27, Nov 2023
LatentView Analytics Launches Project Apoorva
Chennai, November 27, 2023 – LatentView Analytics, a global digital analytics consulting and solutions firm, unveiled Project Apoorva today, aimed at transforming the lives of young adults from marginalized communities. This flagship initiative focuses on enhancing academic opportunities, career awareness, and exposure for adolescents through a specialized skill development program across government schools in Chennai.
The inauguration ceremony, held on November 27th, 2023, at Arignar Anna Government Higher Secondary School in Besant Nagar, was attended by key members from the Tamil Nadu government, LatentView Analytics management, and Learning Links Foundation, the primary implementation partner for Project Apoorva.
Project Apoorva signifies LatentView Analytics’ commitment to social impact and community development by leveraging its core competency in data analytics to impart valuable skills to 4000 students from grades 9-12. The program’s design ensures a sustainable and scalable impact, equipping students with essential 21st-century skills to navigate adulthood successfully.
The curriculum of Project Apoorva has been co-created by the LatentView Analytics team, meticulously integrating real-life applications and practical training elements to ensure students gain skills directly applicable to real job scenarios. The project has garnered significant interest from the Chennai education department, considering its alignment with the Naan Mudhalvan Scheme by the Tamil Nadu Government, showcasing the collaborative effort between public and private sectors to drive positive change in education and skill development.
At the inauguration, Rajan Sethuraman, CEO of LatentView Analytics, said, “At LatentView Analytics, we’re driven to go beyond traditional philanthropy and financial support and intend to make a meaningful difference in society. Project Apporva is an opportunity to transform lives, and we are committed to this mission.” He added, “Our passion extends to our employees, who actively participate in our initiatives. We are keen to utilize our data expertise and resources to create tangible, lasting change in the youth of Tamil Nadu.”
Learning Links Foundation, a non-profit organization established in 2002, shares LatentView Analytics’ vision of empowering youth through education and skill-building initiatives. Their mission is to foster purpose and progress by unlocking lifelong learning in children, adolescents, and youth through the key pillars of education, skill building, entrepreneurship, technology, innovation, and research and development. This alignment in vision makes them a robust partner to LatentView for Project Apoorva.
Project Apoorva aims to enhance academic opportunities and instill confidence and valuable skills in the young minds of tomorrow, paving the way for a brighter future for these students.
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27, Nov 2023
Rishab, a 12th-grade student develops an AI application, Sabka Vikaas…
Hyderabad, November 27, 2023….. In a remarkable display of innovation and social commitment, Rishab, a 12th-grade student at Rockwell International School in Hyderabad, has developed an AI application called ‘Sabka Vikaas.’ The application aims to provide information on over 1200 government schemes in nine vernacular languages, including Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, specifically catering to the underprivileged.
The boy gave a demo of the same to Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship of India during his tour to Sherlingampally Constituency on Sunday. The Minister later tweeted the photo and spoke about his visit to Sherlingmpally constituency and interaction with people there.
The ‘Sabka Vikaas’ app allows users, particularly women, to communicate in their native language, making information about central and state-level schemes more accessible. Users can specify their demographic details, such as being women, children, or specially-abled, and describe their situation. The application then uses this information to find and present relevant government schemes applicable to their needs. Importantly, the app responds in the user’s native language through voice technology, further breaking down barriers.
The honourable minister commended Rishab as a young visionary who has taken the initiative to leverage technology and AI to assist underserved communities. Minister Chandrasekhar spent time discussing the potential of refining the application for large-scale deployment, aligning with Prime Minister Modi’s vision of ‘New India’s Techade.’
The minister emphasized the crucial role of AI, particularly Generative AI, in realizing a seamless interface for 1.3 billion Indians to access government schemes. He highlighted the need for AI to be developed in various Indian languages to ensure widespread accessibility, drawing parallels with the success of UPI (Unified Payments Interface) in the country’s digital transformation.
Minister Chandrasekhar, in a visionary statement, underscored the imperative to develop AI for India using local languages and data. He stressed that solutions for India’s unique challenges must be crafted within the country by young innovators. According to him, this is a pivotal moment for Young India to actively participate in India’s Techade. Looking ahead, he predicted that, similar to the global success of UPI, the world would turn to India for the development of innovative, globally applicable solutions.
The minister expressed immense satisfaction that young innovators like Rishab are not only embracing technology while still in high school but are also developing solutions tailored specifically to India’s needs.
