“ಧನುರ್ಮಾಸ ಸಮಾಪ್ತಿ- ಪೌರ್ಣಮಿ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ಪ್ರಾತಃಕಾಲ ಸಾಮೂಹಿಕ ಶ್ರೀಸತ್ಯನಾರಾಯಣ ವ್ರತ ಪೂಜೆಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ದರ್ಶನ ಪಡೆದ ಭಕ್ತರು”
ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನ ಜಯನಗರ 5ನೇ ಬಡಾವಣೆಯ ನಂಜನಗೂಡು ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳವರ ಮಠದಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಮಪೂಜ್ಯ ಶ್ರೀ 1008 ಶ್ರೀ ಸುಬುಧೇಂದ್ರತೀರ್ಥ ಶ್ರೀಪಾದಂಗಳವರ ಆದೇಶ ಅನುಗ್ರಹದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಶ್ರೀ ಮಠದ ಹಿರಿಯ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಾಪಕರಾದ ಆರ್. ಕೆ. ವಾದೀಂದ್ರಾಚಾರ್ಯರ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ “ಪೌರ್ಣಮಿ”ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ಸಾಮೂಹಿಕ ಶ್ರೀ ಸತ್ಯನಾರಾಯಣ ವ್ರತ ಪೂಜೆಯನ್ನು ಪುರೋಹಿತರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ನಂದಕಿಶೋರಾಚಾರ್ಯರು ಮತ್ತು ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಕಟ್ಟಿ ಆಚಾರ್ಯರು ನೆರವೇರಿಸಿದರು. ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ನೂರಾರು ಭಕ್ತರು ಮತ್ತು ಸೇವಾ ಕರ್ತೃಗಳು ಸತ್ಯನಾರಾಯಣವ್ರತ ಪೂಜೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪಾಲ್ಗೊಂಡು ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ದರ್ಶನ ಪಡೆದು ತೀರ್ಥ “ಮಂತ್ರಾಕ್ಷತೆ” ಪ್ರಸಾದವನ್ನು ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಶ್ರೀ ಹರಿ ವಾಯು ಗುರುಗಳಿಗೆ ಸಮರ್ಪಿಸಿದ “ಹುಗ್ಗಿ ಮತ್ತು ಪೊಂಗಲ್” ಪ್ರಸಾದವನ್ನು ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸಿ ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಅನುಗ್ರಹಕ್ಕೆ ಪಾತ್ರರಾದರು.
* The new mobile clinics will provide free medical care to underserved populations in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, and Kalaburagi in Karnataka *The launch is part of an initiative by Aster Volunteers to focus on providing medical care to marginalized communities in the North India region. * Aster Volunteers Mobile Clinics through its global network of 50 units across India, the Middle East, and Africa, can benefit at least 1 million people annually getting free health support services.
Bangalore, January 3, 2025: Aster Volunteers, the global CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) arm of Aster DM Healthcare, launched two IoT-enhanced Mobile Medical Clinics with Tele-Medicine Services to provide free medical care to underserved populations in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, and Kalaburagi in Karnataka, which will take the total number of Mobile Clinics by Aster Volunteers to 50.
The units were flagged off by the Hon’ble Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, in the presence of Ms. Alisha Moopen, Managing Director and Group CEO of Aster DM Healthcare, Mr. Anoop Moopen, Director of Aster DM Healthcare Ltd and Mr TJ Wilson, Executive Director & Group Head – Corporate Governance, Aster DM Healthcare Ltd. Prabal Pratap Singh Tomar, Vice President of the Indian Lawn Tennis Association & Delhi President of Mixed Martial Arts, who has agreed to volunteer, will extend his support to further help this initiative reach the rural areas across the country. The launch is an important step in an ongoing initiative by Aster Volunteers, aimed at improving access to medical care for marginalized communities across the North India region and beyond.
