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17 Jun

Gene editing – A tool to tackle climate change and to achieve food security in the Asia Pacific – Dr. Ravi Khetarpal

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Dr. Ravi Khetarpal, Executive Secretary, Asia Pacific Association of Agricultural Research Institutions (APAARI) New Delhi [India], June 17: There are about 688 million people undernourished in the world, of which 351 million – more than half -- live in the Asia- Pacific region. Further, there are growing concerns that the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic may have undone whatever gains were achieved towards food security in the region. The agriculture sector is facing the most negative consequences of unpredictable and severe climatic conditions; therefore, we need to have innovative and scientific solutions to ensure higher, diseases-free, and nutrient-rich crop production. Asia Pacific…

17 Jun

Delhi Customs Brokers Association (DCBA) organizes Covid -19 vaccination camp for Customs Brokers

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New Delhi [India], June 17: DCBA has organized Covid -19 vaccination camp for Customs Brokers. The first camp is in progress at New Customs House, near IGI Airport, and will be held From June 15th to 18th June 2021. In a bid to protect hundreds of Customs Brokers, their staff, and family members this camp has been organized by DCBA The vaccination camp has been organized in association with Delhi Customs and Medanta hospital. The camp was inaugurated by Chief Commissioner Smt Ranjana Jha in the presence of Sh Manish Kumar Commissioner General, Smt Simmi Jain Principal Commissioner Imports, Smt…

17 Jun

HealWell24 looking to bridge gaps in healthcare sector in India with DocsCampus.com

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 17: COVID-19 pandemic revealed the gaps in the existing healthcare structure and showed that the Indian healthcare system is too weak. With a lower doctor-patient ratio (1:1000), issues in last-mile healthcare delivery, and lack of qualified doctors in rural & semi-urban areas, the Indian HealthCare system needs a revolution. There is no effective, trusted single window for healthcare delivery to everyone and no proven way for professionals to find, consult, transact with each other online. Providing a solution to all these issues, JK Singha, Rk Ningthem, Nilesh Bhanushali, and Chittaranjan Mishra started HealWell24. In Jan 2021,…

17 Jun

TTK Prestige launches innovative Sleek SS gas stove that is high on aesthetics and low on maintenance

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New Delhi [India], June 17: A stylish and well-crafted gas stove can contribute so much to the aesthetics of a kitchen. However, performance and low maintenance are equally important criteria when selecting a gas stove. If you are in the market for a new gas stove, consider TTK Prestige’s elegant Sleek SS gas stove. Consumers can choose between two variants 3B AND 2B. The thoughtful spill-proof design helps control messy spills, keeping your kitchen cleaner and easy to maintain. The frameless body allows for ample space to reach under and clean after every use. Focusing on innovation, TTK Prestige has…

16 Jun

A young entrepreneur of the city is distributing footwear to the underprivileged on a large scale during the pandemic

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Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 16: There is a saying, 'Work for a cause not for applause,' and one such successful entrepreneur in our city is doing just that. We came across Vivek Dodia, Director at RV Estate Consultants Private Limited, Surat. Originally from Beawar, Rajasthan, Vivek has been staying in Surat for many years now and has a rich experience of more than 10 years in real estate consultancy. As an Entrepreneur, Vivek strongly believes in developing not just business goals but also making a social impact. Recently, during the pandemic, Vivek's innovative mind got a random idea to keep…

16 Jun

Premium Gujarati OTT platform ShemarooMe unveils trailer of yet another Gujarati web series‘Kshadyantra’.

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After the successful release of web series,VaatVaat Ma, first Gujarati digital film Swagatam, Jok Samrat, Unknown to Known and many more, the platform is all set to launch its next political thriller web series In a span of less than 2 months, ShemarooMe has already released 9 titles and has left no stone unturned to entertain audiences Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 16: Premium Gujarati OTT platform ShemarooMe today announced the launch of trailer of Gujarati web series ‘Kshadyantra’. This political thriller web series does not only a strong star cast but a very different approach to the typical political drama. RohiniHattangadi,…

16 Jun

Neeraj Clinic set to launch yoga with holistic treatment program on this international yoga day

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Rishikesh, Uttarakhand [India]: Yoga is the path to perfection and the attainment of a higher form of knowledge and mental peace. Today, yoga is one of the popular healthy lifestyle habits all around the world. This ancient Indian science allows you to achieve relaxation, both at the physical and emotional levels. Yoga is one of the easiest to do physical activities, and everyone can do it, regardless of age and degree of physical fitness. Countless studies have shown that the use of a set of yoga exercises, asanas, and correct breathing techniques helps improve your emotional health and general well-being. In…

16 Jun

Elegance Enterprises, a Bangalore based property consultancy launches a new concept: an online marketplace dedicated to farmlands

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Bangalore, Karnataka [India]: Since the start of the lockdown from March 2020, a lot of things have changed in India and the real estate industry is no exception. One of many changes that the realtors have experienced during this period is the rise in the demand of farmlands, farmhouses and vacation homes. This is due to the fatigue people have experienced living in the cities with restricted movements. The ambitions of owning a bigger home, the aspirations of getting closer to nature are taking over. This shift in the mindset and requirements of buyers quickly got the attention from the…

15 Jun

Thermo Fisher Scientific expands its SARS-CoV-2 testing portfolio in India with a point-of-care testing platform

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The Accula System is an innovative platform that will accelerate the availability of reliable and accurate advanced molecular diagnostics at the point of care. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 15: Thermo Fisher Scientific today announced the introduction of the new and innovative Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test that delivers gold-standard reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) detection of SARS-CoV-2 in a point-of-care format. The Accula SARS-CoV-2 Test has received Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 in Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)–waived environments. “Since the start of the pandemic, Thermo Fisher has acted…

15 Jun

IC3 Institute comes forward to support women affected by the COVID-19 surge in India

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New Jersey/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [USA/India], June 14: The IC3 Institute, a U.S. non-profit, is helping women from families that have lost their breadwinners to COVID-19 in the recent surge in India by empowering them with training and employment opportunities. These women will be trained as career counsellors and connected with full-time employment opportunities within IC3's global network of high schools. “The COVID-19 surge in India has brought many challenges, one of which is the loss of the sole breadwinners in many families, pushing them to the brink of poverty. While there has been a lot of international and domestic support for…