The program aims to increase awareness on Diabetes prevention & Diabetes Management among the community
тАШDiabetes on WheelsтАЩ was flagged off by Dr J. Radhakrishnan, IAS, Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner
The specially equipped vehicle will travel across Chennai and its suburbs screening people for diabetes and creating awareness for 100 days at 100 locations
The program was launched at Dishoom Dishoom Diabetes- an annual expo by Kauvery Hospital for free diabetes screening and education.
Chennai, 17th December 2023:┬а Kauvery Hospital Main Alwarpet, unit of the Kauvery Group of Hospitals, launched the Diabetes on Wheels Program. A mobile van with a team of doctor, dietitian and a nurse will visit 100 locations in Chennai spread across 100 days to raise awareness on Diabetes and its prevention. The van was flagged off by Dr J. Radhakrishnan, IAS, Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner at the Dishoom Dishoom Diabetes program- an annual expo by Kauvery Hospital to raise awareness on Diabetes.┬а
Around 600 attendees of the expo benefited from free check-ups on Vitals, Random Blood Sugar, Lipid Profile, Foot Study, Diet Counseling, Physiotherapy counseling, Eye & Dental Check Up. Beyond health screenings, attendees explored stalls featuring diabetic-friendly foods, diet supplements, footwear, and various other diabetic care products.
Dr. K Baraneedharan, Senior Consultant Diabetologist, Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet speaking on the occasion said, тАЬDiabetes is a silent predator that thrives in the shadows of ignorance. Often-overlooked risk factors are obesity, sedentary lifestyle, genetics, age, and family history. The key to defeating diabetes lies in emphasizing its critical nature as a chronic disease. Dishoom Dishoom Diabetes is an effort in understanding and recognizing the early signs of Diabetes, and embracing a lifestyle that prevents its advances. This year the theme for World Diabetes Day was тАШKnow your risk know your responsibilityтАЩ, and on the same lines we have launched a community outreach program called тАШDiabetes on WheelsтАЩ. Through this program we aim to reach a wider population of Chennai, where we will inform and educate the public on diabetes- prevention and management. We will also urge the high risk individuals to get further investigations done through a subsidized price thus making it affordable and accessible for all.тАЭ
тАЬIndia has an estimated 77 million people (1 in 11 Indians) formally diagnosed with diabetes, which makes it the second most affected in the world.. One in six people (17%) in the world with diabetes is from India. With these alarming numbers, what we as healthcare providers strive to achieve is the prevention and management of Diabetes. An initiative such as this will help us reach people across different age groups and different sectors of the society. We aim to educate people on Diabetes and urge them to follow a healthy lifestyle,тАЭ says Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals.
The annual futsal tournament seeks to spotlight the resilience of refugees facing displacement from their homelands, fostering understanding and support.
Chennai, 09 December 2023 – CapitaLand InvestmentтАЩs wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), organized the sixth edition of its Futsaltournament,the Diplomatic Premier League. The tournament saw ChennaiтАЩs diplomatic community coming together for this yearтАЩs coveted title. The tournament was organized in association with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency. The trophy unveiling ceremony was attended by Ms Margriet Veenma, Deputy Chief Mission, UNHCR along with other distinguished figures from the diplomatic community. Speaking at the event, Vincent Miccolis, Managing Director, Middle East, Africa, Turkey, India The Ascott Limited said, тАЬIn the vibrant tapestry of sports, the Diplomatic Premier League weaves a story of diversity, diplomacy, and unity. As the consulates of nations and honorary consuls join hands with the UNHCR team, this tournament becomes a testament to the transformative power of sports, fostering inclusivity and promoting fitness and harmony. The tournament also presents a unique opportunity for the UN refugees to demonstrate their skills in this competition.тАЭ Commenting on the initiative, Ms Margriet Veenma, Deputy Chief Mission, UNHCR said: тАЬI am honored to witness the sixth edition of Diplomatic Premier League, a powerful convergence of sports and diplomacy orchestrated by The Ascott Limited. This event not only showcases the spirit of competition but also underscores the importance of unity and inclusivity, symbolized by the association with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. Through the language of sports, we celebrate diversity, resilience, and the shared commitment towards empowering the refugee community.тАЭ The primary goal of the Diplomatic Premier League (DPL) is to promote physical fitness and foster camaraderie among the diplomatic community based in Chennai. Furthermore, it aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by refugees who are forcibly displaced from their homelands. The event serves as a platform to shed light on the refugee crisis and encourages collaborative efforts to address these issues in the future. After an exciting competition amongst twelve teams from Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, Germany, Italy, Tamil Nadu Civil Services and UNHCR refugeeтАЩs team. This year UNHCR team were declared the champions of Diplomatic Premier League 2023 and Japan team secured the 1 st runner-up position followed by Italy as the 2nd runner-up. The event was cohosted by Dr. Yashwanth Honorary Consul El Salvador at Whistle Urban Sports Hub, Nungambakkam.
