California [USA]: California’s Joint Asian American & Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus celebrates its AAPI Heritage Month activities. The celebration kicks off with a social media campaign honoring its 12 honorees. The Joint AAPI Legislative Caucus honored distinguished AAPI leaders from various esteemed organizations. The Caucus recognized these individuals during a special floor ceremony dedicated to honoring leaders who have extensively served and represented AAPI communities. Dr.Manbir Singh is the only Indian out of 12 members from the State of California. As per Dr Manbir Singh, “We are the visible minority and have challenges daily while living over 40 years in the country. While working in the rural mostly Hispanic area still I was awarded as a Grand Marshall of the Christmas parade of 2019. It tells that serving humanity will always rewards you above and beyond race, colour, gender and nationality.” Dr. Singh was recommended by Assembly member from 35th district Dr Jasmeet Kaur Bains who made the history by electing as a first Sikh Assembly Member in the year 2022.

Dr Manbir Singh is a resident of Bakersfield and known for his kindness and community services and a dedicated physician who has given generously of his time, energy, and resources to serve his beloved community, Dr. Singh has been a highly regarded member of the Delano Lions Club since 1997, through which he has actively participated in projects such as annual fireworks celebrations for the community, sponsorships for blind children, school development projects for the Hispanic community, and visitor programs for foreign exchange students. Further evidencing his tireless commitment to the community, Dr. Singh hired a consultant for paramedical and paralegal services in the underdeveloped area of Bakersfield to provide free consultations for migrating Filipinx, Mexican and Indian individuals in regard to their preventive and curative health needs, and he also spent considerable effort educating underrepresented populations in the importance of participating in the United States Census for 2000 and 2010. Apart from this, Dr.Manbir Singh has also been awarded as 50 prominent Sikhs of USA in 2019 & Jewels of India in January 2023.

Dr. Singh has hosted the Sikh Youth Symposium since 1999, encouraging children to take part in community organizing, service learning, and heritage education, and he has also shared his expertise as a member of the Board of the Delano Regional Medical Centre, lectured for the Delano Joint Union High School District and Delano Union School District, provided regular physical examinations to local student athletes, and sponsored local sports teams and events. Dr.Manbir Singh personifies that which is the very best in professional and community leadership, and his myriad achievements attest to the lasting positive impact Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have made both within the State of California and throughout the United States.

According to AAPI, “The AAPILC is honored to recognize these individuals who have demonstrated leadership and character in their work. Their efforts in serving the community have helped many AAPI communities across the state access medical and legal resources and care. The individuals being honored by the AAPI Legislative Caucus represent the very best in their respective fields and highlight the vibrant diversity of the great state. These individuals serve as notable representatives of the AAPI community. Their passions and ambitions in helping AAPIs have created a profound impact in advocating for equal opportunities, enabling AAPI organizations to optimize their goals, and motivating others to do the same. We must acknowledge these individuals for what they have done for AAPIs.” Importantly, caucus is working on the prevention of hate crime and discrimination towards Asian Community and enhancement of the minority Asian community.

London (UK): A ground-breaking publication titled “8 years of Modi Sarkar: A Compilation of Achievements” has taken the Indian diaspora by storm as it was unveiled by Lord Rami Ranger in the prestigious House of Lords at the British Parliament in London. Authored by Sandeep Marwah, President of the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), this monumental work sheds light on the remarkable accomplishments of the Indian government over the past eight years.

The release of this book marks a significant milestone as it represents the first-ever book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be presented within the esteemed halls of the House of Lords. The credit for this commendable feat goes to Sandeep Marwah, whose unwavering dedication and painstaking efforts have encapsulated the comprehensive range of India’s achievements between two hard covers.

Addressing the distinguished guests comprising London’s elite, Lord Rami Ranger expressed his astonishment at the depth and breadth of the accomplishments chronicled within the book. He acknowledged that prior to its publication, the true extent of India’s progress remained largely unknown, making this book an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to familiarize themselves with the government’s multifaceted endeavours.

