• Despite strict adherence to treatment, the patient’s hypertension remained dangerously uncontrolled, leading to repeated hospital admissions.

• Renal denervation is an advanced minimally invasive procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to disrupt overactive renal nerves and help achieve sustained blood pressure control.

Kauvery Heart City has achieved a major milestone by successfully performing the Delta region’s first renal denervation therapy, an advanced minimally invasive procedure to treat resistant hypertension, a condition in which blood pressure remains persistently high despite the use of multiple medications at optimal doses. Notably, only about 100 patients across the country have undergone this advanced therapy so far.

Kauvery Hospital, Heart City

The patient, a 55-year-old woman with hypertension, diabetes, and obstructive sleep apnea, a condition in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep due to upper airway blockage, had been fully compliant with her prescribed treatment. Despite this, her blood pressure remained dangerously uncontrolled, leading to repeated hospital admissions.

Following a detailed evaluation, she underwent renal denervation therapy. The procedure works by delivering radiofrequency (RF) energy through a catheter inserted into the renal arteries, which supply blood to the kidneys. This energy selectively disrupts the overactive nerves lining these arteries, thereby reducing the signals that contribute to high blood pressure. As a result, blood pressure can be brought under better control over time.

The intervention was carried out successfully by Dr. T. Joseph, a leading Interventional Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist, along with his team at Kauvery Heart City, Trichy. The patient is currently doing well, and her blood pressure has shown significant improvement following the procedure.

In his comments, Dr. Joseph said, “We are happy to have introduced renal denervation to the Delta region. Renal denervation represents a significant advancement in the management of difficult-to-treat hypertension and marks an important step forward in expanding access to cutting-edge cardiovascular care in the delta region.”

He added that resistant hypertension can occur due to multiple factors, including overactivity of the sympathetic nervous system, hormonal imbalances, kidney-related mechanisms, and associated conditions such as diabetes and sleep apnea. In such cases, conventional medications alone may not be sufficient to control blood pressure. If left uncontrolled, resistant hypertension can lead to serious and life-threatening complications such as stroke, heart attack, heart failure, kidney damage, and vision loss. In this case, timely intervention was critical to prevent further deterioration and repeated medical emergencies.

Dr. T. Senthil Kumar, a reputed senior cardio-thoracic surgeon, and Executive Director of Kauvery Heart City, added, “This novel therapy has already benefitted close to 100 patients across the country, and we are proud to introduce it in Trichy for the first time. Kauvery Heart City has always been at the forefront of bringing advanced medical technologies to the region, and this achievement reflects our continued commitment to delivering world-class care.”

• Camilla Corsi, Syngenta Global Head of Research & Development reinforces India’s strategic importance in global innovation during country visit

• Launches Syngenta’s first integrated voice enabled AI-chatbot – TEZ 
   

Reaffirming India’s critical role in its global research and innovation ecosystem, Syngenta’s Global Crop Protection Head of Research & Development – Camilla Corsi visited India. The visit underscored Syngenta’s long-term commitment to India as a key geography for science-led agricultural innovation, farmer-centric solutions, and sustainable growth.
 

Camilla Corsi, Global Head of Crop Protection Research and Development with Progressive Women farmers of India
 

During the visit, Camilla spent time on the ground with farmers across key agri-clusters, witnessed Syngenta’s real-world impact in Indian fields, and engaged closely with teams across research, development, and commercial functions. She was accompanied by Leandro Martinho, Head Crop Protection Development, AMEA, along with other senior India leadership.
 

A central highlight of the visit was Camilla’s field engagement in Hyderabad, where she interacted with women farmers, gaining first-hand insights into the challenges, aspirations, and transformational impact of Syngenta’s solutions at the grassroots. She also visited Valagro Biosciences, a Syngenta Group company, reinforcing the Group’s integrated approach to biologicals and sustainable agriculture.
 

