#Coronavirus in Bengaluru

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Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on29 Dec 23 A new variant of Covid-19 necessitates precautions

With reference to Bibhudatta Pradhan's report India detects JN.1 Covid variant in Kerala as case numbers rise (December 19): This was an alarming read. More than two and half years after the entire planet was threatened by the coronavirus, and after the great relief of it being finally behind us, the news of resurgent variants seems ominous.

My home state of Karnataka, which has a southern border with Kerala, has taken precautionary measures that provide relief to citizens such as myself.

People of all ages should be careful but senior citizens especially should wear masks wherever they go just to be safe. It used to be part of our daily drill when stepping out two years ago. There's no harm in taking extra precautions. Such measures are more beneficial as people in winter are quite often down with the usual coughs and colds.

The slight inconvenience of wearing a mask while commuting or travelling is worth the trouble when you think of the consequences of not wearing one.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

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Maritime Surveillance and Intervention Market size 2030

The global Maritime surveillance and intervention market size was valued at USD 19.94 billion in 2022. The market is projected to grow from USD 22.18 billion in 2023 to USD 35.87 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period.

Maritime surveillance and intervention systems play a crucial role in enhancing maritime security by optimizing operations and conducting reconnaissance activities. Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, a leading company in this field, has developed advanced autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) such as Hugin and its upgraded version, Hugin Superior. Fortune Business Insights presents this information in their report titled "Global Maritime Surveillance and Intervention Market, 2023–2030."

List of Key Players Profiled in the Market Report:

Indra Sistemas, S.A. (Spain)

Raytheon Technologies Corporation (U.S.)

Saab AB (Sweden)

Elbit Systems Ltd. (Israel)

Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. (Japan)

Bharat Electronics Limited (Bengaluru)

Dassault Aviation SA (France)

Naval Group (France)

Kongsberg Gruppen ASA (Norway)

SRT Maritime Systems plc (U.K.)

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COVID-19 Impact:

COVID-19 Enhanced Coastline Security with Maritime Surveillance UAVs

The maritime industry experienced a significant impact from the outbreak of the coronavirus. To effectively monitor the coastline during this period, coastguards turned to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for remote maritime surveillance operations. These UAVs played a crucial role in detecting any violations of lockdown regulations. As a result, there was a notable increase in the demand for maritime surveillance UAVs. COVID-19 Impact:

Segments:

Dominant Product Segment to Experience Rapid Expansion with Advanced Surveillance Systems

By component, the market is divided into software and product. Due to the increasing number of advanced surveillance systems being introduced through product launches, the product segment is projected to exhibit significant growth.

Rise in Cross-Border Tensions Fuels Dominance of Surveillance and Tracking Segment

By application, the market is divided into surveillance and tracking, navigation, Maritime traffic management, search and rescue, and others. Driven by escalating cross-border tensions, the surveillance and tracking segment is expected to assert its dominance in the industry. This can be attributed to the growing demand for security systems as a means to enhance overall safety and protection.

Boost in Military Segment Growth Driven by Naval Fleet Expansion and Enhanced Security Solutions

By end user, the market is segmented into civil, commercial, and military. The growth of the military segment is expected to be fueled by factors such as the expansion of naval fleets, increased investments in security solutions, advancements in risk assessment and investigation capabilities, and other related factors.

Geographically, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Rest of the World.

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Report Coverage:

The report offers: 

Major growth drivers, restraining factors, opportunities, and potential challenges for the market. 

Comprehensive insights into regional developments. 

List of major industry players. 

Key strategies adopted by the market players. 

Latest industry developments include product launches, partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.

Drivers & Restraints:

Addressing Maritime Security Challenges through MSI Solutions The global maritime industry is witnessing increased traffic due to the growing ocean trade. This rise in seaway transportation has led to a surge in ocean crimes, prompting the growth and adoption of Maritime surveillance and intervention market share and solutions. Additionally, international pressure and the threat of terrorist activities have further emphasized the need for maritime security.

Challenges in developing advanced surveillance solutions for stealth vessels, including high initial costs and the risk of cyber-attacks, hinder Maritime surveillance and intervention market growth.

Competitive Landscape

Key Players' Growth Driven by Strategic Collaboration and Product Innovation

The market is fragmented, with companies such as Saab AB, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, and Dassault Aviation SA. These focus on acquisitions, product development, and technological collaborations to expand their product portfolio and maintain competitiveness.

