National, 17th November 2022: Pi Green Innovations Pvt Ltd, India’s leading Cleantech start-up, has been granted the Type Approval certificate from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) approved lab for its “Carbon Cutter Machine” – Retrofit Emission Control Device (RECD). The Hon’ble National Green Tribunal (NGT) issued an order in 2019 to reduce Particulate Matter from DG sets by 70% from existing levels, based on which the CPCB evolved standards and norms for in-use DG sets below the 800kW category. Pi Green Innovations’ certified RECD is one major step to achieving such an ambitious goal. This certification validates Pi Green’s Carbon Cutter technology and allows the Company to carve a niche for itself within the industry.

As many as 35 of the 50 cities with the worst air quality were in India, with New Delhi continuing to be the world’s most polluted capital city for the fourth consecutive year in 2021, according to the World Air Quality Report, prepared by Swiss organization IQAir. The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) launched in 2018 was designed to combat the rising concern of air pollution. Furthermore, it was found that pollution created by Diesel Generator (DG) sets needs to be addressed on an immediate basis.

The certification system and procedure released by CPCB is a comprehensive and fully encompassing procedure document covering requirements of advanced onboard diagnostics and operator warning systems ensuring certified RECDs are fit and effective in reducing the harmful PM 2.5 and PM 10 emissions when installed on DG sets. The CPCB testing parameters and performance of RECD such as aged RECD back pressure also ensured that the certified RECD will not have any adverse impact on the working of the DG sets over its lifetime. Pi Green Innovation’s RECD product – Carbon Cutter is awarded ‘Type 1’ certification which validates its superiority over Type-2 RECD products which increase secondary emissions such as NO2.

Commenting on this, Mr. Irfan Pathan, Co-Founder & CEO at Pi Green Innovations said, “We, at Pi Green Innovations, have always been committed to achieving the goal of clean air and the certification by CPCB-approved labs this helps bolster our resolve towards our mission. Having had complete confidence in our Carbon Cutter technology, we were ecstatic to pass the stringent testing parameters. Furthermore, our partner OEMs are excited to offer a Certified RECD to their customers. Through the implementation of the NCAP, we are confident to witness a significant push towards the goal of Cleaner Air in India, and we look forward to contributing to this noble initiative.”

Pi Green Innovations holds patents for its product Carbon Cutter in India, the USA, China, the UK, European Union & Singapore. The company was founded in 2016 as a five-member team operating out of a 150-sq-ft workshop and has since grown into an established Cleantech start-up with a team of over 100 operating from a 55,000-sq-ft. manufacturing facility in Pune. Today, Pi Green has been leading conversations regarding air pollution and continues to work closely with various State governments and state pollution control boards on Public Policy Advocacy to address domestic pollution-related issues.

About Pi Green Innovations:

Pi Green Innovations is a cleantech company, founded with the aim of creating technology-driven solutions for the reduction of particulate matter emissions (PM 2.5/10) at source and from the ambient air. The company’s key solutions include Carbon Cutter Machines- ‘filterless’ retrofits for diesel generators and heavy vehicles. In addition, Pi Green also has developed after-treatment solutions for the reduction of PM emissions from industrial boilers, incinerators, and crematoriums. The company’s revolutionary innovation has been rated as one of the best technologies globally to reduce air pollution at Smogathon 2018 in Poland and has also won several other industry awards.

In 2021, Pi Green raised over $4.5 million in Series A funding from the Investment Fund of Opus Consulting.  Earlier, Mr. Harshal Morde, Director, Mode Foods Pvt Ltd, had invested a seed capital of $300,000 in 2019.  Pi Green Innovations is committed to creating sustainable solutions for a greener future by reducing emissions at source. Innovations in technology and design are used to indigenously develop products that hold the promise of a cleaner environment. Pi Green’s Carbon Cutter technology has patents granted in India, the USA, the UK, China, the EU, and Singapore. For further information about Pi Green Innovations, please visit: https://pigreeninnovations.com/

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The sky is the limit when it comes to technological advancements that a human brain is capable of. Time and again, researchers, scientists, and others have come up with tools, process, and technologies that have benefitted and brought about ease of convenience for mankind in various fields. But there always appears to be room for more, especially in medical science where the list of diseases seems endless demanding for endless and innovative solutions constantly. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been one such development that has captivated human imagination and curiosity quite some time and is even being applied now in different spectrums.

