12, Jul 2024
Dell Technologies and Hope Foundation Inaugurate Digital Inclusion Lab at Vidhya Mandir ITI and AI Training Center at T.C. Palya in Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka – July 11, 2024 – Dell Technologies and Hope Foundation today celebrated the inauguration of a new Digital Inclusion Lab at Vidhya Mandir ITI in Doorvani Nagar and an AI Training Center at T.C. Palya in Bangalore.
The inauguration ceremony marked a significant milestone for students’ computer education. Officials from the Block Educational Department, along with Dell Technologies representatives, including Ms. Archana, CSR Head, South Asia Pacific & Japan, and Hope Foundation CEO Mr. Chandra Shekar, joined the event. Mr. Shekar Mandal, AGM of ITI, and members of the Block Education Office North 4 were also present to celebrate this achievement.
The Dell Digital Inclusion Lab was formally inaugurated. The new lab aims to empower school children who study in government schools, Government aided schools, and youth with digital skills. This initiative is being done across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, NCR of Delhi, Jharkhand, Sikkim and Manipur. This initiative also enables government and aided schools to offer digital inclusion labs for their students.
“We are very glad to partner with Hope Foundation to bring these new resources to the students of Bangalore,” said Ms. Archana, CSR Head, South Asia Pacific & Japan at Dell Technologies. “These labs will provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the digital economy. At Dell, we have a very ambitious goal to impact 1 billion lives by 2030.”
“This is a great opportunity to learn digital literacy and cybersecurity for the students of ITI Vidya Mandir,” said Mr. Shekar Mandal, AGM of ITI. “These new labs will give them the opportunity to learn the latest technologies and prepare for further education and jobs of the future.”
About Dell Technologies
Dell Technologies is a global leader in providing essential infrastructure for the digital age. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including servers, storage, networking, and software. Dell Technologies is committed to giving back to the communities where it operates and has a long history of supporting education and environmental initiatives.
About Hope Foundation
Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization that works to empower underprivileged communities through education, technology skill development, and employment. The foundation provides a variety of programs and services, including computer training, job placement assistance, digital literacy & cyber security workshops to school children youth and adults.
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27, May 2024
United Way Bengaluru Launches ‘Mangroves Matter’: A Campaign to Restore Mangrove Ecosystems Started revitalizing mangrove ecosystems at Pulicat near Chennai
Bengaluru, May 27, 2024: Recent reports indicate a staggering loss of about 35% of mangroves between 1996 and 2010 highlighting a concerning trend in environmental degradation. Mangrove ecosystems play a significant role in stabilizing coastlines, making their preservation crucial for the environment and inhabitants. Mangroves are a natural solution to climate change, the paramount global threat. They can sequester carbon at a rate five times greater than tropical forests.
Responding to this urgent need, United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) has launched an ambitious and impactful campaign, ‘ Mangroves Matter’, to revitalize mangrove ecosystems. The first foot is at Pulicat or Pazhaverkadu, a coastal town near Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Known as the ‘jungle of roots‘ in Tamil, Pulicat encompasses a vast expanse of 720 sq. km, constituting India’s second-largest brackish water body. Rampant destruction of mangrove vegetation by human activities and natural causes has led to a massive reduction in the lake’s depth from 3.8m to 2m. This ecological decline has endangered biodiversity and threatened the livelihoods of local fisherfolk dependent on the mangrove ecosystem.
The ‘Mangroves Matter’ campaign was officially launched on World Wetlands Day, 2024, with a bold vision to rewild approximately 10 lakh mangroves across 100 acres in the Pulicat region alone. In addition to their environmental advantages, the campaign will closely work with the Irula community, opening up livelihood opportunities for them and boosting the local economy by supporting the cultivation of shrimp and fish species. The project also includes removal of acres of Prosopis ( Karuvelam ), an invasive species which has destroyed the local flora and soil ecosystems.
