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The Hindu
09-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Temporary solution to supply crisis at SCTIMST
The crisis that evolved at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) following supply shortage of cath lab materials used for interventional radiology procedures seems to have had a temporary resolution, with the institute reaching an interim agreement with HLL Lifecare Ltd. for the procurement and supply of materials. At a meeting called by the Director of SCTIMST with HLL Lifecare Ltd. here on Monday, it was decided that the latter would procure and supply the high-end cath lab materials required by the institute through its AMRIT (Affordable Medicines and Reliable Implants for Treatment) retail pharmacy network, so that the immediate crisis at SCTIMST, which had resulted in a total halt to all neuro interventional procedures, can be resolved. Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Tourism Suresh Gopi was also present at the meeting, along with senior faculty members of the institute. The supply shortage of cath lab materials had reached a situation wherein the doctors at the Imaging Sciences and Interventional Radiology department had informed the director that from Monday, they would not be performing any interventional procedures till a regular and uninterrupted supply of materials could be ensured. Without an MoU 'It would require a lot of paperwork and legal vetting before we can enter into a formal MoU with HLL Lifecare Ltd. so that steady procurement through the AMRIT pharmacy network is possible. However, in view of the current crisis, HLL Lifecare has agreed to ensure uninterrupted supply of cath lab materials for us even without the MoU. We hope to resume interventional procedures at the hospitalmaybe within a week,' a senior administrative official at SCTIMST told The Hindu. 'For the past two years, the institute has been trying to shift to a new procurement system and this involved a lot of process delays. In 2023, we renewed the rate contract with 24 medical device companies who had been our suppliers for the past several years. The current crisis resulted when four companies, who had the monopoly over the specific materials, refused to go with the 2023 prices and in effect, pulled the rug from under our feet,' he added. Mostly imported materials He added that the Institute now has the option of procurement through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal as well as AMRIT, which is also a fair price initiative under the Health ministry. However, there have been many quality concern issues and technical rejections due to non-conformance to specifications under the GeM. Most of the materials used by the interventional radiology department are imported, many of which do not have Indian substitutes. While the meeting was on, a group of Youth Congress activists had barged into the SCTIMST, protesting against the disruption in patient care. A minor scuffle ensued, but the protesters were pacified by the director. In a statement here, CPI(M) district secretary V. Joy, MLA, claimed that the Union government was systematically trying to undermine the functioning of the SCTIMST.
Business Standard
01-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University deepen partnership with launch of Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT)
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 1: In a significant move to strengthen India's manufacturing capabilities, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and Deakin University, Australia, launched the Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT), a strategic bilateral initiative aimed at advancing next-generation manufacturing technologies, innovation, and workforce development. AMRIT builds on more than five years of collaboration between IITH and Deakin University, testifying far-reaching future impact possible through strategic institutional partnerships. This new venture is all set to drive research excellence in areas such as additive manufacturing, smart materials, lightweight composites, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies. It also aims to catalyse the transformation of India's manufacturing sector by bridging academic research with industry needs. "AMRIT represents a forward-looking step in collaborative innovation, designed to equip India's manufacturing sector with the tools, talent, and technology to lead globally. It is an extension of a longstanding multidimensional partnership with Deakin University, and I expect great outcomes through it," said Professor B.S. Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad. At the heart of the initiative is a focus on capacity building. AMRIT will offer training, certification, and mobility programs to equip professionals and students with the skills required in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. It will serve as a launchpad for collaborative PhD programs, joint master's programs, and supervision, along with a strong focus on entrepreneurship through startup incubation. Seed funding of AUD 150,000 from Deakin University and a matching contribution from IIT Hyderabad of AUD 75,000 will support the initial three-year phase, covering research mobility, joint academic programs, workshops, and operational activities. Both institutions also aim to seek further bilateral support from Indian and Australian government funding bodies, including SPARC and AISRF, as well as partnerships with industry and R & D organisations. "We look forward to deepening our partnership with IIT Hyderabad through AMRIT. It is an inspiring model of how international collaboration can empower research, innovation, and talent development to advance mutually beneficial outcomes," said Professor Iain Martin, Vice Chancellor, Deakin University. Expected to generate high-impact research outcomes, foster innovation ecosystems, and produce a future-ready workforce, AMRIT is positioned to contribute directly to India's ambitions of becoming a global hub for advanced manufacturing. "Deakin has had a deep and enduring commitment to India for nearly three decades. AMRIT is the next big step in our journey aimed at creating a holistic platform for research, innovation, and skill-building that will shape the future of manufacturing. It reflects our vision to co-create solutions with India that have global relevance and impact," said Ravneet Pawha, Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia), Deakin University. Over the past five years, IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University have nurtured a robust and evolving partnership rooted in academic and research collaboration. The two institutions have worked closely through a Joint Doctoral Program (30 students of IITH are pursuing JDP with Deakin), faculty and student exchanges, and joint research initiatives, particularly in the areas of advanced manufacturing and materials. The launch of AMRIT marks the next big step in this journey, elevating their shared vision to create global impact through innovation, skilling, and knowledge exchange. To find out more about the Deakin University and IIT Hyderabad partnership, please visit Deakin South Asia Partnerships. About Deakin University: Established in 1974, Deakin University successfully combines