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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
British Swim School of Manhattan Honored with Franchise Business Review's 2025 Rock Star Award
Dmitriy Minaker and Svetlana Minakoff Recognized for Outstanding Leadership, Business Success, and Meaningful Community Contributions NEW YORK, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- British Swim School of Manhattan, a leading "learn to swim" provider, is named by Franchise Business Review as a 2025 Franchise Rock Star Award winner. Husband-and-wife franchise owners Dmitriy Minaker and Svetlana Minakoff are being recognized by Franchise Business Review, a leading market research firm serving the franchise sector, for exemplifying outstanding leadership within their communities and franchise system, serving as exceptional brand ambassadors, and inspiring others as mentors. "We're honored and grateful to be named Franchise Rock Star Award winners — an incredible recognition of our passion for making an impact in our community every day," said Dmitriy Minaker, co-owner of British Swim School of Manhattan. "With summer in full swing and recent heat waves driving more families to the pool, it's more important than ever to prioritize water safety. Drowning remains the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1 to 4, underscoring the urgent need to raise awareness and protect young lives around water." Dmitriy and Svetlana have been making a splash in their community for four years, but their journey with British Swim School began even earlier as customers. Inspired by the program's mission and business model, they became franchisees, turning their personal experience into a passionate commitment to water safety. Led by a team of skilled aquatics professionals, British Swim School of Manhattan delivers a results-driven curriculum that equips students of all ages and abilities with essential water skills. "Running British Swim School with my husband isn't just a business decision — it's a shared passion and a deeply personal journey for both of us. Before starting the business, we were already involved in the world of swimming through our two children, who swim competitively. Our oldest is ranked among the top 100 swimmers nationwide. As a family-run operation, we're committed to offering the highest quality swim instruction in New York City. Our incredible team of staff and instructors, who go above and beyond every day, are a big part of what makes that possible," said Svetlana Minakoff, co-owner of British Swim School of Manhattan. Earlier this year, Dmitriy and Svetlana were honored by Mayor Eric Adams and the City of New York with a Certificate of Recognition for their vital contributions to water survival education and public safety. British Swim School of Manhattan was the only swim school among 27 in New York City to receive this honor, highlighting the team's exceptional dedication to setting the gold standard in the community. The swim school was also named one of the Top 10 Baby Swimming Schools in New York City by Trusted Analytical. "We're fortunate to have franchisees like Dmitriy and Svetlana, whose values and vision align so seamlessly with those of British Swim School," said Ashley Gundlach, President of British Swim School. "They truly embody franchise excellence — from creating a positive, high-performing culture to driving continuous improvement and innovation. Their leadership has helped British Swim School of Manhattan remain at the forefront of both customer experience and operational performance." For more than 40 years, British Swim School has been committed to drowning prevention. Most recently, it became the first full swim school franchise to partner with Stop Drowning Now, a nonprofit dedicated to saving lives through water safety education. For more information on British Swim School's programs, including its latest summer sessions, and to book a lesson, visit or call (212) 466-6622. Follow British Swim School on Facebook and Instagram. About British Swim SchoolBritish Swim School, the nation's most established swim school franchise, with over 40 years in business, believes that every individual, regardless of age or ability, should have the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer. Offering lessons for babies, children, and adults, the brand is dedicated to its mantra, "Survival of the Littlest," focusing first on the survival skills needed to survive a water accident, then moving on to stroke development and more advanced skills. Not only does British Swim Schools give peace of mind to countless families who seek the essential life skills the brand offers their children, but the purpose-driven franchise also offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs who seek a fulfilling business venture with a sound foundation, low investment, and an easily scalable model. Part of the Buzz Franchise Brands family, British Swim School currently operates over 500 schools across the United States and Canada. For more information about British Swim School, visit About Franchise Business ReviewFranchise Business Review (FBR) is a leading market research firm serving the franchise sector. FBR measures the satisfaction and engagement of franchisees and franchise employees and publishes various guides and reports for entrepreneurs considering an investment in a franchise business. Since 2005, FBR has surveyed hundreds of thousands of franchise owners and over 1,300 leading franchise companies. FBR publishes free and unbiased franchisee satisfaction research reports throughout the year online at To read our publications, visit Media Contact:Nadia CaronFish 919954-893-9150ncaron@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE British Swim School Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hans India
26-06-2025
- Hans India
AP police bag award for passport verifications
Guntur: The Andhra Pradesh State Police has been conferred with the prestigious 'Certificate of Recognition' by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for its exemplary performancein passport application verification during the Financial Year 2024–25. The award was presented during the 13th Passport Seva Divas celebrations at the Passport Officers' Conference – 2025, held from June 23 to 25 in New Delhi, to mark the enactment of the Passport Act, 1967. Recognising the critical role of police verification in passport issu-ance, the MEA adjudged AP police as one of the best performing agencies across the coun-try, acknowledging its efficient and timely completion of 6.25 lakh Police Verification Re-ports within a record three-day window.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Telangana police awarded by MEA for outstanding passport verification performance; wins national recognition
HYDERABAD: The Telangana police was conferred with the prestigious Certificate of Recognition by the ministry of external affairs during the Passport Sewa Diwas celebrations and Passport Officers' Conference held in New Delhi. Intelligence chief B Shivadhar Reddy received the award on behalf of the Telangana police from the union minister of state for external affairs, Pabitra Margherita. Congratulating the force, Telangana DGP Dr Jitender lauded the efforts of all unit officers, particularly those in special branch units, for their dedication in upholding service standards and enhancing the reputation of Telangana police nationwide. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Telangana police was adjudged one of the best-performing forces in the country based on its outstanding passport application verification performance for the FY 2024-2025. According to official data, Telangana police processed over 8 lakh passport applications and completed verifications well within the stipulated 15-day period, achieving an impressive average turnaround time of under seven days.
