India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) announces India’s first start up competition focused on energy storage, electric vehicles & charging infrastructure and micro-grid

 ~Start up pitch competition and innovation pavilion will be at Energy Storage India (ESI) 2018~

~Supported by StartUpIndia (DIPP, Govt. of India Initiative), Mumbai Angel Network, TiE-Delhi-NCR, Sangam Venture and Global Energy Storage Alliance (GESA)~

~Startups will get a chance to win attractive prize worth Rs 5 lakh~

NewsPatrolling.com (Media partnered with Niryas.com): India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA), India’s leading alliance on energy storage, today announced India’s first start up competition focused on energy storage, electric vehicles & charging infrastructure and micro-grids. The startup pitch competition and innovation pavilion will be at Energy Storage India (ESI) 2018 during Jan 10-12 in New Delhi. The competition is supported by Startup India (DIPP, Govt. of India Initiative), Mumbai Angel Network, TiE-Delhi-NCR, Sangam Venture and Global Energy Storage Alliance (GESA).

ESI is the leading international conference and expo addressing the need for energy storage, micro-grids & EV solutions in India. It provides first-class networking event to drive energy storage market expansion in profitable applications – highlighting the synergies, inter-relationships and new business opportunities for transmission, distribution, customer-sited, micro-grids/campuses and e-mobility applications. ESI 2018 will also feature Innovation pavilion to showcase next gen products and solutions from startup companies.

To enter the competition, start-up companies having annual revenue <Rs 3.25 crore ($ 0.5ml) and operations of < 5 years can submit the start-up details in 500 words by 30^th December 2017. Shortlisted companies have to submit 5 slide presentation by 8^th January 2018 and the top 3 winners will get complimentary IESA membership for a year.

Process of the competition

·         Application form submission by 30^th December 2017

·         Shortlisted companies will be informed by 2^nd January 2018

·         Up to 10 shortlisted companies will present their concept at the Investors Forum on 11^th January 2018 at ESI2018.

·         Top 3 companies will receive IESA awards with cash prize and expression of interest from investors

Dr. Rahul Walawalkar, Executive Director, Indian Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) says, “We are excited to announce first of its kind startup competition for the Indian startups in energy storage space. Today, India has more startups than before and is on the cusp of transformation. Certain challenges are faced by them due to limited direction and access. With this competition we want to bridge the gap using IESA network and I invite the Indian entrepreneurs to take advantage of this opportunity. We are thankful to Startup India and other partners for their support to us.”

“India is anticipated to become one of the best markets for the adoption of energy storage technologies due to several drivers like the fastest growing economy, increasing share of renewables, transmission constraints, need for providing 24*7 quality power and electric mobility mission. IESA has set a mission to also make India a global hub for innovation and manufacturing of advanced energy storage, micro grids and EV technologies by 2020”, he further added.

Government of India has clearly decided to prioritize electric vehicles with a goal of having 100% Electric Vehicles (EVs) by 2030.Energy Storage is a key component of this and there are number of ways in which EV adoption could be transformative for the grid. With better tariff structures and use of right storage technologies in EVs, one could also use EVs as distributed storage and provide grid balancing services. This transformation will not only help in greening the transportation fleet by reducing diesel/petrol consumption and associated emissions, but will also help in greening the grid if EVs are used for better integration of renewable resources in grid.Many Indian automobiles companies have plans to adopt EV’s.

The 5th International Conference & Expo on Energy Storage and Microgrids  is scheduled from January 11 – 12, 2018 along with Pre – Conference Workshops on January 10, 2018 2018 at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, India. Shri Suresh Prabhu, Honourable Minister for Industry and Commerce will be inaugurating the conference & exhibition. Mr. RV Deshpande, Minister of Large and Medium Scale Industries and Infrastructure Development, Govt. of Karnataka (First state to release electric vehicle and energy storage policy in India) will be the keynote speaker for electric vehicle session. This year, it is poised to get 2000+ industry experts, 100+ speakers from over 25 countries and 50+ exhibitors.

For details visit: http://www.esiexpo.in/index.php/innovation

Problems related to sex can very well be handled with Yoga—scholars point out

NewsPatrolling.com (Media partnered with Confirmtkt.com/train-running-status/) - “Problems related to sex can very well be handled with Yoga”, four scholars at the Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Ayurveda and Hospital in Karnataka (India) point out in a review article “Yogic Intervention in Sexual Dysfunction” published in Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences.

