~Funskool India become the official partner of Goliath Games to manufacture and distribute ‘Sequence’ across the country~
Bengaluru, 5th April 2022: Funskool India Ltd., India’s leading toy manufacturer, adds another blockbuster to their list, by acquiring the rights from international brand Goliath to manufacture and distribute their popular board game ‘Sequence’, in India.
Developed by Doug Reuter in 1981, Sequence is a combination of a board game and a card game. Often referred to as the ‘Perfect Family Game’, Sequence can be played by 2 to 12 players. The game aims at building strategy, planning, sportsman spirit and team play along with providing quality entertainment.
Taking inspiration from the ‘Make in India’ initiative, Funskool India has been expanding their base and challenging themselves to widen their association with international counterparts. The new rules on mandatory certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards for import of toys, makes Funskool India a perfect partner for international toy manufacturers to entrust their iconic games to be manufactured in BIS certified Funskool factories.
Commenting on the occasion, R Jeswant, CEO – Funskool India Ltd., said, “Funskool India always wants to bring the best of toys and games to its customers, and this association with Goliath is another step towards it. We have always been a frontrunner in developing a catalogue of varied toys and games through extensive focus on innovation and development. We believe that this partnership will have a significant role in providing a unique synergy of strengths to build the brands further.”
Jorge Aguila-Collantes , General Manager ROW- Goliath Group said, “We are glad to have begun our cooperation with Funskool on the Indian Market, we really believe this step will allow Sequence Brand to grow and become one of the top board game brands in the Indian Market, like it is in many markets in the world”
This newly launched option by India’s 1st Made-in-India Multi-Modal Public Transport Application will bring in a digital revolution in the city’s public transport system & ease out the intracity travelling issues.
6th April 2022, Bengaluru: Bengaluru’s bus travel is now easy & within commuters’ reach. Tummoc, India’s First Multi-Modal Public Transport App, announces the launch of their new & essential ticket/pass booking feature. In partnership with Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), it will resolve the city’s daily public transport concerns via digital ticketing or pass options. This new feature allows passengers to buy both bus tickets & passes via the app. It will minimise the ticket troubles for BMTC & customers and remove the dependency on physical cash.
One can opt to pre-book the tickets & passes. For daily tickets or passes, one must book them on the day of the commute. Weekly passes can be booked in advance before the coming week. There are strict provisions for monthly pass booking. Customers can activate the tickets/pass on the bus or before boarding. It will need to be validated within 30 mins from activation.
The validation happens by tapping on the Scan QR Button on the Tummoc App & then scanning the conductor’s QR. Customers can also allow the conductor to scan the customer QR code on the ETM device/mobile app. If the internet stops functioning, the conductor feeds the ticket number or registered number on his App/ETM device for verification. The best part is that customers get notified one day in advance for the renewal of the monthly pass. Daily tickets are valid only for the day of purchase. Validity for all passes remains the same as per standard BMTC protocols. “Considering how huge Bengaluru is and heavy-duty public transport dependency, it is high time that digital answers can solve the travel issue,” reveals Hiranmay Mallick, CEO & Co-Founder, Tummoc.
“Travelling by BMTC can get hectic and time-consuming. Handling the crowd and their money is a tough task too. Thus Tummoc’s ticket/pass booking facility in partnership with BMTC will be the answer for streamlining everything. Since everyone is online these days, this is the right solution for the bus travel concerns.” Tummoc, India’s 1st Made-in-India Transit Application, has come up to answer the daily transport issues & the need to get affordable short term rides in Bengaluru. They are into essential ticket/pass booking, synchronised public transport information, real-time tracking of public transport modes, last-mile connectivity & soon-to-be-launched Single Journey Ticketing. For last-mile connectivity, Tummoc has partnered with Rapido. They also have a patent for System and Method for Multi-Modal Trip Planning with First and Last Mile Connectivity. Tummoc is the brainchild of Hiranmay Mallick (Co-founder & CEO), Monalisha Thakur (Co-founder & CMO) and Narayan Mishra (Co-founder & CTO). They have seen how public transport in 1st world countries gets preferred by everyone and is made accessible & convenient. Tummoc wants the same in India for an intra city commute. As of today, they are present in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai. In the long run, they want to be India’s leader in smart & cashless commute. With the launch of the ticket/pass booking feature in collaboration with BMTC, Tummoc is making Bengaluru’s bus travel the easiest option ever for customers & the public transport system.
Bangalore, April 06, 2022: Medall Healthcare, India’s fastest-growing integrated diagnostics services provider has seen an alarming increase in the percentage of prediabetics among younger age groups. Medall’s data analysis on the results of tests from 2017 at centres across South India, shows an increasing trend in the prevalence of Obesity and Diabetes. Medall’s data mining on the results of almost 9 lakh HbA1c tests undertaken & almost 2 lakh BMI values show an increasing trend in the prevalence of non-communicable diseases, such as Obesity, Diabetes, Hypertension and Dyslipidaemia, is on the rise and is expected to increase considerably in India. These findings are from Medall’s database of lab values for over a period of 6 years across South India. The primary factor for the increase in obesity is lack of physical activity and unhealthy food habits. Obesity causes increased levels of fatty acids and inflammation, leading to insulin resistance, which in turn can lead to type 2 diabetes.
The HbA1c test measures how much glucose is bound to red blood cells. This test shows the average level of glucose in the blood for the past 3-4 months. BMI is the standard indicator of body fat for most people. It is used to screen for weight categories that may lead to health problems.