Sandeep Marwah, speaking at the momentous occasion, emphasized the meticulousness employed in compiling the book’s contents. It features a lucid and concise writing style, presented in a point-wise, department-wise format to ensure accessibility and understanding for a diverse readership. Marwah further emphasized his desire for an international release, aiming to rectify the misinformation that has often permeated global perceptions of India’s accomplishments.

The first copy of the book was presented to the esteemed former President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, before being officially launched in London. The release of this seminal work is poised to illuminate the immense progress and development witnessed in India over the past eight years, dispelling misconceptions and fostering a deeper appreciation for the nation’s remarkable achievements.

“8 years of Modi Sarkar: A Compilation of Achievements” is set to serve as an authoritative reference for individuals, scholars, and policymakers, providing a comprehensive understanding of India’s transformative journey under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

National Day reception of the Republic of Korea was celebrated on December 8, 2022, at the St. Regis Hotel Abu Dhabi, Al Mudhaif Ballroom. The event marked the celebration of “the moment of the Heavens opened” in Korea, a Korean national holiday commemorating the legendary formation of the nation about half a millennia ago. Among the 400 people and delegates who attended the event, included Ambassadors from Japan and China. Minister of State in the United Arab Emirates, Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh was also present at the occasion.

During the event, in his opening remarks, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea in UAE, YooJeh-Seung highlighted the vision of the Korean administration for the upcoming time in future. Korean culture was outlined by the Ambassador in his speech followed by underscoring the bilateral equation between Korea and UAE since 1980.

“The Republic of Korea and the UAE have been building a brotherly relation and a special strategic partnership. Since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1980, both the countries have yielded many achievements in diverse areas such as – the nuclear energy, military and defense Industry, economic and trade cooperation”, stated the Ambassador.

The event witnessed the installation of three special booths, one in support of the World EXPO 2030 BUSAN KOREA, and the other was the Peaceful Unification Advisory Council booth and Korean fruit-tasting booth.

An echo bag with the Busan Expo logo was also given to the guests at the EXPO 2030 booth. The host country of World Expo 2030 will be elected by BIE(Bureau International des Expositions) Member states, gathered in a General Assembly set to take place in November 2023, on the principle of one country, one vote.

The third edition of Youth Ideathon 2023, a ground-breaking festival of ideas, reached its pinnacle on November 19, 2023, with a grand finale held at the prestigious Dogra Hall of IIT Delhi. The event witnessed the final pitch of the top 25 teams from across the country selected from over 1.5 lakh participants, culminating in the announcement of the Top 10 National Winners, each selected for the prestigious Rs 1 lakh ThinkStartup Incubation Award.

Launched on October 6, 2023, at the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) headquarters in New Delhi, Youth Ideathon 2023 is a comprehensive program designed to nurture a startup ecosystem for high-schoolers. A collaborative effort between ThinkStartup and the Management Entrepreneurship Professional Skills Council (MEPSC), under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the initiative aims to instill entrepreneurial thinking among young minds, which aligns with the vision of an Atma Nirbhar Bharat in relation to the country’s economic development.

The five-stage festival of entrepreneurial thinking, featuring rewards and recognition opportunities, climaxed with the bonus sixth stage, where the Top 10 student teams were awarded a coveted Rs 1 lakh Incubation Grant each. ThinkStartup and MEPSC have diligently worked together to guide these young innovators in identifying societal problems, proposing solutions, and transforming prototypes into real-time solutions through financial assistance and relevant industry exposure.

Shivani Singh Kapoor, Founder of ThinkStartup, highlighted the urgency of fostering entrepreneurial thinking in young minds, emphasizing that this transformation is essential in schools. The program incentivizes the efforts of school students and teachers, offering Prototyping Awards of Rs. 15,000 each for the top 25 teams and an incubation grant of Rs. 100,000 each to the top 10 teams.

