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Guwahati: Saksham (Samadrishti, Kshamata Vikas Evam Anusandhan Mandal) is a charitable national organization in collaboration with Dristi Netralaya has inaugurated a mobile eye clinic and a Dibyang Sewa Kendra at Dristi Netralaya in Dibrugarh on Tuesday.

Dr. Bhanu Saikia (Joint Director, NCPCR, Govt. of Assam) and Dr. Gauri Gogoi has inaugurated both the projects in Dibrugarh.

This is a first of its kind mobile eye clinic which can be used to provide free eye treatment in the far-flung rural areas of upper Assam region.

This service will also assist in furthering the corneal blindness control program of SAKSHAM in the region.

Besides, a Dibyang Sewa Kendra has also been launched during the same inauguration ceremony.

This Dibyang Kendra shall benefit the specially able persons in receiving various kinds of support such as processing Disability (UDID) card, dissemination of information on different government schemes, assistance for employment opportunities etc. the program was graced by many dignitaries and an interesting skit has also been played by Mancha Hilpa, Dibrugarh for generating awareness on eye donation.

Dr. Bhanu Saikia has stressed on eradication of avoidable blindness in upper Assam region and assured all possible help to Dristi Netralaya and SAKSHAM in their endeavour on blindness control.

Dr. Ramesh Aggarwalla has laid out the future vision of Dristi Netralaya in the sphere of blindness control.

Monuj Tamuli (State President, SAKSHAM) spoke on the activities of SAKSHAM in Assam since its inception in 2016.

He opined that SAKSHAM believe the specially able persons are not a burden on the society rather an asset of the nation provided the society utilise their skill for increasing the productivity of the country.

Dr. Gouri Gogoi, retired joint Director of health Tinsukia, Dr. Debojit Sinha and Jotirmoi Devi hosted programme. Shyamal Chakrabarty (State Treasurer, SAKSHAM) offered the vote of thanks.

Dr. Sinha and Devi have jointly hosted the program at Dristi Netralaya.

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Guwahati: INTACH Tripura chapter and citizens of the state of Tripura strongly condemned the use of the erstwhile Durbar Hallat Ujjayanta Place state museum for hosting of the recent G-20 summit dinner on April 3.

“Many persons are not aware but an official dinner was hosted at the Ujjayanta Palace Durbar Hall for a few top delegates. As the name indicates, the Durbar Hall was not merely a room but a historical and sacred place, and has been held dearly, is close to the people of the State and been respected for over 122 years, by one and all. It was used for the Coronation/ Installation ceremony of the Rulers of Tripurawhich were religious in nature and for important, official purposes and never entertainment or dining,” stated Pragya Deb Burman, state convenor of INTACH Tripura.

He said, “Even when the Ujjayanta Palace was used as the State Assembly building in the past, prior to becoming the State Museum, it was used for official purposes by the respected speaker. Unfortunately, the identity of the Durbar Hall is being tarnished now by the State Government and this has shocked us. On the one hand, they speak of respecting our centuries old Indian culture, the visionary Maharajas and our rich historic past but on the other hand, discrete parties are held- such hypocrisy must be known and be condemned by the people,”.

“It seems that the dinner was to be hosted in a 5 Star hotel but the authorities suddenly decided that the Durbar Hall should be used for the entertainment of the delegates. I am sharing photographs and am sure the people of the State who have respected this magnificent sanctum in the Palace will agree and voice their displeasure. The horribly placed statue where the throne used to be and gaudy dining arrangement in the Hall is insulting and shows disrespect for our Heritage and customary, religious practices and rites,” Deb Burman stated.

He further added, “I sincerely hope that this sacred space will not be converted in the future into a party or dining room and will be preserved and revered as it used to be in the past,”.

“There were plans by the Museum authorities to recreate the Durbar Hall with a replica of the Throne/ Chaturdala, for the purpose of educating our fellow citizens but with this disrespectful attitude, we fear the worst and ask the State Government of Tripura to honour our historic spaces and give it the dignity it deserves. I am sure there are several hotels and open spaces in Tripura where such events could have taken place but we must not misuse power and change the status and sacredness of certain religious and historic places,” he stated.

Deb Burman further added, “I would like to make an appeal to the Government of Tripura and their Departments to respect the sentiments of the various communities, minorities and religious customs of the people of Tripura before randomly deciding or holding of events in such historic places,”.

