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Chennai, India – March 10, 2023: IIT Madras Research Park (IITMRP), India’s first university-based research park, today announced that Professor Ashok Jhunjhunwala, President, IITMRP was conferred with the prestigious “Prof. Krishnaji Memorial Lecture Award (2022)” by The National Academy of Sciences (NASI) on the occasion of recently conducted National Science Day.

Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwala, deemed a pioneer in nurturing Industry-Academia interaction in India towards R&D, Innovation, Product Development & Commercialization, was felicitated for his instrumental role in conceptualising IIT Madras Research Park, an innovation paradigm ecosystem and India’s first University based research park, envisioning necessary Industry-Academia Intervention and Incubation.

Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwala was also acclaimed for his manifold contributions to Wireless Local Loop & Digital Payment Technology, Solar-DC and In-Battery Systems for Electric Vehicles, through the IITM Incubation Cell and Rural Technology Business Incubator (RTBI). Professor also served as the principal advisor to the Ministry of Power in the Govt. of India and the Ministry of Railways during the year 2017-18.

Hyderabad, 10 March 2023: The Telangana Orthopaedic Surgeons Association conducted a successful Knee Arthroscopy Cadaveric Workshop at Kamineni Hospitals, L.B. Nagar, Hyderabad, on 9 March 2023. The workshop provided an exceptional learning opportunity for attendees from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to enhance their skills and knowledge of the latest surgical techniques in knee arthroscopy.

The workshop was conducted by experienced orthopedic surgeons. It mainly focused on practical learning using advanced equipment and cadaveric specimens. There were lectures on a range of topics, such as anatomic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, posterolateral corner reconstruction, meniscal injuries, graft harvesting technique, cartilage injuries of the knee, multi-ligament reconstruction of the knee, and Graft Selection for Knee Ligament Surgeries.

In the second half of the workshop, the attendees were given the opportunity to practice and refine their skills on cadaveric specimens under the guidance of expert instructors. The workshop aimed at creating awareness of keyhole surgeries which can result in less scarring and shorter recovery time, compared to traditional open surgery. Additionally, keyhole surgery can be performed on an outpatient basis, meaning patients can return home on the same day as the surgery.

Dr. Roshan Wade, an Orthopedic surgeon and Former Secretary of the India Arthroscopy Society, said, “The workshop was an excellent platform for attendees to acquire hands-on knowledge in the latest surgical techniques in knee arthroscopy. The cadaveric specimens provided an excellent opportunity for attendees to learn and practice these techniques under expert guidance.”

Speaking at the conference, Dr. P, S. Jaya Prasad, Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon, at Kamineni Hospitals, said, “It was an honor to host this workshop at Kamineni Hospitals. The workshop provided an excellent opportunity for attendees to gain practical knowledge of the latest surgical techniques in knee arthroscopy, and we are proud to have contributed to their professional development. We look forward to hosting more such workshops in the future, which will contribute to the advancement of medical education and patient care.”

Dr. Srinivas Kasha, Senior Orthopedic surgeon Secretary of Telangana Orthopedic surgeons association Said, “The Knee Arthroscopy Cadaveric Workshop was a huge success. The attendees expressed their gratitude for the opportunity offered to learn and practice the latest surgical techniques. The workshop was attended by orthopedic surgeons, residents, and medical students from different hospitals and medical colleges across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The workshop has set a benchmark in medical education and is expected to contribute to the advancement of patient care.”

March 10th, 2023: iSchoolConnect, a leading AI-enabled EdTech firm that assists study abroad aspirants, is hosting the much-awaited Study Abroad Fest across major Indian cities. Being held across Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad on 11, 12, 18, and 19th March, respectively, the event will feature representatives from 30+ global institutions from 11+ Study Abroad destinations who will interact with and counsel students. During the events, students will have the opportunity to acquaint themselves with 100+ courses and programs and avail an unlimited array of on-the-spot offers and recommendations.

Ashish Fernando, Founder and CEO iSchoolConnect, said, “We are excited to hold the study abroad fest, especially at this juncture when a large number of students in our country are aspiring to study abroad in the institutions of their choice. The event will provide an opportunity for students to interact with university representatives of renowned global institutions. Students are registering in large numbers for the event, and we expect a footfall of approximately 800 to 1000 students in each location.”

“The presence of university representatives from popular study abroad destinations is a key crowd magnet as students will get to weigh their options under one roof, “Ashish adds.