excellence in teaching, research and effective partnerships with industry and government to deliver high-quality courses and undertake research that makes a difference to the domestic and international communities it serves. Deakin's South Asia operations commenced in 1994 at New Delhi, India, making it one of the first overseas education provider to set operations in this region. Here, Deakin engages with the government, industry, and academia to share its vibrant culture of education and research. To find out more please visit About IIT Hyderabad: IITH, established in 2008, has reached a respectable position in academics, research, technology development and Startups in the short span of 16 years. In the recent Indian National Ranking (NIRF-2024), IITH is ranked 3rd in Innovation and 8th among Engineering institutes in India. IITH has been striving for excellence in academics, research, technology development and the startup ecosystem with a motto of "Inventing & Innovating in Technology for Humanity (IITH)". With 325+ full-time faculty and 5,300+ students (PG+PhD students accounting for about 60%), IITH has a strong research focus with ~4500 projects worth of Rs. 1400+ Cr of R & D funding (Rs. 335+ Cr in 2024-25), 11,500+ publications, 2,15,000+ citations, 500+ Patents (210 patents in 2024 and a commitment to "Patent a Day: Mission 365" for 2025 to earn 365 patents by the end of 2025), and about 260+ Startups (that have generated 1100+ jobs with a revenue of Rs. 1500+ Cr). The attached documents will give you a brief about IITH. Photo:
Business Upturn
01-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University deepen partnership with launch of Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT)
HYDERABAD, India , May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a significant move to strengthen India's manufacturing capabilities, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and Deakin University , Australia , launched the Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT), a strategic bilateral initiative aimed at advancing next-generation manufacturing technologies, innovation, and workforce development. AMRIT builds on more than five years of collaboration between IITH and Deakin University , testifying far-reaching future impact possible through strategic institutional partnerships. This new venture is all set to drive research excellence in areas such as additive manufacturing, smart materials, lightweight composites, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies. It also aims to catalyse the transformation of India's manufacturing sector by bridging academic research with industry needs. 'AMRIT represents a forward-looking step in collaborative innovation, designed to equip India's manufacturing sector with the tools, talent, and technology to lead globally. It is an extension of a longstanding multidimensional partnership with Deakin University , and I expect great outcomes through it,' said Professor B.S. Murty , Director, IIT Hyderabad. At the heart of the initiative is a focus on capacity building. AMRIT will offer training, certification, and mobility programs to equip professionals and students with the skills required in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. It will serve as a launchpad for collaborative PhD programs, joint master's programs, and supervision, along with a strong focus on entrepreneurship through startup incubation. Seed funding of AUD 150,000 from Deakin University and a matching contribution from IIT Hyderabad of AUD 75,000 will support the initial three-year phase, covering research mobility, joint academic programs, workshops, and operational activities. Both institutions also aim to seek further bilateral support from Indian and Australian government funding bodies, including SPARC and AISRF, as well as partnerships with industry and R&D organisations. 'We look forward to deepening our partnership with IIT Hyderabad through AMRIT. It is an inspiring model of how international collaboration can empower research, innovation, and talent development to advance mutually beneficial outcomes,' said Professor Iain Martin , Vice Chancellor, Deakin University . Expected to generate high-impact research outcomes, foster innovation ecosystems, and produce a future-ready workforce, AMRIT is positioned to contribute directly to India's ambitions of becoming a global hub for advanced manufacturing. ' Deakin has had a deep and enduring commitment to India for nearly three decades. AMRIT is the next big step in our journey aimed at creating a holistic platform for research, innovation, and skill-building that will shape the future of manufacturing. It reflects our vision to co-create solutions with India that have global relevance and impact,' said Ravneet Pawha , Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO ( South Asia ), Deakin University . Over the past five years, IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University have nurtured a robust and evolving partnership rooted in academic and research collaboration. The two institutions have worked closely through a Joint Doctoral Program (30 students of IITH are pursuing JDP with Deakin ), faculty and student exchanges, and joint research initiatives, particularly in the areas of advanced manufacturing and materials. The launch of AMRIT marks the next big step in this journey, elevating their shared vision to create global impact through innovation, skilling, and knowledge exchange. To find out more about the Deakin University and IIT Hyderabad partnership, please visit Deakin South Asia Partnerships. About Deakin University : Established in 1974, Deakin University successfully combines excellence in teaching, research and effective partnerships with industry and government to deliver high-quality courses and undertake research that makes a difference to the domestic and international communities it serves. Deakin's South Asia operations commenced in 1994 at New Delhi, India , making it one of the first overseas education provider to set operations in this region. Here, Deakin engages with the government, industry, and academia to share its vibrant culture of education and research. To find out more please visit About IIT Hyderabad: IITH, established in 2008, has reached a respectable position in academics, research, technology development and Startups in the short span of 16 years. In the recent Indian National Ranking (NIRF-2024), IITH is ranked 3rd in Innovation and 8th among Engineering institutes in India . IITH has been striving for excellence in academics, research, technology development and the startup ecosystem with a motto of 'Inventing & Innovating in Technology for Humanity (IITH)'. With 325+ full-time faculty and 5,300+ students (PG+PhD students accounting for about 60%), IITH has a strong research focus with ~4500 projects worth of Rs. 1400+ Cr of R&D funding (Rs. 335+ Cr in 2024-25), 11,500+ publications, 2,15,000+ citations, 500+ Patents (210 patents in 2024 and a commitment to 'Patent a Day: Mission 365' for 2025 to earn 365 patents by the end of 2025), and about 260+ Startups (that have generated 1100+ jobs with a revenue of Rs. 1500+ Cr). The attached documents will give you a brief about IITH. Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PR Newswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
