The collaboration will bring together robotic-assisted intraoperative imaging, advanced surgical navigation, and Mixed Reality visualization technologies into a unified ecosystem designed to enhance clinical precision, improve surgical workflows, and support advanced surgeon education in functional neurosurgery.

The initiative comes at a time when neurological conditions have become the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, more than 3 billion people globally, over 40% of the world’s population are living with neurological disorders. Parkinson’s disease is among the fastest-growing neurological conditions, while epilepsy continues to affect around 50 million people worldwide, with India accounting for a significant share of the global burden. As demand for advanced interventions such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and epilepsy surgery continues to grow, the need for highly precise treatment approaches and greater access to specialist expertise has become increasingly urgent. Through this collaboration, Brainlab and KIMS Hospitals, Bengaluru, aim to create a regional centre of excellence that will advance clinical capabilities, strengthen knowledge exchange, and support the adoption of precision-guided functional neurosurgery across South Asia.

Mr. Vinicius Dessoy Maciel, President, Brainlab, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, said, “The establishment of South Asia’s first Brainlab Functional Neurosurgery Reference Centre & Training Hub marks an important milestone in expanding access to advanced neurosurgical technologies and education. By bringing together innovative imaging, digital surgical workflows, and structured clinical training within a single reference centre, this collaboration will help accelerate the adoption of precision-guided functional neurosurgery and support the development of future-ready surgical expertise across the region.”

Brainlab has more than 35 years of experience advancing precision medicine through software-driven technologies used in neurosurgery, digital surgery, medical imaging, and radiation oncology. The company’s solutions are deployed in thousands of healthcare institutions across more than 120 countries, helping clinicians improve surgical accuracy, workflow efficiency, and patient outcomes.

Speaking on the collaboration, Dr. R. Chinnadurai, Regional Medical Director and Chief of Adult Medical Intensive Care & Emergency Services at KIMS Hospitals, Bengaluru, said, “Through our S.H.I.F.T. (Smart Healthcare Innovation for Functional Treatment) initiative, KIMS Hospitals is creating a new blueprint for functional neurosurgery in South Asia. we are creating a new model for functional neurosurgery that brings together Robotic-assisted intraoperative imaging with Loop-X®, advanced surgical navigation through Curve®, and Mixed Reality visualization technologies and clinical expertise within a single integrated ecosystem.  This initiative is a core part of our ongoing commitment to elevating specialized healthcare infrastructure. This is not simply an upgrade in technology, but a redefinition of how care is delivered. Functional neurosurgery demands extraordinary precision and consistency, and that cannot be achieved through isolated tools or fragmented systems. This center will enable surgeons to train and operate within a connected, technology-enabled environment, ultimately helping deliver safer, more predictable outcomes for patients across South Asia.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank our incredible team of doctors: Dr. Ravi Mohan Rao B, Dr. Raghuram Gopalakrishnan, Dr. Guruprasad Hosurkar, and Dr. Dinesh Nayak S. Without their support, we wouldn’t have been able to achieve this milestone or get to where we are today, added Dr. Chinnadurai.

Through this collaboration, Brainlab and KIMS Hospitals, Bengaluru aim to create a leading Center of Excellence for functional neurosurgery in South Asia, bringing together cutting-edge technology, world-class clinical expertise, and structured training programs to elevate standards of care, foster innovation, and meet the growing demand for advanced neurological treatments.

Rugby is no longer a sport the world plays while India watches. According to the largest market research study ever conducted by World Rugby, the sport has nearly 800 million followers globally, with India counted among the top emerging markets – recording 25.7 million fans and a fanbase growth of over 50 per cent since rugby’s inclusion at the Olympic Games. The launch of India’s HSBC Rugby Premier League Powered by Avid in 2025 – a franchise-based sevens league designed for modern broadcast audiences – laid the foundation for what 2026 is now expanding upon, with the introduction of a women’s competition running alongside the men’s competition for the first time. India is not catching up to rugby. Rugby is arriving in India – and Bengaluru has a front-row seat.