Camilla engaged extensively with Syngenta India’s R&D community at the Hyderabad site, participating in a detailed walkthrough that included an overview of the Hyderabad centre, site development plans, laboratory tours, and field visits. She also attended the company’s TechFest, celebrating farmer-centric innovation and cross-functional collaboration, “At Syngenta, innovation begins in the field, with farmers at the centre,” said Camilla Corsi, Head of CP Research & Development, Syngenta.
 

“Meeting Indian farmers, especially women farmers, and seeing how science translates into real outcomes on the ground was deeply inspiring. India is a powerhouse of scientific talent and agricultural diversity, and it plays an increasingly important role in shaping solutions not only for this market, but for global agriculture.”
 

A key milestone during the visit was the launch and inauguration of an AI-enabled chatbot, marking another step in Syngenta India’s journey toward an integrated digital-first engagement and smarter access to information for teams.
 

Reflecting on the visit, Leandro Martinho, Head – CP Development, AMEA, said, “India stands out for the depth of science, speed of innovation, and the strong connection between research teams and farmers to support rural prosperity. Visiting the fields, labs, and research centres reaffirmed how integral India is to our AMEA and global R&D ambitions. The energy, capability, and purpose of the teams here are truly impressive.”
 

Syngenta India’s focus on strengthening its R&D infrastructure, digital innovation, and talent reflects its belief that solutions developed close to farmers can deliver scalable impact. The visit reinforced India’s position as a strategic hub driving Syngenta’s mission of advancing sustainable agriculture through science and innovation.
 

About Syngenta India
Syngenta India is a leading agriculture company committed to improving farm productivity and sustainability through innovation in crop protection, seeds, and digital solutions. With a strong presence across India’s key agricultural regions, Syngenta works closely with farmers, partners, and communities to advance resilient farming practices, enhance crop yields, and support rural prosperity. The company continues to invest in research, capability building, and farmer-centric programs aimed at shaping the future of Indian agriculture.

The Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry hosted a new edition of Indo-French Investment Conference in Bhopal, strengthening regional economic partnerships and advancing collaboration between French companies and the state of Madhya Pradesh.
 

Indo-French Investment Dialogue Strengthens Opportunities in Madhya Pradesh
 

Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav welcomed the delegation for a Roundtable Meeting at his residence and emphasised that India and France share a strong and trusted strategic partnership, which can be further strengthened through deeper collaboration in sectors such as defence, technology, innovation, and skill development. He highlighted Madhya Pradesh’s immense potential for global investors, supported by its central location, strong connectivity, industrial peace, skilled workforce, and transparent, industry-friendly governance. He further reiterated the State Government’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for sustainable industrial growth and long-term partnerships.

Organised in association with MP Industrial Development Corporation (MPIDC) and supported by the Embassy of France in India, the Conference witnessed the presentation of seven Expressions of Interest (EoIs) and two Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) between leading French companies and the Government of Madhya Pradesh across key sectors. The presenting companies and focus areas included:

• POMA Ropeways: development and operation of ropeway and cable mobility systems for urban transport, tourism, and pilgrimage connectivity

• AIVancity and Medicaps University: establishment of a higher-education institution focused on technology, innovation, and applied sciences

• Dassault Systèmes: deployment of virtual twin technologies across industrial development, urban planning, water management, and skill development

• Soufflet: development of a contract-farming ecosystem for malting-grade barley, including farmer capacity building and storage infrastructure

• SYSTRA: collaboration opportunities in transport infrastructure, mobility planning, and engineering initiatives

• ENGIE: exploration of renewable energy, energy storage, green industrial energy solutions, and green hydrogen initiatives

• Tesca Textiles: proposed manufacturing facility for advanced textiles and automotive seat components in Madhya Pradesh

• Sanofi: signed an MoU with the National Health Mission, Madhya Pradesh for capacity building and strengthening the public health system in the areas of diabetes and rare diseases, including knowledge-sharing, training, and healthcare support initiatives.

