Intuitive Appoints New Vice President And General Manager In India

Intuitive (NASDAQ:ISRG), a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery, today announced its appointment of Rohitt Mahajan as vice president and general manager for India. Mahajan will lead the company's business strategy and operations.

"India is poised to be a global leader in minimally invasive care. The combination of innovative surgeons, patient-focused hospitals, and forward-thinking policymakers committed to delivering exceptional care makes India incredibly dynamic and important for Intuitive,” said Intuitive Senior Vice President and President, Asia Pacific, Glenn Vavoso. “Rohitt Mahajan brings deep healthcare experience from India and across Asia, which will enable Intuitive to build stronger partnerships with healthcare providers and positively impact patient care in India.”

Mahajan brings more than 17 years of diverse experience in sales, marketing, strategy, and operations in the healthcare, consumer durables, and IT sectors.  Since joining Intuitive in 2018, he has held key leadership roles, including area sales director for India and director of commercial operations for Asia, where he contributed to the expansion of Intuitive’s commercial operations capabilities and range of global offerings across India and broader Asia region including China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

“Intuitive India is uniquely positioned to help shape the healthcare landscape in India,” said Mahajan. “I am excited to collaborate with surgeons and executives and lead the Intuitive India team as we expand patient access to robotic-assisted surgery and the benefits it can offer.”

Intuitive began direct operations in India in 2018 and has focused on advancing minimally invasive care across the country through the adoption of its robotic-assisted surgical systems. Intuitive technology can be found in leading private and government hospitals, medical institutes, and state government medical colleges across the country. The company has invested US $6 million to establish four training centers across India, including at AIIMS New Delhi. Today, there are more than 180 da Vinci surgical programs across India, with more than 1 lakh procedures performed by more than 850 da Vinci trained surgeons.

To support its expanding operations, Intuitive recently opened a global capability center (GCC) in Bengaluru. The center is one of Intuitive’s core global hubs for functions including IT support, enterprise analytics, software quality, human resource management system and post-market surveillance.

Revolutionizing Healthcare At Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Lifesigns And AIIMS Transform Patient Monitoring With Advanced Technology

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, one of the world’s largest gatherings, is witnessing a transformation in healthcare delivery through a partnership between Lifesigns, a pioneer in intelligent patient monitoring platforms, and AIIMS Raebareli and Delhi. This collaboration leverages cutting-edge technology to ensure real-time health monitoring, early warning alerts, and seamless care coordination for millions of devotees.

At the heart of this initiative is Lifesigns’ advanced monitoring platform, designed to aggregate and analyze patient health data, including ECG, heart rate, respiration, SpO2, blood pressure, and posture, in real-time. Integrated with AIIMS’ emergency response systems, the platform leverages the deployment of 200 wireless wearable devices to continuously transmit key health parameters to a centralized, intelligent dashboard. This dashboard enables healthcare professionals to monitor multiple patients simultaneously, providing critical alerts and actionable insights from a single, secure interface. The system’s lightweight network and mobility support ensure that patients are proactively monitored at all times, enhancing response times and optimizing resource allocation in high-density environments like the Maha Kumbh Mela.

Hari Subramaniam, Founder and CEO of Lifesigns, said, “The Maha Kumbh Mela is a testament to the power of blending tradition with innovation. Our intelligent monitoring platform empowers healthcare professionals with real-time insights and early warning alerts, ensuring that care is delivered precisely when and where it’s needed most. This collaboration showcases how technology can address the unique challenges of large-scale healthcare delivery.”

Dr. Suyash Singh, HOD NeuroSurgery, AIIMS, added, “Managing healthcare during the Maha Kumbh Mela requires innovative solutions that can handle the scale and complexity of such an event. Lifesigns’ platform has proven to be an invaluable tool, enabling real-time monitoring and prompt medical interventions, ensuring the safety and well-being of millions of pilgrims.”

Healthcare professionals at the event are utilizing Lifesigns’ secure, web-based dashboard to monitor patients remotely, providing 24/7 care. This scalable solution highlights the potential of technology to redefine mass healthcare management, with applications extending to disaster relief, global events, and public health initiatives.

