The University of Chicago has been home to some of the world’s most monumental breakthroughs. But what are the stories behind these ground-breaking ideas and discoveries? A new series called “The Day Tomorrow Began” tells the history of the big ideas that shaped and defined fields of study—from unraveling the mysteries of black holes to exploring the roots of ancient civilization—and examines how UChicago scholars continue to transform our world today.

“Throughout its rich history, University of Chicago scholars have changed the trajectory of fields of academic inquiry, making the University one of the world’s leading research institutions,” said Paul M. Rand, the University’s vice president for communications, whose teams in University Communications and UChicago Creative created The Day Tomorrow Began campaign. “By exploring the ‘a-ha moments’ in which these pioneering figures changed our past, and how UChicago research is shaping our future, we hope our audiences better understand the global impact of the remarkable work happening here.”

In the debut topic of The Day Tomorrow Began, the series explores how Nobel laureate Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar helped pave the way to the discovery of black holes—and how UChicago scholars are shaping how we study the universe. Subsequent topics in the series explore UChicago scholars’ impact across the realm of human inquiry, including ancient civilizations, quantum technology, sleep, economics and social work.

Each month, a new topic is brought to life across a variety of digital media. The award-winning Big Brains podcast interviews scholars at UChicago and beyond to explore the past, present and future of each subject, while the UChicago Explainer Series answers the biggest questions in the field, and UChicago scholars’ impact in each subject.

Kochi: V-Guard Industries Ltd, a leading electronics and electrical manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ESAF Small Finance Bank to provide financing options to customers looking to install V-Guard’s Solar Rooftop Power System. Under the agreement, ESAF Bank will provide various financing options, including loans and attractive installment payment plans. With the strategic alliance with ESAF Bank, consumers can opt to finance up to 80 percent of the total cost of the rooftop solar power system, including the cost of installation for residential or commercial applications. This collaboration will not only reduce the burden on customers to make an upfront payment but also enable them to generate their own electricity, thereby reducing their dependence on the grid. This partnership will enable customers to switch to clean energy with ease and affordability.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Mithun Chittilappilly, Managing Director, V-Guard Industries Ltd., said, “We are excited to partner with ESAF Bank, which shares our vision of making clean energy accessible and affordable to all. With the increased focus on sustainability and the need for cost-effective solutions, Rooftop Solar Power Systems have become an attractive option for consumers. This collaboration will help us reach more customers, who can benefit from our high-quality solar products and ESAF Bank’s affordable financing options.”

Mr. Hari Velloor, Executive Vice President, Business, ESAF Small Finance Bank, said, “We are delighted to partner with V-Guard, a company that has been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. This partnership will enable us to provide financing options to customers looking to switch to clean energy and contribute to a greener tomorrow. At ESAF Bank, we believe that sustainable development is key to building a better future, and this collaboration is a step towards achieving that goal.”

V-Guard’s Rooftop Solar Systems come with up to 40 percent subsidy from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. The solar panels have 25-30 years of onsite warranty. Customers can choose from an extensive range of models from 3- 15 KW depending on their requirements. 1 KW plant can generate 4-5 units of electricity on a sunny day.

Photo Caption: Mr. Mithun Chittilappilly, Managing Director, V-Guard Industries exchanges the MoU with Mr. Hari Velloor, Executive Vice President, Business, ESAF Small Finance Bank after signing the agreement to finance V-Guard’s Rooftop Solar Systems.

28^th February 2023, New Delhi: The Scindia Old Boys’ Association (SOBA) hosted a 2-day Networking and Leadership Conclave on the 25^th and 26^th of February at the India Habitat Centre, Delhi. The event included insightful panel discussions across relevant verticals such as health, business, education, law and the world of entertainment. The illustrious alumni community from The Scindia School and Scindia Kanya Vidyalaya participated in and moderated these sessions. Dr. Amarender Singh Puri, Vice Chairman at Medanta Hospital; Dr. Manish Baijal, Senior Director at Max Hospital; Mr, Atul Sharma, President at Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhavan Pvt. Ltd.; Mrs Rekha Mody, Founder of Stree Shakti & Genesis Art Gallery; Padma Bhushan awardee Mr. Rajendra Pawar, Founder of NIIT University; Mr. Dipak Haksar, Former CEO at ITC Hotels and Dnyanraj Manik Prabhu Maharaj are amongst some of the renowned personalities from across industries who participated in the conclave. Popular filmmaker Mr. Anurag Kashyap and well-known singer and composer, Mr. Manmeet Singh of Meet Brothers led the Music and Bollywood session.  The event saw the presence of the large vibrant alumni community, coming together in solidarity to celebrate the momentous occasion of their alma mater completing 125 years of service later this year in October.