Key Industry Development: 

October 2021 – The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has awarded French space agency subsidiary CLS and European drone manufacturer TEKEVER new contracts for remote surveillance of European waters. This innovative contract includes the use of lifeboats and many new sensors.

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Smart Education and Learning Market Size Overview, Global Value, Opportunities and Sales Forecast

The global “Smart Education and Learning Market Size” is expected to rise with an impressive CAGR and generate the highest revenue by 2030. Fortune Business Insights™ in its latest report published this information. The report is titled "Smart Education and Learning Market Size, Share & Revenue Forecast, 2023-2030". The report discusses research objectives, research scope, methodology, timeline and challenges during the entire forecast period.

Report Highlights:

A comprehensive overview of the Smart Education and Learning Market

Significant factors boosting, restricting, challenging and providing an opportunity to the market

Key insights and major industry developments

Significant players functioning in the Smart Education and Learning Market

Major strategies adopted by players such as the launch of new products for better revenue generation, company collaborations, and others

Other market trends

An Overview of the Impact of COVID-19 on this Market:

The emergence of COVID-19 has brought the world to a standstill. We understand that this health crisis has brought an unprecedented impact on businesses across industries. However, this too shall pass. Rising support from governments and several companies can help in the fight against this highly contagious disease. There are some industries that are struggling and some are thriving. Overall, almost every sector is anticipated to be impacted by the pandemic.

We are making continuous efforts to help your business sustain and grow during COVID-19 pandemics. Based on our experience and expertise, we will offer you an impact analysis of coronavirus outbreaks across industries to help you prepare for the future.

For More Information, Visit - https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/industry-reports/smart-education-and-learning-market-101942

List of Top Key Manufacturers for Smart Education and Learning Market:

Blackboard Inc. (Washington, D.C., United States)

Ebix Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia, United States)

Cisco Systems, Inc. (San Jose, California, United States)

McGraw Hill. (New York, United States)

D2L Corporation. (Kitchener, Canada)

NIIT (Gurugram, Haryana, India)

Pearson (London, United Kingdom)

SkillSoft (Nashua, New Hampshire, United States)

SMART Technologies ULC (Calgary, Canada)

Ellucian Company L.P. (Virginia, United States)

BYJU'S (Bengaluru, Karnataka, India)

PROMETHEAN LIMITED (Seattle, Washington, United States)

Saba Software (Dublin, California, United States)

SAMSUNG (Seoul, South Korea)

Cengage (Boston, Massachusetts, United States)

NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (Fuzhou, China)

Absorb LMS Software Inc. (Calgary, Alberta, Canada)

Cornerstone OnDemand, Inc. (Santa Monica, California, United States)

Oracle Corporation (Redwood City, California, United States)

Paradiso Solutions LLC (Silicon Valley, California, United States)

CrossKnowledge (John Wiley & Sons, Inc.) (Suresnes, France)

JZero Solutions Ltd (Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom)

Edmodo (Mariners Island Blvd, San Mateo, CA, USA)

Regional Analysis for Smart Education and Learning Market:

North America (the USA and Canada)

Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Scandinavia and Rest of Europe)

Asia Pacific (Japan, China, India, Australia, Southeast Asia and Rest of Asia Pacific)

Latin America (Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America)

The Smart Education and Learning Market research report offers a complete assessment of the industry. The projections included in the report have been determined utilizing demonstrated research philosophies and presumptions.

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K12 Coding Courses Market Unidentified Segments – The Biggest Opportunity Of 2023

A Latest intelligence report published by AMA Research with title "Global K12 Coding Courses Market Outlook to 2027. This detailed report on K12 Coding Courses Market provides a detailed overview of key factors in the Global K12 Coding Courses Market and factors such as driver, restraint, past and current trends, regulatory scenarios and technology development.

