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Inauguration of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s three-day Virtual Global Symposium on Antimicrobial Resistance

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India now the epicenter of the ‘slow pandemic’ of AMR that is posing a clear and present danger to humanity, say experts

  • Titled “Man v/s Microbes –The Race of the Century,” the three-day event (Feb 24-26, 2021) is hosting 18 AMR experts from around the world
  • The India Innovation Pavilion, to be held on February 25, 2021, would highlight the AMR innovation work being done by some of the best companies in India

February 24, 2021: A three-day online global symposium on the burgeoning Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) crisis (February 24, 2021) by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s School of Biotechnology began today. The event titled “Man v/s Microbes –The Race of the Century,” is being held in partnership with the “Collaborative to Halt Antibiotic-Resistant Microbes” (CHARM) at the University of California San Diego, the Bengaluru-based Bugworks Research, and Government of India’s Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP).

The symposium is featuring 18 noted AMR experts from the US, UK, Europe, Australia, Canada, Singapore and India. They are addressing key issues such as global needs and priorities to combat AMR and promoting investment for research and innovation.

Said Dr. Bipin Nair, Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham: “WHO has projected Antimicrobial Resistance [AMR] as the greatest challenge facing global public health.  AMR has become a global problem of immense complexity due to excessive antimicrobial usage, sluggish development of new antibiotics and poor antimicrobial stewardship. As a result, the emergence of a post antimicrobial world, where a simple infection could lead to death, is a distinct possibility. This symposium would strengthen India’s leadership in combating this global pandemic in the making. It would lead to increased awareness about AMR and encourage best practices among the masses, health workers and policy makers to contain further emergence and spread of drug-resistant infections.”

Dr. Anand Anandkumar, CEO, Bugworks Research, Bangalore said, “AMR, the slow pandemic, is one of the biggest health threats that humanity is faced with. India is at the very epicentre of this health crisis, and will be a very important region from which global solutions to AMR can come from. BIOCREST 2021 is an outstandingly timely event, which will showcase challenges, opportunities and strategies to combatting AMR, what with the outstanding collection of global expert-speakers and panellists who will grace this event”.

Dr. Victor Nizet, the faculty lead of CHARM at UC San Diego and a co-organizer of the symposium, added “AMR represents a complex global pandemic for which innovative and effective remedies will require collective action through international cooperation. Our team at UC San Diego has been fortunate to collaborate scientifically and educationally with our colleagues at Amrita School of Biotechnology on AMR solutions, and we believe this symposium can help expand our worldwide network of like-minded scientists, physicians and agencies to address this pressing problem”.

A key highlight of the Symposium would be a couple of panel discussions. The India Innovation Pavilion, to be held on February 25, 2021 at 3 pm would highlight the AMR innovation work being done by the best companies in India in the fields of drug discovery, diagnostics, and devices. Another panel discussion titled “Combatting AMR – The Road Ahead” would be held on February 26, 2021, at 4 pm. Experts from India and abroad will look at all the elements that would need to come together for India to get a good handle over the AMR situation, the key initiatives that the country needs to drive in an accelerated mode.

Experts from Dept. of Biotechnology (Govt. of India), AIIMS Bhopal, IIT – Bombay, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Jawaharlal Nehru University, DBT-BIRAC and WHO- AMR India Country Office will speak at the symposium, along with top AMR researchers from prestigious universities in Switzerland, USA, Australia, Canada and Singapore.

Across three days, sessions would be held on themes like Future of Antibiotics and Resistance; Alternatives to antibiotics for multidrug resistant infections; Abrupt Emergence of the Superbug Super-clones; Antimicrobial Resistance: Indian Scenario; and Economics of Antibiotic Stewardship or State AMR Containment Policy in India (Private Public Partnership).

For more information about the Symposium, list of speakers and daily schedule, please visit https://www.amrita.edu/biocrest/

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INAUGURATION OF “SEMINAR ON IMMUNOTHERAPY- THE NEW WEAPON FOR TREATMENT OF CHILDHOOD CANCER”

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Immunotherapy is becoming an increasingly important tool in the treatment of cancer, and some early success has been achieved in certain childhood cancers. It potentially offers increased effectiveness with fewer side. effects.