It concluded: By regular practice of Yoga, Pranayama, Bandhas and Mudra the person will awaken the Kundalini Shakti in him which eases the flow of Prana Vayu all over the body resulting in good physical and mental stability by which most of the sexual dysfunctions get reduced.

This review indicates: In the domain of sexual response, Yoga has also been touted as a method for...enhancing erectile capacity, extending the longevity of intercourse and fundamentally, of enhancing sexual pleasure.

The scholars in this review describe sexual dysfunction or sexual malfunction as: the difficulty experienced by an individual or couple during any stages of normal sexual activity, which includes physical pleasure, desire, arousal and orgasm; and adds that causes can be physical and psychological. Sexual dysfunctions in men are listed as: erectile dysfunction, ejaculation problems, low libido; and sexual dysfunctions in women are given as: vaginal dryness, difficulty achieving orgasm, dysperunia.

Under yogic interventions, it lists ten asanas: Ardha Matsyendrasana, Paschimottanasana, Siddasana, Baddakonasana, Garudasana, Setubhandasana, Halasana, Pavanamuktasana, Supta Vajrasana, Shavasana. One specific practice in Yoga, the Moola Bandha, bears particular promise in the treatment of sexual problems, especially for women..., it adds.

The scholars involved with this study included: Rakshith K. R., Shivakumar, Kaushal Sinha and Vijeth Kumar L. A.  They propose future research avenues focusing on Yoga as a treatment for sexual disorder.

Meanwhile, distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, called this review looking into usage of yoga in treating/reducing sexual dysfunctions “a step in the positive direction”. Zed urged all major world educational institutions and hospitals to explore various benefits yoga offered.

Yoga, referred as “a living fossil”, was a mental and physical discipline, for everybody to share and benefit from, whose traces went back to around 2,000 BCE to Indus Valley civilization, Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, noted.

Rajan Zed further said that yoga, although introduced and nourished by Hinduism, was a world heritage and liberation powerhouse to be utilized by all. According to Patanjali who codified it in Yoga Sutra, yoga was a methodical effort to attain perfection, through the control of the different elements of human nature, physical and psychical.

According to US National Institutes of Health, yoga may help one to feel more relaxed, be more flexible, improve posture, breathe deeply, and get rid of stress. According to a “2016 Yoga in America Study”, about 37 million Americans (which included many celebrities) now practice yoga; and yoga is strongly correlated with having a positive self image.  Yoga was the repository of something basic in the human soul and psyche, Zed added.

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Producer D. Vasu Begins His New Innings in Bollywood

NewsPatrolling.com (Media partnered with Niryas.com): Life is a full of surprises. We are rarely ever able to wrap our heads around the way life happens to us. D Vasu hails from a humble background and he started off his life as a diamond polisher. Having spent many years in refining the precious stones, Vasu moved on to Real Estate business. He is a man of virtue and lived by the idea of striving to attain success in whatever task he took up.

Being a creative man by nature, he was always inclined towards storytelling. He enjoyed watching movies and was equally keen at making films of his own. After having tried his hands on a variety of career options, he has finally decided to delve into the field of creativity by making films. His first venture ‘Game Over’ has gone on to become a smash hit and is running successfully across the country.

He also produced the film, ‘Strawberry Point’, a solo character-driven thriller film that promises to keep its audience at the edge of their seats. He has a keen interest in the story development process, works very closely with his creative team and shapes each story keeping the target audience in mind. 

Vasu’s latest film is evident to his movie-making prowess and gives us a fair glimpse of his talent in this field. He is truly exhibiting the skill of honing new talents in this film industry just like he polished out new precious diamonds earlier in his career. Without a doubt, he has an eye to recognize true talent. Here’s hoping Vasu has yet another successful run in his new venture and career with Strawberry Point available in Hindi and English both.

Walmart halts sale of Lord Ganesh doll within 24 hours of Hindu protest

Newspatrolling.com (Media partnered with confirmtkt.com/train-running-status) : “World’s largest retailer” Walmart abruptly stopped the sale of “Ganesh Plush Doll” from Walmart.com within less than 24 hours after Hindus protested, calling it “highly inappropriate”.

“Ganesh Plush Doll”, earlier selling for $18.94 at Walmart.com, now shows up as “This item is no longer available”, when a customer tries to purchase it online. 

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, who spearheaded the protest asking for withdrawal of this objectionable product, in a statement in Nevada today, thanked Walmart for understanding the concerns of Hindu community which thought that marketing Lord Ganesh as a plush doll was trivializing and insensitive.

Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, however, pointed out that they were still waiting for a formal apology from Walmart CEO Doug McMillon and Walmart Board Chairman Gregory B. Penner to the Hindu community.

Rajan Zed suggested that Walmart and other companies should send their senior executives for training in religious and cultural sensitivity so that they had an understanding of the feelings of customers and communities when introducing new products or launching advertising campaigns.

Zed had said that Lord Ganesh was highly revered in Hinduism and was meant to be worshipped in temples or home shrines and not to be thrown loosely around on the floor, bathrooms, cars, etc.; or hit by feet; or squeezed; or used as a pillow or play ball. Inappropriate usage of Hindu deities or concepts for commercial or other agenda was not okay as it hurt the devotees.

Hinduism was the oldest and third largest religion of the world with about 1.1 billion adherents and a rich philosophical thought and it should not be taken frivolously. Symbols of any faith, larger or smaller, should not be mishandled, Rajan Zed had noted.

Zed had pointed out that in Hinduism, Lord Ganesh had been worshipped as god of wisdom and remover of obstacles and was invoked before the beginning of any major undertaking; but now Walmart said in product description that “now he's also the god of cuddliness” because of their Ganesh Plush Doll (which Walmart listed as “Religious Novelty” and “Funny Gift”).

Moreover, it was saddening for the devotees to see Lord Ganesh reduced as a toy in the form of a plush doll under the mercy of the owner, while in reality the believers put the destinies of themselves in the hands of their deities; Rajan Zed had indicated.

Walmart, headquartered in Bentonville (Arkansas, USA), whose tagline is “Save money. Live better.”, claims to be a “worldwide household name” with about 11, 700 stores and whose fiscal year 2017 revenue was about $486 billion. Walmart.com claims to have over 1,000,000 products available online.

Shah Rukh Khan announces the 63rd Jio Filmfare Awards 2018!

Shah Rukh Khan to host the Jio Filmfare Awards 2018

The Black Lady in its 63^rd edition joins hands with COLORS 

The prestigious award ceremony will be held on 20^th January, 2018

Best influencer marketing platform - NewsPatrolling.com : The coveted Black Lady is all set to mesmerize the stars of Bollywood once again as Filmfare announced the arrival of 63^rd Jio Filmfare Awards 2018 on 20^th January, 2018 atDOME@NSCI SVP Stadium. The date was revealed in the presence of Mr. Deepak Lamba, CEO – Worldwide Media, Jitesh Pillaai, Editor – Filmfare and superstar and the host of 63^rd Jio Filmfare Awards 2018, Shah Rukh Khan. At the conference, Jio Filmfare Awards also announced joining hands with COLORS as the exclusive telecast partner.

The 63^rd Jio Filmfare Awards 2018 will honour artists whose dedication and hard work led to some of the most memorable performances and films on celluloid in 2017. The event will bring together the who’s who of the film industry and promises to create new benchmarks with a spectacular award show. The extravaganza is all set to deliver yet another memorable night of entertainment with the king of hearts Shah Rukh Khan hosting the event.

Speaking on this auspicious occasion, Mr. Deepak Lamba – CEO, Worldwide Media said, "We are happy to announce the latest edition of 63rd Jio Filmfare Awards 2018. Last year, Filmfare took few big steps in strengthening its foothold and expand its reach on the digital platform with strategic associations with Facebook, twitter etc. This year as well, we aim to set a new benchmark by reaching out to our patrons using television as well as digital platforms. We are also delighted to announce Colors as our exclusive television partners. We promise to continue to offer the best in entertainment awards and bring Bollywood’s biggest stars under one roof for the celebration of the best of Hindi cinema in the year gone by. Considering the response and admiration received for Filmfare Short Films Awards, we are excited to announce its return this year.”

Speaking at the press conference, actor and the host of 63^rd Jio Filmfare Awards 2018, Shah Rukh Khan said, “I thank Filmfare and Jitesh for having me here and otherwise too. When I was growing up in Delhi, I used to watch Filmfare in bits and pieces on Doordarshan and since then I had this desire of being at a place where people shower me with love. The feeling of watching the stars receive the Black Lady was overwhelming and enticing and I hoped to be there some day. As the years have gone by my desire has still remained the same. I have always been associated with Filmfare in some way or the other and there is no reason to not be on Filmfare.”