The Scindia School prides in raising gentlemen steeped in values with a global and modern outlook, to not simply survive but thrive in the world outside its classrooms. The school is ranked No. 1 among boys boarding schools in the EW India School Ranking 2020-2021. A beacon of academic excellence, The Scindia School marks its 125^th anniversary later this year in October, and it is only fitting that the alumni of this iconic institution, kick-start the momentous celebrations by showcasing excellence across industries. It is a testament to the strong foundation that the school lays at an early age itself to set the students up for success in the future, irrespective of the paths that they decide to pursue. Transformational learning isn’t simply a tagline but a motto that the school has lived by for the past 125 years as it continues to evolve and grow with modern times.

The conclave witnessed the strong bond shared between the Old Boys, long after they’ve moved out of the hallowed corridors of The Scindia School. The conclave began by honouring the guest of honor, Yuvraj Mahanaaryaman J Scindia, who is also a member of the Board of Governors. This was followed by a welcome speech by Mr. Venkatesh Agrawal, President, Delhi SOBA. He shared his thoughts and said, “It gives me immense pleasure to invite my fellow Scindians on this momentous occasion as we launch the celebrations to mark the 125^th anniversary of our alma mater, The Scindia School.  The 2-day conclave represents the excellence that the school stands for and its vibrant alumni community taking forward the school’s legacy as established leaders in their respective fields. This is a celebration of the strong bonds that were formed in classrooms that have only grown strength to strength beyond the walls of the Fort.”

His Highness Maharaja Jyotiraditya Scindia, Cabinet Minister, Minister of Civil Aviation, graced the occasion as the keynote speaker. He shared the inspiring journey and noteworthy legacy of The Scindia School and said, “This year is a very important year in our history. As we celebrate a glorious legacy of 125 years, we are proud of our initiatives to contribute to the city on waste, water, and energy consumption. The Fort itself is a unique biosphere and lends itself to a significant environmental and sustainability initiative. We look at our Scindian family to make these initiatives fruitful for our students and our institution in the days to come. I urge every Scindian to take time out for our alma mater and come back and engage with our students. It will be an opportunity to bring back your memories from your time at the Fort. It will be a soul-nourishing and reinvigorating experience as well as a chance to show the path to our children as they move along. With respect to our messaging to the outside universe, we need to pass the Scindia branding and messaging across. The wonderful panels at this conclave are a testament to the Navratnas that our school has produced. We should look at hosting subsequent conclaves of this nature at the Fort itself.”

Mr. Ajay Singh, Principal of The Scindia School, shared his thoughts on the conclave and said, “The SOBA Delhi NCR Networking and Leadership conclave 2023 has been an extraordinary showcasing of the strong connect of the past and the present to shape the future. The learning through power-packed sessions on education, business, spirituality, finance, world affairs by Scindians shall certainly help transform the future as the school promises in its glorious 125 years of transformation.”

The panel discussions ended on a musical note with a soulful Sufi Qawalli evening by the well-known artist, Mr. Dhruv Shangri. The conclave concluded with an electrifying performance by Khushboo Grewal and Meet Brothers. The conclave has set the wheels in motion for a grand celebration to commemorate the 125th-year anniversary of India’s finest and most sought-after, iconic educational institution.

February 2023: Auretics Limited, a retail platform that deals in natural and top-quality health and wellness products while empowering individuals through Direct Selling Marketing Model witnessed 50% growth in the months of December 2022 & January 2023.

Madhurodhi (topical spray-based solution for Sugar Management) remained the No. 1 choice of everyone, followed by MultiAmmrit, HBP Care, VigourSure, and Speedex. Seeing such trust of people, Auretics plans to revive its strategy to give more incentives to new distributors along with increasing retail margins on new launches to provide better income and savings to its distributors.

For the near future, the platform plans to increase its CareVed Range (ayurvedic supplements range) by 15% by adding new and innovative products.

Commenting on the same Arjun Gupta, CEO Auretics Limited said, “We, at Auretics are envisioning to grow and expand our network with our associates and assist them in leading a bright future with good health and financial freedom. Also, we are also committed to being an environment-friendly, socially, and morally conscious organization that shall comply with all the relevant legislation and regulations of our beloved country and shall establish a sense of trust and integrity through its mission to achieve proficiency in the direct selling industry.”