The Bravehearts’ Season 2 squad is the clearest proof of that arrival. Headlining is Akuila Rokolisoa, a 2018 Rugby World Cup Sevens winner and 2022 Commonwealth Games bronze medallist, who topped the 2022–23 World Rugby Sevens Series scoring charts with 415 points and has since entered the elite 100-try club. Alongside him: Shilton Van Wyk, Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist and Springbok Sevens Player of the Year; Henry Hutchison, three-time Olympian (Rio, Tokyo, Paris) and Australia’s most-capped men’s sevens player ever; Ngarohi McGarvey-Black, Paris 2024 silver medallist with over 150 international appearances; Ryan Apps, one of the most explosive wingers on the HSBC SVNS circuit; and Motu Opetai, the Samoan who scored the very first try of men’s rugby sevens at the Paris Games. Between them, this group has stood on Olympic podiums representing four different nations.

The Indian core of the squad carries its own weight. All Indian players in the Bravehearts squad have represented India at international level – whether in sevens or fifteens. Rajdeep Saha from West Bengal returns alongside Akash Balmiki, one of the handful of Indians to have played professional club rugby abroad. Their stories are not footnotes. They are the point.
The Bravehearts’ coaching staff brings genuine international credentials. Francisco (Paco) Hernandez (Spain), Head Coach, built Spain’s national sevens programme into a recognised force on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, known for his high-tempo, tactically precise coaching style. Terence Joseph serves as Assistant Coach, bringing deep technical expertise in sevens structures and player development. Completing the setup is Manuel Silero (Spain) as Strength and Conditioning Coach. Together, the three bring the tactical intelligence and physical preparation to match the squad they’ve assembled.
“Bengaluru doesn’t ask where you’re from,” said Sanjith Shetty, franchise co-owner and primary spokesperson. “It asks how you show up. This squad shows up.

Rugby sevens is the fastest-growing format in global sport – high-action, short, built for social media, and increasingly the gateway through which new fans discover the sport in markets like India, China and the USA. The Bravehearts are Bengaluru’s team in that story. Fourteen players. Five continents. One city.
Bengaluru, show up.

Former Bihar Minister and party founder Mukesh Sahani officially launched the state unit of the party at a press conference and convention held at a private hotel in Bengaluru. The party expressed confidence in emerging as a new political force in the state by contesting in the upcoming Gram, Taluk, and Zilla Panchayat elections.

Struggle for Laborers’ Rights.
Addressing the event, party founder Mukesh Sahani recalled his impoverished background and his journey of political struggle. He stated that having been born into a fisherman’s family and having grown up working in Mumbai for a daily wage of just thirty rupees, he entered politics for the rights and power of the exploited society. He clarified that his fight will not stop until the fishermen and backward communities—known by hundreds of names across the country including Nishad, Koli, and Mallah—get appropriate reservation and representation.

Thundering that he has never compromised for the sake of power, he defended his decision not to compromise with the BJP even if it meant losing his ministerial position. He poignantly remarked that even if they live in a hut, they will remain kings (Badshahs), but they will never be slaves in anyone’s palace for the sake of power.
Partnership Proportionate to Population

Sahani clarified that the VIP party, which is part of the ‘I.N.D.I.A’ alliance at the national level, supports Rahul Gandhi’s ideology that reservation and power should be shared according to the population (“Jiski Jitni Sankhya Bhari, Uski Utni Hissedari”). He announced that after the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections, an extensive ‘Sankalpa Yatra’ will be undertaken across Karnataka to unite the exploited communities in every corner of the state. He expressed the inclination to build a strong organization encompassing people of all castes and religions under the leadership of the party’s state Vice-President, B.K. Mohan Kumar.

Five Assurances for the Upliftment of Backward Classes.
Speaking at the convention, the party’s State Vice-President B.K. Mohan Kumar said that the VIP party is a ray of hope for the backward communities who are being used merely as a vote bank. On this occasion, he announced the five major assurances of the party. Their main goal is to formulate housing and employment schemes for poverty eradication among the most backward and nomadic castes, provide compulsory education and health guarantee schemes, and ensure mandatory political representation for underprivileged communities from local bodies to the Parliament. In addition to this, he announced the significant resolve to improve the standard of living of the exploited by developing their residential areas, and to establish and develop Mutts and Peethas at the taluk and district levels for the cultural and spiritual upliftment of the communities.

Support of Saints and Seers.

