ಜಯನಗರದ 5ನೇ ಬಡಾವಣೆ ನಂಜನಗೂಡು ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಮಠದಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಮಪೂಜ್ಯ ಶ್ರೀ1008 ಶ್ರೀ ಸುಬುಧೇಂದ್ರತೀರ್ಥ ಶ್ರೀಪಾದಂಗಳವರ ಆದೇಶದಂತೆ ಶ್ರೀ ಮಠದ ಹಿರಿಯ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಾಪಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಆರ್.ಕೆ. ವಾದೀಂದ್ರ ಆಚಾರ್ಯರ ಮತ್ತು ಶ್ರೀ ಕೃಷ್ಣ ಗುಂಡಾಚಾರ್ಯರ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಕ್ಷಯ ತೃತೀಯ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ರಾಯರ ಬೃಂದಾವನಕ್ಕೆ ಐದು ತರಹದ ಹಣ್ಣುಗಳಿಂದ ಹಾಗೂ ಗೋಡಂಬಿ ದ್ರಾಕ್ಷಿ ಮುಂತಾದ ಫಲಗಳಿಂದ ಫಲಪಂಚಾಮೃತ ಅಭಿಷೇಕವೂ ನೆರವೇರಿತು. ನಂತರ ಬಹಳ ಅಪರೂಪವಾದ ಅಲಂಕಾರ ವರ್ಷಕ್ಕೊಮ್ಮೆ ಆಚರಿಸುವಂತಹ “ಶ್ರೀ ಗಂಧ ಲೇಪನ”ದ ಅಲಂಕಾರವನ್ನು ರಾಯರ ಬೃಂದಾವನಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಪೂರ್ಣವಾಗಿ 12 ಕೆ ಜಿ ಯಷ್ಟು ಶ್ರೀಗಂಧದಿಂದಲೇ 15 ದಿನಗಳ ಕಾಲ ಶ್ರೀಗಂಧದ ಚಂದನವನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದು ಅದರಿಂದ ಅಲಂಕಾರವನ್ನು ಅರ್ಚಕರು ನೆರವೇರಿಸಿದರು. ಶ್ರೀಗಂಧದಿಂದ ಕಂಗೊಳಿಸುವ ಶ್ರೀ ಗುರುರಾಯರ ಬೃಂದಾವನವನ್ನು ದರ್ಶಿಸಲು ಸಾವಿರಾರು ಭಕ್ತರು ಸನ್ನಿಧಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಆಗಮಿಸಿ, ಶ್ರೀಗಂಧ ಲೇಪನದ ಸೇವೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿ, ಸಂಕಲ್ಪಿಸಿ ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಅನುಗ್ರಹಕ್ಕೆ ಪಾತ್ರರಾದರು ಎಂದು ಶ್ರೀ ನಂದಕಿಶೋರ್ ಆಚಾರ್ಯರು ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು. ಇದೇ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀಮಠದ 41ನೇ ವಾರ್ಷಿಕೋತ್ಸವದ ಅಂಗವಾಗಿ ವಿದ್ವಾನ್ ಸುರೇಶ ಆಚಾರ್ ಇವರಿಂದ ಪ್ರವಚನದ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಸಹಿತ ವಿಶೇಷ ಉತ್ಸವದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸಕಲ ಭಕ್ತರಿಗೂ ಪ್ರಸಾದವು ವಿತರಣೆಯಾಯಿತು. ಶ್ರೀ ಗಂಧದ ಸೇವೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ ಸೇವಾ ಕರ್ತೃಗಳಿಗೆ ಶನಿವಾರದಿಂದ ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಅಲಂಕರಿಸಿದ ಶ್ರೀ ಗಂಧದ ಪ್ರಸಾದವನ್ನು ಸೇವಾರ್ಥದಾರಿಗೆ ಕೊಡಲಾಗುವುದು.
