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Fiserv Inaugurates Hostel Facility for Girls with Visual Disabilities at the National Federation of the Blind Maharashtra

October 16, 2024

16th October 2024: Fiserv has partnered with the National Federation of the Blind Maharashtra (NFBM) to inaugurate a new hostel facility at the NFBM Jagriti School for Blind Girls in Pune. This facility will provide girls with visual disabilities across a wide age bracket with free lodging, boarding, and educational support, fostering an environment designed for their holistic development. With an investment of nearly ₹2 crores, Fiserv’s support is aimed at empowering more than 120 underserved girls who have varying degrees of visual disabilities. The initiative goes beyond just providing residential assistance and includes scholarships, educational resources, and infrastructure development. A key aspect of the partnership is the establishment of a Braille Publishing Centre, which is set to benefit approximately

RampMyCity Launches Accessibility Initiative in Mumbai, Making Public Spaces Wheelchair-Friendly

October 15, 2024

15th October 2024: RampMyCity, an innovative accessibility startup, is pleased to announce its launch in Mumbai, marking a significant step toward inclusivity. Founded in 2020, the startup has already transformed over 500 public spaces across five cities, making significant strides in creating wheelchair-friendly environments for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and the elderly. A significant step toward building an accessible city, this most recent initiative in Mumbai involves the installation of ramps at 15 police stations and 25 of the city’s finest restaurants. The initiative in Mumbai is not just about infrastructure; it’s about community connection and empowerment. People with disabilities can now enjoy the same experiences as everyone else, such as going to their favorite restaurant, seeing friends, or just

Muthoot Finance and Indian Medical Association, Madurai Honor Outstanding Medical Professionals with Muthoot Golden Award for Medical Excellence 2024

October 3, 2024

Left to Right- Dr. B. Sridhar – President Elect, IMA TNSB, Dr. Guna Sekharan – Vice – President, IMA, HQ, Dr. V. Kumaravel – President, IMA Madurai, Dr. Dilip Bhanusali – President Elect, IMA HQ, Dr. Murugananthan – Member – Tamil Nadu Medical Council, Dr. N. R. T. R Thiyagarajan – Past Hony. State Secretary, IMA TNSB, Dr. B. K. C. Mohan Prasad – Secretary, BIC, IMA Madurai 3rd October 2024: Muthoot Finance, India’s leading gold loan NBFC proudly presented the prestigious Muthoot Golden Award for Medical Excellence 2024 to 80 distinguished doctors and 20 exemplary medical professionals, in association with Indian Medical Association, Madurai (IMA). As part of its annual award ceremony, Muthoot Finance recognized the unwavering dedication, resolute

Routes2Roots partners with Tata ClassEdge to offer digital learning to schools across India

September 30, 2024

30th September 2024: Tata ClassEdge (TCE) Limited, a subsidiary of Tata Industries Limited, has entered into a partnership with Routes2Roots (R2R), a Delhi-based non-profit organization dedicated to promoting art, culture, and heritage, to integrate TCE’s proprietary educational content into R2R’s Interactive Flat Panels in schools where the NGO operates. This partnership will further enhance Routes2Roots digitized classrooms through Tata ClassEdge’s features such as 3D animations, gesture-controlled whiteboards, in-class games, and more. This collaboration will significantly enhance the learning experience for students, especially in remote and underserved areas across the country. Additionally, Tata ClassEdge will equip teachers with powerful tools to deliver interactive and engaging lessons to transform the classroom experience. Commenting on the partnership, Rakesh Gupta, Founder, Routes2Roots, said, “We

REHAU Concludess Nationwide Clean-up Drive as Part of its Annual REHAU Return Program

September 27, 2024

26th September 2024 – In a continued commitment to environmental sustainability, REHAU, a global leader in polymer-based solutions, successfully concluded its annual clean-up drive across key cities in India as part of its REHAU Return program. This year’s initiative, which commenced on 16th September and culminated on World Clean-up Day (20th September), saw participation across Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, and Vadodara. As a brand committed to sustainability and circular economy practices, REHAU has been organizing this clean-up drive annually to demonstrate its dedication towards environmental preservation, responsible waste management and creating awareness about the importance of recycling. Mr. Faiz Ahmed, MD, REHAU (Pune Region): “India continues to make significant investments in waste management, with the Department of Drinking Water