A prominent delegation of university representatives from the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, Europe, Singapore, and other nations will provide students with invaluable advice at this event, assessing their prospects of admission and outlining the application and admission procedure.

Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to interact with the company’s in-house study abroad counselors, who have an average of 10+ years of experience, our test prep instructors, who have trained at least 200 students each, and our service partners for loans, travel, accommodation assistance, etc.

Pacific D21 Mall in Dwarka celebrated International Women’s Day with enthusiasm and dedication as women enjoyed several services and received recognition for their vital contribution to society. Women Entrepreneurship Awards 2023 was held under the banner of ‘Women Entrepreneurs 2.0’ to felicitate women entrepreneurs who have changed society with their hard work and dedication. On the other hand, a special screening of the latest release, ‘Shehzada’, was also organised for female teachers and their families absolutely free of cost at the PVR cinema located at the mall.

In collaboration with Fliers Group, the Women’s Entrepreneurship Awards 2023 honoured renowned female business leaders and entrepreneurs who have established themselves through lucrative endeavours in various industries, including apparel, footwear, healthcare, accessories, home goods, food, etc. The Fliers Group’s 31 female employees received honours at the Women Entrepreneurship Awards 2023. The award ceremony was conducted to recognise the significant successes and turning points of prominent businesswomen in entrepreneurship. Studio 21, the mall’s recently opened hospitality service, hosted the gathering.

The PVR theatre hosted a special Women’s Day showing of Shehzada. Teachers and their families were welcomed to the celebration at the mall, and the screening was free for everyone. The ladies who attended the event were also given vouchers as a thank-you for their efforts and contributions in addition to the movie screening. An intriguing butterfly-lit photo-op was also set up where the women clicked amazing pictures, capturing the moments of celebration for life.

Sharing his views, Abhishek Bansal, Executive Director, Pacific Group, said, “The Women’s Entrepreneurship Awards 2023 sought to recognise women who had inspired other women to pursue their goals on their terms and achieve financial independence and security. It made me happy to interact with so many women who had overcome adversity to emerge as role models for gender equity and empowerment.”

“On the other hand, we enjoyed organising a special screening of Shehzada for teachers and their families in honour of Women’s Day. In our community, we value and appreciate the contributions made by women. We also did an empowered women-centric mannequin display showcasing various outfits reflecting the women of today, showcasing outfits from the brands – Brands, Biba, Rangriti, Shree, Vero Moda, Only, and Chunmun. We celebrated a fun-filled day with these women achievers at the mall,” he added.

Mumbai, 10th March 2023: Mr. Chandresh Nigam, Managing Director & CEO, after leading Axis Asset Management Company Ltd. (AMC) successfully over the last 10 years has requested not to be considered for reappointment for another term, in order to pursue other personal and professional interests.

Mr. Nigam had joined Axis AMC on July 01, 2009 as Head of Equities and assumed the role of MD & CEO on May 01, 2013 and led Axis AMC for two terms spanning 10 years through its extremely strong journey of growth and scale up.

The Board of Directors (the Board) of Axis AMC at its meeting held today deliberated upon the same, and considering the aspirations of Mr. Nigam accepted his decision to be at the helm till the expiry of his current term which ends on Sunday, April 30, 2023. The Board unanimously placed on record, their appreciation for his invaluable contributions and his leadership during his tenure with Axis AMC. The Board wished him the very best as he begins a new phase in his professional journey.

As part of the internal succession plan, Mr. B. Gopkumar who is currently the MD & CEO of Axis Securities has been approved by the Board to be the MD & CEO of Axis AMC from May 1, 2023 till April 30, 2026, subject to receipt of requisite approvals as necessary. Pursuant to this movement, internal succession process at Axis Securities has been initiated.

Mr. Gopkumar had joined Axis Securities as the Managing Director & CEO in October 2019, and has over 28 years of professional experience in financial services industry in areas of sales and distribution, managing large teams, marketing & branding & building of digital eco-system. Mr. Gopkumar is a postgraduate in Business Management and is an avid reader, a fitness enthusiast, and a passionate marathoner.

