Revolutionizing Healthcare: Narayana Health Debuts India's First Medical Docu-Series - "InsidER"

In a ground breaking move, Narayana Health, one of India's leading healthcare providers, proudly unveiled its powerful new medical docu-series, "InsidER." This first-of-its-kind series offers an honest look at medical emergencies, sharing the stories of patients who faced incredible challenges. It highlights the importance of the golden hour of those critical moments in the ER, showing the deep impact these experiences have on patients and their families.

An exclusive preview event with doctors, patients, healthcare professionals, journalists, and survivors showcased the series' emotional power and its potential to change lives.

With 10 gripping episodes premiering exclusively on Jio Cinema, Jio TV, and TV+ on March 27th, "InsidER" brings to life the true stories of patients facing life-threatening emergencies. Viewers will witness their struggles, the urgency of the situations, and the amazing efforts of medical teams fighting to save lives. Each episode features accounts from patients and their families, giving a deeply personal perspective on these powerful stories.

Inspired by the powerful stories in "InsidER," Narayana Health also announced a revolutionary initiative – the Narayana Emergency Ambulance Response - NEAR. This initiative was born from the understanding that in an emergency, every second counts. NEAR uses technology to speed up emergency response by finding the user's location and sending the nearest ambulance team right away. With a single pan-India emergency number, NEAR provides support and expert guidance until help arrives.

“With 'InsidER,' Narayana Health brings the heart of emergency care directly to viewers. These are stories of struggle, resilience, and the unwavering dedication of our healthcare teams. We believe this series will inspire people and highlight the importance of acting swiftly during the 'golden hour' – those crucial moments when rapid intervention can make all the difference in an emergency”, said Dr Devi Shetty, Founder & Chairman of Narayana Health

“With 'InsidER,' Narayana Health goes beyond awareness to empowerment. This series brings the realities of medical emergencies to life, showing what bystanders, ER doctors, and specialists do to save lives. Together with our NEAR initiative, 'InsidER' is a powerful tool. "We want people to feel equipped with both the knowledge to act in those critical moments and the assurance that rapid help is always available through NEAR," added Dr Emmanuel Rupert, Managing Director & Group CEO at Narayana Health.

Join us as we embark on this enlightening journey with "InsidER," starting March 27th. Tune in to Jio Cinema, Jio TV and TV+ to witness real-life stories, learn essential emergency care tips, and discover the true meaning of timely intervention.

About Narayana Health:

Narayana Health, founded by the visionary Dr. Devi Shetty and headquartered in Bengaluru, is a leading presence in the global healthcare landscape. As the second-largest healthcare provider in India, Narayana Health offers a comprehensive range of super-specialty tertiary care facilities, establishing itself as the ultimate destination for healthcare needs. The group's Centers of Excellence in various medical domains, a team of 18,822 dedicated professionals, including 3,868 skilled doctors and specialists, and a relentless focus on patient well-being and clinical excellence underscore its position as a beacon of hope and healing in the healthcare industry.

AGM of Bangalore Ophthalmic Society Marks Swearing-In Ceremony of New Office Bearers For The Term 2024-2026

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Bangalore Ophthalmic Society (BOS) convened on March 24, 2024, heralding a new era of leadership with the induction of esteemed professionals to key positions within the society. The ceremony, held at [Venue], witnessed the swearing-in of the following individuals who will spearhead the society's initiatives for the next two years commencing from April 1, 2024:

President: Dr. Elan Kumaran

Vice President: Dr. Sribhargava NateshSecretary: Dr. Sandhya Rajendra PrasadDr. Sandhya Rajendra Prasad secures the position of Secretary unopposed,    

Treasurer: Dr. Venkatasubramaniam 

Academic Convener: Dr. Pallavi Joshi                                                                                                                                               

Joint Secretary: Dr. Priyank Solanki  

The new office bearers, encompassing a diverse range of expertise and experience, are committed to advancing the mission of the Bangalore Ophthalmic Society and fostering excellence in eye care delivery, education, and research.

