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United News of India
2 days ago
- Health
- United News of India
Yashoda Hospitals to organise Intl Conference on 'AI in Healthcare' on Jun 21
Hyderabad, Jun 20 (UNI) Yashoda Hospitals will be organising an International Conference on 'AI in Healthcare: Revolutionizing Care & Enhancing Lives in Healthcare', at its Hitec City unit here on Saturday. A dedicated startup showcase, supported by Yashoda's innovation cell, will also run throughout the day, offering a platform for emerging technologies to shine. Chief Guest for the inauguration ceremony will be Telangana IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu, said Dr. Chinnababu Sunkavalli, renowned Surgical Oncologist and Clinical Director at Yashoda Hospitals, in a release. The day-long event will bring together global healthcare leaders, AI experts, clinicians, researchers, and policymakers to explore the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, and precision medicine in transforming patient care. This groundbreaking conference will feature thought-provoking keynote speeches, fireside chats, panel discussions, innovation showcases, and dedicated pharma tracks, offering valuable insights into AI integration across diagnostics, treatment, and delivery systems. The sessions are divided across key themes: Foundations of AI in Healthcare; AI-Driven Care Models; Clinical Precision & Personalization; Innovation in Oncology and Startup & Industry Collaborations. The event will host an esteemed lineup of speakers, including Dr. Michael D. Howell, Chief Clinical Officer at Google Health, Mr. J. Satyanarayana, former IT Secretary of India, and Dr. Chinnababu Sunkavalli. UNI KNR RKM
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Embrace AI while preserving traditional knowledge systems: HP governor to young scientists
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday urged young scientists to embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) while also preserving and integrating traditional knowledge systems . He made the statement during the two-day International Conference of the Him Science Congress Association organised here. Asserting that the true purpose of scientific research should be the welfare of humanity and not its destruction, Shukla remarked that science and technology must align with local traditions, indigenous wisdom , and nature to be truly meaningful. "As we enter a new era of technology, it is crucial to link our rich heritage of knowledge with modern innovation. Conferences like this were a step in that direction," he said in a statement. He also noted that India can play a decisive role in global well-being if the younger generation is inspired to research and value national legacy. Live Events The governor also expressed concern over rising pollution levels in the hill state and emphasised that such challenges can be addressed through traditional ecological wisdom. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories Citing the example of indigenous advancements, he stated that India's fully indigenous BrahMos missile system is a testament to the importance of research in knowledge systems. He further expressed hope that scholars from diverse scientific disciplines would use this platform to present research outcomes that address contemporary issues related to innovation, sustainability, and societal needs. PTI
Business Standard
07-06-2025
- Health
- Business Standard
India Ramps Up Community Preparedness for Disasters: CBDM India 2025 in Bengaluru to Champion Health Resilience and Local Response
PNN Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 7: As India and its neighbours continue to confront the double threat of increasing natural disasters and unpredictable man-made crises--including the recent cross-border tensions in northern districts--CBDM India 2025 emerges as a timely national response mechanism rooted in community resilience and emergency health preparedness. The International Conference on 'Disaster Resilience: Community-Based Systems to Save Lives and Preserve Health' will be held on June 20-21 at the JN Tata Auditorium, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, with a Pre-Conference Workshop on June 19 at the Indian Railways Institute of Disaster Management (IRIDM). -Against the backdrop of natural disasters and the recent border conflict, CBDM India on June 20-21 will showcase people-centric disaster management systems to protect lives & preserve health - A Pre-Conference Workshop on June 19 will provide practical training in rapid response, triage, community mobilization, and emergency communications at IRIDM, Bengaluru Organised by JeevaRaksha Trust, in collaboration with Indian Institute of Science, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Government of Karnataka, Indian Medical Association (IMA) Saragur, Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement, IRIDM, and premier national agencies including NDMA, ISRO, and NIMHANS, this global platform reflects India's growing commitment to proactive, inclusive disaster readiness. From flash floods and heatwaves to border hostilities and civil emergencies, the call for empowered, prepared communities has never been louder. The conference will feature keynote insights from Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd), PVSM, Member, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Government of India. His unique civil-military perspective--especially in conflict-prone zones like Kashmir--will add strategic depth to discussions on disaster coordination in high-risk border and rural areas. Dr. (Flt Lt) M.A. Balasubramanya, Managing Trustee of JeevaRaksha and Chairman of the Organising Committee, said, "In disaster situations--whether caused by nature or conflict--every life saved is a victory of preparedness. The recent Indo-Pak flare-ups in border areas are a reminder that India must be ready not just with diplomacy or arms, but also with health, speed, and compassion. We must train our people, strengthen our health systems, and localise our response." CBDM India 2025 will tackle urgent priorities such as local risk mapping, public health intervention strategies, disaster psychology, digital alert systems, and inter-sectoral coordination. Sessions will explore how community-based models can be integrated with national response systems to create a more agile, informed, and resilient India. The conference will also offer hands-on workshops and case studies from India and the Global South, making it a knowledge hub for low-resource but high-impact solutions. "This is not just a technical event. It is a convergence of policy, science, public health, and lived realities. We are gathering voices from the field--doctors, emergency workers, village leaders, and military medics--to build a framework that saves lives when seconds matter. Whether it's a landslide, flash