NEWS INDIA

  Visakhapatnam, 2024: As part of World COPD Day 2024, health experts are emphasizing the importance of knowing and understanding lung health, in line with this year’s theme, “Know Your Lung Function.” This focus is crucial as non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 74% of global deaths, with chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) like COPD significantly impacting health outcomes, especially in India. COPD is the most prevalent yet underdiagnosed respiratory condition, affecting around 55 million Indians and ranking as the second leading cause of death in the country as per the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019. 1, 2  Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a lung condition caused by inhalation of irritants, like cigarette smoke, leading to irreversible airway inflammation and breathing difficulties. Common symptoms include a persistent cough with sputum, breathlessness and fatigue. 3 World COPD Day 2024 serves as a global call to action to raise awareness about COPD and hi

  Visakhapatnam, November, 2024 – AnitaB.org India presents the Grace Hopper Celebration India (GHCI) 2024, the nation’s premier event dedicated to empowering women and non-binary technologists. It is scheduled for November 20-22 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC). This year’s theme, “me+we, Collective Power,” will bring together a vibrant community of tech professionals to inspire, network, and advance the future of inclusive innovation. With a legacy of impact, the previous GHCI edition saw 6,529 attendees from 205 cities across India, reaching as far as Hamirpur in Himachal Pradesh, and participants from 9 countries, including Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Singapore, UK, and USA. The event’s diverse audience included early-career professionals, mid-career professionals, students, executives, and senior technologists, reflecting a broad spectrum of career stages and experiences. GHCI’s global reach has garnered over 1.48 billion engagements worldwi

  India , 2024: EPIC was the theme of the day for action star, Vijay Deverakonda.  The VD 12 actor was spotted having a taste of his favorite crispy chicken at India’s most EPIC KFC up in the sky. The actor, who has been working with an international action director for his upcoming film, shared a series of pictures on Instagram from his latest EPIC food adventure.      In the carousel post, Vijay was seen hanging out (quite literally!) of a hot air balloon flying several feet above land, aka, experiencing INDIA’s MOST EPIC KFC IN THE SKY. Wearing a chic black shirt, white linen pants and a beige beanie, Vijay was seen enjoying his favourites from the KFC menu including the iconic Hot & Crispy Chicken bucket, and Classic American Zinger.    Vijay Deverakonda said, “For me, good isn’t good enough. I live for the thrill of the extraordinary, the EPIC. Whether it's my work, my hobbies, or even the experiences I chase, I’m always searching for the greatest. When it comes to taste,

~ Indulge all your chicken cravings with KFC’s EPIC signature menu items across three categories – ‘Chicken on Bone’, ‘Boneless Chicken’ and ‘Burgers & More’    India, 2024: KFC = EPIC TASTE. And that’s what the brand is now saying with its latest campaign – TASTE THE EPIC.  For almost three decades now, KFC has been delighting fans across the country with finger lickin’ good crispy chicken. This November, KFC celebrates its range of bestselling fan favourites – from the iconic Hot & Crispy Chicken, Hot Wings to the boneless Chicken Popcorn, and Peri-Peri Boneless Chicken Strips, to the variety of Zinger Burgers, Rolls and more.  Consumers across India can TASTE THE EPIC, with the unmatched, droolworthy taste and unbeatable crunch of KFC’s signature menu items.  Chicken lovers, be prepared to treat yourselves with a range of options across three categories of KFC’s bestselling menu items – Chicken on Bone; Boneless and Burgers & More – ensuring there is something for everyo

~While 83% of the surveyed individuals believe mental health issues are nothing to be ashamed of, 81% feel ashamed of telling others that they are taking therapy~ India, 2024: With mental health conversations gaining traction, ITC’s ‘Feel Good With Fiama Mental Wellbeing Survey 2024’ marks its 4th year by exploring the perceptions and realities of mental health in India. Commissioned with NielsenIQ, the survey unveils the awareness, attitude and behavioural landscape for mental wellbeing in India. It reflects progressiveness in acknowledging the need for mental wellbeing while also indicating the persistent barriers in accessing professional support. Despite growing awareness, many individuals still struggle in silence, hesitant to openly discuss their emotional well-being or seek professional help. There is a tendency to downplay struggles, or a belief that seeking help is only for those experiencing severe mental illness. This often leads to delaying professional support. This discon

 India, 2024– Preethi Kitchen Appliances, a leading mixer grinder brand from the house of Versuni India, rolls out an exciting new TV commercial building on its equity of Preethi-ku Naan Guarantee featuring the Preethi Zodiac, the most powerful mixer grinder in India and overall, Asia. Conceptualized to build a stronger relation with its consumers, the brand’s latest ad perfectly combines everyday functionality, and emotional bonds created in every home. The new lively TVC showcases the superior capabilities of the Preethi Zodiac, from its powerful performance to its versatility, emphasizing its essential role in transforming everyday kitchen tasks into effortless and enjoyable experiences for the users.  Built on the premise of Preethi guaranteeing high quality, premium and durable products, the brand’s new ad features celebrities Alya Manasa and Sanjeev Karthick. Airing across all leading channels in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andra Pradesh, Preethi aims to elevate the consumers every