Vice President Addresses

27-January-2013 22:46 IST 
Partnership Summit-2013 on Global Partnership for Enduring growth in AgraPartnerships will Assume Great Significance & 
will be Instrumental in Accelerating Economic Recovery 
-Vice President M. Hamid Ansari 

The Vice President, Shri Mohd. Hamid Ansari delivering the inaugural address at the Partnership Summit 2013 on “Global Partnership for Enduring Growth”, in Agra, Uttar Pradesh on January 27, 2013. (PIB photo)

The Vice President of India, Shri M. Hamid Ansari has said that given the global economic landscape, it is imperative that the advanced and emerging economies work in tandem to prepare a roadmap for economic recovery, leveraging each other’s strengths and comparative advantages to create a new economic world order. Partnerships, therefore will assume great significance, and will be instrumental in accelerating economic recovery for many countries. Addressing at the “Partnership Summit-2013 on Global Partnership for Enduring Growth” in Agra (Uttar Pradesh) today, he has said that the Partnerships, such as the G-20, whose member countries account for two-thirds of the world’s population, 90% of world GDP and 80% of world trade, and the recently launched Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, a group of 16 countries comprising ASEAN member states and 6 countries with which they have Free Trade Agreements, will redefine the contours of the global economy.

He said that the global market-place will change with the formation of new trading blocks and enlarged markets and companies must gear themselves up to meet the new requirements. While doing so, they must be mindful of the need to balance growth with sustainability as also of corporate social responsibility. Likewise, innovation and creativity will play important roles in reviving growth, especially in emerging economies that often struggle with limited resources and dated technology.

The Vice President opined that in terms of economic growth, India weathered the global economic crises relatively well. Timely stimulus packages and other measures coupled with strong domestic demand helped to a great extent. The Government has addressed the issues of fiscal deficit, high inflation, negative trade balance with the world, flagging exports with a slew of measures. Notable amongst these are seminal indirect and direct tax reforms, FDI liberalization in retail and aviation, disinvestment in PSUs, and the establishment of a Cabinet Committee on Investments headed by the Prime Minister for faster clearance of infrastructure projects, all of which are aimed at reviving economic growth. Even though we could not maintain the robust pace of 7.8 per cent average annual GDP growth of the decade from 2002-3 to 2011-12, we did recorded GDP growth of 5.3 per cent in the July-September quarter of 2012-13, and are expecting to end the current fiscal year ending March 31, 2013 at 5.5-6 per cent.

He emphasized that the challenge before us is to restore as soon as possible the high growth trajectory, along with adequate employment generation, in a sustainable and inclusive manner. This would be the necessary condition for addressing the primary challenges of poverty alleviation and socio-economic development confronting us.

Following is the text of Vice President’s address :
“I am happy to be here today for the inauguration of the Partnership Summit 2013 on the theme ‘Global Partnerships for Enduring Growth’ organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in association with our Ministry of Commerce and Industry. I commend the Organisers for this initiative at a time when the world is grappling with vexing economic issues and seeking solutions for them. I felicitate Uttar Pradesh for being the partner state at the Summit.

This Summit will bring together stakeholders from government, industry and academia on an interactive platform to exchange ideas and develop solutions for some pressing economic challenges.

Over the last few years, we have seen a slowdown in the global economy. The world’s largest economy, the United States, is in the process of consolidating its tentative growth, but is still facing a ‘fiscal cliff’ besides high unemployment rates. Governments in the European Union continue to be weighed down with daunting economic challenges.

According to the International Monetary Fund, global growth slowed down from 5.1 per cent in 2010 to 3.8 per cent in 2011 with a forecast for continued deceleration. The impact of this is felt in the emerging economies also with their exports to the developed markets hardest hit. So is the case with the much needed foreign direct and portfolio investments. Consequently, growth in most emerging economies has faltered, though strong monetary and fiscal measures adopted by many governments have mitigated to some extent the negative impact.

Given the global economic landscape, it is imperative that the advanced and emerging economies work in tandem to prepare a roadmap for economic recovery, leveraging each other’s strengths and comparative advantages to create a new economic world order. Partnerships, therefore will assume great significance, and will be instrumental in accelerating economic recovery for many countries.

Partnerships, such as the G-20, whose member countries account for two-thirds of the world’s population, 90% of world GDP and 80% of world trade, and the recently launched Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, a group of 16 countries comprising ASEAN member states and 6 countries with which they have Free Trade Agreements, will redefine the contours of the global economy.