The ‘Sabka Vikaas’ application stands as a testament to the positive impact that young innovators like Rishab can have on society by leveraging technology for social welfare. As the application continues to evolve, it has the potential to play a pivotal role in connecting underprivileged individuals with the government schemes designed to uplift and support them.
27, Nov 2023
Game-Changing Comfort: Step into Excellence with Responsive Active Sports Flooring
Diving into innovation, Responsive Industries, a leading Vinyl Flooring manufacturer, proudly presents its latest achievement: Active Sports flooring. As pioneers in crafting top-notch surfaces, Responsive introduces a new era in flooring excellence.
When the challenge is on, you need the best flooring to perform. No matter what the activity, Responsive Active Sports flooring will meet your needs and expectations day after day while ensuring the least damage to your body.
Responsive Active stands out as a high-quality vinyl sports floor covering, offering a multi-layered construction. This flooring is presented in 1.5m-wide sheets and boasts a compact closed-cell foam backing, reinforced with glass fibre, a vinyl performance layer, an embossed PVC wear layer, and a printed wood design protected by a transparent wood grain embossed wear layer.
With superior dimensional stability and improved indentation ratings, this flooring ensures exceptional sports performance. The rapid restoration of its foam layers contributes to its outstanding athletic capabilities. Responsive Active Sports flooring requires no wax or polish throughout its lifespan, adding to its convenience and longevity.
Featuring elevated underfoot comfort, our solution stands as the epitome of excellence for various applications that demand a perfect blend of athletic performance, safety, energy absorption, noise reduction, design, and durability. Tailored to meet the rigorous demands of professional sports, multi-purpose halls, gymnasiums, kindergartens, and beyond, our product excels in providing a superior experience across a spectrum of activities.
This versatile solution is specially designed for sports enthusiasts engaging in basketball, badminton, wrestling, pilates, yoga, kickboxing, martial arts, gymnastics, football, futsal, and volleyball. Its high-performance characteristics make it an ideal choice for those seeking an optimal balance between functionality and comfort, ensuring a top-notch experience in every sporting and fitness endeavour.
27, Nov 2023
If a child is confident in Mathematics, nothing can stop him from reaching his fullest potential: D.R. Garg
Hyderabad,27th November 2023: . SIP National Prodigy-2023, the 20th National Abacus Competition was organized in the city at Classic Convention Three at Shamshabad on Sunday. It was organized by SIP Academy, India’s biggest skill development organization for kids.
D.R. Garg, Secretary and CEO of the Telangana State Human Rights Commission inaugurated it.
Speaking on the occasion D.R Garg said, if you observe the few past SSC results 40% failed in Mathematics subject. Skill training in the formative years of the child can bring tremendous change in the attitude towards mathematics. Mathematics is the key to science, technology, computers and human progress. If a child is confident in Mathematics, nothing can stop him from reaching his fullest potential. I wish I had known this methodology when I was a bureaucrat in charge of managing residential schools earlier in my career. I would have implemented this program and made a huge difference. It is a wonderful experience to see these tiny tots, who are human calculators doing miraculous things
It is our largest ever competition. It is a massive competition. Participation in these kinds of competitions gives children a great experience and confidence. A record number of 4700 are participating, announced Dinesh Victor, Managing Director of SIP Academy.
Dinesh Victor, who is a champion of the skill development movement for Children in India said the Abacus program offers many skills such as concentration. Improved performance in arithmetic, self-confidence, and visual skills among others he said. The program nurtures the development of children with razor-sharp intellects, he said.
The competition was held in two rounds and the children solved 300 mathematical problems in 11 minutes covering Abacus, multiplication, division and visual arithmetic sums.
The earlier year events have achieved 4 LIMCA book of records for the size and pattern of the competition held in India and internationally. The parents were present to witness this massive competition along with SIP Abacus India employees. A total of over 12000 people attended the function.
SIP Academy India has run world-class skill development programmes since 2003, making a significant impact on the mental potential of children. The program has a presence in 23 states, 350+ cities, 850+ Centers and trained ten lakh children so far. The SIP Abacus program is present in 11 countries worldwide.
27, Nov 2023
If anyone tells you, no, you can’t do it, reply, yes, I will and stop if you can, says a 31 years Cerebral Palsy man Sumit Agarwal
Hyderabad, November 27, 2023…..Rejected by 30 schools, Sumit Agarwal teaches the world how to live with Cerebral Palsy, be successful in business and create wealth.
