Uthaan Education Centre Supports Girls’ Education and Holistic Development in Rangpuri Slums

Vijay Raman

# Three-year-old initiative provides academic support to girls, facilitates school admissions and promotes extracurricular development The Dr. M. L. Agarwal Educational and Rural Development Trust has been supporting the education and overall development of young girls through its Uthaan Education Centre in Inder Camp, Rangpuri slums. Established around three years ago, the centre provides tuition and educational support to girls between six and 14 years of age. The centre currently supports 20 girls from the local community. To ensure that the programme remains accessible to families in the area, the…

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Raju Finds a New Path: Breaking Free from Substance Dependency

Vijay Raman

Raju’s journey from substance dependency to a more stable and hopeful life reflects the transformative impact of timely support, rehabilitation and sustained recovery efforts. What began as a struggle with substance use gradually affected different aspects of his life, making it increasingly difficult for him to maintain personal stability and move forward.   With access to rehabilitation and structured support, Raju began taking steps towards recovery. The process involved more than simply overcoming substance dependence—it required rebuilding confidence, developing healthier routines and reconnecting with a sense of purpose.   During…

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HPV Vaccination Milestone: India Administers 80 Lakh Doses

Vijay Raman

India has reached a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to prevent cervical cancer, with 80 lakh doses of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine administered across the country. The achievement highlights the growing focus on preventive healthcare and the importance being placed on protecting adolescent girls and women from HPV-related diseases.   The milestone represents an important step in strengthening India’s public-health response to cervical cancer, which remains a major health concern among women. Persistent infection with certain high-risk types of HPV is the primary cause of cervical cancer, making…

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HPV Vaccination Milestone: India Administers 80 Lakh Doses

Vijay Raman

India has reached a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to prevent cervical cancer, with 80 lakh doses of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine administered across the country. The achievement highlights the growing focus on preventive healthcare and the importance being placed on protecting adolescent girls and women from HPV-related diseases.   The milestone represents an important step in strengthening India’s public-health response to cervical cancer, which remains a major health concern among women. Persistent infection with certain high-risk types of HPV is the primary cause of cervical cancer, making…

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Hamdan bin Mohammed visits Aster Pharmacy’s distribution centre in Dubai

Vijay Raman

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, visited Aster Pharmacy’s distribution centre in Dubai Industrial City, one of the largest pharmaceutical warehouses in the region. During the visit, His Highness said the private sector has an important role to play in building and developing an efficient and reliable healthcare system. Sheikh Hamdan noted the importance of cooperation between the private and public sectors in providing…

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Digital Divide Data Opens AI and Robotics Global Capability Centre in Dehradun to Create Up to 1,000 Technology Jobs

Vijay Raman

The wholly owned center focuses on robotics, physical AI and generative AI and extends DDD’s 25-year impact sourcing model into India’s tier-2 talent pool. ●        Wholly owned Global Capability Center in Dehradun dedicated to robotics, Physical AI and generative AI data services, a distinctive combination of capabilities within India’s GCC ecosystem. ●        150 employees onboarded across three batches in roughly six weeks of operation, with headcount expected to reach 800–1,000 in the coming few months. ●        Hiring focused on fresh graduates and local candidates in Uttarakhand, extending a model that…

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CARE Hospitals Urges Men Over 50 to Stay Alert to Prostate Cancer Risk

Vijay Raman

  Silent Threat to Men: India Projected to See Over 47,000 Prostate Cancer Cases   Latest IARC update puts global prostate cancer burden at over 1.5 million cases; ICMR projections indicated more than 47,000 cases in India in 2025; doctors caution men against waiting for urinary symptoms before seeking medical advice   Prostate cancer can develop without noticeable symptoms in its early stages, making awareness of age, family history and individual risk particularly important for men over 50. During Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, doctors at CARE Hospitals are urging men…

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PFRDA Showcases Digital Pension Initiatives at GFF 2026, Reinforcing Vision of a Digitally Empowered Pensioned Society

Vijay Raman

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is participating in GFF 2026 at Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), Mumbai, showcasing its digital initiatives aimed at making pension access simpler, faster, more accessible and customer-centric. As part of its participation, PFRDA has set up a dedicated booth at Jasmine, 3rd Floor, JWCC, where visitors and members of the financial services and fintech ecosystem can learn about PFRDA’s digital initiatives and engage directly with PFRDA officials. The booth is highlighting key initiatives including Tatkal NPS, Star NPS and Pension Sahayak, which…

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Airtel Brings Creativity to Every Ganesh Chaturthi Celebration with Adobe Express Premium

Vijay Raman

Ganesh Chaturthi has evolved into one of India's most social festivals, with people sharing everything from pandal visits and home decorations to aarti moments, family gatherings and festive greetings across social media platforms. Today, celebrations are not just experienced in person but are also captured, created and shared digitally. Driven by its customer-first approach, Airtel continues to go beyond delivering a best-in-class network experience by bringing digital benefits that help customers stay connected, express themselves creatively and share what matters most. This festive season, Airtel customers can add a creative…

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The Great Indian Space Race – Why Bigger Is Suddenly Better

Vijay Raman

– By Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces Indian home buyers are stretching their EMIs, their patience, and often whatever goodwill is left in their joint family WhatsApp groups. Everyone, with very few exceptions, now wants a big flat – even if it means longer, heftier EMI tenures. 3BHKs and above now get up to 50% of all property buyer demand. About a decade ago, it was just 30%. Considering that property prices have also increased massively in the last ten years, that is NOT a small jump. Not…

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