Sriram Ananthanarayanan, Director-Projects, UWBe, said, “I am glad that many of our Corporate CSR partners have come forward to support this campaign with a shared vision towards environmental commitment. Notably, our CSR partner, Mphasis, has pledged their support to this cause, dedicating the rewilding of mangroves on 70 acres in Pulicat. “
Looking ahead, United Way Bengaluru envisions extending the campaign’s reach to other regions, including Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala. Upholding its mission of “mobilizing the caring power of communities,” the organization calls upon organizations from different industries to join hands in supporting this vital mission for the preservation of the planet’s precious ecosystems.
Rajesh Krishnan, CEO, UWBe, said, “COP28 made significant progress towards securing the Mangrove Breakthrough’s goal of 15 million hectares of mangroves underpinned by USD 4 billion new investments by 2030. I am super excited that United Way Bengaluru is among the very few organisations who have taken this initiative. ‘Mangroves Matter’ is aligned with the aspiration of COP28, which calls out the responsibility of the State, corporations, local people, community, NGOs and other stakeholders to deliver the Breakthrough.”
21, May 2024
BFIL announces acquisition of three Forging Lines capable of producing 72K Tons per annum of heavy forged products
Hyderabad, May 21, 2024……Balu Forge Industries Limited (BFIL), a prominent precision engineering company engaged in manufacturing of crankshafts & forged components, announces the acquisition of three forging lines in a combination of Hammers & Presses capable of producing 72,000 tonnes p.a. of heavy forged products.
Disclosing this in a press note issued in Hyderabad today, the company said, these newly acquired forging lines will seamlessly integrate with the precision engineering expansion taking place at its upcoming manufacturing campus in Belagavi, Karnataka thereby making BFIL an integrated one-stop solution provider for advanced machining solutions for critical industries viz. Railways, Defence, Oil & Gas, Mining, Aerospace, Defence, Aluminium & other essential precision industries globally.
The new forging unit will be seamlessly integrated with the recently acquired precision machining unit of Mercedes Benz. This will further strengthen our product engineering & increase our precision product offerings to global majors operating in the critical engineering & safety components industry with end-to-end solutions under one roof.
This forging unit includes a 16-ton closed-die forging hammer, ranking amongst the largest in the country and capable of producing forgings up to 800-900 kgs. This capacity will be further enhanced with a 10-ton closed-die forging hammer line and an 8,000-ton capacity mechanical forging press. With these facilities, it is advancing our presence in engineering critical industries viz. Oil and Gas, Aerospace, Defence, Railways, Mining, Aluminium and Auto part manufacturing and many other critical industries.
This acquisition strengthens and expands our critical engineering products portfolio and enhances R&D capabilities in alloy mixing & metal combinations BFIL informed. It provides us unique strength in creating products from different alloys based on Aluminum to Titanium which shall enable BIFL to expand its product offering to major growth industries for critical engineering products and to further capture the OEM market that we cater to across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East regions.
10, May 2024
Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav held
Hyderabad, May 10th, 2024….108 Jains who fasted by eating alternative day for the past one year broke their fasting by consuming sugar cane juice today at Dadawadi Jain Temple at Karwan.
Some of the people who fasted were as old as 86 years done young were just 19
It had more women than men. Some of them have fasted for 35 years.
The ceremony is called Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav. It kicked off yesterday and concluded today.
Earlier all these 208 Jain’s drawn from across India, including 32 from the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad were ceremoniously taken in 25 well-decorated chariots in a km-long procession from Saibaba Temple in Gudi Malkapur to Dadawadi Jain Temple Karawan.
Vimlabhai Kochar from Nashik has been fasting by eating alternative day for the past 35 years. Kantha Bhai has been fasting for 16 years. Ugam Bhai Gandhi is an 81-year-old woman who has been fasting for the past 24 years. Kishore Golechs from Secunderabad who is into the cycling business has been fasting for 24 years. Sangeetha Kothari, a 52 years old woman has been fasting for the past 7 years.
Sunitha Vinod, 52 from Nashik has done first time. Krishi Bandari, a 19-year-old girl from Hyderabad has done fasting a second time. Says, that fasting has taught her to exercise control on anything we do excessively. It has also taught me a very good discipline in life.
