Saturday, December 22, 2018

Accord SDH, Technology Advancement for Quality Healthcare

Accord SDH Hospital has been awarded as the ‘Best Multispecialty Hospital in PCMC’. The hospital recently installed an Uro-Laser and a Neuro Microscope at the hospital. These state of the art equipments will help the hospital to upgrade its Tertiary Care offerings.



The Quanta 30/35 W, 2100 mm Holmium Uro-Laser is used for various Urological procedures especially fragmentation of hard and fiber small tightly fitted stones, bladder tumors. It can be used with flexible Urethroscopy for Kidney stones without PCNL and ECWL.

The Carl Zeiss Neuro microscope is extremely accurate and used to access the critical areas of Human brain especially in diseases of small vessels and nerves and prevents the brain from damage during surgery.

The new microscopes were inaugurated at  the hands of Chief guest Mr. Sanjay Lele- Chairman of Janata Sahakari Bank  &  Mr. Jagdish Kadam-Vice Chairman Janata Sahakari Bank and  Dr. Deepak Kirpekar- Urosurgeon, in the presence of Mr. Vidyadhar Sarfare- Chairman, ACCORD   SDH Hospital  And Dr. Deepali Chinchole- IVF expert and Managing Director of Director of ACCORD SDH Hospital.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Lele said “I always wish that everyone should stay healthy, but at the same time today everyone encounters tremendous stress whether professional or personal, so having ACCORD SDH Hospital which offers patient centric care and courteous staff is a blessing for people of PCMC. 

Mr. Lele & Mr. Kadam felicitated Dr. Deepak Kirpekar the renowned urologist of international fame, for his outstanding contribution to the field of urology. Dr Kirpekar has over 3 decades of experience and has done more than twenty five thousand surgeries till date. Speaking on the occasion Dr Kirpekar appreciated the quality of services, courteous nature of the staff and medical facilities offered at ACCORD SDH Hospital. He said "over the Last two years the hospital has seen many positive changes and is developing into a tertiary care hub under the new management ".
               
Dr. Deepali Chinchole managing Director ACCORD SDH Hospital emphasized on   the quality aspects of healthcare. She also informed the gathering about the NABH accreditation process which was underway at the hospital and how patients will benefit from this certification. She said  that" Accord SDH Hospital strongly believes in providing high quality patient-focused health care that is readily accessible, cost effective and meets the needs of the people."

Thursday, December 20, 2018

Journey of an Architect in Pune to Art-Director in Los Angeles

Aditya Mohite is an architect, film-maker and an Art-director. He currently resides in Los Angeles.
He did his graduation from Pune. He developed interest in film-making when he directed his first short film in his third year for a competition. Doing which he realized that his interest lies in constructing or as said directing films. He directed two films during his college days. One was in Marathi, which went to Goa Film Festival and other film festivals as well. After graduation he did a job in architecture for one year. He eventually moved to California to pursue his language of expression, films. And did a Masters in MFA film and television from Los Angeles, California.

He has three years of experience working in the Hollywood film industry as an Art director. During his previous year of Masters he started working as an art director. He directed a French film, “Knead For Love”, shot in hollywood. Aditya worked as a writer and an art director in this film. His architecture background really helped this film to put together visually. In order to maintain visual hierarchy yellow color was used throughout the film, which also represents hope , happiness and conflicting association. To take shot from inside of oven, he and his team managed to build oven in order to shoot inside without damaging the camera. This film was a fabulous success it received very well recognition all around the globe. It was received in Cannes Film Festival 2018, MedFF 2018, lift Off film festival Amsterdam etc. this film sold its non-exclusive rights to Short Tv london to distribute in India and world region for next four years. He has also directed a film in Mandarin language named, “American Dream”, which won 6-7 awards including ones in Cannes film festival and LA shorts international film festival.

