Thermax Limited, a leading energy and environment solutions provider, and Fortescue Future Industries (FFI), an Australia-based green energy and green technology company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore green hydrogen projects – including new manufacturing facilities – in India. Under the MoU, Thermax and FFI plan to explore opportunities to jointly develop fully integrated green hydrogen projects for commercial and industrial customers in India. The production of green hydrogen at an industrial scale would be a major step forward in decarbonising hard-to-abate industries in India, such as refineries, fertilisers and steel. The MoU between Thermax and FFI also contemplates the potential collaboration of the parties in the development of new manufacturing facilities to support green energy projects in India. The Performance Linked Incentive (PLI scheme), under India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission, could be leveraged for setting up any new manufacturing capacity. In addition to meeting the domestic requirements, electrolysers and subsystems could potentially be used for export internationally. Fortescue Metals Group’s experience in managing large-scale projects in its iron ore business provides FFI – Fortescue’s green energy arm – with a strong platform to expand into manufacturing projects in green hydrogen. FFI is in the process of constructing a world-leading Green Energy Manufacturing Centre in Gladstone, Queensland. The first phase of the project involves the construction of an electrolyser manufacturing facility, with a targeted initial output capacity of 2GW per annum. Thermax will bring its vast experience in EPC and supply chain to the collaboration. Expressing his thoughts on the collaboration, Ashish Bhandari, MD & CEO, Thermax, said, “The collaboration with Fortescue Future Industries is perfectly timed to leverage the massive potential of the Indian green energy market that presents a multitude of opportunities, backed by favourable policies and incentives. Furthermore, the recent approval of the National Green Hydrogen Mission by India’s Union Cabinet, which aims to increase domestic production of green hydrogen to 5 MMT per annum by 2030 and reduce fossil fuel imports by over Rs. 1 lakh crore, is a significant boost. With all these factors working in our favour, we are confident that our association will be successful.” FFI CEO Mark Hutchinson said, “FFI is on a mission to replace fossil fuels by producing green electrons from renewable energy and then converting these green electrons into green hydrogen. Through the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the Indian Government has shown that it is committed to developing its green hydrogen industry to help the country decarbonise. We are thrilled to be working with Thermax and believe that this MOU with a company of such high standing will help us in our mission to eliminate emissions.”

An initiative launched to help every woman access quality healthcare GURUGRAM  – Tata 1mg, India’s trusted healthcare platform, has pledged to conduct free anemia testing for underprivileged women. The pledge aims to bridge the gap in access to quality and timely healthcare for women and raise awareness around nutrition and other deficiencies that are prevalent in Indian women. As per a National Family Health Survey, 57% of women in India aged 15-49 years are anemic. An analysis of tests conducted at Tata 1mg Labs over the past three months shows that hemoglobin deficiency is prevalent across age groups and socio-economic strata in women. About 31% of 0-14-year-olds and 43% of >45 years also presented with incidences of anemia. Dr. Prashant Nag, Clinical Head, Tata 1mg Labs, explained: “Anemia is a condition in which the hemoglobin (Hb) concentration in the blood is lower than normal. Nutritional anemia occurs either due to a lack of dietary intake of certain nutrients or malabsorption. These nutrients are essential for the formation of Hb, a protein in the red blood cells, that carries oxygen to the various body cells. Common symptoms of anemia include fatigue, headaches, and weakness. It can be diagnosed by a simple blood test – CBC (Complete Blood Count).” With an aim to address this critical health issue faced by women in India, Tata 1mg has planned to facilitate free tests for women in need via a user generation contest under its “#NotJustAWomensDay” campaign. It focuses on raising awareness about women’s health issues year-round. It is a unique initiative that seeks to spark a conversation about women’s health issues while promoting education around them, all year round. Speaking about the initiative, Gaurav Agarwal, Co-Founder, Tata 1mg, said, “We believe that women’s health is a critical issue that needs more attention. Through the ‘NOT JUST A WOMEN’S DAY’ campaign, we hope to raise awareness about the health issues that women face every day and provide them with the resources they need to stay healthy. We encourage everyone to participate in this campaign and help us make a difference in the lives of women. For every pledge that we receive through this campaign and for every woman who books a CBC or nutritional anemia package on Tata 1mg Labs on women’s day, we commit to conducting one free anemia test for a woman in need.” As part of the campaign, Tata 1mg will also be creating educational handbooks to provide practical tips on topics related to a range of women’s health and wellness issues, including menstruation, breast cancer, mental health, and reproductive health.

