Jaipur Rugs opens Its first Store in Bengaluru

One of its kind stores is designed by renowned designer Sandeep Khosla and is o step forward towards becoming a global brand

Bengaluru April, 2022 : Jaipur Rugs, The largest manufacturer of Handmade Rugs in India brings true craftsmanship and timeless designs to Bengaluru with the launch of its retsil store in Indira Nagar. The store is designed by well-known architects Sandeep Khosia and Amaresh Anand of Khosla Associates.

On display are handmade rugs by international and Indian designers including the much acclaimed “Manchaha Collection” from the rural belts of Rajasthan that blur the definitions of form and redefine what art should be. Through its carpets Jaipur Rugs alms to add art into everyday life.

“This is the First Mano brand store of Jaipur Rugs in the state of Karnataka after stores in Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Milan. We have always admired the cosmopolitan culture of Bengaluru and were anxiously waiting for the opportunity to showcase our world class collection to the people Chaudhary, Director Jaipur Rugs. this great city, Says Yogesh

The common factor that Jaipur Rugs and the city of gardens is that both Jaipur Rugs and people of Bengaluru believes in the spirit of living life to ts fullest and we hope that they can relate with our artists who despite all the hardships are a true example of grit and determination”he further adds.

The store showcases the process of making and tell the story of a sustainable brand, conscious of social impact through their support of 40,000+ artisans across 600 villages in india. Aloom is placed at the foyer of, the store to show the process of weaving, as well as display hand tools used in the weaving and finishing of the rugs Storyboards of the legacy of the brand and the processes of making were also highlighted on feature walls.

Nearly 85% of Jaipur Rugs weavers are women who take pride in working from their own homes. From the tribal belts of Gujarat to diverse communities in five states of India, these women represent what the company calls the ‘Creative Caste. They have not had a fair share of opportunities but now have found their voices and dignity within their communities.

Sustainability goals and Manchaha Collection: The rug industry globally is losing billions of dollars in wasted yarn. Surplus yarn is either incinerated or goes straight to landfil. An initiative by Jaipur Rugs called Manchaha – is a step towards reusing the millions of sq meters of waste into a fun product.

Rugs in the one-of-a-kind Manchaha collection are made using hand-spun leftover yarn batches. These batches are basically waste left after the weaving is done, The yarn is in such small quantities that it cannot be reused as part of another regular rug. These small unusable batches of yarn are packed in sacks and sent to weavers for them to pick whatever they like for their Manchaha rugs.

This helps reduces wastage that had no solution and makes the colour palette of these rugs as unique as their design. It is a remarkable example of sustainable production -reusing and revival from waste, the problem becoming its own solution.

The Manchaha project is also a great tool against patriarchy as it puts regular and sustainable income directly into the hands of the women (over 80% of artisans working with Jaipur Rugs are women). Additionally, women weavers are getting a lot of recognition on the world stage uplifting their social status in their communities.

As the women become earning members of the family they slowly, but surely rise in status and get a voice that they can use for their own transformation. The exposure that some women are gaining by winning awards and travelling across the world to receive them is transforming their lives, And creating aspirations in a other weavers to follow in their footsteps.

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World Health Day – Medall Healthcare Sights 11% Rise in Prediabetics between the Age Group of 20-39yrs

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.

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More women signed up for BNPL than men in Karnataka in 2021, reveals ZestMoney findings

Karnataka outnumbers all the states in BNPL customer sign ups and transactions, reveal ZestMoney findings
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BNPL transactions surge over 250% in Karnataka in 2021, ZestMoney findings reveal
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More women signed up for BNPL than men in Karnataka in 2021, reveals ZestMoney findings

* Bangalore topped the list of cities lapping up BNPL in the state
* Smartphones/electronics, lifestyle and fashion, Edtech and travel drove the demand in the state
* Women customers surged by 2.5X YOY and men by 2x in 2021 in Karnataka

Bengaluru, April 5, 2022: ZestMoney, India’s largest and fastest-growing Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform, revealed that the Karnataka region emerged as the top state last year in BNPL usage, outnumbering all the other states in India in terms of new customer sign-ups and transactions. On the back of solid demand, the platform noted that it saw a 2.5X increase in transactions, while the customer base of millennials and GenZ surged by 2X and 3X YOY respectively in Karnataka.

Most of the new customers on the platform were from the 24-27 years age group, demonstrating that young cohorts are driving the BNPL growth in the region. Bengaluru, Mysore, Belgaum, Kalaburagi and Kolar were the top five BNPL cities, while smartphones/electronics, lifestyle and fashion, Edtech, travel and home decor emerged as the top categories, ZestMoney noted. 