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New Delhi (India), April 5: Cricket fans have a reason to cheer as FairPlay, India’s leading gaming platform, has announced that it will be offering free live streaming of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season. Fans can also enjoy playing online games on the same platform, making it a one-stop shop for sports and gaming enthusiasts.

The Indian Premier League is one of the most popular cricket tournaments in the world, attracting millions of viewers each year. With FairPlay’s announcement, cricket fans can watch their favourite teams battle it out on the field without any charges.

Fairplay also provides a special 300% first deposit incentive and a 5% loss-back bonus for each IPL game.

The announcement of free live streaming of IPL 2023 is expected to attract even more users to the platform. Cricket fans can now enjoy their favourite sport and play online games on the same platform, making it a one-of-a-kind experience.
Sports news and updates platform and a new entrant in the Fantasy gaming category, FairPlay News, has launched the ‘Khel Ja’ campaign.
The campaign brings together Indian Olympians MC Mary Kom and Saina Nehwal, actors Ranbir Kapoor and Kiara Advani, and international cricketers Mithali Raj, Sunil Narine, and Eoin Morgan.

“We are thrilled to offer free live streaming of IPL 2023 to our users,” said a spokesperson for FairPlay. “We believe that our platform provides a unique and immersive experience for sports and gaming enthusiasts alike. Fans can focus on what they love – cricket and gaming.”

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New Delhi (India), April 5: Children in India will soon experience the world’s first-ever mantra-singing Hindu-inspired toy brand, Modi Toys – a perfect blend of entertainment and education — launched by siblings Avani Modi Sarkar and Viral Modi. Applying a modern spin on ancient ethos, Modi Toys wants children to stay connected to their roots through their mantra-singing Hindu soft toys and corresponding books.

Nearly five years after successfully launching in the USA, the founders are now announcing their foray into the Indian market as they introduce Modi Toys to the very country that inspired their entrepreneurial journey. Co-founder of the homebound startup, Avani, says, “Viral and I were born and raised in India and moved to the USA over 30 years ago. But thanks to our parents’ upbringing, we’ve always remained fully immersed in our culture. But when we became parents ourselves, we saw a severe gap in the market for culturally representative toys reflective of our Hindu roots. We wanted to raise our kids with the same sense of connection and appreciation towards their culture, which inspired us to start Modi Toys. We have tens of thousands of customers around the world, but nothing gives us more pride than now seeing families in India embrace our products.”

Avani adds, “Making our products educational and meaningful was just as important as keeping them fun and simple because our toys and books serve as a gateway to sparking children’s curiosity. The more accessible our toys are, the more likely kids are to play with them.”

Modi Toys takes pride in the fact that all of its operations, from ethical production to packaging, are 100% Made In India. The company’s commitment to local production not only supports local artisans but ensures the highest standards of quality and sustainability.

Viral Modi, the co-founder of Modi Toys, said, “In addition to our attention to detail and craftsmanship, Modi Toys has taken steps to adopt more sustainable practices across its operations, including its supply chain, packaging, and waste management. Our toys are made from eco-friendly materials, and we hope to leave this world a better place for children.”

The brand is dedicated to making measurable social change and is launching multiple collections, including plush toy figures of Baby Ganesh, Baby Hanuman, Baby Krishna, Saraswati Devi, Durga Devi, Laxmi Devi, and the Shhhanti Musical Crib Mobile – celebrating and promoting the beauty and depth of Hindu culture and theology.

About Modi Toys
Modi Toys is an award-winning modern brand of children’s toys and books inspired by ancient Hindu culture. Founded by two siblings, Modi Toys has delivered smiles to over 80,000 people across 38 countries. Modi Toys seeks to spark curiosity in children about their Indian heritage. Its unique and high-quality collection of plush toys and rhyming books helps create a sense of wonder as children learn about the stories and qualities of the Hindu gods and goddesses. Modi Toys has received widespread recognition in the USA, where it first launched in 2018, by winning prestigious awards like the Good Housekeeping Best Toys Award and Parents Best Toys Award, and has also been recognized as Forbes Next 1000, Inc Female Founder 100, and Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist.

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A Greener Landscape: Nature Living is the Way Ahead

The eco-luxurious initiative by Green Panther Properties promises an authentic farmhouse experience on the bank of the 70-meter-wide Narmada Canal near Ahmedabad.

New Delhi (India), April 5: The idea of putting sustainability and luxury together, even in a sentence, is highly unconventional. That’s because, with the advent of the modern farmhouse age, we have lost touch with the true essence of luxury that’s rooted in nature.

