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Students in Nagaland are made awareness of "financial literacy."

On January 28, the North East Institute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR), Chümoukedima, in partnership with the State Bank of India (SBI), Regional Business Office, Dimapur, held an event to raise awareness of "Financial Literacy for Students of Social Work." Regional Business Office of SBI funded the initiative.

Ksh Rameshwar Singh, chief manager (financial inclusion), and Kenedy Ningthoujam, manager (SBD), both from SBI's Regional Business Office Dimapur, were resource individuals, according to NEISSR Desk. Rameshwar spoke financial literacy for youth and informed students about various social security programmes as part of the financial inclusion initiatives carried out by the Indian government in collaboration with banks. Kenedy Ningthoujam discussed the significance of having strong digital banking abilities and the need to do so. He taught users how to use the YONO app and YONO currency. He urged the students to investigate the numerous digital tools at their disposal and explained how WhatsApp can also be used as a tool for money management.

Increasing access to services to prevent and lower the likelihood of cervical cancer during Cervical Health Awareness Month

Dr Vishal Sehgal, President of Portea Medical, emphasises that while a cheap and widely available vaccination can reduce the incidence of cervical cancer in India, other obstacles must also be removed. This can be accomplished by enhancing screening programmes and conducting widespread awareness campaigns to dispel vaccine-related fallacies.

Gynecological malignancies are becoming more prevalent in India, and cervical cancer is still the second most common malignancy among women there. 9.4% of all cancer cases and 18.3% (123,907) of all new cases in India in 2020 were related to it. With an anticipated 604,000 new cases in 2020, cervical cancer will rank as the fourth most frequent malignancy in women worldwide. In 2020, the predicted 342,000 fatalities from cervical cancer took place in low- and middle-income nations, accounting for almost 90% of the total.

Human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted infection, is responsible for almost 95% of occurrences of cervical cancer (STI). Low literacy and awareness, poor screening, social inequity, stigma, and poverty are some of the main causes of the increase in cases.

A pap test, which helps identify any abnormalities in the cervix's cells, is used to detect cervical cancer. Once this is completed, it will be feasible to initiate therapy quickly and stop the cancer from spreading.

How far have we come in India in terms of treatment and prevention?

The HPV vaccine and screening are two proven methods to lower cervical cancer. The condition can be prevented with vaccination, and early diagnosis through screening results in a better prognosis. The WHO unveiled a global plan to hasten cervical cancer eradication. It suggested that 70% of women be examined twice in their lifetime, 90% of women with cervical cancer receive the necessary treatment, and 90% of girls should receive the HPV vaccine by the time they are 15 years old. The situation is drastically different in India, where the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Stroke only recommends opportunistic screening (NPCDCS).

Given the limited resources, mandatory screening for HPV and vaccination are not even close to being possible. The HPV vaccination was first made available in 2008, although it is still not a part of the National Immunization Program. A vaccination that is at least ten times less expensive than the prior ones was just introduced. In addition to resolving the issue of pricing, it is hoped that this would result in more women receiving vaccinations. However, this is only a small portion of the issue. Before we get to the immunisation stage, there are still a few obstacles. The Indian community has very little knowledge regarding cervical cancer. Add to this the stigma attached to the illness, which prevents immunisation. This is because sexual activity is linked to cervical cancer, which further decreases people's willingness to act or speak out about it.

The function of at-home care

Cervical cancer can be prevented in part through vaccination and in part through screening. However, numerous studies have found that the readiness of facilities for cervical cancer screening varies greatly across India. This is made worse by the infrastructural and staffing gaps at the primary and secondary care levels, which pose a significant obstacle to the screening and immunisation processes. Studies imply that healthcare system quality and health policies have an impact on how people screen for cervical cancer. Public-private cooperation are crucial in this situation. It is possible to reach out to more women across all age groups by enhancing primary care through home-based screening and vaccination. Today's top outpatient care organisations in India have the ability to lead in this area.

The next step

While a cheap and widely available vaccine can reduce the incidence of cervical cancer in India, other obstacles must also be removed. This can be accomplished by boosting screening programmes and running widespread awareness campaigns to dispel vaccine-related fallacies. In this context, home healthcare plays a crucial role. In terms of a long-term, sustainable solution to India's rising cervical cancer burden, this is the only path ahead.

Dulhasti Power Station developed a COVID-19 pandemic awareness campaign.