BNPL, a short-term credit financing option that lets customers conveniently split bills at zero (or low) cost, has grown to become a preferred mode of payment, not just in tier-I cities, but also tier-II, II and beyond in Karnataka, the platform findings revealed. ZestMoney has serviced demand from 99.7% of pin codes in the state, the company added.

Interestingly, ZestMoney’s findings also showed that Bengaluru women transacted more than their men counterparts compared to the other top BNPL cities. Data suggests that women used BNPL to upgrade their tech and electronics while also indulging in some fashion and lifestyle retail therapy. Men, on the other hand, went all out to spruce up their wardrobes and spent heavily on fashion, besides spending on electronics. Overall, the company said it observed a 2.5X YOY growth in women customers and 2X in men last year with customers taking to the flexibility, transparency and ease of pay-later options in a big way. 

Commenting on the findings, Lizzie Chapman, CEO & Co-Founder of ZestMoney, said, “It is not surprising that Karnataka, which is in the forefront of writing India’s tech and innovation story, has emerged as the top BNPL state in the country. With the digital way of life becoming the new normal globally, a large number of customers are choosing the ease, convenience, transparency, and cost-effectiveness of short-term credit tools such as BNPL over other formal credit means. In line with the global trend, millennials and Gen Z especially in India are seeing BNPL as a go-to credit-based payment option as it offers perfect flexibility to spread out costs and plan their finances better. Categories such as smartphones, Edtech, travel, fashion and lifestyle continue to top the BNPL purchases and see phenomenal growth, driving both numbers of customers and transactions higher on our platform. Our most popular ‘Pay in 3’ zero-cost offering is a huge hit, making us the leader in the category with 70% share in the online ‘Pay in 3’ market. We see tremendous headroom for the category to grow in India.” 

Chapman further added, “We are also seeing an increased demand for BNPL at offline stores. Customers from India’s tech capital Bengaluru, who were earlier used to traditional EMI checkout network cards, are choosing digital products for ease and convenience. Keeping in mind the growing needs and varied use-cases in a heterogeneous market like India, we continue to work towards offering innovative products by combining the simplicity of digital payments with the benefits of pay-later offerings. We are also doubling down on further strengthening our offline store footprint, adding to our already-wide network of 75,000+ stores across the country. While Karnataka is already riding the BNPL wave, we, as the largest omnichannel player in the country, are confident that the proliferation of BNPL as a credit-based payment category will continue to grow exponentially in India in the coming years.”

Bengaluru topped the list in the number of BNPL transactions across all categories. Cities that followed Bengaluru in top BNPL cities/towns include Mysore, Mangalore, Madikeri, Kolar and Kalaburagi in smartphone/electronics, Mysore and Kalaburagi in the travel category, Mysore in fitness, Ramanagar, Raichur and Kolar in electric vehicles, Dharwad, Mandya and Kolar in home decor, Tumkur, Belgaum and Bellary in fashion and lifestyle, and Mysore, Mangalore and Belgaum in Edtech categories.

ZestMoney is the largest omnichannel Buy Now, Pay Later platform with 15 Mn registered users across the country. It has the largest network of merchants with 10,000+ online partners including the biggest e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, MakeMyTrip, Nykaa among others. It is also present at 75,000+ store partners including brands like Apple, Reliance Digital, Croma, Sangeetha Mobiles, Pai International, Pai Mobiles, and Poorvika Mobiles across the country.

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Fujifilm India Unveils new range of CT, MRI and Ultrasound Machines at the 74th Annual Conference of IRIA 2022

● The enhanced portfolio includes the Scenaria View, Supria series, The Echelon Smart and Arietta series,
● Offering a diverse portfolio, the new range will include solutions pertaining to CT, MRI, Digital Radiography, AI, PACS, endoscopy, IVD and ultrasound systems
● Keeping the patient and their comfort at the core, Fujifilm’s new portfolio to benefit millions of Indians

March 25, 2022, Bengaluru: Fujifilm India Pvt Ltd, a leader in diagnostic imaging and medical system technology, today unveiled a new range of products at the 74th National Annual Conference of IRIA 2022. The latest portfolio includes a plethora of products offering complete and integrated solutions for diagnostic purposes including CT, MRI, X-ray, AI, PACS, endoscopy and ultrasound systems through the Scenaria View, Supria series, The Echelon Smart and Arietta series

In order to strengthen its market position further and provide a wide variety of diagnostic services, Fujifilm completed the acquisition and takeover of Hitachi’s Diagnostic Imaging on 31 March last year. With the acquisition, Fujifilm offers a comprehensive solution spectrum that caters to a broad range of clinical needs.

