All posts by Neel Achary

ISS Facility Services India, a subsidiary of the global facility management services and workplace experiences leader ISS A/S (ISS Group) and one of India’s leading integrated facilities management companies, today announced aggressive growth plans in the country on the sidelines of the India visit of Jacob Aarup-Andersen, Group CEO of ISS A/S. The company, which is one of the most preferred Facility Management partners, is targeting to touch a revenue of INR 2500 Cr by 2025. The company is focusing on sustainability, innovation, and skill development as its key growth drivers. It has rolled out multiple initiatives to achieve these goals in the field of Green Energy, Facility Management, Tech Experience center, and Education.

The company has relocated its headquarters to a new, state-of-the-art office building in Mumbai. This 100% green office runs on renewable energy sources and incorporates sustainability practices that result in zero emissions. In addition, the office boasts a state-of-the-art Facility Management Experience Center that sets a new standard for the industry. The center showcases its technology capability with a demonstration of its various features and functionalities. ISS India also announced a new education policy for its frontline staff (referred as placemakers in ISS). The policy provides an opportunity for these employees to complete their formal education and advance their careers. Many of ISS’s frontline peacemakers have limited formal education and this policy will help them to achieve their full potential.

India is a strategic market for ISS Group and a major player in the Asia Pacific region with immense growth potential,” said Jacob Aarup-Andersen, Group CEO of ISS A/S. “We are committed to making a meaningful impact in India by focusing on innovation, sustainability, and skilling, which are critical to achieving our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. Our growth strategy and new milestones in India are centered around these key areas, and we are excited about the opportunities for growth and impact in the region. I am delighted with the rollout of ‘ISS Education for All’. This initiative has a transformative ability, and is part of our global commitment to provide more than 100,000 of our employees or their family members a recognised qualification by the end of 2025. “

Elaborating on the group’s vision, Aksh Rohatgi, CEO and Country Manager, ISS India said, “Our goal of doubling revenue in the country by 2025 is more than just a financial target; it is an expression of our commitment to sustainable growth that is aligned with the growth story of India as it marches towards being a USD 5 trillion economy by 2025-26. As a dynamic company with a wide-ranging impact, our growth strategy has to be meaningful; hence, it revolves around the pillars of innovation, sustainability and skilling. We are integrating sustainability as a core service across all our offerings and within our organization. This is not only key to achieving our revenue goals but also our ESG objectives.”

“With more than 50 technological innovations, our new office is the first of its kind workplace: a completely new experience for the Indian workforce. Our new education policy is another significant step toward our nation-building efforts. We look forward to many more initiatives in the future”, added Aksh Rohatgi.

ISS also believes that the Green Strategic Partnership between Denmark and India is crucial in developing solutions to mitigate and adapt to climate change and tackling environmental challenges, especially water and energy-related issues. The two countries with ambitious climate goals are demonstrating to the world that delivering ambitious climate and sustainable energy goals is possible. ISS’s recent MoU with TATA Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) is a step forward in its sustainability mission and will help ISS guide its clients toward a more sustainable future and provide them with access to smart, eco-friendly solutions.

ISS India’s new office space is a testament to the company’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and creating a more sustainable future. The new office building is designed to meet the highest (best) energy efficiency standards and features a range of cutting-edge technologies and systems that minimize its environmental impact. This includes the use of Technical data monitoring (TDM), Winnow – AI enabled food waste management tool, and other applications such as Smart Energy & water flow metering, IAQ etc to ensure employee wellbeing.

At the FM Experience Center, the dashboard and reporting feature gives users real-time access to critical data and performance metrics. The news feed section keeps users up-to-date with the latest industry news and trends. The data analysis feature provides deep insights and helps decision-makers make informed choices. Furthermore, the virtual reality experience offers a unique and immersive way to explore and understand how the facility management system works. With such cutting-edge features, the Facility Management Experience Center ensures that ISS India stays ahead of the curve in the industry.

