The contribution is from the Satya and Rao Remala Family Foundation  Students with financial need from India will have support to earn a graduate law degree from Seattle University School of Law’s highly regarded Master of Laws (LLM) Program, thanks to a generous gift from the Satya and Rao Remala Family Foundation. This program – named the Remala Family Scholarship – will provide a full-tuition scholarship to one Indian student each year so they can complete their degree. The scholarship is open to meritorious students who demonstrate financial need. In addition to tuition, the Remala Family Fellows will receive academic support and mentoring to ensure the best possible experience and opportunity for success. “We are proud to support Seattle University School of Law’s efforts to build a bridge with India and its future law practitioners,” said Rao Remala, who leads the foundation with his wife, Satya. “The spirit of this scholarship aligns perfectly with our family foundation’s efforts to give aspiring Indian students access to first-rate higher education programs, so they can build better lives for themselves like I was able to do.” “The Remala Family Scholarship will enable us to attract and teach the next generation of leaders in law from India,” said Anthony E. Varona, dean of the law school. “The Remala Family Fellows who receive these scholarships in the years to come will benefit from life-changing opportunities here at Seattle U Law to move their careers forward and benefit their communities. In addition, the presence of these outstanding scholars at Seattle University will enhance our intellectual life and deepen our engagement with India, the world’s largest democracy.” Seattle U Law’s LLM Program offers two options. A tech focused LLM in Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, enables lawyers and recent law graduates to develop specific expertise in a variety of legal areas, including privacy law, data and cybersecurity, Internet law and digital commerce, financial technology, and artificial intelligence. Also available is a general LLM in American Legal Studies, which serves foreign-trained lawyers and graduates of non-U.S. law schools who want to learn U.S. law and/or sit for qualifying exams to practice law in the United States. “The globalized nature of commerce and technology in India means that attorneys need experience handling cross-border legal issues. Students in Seattle U law’s LLM Program gain valuable knowledge and training in these and other issues,” said Sital Kalantry, associate dean of graduate studies and international programs and associate professor of law. The Remala Family Scholarship application is posted on Seattle U Law’s website. A high-powered delegation from Seattle University recently visited India, including the President President Penalver, Dean of the law school Anthony E. Varona, Dean of the engineering school Amit Shukla, Dean of the business school Joe Phillips and Vice Dean of the business school Madhu Rao. They met various stakeholders, policy makers and education leaders to further enhance the institution’s already strong connect with the country. The India Center for Law and Justice, founded by Kalantry and based at Seattle U Law, promotes engagement with India through exchange programs and the hosting of distinguished speakers and conferences of legal scholars and lawyers from India and the U.S. It has also spearheaded the development of innovative fast-track dual degree programs with leading law schools in India – including Jindal Global Law School – where students are able to complete both an Indian law degree and an American law degree. The Satya and Rao Remala Family Foundation was established by Rao Remala and his wife Satya, with their daughters Srilata and Srilakshmi managing the day-to-day operations. Originally from India, Rao benefited greatly from his education. He emigrated to the United States in 1981 to work for Microsoft, becoming the 29th employee overall and the first from South Asia. During his 21-year career, he reported directly to Bill Gates and worked on many of the company’s best-known products, including Windows and Office. Since retiring from Microsoft, he has shifted his focus to angel investing and philanthropy through the auspices of his family’s foundation. He is currently with Cronus Ventures, a Bellevue-based venture capital firm founded by former Microsoft executives.

