Padhaaro is the first “welcome visitor” program of its kind in India. We had friendly exchanges with people around the world and realized that India suffered from an image problem: almost everyone we spoke to wanted to visit India, but thought the cities were too unsafe, diverse, and tough to roam around freely. We wanted the world to know India as we do: a great nation with diverse cultures, religious places to visit, fun places to dine, and friendly residents who go out of their way to make an out-of-towner feel welcome.

And hence, few of us grouped together, researched a bit about other similar services existing across the globe, got inspired by those successful models, and here we are! .. a group of young, passionate travel enthusiasts who are slowly trying to change the way tourists experience India.

Do you love India? Then why not help visitors love it too?

If you love India, enjoy meeting people from around the world and would like to share with visitors India known only to Indians, Padhaaro has just the volunteer opportunity for you!

Many first-time and even repeat visitors to our country are intimidated by its size and you would be the one helping them with all their queries.

What Makes You A Padhaaro Greeter:
• A Greeter (Volunteer) takes a visitor on an informal, unscripted walk through neighborhoods the Greeter knows well.
• Greeters share personal stories and favorite spots.
• Your knowledge of any ethnic areas and off the beaten track neighborhoods is a plus.
• Knowledge of foreign languages is helpful.

For more information: http://www.padhaaro.com/

Volunteer Application form: http://www.padhaaro.com/volunteer-application/

• Shaastra Impact
• Design and Build
• Coding
• Involve
• Department Flagship Challenges
• Spotlights
• Exhibitions
• Quizzes
• Online events
• Aerofest
• Workshops

Submit your idea and present it to Rio+20 leaders!The team invites youth of the world to contribute new ideas for the youth submission into the Rio+20 process through this site – and comment/vote on existing ones. The author of the idea with the most votes will win an all-expenses-paid trip to Rio or New York to present the youth statement to the leaders of the Rio+20 process.

Also, when you have finished, get active! Join thousands of youth around the world on the Road to Rio+20, the global youth mobilization towards the UN summit: http://roadtorioplus20.org/

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: 04 Jun 2012

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Submission (full paper): June 5, 2011
Notification: June 30, 2011
July 15, 2011
Camera ready: July 15, 2011

Tracks:

Digital resource domains
Social networks; Digital computing; Digital health care; Digital mapping; Digital human faces; Digital libraries; Eco-informatics; Micro-contribution by masses

Social evaluation and metrics
Metric on quality of experience and satisfaction; Social mobility; Social interactions; Social learning; Social media; Social models; Mutual social credentials

Social applications
On-line entertainment; Games and citizens; Social networking and social software; Tagging and micro-blogging; Collaborative filtering and tagging; Social simulation (mobility, groupware, etc.); Very large social networks; Deep web social information; Blogs and mini-blogs; E-books

Social mobility
Social mobile networks with the Web 2.0; Mobile social architecture and services; Open service capabilities; Open exposure of telco capabilities; Open Web APIs, SOA and SDP; Interworking strategies; Mobile terminals as sources for User-generated content; Architecture and services for user-generated content; Auto-description and metadata synthesis for telecom-generated for user-generated content; Social mobile networks; User behavior profiling; Social connections (social graphs, contacts, etc); Services and architectures/solutions for social mobile services

Mechanisms for social services
eSociety; Accessibility; Social education; Social opinion; Digital eco-systems; Ecology and social justice; eGovernments; Digital economy; eCommerce; Digital cities; Tourism; Democracy and social groups; Patent laws; Social tools; Web enterprises and services

Challenges in social environments
Computational thinking; Natural language processing; eImpact on children knowledge and abilities; Opinion and sentiment analysis; Computing and philosophy; Threats in social networks; Trusted computing; Reputation systems; Pervasive social computing; Real-time ubiquitous social semantic; Social creativity; Social trust; Ethics

Website:

Event Description

This cycling expedition takes us over the Himalayan range from the southern lush green valley of Manali in Himachal Pradesh to the arid high mountain desert of Ladakh. The dramatic changes in the landscape are best enjoyed on this cycling journey. The journey takes us over some high passes, such as Rohtang Pass, Baralacha La, Nakee La, Lachung La & Tanglang La. Tanglang La is the second highest motorable pass in the world at 5360m / 17585ft, next only to Khardung La. The climax of the expedition is to finish the journey by cycling to WORLDS HIGHEST MOTORABLE ROAD POINT – ‘KHARDUNG LA’ – 5602m / 18380 ft.