The typical farmhouse experience attaches the sentiment of luxury to over-the-top recreational facilities like Golf courses and Jacuzzis. It fails to capture the gracious riches of nature, waiting to be explored, and the accompanying affluence of sustainability.

But the forward-thinking team at Green Panther Properties is actively challenging the notion of modern luxury with its elegant eco-luxury villa project near Ahmedabad.

Their solution? An authentic farmhouse experience as lavish as it is sustainable. It’s an oasis where one can seek the true essence of luxury in the clean air they breathe, the organic food they grow, and the blissful nature they retreat into.

A Greener Landscape: Nature Living is the Way Ahead

Located on the bank of Narmada Canal in Kadi, GPP ONE is built on the virtuous principles of sustainability and co-existence. At the same time, it also delivers on the luxury aspect of the farmhouse experience and quite graciously at that.

“While the main focus is on promoting and enabling sustainable living, the luxury element adds to the farmhouse experience we’re aiming to cultivate”, explained Mr. Rao.

So, what exactly makes this villa project near Ahmedabad more eco-friendly than its contemporaries? For starters, it is the first project in Gujarat to be 100% powered by solar energy. GPP ONE is estimated to harvest up to 350 KW of solar energy at the project and individual villa levels.

More interestingly, their solution for domestic water supply is just as innovative as it is sustainable. Instead of a water pump assigned to each nature villa, GPP ONE houses one communal borewell that is also powered by solar energy. Further, the availability of a 24-meter-tall water tank inside the project will ensure adequate storage and high-pressure water flow via gravity and not electricity. Put simply, water and electricity are technically free at GPP ONE. The project also has provisions for a dozen percolation wells to help replenish groundwater levels via rainwater harvesting.

“But the goal is more than just the judicious use of natural resources. GPP ONE serves the ultimate purpose of giving nature and its dweller’s equal space to live, breathe, and evolve”, clarified Mr. Rao.

The director has diligently put his words into action as GPP ONE maintains a green-to-grey ratio of 9:1 in its landscape and architecture. In fact, the entire project is engulfed in a wide variety of local flora and water bodies, essentially serving as an ecosystem for various species of fauna to thrive.

One of the more important ways that sustainability is incorporated at this eco-luxury villa project near Ahmedabad is that it allows the residents to grow their own food. With the provision of Poly-net Houses at the villa level, GPP ONE complements the joy of farming with the immunity of naturally grown, organic food.

But how does the luxury quotient factor into all of it?

Bespoke Nature Villas That Extend a Nature Living Experience Unique to Each Resident

GPP ONE enhances the nature living experience with luxury villas that cater to the unique needs of its residents. Each ‘House of Life’, as monikered by its founder, is set on an expansive canvas averaging 2,000 square-yard-plot where residents are given the artistic freedom to design the villa as per their preferences.

“Yes, every eco-resident gets to design their villa as they wish. It can range from a 1 BHK quaint nature house for a solo experience to a 3 BHK nature family home. Also, each bespoke nature villa can be equipped with the facility of opt-in and opt-out amenities”, added Mr. Amit Rao

At the project level, GPP ONE hosts a range of communal amenities. Perhaps the major center of attraction is the Earth Ship, its flagship clubhouse. Additional recreational amenities include indoor games, a yoga deck, a multi-sports court, and more to underscore its authentic farmhouse experience.

A New Benchmark for Sustainability in Residential Real Estate

Indeed, Green Panther Properties is sparing no effort in promoting the ideologies of sustainability and co-existence. And in doing so, they’ve already set lofty benchmarks in residential real estate. GPP ONE is the first-ever villa project in Ahmedabad that 100% relies on the Sun on its energy needs. Their goal of maintaining a green-to-grey ratio of 9:1 also culminates in the entire project being 90% covered in greenery.

Interestingly, the location of GPP ONE is also not a throw of the dice. The project is strategically erected on the banks of the 70-meter-wide Narmada Canal, just 3 minutes out from Kadi Dam. Additionally, the popular Thol Lake and Bird Sanctuary is also located just 15 minutes from the site. But what truly sets it apart is the fact that it is covered by water bodies on 3 sides and dense forests on the fourth end.

Also, GPP ONE is designed in adherence to the PLATINUM RATING by IGBC (Indian Green Building Council) and is currently in the process of seeking official certification.