Srinagar, 25 January (Scoop News) – On January 25, 2023, Dulhasti Power Station held a public awareness campaign to combat the global illness COVID-19. Dr. Nisha Sharma, General Manager (Medical Services), detailed the new COVID-19 variant, Omicron BF7, during the awareness campaign. The General Manager (Medical Services) discussed Omicron BF7 symptoms and preventive measures.

In his remarks, Shri M.K. Kashyap, Group General Manager (In-charge), stated that we must all work together to prevent the pandemic. Wearing masks and maintaining social distance in offices are examples of covid-appropriate behaviour.

This awareness event was attended by Dr. R.P. Singh, Group Deputy General Manager (HR), Shri Ashok Kumar Dhanwal, Senior Manager (HR), and other senior executives and staff.

To raise awareness, a Gujarat man wraps his car in the G20 presidency theme and drives to Delhi.

To raise awareness of India's G20 presidency, a man from Gujarat wrapped his car in G20-themed films.

To create awareness, a man from Gujarat wrapped his car in videos about India's G20 presidency.

Siddharth Doshi wrapped his Jaguar car in a G20-themed film and tricolour around the entire vehicle, stating that India's hosting of the G20 group is a source of pride for all inhabitants of the country.

Doshi, who claims to be a major fan of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, drove his tricolored automobile from Gujarat's Surat to the national capital to inform and educate people about the importance of the G20.

"It is a proud occasion for us and India that India is hosting the G20 this year," Doshi told ANI. "My simple message through my car is that people understand the importance of the country."

On December 1, India assumed the G20 presidency.

For the uninitiated, India formally took over the G20 presidency from Indonesia on December 1 and will host the G20 Leaders' Summit for the first time in the country in the following months.

A programme for legal literacy and awareness was held at Ujjain.

On Tuesday, a legal literacy and awareness camp was held at Government Vijayaraje Girls Higher Secondary School, Ghaas Mandi, in Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh), in observance of National Girl Child Day.

Arvind Kumar Jain, secretary of the District Legal Service Authority, addressed the girls in attendance and stated that they must speak up in order to halt the atrocities committed against them. Although there are currently several regulations in place to prevent violence against girls, the number of crimes committed against them is rising daily. Because the girls are often hesitant to go before the court, the guilty often get away with their crimes. He also provided information on the POCSO Act and other Legal Services Authority programmes during the occasion.

District Legal Aid Officer Chandresh Mandloi expressed concern about the rise in cybercrime and noted that although the world is now mostly covered by mobile devices, we must all utilise technology responsibly. We should never give over our cell phone to anyone else or reveal our PIN or OTP to an unauthorised individual. Suresh Vyas directed the programme, and Harshana Kale expressed gratitude.

5 kilometre human chain to raise awareness of traffic safety

Pilibhit: To commemorate Subhash Chandra Bose's birthday, students from schools and colleges formed a five-kilometre-long human chain in Pilibhit with help from young people involved in scouting and guiding, the national cadet corps, and volunteer programmes. They swore to abide by the law and inform others about road safety precautions.

The district's school inspector According to Girjesh Kumar Chaudhary, the chain, which was divided into six segments, was made up of 6,713 students from 29 schools and colleges. Gandhi Stadium served as both the starting point and the finish line. Collectorate T junction. DM The event, according to Praveen Kumar Laxkar, aimed to raise awareness about seatbelts and helmets. He said, "A homage to Subhash Chandra Bose is the commitment to save one's own life and others. Agrawal Keshav.

In order to increase voter awareness in Ramgarh, SVEEP organises a cricket tournament.

Ramgarh, January 23: To raise voter awareness in preparation for the Ramgarh assembly byelections in 2023, a cricket match between District Administration XI and Divyang XI was organised under SVEEP on Monday at the Cantonment Football Ground in Ramgarh.

The District Administration XI team tied the game by scoring 72 runs in response to the Divyang XI team's 72 runs in eight overs while losing five wickets.

Nagendra Kumar Sinha, the Ramgarh Deputy Development Commissioner, presented trophies to the leaders of both teams during the occasion and urged everyone to use their right to vote as well as to encourage others to do the same.

Mohammad Javed Hussain, the Electoral Officer for the Ramgarh Assembly Constituency and Sub-Divisional Officer, Kanak Tirkey, the District Social Welfare Officer and Nodal Officer for the SVEEP Cell, and Dr. Asim, the District Public Relations Officer and Nodal Officer for the Media Cell, served as the event's chairmen.