Immunotherapy uses components of the immune system, such as antibodies or certain types of white blood cells, to fight cancer. In addition, certain medications can be administered to patients in order to stimulate the immune system and improve its ability to kill cancer cells.

Strong basic laboratory research programs have led to active clinical trials using immunotherapy to treat neuroblastoma and other paediatric cancers.

Lions Clubs International, District 317 F, Region V in association with Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan organised a “Seminar On Immunotherapy- The New Weapon For Treatment Of Childhood Cancer” at Khincha Hall, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Race Course Road on 23rd February 2021, Inaugurated at 10AM.

The Program Inaugurated by Dr. C Ramachandra, Director, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology in the august presence of MB Deepak Suman, District Governor, District 317F, Director Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Ln K Vamsidhar Babu, International Director Endorsee, First Vice District Governor, B S Rajashekaraiah, Second Vice District Governor,

The Program Presided by Dr. Simha Shastry, Region Chairperson, Region V. Topics Immunotherapy-Types & Cancers Treated by Dr. Loknath, Professor & HOD, Medical Oncology, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology. Immunotherapy in Childhood Malignancy by Dr. Arun Kumar, Professor & HOD, Pediatric Oncology Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology.The Practical Implication of Immunotherapy in Childhood Cancer by Dr. Vasudha Rao, Head, Pediatric Oncology, Cytecare. Ayurveda to Complement Cancer Treatment by Dr. Ashwini Godbole The University of Trans-disciplinary Health Sciences and Technology.

The Topics for alternate Therapy are Yoga to build Immunity, by Raj Rumale, Certified Yoga and Fitness Instructor. Alternate Therapy for Cancer Treatment by Dr.Padmaraju H S IAMI – Indian Accutouch Medical Institute. Speciality Medicinal Herbs for Cancer Treatment by Preethi Potupureddy,Pranah Social.

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Bengaluru Traffic Police & Honda 2Wheelers India inaugurates

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1st Safety Driving Education Centre in Karnataka 

Now traffic rule violators of Bengaluru will get free Road Safety Awareness Training by Honda

·         Honda to provide a 2-hour free of cost training to all traffic rule violators of the city while ensuring social distancing & safety measures in the New Normal

·         Honda’s safety instructors to educate on important topics of traffic rules & road discipline

Bengaluru, 6 October, 2020: After successfully sensitizing over 1.9 lac learner license applicants & traffic rule violators across 7 states, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) in association with Bengaluru Traffic Police announced the start of ‘Road Safety Training’ exclusively for traffic rule violators of Bengaluru.

In order to sensitize the traffic rule violators on driving rules & regulations, road signs and driver’s duties on road, the Traffic Police Department of Bengaluru has given responsibility to Honda to initiate a road safety awareness training programme for all two-wheeler & four-wheeler challan holders of the city. Honda’s skilled instructors will train all the violators at Traffic Training and Road Safety Institute (TTRSI), Thanisandra, Bengaluru with all safety measures & social distancing norms.

Honda’s 6th Safety Driving Education Centre in India at Bengaluru was inaugurated by Dr. B. R. Ravikanthegowda (IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic, Bengaluru)in the august presence of Mr. Vivek Taluja (Deputy General Manager, Regional Office South, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd.) along with the other senior dignitaries from state government and Honda 2Wheelers India.

Sharing his thoughts on the new road safety awareness training program, Mr. Prabhu Nagaraj, Senior Vice President – Brand & Communication, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. said, “Road Safety is a major concern in India. It is alarming that Karnataka, with more than 41,000* road accidents in 2018, positioned 4th in the state wise ranking of road accidents occurred across India. As a responsible two-wheeler manufacturer, we believe that creating aware and safe road users is integral for safety of all. Through this program, we aim to sensitize the traffic rue violators of Bengaluru by training them on crucial subjects like traffic rules, road signs and necessary safety measures so that they become responsible road users and thank Bengaluru Traffic Police for extending their support to us.”

