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Hans India
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- Politics
- Hans India
Complete renovation work of govt schools early: DC
Wanaparthy: On Wednesday a review meeting was held at the collectorate regarding provision of basic amenities in government schools and Anganwadi centres. The meeting was attended by officials from Panchayati Raj, TWDIC and R&B departments. Collector Adarsh Surabhi instructed R & B engineers to take necessary steps to complete the works that were started under the Mana Ooru Mana Badi initiative but were left incomplete midway, by coordinating with the contractors. He assured immediate sanction of funds for the pending works but emphasised that they must be completed promptly. Surabhi noted that some renovation works taken up under the Amma Adarsha Pathashala committees were halted midway. He directed that tasks like construction of toilets, provision of drinking water and installation of fans be completed without delay. He suggested that the contractors should complete the repairs and then claim payments. Since the schools and Anganwadi centres are set to reopen soon, he directed officials to ensure that the renovation and new building construction in Anganwadi centres are completed at the earliest. Officials including the EE TWDIC, DEs and AEs of Panchayati Raj attended the meeting.
Indian Express
30-05-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
When Shilpa Shetty Kundra opened up about suffering from an autoimmune condition: ‘I had a couple of miscarriages'
Shilpa Shetty Kundra has often been candid about life with her followers and fans. In a similar vein, the actor once opened up about suffering from APLA, or Antiphospholipid Antibodies, a group of antibodies that increase the risk of blood clots, due to which she sustained miscarriages before opting for surrogacy for the birth of her second child in 2020. 'After Viaan, I did want to have another child for the longest time. But I suffered from an autoimmune disease called APLA, and that came into play every time I got pregnant. So I had a couple of miscarriages, so it was a genuine issue,' she told Pinkvilla in 2020. 'I didn't want Viaan to grow up as a single child, because I'm also one of two, and I know how important it is to have a sibling. Coming from that thought, I did explore other ideas as well, but that didn't pan out well. At a time when I wanted to adopt, I had put in my name, and everything was underway. But then, the Christian missionary shut down because they had a tiff with CARA. I waited for nearly four years, and then I was so irritated and we decided to try the surrogacy route,' said Shilpa Shetty. But what exactly is ALPA, and how does it affect a woman's chances of full-term pregnancy? Dr Surabhi Siddhartha, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospital, Kharghar, explained that APLA is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks normal proteins in the blood, leading to abnormal blood clotting. 'This condition becomes especially concerning, mainly during pregnancy, as it can cause clots in the placenta, reducing blood flow to the baby. Unfortunately, this causes repeated miscarriages, stillbirths, or complications like preeclampsia and preterm delivery. Women with APLA often don't realise they have it until they experience recurrent pregnancy losses or unexplained blood clots,' said Dr Surabhi. Dr Rashmi Niphadkar, fertility specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, Baner, Pune, explained that there may be issues with the embryo getting implanted in the uterus, and women with APLA may also have low quantities and quality of eggs. 'In men, the antibodies may have been linked to penile and testicular abnormalities,' said Dr Rashmi. Diagnosis is done through blood tests. 'Early diagnosis of APLA is critical, and this becomes crucial especially when planning for pregnancy. If women are repeatedly having miscarriages, it is ideal to consult a fertility specialist who can further check if any autoimmune disorder test is needed,' said Dr Rashmi. With proper treatment consisting of blood thinners, many women with APLA can conceive successfully and fulfill the dream of motherhood, emphasised Dr Surabhi. 'Moreover, women should keep in mind that it is necessary to inform their doctor about any history of miscarriage, clotting, or autoimmune conditions. Close monitoring and early diagnosis can make a big difference and help with successful conception,' Dr Surabhi noted. Women with APLA should be under the care of a high-risk pregnancy specialist to ensure both mother and baby stay healthy. DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.