Mahendra Lunwath from Hyderabad who has been fasting for 20 years said it is mind control over food. I decided in mind and I never had any problem in fasting. He urged youngsters and first-timers to start fasting at least once a week. In an era where food is available at the click of a mouse from food delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Zomato, fasting is the only way forward to exercise control over food. We are what we eat. Obesity is on the rise. The best way is to fast at least once a week he said
The fast-breaking ceremony was organized under the guidance of Jain Guru Dr Samkit Muni Ji and two other Jain Monks.
On this day about 2000 Jains from across India such as Nashik, Pune, Jodhpur, Karnataka, and Chennai, and Hyderabad participated
108 Jain’s ended their year-long alternate fasting with sugar cane juice disclosed Swarupchand Kothari, Gautam Chand Dank, Sajjan Gandhi, Annaraj Bafna, and Vinod Kimtee, the office bearers of the organising body.
In Jainism, Akshaya Tritiya is important as it commemorates the first Tirthankara, Rishab dev Bhagwan, ending his one-year asceticism(severe self-discipline and avoiding all forms of indulgence) by consuming sugarcane juice poured into his cupped hands. Some Jains refer to the festival as Akashya Tritiya Parna Mahotsav. The ascetic practices include simple living, begging, fasting, and ethical practices such as humility, compassion, meditation, patience, and prayer. Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav brings to an end to such a year-long strict self-discipline.
Akshay Tritiya Parna Mahotsav was organized by Shri Vardhaman Sthanakvasi Jain Shravak Sangh, Greater Hyderabad
16, Apr 2024
Gold Savings App Jar Surpasses 2 Crore Users
Bangalore, April 2024: Jar offers a streamlined investment journey that takes minimal time and customers can start saving money in small amounts, which gets invested in 24K, 99.9% pure gold. With Jar, users can save effortlessly and convert it to cash or receive physical gold at their convenience. Jar’s revolutionary round-off method effortlessly accumulates spare change from every transaction and invests it in gold so users can save that extra bit every month.
The company’s remarkable growth has not gone unnoticed. Jar won in the Best WealthTech Startup category at the Global Fintech Awards 2023 and was even mentioned as being one of the top UPI auto-pay players in the country. Jar was also recognized by LinkedIn as one of India’s Top Startups of 2023.
In the last 3 years, Jar has truly made leaps and bounds in the digital gold space, having started with a simple thought. Traditionally, there have always been high entry barriers in savings and investing: a high ticket size to start investing, time to understand and get started, and the complexity of the financial products.
From humble beginnings in Hassan, Karnataka, and Bihar Sharif, Bihar respectively, both Nishchay Ag and Misbah Ashraf had seen first-hand how middle India both earns and spends on a daily basis. They knew there was a gap in the market for a financial product that could help millions of people save better and get them started on their financial fitness journey.
That’s how Jar was born and, through Jar, these barriers of entry have been reduced significantly by leveraging the two most widely adopted financial tools in India – UPI and gold. Gold remains a popular investment in India, with over half the population (53%) choosing it. Now, a growing number of young investors are turning towards digital gold.
After getting a foothold in the gold space, Jar now plans to expand its offerings to include Lending, Investments, and more to meet the needs of its ever-growing user base.
12, Feb 2024
6th edition of the Manipal Marathon, pledging to support Hospice Palliative Care
Manipal, Karnataka; 12th February 2024: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in association Udupi District Amateur Athletic Association along with ICICI Bank hosted the 6th edition of the Manipal Marathon to raise funds and awareness for Hospice Palliative Care. More than 15,000 sports enthusiasts participated in the world-class marathon.
The marathon event comprised of races in several categories, including 42k, 21k, 10k, 5k. The first race, the 42k marathon, was flagged off at 5 am by Mr. Atul Jain, Karnataka State head of ICICI Bank, in the presence of several esteemed figures, including Dr. H.S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor of MAHE, Lt. Gen. Dr. M.D. Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor of MAHE, Dr. Kemparaju, President of Udupi District Amateur Athletic Association. 21k race & 10k race was inaugurated by Shri Krishan Sharma, Chief General Manager SBI Bangalore Circle along with Lt. Gen. Dr. M.D. Venkatesh, vice chancellor MAHE .
