Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, hosted a special felicitation ceremony honouring startup founders from the graduating Batch of 2025 as part of its 33^rd Convocation. The event honoured the entrepreneurial successes of young innovators whose ventures are enriching India’s growing startup ecosystem.

Mr Bikram Singh Bedi, MAHE alumnus and Vice President, Asia Pacific Strategic Initiatives, Google Cloud, felicitates young startup founders during the 33rd Convocation of MAHE

Mr Bikram Singh Bedi, MAHE alumnus and Vice President, Asia Pacific Strategic Initiatives, Google Cloud, New Delhi, honoured the student entrepreneurs on Saturday in Manipal, Karnataka. In his address, Mr Bedi emphasised the need for continuous reinvention in a rapidly evolving world shaped by artificial intelligence. He stated that graduates were entering a defining moment in history, as AI is transforming every sector. He urged them to approach technology responsibly and consider its societal implications, advising, “Do not just build or use technology, do it responsibly. Always ask not only whether something can be built, but whether it should be built.”

The Innovation Centre, MAHE, organised the event, which recognised six student entrepreneurs from the graduating Batch of 2025.

Dr Mahima Mishra, Founder, InfiniClinickart Supplies LLP, and MCODS alumna, was recognised for her contributions to dental health innovation. Her work has earned national and international accolades, including the Manipal COVID Challenge, the MAHE Business Idea Competition, and the ESOT Hackathon in Europe. She has also secured the 7 lakh NIDHI-PRAYAS grant, with notable products such as Sterident and ClinicKart.

Arjun Sanjiv Kohli, Founder, Instrumus Technologies Pvt. Ltd and MIT Manipal alumnus, was honoured for establishing a DeepTech enterprise focused on industrial digitisation and advanced manufacturing. His company collaborates with institutions such as BITS and MAHE, supports over 50 manufacturing clients, and consistently records monthly revenues above 5 lakhs.

Tushar Raj, Founder of PhotonSilica | PHSI Technologies & Research Pvt. Ltd., was acknowledged for his rapid progress in the DeepTech sector. Listed among the Top 100 Desi DeepTech Startup Founders, he has secured DLI beneficiary status under MeitY and achieved 45 lakhs in revenue within four months. His earlier startup also achieved a successful exit.

Mr Ryan Bantu, Founder, GoPerch Innovations Pvt. Ltd, was recognised for his contributions to AI-driven and hardware-based product development. The company has generated 45 lakhs in recent months, served over 13 clients, and created employment for eight professionals. His team also secured the runner-up position at the Forbes Marshall Competition.

Arnav Agrawal, Founder, Thapy Technologies Pvt. Ltd, was appreciated for his work in the mental health domain. With over 100 active users, recognition as an On-Campus Hult Prize Finalist, and the creation of 10 employment opportunities, the venture is emerging as a promising mental health platform.

Mithilesh B, Founder of Your Lyf, was honoured for advancements in nutrition technology. The company’s products are available in over 50 retail outlets, with its oat topping product selling over

5,000 units within three months. With revenues surpassing 20 lakhs, the brand is gaining strong market traction.

Senior MAHE leadership, including Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd); Vice Chancellor, Dr Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice Chancellor, Technology & Science, Dr Sharath Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor, Health Sciences, Dr Dilip G. Naik, Pro Vice Chancellor, Mangalore Campus, Dr P. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, Dr Anand Venugopal, Chief Operating Officer, Operations, Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, Director, MIT Manipal and Dr Gopalakrishnan Dharmarajan, Dean, MCODS Manipal, attended the ceremony.

In his concluding address, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd), the Vice Chancellor, highlighted MAHE’s growing startup ecosystem and the rising number of student-led ventures. He emphasised that MAHE is shaping graduates who create opportunities and contribute to industries, communities, and national development as future job creators.  

About Manipal Academy of Higher Education

The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specialisations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable academic track record, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 3^rd in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and enriching campus life.

Sundaram Alternates today unveiled its ESG & Impact Report 2024–25 at Day 2 of the IVCA GreenReturns Summit, highlighting how disciplined private credit, responsible governance, and sustainability-aligned investment frameworks can reshape India’s built environment and long-term economic resilience.

The report captures a comprehensive view of the firm’s real estate private credit portfolio, its ESG integration practices, measurable environmental and social outcomes, and the expanding role of private capital in accelerating India’s sustainability transition.

At a time when climate risks, rapid urbanisation, and widening socio-economic gaps are reshaping investment priorities, Sundaram Alternates’ report demonstrates how responsibly deployed private credit can deliver both risk-adjusted returns and meaningful community-level impact.

“Private credit can be a powerful catalyst for sustainable change. At Sundaram Alternates, we are focused on financing businesses and projects that combine performance with purpose. The launch of our Impact Report at the IVCA GreenReturns Summit highlights how disciplined lending and responsible investing can accelerate India’s transition towards a more sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient economy.” said, Karthik Athreya, Managing Director, Sundaram Alternates.