The new mobile units are custom built on Ashok Leyland Mitr 7 meter long Chassis, equipped with IoT-integrated telemedicine services, and essential facilities such as a patient waiting area and registration desk, vital data collection desk, basic mini lab with refrigerated storage, safe storage of medicine and dispensing facility, consultation Room for General Practitioner, Specialist and Super-Specialist tele-consultation facility (IoT Integrated), large size TV for health education and awareness programs, and expandable awning for outdoor shade, significantly enhancing healthcare accessibility. The mobile clinics also have air conditioning, infection control mechanisms, and Wi-Fi connectivity and can navigate remote village roads, thereby reaching marginalized communities. These mobile clinics are part of Aster DM Healthcare CSR efforts in India, undertaken in strategic partnership with Ashok Leyland.
Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS) is a one-of-a-kind CSR initiative by Aster Volunteers, backed by Aster DM Foundation, aimed at bridging the gap in healthcare accessibility by providing free medical camps and disaster aid support to needy communities in remote areas. The 50 Mobile Clinics have been achieved over a period of 12 years and increasing its networks gradually. These units are deployed across India, Middle East & Africa Regions and other South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Sri-Lanka and Nepal, will be able to benefit at least 1 million people per annum from the FY 2025-26 period onwards.
Currently, 31 Mobile Clinic by Aster Volunteers across India are present in various places in states like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Odisha, Delhi, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, UP, Bihar. West Bengal Jammu & Kashmir and upcoming are in Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. Aster Volunteers planning to add 10 more units in the year 2025, a good number of that shall benefit people across North India Region, as part of their commitment towards making healthcare accessible and affordable.
On this momentous occasion, Hon’ble Vice-President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar said, “The launch of these Mobile Medical Clinics is a notable initiative towards enhancing healthcare access for underserved populations, which is the need of the hour. This initiative truly shines not only in its delivery of essential medical services but also in the impact it creates toward furthering the broader goal of enhancing healthcare in our country and beyond. The integration of technology with mobility, allowing high-quality care to be provided even in the most remote locations is praiseworthy. I commend the vision and dedication of Aster Volunteers, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, behind this effort, reflecting values of compassion and responsibility.”
Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder & Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare, commented, “Through this initiative, we are committed to providing accessible healthcare to underserved communities using advanced technologies and sustainable practices. The launch of new mobile clinics marks a significant step in our mission to empower individuals and transform communities. Moving forward, we aim to expand our reach deeper in North India to serve marginalized populations more effectively.”
Over the last 7 years Aster Volunteers have touched the lives of 5.6 million people engaging more than 75,000 Volunteers as a movement envisaged by Dr. Moopen and the team. Aster Volunteers initiative has created significant social impact, through initiatives focused on healthcare, education, social upliftment, environmental sustainability, and disaster aid, building a bridge between those who have and have not.
ಶ್ರೀ ನಿಜ ಶರಣ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯನವರ 905ನೇ ಜಯಂತಿ ಮತ್ತು ವಿವಿಧ ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ಪ್ರೆಸ್ ಕ್ಲಬ್ ಆಫ್ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಪತ್ರಿಕಾ ಗೋಷ್ಠಿಯನ್ನು ಕಾರ್ಯಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಪ್ರಮೋದ್ ಮಧ್ವರಾಜ್, ಶ್ರೀ ನಿಜ ಶರಣ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯನವರ ಗುರುಪೀಠ( ದಿ) ಸುಕ್ಷೇತ್ರ ನರಸಿಪುರ ಹಾವೇರಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಮಾಜಿ ಸಚಿವರು ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸರಕಾರ, ರವರ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ಗುರುಪೀಠದ ಮುಖಂಡರುಗಳ ಸಮ್ಮುಖದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಸಿ ಕೆಳಕಂಡ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ನೀಡಿದರು.
ಸ್ಥಳ: ಶ್ರೀ ನಿಜ ಶರಣ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯನವರ ಗುರುಪೀಠ(ರಿ), ಸುಕ್ಷೇತ್ರ ನರಸಿಪುದ, ಹಾವೇರಿ : 14 ಮತ್ತು 15 ಜನವರಿ 2025.
ಶ್ರೀ ನಿಜ ಶರಣ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯನವರ ಗುರುಪೀಠದಲ್ಲಿ 7ನೇ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಶರಣ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿ ಉತ್ಸವವನ್ನು ವಿಜೃಂಭಣೆಯಿಂದ ಆಚರಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ, ಶ್ರೀ ನಿಜ ಶರಣ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯನವರ 905ನೇ ಜಯಂತಿಯನ್ನು ಆಚರಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ.
