"Nanna Arivina Pravadi" book by Yogesh Master launched in Bengaluru
Yogesh Master's book, "Nanna Arivina Pravadi” was launched during an event at the BIFT Auditorium in Bengaluru on Thursday. This event was organized by Shanti Prakashana Mangalore, in association with the "Seerat-ul-Nabi (PBUH) campaign on the theme 'Architect of Human Equality - Prophet Mohammed' under the auspices of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Karnataka.
Chiranjeevi Singh, Retired Chief Secretary of the Government of Karnataka, released the book. Singh highlighted that the book deviated from the conventional biographical approach, choosing instead to explore the realm of emotions and experiences. He underscored the book's purpose, which sought to deepen the comprehension of the teachings of various prophets and the universal message of unity transcending religious boundaries.
Singh also accentuated the pivotal theme of "Sarva Janangada Shantiya Tota" (Peace for All Humanity) that resonates throughout the book.
Acknowledging the waning interest in reading in contemporary society, Charan Jeevi Singh advocated for the digital dissemination of the book and proposed its translation into multiple languages to ensure its accessibility to a wider global audience.
Raghunath Cha.Ha, the Executive Editor of Sudha and Mayura Kannada Monthly, contributed insightful commentary on the book. He praised on its pertinence in conveying vital lessons for the construction of an upright and wholesome society. He commended its role in nurturing brotherhood and dispelling prevailing myths surrounding Islam and Islamophobia. The book, in his perspective, served as a testament to the peaceful and integrative essence of Islam.
Dr. Vasundhara Bhupathi, former President of Kannada Pustaka Pradhikara, delivered her insights on the book's contribution to fostering peace and serenity in society.
Author Yogesh Master shared his insights, depicting Prophets as guiding lights during periods marked by discrimination and violence. He portrayed Prophet Muhammad not merely as a spiritual leader but as a multifaceted figure - a social engineer, scientist, and psychologist. Master accentuated the harmonious confluence of devotion exhibited by adherents of different faiths.
Mohammad Kunhi, Secretary of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Karnataka, introduced the mission of Shanti Prakashna - educating Kannada speakers about Islam while dispelling misconceptions. The unwavering commitment of Shanti Prakashna to publishing books that foster harmony among diverse communities was notably emphasized.
Dr. Muhammad Saad Balgami, President of Shanti Prakashana and Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Karnataka, delivered the presidential address. He underscored the transformative potential of the Holy Prophet's (PBUH) teachings in engendering peace and tranquility in society, making life more beautiful and navigable. Dr. Balgami urged the audience to engage in an in-depth study of the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
The event commenced with a recitation and translation by Muhammad Abdul Wajid Hussain, while Mohammed Danish served as the convener, and Nawaz of Shanti Prakashana extended the vote of thanks.
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'Low-quality' catheters supplied to West Bengal govt hospitals at high price, probe ordered
Kolkata (PTI): The West Bengal health department has launched a probe into the supplies of allegedly low-quality and locally made catheters at a high price to several government hospitals, posing a risk to the lives of patients undergoing treatment in these facilities, officials said.
Such central venous catheters (CVCs) were allegedly supplied to at least five medical colleges and hospitals in the state, defying allocation of international standard-compliant CVCs, they said.
The distribution company, which has been accused of supplying these catheters to government hospitals, admitted to the fault but placed the blame on its employees.
"We started checking stocks some time back and found these locally made CVCs in my hospital store. These catheters are of low quality as compared to those allocated by the state. We have informed the state health department," a senior official of the Calcutta Medical College and Hospital told PTI.
Low-quality catheters were also found in the stores of other hospitals, which indicates "possible involvement of insiders in the scam", a health department official said.
The low-quality CVCs were supplied by a distributor in the Hatibagan area in the northern part of Kolkata for the last three to four months, he said.
"Such kinds of local CVCs are priced around Rs 1,500 but the distributor took Rs 4,177 for each device," the official said.
A CVC is a thin and flexible tube that is inserted into a vein to allow for the administration of fluids, blood, and other treatment. It's also clinically called a central line catheter.
"An initial probe revealed that the distribution company Prakash Surgical had supplied the low-quality and locally manufactured catheters to several government hospitals instead of the CVCs of the government-designated international company.
"All the units will be tested and a proper investigation is on to find out who benefited from these supplies," the health department official said.
The distribution company blamed its employees for the supply of inferior quality catheters.
"I was sick for a few months. Some employees of the organisation made this mistake. We are taking back all those units that have gone to the hospitals. It's all about misunderstanding," an official of the distribution company told PTI.
According to another state health department official, a complaint was lodged with the police in this connection.
Asked about how many patients were affected by the usage of such low-quality CVCs, the official said, "The probe would also try to find that out".
According to sources in the health department, some of the staff of the hospitals' equipment receiving departments and some local officials of international organisations might be involved in the alleged irregularities.