503 renowned institutes across India participated with 4,426 concepts received across Mobility, Sustainability and Hi-Tech Cash prizes of over INR 18 Lakhs for winners
Bengaluru, India 09 May 2024: TECHgium®, India’s largest innovation platform for engineering students concluded its seventh edition on Thursday. More than 36,765 students registered from 503 engineering institutes across the country in the annual technology competition, held at LTTS’ newest Bengaluru campus. Since its inception in 2016, TECHgium® has become the most sought-after academia-industry engineering innovation hackathon hosted by L&T Technology Services (LTTS). The winners of this year’s competition were awarded prizes totaling more than Rs 18 lakhs. Dr. Tessy Thomas, popularly known as the Missile Woman of India for her pivotal role in India’s AGNI missile project, graced the event as the Chief Guest. Her presence and perspectives during her keynote address, inspired the audience. “It was wonderful to see the technological innovations presented by students from engineering colleges nationwide. Such technology innovations hold the potential to shape future-oriented engineering applications. L&T Technology Services has spearheaded this praiseworthy initiative, effectively mentoring these young minds in their quest for innovation over the past seven years. By bringing together the inventive ideas of young engineers, platforms such as TECHgium® are pivotal in #EngineeringTheChange not only within our nation but across the globe,” remarked Dr. Tessy Thomas. The 7th edition of TECHgium® witnessed participation from leading IITs, NITs and state-level engineering colleges across the country. The two-day hackathon focused on the themes of Mobility, Sustainability and Hi-Tech encompassing areas such as UAVs, medical diagnostics, robotics, compute vision, analytics, electric vehicles, and wireless transmission, among others. Participants were motivated to solve real-world problems with creative solutions, offering them the chance to work with LTTS and earn recognition as TECHgium® innovators. The winners of TECHgium® 2024’s 7th edition were the team from B V Raju Institute of Technology, Telangana, who impressed with their project on AI Based Situational Awareness Algorithms for eVTOL Detect and Avoid Systems. The runner-up accolade went to students from Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore for developing a TwinScape Oil Well Monitor prototype, while the second runner-up position was secured by students from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai for their solution on Knee Injury Detection System, an Intelligent Radiologist Assistant MRI. Additionally, a special jury prize was awarded to a team from the B V Raju Institute of Technology, Telangana for their project on Identification of Flood Prone Areas in Urban Settlements. Over nine months, the engineering students have dedicated themselves to the competition, receiving guidance from LTTS’ technical and subject matter experts. Following a series of evaluations and ideation sessions leading to the development of proofs-of-concept (PoCs), top 32 engineering teams were shortlisted. The finalists showcased their functional prototypes to an esteemed jury of industry veterans, academicians, and analysts. After a thorough evaluation, the top three winners were announced, highlighting the apex of innovation achieved through TECHgium®. This year’s event saw the finalists present PoCs on a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including Carbon Chain, Robust Traffic Sign Detection in Challenging Conditions, Smart Air traffic management for eVTOLs, Autonomous Stock Checking Robot, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) X ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems) and Visual Inspection System among others.
Reaffirming LTTS’ commitment to advancing the fields of science and technology, Abhishek Sinha, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director of L&T Technology Services, remarked, “TECHgium® stands as a premier platform celebrated by the global engineering, science, and technology academic communities. Our dedication to attract exceptional talent is evident through our investments in platforms like TECHgium®, a pivotal initiative for fostering innovation and expertise among aspiring engineers. The biggest impact of this initiative lies in effectively bridging the gap between academia and industry, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship that has led to a fivefold increase in registrations and concept submissions since the program’s inception. My heartfelt congratulations go out to all participants and winners for their remarkable achievements, which not only contribute to the industry’s advancement but also propel us toward breaking new ground.”
For more information on TECHgium® and future competitions, visit the official website athttps://ltts.techgium.com/
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India: Avira Diamonds, India’s Finest Lab-Grown Diamonds brand, today announced that it is expanding its footprint across India.
The brand has unveiled an exclusive boutique store in Bangalore, its fourth store in South India after Chennai and upcoming in Pondicherry, and it’s looking to further strengthen its presence by adding 10 more stores across South India over the next 12 months. Avira Diamonds is all set to revolutionize the jewellery industry by making world-class diamonds attainable for every Indian family. Avira Diamonds is India’s finest lab-grown and conflict-free diamond jewelry brand, founded by Suresh Jain. Developed in cutting-edge technology labs and grown under strict ethical requirements, these diamonds continue to be a powerful symbol of love passed on from one generation to the next. Handcrafted by award-winning designers and craftsmen at Avira, every piece of jewellery is a true masterpiece. The jewellery is designed and manufactured at a meticulous and technologically advanced manufacturing facility located in Chennai.