The global market-place will change with the formation of new trading blocks and enlarged markets and companies must gear themselves up to meet the new requirements. While doing so, they must be mindful of the need to balance growth with sustainability as also of corporate social responsibility.

Likewise, innovation and creativity will play important roles in reviving growth, especially in emerging economies that often struggle with limited resources and dated technology.

In terms of economic growth, India weathered the global economic crises relatively well. Timely stimulus packages and other measures coupled with strong domestic demand helped to a great extent. The Government has addressed the issues of fiscal deficit, high inflation, negative trade balance with the world, flagging exports with a slew of measures. Notable amongst these are seminal indirect and direct tax reforms, FDI liberalization in retail and aviation, disinvestment in PSUs, and the establishment of a Cabinet Committee on Investments headed by the Prime Minister for faster clearance of infrastructure projects, all of which are aimed at reviving economic growth.

Even though we could not maintain the robust pace of 7.8 per cent average annual GDP growth of the decade from 2002-3 to 2011-12, we did recorded GDP growth of 5.3 per cent in the July-September quarter of 2012-13, and are expecting to end the current fiscal year ending March 31, 2013 at 5.5-6 per cent.

The challenge before us is to restore as soon as possible the high growth trajectory, along with adequate employment generation, in a sustainable and inclusive manner. This would be the necessary condition for addressing the primary challenges of poverty alleviation and socio-economic development confronting us.

It is to be hoped that the ideas and proposals emanating from your discussions here would facilitating the attainment of this objective.

As the new economic order emerges and the weight of the global economy moves towards Asia, I invite countries from across the globe to partner with India so that we move together towards a better economic future for all our people.

In conclusion, I thank the organizers for having invited me and wish the Partnership Summit 2013 all success.”   (PIB)

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Sanjay Kumar/VPI/27.01.2013

Republic day-2013

A grand celebration at CMC hospital

Ludhiana, 26th Jan, 2013(Shalu Arora and Rector Kathuria):The 64thRepublic day was celebrated at Christian Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana with Patriotic spirit. The program started with thanks giving service for the country at college chapel, followed by Flag hoisting, March past and cultural events by staff & students of various colleges at Christian Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest Sh. Darshan Arora emphasized the responsibility of every citizen towards the nation and then to enjoy the freedom, brought to us by our martyrs.Earlier Sh. Darshan Arora was welcomed & introduced by the Director, CMC - Dr. Abraham G. Thomas. Present on the occasion were the Administrative team, staff and students to mark the celebration. At this occasion staffs who had completed 35 years of dedicated service were honoured. The Program was organized by College of Physiotherapy and Vice Principal thanked everyone for the help extended.
Associate Director, Dr.Kim Mammen, Principal CMC, Dr S.M. Bhatti, Principal Christian Dental College, Dr.Abi M.Thomas, Principal College of Nursing Prof.(Mrs.) Ponnamma R. Singh, Principal College of Physiotherapy, Dr.Jeewan S.Parkash, Principal IAHS, Dr.Anup Benjamin were also present on the occasion.

President Barack Obama Promises

01/22/2013 07:59 AM CST
Continued Support at Inaugural Ball
By Donna Miles
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2013 - President Barack Obama opened the first inaugural ball last night extending "extraordinary gratitude" to the men and women in uniform and promised to ensure they have everything they need as they defend Americans' freedoms every day.

Speaking to hundreds of service members, including wounded warriors and Medal of Honor recipients, Gold Star families and veterans gathered at the Commander in Chief's Ball, and via a televised webcast with troops deployed to Afghanistan, the president said it's impossible to say "thank you" enough to those who serve.

"Thank you for volunteering. Thank you for stepping up. Thank you for keeping us strong. Thank you for always making us proud," he told the gathering.

"I have no greater honor than being your commander in chief," he said, drawing enthusiastic applause.

Obama ticked off some of the accomplishments made possible during the past four years, and vowed to ensure the military has what it needs for continued success.

"It's because of you that with honor we were able to end the war in Iraq. Because of you that we delivered justice to Osama bin Laden. Because of you that it's even possible to give Afghans a chance to determine their own destiny," he said. "We are going forward, and we'll keep our military the finest fighting force the world has ever known."

