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Business Wire
a day ago
- Business
- Business Wire
MITER Brands to attend and sponsor Southeast Building Conference
KISSIMMEE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- MITER Brands, a residential window and door manufacturer, recently announced its upcoming attendance at the Southeast Build Conference (SEBC), taking place at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida, on July 24 - 25, 2025. "The Southeast Builders Conference has always provided a valuable platform for us to engage with our dedicated dealers and industry professionals," said Brian Covey, VP of Sales for MITER Brands. Share MITER Brands is exhibiting products from its PGT Custom Windows and Doors and MI Windows and Doors brands at the annual event. SEBC is the largest industry trade show in the southeast, attracting more than 6,000 individuals, and offers attendees the opportunity to connect with new customers who are experienced professionals and leaders in the building industry. PGT products have been exhibited in this show for more than 15 years, and for the 2025 event, MITER Brands will serve as a gold sponsor. "The Southeast Builders Conference has always provided a valuable platform for us to engage with our dedicated dealers and industry professionals," said Brian Covey, VP of Sales for MITER Brands. "We're thrilled to present our most sought-after products at the event this year, showcasing the innovative design and quality that PGT and MI are known for." Attendees are invited to stop by booth no. 707 to view a number of products from PGT, including the PGT 5540 Vinyl Casement Window, PGT HR5410 Roller Window, and the PGT SGD5470 Sliding Glass Door. Products from MI Windows and Doors will also be on display, including the MI 3540 Single-Hung Vinyl Window and MI 1620 Vinyl Single-Hung Window. Additionally, Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt, custom home designers featured on popular HGTV shows, including 100 Day Dream Home and Rock the Block, as well as brand partners of PGT, will also be in attendance. About MITER Brands Founded in 1947, MITER Brands is a residential window and door manufacturer that produces a portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments with an owner-operated, family-first approach. With more than 20 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States, MITER Brands is a nationwide supplier of precision-built and energy-efficient products. Through optimized manufacturing, valued relationships, and dedicated team members coast to coast, MITER Brands instills confidence and drives quality customer experiences. The name 'MITER' is an acronym reflecting five of our core strengths: Manufacturing, Innovation, Trust, Experiences, and Relationships. For more information, visit About PGT Custom Windows and Doors PGT Custom Windows and Doors, part of the MITER Brands portfolio, is America's authority in high-performance windows and doors. With decades of proven industry leadership and over 8+ million units installed, PGT Custom Windows and Doors has a consistent track record of leading the space with an unwavering focus on safety and innovation. Its product lines include WinGuard® aluminum and vinyl frames for impact resistant windows, ClassicVue Max™ aluminum frames for non-impact windows, and EnergyVue® vinyl frames for non-impact windows. PGT Custom Windows and Doors has a primary focus of protecting families' lifestyle choices with a commitment of delivering industry-best service. Backed by innovative technology, homeowners can enjoy their home life with greater peace of mind, wherever they choose to live, knowing they are protected from storms, noise, and intrusion. For more information, visit About MI WINDOWS MI Windows and Doors, part of the MITER Brands portfolio, is one of the nation's largest suppliers of precision-built and energy-efficient residential windows and doors. With four manufacturing plants located in the Central and Eastern United States, MI offers stylish, high-performance, and market-preferred products for both new construction and replacement applications. For more information, visit
News18
6 days ago
- Health
- News18
Sambhavna Seth Blames Doctors For Her IVF Miscarriage: ‘It Was Their Mistake'
