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Rural health revolution: IMA under visionary leadership Dr. Anupam Takalkar Dr Yogesh Lakkas and Dr Shivaji Pole
Mega Health Camp in Adgaon Budruk receives overwhelming response; MLA Anuradha Chavan lauds IMA’s compassionate outreach
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar:
In a remarkable move to bridge the healthcare gap in rural India, Dr. Anupam Takalkar, President of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, spearheaded the “Aao Gaon Chale” initiative, culminating in a highly successful mega health check-up and treatment camp on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Adgaon Budruk. Under the banner of “Beyond Treatment – Creating a Culture of Health in Rural India,” this initiative has emerged as a model of proactive, compassionate, and organized rural medical outreach.
Chief Guest MLA Mrs. Anuradha Tai Chavan applauded the effort, saying, “Trust in the word ‘doctor’ has deepened through the Aao Gaon Chale initiative by IMA.”
IMA’s dedicated team began working days in advance. Two days before the camp, 100 villagers’ blood samples were collected and tested to streamline diagnosis and treatment. A day prior, doctors visited Adgaon Budruk to spread awareness and personally invite villagers to the camp — ensuring no one was left behind.
The camp was inaugurated with a traditional lezim performance by schoolchildren, setting a vibrant tone for the day.
Over 457 patients were attended to by a team of specialist doctors. Among the 100 blood samples tested, 18 were diagnosed with diabetes, indicating a significant prevalence in the community. One patient with severe anaemia was identified and referred to a hospital for immediate admission.
In another impactful intervention, 60 individuals underwent eye check-ups using an autorefractometer. Of these, 80% were found to need spectacles, which were distributed free of cost.
The entire operation was efficiently coordinated by Dr. Shivaji Pole, Treasurer of IMA, who also compered the event.
Adgaon Budruk marks the third village adopted by the new IMA executive committee this year, following similar health camps in Dinnapur and Murma. With each camp, IMA is reinforcing its commitment to accessible healthcare.
Furthering this mission, IMA has launched IMA Connect — a unique initiative reaching out to vulnerable groups unable to access clinics, such as senior citizens in old age homes, visually impaired individuals, orphans, and children with autism, ensuring regular medical check-ups for all.
The team of specialist doctors who served at the camp included:
* Dr. Anupam Takalkar – Dermatologist
* Dr. Yogesh Lakkas – Physician
* Dr. Shivaji Pole – Radiologist
* Dr. Asawaree Takalkar – Dermatologist
* Dr. Sambhaji Chintale – ENT Specialist
* Dr. Ishrat Barudwala – Gynaecologist
* Dr. Anjali Gade – Radiologist
* Dr. Sanjay Khandagale – Surgeon
* Dr. Abdul Majid – Neurologist
* Dr. Anil Dhule – Orthopaedic
* Dr. Kunda Dhule
* Dr. Shahaji Taur – Paediatrician
* Dr. Nisha Taur – Gynaecologist
* Dr. Sohel
* Dr. Junaid
* Dr. Omar
Guest of Honour MLA Anuradha Tai Chavan, addressing the gathering, stated, “IMA’s work is truly inspiring. The availability of such expert medical services in rural areas free of cost is a big deal for common people. This initiative has reinforced the trust people place in the word ‘doctor’.”
A deeply moving moment came when renowned neurologist Dr. Abdul Majid from Apex Hospital recited a touching Marathi poem: “What did we bring with us, and what will we take with us” — a poetic reminder of life’s true values. He added, “Our parents are our true deities, and serving them is the highest form of devotion.”
Speaking on the occasion, IMA President Dr. Anupam Takalkar said, “‘Aao Gaon Chalein’ is our social responsibility. We’re not just providing treatment but cultivating a culture of health in villages. Today’s overwhelming participation shows that we understood the villagers’ needs and met them.”
IMA Secretary Dr. Yogesh Lakkas praised the teamwork involved, noting, “From blood tests and diabetes screening to eye check-ups and awareness drives – everything was executed in a well-organized manner.”
Dr. Shivaji Pole added, “Our goal is to bring healthcare to every home in the village. Every doctor in the ‘Aao Gaon Chalein’ initiative worked with a sense of social responsibility. The enthusiastic response from villagers is a result of our team’s dedication.”
The initiative has not only delivered essential healthcare to the doorstep of rural communities but also rekindled the spirit of service and trust that defines the medical profession.
