FORTIS HOSPITAL BANNERGHATTA ROAD IN ASSOCIATION WITH AGILUS DIAGNOSTICS LAUNCHES AGILUS-FORTIS CARDIO-RENAL-METABOLIC CLINIC.

 Agilus-Fortis Clinic,brings together interventional Cardiology & Heart  Failure,Nephrology& Endocrinology under one coordinated care model clinic in Basavangudi,Bengaluru to address the growing need of CRM (Cardio-Renal - Metabolic ) Health care.The launch comes at a time when the growing interplay between cardio vascular,renal and metabolic disorders is emerging as a significant health care challenge.Diabetes,Kidney disease and cardio vascular conditions are closely inter connected,with one condition often increasing the risk or severity of another.There is also a report that over the last decade,Karnataka's diabetic population increased by nearly seven times,while the number of people with high blood pressure rose by 27 times.Obesity nearly doubled  during the same period.According to the fact sheet of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-2023-24) released recently,24% of people in the state are diabetic, a jump from 3.5% in 2015-16.

The clinic is guided by the philosophy "Three specialities,One Team.Your Health our commitment".Speaking on the launch,Dr.Rajpal Singh,-Director, - Interventional Cardiology & Heart  Failure,Fortis Hospital,Bannerghatta Road said," By bringing these specialities together,we can take a more holistic view of each patient,identify inter connected risks at an earlier stage and develop a coordinated personalised approach to treatment & long term care".

The multi disciplinary team at Agilus-Fortis comprises of Dr.Rajpal Singh,- Director,Interventional Cardiology & Heart failure,Fortis Hospital,Bannerghatta Road,Dr. Aashish Parekh,Senior Consultant -Nephrology, Dr. Anusha N.D. Consultant-Endocrinology.

FYERS AMERICAN GAMBITS SET TO COMPETE GLOBAL CHESS LEAGUE 2026 IN BENGALURU FROM SEPTEMBER,5 TO 30TH SEPTEMBER AT HOTEL LALIT ASHOK.

GERARD PIQUE, a FIFA World Cup winner with Spain and one of the most decorated players has joined the Franchise FYERS Amerian Gambits as a strategic share holder,reflecting the organisation's long term ambition to contribute to the continued global growth of Chess.Backed by a group of strategic shareholders that includes former international cricketer Ravihandran Ashwin,the franchise will compete in its third Global Chess League season this september with a world class roster inluding Javokhir Sindarov,Nihal Sarin,Daniel Dubov,Bibisara Assaubayeva,Sara Khadem & Marc'Andria Maurizzi under the leadership of GM Srinath Narayanan.

Prachura PP,CEO & Co Owner,Fyers Amerian Gambits said," Chess today is at an inflection point.The talent is extraordinary,the audience is growing rapidly and the sport has all the ingredients to become a truly global phenomenon.Gerard joining us is a powerful validation of that vision & opens up exciting possibilities for what we can build together".

Gerard Pique said," Chess has fascinated me for a long time because of its depth,its global appeal and the incredible mental strength it demands.What attracted me to FYERS Amerian Gambits is the ambition to take chess to a new level and its long term vision for the sport.I'm pleased to join as a strategic share holder &  wish the team every success in the season ahead'.

HAIER INDIA INAUGURATES ITS NEW PREMIUM HAIER EXPERIENCE CENTRE IN SAMPIGE ROAD, MALLESWARAM 17TH CROSS,BENGALURU,BRINGING ITS LATEST RANGE OF PREMIUM HOME APPLIANCES CLOSER TO CONSUMERS.

Haier, a Chinese multinational Company  is a leading Home appliances brand in the country.It operates Offices,factories & Research centres worldwide. The Company initiated its commercial operations in India in 2004.Haier has been ranked as the No.1 Global Major Appliances brand for 17 consecutive years by Euromonitor International. Haier India  started its manufacturing  of refrigerators  in 2007 at Ranjangoan,Pune . Haier, has set up one of the biggest industrial parks in India at Greater Noida,Gautam Buddha Nagar,UP to manufacture Home Appliances and its components. Haier Appliances  India Pvt. Ltd. was established in 2003 in India,is a subsidiary of Hair Singapore Investment Holding Pte .Ltd.which is a world's leading provider of solutions for a better life.