At a prevalence rate of 7.7%, Karnataka ranks 6th in India in terms of diabetes prevalence. Prevalence numbers were higher at 32% in the high socioeconomic strata1, 2 In India, 67% of people with type 2 diabetes (PwD) also have obesity.3 The campaign aims to inform those with diabetes, their caregivers, and medical professionals on the significance of managing weight in type 2 diabetes.  In collaboration with former Indian cricket team captain and fitness enthusiast Kapil Dev, Novo Nordisk, a leading global healthcare company in India, launched the “Break the Partnership” #WeightofDiabetes campaign, which aims to inform those with diabetes, their caregivers, and medical professionals about the important role that weight plays in type 2 diabetes (T2D). The campaign aims to increase awareness on recent treatment choices that manage body weight along with blood glucose in type 2 diabetes. Karnataka ranks 6th amongst states in India with highest diabetes prevalence at a rate of 7.7% and a prediabetes prevalence rate of 11.7%. Prevalence numbers are higher at 32% in the high socioeconomic strata.1,2 Obesity prevalence in the state stands at 30.1% and 30.9% in women and men respectively – a close to 7-percentage point increase over the past 5 years.4 It may be further noted that 67% of the people with type 2 diabetes in India also live with obesity3.  The ADA/EASD (American Diabetes Association’s/European Association for Study of Diabetes) Consensus Report 20225 as well as guidelines from the Endocrine Society of India (ESI) emphasised weight management as a key component of holistic type 2 diabetes management6. Every one kilogram of weight loss can help lower HbA1c, and can also help reduce the risk of heart, renal, and bone illnesses, and improve patient health in multiple ways.7-12 Therefore, it is essential that people comprehend the significance of severing the link between diabetes and excess body weight by talking to their physician about novel medical treatments.3, 7-12 India accounts for one in seven people with diabetes worldwide, and over 6 lakh people in India die from the disease each year (second only to China).13 A person with diabetes who is overweight is more likely to develop several comorbid conditions, including certain cancers, bone problems, heart, kidney, and liver diseases, in addition to high blood pressure and high cholesterol.14-20 The multidimensional campaign aims to raise awareness among stakeholders on novel medical treatment options for weight management in type 2 diabetes. The Novo Nordisk team and its partners will engage healthcare professionals through awareness events and scientific symposia in several cities over the next few months. Targeted patient camps will help with diagnosis, consultation, and raising awareness of the issue. Announcing the launch of the campaign, veteran Indian cricketer and brand ambassador for Novo Nordisk India, Kapil Dev, said “I’m happy to support Novo Nordisk’s efforts to combat type 2 diabetes. The “Break the Partnership” #WeightofDiabetes campaign seeks to raise awareness about the dangerous link between diabetes and weight and why it should be broken with urgency. In cricket, a bowler is constantly trying to break the partnership between two batsmen as it can prove detrimental to his or her team. Similarly, the combination of diabetes and weight can harm people and it needs to be treated timely. It’s critical to eliminate potential complications before they become a problem for you. Today’s scientific developments enable successful type 2 diabetes treatment and aid in both blood sugar regulation as well as weight management. As a person living with type 2 diabetes, I am aware that diabetes can be effectively managed if we take the proper medicine and act quickly. Patients should discuss newer, more advanced type 2 diabetes treatment choices with their doctor. Addressing the audience at the event, Vikrant Shrotriya, Corporate Vice President and Managing Director, Novo Nordisk India, said, “Patient centricity is at the heart of all we do at Novo Nordisk. Diabetes and excess weight or obesity can coexist, yet therapeutic treatment frequently fails to effectively address this relationship. This combination may result in adverse consequences for people with type 2 diabetes.12-18 The landscape of type 2 diabetes management has changed over time to include medical therapies that focus on blood sugar control while also helping people lose weight. Our “Break the Partnership” #WeightofDiabetes campaign informs people about the effects of excess weight in diabetes, educates them to speak with their doctor on newer treatment options, and encourages them to manage not just blood sugar but also weight in diabetes to slow the onset and progression of comorbidities. We are hoping that the initiative will assist us in motivating resolute action among PwDs in the country.”  