Himalaya Wellness Company Hosts “The Mindful Strides Walkathon 2023”

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Himalaya Wellness Company Hosts “The Mindful Strides Walkathon 2023” to Promote Mental Health and Well-being
Bengaluru, Sunday, November 5: Himalaya Wellness Company, one of India’s leading wellness brands, organized The Mindful Strides Walkathon 2023 on Sunday, November 5, at Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. The invigorating 5K Walkathon was a community event dedicated to promoting mental wellness and raising awareness about the importance of mental health. From children to seniors, from avid fitness enthusiasts to casual walkers, the event attracted diverse participants who were united in their quest for mental well-being.

KG Umesh-Director, Human Resources at Himalaya Wellness Company, flagged off the event at 7:30 am at Kanteerava Stadium, an iconic arena with a rich sporting history that serves as a hub for sports enthusiasts and talented athletes in the city hosting numerous sporting events.
Speaking about the event, Jayashree Ullal says, “The Mindful Strides Walkathon was a celebration of the importance of mental health. With increasing stressors and the fast-paced nature of modern life, mental health has become a critical concern. As individuals and a community, we should come forward to make a real difference in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health.”
“A healthy mind is the greatest treasure. Taking a positive step today will help you lead a better tomorrow. Educating ourselves and others helps in fostering open dialogue through community-led platforms like walkathons. Practicing empathy, embracing compassion, and normalizing help-seeking behavior can go a long way in supporting those who need it. Himalaya Wellness Company is committed to raising awareness about mental health,” KG Umesh adds.
Participants at The Mindful Strides Walkathon enjoyed a scenic route that took them through some of the city’s most picturesque spots, such as Sheshadri Iyer Memorial Hall (Central State Library), Band Stand at Cubbon Park, and Jawahar Bal Bhavan Auditorium. The event was not just about completing the 5K course; it was a holistic experience nurturing body and mind—emphasizing the connection between physical activity and mental tranquility.
Himalaya will continue to be at the forefront of initiatives that break the stigma surrounding mental health. Guided by the core business philosophy, ‘Care for Community,’ Himalaya partnered with the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in 2022 to develop a suicide prevention research and surveillance framework called SURAKSHA. The initiative aims to improve access to mental healthcare in Karnataka’s Ramanagara district and test the feasibility of an indigenized pilot research model. The project aligns with WHO’s ‘LIVE LIFE’ framework for suicide prevention.

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Zika Virus – Everything One Should Know About

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Dr. Swati Rajagopal, Consultant – Infectious Disease & Travel Medicine, Aster CMI Hospital

Zika Virus – Everything One Should Know About

 

Zika is a vector-borne disease.  A recent study by WHO has shown that vectors transmit 17% of estimated global communicable diseases and almost 12 major vector-borne diseases across the globe like Zika virus fever, dengue, chikungunya fever, Japanese encephalitis, dengue, is the leading cause of more than 700 000 deaths annually.  This has been mainly caused due to the rapidly changing global climates over the last century, which have significantly contributed to the rapid spread of infectious and vector-borne diseases across the globe. 

Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause a variety of health problems, including birth defects, neurological disorders, and autoimmune diseases. Pregnant women are at high risk of getting infected and infection during pregnancy can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, and birth defects.

Zika virus does not develop symptoms, however, those who do develop last for 2-7 days. These symptoms include:

•             Fever

•             Rash

•             Headache

•             Joint pain

•             Red eyes

•             Muscle pain

 

In special cases, Zika virus may cause more serious complications, such as:

•Guillain-Barré syndrome, a neurological disorder that can cause muscle weakness and paralysis

•Microcephaly, a birth defect in which a baby’s head is smaller than expected

• Other severe fetal brain defects

 

Currently, there is no vaccine or specific treatment for Zika virus infection, thus it is highly critical to take all the prevention to avoid the infection.  One should avoid mosquito bites and take the below-mentioned precautions:

•Never let water stagnate anywhere in and around your home, keep a check regularly, especially in the rainy season, and clear out accumulated water in buckets, coolers, or other containers where mosquitoes can breed.

•Personal protection measures, such as repellents and protective clothing, are effective against all of them. It is recommended to use a suitable mosquito repellent for children and expectant mothers mostly when they are stepping out.

•Improve water storage and sanitization so that the disease is controlled at the community level.

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BATTLE OF BREATHS: KANNADA SUPERSTAR BADSHAH KICCHA SUDEEP POSTER TAKES CENTER STAGE!

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Introducing the new poster of Kannada Superstar Badshah Kiccha Sudeep: A visual masterpiece but what does it signify?. That’s the big mystery everyone’s buzzing about. Brace yourself for the big reveal next week, as we lift the veil on Kiccha’s poster secrets. Something huge is coming your way, and you won’t want to miss it! Stay tuned for a larger-than-life reveal. #BattleofBreaths

 

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank observes Vigilance Awareness Week

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank observes Vigilance Awareness Week, educating employees on the right practices of banking
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (‘Ujjivan SFB’ / ‘Bank’) to observe ‘Vigilance Awareness Week’ from October 30 to November 6, 2023.

