Wednesday, March 30, 2022

TiE BANGALORE SURVEY FINDINGS ABOUT WHAT ENTREPRENEURS REALLY NEED TO SUCCEED IN FY'23.

 The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE)is world's largest non profit organisation
for entrepreneurs founded in 1992. Acting as one stop Destination for 
Education,Mentoring,Funding,Networking & Incubation, TiE since 
its founding has done an exemplary liaison between aspiring entrepreneurs
and the entrepreneurial eco system.Since its founding in 1992,Tie  has 
expanded its presence to 14 countries & 62 chapters with more than 15,000
members & 3000 chapter members.TiE Bangalore was the first Chapter 
founded in 1999 outside of USA, and has played a pioneering role in
fostering the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

TiE  Bangalore conducted in depth survey about what entrepreneurs  
really need to succeed in FY'23.The survey findings are as follows:

1.77% of entrepreneurs surveyed believe that networking is a major
   Challenge.

2.63% of respondents noted that they need to rapidly build their own 
   learning & internal capabilities.

3.56% of entrepreneurs cited finding & connecting with the right
   mentors as a challenge.

4. Interestingly,only 40% of entrepreneurs  surveyed shared that 
   they needed help in accessing the capital.

TiE Bangalore interviewed 200+ entrepreneurs across Bangalore 
Viz.Founders of early stage startups,D2C,Fintech,Health care,
manufacturing,gaming,Mobility,Agritech etc.Around 15% were
woman founders.TiE has mentored more than 25,000 startups
globally which have generated over 2.5 million jobs & USD 1 
Trillion + in wealth creation.

Mr.B.J.Arun,Chairman,TiE Global said," The Indian startup has
indeed taken off 42 startups becoming Unicorns in 2021 & another
13 turning Unicorns within the first three months  in 2022 ".


Mr.Madan Padaki, President TiE Bangalore said,"The survey has 
validated that the four Pillars of TiE i.e Networking.Mentoring,
Education & Incubation are as relevant today as before".

Thursday, March 17, 2022

BGS GLENEAGLES GLOBAL HOSPITAL ACHIEVES A NEW MILESTONE BY COMPLETING 640+ KIDNEY TRANSPLANTS.

 BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital  adds another feather to its cap by
completing 640+ kidney transplants in the span of 12 years. In the 
midst of the COVID pandemic,the hospital treated critical End stage
cases, keeping saving lives & robust care as their motto.Adhering to
COVID norms laid by the government,the team performed 39 
transplants(2020) & 70 transplants(2021),as the doctors witnessed
a gradual increase in the number of End Stage Renal Disease(ESRD)
cases. In the last 2 years,4 couples underwent Paired Kidney Exchange
(PKE) & the doctors also performed 4 ABO incompatible transplants.

The hospital has state-of-the-Art infrastructure & a highly experienced
team of specialists who are well equipped to treat all kinds complex 
kidney diseases & transplants includingABO incompatible,ESRD
and preemptive transplant.Doctors are witnessing a rapid increase 
in cases of chronic kidney disease & ESRD among young population
due to lifestyle changes like diet & obesity.

Dr.Anil Kumar B.T. Senior Nephrologist & Transplant Physician at
BGS Gleneagles  Global Hospital,Bengaluru said while addressing 
media."Organ donation & transplantation programs suffered a
major setback during the COVID 19 pandemic. Transplant numbers
dropped by about 50-90% during the peak of the pandemic.The
effects of COVID were both direct & indirect.The indirect effect on
on kidney transplant included the transplant recipients missing their
regular visits,not getting the life saving immunosuppressive medications
on time."

Dr.Narendra S,Senior Urologist & Chief Transplant surgeon at BGS
Gleneagles Hospital,Bengaluru said," Many countries donot have
transplantation facilities compelling them to travel here. Transplantation
improves the quality of life & survival for all end stage kidney disease
patients compared to dialysis. Improved lifestyle & early detection are
the only solutions to prevent kidney diseases".


Sunday, March 6, 2022

LATEST GENERATION WESTERN APOMORPHINE THERAPY DEVICES FOR PARKINSON'S PATIENTS LAUNCHED IN BENGALURU.