flood, or border shelling, it's the community that responds first," added Dr. Ram K Nair, Technical Director of JeevaRaksha and Organising Secretary, CBDM 2025. The conference expects participation from over 800 delegates, including officials from disaster management authorities, armed forces, healthcare institutions, academia, civil society, and youth networks. Institutions such as Armed Forces Medical Services, IISc, ISRO, Karnataka State Disaster Management Authority, and NIMHANS will lend technical support and vision. Adding a public health lens, Dr. Prakash K H, CEO of JeevaRaksha, said, "The idea that only governments or uniformed forces handle disasters is outdated. It's time to put people at the centre. This conference will show how villages, wards, hospitals, and schools can become strongholds of resilience. A JeevaRaksha-trained teacher or a connected ASHA can make the difference between life and loss in those first critical moments." CBDM India 2025 also opens the floor to innovation, inviting paper and poster submissions showcasing real-world solutions, best practices, and policy recommendations. The Pre-Conference Workshop on June 19 will provide practical training in rapid response, triage, community mobilisation, and emergency communications at IRIDM, Bengaluru. In a time of compounded crises--raging rivers and restless borders--CBDM India 2025 is India's declaration of readiness, rooted not just in policy, but in people. About JeevaRaksha JeevaRaksha Trust (JR), a special-purpose vehicle established by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, and Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement, offers skill courses in Emergency Care. These unique, comprehensive university-certified courses equip doctors, nurses, paramedics, and the public with essential skills to enhance the emergency care response system and save lives. JR has three verticals to strengthen its mission, namely, Emergency Skills Education, Research & Development, and Relief & Rehabilitation, with a strong emphasis on inclusive and innovative disaster management solutions.
Hindustan Times
06-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
CJI Gavai hails decision to allow foreign lawyers to practise in India
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan R Gavai on Thursday welcomed the Bar Council of India's (BCI) decision to allow foreign lawyers and law firms to practise foreign law in India, terming it a crucial step in opening up India's legal ecosystem to global best practices and elevating the country's status as an international arbitration hub. Delivering the keynote address at the 3rd Edition of the International Conference on 'Arbitrating Indo-UK Commercial Disputes' in London, CJI Gavai said: 'The decision of the Bar Council of India will provide a pathway to introduce global best practices in the Indian arbitration ecosystem which will be effective in increasing the overall quality of arbitration in India.' The CJI was referring to the BCI's notification on May 14 this year, that formally brought into effect the rules for the registration and regulation of foreign lawyers and foreign law firms in India. These rules permit foreign lawyers to practise only non-litigious matters involving foreign law, international law and arbitration, especially in cross-border and commercial disputes. 'Foreign lawyers may participate in international commercial arbitration conducted in India, provided such arbitration involves foreign or international law, thereby promoting India as a viable destination for international arbitration without compromising the rights of Indian legal professionals,' he said. Until this regulatory change, foreign lawyers were barred from practising in India unless they met the stringent requirements under the Advocates Act, 1961. Even non-litigious work was largely off limits unless done through the narrow 'fly-in, fly-out' channel. The CJI noted that the legal and business communities of India and the UK were growing increasingly interconnected. 'This strong camaraderie is well-positioned to foster the expansion of the arbitration ecosystem in both countries in the near future,' he added. Justice Gavai further emphasised that India's aspiration to become a preferred venue for international arbitration required more than just legal infrastructure: 'It is not an overstatement to say that for India to become a leading hub for international commercial arbitration, the international arbitration community must have access to high-quality, independent and impartial arbitrators, both as a matter of fact and of perception,' he said. Highlighting the need for robust institutional support, CJI Gavai pointed to India's recent growth in home-grown arbitration centres such as the Delhi International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), Mumbai Centre for International Arbitration (MCIA), the India Arbitration and Mediation Centre in Hyderabad, and the Nani Palkhivala Arbitration Centre. He also cited the central government's 2019 move to establish the India International Arbitration Centre in New Delhi. 'These centres strive for professionalism, efficiency, transparency, and impartiality in arbitral proceedings by providing high quality of arbitral services and by maintaining panels of accredited arbitrators both at national and international level,' he said. The CJI acknowledged that India had much to learn from the UK's experience. 'India can learn extensively from the United Kingdom, which has some of the world's leading arbitral institutions here in London such as the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)…These institutions are known for their access to the most eminent arbitrators, efficient, flexible, and impartial administration of arbitration and other alternate dispute resolution proceedings,' he added. Stressing the finality and certainty of arbitral awards as a core strength of international arbitration, the CJI said, 'The finality of an arbitral award is the most crucial aspect in international commercial arbitration. It ensures that once an award is rendered, it is conclusive and binding on the parties involved, providing them with certainty and closure.' The BCI's 2025 notification builds on its earlier 2023 framework, which had laid the groundwork for regulating foreign legal practice while protecting the interests of Indian lawyers. It introduces a reciprocity-based model that also allows Indian law firms and advocates to register as foreign legal consultants in jurisdictions abroad without giving up their rights to practise Indian law domestically. To ensure oversight and prevent unfair competition, the rules impose strict registration and renewal norms, including documentation on legal qualifications, no-objection certificates, and declarations of compliance. The move is being seen as part of India's effort to modernise its legal services market.