The names of other of his films are- Seek, Hunter and Ashes of Gold, all of which recieved the same appreciation.
He has directed films in seven languages- English, Hindi, Marathi, French, Mandarin, Hebrew and Spanish.
Aditya is currently working on two films one in Persian and other in Marathi.
When asked why did he change his course from an architect to an art director he says that both are the same. In both you have to design just the tools are different!! He says, “Since I studied Architecture, I am more interested in creating my own things, I decided to switch career from Architecture to Filmmaking because I find more freedom in Films than architecture in order to express myself as an individual or as a human. I was able to give out the essence of my creativity through architecture but then I realized making films would be a most efficient way of expressing my vision to the world.”

Apart from film-making he travels a lot. “Traveling helped me grow as a filmmaker, it attracted me towards different cultures, cuisines, people around the world.”
He further aspires to direct films in Marathi. But for now he wants to explore opportunities in Hollwood and shine in abroad as well.

Saturday, December 15, 2018

Netafim Launches the World's Most Innovative Digital Irrigation System in India


NetBeat™ is an irrigation and fertigation management system that integrates monitoring, analysis and automation into a single mobile platform, enabling farmers to maximize productivity any time, anywhere.



Following the launch of NetBeat™ insIsrael at Agritech 2018, NetBeat™ is launched in Pune, India. NetBeat™ is the world's first and most advanced digital irrigation and fertigation management system. The official launch of ‘NetBeat™ ’ in India has been done in the esteemed presence of Mr. Randhir Chauhan, Managing Director of Netafim India, Mr. Lior Doron, Director, Head of Digital Farming product management and Mr. Izhar Gilad, Head of Commercial & Business Development, Digital Farming, both from Netafim, Israel.  

Netafim, which led the world’s first revolution in precision agriculture more than 50 years ago with its pioneering drip irrigation, today brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of agronomy and hydraulics to lead the digital farming revolution.

NetBeat™ provides farmers with real-time recommendations based on data pertaining to plant, soil and weather conditions obtained from both the field and external sources. This data is analyzed in the cloud, according to proprietary Dynamic Crop Models, based on 50 years of Netafim’s unique experience and research in the field of agronomy and hydraulics. NetBeat™ is the greatest innovation and the first irrigation system with a brain for Indian farmers, where they can easily monitor, analyze, get decision support and automate their irrigation operation by smartphone, wherever they are.

Based entirely on Israeli technology, NetBeat™ was developed in collaboration with mPrest, developers of the Command & Control platform used in the Iron Dome air-defense system. NetBeat™ is the first platform of its kind to integrate monitoring, analysis and automation in one system, controlled by the farmer through a friendly and simple user interface, that provides optimization and smart recommendations throughout all stages of the crop lifecycle, saving water, fertilizer and other inputs, and improving profitability.

As part of the Indian launch of NetBeat™, Netafim unveiled NetBeat™One, an innovative solution tailored for small farmers who need better control over their farms.

"Netafim is an innovative company that’s constantly looking for creative technology solutions that help the world grow more food with less resources. NetBeat™ offers a sustainable and innovative platform for both big and small farmers to ensure higher returns with minimum resources in agriculture,” says Randhir Chauhan, MD, Netafim India. "From companies cultivating large areas of land or community irrigation projects to an individual smallholder, NetBeat™ makes it easy to organize irrigation for the field and provides every stakeholder a way to maximize their results and peace of mind” he adds.

Mr. Lior Doron said, “NetBeat™ is the first irrigation management system with a brain. It combines a full solution of irrigation and fertigation control, monitoring and management together with smart Decision Support System crop models, interfaces to weather forecast and many other services and remote cloud access to the field from anywhere, anytime.”