 For the first time that advanced,third generation apomorphine pumps &pens
used in western countries,manufactured by German Pharma major Ever Pharma,
launched in Bengaluru by Celera Neuro Sciences Pvt.Ltd.  

Celera Neuro sciences will be opening clinics in hospitals all over India in
collaboration with prominent neurologists to administer Apomorphine therapy
to patients with these first generation western pumps & pens. The state of the Art 
apomorphine delivery devices widely used in Europe ,were unveiled by Dr.K.Sudhakar
Minister for Medical Education & Health,Govt.of Karnataka,at the symposium on
Parkinson's Disease in Bengaluru organised by King's College,London (UK) and

Parkinson's Research Alliance of India (PRAI)

Dr.Babu Narayanan,Medical Director,Celera Neuro Sciences,said," Parkinson's
patients till now had only Two options : Oral Pills for early stages of the disease
or Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery for advanced stages.These latest 
generation European apomorphine delivery devices fill this gap & offer an
important medical option in the management of Parkinson's disease & improving
quality of life."


Friday, March 4, 2022

WAYCOOL LAUNCHES Ai POWERED OUTGROW APP FOR FARMERS.

 WayCool Foods & Products (P) Ltd.,India's fastest growing agri-commerce 
Company,has a multi channel product range such as fresh produce,staples & 
 dairy serving over 1,00,000 clients in the food economy. The company launched 
its next gen Ai powered "OUTGROW App",which will provide comprehensive
advisory & personalised solutions in Tamil,Kannada,Telugu,Hindi,Marathi 
and English languages.This Outgrow App aims to assist small,medium and
marginalised farmers to increase their income & Profitability.This App
during its launch phase will support farmers based in Tamilnadu,Karnataka
Maharashtra,Andhra Pradesh & Telengana offering a boutique of services
like Mandi prices,Automated soil testing facilities & Crop health.

Addressing media,Mr.Sendhil Kumar,Head Farmer Engagement & Outgrow,
Way Cool foods,Said," Today, a farmer depends on multiple platforms and at
times is overexposed to unsolicited advisory sources.We are bringing all basic
farm inputs under one roof,backing it up with scientific tools,and in their 
own language.Farmers can download the Outgrow App for free from
google play store".

Mr.Karthik Jayaraman,Managing Director,Way Cool Foods said," We have
built  a strong network of 85,000 + farmers,and over three years we 
demonstrated to a lot of farmers on how they can increase their income
and profitability through natural farming & regenerative agricultural
practices."

The Company aims to reach a target of Rs.1000 crores during this
financial year.  

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

BENGALURU INDIA NANO 2022 BEGINS ON MARCH,7th TILL 9TH 2022 VIRTUALLY.

India's flagship Nanotech event focusing on Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
BENGALURU INDIA NANO 2022 will begin on March,7th,2022 virtually
in Bengaluru.The Three day event  will have the theme" Nanotech for
Sustainable Future".

The Chief Minister of Karnataka Mr.Basavaraj S Bommai will be inaugurating
the event.Mr.Rajeev Chandrasekhar,Minister of State for Electronics & IT,
Skill Development & Entrepreneurship,GOI.will be the Guest of Honour.

There will be participation from Global Innovation Alliance (GIA),Partners 
from Canada,Germany,Israel,Japan & North Rhine-Westphalia(NRW).There
will be 2500 delegates,40 exhibitors & 75 renowned speakers for the event.
Addressing the media,Dr.C.N.Ashwath Narayan,Minister for  Electronics
IT,BT &ST,Higher Education,Skill Development,Entrepreneurship&
Livelihood,Govt.of Karnataka said,"Due to pandemic,many national and
International experts are unable to participate in the event physically,prompting 
us to plan the event virtually.We are fortunate that the event is taking place
under the guidance of Bharat Ratna C.N.R.Rao,who is the Honorary 
Chairman of the Nano Technology Vision group ".

