Mamta Namdev Tambe A Visually Handicap Inspirational Personality From A Banker To Receiving Honourary Doctorate From USA.

Mamta Tambe( Mamta Baldev Chandiramani)is well recognised by her activities in the Society received more than 50 awards from government and  many ngo towards her achievements is a great example to many ” Where there is a will there is a way” Recently she was honoured  by Honourary Doctorate from The American University as Social activist .She is also awarded  as Blissful Queen from London, Saraswati Bai Dadasaheb Phalke Phalke as International iconic Women and Women A however in her training the other visually impaired personalities of the society

She was born premature with no vision on July 27,This barrier did not stop her growth and development in any way as she is a person of strong will power, determination and positive attitude.

She lost her father when she was 13 years old. Right from childhood she was very independent. She completed  Diploma in basic computers using screen reader software (Jaws).Her passion to explore dreams did not stop here , completed 2 degrees of Indian Classical music (Vocal as well as singing), Medical Transcription, Typing, swimming, singing, Reiki, Casio, flute and making friends. She followed the example of Helen Keller who overcame all the barriers in life in spite of her  strongly believes  that:

“DISABILITY CREATES BARRIERS, BUT DETERMINATION BREAKS THEM”

Mamta Loves reading and listening to books she reads a lot whenever she gets times specially e books, some audio books and stories.When She was in 9th, she also started to learn Mobility cooking currency identifying and other independent living skills etc, which in turn made her more independent.

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.”

Mamta was born in Philippines (Manila) She started her childhood in Thailand, did her Pre-pdisabilities.Sherimary and primary school From Bangkok Thailand, secondary school (SSC) from Bhavans A.H. vadia High school Andheri Mumbai Under the Integrated Education Program, Junior college from Ferguson College Pune along with staying in the hostel there where in the 12th standard Mamta with her confidence positivity and personality was crowned superintendent of Ferguson college ladies’ hostel for 1 fully Year from 2003 to 2004. Senior College Sathaye college Vile Parle (E) T.Y.B.A. Topper Majoring in Education of 2008 Batch. Further did her M.A. from Mumbai University. She has thorough knowledge of computers and software with JAWS in the whole of India to Complete her T.Y.B.A in Education, (six papers) From Sathaye College(Mumbai University). Topped Mumbai University with the highest percentage and marks in the general category.She Received Excellence (All Rounder) Award From (IAEWP) an Organization Affiliated to (UNO) .In July 2008 She also has been interviewed by Print Media (Newspaper) namely (Nav Bharat Times) (Mumbai Mirror) (Maharashtra Times) (Yuva Paper for Youth) in June 2008, Blind Welfare Magazine and also West side Plus, Supplement of Times of India in July 2008 She also was Featured by Electronic Media on 5 Channels on TV namely (D D News)(Live India) (C T. V.) (I T N) and (Me Marathi) in June and July 2008. She attended a One-day training  session organized by NAB India on Sensitivity towards the Visually Impaired in September 2008ttended a conference organized by Computer Society of India (CSI) for 2 Days in Ahmedabad in September 2008.She attended the second conference of Access India which was organized in Ahmedabad in September 2008.She attended a conference organized by Barrier Break Technologies known as (Techshare Conference) which focused on assistive devices and access technology products in November 2008.Felicitated by Lions Club for Excellence in Academics in September 2009.Felicitated by Maharashtra NAV NIRMAN SENA (MANSE) on the occasion of World’s White Cane Day on 15 October 2009.Felicitated by State Bank of India on the occasion of World’s disability day, on 5th December 2011 for good nature and excellent work.She received medal by DMD and CDO our former Chairperson Mrs. Arundhati Bhattacharya Madam on 14th March 2012 on eve of International Women’s Day.She also was felicitated by State bank of India Super Circle of Excellence (SCE 2) by Mr. Tom Jecup sir and State bank of India andheri (W) branch by P.C. Baror sir on 20th April 2012.

She attended a one-day training organized by the American Heart Association in collaboration with Voice Vision on First Aid on 15th April 2012. She completed and passed Bank Increment 2 examination JAIIB in 20/01/2012, and CAIIB in 25/01/2014.Was felicitated by SC ST Association corporate centre unit SBI on the occasion of 136 birth anniversary of Dr. Baba saheb Ambedkar by GM OLCS A.V. Bhrumma Rao sir on 25/04/2017.Currently this lock down and work from home situation, have earned various E certificates from Hadley school in  various courses.