Addressing the athletes, Dr H.S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor of MAHE said, “I am thrilled to see a significant number of people participating in this marathon. There are more than 15,000 participants in the 42-kilometer full marathon. We are thrilled to witness the enthusiastic participation in this marathon which will motivate people to lead healthier, more active lifestyle for overall well-being. MAHE looks forward to continuing its mission of promoting health, wellness, and social responsibility through such impactful initiatives in the future. “
Lt General Dr MD Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor of MAHE, said, “The Manipal Marathon stands out as a distinctive event with a strong emphasis on supporting social causes. In alignment with this ethos, this year’s theme revolves around raising awareness on Hospice Palliative Care, encapsulated by the motto, ‘We are with you all the way, which fosters an active lifestyle among individuals. I am immensely grateful to all our sponsors for their generous contributions towards making this noble endeavour a huge success The event brought together individuals from diverse backgrounds, united in their pursuit of a common goal: supporting Hospice Palliative Care and advocating for a healthier society.”.
The Manipal Marathon organized a 3K race exclusively for individuals with disabilities.
Mr Gopalkrishna Samaga, Deputy General Manager and Mr B Rajagopal Regional Head, Karnataka Bank flagged of the 5k race. Mr Ravinder Rai, Deputy Managing Director, Bank of Baroda Credit Card (BFSL) , Mumbai flagged off the 3k race. Mr Rajeev VC, Vice President & Regional Head, Federal Bank was present to witness the marathon.
Additional activities including dance and Zumba sessions were organized for the athletes. A grand carnival was held at KMC Greens. The prize distributions were made to the winners across various categories, as listed below.
In the 42K Male category marathon race , M Nanjundappa won the first race with a timing of 02:47:18, followed by Sachin Poojary, who secured the second position with a timing of 02:52:24 and – Chetram Kumar finished third with a timing of 02:52:46. The participants competed in the (NM,M, 30-45) and 42K (NM, M, 18-30) category.
42K female category marathon race the winners were: 1st place – Chaitra Devadiga | 42K (NM, F, 18-30) | 03:26:29, and 2nd place – Jasmitha Kodenkiri | 42K (NM, F, 18-30) | 04:46:10.
21 k Male category the winner were 1st Vaibhav patil|21K(NM,M, 18-30)| 01:13:44 and 2nd-Raghuvaran c|21K(NM,M, 18-30)| 01:13:57
21 K females category marathon race the winner were 1st -Archana KM|21K(NM,F, 18-30)| 01:32:46, 2nd-Nandini G|21K(NM,F, 18-30)| 01:37:28 and 3rd-Spandana|21K(NM,F, 18-30)| 01:44:24
In the 10K male category marathon race, Manikanta P emerged as the winner with a time of 34 minutes and 33 seconds. Shree secured the second position, completing the race in 34 minutes and 50 seconds.
10k female category marathon race, Roopashree N S won 1st place with a timing of 44:20, while Rekha Basappa Piroji secured 2nd place with a timing of 45:21.
The results of the 5k male category marathon race are as follows: Nagaraj Divate finished first with a time of 17:40, followed by Rahul in second place with a time of 18:49, and Vilas Puranik in third place with a time of 18:51.
In the 5k marathon race for females category, the results are as follows: Usha R secured the first position with a timing of 17 minutes and 40 seconds, Pranamya came second with a timing of 23 minutes and 28 seconds, and Manya K M secured the third position with the same timing as Pranamya, that is, 23 minutes and 28 seconds.
Dr. Sharath K Rao, Pro Vice-chancellor of Health science, MAHE; Dr. N N Sharma, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Strategy & Planning) , MAHE, Dr Narayan Sabhahit, Pro vice-chancellor (Technology & Science) , MAHE, Dr Dilip G Naik, Pro Vice-Chancellor, MAHE, CG Muthanna, Chief Operating Officer, MAHE, Dr Giridhar Kini, Registrar, MAHE, Dr. Naveen Salins, Associate Dean of Kasturba Medical College and Head of the Palliative and Hospice Care Centre at KH Manipal , Mr. Kemparaj, President of Udupi District Amateur Athletics Association, Mr. Yashpal Anand Suvarna, MLA, Udupi District, Dr K VidyaKumari, IAS, Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate and others distributed the prizes along with other dignitaries.