While passing through the small villages in Lahaul on the banks of Chandra & Bhaga rivers, through the peas & potato fields to no man land & never ending plateaus of Sarchu & Pang, to the flat deserted plains of Indus valley, we cross over from Kullu district to Lahaul district of Himachal & finally into Ladakh after crossing Baralacha La. Interaction with the locals and the nomads on the way only enhances our experience to Real unforgettable moments of Life!!!

INCLUDED FACILITIES:

1.  Tents – twin sharing, Sleeping bags, pillows and carry mats.

2.  Excellent food suitable for cycling and as per choice.

3.  Complete camping facilities – Toilet tents, Bath tent, Dining Tent.

4.  Tour Guide & Manager, Cycle Mechanic, Cook and camp helpers.

5.  Logistic vehicles and Jeep / Utility Van as backup to follow the members.

6.  Good Quality Hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis in Manali / Solang & Leh,.

7.  Drinking Water all through-out the expedition.

8.  Inner line permission.

EXCLUDES:

Travel & Transport upto Delhi and travel cost of Leh to Delhi.

Visit to PangGong lake or any other destination, by bus / jeep etc.

Personal expenses,

En route drinks ( other than drinking water ) while biking & at the camps, hotel.

Tipping, Camera Fees, wherever applicable.

Sightseeing & Entrance Fees, wherever applicable.

Cancellation, Insurance and Risk and Release, Emergency evacuation costs.

There will be no refund of payments one week prior to the Expedition commences, for any reasons whatsoever.

COST: Rs. 36700.00 per person inclusive of all taxes.

Contact for details :

NACHIKET JOSHI ……..         +919975520268

ULHAS JOSHI……………….    +919822023850

LIFECYCLE MALL – 1056, Shukrawar Peth, Tilak Road, Pune 411 002. INDIA.

Email to : ulhasjoshi@gmail.com OR nachiketjos@gmail.com

Website: www.lifecycleonline.in

Source: http://www.cyclists.in/events/tour-of-ladakh

The 24th Ship for World Youth Program will be held from Jan. 18 – March 5, 2012!!

The itinerary of the 24th Ship for World Youth program of FY2011 is as follows:
- Arrival of the participants from overseas: January 18, 2012
- Program for overseas participants in Japan: January 19－23

- Pre-departure Training Session : January 23 – 29
- Departure from Japan (Yokohama) : January 31
- Refuel, food and water supply in Singapore (Singapore) : February 8 – 9
- Port of call activities in Sri Lanka (Colombo) : February 13 – 16
- Port of call activities in India (Chennai) : February 19 – 21
- Refuel, food and water supply in Singapore (Singapore) : February 25 – 26
- Return back to Japan (Tokyo): March 5

Participating countries for SWY24 will be:
Kingdom of Bahrain
Federative Republic of Brazil
Canada
Arab Republic of Egypt
India
Japan
New Zealand
Republic of Peru
Russia
Spain
Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
Republic of Turkey
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Questions related to the Ship for World Youth (SWY) program

1.   What is the purpose of the program?

The purpose of the “Ship for World Youth” program is to broaden the global view of the Japanese youth, to promote mutual understanding and friendship between Japanese and foreign youth as well as to cultivate the spirit of international cooperation and the competence to practice it, and furthermore to foster the youths with capability of showing leadership in various area of international society.