To further strengthen the leadership, Mr. Ashish Gupta has joined Axis AMC as its Chief Investment Officer of the Mutual Fund. Most recently Mr. Gupta was the Head of India equity research at Credit Suisse. Having tracked the Indian markets for over 25 years across 15 varied industries, actively covering 130 stocks with aggregate market cap of over $2 trillion, Mr. Gupta has a strong understanding of global & regional macroeconomics as Head of APAC Banks research at Credit Suisse covering banking sector in 13 Asian economies. Ashish was one of the earliest to identify the asset quality cycle in Indian Banks in 2011 and authored several marquee reports including the “House of Debt” series.

Commenting on the appointments, Mr. Amitabh Chaudhry, Chairman of Axis Asset Management Company Ltd. said, “With these appointments, Axis Mutual Fund will look forward to capitalizing on Gopkumar’s experience and leadership in building large distribution businesses, and Ashish’s deep understanding of capital markets and its constituents. We thank Chandresh for his leadership and contribution to Axis Asset Management Company Ltd.”

Earlier this week, Climate Asia organized a virtual panel discussion on the theme of “Green Jobs for Women: A Path to Climate Solutions” The panel was designed to discuss aspects of the green jobs ecosystem for women and explore how it can contribute to addressing climate change.

The event brought together experts in the field: Reemaben Nanavaty, Director of Self Employed Women’s Association (SEWA), Huda Jaffer, Director of SELCO Foundation, and Prerna Seth, Fellow at JustJobs Network. The discussion was moderated by Aiswarya Ananthapadmanabhan, AVP for Arthan’s Women at Work Initiative.

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Mangaluru, March 10, 2023. BMW India announced the opening of the Varsha Autohaus dealership in Mangaluru, Karnataka. The dealership offers immersive sales, service, and brand experience along with access to BMW Premium Selection (BPS) – the used car division of BMW Group India. The fully-fledged facility is located at Survey No.27/-16P4, Near Kannur Old Check Post, Mangaluru, Karnataka 575007. The dealership is headed by Mr. Kapil Kanuri, Dealer Principal, Varsha Autohaus.

Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, of BMW Group India, said, “As part of our vision for sustainable growth, BMW India is committed to the development of a robust BMW dealer network of international standards at all important commercial centers across the country. Mangaluru is one of the fastest-growing non-metro cities in South India and will play an important role in BMW’s market offensive in India. With the launch of Varsha Autohaus, we will continue to set new standards in the luxury car market in the region and provide high-quality services to our customers and prospects in Mangaluru and the Karnataka region.”

Mr. Kapil Kanuri, Dealer Principal, Varsha Autohaus said, “We are delighted to represent BMW India in Mangaluru. Varsha Autohaus reflects our commitment to offering the ultimate luxury experience to our clientele and further tapping the growing luxury automobile market in the region. Situated at a prime location and equipped with the latest technologies, this facility will play an instrumental role in creating an unrivaled sales and service experience for our discerning customers.”

Strategically located, the new ‘Fully Fledged’ facility is spread over 33,400 sq ft, the new dealership has an ultra-modern showroom integrated with an after-sales service facility featuring service bays and a spare parts inventory. The showroom can display four cars and the workshop is equipped with eight service bays that can service up to 20 cars per day. The latest

March 10, 2023: Citykart, one of India’s largest value retailers focusing on family fashion retail in tier-II and tier-III cities, has launched its much-awaited Spring-Summer collection of vivid and vibrant summer colours and prints. The collection is only available offline at Citykart stores in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, and the North Eastern regions.

Curated on Citykart’s core philosophy of offering affordable and aspirational fashion that holds value for money, the Spring-Summer collection includes several trending fabrics and the latest silhouettes that are distinct and exclusive. Made with comfortable, cotton-knit materials that are durable and high-quality, the Spring-Summer collection of apparel is bringing back the brand’s 99/- price point aspect with something for every budget.

The collection includes a wide variety of apparel for every category, including newborns, teenagers, men and women. Citykart’s Spring-Summer collection for women has everything from comfy tees and tops to jeans, trousers, and palazzos and a trendy ethnic wear line comprising of Kurtis, Kurta sets, dupattas, and sarees. Similarly, the men’s range includes fashionable t-shirts, comfortable home and loungewear knit bottom wear, shirts, and stylish, trendy, and comfortable jeans.

Sudhanshu Agarwal, Founder and CEO, Citykart said, “We are excited to announce the launch of our Spring-Summer collection of apparel, which is based on our core value of providing affordable fashion. We felt that this collection is special and can only be justified by its offline-only presence, so it isn’t available online. A majority of the products in this collection are at entry price points, giving customers the best value for their money. We are looking forward to seeing our customers’ response to the Spring-Summer collection, and we’re confident that it will be a hit.”