Sundaram Alternates Launches its ESG & Impact Report at IVCA GreenReturns Summit 2025

A Data-Backed View of Impact: Environment, Social and Governance Outcomes

The report provides verified performance and impact metrics across Sundaram Alternates’ portfolio, showcasing how the firm integrates ESG at every stage—from investment screening to monitoring, stewardship, and exits.

Key Highlights from the Report

Environmental Impact

• ~20 million sq. ft. of green-built projects

• ~837,000 tCO₂e in embodied carbon savings

• ~268,000 tCO₂ in lifetime operational carbon savings

• ~579,000 MWh in lifetime energy savings

• ~28.9 million m³ in lifetime water savings

• Green homes designed to meet globally recognised certification standards

• Focus on heat-resilient construction, water security, and waste circularity

Social Impact

• 50,000+ jobs created (direct + indirect)

• 1.32 million people positively impacted

• 1,000+ women positively impacted

• Over 50% of residential units designed with universal accessibility features

• Emphasis on worker safety, fair wages, skilling, and community-level inclusion

Governance Excellence

• 100% of projects undergo ESG due diligence

• ~25,000 site workers trained in safety & environmental awareness

• Zero tolerance towards labour rights violations

• Annual ESG reporting and strong oversight through a dedicated ESG governance framework

A Structured Framework for Responsible Private Credit

The report outlines Sundaram Alternates’ integrated ESG policy anchored in five core principles:
sustainable construction practices, workforce health & safety, climate and environmental resilience, corporate governance, and transition to low-carbon pathways.

The firm’s governance architecture — comprising its ESG Steering Committee, independent advisors, fund managers, analysts, and board oversight — ensures that ESG obligations are embedded across term sheets, monitoring processes, green-building certifications, and sustainability reporting.

This structured approach helps investors evaluate not just financial performance but measurable outcomes aligned with SDGs, global ESG standards (GRI, SASB, EDGE), and India’s national climate goals.

Positioning India for a Climate-Resilient Future

The report emphasises that India stands at a generational inflection point: the built environment accounts for nearly 40% of global emissions and over a third of natural resource consumption. Sundaram Alternates’ work demonstrates how sustainable real estate, backed by private credit, can drive measurable climate outcomes and equitable urban development.

Across projects, the portfolio has delivered stronger tenant demand, enhanced operational efficiencies, reduced long-term risk exposure, and strengthened local supply chains—while channeling capital to underserved markets where the need is greatest.

About Sundaram Alternates
Sundaram Alternate Assets Ltd., part of the Sundaram Finance Group, manages approximately Rs. 7,000 crores across private credit, corporate credit, and thematic equity funds. A rapidly growing alternate asset management platform, Sundaram Alternates specializes in differentiated investment solutions spanning private credit, fixed income, PMS equity strategies, and bespoke equity portfolios. Built on the core values of transparency, governance, and long-term value creation, Sundaram Alternates is actively expanding its footprint in India’s dynamic investment ecosystem.

For more details, visit: www.sundaramalternates.com

International Architecture and Design firm UHA today announced the appointment of Zachary Dominitz as Senior Director and Head of India, a sign of the firm’s focus on international growth with emphasis on sustainability and design innovation.

Zachary Dominitz, Senior Director and Head of India for UHA

The firm, with offices across Europe and Asia, is approaching its 15 year anniversary—13 of those active in India—and recently expanded into SE Asia, the Middle East and Latin America. The appointment of Mr. Dominitz, who has extensive experience developing brands and growing sustainable business, marks a bold strategic shift for UHA.

“We have an extremely talented design team, and Zachary brings a wealth of experience in working with creatives and designers. He understands how to balance growing the business with nurturing our people, which has always been a priority for us,” said Jonas Upton-Hansen, the firm’s Founder and Managing Partner. “Hiring Zachary to run and grow our operations will allow us as designers to be focused on the architecture and delivering excellence to our clients.”

Dominitz, who has an MBA from London Business School and a BA from UCLA, has lived and worked in the US, the UK, Australia and Argentina. His background includes building global brands as part of Omnicom’s premiere brand design firm Siegel+Gale, and designing sustainability initiatives for hundreds of the world’s largest organisations as Global Head of Accounts for TerraCycle. He also has extensive marketing and communications experience which includes running agencies in New York and London, managing Media Affairs for Bill Clinton’s White House, and serving as a columnist for The Huffington Post.

“I worked with the UHA team last year to help roadmap their future and it was immediately evident the keys to success were all there: a remarkably progressive, sleek, human-centred design language, a dedicated core team who have been with the firm a long time and support each other, and the appetite and talent to grow,” Dominitz said. “When UHA approached me about joining the firm to lead the change we’d programmed, it felt like the right pairing.”

