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Tata CLiQ Luxury, India's premier luxury lifestyle platform, has announced the much-awaited annual CLiQ CLiQ Sale, which is scheduled from May 24-June 04, 2023. One of the most anticipated summer sales, the 11-day sale event will have exciting offers on a curated range of global and Indian luxury and premium brands across categories such as accessories, apparel, art, eyewear, fragrances, footwear, handbags, home, jewellery, kids, watches, and more.
 
The platform is encouraging customers to truly enjoy this special occasion at an unhurried pace by taking the time to savour and indulge in the finest curations to their hearts' content, thus discovering the luxe life on the platform.
 
Gitanjali Saxena, Chief Business Officer, Tata CLiQ Luxury, said, "The CLiQ CLiQ sale is our flagship event that marks our 7th anniversary celebration, and this year, we have also taken the opportunity to introduce the concept of The Unhurried Sale. It's an initiative to bring back the joy of unrushed, uncomplicated shopping. We invite customers to embrace the joy of slow luxury by taking their time to browse and shop for products that speak the most to them. We look forward to yet another exciting year ahead as we stay committed to offering our esteemed customers an unmatched online luxury shopping experience."
 
Explore and shop from the wide-range of summer assortment of coveted brands like Calvin Klein, GANT, Tommy Hilfiger, and True Religion in apparel and ALDO, Hoka, Geox, and Steve Madden in footwear, which will be up to 40–50% off. In the kids category, leading brands such as Boss Kids, Choupette, DKNY, and Marc Jacobs will have exciting offers.
 
In handbags, enjoy up to 40–50% off on renowned global exclusive brands like Chiara Ferragni, Lui Jo, and Twinset. Leading beauty & fragrance brands like Bvlgari, Chopard, Dyson, and Yves Saint Laurent will have irresistible offers.
 
Watch enthusiasts can enjoy up to 30–50% off on timepieces from global brands like Emporio Armani, Fossil, Maserati, and Versace. In the travel, men's accessories, and stationery sections, brands like Delsey Paris and DKNY will be up to 45-50% off, and Montblanc will also have attractive offers. There will also be some fantastic offers on Diesel, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Ray-Ban, and Tom Ford eyewear.
 
If one is looking at upgrading their jewellery collection, globally recognized brands like Emporio Armani, Just Cavalli, Swarovski, and Ted Baker will have offers one cannot resist. Brands like Le Creuset, Noritake, and Spread Spain in the home category will have offers ranging from 15–35% off. In the gourmet category, Lavazza, Nespresso, Neuhaus, Godiva, and more will have offers. The recently launched fitness category will also have some interesting offers on brands like Flexnest, Nordictrack, and True Fitness. For the art lover, art collections from Masha Arts, The Great Eastern Homes, & Philips Antiques will also be on sale.
 
The Indiluxe boutique on Tata CLiQ Luxury, which features well-known Indian premium and luxury brands such as Masaba and Ritu Kumar, will also have exclusive offers, along with Fab India and Taneira. Brands like Andamen and Terra Luna in the menswear section, The Alternate and Oceedee in footwear, Beej and Nappa Dori in accessories, and Ahilya Jewels and Monk Story in the jewellery category will also have offers.
 
Watch out for the limited hour offers on brands across categories on the platform.
 
Tata CLiQ Luxury is offering a 10% instant discount on ICICI Bank credit and debit cards, which is valid from May 24–May 28, 2023, and a 10% instant discount on Axis Bank credit and debit cards, which is available from May 29–June 4, 2023. *T&C Apply
 
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Business Wire India

As part of Neuropathy Awareness Week 2023, P&G Health, brought together globally renowned health experts with 6000 Healthcare Professionals from across Asia, India, Middle East, and Africa at the 'Demystifying Neuropathy Forum'. Hosted out of Mumbai and simulcast to 8 countries, the signature event saw deliberations on the latest clinical guidance and research findings on screening and management of the growing public health concern of Peripheral Neuropathy.

Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) is a chronic clinical condition, wherein the peripheral nervous system is damaged. Symptoms of Peripheral Neuropathy include numbness, tingling, prickling, and burning sensations in the hands and feet. Sufferers of PN report impacts on their quality of life including reduced physical abilities and poor sleep. Besides diabetes mellitus, obesity, alcohol misuse, and B vitamins deficiencies are other high-risk factors leading to peripheral nerve damage.