ISS’s ‘Education for All’ policy aims to uplift the lives of its placemakers by instilling education, upskilling & training for their future growth. Through this policy, ISS will fund the tuition fee of school education – SSC & HSC, and fund/provide scholarships for graduation for all needy employees. This education policy will be linked to the Integrated Career Program in which upon successful completion of the formal education, ISS’s placemakers will be able to explore new career opportunities within ISS and move up the ladder, supporting their career aspirations.

While the pandemic has been an eye-opener for many of us, exposing various and serious underlying mental health disorders, which are often left unnoticed among people of all age brackets alive. In an endeavour to bridge the demand gap between individuals and mental health professionals, a new online platform named – happifyu.com was launched recently.

Happifyu is a brain child of co-founders Divya Shah and Alok Saxena along with their partners Rajneesh Singh and Dr. Satnam Singh Deol. During the launch event a panel discussion was conducted to spread awareness on impact of mental health on individuals, homes and workplaces.

The panellists included Dr Nimesh G Desai, Former Director, Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences, Delhi; Ms. Subha Chanrdrashekhar, Special Educator and Psychologist; Ms. Sonya Philip, Founder of Learning Matters; Ashish Goyal, Business Group Lead of Accenture; and Rajeev Mall, Vice President of Mondelez International.

Speaking about the inception and need for this platform, Ms Divya Shah said” The journey commenced in July 2020 as a small WhatsApp group to connect people during the covid19 lockdown. This small attempt helped people unwind, open, and talk about their emotional state, share their stories and helped build a community which supported each other during those testing times. Soon more people started to join from various parts of India and even abroad and helped us to shape it as an online radio channel ‘Radio diva’ solely dedicated to the cause.”

But after second wave and the grievances it brought forth, Radio Diva started conducting awareness sessions with counsellors and mental health experts to support people in issues of grief such as that of losing a loved one, anxiety of losing jobs and loneliness amongst all age groups.

“As the community grew, we also started getting requests for expert consults, we felt the need to convert it into an online platform to make it easier for everyone seeking help and to provide a faster way to connect to the experts; this laid the foundation for a need of a holistic platform and that was how happifyu.com was curated,” added Alok Saxena.

The team at Happifyu.com envisions to help individuals and organisations by conducting awareness and training programs, scientific assessment and evaluations on stress, anxiety, depression and various other issues that have an impact on organisations, individuals and the environment at home and workplaces. They offer a spectrum of therapists, clinical psychologists including hypnotherapists, coaches and mentors to assist individuals as well as organisations that are committed to provide for the over-all well-being of their workforce.

Talking at the launch, Rajeev Mall and Ashish Goyal shared the corporate perspective and said that there is a heightened awareness amongst organisations post the pandemic to create better workplaces for their teams. They added that organisations are actively taking steps on programs of mental health at workplaces.

Subha Chandrasekhar and Sonya Philip shared their experience on working with mental health for children and how home environment affects their growth.

Dr Nimesh pointed out that the stigma deters 80% of those affected from mental health to go to an expert on time. He emphasised that any changes in the behaviour leading to anger or sadness, any kind of suicidal thoughts are some alarming early signs and one must consult an expert.

According to a report by Deloitte from September 2022, poor mental health among employees cost Indian organisations around $14 Billion per year due to absenteeism and attrition. Their survey showed 80 % of Indian workforce reported issues of mental health.

Bengaluru: 3rd March 2023: CMR University is delighted to announce that Mukesh Kumar Khadka, a 3rd-year B.COM student, has represented Karnataka and won a Silver Medal at the 87 kg category at the India Taekwondo Senior National Championship 2023 held recently. The championship was organized by the Taekwondo Association of Maharashtra and was held at the Maharashtra Divisional Sports Complex in Nasik.

Mukesh Kumar Khadka has shown great talent and dedication to achieve this remarkable feat. His achievement is a testament to his hard work and passion for the sport of Taekwondo. The university is proud to have such talented students who bring laurels to the institution.

The Vice Chancellor of CMR University, Dr. Raghavendra H B, has congratulated Mukesh Kumar Khadka on his outstanding achievement. He expressed his delight and pride in the student’s success and encouraged him to continue his pursuit of excellence in his chosen field.