Dr. Vinod Nayak, Secretary of Sports Council, MAHE delivered the vote of thanks. Ms Komal D’souza, PhD Scholar compered the programme.
31, Jan 2024
Kotak Mahindra Bank Extends Support to Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences
Karnataka, January 31, 2024: Under its Corporate Social Responsibility commitment, Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (“KMBL”/“Bank”) has extended support to Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), Karnataka, by providing a fully equipped Cardiac Ambulance for critical healthcare emergencies. The Cardiac Ambulance was inaugurated by Dr. Sharanaparakash Rudrappa Patil, Hon Minister of Medical Education and Skill Development, Karnataka; along with Dr. Umesh S R, Director & Dean, GIMS and R Vardharajan, Business Head – Government Business, Kotak Mahindra Bank.
Through this CSR association with GIMS, Kotak aims to strengthen access to healthcare for local communities. The fully equipped Cardiac Ambulance will provide initial emergency treatments such as cardiac and respiratory ailments. On average, it is anticipated to support close to 500 patients each month, contributing significantly to the healthcare needs of the community in Gulbarga.
R Vardharajan, Business Head – Government Business, Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, said, “We are committed to support the healthcare needs of local communities. Through our CSR association with Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences, we will provide critical support to patients with cardiac and respiratory ailments and contribute to the need for superior healthcare services in the state.”
Dr. Umesh S R, Director & Dean, GIMS said, “We are delighted to witness yet another feat which resembles the commitment of Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences and is in line with the service-oriented tradition of the hospital. This latest addition of Cardiac Ambulance to serve the underserved will prove to be a blessing for cardiac patients. We thank Kotak Mahindra Bank to have supported us in fulfilling our mission to serve the poor and enhance the quality of treatment.”
Kotak Karma is the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) identity of the Kotak Mahindra Group of companies
31, Jan 2024
Blu Attic’s Harmonic House Journey: Live Performance at Dishkeyaun on February 3rd
Blu Attic, is all set to grace Dishkeyaun with a captivating performance. Blu Attic is known for crafting harmonically rich music, with a special emphasis on diverse house music genres, including Deep, Melodic, Soulful, and Organic House.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, 3rd February, as Blu Attic takes the stage at Dishkeyaun, starting at 9 PM. It promises to be a night filled with mesmerising beats and unforgettable vibes. Don’t miss out on this musical journey!
So, mark your calendars and get ready for a night of fantastic music and positive energy as Blu Attic graces the stage at Dishkeyaun. Whether you’re a seasoned fan of house music or just looking for a memorable night out, this event promises to deliver a memorable experience.
Where: Dishkeyaun
When: 3rd February, Saturday
Time: 9 PM onwards
Contact: +91 6364-467375
Address: 2nd level, Forum Rex Walk, Brigade Rd, B Block, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
11, Jan 2024
Nethradhama collaborates with Karnataka and Bangalore Ophthalmology Societies
Bengaluru, 11 Jan 2023: Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospitals, a pioneering institution in eye care, collaborates with Karnataka Ophthalmology Society (KOS) and Bangalore Ophthalmology Society (BOS) to conduct one of the well-known international conferences in Ophthalmology. Phaco Festival 2024 is a prominent biennial event that stands at the forefront of ophthalmic education, upskilling, and innovation. The three-day event on the theme of “Ophthalmic Digitalization & Workflow Efficiency” is scheduled to take place from January 12th to 14th, 2024, in Bengaluru. The conference will be inaugurated by Mr. BV Jagadeesh, a respected tech genius, entrepreneur and philanthropist who has founded and funded many enterprise startups.