This grand inaugura convention witnessed unprecedented support from various pontiffs, saints, and seers of the state. More than one hundred and fifty Gurujis, many dignitaries including retired Delhi Commissioner B.K. Singh, and national leaders who arrived from Bihar were present. An appeal was made to the pontiffs on this occasion to support the VIP party, which is the voice of the exploited, and to guide the society forward.

ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ವಿಧಾನ ಪರಿಷತ್‌ನ ಪ್ರತಿಪಕ್ಷದ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಸಚೇತಕರು ಹಾಗೂ ಎಂಎಲ್‌ಸಿ ಎನ್. ರವಿ ಕುಮಾರ್, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಬಿಜೆಪಿ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ವಿನಯ್ ಬಿದ್ರೆ, ಕೆ. ದೇವದಾಸ್, ಚಂದ್ರಶೇಖರ್ ರಾಜು, ಕಾರ್ತಿಕ್ ದರ್ಶನ, ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್, ಅವಿನಾಶ್, ಮೋಹನ್, ರಾಜೇಂದ್ರ ರೆಡ್ಡಿ, ಶ್ರೀನಿವಾಸ್ ಗೌಡ, ಪ್ರತಿಭಾ, ವಾಣಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಇತರರು ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

Recognised as one of South India’s most dynamic hospitality business exhibitions, WOHXpo Bengaluru 2026 promises an exciting showcase of innovation, networking, learning, and industry collaboration under one roof.

This year’s edition will feature a wide range of exhibitors from segments including hospitality technology, kitchen equipment, bakery and confectionery, food and beverage, interiors, housekeeping solutions, tableware, refrigeration, wellness, furniture, and hotel supplies.

Adding to the excitement are several curated knowledge forums and live industry engagements designed to foster conversations around the future of hospitality.

Key Highlights of WOHXpo Bengaluru 2026:

• GM’s Conclave – Bringing together top hotel General Managers and hospitality leaders to discuss leadership, people development, sustainability, technology adoption, and future-ready hotel operations.
• Hospitech Conclave – Focused discussions on smart hospitality, digital transformation, AI integration, guest experience technology, and operational innovation.
  • Hospitality Consultants Forum (HCF) – Featuring renowned consultants and designers shaping the future of hospitality infrastructure, hotel kitchens, and commercial spaces.
• Clean Warrior Honours – A special platform recognising outstanding housekeeping professionals and celebrating the unsung heroes of hospitality operations.
• Power of Purchase – Dedicated networking and engagement opportunities for purchase managers and procurement professionals from leading hotels and hospitality brands.
• Hospitality Trailblazers – Honouring innovative restaurants, cafés, bars, and hospitality concepts redefining guest experiences in India.
• Incredible Chef Challenge – One of the most anticipated attractions of the expo, featuring professional chefs and hospitality students competing across exciting culinary categories, including live cooking, plated appetisers, artistic bakery showpieces, local cuisine challenges, and more.
• Incredible Housekeeping Team Challenge – Showcasing creativity, precision, and operational excellence through competitions such as towel art and bed-making challenges.

The expo will also host live product demonstrations, networking sessions, buyer-seller interactions, brand launches, and panel discussions featuring some of the biggest names in the hospitality ecosystem.

Speaking about the upcoming edition, the organisers shared that WOHXpo Bengaluru aims to create a collaborative platform where industry stakeholders can exchange ideas, discover innovations, build partnerships, and drive the next phase of hospitality growth in India.

With thousands of hospitality professionals expected to attend, WOHXpo Bengaluru 2026 is poised to become a landmark gathering for the HoReCa sector.
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The event was flagged off by Shri Madhu Bangarappa, Ex-Hon’ble Minister for Education, Government of Karnataka, and witnessed the participation of nearly 800 people from all walks of life, including healthcare professionals, students, police personnel, social organizations, hospital staff, and members of the general public. The walkathon was conducted around the St. Martha’s Hospital campus with the objective of creating awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and encouraging individuals to embrace a tobacco-free lifestyle.