CMR University is committed to providing its students with a platform to showcase their talents and excel in their chosen fields. We congratulate Mukesh Kumar Khadka on his achievement and wish him all the very best for his future endeavors.

Delhi, 3rd March, 2023: Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted and leading jewellery brands, has launched the #HerMilestones digital campaign to celebrate International Women’s Day. The campaign aims to inspire and empower women by honoring their achievements and celebrating their strength, resilience, and perseverance.

The digital campaign features Kalyan Jewellers’ regional ambassador Pooja Sawant, who reflects on the challenges she has faced and the milestones she has achieved as a womanpreneur. The campaign pays tribute to incredible women who are making a difference every day, from all walks of life, breaking barriers and shattering stereotypes in their respective fields.

“We believe that women deserve to be celebrated every day, but International Women’s Day is a special opportunity to recognize and honor the contributions of women around the world,” said Mr. Ramesh Kalyanaraman, Executive Director – Kalyan Jewellers. “Through this campaign, we are attempting to empower and inspire women to continue pushing boundaries and reaching new heights.”

To further encourage and engage women across the country, regional brand ambassadors Ritabhari Chakraborty and Kinjal Rajpriya shared their personal stories of milestones through an Instagram Live event. The event aimed to inspire fans and encourage them to share their personal experiences with Kalyan Jewellers, creating a platform that highlights the diverse achievements and challenges faced by women hailing from different cultures, backgrounds, and communities.

The stories gathered from this crowd-sourced initiative are being featured on the social media channels of Kalyan Jewellers with the hashtag #HerMilestones. The brand hopes to create a powerful collection of narratives that inspire women to pursue their dreams and celebrate their milestones.

Mumbai, March 3rd, 2023: MMTC-PAMP, India’s only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery gold & silver refinery, is commemorating World Wildlife Day through its limited-edition silver coins that were created in collaboration with the World Wildlife Fund.

In order to raise awareness about wildlife conservation, the ‘Nature & Nurture’ series by MMTC-PAMP features a mother and cub together in their natural habitat. Through this association, MMTC-PAMP hopes to contribute towards stopping the degradation of the planet’s natural environment.

The coins come in 31.1 gms 999.9 purity silver and feature four iconic species- Red Pandas, Snow Leopards, Asian Elephants, and Asiatic Lions. This year World Wildlife Day will be celebrated under the theme “Partnerships for wildlife conservation” and this partnership between MMTC-PAMP and WWF is aimed at raising awareness towards building a future in which humans live in harmony with nature.

Speaking on the collaboration, Vikas Singh MD & CEO said, “Our collaboration with WWF India is a significant stride towards driving awareness around their conservation efforts. As the leading trusted brand for precious metals in the country, we are pleased to present the 999.9+ purest silver collectibles featuring India’s most iconic and endangered species, crafted to the highest standards of purity with MMTC-PAMP’s unmatched Swiss craftsmanship. These limited-edition silver collectibles are ideal for gifting. The purchase of each coin furthers a strong message that can be your contribution towards preserving nature and raising awareness towards excellent initiatives undertaken by WWF India. We are excited about this initiative and the impact beyond business this would create.”

These exclusive purest 999.9+ silver collectibles offer unmatched Swiss craftsmanship, and purity beyond compare and mark a token of togetherness, warmth, and love that a family shares. These individually serial-numbered limited-edition coins come in bespoke display packaging and remain ideal for gifting. Every coin created by MMTC-PAMP goes through a rigorous purification process to ensure 999.9 + purity of the metal.

Each product bought from MMTC-PAMP offers positive weight tolerance, which guarantees that every coin or bar weighs more than the listed weight, ensuring the highest value for investment.

Udaipur, 3rd March 2023: On the 75th Anniversary of Khanij Divas, Hindustan Zinc’s four mines – Zawar Group of Mines, Rajpur Dariba Mine, Kayad Mine and Sindesar Khurd Mine received the prestigious 5 Star Rating Mines award by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India. Mr Pralhad Joshi Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines, awarded Hindustan Zinc at the 17th National Conclave on Mines and Minerals at the National Fire Centre, Nagpur.