Commenting on this latest acquisition, said Raj Nayak, COO - Viacom18, "What a happy ending to 2017 as we welcome the iconic black lady into the COLORS family. The black lady is perhaps the most recognizable award in the country and we are proud to enhance its glory by putting it on India's fastest growing entertainment Channel, COLORS. The rich history of Filmfare makes it the most sought-after awards in the entertainment industry; the addition of which to our bouquet of offerings will make our channel the Mecca of entertainment for the viewers.”

Taking forward the legacy of honouring the best of talent, Filmfare is back with the Jio Filmfare Short Film Awards 2018. After the phenomenal success of the first edition, Filmfare is all set to honour upcoming talent with the coveted lady on the same evening as part of the main ceremony.

The 63^rd Jio Filmfare Awards will be telecast exclusively on COLORS in the New Year.

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Hindus welcome “Meditation Room” at Milwaukee Airport

NewsPatrolling.com / Glamourtreat.com : Hindus have welcomed the reported launching of “Interfaith Meditation Room” at General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee.

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that having a “meditation room” at the Milwaukee Airport was a step in the positive direction. It would help infuse spirituality into the atmosphere of this important airport and would provide a place for reflection and prayer for passengers, employees, visitors, and others using the airport.

Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, pointed out that prayer/worship to God was highly important in Hinduism, oldest and third largest religion of the world with about 1.1 billion adherents. He hoped that this new facility would prove helpful to the Hindus travelling through Milwaukee Airport to meet their daily worship rituals/rites; which might include recitation of texts, repetition of mantras and dhayan (meditation).

Rajan Zed indicated that Milwaukee Airport should also seriously consider providing “yoga room” for the passengers if it wanted to help reduce their stress levels and be a “world-class” airport. Many international airports already have yoga spaces.

Zed urged all major airports across the world to make a provision for sacred space in the shape of “meditation/prayer room” and a “yoga room”. Many airports reportedly already do have multi-faith meditation/prayer-rooms.

Purpose of this meditation room is stated as: “to provide designated space at Micthell International Airport for private meditation, prayer and public worship services for travelers and employees or interested persons of all faiths”. Ruth Agrusa is the Board Chair and Karen Pierce is the Board Member of this meditation room, which is reportedly open 24 hours daily.

Milwaukee Airport, owned by Milwaukee County, and whose history goes back to 1919, offers nonstop flights to 50 destinations coast-to-coast, and 160 international destinations are available from Milwaukee with just one connection.

Hindus urge Walmart to withdraw Lord Ganesh doll & apologize

NewsPatrolling.com (Media partnered with Niryas.com) :Hindus are urging “world’s largest retailer” Walmart to immediately withdraw “Ganesh Plush Doll” from Walmart.com, calling it highly inappropriate.

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that Lord Ganesh was highly revered in Hinduism and was meant to be worshipped in temples or home shrines and not to be thrown loosely around on the floor, bathrooms, cars, etc.; or hit by feet; or squeezed; or used as a pillow or play ball. Inappropriate usage of Hindu deities or concepts for commercial or other agenda was not okay as it hurt the devotees.

Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, also urged Walmart CEO Doug McMillon and Walmart Board Chairman Gregory B. Penner to offer a formal apology, besides withdrawing “Ganesh Plush Doll” from the website.

Hinduism was the oldest and third largest religion of the world with about 1.1 billion adherents and a rich philosophical thought and it should not be taken frivolously. Symbols of any faith, larger or smaller, should not be mishandled, Rajan Zed noted.

Zed pointed out that in Hinduism, Lord Ganesh had been worshipped as god of wisdom and remover of obstacles and was invoked before the beginning of any major undertaking; but now Walmart said in product description that “now he's also the god of cuddliness” because of their Ganesh Plush Doll (which Walmart listed as “Religious Novelty” and “Funny Gift”).

Moreover, it was saddening for the devotees to see Lord Ganesh reduced as a toy in the form of a plush doll under the mercy of the owner, while in reality the believers put the destinies of themselves in the hands of their deities; Rajan Zed indicated.

Zed also urged the withdrawal of two other inappropriate products involving Lord Ganesh and being sold at Walmart.com: “Shri Ganesha Belly Button Ring” and “Ganesha God Pendant” made of “buffalo bone”.

Walmart, headquartered in Bentonville (Arkansas), whose tagline is “Save money. Live better.”, claims to be a “worldwide household name” with about 11, 700 stores and whose fiscal year 2017 revenue was about $486 billion. Walmart.com claims to have over 1,000,000 products available online.