Hans India
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
MEA awards Telangana Intelligence DG
Hyderabad: State Director General (Intelligence) B Shivadhar Reddy has received the Certificate of Recognition representing Telangana police in New Delhi on Tuesday. Pabitra Margherita, Minister of State for External Affairs presented the award to the police official at a programme. The Telangana Police has been adjudged as one of the best performing Police and a well-deserved recipient of 'Certificate of Recognition' based on the Passport applications verification data for the financial year 2024-2025 in India by Ministry of External Affairs during the Passport Sewa Diwas and Passport officers conference at New Delhi. The Telangana Police received 8,06,684 passport applications for financial year 2024-25 and successfully completed their verification within the stipulated time of below 15 days. It's pertinent to mention that average time for passport verification in Telangana is below 7 days against the stipulated time of 15 days. Telangana Police has developed customized software named 'Satyaapan' and 'VeriFast' which automates the process of passport verification by using the face recognition and data matching technology to identify the passport applicant's criminal background, old passport applicants and duplicate passport seekers by matching the data from CCTNS, Passport application records and other databases. Telangana Police has been adjudged as one of the best performing states for six times since 2014 in expeditiously completing passport verification. This recognition by the Ministry of External Affairs is a testament to the department's commitment to excellence in public service. Telangana State has developed its own verification system to ensure that passport services will be provided to the public 1) Fool-proof verification, 2) Timely disposal of the applications and 3) Without any corruption. Dr Jitender, DGP, Telangana appreciated all the unit officers in general and special branch officers and staff of every unit in particular for this achievement for clearing passport applications verification expeditiously and bringing accolades to Telangana Police.
News18
10-06-2025
- Health
- News18
14-Year-Old Siddharth Nandyala Develops AI App To Detect Heart Disease In 7 Seconds
Last Updated: 15,000 American and 3,500 Indian patients in clinical trials proved the app's accuracy exceeding 96%, showcasing its global potential A 14-year-old boy from Texas has astonished the medical community with his groundbreaking invention of an app that can detect heart disease in just 7 seconds. According to the New York Post, Siddharth Nandyala from Frisco has developed Circadian AI, a smartphone app that can identify early symptoms of heart disease with remarkable accuracy. By placing the smartphone near the chest, the app records the heartbeat, removes background noise, and uses a cloud-based machine learning model to analyse the data. It is capable of detecting conditions such as arrhythmia, heart failure, coronary artery disease, and valve problems. Siddharth, a student at the University of Texas, aims to revolutionise the health sector with the help of artificial intelligence. He gathered data from hospitals in the US and India and refined the app in collaboration with medical professionals. Clinical trials involving 15,000 American and 3,500 Indian patients demonstrated the app's impressive accuracy of over 96%. Currently, the app is intended for use by trained medical personnel and serves as a pre-screening tool rather than a replacement for traditional methods like EKG. Cardiologists have praised Siddharth's innovation, particularly for its potential in areas with limited healthcare facilities. This innovation addresses a critical need, as heart disease accounts for approximately 32% of global deaths. According to Dr. Jamila Ahmed of Louisiana State University, 'Early potential diagnosis in patients who cannot access medical care can save their lives," underscoring the immense potential of Siddharth's work. This isn't Siddharth's first foray into impactful innovation. A computer science student at the University of Texas, he previously created a low-cost prosthetic arm and founded STEM IT, a startup providing science-technology kits for students. His contributions have garnered significant recognition, including a Certificate of Recognition from the US House of Representatives and a congratulatory letter from then-President Joe Biden. Looking ahead, Siddharth aims to expand his app's capabilities to identify lung diseases such as pneumonia and pulmonary embolism. 'I want to bring a change that makes the world better, where innovators can step out of their comfort zone and do something big," he said. First Published: June 10, 2025, 19:36 IST