By Dr Vipin Sisodia, Consultant- Urology, Yatharth Super Specialty Hospital, Greater Noida

Prostate gland is the most talked about organs in men that usually enlarges with aging (especially after 50 years of age) and obstruct the urine flow. There is a dire need to raise awareness about the importance of the effective functioning of this gland, and if someone notices a change in the pattern of the normal passage of urine, it is important to seek urologists’ opinion. A urologist would categorize your symptoms and run some tests like urine exam, ultrasound, uroflowmetry and Prostate-specific Antigen (PSA).

For most of the mild symptoms one may not need any treatment but only lifestyle changes would help. But in case if the symptoms are bothersome, affecting sleep or disturbing daily routine, further group of medications may help in subsiding the symptoms. The first group of medicines helps in relaxing the muscles outlet and the second group of medicine is prescribed to reduce the size of the prostate.

“In some patients, despite medications the symptoms worsen leading to blood in urine, recurrent Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) or changes in the backpressure in the kidneys, and a prostate surgery remains the only option. The surgery is different from the one done for treating prostate cancer, it is an endoscopic surgery done by passing an endoscope through the urethra, a tube inside the penis, and the prostate is removed in chips to create a lumen for smooth passage of urine. Energy to cut the prostate may vary from electric current to laser energy, and as the procedure is done under anesthesia, the patient may require hospitalization for 2 to 3 days.

The second common problem of the prostate is cancer. 15% of all men have a chance to develop prostate cancer with increasing age (after 80 years of age) irrespective of the genetic condition. In such cases, the progression of the disease is slow with high survival rates in comparison to prostate cancer caused due to gene mutation.

Despite the fact that the prevalence of prostate cancer among Indian men is 25 times less than those in western countries, it is still the 12th leading cause of mortality and morbidity in India.

Prostate cancer being one of the most common types of cancers among males usually grows slowly and during the initial stages remains confined to the glands. In comparison to other cancers that are highly metastatic in nature, prostate cancer is less common under the age of 50 years.

As the stages progress, the condition worsens and may lead to bone fractures, spinal pain, fecal and urinal incontinence and weakness in legs. Those vulnerable need to undergo PSA test to confirm or rule out the possibility of prostate cancer, and if the prostate levels are high, MRI of the prostate followed by prostate biopsy may be done. Once the diagnosis of the prostate cancer is confirmed, then imaging in the form of bone scan or PSMA PET CT is done to check if the disease is localized within the prostate or metastasized to other body parts.

If cancer is localized to the prostate, then surgical treatment is the best option particularly if the patient has symptoms. Radiation and hormone therapy is an alternative to surgery. For surgery, the whole prostate is removed instead of channelling done for non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. The robot is used by the surgeon to facilitate the removal of the prostate and it is not done by the robot as commonly perceived. Surgery may affect men’s sexual power and may cause temporary urine leaks for which they have to wear diapers for 2 weeks to 3 months. 98% of men get better as for as continence is concerned by one year.

The Indian EdTech startup culture has been thriving in recent years, with many platforms emerging to cater to the diverse needs of the education sector. These have not just been catering to young students but are also bridging the gap for continuous learning and upskilling by providing the youth and avid learners an excellent platform to enhance their knowledge and leverage that for greater and global work opportunities.

Suraasa is one such platform that is leading the way when it comes to teacher education and empowerment. As one of the few EdTech platforms curated specifically for teacher training, Suraasa has made a significant impact on the Indian education ecosystem.

The brand’s approach to teacher education is research-driven and pedagogically sound, which has helped them to enhance and upskill teachers. This, in turn, has contributed to an improved educational platform for students. With their innovative approach, Suraasa has raised $1.2 million in seed funding from various investors, including NB Ventures in the United Arab Emirates, SuperMorpheus in Singapore, Vinners, and SucSEED Innovation in India.

One of the key initiatives by Suraasa was the launch of the International Teachers’ Olympiad 2022, which aligned with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This initiative received registrations from over 60,000 teachers from 1800 schools (both government and private schools) across 30+ countries. Moreover, their Teacher Training Programme has also been instrumental in helping teachers secure some of the best jobs in the USA, with packages as high as ₹64 lacs per annum. The success of these initiatives demonstrates the importance of upskilling teachers and the potential for EdTech platforms like Suraasa to make a difference.