The president offered special recognition to members of the 3rd Infantry Division and Regional Command South, who are deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan. He spoke via teleconference with Army Sgt. 1st Class Orlando Jackson and Army Sgt. 1st Class David Wood from the 3rd Infantry Division's Falcon Brigade, Task Force Light Horse; and Air Force Master Sgt. Robert Skowronski and Air Force Master Sgt. James Godlewski of the 807th Expeditionary Air Support Operations Squadron.

"We know it's tough being away from your families. We know the incredible sacrifices and challenges that you make every day," Obama said. "But I can tell you that you've got a room full of patriots here.

"And although I've got to admit that they're a little spiffied up right now," he continued, drawing laughter and applause, "their heart and soul, their dedication, their sense of duty is at one with every single one of the folks who are in Kandahar right now."

Reflecting on his swearing-in on the steps of the U.S. Capitol earlier in the day, Obama said he biggest cheer he received was as he spoke about "the extraordinary men and women in uniform that preserve our freedom and keep our country strong."

He offered assurance that the nation will continue to stand by them and give them the tools and support they and their families require.

"We're going to make sure that you've got the equipment, the strategy [and] the mission that allows you to succeed and keep our country safe," he said. "Know that we are going to be looking after and thinking about your families every single day -- and that when you get back home, you're going to be greeted by a grateful nation."

Four service members were selected for honorary dances during the ball. Air Force Staff Sgt. Bria D. Nelson of the 579th Medical Operations Squadron, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., danced with the president.

Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Timothy D. Easterling, assigned to Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., as a distance learning instructor, danced with First Lady Michelle Obama.

Army Staff Sgt. Keesha N. Dentino, assigned to the 947th Military Police Detachment, Fort Myer, Va., as a patrol explosives detection dog handler, danced with Vice President Joe Biden.

Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Patrick R. Figueroa, assigned to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Md., as a manpower transfer clerk, danced with Dr. Jill Biden.

The star-studded lineup of performers at the ball included Dan Moose, Alicia Keys, Brad Paisley, Chris Cornell, Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Hudson and Marc Anthony.

Related Sites:
Special Report: Inauguration 2013

Special Report: Presidential Inauguration

01/21/2013 09:21 AM CST                                                Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 8:59 PM

American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Jan. 21, 2013 - Images and articles in American Forces Press Service's special report at http://www.defense.gov/home/features/2013/0113_inauguration/ highlight the U.S. military's roles in the 57th presidential inauguration.

Related Sites: Special Report: Presidential Inauguration

Special Report: Presidential Inauguration

National Day of Service

01/20/2013 03:38 PM CST                                                                  Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 3:18 AM
Volunteers Come Together For The Event

By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Jan. 20, 2013 - In conjunction with tomorrow's observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, about 10,000 people from all across the country traveled here to participate yesterday in the national day of service. Vice President Joe Biden stops to smile for a photograph while packing care kits for deployed troops during a national day of service event at the District of Columbia Armory in Washington, D.C., Jan. 19, 2013. DOD photo by Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr.  Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden, were among many people who came out to support troops overseas by packing care kits to send to them."We all get what is so important today," the vice president said. "We still have 68,000 troops in harm's way. ... They're not looking for anything, but knowing that those of us here at home remember them and know what is going is an important piece of the equation." Dr. Biden expressed her gratitude to the many volunteers who came out to pack care kits as a part of the national day of service, noting that she and First Lady Michelle Obama began the Joining Forces initiative to rally the nation behind military families. "I'd like to thank each and every one of you for volunteering today to assemble these important care kits," she said. "Our military families have done so much for our country, and each of us can do something in return. [This] is why the first lady and I created Joining Forces -- to encourage all Americans to support and honor our military families." John Adams, a former Marine Corps captain and a Milwaukee native, works with an organization called Operation Gratitude, which helped to sponsor the event. "It means the world to me," he said. "I believe strongly in having everybody's efforts focused on supporting the military. For everybody to come here together and assemble care kits for Operation Gratitude to send to troops overseas is very special and very meaningful." Adams also was able to speak from a service member's perspective, having served as an infantry officer, leading rifle and mortar platoons for two deployments – one in Afghanistan and another aboard a Navy vessel in Southeast Asia. "It meant the world to me [then as well]," he said. "We received much needed items such as the hygiene kits and some letters of support that helped raise morale. So it meant the world to everybody, and I'm speaking on behalf of all the sailors and Marines that I was with. We really felt a connection with people back home." Two volunteers, Paquilla Jones and Sajedea Chin, both sophomore students studying civil engineering at Howard University, said they enjoyed volunteering. "It's a good thing to do for the troops," Jones said. "I just like giving back, so this is an opportunity to give back and be with friends," Chin said. Chin added that she enjoyed meeting new people and had volunteered previously, but nothing like the national day of service, where the event's goal was to pack 100,000 care kits. "I think it's a good opportunity for us to get together with different people – meet people we don't know – and do something good," she said.