Indian Medical Association, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Branch
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QueZap: The Food App That Gives You Back Your Time
What if the next big food app does not win by being faster, but by giving you back the time the others keep taking from you? We have become very good at ordering food. You tap, you pay, you watch a little scooter icon move across a map, and it all feels easy until you…
What if the next big food app does not win by being faster, but by giving you back the time the others keep taking from you?
We have become very good at ordering food. You tap, you pay, you watch a little scooter icon move across a map, and it all feels easy until you notice how much of your day still gets lost to waiting. The queue at the counter during the lunch rush. The fifteen minute break between classes that disappears before your sandwich even arrives. The delivery that shows up twenty minutes after you stopped being hungry.
That gap is exactly where QueZap lives. Founded by Satyam Kumar of ZAP Innovations Private Limited, the platform began with a simple observation. Most food apps are built to be fast, but almost none of them are built around your time. QueZap changes that. The whole idea is simple. You should not have to wait at all.
The Idea Came From Standing in Line
There was no single big moment behind it, only a series of small everyday frustrations. Waiting at a cafe when you have somewhere to be. Watching a short break vanish because the kitchen is backed up. Food arriving too late to matter. None of these are dramatic on their own, but together they point to something real. The system was never truly designed with the person standing in it in mind.
So Satyam built the platform around a simple rule. Waiting should be the exception, not the default. You order in advance, and your food is ready the moment you walk in. It sounds small, but it quietly changes who is in control. You are no longer chasing your meal. It is waiting for you.
Pickup or Delivery, Whichever Your Day Needs
QueZap offers both, and it does not force you to choose a lane. On some days you want to grab something on the move and keep going, so you order ahead and skip the counter entirely. On other days you want it brought to your door at a time that suits you. The app fits around your routine instead of asking you to fit around it.
It is also built to be open. QueZap does more than connect the large chains. It brings in local vendors, college canteens, and smaller cafes that often get overlooked on bigger platforms. The result is more choice for customers and more visibility for the smaller businesses that need it most.
A Mode Built for Students
Anyone who has been a student knows the math. You have perhaps twenty minutes between classes, and almost none of it can be spent standing in a queue. Campus Mode was built for exactly this. It connects students to on campus cafes and nearby spots so that a short break becomes long enough to actually eat, rather than simply grab something and rush off. It is the kind of detail that tells you who QueZap was really made for.
For People Who Want to Know What They Are Eating
There is also Health Plus Mode, made for anyone who likes to eat with care. Beyond the familiar filters such as vegan, gluten free, and high protein, it shows the actual numbers, including calories, protein, carbs, and fat for each dish. Eating out stops being guesswork and becomes a choice made on purpose.
Kindness That Runs in the Family
For Satyam, wanting to help people is not something new. He grew up with it. In his home, helping others was just a normal part of life, not something you did once in a while. He learned it from his grandfather, Kameshwar Prasad Barnwal, and from his father, Kundan Prasad. Both of them always looked out for the people around them, and that stayed with him. Over the years, Satyam has tried to do the same in his own quiet way, lending a hand wherever he could.
Alongside QueZap, Satyam is also working on something separate that is close to his heart. It is called the ZAP Foundation. It is important to be clear that this is not a part of QueZap or the food business. It is its own organisation, a non profit that Satyam plans to start in India to help people directly. More than anything, he sees the foundation as a way to bring people together. He believes real change happens when people are connected, so he wants it to be a space where people, communities, and supporters can join hands and be part of the change he is trying to make. The foundation is still in its early days, and it will soon have its own home online at zapfoundation.in, where more about its work and how to take part will be shared as things move forward. The idea behind it is simple, and very much the way Satyam was raised. If QueZap is about giving people back their time, the ZAP Foundation is about giving back to people.
Live Now and Growing Fast
QueZap is already live and serving customers in select cafes, beginning with its first launch in Bangalore. You can find it online at quezap.in. The early results have been strong, with partner cafes seeing good revenue from the very first days of going live. With that momentum behind it, the platform is now getting ready to expand to Chandigarh, Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Lucknow, and many more cities, along with a growing number of college campuses, as new cafe partnerships come together.
According to Satyam, every food app has worked hard on being fast, while QueZap is working on something harder, which is giving people their time back.
The bigger goal is a food platform shaped around how people in India actually live, work, and eat, rather than a faster version of the same old race. The next chapter of food technology will probably not be won by whoever delivers fastest. It will be won by whoever figures out how to hand people back the one thing no app has ever managed to return, which is their time.