Lab Grown diamonds completely eliminate the environmental and ethical consequences of mined diamonds and are treasures that do not tarnish the planet. They are environmentally friendly, have the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as a mined diamond, and cost roughly 70% less than a mined diamond, making sustainable luxury accessible to all. Every single diamond from Avira is graded as per the 4Cs, certified, and hallmarked with gold. The company also offers 100% lifetime exchange & 95% buyback as per the prevailing price. Avira Diamonds also specialises in custom jewelry, which can be delivered in 10 working days. Founder Suresh Jain was mesmerised by the idea of creating diamonds in a lab rather than mining them without compromising on quality. The brand’s mission is to make sustainable luxury accessible to every woman. They also have an exclusive collection for men. Avira offers an extensive range of handcrafted diamond jewellery starting at just Rs 5,000/-. The exclusive selection includes earrings, bangles, bracelets, neck pieces, solitaire, and colored diamonds. “The concept of earth-friendly diamonds instantly captivated me with its promise of sustainability and ethical sourcing. As I immersed myself in understanding this innovative approach, I discovered its profound potential to revolutionize the industry.” Suresh, Founder, Avira Diamonds
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Roman travelled all the way from Germany to meet Chirag on World Thalassemia Day
Bangalore, May 08, 2024. In a heart-warming moment, 17-year-old Chirag, a thalassemia survivor from India, finally met the man who gave him a second chance at life his stem cell donor, Roman Simnizki from Germany. Chirag battled thalassemia, a genetic blood disorder that significantly impacts patients’ quality of life. For most of his childhood, Chirag had to endure fatigue and other health complications along with regular blood transfusions.
For ten years, his family tirelessly searched for an unrelated donor. Their efforts finally yielded results in 2016 when a perfect match was found Roman, a 29-year-old from Münsingen, Germany, through the DKMS database.
“Meeting Roman was an overwhelming experience,” shared Chirag. “Words cannot express how thankful I am for his selfless act. He didn’t just donate stem cells; he gave me a future.”
Roman, who travelled to India to meet Chirag, echoed the sentiment. “There’s no greater joy than knowing you’ve helped someone in need. Seeing Chirag healthy and full of life is the biggest reward.”
The emotional meeting, filled with gratitude and joy, marked the culmination of a life-changing journey for Chirag and Roman. Chirag, now free from the limitations of thalassemia, can dream of a bright future. Roman’s act of altruism, a simple cheek swab, and later blood stem cell donation, has demonstrably changed a life across continents. Chirag’s parents, who witnessed their son’s struggle and eventual recovery, expressed their heartfelt appreciation to Roman for his selfless act.
Chirag’s treating physician, Dr Revathi Raj, Paediatric Haematologist, Apollo Hospitals Chennai, said, “There is a significant burden of Thalassemia in our country, as more than 10,000 children are born with the disease every year. Beta-thalassemia major is a severe form of the disease that requires regular blood transfusions and, potentially, a stem cell transplant for a cure. I am happy that today Chirag is recovered and a bright future awaits him. I hope more people like Roman register as potential stem cell donors so more patients can undergo lifesaving stem cell transplants.”
In a stem cell transplantation, healthy blood stem cells from a matching donor are infused into the patient to help resume healthy blood production. The best stem cell transplant outcomes happen when a patient’s human leukocyte antigen (HLA) and the HLA of a potential donor. This is much more complex than matching blood groups. About 30% of patients find an HLA- matched donor within the family; however, the rest, 70% of the patients, have to look for an “unrelated” donor with matched HLA.
Talking about the DKMS-BMST Thalassemia program, Patrick Paul, CEO of DKMS-BMST, said, “To support Thalassemia patients in India, we have launched the DKMS-BMST Thalassemia program. Under this program, DKMS-BMST collaborates with local NGOs and transplantation clinics to organise camps where pediatric thalassemia patients and their families travel from far places, sometimes from very remote places in India, to give buccal swab samples for HLA typing. Samples from the camps are analysed in the DKMS laboratory based out of Germany and clinical matching reports of the same are provided. In cases where there is no HLA match sibling for a sick child, we also support unrelated donor searches for patients.”