A coding class teaches students how to code with the help of an instructor. The teacher usually explains a subject to the kids before having them put it into practice through a fun activity. Some coding classes are held in person, while others are conducted entirely online. The ed-tech industry is rapidly expanding around the world. Children are being pushed to study coding online as a result of COVID-19 lockout and work-from-home policies. Companies in the online coding for kids sector are capitalizing on this potential, drawing inspiration from the MIT App Inventor Challenge, which allows kids to create apps that help increase awareness about coronavirus control. In the midst of the current epidemic, there is a desire for web-based and visual programming environment apps for smartphones and tablets that provide moral support to people. Companies in the online coding for kids sector are expanding their marketing and advertising budgets in order to entice children to participate in online app creation and programming classes.

Major Players in this Report Include are:

Camp K12 (United States)

CodaKid (United States)

Code.org (United States)

CodeCombat Inc. (United States)

edX Inc. (United States)

Korn ferry (United States)

Person vue (Bloomington, United Kingdom)

Aon PLC (London, United Kingdom)

IBM Corporation (Armonk, New York)

Team lease (Bengaluru, India)

DDI (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)

Mettle (London, United Kingdom)

Market Drivers: Due to COVID-19 schools shifted from Traditional Blackboard to Online Education

Growing Awareness about Benefits of Coding On Kids’ Overall Mental Ability

Time Flexibility Increases Student Attractions towards K12 Online Education

Rising Digital Solutions and Digital Technology.

Market Trend: Getting a Higher Level of Education Trough International and National Schools or Institutes

Evolution of Courses to Offer Additional Features Such As Carrier Counselling & Project Assistance

Opportunities: Rising Trends of Children’s To Learning in Their Own Space

Increasing Government Spending Across Developed and Developing Economies

The Global K12 Coding Courses Market segments and Market Data Break Down by Application (Pre-Level Coding - Grade KG to 2, Elementary-Level Coding - Grade 3 to 5, Middle-Level Coding - Grade 6 to 8, High-Level Coding - Grade 9 to 12), Course (Crash Course, Comprehensive Package, Others), Sector (Corporate, Government, Higher Education)

Geographically World K12 Coding Courses markets can be classified as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa and Latin America. North America has gained a leading position in the global market and is expected to remain in place for years to come. The growing demand for Global K12 Coding Courses markets will drive growth in the North American market over the next few years.

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AMA Research & Media LLP

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Effect Of Layoff In IT Industry On Real Estate

Effect Of Layoff On the Real Estate Sector

Due to the coronavirus epidemic, developers of real estate have resorted to layoffs and wage cutbacks, since sales are expected to remain down in the next months, as per industry analysts.

Since the last three to four years, the real estate industry has faced headwinds as a result of demonetisation, RERA, and GST implementation, as well as delays in clearances. The Covid-19 situation has damaged market sentiment and sales even more.

The real estate business employs 6-7 million people, including 300,000 white-collar workers, according to industry estimates.

According to MyHiringClub.com and Sarkari-Naukri.info, the coronavirus outbreak is projected to lay off roughly 200,000 real estate personnel (including white-collar workers). They said that about 60,000 jobs had been lost thus far.

"The industry is having a significant influence on their sales, which will immediately impact company profitability." There is now a significant possibility of default in the outstanding payment.

Because many developers are already suffering a liquidity problem, they are focused on cost containment, making layoffs, closing offices, and attempting to consolidate their work and people." This scenario is projected to last till the end of the fiscal year," said the CEO and MD of consultancy firm PropConsilium Infratech. PTI quoted Rajesh Kumar as saying.

Factors such as the global economic slowdown, the obstacles beset upon the European Union as a result of Brexit, and the US change in policy on the issuance of the 'H1B' visa were some of the approaches remains that had previously been voiced, standing in the way of Indian 'IT' industry growth. 

Furthermore, industrial trends toward the use of automation, robotics, and machine intelligence to cut costs are significant causes of workforce reduction. At various levels, one-third of people in the 'IT' business are losing their employment. Given the resulting market unhappiness, numerous reputable IT firms have acknowledged that they have trained staff who have been laid off on advanced technology with increased responsibilities. 

In contrast, IT industry experts are worried about the challenges that a majority of present employees experience as a result of the usage of new technologies since they have been discovered to be unfit for advanced training. Employees in the 'IT' industry are also voicing concern about increased layoffs in such scenarios.

The Indian IT sector has mostly established itself in a cluster of cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Noida, Pune, and Navi Mumbai. The exponential rise of these IT businesses has had a synergistic influence on the real estate market in the surrounding locations. This increase in demand has boosted the building industry.

