Friday, November 21, 2025

RAMAIAH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL & RAMAIAH MEDICAL COLLEGE HOST GLOBAL WBMT SYMPOSIUM ON CELL THERAPY IN BENGALURU.

Ramaiah Memorial Hospital & Ramaiah Medical College is the epi center of medical innovation today with the inauguration of Worldwide Network for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (WBMT) Symposium on Cell Therapy- Bengaluru 2025.,a landmark global scientific convention focused on the future of cellular therapy(BMT & CART). Leading international experts converged for high impact discussions on CAR-T therapies and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT)  advancements. This Two day  event was organised by the Ramaiah Bone Marrow  Transplant & Cell Therapy Program- established in 2014 & was inaugurated by Mr.K.B. Sivakumar,IAS,Commissioner of Health & Family Welfare Services,Government of Karnataka . Others who participated are Dr.Nagendra Swamy,-Chief Executive- Ramaiah  Memorial Hospital & Health care Services, & Dr.Damiano Rondelli,(Chicago-USA),President WBMT.  The Symposium is attended by eminent Clinicians,Scientists,researchers and Global experts from USA,Europe,UK,Japan,Brazil,Australia & India to advance dialogue,innovation & collaboration in CAR-T Therapies,Hematopoietic cell transportation and cutting edge cellular therapies. 




WBMT President,Professor Damiano Rondelli said," This symposium is extremely important to the mission of WBMT to promote international collaboration education and increase capacity building in transplantation and cell therapy worldwide. Gathering speakers from this region of the world will impact access & quality of care for many patients in Asia".

Delivering the inaugural address, Dr.Nagendra Swamy, highlighted the institution's commitment to elevate access to advanced cell therapy & strengthening India's position in Global Healthcare innovation.Our priority is to bridge the gap by creating platforms where science,technology professional care and patient needs can align.".

Dr.Santosh k Devadas,HOD & Consultant -Medical Oncology & Chief-BMT at Ramaiah Memorial Hospital said," Cell Therapy with genetically engineered blood cells represents the future of cancer therapy and the cure for genetically inherited diseases such as thalassemia.The conversations at this forum will help us refine pathways and expand the window of oppurtunity for patients'.

Friday, November 14, 2025

CAPILLARY TECHNOLOGIES INDIA LIMITED - IPO OPENS TODAY -FRIDAY NOVEMBER,14,2025.PRICE BAND SET AT Rs.549-577 PER EQUITY SHARE.

 Capillary Technologies India Ltd., -IPO opens on Friday,November,14,2025 and closes on November,18,2025 with price band of Rs.549/- to Rs.577/- per Equity share bearing the face value of Rs.2/- per equity share. Minimum Bid Lot is 25 Equity shares and in multiples of 25 equity shares thereafter.The IPO is fresh issue of  equity shares of face value of Rs.2/- per equity share  aggregating to Rs.3450.00 millions and an offer for sale of 92,28,796 equity shares.The net proceeds from the issue to the extent of upto Rs.1430.00 million will be utilized for funding its cloud infrastructure costs,upto Rs.715.81 million for investment in research,designing and development of company's products & Platform upto Rs.103.42 million for investmnt in purchase of computer systems for it business and the balance for funding inorganic growth through unidentified acquisitions and general corporate purposes .


The Company is a Software  Product Company offering artificial intelligence (AI) based cloud -native Software-as-a- Service (SaaS) products and solutions primarily to enterprise customer globally to develop loyalty of its consumer and channel partners. The Company is among one of  the few  players in the loyalty management space that offer end-to-end loyalty solutions.The Company's consolidated revenue from operations for the six months ended september,30,2025 was Rs. 5982.59 million vis-a-vis Rs.2871.77 million for the six months ended september,30,2024. 

JM Financial Ltd., IIFL Capital Services Ltd., and Nomura Financial Advisory & Securities (P) Ltd.,are the book running lead manager and MUFG Intime India (P) Ltd., is the registrar of the offer.
The shares will be listed in NSE & BSE. For more information Please read the RHP.

Thursday, November 13, 2025

SINGAPORE BUSINESS FEDERATION OPENS FOURTH SINGAPORE ENTERPRISE CENTRE IN BENGALURU TO BOOST SINGAPORE-INDIA BUSINESS COLLABORATION.

The new centre is part of the Global Connect @ SBF initiative by Enterprise Singapore & SBF,which supports Companies in International expansion through advisory,netrworking and business matching.This centre is first outside south east Asia to help Singapore enterprises,especially SME's tap into India's fast growing market.India,the world's fourth largest economy with a projected GDP growth of 6.6% in 2025,remains Singapore's largest source of FDI for the seventh consecutive year.With business interest from Singapore companies rising steadily,the SEC@Bengaluru aims to engage over 470 enterprises in the next two years through trade missions,seminars,and market programmes.