Even the Indian Government recognizes the importance of upskilling and has been actively pushing for it. It considers upskilling and re-skilling of the youth to be an imperative step in enhancing their skills and employability and promoting economic growth. Hence, The Union Budget 2023 saw a significant allocation of funds to enhance upskilling resources for the youth. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has been allocated ₹3,418.07 crores this year, 20% higher than the previous year. This retaliates that youth empowerment through skilling is one of the priority areas in this year’s budget, which aligns with Suraasa’s mission to enhance teacher education and empowerment.

Speaking about the industry growth and the government’s push towards upskilling, Founder and CEO of Suraasa, Rishabh Khanna shares, “At Suraasa, we believe that empowering Indian teaching talent is key to unlocking the potential in the country. With the growing demand for skilled educators in India and around the world, we are committed to providing innovative and effective teacher education and empowerment programmes. Education is one such field that is welcoming technology and embracing the innovative solutions of the edtech community. Even the government is giving a boost to India’s edtech sector that has grown exponentially over the last three years. We are thrilled to be part of this growing EdTech startup culture. With the government’s support, we’re excited about the potential impact of our upskilling programmes on Indian teaching talent and the technology-driven evolution of the education sector.”

With constant innovation and a drive to mark a global presence, it is encouraging to witness The Indian EdTech startup culture flourish, and platforms like Suraasa, leading the way in transforming the education sector. With their innovative approach to teacher education and upskilling, they have made a significant impact on the quality of education in India and the government’s push for upskilling further emphasizes the importance of initiatives like Suraasa’s and the potential for them to contribute to a brighter future for the youth of India.

New Delhi, 28 February. Prateek Parashar, a student of Poornima University (PU), Jaipur was awarded by the Union Minister of Employment and Labour, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupendra Yadav for preparing the best plan and design of an upgradeable ESIC hospital from 350 to 500 beds. On the occasion of ESIC Foundation Day, Prateek was honored with a cheque of one lakh rupees and a citation as wining the first prize at a grand function organized at Dr. Ambedkar International Center, New Delhi. Based on this design of Prateek, a hospital will be built in Sanand town, in Gujarat State in short while. It is notable that Prateek Parashar is pursuing his Master in Urban Planning from Poornima University (PU), Jaipur.

In this regard entries from all over the country were invited for this design competition organized by the Employees State Insurance Corporation, Government of India. Out of which the plan and design prepared and presented by Prateek Parashar was declared the first winner by the Jury members. Prateek hilighted the concept and salient features of the Plan that this hospital can be upgraded from 350 beds to 500 beds. In this campus three blocks of the hospital building will be constructed. In this plan blocks of OPD; Emergency and Mother Child care & IPD are proposed serving different purposes for segregating the patient’s and visitors with interconnection by bridges at different levels. Hence there will be no unnecessary crowd of patients and their relatives in the single building. In this design, separate spaces have been fixed for green area, buffer space and shops of medicine, other useful shops. Along with this, special attention has been given to other important points including sustainability, natural light, solar energy and rain water harvesting and storage.

It is notable that Prateek’s father Sri Chandra Shekhar Parashar has retired from the post of Additional Chief Town Planner in the Government of Rajasthan and is currently working as ACTP & Coordinator in Nagar Nigam Jaipur Heritage.
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India — 28th February, 2023 – Finland, voted the World’s Happiest Country for the fifth year, is welcoming talented Indians to launch or reestablish their careers in one of the most attractive countries to work in. With its emphasis on work-life balance, support for families, and being home to some of the greenest cities and most innovative companies in the world, Finland is aiming to double work-based migration and triple study-based migration by 2030.

Excellent work-life balance for entrepreneurs and tech professionals alike

Ms. Laura Lindeman, Senior Director, Work in Finland said, “We are happy to welcome talent from India to Finland. Finland offers career opportunities in a myriad of professions like IT, health tech, clean tech, hydrogen and battery industries, manufacturing, hospitality & tourism and health sector.”

She also highlighted the Memorandum of Understanding signed for talent mobility between Business Finland and Confederation of Indian Industry in December 2022. “We see mutual benefits in building strong cooperation between our countries in talent mobility and wish to offer Indian talents opportunities for professional growth in Finland”, she added.

The Head of Talent Boost in India for Business Finland, Gitta Perez said, “We are confident India’s tech professionals and startup entrepreneurs will appreciate how we emphasize equality and diversity in the workplace. We believe that treating everyone with equal worth is a key factor in how our local tech ecosystem has become globally competitive.”

In a recently concluded event in India that highlighted what makes Finland the happiest country in the world to both work and live in, Business Finland saw interest from more than 3000 talent, entrepreneurs and students who want to move to Finland to pursue their career.

