under examination for semi high speed trains. Mumbai-Ahemdabad High Speed Bullet train project Ministry of Railways took steps for introduction of High Speed Bullet Trains(300+kmph) in the country on Mumbai-Ahmadabad corridor. It is part of the Ministry’s ambitious plan to have Diamond Quadrilateral network of High Speed Rail connecting major metros and growth centers of the country. French Railway submitted business model study of this corridor. The interim report of feasibility study being undertaken by Japan has been received and final report is expected in June, 2015. One new route between New Delhi and Chennai has been identified for introducing bullet train and China has been entrusted with the task of undertaking feasibility study of this line. JAMMU & KASHMIR AND NORTH EASTOpening of Lumding-Silchar broad gauge section The much awaited Lumding-Silchar Broad Gauge section (Assam) inaugurated with the running of goods trains. The passenger train services will be started soon on this section. This line will provide seamless BG connectivity to Barak Valley of Assam with the rest of the Country.it Musica Country,Free Country Music WebRadio Online! is a very crucial rail link for the N.E region. First train to Meghalaya In an important event in the history of Railways, one more north-eastern state namely Meghalaya was brought on country’s railway map. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagged off the first ever train from Guwahati to Medipathar in Meghalaya to mark this feat. Foundation stone for rail link to Mizoram’s capital To further boost the development of rail link in North Eastern region, the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation for a new rail route from Bhairabi to Sairang in Mizoram. It will take rail connectivity to Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram Katra comes on country’s railway map In another landmark engineering marvel, Indian Railways completed Udhampur-Katra Broad gauge line in the State of Jammu and Kashmir. Prime Minister dedicated this line to the nation at a programme held at Katra.This line has brought Katra on country’s railway map consequently bringing Jammu & Kashmir Valley nearer to the rest of the nation . Railways help during J&K floodsIndian Railways geared up its machinery to provide all possible help to the travelling public in the wake of unprecedented flood in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Railways arranged transport of relief material free of charge by coaching trains to Jammu Tawi and Udhampur from any station of India. Railways made about 4 lakh Rail Neer drinking water bottles available for flood affected people of J&K.North-eastern tour package for college students An education train ‘Gyanodaya Express’ – a tour package for the students of Delhi University to visit North east states, was flagged off from Delhi . It will help the students to connect with NE region . SWACHH BHARAT ABHIYAANNation wide Action PlanIndian Railways is implementing PMs nationwide campaign of Swachch Bharat Abhiyan in true letter and spirit.Separate Directorate for Environment and Housekeeping created. This Directorate will address all environment and housekeeping related issues over Railways.Detailed action plan on cleanliness prepared has been prepared and an Integrated Policy of cleanliness in Stations, Platforms and Coaches is under formulation.50 major stations outsourced for international level cleanliness. Setting up of mechanised laundries Mechanised laundries at 6 new locations have been set up to improve the quality of linen being supplied to AC class passengers. With this Indian Railway now have 33 such mechanized laundries. Dustbins on all the coaches: Dustbins on trains were hitherto being provided mainly on AC coaches. Now dustbins will be provided in all the coaches including non AC coaches. On Board Housekeeping services scheme: An additional 83 no. of trains have been covered under OBHS scheme taking total coverage to around 500 trains. Under this scheme ,cleanliness is maintained during run of the train. Installation of more Bio-Toilets in coachesMore than 10159 Bio-toilets have been fitted till March, 2015 and target set for 2015-16 is fitment of 17,000 bio-toilets. These toilets use bacterial action to convert human waste into water and gas. HELPING FARMERS AND RURAL PEOPLE First ever Perishable Cargo Centre set up The first ever Perishable Cargo Centre of Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) (a Railway PSU) at Adarsh Nagar station near Azadpur Sabzi Mandi, Delhi, was inaugurated. This perishable cargo centre will help farmers and consumers in a big way and the ripening of fruits and cold storage facilities at this cargo centre will help the farmers get a good price and good market for their product. Skill development activities in railway premises Indian Railways has around 8000 stations and premises of some of the railway stations with very few trains and scanty footfall would be used for skill development activities. It will help rural people substantially.The skill development programme has been emphasized by the Hon’ble Prime Minister for the benefit of the people. Promoting Rural Products Railways will also help in marketing rural products made by self help groups and other such agencies so as to help common rural people. The Konkani-cuisine restaurant “Konkan Swaad Katta’ recently set up at Ratnagiri station in Konkan Railway is a step in this direction to encourage traditional businesses and local talent as well as help the financial empowerment of local people and at the same time passengers getting taste traditional dishes. INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION MoU with China in technical cooperation in RailwaysA Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and