The programme was graced by several distinguished dignitaries of St. Martha’s Hospital, including:
• Rev. Fr. Thomas Pariyarath, Director
• Dr. Christi Dominic Savio, Medical Superintendent
• Dr. Arun Kumar, Additional Medical Superintendent
• Sr. Deepa, Sister Superior & Secretary
• Sr. Puspha, Nursing Superintendent
• Sr. Ancy, Principal, St. Martha’s College of Nursing
• Dr. Sivasankari R., Consultant Pulmonologist, Organising Secretary & executive committee member of KPA
• And team of our doctors –

• Dr.Sunil Gowda,Urologist
• Dr.Praveen – General Medicine
• Dr.Sunkappa – Spine Surgeon
• Dr.Sahana – General Surgery
• Dr.Nikhil – General Surgery
• Dr.Shilpashree – OBG
• Dr.Ameera – Pulmonary Medicine
• Mr.Ashwin – RT

Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries highlighted the alarming rise in tobacco consumption and nicotine addiction, particularly among young people. They emphasized that tobacco continues to be one of the greatest public health threats of modern times, contributing to cancers, heart disease, chronic respiratory illnesses, stroke, and numerous other life-threatening conditions.

The guest speakers delivered insightful and impactful talks on the devastating consequences of tobacco use and the importance of prevention and early intervention. Dr. Jayant Mahadevan, Consultant, Centre for Addiction Medicine, NIMHANS, spoke on “Tobacco Addiction – Ways to Counter It,” while Dr. Lohith G. Reddy, Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist, HCG Cancer Hospital, addressed the topic “Tobacco Use and Lung Cancer.” Dr. B. L. Shashi Bhushan, renowned Pulmonologist & Secretary of KPA, shared his expertise on “Tobacco and Lung Disease,” educating participants on the severe impact of tobacco on respiratory health.

As part of the awareness initiative, Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) and medical consultations were also conducted free of cost, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to preventive healthcare and community well-being.

The event resonated strongly with the message “Don’t Let Tobacco Take Your Breath Away,” inspiring participants to become advocates for a tobacco-free future. Through awareness, education, and collective action, St. Martha’s Hospital reaffirmed its longstanding mission of serving humanity and promoting healthier communities.

The overwhelming participation and enthusiastic response from the public underscored the urgent need for continued awareness campaigns against tobacco use and demonstrated the community’s shared determination to combat this growing menace.

Bengaluru, June 2: Shriram Finance Limited (SFL), the flagship company of the Shriram Group, today announced its alliance with the Padukone School of Badminton (PSB) as the Presenting Sponsor.

The collaboration was unveiled by Mr. Umesh Revankar, Executive Vice Chairman, Shriram Finance along with legendary Indian badminton champion and PSB founder Padma Shri Prakash Padukone at the Padukone-Dravid Centre of Sports Excellence, Bengaluru.

Through this alliance, SFL reinforces its commitment to nation-building through financial inclusion and community development — extending its reach to sports and grassroots talent across the country. As part of the collaboration, all existing and future PSB centres across India will operate under the name “Shriram Finance presents Padukone School of Badminton.” The initiative aims to strengthen access to structured badminton training at the grassroots level across age groups and aspiring players across the country.

Key Highlights of the Alliance
• Naming Rights: All existing and future PSB centres across India to operate under the name “Shriram Finance presents Padukone School of Badminton”
• Apparel Sponsorship: Over 2,000 branded T-shirts to be distributed to players, coaches, and support staff across PSB academies
• Tournament Sponsorship: 13 Open Tournaments under Shriram Finance’s presenting sponsorship, along with 2 All India Yonex tournaments as the “Powered By” sponsor

For over four decades, Shriram Finance has been a trusted financial partner to small entrepreneurs, retail borrowers, and underserved communities across India. This alliance with PSB is a natural extension of that ethos — investing in human potential beyond the balance sheet and reaching communities where they live, work, and play.

Mr. Umesh Revankar, Executive Vice Chairman, Shriram Finance, speaking on the occasion, said, “At Shriram Finance, we have always believed in creating meaningful impact within the communities we serve. Our alliance with the Padukone School of Badminton reflects that commitment. Through this initiative, we hope to encourage and inspire young players across the country to pursue the sport with dedication, discipline, and confidence, while helping strengthen the grassroots sporting ecosystem in India.”

Padukone School of Badminton currently operates 75 centres across 18 Indian cities, offering professional coaching and training programmes designed to nurture young talent and encourage wider participation in the sport.

