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Textiles Ministry to Host 81st ICAC Plenary Meeting in Mumbai

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by Priya Jadhav The Government of India, Ministry of Textiles is hosting the 81st Plenary Meeting of the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) in Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, during  2nd – 5th December, 2023  through the Office of Textile Commissioner in association with the Cotton Corporation of India Limited (CCI), the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) and the Cotton Association of India (CAI). It is a matter of honour and pride for India to host this event after nearly 8 years. Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Textiles, Commerce & Industry and Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India, would be inaugurating this Plenary  on December 2, 2023 at 02:00 p.m.  in Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. It is expected that over 400 delegates from 35 countries across continents consisting of Government representatives from various cotton growing and consuming countries / regions, reputed industrialists, important business dele

On World Computer Literacy Day, writer Mandakini Dwivedi on adapting to technology: Was excited to learn but also a bit scared

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by Priya Jadhav In the past, writers crafted their thoughts with pen and paper, a tradition that evolved as technology advanced. Computers, followed by laptops, phones, and tablets, became the new medium for writing. Change is gradual; some adapted swiftly, while others, particularly in the heartland of India, took their time, catching up gradually. As we celebrate World Computer Literacy Day on December 2nd, a global observance dedicated to promoting digital skills, writer Mandakini Dwivedi from Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, shares her journey into the world of computers and its transformative impact. Mandakini, a talented writer from Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, joined Pocket FM during the Covid-19 pandemic. Formerly a teacher and counselor in a government organization, fate led her to take a chance on life by joining the global audio series platform. While she used to write with pen and paper in her early writing days, joining Pocket FM introduced her to the world of computer writing.

Doctors at Manipal Hospital, Gurugram successfully treat 70-year-old male suffering from fatal abdominal aortic aneurysm

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 by Priya Jadhav Gurugram, 30 th November 2023: Recently, a 70-year-old man with a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm was successfully treated at Manipal Hospital, Gurugram. The patient presented to the hospital with complaint of persistent back pain, fever, severe hypotension, and cold sweats. He had a history of fever for past 1 month which was managed with antibiotics. Upon investigation, the CT scan revealed that the patient had a hole in the back wall of his aorta causing blood leakage in the abdomen. Looking at his condition, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, Head of CTVS (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery), and his team comprising of Sr. Cardiac Anesthesiologist Dr. Jitumoni Baishya, immediately counselled the patient’s family and performed an emergency surgery where the infected aorta was removed along with the blood clots and were replaced with a prosthetic graft. Mycotic (infected) aneurysms are very rare accounting for just 0.7-3% of aortic aneurysms. Bacterial seeding

NueGo paves the way for women's safety; launches a dedicated helpline number

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 by Priya Jadhav   Mumbai; November 30, 2023: - NueGo, a trailblazer in India's inter-city bus travel, proudly announces the launch of a dedicated helpline number exclusively designed for women passengers. This initiative pioneered by the brand is one among others to make bus travel safer and more comfortable for women commuters. These efforts underscores NueGo's commitment to inclusivity and customer-centricity in the Indian travel sector. Mr. Devndra Chawla, CEO & MD, GreenCell Mobility remarks, "At NueGo, we are dedicated to enhancing the travel experience for every passenger, especially women. We feel that women passengers feeling valued, safe, and comfortable throughout their journey should be a norm and sacrosanct to the very nature of the business. We hope that this becomes a practice across the industry to ensure women feel comfortable and safe while travelling.” Key Initiatives that NueGo has launched and undertaken to make women passengers’ journeys sa

Andhra Pradesh spearheads the skills revolution with the 'Leading towards Next Age Programmes' initiatives

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by Priya Jadhav Mumbai/Tadepalli, November 30, 2023:  The Andhra Pradesh Government, through Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC), is planning a one of its kind initiatives – ‘Leading towards Next Age Programmes.’ This project has the potential to revolutionise the state's talent development environment, addressing the perennial problem of skills shortages in the Indian labour market. As part of this visionary program, the Government aims to bridge the gap between industry demands and workforce skills, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a leader in the rapidly evolving landscape of skills development and employment. The event aims to highlight the accomplishments of existing skills development programmes as well as the changing strategies that drive their success. It will emphasise the critical importance of higher education in broadening opportunities, highlighting the role of entrepreneurship in supplementing job creation, and emphasising the importance of soft