As a result, the rise in layoffs in the IT business is expected to cause a decline in the industry of real estate and a challenge to the building sector in these prominent cities known as IT centres.

However, the Centre has considered the potential risks that may occur as a result of the layoffs. Ravi Shankar Prasad, India's Minister of Information and Telecommunications, will meet with CEOs of important IT firms in the first week of June. 

Currently, 16 thousand 'IT' and 'BPO' firms employ 40 lakh people in the country. Employees in these organisations are typically between the ages of 30 and 40, with an annual salary ranging from 20 to 60 lakh rupees.

Because of rising employee earnings in the IT business, younger workers are saving for home purchases. These employees have little difficulty purchasing real estate because of their regular high wages. This is extremely beneficial to the building industry. 

Nevertheless, if the IT industry is laid off, these individuals will most likely keep such ideas away. As a consequence, it would have opposite effects on the business of the real estate.

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Financetime.in Merck's COVID pill fails to prevent infection among family members, Health News, ET HealthWorld

Bengaluru: Merck & Co Inc said on Tuesday that the COVID-19 pill was ineffective in reducing the risk of coronavirus infections in people living with someone infected with the virus. The results were similar to data from rival Pfizer Inc, whose COVID pill Paxlovid also failed to prevent infections among household contacts. The two antiviral drugs are approved as treatments for individuals at risk…

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Soaring temperatures bad news for Bangaloreans, good news for AC makers

IMD’s prediction about a hotter-than-usual summer has put a smile on the face of AC manufacturers who are hoping for an improvement after two slow years thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Manufacturers like Voltas, Hitachi, LG, Panasonic and Godrej Appliances are anticipating pent-up demand, especially in a city like Bengaluru where ACs weren’t a necessity.

Temperatures would usually remain below 30 degrees, but the temperature has been on the rise in the last few weeks with little chance of rain. Weather forecasters point out that April 2021 was much kinder than 2022. In the first ten days of April, Bengaluru received more than 60mm of rain. This was more than the monthly average of 41.5mm. At the end of the month, rain totalled a record 121.1mm.

Bangaloreans were not happy with this stark increase in temperatures. "Earlier there was no need for ACs in Bengaluru because the weather was AC-like. We had natural AC and now the temperatures have increased drastically," said Akshaya N from Bellandur. "It's so hot that, I only keep drinking water, fruit juices or majike (buttermilk) these days," said Suresh from HSR layout.

“AC sales are steady this year, but it was high last two years for a few months," said Munesh a local electronics vendor, “People were able to spend money on it and many people stayed at home. Most people loved buying ACs and Microwave ovens last year. Bengaluru is known for its changing weather, people are more likely to buy something that can work in all types of weather,” added Munesh.

Last year due to the COVID-19 outbreak and increasing temperatures, the Air Conditioner (AC) sales increased in Bengaluru, a city that has been known for its cooler weather even when the rest of the country is facing raging heat waves in summer. Many AC vendors are hoping for a similar pattern this year as last year the sales dipped in the middle due to the COVID-19 advisory of the spread of the virus in air-conditioned spaces.

Prices for residential air conditioners may rise by 5% to 10% due to rising input costs in the industry, despite manufacturers expecting double-digit growth this year due to the early arrival of summer.

Air conditioner sales fell after increasing during the spring, as authorities declared that the coronavirus spreads more quickly in air-conditioned rooms and halls. Some anticipate increased demand this season, which may result in a unit shortage, putting them under pressure to meet the increased demand.

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As WFH closes, IT organizations like Accenture, Industrious Frameworks get inventive to review hesitant workers to workplaces

Bengaluru: Since Coronavirus cases have died down, many organizations maintain that their workers should report back to the workplaces and have begun reviewing the staff. Representatives, then again, appear to be hesitant to work from the workplace again subsequent to having worked from the solace of their homes for the beyond two years. Read more

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कोरोना को लेकर आई अच्छी खबर, बेंगलुरु में पिछले तीन दिनों में कोरोना संक्रमण से एक भी मौत नहीं

कोरोना को लेकर आई अच्छी खबर, बेंगलुरु में पिछले तीन दिनों में कोरोना संक्रमण से एक भी मौत नहीं