Born with Cerebral Palsy, an Astrologer told his parents that Sumit would not survive beyond 33 years of age. “Now I am 31, but Astrologer is no more, ” he said to a hall full of attendees of the Legacy Building Live program organised on Sunday evening at the Park, Somajiguda by Fortune Academy.
Sumit was in the city at the invitation of Fortune Academy. He was talking to people who gathered to learn how to be financially successful
People told me that I walked differently, talked differently and looked differently. And nobody wanted to be a friend to me. So, I don’t have any friends. Everybody told me that I didn’t belong there. Now I not only survived, did an MBA, topped the country, started my own business and now I give jobs to others.
I have two million LinkedIn Inn followers. I helped 500 people with disabilities get jobs. I am on the board of several Fortune 500 companies as part of their diversity and inclusivity plans, he declared amidst the thunderous applause.
I have had four surgeries and 70% of my movement is restricted. So reduced mobility, muscle spasms and slower speech are some of the inevitable obstacles I still face here.
If anyone says no, you can’t do it, I tell them yes, I can do it. I also reply and tell them to try and stop me if they can.
Right parenting saved my life, he added.
Giving her opening remarks, Dr Mani Pavitra, who runs 9 successful businesses besides being a Dentist, said the goal of Fortune Academy is to create an army of people who are financially successful. She gave attendees her financial prudence. She told her audience to find comfort in discomfort.
Her husband Pradeep Yarlagadda, Investor, Trainer and Co-founder of Fortune Academy gave 5 stages to Fortune. He spoke about how to improve financial well-being. Though most of us are good at jobs but very bad at money management.
The event saw many people sharing their financial success stories. Many were recognised with awards for their remarkable transformation and achievements.
27, Nov 2023
Navigating the Future: Emerging Trends in Education and Their Impact on Students
The field of education is experiencing a radical metamorphosis driven by new and developing patterns that are changing the face of education. The groundwork for a new era in education by delving into these trends and their profound effects on students.
1. Integration of Technology:
Embracing technology in education has become more than a choice since it has become a part of students’ day-to-day life. Technology is completely changing how students interact with educational content and obtain information. Examples of this include virtual classrooms and interactive learning platforms.
2. Tailored Education:
The trend toward personalized learning is driving away from the one-size-fits-all model. Customized educational experiences and adaptive learning platforms meet the needs of each individual student, creating a more productive and welcoming learning environment.
3. Online and Blended Learning:
As online and blended learning become more popular, traditional classroom boundaries are being pushed further. With the ability to access courses and collaborate with peers worldwide, students can now overcome geographical limitations and enjoy schedule flexibility.
4. STEM Education and Coding:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is becoming more and more important. By including coding in the curriculum, teachers can better prepare their students for careers in technology-driven industries by giving them essential skills for the digital age.
5. Project-Based Learning:
This method of instruction pushes students to apply their knowledge to real-world situations rather than rote memorization. This practical approach fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in addition to deepening understanding.
6. International Citizenry Education:
Fostering global citizenship is crucial in today’s interconnected world. As a means of equipping students to meet a variety of global challenges, education is placing an increasing emphasis on developing cultural awareness, empathy, and teamwork.
Impact on Learners:
– Enhanced Engagement:
Students’ attention is drawn to interactive and technologically advanced learning approaches, which promotes greater engagement and participation in the educational process.
– Individualized Growth:
By addressing each student’s unique strengths and shortcomings, personalized learning enables students to advance at their own pace and fosters a more effective and customized learning environment.
– Critical Thinking Skills:
The development of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, which are crucial for success in the modern workforce, is facilitated by project-based learning and STEM education.
– Global Awareness:
Introducing students to diverse viewpoints fosters a feeling of global citizenship, develops their cultural competency, and gets them ready for a world where cross-cultural communication is essential.
According to Prof.(Dr.) Rakesh Kumar Dwivedi Director & Principal FoE & CCSIT, TMU Moradabad-
“Education is undergoing a transformative evolution with emerging trends reshaping the learning landscape. Key motivators include the use of technology, individualized instruction, and an emphasis on critical thinking. Innovative tools made possible by the digital age promote a dynamic and engaging learning environment. To guarantee a comprehensive approach, it can be difficult to strike a balance between screen time and conventional techniques. Cultural awareness is also promoted by encouraging a global perspective. Education is a dynamic process that affects students in more ways than just imparting knowledge; it helps them become resilient, adaptive people who can thrive in a world that is changing quickly. These new developments in education are changing the face of the field and providing students with a more engaging and customized education. By embracing these changes, educators give students the tools they need to succeed in a world that is constantly changing and provide them with the knowledge and abilities needed to succeed in the twenty-first century.”