In addition, this program aims at establishing networks and promoting joint activities among youths around the world through providing, as the concrete and practical opportunity, the cohabitation and the joint activity on the board of the “Ship for World Youth”, which is the epitome of international society with wide variety of cultures and ideas, to make an visible international contribution from the perspective of human resource development.

2.    How can I apply for the SWY program?  What are the criteria?

First, the most important thing is that you must have a citizenship of one the participating countries of the year (participating countries differ every year).  There are more than 60 countries that have been invited to participate in SWY programs, but only around 12 countries are selected by the Japanese government to join the program each year.

Second, your age must be 18 to 30.

Third, the participants should be able to communicate well in English, and also be able to participate throughout the program.

There are other criteria, but above three points are necessary.

After the Japanese Government has selected the participating countries, the invitation letter will go to each government through the Japanese Embassy in your country. Therefore, probably the best thing is to get in touch with the ministry which is in charge of the youth affairs in your country or the Japanese Embassy to find out if your country is participating or not and to receive information about how to apply for it.

3. How does my country get invited?

The Japanese Government decides annual which countries are invited.  The Japanese Government will decide the participating countries according to its relationship with the country and with an advise/suggestions from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

4.  How will I know if my country is invited?  How can I get the information?

The Japanese Embassy in your country will receive the first information from the Japanese Government. Please contact your Japanese Embassy or your local government, section dealing with youth affairs.

5. How often does the SWY program run?  How long does it run for?

It is run on annual bases, usually from early January to early March for approximately 42 days.

6. How many countries and how many participants from each country?

Approximately 13-15 countries are invited, average of 11 participants from each country.

7.  Can I join as a participant of another country?

No, you must be a citizen of the invited country.

8.  How much does it cost to participate?

The program is fully sponsored by the Cabinet Office of the Japanese Government (except for personal/incidental charges and insurance etc.), however, there may be an application fee imposed by the organization selecting the participants.

Website: http://www.shipforworldyouth.org/

InnoCentive is a global, online marketplace where organizations in need of innovation–companies, academic institutions, public sector, and non-profit organizations–can utilize a global network of over 225,000 of the world’s brightest problem solvers.

How did InnoCentive begin?

InnoCentive began as a start-up incubated through the e.Lilly division of Eli Lilly and Company—a leading, innovation-driven pharmaceutical corporation. Eli Lilly was the first InnoCentive Seeker and helped formulate the initial InnoCentive Challenges and awards. InnoCentive is now incorporated as an independent company, partnering with many different Seekers in a variety of industries to revolutionize R&D practices.

How does InnoCentive work?

Seeker™ organizations post Challenges™ on the InnoCentive website in the Open Innovation Marketplace™ along with an appropriate award. Solvers™ submit solutions to the Challenge. The Seeker pays an award to the Solver who best meets the solution requirements as outlined in the Challenge. The Seeker pays an award only if the Challenge is solved.

What is an InnoCentive Seeker?

InnoCentive Seekers are progressive, innovation-driven companies and non-profit organizations with tough business and R&D problems that need solutions. Seekers post these problems to the Challenge Center.

What is an InnoCentive Ideation Challenge?

An InnoCentive Ideation Challenge is a broad question formulated to obtain access to new ideas. Think of an Ideation Challenge as a brainstorming session or market survey.

In an Ideation Challenge, Solvers may:

- Submit ideas of their own
- Submit third party information that they have the right to use and further the authority to convey that right and the right to use and develop derivative works to Seekers
- Submit information considered in the public domain without any limitations on use
- Solvers should not reveal any confidential information in their submissions. Often the Ideation Challenge will be followed by one or more of the other three challenge types to further develop the ideas and gain Intellectual Property protection when the concept has been well-defined.

Ideation Challenge submissions are typically about two written pages.

Note: Seekers receive a non-exclusive, perpetual license to use all submissions.

What is an InnoCentive Theoretical Challenge?

