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01 Nov

Kasturba Hospital, Manipal wins FICCI Healthcare Excellence Award 2026 for Excellence in Community Engagement

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Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, the teaching hospital of Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal and a unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), has been conferred the award for Excellence in Community Engagement at the 18th Healthcare Excellence Awards 2026 instituted by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). Kasturba Hospital, Manipal wins FICCI Healthcare Excellence Award 2026 The award recognises the hospital's Manipal Matri-Amrit Milk Bank, a non-profit initiative and the first Human Breast Milk Bank of the Udupi-Manipal region. The award was presented by Dr Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), at a…

01 Nov

Kauvery Hospital Launches a Comprehensive Suite of Advanced ECMO and Multiorgan Life Support Services

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Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, has launched a suite of specialised Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) services to support patients with complex clinical needs as part of a comprehensive critical care approach that considers the heart, lungs and other organs collectively. The ECMO Launch with Our Team The hospital’s Kauvery Centre for ECMO & Advanced Life Support offers a range of specialised services, including VV-ECMO for severe respiratory failure, VA-ECMO for cardiac failure, V-AV ECMO (Hybrid ECMO) for combined heart and lung failure, awake ECMO, and ECMO-supported road and air transfers. VV-ECMO primarily supports the lungs by oxygenating the blood…

01 Nov

Manipal University Jaipur Celebrates Day 1 of its Grand 13th Convocation; Over 4,100 Students Conferred Degrees Across Two-Day Ceremony

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Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) celebrates its two-day 13th Convocation Ceremony today in the presence of Chief Guest Dr. H. S. Ballal, Pro Chancellor, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Following the ceremonial procession of the academic council and Manipal Kulgeet, Chairperson Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh declared the ceremony open and extended a warm welcome to the Chief Guest, dignitaries, proud parents, and graduating students. Chief Guest Dr. H S Ballal awarding the degree in the 13th Convocation of Manipal University Jaipur On 1st November, the second day of the convocation ceremony Honorable Minister of State (Independent…

01 Nov

From Dream to Reality: This Diwali, Test Ride a Jawa, Yezdi or BSA and Stand a Chance to Win a Motorcycle

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This Diwali, Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles is making ownership more accessible with attractive festive finance offers and the ‘Test Ride and Win Your Dream Bike’ campaign. Customers can now not only take advantage of attractive festive finance offers but also participate in the ‘Test Ride and Win Your Dream Bike’ campaign, giving them an opportunity to get even closer to the motorcycle they have always wished to call their own. Customers can choose from financing options that include EMIs starting at just Rs. 1,888 per lakh, interest rates starting at 4.75% and down payments from Rs. 4,999. Test Ride a…

01 Nov

Varun Dhawan is the 'Sizzl'ing Face of Licious

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Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has joined Licious, India’s leading meat and seafood brand, as its new face. The announcement was made at the launch event of Sizzl, Licious' heat-and-eat snacks and meals portfolio. Varun’s appointment brings a recognizable personality to help the brand communicate its offering with greater warmth and impact. Varun Dhawan with Licious Co-founders Varun’s widespread appeal, high energy, and approachable public persona align with Licious’ personality and its emphasis on making great food an enjoyable part of daily life. His ability to connect with audiences makes him a strong fit for a brand seeking to…

31 Oct

VELS University Achieves Major Skill Development Milestone with 14,000+ Students through UNICEF Partnership

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Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Vels University, has achieved a significant milestone with more than 14,000 students completing the UNICEF Passport to Earning (P2E) Initiative, a digital learning-to-earning programme that provides young learners with access to job-relevant skills and recognised certifications. VELS University students celebrate the successful completion of UNICEF’s Passport to Earning (P2E) Programme, marking a milestone of over 14,000 student certifications The achievement was recognised by the UNICEF team during a programme and educational leadership and partnership meeting held at University. The recognition acknowledges VELS’ contribution towards enabling a large number of…

31 Oct

REVA University Inaugurates First Edition of REVA Literature Festival, Celebrating the Power of Words and Stories

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REVA University inaugurated the first edition of REVA Literature Festival, The First Chapter, on its campus on Friday. Celebrating the theme “Two Days, Countless Stories,” the festival brought together acclaimed authors, writers, journalists, artists, literary enthusiasts and young creative minds to celebrate literature, creativity, culture and the enduring power of storytelling. Dr. P. Shyamaraju, Chancellor, REVA University, and other dignitaries inaugurated the REVA Lit Fest 2026 by lighting the ceremonial lamp The inaugural ceremony was presided over by Dr. P. Shyama Raju, Chancellor, REVA University. The distinguished guests included Jogi, Writer and Senior Journalist; Suchendra Prasad, Indian Actor…

31 Oct

This Festive Season, Add a Touch of European Baking to India's Celebrations

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In India, festivals have always been about coming together, celebrating traditions and sharing good food. From boxes of mithai exchanged with loved ones to treasured family recipes prepared for special occasions, food has long been at the heart of festive celebrations. Today, these traditions are embracing new flavours. Alongside familiar favourites, beautifully crafted cookies, cakes, pastries and other baked treats are becoming popular choices for festive gatherings and gifting. Whether prepared at home or selected from a favourite bakery, these treats bring a personal and contemporary touch to the celebrations. This festive season, Pure Flour from Europe celebrates the joy…

31 Oct

Nikhil Kamath Sits Down With The People Behind Your Payments Network to Ask Who Really Pays for UPI, and What Comes Next

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Grain, gold, paper, plastic. For most of history, money has been getting lighter, and in India it eventually became a sound: the little voice on a shopkeeper’s speaker telling you fifty rupees just arrived. UPI now handles close to a billion transactions a day, and paying someone feels like nothing at all. But someone is building it, running it and paying for it. So who are they, how does their business work, and what are they up to next? In the latest episode of WTF is Payments, Nikhil Kamath dissects all this and more. One table and three core…

31 Oct

Sony India Expands its Professional Display Portfolio with New BRAVIA Professional Displays BZ-P Series

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Sony India today announced the launch of its new BRAVIA Professional Displays BZ-P Series, a comprehensive portfolio of 16 professional display models comprising the flagship BZ40P Series, enhanced BZ35P Series and core BZ30P Series. Available in screen sizes ranging from 43-inch to 85-inch, the new 4K HDR lineup combines Sony's Deep Black Non-Glare technology, AI-powered XR processing and advanced software capabilities to deliver exceptional image quality, superior visibility and operational efficiency across corporate, higher education, retail, transportation and public sector environments. Sony India introduces the new BRAVIA Professional Displays BZ-P Series Featuring a redesigned thin and lightweight form…