Dr. Akila Ravikumar, Wellness Consultant, Medall said, “Although diabetes figures are high, it’s a fact that at least 60% of cases remain undiagnosed. This is particularly concerning, as the risk of serious complications increases when people do not take steps to do the periodic health checks, which can help them identify problems early. In India, abdominal obesity is one of the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVDs) and diabetes. Various studies have shown that the prevalence of obesity among women were significantly higher as compared to men. Obesity is one of the main medical and financial burdens for the government. There is also strong evidence that Indians have a greater degree of insulin resistance that can convert as Diabetes if not identified and corrected early.
It is a common misconception that these chronic conditions are identified mostly in older people. Year-on-year statistics show an increasing trend of prediabetes in younger age groups. Among the age group of 20-39, 21% were prediabetic in 2017 which has now increased to 32% in 2022. It is important to note that prediabetes can be reversed if diagnosed at an early stage. The analysis also clearly shows a steady increase in % of diabetes prevalence in patients aged 40-69.
As mentioned above, unchecked obesity can lead to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes, and this is a growing concern. The Table below highlights the proportion of Overweight/Obese individuals by Age Group. It is observed that in almost all age groups, there are more people in the “Overweight” or “Obese” categories than in the “Normal” category.
Covid-19 pandemic has further emphasized the importance of early identification and management of chronic conditions such as Diabetes, Obesity, and Hypertension. This is a clear indicator that there is a need for preventive health checks, especially in early adulthood. If anyone experiences a weight change or develops signs or symptoms of diabetes, such as increased thirst, increased urination, fatigue or blurred vision they should get a diabetes check and consult a doctor.
Arjun Ananth, CEO, Medall said, “It is important that we need to be aware of the impact of lifestyle choices on our health. Our data analysis shows that the younger age group in India is also prone to non-communicable diseases due to lifestyle changes and this trend is alarming. At Medall, we encourage health checks at regular intervals to keep track of metabolic disorders. Our health checks are designed with that in mind and our ‘blume’ program has consistently shown that diabetes and obesity can be reversed”.
In India, more than 135 million individuals were affected by obesity. The prevalence of obesity in India varies due to age, gender, geographical environment, socio-economic status, etc. According to the IDF, prevalence of diabetes will double globally from 171 million in 2000 to 366 million in 2030, with a maximum increase in India. Shockingly, India would be home to almost 100 million patients with diabetes by 2030.
Chennai, April 06, 2022:AstraZeneca India Private Limited (AZIPL), the Global Capability Centre (GCC) of AstraZeneca announced today that they have repositioned their Global Technology Centre (GTC) to focus on driving increased innovation, resulting in a rebrand of the centre to Global Innovation and Technology Centre (GITC). Over the last eight years, the GTC in Chennai has consistently delivered market-leading IT services and capabilities for AstraZeneca’s global business. Since inception, the centre has evolved its offering from that of traditional IT services, into a critical engine for AstraZeneca’s digital journey and ongoing source of technology innovation. The Chennai centre has played a key role in driving productivity, simplification, technology delivery and innovation across AstraZeneca’s business and in support of life-changing medicines delivered to patients worldwide. The rebranding marks the centre’s evolution of capabilities, commitment to driving innovation and moving the company towards a digitally-enabled future. Cindy Hoots, Chief Digital Office and CIO, AstraZeneca, said, “We live in an era where the possibilities of digital and technology to transform the lives of patients and the healthcare sector, are limitless. Our centre in Chennai continues to play a strategic role in our digital transformation, working on Visualisation, Data & Analytics, Hyperautomation, XR/VR Capabilities, among other areas. These technologies and innovations play a key role in helping us to advance our science, anticipate patient needs, and work seamlessly across our organization. I am thrilled to see that the work delivered by the team in Chennai is being reflected in our transition from GTC to GITC.” Siva Padmanabhan, Managing Director, AstraZeneca India Private Limited (AZIPL), said: “The healthcare and life sciences industry is facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Over the last few years, we have successfully expanded our skillset and expertise from providing IT services, to becoming a pivotal global centre driving innovation and transformation. With close to 2,800 highly skilled employees, GITC is now one of the largest technology centres across the Life Sciences industry in the country. The strong collaboration we have been able to build between industry, academia and the government has helped us in our pursuit of enabling smart capabilities at scale across the company’s value chain. Our GITC aims to bring the best of technology, innovation and people to the forefront, to address the ever-evolving healthcare and technology landscape. The rebranding is a powerful acknowledgement of the strategic importance our Chennai centre plays in our global operations.” Both AZIPL centres in Chennai and Bengaluru foster a culture of lifelong learning that has been instrumental in AstraZeneca being recognised as a Great Place To Work across consecutive years. The entity brings together the brightest minds and cutting-edge resources, making AstraZeneca an employer of choice that attracts talent to deliver meaningful, purpose-driven work in a highly inclusive environment. Both centres offer employees a positive, physiologically safe, productive and collaborative work culture with ample opportunities for personal growth and expansion.
Oceans 2 Painting Exhibitions at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath Date- April 07-13 We are a Pondicherry cum Kochin based Art house and this is our 12th show here in India, Additionally, I have held shows in Paris, Vancouver, and Montreal. My worke have travelled to North America, Europe, and Australia & New Zealand as part of our Sales outreach ventures.
We intend to spread the message of Re-imagine waters as we see now and create an alter dimension for water universe”.
Artist Speaks: – The theme of our works is Oceans. The style of our art is contemporary and Abstract and Surreal in nature.
Oceans2 is my own poem dedicated to help the public re-perceive our water bodies and water universe. The collection has 100 plus collections displayed in major Galleries Oceans 1 was a very successful series and very much appreciated in art circles for its techniques and style.
Oceans 2 is a postlude of the same under Franco- German character and most importantly marks my journey further deep into the water universe.
– Dr. Greema Michael, Greema Michael Arts, Bussy Street Pondicherry/Judges Avenue Kochin. Contact – 9649677250 / greema22.222@gmail.com
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