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PPS Mahindra showroom inaugurated with Mahindra Thar in Bengaluru; next-generation digital showroom with virtual reality experience

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Bengaluru, 7th October 2020: PPS Mahindra grand entry in the IT city, Bengaluru located in Central Business District at 1 Sobha Mall in Church Street with the all-new Thar being made available in one of the best “New format, Next-generation compact digital Showroom to take customer experience to the next level”. This is a new concept of compact SIS showroom that redefines customer experience, thanks to digital technologies and interventions. PPS Mahindra is offering its customers to test drive the Thar in an Off-Roading Track to experience the capabilities of the Mahindra Thar in real challenging terrains at Giddenahalli, Magadi Road. 

The Showroom In Showroom (SIS) compact showroom provides a differentiated customer experience, a synthesis of next-level technology with a physical environment by integrating the virtual world with the real on a phygital (physical+digital) platform. In fact, it is built on the foundation of providing convenience, transparency, and personalization. Apart from the new look and feel, the compact SIS showroom will harness the power of digital aides for immersive customer experience, with uninterrupted Wi-Fi connectivity, luxurious Customer Lounges and Re-Fuel counters add to customer delight.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Rajiv Sanghvi, Executive Director, said “It gives us great pleasure to partner with Mahindra and extend our 60+ Years association with Mahindra to Bangalore and look forward to fortifying our relationship further with Mahindra and our customers in Bangalore. Our business environment is changing at a breathtaking pace in view of new technologies and enhanced customer expectations. To enhance the customer purchase experience in today’s digital age, we are committed to deliver this world-class showroom that combines traditional and digital tools to offer a seamless sales experience to our customers.”

Mr. Gaurav Gill, Ace Rallyist was also present for the inauguration of the showroom and he commented “I am very happy to be part of this launch, the high-end SIS concept is quite unique and gives customers a real immersive experience and tools to personalize their cars”

Seamless Customer Experience

·         High-end Display Area – A display zone for high-end SUVs comes with an immersive virtual reality experience for the customer, along with TV screens for mirroring. 

·         Additional convenience with embedded screens and virtual reality with mirrored displays. 

·         This zone also has specially trained Relationship Managers for a personalized experience. 

Sales Assistance aided through digital Interventions

·         This ensures clutter-free space and paperless interaction through

·         An industry-first virtual reality experiences, giving the real on-road feel factor

  • Tablets – To capture customer information & provide an immersive demo to the customers and 
  • Dress Yourself ‘Mahindra Style’ unit formerchandise and accessories zone

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Defence Minister Inaugurates HAL-IISc Skill Development Centre Established in Karnataka

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Bengaluru, August 13, 2020: Mr. Rajnath Singh, Defence Minister, inaugurated the HAL-IISc Skill Development Centre (SDC) established at IISc’s Challakere campus in Chitradurga district (Karnataka), 225 km from Bengaluru through a video conference today. Speaking on the occasion, the Defence Minister said knowledge is power and skilled workforce is basic necessity for innovation and creativity. The SDC is a sound example of synergistic collaboration between the country’s flagship aerospace giant and the best in class premier academia, he added.

Top officials present on the occasion included General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Defence Staff, Dr. Ajay Kumar, Defence Secretary, Mr Raj Kumar, Secretary (Defence Production), Mr R Madhavan, CMD, HAL, Mr Alok Verma, Director (HR), HAL, Prof. G Rangarajan, Director, IISc.

The centre will impart skills to various beneficiaries ranging from local community members to high-end engineering professionals to usher true ‘Make-in-India’, says Mr. Madhavan.

“We are grateful to HAL for supporting us and partnering with us on this critical national initiative,” says Prof. Rangarajan. “We eagerly look forward to working closely with HAL, to realize our shared vision of training hundreds of aspiring young workers and professionals from across the country”.

The goal of the SDC is to create a large pool of trained personnel to address vital skill development gaps in India, crucial for economic growth and self-sufficiency. It is a natural outgrowth of a successful training programme for rural science and mathematics teachers that IISc initiated in 2011 at the Challakere campus.  The IISc approached HAL in 2016 with its proposal and HAL agreed to fund and support the initiative under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. The MoU for establishing the centre, with an outlay of Rs. 73.7 crores, was signed on March 28, 2016 and construction began on October 27 the same year.  The SDC is located on 1,500 acres of land provided by the Government of Karnataka during IISc’s centenary year celebrations in 2008

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