Last Updated: Sambhavna Seth, in a recent podcast, accused her doctors of medical negligence during her pregnancy. Popular YouTuber and television actress Sambhavna Seth, along with her husband Avinash Mishra, endured a heartbreaking loss in 2024 when she suffered a miscarriage. The tragedy struck just a day before the couple had planned to share their pregnancy news on social media. In a recent podcast appearance, Sambhavna opened up about her IVF journey, the circumstances surrounding the miscarriage in December 2024 and the emotional toll of losing her unborn child. In a conversation with Gauahar Khan, Sambhavna Seth alleged medical negligence on the part of her doctors. She said that she had repeatedly informed them about excessive bleeding during her pregnancy. She said, 'We were so excited, as the next day was the announcement. Sirf ek scan tha, usse pehle mere 2–3 scans ho chuke the, bleeding kaafi baar ho chuki thi, and all was fine. Jab main scan ke liye gayi, humein laga sab theek hoga. Doctors ne bataya nahi ki IVF mein bohot saari bleeding hoti hai. (There was only one scan, before that I had had 2-3 scans, I had been bleeding many times, and everything was fine. When I went for the scan, I thought everything would be fine. The doctors did not tell me that there is a lot of bleeding in IVF.)" Recalling one night when she bled profusely, she said, 'Ek raat ko main uth gayi, aur main zor se chila ke Avinash ko bulaya. Maine dekha ki baalti bhar blood nikal raha tha. (One night I woke up, and I shouted and called Avinash. I saw a bucket full of blood coming out.) I told him, 'It's gone,' because I had no idea. The next day we did a scan, and they said everything was okay." Elaborating further, the actress said, 'Fifteen days earlier, I was feeling unwell and informed my doctor, but he told me it was an arthritis issue. However, my arthritis specialist disagreed and said it was a sign of miscarriage. When we went to the doctor, she just said, 'Oh, so unfortunate.' Not even a 'sorry,' even though it was their mistake. I still remember her face. She said, 'You have so many problems again — arthritis, anxiety. We will try again, and this time we will do the PGT test.'" Despite enduring severe discomfort for several days during her first trimester, the actress said that her doctor repeatedly reassured her that everything was normal. But she later discovered that her unborn baby's heartbeat had stopped 15 days ago. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Time of India
RG Kar rape and murder: A year on, junior doctors to hold night-long torch rally in Kolkata
The West Bengal Junior Doctors' Forum will hold a night-long torch rally on August 8-9, marking the first anniversary of the rape and murder of Dr. Abhaya at RG Kar Medical College. Aniket Mahato announced the 'Abhaya Memorial Programme' will start from College Square and end at Shyambazar, where participants will voice their demands. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Kolkata: West Bengal Junior Doctor's Forum , which led the protest against the rape and murder of RG Kar post graduate doctor from August last year, on Tuesday announced that they will be organizing a night-long torch rally on the intervening night of August 8–9, marking one year of the gruesome PGT doctor was raped and murdered at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9, 2024. On January 18, a trial court in Kolkata's Sealdah convicted prime accused Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of the PGT doctor and sentenced him to life imprisonment. The judge of the special court Anirban Das had observed that the crime was not 'rarest of the rare'.The ' Abhaya Memorial Programme ', will organize a torch rally will start from College Square and proceed to Shyambazar More, said Aniket Mahato, one of the face of the movement and representative of the West Bengal Junior Doctors' Forum (WBJDF)."We will hold a torch rally on the intervening night of August 8-9 for the Abhaya Memorial Programme. After reaching Shyambazar, we will stay there the entire night and voice our demands," Mahato welcomed people from all walks of society to participate in the rally and urged them to join the rally. The movement for Abhaya has witnessed people joining in large numbers in West Bengal and across the country, demanding justice for the PGT medical on-duty trainee doctor was raped and murdered inside the seminar room of RG Kar Medical Hospital on August 9 last year. Roy was arrested by the Kolkata Police the next day. The Calcutta High Court had on August 13 handed over the investigation to the rape-murder of the 31-year-old woman doctor had sparked nationwide October last year, junior doctors from various medical colleges, had observed a 17-day fast-unto-death from October 5, demanding transparency in the investigation and rejig of the infrastructure of the medical colleges.