Padma Shri Prakash Padukone, Founder, Mentor & Director, Padukone School of Badminton, speaking on the occasion, said, “We are delighted to welcome Shriram Finance as the Presenting Sponsor of the Padukone School of Badminton. This alliance is built on a shared vision of nurturing talent at the grassroots level and making quality badminton coaching accessible to aspiring players across India. With Shriram Finance’s support, we look forward to expanding our reach further and creating a stronger platform for young athletes to learn, grow, and pursue the sport with the right guidance and infrastructure.”

The Padukone School of Badminton is dedicated to making quality badminton coaching accessible across India through professionally managed centres and structured development programmes spanning beginner, intermediate, and high-performance levels. The academy’s training ecosystem covers technical skills, agility, fitness, and tournament preparation, complemented by a specialised coach certification programme aimed at strengthening the broader badminton ecosystem in India.

2026 ರಲ್ಲಿ ತನ್ನ ಬಲಿಷ್ಠ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ಹಾದಿಯನ್ನು ಮುಂದುವರಿಸಿರುವ ಕಿಯಾ ಇಂಡಿಯಾ, ಪ್ರಸಕ್ತ ವರ್ಷದ ಇಂದಿನವರೆಗಿನ (YTD) ಒಟ್ಟು ಮಾರಾಟದಲ್ಲಿ 139,197 ವಾಹನಗಳನ್ನು ದಾಖಲಿಸಿದೆ. ಇದು 2025 ರ ಇದೇ ಅವಧಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾರಾಟವಾದ 121,514 ವಾಹನಗಳಿಗೆ ಹೋಲಿಸಿದರೆ ಶೇಕಡಾ 14.6ರಷ್ಟು ಪ್ರಗತಿಯನ್ನು ತೋರಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಪ್ರೀಮಿಯಂ, ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ ಆಧಾರಿತ ಮತ್ತು ಭವಿಷ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಪೂರಕವಾದ ಚಲನಶೀಲ ಪರಿಹಾರಗಳನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸುವಲ್ಲಿ ಕಿಯಾ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯು ನೀಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ಗಮನ ಹಾಗೂ ಕಂಪನಿಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಮಾಡೆಲ್‌ನ ಕಾರುಗಳಿಗೆ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಲ್ಲಿ ಇರುವ ನಿರಂತರ ಬೇಡಿಕೆಯಿಂದಾಗಿ ಈ ಮಾರಾಟದ ವೇಗವು ಮುಂದುವರಿದಿದೆ.