Tech Industry Leaders Fight for Privacy Awareness and Policies That Support It During Data Privacy Week

"Data Privacy Week began in 2021 and runs from January 22 through January 28. Every year, January 28 is marked as Data Privacy Day throughout the world. More than 50 nations around the world currently commemorate Data Privacy Day and highlight for an entire week why Data Privacy is of utmost significance. The event was first initiated by the Council of Europe in 2007. An international campaign to raise awareness of the value of protecting data, respecting privacy, and fostering trust is underway this week. Experts select a theme each year to raise awareness of a specific aspect of data privacy, and this year's theme is "Protecting Personal Information Data at Home and Work’."

Because of the unprecedented rate at which our reliance on technology has grown, we are placing a strong emphasis on data privacy. This is especially true after the epidemic, when practically all industries have switched to more technologically advanced, digitally friendly platforms and settings. Despite the fact that our society is becoming more digital, most people don't give data privacy any thought until their personal information has been compromised. The risk of a data breach rises along with the exponential growth in endpoints and our interaction with them. And with 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide, there is an unimaginable amount of unprotected data that is just ready to be taken.

We must realise that data security and privacy are two distinct ideas. Data privacy extends beyond simply protecting our passwords and personal information. It has more to do with the security precautions we take for our data. Rajesh Thadhani, Executive Director - Digital Transformation & Services at Crayon Software Experts India, says that this time can be used to educate our families, coworkers, and the general public, hold workshops, and direct people to a wealth of online articles on how to keep the data private and hope the measures work.

"Data privacy is a topic that receives a lot of discussion today since it is under danger. Today's widespread unauthorised and intentional data sharing has led to a rise in data privacy violations. It is imperative to widely raise knowledge of the distinctions between data privacy, protection, and security. In essence, this is where businesses and professionals fall short. The primary purpose of Data Privacy Week, which runs from January 22 through January 28, and Data Privacy Day, which falls on January 28, is to formally promote the issue of data privacy. Moreover, this year's topic, "Protecting Personal Data at Home and Work," is pertinent to technological growth.

BYOD is increasingly preferred across industries, and the number of gadgets that have enhanced data privacy has been debunked. The dark web has a big demand for stolen data or data that has been carelessly shared with even simple mobile applications since it enables market analysis and the creation of a targeted target map. Both strict rules and thorough user education regarding data privacy are required.

While a breach of data privacy may occasionally result in unsolicited calls from businesses, it may also take a dangerous turn, leading to identity theft, financial loss, and system manipulation, whether it be in a public or private setting. Keeping these factors in mind, it would be better for people to utilise their systems and gadgets carefully, whether they are for work or for personal use, and to share data only after fully understanding the hazards. While data sharing is inevitable in this digital age, data privacy can still be attained with the correct knowledge and precautions, especially if awareness is raised about it. TechnoBind Solutions's COO, Harikrishna Prabhu

Over 17k people from Navi Mumbai will run in the Kharghar marathon to raise awareness of addiction recovery.

The annual marathon, which will be started off today, has as its social welfare motto "Run for Free from Addiction."

More than 17,000 residents of Navi Mumbai are keen to take part in the Kharghar Marathon 2023, which aims to raise awareness of de-addiction.

The annual marathon, which will be started off today, has as its social welfare motto "Run for Free from Addiction."

The topic suited the cause of the Kharghar residents, who have been campaigning to establish their community as a no-alcohol zone. Thousands of people took part in a 15-km bike competition on Saturday as part of the pre-marathon event.

The event, which is run by the Kharghar Residents Welfare Association and the Ramsheth Thakur International Sports Complex, is now in its thirteenth year.

Both men and women will compete in the 10-km category this year, while little boys and girls will compete in the 5-km division.

At six in the morning, the marathon will begin at Ramsheth Thakur Public School in Khargharat's sector 19. At 9 am, the same location will also host the award presentation.

Road detour during the marathon:

From the Hiranandani flyover junction to Utsav Chowk and Gram Vikas Bhavan, one side of the road has been left open to both directions of traffic. From Gram Vikas Bhawan to RAF, Taloja, the entire route is accessible to vehicles on both sides.

The route leading to Taloja from the Purusharth Petrol Pump in front of the Kharghar toll booth on the Sion Panvel motorway will be used by vehicles travelling to sectors 30 to 35 in the Kharghar region as well as Taloja.