The conference will provide a premium ophthalmic upskilling experience to the attendees, featuring 3D Live Surgeries, Masterclasses with a line-up of renowned national and international faculty, those who are pioneers in their respective fields, skill transfer courses and Ophthalmic games. The event Phaco Festival, well known for launching new technologies and advancements in the world of eye care, will witness the launch of cutting-edge Lasers and IOL technologies such as EVO Viva – Presbyopic ICL by Staar, Femtis M Plus – Super Premium Laser Lens by Teleon, iStent W – 1st Live SX by Glaukos for the first time in India and Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery by CAPSULaser which is the first time in South India, providing a glimpse into the future of eye care technologies.
Dr. Sri Ganesh, Founder and CMD, Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, and the Organizing Chairman of the Phaco Festival, said, “We are glad to announce the 9th edition of Phaco Festival. The Phaco Festival has been a cornerstone in our commitment to advancing ophthalmic awareness and innovations. The Conference focused on upskilling and development training, deliberation on the topic of Ophthalmic Digitalization & and Workflow Efficiency will make it a unique platform for surgeons to explore the latest innovations and refine their skills. I am sure that the budding Ophthalmologists would be able to explore innovative insights on Ophthalmic Digitalization, witness the precision of 3D Live Surgeries, and engage with distinguished International & National Faculty, during the event.”
The festival aims to facilitate skill enhancement through Wetlabs and Masterclasses, ensuring doctors are equipped with the latest techniques and technologies. The international faculty, comprising experts from the UK, Singapore, Taiwan, and Argentina, will contribute to the global exchange of knowledge as well as enhance and foster collaboration in the ophthalmology landscape.
Dr. Supriya Sri Ganesh, Executive Director, Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, said, ” Phaco Festival brings together the best minds from around the world to share insights, learn from each other’s expertise, and collectively contribute to the advancement of the eye care ecosystem. At Nethradhama, our emphasis lies on patient-centricity and care. Keeping in mind our motto, our focus for this edition of the conference is on digitization and workflow efficiency in surgical practice to stay at the forefront of technological advancements that enhance patient satisfaction.”
The festival will feature
Day 1: Wetlabs, Drylabs and skill transfer courses,
Day 2: Masterclasses, Award Ceremony, DR KR MURTHY ORATION AWARD, Inauguration by BV Jagadeesh followed by an Alumni Meet and Gala Dinner, creating an environment conducive to networking and camaraderie among ophthalmic professionals.
Day 3: 3D Live Surgeries, Gold Medal Lecture
9, Jan 2024
Narayana Health Insurance Receives License to Operate as a Standalone Health Insurance Company
Bengaluru – [9th January, 2024] – Narayana Health Insurance Limited (Narayana Health), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Narayana Hrudayalaya Limited (Narayana Health), today announced that it has received a license to operate as a standalone health insurance company from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
“We are delighted to receive the license to operate as a standalone health insurance company,” said Dr. Devi Shetty, Founder and Chairman of Narayana Hrudayalaya and Chairman of Narayana Health Insurance. “This is a major milestone for our company and will allow us to achieve our mission of making healthcare accessible to all. We are grateful for the support of IRDAI Chairman, Shri Debasish Panda, and the entire IRDAI team for their guidance. This is the fastest approval for a health insurance license in recent times and shows that the Regulator and Government are serious in their commitment to increase insurance penetration across the country. We are motivated by the vision of Insurance for All by 2047 and believe that our company can play a significant role in achieving this goal.”
Narayana Health Insurance will focus on simplifying health insurance by creating comprehensive policies that are easy to understand. The company will leverage the investments made by Narayana Health in technology and AI over the years to create personalized care plans for its members and manage risks better.
“This is an important step in the evolution of Narayana Health from a Hospital operator to an integrated care provider,” said Viren Shetty, Vice Chairman of Narayana Hrudayalaya Limited and Director of Narayana Health Insurance Limited. “Our goal is to provide a seamless and integrated healthcare experience for our subscribers, and this license will allow us to offer a comprehensive suite of health insurance products and services. We believe that this will help us fulfil our purpose of keeping people healthy and providing affordable health care to underserved sections of society.”
The company is expected to commence business in a few months, with an initial focus on Karnataka market.