Commenting on the launch of the campaign, Dr. Arpandev Bhattacharyya, Consultant, Department of Diabetes & Endocrinology, Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, said, “Rapid socioeconomic change in conjunction with urbanization, industrialization, population growth, sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy eating habits are some factors for the global increase in the diabetes epidemic.1 It is crucial to manage excess weight in T2D patients early on because it is directly linked to a higher risk of various catastrophic consequences. Weight management must be one of the main treatment goals for people with Type 2 diabetes.20 Unfortunately, weight gain is commonly encountered with the use of some frontline diabetes drugs. Patients losing >= 5% bodyweight had increased likelihood of 0.5% reduction in HbA1c which continued to decrease in patients losing more weight.  Losing weight can reduce the risk of heart disease, kidney disease, and bone problems in those with diabetes and excess weight, according to studies. The fundamentals of T2D management have undergone significant alterations. Today’s T2D patients with obesity must think about newer medications that offer improved glycaemic control and significant weight loss while setting treatment goals21. For T2D patients who are overweight or obese, the “Break the Partnership #WeightofDiabetes effort will help pave the road for gradual and successful treatment. The thin-fat phenotype (body type), which is defined by ahigh body fat percentage but a relatively close to normal overall body weight, is frequently seen in Indians. A study found that 67% of type 2 diabetes patients also have obesity, with a median BMI of 25.6 kg/m2, which is much

In honor of International Women’s Day, DKMS BMST Foundation India, a non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders, is calling on young women to register as potential stem cell donors.  Stem cell donation from a healthy donor can help patients undergo a lifesaving stem cell transplantation. Deepika registered as a potential blood stem cell donor in August 2018 during one of the donor registrations drives at her workplace in order to help a person struggling with a life-threatening disease like Blood Cancer. Within just a year of registration she got a call of being a perfect match for a patient in need of a blood stem cell donor. On February 14th 2020, she donated her blood stem cells and gave someone a second chance at life. In India, the burden of life-threatening blood disorders is huge with an incidence of over 1 lakh new cases being diagnosed every year. However, blood cancer and blood disorders such as Thalassemia and Aplastic Anemia can be treated by a stem cell transplant. But, due to the lack of awareness about stem cell donation in India, it becomes difficult for patients to find matching donors. This is where DKMS-BMST comes into play, by registering more potential donors from India. Just like Deepika, 23-year-old pharmacology professional Dr Smita’s stem cell donation saved the life of a blood cancer patient in September 2021. Smita registered online with DKMS BMST Foundation India in January 2021 and within 9 months, she came as a match for a patient in need. “Being a donor is a life-changing experience. When I came to know that I was a potential match for someone, I knew I had to do everything in my power to help,” says Smita. “My family and friends were my biggest support system and they encouraged me throughout the process. I urge every young woman out there to take a step forward and register as a potential donor. You can save a life, and there is no better feeling than that.” Another donor, 24-year-old Basudha, registered as a blood stem cell donor in honor of her father who lost his life to lung cancer. One year after registering, she was informed that she was a suitable match for a blood cancer patient. She donated her blood stem cells through the Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Collection (PBSC) process. Reflecting on her experience, Basudha said, “It was a great feeling knowing I had done something that could potentially save a life. You never know if you or a loved one will be in the same situation someday, so always lend a helping hand when it’s possible.” “We are proud to celebrate International Women’s Day by highlighting the contribution of all the young women who have come forward to register as potential blood stem cell donors,” says Patrick Paul, CEO, DKMS BMST Foundation India. “These young women are role models for the entire nation, and their selfless act is an inspiration for others to follow. By registering as a donor, you are giving hope to patients and their families who are going through the hardest time of their lives. We encourage young women to take this step towards becoming a potential stem cell donor and join us in the fight against blood cancer.” “Stem cell donation is a crucial treatment option for patients with blood cancer and other blood disorders,” says Dr. Nitin Agarwal, HOD, Donor Request Management, DKMS-BMST. “Patients with blood cancer require healthy stem cells to replace the damaged cells in their bone marrow. Without a matching donor, these patients may not survive. It is important to remember that stem cell donation is a safe process and can save a life. By registering as a donor, young women can raise hope for patients