Day: 22 May 2025

Recurring miscarriages and anaemia? Thalassemia screening could hold the answer

Vijay Raman

To be accredited to Dr Aashita Jain, Fertility Specialist, Birla Fertility & IVF, Surat When Meera experienced her third miscarriage in two years, no one understood the reason. She had no chronic illness, followed her doctor’s advice, and her scans looked normal. The one constant through her pregnancies? Severe anaemia that didn’t respond to supplements. It wasn’t until she underwent a thalassaemia screening that the real issue emerged: she was a beta-thalassemia carrier—a condition she’d never heard of. This is the case for many women across South and Southeast Asia,…

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Mizoram Becomes India’s Most Literate State

Vijay Raman

Mizoram’s recent declaration of full functional literacy represents a significant milestone in India’s ongoing pursuit of universal education. This achievement transcends mere numerical literacy, signifying the attainment of practical skills necessary for individuals to navigate daily life, access opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to society.   Several factors have contributed to Mizoram’s success. A deeply ingrained cultural emphasis on education, coupled with proactive governmental policies, has fostered an environment conducive to learning. Dedicated teachers, community involvement, and targeted programs addressing specific learning needs have been instrumental in reaching marginalized populations.  …

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Indian Navy Inducts INSV Kaundinya, a Traditionally Built Stitched Ship

Vijay Raman

In a remarkable tribute to India’s rich maritime heritage, the Indian Navy has officially inducted a traditionally built, ancient stitched ship into its fleet, christened INSV Kaundinya. The ship, constructed using age-old Indian shipbuilding techniques, represents a revival of the ‘stitched ship’ method, a unique and ancient process in which wooden planks are fastened using coir ropes rather than nails or metal fasteners.   This method, once widely used along the Indian coastline and by seafarers navigating the Indian Ocean, showcases the advanced maritime knowledge and craftsmanship of ancient India.…

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Aster DM Healthcare Q4 and Full Year FY25 Results

Vijay Raman

Aster India reports steady revenue and EBITDA performance FY25 revenues up by 12% YoY to INR 4,138 Crs Operating EBITDA up 30% YoY to INR 806 Crs   Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading integrated healthcare service providers in India, today announced its financial results for the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2025.   Key Financial Highlights   Full Year FY25:   ·         Revenue grew 12% YoY to INR 4,138 Crs. in FY25 Vs. INR 3,699 Crs. in FY24. ·         Operating EBITDA grew 30% YoY to INR…

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