An InnoCentive Theoretical Challenge contains detailed solution requirements that Solvers must fulfill in their responses. In most cases, when a solution is chosen and an award is given, the intellectual property (IP) rights transfer from the Solver to the Seeker. However, some Seekers prefer to obtain a non-exclusive perpetual license when providing awards. Each Challenge statement spells out the IP requirements for that particular Challenge. A Seeker that requires specific IP rights or licensing, and also needs detailed solution submissions, should choose a Theoretical over an Ideation Challenge.

What is an InnoCentive RTP Challenge?

An InnoCentive RTP (Reduction to Practice) Challenge is similar to an InnoCentive Theoretical Challenge in its high level of detail. However, an RTP requires that the Solver submit a validated solution, either in the form of original data or a physical sample. Also the Seeker is allowed to test the proposed solution.
IP is always transferred in an RTP Challenge.

What is an InnoCentive eRFP Challenge?

eRFPs allow Seekers to submit Requests for Proposals to the InnoCentive Solver community. This global community includes organizations and individuals, such as contract research organizations, scientists, university researchers, and technology companies. After a Solver submits an eRFP response, the Seeker evaluates the responses and determines which Solver(s) to contact for further business discussions. With eRFPs, the Solver must not provide any confidential information in the eRFP response. If your eRFP response is selected, you will negotiate the terms of the contract (including scope of work, tasks and duration) directly with the Seeker.

What is My InnoCentive?

My InnoCentive is the secure area of our web site for Solver interactions with InnoCentive. My InnoCentive is created when a Solver registers with InnoCentive. My InnoCentive provides links to Solver’s open (in progress) and closed Challenges. The Solver can edit his interests, public profile, and account details at My InnoCentive.

What is the deadline for submitting Challenges?

Seekers can establish a deadline for receiving proposed solutions. Be sure you submit your solution proposal as soon a possible, even if it is before the deadline. When choosing between solutions of similar quality, the earlier submission is likely to be preferred. If Seekers receive a solution proposal they want to accept, they reserve the right to award a Challenge before the deadline. InnoCentive recommends that you submit your solution proposals upon completion without waiting until the deadline date.

Visit the website for more details: https://www.innocentive.com/

Please send  your resume to hello@pencilcoders.in

Location:

Hyderabad/Work from Campus

Stipend:

Unpaid. Though you get a lot of Benifits working with great minds ! You will be given a certificate titled ‘Content Executive’

Internship:

Job Profile:

Pencilcoders is a young startup focusing Computer Geeks and Tech Enthusiasts ! This intern is an awesome opportunity to work with Entrepreneurs and gain Knowledge !

Possible Job Responsibilities:

1. Internet Surfing
2. Market Research
3. Blogging on Tech News !(Topics and keywords will be provided. Your articles will be published on www.pencilcoders.in with your byline.)
4. Controlling Social Media !

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate looking for Summer Intern !
• Good Overview of Various Social Media Platforms.
• Interest to learn more and more things

This internship consists of part-time hours, with flexibility for working on-site or remotely

Website: http://www.pencilcoders.in/

Please send  your resume to internship@colonk.com

Location:

Work from Campus

Stipend:

Incentive basis

Internship:

Job Profile:  Regional Head Internship

1. This internship is strictly for MBA/BBA/BBM students who have a passion for taking up marketing as a career choice.
2. This is one great opportunity and platform to portray your skills and learnings in real industry scenario.
3. You’d be working hand in hand with the entrepreneurs themselves and work in the business development domain.
4. You will be trained and guided throughout to get the best out of this internship.
5. Your renumeration would be on the royalty/incentive basis i.e a percentage share in every sale you and your team makes.

Website: http://colonk.com/

Please send  your resume to careers@producteyes.com

Location:

Noida, Sector 2

Stipend:

4000/month

Internship:

Job Profile:

1. We are a software product startup with a team having 20+ years of combined global experience.
2. We are looking for a Web Designer intern who has a strong sense for visual design, interactivity, usability, color and a passion for user-centered web design.
3. You must be proficient with Adobe tools like Photoshop and Illustrator. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.

Website: http://producteyes.com/