The launch was attended by Ms.Gan Siow Huang,Singapore's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs & Trade and Industry; Ms.Shobha Karandlaje,Union Minster for Labour & Employment & MSME; & Mr.Priyank M Kharge,Karnataka's Minister for Electronics,IT &BT & Rural Development.


A Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) was signed between LAC Global Pte Ltd., and JVKM India (Mitraa Wellness)to expand collaboration in health & wellness,combining Singapore's science based formulations with India's natural healing traditions.The new SBF_India Business Committee chaired by Mr.Prasoon Mukherjee,Chairman of Universal Success Enterprises Ltd.,will serve as a strategic bridge between the Business Communities of both countries.

"The Opening of SEC@Bengaluru marks a signifiant milestone as we help Singapore enterprises explore India's vibrant market," says Mr.Kok Ping Soon,CEO,SBF. This opens a new Chapter of growth between India & Singapore says Ms.Gan Siow Huang.

About Singapore business Federation (SBF): SBF is Singapore's apex business chamber with over 32,000 members across diverse industries.

Friday, November 7, 2025

THE ALL INDIA AGARBATHI MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (AIAMA) - AIAMA EXPO 2025 INAUGURATED.

India's largest Intrnational conference & exhibition for the agarbathi industry was inaugurated   by  Smt. Shobha Karandlaje, Union Minister of State for Micro,Small and Medium Enterprises at Tripura Vasini,Palace Grounds Bengaluru, yesterday. The three day event starting from yesterday was themed "Traditionally Modern". The minister aloso unveiled the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Certification to establish a new quality benchmark to elevate India's incense manufacturing to Global standards.Speaking at the inauguration,Smt.Shobha Karandlaje,said," The Indian agarbathi industry is the essence of our culture.We aim to create awareness about the agarbathi industry,which has been falsely portrayed harmful,while also calling for research  backed scientific evidence. She also urged the need for using natural flowers for fragrance as our country is the largest producer of flowers.".



The expor brings together industry experts,innovators and thought leaders for curated sessions on fragrance,sustainability & entrepreneurship .The inaugural day featured renowned mythologist Mr.Devdutt Pattanaik,who shared the insights on the symbolism of fragrance in Indian tradition and spirituality.Mr.Ambica Ramanjaneyalu,President,AIAMA,& Managing Director,Ambica group of Companies said," AIAMA Expo 2025,marks a defining moment in our industry's journey.It brings together manufacturers,suppliers and innovators under one roof to celebrate 75 years of legacy while embracing a future driven by quality,sustainability & growth".

Mr.Arjun Ranga,Chairman,AIAMA Expo Committee 2025, & Managing Director,Cycle Pure Agarbathi said," The expo showcased how the agarbathi industry is evolving by combining traditional artistry with modern business practices." spread across 1,20,000 Sq.Ft  will have curated seminars that will cover various aspects of  agarbathi industry including job creation,sourcing of raw materials, research on new fragrances packaging,women empowerment ,export oppurtunities and new age marketing.

Saturday, November 1, 2025

APOLLO CANCER CENTRES TURNS CHOCOLATES INTO HEALTH REMINDERS WITH "CHECK-OLATE"- A SWEET PAUSE THAT COULD SAVE LIFE.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month -Apollo Cancer Centres has launched an unique initiative that blends indulgence with awareness through ' Check-olate' a sweet treat that carries an even sweeter reminder : Take moment for yourself.According to GLOBOCAN,breast cancer remains a leading cause of cancer incidence & mortality among Indian Women,accounting for 13.5% of all new cancer cases and 10.6% of total cancer deaths.Apollo Cancer Centres aims to normalise self-care through Check-Olate & empower women to make breast self-examination a monthly ritual,helping them to take charge of their health early.

Mr. Dinesh Madhavan,President-Group Oncology & International,Apollo Hospital Enterprise Ltd.,said,"When women are healthy,nations prosper.Every woman's well being is a force multiplier that strengthens families,communities and the economy.At Apollo,we see women's health as a National priority& a shared responssibility.The Check-Olate initiative is another purposeful step reminding women that self care is not a privilege; it is power,and it fuels a healthier,stronger,and more prosperous India".


Dr.Jayanthi Thumsi,Lead & Robotic Surgeon,Breast Oncology,Apollo Cancer Centres,Bangalore said," When it comes to breast cancer,early detection isn't just important,it is life saving.Dark Chocolate ,known for its antioxidant and mood enhancing benefits,becomes a comforting messenger of care,reminding every woman that a simple self examination,just a few minutes a month,can make all the difference."
According to NCBI,dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and flavonoids that help reduce inflammation,support heart health,and uplift mood. 

Ms.Pooja Gandhi, actress, also participated in the event.