“We’ve started work on new projects in Argentina, Mexico, Oman, Taiwan and Thailand, with upcoming projects in China, Indonesia, Japan, Brazil, and across the Middle East, so it’s exactly the right time for us to solidify our foundations and streamline our business processes to support this growth,” Co-Founder Ricardo Mateu added. “Having Zachary in Mumbai to anchor what is now the fastest growing of our seven international offices makes perfect sense and adds a great balance to our global management team.”

The move comes in conjunction with a restructuring of the UHA team designed to bolster its global skillset, empowering regional Directors, and diversifying its offerings. UHA has invested in Landscape and Interior Design teams and is rotating staff across offices to ensure its multi-nodal, always-on approach is supported with the talent and creativity that clients seek to stand-out in a growing market.

UHA has more than 60 active on-site across 3 continents, ranging from small villa communities in the Mediterranean and the tallest residential towers in New Delhi and Mumbai to an award-winning 53 hectare masterplan in Moscow and Mexico’s first delivered LEED-certified residential development. Their presence in India runs deep, built over more than a decade of delivering work in Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, Bangalore and NCR

“The energy in India isn’t just in the market, it’s in the people,” said Dominitz. “It’s evident immediately; the passion, the creativity, the hunger to create something extraordinary. This isn’t about arriving and observing; it’s about becoming part of a story already in motion. The design community here is expanding its reach and confidence, shaping cities, neighbourhoods and possibilities. India is vast, complex, deeply human, and the chance to help design spaces that belong to that rhythm, that optimism, that future… it’s a privilege we take seriously, and an adventure of which we’re proud to be a part.”

About UHA

UHA designs and delivers projects that vary in context, function, and scale, encompassing architecture, masterplanning, landscaping, environmental services and interior design. From concept design to turnkey challenges, we have projects on-site from London to Taipei, covering boutique residential towers and luxury villas to high-tech workspaces and educational institutions.

Our asynchronous approach means that somewhere we are always open. Distributed across 7 time zones, our team of architects, designers, urbanists, visualisers, sustainability consultants, and project managers design and deliver projects around the clock. As office hours draw to a close in Tokyo, work continues in Mumbai and construction sites open in London. With multiple projects currently under construction across 3 continents, our multi-nodal studio provides a variety of services within an accelerated timeline. 

For more information visit www.uha.global

The rapid acceleration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) poses the most significant challenge yet to gender equity in the workforce and wealth creation. This was the central focus at the TalentNomics India’s 10th Annual Conference, ‘Power. Pixel. Parity.,’ where top corporate leaders, investors, and innovators gathered to move beyond fear to build a proactive roadmap for Responsible AI and gender equity in India’s future of work, wealth and wellbeing.

CP Gurnani, Manoj Chugh, & Jagdish Mitra joined Ipsita Kathuria at the 10th Annual TalentNomics Conference: Equity in the Age of Automation

The day was anchored by powerful insights from three of India’s most respected leaders:

• CP Gurnani underscored that the path to AI equity requires deliberate, ethical design. “What can we do to keep our power of curiosity, our power of creative thinking, our power of learning and applying data in our everyday life. Because to me AI is all about training the data, and if AI is all about training the data, then I need to pick up instances where I can power it.”

• The pivotal question from industry veteran Manoj Chugh served as a call to action: “Are we interrupting the bias? If not, we are not doing good.” The core message was that since AI learns from historical, often biased, data, the responsibility lies with human leaders to interrupt these patterns through sponsorship and intentional design.

• Suparna Mitra highlighted the necessity of intentional gender equity strategies in leadership and consumption. “At the Talentnomics India 10th Annual conference, I had the privilege of addressing the good people who had gathered to discuss how the AI revolution will impact gender dynamics. Whenever a new technology comes, the existing norms get re-shaped. The AI revolution does not just belong to the people who work on the technology, but all of those who use the technology. The moral and ethical dimensions need to be examined for us to ensure that the gender gap is balanced, rather than get worsened.”

The Future of Work & The Disruption of Income

The session, ‘Work Rebooted – Breaking the Digital Ceiling,’ moderated by Lata Singh, dissected the differential impact of AI on the workforce, highlighting the urgent need for task-level reskilling.

• Task-Level Disruption: Jagdish Mitra emphasized that AI disruption occurs at the task level, not just the role level. He noted that while women make up 35% of the IT workforce, nearly 70% of their roles are task-heavy and highly exposed to automation. His guidance: HR teams must champion diversity, and individuals must perform a task-based analysis of their job to identify what to reskill for.

• The Investment Risk of Inequity: Dr. Archana Hingorani connected workforce gender equity to the balance sheet. She argued that ignoring the displacement of women creates systemic market instability and limits the available talent pool, making ignoring gender equity a bad business decision for the investor.