Hans India
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Collector sets one week deadline for Indiramma houses' construction
Wanaparthy: District Collector Adarsh Surabhi reviewed the progress of the Indiramma housing construction on Friday with tahsildars, MPDOs, MEOs, and Municipal Commissioners during which he stressed that the entire process must be completed by May 10. He stated that on January 26, as a pilot project under the first phase, Indiramma houses were sanctioned to 1,300 beneficiaries, with one village selected from each mandal. However, so far, only 414 beneficiaries have started construction. Among these, 94 have completed the basement level; 54 houses have received the first phase bill payment. He instructed that a meeting be held on Saturday with those who have not yet started construction. If anyone expresses disinterest in continuing, they must provide a written statement. He emphasised that houses from those unwilling to proceed will be reallocated to other poor families in need. The Collector also specified that beneficiaries must build their homes within 600 sq ft. 'If anyone has started construction on a larger area, they should be persuaded to reduce it; otherwise, their sanction under the Indiramma scheme should be cancelled,' he said. Regarding the second phase, he ordered that based on reports submitted by the Indiramma Committees, the list of eligible beneficiaries scrutinised by the designated officials must be uploaded through the collector login. Surabhi said that in many mandals and municipalities, lists were prepared after scrutiny by special officers. Beneficiary orders will be issued to eligible people with the approval of the in-charge minister. Additional collector (local bodies In-charge) Yadayya, Housing PD Parvathalu attended the meeting.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Adinath Agro to raise Rs 80 crore led by Carpediem Capital; plans expansion across 9 states
Adinath Agro , which runs 2 brands - Surabhi and Winn, will be raising Rs 80 crore through 70 per cent equity and 30 per cent debt, where equity will be led by Carpediem Capital , Chandan Polekar, CEO at Adinath Agro told ETRetail. The company will be deploying these funds towards CAPEX, expanding manufacturing and marketing activities. "We have already got the commitment of 50 per cent of the funds, and we are hoping to close the remaining by the end of this quarter. Before this, we raised funding back in 2015-16 from Carpediem Capital," he asserted. Currently, the company has a presence in 3 states - Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka - and plans to expand its presence to 9 states - Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh. Chhattisgarh - by this fiscal year's end. "We have already appointed distributors and plan to go live soon in these new states as well," he said. "Currently, we have a presence in around 45,000 general trade outlets, and our aim is to scale that to 1,20,000 over the next two years," he further added. Whereas, in modern trade, it is already present in chains like Reliance and DMart, and is working on expanding into regional retail chains like Ratnadeep, Vijetha, and Namdhari's in the South. "Additionally, we've made strong inroads through e-commerce, with a pan-India presence on platforms like Zepto and Amazon Fresh. We're also in talks with Flipkart Minutes. Swiggy is live in Gujarat," he stated. At present, the company has a presence in five major categories - ketchup, Chinese sauces, mayonnaise, Indian condiments, and canned foods. By the end of the fiscal year, it aims to be present in eight core categories. In terms of SKUs, the company offers 40 SKUs across Surabhi and Winn. Over the next six months, it is planning to launch a new range of Chinese masalas and soups at a Rs 10 price point, which will add another 15 SKUs to its portfolio. "In the last 8 months, Adinath Agro has launched a new range of oriental sauces under the brand Winn, and it is seeing a 25 per cent quarter-on-quarter growth," he stated. Over the next two years, the company is planning to invest around Rs 45–50 crore to expand the production capacity by threefold, especially across its ketchup, mayonnaise, and oriental sauce lines. "We already own a 33-acre land parcel, so we're well-positioned in terms of space. The investment will be directed toward setting up additional manufacturing lines and enhancing capabilities within our existing premises," he explained. At present, Winn - offering an international portfolio with products like oriental sauces - contributes more than 50 per cent to the topline of the company, Surabhi - catering to the domestic market with ketchup, jams, Indian condiments, and cooking aids like ginger-garlic paste - accounts for about 30 per cent and the remaining 20 per cent comes from its B2B brand, Magic King. The company, which closed the last fiscal with Rs 117 crore in revenue, is eyeing to close this fiscal at Rs 150 crore. "From the past 4 years, we have been growing at the CAGR of 18-20 per cent, and over the next 2 years, we plan to grow at 28-30 per cent CAGR," he concluded.