ಮಾರಾಟದ ಸಾಧನೆಯ ಕುರಿತು ಮಾತನಾಡಿದ ಕಿಯಾ ಇಂಡಿಯಾದ ಸೇಲ್ಸ್ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾರ್ಕೆಟಿಂಗ್ ವಿಭಾಗದ ಹಿರಿಯ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಅತುಲ್ ಸೂದ್ ಅವರು, “ನಮ್ಮ ಸಾರ್ವಕಾಲಿಕ ಗರಿಷ್ಠ ಮೇ ತಿಂಗಳ ಮಾರಾಟದ ಪ್ರದರ್ಶನವು, ವಿವಿಧ ವಿಭಾಗಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಬದಲಾಗುತ್ತಿರುವ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರ ಆದ್ಯತೆಗಳಿಗೆ ತಕ್ಕಂತೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಕಾರುಗಳ ಶ್ರೇಣಿ ಹೊಂದಿಕೆಯಾಗಿರುವುದನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿಬಿಂಬಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಹೊಸ ಸೆಲ್ಟೋಸ್ ಮತ್ತು ಸೋನೆಟ್ ಕಾರುಗಳಿಗೆ ಮುಂದುವರಿದಿರುವ ಭಾರಿ ಬೇಡಿಕೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಇದರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕಾರನ್ಸ್ ಕ್ಲಾವಿಸ್, ಕ್ಲಾವಿಸ್ EV ಮತ್ತು MY26 ಸಿರೋಸ್ ಮಾಡೆಲ್‍ಗಳಿಗೆ ಸಿಗುತ್ತಿರುವ ಉತ್ತೇಜನಕಾರಿ ಪ್ರತಿಕ್ರಿಯೆಯು ನಮ್ಮ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ವೇಗವನ್ನು ಕಾಯ್ದುಕೊಳ್ಳಲು ಸಹಾಯ ಮಾಡಿದೆ. ಅದೇ ಸಮಯದಲ್ಲಿ, ಇತ್ತೀಚೆಗೆ ನಾವು ಆರಂಭಿಸಿರುವ ‘ಬ್ಯಾಟರಿ-ಆಸ್-ಎ-ಸರ್ವಿಸ್’ (BaaS) ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಂತಹ ಉಪಕ್ರಮಗಳು ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ ಇಲೆಕ್ಟ್ರಾನಿಕ್ ವಾಹನಗಳ ಬಳಕೆಯನ್ನು ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಸುಲಭ ಮತ್ತು ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕವಾಗಿಸುವಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಪಾತ್ರ ವಹಿಸುತ್ತಿವೆ. ದೇಶಾದ್ಯಂತ ನಮ್ಮ ಅಸ್ತಿತ್ವವನ್ನು ನಾವು ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಬಲಪಡಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದಂತೆ, ಭಾರತೀಯ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರ ಬದಲಾಗುತ್ತಿರುವ ಅಗತ್ಯತೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಪೂರಕವಾದ ನವೀನ ಉತ್ಪನ್ನಗಳು, ಪ್ರೀಮಿಯಂ ಮಾಲೀಕತ್ವದ ಅನುಭವಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಸುಧಾರಿತ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನಗಳನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸುವುದರ ಕಡೆಗೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಗಮನ ಮುಂದುವರಿಯುತ್ತದೆ,” ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಈ ತಿಂಗಳ ಬಲಿಷ್ಠ ಮಾರಾಟದ ಸಾಧನೆಯನ್ನು ಹೊಸ ಸೆಲ್ಟೋಸ್ ಮುನ್ನಡೆಸಿದೆ, ಇದು ಜನವರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆಯಾದಾಗಿನಿಂದ ಪ್ರತಿ ತಿಂಗಳು 10,000 ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ವಾಹನಗಳ ಮಾರಾಟದ ಮೈಲಿಗಲ್ಲನ್ನು ದಾಟುವ ಮೂಲಕ ತನ್ನ ಬಲಿಷ್ಠ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ವೇಗವನ್ನು ಮುಂದುವರಿಸಿದೆ. ಇದರ ಬೋಲ್ಡ್ ವಿನ್ಯಾಸ, ಸುಧಾರಿತ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾನದಂಡವನ್ನು ಸೃಷ್ಟಿಸಿರುವ 5-ಸ್ಟಾರ್ BNCAP ಸುರಕ್ಷತಾ ರೇಟಿಂಗ್ — ಇದು ಇಂದಿನವರೆಗೆ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಅತಿ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಅಂಕ ಗಳಿಸಿದ ICE ವಾಹನವಾಗಿದೆ — ಇವು ಒಂದು ಪ್ರೀಮಿಯಂ ಕೌಟುಂಬಿಕ SUV ಆಗಿ ಅದರ ಸ್ಥಾನವನ್ನು ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಬಲಪಡಿಸಿವೆ. ಪೆಟ್ರೋಲ್ ಮತ್ತು ಡೀಸೆಲ್ ವೇರಿಯಂಟ್‌ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯಾಪಕವಾದ ಆಟೋಮ್ಯಾಟಿಕ್ ಟ್ರಾನ್ಸ್‌ಮಿಷನ್ ಆಯ್ಕೆಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ ಸುಲಭವಾಗಿ ಲಭ್ಯವಾಗುವ ಸೌಕರ್ಯವನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿರುವ ಸೋನೆಟ್ ಕಾರು, ಕಾಂಪ್ಯಾಕ್ಟ್ SUV ವಿಭಾಗದಲ್ಲಿ ತನ್ನ ಬಲವಾದ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ಮುಂದುವರಿಸಿದೆ. MY26 ಕಿಯಾ ಸಿರೋಸ್ ಕೂಡ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಂದ ಉತ್ತೇಜನಕಾರಿ ಪ್ರತಿಕ್ರಿಯೆಯನ್ನು ಪಡೆದುಕೊಂಡಿದೆ, ವಿಶೇಷವಾಗಿ ಅದರ ನವೀಕರಿಸಿದ ವೇರಿಯೆಂಟ್ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನ, ಆಟೋಮ್ಯಾಟಿಕ್ ಗೇರ್‌ನ ಸುಲಭ ಲಭ್ಯತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಒಟ್ಟಾರೆ ಅತ್ಯುತ್ತಮ ಮೌಲ್ಯದ ಕೊಡುಗೆಗಾಗಿ ಇದು ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಗಮನ ಸೆಳೆದಿದೆ.