Related Sites: Joining Forces  Special Report: Military Family Support

150th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda

18-January-2013 13:22 IST
The President of India inaugurated Ramakrishna Math
They are relevant now-Shri Pranab Mukherjee 

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee addressing at the inauguration of 150th Birth Anniversary celebrations of Swami Vivekananda, organised by Ramakrishna Mission, in Kolkata on January 18, 2013. (PIB photo)

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission’s celebration of the at Swamiji’s own birthplace at Kolkata today (January 18, 2013). 

Speaking on the occasion, the President said Swami Vivekananda’s messages and teachings were relevant then, they are relevant now and they will continue to be relevant as long as human civilization exits. He described Swamiji a great son of Bengal and a great visionary. He said famous historian AL Basham described Vivekananda as someone who appears only once in centuries. 

The President said it was amazing within a short span of life he could transform society which has lost self confidence. His philosophy shook up every one vigorously and brought back confidence in a shaken nation. He said at a time when the self-esteem of our people was low and many Indians looked to the West for ideals and role models, Swami Vivekananda infused self confidence and pride in them. 

The President quoted the first Prime Minister of India, Late Shri Jawaharlal Nehru and said “Rooted in the past and full of pride in India’s prestige, Vivekananda was yet modern in his approach to life’s problems, and was a kind of bridge between the past of India and her present.” (PIB)***  SC/SM                         150th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda

Dr Sheila Das & her Team found more facts

Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 5:11 PM
3.5 – 5 % were carriers of Beta Thal Major in the general population 
Aroras , Khatris , Ramgariah Sikhs , Jains the prevalence was 4.8% - 9.1% 

Ludhiana, 16th January, 2013 (Shalu Arora and Rector Kathuria):A CME on Thalassemia Awareness & Role of Molecular Genetics sponsored by the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi was conducted on the 16^th of January 2013 at the Christian Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana. The CME was attended by over 250 delegates which included Gynaecologists and Paeditricians from the Ludhiana city, including CMC Faculty.

Honorable Civil surgeon Dr.Subash Batta, was the Chief Guest, and Dr.K.Ghosh, Director, NIIH, Mumbai was the Guest of Honor, Dr.R.Colah, Dy Director, NIIH, Mumbai, Professor Vijay Obed, Dy Director, Prof.S.M.Bhatti, Pricipal, Prof. K.Masih, Medical Superintendent were also present.

The program was on generating awareness on the various aspects of Thalassemia, advancements in management and preventive strategies which included molecular diagnostics and prenatal diagnosis. The welcome address was given by Prof. Sheila Das, Principal Investigator, ICMR Thalassemia Molecular Genetics Project, Dr.K.Ghosh spoke on Why awareness of Thalassemia is necessary, Dr.R.Colah gave introduction of Molecular Genetics in Thalassemia and CVS study, Dr.Ranjeet S.Mashon, Research Scientist, ICMR Thalassemia Molecular Genetics Project gave a brief report of CMC experience in molecular genetics in Hemoglobinopathies, Ms. Geetanjali spoke on Awareness and Family sstudy in Antenatal women, Dr. Atul Goel, Assoc. Prof, Paediatrics spoke on challenges on managing a child with Thalassemia and Dr. J.John spoke on Bone Marrow Transplant in Thalassemia Children CMC experience.The CME was concluded by a vote of Thanks by Dr.Sheila Das.

It has been found by Dr Sheila Das & her Team in a previous ICMR Research Project by CMC Ludhiana that 3.5 – 5 % were carriers of Beta Thal Major in the general population while in some casts like Aroras , Khatris , Ramgariah Sikhs , Jains the prevalence was 4.8% - 9.1% and in Migrants from West Pak the prevalence was 8.3%.

All pregnant ladies during their first 3 months of Pregnancy are requested to come forward to CMC to get their blood screened for Beta Thalassemia, as this is the only center in Punjab to provide this facility as the ICMR Thalassemia Lab CMC Ludhiana is fully equipped with machines costing  Rs 75-80 lakhs sponsored by ICMR New Delhi .