"At P&G Health, we have always strived to increase awareness around peripheral neuropathy and sensitise individuals on the importance of nerve health. The 'Demystify Neuropathy' forum is a great platform for us to bring the entire ecosystem of nerve care experts together and discuss the condition so that the community is more informed and able to take diagnose patients better. As a leader in nerve care, P&G Health will continue to educate communities about the effects of peripheral neuropathy on the quality of life and promote better collective health," said Milind Thatte, Managing Director, Procter & Gamble Health Limited.

Expert Speak:
 
  • Speaking at the forum, Prof. Rainer Freynhagen, Head of Department, Anaesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine & Pain Medicine at Benedictus Hospitals Tutzing & Feldafing Germany stated, "Peripheral Neuropathy and pain with neuropathic components are highly prevalent in the general population. Doctors around the globe see millions of patients suffering daily from these conditions which are relatively easy to diagnose but challenging to treat, particularly in advanced stages. Around 10% of the general population worldwide is affected by neuropathic pain and 50% of these patients are not sufficiently managed1. Although identifying a patient with PN is not rocket science, currently published studies across different countries confirm that up to 80% of patients remain undiagnosed and untreated. Many people may report their painful sensations only after they become unbearable but for me much more important is the fact, that only less than 1/3rd of physicians are confident to recognize symptoms and signs of PN accordingly. To me it's appalling that for many physicians' neuropathic pain has often the lowest importance in comparison to other symptoms, even though it's one of the most burdening problems with a tremendous impact on our patients' quality of life."
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  • Dr Satish V Khadilkar, Renowned Neurologist, Professor and Head of Department of Neurology at Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences in Mumbai, India stated, "Diagnosing Peripheral Neuropathy is an unmet need. If PN is not diagnosed and treated in early stages, it usually progresses into neuropathic pain which can lead to several comorbidities which significantly impact the patient's quality of life, social life and working life5. These include depression, sleep disturbances, anxiety which also require treatment adding to the economic burden of the patient. Painful diabetic PN is significantly associated with disruptions in employment status and work productivity. Of working patients, 59% reported being less productive at work6."
 
  • According to Dr Ankia Coetzee, Endocrinologist, University of Stellenbosch Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Cape Town, South Africa, "Each contact with a patient is an opportunity and primary care physicians can play a key role in diagnosing neuropathy7. As some patients might have difficulties in describing their symptoms properly, proactively probing for characteristics of PN such as numbness, pins and needles and tingling sensation, lancinating, stabbing or electric shock-like pain can be a good starting point. Easy to perform sensory tests such as vibration perception testing, pin prick test, monofilament test, etc. take no longer than a few minutes and guide the diagnosis, while laboratory tests can help refine the diagnoses."
 
  • "With the rising prevalence of Peripheral Neuropathy in India, it has become extremely crucial to educate physicians and patients about this condition. The 'Demystify Neuropathy' forum enlightened us with enriching insights, data, and clinical practice guidelines shared by well-known health experts from across the globe and the region on neuropathy diagnoses, treatment, and management. We recognize the exemplary efforts of P&G Health to create heightened awareness around the subject which can keep patients/ consumers more informed and enable them to take steps to mitigate the effects of neuropathy," added Dr. Shashank Joshi, MBBS, MD, DM, (Endocrinology), Physician & Endocrinologist, Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai.
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P&G Health has collaborated with Association of Physicians Of India (API) for the accreditation of Neuropathy Awareness Week 2023. The Indian Medical Association (IMA), one of India's largest associations for Medical practitioners is one of the partners for this event, endorsing the need to spread awareness and empower family doctors for early diagnosis of Peripheral Neuropathy.
 

  PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY IN NUMBERS:
 
  1. 1 in 10 people1 and 1 in 2 diabetics2 suffer from Peripheral Neuropathy. In 2021, there were 393 Mn diabetic patients8 in the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and African regions projected to rise to 603 Mn by 20458.
 
  1. An estimated 80% patients remain undiagnosed and untreated3, with ratio being similar across different countries globally
 
  1. Diabetic PN is seen in very high proportion of diabetes patients in Southeast Asia; in some countries up to almost 60%7
 
  1. A study from the Philippines in 2000 from the Diabcare-Asia project, which assessed 2,708 patients in diabetes centres, reported a prevalence of 42% for diabetic neuropathy, based on medical records9.
 
