Ride for Golden Warriors’ Fortis Cancer Institute organizes Bike Rally to raise awareness on Childhood Cancer

Gurugram/New Delhi: 23rd September 2024: In an endeavor to create awareness around childhood cancers, Fortis Cancer Institute, Gurugram, and Vasant Kunj jointly organized the ‘Ride for Golden Warriors’ bike rally. Over 60 enthusiastic Harley Davidson bikers from the Harley Owners Group, Capital Chapter Delhi/NCR, participated in the rally, which aimed to highlight the importance of early detection, regular screenings, and proactive prevention strategies for childhood cancer. The event also celebrated the strength and resilience of young cancer warriors.

The rally was flagged off at 7:00 am from Fortis Hospital, Gurugram, and concluded at Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. The event was inaugurated in the presence of Mr. Yash Rawat, Facility Director and senior clinicians from Fortis Gurugram, patients from the pediatric oncology and other pediatric specialties. The occasion also featured various activities aimed at bringing hope and joy to children battling cancer, including a flag hoisting ceremony, a special musical performance by Dr Shrinidhi Nathany, Consultant Molecular Hematologist and Oncologist, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram a magic show, and a clown performance, all designed to lift the spirits of the young warriors.

Dr Vikas Dua, Principal Director and Head, Paediatric Haematology, Haemato Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram said, “The ‘Ride for Golden Warriors’ bike rally is a powerful initiative to raise awareness about the prevalence of childhood cancer in India, while emphasizing the critical importance of early detection and regular screenings. This rally is more than just an event—it is designed to inspire and support cancer survivors and patients, celebrating their courage and resilience. It symbolizes a movement towards building a cancer-aware society, fostering community engagement and support. ‘Ride for Golden Warriors’ embodies hope, strength, and our collective determination to defeat cancer. With the support of the Harley Owners Group, Fortis Cancer Institute is sending a powerful message in the fight against childhood cancer. Together, we ride not only to raise awareness but to envision a future where cancer is no longer a feared adversary.”

Yashpal Rawat, Facility Director, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram said, “The aim behind the bike rally was to raise awareness about childhood cancer. Cancer is quite common in both developing as well as developed countries, but awareness is poor among the general population. Thus, ‘Ride for Golden Warriors’ bike rally is a manifestation of our commitment to fight the deadly disease and living healthier and being stronger. Childhood should be a time for kids to enjoy life, not a period spent fighting a challenging battle.”

Dr Gurvinder Kaur, Facility Director, Fortis Vasant Kunj said “Timely cancer detection can enhance survival rates and significantly increase the chances of successful treatment and thus help minimize the physical and emotional impact on young patients and their families. India accounts for 20% of the world’s childhood cancer burden according to the World Health Organization and most children with cancer suffer from leukemia (approximately 33%), followed by brain tumors (around 20%) and lymphomas (some 11%). ‘Ride for Golden Warriors’ is an effort to spread awareness on Early screening and Prevention which are crucial in the fight against childhood cancers.”

Supercop Robin Hibu’s NGO Helping Hands and Medhavi Skills University inaugurate the Mahatma Gandhi Centre in Ziro for Skilling Youth

Medhavi Skills University (MSU), Sikkim, successfully established the Mahatma Gandhi Centre (MGC) for Skill Development in Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh, in collaboration with Helping Hands, an NGO led by Mr. Robin Hibu (IPS), Special Commissioner of Police Vigilance and Public Transport Safety Division, Delhi Police. This partnership marks a significant step towards empowering the youth of Ziro with valuable vocational skills and ensuring their economic independence through sustainable employment opportunities in India and abroad.

As a skill training institute, MGC is set to provide advanced training in two key domains, electrical and plumbing, with an initial intake of 24 trainees per course. The centre boasts a fully equipped practical lab alongside theoretical learning facilities, ensuring a balanced, hands-on education for the students. The initiative will particularly focus on school dropouts, giving them the skills and training needed to secure jobs in India and abroad.

DGP Robin Hibu, the first Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from Arunachal Pradesh and President of Helping Hands stated “We handle lakhs of criminal cases in the National Capital Region and of these, 65 percent of the criminals are young people who are school dropouts.” Highlighting the need for skill development and channelizing youth in the positive direction, Mr. Hibu added, “The opening of the Skill Development Training Centre at Ziro is an attempt to fruitfully engage the school dropout youth of the district and impart them the necessary training and skills to be employable in the private sector companies.”