Highlights of Fujifilm’s enhanced portfolio include:
● Scenaria View (128 slice CT Solution) is a powerful premium performance CT solution that provides dependable routine application capabilities with available advanced clinical modules for Interventional CT, extended coverage Shuttle Scanning (for Perfusion Exams), Cardiac CTA and Dual Energy examinations. The View employs 64 discrete detector and electronics channels over a 40mm detector coverage and reconstructs up to 128-slices per scan rotation.

● Supria (32/128 CT Solution) is an evolved CT device, employing latest technologies such as whole-body sub-millimeter imaging and dose reduction technologies. It provides lower dose and high-quality images and is capable of imaging in various patient positions reducing the overall scanning burden on patients.

● The Echelon Smart (1.5T Superconductive MRI) is based on Fujifilm’s proprietary technology, and opened the potential for 1.5T systems, providing superb image quality and superior install flexibility, inherited from permanent-magnet MRI systems. It comes with noise reduction technology for a patient-friendly examination.

● The ARIETTA (Series of Ultrasound) is designed to provide high quality imaging across a broad clinical range that includes abdominal, cardiac, and vascular applications. It has been developed with cutting edge technology for enhanced accuracy and safety to transform ultrasound diagnosis.

Managing Director of Fujifilm India, Mr. Koji Wada said, “Fujifilm has demonstrated the ability to be a leader in technical advancement and scientific innovation through its newest products and services lineup. Now, millions of individuals will have access to the most precise and accurate medical imaging and screening. This is a significant milestone for Fujifilm and its future growth. Today, we are stronger as a team, and our goal is to maximise the patients’ benefits with these new portfolio synergies. In the realm of prevention and diagnostics, our goal is to become a market leader and the number one comprehensive partner for the Indian healthcare community.”
Mr. Chander Shekhar Sibal, Senior Vice President, Medical Division, Fujifilm India said, “As a leader in imaging technologies, we strive to ‘Never Stop’ providing the most cutting-edge technologies and solutions that not only improve image quality and workflow, but also focus on the patient’s overall well-being. Through our new launches, we aim to boost the diagnostic market and empower medical imaging information across the entire healthcare industry, keeping in mind the obstacles that a hospital experiences every day in diagnostics and imaging services.”
Fujifilm India has always worked towards spreading maximum awareness regarding early detection of critical ailments which can otherwise be treated if diagnosed on time. As a conscious effort, the brand has consistently pushed forward to improve healthcare diagnostic standards, helping to make the world better and fitter. Fujifilm India is continually working to innovate and introduce advanced technologies to produce forward-thinking medical equipment. The brand’s efforts have been centered at building a line of medical care that will offer easy access to healthcare solutions to millions of people and in turn strengthen the country’s medical infrastructure. Fujifilm is committed to providing Indians with the most effective diagnostic technologies available. The superior technical and innovative prowess is a testimony to the same, and with each passing year, the brand is striving to further fortify its position as the industry pioneer in medical imaging while still being committed to diagnostic services.

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Mega Limb Camp in Bangalore city

Free distribution of Jaipur artificial limbs, callipers and forearm fitments from 21″ March, 2022 to 27 March, 2022

BENGALURU: Rotary Bangalore Peenya of RI District 3190 in association with Shri Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayatha Samithi, Jaipur is organised the 24th Annual Mega Limb Camp in Bengaluru from March 21 to March 27, 2022. Padmashree Dr. Malathi Holla Inaugurated this devine camp.

The week long mega limb camp will see free distribution of artificial limbs, callipers for pollo affected and forearm to the beneficiaries.

Equipped with copy of Aadhaar card and COVID vaccination certificate, the beneficiaries just have to walk-in to the camp.

“We are happy to associate with Shri Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayatha Samithi to help the deserving for years. Free lodging and boarding will be provided for outstation beneficiaries,” said Rtn. G.R, Vasanth Kumar, Chairman – Limb Camp, Rotary Bangalore Peenya.

“These low.cost artificial limbs are made of durable quality and last long. It provides a new lease of life to the amputees,” he added.

“This is the 24th Annual Free Mega Limp camp conducted by us in which we expect around 2500 peopie to benefit. Last time, we gave away limbs. callipers and forearms to 2202 number of people,” said Rtn. Nataraju, B.M. President, Rotary Bangalore Peenya.

The mega limb camp held at Ganesh Bagh, Sri. SSBS Jain Sangh Trust, No.9, Bhagavan Mahaveer Road, (Infantry Road) near Shivajinagar Bus stand, Bengaluru-1.

For more details, please contact: Rtn. Vasanth Kumar Mobile No: 9845052554 Rotary Bangalore Peenya Rtn. Girish Mobile No: 9880112800 Rotary Bangalore Peenya

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