  1. Peripheral Neuropathy affects 34–35% of UAE population with diabetes10.
 
  1. Saudi Arabia ranks the second highest in the Middle East and is seventh in the world for the rate of diabetes11. Painful Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy is seen in over 65% of the patients with Diabetes in Saudi Arabia12.
 
  1. In Indonesia, the number of diabetic people increased from 10.7 million in 2019 to 19.5 million in 2021 rising from seventh to fifth rank for the highest number of diabetes sufferers in the world13. In a study from Bali, of 110 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and neuropathy based on electromyography, 54% had painful diabetic neuropathy 14.
 
  1. In Singapore, prevalence of diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy was reported to be 28% and the significant risk factors are age, Indian ethnicity, insulin use, diabetic retinopathy and stoke 15.
 
  1. Various epidemiological studies from India showed wide prevalence of nerve damage varying from 5 to 2400 per 10,000 population in different community studies16. The estimates on prevalence of nerve damage in India vary widely from 13.1–45.0% in different populations which could be attributed to different types of diabetes 17.
 
  1. In Malaysia, 51% of diabetics were found to be diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy 18
 
  1. Painful diabetic PN is significantly associated with disruptions in employment status and work productivity. Of working patients, 59% reported being less productive at work 6.
 
  1. Around 10% of the general population is affected by neuropathic pain globally, and 50% of neuropathic pain sufferers are not sufficiently treated1.
 
  1. < 1/3rd of physicians recognizes signs of DPN. Undiagnosed cases contribute greatly to the high rates of morbidity and mortality of diabetes8. Up to 50 % of patients are asymptomatic and therefore often remain undiagnosed and are at risk of insensate injury 19.
 
  1. Other than knowledge about the condition, information on who is at risk, the consequences of PN in relation to reduced quality of life and increased risk of foot ulcers needs to be disseminated to the public, to encourage early self-referral 20. Once the diagnosis of PN has been made, it is important to educate patients of the dangers of PN.

As part of Neuropathy Awareness Week 2023, P&G Health also announced its collaboration with EcoMatcher, a social enterprise to plant a 'Global Forest of Care' with 2000 trees across India, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Malaysia to mark the tireless efforts of the collective ecosystem of healthcare professionals (HCP), medical associations and health authorities towards research, awareness, and holistic management of peripheral neuropathy.

Neuropathy Awareness Week 2023 is part of P&G Health's 'Ab Feel Karega India' awareness campaign to commemorate Neuropathy Awareness Week 2023. The campaign is inspired by the symptoms such as numbness and tingling felt by those suffering with Peripheral Neuropathy, shedding light on how those with the condition are not able to feel the same joy and delight when going about routine activities, negatively impacting their ability to get things done and consequentially their emotional wellbeing.

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  1. Attal N et al, Lancet Neurol 2018; 17: 456–66
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  3. Ponirakis G et al, J Diabetes Investig 2019; 10: 1558–1564
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  6. Allemann CJM. Diab Res Clin Practice. 2015;109: 215–225.
  7. Malik RA, et al.J Diabetes Investig 2020 Vol. 2 No. 5
  8. International Diabetes Federation. IDF Diabetes Atlas. 10th edition; 2021.
  9. Lantion-Ang LC. Epidemiology of diabetes mellitus in Western pacific region: focus on Philippines. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2000; 50(Suppl 2): S29–S34
  10. Investigating the Association between Diabetic Neuropathy and Vitamin D in Emirati Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
  11. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26206092/#:~:text=Abstract,3%20million%20have%20pre%2Ddiabetes.
  12. Halawa MR et al, 2010
  13. International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Atlas 2021, 10th edition
  14. Purwata TE et al. J Pain Res2011; 4: 169–175.
  15. Arnold Hu et.al, Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare, Volume 30 (4) 2020
  16. Ann Indian Acad Neurol. 2017 Jul-Sep; 20(3): 173–184.)
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  18. Azidah, A. K., & Hasniza, H. (2014). Peripheral neuropathy among elderly diabetes in a tertiary center, Malaysia. International Journal of Collaborative Research on Internal Medicine & Public Health, 6(3), 0-0.
  19. Miranda-Massari JR, et al. Curr Clin Pharmacol. 2011;6: 260–273.
  20. Iqbal Z, Azmi S, Yadav R, et al. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy: epidemiology, diagnosis, and pharmacotherapy. Clin Ther 2018; 40: 828–849.
Business Wire India

