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  • Cancer Survivors Honoured at HCG Cancer Centre Colaba’s Cancer Winners Meet 2026

    The ‘United by Unique’ gathering in Mumbai brings together survivors, caregivers, and clinicians to recognise resilience and patient centric cancer care

    HCG ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre, Colaba, hosted the Cancer Winners Meet 2026, themed ‘United by Unique’, bringing together 30 cancer survivors and caregivers for an event focused on recognition, reflection, and community support. The gathering was organised to honour individuals who have completed or are progressing positively through their cancer treatment journey, while reinforcing the importance of holistic, patient centric cancer care.
    The event was hosted by Prashant Pawar, Senior Consultant, Head and Neck Oncology, and was attended by senior clinicians including Sachin Trivedi, Director, Medical Oncology, and Vijyashree Murthy, Senior Consultant, Surgical Breast Oncology. The meet provided a platform to acknowledge courage, resilience, and the spirit of survivorship, while fostering emotional connection among patients and their families.

    Among the survivors was Vishnu Meher, a 69 year old retired professional from the shipping machinery and diesel engine industry and a rare male breast cancer survivor. His case highlighted the importance of early detection in men, particularly those with occupational exposure risks and a family history of malignancy. Following timely diagnosis and a multidisciplinary treatment approach, he underwent successful surgery and remains under regular follow up with stable clinical outcomes.
    Speaking on behalf of the patients who participated in the Cancer Winners Meet 2026, Vishnu Meher said, “A cancer diagnosis changes your life overnight, but what carries you through is the belief that you are not alone. The doctors and care teams here treated us with empathy as every survivor’s journey is different, yet we should stay strong and hopeful. Today is not just a celebration of recovery, but of courage, patience, and the people who never gave up on us.”

    Sharing his perspective on the initiative, Avik Chauhan, Cluster Chief Operating Officer, HCG Cancer Centre, Mumbai, said, “At HCG, we believe healing goes beyond treatment protocols. The Cancer Winners Meet reflects our commitment to holistic cancer care, where empathy, human connection, and encouragement play a vital role alongside clinical excellence.”
    Cancer survivors at the meet shared personal accounts of their diagnosis, treatment, and recovery journeys. A recurring theme across these testimonies was the compassion and support extended by doctors, nurses, and hospital staff, which participants said played a crucial role in sustaining them through treatment. The atmosphere throughout the event reflected optimism and mutual encouragement.

    As part of the programme, patients were felicitated with bouquets and gift bags in recognition of their resilience and determination. Doctors from HCG Cancer Centre Mumbai also spoke about the importance of mental well being, continuous follow up care, and strong community support in helping patients navigate life during and after cancer. The Cancer Winners Meet 2026 reaffirmed the centre’s focus on building a support ecosystem that recognises survivorship and instils confidence and hope among patients and their families.
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  • BSE Issues Fresh Warning on Fraudulent Deepfake Video Targeting Its MD and CEO

    The exchange says a resurfaced video falsely using Sundararaman Ramamurthy’s identity promotes fake stock tips and guaranteed returns

    BSE Limited has issued a caution to investors after a previously circulated fraudulent deepfake video resurfaced across social media and messaging platforms. The video falsely features Sundararaman Ramamurthy, Managing Director and CEO of BSE, and claims to offer stock market tips and investment advice.
    According to BSE, the video includes fabricated and misleading assertions, such as promises of guaranteed or unusually high returns, recommendations to invest in select stocks for multi fold gains within a short time frame, and invitations to join private WhatsApp or Telegram groups for so called exclusive investment tips.

    BSE clarified that the content is entirely fake, unauthorised, and created using deepfake technology. The exchange stated that neither Sundararaman Ramamurthy nor any official of BSE, in any capacity, provides stock tips, investment recommendations, or operates messaging groups or channels for investors.
    The exchange further cautioned that such deepfake videos and fraudulent content may continue to resurface in different formats from time to time. Investors have been advised not to believe, forward, or engage with such material and to rely solely on communications issued through BSE’s official platforms and SEBI registered intermediaries for verified and authentic information.

