The 20th World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery (WCES 2024) was held in October at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre. The event is organised by the International Federation of Societies of Endoscopic Surgeons (IFSES) and the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons (IAGES). Experts discussed the field of Minimal Access & GI Endoscopic Surgery.
The Aveir VR single chamber ventricular pacing system is the world’s only leadless pacemaker with a unique mapping capability to assess correct positioning prior to placement.
Team Omez Antacid of Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Limited, in association with The Brand Brewery Private Limited, creates a record in the India Book of Records and the Asia Book of Records for the installation of the largest solar-powered torch, ‘Shakti ka Pratik—The Symbol of Strength’, as part of the campaign ‘Freedom for Her’, symbolising the health and well-being of women.
Institutions like Mongrace Montessori House, a Montessori school at Short Street, Camac Street, Kolkata, came up with an innovative idea to organise a programme aimed at teaching children the values of environmental responsibility.
Dev Deepawali has been celebrated on the full moon night of Kartik month. This is considered to be a major festival where the ghats of Varanasi are lit up with thousands of diyas or oil lamps. The festival happens fifteen days after Diwali, honouring the victory of Lord Shiva over the demon Tripurasura.
Stitching sustainability: Dying art of rafu can help mitigate climate change
The world of luxury jewellery is undergoing a significant transformation, thanks to the rise of lab-grown diamonds. These man-made gems are revolutionising the industry by offering a more accessible, ethical, and innovative alternative to mined diamonds.
2 September 2024, marks Tolkien’s 51st death anniversary, yet the relevance of his literary work is far from diminished. He is immortal in the annals of world literature, and The Lord of the Rings continues to shine brightly in the hearts of readers all around the globe.
Black coffee has been proven to have several positive effects on the human body. However, consuming excessive amounts on an empty stomach can cause irritation, giving rise to feelings of bloating, cramps and acid reflux.
At its core, the international award-winning documentary film “Walking With M”, directed by Akash Sagar Chopra, grandson of Ramanand Sagar (son of Moti Sagar) of Ramayan fame, embodies the indomitable spirit of humanity and traces the story behind one man’s unfathomable attempt to ignite this flame of hope and peace.