“THERE IS NO SHORTCUT TO SUCCESS”

Her visual impairment has given her a chance to explore the best of assistive technologies, to equip herself with the competitive skills to gain a responsible position in the corporate world. With the help of a screen reader called “Job Access with Speech” (JAWS), she is able to work with all Windows Operating systems, Microsoft Office applications like Word, Excel,PowerPoint,Office 365, etc. or any job-related applications.This also includes accessing Internet, filling forms online, sending & receiving e-mails via Internet based services like Google Gmail or any e-mail client like Outlook Express.

 She also Designs websites accessible to Visually Impaired and partially sighted students.She uses Braille script for her reading and writing, and is able to read and write in all languages mentioned. She also teaches computers, Braille,Mobility, cooking and other skills to visually impaired and partially sighted students.

 Using TALKS, a software that converts the display text of a cellular handset into highly intelligible speech, empowered  to make optimum use of cellular technology like speech-enabled contact names, caller ID, text messages, help files and other screen content. Nowadays all mobile phones are having an in-built screen reader name talkback which is a boon / blessing for all Visually impaired fraternity, it helps reading everything which comes on the screen.

 

Mamta Namdev Tambe A Visually Handicap Inspirational Personality  From A Banker To Receiving Honourary Doctorate From USA.

National Poker Series India Reveals An Unprecedented Prize Pool Of 100 Crore For Its 2025 Edition

The National Poker Series India (NPS) in its milestone 5^th edition in March 2025, promises to elevate India’s poker landscape to newer heights. Exclusively hosted on PokerBaazi, NPS 2025 boasts an unprecedented ₹100 Crore prize pool, positioning it as the biggest and most prestigious poker event in the country’s history.

Navkiran Singh, Founder and CEO of Baazi Games, commented, “The National Poker Series India is a platform that transcends mere competition; it is a movement that recognizes poker as a serious skill-based mind sport in India. Each edition is designed to emphasize strategy, precision, and mental endurance, enabling players to refine their abilities while promoting the sport across the nation. We are proud to host the National Poker Series India for its 5^th edition with a ₹100 crore prize pool—the biggest our country has seen yet. We aim to deliver an unparalleled experience at PokerBaazi, to empower the talent of poker players across India.”

Building on the overwhelming success of the 2024 edition, which drew over 2.25 Lakh entries and offered a prize pool of ₹62.5 Crore and 450 medals, NPS 2025 is set to raise the bar even higher. Players can anticipate an event of extraordinary scale in 2025, making the 5^th edition the most competitive and rewarding yet.

Since its inception, the National Poker Series India has attracted over 5.33 lakh entries, hosted 404 high-stakes tournaments, and awarded 1,221 players with medals, solidifying its position as India’s premier platform for competitive poker. In the 2024 edition, Deepak Singh from Delhi emerged as the overall champion with 3 Gold, 1 Silver, and 1 Bronze medals. The competition was fierce, with Abhishek Sonu from Bihar and Samay Modi from Maharashtra also securing podium finishes. Maharashtra led the medal tally with over 100 medals, closely followed by Delhi with 83, illustrating the regional pride and intense rivalry that NPS has come to symbolize.

The schedule of the tournament series that surpasses the rewards of some of the country’s largest sports leagues is expected to follow soon.

National Poker Series India Reveals An Unprecedented Prize Pool Of 100 Crore For Its 2025 Edition

Desi Star Samar Singh’s Song KAMAR KE NEELAMI Was Launched By Viral Bhojpuri With Haryanvi Actress Vaishali Chaudhary

समर सिंह, शिल्पी राज, वैशाली चौधरी संग गाना ‘कमर के नीलामी’ वायरल भोजपुरी ने किया ग्रैंड म्यूजिक लांच

देसी स्टार समर सिंह जब भी कोई गाना कमर पर लेकर आते हैं तो वह सुपर डुपर हिट होने के साथ ही साथ वायरल भी हो जाता है। विगत कई सालों से समर सिंह का कमर वाला गाना तहलका मचाया हुआ है। ऐसे में बाबा विश्वनाथ की नगरी वाराणसी में समर सिंह और शिल्पी राज का गाया हुआ भोजपुरी सांग ‘कमर के नीलामी’ का ग्रांड म्यूजिक लॉन्च एक होटल में ‘वायरल भोजपुरी’ म्यूजिक कंपनी ने किया है। इस अवसर पर म्यूजिक कंपनी वायरल भोजपुरी के हेड विक्रांत नेगी, हितेश, देसी स्टार समर सिंह, एक्ट्रेस वैशाली चौधरी, अभय पांडेय, सिंगर मनोज लाल यादव, एस के आनंद, अंकित मिश्रा, गीतकार आलोक यादव सहित तमाम दिग्गज हस्तियां मौजूद रहीं। इस दौरान समर सिंह और वैशाली चौधरी को देखने के लिए फैंस की काफी भीड़ जमा रही। दोनों कलाकारों ने मीडिया के सवालों का जवाब दिया और साथ ही सोशल मीडिया क्रिएटर संग ‘कमर के नीलामी’ गाने पर ठुमके भी लगाये। यह म्यूजिक लांच बिग लेबल पर किया गया, जिसकी हर कोई तारीफ कर रहा है। इस मौके पर ‘कमर के कमानी’ सांग बड़े स्क्रीन पर दिखाया गया, जिसकी हर किसी ने खूब तारीफ किया।