Hindus urge Walmart to withdraw Lord Ganesh doll & apologize

NewsPatrolling.com (Media partnered with Niryas.com) :Hindus are urging “world’s largest retailer” Walmart to immediately withdraw “Ganesh Plush Doll” from Walmart.com, calling it highly inappropriate.

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that Lord Ganesh was highly revered in Hinduism and was meant to be worshipped in temples or home shrines and not to be thrown loosely around on the floor, bathrooms, cars, etc.; or hit by feet; or squeezed; or used as a pillow or play ball. Inappropriate usage of Hindu deities or concepts for commercial or other agenda was not okay as it hurt the devotees.

Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, also urged Walmart CEO Doug McMillon and Walmart Board Chairman Gregory B. Penner to offer a formal apology, besides withdrawing “Ganesh Plush Doll” from the website.

Hinduism was the oldest and third largest religion of the world with about 1.1 billion adherents and a rich philosophical thought and it should not be taken frivolously. Symbols of any faith, larger or smaller, should not be mishandled, Rajan Zed noted.

Zed pointed out that in Hinduism, Lord Ganesh had been worshipped as god of wisdom and remover of obstacles and was invoked before the beginning of any major undertaking; but now Walmart said in product description that “now he's also the god of cuddliness” because of their Ganesh Plush Doll (which Walmart listed as “Religious Novelty” and “Funny Gift”).

Moreover, it was saddening for the devotees to see Lord Ganesh reduced as a toy in the form of a plush doll under the mercy of the owner, while in reality the believers put the destinies of themselves in the hands of their deities; Rajan Zed indicated.

Zed also urged the withdrawal of two other inappropriate products involving Lord Ganesh and being sold at Walmart.com: “Shri Ganesha Belly Button Ring” and “Ganesha God Pendant” made of “buffalo bone”.

Walmart, headquartered in Bentonville (Arkansas), whose tagline is “Save money. Live better.”, claims to be a “worldwide household name” with about 11, 700 stores and whose fiscal year 2017 revenue was about $486 billion. Walmart.com claims to have over 1,000,000 products available online.

Hindus welcome New York's Port Washington School District looking into Diwali holiday

Newspatrolling.com (media partnered with confirmtkt.com/pnr-status) ;Hindus have welcomed Port Washington Union Free School District (PWUFSD) in New York State for reportedly looking into adding Diwali, the most popular Hindu festival, as a holiday.

In a recent meeting of PWUFSD Board of Education, Diwali holiday was reportedly discussed and it was stated that efforts were being made in this direction and the Board was looking into it and hoping to be able to do it.

Welcoming PWUFSD stance on working towards Diwali holiday; distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that Diwali holiday in PWUFSD would be a step in the positive direction in view of presence of a substantial number of Hindu students in the District; as it was important to meet the religious and spiritual needs of these pupils.

Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, stressed that PWUFSD should seriously and speedily work towards declaring Diwali as an official holiday, thus recognizing the intersection of spirituality and education. Zed noted that awareness about other religions thus created by such holidays like Diwali would make Port Washington students well-nurtured, well-balanced, and enlightened citizens of tomorrow.

Diwali fell on October 19 in 2017 and neighboring six New York school districts declared holiday for students on October 19, which included: East Meadow School District, East Williston Union Free School District, Half Hollow Hills Central School District, Herricks Union Free School District, Hicksville Union Free School District and Syosset Central School District. Mineola Union Free School District announced that no home work or examinations would be given on Diwali, reports suggest.

For 2017 in neighboring New Jersey; Glen Rock Public Schools announced closure of schools and offices on Diwali; in West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, schools were closed on October 19; and in Piscataway Township Schools, there was “No School for Students” on Diwali. And recently Millburn Township Public Schools announced Diwali day off for students for the next three years, reports add.

In 2017 Unionville-Chadds Ford School District headquartered in Kennett Square in Pennsylvania approved closure of schools on Diwali; while Harvard Public Schools in Massachusetts declared October 19 as “early release day”, reports note.

Rajan Zed further said that since it was important for Hindu families to celebrate Diwali day together at home with their children, we did not want our children to be deprived of any privileges at the school because of thus resulting absences on this day. Closing schools on Diwali would ensure that.

Zed indicates that Hinduism is rich in festivals and religious festivals are very dear and sacred to Hindus. Diwali, the festival of lights, aims at dispelling the darkness and lighting up the lives and symbolizes the victory of good over evil.