Green Panther Properties indeed sets an important stage for luxury and sustainability to thrive in the homes of today and tomorrow. Their first eco-luxury endeavor, GPP ONE, might just serve as the pragmatic inspiration for lush life that’s supported by eco-friendly practices.

To know more about Green Panther Properties and their project GPP ONE, visit www.greenpanther.in or and give a call at +91 93888 88826.

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New Delhi (India), April 5: Cricket fans have a reason to cheer as FairPlay, India’s leading gaming platform, has announced that it will be offering free live streaming of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season. Fans can also enjoy playing online games on the same platform, making it a one-stop shop for sports and gaming enthusiasts.

The Indian Premier League is one of the most popular cricket tournaments in the world, attracting millions of viewers each year. With FairPlay’s announcement, cricket fans can watch their favourite teams battle it out on the field without any charges.

Additionally, Fairplay Offers a special 300% first deposit bonus & 5% loss-back bonus in every IPL Match.

The announcement of free live streaming of IPL 2023 is expected to attract even more users to the platform. Cricket fans can now enjoy their favourite sport and play online games on the same platform, making it a one-of-a-kind experience.

“We are thrilled to offer free live streaming of IPL 2023 to our users,” said a spokesperson for FairPlay. “We believe that our platform provides a unique and immersive experience for sports and gaming enthusiasts alike. Fans can focus on what they love – cricket and gaming.”

Of course, online sports betting can be a risky business, and it is important to gamble responsibly. That’s why Fairplay has a number of measures in place to help you stay in control of your betting. For example, you can set deposit limits to ensure that you don’t spend more than you can afford, and you can also set time limits on your sessions to ensure that you don’t spend too much time betting. Additionally, Fairplay has a dedicated customer support team that is available to help you with any questions or concerns you may have.

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5: If you want to get excellent protection from the formation of cracks at different joints and conduits, then Jogani Reinforcement’s latest innovative offering in the form of Alkali Resistant fiber glass mesh can be your best affordable solution.

Jogani Fiber Glass Mesh is a ground-breaking and highly flexible reinforcement material that has been catching the attention of industry experts and professionals for its extraordinary flexibility, lightweight, high tensile strength, durability and compatibility with all construction materials and admixtures. Moreover, this reinforced engineering fabric has good chemical stability and gives excellent protection in conditions with variances of precipitation and temperature or under considerable mechanical/seismic stress.

Jogani Reinforcement, the leading construction- focussed and reinforcement products company, with the release of its High tensile strength glass fiber plaster mesh range in India, now eyes to capturing the expanding plaster mesh market in domestic and abroad. For its varied application, Jogani Fiber Glass Mesh is also becoming more popular in multiple industries such as construction, geotechnical engineering, civil infrastructure, aerospace, automotive, marine, decorative, and craft applications.

The plaster mesh is coated with an alkali-resistant acrylic copolymer, manufactured from fiber glass yarn and using ARACC Technology, plus the leno weaving method. The Company designed and offered the neatly woven, crisscross pattern of fiberglass mesh with exceptional mechanical and waterproofing properties, including resistance to corrosion, high tensile strength, and low weight. The product is a proven simple solution for controlling cracks in construction joints, concealed areas, and all types of waterproofing.

To explain the rising demand for Plaster mesh, the CEO of Jogani Reinforcement, Mr Mahesh Kumar, says, “Increasing demand for affordable and energy-efficient housing, coupled with the growing urbanization trend, has made customers use numerous reinforcement products for Construction Joints Reinforcement, Structural Repair and Rehabilitation, Crack Control and Durability Improvement. Our brand’s mission is to provide economical and user-friendly solutions to high-quality residential and commercial construction in India. The reason we have curated a suite of product catalogues made from PVA, Carbon, Basalt, AR Glass, and natural fibres having huge potential for engineering and reinforcement use.” The Jogani Group runs on a research and innovation strategy that allows them to address the market’s needs, anticipate future needs and shorten development time for new economical offerings.

The impressive results of Jogani Reinforcement Fiber Glass Mesh during plastering, wall reinforcement and building waterproofing to prevent cracking of the plaster are making the Group the market leader in fiber glass mesh. Jogani Reinforcement offers fiber glass mesh in a temper-proof packaging box first time in India. Available in multiple sizes and specifications, Jogani fiber glass mesh can be applied easily as its cuts effortlessly and lies flat. Apart from reducing the overall maintenance cost of construction, the easy-to-use plaster mesh won’t discolour your render and act as a solid barrier against pests.

