National Internet Exchange of India(NIXI) introducing Internet Exchanges in

 National Internet Exchange of India(NIXI) introducing Internet Exchanges in Durgapur and Bardhaman to improve the quality of Internet and Broadband services in West Bengal and nearby regions

Taking Digital opportunities to tier 2 / 3 cities is an article of faith for Narendra Modi Government : Rajeev Chandrasekhar

  

In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Digital India vision to connect every Indian with an open, safe, trusted and accountable internet, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar- Minister of State, Electronics and Information Technology, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India in presence of Shri S S Ahluwalia, Member of Parliament Bardhaman-Durgapur Lok Sabha will be inaugurating two new Internet Exchange points (IXP) of NIXI at Durgapur and Vardhman. It’s an initiative under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) vision of 1000 days.

 

The first Internet Exchange in the state of Kolkata is also run by the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI). It is now expanding its footprint in the state by launching the two new Internet Exchange Points at Durgapur and Bardhaman. The inauguration will be at The Citi Residenci, City Centre, Durgapur.

 

The launch of these new NIXI internet exchanges in state will contribute to the enhancement and improvement of Internet and Broadband services at local level and in neighbouring regions. The internet service providers connecting at these points will benefit as their broadband services to their end users will improve, bringing about a change in the lives of the people of the region. Opening of these new IXPs will benefit every sector of the state ranging from health, education, agriculture, startup, ecosystem to MSMEs & other business verticals. Accessibility and convenience will increase for citizens in terms of availing government benefits and improving quality of life. The 2 new Internet Exchange nodes from NIXI are certain to boost the state’s Internet ecology.

 

In order to improve the overall Indian internet ecosystem and give internet users access to it at a low cost with improved speed, NIXI plans to install such internet exchanges in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities in the near future. All Internet Service Providers are invited by NIXI to establish peering at any of its nodes and support the domestic Internet ecosystem. Taking Digital opportunities to tier 2 / 3 cities is an article of faith for Narendra Modi Government. It is our duty to ensure that the power of internet empowers all with an approach - ‘No one is left Behind’, said Rajeev Chandrasekhar in a statement issued through a release.

West Bengal gets Internet Exchange Points at Durgapur and Bardhaman

West Bengal gets Internet Exchange Points at Durgapur and Bardhaman

Internet has become a lifeline for economic activities and for availing various services Online :
Rajeev Chandrasekhar

7 years of Digital India has witnessed a transition from India being primarily a Technology consumer Nation to a Trusted Technology Partner to the World, Making in India - for the World : Rajeev Chandrasekhar

10 JULY 2022 :Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar- Minister of State, Electronics and Information Technology, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India in august presence of Shri S S Ahluwalia, Member of Parliament Bardhaman-Durgapur Lok Sabha inaugurated two new Internet Exchange points (IXP) of NIXI at Durgapur and Bardhman on 10th of July 2022. 

 

The launch of these Internet exchanges is under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Digital India vision to connect every Indian with open, safe & trusted and accountable internet and Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s (MeitY) vision 1000 days.

The launch event was graced by several guests including Mayor of Durgapur Anindita Mukherjee, Shri Pradip Kr. Mazumder, MLA Durgapur Purba, Shri Lakshman Chandra Ghorui, MLA Durgapur Paschim and Shri Khokan Das MLA BardhamanDakshin and Shri Paresh Chandra Sarkar, Mayor of Bardhaman, members of Chamber of Commerce and representatives of Civil Society.

Internet exchanges in states are expected to contribute to the enhancement and improvement of Internet and Broadband services in West Bengal and neighbouring regions, ISPs will benefit with improved internet services offered by them to its end users, bringing about a change in the lives of the people.

Commenting on the launch the Chief Guest Rajeev Chandrasekhar said,“ Internet today has become a lifeline for all economic activities. It is essential to access a host of services both public and private, available online. The internet exchanges will ensure a better internet experience for the Digital Nagriks of West Bengal”.

Speaking on the 7 years of Digital India programme started by the Narendra Modi Government in 2015, the Minister added “I was in the audience when PM Narendra Modi launched Digital India Programme. With almost 3 decades of experience in technology, even I had no idea that India would travel so far and emerge as a Digital Powerhouse. When I built India’s largest cellular network way back in 1990’s, we imported almost every equipment from abroad. Today, as we are about to launch the 5 G network, we have developed indigenous capabilities to design and manufacturing majority of components in India. We have transitioned from Tech consumer to a trusted technology partner of the world making in India for the world.”

