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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know T he Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow has awarded globally known Indian American surgeon, Professor Ashutosh Tewari, a leading urologist at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, with its highest honour. Professor Tewari was made an Honorary Fellow of the College at a Diploma Ceremony on May 6, 2026. The award was presented by College President, Pro- fessor Hany Eteiba, who said: “For more than 425 years, our College has been a place of innovation. It’s therefore fitting that we are presenting this Honorary Fellowship to a global innovator who is making a continued impact on the lives of patients around the world. “We welcome Professor Tewari warmly to our College community. His work to improve outcomes for count- less patients and their families – and to pave the way for new understanding of one of the world’s most common cancers in men – is an inspiration.” Professor Tewari is a pioneer of robotic surgery to treat patients with prostate cancer. He is also working to unlock the genomic causes of prostate cancer, as well as investigating innovative imag- ing techniques to identify biomarkers that could play a crucial role in diagnosis, treatment planning, and man- agement of the disease. Upon accepting the award, Professor Tewari paid tribute to his family, the colleagues and mentors who have inspired him throughout his career, as well as his patients: “The truest purpose of all this work,” a press release from the Royal College quoted Dr. Tewari saying. “Over more than 10,000 operations, my patients have placed in my hands the most precious thing they possess – their lives and their trust. This honour belongs to them as much as to anyone in this room.” He went on to say, “To be recognised by this great Col- lege, in this great city, is a privilege I will carry for the rest of my life. …I accept this fellowship with humility, with gratitude, and with a renewed commitment to the work that still lies ahead.” At the Mount Sinai Hospital, one of the oldest teaching hospitals in the US, Dr. Tewari serves as System Chair at the Milton and Carroll Petrie Department of Urology at the Icahn School of Medicine. Since his arrival at Mount Sinai in 2013, the Petrie De- partment of Urology has significantly expanded to pro- vide state-of-the-art services for the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and management of wide variety of urological cancers, the press release noted. Having performed tens of thousands of robotic opera- tions in his career, he has since become known for his nerve-sparing technique for better functional outcomes and recovery post-surgery, it added. He is also leading the development of a new prostate cancer vaccine, funded by the US National Institutes of Health and Department of Defense. As the UK’s only multidisciplinary Royal College, Pro- fessor Tewari was joined on the night by its newest Fel- lows and Members from across the world. More than 520 of the College’s Fellows and Members are based in North America, practising across medicine, surgery, dentistry, travel medicine and podiatry, the press release said. By a StaffWriter Dr. Ashutosh Tewari Of The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, Named Honorary Fellow Of Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Glasgow PHOTOS:ROYAL COLLEGE Professor Ashutosh Tewari, right, being honored by President of the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons in Glasgow Hany Eteiba, May 6, 2026. Professor Tewari signing the Honorary Fellows Book. 9 CITY VIEWS June 12, 2026 T he USA Global Cricket Academy, headquartered in New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to developing youth cricket and cultivating elite talent across the United States. Established as the first registered 501(c) (3) cricket organization and the country’s longest-running youth development program, the academy has earned recog- nition for its contributions to the sport, including the ICC Global Award for Best Junior Development Initiative (2003). The academy’s structured pathway em- phasizes age-group development—U-15, U-19, and U-23—while regularly arrang- ing international tours that give young athletes exposure to competitive envi- ronments in cricket strongholds such as India, Sri Lanka, and theWest Indies. This international experience has contributed to the advancement of players, majority of them went on to represent the United States at events including the inaugural U-19World Cup in 2006. Building on two decades of talent identification and elite-player programs, the academy now prioritizes scalable coach education to meet the evolving needs of cricket in the USA. Recent growth in participation and institutional interest from schools and colleges has increased demand for the well-qualified, committed local coaches able to deliver sustainable youth programs. To address that need, the academy has initiated targeted support for coach de- velopment, including financial assistance and resources to enable coaches to attain higher-level certifications (Level 3 and Level 4) with ACF Coaches. By investing in coach education, the academy aims to create a cadre of long-term, professionally trained local coaches who can implement effective curricula within educational settings, strengthen grassroots pathways, and increase opportunities for young players nationwide, Academy nurture and supported many youth players and few alumni become professionals in their career and few are stepping up to support academy. – Said Ashok P Patel, founder president of academy & Cricket Hall of Famer. Through an integrated approach— combining player development, inter- national exposure, and enhanced coach training—the USA Global Cricket Acad- emy seeks to sustain and expand competi- tive cricket across the United States while ensuring quality instruction and continu- ity within school and collegiate programs. The ACF Cricket Coaching Program, managed by Jatin Patel, recently cel- ebrated 12 years of excellence in cricket coaching and education. Patel, who is a respected multi-sport coach, Cricket Hall of Famer with Lifetime Achievement Award, has played a pivotal role in shap- ing grassroots cricket development in the United States. The newly introduced Level 3 & Level 4 – GOLD Certification represents ACF’s elite high-performance coaching pro- gram in the United States. The advanced curriculum incorporates sports analytics, video analysis, mindfulness and mindset training, and AI-driven digital coaching concepts, preparing the coaches for the next generation of cricket development. The new program is approved by the American Cricket Education Council (ACEC). Also endorsed by the Cricket Hall of Fame and holds nationwide recognition from United Cricket Coaches and Physical Education Teachers, reinforcing its cred- ibility and significance within American cricket coaching development. More than sixty academies and youth cricket programs across the United States have benefited from ACF’s coach training initiatives and grassroots development support. Operating under the philosophy of “for the coaches, by the coaches,” ACF emphasizes peer-led development, inno- vation, and continuous improvement. By a StaffWriter (From Press Release) USA Global Cricket Academy Boosts Coaches For Education And Youth Development