India Gazette
05-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
ICA conference reaffirms arbitration's central role in cross-border dispute resolution across India-UK economic corridor
New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Indian Council of Arbitration (ICA) organised the 3rd edition of its International Conference on 'Arbitrating Indo-UK Commercial Disputes' during the London International Disputes Week (LIDW) 2025, where Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai recapitulated the huge potential of growth in the India-UK economic corridor, aided by a robust cross-border commercial dispute resolution mechanism. The symposium laid emphasis on 'Synergising India UK Arbitration Practices' with dedicated panel discussions on 'Hybrid Dispute Resolution Models in Indo-UK Commercial Conflicts' and 'Bridging Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in India-UK to Enhance Trade & Investment,' according to the Ministry of Law and Justice. In a packed hall of legal luminaries and other stakeholders, Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, Chief Justice of India, inaugurated the Conference by delivering the inaugural address. 'The very foundation of the concept of arbitration and mediation can be found in Indian traditional values, where disputes were referred to the elders of the village. As India continues to solidify its position as a major player in the world economy, the significance of arbitration institutions is becoming increasingly important in enhancing India's standing as a hub for arbitration,' CJI said. Arjun Ram Meghwal, Union Minister of Law & Justice, while delivering the keynote address, highlighted that 'Our Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the 'National Initiative towards Strengthening Arbitration and Enforcement ' concluded in India, organised on October 23, 2016, has highlighted the importance of ADR. Hence, there was a need to simultaneously facilitate a vibrant ecosystem for alternate dispute resolution, including arbitration, mediation and conciliation. This will provide additional comfort to investors and business. More importantly, it will also ease the case load on Indian Courts'. During the inaugural session, the Rt Hon Lord Michael Briggs of Westbourne, Judge Supreme Court of the UK, stated in his keynote address that 'The statutory arbitration regimes in India and the UK are similar yet also different. In both, the statutory regime is embedded in our shared fabric of common law, which has for centuries recognised the right to a fair hearing in court. The recent signing of the India-UK FTA and the enhanced cooperation in terms of arbitral frameworks, replacing the mechanism of litigation for commercial dispute resolution, holds the potential to enhance the bilateral economic relations in times that come'. Vikram K Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom, in his special address highlighted 'The India-UK FTA is India's most ambitious FTA to date. It isn't just about the figures; it opens up government procurements on equal footing with British companies and spans a range of services and sectors to let both our countries benefit. The growth of commerce invites the growth of disputes unavoidably. However, eventually an efficient and effective dispute resolution is what will enhance innovation & private sector ingenuity, aiding the growth of commerce across the jurisdictions. In his welcome address, NG Khaitan, President, ICA & Senior Partner, Khaitan & Co highlighted, 'The Indian arbitral landscape is pro-arbitration which heightens investor confidence making India a preferred destination for international commercial dispute resolution. The New India is most cost effective and with best of arbitrators and mediators to aid commercial dispute resolution. Between 2016 & 2025, India mediated 7,57,000 through mediation in Lok Adalat, highest globally. This shows the reliability and trust the institution has garnered'. Arun Chawla, Director General, ICA and former DG FICCI, in his opening remarks underscored that, 'The base and promise of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is unmistakable: to enhance bilateral trade to USD 120 billion by 2030. This ambition is supported by greater services interoperability and increased professional mobility, especially for legal professionals, which holds particular significance. Legislative reforms in both jurisdictions are working tirelessly to advance this vision.' Karishma Vora, Barrister 39 Essex Chambers, London & Member of the ICA International Advisory Committee delivered the vote of thanks, emphasising the commonalities of dispute resolution in the UK & India within the India-UK economic corridor. ICA is one of the oldest arbitral institution in India, established in 1965 with prominent co-founders Government of India & FICCI (India's apex & largest chamber for commerce and industry) among others. We have been a trailblazer in institutional arbitration with highest adjudication rate of arbitration matters in India. Annually, the ICA adjudicates claims exceeding Rs 4000 crores (approximately USD 470 million), highlighting its significant role in dispute resolution. In addition to its role in spearheading institutional arbitration in India, ICA also has role in propagating and popularizing idea of ADR mechanisms, of disseminating information and educational material concerning arbitration processes and law. (ANI)