कोरोना महामारी को लेकर दुनियाभर में जंग अभी जारी है. इस बीच देश के कर्नाटक राज्य से कोरोना को लेकर अच्छी खबर सामने आई है. बेंगलुरु में पिछले तीन दिनों में कोरोना संक्रमण की वजह से कोई मौत दर्ज नहीं की गई है. राज्य में कोविड-19 से संक्रमण के मामलों की संख्या और कम हो गई है. स्वास्थ्य और परिवार कल्याण विभाग ने रविवार 3 अप्रैल को कहा कि बेंगलुरू में पिछले तीन दिनों में शून्य मौतें दर्ज की गई हैं.…

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Latest news live: BMC commissioner summoned in Kangana Ranaut's office demolition case : Kangana Ranaut's office demolition case: Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission has summoned BMC commissioner IS Chahal. He has been asked to appear before it in connection with a complaint. (ANI)

Latest news live: BMC commissioner summoned in Kangana Ranaut’s office demolition case : Kangana Ranaut’s office demolition case: Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission has summoned BMC commissioner IS Chahal. He has been asked to appear before it in connection with a complaint. (ANI)

Over 2,000 landed in Karnataka in December; BS Yediyurappa rules out night curfew for now A total of 2,127 passengers arrived in Karnataka from the UK between December 1 and 21, and the state government has launched an intensive process of tracing them in the light of concerns over a new variant of coronavirus surfacing in parts of Europe, according to a Covid bulletin issued late Tuesday night…

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Cloud Managed Services Market Top Performing Regions, Demand, Key Players and Revenue Growth

The global “Cloud Managed Services Market Size” is expected to rise with an impressive CAGR and generate the highest revenue by 2030. Fortune Business Insights™ in its latest report published this information. The report is titled "Cloud Managed Services Market Size, Share & Revenue Forecast, 2023-2030". The report discusses research objectives, research scope, methodology, timeline and challenges during the entire forecast period.

Report Highlights:

A comprehensive overview of the Cloud Managed Services Market

Significant factors boosting, restricting, challenging and providing an opportunity to the market

Key insights and major industry developments

Significant players functioning in the Cloud Managed Services Market

Major strategies adopted by players such as the launch of new products for better revenue generation, company collaborations, and others

Other market trends

An Overview of the Impact of COVID-19 on this Market:

The emergence of COVID-19 has brought the world to a standstill. We understand that this health crisis has brought an unprecedented impact on businesses across industries. However, this too shall pass. Rising support from governments and several companies can help in the fight against this highly contagious disease. There are some industries that are struggling and some are thriving. Overall, almost every sector is anticipated to be impacted by the pandemic.

We are making continuous efforts to help your business sustain and grow during COVID-19 pandemics. Based on our experience and expertise, we will offer you an impact analysis of coronavirus outbreaks across industries to help you prepare for the future.

For More Information, Visit - https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/cloud-managed-services-market-104034

List of Top Key Manufacturers for Cloud Managed Services Market:

Accenture PLC (Dublin, Ireland)

Alcatel-Lucent S.A. (Boulogne-Billancourt, France)

Amazon Web Services, Inc. (Washington, United States)

Atos (Bezons, France)

Augmentt Technology Inc. (Ontario, Canada)

Bespin Global (Seoul, South Korea)

Capgemini SE (Paris, France)

Cisco Systems Inc. (California, United States)

Cloudticity, LLC (Washington, United States)

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (New Jersey, United States)

Datacom Group Ltd (Jakarta, Indonesia)

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (London, United Kingdom)

DLT Solutions (Virginia, United States)

DXC Technology Company (Virginia, United States)

Fujitsu Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)

Google LLC (California, United States)

HCL Technologies Limited (Noida, India)

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP (California, United States)

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (Shenzhen, China)

IBM Corporation (New York, United States)

Infosys Limited (Bengaluru, India)

Logicworks (New York, United States)

Lumen Technologies, Inc. (CenturyLink) (Louisiana, United States)

NEC Corporation (Tokyo, Japan)

Nordcloud Oy (Helsinki, Finland)

NTT DATA Corporation (Tokyo, Japan)

Progressive Infotech Pvt. Ltd. (Noida, India)

Rackspace US, Inc. (Texas, United States)

Smartronix, LLC (Maryland, United States)

Taos Mountain LLC (California, United States)

Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Stockholm, Sweden)

Wipro Limited (Bengaluru, India)

Regional Analysis for Cloud Managed Services Market:

North America (the USA and Canada)

Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Scandinavia and Rest of Europe)

Asia Pacific (Japan, China, India, Australia, Southeast Asia and Rest of Asia Pacific)

Latin America (Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America)

The Cloud Managed Services Market research report offers a complete assessment of the industry. The projections included in the report have been determined utilizing demonstrated research philosophies and presumptions.