During the inaugural ceremony, Mr. Pravesh Dudani, Founder and Chancellor of MSU said “We are deeply committed to the vision of transforming lives through skills-based education. The Mahatma Gandhi Centre in Hong, Ziro represents a beacon of hope for the youth in the region. By combining our university’s world-class training with the noble efforts of Helping Hands, we are confident that this initiative will lead to prosperity and growth for the local community.”

Mr. Kuldip Sarma, Co-founder and Pro-chancellor of Medhavi Skills University, spoke about the long-term impact of the initiative, stating “Our goal at Medhavi is to create an ecosystem where education meets industry needs. The Mahatma Gandhi Centre will not only impart skills but also instill confidence and ambition in the youth of Arunachal Pradesh. We envision a future where this centre becomes a hub for innovation and excellence in skill-based training.”

The virtual inaugural event was also attended by dignitaries such as Prof. Rihan Khan, former VC of Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University, Director of Innovation and Skill Training at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi and Advisor of Helping Hands, Mr. Punyo Hinda, Executive Engineer, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, & Coordinator of Helping Hands, Mr. Gyati Kacho, Assistant Director Skills Development, Nodal Officer of Govt of Arunachal Pradesh, and Mr. Kuntal Ghosh, AGM- Work Integrated Programmes, Medhavi Skills University.

Medhavi Skills University is dedicated to bridging the gap between education and employability, and this partnership with Helping Hands marks a key step in fostering a skilled and self-reliant India.

Chirag Paswan Commends NIFTEM Standups for Hard Work and Remarkable Achievements

New Delhi, September 23
The grand conclusion of the ‘World Food India 2024’ event, held at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, took place on Sunday. Organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, this mega food festival saw NIFTEM-Kundli signing 19 MoUs, completing 3 technology transfers and launching 2 products. Startups and innovations from NIFTEM-Kundli, especially ‘Sarathi,’ the IoT-based hybrid dryer, biodegradable packaging films, and rapid detection kits, were the main attractions.

On this occasion, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Mr. Chirag Paswan, emphasized that food safety and food processing are both crucial and incomplete without each other. He also praised the startups of NIFTEM students, stating that he feels proud of these students who work tirelessly to strengthen the country’s food security. Additionally, he commended NIFTEM for developing the rapid detection kit.

 NIFTEM’s ‘Sarathi’ (Solar Assisted Refrigeration Transportation with Hybrid Control and Intelligence) is a system designed to help store and transport fruits and vegetables at different temperatures safely. It allows remote monitoring of temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide and ethylene through a mobile app. The system can maintain temperatures of 0-4°C and 8-12°C. If the vehicle is off and 220V power is unavailable, solar power can be used for air circulation. The IoT (Internet of Things)-based hybrid dryer is a special device that can dry food products in 4-5 hours using two methods. It employs infrared and refractance window drying technology. The temperature and humidity can be remotely monitored, and with the help of a smart energy meter, the temperature and power consumption can be fully controlled through a mobile app.

At this mega food festival, NIFTEM-K signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 19 prominent corporates, including Tetra Pak, Hexagon Nutrition Limited, LT Foods Limited, Fermata Biotech Limited, Tirupati Life Sciences Limited, Sahyadri Farms, Tata Consumer Products Limited (TCPL) and Hindustan Unilever Limited. Dr. Harinder Singh Oberoi, Director of NIFTEM-Kundli, stated that these collaborations are expected to promote sustainable practices in innovation, entrepreneurship and exploration in India’s food sector. Additionally, these partnerships will provide opportunities for NIFTEM students in research, projects and placements.This four-day event saw participation from over 90 countries, 26 states and union territories, and 18 central ministries.

Arthroplasty Arthroscopy Summit, highlighted cutting-edge techniques to treat joint pathologies

Hyderabad, 23rd September 2024: Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad; in association with the Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (AIMSR); hosted the one-day 8th Arthroplasty Arthroscopy Summit 2024 (AAS), under the aegis of the Telangana Orthopaedic Surgeon’s Association (TOSA) and Twin Cities Orthopaedic Society (TCOS), today at AIMSR, Jubilee Hills. Dr Mithin Aachi, Course Director, AAS and Sr. Ortho & Joint Replacement Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad; Dr N. Somashekar Reddy, Organizing Chairman, AAS and Sr. Ortho & Joint Replacement Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad; briefed media about the latest techniques discussed at the summit.

The Summit was attended by over two hundred and fifty orthopaedic surgeons from across Telangana including several young ortho professionals. The thrust of this year’s Conference is on teaching young orthopaedic surgeons the latest surgical techniques. Close to 50 Orthopaedic Procedures and techniques were imparted under one roof in a day, by renowned national and local faculty.