27, Nov 2023
Odia Samaj Tripura celebrates Karthik Purnima Boita Bhasani 2023
Tripura, Nov 27: On the auspicious day of Karthik Purnima, the members of Odia Samaja Tripura and Prabasi Odisha celebrated Boita Bhasani 2023. All the family members have joined the boat sailing ritual and prayer. Karthik Purnima is one of the major festivals of Odisha that is celebrated in the month of Karthik (November). Boat sailing is an ancient festival and ritual that has been observed for many years for the well-being of the traders of Odisha who used to sail to various countries across the globe to trade their goods.
All the family members worshiped the boats and performed rituals like Boita Bandana. All the members and kids prayed to Lord Jagannath for peace and prosperity. All Odia people living in Tripura joined the festival celebration and greeted everyone.
27, Nov 2023
NMIMS Bengaluru Hosts an Interactive and Youthful Y20 Talk on ‘Shared Future: Youth in Democracy and Governance’
Bengaluru, 27th November 2023: SVKM’s NMIMS Bengaluru hosted an insightful Y20 Talk on the topic ‘Shared Future: Youth in Democracy and Governance’ featuring Ms. Surabhi Hodigere. The transformative session was hosted in association with INDGenius and Y20 India.
The guest speaker at the enriching session, Ms. Surabhi Hodigere, is a prominent public policy specialist on technology policy and is currently a top research fellow at the prestigious Aapti Institute in Bangalore. The eminent speaker has a Bachelor’s degree in Economics (Honors) from the acclaimed Christ University and a Master’s in Public Policy from the globally renowned Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. She is a well-known advocate of responsible use of technology in improving public service delivery and public administration. Ms. Surabhi has vast experience working as a civic-technology entrepreneur and is also a recipient of the noteworthy LAMP fellowship.
Established by students, alumni, and professors from premier educational institutions across India, INDGenius is a platform for youth, scholars, and young academicians across premiere private universities, eminent institutes, and top boarding schools in India and aims to act as a network for students offering holistic growth of an individual with a development-oriented outlook.
Meanwhile, Y20 is the official engagement platform of the G20 and comprises prominent young leaders and changemakers from the G20 countries. The platform is aimed at encouraging dialogue and knowledge exchange among top youth leaders of India and across the world over the challenges facing our generation and for them to collectively strive to make a positive impact on the world. Together, the top youth forums hosted the session as part of their ‘Project I-Leads’, an effort to envision India’s leadership at G20 with a global perspective.
At the enthralling Y20 session, Ms. Surabhi touched upon a range of important topics, from her experiences in politics to her return from the United States with a desire to serve the country. She spoke about India’s leadership at the G20 and the massive success of the G20 Summit held in New Delhi earlier this year. The guest spoke extensively about the importance of social entrepreneurship and appealed to the young audience to take the lead in bringing social change. During her interaction with the young attendees at the session, she stressed the need for reading.
The Y20 Talk at NMIMS Bengaluru was an enriching experience for keen students, who were provided with an exclusive opportunity to network with professionals and explore new ideas and perspectives, helping them broaden their horizons. Expressing her thoughts at the insightful session, Ms. Surabhi Hodigere said, “In order to bring about social change, the youth of today will have to play a transformative role and take important responsibilities in governance and drive public policy.”
Appreciating the initiative taken up by INDGenius and Y20 India and thanking Ms. Surabhi for her gracing the occasion, Dr. Narayani Ramachandran, Deputy Director, NMIMS Bengaluru, said, “We welcome the initiative taken up by INDGenius and Y20 India to empower the youth and students of India with interactive and insightful programs like the Y20 Talk. Additionally, we would like to thank Ms. Surabhi for gracing our campus and providing her rich insights to our students.”
27, Nov 2023
Sakra World Hospital Unveils an Advanced New Dialysis Unit to Enhance Patient Care
Bangalore, November 27, 2023 – Sakra World Hospital, a high-tech medical center supported by Secom and Toyota Tsusho in Bangalore, inaugurated its new Dialysis Unit, covering an area of 1800 sq. ft. within the hospital premises. The unveiling event was hosted by Mr. Yuichi Nagano, Managing Director; Mr. Naoya Matsumi, Deputy Managing Director; and Mr. Lovekesh Phasu, Group COO. Notably present were Dr. Sushma Rani Raju, Senior Consultant in Nephrology, and Dr. Gowrugari Venu Madhav, Senior Consultant in Nephrology at Sakra World Hospital. The new dialysis unit will operate under the able guidance of Dr. Sushma Rani Raju.