ಕಿಯಾ ಇಂಡಿಯಾದ ಕೌಟುಂಬಿಕ ವಾಹನಗಳ ಶ್ರೇಣಿಯನ್ನು ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಬಲಪಡಿಸುತ್ತಾ, ಸುಧಾರಿತ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ವೈವಿಧ್ಯಮಯ ಆಸನಗಳ ವಿನ್ಯಾಸದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಪ್ರಾಯೋಗಿಕ ವಾಹನದ ಸೌಕರ್ಯವನ್ನು ಹುಡುಕುತ್ತಿರುವ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾರನ್ಸ್ ಕ್ಲಾವಿಸ್ ಮತ್ತು ಕ್ಲಾವಿಸ್ EV ನಿರಂತರವಾಗಿ ಜನಪ್ರಿಯತೆ ಗಳಿಸುತ್ತಿವೆ. ಕಿಯಾ ಇಂಡಿಯಾದ ‘ಬ್ಯಾಟರಿ-ಆಸ್-ಎ-ಸರ್ವಿಸ್’ (BaaS) ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಪರಿಚಯವು, ಇಲೆಕ್ಟ್ರಿಕ್ ವಾಹನಗಳನ್ನು ಖರೀದಿಸಲು ಇರುವ ಆರಂಭಿಕ ಆರ್ಥಿಕ ಅಡಚಣೆಗಳನ್ನು ಕಡಿಮೆ ಮಾಡುವ ಮೂಲಕ ಮತ್ತು ಗ್ರಾಹಕರ ಅನುಕೂಲತೆಯನ್ನು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿಸುವ ಮೂಲಕ ಕಂಪನಿಯ EV ಕಾರ್ಯತಂತ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಪೂರಕವಾಗಿದೆ.

402 ನಗರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹರಡಿರುವ 891 ಸಂಪರ್ಕ ಕೇಂದ್ರಗಳನ್ನು ಒಳಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ಕಿಯಾ ಇಂಡಿಯಾದ ಬಲಿಷ್ಠ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರವ್ಯಾಪಿ ಜಾಲವು, ನಗರ ಮತ್ತು ಉದಯೋನ್ಮುಖ ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆಗಳೆರಡರಲ್ಲೂ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರು ಅದರ ಮಾರಾಟ, ಸೇವೆ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾಲೀಕತ್ವದ ಬೆಂಬಲವನ್ನು ಸುಲಭವಾಗಿ ಪಡೆಯುವಂತೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತದೆ. ಇದು 130 ಪ್ರಮಾಣೀಕೃತ ಸೆಕೆಂಡ್ ಹ್ಯಾಂಡ್ ಕಾರುಗಳ ಮಳಿಗೆಗಳಿಂದ ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಬಲಗೊಂಡಿದ್ದು, ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ ತಕ್ಷಣದ ಪಾವತಿಗಳು, ಸುಲಭವಾದ ಕಾರು ವಿನಿಮಯ ಮತ್ತು ಜಂಜಾಟರಹಿತ ಮಾಲೀಕತ್ವದ ಅನುಭವವನ್ನು ನೀಡುತ್ತದೆ.

The programme offers a structured and transparent solution for customers looking to move into any Mana residence by simplifying the buying and selling cycle. It is applicable for homeowners with apartments in Bengaluru, while allowing participation from buyers who may currently be residing in other cities or even overseas. As an ongoing initiative across existing and upcoming Mana projects, it is designed to support quality conscious lifestyle upgrade-driven demand in a more consistent and accessible manner.