“In light of today’s ever-increasing food and water security challenges, including dwindling precious resources and inefficient water usage, Netafim is proud to present NetBeat™ – the 1st irrigation system with a brain.” said Mr. Izhar Gilad

About Netafim

Netafim is the global leader in precision irrigation for a sustainable future. With 29 subsidiaries and 17 manufacturing plants worldwide, Netafim delivers innovative, tailor-made irrigation and fertigation solutions to millions of farmers, allowing smallholders to large-scale agricultural producers in over 110 countries to grow more with less. Founded in 1965, Netafim pioneered the drip revolution, creating a paradigm shift toward precision irrigation. Today, specializing in end-to-end solutions from the water source to the root zone, Netafim delivers turnkey irrigation and greenhouse projects, supported by engineering, project management and financing services. Netafim is also leading the way in digital farming, integrating real-time monitoring, analysis and automated control into one state-of-the-art system. Established in 1997, Netafim India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Netafim emerged as a leader in precision irrigation  solutions in the subcontinent. With 3 manufacturing plants in India, Netafim India brings sustainable prosperity to over 850,000 farming families.  See how Netafim’s solutions are changing the economics of agriculture and helping the world grow more with less at www.netafim.com.

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Friday, December 14, 2018

Atul and Rahul Kirloskar under SEBI Scanner for Insider Trading

Eight years ago, on 6 October 2010, some members of the Kirloskar family including Atul Kirloskar and Rahul Kirloskar had sold 13.5% of Kirloskar Brothers Limited shares worth about ₹275 crore before financial results were reported on 8 October 2010. In 2012, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) sent a letter to the company seeking transaction details.



Following this, Kirloskar Brothers Limited hired law firm AZB and Partners to conduct a forensic audit to verify allegations of insider trading. The audit found that few members of the Kirloskar Family, including the two brothers, mis-stated in a regulatory disclosure that they were not in possession of unpublished price-sensitive financial information while seeking clearance to sell Kirloskar Brothers shares. The code of conduct for promoters and other key management personnel requires them to take the board’s clearance before transacting in the company’s shares.



 “The financial performance of Kirloskar Brothers was discussed collectively by the promoter group individuals on a regular basis,” the AZB report said.

When AZB went through the pre-share sale clearance declaration, it found that the promoters had declared they did not possess any unpublished price-sensitive information at the time of share sale.

“However, while examining records of Kirloskar Group-Management Operating Board (KG-MOB), annual operating plan (AOP) and other relevant financial information circulated or discussed with the promoters or board of directors in meetings, it was found that financial performance of the company was discussed collectively by the promoter group on a regular/periodic basis. Contrary to the disclosure made by the promoter group individuals, the information could be constituted as price sensitive,” AZB said in its report.

Sebi norms for insider trading mandate that a share sale cannot be done while in possession of unpublished price-sensitive information or UPSI.

The audit report added that the relevant AOP providing forecasts for fiscal 2010-11 was circulated to the directors by the finance department of Kirloskar Brothers on 31 March 2010.

In response to media queries, a spokesperson for Atul and Rahul Kirloskar said: “As far as we are aware, no investigation is pending in respect of the said transaction undertaken in 2010.” The person added that they reserve legal rights on factually incorrect statements.

Sandeep Phadnis, associate vice president and head secretarial at Kirloskar Brothers declined to comment on the forensic audit, but added that they were unable to comment on any query at this stage as the issues are sub judice.

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

IBS Mumbai announces its Management Education Scope in India: Continues Successful Placements for Batch of 2019