Physics Wallah (PW) Launches Its Third Tech-Enabled Offline Vidyapeeth Centre In Bengaluru

Physics Wallah (PW), India’s leading ed-tech platform, has announced its third tech-enabled offline Vidyapeeth center in Bengaluru, underlining its commitment to establish educational hubs across India and make education more accessible to students.

PW’s Bengaluru Vidyapeeth centre boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure with 8 tech-enabled classrooms offering a conducive learning environment. The center also provides a self-study space, fostering a productive study atmosphere. Additionally, it has the Student Welfare Society (SWS), providing support for hostels, and transportation facilities. For the academic year 2024–2025 enrollment, it is offering an additional discount of 30% to students enrolling first for this academic year.

Additionally, it has organized a mega event under the name ‘Aagaz’ on March xx in PES University, 100 Feet Ring Road, Banashankari Stage III, Dwarka Nagar, Banashankari, Bengaluru, and counseled more than 3000 JEE and NEET aspirants, who were present along with their parents. Apart from this, PW’s top faculties, including Sachin Jhakhar and Amit Mahajan participated as mentors.

PW has opened 79 tech-enabled Vidyapeeth Centres across India, emerging as the fastest-growing ed-tech company with the third-largest offline network in nearly two years, serving over 2 lakh students. These centres offer a comprehensive curriculum for JEE/NEET.

PW offline Vidyapeeth centres offer the facilities of recorded lectures, assistance with NCERT materials, offline doubt-solving, Daily Practice Problems (DPPs) with video solutions, specialized modules, and Previous Year Questions (PYQs). These centres also have a dedicated desk for the Student Success Team (SST), making PW the only one to provide quick and personalized resolutions to student concerns. Additionally, there is also a parent-teacher dashboard system, which offers real-time updates on student progress.

PW Offline CEO Ankit Gupta stated, “With the launch of every offline centre, we get closer to our vision of establishing educational hubs across India, making quality education more accessible and alleviating financial burdens on parents. These centres are set to transform the educational landscape of the country.”

About Physics Wallah (PW)

Physics Wallah (PW) is a leading Indian EdTech company founded in 2020, and headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. PW is democratizing education on a massive scale in India, with a presence spanning online, offline, and hybrid modes, reaching 98% of India's pin codes. PW is reshaping India's educational landscape by providing free quality education to more than 4 crores of students through its 85 YouTube channels in 7 vernacular languages. Starting as a YouTube channel in 2014, PW became a Unicorn in 2022 and now it has more than 27 lakh paid students, and 1 crore app downloads on the PW App. PW has expanded into 28 test prep categories and a skilling vertical, with over 79 tech-enabled Vidyapeeth (offline) and 48 Pathshala (hybrid) centers across the country. PW is students' lifelong learning partner, empowering them throughout their educational trajectory, from a student to self-sufficient skilled professionals.

Beyond The Finish Line: Success of Toyota Greater Bengaluru Bidadi Half Marathon 2024

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), in association with BIA (Bidadi Industries Association) Foundation, today announced the successful culmination of the Toyota Greater Bengaluru Bidadi Half Marathon 2024, marking it as the first flagship event of its kind. This event was held at Bidadi and flagged off from scenic Jollywood Studio & Adventures and witnessed an overwhelming response from various segments of society, including local communities, employees, and family members and industries. The run was categorised across 21Km, 10Km and 5Km for the age group 16 years & above and a special category of 3Km for children between 8 years to 15 years. Themed under ‘RUN FOR SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY’, the marathon is aimed at fostering health consciousness, responsible road usage to leave a lasting positive impact on the region's social fabric.