• Owning the AI Ecosystem: Shalaka Verma outlined the three key opportunity domains: Builders of AI, Maintainers of AI, and Users of AI, urging women to seize the early-mover advantage in this transition and actively define their space before others define it for them.

The Infrastructure of Wealth & Wellbeing

These panels addressed how AI impacts the fundamental structures of wealth creation and care, from investments to healthcare access.

• Code to Capital: Reducing the Wealth Gap: The deeply insightful session on the gender wealth gap, led by Soumya Rajan and Anita George, concluded that the gap stems from structural issues and behavioral biases. They affirmed that AI is a powerful ‘copilot’ capable of de-biasing financial planning and nudging women from mere savers to active investors. Anita George stressed that “Investing is self-care” and emphasized the need for trust, governance, and security in the financial sector to ensure women become true capital creators.

• Rebalancing Care & Rural Healthcare: The sessions highlighted that both urban and rural women face unique barriers to wellbeing. Partha Dey showcased how the shift of services from hospital to home significantly improves access for women. Furthermore, the session on “Beyond the Grid: AI and the Future of Rural Healthcare” with Jyotsna Krishnan & Priyadarshi Mohaparta highlighted how a hybrid “phygital” model using Community Champions (primarily women) can be the viable solution for India’s large rural market, ensuring the entire loop of diagnostics and medicine is closed and reducing time burdens for women caregivers.

• The Human Heart of Empathy: Dr. Dev Brar addressed the limits of AI in mental health, noting: “AI heard my words, but not my silence.” Bhavana Issar also emphasised that while AI can enable wellbeing, it cannot replace the Human touch. Shilpa Ajwani concluded that Human and technical review must go hand in hand to ensure AI works for everyone.

Governance and Guardrails: The Mandate for Equitable AI

The consensus across the conference was that AI is not inherently biased, but rather amplifies the bias already present in the human data it learns from, necessitating strong guardrails.

• Bias Amplification: The session on ‘Unbiased by Design’ concluded that AI models are inherently prone to perpetuating historical human biases because they learn from flawed data, making simply removing gender labels insufficient. The core consensus of the panel, featuring Kiran Chhabra, Renu Menon, Uma Rani, and Arjun Venkatraman, captured by the motto “Nothing About Us Without Us,” is that achieving equitable AI requires active, sustained oversight.

• Policy and Accountability: This includes enforcing mandatory AI audits and governance frameworks to ensure equal error rates across demographic groups, and critically, involving women and underrepresented groups as data stewards to reduce bias at the source of data collection and annotation. As observed by L Venkata Subramanian and Aneesh Patnaik, we need technological solutions, diverse policy input, and active user feedback.

• Societal Movement: Sunaina Kumar emphasized that patriarchal structures are mirrored in digital spaces, and without robust governance, AI risks weakening women’s economic security. Ratnesh Jha concluded that fixing this requires a societal “movement,” stressing that companies must be held accountable by consumers, and organizations must commit to not allowing bias in their own systemic decisions.

Conclusion: Sponsorship and Concrete Action

The conference underscored that fixing the future starts with fixing the present. The most potent advice from the floor was the need to move from mentorship to sponsorship. Sponsorship is the action—the advocacy and the intentional door-opening—that ensures women are in the rooms where AI decisions are being shaped.

Neeta Boochra, member of the TalentNomics Advisory Board, rekindled the room’s momentum with her vote of thanks, reinforcing that influence must translate into opportunity and conversation into measurable change. The conference’s success lay in its commitment to translating high-level dialogue into concrete, actionable steps toward a gender-equitable Digital future.

About TalentNomics India

TalentNomics India is a non-profit organisation working to create a world where gender equity is the norm. Since 2016, the organisation has operated leadership development programs for women and convened annual conferences featuring multi-stakeholder dialogues on barriers to equity in work, wealth, wellbeing, and welfare. Through research, advocacy, and collaboration with corporate, government, and civil society partners, TalentNomics India advances systemic approaches to gender equity.

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At IGDC 2025, India’s biggest gaming conference, TILTEDU and DATSI School for Storytellers unveiled GameCraft Pro – a flagship one-year professional program in Game Design & Development launching January 2026 at DATSI’s Trivandrum campus.

DATSI School and TILTEDU sign the GameCraft Pro MoU at IGDC 2025, strengthening Kerala’s game-design ecosystem

The MoU was signed in the presence of senior government officials Seeram Sambasiva Rao (IT Special Secretary) and Anoop Ambika (CEO, Kerala Startup Mission), alongside industry leaders Ashish Kulkarni, Nikhil Chandran, Veerendra Patil, Venkataramanan K, and Michael Joseph.

This marks one of Kerala’s strongest pushes to position itself as India’s next creative-tech hub, where storytelling meets technology.