The ongoing deployment showcases the power of innovation in addressing critical healthcare needs, paving the way for a safer, more efficient future in mass healthcare management.

About Lifesigns:

Lifesigns is a pioneer in intelligent patient monitoring solutions, committed to transforming healthcare delivery through state-of-the-art technology. Specializing in remote patient monitoring, wireless wearable devices, and predictive analytics. Lifesigns delivers scalable, secure, and seamless solutions tailored to the unique needs of healthcare professionals and institutions.

Lifesigns’ innovative platforms integrate effortlessly with existing healthcare systems to provide real-time insights, early warning alerts, and enhanced patient care: empowering healthcare teams to deliver exceptional outcomes even in the most challenging environments.

Since its inception in 2020, Lifesigns has successfully deployed its solutions across private and government hospitals in India, as well as in public health initiatives. Guided by a mission to equip healthcare providers with intelligent tools for more accurate decision-making in a shorter time, Lifesigns continues to redefine standards in predictive analytics. Notably, it is the only FDA-approved solution in India encompassing software, hardware, and AI, cementing its position as a trusted leader in the healthcare technology landscape.

Isuzu Motors India Adds 4 New Touch Points; Drives Into Bihar And Expands Footprint In India

*  Inaugurates two new integrated 3S facility in Indore and Patna

* Increases its service touchpoints with two ASC in Ratnagiri and Khammam

Isuzu Motors India, a subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited, Japan, continues to expand its footprint in India with the inauguration of four new touch points across India. This includes two new 3S (Sales, Service, and Spares) dealerships in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and Patna, Bihar, along with two new Authorized Service Centers (ASCs) in Khammam, Telangana, and Ratnagiri, Maharashtra.

With these new additions, ISUZU’s network has grown to 72 locations across India, reaffirming its commitment to being close to our customers, customer satisfaction, and a seamless ownership experience.

Isuzu Motors India has partnered with Sagar ISUZU for Indore, and with Imperial ISUZU in Bihar. This marks extension of ISUZU brand into Bihar. To enhance service and customer relations reach, the company also inaugurated new ASCs in Khammam, Telangana, and Ratnagiri, Maharashtra. The Khammam ASC, operated by Beyond Auto Care, while the Ratnagiri ASC, operated by Shrine ISUZU. Shrine ISUZU also operates a 3S facility in Kolhapur. These facilities are built according to ISUZU dealership standards and all the staff members are trained by ISUZU experts to provide exceptional customer experiences.

Commenting on the network expansion, Mr. Rajesh Mittal, President & Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India, said, "Our continued network expansion reflects ISUZU’s brand progress and underscores our commitment to staying closer to our customers while delivering a differentiated experience. With the addition of these dealerships and service centers, we are well-positioned to meet the growing demand for ISUZU vehicles across the country. "

Mr. Toru Kishimoto, Deputy Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India, added, "At ISUZU, we prioritize customer delight throughout their ownership journey. These new facilities reinforce our commitment to providing seamless, personalized sales and service experience. We strive to elevate the ownership journey. We wish the very best for our new dealers in their endeavours to take the ISUZU journey forward."

For more information: www.isuzu.in

About Isuzu Motors India Pvt. Ltd.

Isuzu Motors India Private Limited (IMI), a subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited, Japan, was established in August 2012. Headquartered in Chennai, the company sells the popular ISUZU D-MAX V-Cross – India’s First Lifestyle and Adventure Pick-up, the Hi-Lander - All-rounder Pick-up and the ISUZU mu-X, premium 7-seater SUV in the personal vehicle segment and variants of ISUZU D-MAX pick-ups – S-CAB, S-CAB Z and Regular Cab, for the commercial segment. ISUZU vehicles are known for their reliability and performance around the world. Renowned the world-over, ISUZU vehicles are gaining huge significance in the Indian market as well, thanks to the ‘value proposition’ it offers the customers. 