Authored by Dr. Swati Rajagopal, Consultant – Infectious Disease & Travel Medicine, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore As the world once again braces itself for the new wave of Covid-19 virus, nasal vaccines have now offered a sniffing hope to the people. Developed by Bharat Biotech and approved by the Government of India, these vaccines are now formally included as a booster dose in the vaccination program and are available at hospitals, private centres and on the CO-WIN platform. What is a nasal vaccine? A nasal vaccine or a spray for COVID-19 is administered through the nose and aims to restrict or stop the spread of the virus in the mucosal region. This prevents the virus from triggering an immune response from cells and molecules in this region. These vaccines do not require any formal training and the entire procedure is a painless needle-free procedure. Thus, nasal vaccines not only overcome vaccine hesitancy but also remove needle-associated risks. How do nasal vaccines work?  Nasal vaccines work on the mucosal lining and prompt an immune response right at the entry points of the virus which are primarily our nose and mouth. These vaccines stimulate immunity by developing and neutralizing IgG, mucosal IgA, and T-cell response. Also referred to as sterling immunity, nasal vaccines have been found to significantly cut down the spread of the virus even in asymptomatic and mild cases. What are the side effects of Nasal Vaccines?  Side effects of nasal vaccines include – Headache Fever Running nose Sneezing These vaccines are not being given to people who are allergic to any of its components, had a severe allergic reaction to it in the past and have acute infection or fever. How are these vaccines given to patients?  Currently, nasal vaccines have been approved for people of the age group 18 years and above as booster doses. These vaccines are given as 0.5ml doses (8 drops – 4 drops in each nostril) after 4 weeks of intervals. Can you take a nasal vaccine as a 4th booster dose?  CoWIN is currently not accepting nasal vaccines as a fourth dose. Also, regular immunization, and administering them at short intervals can cause ‘antigen skin’ which will limit the body’s ability to respond to the vaccines. This is also the reason why only people who have taken 2 doses of covid-19 vaccine are being given the option of nasal vaccines as a booster dose. How can you opt for nasal vaccines and when will they be available?  While iNCOVACC is available as an option on the CoWIN platform, however, the doses will be rolled out in the fourth week of January 2023. These vaccines will be available near your hospitals and private medical centres.

ASSOCHAM is serving the nation since 1920 as the Apex National Chamber with the unique distinction of representing over 4.5 lacs members be it large, medium & small-scale companies. The Chamber aims to empower stakeholders in the Indian economy by inculcating knowledge that will be the catalyst of growth in the dynamic global environment. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted economies, livelihoods, public services and opportunities on all continents. Travel, Tourism and Hospitality is one of the most affected sector during the pandemic. Although Travel, tourism and Hospitality development recovery is gradual and uneven but international tourism continued to recover at a strong pace in January-March 2022.India’s international tourist arrivals are expected to reach 30.5 million by 2028. India’s tourism market is set to be worth US$125 billion by FY 2026-27 due to improved infrastructure, more global connectivity, higher disposable incomes, and the development of niche tourism products. In continuations of existing initiative, we are happy to share that ASSOCHAM is bringing out its 12th Edition of “Travel, Tourism & Hospitality Directory”. Our Directory demanded by large section of Corporate Houses, MSMEs, Travel Agents, Tour Operators, Hotels & Customers, Government Departments, Agencies, Embassies, Media Houses and to mention a few etc. Few pages in the Directory are dedicated to carrying advertisements, offering a unique opportunity for organisations such as yours to promote their business across India. We invite you to accept this unique opportunity and derive benefits by releasing an appropriate the Advertisement in our esteemed publication. Along with the Advertisement material (PDF/JPG), we will also publish your organisational details separately. The Form & Advertisement Tariff are given below for your kind reference. TARIFF PROFORMA 2023 We would, indeed, be grateful if you could kindly accept our invitation and send the confirmation for releasing the Advertisement at the earliest. In case you have any query, please feel free in reaching out to the undersigned. We look forward to your affirmative response.