Dr.Ranjeet S.Mashon may be contacted for more details at 8146560673

A CME on Thalassemia Awareness at CMC Ldh.

Dr Sheila Das and her Team found more facts

IFJ on case against Reporter K.K. Shahina

IFJ Deeply Concerned over Criminal Charges against Indian Investigative Reporter
Media Release: India                                                                     January 15, 2013                 
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) is extremely concerned to learn of the criminal charges filed against investigative reporter K.K. Shahina by police in the southern Indian state of Karnataka.
Shahina, who currently works with the weekly magazine Open,  faces charges under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including criminal conspiracy and intimidation of witnesses with intent to commit a crime. The chargesheet filed in the sessions court in the district of Kodagu in Karnataka state, also indicts her under sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, which is most commonly invoked to deal with terrorist offences.
These charges stem from a story  published under Shahina’s byline in the weekly magazine Tehelka in December 2010, which appeared to cast doubt on the prosecution of a prominent Islamic cleric and political figure on terrorism charges.
Shahina who then worked as correspondent for Tehelka in the state of Kerala, based her story on interviews with key witnesses in the case against Abdul Nasar Mahdani, an Islamic cleric who heads the Peoples’ Democratic Party, active mainly in the state of Kerala. Mahdani has since been arrested and charged by Karnataka police for conspiracy to detonate a series of low-intensity bomb blasts in the state capital city of Bengaluru (formerly Bangalore) in July 2008.
Shahina’s story cited several of the witnesses named by the Karnataka police as saying that their testimony has been misinterpreted or distorted in making out the charges against Mahdani.
In March 2011, Shahina was honoured with the Chameli Devi Jain award for outstanding woman media person. The awards citation mentioned her investigative work in defence of civil liberties, among other contributions.
Facing the possibility of arrest since January 2011, Shahina approached the district court in Kodagu for anticipatory bail, but was turned down. It was only in July 2011 that the Karnataka High Court granted her provisional immunity from arrest. With charges now formally registered in the sessions court, she will be required to appeal for renewal of her bail and also travel from her base of Kochi city in Kerala, to Madikeri in Kodagu district for every hearing.
The IFJ calls on the authorities in Karnataka state to reconsider their intent to prosecute Shahina, whose work has been an example of investigative journalism in the cause of civil liberties.
“We see this prosecution as an instance of seeking to silence fair and independent reporting through legal injunction. We fear that the process of the law, with the demands it makes on the time and energy of the defendant, is often punishment in itself and will severely impair this journalist’s professional effectiveness.”
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Struggle for human rights

                                                                                                                                                   Sun, Jan 13, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Fight for the dignity of the women!"  --Professor Chaman Lal

On Lohri occasion, sharing a message of Shah eed Bhagat Singh Vichar Manch Patiala-(Translated from Punjabi)-"Million Greetings on Lohri and Maghi- Lohri and Maghi festival are known as symbols in Punjabi culture for the onset of warmth, community feeling of closeness, the enthuse to fight/die for Human rights and the challenge from woman to man for fighting against oppression. In Lohri folk songs-Dulla Bhatti has remained a part of Punjabi mentality as fighter against state oppression on people. Muktsar(A Punjab town) Maghi festival, held in memory of 40 Muktas-the liberated ones reminds us of Mai Bhago, who had challenged the retreating men from war against oppression, leaving Guru(Gobind Singh) behind. But it is regrettable to say that because of forgetting our militant and proud tradition, the piousness of relations and warmth has evaporated. Gang rape case like Delhi, the worsening conditions of girls and female foeticide like fires have extinguished the soul of sensitive men.