Chennai, 16 December 2023: Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS) has released the dates for HITSEEE, an online entrance examination for engineering programs and HITSCAT, an online entrance examination for Liberal Arts & Applied Sciences , Law, Management, Allied Health Sciences, Nursing and Pharmacy.
During the meet, Dr. S.N. Sridhara – Vice Chancellor, HITS announced the launch of HITS Admissions 2024 and opened up online applications to HITSEEE and HITSCAT 2024 on 16th December 2023. While addressing the gathering, he enthused on our illustrious university which has been accredited by National and International Agencies including NAAC A+, IET, NBA and more. The university continues to grow by leaps and bounds and currently we have 8 academic divisions offering over 100+ programmes across various domains and has recently introduced pharmacy, nursing and MBA in Aviation safety management programmes.
Dr. Alexander Jesudasan, Pro Vice Chancellor, HITS talked about the salient features of our University and its programmes. He also fondly remembered our founder Dr. K.C.G. Verghese whose vision was slowly turning into a reality with the advent of such programs and blossoming of the group into a big edifice. He also thanked the chancellor, Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese for being a pillar of strength and a force of support behind the successful launch of Admissions 2024.
HITSEEE (Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science Engineering Entrance Examination) aims to gauge the readiness of students for various engineering, architecture and design programmes at HITS. The HITSEEE online exams for the upcoming academic year will be held from 3rd May 2024 to 10th May 2024. The registration for the HITSEEE examinations commences from December 16th 2023 and closes on 29th April 2023. Rank Holders at national level in both HITSEEE and HITSCAT 2024 will be awarded with a 100% tuition fee waiver.
HITSCAT (Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science Common Aptitude Test) 2024, that is used to assess and shortlist applicants for Non-Engineering programmes is scheduled from May 20th and May 21st 2024. The HITSCAT 2024 registrations open from December 16th 2023 and closes on 13th May 2024. Numerous scholarships have been introduced by HITS to attract meritorious students from different walks of life and the University has been consistently providing scholarships totaling over 5 crores to deserving and meritorious students every year.
During the meet, Dr. Anand Jacob Varghese, Chancellor, HITS stated that “In recent years, HITS has experienced a significant increase in student enrollment, particularly in programmes related to emerging technologies. To meet the growing demands of technology, we continuously update our curriculum, resources, and enhance our facilities each academic year ensuring quality education to our students. We are also proud to share that our faculty includes globally recognized professors who have been ranked in the top 2% of scientists worldwide by Stanford University. He further highlighted the cutting edge infrastructure and research facilities available on the campus.
Mr. Ashok Verghese, Pro Chancellor of HITS, elaborated on the benefits of availing merit scholarships tailored for top-ranking candidates of HITSEEE and HITSCAT 2024. “These scholarships serve as a powerful incentive for students to excel, fostering both academic and personal growth. HITS, as a world-class institution, is dedicated to not only academic and research excellence but also the holistic development of students by encouraging co-curricular activities and participation in global competitionsтАЭ. He further emphasized, “Our commitment extends to developing state-of-the-art amenities and infrastructure, along with evolving the curriculum to align with developing trends and technologies. This ensures that our students receive an education that is not only cutting-edge but also relevant to the dynamic demands of the contemporary professional landscape.”