waiting for a matching donor.” DKMS BMST Foundation India is working to support blood cancer and blood disorder patients by registering potential donors, raising awareness, and facilitating stem cell donations. So far, the foundation has registered over 80000 potential donors out of which over 20,000 are females and has facilitated 81 stem cell donations in India, since its inception in 2019. To become a stem cell donor, individuals need to be between the ages of 18 and 55 and in general good health. The registration process is simple, it involves filling out a form and providing a cheek swab sample. Only when a person is found to be a match for a patient, the actual donation process is done, in a safe and similar manner as a blood platelet donation. About DKMS BMST Foundation India: A non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and other blood disorders, such as thalassemia and aplastic anemia. Our aim is to improve the situation of patients suffering from blood cancer and other blood disorders in India and throughout the world, by raising awareness about blood stem cell transplantation and registering potential blood stem cell donors. By doing this DKMS-BMST provides patients in need of a blood stem cell transplant with a second chance at life. DKMS-BMST is a joint venture of two reputed non-profit organizations: BMST (Bangalore Medical Services Trust) and DKMS, one of the largest international blood stem cell donor centers in the world. For more information, please visit dkms-bmst.org

By Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan, Head, Wellness and Wellbeing at Columbia Pacific Communitie Introduction Kidney plays an important role in eliminating waste products and conserving the essential and crucial substances for efficient functioning of the body. On an average, 180 litres of blood get filtered through the kidneys every day, of which only 1.5 litres get excreted as urine. Kidney is an extremely alert sense organ and ensures that the right substances are conserved, and the unwanted waste is excreted out of the body.   Embryological viewpoint: Kidney is an organ which starts its journey and lays a trail starting from an area closer to neck, then down to the abdomen area and finally to the point where it is needed to be as its final form. Complex orchestrated interactions between various embryonic tissues, ensure the development of the kidney. Born out of these complexities, kidney works towards keeping the body in balance and works closely with the lungs in maintaining the body’s pH balance.   Detoxification of kidneys Air conditioners require timely service of its filters to clear the clogging which happens over a period of time. Similarly, to have efficient kidneys and to avoid detoxification, one should follow the below tips: 1. Avoid processed foods and choose fresh fruits and vegetables. 2. Restrict salt intake and keep it to a limit of less than 2 gms. 3. Drink at least 2 litres of water everyday considering the local geographical weather conditions. 4. Maintain a healthy body weight. 5. Exercise regularly as per metabolic type. 6. Maintain normal blood pressure according to the age and BMI and ensure it is never above 140/90 mmHg. 7. Take measures to prevent diabetes. 8. Eat more plant-based food. 9. Detoxification should be considered to support the function of an agile kidney or if one has other co-morbidities such as diabetes, hypertension etc.  10. Healthy lifestyle is a must for this complex organ to function with agility.  Diet for detoxification Plant based food which are kidney friendly should be included in the diet, such as papaya, apple, cranberries, blue berries, kale, spinach, sweet potato, pineapple, peaches, celery, radish, summer squash, barley. A kidney friendly diet will help protect the kidney from further damage. If there are underlying risk factors such as coexisting comorbidities, then one must limit some food items and fluids, so that the other fluids and minerals such as electrolytes do not build up in the body.  Conclusion: Preparing for the unexpected and supporting the vulnerable is the major role of the kidney. Even if all the organs don’t function efficiently, but the kidney does, then there is a possibility of life sustenance. This organ needs to be supported as it supports the vulnerable. It helps in forming effective red blood cells and bone health through certain hormones such as erythropoietin and vitamin D.  Approximately 1 of 3 adults with diabetes and 1 of 5 adults with high blood pressure may have a chronic kidney disease. Diabetes can also cause kidney diseases. Keeping blood sugar and blood pressure under control and switching to a healthy lifestyle will help live a better life. Choosing activities such as walking, swimming, bicycling, aerobics, dancing or any activity which involves movement of large muscle groups for longer period as part of daily routine will be beneficial. Limiting alcohol intake and quitting smoking also adds freshness to the kidneys. Mindfulness in all activities helps the kidney function well. Movement with awareness like yoga, tai-chi also helps in functioning of the kidney. 