Prof.Ajay Sood,FRS,Chairman,Conference Executive Committee,Bengaluru,
Dr.E.V.Ramana ReddyIAS,Addl.Chief Secretary,Dept.of Electronics,IT&BT,
Commerce & Industries,GOK,Mr.A.B.Basavaraju,IAS,Director (Technical)
Dept.of Electronics IT BT &S&T,M.D. Karnataka Science & Technology
Promotion Society,GOK also participated in the curtain raiser press meet.





Monday, February 28, 2022

BEL PAYS INTERIM DIVIDEND OF Rs.186 CRORES TO GOVERNMENT OF INDIA,

Bharat electronics Ltd., a Navratna Defence PSU has paid an interim dividend
150 % on its paid up capital amounting to Rs.186 crores to Government of India
for the FY 2021-22.This is the 19th consecutive year that BEL is paying interim
Dividend. BEL has paid a total dividend of 400% on its paid up capital for the 
financial year 2020-21.
                                             Mrs.Anandi Ramalingam,Chairman & Managing
                                             Director -Addl.Charge BEL handing over the cheque 
                                             for Rs.186,89,60,967/- to Mr.Rajnath Singh,Defence  
                                            Minister, Govt.of India in New Delhi.

Sunday, February 20, 2022

IIHM LAUNCHES INSTITUTE OF PASTRY & CULINARY AND THE FIRST EVER CHOCOLATE HOTEL IN BANGALORE.

Bengaluru,20th Feb.2022  :
The International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM)has launched a world class 
Pastry School,Institute of Patisserie & Culinary (IIPC) headed by renowned Pastry 
Expert ,Chef Avijit Ghosh.


IIPC's first ever unique Chocolate Hotel is all set to open doors in Bangalore. A Hotel,Cafe,Banquet,rooms & buffet designed,inspired & themed on chocolate is an incredible &an unexplored area.The new Hotel will have its own chocolate Cafe and chocolate buffet with the best International chocolate brands displaying their products.

Young culinary talents who aspire to become Pastry Chefs or home makers who want to master the art of making chocolates can learn from IIPC who will start special classes to learn chocolate making. IIPC will be offering  six months & nine months certificate courses in Patisserie which also have the residential option.IIPC will also offer weekend courses & customised residential courses.

Chef Avijit Ghosh said, " at IIPC people interested in learning the art of chocolate making will find lot of inspiration for making various kinds of Chocolates & Pastries".

Dr.Suborno Bose,The chairman & Chief Mentor of IIHM said," This is going to be the first Chocolate Hotel in India where everything will be themed in Chocolate ".

Thursday, February 10, 2022

PRISTYN CARE DOUBLES ITS SURGICAL CENTRES & CROSSES ONE MILLION PATIENT INTERACTIONS.

 PRISTYN CARE - Patient interactions crossed One million mark,
making Pristyn care a leader in secondary care surgeries.In line with
its commitment  of enhancing access & ensuring high quality secondary
care surgeries through an innovative care delivery model,Pristyn Care
doubled its surgery care centres to 800 in 2021.

Pristyn Care operates on an innovative full stack care delivery model
to ensure that high quality surgical care is offered to patients at an
affordable cost. The company has 400 full time expert doctors who
have a wealth of experience of performing surgeries  for 50+ diseases
using the most advanced surgical technology & equipment.

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

KERALA TRAVEL MART -KTM - CHANGE OF DATE.

 KERALA TRAVEL MART (KTM) -11th Edition scheduled to be
 held from March,24 To March,27,2022 will now be held from
5th May To 8th May,2022 at Kochi.



This was announced by Dr.Venu,IAS,Addl.Chief Secretary,Kerala
Government in the virtual press Meet held today.Others who were 
present were,Mr.Krishna Teja,IAS,Director,Kerala Tourism,
Mr.Baby Mathew,President,KTM Society & Past Presidents &
Managing Committee members of KTM Society also participated.

BOLD / TRANSPARENT / GROWTH ORIENTED / NEXT GEN BUDGET.

 The Budget presented by Ms.Nirmala Sitaraman,Finance minister 
is Bold/Transparent & Growth Oriented.The budget is also forward
looking.There is a strong flavour of consistency & continuous
spending on infrastructure which is positive aspect of the budget.