According to the latest Finnish Immigration Services statistics, more than 10,000 Indians are living in Finland, many of them working and studying. Just in the last 12 months, over 7500 Indians applied for a resident permit.

Be part of one of the world’s most innovative landscapes

Across its beautifully diverse country, Finland offers career opportunities in world-renowned technology companies such as Microsoft, Nokia, Kone, IQM Finland and Oura. Whether as a successful tech entrepreneur climbing the corporate ladder with some of the biggest technology names in the world, or completing their higher education, Finland is the ideal place for talent from India.

Tuesday, February 28, 2023: On the occasion of World Tailor’s Day, Siyaram’s, one of the leading textile brands in men’s fashion for over four decades, started an initiative to appreciate and give back to the community of thousands of tailors in India. The company is conducting free upskilling workshops and sessions for tailors in different cities, which will help them gain formal training in upgrading their skills for consistency. Tailors are being trained in formal ways of taking measurements, drafting patterns, staying updated on the developments in the fashion industry and the garment trade, and having the know-how to benefit their customers with the change in the processes they are applying in their day-to-day business. Along with this we are providing them international bespoke tailoring tips to be at par with expert tailors.

“Today, the brand Siyaram’s has become synonymous with fine craftsmanship, and all the credit for that goes to our huge family of tailors who create masterpieces using their skills. Our initiative and commitment are not just to provide them with wider opportunities but also to help the profession of tailoring be as respected as any other profession in our society. We are extremely passionate about this and aim to provide world class training to over 50,000 tailors across the country in coming months through online and offline mediums,” said Mr. Ramesh Poddar, CMD, Siyaram Silk Mills Ltd.

In just a span of a few weeks, Siyaram’s has conducted training sessions in 7-8 towns. Over 1500 tailors in these cities have already completed their training. The sessions are highly focused on enriching the craft of tailoring and imparting the skills required, which result in sustaining the tailoring trade and upgrading the lifestyle of the artists involved in the trade.

Mr. Prakash Yadav, a tailor who completed the training sessions, expressed, “This is a huge honour and a much-needed effort for our tailor community. Most of us have never taken any formal training in tailoring and had to take up this work out of no choice and other opportunities. After completing these training sessions, we now know much more about fashion, style consultancy, modern methods of drafting, ways to shorten the process, ways to handle alterations beforehand, customer behaviour, developments in the garmenting trade, and modernization, among other things. I feel much more confident now and ready to bring a boost in my tailoring business.

The overall response has been extremely welcoming, and more and more tailors are waiting to benefit from this initiative. Siyaram’s is now planning to establish an online library and help desk to help tailors whenever they are in trouble with odd sizes and special fabrics, so that their queries could be addressed and they get proper technical support in drafting and handling fabric.

Marble is timeless and one of the most popular options that come to mind when looking for interior decorating ideas. It is commonly used in homes and offices because of its sophisticated look and on some of the most famous monuments in the world. From marble walls and floors to marble wall coverings, kitchen splashbacks, and accent wall panels, they add a chic accent to any space.

There are different types of marble used for different rooms, and the curators at The Quarry Gallery will help you choose the right kind based on your needs. Get that stunning boutique hotel look with marble walls in your bedroom. If you would love a statement wall while letting the rest of your bedroom decor be minimal, try a gorgeous patterned marble wall with Azul Macaubas or Avocado Vert. A polished marble wall creates a soothing effect and transforms your bedroom into a cozy and elegant space.

An accent wall creates a focal highlight point for your living room without having to make any significant changes to your decor. This is where you can add personality and depth to the space by choosing marble that complements or matches your overall color scheme. Different types of marble can give you luxe finishes, from veins, grooves, flutes, and more to further enhance the beauty of your selected marble walls.

Vertical applications like a marble backsplash are an excellent way to showcase the gorgeous veins and swirls of the marble. If you have a kitchen island, a marble countertop will add elegance to the kitchen overall. Regular care and maintenance will ensure that your kitchen marble surfaces stay protected and last long.

Instead of artificial marble tiles, you can select a natural stone like exotic granite or quartzite to add a luxe look to your bathroom and also make it look bright and spacious.

And of course, you can always give an instant luxe effect to any space by incorporating it into objects d’art such as a side table with a marble top, marble vases, and other marble home accessories.

The ways to incorporate marble into your home interior design are many, and no one better than The Quarry to assist you with finding the right cut, finish, and type of marble for your specific needs.