The Delhi Police have increased patrolling and anti-terror measures in preparation for Republic Day.

New Delhi, Jan 20 (PTI): The Delhi Police have increased pickets, strengthened anti-terror measures, and increased patrolling ahead of the national capital's Republic Day celebrations, officials said on Friday.

All Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACsPs) and Station House Officers (SHOs) have met with members of the Residents Welfare Association and Market Welfare Associations to inform them on Republic Day security measures, they added.

The police have also advised the public to remain vigilant and report anything unusual.

According to the Delhi Authorities, they have also been raising awareness on social media, encouraging people to report or inform the police about any suspicious person, action, or item.

Tenant and servant verifications are being carried out, according to police, who also stated that surprise checks are being carried out at hotels, guest houses, and 'dharamshalas' to ensure that no suspicious or anti-social elements have taken the area illegally. Various districts have also performed mock drills to assess their readiness for anti-terror measures ahead of Republic Day, according to a senior police officer.

"Our security checks and anti-terror measures are robust, and we would not allow any mischief monger or terror criminal to function or succeed," stated Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Dependra Pathak.

"We are also informing the market and resident welfare associations, organising public forums, and other activities to combat anonymity and develop a thriving web of human relationships centred on in-place security." Officials say anti-terror efforts have been stepped up in collaboration with other security agencies because Delhi has always been a target for terrorists and anti-social groups.

Officers are on high alert this year. Extra pickets have also been deployed in bordering districts to guarantee that no rogue elements enter the national capital, according to officials.

Aside from internal Delhi Police meetings, inter-state coordination meetings are also held to guarantee there are no security lapses, according to a senior police official.

Checkpoints have been increased at malls, marketplaces, railway and metro stations, and bus terminals to ensure no untoward incidents occur, he said.

Other agencies, in addition to the Delhi Police team, are being deployed for anti-sabotage checks, he said. TDS PTI AMP TDS

Agricultural University of Punjab hosts a nutrition awareness camp.

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Department of Food and Nutrition, College of Community Science, Ludhiana, January 20, 2023: The Diet Counseling Cell conducted a Nutrition Awareness Camp on "Dietary Fiber for Health" for the PAU students, teachers, and staff on the university campus.

150 kids participated in the camp and had the opportunity to speak with nutrition professionals. The purpose of the day was to raise children's awareness of the value of fibre.

Professor and department head of food and nutrition, Dr. Kiran Bains, inspired the staff and students to plan such events and raise youth awareness of the importance of community health.

Dr. Bains raised concern about children becoming more likely to consume highly processed, low-dietary fibre items. "Dietary fibre aids in preserving gut health and in preventing metabolic disorders like obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and many malignancies," she continued.

According to Dr. Jaswinder K. Brar, professor in the department of food and nutrition and camp organiser, the camp provided both students and guests with a fantastic opportunity to move towards a "Healthy You" by making better dietary decisions.

Additionally, she noted, the importance of high-fiber traditional Punjabi diets for sustaining excellent health was discussed with the participants.

The participants' body composition was examined by the department's students, who then recommended suitable diets based on their levels of muscle and fat. The awareness camp's main attractions included activities, myth-busting, displays of fiber-rich foods, and nutritional counselling.

Cyber clubs are being established in UP schools and universities to educate students about online safety.

To educate students about cyber security, the clubs will host workshops, interactive sessions, seminars, and other events.

The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered educational institutions to set up cyber clubs in an effort to reduce internet crime. Therefore, as part of the club curriculum, UP schools and colleges will organise a variety of events like planning workshops, interactive and creative sessions, and seminars.

In order to raise awareness about cyber safety, the clubs will also be required to regularly present case studies, organise the creation of posters and slogans, share best practises, and do more.

"In view of increasing cases of cybercrimes, it is vital to disseminate awareness among the youth who may lead from the front and assist avoid the same," a state government spokesman said in the context.

Through the clubs, the kids will learn how to properly shut down their computers, the value of installing and maintaining current antivirus software, how to update their web browsers, and how to spot any strange computer activity.

Additionally, information about the importance of often changing passwords, being cautious when receiving/opening emails from unknown senders, avoiding accessing insecure hotspots and unauthorised Wi-Fi networks, sharing content on social media, etc., will be spread. Students will learn how to use profiles with strong privacy settings as well as other crucial information during this process.