  • Merck Foundation CEO meets Kenya Award Winners & Alumni during the release of their TV program "Our Africa" on KTN of partner; The Standard Media Group.
  • 'Our Africa by Merck Foundation' is a pan-African TV program is currently broadcasted on KTN of their partner, The Standards Media Group on every Saturday at 5:00 pm, repeated every Wednesday at 6:30 am.
  • "Our Africa" is conceptualized, produced, directed, and hosted by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation to feature African Fashion Designers, Singers, and prominent experts from various domains with the aim to raise awareness and create a culture shift across Africa such as:  Diabetes, Ending Child Marriage, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Stopping GBV, Ending FGM and Breaking Infertility Stigma, among other social and health issues affecting the continent.
  • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck foundation and Joe Munene – KTN Managing Director, the importance of responsible media projects such as "Our Africa" TV program to sensitize our communities and being the voice of the voiceless. 

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany launched the "Our Africa" TV Program during a Press Conference in Nairobi, Kenya.
 
Watch the Promo of 'Our Africa by Merck Foundation' here: https://youtu.be/_RIoIMbFd2Q
 
Expressing her excitement about the release of "Our Africa by Merck Foundation" TV program, Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of "More Than a Mother" Campaign shared, "I am very happy to be here in Kenya and release "Our Africa by Merck Foundation" together with our long term partner the standard media group, KTN, a first-of-its-kind TV program that is set to be the voice of the voiceless and break the silence about many critical and sensitive social and health issues in Africa like Breaking Infertility Stigma, Importance of early detection & prevention of Diabetes, Supporting Girl Education, Ending Child Marriage, Stopping Gender-Based Violence, promoting a Healthy Lifestyle, Ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), Coronavirus Health Awareness, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Sustainability, and many more."
 
'Our Africa by Merck Foundation' is a pan-African TV program that is conceptualized, produced, directed, and co-hosted by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation to feature African Fashion Designers, Singers, and prominent experts from various domains with the aim to raise awareness and create a culture shift across Africa. The show is set to be aired on KTN Home on every Saturday at 5:00 pm, repeated every Wednesday at 6:30 am.
 
Watch the First Episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fz1S1Dlugkc
Watch the First Episode promo here: https://youtu.be/RzliKpAkUAU
 
The TV program has been broadcasted on prime TV stations of many countries like NTV in Uganda, and GH One TV in Ghana and ZNBC in Zambia, AYV in Sierra Leone and LTV, Liberia, and it immediately captured the attention and hearts of millions of viewers across Africa. "Our Africa" TV Program will soon also broadcast on TV 3 in Ghana, BTV in Botswana and QTV in The Gambia. "Our Africa" TV Program is currently on social media handles of Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube) and Merck Foundation (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube).
 
During the release of "Our Africa" TV Program together with KTN, Merck Foundation Kenya Annual Summit and Awards Ceremony was held, during which Merck Foundation CEO met and acknowledged the Merck Foundation Alumni and the Winners of the Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards 2022.
 
Dr. Kelej expressed, "I am very happy to meet our Alumni from Kenya. I am very proud of the work we are doing to transform patient care landscape in Kenya. We have provided 138 scholarships of one year diploma and two year master degree in Kenya in 39 critical specialties such as – Oncology, Embryology, Diabetes, Preventative Cardiovascular Medicine, Endocrinology, Sexual and Reproductive Medicine, Gastroenterology, Respiratory Medicine, Acute Medicine, Biotechnology of Human Assisted Reproduction and Embryology, Critical Care, Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Urology, Neonatal Medicine, Pain Management and many more. We are committed to transforming patient care in Kenya and we will continue to scale up these numbers in order to create a stronger platform of skilled medical professionals and strengthen the public healthcare system in Kenya and rest of Africa."
 
She further stated, "I am extremely glad to meet the Merck Foundation Alumni and Media Awards Winners in person. This year, we have 4 Media winners from Kenya. Congratulations to all the winners. I am pleased to celebrate and welcome you to be the members of Merck Foundation Alumni and work closely with us to be the voice of the voiceless and raise awareness on social and health issues by featuring impactful and inspiring stories."
 