A New Professional Program for Game Development in Kerala: Designed by game developers and studios

Unlike traditional game courses focused only on software, GameCraft Pro embeds students directly inside working creative studios.

Students learn:

• Game Mechanics & Systems Design

• Narrative Design & Storytelling

• Game Programming & Prototyping

• 2D/3D Asset Creation with production discipline

• Level Design inside professional engines

In the final 3 months, every student builds a full-fledged original game IP – complete with documentation, gameplay systems, audio, FX and investor-ready pitch materials.

This approach transforms students into creators who can design, build, and publish rather than just entry-level operators.

GameCraft pro program – your gateway to a gaming career

India’s gaming market is projected to reach $4–4.5 billion by 2025, yet the majority of talent still clusters around metros like Bangalore, Pune, and Hyderabad.

Kerala, with its design-oriented youth and strong education ecosystem, has the right ingredients but lacked:

• Industry integration

• Storytelling-led game design

• Exposure to publishing pipelines

• Hands-on project-based curriculum

GameCraft Pro directly solves this gap. “This isn’t a course launch – it’s a movement. We want Kerala to export original stories through gaming,” Veerendra Patil, CEO, Zebu Animation & Founder, DATSI.

To learn more about the course: www.datsischool.com/courses/gamecraft-pro

Industry Voices Endorsing the GameCraft Pro Vision

On building world-class IP from Kerala, “Kerala has incredible creative talent. GameCraft Pro bridges the gap between idea and commercially viable game IP,” Ashish Kulkarni, FICCI AVGC Forum Chair.

On building creators, not just coders, “We’re nurturing entrepreneurs who can build the future of India’s gaming economy,” Nikhil Chandran, CEO, TILTLABS & TILTEDU.

Government Support Strengthening the Movement

Kerala has introduced a forward-looking AVGC Policy to boost animation, gaming, immersive media, and digital content creation.“This partnership directly aligns with Kerala’s vision to create strong, consistent talent pipelines and original content from the state,” Seeram Sambasiva Rao, IT Special Secretary.

GameCraft Pro is housed inside KINFRA Film & Video Park, supported by ASAP Kerala, making it one of India’s most policy-aligned creative-education launches.

What Students Will Graduate With

According to the program brochure, students gain:

Programme Outcomes

• Design and analyse games as rule-based systems

• Build playable spaces with real engine workflows

• Script core and advanced gameplay systems

• Produce 2D/3D assets with production discipline

• Publish a capstone game with professional documentation

Career Prospects

• Game Designer

• Unity Game Developer

• Level Designer

• Gameplay Scripter / Systems Designer

• 3D Game Artist

• Technical Artist

This directly answers what most media outlets (like CollegeDekho, Careers360, India Today Education, BW Education) look for when covering new programs.

What Makes GameCraft Pro Different (Media-friendly Angles)

These are the lines NewsVoir will love — they speak to the whole TML list:
 

1. Studio-integrated learning

Students learn inside the culture of working animation, VFX, and game studios.

2. Story-first game design

The program treats games as a storytelling medium — not just technology.

3. Original IP creation

Every student graduates with one publishable prototype that can be pitched to investors/publishers.

4. Kerala as a new gaming hub

Strong angle for Times of India, The Hindu, Indian Express, regional Malayalam media.

5. Government + industry partnership

This significantly boosts credibility for national financial and business press (Mint, Business Standard, BW Businessworld).

Call to Action (Strong admissions focus)

GameCraft Pro begins January 2026. Limited seats.
Admissions are now open for students, gamers, storytellers, and creative-tech aspirants.

For Admissions & Curriculum Details:

+91 73060 71754
 datsischool.com / TILTEDU.com
 On-campus program at KINFRA Film & Video Park, Trivandrum

In a significant step towards strengthening India’s healthcare landscape, Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Ltd (HURL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Art of Living Social Projects to implement Project SWASTHYA KIRAN – an initiative aimed at enhancing diagnostic healthcare services in Odisha.

A step towards better healthcare in Odisha, blessed by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Signing the MoU for Project SWASTHYA KIRAN

The MoU was signed by Shri Chaman Jaggi, Vice President, HR & CSR, HURL, and Br. Pragyachaitanya, Chairman, The Art of Living Social Projects and witnessed by Dr Siba Prasad Mohanty, MD, HURL. The moment was blessed by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, whose commitment to accessible, compassionate healthcare continues to inspire service initiatives across the nation.

Revolutionising Diagnostics with Advanced CT Imaging

Under the partnership, a proposal has been rolled out for the procurement and installation of a state-of-the-art Revolution™ Aspire Select CT Scanner at the Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research Hospital (SSCASRH) in Cuttack, Odisha. Operating from the Sri Sri University campus in Bidyadharpur, SSCASRH is poised to evolve into a key diagnostic centre for the region.