Mumbai- November 29, 2018: ICFAI Business School, Mumbai has emerged as a top preference of those aspiring for a programme in Management and is rated among the best B-Schools in India, IBS Mumbai.
Distinguished for its perfect mix of knowledge and skills, IBS Mumbai prepares students for corporate careers. It provides state-of-the-art infrastructure at its expansive and beautiful campus of over one lakh square feet in the elite neighbourhood of Hiranandani Gardens Powai, Mumbai.
Over 50% of the group’s international placements happen at IBS Mumbai.  The IBS Mumbai Career Management Centre has a strong industry network and leads other B-Schools in placing its students in Insurance, BFSI, IT & ITES, Media and Entertainment, Digital Marketing, and other sectors.
Aiming at developing future leadership and global excellence, IBS Mumbai encourages students to share experiences, solve problems, take decisions, work in teams, take up live projects and organise events, develop entrepreneurial orientation and act as practicing managers while they study.
The two-year Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) has the best curriculum, course content and pedagogy.    Matching the learning needs and styles of the New-Age Student, IBS Mumbai provides student-friendly and futuristic learning platforms.
IBS Mumbai’s competent Faculty engage students in participative learning by blending technology in teaching. This enables the students to become specialists across functional areas and adapt to dynamic work environments.
“Students at IBS Mumbai learn to take critical decisions based on business considerations and ethical implications. This deepens the understanding of the key functional areas and strategic dimensions of management” says Prof. Y.K Bhushan Senior Advisor and Campus Head, IBS Mumbai.
“The placement team which brings new job profiles every year at IBS Mumbai is complemented by strong Academic Coordination, by offering electives such as Analytics, Insurance and Digital Marketing to prepare them for promising careers in these areas”, added Dr Pritee Saxena, Dy.Campus Head and Director, Placements, IBS Mumbai
The unique Summer Internship Programme gives the students a taste of corporate working life and exposes them to the rigor of a professional environment.  Students also work on live projects for corporates, which exposes them to various corporate practices well before they start their careers.
“Two Global Immersions Teams separately visited Germany, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, France and Netherlands to understand world class business operations by visiting organisations like Airbus, Audi, BMW and also networked by International B-Schools such as Essec Business School in Paris.  Visits to the Eiffel Tower and the Rhine Waterfall in Zurich helped them appreciate the beauty of the world through European heritage and culture” said Prof Hemant Purandare, Dean, Academics, IBS Mumbai
‘The Centre for Language Development”, a new learning facility at IBS Mumbai gives every student an opportunity to be proficient in English and strengthen their verbal ability.
IBS Mumbai is a leader in designing innovative Management Development Programmes for the industry some of which were –‘‘HR Analytics’ and ‘Labour Law Reforms’, said Dr Rita Rangnekar, Dean, Institution Building, IBS Mumbai
In April 2018,   IBS Mumbai hosted three International Conferences, 1st International HR Conference –
  • HR In Search of an Identity- Changing Business Models: Inroads made by Technology;
  • 2nd International Conference on Finance and Economics Issues and Implications in Corporate Consolidation
  • 3rd International Conference on Marketing – Refocusing Marketing- Issues, Trends and Challenges. International Speakers and Delegates.
IBS Mumbai has 23 student clubs which enable students to harness their leadership potential through fests, seminars and competitions. The IBS Mumbai Student Council  has organised a 5K Run with the theme- ‘Swasth Bharat’ at  Hiranandani,  Powai, in which corporates, students, residents and IBS alumni will run for the cause of health and well-being. Konflux the Annual Fest, continues to be a landmark event among B-School Fests.  ‘Kautilya’, the student driven Finance Club, functions like a mini-organisation with three verticals and its own mock-stock.
The IBS Mumbai Library:  “Sumantra Ghoshal Learning Centre”, with over 35519 books, journals, databases, films, digital resources and a plush reading lounge, providing an excellent environment for intellectual development.
The IBS Mumbai Campus is abuzz with Principals’ Meets and Faculty Development Programmes as well as health camps and social service drives. The IBS Mumbai Alumni meet regularly at Knowledge Sharing Programmes and Meets.    To continue its success story, IBS Mumbai now enthusiastically looks forward to bringing in the Batch of 2021.

Monday, December 3, 2018

Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi gears up for ‘the’ cake mixing of 2018 in style!


Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi has churned out something, which can only be called the right ingredient to make life a little tastier for this year. A cake mixing ceremony was held, which was special in many ways.