Aditya Retail store,the premium Haier Experience Centre (HEC) was inaugurated in Malleswaram yesterday marks another step in Haier India's efforts to strengthen its retail footprint and bring its premium product portfolio,may it be refrigerators,Washing Machines,TV's ,air conditioners,kitchen appliances, Geysers,and many more Home appliances closer to consumers.

PAKISTAN,SAUDI ARABIA &TURKEY DEFENCE PACT- IMPACT ON INDIA.

 On August 7,2026,,Pakistan,Saudi Arabia & Turkey  signed a Mecca Agreement (also called The Mecca  Joint Defence Agreement) in Mecca,Saudi Arabia. The Historic Trilateral Pact includes a NATO style collective security clause stating that an armed attack on any one of the three nations will be regarded as an attack on all of them. This is a significant move which will act as a deterrence in the region which is already volatile.

Impact on India : Though, we have good relationship with Saudi Arabia, this agreement will have some impact on India if  Pakistan provokes India leading to another war. In that case, the reaction of Turkey & Saudi Arabia has to be watched. Though,Our bilateral Trade relations with Turkey is robust,political ties face persistent strain due to their policy towards Jammu & Kashmir . Of course,in this interdependent world ,one should wait &  watch as India is emerging as one of the super economic PowerHouse.

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NAVRATHAN JEWELLERS & JAIN SPORTS JOIN HANDS TO LAUNCH BANGALORE BLASTERS FOR INAUGURAL JITO PREMIER LEAGUE.

 Bangalore Blasters Team launched in the presence of cricket legend Kapil Dev; Jain Sports announced as Team partner as Bangalore Blasters  set ambitious vision for the JPL Season 1.

The inaugural JITO Premier League will be held from 24th August to 5th September,2026 at the CCC Cricket Ground in Colombo,Sri Lanka with the inaugural ceremony scheduled for 24th August. Dr.Chenraj Roychand,founder Chairman of Jain Group & Chancellor of Jain deemed-to-be University said," Sport has the unique ability to bring people together,createaspirations & build a cultureof excellence.At Jain sports,we are delighted to partner with the team(The Bangalore Blasters) & support its vision.We believe the Blasters can become s strong platform for competitive cricket while also inspiring greater participation in sport & creating meaningful connections within the community".

Kapil Dev addressed the media said, "Cricket has always has the power to bring people together. He further added that along with Cricket/Sports, the students should also concentrate on education so that they can have a full fledged personality. He also said to the media to concentrate on other  sports disciplines also along with cricket".

ATHULYA SENIOR CARE BECOMES BENGALURU'S LARGEST ASSISTED LIVING CARE PROVIDER WITH LAUNCH OF ITS THIRD GERIATRIC CARE CENTRE IN MATHIKERE,BENGALURU.

Athulya Senior Care, with over 300 dedicated senior care beds is now the city's largest provider of integrated geriatric care.The Mathikere facility was inaugurated by Mr. U.T.Khader,Minister for Health and Family welfare.Government of Karnataka in the presence of the founders of Athulya Senior Care,health care professionals and senior citizens. In Karnataka,the need for  dedicated elder care has become particularly significant with older adults accounting for 9.2 % of the state's population, one of the highest in India.With India's elderly population expected to nearly double over the coming decades,the need for specialised geriatric health care that goes beyond conventional hospital based treatment is only set to grow.Recognising this emerging public health challenge,the Government of karnataka has declared dementia as a public health priority through initiatives such as the Karnataka State Dementia Action plan and the Brain Health initiative,aimed at strengthening awareness,enabling early diagnosis,& improving integrated care for cognitive disorders.The launch of Athulaya Senior Care centre aligns with these broader objectives .

The Minister of Health & Family Welfare,Govt.of Karnataka  Mr.U.T.Khader said," As Karnataka prepares for the healthcare needs of an ageing society,strengthening geriatric care infrastructure will play an increasingly important role ensuring healthy ageing & improving quality of life for senior citizens." Mr.G Srinivasan,Founder & CEO,Athulya Senior Care, said," we remain committed to building an integrated senior care eco system that combines clinical excellence,technology-enabled rehabilitation and compassionate  caregiving to meet the evolving needs of older adults and their families". Dr.Karthik Narayan ,R,Founder & Managing Director,Athulya Senior Care said," This centre reflects our commitment to building world class senior care eco systems that enable older adults to age with dignity,independence & Purpose".