गौरतलब है कि वायरल भोजपुरी के ऑफिसियल यूट्यूब चैनल पर रिलीज किया गया बिग ब्लास्ट सांग ‘कमर के नीलामी’ को समर सिंह और सिंगर शिल्पी राज ने मस्ती मूड में गाया है, जिसे क़ाफी पसंद किया जा रहा है। इस गाने के वीडियो में समर सिंह के साथ एक्ट्रेस वैशाली चौधरी नजर आ रही है। उनकी केमेस्ट्री फुल टू धमाल मचा रही है। इस गाने के गीतकार विक्की रौशन, संगीतकार रौशन सिंह, डिजाईन डीजे रवि राज ने किया है। कोरियोग्राफर असलम खान, वीडियो डायरेक्टर असलम खान, डीओपी राहुल यादव, कॉन्सेप्ट समर मोदी, प्रोजेक्ट बाई अभय पांडेय का है। स्पेशल थैंक्स अंकित मिश्रा, आशीष सत्यार्थी का है।

सांग लॉन्चिंग के अवसर पर समर सिंह ने मीडिया के सवालों के जवाब में बताया कि ‘कमर के कमानी फुल एंटरटेनिंग सांग है। इस गाने की मेकिंग में हम लोगों ने काफी मेहनत किया है। यह गाना मेरे दिल के बेहद करीब है। वैशाली चौधरी ने बहुत अच्छा काम किया है। हमारी केमेस्ट्री फुल इंटरटेनिंग है। वायरल भोजपुरी म्यूजिक कंपनी ने बहुत ही बेहतरीन सांग बनाया है। यह गाना देखने और सुनने में लोगों को बहुत मजा आएगा। सभी से गुजारिश है कि इस गाने को अपना प्यार और आशीर्वाद दीजिये और हिट बनाइये।’

वैशाली चौधरी ने कहा कि ‘इस गाने का हिस्सा बनकर मुझे बेहद खुशी हुई है। अब तक मैंने एक्शन वाले गाने किया था, पहली बार मैंने डांस वाला सांग किया है, यह गाना देखने पर लोगों को पता चलेगा कि मैं डांस भी कर सकती हूँ। वायरल भोजपुरी म्यूजिक कंपनी को बहुत बहुत धन्यवाद देती हूं। समर सिंह के साथ काम करना एक शानदार अनुभव था।’

वायरल भोजपुरी के विक्रांत नेगी ने कहा कि ‘इस गाने में समर सिंह ने बहुत अच्छा काम किया है। समर सिंह, शिल्पी राज और वैशाली चौधरी की तिकड़ी काफी शानदार है। इस गाने को प्यार देने के लिए सभी दर्शकों को दिल से धन्यवाद।’

 

देसी स्टार समर सिंह का सांग ‘कमर के नीलामी’ हरियाणवी एक्ट्रेस वैशाली चौधरी संग वायरल भोजपुरी ने किया लांच

IGAP Releases Comprehensive Report On Social Media Transparency And Compliance: Calls For Increased Accountability From Platforms

India, 2024 – The Internet Governance and Policy Project (IGAP) has today published its latest report, “Social Media Transparency Reporting: A Performance Review”, offering a detailed analysis of how Significant Social Media Intermediaries (SSMIs) are complying with India’s Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The report assesses the performance of major platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Snap, ShareChat, and Koo, focusing on their content moderation practices and grievance redressal mechanisms between June 2021 and December 2023.

As concerns over harmful online content, including misinformation and hate speech, continue to grow, IGAP’s report highlights key gaps in transparency across these platforms and calls for enhanced accountability to Indian users. The study also provides a comparative analysis with international frameworks such as the European Union’s Digital Services Act and presents actionable recommendations for improving transparency and compliance practices.

Key Findings:

• Inconsistent Reporting: While platforms like Facebook and YouTube offer relatively comprehensive reports, others such as Koo and LinkedIn provide limited data, making it difficult to evaluate their adherence to content moderation guidelines.
• Lack of Clarity on Automated Monitoring: Platforms like Snap and ShareChat offer minimal disclosure on content proactively removed using automated tools, raising questions about the effectiveness of their systems in addressing harmful content such as hate speech and child exploitation.
• Complex Grievance Redressal Mechanisms: Platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter/X maintain both global and India-specific grievance systems, leading to confusion for users and inconsistencies in data reporting.
• Need for More Granular Data: The report emphasizes the importance of providing more detailed disclosures, particularly on content moderation in regional Indian languages, law enforcement requests, and actions against repeat offenders.