Hindustan Zinc’s four mines received the award for their efforts and initiatives in sustainable mining. Hindustan Zinc has been continuously taking initiatives to achieve the goal of Net Zero by 2050. For its sustainability mission, the company has developed a roadmap that includes more than $1 billion in investments over the next five years to convert diesel-operated vehicles to battery-operated vehicles.

On this occasion, Mr. Arun Misra, CEO, of Hindustan Zinc said, “With the prestigious 5 Star Rating, Hindustan Zinc is honoured to be recognized as a leader in sustainable mining by the Ministry of Mines and the Government of India. Our commitment to safe, smart, sustainable mining operations is ingrained in our culture which also keep us an integral part of the nation’s development. We continue to make progress on different environmental and energy conservation initiatives in line with our country’s goal of net zero by 2070″. Hindustan Zinc is a pioneer in the sector, continually deploying transformational and sustainable technologies in pursuit of sustainable mining.”

GADIYA GROUP has been in real estate sector since 1990. Hundreds of housing projects have been successfully completed & handed over to thousands of people in the last 31 years. Gadiya Group is now coming up with the ‘Wedding Destination Club’ in Aurangabad i.e. “MANGALAM WEDDING DESTINATION CLUB”

“Mangalam Wedding Destination Club”. Is the first Wedding Destination Club’ in Aurangabad (Mauje Puri, Gangapur Taluka, Marathwada) and it is a Grand Royal project spread around 22 acres.

Just 3 km away from Aurangabad–Pune Highway & 28 km away from Aurangabad.

Mangalam Wedding Destination Club is facilitated with luxurious 160 Cottages Rooms, 3 Big Lawns, Banquet Halls, Parikrama-Amphitheater, Carnival Photoshoot Garden, Club House, Swimming Pool, Restaurant, and Children Play Garden Etc.

Mangalam Wedding Destination Club has 3 Wedding Lawns i.e. 1 – Rajasthan Theme, 2 – Mughal Theme, 3 – Indo-Western Theme.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

• One full-fledged Event/Wedding (1 Lawn, 1 Banquet Hall & 40 rooms for 2 days) in Membership tenure.

• Every Year 2 days & 2 nights free stay for 15 years.

• 15 years membership for the club house, restaurant, and children play area and other sports facilities.

• Members covered under Membership – Husband, Wife & 2 Children.

• Membership you can transferable, sellable & you can also gift.

• Lawn & Banquet Hall would be well decorated with appropriate seating arrangement.

• Members can avail special discounts on accommodation & dining.

• Membership does not include the amount of catering but quality catering will be provided if required at a reasonable price.

• All other event related additional requirements would be provided under one-roof on extra cost.

• Pure vegetarian only.

*Terms and Conditions apply

• Contact for more details : 70 91949194

• For site Visit Mauje Puri, Dhoregoan, Tal. Gangapur, Dist. Aurangabad (MS) – 431133.

• OUR WEBSITE – www.mangalamweddingdestination.com

MEMBERSHIP COST:

• GOLD membership is 6 lakhs + GST. Initial Booking amount is Rs 2 Lacs + GST. Remaining after project Completion.

• SILVER membership is available at Rs 4.5 lakh + GST. Initial Booking amount is Rs 1.5 Lacs + GST. Remaining after project Completion

This offer is Valid till 30th April 2023.

3 March 2023: The British Deputy High Commission Kolkata will host ‘Unplugged: Best of the UK’, a three-day photography exhibition in collaboration with Indo-British Scholars’ Association (IBSA) and Bengal Heritage Foundation (BHF) at ICCR, Kolkata from 10 to 12 March 2023.

The photography exhibition will showcase a wide array of visual narratives about the United Kingdom taken by people from Kolkata and London. We believe this pictorial confluence will further strengthen the people to people links between Bengal and Britain.

The ‘Best of the UK’ photography exhibition is part of the GREAT British Season that British Deputy High Commission Kolkata is hosting to celebrate the United Kingdom and India’s shared living bridge. We are organising an array of programs and events to showcase our past, present and future links in culture, education, sports, technology, and tourism as part of this season.