So maybe this is the real question. Is this the beginning of the end for the generic, one size fits all food apps we have all gotten used to? The kind that made us wait, made us adjust our day, and called it convenience? Because once people get their time back, they do not give it up easily. And the big names that built everything on speed alone may soon feel the ground move under their feet.
The shift is coming either way. The only real question is who is ready for it.
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Dr. T. Krishna Goud and Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics: Building a
Trusted Name in Global Shipping and Logistics
In an increasingly connected world, businesses depend on reliable logistics partners to move
goods efficiently across borders and markets. Behind one of Hyderabad’s growing logistics
success stories is Dr. T. Krishna Goud, the founder of Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics, a
company that has established itself as a trusted provider of shipping, freight forwarding,
customs clearance, and travel-related services across India and international destinations.
Driven by a vision to simplify logistics and transportation for businesses and individuals, Dr.
T. Krishna Goud founded Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics with the goal of creating a single
platform capable of handling every aspect of cargo movement and travel management. What
started as a focused logistics operation has evolved into a comprehensive service provider
with a reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Headquartered in Hyderabad, Telangana, Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics serves clients
across multiple locations, including Bangalore, Goa, Krishna District, Visakhapatnam, and
the United States. Under the leadership and guidance of Dr. Krishna Goud, the company has
built a strong foundation based on professionalism, industry expertise, and a commitment to
delivering end-to-end logistics solutions.
One of the key factors behind Eaglespeed’s growth is its diverse service portfolio. Unlike
many logistics companies that focus on only one segment of the industry, Eaglespeed
provides a complete range of services under one roof. These include sea cargo, air cargo,
rail cargo, road transportation, customs clearance, personal baggage handling, international
shipping, cruise bookings, domestic and international flight reservations, train tickets, bus
bookings, and customized travel packages.
Dr. Krishna Goud recognized early on that customers often struggle with coordinating
multiple vendors for transportation, customs procedures, and travel arrangements. By
integrating these services into a single business model, Eaglespeed offers clients a
streamlined experience that saves time, reduces complexity, and improves operational
efficiency.
A major strength of the company lies in its freight forwarding and customs clearance
expertise. Importers and exporters frequently face challenges related to documentation,
compliance, and customs regulations. Eaglespeed’s experienced team works closely with
clients to ensure shipments move smoothly through customs, helping businesses avoid
costly delays and disruptions. Over the years, companies operating in industries such as
pharmaceuticals, biosciences, manufacturing, and apparel trading have relied on
Eaglespeed’s expertise to support their supply chains.
The company’s commitment to quality is reflected in its industry certifications. Eaglespeed
Overseas Logistics holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management systems and
ISO 10002:2018 certification for customer satisfaction management. It is also a registered
MSME enterprise and operates with full GST compliance, providing additional confidence to
corporate clients and business partners.
Today, while CEO Smt. Dr. Naga Lakshmi oversees the company’s day-to-day operations
and expansion efforts, the vision established by founder Dr. T. Krishna Goud continues to
guide the organization. His focus on customer-centric service, operational excellence, and
long-term relationships has helped Eaglespeed grow into a trusted logistics partner for
businesses across India and overseas markets.
As global trade continues to expand, the demand for dependable logistics solutions remains
stronger than ever. Through strategic leadership, industry knowledge, and a commitment to
service excellence, Dr. T. Krishna Goud has built Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics into a
company that helps businesses navigate the complexities of modern transportation and
international commerce with confidence.
With a growing network, comprehensive service offerings, and a strong foundation built on
trust and professionalism, Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics is well-positioned to continue
supporting businesses and individuals for years to come.
Eaglespeed Overseas Logistics
Founder: / CEO
Shri. Dr. T. Krishna Goud
Website: eaglespeed.co | eaglespeed.co.in
Phone: +91 9849793212 | +91 7731839689
Email: info.eaglespeedoverseas@gmail.com
Headquarters: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Service Coverage: Pan India and Overseas (Hyderabad, Bangalore, Goa, Krishnapatnam,
Visakhapatnam, USA)
Pan India and Overseas
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A Celebration of Courage, Culture, and Childhood Wonder: Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic by Shraddha Hakani
In India, stories are more than entertainment — they are traditions lovingly passed from one generation to the next. From bedtime tales told by grandparents to the vibrant celebrations of Navratri that fill homes with music, devotion, and joy, storytelling has always been deeply woven into our culture. In Devi and the Nine Nights of…
In India, stories are more than entertainment — they are traditions lovingly passed from one generation to the next. From bedtime tales told by grandparents to the vibrant celebrations of Navratri that fill homes with music, devotion, and joy, storytelling has always been deeply woven into our culture. In Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic, author Shraddha Hakani beautifully captures this spirit, creating a children’s story that feels both magical and deeply rooted in Indian values.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas, the story introduces readers to Princess Devi, a young girl who embarks on an emotional journey of courage, self-belief, and compassion. When the peaceful land of her friends is threatened by the terrifying monster Varasur, fear spreads across the snowy kingdom of Shailpur. Though Devi initially doubts herself, she slowly learns that true strength does not come from power or size, but from resilience, wisdom, kindness, and faith in oneself.