This ceremony marked the onset of Christmas festivities with rejoicing the liberty to be who you are. This grand affair was a carnival of ‘freedom to love’ and also beginning of the end of prejudices. It was a gala evening for everyone who love life and celebrate being loved every single day.

The event was graced by the prominent members of LGBTQ community of the city like Sonali Dalvi, Niki Ray and not to be missed, Ashish Chopra who emerged to be the 1st runner up of Mr. Gay World India Pageant 2018.

Speaking about the event, Pankaj Saxena, General Manager of Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi said, “As the year starts with its last lap of journey, it is the right time to do something special. We, therefore thought of celebrating the freedom of love and to be different every moment with this community,”

Donning chef caps and gloves, the guests along with the hotel staff joined in the spirit of cake mixing. The ceremony was followed by high tea and patrons loved every bite of smoked salmon with cream cheese, Mushroom with cheddar Wantons and Rainbow Gateaux. With hints of peaches and passion fruit, the guests also guzzled the exquisite coral pink wine ‘Brut Tropicale’ from the house of a leading wine producer in India, which has been awarded the ‘Best Indian Sparkling Wine’ and is also India’s first Blanc de Noir.

Expected to be an event of its own kind, the cake mixing ceremony comes at the time when everyone is busy making a list of resolutions for New Year. But Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi will only make it special by making sure that they usher this New Year in style with hope, happiness and harmony for 2019.


About Radisson Blu®

Radisson Blu® is an upper upscale hotel brand that delivers a positive and personalized service in stylish spaces. Characterized by attention to small details and a Yes I Can!SM service philosophy, Radisson Blu® hotels are designed to make a big difference and inspire unforgettable experiences with every stay. Through personalized service and local nuance, each stay at a Radisson Blu® hotel offers a truly individual guest experience. Radisson Blu® hotels are in major cities, key airport gateways and leisure destinations. Guests and professional business partners can enhance their experience with Radisson Blu® by participating in Radisson Rewards, a global loyalty program offering exceptional benefits and rewards.

Radisson Blu® is part of the Radisson Hotel Group which also includes Radisson Collection™, Radisson®, Radisson RED®, Park Plaza®, Park Inn® by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites® by Radisson and prizeotel.

For reservations and more information visit, www.radissonblu.com/en/hinjawadi


Saturday, December 1, 2018

Top 12 Finalists from Edify Chess Tournament to play with Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand

This unique tournament final will be held on 8th December 2018



Seven finalists have been selected from a unique chess tournament organised by Edify International School in association with Pune District Chess Association and the additional 5 will be selected from The Government Schools. All these 12 finalists will play with Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand on 8th December 2018 at Edify International School, Hinjawadi, Pune. 
This was the unique chess tournament for school student aged between 5 and 16 years. The preliminary rounds were held on November 17- 18, 2018, which witnessed around 486 participants from Pune. The top seven finalists selected for the finale are; Advait Patil, Kashish Jain, Shivraj Pingle, Jail Digambar, Nirgun Keval, Prem Mhetre, and Sahil Dhobale. Additional five will be selecting from the Government Schools. The top finalists will now get an opportunity to play against Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand in a 1: 12 match at EISP campus.
Ms. Priya Anand, Head of School said, “This will be the most unique opportunity for students of Pune as it gives them an experience to play with the Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand. Huge thanks to everyone who participated in this event. It was an exhilarating experience to compete with fellow competitors. Kudos to all the participants and we look forward to meeting all of them on the final event on Saturday, December 8th, 2018.”
The final event and the prize distribution ceremony will be held on the same day between 11.00 am – 1.00 pm. We at Edify International School Pune believe that a sport is the greatest teacher in developing the values of camaraderie, humility and teamwork.
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Bright Future partners with Cognizant Foundation’sTech4All program to ensure sustainable livelihoods for young women of marginalized communities in Pune

  ·        215 female aspirants registered in the first batch. ·        This is the 15 th operational center of Bright Future I Pune with...