Member of Lok Sabha Shri S S Ahluwalia said, “The Internet today is the backbone of a community - connecting people with not just businesses and services, but to each other.I am proud to be part inauguration of the twin Internet eXchanges at Bardhaman and Durgapur today by NIXI alongwith the Hon’ble MLA for Durgapur Shri LakshmanGhorui and  am thankful to the Hon'ble Minister of State, MeitY Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar for helping me keep my word to the people of the constituency, of ensuring that the Digital India that our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji dreamt of comes to fruition for all of us and especially the people of this region of the Nation.

Our Honble PM Shri Narendra Modi envisioned Digital India as a India where every citizen is connected - enabling them to access the Government anytime, anywhere, and giving them access to opportunities for Education, Skill Development, and Employment as well as Entrepreneurship,

Our Government’s initiatives towards ensuring that we bridge the 'Digital divide' and ensure that our Nation's people, placed even in the farthest corner of our land, are not only enabled, but empowered too, coupled with the guiding motto given by the Hon'ble PM, SabkaSaath, SabkaVikaas, SabkhaVishwaas and SabkaPrayaas, shall continue to drive us, and especially in the momentous era where we celebrate our  'AzadiKaAmritMahotsav', shall ensure our Nations place in the Global landscape for the decades to come”.

This festive season Flipkart and Paytm partner to

This festive season, Flipkart and Paytm partner to provide
a cracking offer to customers

• Enables customers to pay through their Paytm Wallet and Paytm UPI on Flipkart
• Shoppers can avail assured cashback on Paytm Wallet & UPI transactions

Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace has today announced its partnership with Paytm, India’s leading digital financial services platform, to provide customers a slew of offers and benefits as they prepare their wish lists for this festive season. This partnership will enable millions of Paytm users to conveniently pay through their Paytm Wallet and Paytm UPI while shopping on Flipkart during The Big Billion Days.

From an experience point of view, paying with wallet balance will be the fastest way for Paytm users to checkout during The Big Billion Days Sale, making sure they don’t miss out on flash sales & limited stocks. In addition, Flipkart customers will enjoy instant cashback to their Paytm wallets.

Digitization of payments in India has witnessed a rapid uptick with new internet users embracing digital methods for their everyday payments. The Digital India mission requires the collective responsibility of homegrown players to build interconnected business ecosystems. Flipkart has a strong understanding of Indian customers and has been actively working towards building credit and payment offerings on its platform, in order to drive customers to digital modes at their own convenience. Customers, while transacting on e-commerce, are offered various payment modes at checkout.

Paytm is India's champion of technology enterprises that are committed to providing innovative solutions to the masses. The addition of Paytm’s Wallet and Paytm UPI offers a seamless one-click checkout experience to Flipkart shoppers during their purchase on the e-commerce app. This partnership is well-aligned with Flipkart's preparation ahead of the upcoming festival where it sees a huge surge in the orders across the country.

Commenting on the partnership, Ranjith Boyanapalli, Head - Fintech and Payments Group, Flipkart, said, “Our partnership with Paytm showcases our commitment to make digital payment solutions customer-centric and inclusive, democratizing digital payments for all. This festive season millions of Paytm users across the country will have access to their wallets & UPI on Flipkart. With just one click customers can avail great value during flash sales this Big Billion Days as they continue to stay indoors and adopt safe payment methods. Digital payments, including UPI, continue gaining prominence in India and at Flipkart, we have always believed that digital adoption will help India get economically stronger.”

Madhur Deora, President - Paytm said, "It is great to see two technology companies collaborating to offer seamless shopping and payment experience. Flipkart has championed eCommerce in India, and together we aim to replace cash on delivery with digital payments via Paytm Wallet and Paytm Bank account. Our aim is to empower millions of Indians with innovative solutions that would play a key role in building Atmanirbhar Bharat. Paytm is a pioneer of the digital payment ecosystem and our efforts have started reflecting in the strong adoption among small cities and towns."

According to new data by the RBI, the total number of digital transactions in India, that are processed via any electronic mode, be it UPI, IMPS, debit and credit cards, etc., is expected to reach a daily average of 1.5 billion in the next 5 years. Consequently, the net value of digital payments in India will also increase from its current value of Rs. 5 trillion to Rs. 15 trillion by 2025. Partnerships such as this will further boost the uptake of digital transactions as India continues to stay indoors and maintain social distancing.

 

OPPO India Enriches Customer Experience Through

OPPO India Enriches Customer Experience Through Paperless Governance

~OPPO Is the First Smartphone Brand to Share Digital Work Orders at their Service Centres~

~An effort to reduce paper consumption by upto 80%~

In an effort to meet the ever-evolving needs of customers and empowering them with ease and convenience, OPPO India today announced its ‘Go Green Go Digital’ initiative.