    BSE also stated that it is taking necessary steps to have the misleading content removed and to initiate appropriate action against those responsible for creating and circulating the fraudulent material.

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  • Beyond Key Earns Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner Recognition

    Piyush Goel, Founder & CEO of Beyond Key, says the recognition validates the company’s long standing expertise in delivering AI ready analytics solutions on Microsoft Fabric

    Beyond Key, a global technology solutions company, has been recognised as a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner, marking a significant endorsement of its capabilities in delivering end to end, AI ready analytics solutions using Microsoft Fabric. The recognition reflects Beyond Key’s long standing role as a Microsoft Solutions Partner with established expertise across modern data and analytics environments.
    Microsoft Fabric is designed as a unified data platform that enables organisations to manage data movement, ingestion, processing, transformation, real time event handling, and reporting through a single integrated experience supported by OneLake. Beyond Key delivers solutions built on Microsoft Fabric to help organisations connect previously disconnected data sources and improve insight delivery timelines using built in artificial intelligence tools, including Copilot.

    Clients leveraging Microsoft Fabric through Beyond Key gain improved efficiencies across cloud computing, data analysis, and generative artificial intelligence use cases. These capabilities are being applied across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, insurance, and non profit organisations.
    “It’s an honor to have been named a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner,” said Piyush Goel, Founder & CEO of Beyond Key. “To have this level of validation for the strength of our analytical capabilities and the value we bring to our customers is fantastic. In terms of being a Featured Partner in Microsoft Fabric, this resolve of theirs to try to unify all their different services together does resonate along our lines of making things simpler and allowing people to work better together.”

    In addition to its team of certified professionals, Beyond Key actively delivers Microsoft Fabric solutions through specialists in data ingestion and unification, governance, scaling and warehousing, real time analytics, and business intelligence. This delivery capability allows organisations to reduce data complexity, minimise tool sprawl, and pursue innovation without unnecessary operational overhead.
    With a workforce of more than 325 domain experts across Microsoft 365, including SharePoint and Power Platform, Dynamics 365, modern data warehousing, business intelligence, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence, Beyond Key continues to work closely with clients through iterative engagement models focused on measurable, real world outcomes.

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  • Jyotsna Suri to lead WTTC India Initiative as new office bearers take charge

    The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group Chairperson and Managing Director is appointed Chair as Vikram Madhok of Abercrombie and Kent India and Ragini Chopra of InterGlobe Enterprises assume Vice Chair roles, with Deep Kalra of MakeMyTrip completing his term

    New Delhi, India, 6 February 2026: The World Travel and Tourism Council, India Initiative announced the appointment of its Office Bearers for the 2026 to 2028 term following confirmation by members at its Annual General Meeting held in New Delhi.
    Dr Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson and Managing Director of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, has been appointed Chair of WTTC India Initiative for the 2026 to 2028 term. Vikram Madhok, Managing Director of Abercrombie and Kent India, has been appointed Vice Chair, while Ragini Chopra, Executive Vice President Corporate Affairs at InterGlobe Enterprises, has taken on the role of Vice Chair Advocacy.

    Deep Kalra, Founder and Chairman of MakeMyTrip India Pvt Ltd, completed his tenure as Chair of WTTC India Initiative. The Council placed on record its appreciation for his leadership and for steering the organisation through an intensive agenda focused on reforms, investment facilitation, competitiveness, and sustainability for India’s travel and tourism sector.
    Speaking on the transition, Deep Kalra said that WTTC India Initiative remains committed to working alongside governments at the Centre and in States to support India’s long term tourism growth and to help the sector scale responsibly as a global destination. He added that the Council will continue engaging with decision makers to translate reform intent into measurable outcomes and welcomed Airbnb and Hilton as new members, noting that their inclusion strengthens the platform across the travel ecosystem.

