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17 Feb

Manipal Hospitals expands oncology outreach, strengthens cancer care access for Mizoram patients

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Manipal Hospitals has strengthened access to advanced oncology services for patients from Mizoram by expanding coordinated cancer care through its integrated oncology centres in Eastern India. Leading oncologists from the Manipal network visited Aizawl to participate in the Association of Oncologists, North East India (AONEI) conference, reaffirming the hospital group’s commitment to improving early detection, treatment access and continuity of care across the region. Manipal Hospital EM Bypass in Kolkata, associated with the Mizoram Universal HealthCare Scheme (MUHCS), provides cashless treatment for oncology and several other super-specialty services. With over 25 oncologists across multiple sub-specialties and advanced infrastructure in Kolkata…

16 Feb

The Global Sweetener: UAE Emerges as Top Destination for Indian Sugar in 2026

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India has exported 201,547 tonnes of sugar through February in the 2025-26 marketing year, according to the All India Sugar Trade Association (AISTA). The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as the leading buyer, importing 47,006 tones, followed closely by Afghanistan, Djibouti, and Bhutan. Of the total shipments, white sugar comprised 163,000 tonnes, while refined sugar accounted for 37,638 tonnes. This trade activity comes as the government recently increased the total export quota to 2 million tonnes, adding a 500,000-tonne allocation for willing mills. AISTA Chairman Praful Vithalani highlighted that the new two-tier system prevents mills from paying high premiums…

15 Feb

Cardiology expert highlights laser that melts plaques in heart vessels

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During a recent conclave in Guwahati, cardiac specialists showcased a laser-based treatment that vaporizes obstructions in heart blood vessels. The technique, known as laser therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure which involves guiding a thin, specialized catheter through the artery to the site of the blockage. The catheter emits controlled bursts of high-energy laser light that melts away the blockage from within. Once upon a time, treating blocked heart arteries meant open surgery, visible scars and long recovery periods. Today, doctors use bursts of laser light to clear plaque buildup -- a transformation that shows just how far heart care…

14 Feb

Ashoka University offers scholarships to all young India fellows for 2026–27 cohort; final applications close March 23

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Ashoka University has announced the opening of applications for the 16th cohort of its flagship Young India Fellowship (YIF) 2026–27, marking 15 years of the programme’s impact. In a major accessibility push, the university confirmed that all selected Fellows will receive partial or full scholarships, supported by HDFC Bank. Applications are free and reviewed on a rolling basis, with the priority deadline on February 23, 2026, and the final deadline on March 23, 2026. Instituted in 2011, the year-long residential programme offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Interdisciplinary Studies, combining core and elective coursework, experiential learning, critical inquiry, and holistic engagement.…

14 Feb

Ixigo Expands into Europe with €12.15 Million Spain Acquisitions

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Indian travel aggregator Ixigo has announced its strategic expansion into the European market with the acquisition of a 60 per cent stake in Spain’s second-largest train booking platform, Trenes, for €11.70 million (over ₹125 crore). The move marks a significant step in Ixigo’s global growth strategy and strengthens its presence in the online travel agency (OTA) segment.Following the deal, Online Travel Solutions, S.L., which operates Trenes, will become a step-down subsidiary of Ixigo. The Spanish platform primarily caters to the domestic train ticket booking market and operates across parts of Southern Europe.In addition, Ixigo’s board has approved the acquisition of…

13 Feb

Protinex launches #NoChairDare to highlight India’s protein deficiency challenge

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Nutrition brand Protinex has launched #NoChairDare, a nationwide muscle-strength awareness campaign encouraging Indians to assess their strength through a simple wall-sit challenge, aiming to spotlight the country’s growing protein intake gap and sedentary lifestyles. The campaign, promoted across social media platforms including Instagram via @protinexin, invites participants to hold a wall-sit position for an average of 27 seconds for women and 34 seconds for men, a benchmark derived from a study of 1,000 Indians aged 35–50. Participants who struggle to complete the challenge are encouraged to reassess their dietary habits and increase daily protein consumption. To expand participation, Protinex has…

13 Feb

Revenue Tumbles 55% for Ola Electric in Q3FY26

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Ola Electric reported a consolidated net loss of ₹487 crore in Q3FY26, narrowing from ₹564 crore in the same quarter last year. However, on a sequential basis, losses widened from ₹410 crore recorded in Q2FY26.The SoftBank-backed electric vehicle manufacturer witnessed a sharp decline in revenue during the quarter. Revenue from operations fell 55 per cent year-on-year to ₹470 crore, compared to ₹1,045 crore in Q3FY25. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, revenue also dropped nearly 32 per cent from ₹690 crore.The decline in topline performance reflects continued challenges in the EV market, including demand fluctuations and competitive pressures. While the company managed…

13 Feb

Tata Motors bags landmark 70,000-vehicle order in Indonesia to strengthen rural logistics

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PT Tata Motors Distribusi Indonesia, a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of Tata Motors Limited, has secured its largest international commercial vehicle order, signing an agreement to supply 70,000 vehicles for deployment across Indonesia to support agricultural logistics and rural connectivity. The vehicles will facilitate farm-to-market transportation and regional goods movement, contributing to national food security and economic resilience initiatives. Under the agreement, Tata Motors will supply 35,000 units each of the Tata Yodha pick-up and the Ultra T.7 truck to Indonesian state-owned enterprise PT Agrinas Pangan Nusantara. The fleet will be deployed through agricultural cooperatives under the Koperasi Desa and…

13 Feb

Turkish Airlines reports strong January growth, passenger traffic reaches 7.6 million

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Turkish Airlines reported solid operational performance for January 2026, carrying 7.6 million passengers as passenger capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), increased by 10% year-on-year to 23.7 billion. The airline recorded an overall load factor of 84%, with international load factor at 83.7% and domestic load factor at 87.5%, reflecting sustained demand across key routes. International-to-international passenger traffic showed notable growth, rising 10.8% from 2.8 million in January 2025 to 3.1 million in January 2026. The airline also reported strong cargo performance, with cargo and mail volumes increasing 18.8% year-on-year to reach 178.3 thousand tons, underlining improving global freight…

13 Feb

Kenvue’s dual-brand hydration strategy signals growing focus on preventive health consumption

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Kenvue has introduced a dual-brand hydration strategy in India with ORSL and the newly launched eRZL, reflecting the increasing policy and public health emphasis on preventive healthcare and nutrition-based wellness solutions. The company’s “Double Power for Complete Hydration” initiative aims to address both diarrheal dehydration and everyday hydration, aligning with broader national health priorities that encourage improved awareness of dehydration-related risks. Under the framework, ORSL will continue as the company’s oral rehydration salts portfolio based on the World Health Organization formula, available in ready-to-drink and powder formats for diarrheal dehydration management. Effective January 2026, the company has rebranded its electrolyte…