Artificial Intelligence basically refers to machines that are programmed to mimic human reasoning with the aim to provide the best recommendations and error-free performance in any specific subject. AI is known to be able to process vast and complicated information in a short span of time and with appropriate guidance, and even go beyond the capabilities of a human mind and our naked eye hence ensuring more proficiency.

Artificial Intelligence has already become an integral part of our everyday lives especially in our interactions with media, communication and even transportation. There is a keen interest in applying AI in healthcare facilities as well to receive improved diagnosis and management of the diseases as well as to develop effective therapies. While machine learning (AI’s subset) can be seen benefitting in diagnosis as well as treatment, this is only the tip of an iceberg with an immense scope awaiting to be rightly utilized. Machine learning picks out the change in the tissue as a signal and uses it to discern if the tissue being imaged is cancerous or not.

The usage of Artificial Intelligence that is the most looked up to is in dealing with cancer, given the complexity, anxiety, and uncertainty that surrounds this disease. With the ability to analyze data, AI has the potential to revolutionize diagnosis for cancer universally. The key to successful cancer treatment is in catching it early. There have been many instances when either the cancer is misdiagnosed or miss during the diagnostic process which escalates the concerns all the more. Hence, the correct diagnosis, reliable detection of whether a lesion is malignant or benign, and presenting the treatment is the hope with AI. It is also expected to be less invasive and traumatic for the patient as well as aid in speeding up diagnosis and treatment.

Constant research and experimentation are going on to tap on using AI for cancer even for the rare and complex ones. The scientific breakthroughs and technical advancements specifically in genetics and medical imaging and paving way for diagnosis of cancer at an earlier stage with AI.

Some of the features/highlights of AI in cancer diagnosis include:

• One of the most effective methods for the societal impacts of AI has been image analysis owing to the availability of large amount of digital imaging data within medicine. The digitized images are aimed to assist in medical proceedings ranging from diagnosis to outcome prediction.
• Taking into account the constructive application of the AI techniques in the field of computer vision, another field that can benefit from these techniques is AI where digitized images are plenty.
• Some researchers have established the algorithms of AI to be effective in channelizing cancer detection as well as screening.
• Detection of radiographic anatomic features of malignancies have also been rendered more reliable through AI.
• The least error possibility with AI is likely to ensure early detection, hence easing treatment and thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the present screening, say some researchers.

While most of the medical professionals wait for the day when AI can be trusted especially for diseases like cancer and significantly improve diagnosis and treatment, some disagree with the belief of AI replacing a trained human operator ever. Since cancer is so wide, complex and exists as different types, an algorithm that needs to be developed must be such which can handle a range of problems. This in itself is quite a daunting task.

Some of the concerns that come along with AI are:

• The issue of trust is one of the biggest hurdles that AI faces. The lack of trust among doctors as well as patients is still a long stretch to be covered.
• Some experts are also concerned that AI should not emerge as a standalone solution for diagnosis or treatment without any supervision.

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Mumbai, 02 July 2019: Customer first! Values! Culture! Compliance! Technology adoption!
Market development! These were the keywords used by prominent speakers from corporate India during the first day of the Gem & Jewellery Industry’s most sought-after transformational conclave Manthan 2019.

All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), presents its flagship event promoting a common platform to share expertise & knowledge – Manthan Gems & Jewellery Conclave 2019 on 2-3 July at Hotel Sahara Star, Mumbai. Manthan 2019, an Initiative by GJC (All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council) will witness over a 1,000+ attendees, Presented by NSE, Powered by World Gold Council and Supported by Forevermark, Logistics Partner BVC Logistics, Laboratory Partner GIA, Jewellery Partner Shineshilpi, Software Partner Acme
Infinity, Solitaire Partner Divine Solitaire.

Speaking about how to create a world-class institution, Mr. Vikram Limaye, MD & CEO, NSE, said that NSE overcame several challenges by the adoption of technology, focus on the customer, compliance and strong market development. He mentioned that these are relevant to jewelers too. He also mentioned that NSE is keen to develop a Gold Spot Exchange with the right structure. In an interactive session with Mr. Shankar Sen (Vice Chairman, GJC), he also mentioned that commodity exchange needs to have more participation from all key stakeholders.