Hinduism is oldest and third largest religion of the world with about 1.1 billion adherents. There are about three million Hindus in USA.

Educational philosophy of PWUFSD, with seven schools and about 5,300 students, includes: “dedicated to fostering in each student the ability and character to fashion a worthy and successful life in a changing world”. Port Washington's first school, the one-room Flower Hill School, is said to have been built in 1757. Karen Sloan is Board President and Dr. Kathleen A. Mooney is Superintendent of PWUFSD.

Masonic Temple becomes Hindu Temple in Topeka

NewsPatrolling.com / niryas.com : Topeka Hindu Temple (THT) has reportedly purchased a building in Kansas capital Topeka, which was formerly a Masonic Temple. 

According to reports, this building was previously owned by Topeka “Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry”. It will be converted to a Hindu place of worship. Area Hindus, who have been living here since 1960s, used to travel to Shawnee for worship needs, which is about 60 miles. 

THT, besides being a place of worship and religious rituals; will also celebrate various festivals, organize cultural and educational activities, hold events, raise money for charities; and be a gathering place for the community. This first Hindu temple in the area will be open to all, reports suggest. 

Meanwhile, distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, commended efforts of temple leaders and area community towards realizing this temple. 

Rajan Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, further said that it was important to pass on Hindu spirituality, concepts and traditions to coming generations amidst so many distractions in the consumerist society and hoped that this temple would help in this direction. Zed stressed that instead of running after materialism; we should focus on inner search and realization of Self and work towards achieving moksh (liberation), which was the goal of Hinduism. 

THT is a non-profit organization and is now seeking donations and volunteers.   

Hinduism, oldest and third largest religion of the world, has about 1.1 billion adherents.

There are about three million Hindus in USA. Freemasonry is composed of fraternal organizations and Scottish Rite reportedly came into being in 1801.

The Director-General of the World Health Organization welcomes the appointment of Henrietta H Fore as Executive Director of UNICEF

NewsPatrolling.com media parntered with confirmtkt.com/train-running-status) :“UNICEF is a critical partner in our effort to improve the world’s health, particularly in the drive to protect its most vulnerable women and children,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. 

“I very much look forward to work with Ms Fore towards reaching the agenda 2030 goals. At the same time, I wish to extend my own deepest thanks to my friend and colleague Tony Lake for his exceptional commitment and leadership.”

WHO and UNICEF work together at a variety of levels - from collaborations on global reports on maternal and child health issues to on-the-ground partnerships to improve children’s health, such as immunization against deadly diseases like polio and measles. The two organizations have recently, for example, cooperated on massive campaigns to protect children from cholera, in Bangladesh and Yemen.

“Ms Fore has an impressive array of experience and expertise. She will be a great asset to the international health and development community,” added Dr Tedros.

 

Hindus worldwide shocked at Fiji temple desecration

NewsPatrolling.com / Glamourtreat.com : Hindus worldwide are highly concerned after reports of desecration in Votualevu Tirath Dham Hindu Temple in Nadi area of Fiji.

According to reports, desecration was caused on December 16 night, violating this sacred Hindu place of worship. Damage included pouring paint over the images of deities Ganesha, Hanuman, etc; graffiti/slurs on walls; theft of donation box, sound system and other equipment; rubbish strewn in prayer area; etc.; and was said to be third such act at the temple.

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that it was reportedly disturbing for the hard-working, harmonious and peaceful Fijian Hindu community; who had made lot of contributions to the nation and society; to receive such signals of hatred and anger.

Such incidents should not be acceptable in a country like Fiji which reportedly protects freedom of conscience, belief, and religion; and where communities of diverse faiths frequently come together to develop mutual understanding and respect; Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, noted.

Rajan Zed urged Fijian President Major General Jioji Konusi Konrote, Prime Minister Rear Admiral Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama and Commissioner of Western Division to visit this Hindu Temple to show solidarity with the Hindu-Fijians, meet the area Hindu community to reassure them and address a public rally in Votualevu condemning the desecration. He also urged them to take the issue seriously and urgently and make sure that such incidents did not happen in the future, in order regain the reportedly falling confidence of the Hindu community.

As an interfaith gesture, Zed also urged Reverend Dr. Tevita Nawadra Banivanua, President of Fiji Methodist Church; leaders of Roman Catholic, Assemblies of God, Seventh-day Adventist, Anglican and other Christians denominations; and leaders of Muslim, Sikh, Baha'i and other religious communities and non-believers; and ordinary Fijians to come forward condemning this desecration and expressing solidarity with the nation's Hindus; who had also made huge contributions to its success, prosperity and growth.