Under the initiative, customers can exchange their current property for a new Mana home through an evaluation process that delivers initial value estimates within approximately 48 hours, significantly reducing waiting periods and enabling faster decision-making. The customer gets paid up to 80 percent of the evaluated value even before selling that unit and the balance paid once its sold, which is then adjusted against the booking value of the new Mana residence based on the applicable payment structure. Customers can also secure bookings through post-dated cheques, offering additional flexibility while completing the transaction process.

The process is designed to ensure clarity, efficiency, and timely progression at every stage. It begins with a qualification phase completed within 24 hours, followed by an initial virtual offer issued within the next 48 hours. Property inspection is subsequently scheduled at the seller’s convenience, after which a final offer is presented within a further 48 hours. Upon acceptance, legal due diligence is completed within approximately 30 days, resulting in a structured and time-bound experience for customers.

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. D Kishore Reddy, CMD, Mana Projects, said, “Homebuyers today are looking for smarter and more convenient ways to upgrade their lifestyle, but the process of selling an existing home while booking a new one often creates unnecessary delays and uncertainty. With the Home Exchange Programme, we are simplifying this journey by offering customers a seamless pathway to move into a new Mana home through a faster evaluation and booking process. By enabling value adjustment of the existing home and offering flexible payment options, we are making the transition more practical, transparent, and financially comfortable. This initiative reflects our commitment to creating solutions that make homeownership easier and more customer-centric.”

The programme is especially relevant for working professionals, growing families, and quality conscious lifestyle upgrade-driven buyers, seeking 2, 3, and 4 BHK homes within well-planned residential communities. With offerings across select projects and price segments up to approximately INR 4 crore, the initiative is aligned with the evolving preferences of urban homebuyers looking for larger homes, better amenities, and stronger community infrastructure.

With the Home Exchange Programme, Mana Projects continues to strengthen its customer-first approach by combining thoughtful development with practical solutions that address real homebuyer needs. As the company expands its residential portfolio across Bengaluru, the initiative reflects its larger vision of making every stage of homeownership simpler, more transparent, and more accessible.

A breakthrough introduced through the ROSA robotic platform is frameless brain surgery technology, transforming the way neurosurgical procedures are performed in India. Traditionally, many brain procedures required rigid frames fixed to the patient’s skull for surgical navigation. With ROSA’s frameless robotic technology, surgeons can now achieve sub-millimetric precision without the discomfort and invasiveness associated with conventional frame-based systems.

The introduction of this technology represents a paradigm shift in minimally invasive cranial surgery, significantly improving patient comfort, surgical efficiency, precision, and clinical outcomes. The ROSA system supports complex brain tumor surgeries, epilepsy procedures, stereotactic neurosurgery, and movement disorder interventions while helping preserve critical brain functions.

The Mazor X robotic guidance system is designed for spine surgeries and assists surgeons with highly precise planning and placement of spinal implants. The technology enhances surgical accuracy, minimizes human error, reduces radiation exposure, and supports minimally invasive approaches that can lead to smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and quicker rehabilitation for patients.

Dr. Ravi Gopal Varma, Director – Aster Global Centre of Excellence in Neurosciences & Lead Consultant – Neurosurgery, Aster CMI Hospital, Karnataka, said, “The introduction of Mazor X and ROSA robotics represents a major milestone in advancing neurosciences care in India. The frameless capabilities of ROSA are transforming the way brain surgeries are performed by improving precision while making procedures significantly less invasive and more comfortable for patients. These technologies allow us to achieve exceptional surgical accuracy in highly complex brain and spine procedures.”

Dr. Akshay Hari, Consultant – Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, Aster CMI Hospital added, “Robotic-assisted spine surgery with Mazor X enables detailed pre-operative planning and extremely accurate implant positioning, which is critical in complex spine surgeries. With enhanced precision and reduced tissue damage, patients can experience faster recovery, reduced pain, and improved long-term results.”

Commenting on the development, Dr. Prashanth N, CEO – Aster Hospitals, Karnataka said, “At Aster, we continuously invest in advanced technologies that redefine patient care. The addition of Mazor X and ROSA robotic systems further strengthens our Neurosciences program and reinforces our commitment to bringing world-class, technology-driven healthcare solutions to patients across India and beyond.”

With the integration of robotic-assisted neurosurgery, Aster CMI Hospital continues to expand its advanced neuroscience ecosystem by combining expert clinical excellence with next-generation technology to deliver safer, smarter, and more precise surgical care.