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Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon, recognized by Newsweek as India’s Best Private Hospital for six consecutive years, has announced the expansion of its specialized oncology outreach in the Northeast with a strong focus on precision oncology powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics. At an awareness event in Dimapur on September 16, held in association with NGO Beyond Cancer and Christian Institute of Health Sciences and Research (CIHSR), Dr. Amit Bhargava, Director, Medical Oncology, presented recent advances that enable personalized treatment based on tumour DNA sequencing. He emphasized that AI-driven tools are transforming cancer care by predicting treatment responses…

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) has entered a strategic partnership with Spinny, India’s leading full-stack used car platform, making it a ‘Preferred Exchange Partner Platform’ across Nissan dealerships in India. This industry-first collaboration between an automobile OEM and a national-level used car aggregator aims to offer enhanced exchange benefits to customers while creating new business opportunities for dealer partners. This customer-centric initiative is part of Nissan Motor India’s broader strategy to bolster dealership performance and profitability through innovative and value-driven services.  Under this partnership, customers who exchange their vehicles through Spinny - either at Nissan dealerships or directly via…

Madhu Lunawat, Founder of The Wealth Company Mutual Fund, brought her flagship initiative, MF Didi, to her hometown of Guwahati, marking a significant step in empowering women across Assam and Tier II and III cities. The nationwide roadshow, spanning Ahmedabad, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Mumbai, and Pune, now reaches the northeast with a focus on financial literacy, certification, and professional opportunities for women. Born and raised in Guwahati, Lunawat has been a pioneer in India’s financial sector, founding Pantomath Group and The Wealth Company Mutual Fund. MF Didi aims to train and certify women as mutual fund distributors under NISM V norms,…

Nissan Motor India has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable mobility by confirming that the New Nissan Magnite is fully E20 fuel-compatible, aligning with the Government of India’s green fuel initiatives. The company emphasized that both its powertrains — the 1.0L HR10 turbocharged petrol engine (E20 compliant since August 2024) and the BR10 naturally aspirated petrol engine (E20 compliant since February 2025) — are equipped to run smoothly on E20 fuel. The New Magnite has already earned recognition for safety with a 5-star GNCAP rating and recently introduced a segment-first 10-year warranty programme, underlining Nissan’s long-term commitment to customers. The company…

Sony India on Monday unveiled its new campaign, ‘Ab Kuch Cinematic Karte Hain’, aimed at empowering local wedding photo and video studios to bring cinematic quality to their craft. Celebrating the unsung heroes of Indian weddings, the campaign emphasizes the transition from legacy cameras to Sony’s FX30, the entry-level model in the Cinema Line, designed to offer professional features at an accessible price point. Mukesh Srivastava, Head of Imaging Business, Sony India, said, “Weddings are more than events — they are once-in-a-lifetime stories deserving cinematic storytelling. This campaign honours tradition while inviting studios to embrace the future.” The campaign film,…

Renault Group India has announced two significant leadership appointments, underscoring India’s rising stature as a global hub for automotive design and engineering. The move highlights the company’s ambition to accelerate growth in one of the world’s most dynamic markets and strengthen cooperation with local teams. Dr. Vikraman V has been named Chief of Renault Engineering at Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India (RNTBCI), Chennai. With nearly two decades at Mahindra & Mahindra, where he led the Vehicle Mechanical Division, Dr. Vikraman brings expertise across EV and ICE platforms. He holds a PhD in automotive engineering from IIT Madras. Sandeep…

DR VARINDERA PAUL SINGH, CHAIRMAN, NEUROSURGERY, MEDANTA- THE MEDICITY, GURUGRAM Brain tumours are abnormal masses that develop in the brain and may be either non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant). In India, an estimated 40,000 cases of brain tumours are recorded every year. Researchers have found that in the North East region, the incidence of brain tumours were over twice more prevalent among males than in females, and were most common in the 20-60 years age group. It is often assumed that headaches are the defining sign of a brain tumour. This is because any addition to the closed skull cavity…

Minister of State for External Affairs, Shri Pabitra Margherita, represented India at the grand celebrations of Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day at Independence Hill, Port Moresby, today. Prior to the ceremony, MoS Margherita met Prime Minister James Marape, conveying warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India. The leaders discussed strategies to strengthen bilateral trade relations, reflecting the growing partnership between India and Papua New Guinea. During his visit, Minister Margherita engaged with leading business figures, including key Indian entrepreneurs in the textile sector, exploring avenues to deepen trade and economic cooperation. Sharing his experiences…

American Tourister, a leading travel gear brand, launched its vibrant new campaign “Everyone’s In,” celebrating youthful energy, inclusivity, and the joy of shared experiences. Anchored by a 2-minute original track sung by Jonita Gandhi and Siddhant Chaturvedi, the campaign features Ananya Panday and Siddhant Chaturvedi in a lively, outdoorsy music video reflecting road trips, spontaneous adventures, and new friendships. The campaign also includes 20 and 30-second digital edits to engage young, socially connected travellers. Anushree Tainwala, Executive President – Marketing, Samsonite South Asia, highlighted, “Our campaign celebrates travel as an experience – the people you meet, the memories you create,…

Prof. Dr. Rupam Borgohain,Senior Consultant Neurologist and Programme Director-PDMDRC, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad(Hitec City), says, A chronic neurological condition that affects movement, Parkinson's disease causes tremors, stiffness, slowness, and reduced balance. Even though medicines are crucial for managing symptoms, many patients eventually experience decreased efficacy or undesirable side effects with prolonged drug use. Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) has become a revolutionary treatment in recent years, giving patients new hope for increased control and a higher standard of living. Deep Brain Stimulation: A Revolution in the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease Prof. Dr. Rupam Borgohain said DBS involves placing tiny electrodes into particular…