Gujarat Government intensifies efforts of TB Mukt Gujarat with Public-Private Partnership

September 26, 2024

26 September 2024: In a significant move to advance India’s mission to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) and promote lung health, FUJIFILM India, in collaboration with the Apollo Telemedicine Networking Foundation (ATNF), has teamed up with the Government of Gujarat for the World Lung Day Conference 2024. Held on the 25th of September, 2024, at The Leela, Gandhinagar, the conference is a key initiative under the India Fights TB campaign, reflecting the state and country’s commitment to elimination of TB by 2025, five years ahead of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) target of 2030. Tuberculosis continues to pose a major health challenge in India, causing approximately 3.31 lakh deaths in 2022. With over 40% of the population estimated to be

The Godavari Initiative kicks off its Nashik Regional Consultation on Collective Action for Godavari River Basin

September 24, 2024

24th September 2024: The Godavari Initiative (TGI), in collaboration with Diageo India, hosted a Regional Consultation on Collective Action for the Godavari River Basin on Monday, 23rd September 2024, in Nashik. The consultation brought together corporations, industrial bodies and associations, government agencies, civil society organizations, and academia to tackle the urgent ecological challenges faced by the Godavari River and its surrounding regions. The event was held in the presence of Shri Shashikant Patil, Deputy Engineer, Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation; Shri Sanjay Sonawane, Vice President North Maharashtra, Maharashtra Chambers of Commerce Industry and Agriculture (MACCIA); Shri Dhananjay Bele, President, Nashik Industries and Manufacturers Association; and Shri Lalit Boob, President, Ambad Industries and Manufacturers’ Association, from leading industry bodies. The consultation also

Entod Pharmaceuticals Drives Nationwide Effort to Combat Corneal Blindness During 39th National Eye Donation Fortnight

September 23, 2024

23rd September 2024: Entod Pharmaceuticals, in collaboration with Matanand Welfare Foundation, drove a nationwide campaign to combat corneal blindness that reached an impressive 50,000+ people through a series of awareness rallies, webinars, and educational initiatives in key areas such as Delhi, Bhubaneshwar, Berhampur, Puri, Pondicherry, Hubli, Sangli, and others. Continuing its commitment from last year, where they hosted eye donation awareness camps and rallies across states in India, including Coimbatore, Sangli, Hyderabad, and many more, this eye donation campaign showcased the urgent need for eye donation in combating corneal blindness—a condition that ranks third globally among the causes of blindness, after cataracts and glaucoma. The 2024 campaign saw remarkable participation, with over 10,000 individuals, including 150+ doctors, 2,060 volunteers, and

Alzheimer’s Day: Over 850 senior citizens take part in Alkem Foundation’s walkathons to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease

September 23, 2024

September 23, 2024: On the World Alzheimer’s Day today, Alkem Foundation, the CSR arm of Alkem Laboratories Ltd., organised walkathons to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease in five cities—Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, and Bengaluru. Over 850 senior citizens took part in these walkathons held across locations. Alkem Foundation collaborated with non-profit organisation HelpAge India for these walkathons, which were conducted at Girgaon Chowpatty in Mumbai, Deer Park in New Delhi, Chetla Central Park in Kolkata, Anna Nagar Tower Park in Chennai, and National College Ground in Bengaluru. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological disorder and the most common form of dementia. It is affecting millions of lives in India, but awareness around it remains low. Through these walkathons, the Alkem

HON’BLE CHIEF JUSTICE OF INDIA SHRI D.Y. CHANDRACHUD LAYS THE FOUNDATION STONE OF JSW ACADEMIC BLOCK AT NATIONAL LAW SCHOOL, BENGALURU

September 23, 2024

September 23, 2024: In a significant milestone for advancing legal education in the country, the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India (CJI) Shri Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud laid the foundation stone for the comprehensive redevelopment and expansion of the core academic block to be named the JSW academic block at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU). Under the proposed plan, the existing building will be transformed into a multi-story structure, providing state-of-the-art lecture theatres, seminar rooms, faculty offices, and collaborative research spaces that will facilitate students and researchers to benefit from an enhanced learning environment, allowing them to thrive in a fast-evolving legal landscape. The project is part of a broader collaboration aimed at transforming NLSIU’s academic infrastructure to push