Further, the Budget is futuristic especially  regarding 5G auction
and also Digital currency. Let us wait for the Fine Print of the budget.

Saturday, January 15, 2022

BANGALORE BAPTIST HOSPITAL -INAUGURATES WOMEN & CHILDREN'S HEALTH CARE & RESEARCH CENTRE AND LIVING & LEARNING CENTRE.

 Bangalore Baptist Hospital inaugurated Women & Children's Healthcare and
Research Centre & also Living & Learning Centre(LLC) yesterday in the
Hospital premises following all Covid Protocols.This event was hosted by 
Dr.Shelby L Garner,Project Manager,USA Associate Professor & Fulbright
Scholar ,Baylor University & Dr.Lyn Prater,Clinical Professor,Baylor University.
 
Women & Children's Health care & Research Centre is a modern facility with  
Out patient & In Patient facilities with state -of- the- art operation theatres,Neo Natal & Paediatric 
ICU's, Labour & Delivery Suites & other related facilities. The Living & Learning Centre
 is a 25,000 Sq.ft facility which can house about 220 nursing students,young nurses
in training,allied health students & Post graduate resident doctors.Smart Class rooms
equipped with modern technologies and innovations are part of this facility.

Dr.Spurgeon Rachaprolu, Director,Bangalore Baptist Hospital,expressed his 
appreciation & acknowledged the enabling partnership with USAID & Baylor
University. Dr.J.V Peter,Chairman of the Governing Board & Director of 
Christian Medical College,Vellore, conveyed his greetings. "Patient Care,Research,
Teaching & Outreach are critical aspects of a vibrant Health Care Organisation,
 BBH has excelled in all these areas." he said.


Ms.Veena Reddy,Mission Director,USAID,India sent her message online.
Dr.Philip Thomas,Associate Director,Bangalore Baptist Hospital,welcomed 
the Guests & those were Online. Dr.Naveen Thomas,Senior Advisor,Head,
Networking & Development, presented the project Overview.


Tuesday, December 21, 2021

ODISHA -INDIA'S BEST KEPT SECRET- ROAD SHOW IN BENGALURU.

 Odisha promotes niche tourism in Bengaluru.The Roadshow was
organised in association with FICCI.

Odisha-India's Best Kept Secret, has lots of places of interest to both
domestic & Foreign Tourists.Odisha is among Top 3 investment
destinations in the country for last 15 years.The state produces 20%
of Steel & 54 % of country's Aluminium .The state has 480 Kms of
coast line & have the best beaches in the country like Golden Beaches,
White sand beaches & Black sand beaches.Odisha is blessed with
spread of ethnic mosaic with 62 culturally vibrant tribes,including
13 primitive tribal groups who are found sprinkled all over the state.
The Tribal population constitutes an impressive 22.8% of the state's
total population.

Odisha is the land of temples ,arts,Crafts,fairs & festivals,with its rich
heritage,culture,& unique bio-diversity.Odisha boasts of the UNESCO 
heritage site of the Sun Temple,the Golden triangle of Puri-Konark-
                                  Mr.Sachin R Jadhav -Director of Tourism,Govt.of Odisha 
                                  addressing the media.Mr.Jyoti Prakash Panigrahi,Minister of
                                  Tourism,Odia Language,Literature & Culture,Govt.of Odisha
                                  is seated in the Centre.

Bhubaneshwar. Besides, the magnificient monuments like the
Khandagiri & Udayagiri Caves of the 1st century B.C,the Dhauli rock
inscriptions of Asoka of the 3rd century B.C,the state also has the
Laxmaneswar group of temples of the 6th & 7th Century A.D.
Odisha has the unique distinction of having the famous Puri 
Jagannath temple,annual Rath yatra which is very important 
religious destination for Hindus.



The historic Kalinga war was fought by the side of the river Daya,
(kindness) which criss crosses near the city of Bubaneshwar. Thus,
ODISHA is a land of everything a Tourist-both domestic & Foreign
ask for.