Indian Express
03-07-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Do IVF babies have more health problems? Gynaecologist clears the air
Written by Dr Mannan Gupta Many couples who come to me for in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), which entails fertilisation of an egg by a sperm in a laboratory and subsequent implantation of the embryo into the woman's uterus, ask me one question: Will the baby born to them be healthy or be more susceptible to infection? As an assisted reproductive technology (ART), most people assume that IVF children are somehow unnatural and hence vulnerable to illnesses. This presumption, however, is misplaced. Studies show that the vast majority of IVF-conceived children develop normally and achieve milestones as well as naturally conceived children. They go to regular schools, live ordinary lives and enjoy similar long-term health outcomes. Some findings do indicate that IVF babies tend to have a slightly increased risk of low birth weight, premature birth or being small for gestational age. But such a risk is most frequently associated with circumstances such as multiple conception like twins or triplets, older age of the mother or underlying infertility but not IVF. Also premature or low birth weight babies do not develop significant illness later in life. That largely depends on factors such as the health of the parents, the quality of the embryo and the expertise of the fertility clinic providing the treatment. Notably, as IVF technology improves, through single embryo transfer, freezing technology, and improved embryo testing, risks have diminished considerably. Opt for single embryo transfer instead of multiple embryos to reduce the risk of multiple pregnancies, which are associated with higher health risks for both babies and mothers. Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) can be performed on embryos before they are implanted. This can help identify and select embryos without chromosomal abnormalities, reducing the risk of birth defects. Ensure the health of the mother before and during pregnancy is optimum. This includes a lifestyle discipline, managing pre-existing health conditions and addressing any potential risks that may affect pregnancy. Couples need to be counselled so that they can make informed decisions based on their specific circumstances. Regular monitoring and follow-ups during pregnancy can help both the mother and the developing foetus last out the full term. Science has revolutionized IVF to the extent that it is not only effective but also safe for mothers and babies alike. Couples considering IVF ought to see fertility specialists, adhere to set guidelines and not be discouraged by myths. (The author is Chairman & HOD, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Elantis Healthcare, New Delhi)
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Time of India
6 months after life in RG Kar case, same court gives death for twin murders
Kolkata: Sealdah trial judge Anirban Das, who sent the RG Kar rape-murder accused to life behind bars, sentenced a 45-year-old to death on Wednesday for murdering and robbing an elderly Chitpore couple 10 years ago. The judge ordered that Sanjay Sen, alias Bappa, "be hanged from the neck until dead" for murdering the couple — both retired professors — who trusted him and even paid for his marriage. The judge, on Jan 20, sentenced RG Kar rape-and-murder accused Sanjoy Roy to life behind bars and spared him death, reasoning that "we must rise above the primitive instinct of 'an eye for an eye' or 'a tooth for a tooth' or 'a nail for a nail' or 'a life for a life'." Roy, 35, was also fined Rs 50,000, failing which he would have to serve another five months in prison. In handing out the life term, and not death, judge Das turned down the final CBI argument that the Aug 9 rape-murder of the 31-year-old PGT intern "was a rarest of rare crime which deserved capital punishment". The CBI has now challenged the life imprisonment order in the Calcutta High Court. In the 2015 case, however, the court was moved by the brutality of the double murders. The only daughter of the victims was settled in the US. Pran Gobinda Das (77) was a former professor at Burdwan University, and Renuka Das (75) taught history at Sarojini Naidu College in Dum Dum. They were found dead with multiple injuries, their home ransacked with cash and gold jewellery stolen. Sen murdered the couple with an iron rod, leaving behind a trail of blood. The post-mortem examination confirmed the deaths were homicidal, caused by ante-mortem injuries. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata The brutal murder first prompted the investigators to dig out people who had access to the room. This included the domestic help and Sen, her husband. Police also learnt that Sen, referred to as Bappa locally, was strongly admonished by the elderly couple for mistreating his wife. Sen was questioned, and his fidgety replies on alibis prompted cops to arrest him and question him in custody. Sen then broke down. Stolen gold ornaments and Rs 1,87,000 in cash were recovered from a hidden location in East Midnapore's Nandigram. The murder weapon, an iron pipe, and blood-stained clothes were retrieved from a pond near Sen's rental home in Chitpore's Sarba Khan Road. During the 10-year-old trial, 30 witnesses were examined. The case was initially registered based on a complaint by Partha Sen, the victims' nephew, and the police filed the charge sheet within the stipulated 90-day period, ensuring an in-custody trial. The state demanded maximum punishment, arguing that acts against senior citizens would not be tolerated. The defence counsel plans to appeal the verdict in a higher court. Death penalties by trial courts need to be ratified by the Calcutta High Court.