The introduction of this advanced CT system will dramatically expand the hospital’s capacity to diagnose and treat critical conditions, supporting specialties such as neurology, cardiology, oncology, trauma care, emergency medicine.

This transformative upgrade is expected to benefit thousands of patients annually, particularly those facing life-threatening conditions like stroke, trauma, and cancer – situations where time is often the deciding factor.

Addressing Odisha’s Urgent Diagnostic Gaps

Odisha continues to grapple with serious gaps in diagnostic healthcare, including:

• Limited availability of CT scanners

• Long waiting times for diagnostic imaging

• One of India’s lowest hospital-bed ratios

• Patients traveling 2 to 4 hours for essential scans

For emergency cases, these delays can escalate risks dramatically.

Project SWASTHYA KIRAN seeks to bridge these gaps by creating timely, accessible, and affordable diagnostic services for more than 1.5 lakh residents across 50+ surrounding villages.

Impact at a Glance

The installation of the Revolution™ Aspire Select CT Scanner will:

• Reduce waiting time and travel.

• Patients will receive faster access to essential imaging – especially vital for emergency scenarios such as stroke and trauma.

• Provide affordable, high-quality diagnostics

• The facility will offer cost-effective CT scanning services, minimising financial strain on rural and underserved communities.

• Strengthen hospital readiness for emergencies.

• Enhanced imaging capacity will empower doctors to diagnose swiftly, intervene earlier, and improve patient outcomes.

A Step Toward Health Equity

Through this collaboration, HURL and The Art of Living Social Projects reaffirm their shared commitment to community well-being. SWASTHYA KIRAN marks a new chapter of reassurance – bringing cutting-edge diagnostic healthcare closer to the people who need it most.

About The Art of Living Social Projects

The Art of Living, founded by humanitarian and spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is committed to transforming lives through community-centred initiatives. Working across healthcare, conservation of water resources, education, women’s empowerment, and environmental restoration, it partners with governments, NGOs, corporations, and local communities to bring meaningful change. Through its compassionate, service-driven approach, The Art of Living continues to strengthen well-being and nurture a culture of peace and responsibility worldwide.

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• High AI-Q™ framework is built to deliver measurable client outcomes across Growth, Productivity, and Transformation (GPT).

• Positioning reflects the integration of Generative AI and Agentic AI into all core services.

Multiples PE-backed QBurst has rolled out its new branding and positioning as a ‘High AI-Q™’ company, signifying its commitment to delivering AI-first, futuristic digital experiences. High AI-Q delivers AI-powered differentiated digital experiences by combining QBurst’s technical expertise (High IQ) with understanding client needs (High EQ), with the fabric of AI infused into every aspect of operation and delivery. The framework is built to deliver measurable client outcomes across Growth, Productivity, and Transformation (GPT).

Multiples PE-backed QBurst unveiled its ‘High AI-Q’ positioning, signifying its commitment to AI-first futuristic digital experiences

“The market has moved past the novelty of ‘AI-powered’ features—that is now the absolute minimum expectation. The true competitive battleground is ‘AI-First’ design, which means AI is architected into the core of every operation. As the industry rapidly transitions toward complex Service-as-Software models and autonomous managed agents, we are raising the bar with ‘High AI-Q.’ This is our commitment to providing the necessary rigor, trust, and accelerated efficiency that clients need to not just keep pace, but to truly realize the scale of their ambition,” said Arun ‘Rak’ Ramchandran, CEO, QBurst.

Since securing the strategic investment from Multiples Alternate Asset Management earlier this year, QBurst has undergone a transformative shift, establishing a future-ready organizational structure and a focused leadership team with deep experience in Data Engineering & AI, Cloud, Digital Experience, and Quality Engineering.

This new positioning reflects the integration of Generative AI and Agentic AI into all core services, highlighting AI-native enterprise transformation.

What does High AI-Q look like in action?

• For a global mining giant, QBurst implemented a GenAI-powered operations intelligence platform, enabling real-time KPI analytics through natural language queries and voice commands—transforming how executives access and act on operational data.

• For a leading US healthcare university, QBurst implemented a multi-camera vision AI solution featuring edge inference and an open modular architecture to create a Centralized intelligence dashboard providing real-time, multi-object tracking and significantly enhance campus security.

• For a global luxury retail brand, QBurst with the support of AI based agents migrated its legacy system to a modern composable architecture, enhancing performance, scalability and editorial workflows—future-proofing its digital experience strategy.

Event Highlights: Innovation and Leadership

The High AI-Q brand launch event also featured the launch of the book “Changing Fast & Slow: How to Find Your Organization’s Best Pathway in the New Business Paradigm,” authored by Jeroen Tas, Co-founder of Mphasis and ex-Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer of Philips Healthcare. The book provides strategies for CEOs and leaders to build resilient companies in the face of rapid technological change.