The Top 10 teams selected for the Rs 1 lakh incubation grant are as follows:

1. MyBionicc Sahara, Bal Bhavan Public School, Delhi

• Creative prosthetics implements developed by young students

2. Netra AI, BGS National Public School, Bengaluru

• A beacon of hope for visually impaired individuals that converts written text and images into voice-modulated speech.

3. Uniconnect, GD Goenka, Vasant Kunj

• A college selection and guidance app developed by students.

4. Team Chote Kadam, Mansukhbhai Kothari National School, Pune

• A college selection and guidance app developed by students.

5. Playpals, Reliance Foundation School, Koparkhairane

• An all-girls team that is solving the challenging of learning barriers faced by slow learners

6. TranQR, RPVV Surajmal Vihar

• A QR code-based attendance system by students that is already in business.

7. Team Ahilya, BR Ambedkar School of Specialised Excellence, New Delhi

8. Safe Spark, BVB Vidyashram, Pratapnagar

• Innovative shoes that empower women’s safety.

9. Tau Neutrino, Springdales School, Pusa Road

10. Team Bricks, Vasant Valley, New Delhi

• An innovative economic solution to address pollution caused by stubble burning.

The event attracted the participation of over 1.5 lakh school students from more than 8000 schools. Additionally, it provided training to over 6000 school teachers on innovation, design, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy in classrooms. The entire program was made accessible to all, due to the generous support from sponsors such as Bajaj Allianz Life, CONCOR Limited, Sheatwork, TIDES Business Incubator of IIT Roorkee, Macmillan, Unlock.fit, and others.

The award ceremony at Dogra Hall of IIT Delhi celebrated not only the achievements of the Top 10 National Winners but also recognized the outstanding contributions of school teachers, mentors, and school principals. Select principals were honored as Principals of Innovation, with Smt Asha Prabhakar of Bal Bharati Public School, Noida, emerging as the National Winner.

The judging panel comprised of esteemed personalities from the startup ecosystem, including angel investors and startup founders such as Ankur Mittal from Inflexion Point Ventures, Rohit Chanana from Sarcha Advisors, and Neeraj Gulati, a serial entrepreneur and the driving force behind the EMC curriculum of Delhi.

The Youth Ideathon 2023 has not only ignited the spirit of innovation in schools but has also set the stage for the next generation of entrepreneurs.

• The brand has expanded from 35 to over 250 stores nationwide since 2017, marking significant growth in a short span
• To celebrate this milestone, the brand opened its 250^th store in Seasons Mall, Pune, reaffirming its commitment to providing top-quality Activewear footwear
• Campus Activewear extends gratitude to valued customers with special offers: shop for Rs. 4999+ for a complimentary wireless earphone or Rs. 3499+ for a free backpack

Campus Activewear, one of India’s largest sports and athleisure footwear brands announces a milestone in its journey towards expansion and growth by achieving the landmark of 250 stores across India. To celebrate this achievement, the company opened its new store in Seasons Mall, Pune as a testament to its commitment to providing high-quality, fashionable, and affordable shoes to customers.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Nikhil Aggarwal, CEO of Campus Activewear Ltd. said, “At Campus Activewear, we have evolved in line with our customers transforming us into a brand that truly understands the changing fashion needs. Therefore, we are not only one of the largest footwear brands in India, we are also the trendiest and the fittest, with a consistent pace of new shoe drops and store openings. As we celebrate our 250^th store, we embrace the spirit of movement, encouraging everyone to join us in revolutionising style, confidence, and self-expression. With an ingenious research and design philosophy, we enable the youth to feel confident with their individuality.”

Since its inception in 2005, the brand has continuously incorporated the latest designs in its product portfolio that resonate with customers’ evolving preferences through innovation, strategic partnerships, and exclusive collaborations. The retail journey of Campus began in 2017 with 35 exclusive brand outlets by 2020, has swiftly expanded its footprint, now boasting over 250 stores across the country. Complemented by a robust online presence, Campus has firmly established its footprint across platforms. This growth echoes the brand’s commitment to providing high-quality sports and athleisure wear to a diverse customer base with its pan-India network, ensuring accessibility.