The event was graced by Smt. Poornima P V (KAS), Joint Commissioner – BBMP Yelahanka Division. On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, held an awareness campaign for school students. The initiative aimed to inspire the subsequent generation of female healthcare professionals and motivated them to pursue careers in this sector by showcasing the most recent developments and technologies utilized in healthcare for treatment and patient care. The students participated in a programme that included an educational tour of the hospital facility, where they saw the most sophisticated robotic surgical system, a linear accelerator, and other surgical systems in use at the hospital—true examples of our country’s technological advancement in the healthcare system. This made it easier for the students to comprehend the role that technology plays in healthcare and how it is changing how we identify and treat patients. In addition, the hospital recognised the Sheroes who went above and beyond the call of duty, exhibited compassion, bravery, and unwavering dedication without seeking recognition. Smt. Poornima P V (KAS), Joint Commissioner – BBMP Yelahanka Division, and Ms. Geeta Pai, Director, Infrastructure/Cloud Architecture, Principal Architect – Kyndryl, were the honorary guests at the occasion. These Sheroes are an example to everyone and perfectly capture the essence of International Women’s Day. Commenting on the event, Smt. Poornima P V, said, “Women’s Day is more than just any other day in our life; it serves as a reminder that we must constantly work to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment. The Aster CMI Hospital’s initiative is a great example of how we can inspire young girls to pursue careers in healthcare. Through creative initiatives like telemedicine, mobile health clinics, and health camps for women, the Karnataka government is dedicated to increasing women’s health and safety.“ Dr. Nitish Shetty, Regional Director – Karnataka & Maharashtra Cluster, Aster DM Healthcare, stated: “As we observe Women’s Day in this hospital, It’s vital to keep in mind that technological development has the potential to change women’s lives and enhance their access to healthcare. DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality, this year’s topic, emphasizes the significance of utilizing technology to close the gender gap and empower women. Technology can help us give women better healthcare and enhance their overall health outcomes, from telemedicine to wearable health equipment. In order to develop a healthcare system that is more fair and accessible for all women, it is crucial that we continue to embrace innovation and technology.“ The CEO of Aster CMI Hospital, Mr. Ramesh Kumar S, stated, “We are honored to host this awareness campaign for International Women’s Day. Women’s Day is a moment to celebrate the strides achieved towards gender equality as well as to consider the work still left to accomplish in this area. We are delighted to introduce a new project to increase access to healthcare for women because as a hospital, we are dedicated to supporting the health and wellness of women. Technological innovations enable us to give our patients better, more effective care. The awareness campaign is a step in the direction of establishing a more favorable and gender-equal world, and Aster CMI Hospital is pleased to support it.” About ASTER DM HEALTHCARE  Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of the largest private healthcare service providers operating in GCC and in India. With an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence, we are one of the few entities in the world with a strong presence across primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary healthcare through our 30 hospitals, 121 clinics, 459* pharmacies, 19 labs and 140 patient experience centers in seven countries, including India. We have over 28,400 plus dedicated staff including 3,622 doctors and 8,095 nurses across the geographies that we are present in, delivering a simple yet strong promise to our different stakeholders: “We’ll treat you well.” We reach out to all economic segments in the GCC states through our differentiated healthcare services across the “Aster”, “Medcare” and “Access” brands. * Including 214 Pharmacies in India operated by Alfaone Retail Pharmacies Private Limited under brand license from Aster.

A panel discussion on “Against all odds”, and felicitation of 7 visually impaired women achievers across Karnataka, commemorating International Women’s Day Embrace Equity, is a theme this year for International Women’s Day. Visually impaired women have always struggled to achieve their potential. To encourage women, Sankara Eye Hospital & CII Young Indians felicitated seven visually challenged women achievers from Karnataka for their outstanding performance in sports, technology and social sector with lessons on challenges faced and tips to break barriers. Guest of honour for the event were Dr Radha Ramani , Cofounder Sankara Eye Foundation India , Ms Vidhya Murthy, Kannada film and television actress, Mrs Santhi P, CSR Manager, Titan Company Ltd. Kavya V – Key part of Karnataka Blind Women’s Cricket team (B3 category