The event concluded with a leadership panel discussion based on the book featuring: Jeroen Tas; Vishal Kulshrestha, Head of eCom and Omni Channel, Alshaya Group; and Arun ‘Rak’ Ramchandran, CEO, QBurst.

About QBurst

QBurst is a ‘High AI-Q’ digital engineering company delivering measurable business impact through data-driven solutions and deep application engineering expertise. Combining agility with technical depth, QBurst drives digital transformations for enterprise clients across five major industries: Retail, Realty, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Hospitality to innovate, scale, and succeed.

Backed by Multiples Alternate Asset Management, the company is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, and maintains a global footprint across 21 cities in 11 countries spanning critical geographies including Japan, USA, The Middle East, South Africa, and India. QBurst employs over 3,500 professionals.

The company’s comprehensive service portfolio anchors on five solution pillars viz. Digital Experience Solutions, Intelligent Enterprise Solutions, Product Engineering, Managed Agents, and Modernization Initiatives. Strategic and technology partnerships with industry majors such as Microsoft, AWS, Salesforce, Google, Adobe, Pimcore, and Strapi enable QBurst to deliver value-added services to its global client base.

In 2025, Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix assessment positioned QBurst as a ‘Major Contender’ in the Quality Engineering space. Additionally, Deloitte, Dun & Bradstreet, Statista, Economic Times, and Financial Times have recognized the company among the fastest-growing technology firms across India and the Asia-Pacific region.

With nutritional gaps arising from today’s lifestyles, consumers are turning toward holistic wellbeing to support healthier lives. One such concern is Vitamin D inadequacy, a silent epidemic that continues to affect people across age groups, underscoring the need to proactively address nutritional gaps. Driven by consumers needs and advancing its nutrition expertise, Amway India, a leading company supporting health and wellbeing, launched Nutrilite Vitamin D plus Boron – a scientifically designed formulation with ingredients that helps maintain optimal Vitamin D levels and supports bone and immune health. 

Amway India launches ‘Nutrilite Vitamin D plus Boron’

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Rajneesh Chopra, Managing Director, Amway India, said, “In today’s fast-paced world, changing lifestyles and limited sun exposure have led to a significant rise in Vitamin D deficiency across India. Studies have consistently shown that nearly 80–90% Indians have inadequate Vitamin D levels, which can adversely affect bone and overall health over time. Understanding this pressing need, we at Amway are strengthening our science-backed nutrition portfolio to help people achieve their wellness goals. As part of our strategic focus on accelerating product innovation, we are proud to introduce our latest offering, Nutrilite Vitamin D Plus Boron, made with ingredients to support strong bones and holistic health. This marks a key step in our consumers’ transformation journey towards lasting wellbeing. Our commitment goes beyond supplementation; we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their wellbeing, enhancing their vitality and enabling them to live not just longer, but healthier, more fulfilling lives.” 

Talking about the power-packed formulation, Amrita Asrani, Chief Marketing Officer, Amway India, said, “This formulation truly embodies our philosophy of holistic wellbeing. At Amway, we are committed to providing advanced, science-backed supplementation that supports the evolving needs of today’s health-conscious consumers. Vitamin D3 plays a crucial role in calcium absorption to strengthen bone structure and density, while Boron enhances Vitamin D utilization and Vitamin K2 ensures calcium is effectively delivered to the bones where it matters most. Complementing Vitamin D3, our patented blend of Licorice and Quercetin supports bone health and provides natural antioxidant support—together creating a unique three-tier protection system that nurtures bone health from within. Rooted in Nutrilite’s philosophy of harnessing the best of nature and science, this formulation brings traditional wisdom that reflects our mission to empower Indians with strength, resilience, and vitality — not just for today, but for the years ahead.”

With a unique blend of Vitamin D3, Boron, Vitamin K2, Quercetin, and Licorice, Nutrilite Vitamin D plus Boron offers comprehensive support that goes beyond conventional Vitamin D supplements, helping bridge dietary gaps before they translate into health concerns. Aligned with recommended dietary allowances (RDA) and regulatory standards, it reflects Nutrilite’s commitment to empowering individuals to take charge of their health through preventive nutrition.

Nutrilite Vitamin D plus Boron is backed by Nutrilite’s 90+ years of expertise in nutrition and is scientifically formulated with ingredients to provide bone health support.

Each tablet delivers 

• Vitamin D3 (15 μg / 600 IU), provides 100% of the RDA which helps in efficient calcium absorption in the body and supports bone density. 

• Boron (3 mg) at a clinically effective dosage to enhance Vitamin D utilization.

• Vitamin K2 (20 μg) along with Vitamin D is necessary in calcium management.

• Patented blend of Licorice and Quercetin, sourced from NutriCert™ farms, which may help to supports overall bone health. 

Nutrilite Vitamin D plus Boron will be available exclusively through Distributors/ Amway Business Owners and on www.amway.in.