The following winners were recognized:

Merck Foundation "More Than a Mother" Media Recognition Awards 2022
  • Beldeen Waliaula, Standard Media group (Print – Third Prize)
  • Elizabeth Angira, The Sun Weekly Online (Online – First Prize)
  • Mercy Tyra Murengu, MediaMax Limited-Milele FM (Special Award)
 
Merck Foundation "Diabetes & Hypertension" Media Recognition Awards 2022
  • Pauline Odhiambo, BBC (Online - Second Prize)
 
Moreover, Merck Foundation CEO announced the Call for Applications for their 8 important awards for Media, Musicians, Fashion Designers, Filmmakers, students, and new potential talents in these fields from Kenya. Details of the awards below:

1. Merck Foundation Africa Media Recognition Awards "More Than a Mother" 2023: Media representatives and media students are invited to showcase their work to raise awareness about one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2023. Click here to view more details.

2. Merck Foundation Film Awards "More Than a Mother" 2023:
All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions, or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary, or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages to address one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2023. Click here to view more details.

3. Merck Foundation Fashion Awards "More Than a Mother" 2023: All African Fashion Students and Designers are invited to create and share designs to deliver strong and influential messages to raise awareness about one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2023. Click here to view more details.

4. Merck Foundation Song Awards "More Than a Mother" 2023 All African Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a SONG with the aim to address one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.

Submission deadline: 30th September 2023. Click here to view more details.
 
5. Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards 2023 "Diabetes & Hypertension":
Media representatives are invited to showcase their work through strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle raise awareness about prevention & early detection of Diabetes & Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2023. Click here to view more details.

6. Merck Foundation Film Awards 2023 "Diabetes & Hypertension": All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2023. Click here to view more details.

7. Merck Foundation Fashion Awards 2023 "Diabetes & Hypertension": All African Fashion Students and Designers are invited to create and share designs to deliver strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2023. Click here to view more details.

8. Merck Foundation Song Awards 2023 "Diabetes & Hypertension": All African Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a SONG with the aim to promote a healthy lifestyle raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

Submission deadline: 30th October 2023. Click here to view more details.
 
Entries for all the awards are to be submitted via email to: submit@merck-foundation.com

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Business Wire India

On International Day of Biological Diversity, Vedanta Aluminium, the largest aluminium producer in India, announced its collaboration with ERM India, a renowned environmental consulting firm, to enhance its Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP). The collaboration will aim to reinforce the implementation of biodiversity management practices across the operations of Vedanta Aluminium, marking a significant step towards its commitment to sustainable and responsible business operations.
 
As part of the collaboration, ERM India will assess and bolster Vedanta Aluminium's biodiversity conservation efforts focusing on operations across different locations and evaluating the overall impact using metrics and tools of global standards. Based on the assessment, ERM India will suggest actions to further strengthen the company's efforts to foster biodiversity around its operations which will ultimately lead to generating positive actions and help mitigate climate change. This will help Vedanta Aluminium create a roadmap with enhanced actions to nurture biodiversity and establish new goals, including Science-Based Targets for Nature, reinforcing the company's commitment to sustainable development.
 
Vedanta Aluminium strives to incorporate the principles of 'Lifestyle for Environment - LiFE,' an initiative by the Government of India and enhance its efforts to help achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals 14 & 15 focusing on conserving aquatic and terrestrial biodiversity.
 
Mr Rahul Sharma, CEO, Vedanta Ltd – Aluminium Business commented on the announcement, "At Vedanta Aluminium, we recognize the critical role of biodiversity conservation in sustainable business operations. We always strive for more sustainable and environmentally conscious practices, demonstrating our firm commitment to the preservation of nature for generations to come. We look forward to our collaboration with ERM India to bolster our Biodiversity Management Plan and strengthen the implementation of biodiversity management practices. This partnership reflects our unwavering commitment to responsible environmental stewardship. Together with ERM India, we aim to assess and enhance our biodiversity conservation efforts, aligning them with global standards and best practices. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our journey towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future."
 
Speaking about the collaboration, Dr Arun Venkataraman, Technical Consulting Director, ERM India said, "We are delighted to collaborate with Vedanta Aluminium in their commendable efforts to bolster their Biodiversity Management Plan and strengthen biodiversity management practices. We aim to deploy tools and metrics of global standards to help the company enhance their repertoire of biodiversity initiatives. Vedanta Aluminium's commitment to sustainable business operations and its recognition of the critical role of biodiversity conservation is remarkable. We also wish to learn from the success of their approaches in establishing sustainable practices and ensuring inclusive development."
 
