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Samsung has announced a renewed innovation strategy as it completes 30 years in India, placing Indian talent and local product development at the centre of its next growth phase. The company, which posted revenue of ₹1.11 lakh crore, said its new vision #PoweringInnovationForIndia will expand India-led design, manufacturing, and AI-based technologies across its global portfolio. Samsung said India now houses two major manufacturing plants, three R&D centres, and a design facility, all contributing to products used worldwide. Over 14,000 patents have been filed from India, reflecting the country’s rising role in cutting-edge technology development. Kolkata’s consumer electronics market, one of…

Apollo Excelcare Hospital has created medical history in the Northeast by performing the region’s first-ever combined Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and angioplasty, marking a major leap in advanced cardiac care. The landmark procedure was carried out by a senior team of cardiologists led by Dr. Neil Bardoloi, along with Dr. Dhanjit Nath, Dr. Amitava Misra and Dr. Diganta Buragohain, who executed both high-risk interventions in a single sitting under one anesthesia cycle. The patient; a 67-year-old man from Shillong was diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis and a significant blockage in the Left Circumflex (LCX) artery. His medical condition was…

Johns Hopkins University (JHU) has partnered with Great Learning to launch a 10-week AI in Healthcare program, a move that has drawn strong attention from Kolkata’s growing medical and health-tech community. The online program, designed by JHU faculty, enables healthcare professionals to apply artificial intelligence to preventive care, diagnostics, operations, and decision-making. The course does not require coding knowledge and is aimed at doctors, researchers, pharmaceutical professionals, consultants, and policymakers. Participants receive a Certificate of Completion from Johns Hopkins University along with six Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Industry observers in Kolkata say the city’s hospitals and tech-enabled diagnostic centers are…

Turkish Airlines has expanded its global footprint by launching flights to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, marking a significant boost for travelers from Kolkata who increasingly rely on Istanbul as a key transit hub. With this addition, Cambodia becomes the airline’s 132nd country and the 11th city it serves in Southeast Asia. The new route strengthens commercial ties between Türkiye and Cambodia and expands the carrier’s Far East network to 20 cities. For Kolkata passengers, the development offers improved one-stop access to Cambodia; an emerging tourism and business destination known for its cultural heritage and growing trade links. The…

With rising international travel demand from eastern India, Turkish Airlines’ newly launched European lounge at Edinburgh Airport is expected to add fresh value for Kolkata-based passengers flying through Istanbul. The airline, known for its extensive global connectivity, unveiled its eighth lounge outside Türkiye on December 10, reflecting its expanding focus on premium travel services. The 149-seater lounge offers a buffet with Turkish specialties, a luxury relaxation area, prayer rooms, baby-care facilities and flight information displays. It is located near Gate 16 at Edinburgh Airport and is accessible to Business Class travellers, Miles&Smiles Elite and Elite Plus members, and select credit-card…

Employers across Kolkata are preparing for another year of rising employee healthcare expenses, as India’s medical trend rate is expected to reach 11.5% in 2026, according to Aon’s latest Global Medical Trend Rates Report. The projection marks a slight moderation from 13% in 2025 but still remains above the global average of 9.8%. Local HR managers and insurance brokers say this rise is already influencing budgeting discussions in major Kolkata business districts such as Sector V and Dalhousie. Companies are reassessing benefit plans as cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal issues and cancer continue to be the biggest cost drivers. Hypertension and poor…

A medical awareness programme organised by Manipal Hospitals in Burdwan turned emotional as patients shared their recovery journeys after suffering serious neurological conditions.Held under the ‘Anveshana’ initiative, the session brought together doctors, patients and caregivers to highlight the importance of early diagnosis and long-term treatment. Brain stroke survivor Abhijit Das, aged 62, shared how continuous care under neurologist Dr Jayanta Roy helped him regain confidence and stability in life.Another patient, Shakila Banu, a 52-year-old homemaker, spoke about her recovery from myasthenia gravis, a chronic neuromuscular disorder that causes muscle weakness. She credited timely medical intervention for helping her return to…

Axis Mutual Fund has launched the Axis Gold & Silver Passive Fund of Fund, allowing retail investors to invest in both gold and silver through a single product. The fund will predominantly invest in units of Gold and Silver ETFs and will be available for subscription from December 10 to December 22, 2025. The company said the fund is meant to offer diversification benefits and act as a hedge against inflation and currency fluctuations. With a minimum investment amount of only ₹100, Axis Mutual Fund expects more young investors and middle-income earners to explore commodity investing. Investment advisors in North…