• An MoU was also signed between IFCCI and MPIDC to strengthen institutional collaboration and facilitate greater Indo-French business engagement in the state.

The ceremony took place in the presence of Mr. Chetanya Kasyap, Hon’ble Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of Madhya Pradesh and H.E. Mr. Thierry Mathou, Ambassador of France to India.

The event brought together nearly 150 senior delegates, including CEOs and CXOs of French and Indian companies, industry leaders, diplomats, government officials, and policymakers, to explore new avenues for Indo-French collaboration. It saw participation from both existing and prospective French investors keen to tap into Madhya Pradesh’s expanding industrial and economic landscape, with investment discussions expected to contribute significantly to industrial growth and job creation in the region by 2030 and beyond.

The conference commenced with a presentation on Doing Business in Madhya Pradesh: Policy, Incentives & Ease of Access by Mr. Raghwendra Singh, Principal Secretary, Department of Industrial Policy and Investment Promotion, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Discussions throughout the day focused on facilitating investments, strengthening ease of doing business, and fostering partnerships across priority sectors such as energy, infrastructure, defence, communications, IT/ITeS, food and agribusiness, logistics, and supply chain.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Chetanya Kasyap, Hon’ble Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of Madhya Pradesh expressed confidence that deeper collaboration between France and Madhya Pradesh would create new opportunities for industrial growth, innovation, and shared economic progress.

Speaking at the event, H.E. Mr. Thierry Mathou, Ambassador of France to India, said, “I am pleased that French large and small companies are leveraging their expertise in key sectors to increase their footprint in the State of Madhya Pradesh, a region with a sustainable growth of 8% that represents close to 5% of India’s domestic product. The Indo-French Innovation Network, a flagship initiative of the India-France Year of Innovation, will drive more French investments in this region enabling companies from France and Madhya Pradesh to further synergise their business to double its GDP before 2030.”  

A key highlight of the event was a panel discussion on “Unlocking Madhya Pradesh: Policy, Partnerships & Pathways for Sustainable Investment”, which explored how policy support, infrastructure readiness, and cross-border collaboration can position the state as a hub for Indo-French innovation and business growth. The panel featured leaders from Soufflet Malt, Sanofi, EDF Nuclear Projects and Dassault Systèmes, moderated by Ms. Axelle Blanchard, Deputy head of the French Regional Economic Department for India and South Asia, Embassy of France in New Delhi.

Speaking at the conference, Ms. Payal S. Kanwar, Director General, IFCCI said, “IFCCI is proud to bring its first Investment Conclave to Madhya Pradesh, an emerging growth hub with immense potential for French investments. Our objective is to strengthen Indo-French ties by unleashing new avenues for trade, innovation, and sustainable development across the region.”

Senior state Government officials Mr. Anurag Jain, IAS, Chief Secretary, Mr. Neeraj Mandloi, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Mr. Manu Srivastava, IAS, Additional Secretary for the New & Renewable Energy Sources Department, Mr. Raghwendra Singh, IAS, Principal Secretary, DIPIP and Mr. Chandramauli Shukla, MD, MPIDC also joined the interactions. Another key highlight of the event was the series of B2G and B2B meetings held on the sidelines of the conference, facilitating targeted discussions and potential collaborations.

To further boost bilateral trade and French investments across India, IFCCI has been actively organising Investment Conclaves in states including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Assam. The Madhya Pradesh edition marks another significant step in IFCCI’s ongoing efforts to deepen state-level collaboration, foster innovation-led growth, and create long-term economic value through Indo-French partnerships.

About IFCCI
Established in 1977, the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IFCCI) is part of a global network of 124 French Chambers (CCIFI) across 94 countries, representing over 37,000 companies. One of India’s most active bilateral chambers, IFCCI promotes trade and investment between India and France through a network of 800 member companies and over 6,500 business leaders. Headquartered in Mumbai, IFCCI has offices in New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, and Hyderabad.