Mr. Peter Cook, Acting British Deputy High Commissioner to Kolkata said: “The Great British Photo Exhibition is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the strength of our shared heritage that lives on in the people of this great city. As a Bengali-born British Citizen, I can say with passion and some personal pride that our heritage is not only worthy of our past but also offers the promise of a prosperous partnership in the future. Thank you to our friends and partners at IBSA and BHF. Do come and see this fantastic exhibition.”

Mr. Subrata Paul, President, IBSA said: “Indo British Scholar’s Association (IBSA) is proud to partner with British Deputy High Commission, Kolkata, and Bengal Heritage Foundation, for hosting The Great British Photo Exhibition, on 10-12 March 2023. This one of its kind photography exhibition is celebrating the enduring relationship between UK, India and West Bengal. The Photo Exhibition is going to act as a Living Bridge between India and U.K., especially for Indians having U.K. connections through education, work, and cultural relationship. Photographs will evoke fond memories for people, who have connections with the U.K. and are visiting the exhibition. Landscapes, monuments, architecture, sports, and transport visuals of the U.K. will help people to reminiscence their stay in U.K. I wish the exhibition a great success.”

Mr. Suranjan Som, President, BHF said: “Photography has been a fascinating art and science for me, where one captures a moment in time, to cherish it forever. With the advent of digital, and now mobile, photography, in the past few years, science has been largely democratized, hence it is now the quality of content and artistry of the capturer that trumps. The United Kingdom provides a significant canvas of photographic opportunities from the rolling hills of the countryside to the bustling streets of the city. Every shot tells a unique story, and every photographer brings their own vision to the frame. Let’s showcase the beauty and diversity of this great nation through photography.”

Ms. Maria Virginia Yapur, Deputy Consulate of Argentina in Mumbai, Mr. Guillermo Devoto, Consulate General of Argentina in Mumbai, Mr. Silvio Leguia, Commercial Manager, Santo Pipo Argentina

The Argentine Consulate and the Embassy of Argentina along with Pipore Beverages Pvt. Ltd. (Brand name: Kaa Yari by Pipore) celebrated the success of the national drink of Argentina, Yerba Mate (yer-bah mah-tey) with a beverage tasting event in Mumbai and New Delhi. The event took place at The Leela, Mumbai on the 2nd & at Hyatt Regency, Delhi on 3rd of March 2023.

The event boasted an electric Argentinian vibe and Ambassador Mr. Guillermo Merediz, Undersecretary for Trade and Investment Promotion made a spectacular oration to introduce one and all to Argentina, its history and culture, food, tourism, their national drink Yerba Mate and its brewing. The enigmatic discussion soon swayed from the beverage to world’s favourite football player, Lionel Messi and the Argentine football culture. In fact, drinking Yerba Mate to enhance fitness, energy and focus is a part of the culture which is required on the pitch.

The guests witnessed special insights on the art of brewing the Yerba Mate in a traditional Argentine way and drinking it in a Gourd (Cup) with Bombilla (Straw). The plant-based drink provides sustained energy and improves mental clarity. Yerba Mate is scientifically proven to have 90% more antioxidants than green tea and even has several immunity boosting, weight loss and health benefits as its power packed with several nutrients such as Magnesium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Sodium and Thiamine. Also, 0 gms of total, saturated, and trans-fat. Yerba Mate has mateine (which is a combination of caffeine, theobromine & theophylline) which gives an energizing effect to the body.

Silvio Leguia, Commercial Manager, Santo Pipo Argentina shared his excitement and stated, “It was thrilling to experience such great enthusiasm at both our events in Mumbai and New Delhi. It was delightful to see so many people come together to celebrate the rich and diverse world of Yerba Mate with us. In India, Yerba Mate beverage is still new and only an exclusive group of people drink it regularly. With such close events and many other marketing activities we plan to create more visibility for Yerba Mate beverage in India. Our aim of this event is to educate the influencer community, athletes, football players, health & fitness experts and the overall consumer base about the drink, its USP and to make it a more popular drink”.