The new Dialysis Unit at Sakra World Hospital features 10 beds, each meticulously designed for optimal comfort during dialysis treatment. This expansion is a commitment to enhance medical services, especially in chronic kidney diseases (CKD). This state-of-the-art facility will be instrumental in our commitment to deliver excellent care for patients suffering from any health condition. The advanced technology and expanded capacity will enable the Hospital to reach out to a larger number of individuals, positively influencing the health of the community.
Dr. Sushma Rani Raju, Senior Consultant Nephrology, Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru, “End-stage kidney disease has a profound impact on the lives of patients as well as their families. Dialysis is a life-saving treatment modality. It is a pleasure to expand our services by opening a new unit. We are committed to providing quality care to CKD and dialysis population.”
Mr. Yuichi Nagano, the Managing Director, of Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru, “With the inauguration of our advanced new Dialysis Unit, Sakra World Hospital will continue to show its dedication to providing exceptional healthcare services and improving the well-being of our patients”.
Mr. Naoya Matsumi, the Deputy Managing Director, of Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru, “I take great pride in the launch of our new Dialysis Unit, a clear reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing healthcare and ensuring the well-being of our community”.
27, Nov 2023
Essential Medical Ethics Every Student Should Grasp
Healthcare professionals’ beliefs and practices are greatly influenced by medical ethics. It is essential for students interested in pursuing a career in medicine to comprehend and uphold ethical principles. The following are essential components of medical ethics with which all students should be acquainted to:
1. Independence and Knowledgeable Assent:
Patients are entitled to make choices regarding their own medical treatment. Students need to understand how crucial it is to get patients’ informed consent and make sure they are fully aware of the advantages and disadvantages of any medical procedure.
2. Nondisclosure:
It is essential to respect patient confidentiality. Medical students need to know how to protect private information and recognize the rare circumstances in which it might be required to be disclosed.
3. Non-maleficence and Beneficence:
A fundamental ethical precept is balancing the pursuit of benefit from harm with the avoidance of it. Pupils should minimize hazards while placing a high priority on the health of their patients.
4. Fairness in Medical Care:
It’s critical to guarantee equitable access to healthcare resources and to prevent discrimination. The ethical ramifications of resource allocation and unequal access to healthcare must be understood by students.
5. Boundaries in the Workplace:
It’s critical to comprehend the boundaries that exist between patients and healthcare providers. Keeping a relationship that is morally and professionally appropriate benefits patients’ trust and well-being.
6. Honesty and Truthfulness:
Honest communication with patients promotes trust. Students ought to understand the value of honesty even in trying circumstances.
7. Care at the End of Life:
Making decisions regarding end-of-life care demands empathy. Pupils need to understand the moral implications of decisions like advance care planning and treatment withholding or withdrawal.
8. Cultural Competence:
It’s critical to acknowledge and honor the various cultural practices and beliefs that exist. The influence of cultural factors on healthcare decision-making should be understood by students.
9. Research Ethics:
Medical students participating in studies must have a thorough understanding of the ethical conduct of research. This entails getting consent with full knowledge of the risks involved, keeping research findings valid, and so forth.
10. Global Health Ethics:
Students should be aware of the moral dilemmas that arise when tackling infectious diseases, health inequalities, and humanitarian crises across the globe because healthcare is a global issue.
According to Dr. Ranjana Singh, MBBS, MD, Prof & HOD, NIIMS Hospital– “The moral compass that directs healthcare workers is medical ethics. It highlights the sacred trust that exists between patients and caregivers and demands confidentiality, compassion, and integrity. Students need to understand the concept of beneficence, which puts the health of the patients first. Respecting patients’ rights to make educated decisions about their health is emphasized by autonomy. Non-maleficence urges careful attention and caution against doing harm. Justice promotes equitable distribution of resources and medical care. When negotiating the complex terrain of medical ethics, compassion is essential. Recall that moral decisions shape the foundation of dignity, respect, and trust that characterizes healthcare professionals. Maintaining these principles guarantees a moral, patient-focused medical practice.”
