Day: 19 August 2025

India’s First AI Blood Testing Device Gets Government Backing

Vijay Raman

On August 18, 2025, the Technology Development Board (TDB)—under India’s Department of Science and Technology—entered into an agreement with Primary Healthtech Pvt. Ltd., a New Delhi-based company founded by IIT Guwahati alumni, for the development of an IoT-enabled, AI/ML-powered, point-of-care blood testing device aimed at making diagnostics affordable and accessible in primary healthcare settings.   The device, called Mobilab, is a portable, battery-operated clinical chemistry analyzer, capable of testing over 25 health parameters, including indicators for kidney, liver, heart health, vitamins, and cancer. It has already been trialed with 10,000…

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Vinod Intelligent Cookware Launches ‘Ferona’ – A Lightweight, No-Seasoning Cast Iron Range Built for Today’s Kitchens

Vijay Raman

Blending heritage with innovation, the all-new Ferona range introduces Matte Enamel-coated cast iron cookware that’s chip-resistant, non-toxic, and stick-free – made for everyday health-conscious cooking, and now available at 25% off for a limited time. Vinod Intelligent Cookware, one of India’s most trusted kitchenware brands, announces the launch of its latest innovation – ‘Ferona’, a lightweight cast iron cookware range designed for the evolving consumer. Positioned as an extension of Vinod’s cast iron portfolio, Ferona blends the soulful depth of traditional cookware with modern-day ease. Crafted to deliver the wholesome…

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Aster RV Hospital Successfully Performs Complex Sphincter Preservation Surgery, Avoiding Permanent Colostomy for International Patient

Vijay Raman

Aster RV Hospital’s surgical oncology team successfully treated a rare and challenging case of low rectal carcinoma in a patient from Dubai of Indian origin, achieving sphincter preservation and avoiding the need for a permanent colostomy. The patient had initially been advised by other medical centres to undergo total removal of the anal sphincter, which would have resulted in lifelong colostomy. Upon evaluation at Aster RV’s multidisciplinary clinic, a comprehensive diagnostic protocol was undertaken, including MRI, PET-CT, biopsy, and tumour genomic profiling (KRAS, NRAS, BRAF). Following a detailed case review with…

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​ Aster DM Healthcare successfully commissions 8.5 MW Solar Park in Kasargod, Kerala

Vijay Raman

·       The park currently caters to the energy requirements of Aster’s Calicut and Kannur hospitals ·       Projected to offset nearly 11,590 tonnes of carbon dioxide every year Aster DM Healthcare, one of India’s largest healthcare providers, successfully commissioned an 8.5 MW solar park in Kasargod, Kerala. Spread over 27.2 acres of land, the milestone project reaffirms Aster’s commitment towards sustainability and promotion of renewable energy usage. The project was developed and commissioned along with U-Solar Clean Energy Solutions, a solar energy developer and EPC company. The facility, executed in 18 months, was…

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