This comprehensive teaching exercise was designed to guide young orthopaedic surgeons in honing both their knowledge and skills, particularly in identifying proper surgical indications and mastering techniques. Over the years, our conference has garnered significant support from delegates who value the depth of insight shared here, while also helping numerous students enhance their surgical precision and expertise, says Dr N. Somashekar Reddy. This year’s Summit focused on innovative approaches to treating joint issues without the need for knee or hip replacement surgeries. Expert discussions explored groundbreaking techniques to regenerate cartilage between joints, offering relief to patients who can be managed without invasive procedures. Additionally, for cases where joint replacement is inevitable, the Summit delved into the latest advancements in robotic-assisted surgeries, comparing their outcomes and benefits with traditional methods. Our goal is to push the boundaries of orthopaedic care, ensuring better outcomes and faster recoveries for all patients

The Summit spotlighted cutting-edge advancements in orthopaedic care, with a special focus on the latest techniques reshaping joint treatments. Key highlights included new insights into the role of robotics in joint replacements, groundbreaking single-stage procedure for cartilage lesions in the knee aimed at preventing the onset of arthritis. Additionally, discussions covered the most advanced techniques in joint preservation and minimally invasive keyhole approaches in shoulder surgery, setting new standards for patient outcomes, says Dr Mithin Aachi. While the long-term efficacy of robotic surgery is still under research, its benefits in precise cup positioning during hip replacement and in handling severe knee deformities are undeniable. The potential of the indigenous robotic solutions could be a game changer for India, significantly reducing costs, while enhancing precision care. This breakthrough would make advanced treatment options more affordable and accessible to a larger number of patients across the country, transforming the landscape of joint replacement surgeries, he adds.

The Seminar was of the opinion that a senior experienced surgeon gives equal and parallel results to Robot, but it is handy in patients with extremely bad deformities. The delegates felt that Making In India perhaps will be the best way to cut costs of Robot manufacture and procurement.

New single stage techniques for Cartilage lesions is another area which was deliberated and is fast proving in short term results to be very reliable to prevent osteoarthritis in future. However long-term results are very important before we can generalise outcomes.

‘Karnataka Marwari Samaj organized free Artificial Limb Camp

Bengaluru, 23rd Sept 2024: For the 17th year Karnataka Marwari Samaj in association with Bhagwan Mahaveer Vikalang Sahayata Samiti (Jaipur Foot) organized a ‘Free Mega distribution Artificial limb Donation Camp 2024“. The distribution camp was held at Rani Sarala Devi collage, 281, 7t cross rd, 1st block, Jayanagar East, Jayanagar, Bengaluru -560011 in presence of Chief Guest Dr. Sunil PK –Cardiac Surgeon, Professor CTVS Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Researchers Bangalore and Guest of Honour Sri B. Kodandaram(Hon. President, Rani Sarala Devi collage, Jayanagar) graced the occasion .

More than 125 patients were provided with Artificial Limb ,callipers and crutches (hands also added this year).

Speaking about the Camp Sri Vikash Balodia, President, Karnataka Marwari Samaj said, “At this camp, individuals with disabilities are receiving high-quality artificial limbs and other devices they couldn’t afford before. These camps build community support, raise awareness, and help people regain mobility, improving lives and societal engagement. This initiative offers free medical check-ups, fittings, and ongoing care to enhance quality of life, empowering individuals and making a lasting impact. People from Karnataka and neighboring states are welcome to benefit from this opportunity.”

Sri Bimal Kumar Saraogi, Project Director, Karnataka Marwari Samaj said, “Each of us has been affected in various ways, and it is imperative that we contribute according to our capabilities to support others. KMS remains unwavering in its social vision and commitment to assisting individuals with disabilities in reclaiming their mobility and dignity. Through the provision of high-quality, durable artificial limbs and other assistive devices, we aim to significantly improve their quality of life.”

Aster DM Healthcare to launch the largest exclusive Women & Children’s Hospital in Hyderabad

Bangalore, 23 September 2024: Aster DM Healthcare, one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in India, will be launching the largest Women & Children Hospital in Hyderabad. This 300-bed state-of-the-art facility will cater to the unique healthcare needs of children and women of all ages. The hospital will offer specialized services in obstetrics, comprehensive gynecological care and complete neonatal & paediatric care. Aster DM Healthcare will be making an investment of around Rs. 220 crores in this facility spreading over 3 lakh sq ft. Phase 1 of the project is expected to be completed and fully functional by mid – FY26.

