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IBM has unveiled the IBM Quantum Heron, the first utility-scale quantum processor, at the annual IBM Quantum Summit. The processor has been designed to deliver the highest performance metrics and lowest error rates of any IBM Quantum processor to date. IBM also unveiled the IBM Quantum System Two, the company's first modular quantum computer, which has started operations in Yorktown Heights, New York, with three IBM Heron processors and supporting control electronics. IBM's Quantum Heron processor is released, offering a five-fold improvement in error reduction over its predecessor, Quantum Eagle. IBM Quantum System Two is launched with three Heron processors,…

People often ignore head injuries without noticing any visible damage, disregarding the unseen, invisible damage beneath the surface. The brain's contents are precious, and it's crucial for those who hit their head to get a proper diagnosis to eliminate or identify potential traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), ensuring a safe and healthy lifestyle.Dr. Kumar Raj, Consultant and Head Emergency Medicine at ILS Hospital, Kolkata, states that India has the highest rate of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), injuring nearly 500,000 people annually. Despite being common, 71% of TBI cases are mild. He stated "TBI can be serious, and when undiagnosed and untreated,…

NSDC International (NSDCI), Baton Transport, a European road transport company and Anywhere Jobs are partnering to address Europe's shortage of skilled trailer drivers by mobilizing Indian drivers and empowering women in the trucking industry. Europe is facing a significant shortage of trailer drivers, with demand outpacing the workforce. Anywhere Jobs has onboarded 30 highly qualified drivers for Baton Transport through a hiring drive in Delhi, highlighting the need for innovative solutions.  On the partnership, Mr. Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC and MD of NSDC International, offered his valuable insights on this initiative, highlighting the great opportunities for women to…

Nestlé India was recognized for its innovative product innovation in mainstreaming millets at the prestigious "International Nutri-Cereal Convention 5.0" by Nutrihub, ICAR-IIMR. The event, hosted by Nutrihub and IIMR-ICAR, united stakeholders in the millets eco-system, showcasing Nestlé India's dedication to excellence and innovation in the food industry, including policymakers, producers, researchers, and NGOs. Nestlé India's initiatives to promote millets highlight its commitment to promote sustainable and diverse food options while supporting farmers and local communities, contributing to the betterment of the agricultural sector, and generating positive social impact. Nestlé India's millet-focused strategy aims to significantly impact the food industry by…

Scottie Scheffler completed his job, possibly left incomplete in his first two visits in 2021 and 2022, by finishing second at the Hero World Challenge. He stayed bogey free on the final day for a 68 to win the 2023 World Hero Challenge, an event he confessed he had watched for a good part of his life. Scheffler, who received his Tiger Trophy from Woods and Hero MotoCorp Executive Chairman Dr. Pawan Munjal, expressed his excitement about the opportunity to participate in the Hero World Challenge two years ago. He stated “I had seen the Hero World Challenge pretty much…

On December 3, the Federation of Indian Thalassemics, Hemophilia Federation, and NASCO hosted a webinar titled "Blood Disorders – The Invisible Disability" to highlight the often-overlooked challenges faced by individuals with blood disorders, in honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The webinar facilitated discussions among experts, advocates, and affected individuals about the hidden struggles of individuals with blood disorders, emphasizing the concept of "invisible disability." Addressing the audience, Anuj Wadehra, Co-Founder, Thalassemia Patients Advocacy Group,stated, "The exclusion of thalassemia from the Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) mission is disheartening, and there is a compelling argument for its inclusion." Shri…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has opened its 25th customer touchpoint in the North-East region of India and its second in Arunachal Pradesh, marking a significant step towards its 'Customers First' strategy, ensuring seamless access to top-notch products and services. The new 3S (Sales, Service, and Spares) facility located opposite Bakins Democrat School, NH-51, 2nd Mile Pasighat was inaugurated in the presence of Mr. Teli Tada Camdir, Dealer Principal of Camdir Toyota along with TKM’s senior executives - Mr. Tadashi Asazuma, Executive Vice President and Head of Sales, Service & Used Car, Mr. Arun G Nair, General Manager Associate (Strategic Business…

Dr. Elankumaran K, a senior consultant at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, specializes in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery, focusing on liver diseases and transplantation. Provide consultation for Liver Disorders, Alcoholic Liver Disease, Liver Cancer, Fatty Liver Disease, Hepatitis B &C, Jaundice, Liver Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, Blood vomiting, Abdominal Distention. Dr. Elankumaran K will be available for consultation, on Friday 8th December 2023, Apollo Hotels (Chennai) Regional Office, Diamond Prestige Building, Room no -405, 4th Floor, 41A, AJC Bose Road, Kolkata 700017.For booking an appointment please call: 80173 63636 / 6292233636

Durex The Birds and Bees Talk (TBBT) program, an initiative by Reckitt, has partnered with Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS) as the Health Partner for World AIDS Day 2023 celebrations. Aligned with the World Health Organization's theme 'Let Communities Lead,' the program aims to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS among students and teachers.The event, organized by SSACS in collaboration with National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), featured the SOFIYUM Music Festival, showcasing performances by Gangtok's own SOFIYUM and hip hop artist Sudarshan Rai. Sudarshan Rai's socially conscious lyrics emphasized the key pillars of the Durex TBBT curriculum, focusing on consent, equity,…

Dr. S. Ganapathy Krishnan, a plastic surgeon with MBBS, MS, and Mch, specializes in hand injuries, burns, trauma, microsurgery, and cosmetic surgery. Offers reconstruction services for various conditions such as congenital/ traumatic doformities, cleft lip and palate, and facial injuries. Patients can also undergo reduction surgery for filarial legs, cosmetic surgery like hair transplantation, nose correction, breast reduction, and liposuction for contouring the chin. Patients are requested to register their names with necessary documents. Dr. S. Krishnan, will be conducting a consultation on December  9th, 2023, at the Apollo Hospitals Chennai Regional Office “DIAMOND PRESTIGE" Building, Room - 405, 4th…