Isuzu Motors India manufactures these products at its modern manufacturing plant in Sri City, spread over an area of 107 acres in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The company began its manufacturing operations in April 2016, with strong focus on quality and commitment to Indian market. In February 2020, Isuzu Motors India commenced the start of its Phase-II operations with the inauguration of the state-of-the-art Press Shop facility and engine assembly plant. In 2017, IMI started export of its ‘Made-in-India’ vehicles and has emerged as the India’s #1 Exporter of Commercial Vehicles for FY24-25, as per SIAM report.  An ISO 9001:2015 certified company, Isuzu Motors India is committed to providing products and services of the highest level of quality to ensure customer delight. 

The company has dedicated dealer touch-points, conveniently located in 72 locations across the country. For more information on the company, and its products/services. www.isuzu.in  

Post Merger, Air India To See Major Expansion & Coverage, Says Air India Chief Wilson

* The merger of the four Tata airlines into one full-service carrier, Air India, and one low-cost carrier, Air India Express, was completed in late 2024

Air India, which added 100 new aircraft to its order book towards the end of 2024, is set to see major expansions and increase its global coverage in 2025, the airline’s chief executive officer Campbell Wilson said on Wednesday.

In his New Year greetings, Wilson said that the airline’s mergers and new aircraft deliveries have taken the Air India Group fleet to 300 aircraft and its global coverage will further increase in the years ahead.

“The merger of the four Tata airlines into one full-service carrier, Air India, and one low-cost carrier, Air India Express, was completed in late 2024. The old Vistara aircraft are now deployed on metro-to-metro domestic routes and key international destinations such as Frankfurt and Singapore,” Wilson said.

“These mergers and new aircraft deliveries have taken the Air India Group fleet to 300 aircraft. Air India’s global coverage will further increase in the years ahead, not least because of the recent addition of 100 aircraft to our order book, augmenting the earlier commitment for 470 made in 2023,” he said.

He said that more than 100 new aircraft were deployed, including India’s first Airbus A350, that are now flying from Delhi to London and New York.

“These are part of one-third of our twin-aisle fleet, with the remainder progressively undergoing similar upgrades over the next two years. The interior refit of our single-aisle fleet, serving domestic and short-haul international destinations, is already well underway and will be completed by mid-2025,” he said.

He said that the new aircraft will be supported by a brand-new 12-bay maintenance facility and training school in Bengaluru, a new 34-aircraft flight school in Amravati, besides the newly opened training facility in Gurugram, which, at 800,000 square feet, is South Asia’s largest.

Wilson further said that the new lounge for travellers in premium classes opened at Bengaluru will soon be followed by another in Delhi during 2025, and in other key cities in the time to come.

“Air India’s transformation covers every aspect of our business, and involves significant upgradation of systems, processes, infrastructure, equipment, and people,” he said.

Air India Places Order For 100 More Airbus Aircraft

The airline also announced it has tied up with Airbus for component and maintenance support for its A350 fleet.

Private carrier Air India on Monday announced placing an order to purchase 100 more Airbus aircraft, comprising 10 wide-body A350 and 90 narrow-body A320 family aircraft including A321neo.

These 100 new aircraft are in addition to the orders of 470 aircraft that Air India had placed with Airbus and Boeing last year.

This latest order takes the total number of aircraft that Air India ordered with Airbus in 2023 from 250 aircraft to 350. It includes 10 widebody A350 and 90 narrowbody A320 family aircraft, including A321neo.

“With India’s passenger growth outpacing the rest of the world, its significantly improving infrastructure and an aspirational young population increasingly going global, we see a clear case for Air India to expand its future fleet beyond the firm orders of the 470 aircraft placed last year. These additional 100 Airbus aircraft will help to position Air India on the path to greater growth and contribute to our mission of building Air India into a world-class airline that connects India to every corner of the world”, Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons and Air India said.

The airline also announced it has selected Airbus’ Flight Hour Services-Component (FHS-C) to support the maintenance requirements of its A350 fleet.

“The new materials and maintenance contract will help Air India to optimize the reliability and performance of its A350 fleet, with comprehensive engineering services and integrated component services including on-site stock at Delhi provided by Airbus,” the airline’s statement read.

Guillaume Faury, chief executive officer of Airbus said, “Having personally witnessed the formidable growth of the Indian aviation sector in recent months, I am glad to see Air India renew its trust in Airbus with this additional order for both our A320 Family and A350 aircraft. Through this continued partnership, we are committed to supporting the success of Air India’s “Vihaan.AI” transformation plan under Tata’s vision and leadership.”