The event co-host Pipore Beverages announced their expansion plans in India. Commenting on the same, Mr. Anish Narang, Director, Pipore Beverages Pvt Ltd. Said, “We are soon planning to relaunch our brand – Kaa Yari by Pipore in tea bag variants in two flavours Mate Puro and Mate Lemongrass as an alternative to green tea. Additionally, we will launch the traditional Argentine Yerba Mate with Mate Gourd for coffee lovers who enjoy the caffeine and the energizing effect. We are hoping to reach many more tea enthusiasts and convert them to Yerba Mate”.

Some eminent guests at the event included H.E. Mr. Hugo Gobbi, Ambassador of Argentina to India; Mr. Guillermo Devoto, Consul General of Argentina in Mumbai; Mr. Silvio Leguia, Commercial Manager, Santo Pipo Argentina; Mr. Ricardo Maciel, Vice President of INYM (National Institute of Yerba Mate); Ms. María Virginia Yapur, Deputy Consul of Argentina in Mumbai; Mr. Sebastian Perez Escobar, President of National and International River Plate Schools & Mr. Anish Narang, Director, Pipore Beverages Pvt Ltd.

Popular social media influencers and all guests were seen enjoying an evening of delightful infusion, desserts, engaging conversation, a bit of tango dancing and a lot of brewing.

Dr. Kavita Pujar, Senior Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Kinder Women’s Hospital and Fertility Centre, Bengaluru

Childbirths aren’t as easy as it may sound. While the joy of bringing a child to life is priceless, the several health problems of the mother…sometimes life-threatening, must not be ignored. Postpartum complications can occur within weeks after childbirth or even months afterwards and may not always give warning signs. Call it sheer lack of awareness, the uterine contractions, fatigue and pain that the new mothers go through are often ignored or overlooked as signs of recovery instead of indications of postpartum complications, which thus, can lead to serious health issues. However, with proper guidance and regular check-ups, such complications can be taken care of and ensure a healthy recovery.

Symptoms of Postpartum Complications

For most women, recovery after labor and delivery of the child may be uneventful and normal. But for few others, it is important to keep a check on the following symptoms to reduce the risk factors which may eventually turn harmful for the new mother. It must be noted that most of the complications can be treated successfully if they are diagnosed early.

· Infections in the genital tract and urinary tract

· Heavy vaginal bleeding or formation of blood clots during bleeding

· Swelling or pus formation at the incision site of C-section delivery

· Persistent pain in the vagina

· Flu like symptoms or high fever with rapid heart rate

· Foul smelling vaginal discharge

· Body ache or tenderness and pain in the legs

· Soreness or pain in the breasts

· Problem faced during breastfeeding, clogging of milk ducts

· Pain during urination

· Depressive mood or facing “baby blues” that lasts more than few days

· Digestive issues, constipation

· High blood pressure

· Seizures

· Trouble in breathing or complications due to anesthesia

· Headache with vision changes or problems

· Trouble in falling asleep

· Discomfort during sexual intercourse

· Other pre-existing chronic diseases

When should you seek medical help?

There can be few instances wherein seeking medical help must not be compromised. These are:

· When you suddenly experience heavy blood loss

· When there is persistent and severe headache along with nausea, vomiting or blurred vision

· You find it difficult to take care of the baby

· When you have pain in your upper abdomen or feel tenderness within 48 hours of delivering the baby

· When you hallucinate or panic too often or try to harm yourself

Ways to tackle Postpartum complications

Nothing should be more important than prioritizing your postpartum recovery and health. Postpartum recovery is an ongoing process and must be initiated before childbirth itself. Knowing about the possible risk factors, ways to take care of yourself and the baby, need for any specific care…every step will help in tackling the problems better. Keep a check on the signs and symptoms of any complications in the first three weeks after childbirth and consult your doctor immediately if your health deteriorates. A complete and detailed evaluation of the problems help in determining the treatment process better.

During consultations with your doctor, seek advice on issues like using contraception and time to plan the next baby, factors that can lead to extreme fatigue, right time to start exercising, regularizing sleep pattern, resuming sex life and ways to check abdomen and vagina to check for any uncalled-for symptoms.