    Dr Jyotsna Suri said that while the Union Budget 2026 has set a clear direction, delivery now depends on execution at the State level where investment and visitor experience are shaped. She said WTTC India Initiative will work closely with States and Union Territories to improve project timelines, destination management, and quality standards, citing ongoing engagement through the Goa Tourism Board and a recent memorandum of understanding with the Government of Tamil Nadu as examples of focused on ground implementation.
    Vikram Madhok said that growing inbound tourism requires strengthening the entire visitor journey, including seamless access, stronger connectivity, sharper international marketing, and better managed destinations. He noted that the new visa application platform expected to be commissioned by the Government of India later this year is a key step towards aligning India’s brand promise with the actual visitor experience.

    Ragini Chopra said India needs a focused international marketing campaign targeting priority markets, supported by consistent delivery in States where policy meets execution. She added that WTTC India Initiative’s advocacy will be evidence led and solutions focused, drawing on the Council’s diverse membership across airlines, hospitality, travel services, online travel platforms, public sector undertakings, and consulting expertise to help governments implement practical reforms and deliver measurable performance improvements.
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  • Sanawar Alumni Host a National Forum on Leadership and Institution Building

    The Sanawar Success Summit 2026 in New Delhi brings policymakers, business leaders, diplomats, defence veterans, and educators onto one platform

    The Sanawar Success Summit 2026 convened a wide cross section of India’s leadership at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, for a day of discussions focused on leadership, education, governance, and institution building. The summit was organised by The Old Sanawarian Society, the alumni association of The Lawrence School, Sanawar, and was sponsored by DKG Landcorp, Mohali, under the leadership of its Directors Mohit Gupta and Lakshay Gupta.
    The proceedings opened with a traditional Chhota Hazari, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by members of the Board of Governors of the Sanawar Society. The formal programme began with a welcome address by Pankaj Sapru, Immediate Past President of The Old Sanawarian Society. This was followed by the keynote address delivered by Vipin Sondhi, Former Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland and former Chairman of JCB India and TAFE.

    The Chief Guest, Sanjay Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, and Chairman of the Board of Governors, addressed the gathering and spoke about the role of institutions in shaping leadership, continuity, and public service across generations.
    The summit was anchored by Gaurav Bhagat, Founder and Managing Director of Consortium Gifts, who also participated as a distinguished alumnus of Sanawar. His role as emcee helped set the tone for a day of structured dialogue and reflection across sectors.

    The opening panel featured speakers from diverse professional backgrounds, including Vandana Mohan, Founder and Director of The Wedding Design Company; Armeet Sandhu, Managing Partner at MSB Docs and former CEO of Stoneware Systems Inc.; Ajeet Bajaj, Padma Shri awardee, mountaineer, and Managing Director of Snow Leopard Adventures; agripreneur Jang Bahadur Singh Sangha, known for leading one of India’s largest potato and maize farming enterprises; and Dushyant Chautala, Deputy Chief Minister of Haryana from 2019 to 2024.

    Subsequent sessions through the day featured speakers from defence, diplomacy, policy, business, academia, healthcare, technology, sustainability, and the arts. These included Lt Gen Ajai Singh, Former Commander in Chief of the Andaman and Nicobar Command; Yashish Dahiya, Founder and Group CEO of Policybazaar; National Film Award winning costume designer Niharika Bhasin; Dr Tarun Batra, Cancer Surgeon and Associate Professor at Banaras Hindu University; Rajeev Ahal, Director of Natural Resource Management and Agroecology at GIZ India; diplomat Taranjit Sandhu, Former Ambassador of India to the United States and High Commissioner to Sri Lanka; Shaila Brijnath, Founder and Chairperson of Aasraa Trust; Arun Maira, Former Member of the Planning Commission of India; Akshay Dalal, Head of Regional Risk, Compliance and Ethics at Google for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa; Gaurav Raina, Professor at IIT Madras and Research Fellow at Cambridge University; Ruby Garg, Director at Indus Group; Surbhi Garg, Joint Commissioner of Income Tax; Vivek Mehra, Senior Partner at PwC (Retired) and Director on multiple corporate boards; and Dr Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson and Managing Director of The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group.