player) Deepika TC- Key part of Karnataka Blind Women’s Cricket team (B3 category player) Renuka Rajput- Key part of Karnataka Blind Women’s Cricket team (B2 category player) Madhu Singhal – social activist, Founder and Managing Trustee of Mitrajyothi. Radha Venkatesh – Indian Para-Athlete player who represented at Asia level. Rakshitha Raju – Indian Para-Athlete player who represented at Asian level. Vidhya Y – 1st totally blind student to qualify from IIITB, Co-founder of Vision Empower Speaking about the pride moment Dr. Radha Ramani, Co-founder, Sankara Eye Foundation, said, “Leadership is natural to women. They combine empathy with values and learn to balance work and life. Today we are proud to recognise leaders who make India proud. They have broken myths against all odds, that women who are visually impaired needs support. Instead these path breakers are supporting many others achieve their potential. We at Sankara Eye Foundation India will continue to ensure world class eye care for women and an opportunity for them to work with us and become leaders in eye care”. “At Young Indians we strongly believe in the need for inclusive growth. We must continue to improve awareness & infrastructure to remove barriers for those with disability from achieving their potential. We are proud to partner with Sankara Eye Hospital, in recognising these leaders who have ensured that their lack of sight has not come in the way of their vision and passion to succeed in their chosen field. They are truly the Pride of India” said Bhavin P , Chapter Chair CII Young Indians. “It gives me immense pleasure to be here with these wonderful women achievers . They overcame  barriers and their success becomes motivation for all women in the country.Kudos to Sankara Eye Foundation & Young Indians for this initiative”, said Ms Vidhya Murthy, Kannada film and television actress. Mrs Santhi P, CSR Manager, Titan Company Ltd, said, “As a responsible corporate citizen we believe women should be empowering women and encouraging each other. Women need to ensure that apart from our regular work and responsibilities we focus on what we are passionate about.” Across the world women have 1/3 less access to eye care than men. Sankara Eye Hospital , through its outreach has ensured that 52% of patients treated are women. Sankara Academy of Vision through its educations programme enables 75 meritorious girls from underprivileged backgrounds to be certified as ophthalmic assistants. 65% of the team at Sankara are women with 52% of the leadership positions being led by women. We need to all embrace equity to ensure that India continues to forge ahead in all socio economic indicators.

On International Women’s Day 2023, Air India Express organized an art appreciation evening at Kochi to felicitate Ms G.S Smitha whose latest painting exhibited at Kochi Biennale became a tail art of one of the Boeing 737- 800 aircraft of Air India Express. The replica of the tail art installed at Terminal 3 of the Cochin International Airport (CIAL) served as the backdrop for the aesthetic event. Mr. Manu G, Airport Director of CIAL, participated in the evening along with Mr. Bose Krishnamachari, President of Kochi Biennale Foundation, as Guest of Honour. Each Air India Express aircraft tail is a 25 feet tall canvas that carries some aspects of Indian art, culture and heritage. Every tail, thus, tells a tale. The tail art of Smitha on AIr India Express’s Boeing 737-800 aircraft VT-AXN celebrates the airline’s art connection and takes the 2023 edition of the Kochi Muziris Biennale to the skies. The tail art is an adaptation of the original acrylic painting by Ms. Smitha GS. In this painting, the artist travels through a parallel timeline via the planes of memory, recreating colourful landscapes filled with chameleons, grasshoppers, micro-organisms and aquatic creatures.

Acknowledging Women’s empowerment is an encouragement for all the women who choose to be a role model coming from different walks of life. The idea of Women’s Day is commemorated to honor women’s achievement in all areas of life. In occurrence of this female empowerment, Nexus Vijaya Mall aims to highlight and celebrate the talents of women. The Mall takes pleasure in launching the SPLICE, an all-girls band to inspire their patrons with soulful music this International Women’s Day on 8th March. Event Details: What: The Splice Band Music Band When: 8th March 2023 at 6:00pm Where: Nexus Vijaya Mall Central Atrium, Chennai About The Splice music band An all-girls band called the SPLICE, is an extremely talented bunch who sing in Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, English and Telugu. The SPLICE music has a blend of both film songs and also their own compositions. The SPLICE band comprises keyboardist Sterlin Nitya the Drummer is Rinay. Lead guitarist is Vedhika. The SPLICE singers are Sneha, Annaya and Shivatmika(kiddo). The SPLICE plays for corporate events, weddings, fundraising shows and all other functions. They also travel to different locations to perform music. The band was launched by Music director, playback singer and film producer AR. Raihanah who is the sister of AR Rehman and mother of GV Prakash actor and music director.

Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in mission-critical flow creation and industrial technologies recently announced key executive leadership role enhancements to further strengthen the company’s capabilities and support its long-term growth strategy. Amar Kaul, Chairman of the Board for the past 6 years has stepped down to take on a much larger regional role. His remit will now be to drive the P&L strategy for the entire EMEIA (Europe, Middle East, India & Africa) Compression Systems regional business. Sekhar Natarajan – Independent Director has been appointed as Chairman of the Board with immediate effect. Preeti Gupta Mohanty, CFO of IRIL has also stepped down to take on a much larger regional ITS EMEIA (Europe, Middle East, India & Africa) role. Her remit as VP finance would be to manage end to end finance. During Amar and Preeti’s stint as CEO and CFO, market cap of the India entity increased by about 4 times. R. Shubhakar– Company Secretary has been appointed Whole-time Director and CFO for IRIL. Shubhakar joined the organization in 2000 and has been the Company Secretary since many years. Inder Arora has been elevated to the Board as Executive Director of IRIL. He joined the organization in March 2012 and has held multiple cross functional roles. These organizational changes mark the next phase in IRIL’s journey towards its mission of making life better for employees, customers and community around us. About Ingersoll Rand With an ownership perspective and an entrepreneurial spirit at its core, Ingersoll Rand is committed to improving the lives of its workers, customers, and communities. Customers depend on us for our technology-driven expertise in industrial solutions spanning 40+ reputable brands for creating mission-critical flows, where our products and services flourish in the most challenging situations. With their daily commitment to expertise, productivity, and efficiency, our staff create customers for life. To learn more, go to www.IRCO.com .

Vellore, Salem, Tiruppur, Tirunelveli gets ultrafast Airtel 5G Plus services in addition to Chennai, Coimbatore, Hosur, Madurai, Trichy Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), India’s leading telecommunications services provider, today announced the launch of its ultra-fast 5G services in 125 cities.  Airtel 5G Plus service is now available to customers in over 265 cities in the country. Airtel 5G Plus has three compelling advantages for customers. First, it runs on a technology that has the widest acceptance in the world with the most developed ecosystem. This ensures that all 5G smartphones in India seamlessly work on the Airtel network. Second, the company promises to deliver the best experience – between 20 to 30 times higher speeds than today coupled with brilliant voice experience and super-fast call connect. Finally, Airtel 5G Plus network will also be kinder to the environment with its special power reduction solution. Powered by the reliable Airtel network infrastructure, Airtel 5G Plus will provide superfast access to High-Definition video streaming, gaming, multiple chatting, instant uploading of photos et all. Commenting on the launch, Randeep Sekhon, CTO, Bharti Airtel said, “5G has revolutionized the world of internet, ushering new era of connectivity and communications that will prove to be a game-changer for the country. At Airtel, we remain committed to delivering the highest quality of network and service to our customers as we roll-out 125 more cities today. Airtel was the first in the country to offer 5G services in October 2022, and today’s mega launch is our promise to connect every Airtel customer in the country with ultra-fast Airtel 5G Plus. Our 5G rollout is on track to cover all towns and key rural areas by March 2024.” Airtel 5G Plus service availability will continue to rapidly expand – including service in all towns and villages in the country soon – as the company is working towards offering nationwide coverage. Airtel is now offering its 5G services in every major city from the upper northern city of Jammu to the southern tip of Kanyakumari. In the last one year, Airtel has demonstrated the power of 5G with a host of powerful use cases that will change the way customers lead their lives and do business. From India’s first live 5G network in Hyderabad to India's first private 5G network at the BOSCH facility in Bengaluru to partnering with Mahindra & Mahindra to make its Chakan manufacturing facility, India’s first 5G enabled auto manufacturing unit, Airtel has been at the forefront of 5G innovation. About Bharti Airtel Limited Headquartered in India, Airtel is a global communications solutions provider with over 500 Mn customers in 17 countries across South Asia and Africa. The company ranks amongst the top three mobile operators globally and its networks cover over two billion people. Airtel is India’s largest integrated communications solutions provider and the second largest mobile operator in Africa. Airtel’s retail portfolio includes high speed 4G/5G mobile broadband, Airtel Xstream Fiber that promises speeds up to 1 Gbps with convergence across linear and on-demand entertainment, streaming services spanning music and video, digital payments and financial services. For enterprise customers, Airtel offers a gamut of solutions that includes secure connectivity, cloud and data centre services, cyber security, IoT, Ad Tech and CPaaS (Airtel IQ). For more details visit www.airtel.com

In commemoration of International Women’s Day, the hospital conducts free eye checkup for women till March 31, 2023, across all its branches in Bengaluru. For registration, contact 080-48193435 In celebration of International Women’s Day, Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital, one of India’s largest networks of eye hospitals, is offering free eye checkups for women of all age groups across all its 11 branches in Bengaluru till 31st March 2023. This special initiative is aimed at raising awareness about the various eye diseases and disorders that women are at a higher risk of developing, such as ocular manifestations of autoimmune diseases, dry eye, low vision, thyroid eye diseases, and refractive errors. Dr. Archana S, Regional Head- Clinical Services, Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital, stated that “Biological sex differences affect ocular structure, gene expression, and other functions of the eye that influence eye health. Hence, it is important for women to undergo regular eye checkups to detect any eye disease or disorder at an early stage.” Dr. Archana S also added, “About 80% of those affected by autoimmune issues are women. Eye inflammation is one of the many possible effects of autoimmune diseases such as lupus, psoriasis, Reiter’s syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, and uveitis. Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder, which results in overproduction of the thyroid hormone affects more women than men. Thyroid eye diseases affect 16 in 100,000 women, while only 3 in the male population of equal size.” Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital has made special arrangements for screening and diagnosing such eye diseases and disorders that women are more susceptible to. The hospital’s month-long awareness campaign aims to educate women about the risks of eye diseases that arise from factors exclusive to them, such as hormonal surges during pregnancy and menopause, and susceptibility to autoimmune diseases. Women can register for a free eye checkup by contacting 080-48193435. This is an excellent opportunity for women to take care of their eye health and receive expert advice from experienced eye care professionals.