Vedam School of Technology has announced the launch of its Gurugram campus in collaboration with Sushant University on Golf Course Road, marking its first major expansion beyond its founding campus in Pune, which was launched in 2025. With this move, Vedam brings its AI-first engineering model to Gurugram—one of India’s biggest technology and startup hubs, and the largest IT hub in North India.
 

Vice Chancellor of Sushant University, Prof. (Dr.) Rakesh Ranjan with Piyush Nangru, Founder of Vedam School of Technology

The Gurugram campus will offer a four-year undergraduate programme in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, where students will study under Vedam’s industry-driven academic model while earning a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree from Sushant University, a UGC-recognised and NAAC-accredited institution.

Speaking on the collaboration, Prof. (Dr.) Rakesh Ranjan, Vice Chancellor of Sushant University, Gurugram, said, “Sushant University continues to invest in building an education ecosystem centred on technology and innovation. Through this partnership with Vedam, we are enabling students to explore, build, and engage with cutting-edge technologies in a structured academic environment.”
 

The partnership brings together Sushant University’s academic foundation and Vedam’s industry-led learning model, with a shared focus on making engineering education more practical, application-driven, and aligned with how technology is evolving in the real world. By combining academic structure with hands-on learning, the collaboration aims to create an environment where students don’t just study concepts, but actively apply them in real-world contexts from an early stage.

“We chose Gurgaon for a reason, it’s where the best tech opportunities already exist. At the Vedam Gurgaon campus, students don’t just prepare for top companies, they grow right next to them,” said Piyush Nangru, Founder, Vedam School of Technology. With Gurugram, we’re placing students right in the middle of an active tech ecosystem, where they don’t just study concepts, but see how those concepts are applied in real companies, on real problems, every single day. Our goal is simple — to build engineers who can contribute from day one, not just graduate with a degree.

Vedam’s expansion into Gurugram is a strategic step aligned with its focus on industry proximity. The city is part of the Delhi-NCR corridor, home to over 10,000 startups, 600+ MNCs, and a significant concentration of Global Capability Centres (GCCs). According to industry reports, India had over 1,580 GCCs as of FY2023, with NCR emerging as a key hub. For students, this means greater exposure to real-world problem environments and closer access to companies shaping modern engineering work.

At the core of Vedam’s offering is an AI-first, build-oriented curriculum designed to move beyond theoretical learning. Students begin hands-on work from the first year, with a strong emphasis on real-world systems, open-source contributions, and problem-solving across domains such as AI/ML, cybersecurity, NLP, blockchain, robotics, and DevOps.

The team behind Vedam comes with a proven placement expertise of 7+ years of experience in higher education, upskilled 20,000+ students & has a 1000+ strong hiring partners network. Last year more than 1000 students were placed across. 

The curriculum is designed and led by Subhesh Kumar (Head of Academics at Vedam), a former Google engineer and a five-star coder from Delhi Technological University. The academic team at Vedam have mentored over 5,000 students and got them selected to top tech companies like Google, Amazon and Atlassian. The learning model includes regular project reviews, one-on-one mentorship, and structured guidance to ensure consistent skill development.

This approach is already translating into early outcomes. In the first year itself, 8+ students have secured paid internships. Some students have also started building real-world credibility at a global level — Mohammad Sharief has earned over Rs. 4.5 lakh through bug bounties on platforms like HackerOne, while Krishiv secured a Rs. 2.7 lakh LFX mentorship with The Linux Foundation. Notably, all of this has been achieved within the first year of the programme.

Students at the Gurugram campus will benefit from Sushant University’s infrastructure, including modern lecture theatres, computer labs, a networked library, high-speed internet, amphitheatre and auditorium spaces, along with sports facilities such as tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, cricket nets, and a football ground. This is complemented by Vedam’s build-focused ecosystem, which includes innovation labs, coding clubs, collaborative workspaces, and dedicated doubt-solving environments designed to support continuous learning and experimentation.