Aligning with the government's Digital India initiative, OPPO has introduced digital invoices for their customers across service centres in the country. Under this, all the OPPO service centres will share repair invoices with customers through WhatsApp Broadcast. OPPO will be the first smartphone brand to go paperless in their service centres and the initiative has been implemented beginning the 17th August 2020. The paperless initiative by OPPO comes at a time when the world is fighting against a global pandemic, and social distancing has emerged as a powerful tool in the same.

When a customer visits any OPPO service centre for repairs/purchase, a work order/invoice is shared with them, that includes the details of the customer and the issue with the device. Now, they will receive the same work order and invoice through WhatsApp. The customers who do not use the messaging app can also choose to receive the same via SMS/Email. The multiple notification platforms ensure that all consumers have easy access to the work order.

OPPO has more than 500 exclusive service centres in 476 Indian cities. The brand also introduced a dedicated AI powered Chatbot called ‘Ollie’ that is available 24X7 for consumers to resolve 94.5% of their queries. Customers could also connect with an executive via WhatsApp. The brand offers customer Service in 9 languages and has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Google Reviews making it number one across 200 cities.

TransUnion CIBIL Partners with

TransUnion CIBIL Partners with Digital India’s Common Services Centres to Drive Financial inclusion through easy access to CIBIL Score

Initiative to reach millions of consumers to create credit awareness and improve their credit profile through 3.61 lakh Consumer Service Centre outlets

In order to reassert its commitment towards driving credit education and financial inclusion across the country, TransUnion CIBIL has partnered with Common Service Centres (CSCs) to assist consumers in getting easy access to their CIBIL Score and Credit Report. The CSCs are a special purpose vehicle of the Ministry of Electronics and IT, and are an initiative under the Government of India’s Digital India Flagship platform designed to drive a socially, financially and digitally inclusive society.

Whether it’s their health, financial well-being or changes in day-to-day living, many people in India have already been dramatically affected by COVID-19. It’s important that businesses and consumers are able to continue to transact with confidence while accessing credit for fulfilling their financial requirements. Consumer awareness on how to manage credit and enable easier and faster access to finance is now more important than ever.

Empowering consumers across India to transact with confidence

With this partnership, consumers will be able to access their CIBIL Score and Credit Report from over 3.61 lakh CSC outlets nationally. People can request their CIBIL Score and report by visiting the Village Level Entrepreneurs (known as VLEs) close to their location and following authentication through the established Aadhar and biometric check, they can view their CIBIL Score and Credit Report.  These centres will also provide guidance and education to consumers on the details of their CIBIL Score and Credit Report and how to maintain credit discipline in order to access credit opportunities.

Speaking on the objective of this collaboration, the Managing Director and CEO of TransUnion CIBIL, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, said: “As consumers look to secure funds to bridge any personal finance gap due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, awareness of the importance of their CIBIL Score and credit history is vital for accessing credit opportunities quickly and easily.  Through this collaboration with CSCs, we are reaching out to regional and rural consumers across our country to provide them with digital access to their credit score and report, enabling them to apply for credit and transact with confidence.”

Highlighting the benefits of this collaboration, Mr. Kumar added: “As several credit institutions now offer better terms and conditions to consumers with a higher CIBIL score, education and awareness about it can also help consumers access loans at a more competitive rate of interest.  Moreover, this initiative paves the way for greater consumer empowerment by ensuring that their credit information is accurate and that they are reliably and safely represented in the marketplace.”

Speaking about the partnership, Dr. Dinesh Tyagi, CEO, CSC SPV said, “We are happy to collaborate with TransUnion CIBIL in this venture to help rural citizens get their CIBIL Scores and Reports seamlessly. Citizens in rural communities may lack awareness about the importance of CIBIL Score and towards availing credit opportunities easily and at better terms and conditions. A good credit score can be used by them to bargain for a better interest rate. CSC will help citizens know their CIBIL Score, check eligibility for loan and negotiate better interest rates.”

“CSC also functions as Banking Facilitators for Banks and this will help connect them with consumers to whom the banks can sanction loans quickly. This will help a large number of SMEs in rural India to get loans easily and quickly. This facility will be of mutual benefit for CSC and Banks focused on extending credit facilities to rural citizens,” he added.  

Consumers can approach CSCs for their CIBIL Score and Report from 13^th July, 2020 onwards.

The CIBIL Score is a 3-digit numeric summary of a consumer’s CIBIL Report ranging from 300 to 900. It is a reflection of a consumer’s credit profile, and one of the things that lenders check before approving a credit application. The closer a consumer’s score is to 900, the higher are the chances of a credit card or loan application getting approved, thus making the CIBIL Score and Report key factors in the underwriting process and in determining a consumer’s access to credit. 

>> Learn more about the CIBIL Score and Report at www.cibil.com

>> Learn more about CSCs at the Digitize India platform