On the occasion of International Day of Biological Diversity, Vedanta Aluminium embarked on a range of projects across its business units in Odisha and Chhattisgarh:
  • Over the past few years, Vedanta Aluminium has made substantial contributions to the wildlife conservation of species protected under Schedule 1 of the Wildlife Protection Act across Balco and Jharsuguda.
  • Awareness sessions for the local villagers were organized to protect the endangered Yellow Monitor Lizard that is hunted to make traditional medicine.
  • The company launched a conservation project to protect over 30 species of butterflies, several protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, through the establishment of a new butterfly park at Jharsuguda.
  • To protect the vulnerable Chloroxylon swietenia, commonly known as Ceylon Satinwood, the company planted saplings of this species at Jharsuguda.
  • The company also undertook the restoration of several local waterbodies around its business units to rejuvenate the aquatic life and support the livelihoods of the local communities. So far Vedanta Aluminium has restored over 40 local water bodies in areas of Odisha and Chhattisgarh for community use.
  • Several women under the Vedanta Sakhi project at Lanjigarh in Kalahandi district were selected to participate in the apiculture (beekeeping) training, where they learnt about different honeybee species, beekeeping equipment, and the installation of bee colonies.
  • Installation of birdhouses and nests in the company's operational areas was undertaken to support the local avian species. Watering stations were installed across peripheral areas to provide hydration for birds and animals during hot weather.
  • Vedanta Aluminium also collaborated with school students to organize plantation drives, where the students pledged their dedication to conservation efforts.
 
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India's largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India's aluminium i.e., 2.29 million tonnes in FY23. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) 2022 world rankings for aluminium industry, a reflection of its sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the 'Metal of the Future' for a greener tomorrow. www.vedantaaluminium.com
 
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#vedanta #vedantaaluminium #InternationalDayofBiologicalDiversity #Environment #Biodiversity #ERMIndia
Business Wire India

The number of Asian businesses investing in the UK have grown over the years, including a considerable jump from the previous year, despite Brexit uncertainties. To celebrate this growing UK-India partnership globally, WBR Corp UK Limited and EPG conducted India Week 2023. As the UK and India reach the closing stages of agreeing a bilateral Free Trade Agreement, India Week 2023 was organized as an annual get-together of change-makers, policy and business leaders for high-level discussions on pertinent topics. India Week 2023 was conducted in form of various events spread over Leicester, Oxford and London in United Kingdom. It focused on mutual interests in the areas of Education, Innovation, Policy, Thought Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Technology etc.
 
The event saw participation from more than 1500 attendees over the five days, including 100+ international delegates from India, Bangladesh, Malta, Singapore and the USA. In a true celebration of the breadth of India, MPs, Members of Legislative Assembly and other policymakers attended the event. These included Telangana Minister of IT Mr. K T Rama Rao, Ms. Ruth Cadbury, Ms. Arlene Foster, Lord Richard Harrington, Baroness Verma, MP Seema Malhotra, MP Valerie Vaz, Meghalaya Education Minister Mr. Rakkim Sangma, Mr. Rajesh Agrawal, Pradyot Manikya - Chairman Tipra Motha (Tripura), Jayesh Ranjan - IAS Principal Secretary of the Industries & Commerce, and Information Technology Telengana, Umar Kamaal Farooqui - National Spokesperson NCP (Maharashtra), Ms. Supriya Shrinate - National Spokesperson INC etc.
 
The India Week Events comprised of the following
 
May 9, 2023 - Education Innovation Conference and Education Leaders' Awards at Oxford Townhall, Oxford
May 11, 2023: Ideas for India Conference at The Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, UK
May 11, 2023 - Asian UK Business Meet and Awards Dinner at The House of Commons, London, UK
May 12, 2023 - Ideas for India Conference at The Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, UK
May 12, 2023 - Black Tie Celebration Dinner at The Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, UK
 
The primary objective of the Asian UK Business meet and awards, that are a result of a comprehensive market research study, is to identify and recognise fastest growing organisations and entrepreneurs across a range of industries. The winners have been chosen on the basis of comprehensive profiling and after extensive background check of nominated organisations or individuals. The Education Leaders' Awards was to celebrate the achievements of outstanding institutions and educationists from Asia and UK.
 