Rajan Zed suggested the Hindu-Fijians to continue with the traditional values of hard work, higher morals, stress on education, sanctity of marriage, etc., amidst so many distractions; which was the reason for their success.

Hinduism, oldest and third largest religion of the world, has about 1.1 billion adherents and moksh (liberation) is its ultimate goal.

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Stonehill International School establishes academic partnership with Pennsylvania Universities

 NewsPatrolling.com : In a strategic move to provide excellent academic opportunities, Stonehill International School recently signed a MoU with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) to establish an academic partnership between Stonehill and universities in Pennsylvania. The MoU was signed in the presence of Ms. Kanika Choudhary, Honorary Ambassador and Special Envoy for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Dr. Peter Garland, Executive Vice Chancellor, PASSHE and Dr. Tim Moerland, Provost, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Mr. Jitu Virwani, Founder – Stonehill International School and Chairman & MD, Embassy Group.

The partnership not only includes the 14 PASSHE public universities, but also the 89 private Pennsylvania colleges and universities which make up the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP). The academic partnership includes, but is not limited to:

·         Strategic alliances and partnerships with Pennsylvania colleges and universities;

·         Provision of information about colleges and universities in Pennsylvania;

·         Participation in pre-university programs in schools in India;

·         Student counselling, advising and enrolment;

·         Faculty and student exchanges;

·         Academic partnership including research, program development, courses and summer programs for students and faculty;

·         Professional development for teachers and administrators

Commenting on this positive development, Dr. Beverly Sortland, Head of School, Stonehill International School said, “We are excited to sign this partnership with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.  This collaboration will provide a unique learning opportunity for our students, and we are expecting the first cohort of visiting PASSHE faculty at Stonehill within the next couple of months. Workshops with the visiting faculty and Stonehill teachers and students are being planned.”

Mr. Jitu Virwani, Founder – Stonehill International School & CMD, Embassy Group was also present at the signing and he expressed, “One of the focus areas for Embassy has always been providing quality education and the cornerstone of the Embassy’s corporate ethos is a deep held conviction that education can change the lives of communities and generations to follow. We are continuously looking for ways to create larger platforms for our students and this strategic alliance with PASSHE is a testimony to our efforts.  We are positive that this partnership will bring about many synergies for both countries in the field of education”

Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education is the largest provider of higher education in the Commonwealth, with about 107,000 degree-seeking students and thousands more who are enrolled in certificate and other career-development programs. Collectively, the 14 universities that comprise the State System offer more than 2,300 degree and certificate programs in more than 530 academic areas. Nearly 520,000 State System university alumni live in Pennsylvania.

The Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP), the only statewide organization that serves exclusively the interests of private higher education within the Commonwealth, exists to complement and support the work of campus leaders.  With a membership of 88 private colleges and universities within Pennsylvania, the Association provides a variety of services and programs tailored specifically to the needs and situation of independent higher education.

Hindus cautiously welcome BBC’s “change of heart” on religious programming

NewsPatrolling.com Media partnered with Niryas.com : Hindus have cautiously welcomed the ambitious and wide-ranging British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) plans to enhance coverage of religion with a pluralistic approach.

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed; commenting on the detailed “BBC Religion & Ethics Review” released by its Director General Tony Hall on December 20; in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, welcomed BBC’s idea of “improving religious literacy inside and outside the BBC”, calling it a step in the positive direction.

Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, hoped that BBC would project and portray Hinduism in its future programming accurately instead of reimagining Hinduism concepts and traditions to fit its agendas. Moreover, BBC should show fairness to “other” religions which it desperately failed to do in the past despite tall claims.

Hinduism had been highly underserved at BBC in the past; Rajan Zed stressed and added that things might be better if Hall and BBC seriously and honestly implemented what was claimed in this new review.

Zed pointed out that multi-culturalism had been fast growing in United Kingdom (UK) and it was now a diverse society formed of various religions and denominations and non-believers, but BBC had not kept pace with it. Hindus deserved more airtime at BBC and live aarti broadcasts from major Hindu temples in UK should regularly feature in BBC schedules. It was time for the disproportionate religious output at BBC to end, giving way to evenly distributed time/space on TV-radio-online among various religions/denominations/non-believers.