Bank of Baroda Introduces the BOB Parivar Account for Savings and Current Accounts

 by Priya Jadhav ‘My Family, My Bank’ brings together a family’s entire banking relationship with the Bank, doing away with the need to maintain minimum balance for each account and enabling all family members to enjoy attractive benefits Mumbai, November 30, 2023 : Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector banks, announced the introduction of the BOB Parivar Account for Savings and Current Accounts. The ‘My Family, My Bank’ segment, which has been launched as a part of the Bank’s “BOB Ke Sang Tyohaar Ki Umang” festive campaign, groups all the bank accounts belonging to members of a single family under One Family. While each account will be operated independently by the primary account holder, the maintenance of quarterly average balance (QAB) is recorded at the Group/ Family level, eliminating the need to maintain QAB in every single account. Further, it gives each family member access to an array of benefits during the festive period due to the overall enhance

Covestro (India) Launches the Food Security Platform to Address and Reduce Postharvest Losses for Farmers

by Priya Jadhav Press Release       30 th November 2023         Covestro India’s Food Security Platform is set to Redefine Agricultural Sustainability Covestro (India), a pioneering high-tech polymer materials manufacturer, has initiated a significant venture aimed at combatting postharvest losses prevalent in India's horticulture and fisheries sector. The company unveiled the groundbreaking Covestro Food Security Platform on November 22nd, 2023, during a hybrid event held at the ITC Grand Chola in Chennai. This digital platform marks a collective effort bringing together government authorities, industry leaders, and farmers with the mission of empowering farmers through innovative postharvest technologies, thereby minimizing losses and augmenting the value of agricultural produce. Over the last decade, Covestro (India) has dedicated its effor

GSP Crop Science Appoints Anibal O. Scarpa as Country Head of its Brazil Operations

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by Priya Jadhav   Strengthens B2C sales and development of the company in Brazil.  Mumbai, 29 November2023: GSP Crop Science, a leading agrochemical manufacturer group, has announced the appointment of Anibal O.Scarpa as Country head   of its Brazil Operations, GSP Agroquimica Do Brasil ( a subsidiary of GSP Crop Science Pvt ltd). He will lead the B2C sales and development of the company in Brazilian market “ We are setting up office in Brazil as we plan to start catering to the consumer market in Brazil. Brazil being the largest Agro chemical market it is a very important geography to be present in. We see a great opportunity for growth. With Anibal joining us with his experience and knowledge about the industry we are very excited for our future plans, said Tirth Shah, Executive Director of GSP Crop Science Ltd on the appointment. Anibal has over 25 years of experience in the Agro-Chem industry having worked in Atanor and Alamos previously. Commenting on his new role,

ImPaCCT Foundation, Tata Memorial Centre highlights the significance of awareness around Paediatric Cancer Care

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 by Priya Jadhav   Mumbai, 29th November 2023 : ImPaCCT Foundation, Tata Memorial Centre, hosted a press conference today at the hospital, addressing crucial aspects of Paediatric Cancer Care in India.  Speaking at the event were, Ms. Shalini Jatia (Officer-in-Charge, ImPaCCT Foundation, Tata Memorial Centre), Dr. Shripad Banavali (Director, Academics, Tata Memorial Centre) and Dr. Girish Chinnaswamy (Head of Department, Paediatric Medical Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital).    The esteemed speakers explored pivotal talk points such as Pediatric Care, unveiling enlightening statistics on patients, facilities, treatments, cure rates and recent breakthroughs. Addressing the prevalent challenges in Pediatric Cancer Care in India, they articulated a Survivorship Program tailored to facilitate the seamless reintegration of young survivors into their everyday lives.  The press conference highlighted collaborative efforts and support initiatives aimed at fostering a cultivating environme