Recommendations: IGAP’s report outlines several key reforms to improve transparency and ensure better accountability:

• More Granular Disclosures: Social media platforms should provide detailed data on user complaints, content removals, and the diversity of Indian languages to ensure fair and equitable moderation practices.
• Standardized Reporting Formats: Platforms should adopt consistent and uniform reporting formats to improve accessibility and comparison of data across different platforms.
• Improved Oversight of Automated Tools: The report calls for clearer reporting on the types of content flagged and removed by automated systems, with a focus on emerging concerns such as misinformation, deepfakes, and synthetic media.
• Rakesh Maheswari, the Lead Author, and former Senior Director and Group Coordinator (Cyber Laws and Data Governance Division), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), stated, “Social media platforms have a responsibility to create a transparent and accountable digital environment, especially given their influence on public discourse. This report underscores the need for uniform, more granular reporting in line with the intent of IT Rules, 2021 and aims to help bridge the gaps in content moderation practices across platforms operating in India.”
• Rakesh Maheswari has played a pivotal role in shaping India’s digital governance landscape. He was instrumental in drafting the Information Technology Rules, 2021 and has extensive experience in promoting regulatory frameworks for a safer and more transparent online ecosystem.

The Report is accessible at: https://igap.in/social-media-transparency-reporting-a-performance-review/

IGAP Releases Comprehensive Report On Social Media Transparency And Compliance: Calls For Increased Accountability From Platforms

University Of Windsor Concludes 10-Day India Tour, Engages With Over 40 Institutions Across 6 Cities To Strengthen Ties

India :  The University of Windsor, Canada successfully concluded its 10-day academic tour in India, marking an important step in fostering deeper educational ties between India and Canada. Durnig this time, representatives from UWindsor met with officials and key academic leaders from 40 institutions across six key cities-Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Trichy, and Mumbai. Among these, nearly 15 institutes were identified as partners for potential future collaborations.

The delegation held several high-profile interactions with various distinguished academic leaders, officials and government bodies, including meetings with the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and regulatory bodies such as FICCI, further laying the groundwork for cross-border relationships, possibilities for research collaboration, and higher scholarship opportunities for Indian students aspiring to study abroad.

To bolster amiable ties, the Uwindsor team also met with the Telangana Higher Education Council and hosted an award ceremony honoring the Top 20 institutions in India as ranked by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), underscoring its efforts in favour of academic excellence, and meaningful partnerships. A renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was also signed with Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, focusing on student mobility and faculty-led exchange programs.

“Our recent tour of India was a resounding success, reinforcing the longstanding partnership between India and Canada. Through our discussions with officials, it is evident that both nations share a deep commitment to fostering world-class educational opportunities for students. India remains a pivotal partner for the University of Windsor, and we are steadfast in our resolve to nurture and expand these valued relationships. We are proud to continue working closely with Indian institutions, offering students access to global education that will enrich their academic and personal growth” said, Dr. Robert Gordon, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Windsor. “

The University of Windsor, as a public institution with a strong commitment to academic excellence, has long cherished its ties with India and continues to be committed to offering Indian students world-quality educational opportunities.

Currently, UWindsor admitted over 350 students last year and is looking forward to welcoming more students in the coming years, offering them exposure to the global world and more diverse opportunities to thrive in a multicultural learning environment. In this continued partnership, the University of Windsor will provide enriching opportunities for students to make a positive difference in the world.

About University of Windsor

The University of Windsor is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse learning environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. It is known for its innovative programs and comprehensive support for students, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Uwindsor is deeply engaged with its local and regional community, promoting collaboration and partnerships that enhance social, economic, and cultural development. The institution’s dedication to research and outreach further strengthens its role as a leader in higher education.

At the University of Windsor, a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs are offered across multiple disciplines, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in their chosen fields. The faculty members are recognized for their expertise and commitment to education, thereby ensuring high-quality instruction.

With a strong emphasis on research and innovation, the University of Windsor supports initiatives that address societal challenges and contribute to advancements in various fields. Through state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative projects, the university fosters an environment conducive to groundbreaking discoveries.

For more information about University of Windsor, please visit https://www.uwindsor.ca/.

University Of Windsor Concludes 10-Day India Tour, Engages With Over 40 Institutions Across 6 Cities To Strengthen Ties