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Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Achieves Landmark

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Success in Robotic Hysterectomy for Patient with Rare, Life-Threatening Bleeding Disorder Navi Mumbai, 5 March 2026: For years, every menstrual cycle for 37-year-old Ms. Neelam meant a medical emergency. Due to a rare and life-threatening bleeding disorder, she required blood transfusions almost every month just to manage the severe blood loss caused by her periods. Doctors at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai have now successfully performed a robotic hysterectomy on the patient, a high-precision minimally invasive surgery, offering her a life free from the constant threat of uncontrolled bleeding and repeated blood transfusions. Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai emphasises that persistent or unusually heavy periods should never be ignored, as early diagnosis and specialist care can help prevent life-threatening complications. The patient was diagnosed with Glanzmann’s Thrombasthenia, an extremely rare congenital platelet disorder in which the platelet count may appear normal, but the platelets ...

Apraava Energy commissions 400 kV Fatehgarh IV Transmission line and 400/220 kV Pooling Substation in Rajasthan

The project marks Apraava’s third operational transmission asset, further strengthening its low-carbon portfolio   Mumbai, March 05, 2025:  Apraava Energy, India’s leading integrated energy solutions provider,  today  announced the successful commissioning of the 22 kms, 400 kV Fatehgarh IV Transmission Line and 400/220 kV Pooling Substation in Barmer, Rajasthan. The project forms a critical part of the Transmission Scheme for the evacuation of power from Renewable Energy Zones (REZ) in Rajasthan (20 GW) under Phase-III Part A1 and will contribute meaningfully towards India’s target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. Fatehgarh IV Transmission Limited has a transmission capacity of 2.5 GW of renewable power through 5 x 500 MVA transformers, with the new line connecting to Apraava’s Fatehgarh-III substation. This integration significantly enhances the renewable power evacuation capability from the Jaisalmer–Barmer region. The project was cons...

New AI and health centre to be launched by IlSc and U of T

The University of Toronto President also met with Canadian and Indian officials in Mumbai to highlight urban sustainability work MUMBAI, February/March, 2026 — The University of Toronto and the Indian Institute of Science are developing a centre of excellence that uses artificial intelligence to build predictive health-care systems – a partnership that builds on U of T’s strong partnerships and deep engagement in India. U of T President Melanie Woodin announced the new initiative – which will work on AI-powered tools to improve early diagnosis of patients, expand access to care and train the next generation of AI and health leaders globally – at an event in Mumbai that included Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Indian Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary. Held at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, the Canadian universities’ showcase saw government officials, university leaders and partners from India’s higher education...

PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO debut on the exchange; closes at 7.3% premium

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Mumbai,  March 4, 2026 :  Shares of PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery Limited, which is a retail focused jewellery brand involved in the business of sale of a wide range of jewellery made using diamond and precious and semi-precious stones, debut on the exchange to close at a 7.3% premium. The PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery stock's 7.3% rise was in broad contrast to the broad selling pressure witnessed on Dalal Street on  Wednesday . Immediately after the listing, the stock showed upside movement and closed the day with a premium. The company’s share price closed at Rs 414 per share on the BSE, a 7.3% premium, and at Rs 411.7 per share on the NSE, a 6.7% premium. As per NSE, the total quantity traded stood at 47.99 lakh shares, on BSE the total Quantity stood at 2.39 lakh shares. Total Turnover (BSE+NSE) on Day 1 stood at Rs 197 crore. The Market Capitalisation of the Company at  today ’s closing price stood at Rs 1,312.2 crore as per BSE and Rs 1,265.1 crore as per NSE....

Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited Signs $100 Million debt finance deal with Asian Development Bank to Expand Women-Centric Affordable and Green Housing

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Mumbai,  March 4, 2026 :  Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited (“MOHFL”/ “the Company”) has entered into an agreement to raise USD 100 million in INR-equivalent from the Asian Development Bank (“ADB”) in the form of debt through a Non-Convertible Debenture (“NCD"). The financing represents an important milestone for MOHFL and reflects strong confidence from a leading global development finance institution in the Company’s business model, governance framework, and long-term growth prospects. The proceeds from the ADB financing  will be used to provide  affordable housing loans to women borrowers, and 10% of the proceeds will be deployed to finance the construction of residential units that meet recognised green building certification standards, supporting the adoption of environmentally sustainable construction practices. Mr. Sukesh Bhowal, MD & CEO, Motilal Oswal Home Finance Limited, said ,  “ Funding from ADB marks a significant milestone in our responsible ...

Asian Paints Brings the Colours of Cricket Alive with a Powerful Cricket Anthem

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A musical tribute featuring  Sunidhi Chauhan and Vishal Dadlani  celebrating the many colours that unite every Indian home   National,  March 04, 2026 :  In India, the game of cricket is more than a sport. It brings people together with pride, hope and excitement. It is this spirit of togetherness that Asian Paints brings alive with the launch of the  Asian Paints Rang De India (Cricket Anthem)  - a powerful musical expression that celebrates the colours, emotions and unity that cricket breathes into every Indian home. As the  Official Colour Partner of India Home Cricket  with the  Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)  Asian Paints has consistently deepened its association with the game through colour‑led, fan‑first interventions. The anthem reflects the brand’s belief that colour is an expression of emotion and a force that brings people closer. This high-energy,anthem is designed to be felt as much as heard. It is catchy,...

International Women’s Day focus More & more Indian women seeking professional help for their children with neuro-development disorders (NDDs)

India’s developmental delays therapy market size expected to reach around Rs. 612.3 crore by CY34, showing a CAGR of 10.99% during the CY25-34 period (CARE Report)   In India, total market share of NDDs was Rs. 5,246 crore out of which Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Cerebral Palsy accounted for approximately 72% i.e. Rs. 3,815 crore as on March 2025 (CARE Report) More and more Indian women, along with their families, are seeking help from professionally run For-Profit Social Enterprises providing intervention plans for children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders (“NDDs”). More so because India faces a lack of trained professionals such as developmental paediatricians, child psychologists, speech therapists, and special educators, making it harder to meet the needs of children with NDDs. The NDD care and intervention industry in India is experiencing robust growth, driven by rising prevalence of NDD conditions such as Autism Spect...