an Action Plan were signed between the Government of India and People’s Republic of China in enhancing Technical Cooperation in Railway Sector, at delegation level talks between the two countries on 18th September 2014. The potential cooperation areas mentioned in the MoU are; i) Training in heavy haul freight transportation, ii) Raising of speed of trains on existing routes, iii) Station redevelopment, iv) High speed rail and v) Setting up of Railway University. MoU on cooperation with Republic of Korea Indian Railways and Republic of Korea signed a MoU on Technical Cooperation In the Rail Sector. The MoU would enable technical assistance and cooperation between the Railways of the two countries on areas such as High Speed Rail, Modernisation of Rolling Stock, Railway Operations, Modernisation of Signalling, Construction & Maintenance technologies and in development of Logistics Parks/Terminals. Cooperation with Czech Republic MoU has also been signed with Czech Republic for technical assistance in Railway sector. The potential cooperation areas mentioned in the MoU are Freight operations- Logistics of automotive transport, Passenger operations – raising of speeds upto 200 kmph; Infrastructure building and management – station development and workshop modernization; Information & communication technologies especially for passenger amenities ; Modernisation of rolling stock; Modernisation of signalling & telecom etc. Cooperation with Austria The 2nd Indo-Austrian Joint Working Group meeting on the Technology Specific Cooperation in the field of Railways was organized on 9.9.2014. Cooperation among SAARC nations Ministry of Railways hosted the 5th meeting of the SAARC Inter governmental Group on Transport on 30thSeptember,2014 at Vigyan Bhawan ,New Delhi,The meeting was attended by all the SAARC member countries. Relief during Nepal earthquake During the Nepal earthquake crisis, Railways made available to Nepal about 4 lakh Rail Neer drinking water bottles. Railways also made available to earthquake victims the facility of the Railways hospitals situated in the border towns. Railways also facilitated travel of earthquake victims. IMPROVED PERFORMANCE Increase in Railways’ revenue earnings The total approximate earnings of Indian Railways on originating basis during the financial year 2014-15 (1st April 2014 to 31st March 2015) were Rs. 157880.50 crore compared to Rs. 140761.27 crore during the same period last year, registering an increase of 12.16 per cent. Improved Freight loading Indian Railways carried 1097.57 million tonnes of revenue earning freight traffic during the financial year 2014-15 i.e. from 1st April 2014 to 31st March 2015. The freight carried shows an increase of 44.02 million tonnes over the freight traffic of 1053.55 million tonnes actually carried during the corresponding period last year, registering an increase of 4.18 per cent.MISCELLANEOUS Pathbreaking Railway Budget Railway Budget 2015-16 was completely depoliticized making it a long term perspective document.The thrust areas identified in the budget include Quality of life in journeys, station redevelopment, capacity augmentation, safety, technology upgradation, partnerships for development, improvements to management processes and systems, resource mobilization, human resources, energy and sustainability, transparency and governance initiatives.28 announcements made in the Budget speech already implemented. Railways players bring laurel to the nation Railway sportspersons as a part of Indian contingent at recently concluded Commonwealth Games-2014, (CWG) at Glasgow, Scotland, again brought glory to the nation by bagging 9 medals out of total 64 medals won by India. Renovation of National Rail Museum A big renovation exercise was undertaken in National Railways Museum, Delhi. Musical Fountain, Toy Train and Renovated Exhibits have been added at the Museum.
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The only place I found information about this was in the State University's "Electronic Security (CEC) Course". It is not a prerequisite, so the only thing you need to do is read the entire class description and then just start working on getting the software, which is freely released, on your phone. If you are a student with an iPhone, just scroll to Chapter 3 and start doing stuff. There are a lot of cool apps for this.
Why is it a big deal to have an "electronic signature" on my files?
In the world of digital signatures, it is the most important thing.
For an image, you do this by signing it with an image signature.
What is an image signature?
You can imagine your document as a digital signature, but it's made by signing an image with an image.
This method is used by the federal government when they print out documents and when they scan documents to keep them in digital form. In general, any digital information, from your passport to a document in the state DMV, is an image signature.
So, let's say that I have a document I scanned that says "The State of New York Department of Transportation" and I want people to know that it is an actual document that contains my name, my signature, and my image. How do I do this?
You can use an image signature on your scanned document.
If you don't have an image to use, you can use "Digital signature" to use the same image. You just need to sign off using your name, your signature, and the image on your document.
So, ho...
How to enable setting to sign in pdf?
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Rishabh
Hi everyone,I have installed the Adobe Reader on my PC and I want to enable signing in there is no option for enabling or not enabling this feature. I want to know what is the best way to enable it? ,Rishabh
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