ಮುಖ್ಯ ಅತಿಥಿಗಳು : ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಗೌರವಾನ್ವಿತ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳು ಶ್ರೀ ಸಿದ್ದರಾಮಯ್ಯನವರು
ವಿವಿಧ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಗಳು: ಶ್ರೀ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯನವರ ತೊಟ್ಟಿಲು ಉತ್ತವ ಹಾಗೂ ಮೂಲ ಐಕ್ಕ ಮಂಟಪದ ಪೂಜೆ
ಸಮಾಜ ಸೇವೆ: ರಕ್ತದಾನ ಶಿಬಿರ
ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಗಳು : ಸರಳ ಸಾಮೂಹಿಕ ವಿವಾಹ ಮಹೋತ್ಸವ, ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಗಳು: ರಾಜ್ಯಮಟ್ಟದ ವಚನ ಕಂಠಪಾಠ ಸ್ಪರ್ಧೆ, ಪ್ರಪ್ರಥಮ ಐತಿಹಾಸಿಕ ಗಂಗಾರತಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ. ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯಕ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ: ಶ್ರೀ ನಿಜ ಶರಣ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯನವರ ಗ್ರಂಥ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ.
ಹಾಗಾಗಿ ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವು ಸಮಸ್ತ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಜನತೆಗ ಹಾಗೂ ಅಂಬಿಗ, ಮೀನುಗಾರ. ಕಬ್ಬಲಿಗ ಹಾಗೂ ಇನ್ನಿತರ ಮೀನುಗಾರ ಸಮಾಜದ ಬಂಧುಗಳು ಆಗಮಿಸಲು ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಯಶಸ್ವೀ ಗೊಳಿಸಲು ತಮ್ಮಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಾರ್ಥಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತೇವೆ ಅಂದರು.
Equitas Small Finance Bank is deeply committed to empowering lives, supporting communities and prioritizing customer well-being over the past 17 years. Our guiding principle of fairness, transparency and compassion have shaped our journey in transforming countless lives across the country.
Recently there have been some media reports about a particular case in the city of Belagavi. In this case, the reports seemingly indicates that Equitas has removed certain family members including a child in a high handed manner and taken possession of a property mortgaged to the Bank.
We regret deeply the inconvenience caused to the customer and their family members due to the execution of the Court order. We will be in touch with the customer to ensure that they are not put to any hardship, while also enabling them to meet their financial commitments to the Bank.
The reality is that this account has been in NPA for about a year and a half. In the recovery case filed by the Bank, there has been no representation from the borrower. The Bank, as per its normal practice of helping out customers who are in arrears, offered certain settlement terms which include typically interest waivers and in deserving cases, a part of principle waiver also.
However, there was no progress in the case either for normal payment or settlement, leaving the Bank with no option but to approach the Court. The Court appointed a Commissioner to take possession of the property which was executed by the Commissioner.
Equitas remains committed to helping, to the best of our abilities and within the regulatory framework, all our borrowers. Accordingly in this case, as much as in other such cases, the Bank is always open for settlements and restructuring to help customers come back out of their defaults.
Equitas is very humane Bank. During the first wave of COVID, almost 97% of the borrowers of Equitas availed Moratorium, which is probably amongst the highest by any Bank in the country. And in wave two, we had restructured loans worth about ₹ 2,000 cr for hundreds of thousands of customers, whose source of income had been affected during COVID.
We remain committed to the well-being of all our customers. Equitas means Fair & Transparent and true to our name and our core philosophy, we are always fair and transparent in our dealings with all our stakeholders.
In this particular instance also, we will work with our customer to bring about an amicable solution and ensuring the dignity and well-being of the customer and their family members.
Bangalore, India, January 10, 2025 — Salesforce, the world’s #1 CRM, today announced Trupeer.ai as the winner of the AI Pitchfield Finale, an exclusive pitch competition showcasing the ingenuity and potential of AI-driven startups from the Indian technology ecosystem. Trupeer.ai was recognized for its innovation in driving a multimodal Generative AI platform that enables everyone to create studio-quality product videos and guides instantly, at a fraction of the cost, from just rough screen recordings. Subject to due diligence and the contest rules, Trupeer.ai was awarded a $100K investment through a modified SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) by Salesforce Ventures. This financial support underscores Salesforce Ventures’ commitment to empowering the next generation of AI entrepreneurs and driving transformative change across industries.