Well meaning and good fellows! Festivities of Lohri and Maghi like festivals in meaningful only if we will make sincere efforts for communal amity, struggle for human rights and fight for the dignity of the women!"
Mai Bhago is the symbol of brave Punjabi woman, who made the forty soldiers of Guru Gobind Singh come back to fight with him, while they were retreating out of fear of death. Later they all sacrificed their life in war and were given the title of Muktas-the liberated ones by Guru Gobind Singh, they died near Muktsar, a district hq, but small town of Punjab, where every year on Maghi day, a big mela is held. Perhaps Veerangna Jyoti or the brave fighter of Delhi shame case is Mai Bhago of present day India, who raised the conscience of Indians by her sacrifice!
Lohri song says-sunder mundriye ho-tera kaun vichara ho?-O poor girl who is your saviour?-Dulla Bhatti wala ho!-he is Dulla Bhatti! Dulle dhi viyahi ho!-Dula married the poor girl(Daughter)!, ser shakkar payi ho!(He gave one ser(Near kilo) jaggery(not exact)(in dowry) kudi da lal pataka-red suit of the girl! kudi da shalu pata-the torn headgear(not exact) of the girl.....it goes on and on with different lines added at different times by folks, but Dulla is saviour of poor and Akbar got him hanged for rebellion. Najam Hussain Syed in Lahore and another playwrites have written good plays in Punjabi on Dulla Bhatti. He is like Bhagat Singh of medieval times and shatters the myth of Akbar as the great king of India!                                        --Chaman Lal,

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2nd International Yoga Conference

Fri, Jan 11, 2013 at 11:30 AM
Indian Cardiac Surgeon Dr. H S Delivers Key Note Address

Ludhiana, 11th Jan, 2012 (Shalu Arora and Rector Kathuria): The 2nd International Yoga Conference on Yoga for Health organised by the Patanjali Research Foundation in Haridwar.  Amongst a galaxy of International speakers from USA (Brigham’s Hospital, Boston), UK, Europe (Portugal and Germany) , China and Australia – an Indian surgeon made India proud by delivering one of the most appreciated key note lectures . Dr Harinder Singh Bedi – Head of Cardio Vascular & Thoracic Surgery at the prestigious Christian Medical College & Hospital in Ludhiana , Punjab delivered his oration on ‘Yoga and Heart – Improving Cardiac Surgery Outcomes with Yoga–the Science and the Art “ . Dr Bedi is a pioneer of beating heart bypass surgery having published the first series of his technique in 2000 with publications in the major medical journals and presentations all over the world. Dr Bedi said that beating heart surgery has  made bypass a very safe and consistent procedure. However lung complications continue to slow the recovery in patients all over the world . With a view to reducing these Dr Bedi started using pranayam techniques in his patients before and after major heart surgeries . The results were dramatic and significantly much better as patients  could be removed from artificial ventilation much earlier and spent lesser time in the  ICU and hospital . The morbidity was considerably improved over patients who did not undergo yoga therapy and was much better than the best International standards. The address  was received very well and Dr Bedi got a standing ovation by the International audience . Swami Ramdev was all praise for the excellent scientific study conducted at CMC and congratulated Dr Bedi on the excellent results in his patients . The telecast was live and beamed to all countries in the world .
Dr Bedi is  one of the  few heart surgeons who has understood the importance of using traditional Indian yogic  systems to improve the  outcomes in heart disease patients . He has documented the effects of yoga on the  heart and lungs and presented his findings at various super-specialist meetings and conferences all over the world . Initially sceptical surgeons have been amazed by the results and have started using the beneficial effects in their patients  too. Dr Bedi explained that after major heart surgeries the lungs  do not function well and the patients are not able to cough out secretions resulting in low oxygen levels and pneumonia . With  the addition of simple yogic techniques by a full time yoga teacher – Mr Nirmal Singh – under medical supervision – patients are able to breathe well very soon leading to reduced infection rates and quicker recovery .
Dr Abraham G Thomas – Director of Christian Medical College & Hospital – said that the CMC & H is one of the very few Institutes in the world which has encouraged the addition of yoga therapy to improve the  well being of their patients . With a strong research oriented and patient centred compassionate approach to disease treatment and prevention the CMC was committed to bring the best medical care to the people of this region.

CM Dikshit inspecting the flag area

NCC Republic Day Parade Camp-2013,New Delhi

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Sheila Dikshit inspecting the flag area, during her visit to DG, NCC Republic Day Parade Camp-2013, in New Delhi on January 08, 2013. The DG, NCC, Lt. Gen. P.S. Bhalla is also seen. (PIB) 08-January-2013                             CM Dikshit inspecting the flag area

Greeting a family member

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama greet a family member Dec. 25, 2012, in the Anderson Hall Dining Facility at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. While vacationing in Hawaii, the Obamas stopped at the base to visit U.S. Marines, Sailors and their families on Christmas Day. (DoD photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Knapke, U.S. Marine Corps/Released)                      12/25/2012 - : 121225-M-NG901-002

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