“Our journey is fuelled by unstoppable energy, propelling us to push ourselves and remain committed to delivering fashion excellence. Putting our customers at the forefront, we extend gratitude for the trust and loyalty they have shown us throughout this journey,” added Mr. Aggarwal.

Campus Activewear has always been at the forefront of fashion innovation and comfort, continuously driving the narrative ahead. Over the years, Campus has evolved its fashion offerings with a commitment to excellence and embracing a customer-first foundation. With an agile, fashion-forward, and segmented approach, Campus boasts an array of trendy designs, in captivating colours, and attractive pricing options for everyone and every occasion. With keen eye for leading global fashion trends, the brand has adopted an Omni-channel sales approach to add significant value to the customer’s journey while serving the latent demand in the market.

To mark this special occasion, Campus Activewear is delighted to present exclusive offers across its stores pan India: shop for Rs. 4999 to enjoy a free wireless earphone or Rs. 3499+ to receive a complimentary backpack, extending gratitude to its valued customers. It’s Campus Activewear’s way of giving back to the customers who have been an integral part of their journey.

Website Link: www.campusactivewear.com.

As Campus Activewear looks forward to the future, the brand focuses on augmenting customers’ style quotient, winning every occasion, and inspiring a generation to make their mark by delivering exceptional products to its ever-growing market base. With 250 stores and counting, Campus Activewear is more accessible than ever before, and there are no signs of slowing down. Campus Activewear aims to emerge as the most preferred athleisure brand in India, and bets big on design and product innovation every single time to provide fashion for consumers’ feet.

About Campus Activewear Ltd.

Campus is India’s largest sports and athleisure footwear brand in terms of value and volume in Fiscal 2021. In 2005, Mr. Hari Krishan Agarwal with his acumen, skill and innovative thinking, started a never-to-end revolution in the footwear industry with Campus Activewear. Today, the flagship brand ‘’Campus’’ has emerged as the biggest domestic sports and athleisure footwear brand in India that offers a diverse product portfolio for the entire family. With the changing market dynamics, Campus sustained its focus on product design and innovation by facilitating access to the latest global trends and styles through fashion forward approach. With over 19000+ multi-brand retail stores, over 200 company’s exclusive outlets, website (campusshoes.com) and amongst one of the top brands available on e-commerce portals, Campus secured its pan India presence while capturing the imagination of millions of people across Omni-channel platforms. The brand offers multiple choices across styles, colour palettes, price points and an attractive product value proposition making Campus, an aspirational brand especially for – young adults, everyday performers and fashionistas. Strengthening the brand’s leadership position in India, Campus recently got listed in May 2022.

In the world of construction, innovation has always been a driving force for progress. fischer, a name synonymous with excellence in fastening solutions, has been at the forefront of pioneering advancements in the construction industry for decades. With an illustrious history dating back to 1958 when the company introduced the patented plastic expansion plug, fischer has consistently pushed the boundaries of what is possible in construction technology. Today, as the Managing Director of fischer India, Mr. Mayank Kalra puts it, fischer offers a comprehensive range of connected products and digital solutions that are transforming the way we plan, construct, and operate buildings.

1. fischer BauBot: Automation in construction

One of fischer’s standout innovations is the fischer BauBot, a marvel of automation in construction. This fully automated robot is a game-changer in the construction industry. It creates drill holes and installs fischer’s fixing solutions in walls, floors, and ceilings with unparalleled precision. When combined with a digital building plan, the BauBot enables near-complete automation and documentation of construction site processes. The benefits are manifold – increased work efficiency, reduced errors, time savings, and lighter workloads for installers, all of which ultimately ensure the project’s success.