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T'gana reports 857 new cases, tally at 2,51,188 Source link

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Some areas in Bengaluru sealed due to virus: Karnataka CM Yediyurappa

Some areas in Bengaluru sealed due to virus: Karnataka CM Yediyurappa

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Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa said that due to the increasing coronavirus cases some areas in Bengaluru have been sealed.

Also Read: India records highest daily COVID-19 spike of 16,922 cases; Delhi crosses 70,000 mark

“We have called ministers and officials meeting where further handling of the situation will be discussed,” the Karnataka CM said, adding, “in Bengaluru have…

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कोविड-19: बेंगलुरु में प्राइमरी कॉन्टैक्ट से तेजी से फैल रहा कोरोना, 24 घंटे में मिले 221 मरीज Edited By Raghavendra Shukla | टाइम्स न्यूज नेटवर्क | Updated: 17 May 2020, 11:35:00 AM IST…

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IMD’s prediction about a hotter-than-usual summer has put a smile on the face of AC manufacturers who are hoping for an improvement after two slow years thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Manufacturers like Voltas, Hitachi, LG, Panasonic and Godrej Appliances are anticipating pent-up demand, especially in a city like Bengaluru where ACs weren’t a necessity.

Temperatures would usually remain below 30 degrees, but the temperature has been on the rise in the last few weeks with little chance of rain. Weather forecasters point out that April 2021 was much kinder than 2022. In the first ten days of April, Bengaluru received more than 60mm of rain. This was more than the monthly average of 41.5mm. At the end of the month, rain totalled a record 121.1mm.

Bangaloreans were not happy with this stark increase in temperatures. "Earlier there was no need for ACs in Bengaluru because the weather was AC-like. We had natural AC and now the temperatures have increased drastically," said Akshaya N from Bellandur. "It's so hot that, I only keep drinking water, fruit juices or majike (buttermilk) these days," said Suresh from HSR layout.

“AC sales are steady this year, but it was high last two years for a few months," said Munesh a local electronics vendor, “People were able to spend money on it and many people stayed at home. Most people loved buying ACs and Microwave ovens last year. Bengaluru is known for its changing weather, people are more likely to buy something that can work in all types of weather,” added Munesh.

Last year due to the COVID-19 outbreak and increasing temperatures, the Air Conditioner (AC) sales increased in Bengaluru, a city that has been known for its cooler weather even when the rest of the country is facing raging heat waves in summer. Many AC vendors are hoping for a similar pattern this year as last year the sales dipped in the middle due to the COVID-19 advisory of the spread of the virus in air-conditioned spaces.

Prices for residential air conditioners may rise by 5% to 10% due to rising input costs in the industry, despite manufacturers expecting double-digit growth this year due to the early arrival of summer.

Air conditioner sales fell after increasing during the spring, as authorities declared that the coronavirus spreads more quickly in air-conditioned rooms and halls. Some anticipate increased demand this season, which may result in a unit shortage, putting them under pressure to meet the increased demand.

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V. Ravi, former senior professor of Neurovirology at NIMHANS who is now the nodal officer for genomic confirmation of SARS-CoV-2 in Karnataka, said women lagging behind in seeking healthcare has been the common behaviour in the country. “For any healthcare service that is offered men are the first who come forward. Women too want to ensure that the men in the family get the service first. This trend has been observed in all childhood immunisations too,” he said. Giridhara R. Babu, member of the State’s COVID-19 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), who is also the head of Lifecourse Epidemiology at the Indian Institute of Public Health in Bengaluru, said it was because of the prioritisation factor. “Women in general do not prioritise their health over others in the family. Also, it depends on mobility, especially in rural areas, and who will register online for them and related aspects,” he said.

Afshan Yasmeen, ‘COVID-19 vaccination: Women lag behind in Karnataka’, The Hindu