AI Pitchfield, hosted by the Salesforce Startup Community and in collaboration with Salesforce Ventures, Lightspeed India Partners, and Khaitan & Co, was designed to empower startups building transformative AI solutions. The finale spotlighted five innovative startups — Nektar.ai, Alltius, Inspeq.ai, Maximor, and Trupeer.ai that demonstrated how AI is revolutionizing industries with personalized solutions and enhanced operational efficiencies. These included solutions for revenue efficiency, smart manufacturing, financial services, accounting automation, and AI-enhanced content creation from the Indian technology ecosystem. The shortlisted startups had the opportunity to present their ideas to an esteemed panel of judges, including Arundhathi Bhattacharya, CEO & Chairperson of Salesforce India; Sanket Atal, Managing Director – India Operations & Technology, Salesforce India; Kartik Gupta, Director from Salesforce Ventures, and prominent leaders from the Indian tech ecosystem. Subject to the contest rules, each pitch was evaluated based on criteria such as originality, execution and operational performance, likelihood of success, strength of the founding team, and the ability to address real-world challenges with AI-driven solutions.
Arundhathi Bhattacharya, Chairperson & CEO of Salesforce India, said, “At Salesforce, we’ve seen firsthand how AI and autonomous agents are shaping the future of business. We believe in fostering connections, engaging with ecosystem partners, and creating investment opportunities. AI Pitchfield reflects our commitment to empowering startups with innovative ideas, enabling them to develop impactful solutions that address real-world challenges and drive meaningful change.”
Sanket Atal, Managing Director, India Operations and Technology at Salesforce India, said, “We have developed and strengthened the Salesforce Startup Community, laying a robust foundation for fostering innovation and collaboration. With AI Pitchfield, we take this commitment a step further. By offering hands-on engagement with investors, thorough evaluation processes, and opportunities for startups to present their innovations, this initiative provides participants with invaluable feedback and resources to enhance and scale their ideas. The collaboration and insights fostered through AI Pitchfield pave the way for transformative, market-ready AI innovations.”
Kartik Gupta, Director, Salesforce Ventures, said, “Salesforce Ventures is committed to empowering founders with the capital, community, and resources needed to build transformative businesses. AI Pitchfield stands as a testament to this commitment, showcasing our dedication to fostering the next wave of AI entrepreneurs across the Indian technology ecosystem. Our goal is to help AI-driven startups scale their innovations and redefine the digital landscape with meaningful impact.”
Shivali Goyal, Founder at Trupeer.ai, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to have been recognized as the winner of the inaugural AI Pitchfield competition. This journey has been an incredible experience, providing us with the opportunity to showcase our Generative AI innovation that revolutionises product video creation for businesses worldwide. Competing alongside such talented startups was truly inspiring, and this recognition reinforces our commitment to driving transformative change through AI. We are grateful to Salesforce Ventures and the jury for this platform and their belief in our potential.”
Hemant Mohapatra, Partner at Lightspeed, said, “We are excited to be a part of AI Pitchfield that has brought forth the remarkable ingenuity of AI builders and the transformative impact this technology has in shaping the future of industries. This competition is aligned with our deep conviction in India’s AI potential and we remain committed to supporting the startups emerging in this space. Many congratulations to the winner Trupeer.ai; we look forward to seeing them making waves and driving meaningful innovation in their journey ahead.”
Monika Srivastava, Partner, Khaitan & Co., said, “India has witnessed remarkable growth in the startup and SMB sectors, presenting an incredible opportunity to drive innovation and foster economic progress. The ideas showcased in AI Pitchfield by the founders during the competition were both innovative and inspiring, reflecting the immense potential of this ecosystem to shape the next wave of AI-driven transformation. As emerging start-ups seek not just funding but also strategic insights, initiatives like these will connect them with mentors and investors. We hope this collaboration has made a difference by offering start-ups the legal guidance they need, encouraging compliance, and enabling them to focus on core business goals.”
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