To put its nutritional value into perspective each tablet offers    

• Vitamin D = 5 cups of whole cow’s milk (1.23 L),

• Boron = 4.5 medium-sized apples

• Vitamin K2 = three boiled eggs (154 g).

• Source: IFCT, 2017) ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Boron-HealthProfessional/

About Amway India 
Amway India, one of the leading FMCG Direct Selling companies supporting health and wellbeing, is an ultimate wholly owned subsidiary of Amway Corporation (Alticor Global Holdings Inc), USA, the world’s #1 direct-selling company. Globally, Amway is a 65+ year old, US$ 7.4 billion, manufacturer and direct seller of quality consumer goods. Amway’s innovation and industry-leading R&D have seen more than 750 global patents granted and a few more patents pending. Amway has more than 800 scientists, engineers, and technical professionals who extend its innovation and science capabilities to deliver global, regional, and local product research and development.

Amway India sells close to 140 daily-use products across categories like Nutrition, Beauty, Personal Care, Home Care and Consumer durables through Amway Direct Selling Partners who make personal recommendations regarding the use of distinctive quality products. Amway products are widely recognized and appreciated for their quality and value. These products are backed by a money-back guarantee for 100% satisfaction of use. 

Amway’s first manufacturing facility in India, located at Nilakotai in the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, has won the prestigious LEED Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council as one of the most environment-friendly and sustainable facilities in the country.

Amway products are popular not just in India but across the world. Nutrilite, the world’s No. 1 selling vitamins and dietary supplement brand, has established itself as a leading brand in the vitamins and dietary supplements category in India as well. The company also offers a range of beauty & skincare products under Artistry Skin NutritionTM, which is a blend of Artistry skin science and Nutrilite expertise, infused with Nutrilite ingredients that are clean and traceable.

¹ pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6366270/ 
² Vitamin D deficiency in India – PMC
³ www.directsellingnews.com/global-100-lists/
⁴ SOURCE: GlobalData, gdretail.net/amway-claims/

Diabetes often announces itself quietly, but the damage it causes to our blood vessels can be far from silent. Among the many complications it brings, peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is one of the most overlooked—and yet one of the most revealing. While high blood sugar gradually injures blood vessels, one of the earliest and most revealing signs of this damage often appears in the legs. This is why clinicians commonly say, “the foot is the index of the heart.” The blood vessels in the feet can quietly reflect the same blockages and narrowing that may be developing in the coronary arteries.

Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is not a rare complication restricted to a few. In India, studies have shown that nearly 30% of people living with diabetes have either symptomatic or silent PAD. What makes it particularly concerning is the persistence of a myth that diabetes affects only the smaller blood vessels of the foot. In reality, macrovascular disease—blockages in the larger arteries—is equally, if not more, prevalent, and is a major contributor to non-healing ulcers and amputations.

A foot ulcer that refuses to heal for more than four weeks should never be ignored. It is often a red flag indicating compromised blood flow. A simple clinical examination can reveal the absence of foot pulses, prompting further vascular evaluation. Early detection is critical because once PAD is diagnosed, effective treatments—including angioplasty or bypass surgery—can restore blood supply and prevent catastrophic outcomes.

The troubling truth is that almost 80% of diabetes-related amputations begin with a small ulcer that could have been avoided. Simple preventive steps—daily foot inspection, avoiding barefoot walking, and wearing well-fitted footwear—can significantly reduce the risk. In many cases, these habits make the difference between healing and long-term disability.

Dr Manish Yadav, Senior Consultant, Interventional Radiology, KIMSHEALTH Hospital, Trivandrum

“The feet often speak before the heart does. When a patient develops a non-healing ulcer or complains of leg pain while walking, these are not minor issues—they can be the first signs of significant blockages in major arteries. Detecting PAD early allows us not only to save the limb but also to uncover hidden heart disease. In many ways, every diabetic foot is a message urging us to look deeper, act faster, and protect the patient’s overall cardiovascular health,” says Dr Manish Yadav Senior Consultant—Interventional Radiology at KIMSHEALTH Hospital, Trivandrum, highlighting the urgency of awareness.

India’s growing burden of diabetes, even in rural areas, reflects a broader lifestyle shift: declining physical activity and rising sedentary behaviour. Reintroducing movement into daily routines is not merely advisable; it is essential. A goal of 10,000 steps a day, as recommended by the WHO, is a powerful yet achievable step toward protecting vascular health.

For every person living with diabetes, the message is clear: maintain strict blood sugar control, embrace an active lifestyle, and make foot care a non-negotiable daily routine. Regular annual evaluations of the heart, kidneys, eyes, and feet can identify complications early. And when the feet show changes—loss of sensation, discoloration, infection, or ulceration—seeking prompt medical care can protect not just the limb, but life itself.