Author: Faisal Mahmood

In a significant advancement in cardiac care, specialists at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals successfully performed a complex leadless pacemaker implantation in a 65-year-old patient with a metallic prosthetic tricuspid valve. The procedure, performed by Dr Vanita Arora, marks the first time in India that a leadless pacemaker has been implanted through a metallic prosthetic valve, offering a safer, non-surgical treatment option for patients with similar complex cardiac histories.   Dr Vanita Arora (centre) with the cardiac electrophysiology team after performing India’s first leadless pacemaker implantation through a metallic prosthetic tricuspid valve   The patient had a long and complicated medical journey.…

Unveils IRL, Solarpunk, Pastoral and Daydream as the four design directions for the 2026 Announces ‘Moonlit Silk’ as Colour of the Year and ‘Zanskar’ as Wallpaper of the Year   Asian Paints today unveiled ColourNext 2026, its annual forecast that decodes the cultural, material, and emotional shifts shaping the future of design. Now in its 23rd year, ColourNext continues to be South Asia’s most authoritative intelligence on colour, materials, textures, and finishes offering insights that are globally relevant yet deeply rooted in cultural context.   Asian Paints ColourNext 2026 – Daydream – Design Trend Since 2003, Asian Paints has studied…

Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Limited (“Axis Max Life”/ “Company”) has entered into a strategic Corporate Agent partnership with Saarathi Finance and Credit Private Limited (“Saarathi Finance”), a next-generation greenfield non-banking financial company (NBFC) focused on bridging the credit gap for India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).   Axis Max Life and Saarathi Finance Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Financial Security for India’s MSMEs   By leveraging Saarathi’s last-mile reach, this partnership will provide Axis Max Life’s insurance product – Group Credit Life Secure (GCLS) (UIN: 104N072V04), to safeguard the interests of…

Parawheel, a tech-driven political intelligence research and election forecasting firm powered by KK Surveys & Strategies Pvt Ltd, has entered the Tamil Nadu political research landscape with a large-scale booth-level scientific opinion survey across all 234 Assembly constituencies in the state. Based on the survey conducted to date, covering over 70 lakh voters, the organisation’s preliminary findings project DMK with a 41.5% vote share, AIADMK with 36.2%, and TVK emerging as the third major political force with 13.6%, according to the current assessment.   Mr. Kiran Kondeti, CEO, Parawheel   Specialising in voter behaviour analysis, booth-level field research, and data-driven…

Marking International Women’s Day, Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road organised a special celebration centred on the theme “Give to Gain”, recognising the contributions of women who play a vital role in strengthening communities. The event brought together hospital staff, families and members of the community, highlighting inspiring stories of leadership, compassion and service while reinforcing the spirit of empowerment and collective responsibility.   Women Community Leaders along with Senior Clinicians and Leadership team at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru   As part of the celebration, a felicitation ceremony led by the senior management team at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road honoured women…

The sixth edition of ‘Lineman Diwas’ was celebrated in New Delhi today by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Ministry of Power, in collaboration with Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd. The observance of Lineman Diwas is aimed at acknowledging the tireless dedication and invaluable services of linemen and ground maintenance staff, whose contributions are critical to ensuring the reliable delivery of electricity services across the country.    At the 6th Lineman Diwas in New Delhi, MoS Power Shripad Yesso Naik and Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal joined sector leaders to launch a Safety Pocketbook The event was graced by Shri Shripad Yesso…

Whatfix, the global AI-native platform for enterprise technology adoption, officially launches AI Roleplay training in Mirror, making Mirror an AI-first training platform designed to prepare customer-facing teams for real-world performance beyond mere system usage. With this launch, Mirror evolves beyond system simulation to combine adaptive AI-driven roleplay with realistic enterprise application simulations, enabling frontline teams to practice customer conversations and workflows together in a single, risk-free environment. Strong Market Momentum  Mirror’s expansion is backed by rapid enterprise adoption. With the introduction of AI Roleplay in 2025, Mirror’s ARR grew more than 200% year over year. Having raced to $3M ARR…

Humans of Bombay’s recent podcast episode features an intimate conversation with Seema Singh, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and cultural advocate, whose life is a masterclass in turning privilege into purpose.   Seema Singh spends time with children supported by MeghaShrey, the self-funded foundation through which she educates, mentors and empowers young lives across India   In a candid exchange with host Karishma Mehta, Seema opens up about her journey from a sheltered upbringing in Patna to building a life of extraordinary impact in Mumbai. What emerges is a portrait of a woman reshaping lives far from the spotlight.   Watch the full…

During summer, refrigerators work harder than usual. Rising temperatures and frequent door opening — whether to grab a cold drink or store leftovers — put extra pressure on the appliance. An eco-friendly refrigerator is designed to handle this better, consuming less energy and using eco-friendly refrigerants without compromising on cooling. Brands like Haier, LG, and Samsung offer a solid range of options for those looking to upgrade.   Upgrade to a new refrigerator this season with the Bajaj Finserv Easy EMI Loan The good news is that upgrading doesn’t have to mean a large one-time expense. The Bajaj Finserv Summer…

Chennai’s real estate sector marked a significant digital milestone as DRA Homes launched the city’s first multi-lingual Virtual Sales AI Assistant at the recently concluded CREDAI Chennai Fairpro exhibition. The innovation signals a decisive move towards technology-led sales transformation, positioning the company at the forefront of AI-driven customer engagement in the city.   DRA Homes Launches Multi-Lingual Virtual AI Sales Assistant   Designed to function as a digital sales assistant, the AI-powered tool enables prospective buyers to instantly access comprehensive project information, pricing details, configuration options and amenity specifications. It also facilitates site visit scheduling, helping buyers explore properties with…