Citykart’s Spring-Summer collection is available in stores.

Bengaluru, 10th March 2023: GenWorks has entered a strategic partnership with Browndove Healthcare, Renalyx, Critical Care Hope, Panacea Medical Technologies, and Karkinos Healthcare on the occasion of its 9th anniversary this year. In a bid to leverage technology and connected care, GenWorks expands its operations into women’s wellness, critical care, renal care, and oncology care via these partnerships to build and deliver a unique distribution platform for customers.

Mr. S Ganesh Prasad, Founder, MD & CEO of GenWorks said, “Today, we mark an important milestone in the history of GenWorks, as we look to reinvent ourselves and expand our medical and healthcare offerings for the people of India. With customer centricity at the heart of our operations, we aspire to create a connected care ecosystem that is holistic, affordable, and widely accessible. The strategic partnerships with Browndove Healthcare, Renalyx, Critical Care Hope, Panacea Medical Technologies and Karnikos Healthcare will enable diversification, expansion, and technological prowess that will commence a new chapter in efforts to enhance India’s healthcare system. Our collaborations are bound to open up several opportunities, and we look forward to working closely with our partners.”

The company’s strategic partnership with Browndove Healthcare will enable GenWorks to add nephorology consumables manufacturing capabilities, while the collaboration with Renalyx further strengthens its nephrology care portfolio, helping the digital medical and healthcare service provider serve India’s highly underserved dialysis market. To augment its connected care ecosystem, GenWorks has partnered with Critical Care Hope, availing its services and platform to enable access to affordable healthcare for people across the country. Moreover, GenWorks will work with Panacea Medical Technologies to provide state-of-the-art radiotherapy equipment, and will aim to advance its oncology care offerings via the association with Karnikos Healthcare.

Mumbai, 10th March, 2023: After a bright and colourful campaign last year, COLORS and Imperial Blue, in partnership with Wavemaker India, were back with another joyful campaign for Holi this year. Kicking off the campaign was a light-hearted video that showcased popular stars of the Hindi GEC market along with a host of Marathi stars.

The campaign effectively captured the revelry around Holi and built on Imperial Blue’s classic brand tonality. The team reprised their ongoing association with Hindi television stars Rubina Dilaik, Karan Kundra, Prateek Sehajpal, Nishant Bhat, and Marathi celebrities Jay Dhudhane, Meenal Shah, Vikas Patil, and Vishal Nikam. Further amplifying the glam quotient were special cameos from the enchanting leading lady of Ishq Mein Ghayal – Reem Shaikh, along with the always charming Amruta Dhongade, a former finalist of Bigg Boss Marathi. The dazzling duo of divas joined the gang and played integral parts in subtly integrating the brand ethos of “Men will be Men”.

Commenting on the 2nd year of the campaign, Vivek Mohan Sharma, Head- of Branded Content, Viacom18, said, “Our aim when collaborating with a brand is to create incremental value not only throughout the year but year on year as well. We focus on the intent and build brand image and visibility most relevant to the ethos of the brand. For Imperial Blue we have tapped into the festival landscape and positioned the brand where it owns the space with the narrative of youthful, wholesome fun. This is the second consecutive year we’re partnering with them for Holi and continue to build the brand story with a content-backed, targeted strategy which maximises the impact and engagement with consumers.”

Talking about the association, Ishwindar Singh, Pernod Ricard India, said, “Imperial Blue celebrates the lighter side of a man’s life. Holi, the festival of colours, brings alive the free spirited fun while being a great occasion for conviviality. This festival lends us an opportunity to bring forth a light hearted take inspired by our unique and consistent focus on encouraging our consumers to embrace life with a smile. Our partnership with Viacom has helped us create interesting ways of engaging around the key festivals and occasions.”

We are excited to launch this campaign this year as well and hope everyone has a wonderful and safe Holi!”

Mansi Datta, Chief Client Officer & Office Head – North & East, Wavemaker India, said “As Holi is synonymous with fun and mischief, collaborating with both powerful brands is a sure-fire way to spread the brand’s message. At Wavemaker, we are proud of this successful collaboration running for the fourth association in a row. We believe the campaign will reach people on a broad range of platforms and resonate with them.