The airline has ordered 100 more aircraft from Airbus, making a total of 344 new planes on the way.

So far, the airline has received six A350s. In 2023, it also ordered 220 planes from Boeing, with 185 still to be delivered.

New Military Aircraft - C-295 - Set To Be Manufactured By India

The C-295 aircraft, manufactured by Airbus, is vital for military operations, offering tactical transport, cargo, and medical evacuation capabilities.

The C-295, a versatile and reliable tactical transport aircraft, has become a cornerstone of military operations worldwide. Manufactured by Airbus Defence and Space, this medium-lift plane has attracted the attention of numerous armed forces, thanks to its exceptional performance, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez today inaugurated a Tata-Airbus factory in Vadodara, which will manufacture the C-295 aircrafts.

The C-295 is designed to meet the diverse needs of modern militaries. 

The C-295 is designed to meet the diverse needs of modern militaries.

Military Applications

The C-295 is designed to meet the diverse needs of modern militaries. Its primary roles include:

Tactical Transport: Airlifting troops, equipment, and supplies to remote or hostile areas.

Cargo Transport: Carrying heavy payloads, including vehicles, helicopters, and other oversized cargo.

Medical Evacuation: Providing critical care and transportation for wounded personnel.

Surveillance: Conducting reconnaissance and intelligence gathering missions.

Humanitarian Aid: Delivering relief supplies and personnel during natural disasters or humanitarian crises.

Also read: How new Tata-Airbus factory in Gujarat will boost India's defence capabilities

Key Features

The C-295 boasts an impressive array of features, making it an attractive choice for militaries:

1. Range and Endurance: 5,000 km range and 11 hours of endurance.

2. Payload Capacity: Up to 9,250 kg .

3. Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL): Enabling operations from short, unpaved runways.

4. Advanced Avionics: State-of-the-art cockpit and navigation systems.

5. Multi-Mission Capability: Easily configurable for various roles.

Global Adoption

The C-295 has been adopted by over 20 countries, which include:

1. Spain: The Spanish Air Force operates 13 C-295s for transport and surveillance.

2. Poland: The Polish Air Force uses 16 C-295s for tactical transport and medical evacuation.

3. Brazil: The Brazilian Air Force operates 12 C-295s for transport and border patrol.

4. Egypt: The Egyptian Air Force uses C-295s for military transport and humanitarian missions.

The C-295's impressive capabilities, versatility, and reliability have made it a preferred choice for militaries worldwide. As global conflicts and humanitarian crises continue to evolve, the C-295's role in supporting military operations will only continue to grow. 

Punjab National Bank & CNH Industrial (India) Private Limited Join Hands To Promote Farm Mechanisation

Punjab National Bank (PNB), nation’s leading public sector banks, and CNH Industrial (India) Private Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at PNB’s headquarters.

The MoU was signed by Shri K. S. Rana, General Manager, Agriculture – PNB, and Shri Sourabh Sharma, Head, Retail & WS Finance – CNH Industrial (India) Private Limited, in the presence of senior officials from PNB and other representatives from CNH.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Sourabh Sharma highlighted CNH’s extensive portfolio of products, including high-powered tractors, combine harvesters, and balers, designed to support modern agricultural practices.

Shri K. S. Rana, GM, Agriculture – PNB, stressed the importance of adopting advanced technologies in modern agriculture. He reaffirmed PNB’s dedication to enhancing the well-being of farmers, particularly small and marginal ones. He also underlined the benefits of the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme in promoting custom hiring centres and farm mechanisation. These initiatives aim to reduce farming costs, simplify agricultural processes, and promote ecological sustainability by encouraging efficient resource usage and environmental protection.

Through this strategic collaboration, PNB seeks to achieve significant business growth while furthering its commitment to strengthening the nation’s infrastructure and empowering the agricultural community.

Photo Caption - Shri K. S. Rana, GM, Agriculture - PNB, signed MOU with Shri Sourabh Sharma, Head, Retail & WS Finance - CNH Industrial (India) Private Limited.