The theme is “Educating the employees on fraud prevention”, and it is aimed at promoting ethical banking practices among its employees. The Chief Guest, Mr. Santosh Hegde, former Judge of the Supreme Court and former Lok Ayukta of the Karnataka State, kicked-off the “Vigilance Awareness Week” event with a ceremonial lamp lighting followed by a keynote speech. Other dignitaries included Mr. Samit Ghosh, Founder-Ujjivan, Mr. Ittira Davis, MD & CEO, Ujjivan SFB and Mrs. Rajni Mishra, Independent Director, Ujjivan SFB.
During Vigilance Awareness Week, the Bank will conduct awareness programmes and workshops across its banking outlets. Initiatives will focus on training programme and educative series on importance of ethical conduct and building trust amongst its customers; a gamification version of educating the employees about Do’s and Don’t’s with the creation of “The Escape Room”; educative series highlighting the importance of ethical conduct, preventing fraud, and safeguarding customers’ interests. The Bank also recognised outstanding employees who showed exemplary behavior and integrity at their work. Initiatives like these demonstrate the bank’s commitment in promoting ethical banking practices and nurturing a culture of Vigilance among its employees.

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KSRTC enters into an MoU with Sri. Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology and Research, to conduct ten types of cardiac medical check-ups for all its employees for a period of five years

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corporation considers “healthy employees as assets to the organization”. Currently 34000 employees are working in the Corporation, out of that, 24686 are drivers and Conductors. Heart attacks/cardiac related diseases are very common these days due to working style, lifestyle and other reasons of our Corporation employees. Heart related diseases are more prevalent among drivers, Conductors and other staff above 40 years of age. Regular cardiac check-ups/examinations can help prevent possible heart attacks and taking precautionary measures save lives. Realizing the necessity of subjecting all the employees of the corporation to specific tests/checkups related to the heart, creating awareness among the employees and making them to take proactive measures, KSRTC has taken an initiative in collaboration with Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology and Research, decided to conduct ten medical checkups related to heart.

Today, i.e. 02.11.2023, KSRTC entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Sri Jayadeva Institute. The MoU will be valid for next five years. Dr. C. N Manjunath while speaking on this occasion said, human health is very important and it cannot be purchased. Nowadays heart attack rates are increasing and is more seen in early aged. I have seen older people bringing their children for heart checkups. Human body is one’s best companion and it is our responsibility to protect it from any disease. This scheme also vogue in BMTC where employees aged 45 and above are covered under the scheme, but in KSRTC this scheme is extended to employees of 40 years and above which is good as the persons of this age group are also prone to heart ailments. He further said, Corporation has entered into an MoU with our institute and from now onwards it is our responsibility to identify the heart related ailments of employees. Separate checkup and treatment facility will be provided to employees and in our Mysore institute facilities would also be utilized by staff working in nearby divisions. During the occasion accident relief insurance cheque of Rs.1 crore each was distributed to 2 employee’s dependents who lost their life in accident while in service. Dr. C.N Manjunath expressed his extreme happiness over this special scheme and informed the audience, that this type of Rs.1 crore on road/off road accident relief insurance scheme is very unique and not implemented anywhere. He said, he is reading about various schemes introduced by KSRTC through newspapers and while 2-3 days back, he read about introduction of enhanced family welfare scheme amount to Rs.10 lakhs under the leadership of Sri. Ramalinga Reddy, Hon’ble Transport and Muzrai Minister which is highly appreciable. Hon’ble Transport and Muzrai Minister stated MoU entered with Sri Jayadeva Institute will facilitate for continuous heart related and other checkups to identify and prevent heart attacks and thereby save employees lives. Employees play vital role in corporation’s development and taking utmost care of them is their priority. He thanked Dr. C.N Manjunath for implementing this scheme for corporation employees at an economical cost. Sri. V. Anbukkumar IAS, Managing Director told, the corporation has implemented many schemes for employee’s welfare and to protect their family interest. In continuation of its commitment, it has entered into an MoU with Sri Jayadeva institute for medical checkups of employees over 40 years of age which will facilitate about 21,000 employees.

On behalf of employee who undergoes test the corporation pays Rs.1200 and Rs.2.55 crores per year to Jayadeva hospital. He said, this scheme will facilitate 62% of employees. Sri. Manjunath T. Assistant Traffic Inspector, Dharmasthala Depot, Puttur Division who has put in 34 years of service died by falling from his two wheeler on 17/03/2023. He was survived by two children and Sri.Srinath T.B. Driver-Cum-Conductor, T.No. 3973,Depot-5,Bangalore Central Division who has put in 24 years of service died in a private accident with Bolero on 04/04/2023 who was survived by his wife. These two employees dependents are paid with accident relief compensation of Rs.1 crore each. On this occasion, Dr. Nandini devi K, IAS, Director Personnel and Vigilance, officers and staff were present.

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