The event, witnessing around 3000 participants from diverse backgrounds, graced by the esteemed chief and distinguished guests - Dr. S Selva Kumar, IAS, Principal Secretary of Department of Commerce & Industries, Government of Karnataka, Dr. Avinash Menon Rajendran, IAS, Deputy Commissioner & District Magistrate of Ramanagara District, and Mrs. Geetanjali Kirloskar, Chairperson & Managing Director of Kirloskar Systems Pvt. Ltd. Joining as Guest of Honours were Mr. Karthik Reddy, IPS, Superintendent of Police for Ramanagara District, Mrs. Anju Bobby George, the former Indian Olympian, and Senior Vice President of the Athletics Federation of India and Mr. K Srinivas, Director of Factories, Boilers, Industrial Safety & Health, Government of Karnataka, along with the participation of senior officials from BIA and senior leaders from Toyota Kirloskar Motor.

Founded in 2023 and formally registered under the Indian Trust Act, the BIA Foundation stands as a dedicated entity focused on catalysing community development initiatives within the Ramanagara district. Leveraging the generous contributions from industries situated in the Bidadi Industrial area and surrounding regions, the foundation is steadfast in its commitment to fostering meaningful change in the lives of local residents. The marathon served as a powerful symbol of unity, collaboration, and the unwavering resilience embedded within the community across all BIA industries.

Toyota given its commitment to road safety and sustainability is the Title sponsor for this event. The marathon not only celebrated physical endurance by inspiring individuals from all walks of life to push their boundaries but also promoted safety and sustainability message involving all stakeholders including community members. While all finishers received medals and E-certificates, top performers were awarded cash prizes.

Sharing his thoughts, Mr Sudeep S Dalvi, Senior Vice President, Director, and Chief Communication Officer, TKM: “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we are elated to celebrate the remarkable success of the first ever Toyota Greater Bengaluru Bidadi Half Marathon 2024. This event perfectly embodies our commitment to safety, sustainability, and community development. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the participants, winners, and supporters who contributed to making this event a huge success. Together with the BIA Foundation, we have created a platform that not only promotes fitness and healthy living but also fosters a sense of unity to promote safety and sustainability within the community. We take pride in supporting the BIA Foundation's commendable endeavours in this transformative journey and look forward to continuing our efforts towards positive change in the region.”

TKM expresses sincere appreciation to the BIA Foundation for their exemplary leadership and tireless efforts in organizing this impactful event, with strong support from all stakeholders, especially the industries in the Bidadi industrial region and the surrounding communities.

Thomson Launches An Exclusive Range Of Air Coolers Featuring Innovative Designs Powered By BLDC Technology

*  SPPL has invested INR 75 crore in a new manufacturing plant dedicated to air coolers

* The new Thomson air coolers have an exclusive patented design, making them one of the unique models in India

* The Cool Pro & Heavy Duty Series Air Coolers will be exclusively available for purchase on Flipkart starting March 23, 2024.

European consumer electronics brand THOMSON brings an all new range of Air Coolers this summer to provide relief from the hot months ahead. Sticking true to its ‘Make in India’ motto the brand is all geared up to start 2024 with a big bang by offering a large range of models. SPPL which is the exclusive brand licensee of THOMSON in India has invested INR 75 crore towards the new manufacturing unit in Noida. THOMSON currently has a market share of 10% in air coolers in the online space. The new Cool Pro & Heavy Duty series of Air Coolers will be available on Flipkart from 23rd March, 2024.

Thomson is set to give a tough competition to the home appliances market this summer. The brand offers an all new range of Air Coolers in Personal & Desert category available from 28 to 150 litres. THOMSON is launching the following models on Flipkart

Elated with the new launch Avneet Singh Marwah, CEO SPPL, Exclusive Brand Licensee of THOMSON in India, says “We are delighted to introduce our newest line-up of products to the Indian consumer, promising an exceptional experience in 2024 and beyond. Our commitment remains unwavering as we strive to provide cutting-edge technology crafted right here in India. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers, whose constant support has propelled our brand to unprecedented heights. Thomson’s innovative range of energy-efficient air coolers comes with features such as inbuilt auto swing technology, BLDC motor, and turbo air throw setting a new standard for savvy online shoppers. Embracing the forefront of e-commerce and the D2C market. Thomson has solidified its position as a leader in the smart TV category, consistently ranking among the top three best-selling brands online for over six years.” 