Ms. Shilpa Gupta, Director WBR Corp UK Limited said, "The main aim for organising Asian UK Business Meet & Excellence Awards is to create a common platform for Asian and UK entrepreneurs, professionals and like-minded businesses to network and identify potential areas of investment in the UK and vice-versa. The mission of these awards is to recognise Asian businesses that have excelled in various fields, and support those who seek to do business in the UK."
 
LIST OF THE WINNERS OF ASIAN UK EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2023 @ THE HOUSE OF COMMONS
 
  • Most Prominent Philanthropic Organization Contributing Towards Value-Based Education: Sarva Vishwavidyalaya Kelavani Mandal
  • Most Prominent Health and Wellness Products Company of the Year: Asclepius Wellness Private Limited
  • Most Promising CBSE School Promoting Holistic Education: Mount Zion International School
  • Best Emerging Craft Brewery of the Year: Ironhill Brewery LLP
  • Most Reliable IT & Digital Marketing Services Company of the Year: Creation Infoways Pvt. Ltd.
  • Most Promising Poultry Company of the Year: SRAF Proteins Private Limited
  • Most Promising Blockchain Technology Organisation in South-East Asia : Thai Green Power Solution Co. Ltd.
  • Most Promising Sports & Travel Lifestyle Company of the Year : Hermes Voyages Pvt. Ltd.
  • Leading Manufacturer of Non-Woven Fabric, Biodegradable & Paper Products (Eco-Friendly Products) : NIVA Green Industries India Private Limited
  • Most Promising Social Change Maker & Educationist of the Year : Mrs. Sushma Chordiya
  • Most Prominent School Consulting Firm of the Year (K12 Schools): EROCON
  • Iconic Business Leader of the Year: Dr. Tarun M Tandel, T3 Group of Companies
  • Best Emerging Election Strategists and Analysts of the Year: Decoding Dynamics Pvt. Ltd.
  • Most Promising Multistate Cooperative Housing Society: Bharath Lajhna Multi-State Housing Co-Operative Society Limited
  • Most Trusted Risk Management Company of the Year for Medical Fraternity: Apex Insurance Consultant Ltd.
  • Best Emerging Overseas Education & Immigration Consultants of the Year: JVT Immigration Consultants Private Limited
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The Government Senior Secondary School in Kaloh, Una district, hosted India's inaugural Education Web 3 Metaverse event. With the participation of students from 15 nearby schools, the event provided a hands-on experience with cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technology.
 
Organised under the auspices of the district administration and the technical agency, Crewsphere: ICP India Hub, the event aimed to introduce students to the Metaverse, a revolutionary concept in the computer industry. The Metaverse represents the next evolution of the Internet, offering a unified, shared, immersive experience within a 3D virtual space.
 
According to the organisers, the Metaverse technology will enable billions of people to live, work, shop, learn, and interact with one another from the comfort of their homes. It is predicted to revolutionise sectors such as gaming, entertainment, education, and marketing.
 
During the event, Deepak Goyal, co-founder of Crewsphere, highlighted the technology's potential by explaining the hardware required for its utilisation. This includes computers, the Internet, virtual reality (VR) headsets, gloves, and wristbands.
 
Deputy Commissioner Raghav Sharma acknowledged the significance of advancements in information technology, emphasizing the ease and accessibility they bring to our lives. He also acknowledged how technology provides a wealth of information at our fingertips.
 
The Education Web 3 Metaverse event in Kaloh served as a significant milestone in introducing young students to the future of virtual reality technology. By providing them with hands-on experience and exposure to the Metaverse, the event aimed to inspire and empower the next generation of innovators and creators.
 
This event aligns with the government's vision of embracing technology-driven education and preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the digital era. It marks a crucial step in bridging the gap between traditional education and the immersive, interactive experiences offered by emerging technologies.
 
With the successful completion of India's first Education Web3 Metaverse event, the organizers are optimistic about the positive impact it will have on the participating students. This event is expected to fuel curiosity, creativity, and innovation, paving the way for a technologically proficient and forward-thinking generation.
 
Bandhul Bansal, the co-founder of Crewsphere, revealed the organisation's future roadmap for advancing the adoption of the ICP blockchain throughout India. In line with this vision, Crewsphere is preparing to launch a series of innovative programs, including free blockchain courses, grants, research fellowships, and more, aimed at empowering students across the country.
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