 The Aster Women & Children Hospital will offer specialized medical services such as obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, neonatal care, and reproductive health. It will feature 100 critical care beds and 10 modular operating theatres, along with luxury birthing suites. To provide advanced maternal and pediatric care, the hospital will incorporate high-end technology for specialty services, including a Cath lab, CT, MRI, ECMO, IVUS, EBUS, and ERCP. Additionally, it will offer 24/7 emergency care.

 Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder & Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare said, “Aster Women & Children Hospital Hyderabad will set new benchmarks in obstetric and pediatric healthcare, offering a wide array of super-specialty services. The new hospital is in line with the group’s mission and commitment to delivering quality and affordable healthcare to the large population of not only Hyderabad but all of South India. The focus on the unique healthcare needs of the children and women underscores our dedication to addressing the healthcare needs. The hospital will offer cutting edge multidisciplinary women and child care that will be steered by highly skilled medical professionals dedicated to providing world-class care and highest safety standards.”

 Establishing a new Women & Child hospital in Hyderabad offers a strategic opportunity to address the growing healthcare needs of a rapidly expanding population, driven by urbanization and an increasing middle class with greater disposable income. As a recognized healthcare hub, Hyderabad draws patients from across the region, making it an ideal location for specialized maternal and pediatric care. The proposed project is situated in a catchment area with a predominantly young migrant population, which further increases the demand for comprehensive women’s and children’s healthcare services. With limited options for full-fledged Women & Child hospitals offering high-end super-specialty services, this project is well-positioned to serve an essential market need while capitalizing on the city’s robust infrastructure and medical tourism potential.

 Aster DM Healthcare already has a presence in Hyderabad with Aster Prime Hospital, a 158-bed multi-specialty hospital situated in the strategic location of Ameerpet at Hyderabad. Aster DM Healthcare continues to expand within the dynamic Indian healthcare sector, with numerous innovations and unique services on the horizon. These endeavors align with the group’s mission to provide exceptional care that meets the evolving needs of our patients. The Group’s Centres of Excellence (COE) are an amalgamation of experienced doctors, state-of-the-art technology, and the highest level of patient care and treatment. The introduction of this facility reaffirms Aster DM Healthcare’s unwavering commitment to advancing medical standards and enhancing patient outcomes.

 The Company plans to add ~2000 beds by FY27 taking the total bed tally in India to 6800+ through the organic route and will further look for expansion through the inorganic route as well to achieve its aim of becoming the top 3 integrated healthcare providers in India along with a strong presence of labs and pharmacies in the geographies that Aster has a presence in. The plan encompasses a mix of brownfield and greenfield projects, including the upcoming Aster Capital in Trivandrum, and Aster MIMS Kasargod and adding bed capacity to the existing hospitals. The Company will also be eyeing potential markets such as Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. The capital allocation for this expansion is in the range of 1200cr.

Signature Global Awards Rs320 Crore Contract to ACC India for “Twin Towers DXP” Project

New Delhi, 23rd September 2024: Gurugram based real estate developer, Signature Global, who has a focus on realty projects in Northern India has appointed ACC India Pvt Ltd for Civil, Structure and Part MEP work for all the Towers, Basements and Other Ancillary Buildings for its residential group housing project in Sector 84, Gurugram, Haryana which is located along the rapidly developing Dwarka Expressway.

The LOI dated September 12, 2024 determines the total contract value to be Rs 320 crs. It additional determines that the completion period of the project as 27 months from the date of commencement of work and 3 months from complete handing over of work.

On the announcement of the appointment Mr Lalit Aggarwal, Vice Chairman, Signature Global said “This is going to be one of the finest projects that we will be executing and will be a crowning jewel in our portfolio. While I cannot share too many details of the project until it is officially launched, I can definitely share that it will span four and a half acres and exhibit architectural brilliance. Also, it’ll be one of the tallest in the area and Arabian Construction Company, along with their Indian subsidiary ACC India, is known for constructing many prominent towers in the Middle East and India, showcasing their proven expertise in delivering this project. We have proudly delivered approximately 11 million sq. ft. across projects and more than 30,000 happy customers since our inception in 2014 and have a robust pipeline too.”

On ACCs appointment, Mr Ani Ray, Managing Director, ACC India Pvt Ltd said “It’s a privilege to be associated with Signature Global for its Twin Towers DXP project and we look forward to completing the project in the time limit prescribed. It gives us utmost joy to build homes for the aspiring and growing population in the country. ACC has been associated with landmark projects such as World ONE (84 floors, 285 Meter) of Lodha Developers in Mumbai; 88 East Kolkata of Tata Housing & Keventers, and The 42 (62 floor, 255 Meter) besides ongoing projects in Delhi + NCR for DLF, TARC and Unity Group Projects and others across major metros”