Air India Offers Special Business Class Fares For Flights On Select Asian Routes

Air India today announced a sale to offer special fares for its flights to and from countries in the South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Middle East. The limited-period promotion offers unmissable Business class fares for up to 35% less than the usual base fares.

The special fares are available on flights to and from Singapore, Bangkok, Phuket, Dhaka, Colombo, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Jeddah, Bahrain, Muscat, and Kuwait.

Bookings under the sale are open for two weeks, ending 02 April 2024 for travel until 30 September 2024. The sale offers are available for both, one-way and round trips, and points of sale in India and outside of India.

The seat inventory on sale is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.. 

The sale is open on all channels, including Air India’s website (www.airindia.com), mobile app, airport ticketing offices, city booking offices. The sale fares are also available with online travel agents (OTAs) and other authorised travel partners.

About Air India:

Founded by the legendary JRD Tata, Air India pioneered India’s aviation sector. Since its first flight on October 15, 1932, Air India has built an extensive domestic network with non-stop flights to cities around the world, across the USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Far-East, South-East Asia, Australia, and the Gulf. After 69 years as a government-owned enterprise, Air India and Air India Express were welcomed back into the Tata group in January 2022.

Air India is navigating through a major five-year transformation roadmap under the aegis of Vihaan.AI, with an ambition to become a world class airline with an Indian heart. The first phase of this transformation, the taxi phase was recently concluded, and focused on fixing the basics. These included bringing back to service many long grounded aircraft, addition of talent across flying and ground functions, rapid upgradation of technology and strengthening of customer care initiatives amongst others. 

A member of Star Alliance, the largest global airline consortium of leading international airlines, Air India offers seamless connectivity and facilities to passengers all over the world.

Samsung To Bring AI And Hyper Connectivity To Tech-Savvy Indian Consumers: Samsung Vice Chairman And CEO, JH Han

* Visits flagship connected lifestyle experience store Samsung BKC in Mumbai, invites consumers to experience Samsung’s newly launched AI innovations across TVs, Digital Appliances and Smartphones

Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics, visited Samsung BKC at Jio World Plaza, Mumbai for the first time since the store’s opening and underlined the Company’s commitment to the Indian market by bringing AI and hyper connectivity to its tech-savvy consumers. He also invited consumers to come and experience Samsung’s latest AI innovations across its product portfolio, from televisions and digital appliances to smartphones.

“AI will enable connected technologies to improve people’s daily lives while always remaining non-intrusive and in the background. With our model of open collaboration, we want to bring AI and hyper-connectivity to all our consumers. India is the next big playground for AI and our flagship Samsung BKC store is an embodiment of our ‘AI for All’ vision and will showcase ‘One Samsung’. At the various zones of the store, consumers can see our AI vision in reality and experience how smarter, better experiences will redefine how we live,” said Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics.

Earlier this year, Han unveiled Samsung’s ‘AI for All’ vision at CES, showcasing how AI will enable people to experience their devices more intuitively and conveniently than ever before. As part of its ‘AI for All’ vision, Samsung in January unveiled Galaxy AI in its new Galaxy S24 smartphone series.

Han said India is one of the biggest and fastest-growing markets globally and offers a huge opportunity for Samsung.

“India has a large population of tech-savvy young consumers that inspire us to innovate. Here, thousands of young, enterprising youth work at our R&D centres to bring cutting edge technologies such as AI to the world. We are proud of them,” said Han.

Samsung recently inaugurated the connected lifestyle experience store Samsung BKC where consumers can experience ‘One Samsung’. This entails Samsung’s latest AI innovations and how it powers the Company’s connected devices ecosystem.

The Company has been in India for over 28 years, having begun operations here in 1995. Samsung continues to be deeply committed to India with two state-of-the-art manufacturing plants, three R&D centres and one design centre that employ thousands of people.