The recent catastrophic disaster in Turkey has left tens of thousands of people dead and thousands more injured. While the rescue phase is complete, the recovery and rehabilitation phase is just beginning. Many hospitals have been demolished and are not functional, and doctors, nurses, and staff have been stretched thin. To support the country during this critical time, Apollo Hospitals and LifeSigns have partnered to donate 1000 remote patient monitoring patches. These patches can be used in settings where patients need close vital signs monitoring, including cardiac rhythm. They allow doctors to reliably monitor a patient’s heart rate, ECG rhythm, respiratory rate, temperature, and position, and can also be used to connect to oxygen saturation monitoring devices. This will free up critical care beds for the sickest patients, and those who need care outside of hospitals or in the field can use the patches. Timely monitoring of vital signs is essential to avoid further loss of life, especially when patients may not have access to their usual care and medications, and are dealing with immense stress from their losses. Dr Sai Praveen Haranath from Apollo Hospitals stated, “Apollo Hospitals stands ready to assist Turkey in this hour of need to help with medical assistance and guidance from our entire critical care and sub-specialist teams, who can help with monitoring these patients.” The Founder & Director of Life signs, Mr Hari Subramaniam, who donated the patches, understands the critical need for such a device, stating, “As a company, we have always believed that vital signs need to be monitored anywhere, anytime, and our devices allow doctors to make important decisions for their patients to prevent harm and encourage healing.” The Turkish Medical Association Central Council General Secretary Prof. Vedat Bulut Said, “We are thankful for humanitarian health aid and the solidarity of Apollo Hospital Group on behalf of the Turkish Medical Association. All efforts to help the earthquake victims are invaluable. Adana Medical Chamber is now the logistic centre in the disaster zone, and all medical supplies are distributed from Adana to other cities. In particular, four cities were damaged badly, and even the buildings of medical chambers collapsed in these cities.” Dr Selahattin Menteş, Radiation Oncology Specialist, and President of Adana Medical Chamber said “We thank you for the international solidarity shown in the earthquake that affected a total of 11 provinces, including 15 million people.” This whole endeavour was made possible through an international network of volunteers spanning many countries and required extreme coordination and cooperation from busy doctors in Turkey who were already dealing with multiple issues related to the crisis. We are hopeful that this donation of devices and expertise will help build a medical bridge between these two great countries and alleviate suffering. About Apollo Apollo revolutionized healthcare when Dr Prathap Reddy opened the first hospital in Chennai in 1983. Today Apollo is the world’s largest vertically integrated healthcare platform with over 10,000 beds across 71 hospitals, 5,000 pharmacies and over 200 clinics and diagnostic centers as well as 150 telemedicine centers. It is the world’s leading cardiac center with over 160,000 surgeries and the world’s largest private cancer care provider. Apollo continues to invest in research to bring the most cutting-edge technologies, equipment and treatment protocols to ensure patients have the best available care in the world. Our 100,000 employees are dedicated to bringing you the best care and leaving the world better than we found it. Media Contacts Apollo Hospitals | Saurabh Bose | saurabh_bose@apollohospitals.com Adfactors PR| Aamir S- 98333 89578 | aamir.sayed@adfactorspr.com Adfactors PR | Tanisha- 9082444762 | tanisha@adfactorspr.com