BBC should also ensure adequate coverage of Diwali, Holi, Krishna Janmashtami, Maha Shivaratri, Ram Navami, Ganesha Chaturthi, Navaratri, Duserra, Hanuman Jayanti, Makar Sankranti, Yugadi and other Hindu festivals; Rajan Zed noted.

Hymns from ancient Sanskrit scriptures, contemporary bhajans and Hindu sermons should regularly form part of BBC One’s over 56 years old “Songs of Praise” program, one of the world's longest-running religious television series. Hindu hymns, songs and faith stories were also highly inspiring, warm and engaging; and moreover, God liked all songs-of-praise, irrespective of the religion these came from, Zed indicated.

Rajan Zed further said that BBC, being “a public service broadcaster funded by the licence fee paid by UK households”, including the Hindu households, should have been more responsible and inclusive in its religious programming. It should not ignore and sideline “other” faiths in its content and productions, and across its various channels and services.

Zed stated that BBC; whose  “values” included “celebrate our diversity” and “great things happen when we work together”; and whose  “purposes” included “reflect, represent and serve the diverse communities”; should show some maturity/responsibility/accountability in handling religion appropriately. BBC should take religion more seriously, and help us build interconnections and create harmony.

We pray that BBC gets the religion right, Rajan Zed adds.

BBC labeled “yoga” as “fad” in 2013. BBC also labeled Hindu festival of Holi as “filthy festival” in 2012 to which it apologized later. BBC has been blamed in the past for racism, imperialist stance, Indophobic bias, anti-Hindu bigotry, anti-American bias, etc.

Launched in October 1922, headquartered in London, and established by a Royal Charter; BBC claims to be the “world's leading public service broadcaster”. Every UK viewer needs to have a TV License, which costs £147.

Hinduism, oldest and third largest religion in the world, has about 1.1 billion adherents and moksh (liberation) is its ultimate goal.

ARCH COLLEGE OF DESIGN AND BUSINESS STUDENTS SHOWCASE CUTTING EDGE JEWELLERY DESIGNING AND MAKING TALENTS AT FOUR DAY JAIPUR JEWELLERY SHOW (JJS)

ARCH COLLEGE SELECTED AS PARTNER INSTITUTION AT JAIPUR JEWELLERY DESIGN FESTIVAL (JJDF)

NewsPatrolling.com - "blogging campaign platform" :  Students of Jaipur based Arch College of  Design and Business (ACDB)  are showcasing their cutting edge talents in jewellery designing and making at the Four day Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS)  which opened in Jaipur today

The organiser’s of the Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS) this year have added section ‘Jaipur Jewellery Design Festival (JJDF) as part of the exhibition to promote budding designers as well as promote traditional creative  jewellery designing and making art. The major highlight of the JJDF will be jewellery craft live demonstrations, display of designs, jewellery bloggers meet , talk shows.

 Arch College of Design and Business has been selected as partner institution at the Jaipur Jewellery Design Festival (JJDF) .

“The students of ARCH have turned themselves into budding designers, their creations and design skills  will be exhibited at this  Deign festival. Two students of ARCH Raghav Agarwal and Vinayak Gupta have partnered to fabricate fascinating works of art. Whereas, a student named Riya Soni will be displaying collections from her own jewellery brand 'RIAV'. Shraddha Bajaj and Muskan Rathi will be two other student participants who will be using this wonderful opportunity to bring out their best creations. Vishakha Jain is another talented designer whose designs have captivated people.” Said Ms Archna surana, Founder Director, Arch College of Design and Business.

“The exhibition showcases the talents of our Jewellery Designing and  Making students and celebrates their achievements while also highlighting the progression they have made during their time with us. ARCH college’s  participation at JJS and JJDF will be a delightful experience for its students and those who visit its stall. It will be an opportunity for the visitors to peep into the beautiful world of jewellery design and craftsmanship.” Ms Surana added

"Arch college  has been adding courses to meet the global market's futuristic expectations as per international standards. It is equipped with highly trained and capable staff" said M Surana

 The 14th edition of JJS which opened today is being held from 22nd to 25th  December 2017 at Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre(JECC), Sitapura. More than 750 booths would be there in this edition of JJS due to increasing popularity among the jewelers and customers. This year's theme is 'RUBY RED | RARE | ROYAL'. More than 30,000 visitors are expected to visit this edition of JJS, the total exhibiting space will be 1,75,000 sq feet.JJS is the largest B2B(Business to Business) and B2C(Business to Customer) jewellery show in India.