“Donating blood stem cells is a voluntary act of solidarity with a seriously ill person. The availability of matching blood stem cell donors remains a significant challenge for Indian patients in need of life-saving transplants. India has a young population, so it is crucial to encourage more people to register as stem cell donors. Their continued participation in the registry significantly improves the chances of locating matching donors for patients requiring assistance,” said the spokesperson at the event, Dr. Sunil Bhat, Director & Clinical Lead, Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Blood & Marrow Transplantation, Narayana Health.
Chirag’s journey serves as a beacon of hope for thalassemia patients and their families and highlights the impact of the DKMS-BMST Thalassemia program. It emphasises the critical role of organisations like DKMS-BMST in facilitating life-saving transplants and the profound impact of anonymous donors like Roman, who selflessly offer a chance at a healthier future.
To register as a potential stem cell donor, you must be a healthy Indian adult between 18 and 55. When you are ready to register, all you need to do is complete a consent form and swab the inside of your cheeks to collect your tissue cells. Your tissue sample is then sent to the lab to be analyzed for your HLA (Human Leukocyte Antigen) and listed anonymously on the international search platform for matching stem cell donors. If you’re eligible, register as a blood stem cell donor by ordering your home swab kit at http://www.dkms-bmst.org/register
ಜಯನಗರದ 5 ನೇ ಬಡಾವಣೆ ನಂಜನಗೂಡು ಶ್ರೀರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಮಠದಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಮಪೂಜ್ಯ ಶ್ರೀ1008 ಶ್ರೀ ಸುಬುಧೇಂದ್ರತೀರ್ಥ ಶ್ರೀಪಾದಂಗಳವರ ಆದೇಶಾನುಸಾರ ಶ್ರೀ ಮಠದ ಹಿರಿಯ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಾಪಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಆರ್.ಕೆ. ವಾದೀಂದ್ರಾಚಾರ್ ಅವರ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಕ್ಷಯ ತೃತೀಯಾ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ಮೇ 10ನೇ ತಾರೀಕು ಶುಕ್ರವಾರದಂದು ರಾಯರ ಬೃಂದಾವನಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಪೂರ್ಣವಾಗಿ ಶ್ರೀಗಂಧದಿಂದಲೇ ಅಲಂಕಾರವನ್ನು ಮಾಡಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಬೃಂದಾವನಕ್ಕೆ ವರ್ಷಕ್ಕೊಮ್ಮೆ ಆಚರಿಸುವಂತಹ ಬಹಳ ಅಪರೂಪವಾದ “ಶ್ರೀ ಗಂಧ ಲೇಪನದ ಸೇವೆ”. ಈ ಸೇವೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತಾದಿಗಳು ಆನ್ಲೈನ್ ಈ ನಂಬರ್ -9449133929 ಮುಖಾಂತರ ಸೇವೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿ ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಅನುಗ್ರಹಕ್ಕೆ ಪಾತ್ರರಾಗಬಹುದು ಎಂದು ಶ್ರೀ ನಂದಕಿಶೋರ್ ಆಚಾರ್ಯರು ತಿಳಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಈ ಸೇವೆಯನ್ನು ಮಾಡಿಸಿರುವ ಭಕ್ತರಿಗೆ ಶನಿವಾರ 11ನೇ ತಾರೀಖಿನಂದು ಶ್ರೀಗುರು ರಾಯರ ಬೃಂದಾವನಕ್ಕೆ ಸಮರ್ಪಿಸಿ ಅಲಂಕರಿಸಿದ ಶ್ರೀಗಂಧದ ಪ್ರಸಾದವನ್ನು ಕೊಡಲಾಗುವುದು. ಈ ಸೇವೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭಗವತ್ ಭಕ್ತರು ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿ, ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಅನುಗ್ರಹಕ್ಕೆ ಪಾತ್ರರಾಗಬಹುದು. ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಮಾಹಿತಿಗಾಗಿ-08022443962-9945429129-9449133929-8660349906
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