Mr. Kewal Handa, Chairman, Union Bank of India, said that bankers are not averse to lending to jewelers. Trust & Transparency is the key – he said. He said that the gems & jewelry sector should take inspiration from other industries such as the pharmaceuticals industry, which reformed themselves and set up systems and processes for getting more organized. Biju Patnaik, EVP, IndusInd Bank, said that gems & jewelry business funding is complex. The primary collateral is stock and it is more about inventory financing as the collaterals are moving stock – don’t remain with the lender.

Mr. Anantha Padmanaban, Chairman, GJC, said, “Inspirational leaders from corporate India reinforced that customer is always right. Anything is possible for jewelers if they conform to their family values and traditional business practices while incorporating change management of the present for a better future. Manthan is the churning of thoughts, vision, and insights, which will result in a new mindset, mission, and ethos. Manthan led to a lot of self-belief, self-confidence, and self-worth amongst jewelers leading to believe in ‘Whatever It Takes’ motto for being successful in business despite all odds.”

Mr. Somasundaram PR, MD, World Gold Council, hailed Manthan by saying that it is a great a platform that should be extended throughout the year rather than just a 2-3 days conclave once every year.

Thanking Manthan attendees, Mr. Manoj Kumar Jha, Convener-Manthan, GJC, said, “Manthan, a thought-provoking initiative of GJC, is organized in pursuit of the eternal quest for knowledge. We learn from it every year. The purpose of this powerful knowledge sharing the platform is to promote learning and gain insights from industry professionals with diverse backgrounds and skill set to spread across different industries.”

Manthan 2019 raised the diversity bar higher with inspirational and transformational leaders. Mr. Sunil Dutt (President, Reliance Jio), Mr. Mahesh Gupta (MD, Kent), Mr. Dhimant Bakshi (MD, Adlabs Entertainment), Mr. J. Muruga (CEO, BharatMatrimony), Mr. Vikram Mehra (MD, saregama), Mr. Kewal Handa (Chairman, Union Bank of India), Mr. Pravin Jadhav, (Director, PayTM), Mr. Vikramaditya Khichi (ED, Bank of Baroda), Mr. Rishi Darda (Joint MD, Lokmat), Mr. Prabhajit Sarkar (MD, Power Exchange of India Ltd), Mr. Ajithkumar Vasudevan (MD, Kerala Rail Development), Mr. Bhaskar Ramesh (Youtube & Brand Advertising), Dr. Ananta Singh Raghuvanshi (Sr Director, DAMAC), Mr. K.V. Sridhar (Founder & CCO Hypercollective), Ms. Kaacon Shethi (CMO, DB Group), Mr. Arjun Vardaraj(Workplace Wellness Consultant, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spa), Mr. Ramesh Nair (CEO & Country Head, JLL), etc. Star speakers from the gems & jewelry sector include: Mr. Pramod Kumar Agrawal (Chairman, Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council), Mr. Asher O. (MD, Malabar Gold), Mr. Gaurav Singh Kushwala (Founder & CEO, Bluestone), Mr. Saurabh Gadgil (CMD, PNG Jewellers), Mr. Ashish Pethe (Waman Hari Pethe), Mr. Nitin Khandelwal (Past Chairman, GJC), Mr. Sachin Jain (MD, Forevermark), Ms. Nirupa Bhatt (MD, GIA India and Middle East), Mr. Hardik Parekh (Parekh Jewellers), Mr. Amish Shah (President, ALTR), Mr. Jignesh Mehta (MD, Divine Solitaires), Mr. Chirag Sheth (Metal Focus), Mr. Prithviraj Kothari (National President, IBJA), Dr. Rajendra Bhola (MD – Bholasons Jewellers), Mr. Suvankar Sen (Executive Director, Senco Gold), etc.

Last year, Manthan 2018 was the first-ever milestone event in the history of Indian gems and jewelry sector. In its second year, the needle moves a notch higher to the next paradigm, as this year speakers from more than 27 industries will be present in Manthan 2019, a great opportunity to listen to Stalwart speakers from various Industries, which will also, be translated live in the Hindi language for the convenience of the invitees.

About GJC:

The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) represents over 6,00,000 players comprising manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, distributors, laboratories, gemologists, designers and allied services to the domestic Gems & Jewellery industry. The Council functions with the objective to address the industry, its functioning and its cause with a 360° approach to promote and progress its growth, while protecting the industry’s interests. GJC, since the last 14 years, has been serving as a bridge between the government and the trade by undertaking various initiatives on behalf of and for the industry. GJC represents the interests of over 6 lakh gem and jewelry businesses from across the country.

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