    The summit concluded with a closing address by Brigadier Adarsh Butail, President of The Old Sanawarian Society, bringing the day to a close and reaffirming Sanawar’s long standing commitment to leadership and institution building.
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  • DPU School of Allied Health Sciences partners AREF to strengthen community-linked healthcare skills

    Dr Abhay Saraf, Director, DPU School of Allied Health Sciences, and Dr Biranchi Jena, Director, Adiuvaret Research & Education Foundation, detail plans to integrate allied health training with community outreach, skill development and public health research

    India, 5 February 2026: DPU School of Allied Health Sciences at D.Y. Patil University and Adiuvaret Research & Education Foundation have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening healthcare skill development, interdisciplinary public health research and community health outreach.
    The partnership brings together DPU’s academic capacity in allied health sciences with AREF’s experience in healthcare management learning, curriculum development and education support systems. The two organisations said the collaboration will focus on structured skill development in public health and biomedical research, interdisciplinary learning modules linked to community health, and applied models designed to meet the needs of students, educators and communities.

    Dr Abhay Saraf, Director, DPU School of Allied Health Sciences, said the partnership is intended to connect classroom learning more closely with real-world healthcare requirements. He said the collaboration will work on skill-building systems, research activity with practical relevance and community outreach programmes that allow students to engage beyond campus settings.
    Dr Biranchi Jena, Director, Adiuvaret Research & Education Foundation, said working with DPU creates an opportunity to combine applied health education experience with academic training. He said the partnership will focus on co-creating programmes, resources and learning pathways that improve student readiness and support long-term community outcomes.

    The collaboration will also explore joint programmes, research initiatives, field training, community engagement activities and development of educational tools and materials. The two institutions said the partnership is expected to serve as a model for future academic and sector collaborations in healthcare education in India.

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  • What Britime London Signals About the Direction of Premium Watch Retail at Ramesh Watch Company

    Rohit Chugani, Managing Director of Ramesh Watch Company, and Hiren Morbia, Founder of Sanskruti Time Group, said the addition of Britime London reflects a growing emphasis on mechanical automatic watches within the premium retail segment.

    Hyderabad, February 7, 2026: The inclusion of Britime London in the retail portfolio of Ramesh Watch Company points to a broader shift underway in Hyderabad’s premium watch market, where demand is steadily moving toward mechanical automatic timepieces over fashion led quartz offerings.
    Ramesh Watch Company, a legacy watch retailer with operations dating back to 1948, has been selectively expanding its premium assortment in response to evolving consumer preferences. According to Managing Director Rohit Chugani, customers are increasingly seeking watches that combine long term value, mechanical integrity, and contemporary design, prompting the retailer to deepen its focus on automatic movements and internationally benchmarked brands.

    Britime London, a British automatic watch brand developed under Sanskruti Time Group, aligns with this direction through its emphasis on in house automatic movements, surgical grade stainless steel cases, and sapphire crystal protection. The brand’s design language draws from contemporary British aesthetics while prioritising durability and precision, attributes that resonate with experienced watch buyers.
    Hiren Morbia, Founder of Sanskruti Time Group, said the decision to work with Ramesh Watch Company reflects a shared approach to brand curation and customer education. He noted that mechanical watches are increasingly being viewed as enduring purchases rather than seasonal accessories, particularly among urban consumers with an appreciation for craftsmanship and authenticity.

    The collaboration also highlights how established regional retailers are playing a central role in shaping local luxury consumption. With over ten stores across Hyderabad, Ramesh Watch Company offers both product consultation and after sales support, factors that continue to influence purchase decisions in the premium segment.
    The Britime London collection is currently available at the Jubilee Hills store as well as other Ramesh Watch Company locations across the city, marking a calibrated expansion approach that prioritises brand positioning and customer experience over rapid scale.