Vedam’s expansion is backed by early outcomes from its Pune campus and students have also engaged directly with industry leaders through mentorship and visiting faculty sessions, working on real-world AI products and systems.

For students exploring a future in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, the Gurugram campus brings together Vedam’s application-driven learning model with the advantages of studying in one of India’s most active technology ecosystems. More information is available on Vedam School of Technology’s official website www.vedam.org.

Admissions for the Vedam Gurugram campus are now open. Entry is through VSAT — a national-level online assessment — followed by a personal interview and counselling. Only the top 5% earn a place.

Vedam isn’t for everyone. It’s for those who are ready to build, push limits, and lead in the age of AI.

As part of the VinFast Global Business Conference held from May 4 to May 10, 2026, VinFast announced the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with 29 aftersales partners at the 2026 Global Business Conference. Organized by VinFast, the event marked the first time more than 200 investors and partners who have accompanied and will accompany VinFast across North America, Europe, the Middle East, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Kazakhstan have gathered together, representing another milestone in the company’s strategy to expand its global service network.

Mr. Tapan Ghosh (third from left), CEO of VinFast India, signs an MOU with after-sales partners in India

Under the MOUs, international partners are expected to establish EV service workshops that meet VinFast’s global standards in their respective markets. VinFast will ensure uniform, high-quality service through globally-standardized technician training and certification programs, consistent operating procedures and quality control systems, as well as a parts supply network targeting delivery of common spare parts within 24 hours in key markets.

The new agreements are part of VinFast’s long-term strategy to develop a comprehensive EV ecosystem aligned with its international standards, covering aftersales services, charging infrastructure, and customer support. This expansion is expected to further accelerate the transition to electric mobility while ensuring VinFast customers receive support throughout the entire product lifecycle.

VinFast’s international strategy is built on the operational foundation and aftersales capabilities it has already proven in Vietnam. By the end of 2025, VinFast had developed nearly 400 service workshops nationwide, bringing its total global network to nearly 800 facilities.

Building on this foundation, VinFast aims to expand to more than 1,100 service workshops globally in 2026, spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The network will be deployed through multiple models, including dealerships serving retail customers, fleet and transportation business clients, and third-party local service workshop partners.

At the same time, VinFast is implementing a range of customer support policies, including repair time commitments in Vietnam, replacement vehicle support in international markets, as well as battery inspection, software updates, and technical support throughout the ownership experience.

As part of the conference, international partners also visited VinFast’s manufacturing complex and the broader Vingroup ecosystem to gain deeper insights into VinFast’s production capabilities, operational scale, and global growth strategy.

Mr. Bui Viet Hung, Deputy CEO of Global Aftersales of VinFast, said, “Our goal is not simply to expand the network, but to build a customer-centric aftersales ecosystem that delivers an outstanding experience on a global scale. Through partnerships with experienced local operators and the application of VinFast’s global standards, we aim to provide aftersales services that are exceptional, responsive, and reliable. We also aspire to bring Vietnam’s five-star service culture and spirit of dedication to the world, creating a unique experience for international customers. That is VinFast’s long-term commitment to the transition to electric mobility.”

In addition to expanding its aftersales operations, VinFast continues to develop an integrated EV ecosystem that includes products, services, and charging infrastructure through partnerships with strategic partners such as V-Green and local charging infrastructure operators. Through this partner network, VinFast aims to develop a system of more than 1.5 million charging ports globally, helping expand access to charging infrastructure and deliver a seamless, convenient EV ownership experience for customers in international markets.

About VinFast
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle manufacturer with the mission of making electric mobility more accessible to everyone. VinFast’s current product portfolio includes a wide range of electric SUVs, electric motorcycles, electric bicycles, and electric buses.

VinFast is entering its next phase of growth by rapidly expanding its global distribution and dealer network while strengthening manufacturing capabilities, with a focus on key markets in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Learn more at: vinfastauto.com