2. fischer Construction Monitoring: Intelligent, connected fixing technology

fischer also leads the way in intelligent, connected fixing technology with its Construction Monitoring cloud module. This multiple award-winning solution allows for the monitoring of prestressing forces in fastenings together with sensor-integrated hardware products like SensorAnchor and SensorDisc. With just a tap on a smartphone, the prestressing force of various bolt connections can be monitored and tracked, ensuring the safety and longevity of structures. This real-time data improves maintenance efficiency, sustainability, and safety significantly.

3. fischer BIM solutions: Digital and real elements become one 

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is another area where fischer excels. Their BIM services include digital twins of relevant fischer products and systems, creating a seamless integration of digital and real elements. fischer supports customers with selecting, designing, and modelling fixing and system solutions, providing tailor-made solutions to meet specific project requirements. fischer’s Field to BIM services facilitate surveying, modelling, and as-built documentation, offering a 3D representation of existing structures. BIM to Field Support ensures that planning data seamlessly transitions from a BIM model to the actual construction site, all aided by cutting-edge technology like the BauBot robot.

4. Digital tools for selecting and using products

Efficiency in construction is further enhanced by fischer’s digital tools for selecting and using products. The FiXperience software allows for precise and efficient planning of fixing solutions for entire projects or individual applications. Available both as an online browser version and a desktop version, it complies with international design standards and standards. Additionally, fischer’s FiXperience Online Suite introduces the Finite Element Method (FEM) module, enabling the quick and accurate verification of base plate stiffness and anchor force calculations.

To make their solutions accessible anytime, anywhere, fischer offers the fischer PRO app for Android and iOS devices. This app provides valuable information and functions, such as a product advisor, installation reports, and mortar quantity calculators. Customers can also interact directly with fischer Application Engineers through the app, further streamlining the decision-making process.

For effective communication and project management on construction sites, fischer introduces the Craftnote tradespeople app, adding another layer of digitalization to their extensive range of services.

5. fischer Construction Engineering GmbH: Integrated fastening expertise

In their relentless pursuit of innovation, fischer has integrated their expertise into fischer Construction Engineering GmbH, a subsidiary that specializes in design, BIM modeling, CAD, fire protection, and services. This integration enhances efficiency, safety, and precision in construction, cementing fischer’s position as a leader in the industry.

The fischer Group of Companies

The fischer Group of Companies, headquartered in Waldachtal in Germany’s northern Black Forest, generated sales of 1.14 billion euro in 2022 with a worldwide staff of 5,600 employees. The family-owned company operates 51 subsidiaries in 39 countries and exports to more than 120 countries. It includes the five divisions: fischer fixing systems, fischer Automotive, fischertechnik, fischer Consulting and fischer Electronic Solutions.

fischer fixing systems is the technological market leader in key areas of fixing technology. fischer offers products that deliver technical perfection to a wide range of customers, from do-it-yourselfers to tradespeople to key account partners.

fischer Automotive manufactures high-quality parts for vehicle interiors. The company is highly competent in the plastics processing segment and is an important partner for the automotive industry. Its range of products includes air vents, cup holders, trays and multi-function components.

With its construction kits, fischertechnik is active in both the toymaking and the educational sector. fischertechnik is one of the last remaining toy makers to exclusively develop and produce in Germany.

fischer Consulting evolved from the competence developed in the company itself, which includes the fischer ProcessSystem with its central aim of permanent improvement for the ultimate benefit of the customer. fischer Consulting advises small and medium-sized businesses, government agencies and major companies on their path towards lean and efficient processes.

fischer Electronic Solutions develops and manufactures electronic solutions including product and system developments based on the latest technology as well as custom production orders processed in the company’s own production facilities. As an experienced provider of development and production services for custom systems such as multi-touch solutions made of glass and the corresponding controller units, fischer Electronic Solutions forms the perfect link between the customer and the final product.

For more information, please visit www.fischer.in.