Jogani Reinforcement can be contacted on whatsapp @ +91 9107 690 690 and on the website www.joganireinforcement.com.

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New Delhi (India), April 5: The leading AI-powered online student platform MSM Unify and ETS, the world’s largest educational assessment organization, announced today the signing of a collaborative agreement that aims to help increase educational access for more students across the globe. The agreement allows test takers in 11 countries increased access to the TOEFL iBT® exam.

MSM Unify and ETS’s strategic partnership will allow more students the ability to achieve their study abroad goals and advance their English-language proficiency skills via greater access to the TOEFL iBT exam as part of the higher education admissions process. This collaboration also allows students access to exclusive discounts on TOEFL iBT test prep courses, study materials, and additional support services.

“We are pleased to be able to formalize this collaboration with the MSM Unify team to expand access to ETS’s TOEFL iBT exam for students on their study abroad journeys,” said Chris Draper, Vice President and COO, Assessment Services at ETS. “As we continue to strategically and thoughtfully expand our new Assessment Services division at ETS, it is partnerships like these that allow us to both deliver on our mission as well as meet more students where they are with our assessments and educational solutions.”

MSM Unify will bring ETS’s products and services to its student community to give them more access to tools to help them improve their English language skills. As an online student marketplace, MSM Unify has been helping students submit their qualifications and certifications to be successful in their studies. In addition, MSM Unify’s services can assist students in searching for and applying to preferred programs, identifying career choices, and transitioning to life abroad.

“This partnership with ETS to bring a gold-standard English language testing solution to the wider market is yet another show of our commitment at MSM Unify to serve the 360-degree international student journey,” said Avinav Sharma, Head of Strategy at MSM Unify. “As an online student marketplace, collaborating with market leaders like ETS seals our mission to help students present the right qualifications and certifications to apply, qualify, and succeed in their chosen academic environment.”

ETS’s mission to expand quality and equity in education worldwide is directly aligned to the work MSM Unify has been undertaking for many years in supporting students across the globe. Access to discounts on the TOEFL iBT exam will be available to students in the following 11 countries: India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Vietnam, Philippines, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and Brazil.

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Shri Sunil Patwari, Chairman – TEXPROCIL

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5: Welcoming the New Foreign Trade Policy 2023, Shri Sunil Patwari, Chairman, TEXPROCIL said “The FTP 2023 provides continuity with a responsive framework and progressive, growth oriented and in the right direction”.

One of the key highlights of the FTP 2023, Shri Patwari said, is that the FTP has no end date with allowance provided for any dynamic or real time amendments. He also added that other Policy features like moving from incentives to remission, focussing on Export Promotion through collaboration with exporters, states, districts and Indian Missions, promoting ease of doing business and emphasising on emerging areas like e-commerce and export hubs will provide necessary relief to the exporters who are badly hit due to the various disruptions in the economic activities.

The FTP has further introduced the New Amnesty Scheme for one-time settlement of defaults in export obligation by Advance and EPCG authorisation holders. The Government’s approach to bring digitization of applications related to Advance Authorisation/EPCG/DFIA/Import & Export Licensing, automatic system-based approvals of applications, reduction of application fee for Advance Authorisation & EPCG Schemes for MSMEs will improve the ease of doing business and reduce transaction costs for exporters and thus provide a renewed thrust for new growth areas.

He also welcomed the decision of the Government in revising the export performance threshold as it will ensure higher recognition and brand image for Status Holders and reduce transaction cost incurred by the exporters.

Shri Patwari also said that the move to make Indian rupee a global currency and allowing international trade settlement in the domestic currency will help in internationalizing the Indian currency in the long run. To boost merchanting activity from India, provision for merchanting trade has been introduced under FTP which will make India a trade hub. The FTP benefits have been extended to e-commerce exports, which are estimated to grow to USD 200-300 billion by 2023.

Though there are many initiatives in the FTP 2023 that are positive and in the right direction  addressing many of the issues faced by exporters, there are still some areas that need to be addressed immediately to promote exports of cotton textiles.

Shri Patwari urged the Government for enhancing the time period for availing Pre & Post Shipment Credit to exporters, removal of import duty on Raw Cotton, re-instatement of Interest Equalization Scheme to original levels of 3% for 410 items and 5% SME units along with cotton yarns and fibres, increase in RoDTEP rates for certain categories of made-up products (Home Textiles) falling under Chapter 94 and extend the facility of duty-free imports of trimmings, embellishments and other specified items to exporters of made-ups.

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