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05 Aug

Thalassemia: A Critical Healthcare Challenge for India That Can Be Managed Through Screening

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Dr Satya Prakash Yadav, Senior Director, Paediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Medical Oncology, Medanta Gurgaon Thalassemia is a condition that impairs the body’s ability to produce red blood cells, which results in patients needing regular blood transfusions for survival.In severe cases, this condition can also be fatal. The blood disorder is inherited – both parents need to be carriers of the gene mutation – and is highly prevalent in Indiaand is particularly rampant in North-East India – especially in Assam and Manipur. People, who inherit the gene from only one of their parents are called “carriers” or are said to be…

05 Aug

Plum’s Skincare and Body Lovin’ Kits Make Gifting (and Glowing) Easy

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Plum BodyLovin’s adds a playful twist to self-care with its fragrance-filled body washes, lotions, hand creams, and Eau De Parfums, all 100% vegan and skin-loving. Pair that with the Plum Niacinamide Bright Skincare Trolley Kit, a travel-friendly trio powered by 2% niacinamide and rice water to cleanse, hydrate, and protect. Together, they deliver head-to-toe glow, scent, and care. Indulge in Dessert-Like Self-Care with Plum BodyLovin’s Vanilla Caramello Gift Set Plum Body Lovin’s Vanilla Caramello Bath & Body Gift Set is a warm, indulgent hug in a box. Infused with the rich, dessert-like aroma of vanilla and caramel it includes a…

05 Aug

Discover the Secret to Instantly Transformed Hair with Schwarzkopf’s New Spray Conditioners

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Elevate your haircare routine with the highly anticipated relaunch of Bonacure Spray Conditioners. Designed for those who see hair as an extension of their identity, the new Spray Conditioners harness advanced technology to deliver salon-grade performance right from the comfort of home. Driven by the need for high-performance solutions, these Spray Conditioners are reimagined for modern consumers who expect instant results powered by advanced haircare technology. Powered by the innovative care-boost complex, each spray delivers exceptional nourishment, moisture, and repair, transforming hair in a single spritz. The Bonacure Spray Conditioner range offers tailored solutions for every hair type: BC Repair…

05 Aug

New India Foundation launches round 3 of translation fellowship to bridge linguistic gaps

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The New India Foundation (NIF) has opened applications for the third round of its prestigious Translation Fellowship, aimed at bringing regional non-fiction literature to a wider English-speaking audience. The fellowship offers a grant of ₹6 lakh for six months to each selected translator working with texts in any of ten Indian languages—Assamese, Bangla, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Tamil, and Urdu. Applications opened on August 1 and will remain open until December 31, 2025. The initiative seeks to democratize access to India’s intellectual legacy by translating significant non-fiction works published after 1850 that offer deep insights into India’s cultural,…

05 Aug

At Delhi’s Aerocity, Tesla launches its second India showroom on August 11

Banasree SarkarBusiness, National

Tesla plans to open its second retail location in India in order to increase its market share in the electric vehicle sector. In the national capital, which is a major focus for India's quest for electric mobility, the new Tesla Experience Center will debut on August 11 in Aerocity's posh Worldmark 3 complex. This inauguration occurs less than a month after Tesla opened its first showroom at the Maker Maxity mall in Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai on July 15. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended the high-profile Mumbai event, congratulating Tesla on its arrival in the state and inviting…

04 Aug

Rice exports from India to increase after import ban lifted

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New Delhi, The Indian Rice Exporters Federation on Monday said the lifting of the import ban by a major Indian rice importer will boost exports of the grain and reduce the impact of new US tariffs. Prem Garg, president of the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF), said a major international market has decided to lift a four-month ban on rice imports. "This development is significant as this market is a major importer of Indian rice, with annual imports of over 1,000,000 metric tonnes, and the lifting of the ban will significantly increase our exports," Garg said. "This will increase India's…

04 Aug

Understanding the Crucial Role of Resuscitation for Hypovolemic Shock Following Trauma

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(Prof. (Dr.) Anil Gulati is the founder, Chairman, and CEO of Pharmazz, Inc,USA) Trauma and Shock: The Race Against TimeEvery year, trauma claims the lives of thousands, especially those under the age of 40. In the critical minutes after a severe injury, rapid blood loss can lead to hypovolemic shock, a life-threatening condition where, due to a lack of blood supply, the heart can no longer pump enough blood to the body. Left untreated, it leads to organ failure and death. However, while emergency care systems have advanced, the core treatment for shock has remained largely unchanged—until now.Understanding Hypovolemic ShockHypovolemic…

02 Aug

Tata Power Q1 consolidated net profit increase 9.17% y-o-y to ₹1,060 crore

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Tata Power on Friday, August 1 announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 (Q1 FY26), reporting a consolidated net profit of ₹1,060 crore, up 9% y-o-y as compared to ₹971 crore in Q1 FY25. The company’s operating revenue during the quarter stood at ₹18,035 crore, up 4.28% from ₹17,924 crore in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal. Total expenses for the quarter stood at ₹16,336 crore, up 3.03% from ₹15,856 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year. Depreciation cost for the quarter stood at ₹1,161 crore as against ₹973 crore in Q1 FY24,…

02 Aug

Shopsy surpasses 450M downloads, strengthens presence in tier 4+ markets across India

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Shopsy, Flipkart’s hypervalue platform, marked its fourth anniversary with over 450 million app downloads and a growing presence in more than 19,000 pin codes. The platform added 11.5 million new shoppers this year, with notable traction from Tier 4+ and remote towns like Bhagalpur, Medinipur, Dunda, and Rajnagar—highlighting the increasing appetite for affordable online shopping in India’s hinterlands. Driven by a regional-first strategy, Shopsy now offers 16 million+ products across 1,300+ categories. Categories such as kidswear surged by 150%, and large appliances saw a 20% boost. Its Grand Shopsy Mela, featuring products under ₹149, continues to drive volume and family…

01 Aug

GST collection increase 7.5% to ₹1.96 lakh crore in July

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New Delhi, Gross GST collections rose 7.5 percent to around Rs 1.96 lakh crore in July due to an increase in domestic revenue. Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections stood at Rs 1.82 lakh crore in July 2024. The collection was Rs 1.84 lakh crore in the previous month. Gross domestic revenue rose 6.7 percent to Rs 1.43 lakh crore, while import taxes rose 9.5 percent to Rs 52,712 crore. GST refunds rose 66.8 per cent year-on-year to Rs 27,147 crore. Net GST revenue stood at Rs 1.69 lakh crore in July 2025, showing a growth of 1.7 percent…