Garima Singh joins Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall as Director of Sales and Marketing. In her role, she will spearhead the Sales and Marketing department of the premium 212 key five-star hotel with 10 well-appointed meeting spaces and 02 Food & Beverage outlets. She holds an experience of 11 years in the hospitality industry, catering to many premium clients across the nation.  Garima began her career as a Management trainee at the iconic Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur in 2011 after securing a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management from the Institute of Hotel Management in Ahmedabad. Her business acumen and in-depth market knowledge motivated her to pivot into sales & marketing in 2014 as an Assistant Sales Manager. In her last role, she led the sales & events department at the Den Bengaluru and aided in the launch of the brand’s first hotel in the country as the Director of Sales.  “Garima is an extremely passionate and driven individual. Her expertise in sales and marketing makes her a valuable asset to our team. We are excited to have her on board” says Sachin Maheshwary, General Manager.  Garima enjoys many creative pursuits in her free time, her favourites being sketching and painting.  Hashtags: #grandmercuregopalanmall #grandmercure #bringingstoriestolife  About Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall features 212 spacious rooms including one & two-bedroom suites with elegant interiors and modern guest amenities. The hotel is located opposite RMZ Infinity and in close proximity to Bagmane Techpark, Bagmane World Technology Center, RMZ Millennia, Manyata Techpark and Indiranagar. The metro station is a short walk and the adjoining Gopalan Signature Mall offers multiple lifestyle options.  La Utsav, the all-day dining restaurant, offers an array of local flavours and global delicacies. 1026 AD, the Café & Alfresco is the perfect place to unwind after a busy day; featuring an array of speciality coffees and short eats. The hotel features eight elegant meeting spaces which can cater from 20 to 400 delegates, a fitness centre, salon and spa, a swimming pool, a dedicated entertainment zone, an Executive Lounge & library and a business centre.  Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall, Opp RMZ Infinity Techpark, Swamy Vivekananda Road, Bengaluru – 560093 Hotel Contact: Meera Anil – M: +91 95132 89977/E: meera.anil@accor.com  Media contact: Sridevi Rao 9844167547/9448701953/9886673090

One of the leading K12 school chains in India,  Orchids  The International School (OIS), has launched an e-waste collection campaign across its schools. The school chain has partnered with E-Parisara Pvt Ltd in the Bangalore region to sensitize students about the e-waste management process and how they can play a role in identifying e-waste products and contribute towards the e-waste recycling process by understanding the segregation process and disposal. With the goal of inculcating the best recycling habits amongst its students, OIS will be collecting e-waste from students across all Grades in its schools. E-Waste items include old or broken laptops, PC, Tabs, mouse, speakers, batteries, power banks, chargers, cookers, grinders, TV, headphones, CDs, and old mobile phones, among others. These items were shared with recycling centers of respective cities.  The school chain has collected around 500 kgs of e-waste products in the last one month from across branches from 4 cities -Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad. Overall 35000 students participated in the campaign. Speaking on the initiative, Ms. Sarvamangala Koti Singhal, Head of Public Relations & CSR at Orchids The International School, said, “Children today utilize several electronic items in their daily lives. But once these items become old or broken, they don’t have enough knowledge or provision for their proper disposal. It is important for them to understand the hazardous effect of electronic waste on the environment. Hence, through this campaign, students at OIS will get the opportunity to learn about proper e-waste disposal methods. We at Orchids, The International School, firmly believe that by spreading awareness through such initiatives, our students will be more mindful of the usage and disposal of products that affect our environment. They act as the Eco-warriors of tomorrow.” Orchids The International School is implementing the drive across its 90 branches spread over 25 major cities. The overall objective of the program is to promote sustainability and recycling. This is in line with the goals set by the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) 2.0 to fast-track the country’s smooth transition to a circular economy. About Orchids The International School Orchids The International School is one of the leading international K12 school chains in India and started its journey in 2002 with its first branch in Hyderabad. In less than two decades, it has grown into 90 branches spread over 25 major cities- Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Gurgaon, Chennai, Kolkata Nagpur, Nasik, Indore, Aurangabad. Modern physical infrastructure, personalized attention, and a carefully curated curriculum provide uniformity in all OIS schools. OIS follows the CBSE and ICSE curriculum infused with international teaching methodologies to provide a strong emphasis on personality development along with academic excellence. Currently, it has over 75000+ students and 7000+ teaching and non-teaching staff. Orchids’ core anthem is “Shaping minds, Touching lives.”