What makes this book especially meaningful for Indian families is how naturally it reflects themes that resonate deeply within our culture. The nine nights of preparation echo the spirit of Navratri — a celebration of feminine strength, inner power, and triumph over darkness. Young readers are gently introduced to timeless values such as bravery, friendship, humility, and standing up for others, all through a story that feels warm, adventurous, and age-appropriate.
One of the most admirable aspects of Shraddha Hakani’s writing is the emotional authenticity she brings to Princess Devi’s character. Devi is not portrayed as fearless from the beginning. Instead, she experiences uncertainty and self-doubt, making her journey relatable and inspiring for children. This thoughtful portrayal encourages young readers to understand that courage is not the absence of fear, but the decision to rise despite it.
The storytelling itself feels comforting and immersive — almost like listening to a cherished bedtime story from childhood. Hakani’s writing style is simple enough for young readers to enjoy independently, while still carrying emotional depth that parents will appreciate. There is a softness and warmth throughout the narrative that makes the book especially well-suited for family reading.
The illustrations by Manas Dash bring the world of Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic vividly to life. From snowy Himalayan landscapes and royal palaces to magical forests and thrilling moments of adventure, every page bursts with colour, imagination, and charm. The artwork beautifully complements the storytelling and keeps children visually engaged from beginning to end.
Another thoughtful addition is the inclusion of activities and reflection questions at the end of the book. These interactive elements encourage children to think about the lessons within the story while making the reading experience even more engaging for families and educators.
At a time when many children’s books focus primarily on entertainment, Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic stands out for blending fantasy with meaningful cultural storytelling. Shraddha Hakani has created a story that not only entertains young readers, but also celebrates Indian heritage, the strength of young girls, and the universal importance of kindness and courage.
Heartwarming, empowering, and visually enchanting, Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic is a beautiful addition to every child’s bookshelf — especially for families looking to introduce stories that celebrate both imagination and cultural values.
A magical reminder that even the smallest voice can carry the greatest strength.
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Book Review: “Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic” by Shraddha Hakani
In a world where children’s books often focus only on adventure, Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic beautifully combines imagination with important life lessons. Written by Shraddha Hakani, this charming story takes young readers into the snowy Himalayan kingdom of Shailpur, where a brave young princess named Devi learns that true strength comes not from size or power, but from courage, wisdom, and kindness.
The story follows Princess Devi as she discovers that the peaceful town of her friends has been destroyed by a frightening monster named Varasur. Fear spreads across the mountains, and Devi begins to doubt herself. However, with guidance from her wise father, King Himavan, and support from her loyal friends, she prepares herself over nine days and nights to protect her people.
One of the strongest parts of the book is its message. The story teaches children about bravery, friendship, preparation, and believing in oneself. Instead of showing a hero who is fearless from the beginning, the author presents Devi as someone who feels scared and uncertain, making her character more relatable and inspiring for young readers.
The illustrations by Manas Dash are bright, colourful, and full of life. Every page captures the magical atmosphere of the Himalayas, royal palaces, forests, and battles in a way that keeps children engaged. The artwork adds warmth and excitement to the storytelling, making the book visually delightful.
The language used throughout the book is simple and easy for children to understand. The storytelling style feels gentle and comforting, almost like listening to a bedtime tale. Parents and teachers will also appreciate the interactive activities and questionnaires included at the end of the book, which help children remember the story and learn from it.
Devi and the Nine Nights of Magic is more than just a fantasy tale. It is a story about inner strength, compassion, and standing up for what is right. With its meaningful message, beautiful illustrations, and engaging storytelling, this book is an excellent choice for young readers and families alike.
A heartwarming and magical read that reminds children that even the smallest person can make the biggest difference.
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