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  • ₹600 crore vehicle from IIT Madras targets the long road from lab to market

    Dr V Kamakoti, Director of Indian Institute of Technology Madras, and Bhaskar Majumdar, Managing Partner at Unicorn India Ventures, say the fund will support IP-led deep tech startups through long development cycles

    Chennai, 6 February 2026: IIT Madras Research Park and Unicorn India Ventures have come together to create a ₹600 crore deep tech investment vehicle, with an additional ₹400 crore greenshoe option, aimed at supporting engineering-heavy startups that require extended timelines to move from research to commercial deployment.
    The fund, titled IITM Unicorn Frontier Fund I, has been structured as a 10 plus 2 year vehicle and is designed to provide long-horizon capital for startups operating in areas such as robotics, space technology, defence technology, semiconductors, MedTech, and other IP-led sectors aligned with national strategic priorities.

    The investment strategy will focus on building a portfolio of more than 25 companies. Average first cheque sizes are expected to be in the ₹8–10 crore range. A large portion of the fund will be deployed at early stages, targeting companies that have reached Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 3 to 4, with follow-on capital reserved for companies progressing through later stages of validation and scale-up.
    A significant share of the investments will be drawn from the IIT Madras ecosystem, while the balance will be allocated across the wider Indian deep tech landscape. Around 60 percent of the corpus will be deployed toward initial investments, with the remaining 40 percent reserved for follow-on rounds to ensure portfolio companies are not constrained by capital during early commercialisation phases.

    V Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, said science and technology will play a central role in India’s long-term growth trajectory and its ambition of achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047. He said reducing dependence on imported technologies and strengthening domestic capabilities in areas such as semiconductors, defence technology, quantum systems, and advanced engineering remains a national priority, and the fund represents a logical extension of IIT Madras’ long-standing work in this direction.
    Natarajan Malupillai, Group CEO of IIT Madras Research Park, said India’s deep tech ecosystem is entering a phase where sustained R&D investment, supportive policy frameworks, and entrepreneurial ambition are converging. He said the partnership is intended to help mission-driven startups scale responsibly while strengthening India’s innovation and entrepreneurship culture.

    Bhaskar Majumdar, Managing Partner at Unicorn India Ventures, said the firm’s experience in backing early-stage deep tech companies positions it to manage the fund through long development cycles. He said the availability of patient capital, coupled with access to industry networks and follow-on funding, will be critical in helping founders navigate the transition from validated technology to market adoption.
    Unicorn India Ventures will act as the fund manager and will also mobilise co-investment capital through its network of institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Fundraising efforts will include participation from IIT Madras alumni as well as Unicorn India Ventures’ global limited partner base.
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  • Organic Pantry and Tea Gift Boxes Are Being Positioned for Valentine’s Day by Organic India

    An Organic India spokesperson said the Valentine’s Day gift boxes bring together organic pantry staples and Tulsi based tea assortments intended for shared everyday use

    Mumbai, February 6, 2026: Organic India has introduced a set of pantry and tea based gift boxes that are being positioned for Valentine’s Day, focusing on everyday consumption rather than occasion led novelty. The range brings together certified organic food staples and Tulsi based tea assortments, reflecting a broader shift toward practical gifting choices.
    Operating under Tata Consumer Products Limited, Organic India has structured the gift boxes around products that form part of daily routines. The offerings include pantry essentials such as honey, ghee, grains, seeds, jaggery, nuts, and raisins, along with Tulsi based teas intended for regular consumption. The company is positioning these combinations as gifts that align with shared habits and household use.

    According to an Organic India spokesperson, the intent behind the Valentine’s Day selection is to offer products that extend beyond the day itself. The spokesperson said the brand is focusing on items that couples can incorporate into their daily meals and tea rituals, rather than limited use gifting formats.
    The Savoury Sweetheart Gift Box includes a mix of organic staples along with Tulsi detox kahwa, designed for home cooking and tea preparation. Another option, the Wooden Tea Gift Box, contains multiple Tulsi tea variants packaged in a reusable wooden case. The Exotic Brew Gift Box features loose leaf Tulsi blends paired with a stainless steel infuser, aimed at consumers who prefer brewed tea formats.

    The gifting range reflects how food and beverage brands are adapting seasonal occasions to promote products that fit into regular household consumption, while maintaining relevance during gifting periods.

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