Hi, NewsWrap for May 14, 2024

14-May-2024: Coromandel, Bangalore's Equipreneur, World Hydrogen Summit 2024, World Hypertension Day 2024, AGRITECHNICA ASIA & HORTI ASIA 2024

14 May 2024

  • Coromandel Increases Stake in Drone Company Dhaksha; Invests INR 150 crore to Support Research & Expansion Projects

    Coromandel International Limited, India's leading Agri solutions provider, through its wholly owned subsidiary Coromandel Technology Limited (CTL), announced acquisition of an additional 7% stake in Chennai-based drone manufacturing company Dhaksha Unmanned Systems Private Limited. Coromandel will invest INR 150 crores through fresh issue of shares to increase its overall shareholding in Dhaksha to 58%.

  • India Joins $134-Million Global Initiative to Eliminate Mercury-Containing Medical Devices

    The governments of India, Burkina Faso, Uganda, Montenegro, and Albania have united to address the use of mercury in medical devices in a major effort to prevent chemical pollution and protect public health. With a whopping investment of $134 million, the project seeks to address the long-standing threat posed by this toxic metal to both human health and the environment.

  • Bangalore's Equipreneur Teams Up with ICAR-NRCE to Launch First Private Equine Semen Lab

    Navaneet Murugesh, an equine breeder from Bangalore, has made significant impact in the industry by establishing the first private equine semen laboratory in Yelhanka, Bangalore. This pioneering venture represents a major advancement in equine reproductive technology by providing a wide range of services, such as facilities for fresh, cooled, and frozen stallion semen.

  • World Hydrogen Summit 2024: India Pavilion Showcases Country’s Green Hydrogen Progress to the World

    India has marked a significant milestone by establishing its own pavilion at the prestigious World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, from May 13 to 15, 2024. The India Pavilion, set up by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, is one of the largest pavilions at the Summit and has been inaugurated by Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Bhupinder S. Bhalla on May 12, 2024.

  • World Hypertension Day 2024: Foods You Must Avoid to Stay Safe

    The theme for this year’s World Hypertension Day is “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer.” The idea draws light on the importance of accurate blood pressure measurement and effective hypertension management to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), particularly in low to middle-income areas. It is all about the significance of blood pressure monitoring, effective control measures, and lifestyle modifications for improved health. Let’s know more!

  • AGRITECHNICA ASIA & HORTI ASIA 2024: Driving Innovation and Sustainability in Agriculture

    Finding innovative solutions is becoming more and more necessary as the global agriculture sector deals with pressing problems including food scarcity, climate change, and environmental sustainability. In response to these pressing issues, AGRITECHNICA ASIA & HORTI ASIA 2024 are poised to showcase groundbreaking technologies and solutions aimed at revolutionizing farming practices and ensuring food security. This year's events, scheduled from May 22-24, 2024, at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Thailand, promise to push the boundaries of sustainable agriculture with cutting-edge innovations.

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