HOSMAT Multispecialty Hospitals Unveils Dr. Thomas Chandy’s Bust, New OPD Wing, Transforms Lives With Free Surgeries For 10 Children

• On Founder’s Day, HOSMAT Multispecialty Hospitals pays tribute to Dr. Thomas Chandy with the inauguration of his bust and a new OPD wing on Magrath Road, while continuing his mission through 10 free life-changing surgeries and a Clean Bengaluru campaign.

HOSMAT Multispecialty Hospitals marked its Founder’s Day with a heartfelt tribute to its visionary founder, Dr. Thomas Chandy, through the inauguration of his commemorative bust and the launch of a new, state-of-the-art OPD wing on the 4th floor of HOSMAT Multispecialty Hospitals, Magrath Road.

The ceremony was graced by eminent guests including Most Rev. Dr. Peter Machado, Archbishop of Bangalore Diocese, Mr. N. A. Haris, MLA – Shanthinagar, and Olympian & Arjuna Awardee Ms. Nisha Millet.

 

The event celebrated not just the life of Dr. Chandy, but also his living legacy of compassion through the hospital’s flagship initiative, the “Make Me Walk” program, which continues to transform young lives. This year, 10 free corrective surgeries were performed for underprivileged children suffering from physical deformities, reaffirming HOSMAT’s motto — #YourLifeMatters.

 

Among them was Salman, a 15-year-old from Kolar Gold Fields, born with multiple deformities that made movement a challenge. While his parents, a farmer couple, had nearly lost hope, HOSMAT’s team intervened through its program and performed complex surgeries on his hands and legs — entirely free of cost. Today, Salman can stand and move independently, embodying the spirit of healing and hope.

 

Similarly, Jaanvi, a 3-year-old from rural Bellary who had endured three failed surgeries for clubfoot, finally found relief at HOSMAT. A successful corrective procedure helped her take her first confident steps — a moment of joy and gratitude for her daily-wage worker parents, who once thought recovery was impossible.

 

Speaking at the event, Mrs. Anisha Chandy Eckardt, Managing Director of HOSMAT Multispecialty Hospitals, said: “My father believed that healthcare is not just about treating illness, but about restoring dignity. Every surgery under ‘Make Me Walk’, every patient we care for, and every community effort we support is a continuation of his dream — to heal with purpose. The new OPD wing represents our next step in that journey — expanding accessibility and care. As we look to the future, our goal is to bring healthcare closer to people through preventive and home-based services.”

 

Most Rev. Dr. Peter Machado, Archbishop of Bangalore, fondly remembered Dr. Chandy: “Dr. Thomas Chandy will always be remembered as a human being truly dedicated to society. In a gathering of nearly 200 doctors, he was chosen as the Founder President of the Doctors’ Association — a testament to his leadership and warmth. Wherever he went, he brought life, music, and dance. He was a brilliant orthopaedic surgeon, a visionary leader, and a humanitarian whose spirit lives on through his children, his doctors, and his beloved HOSMAT.”

 

Mr. N. A. Haris, MLA – Shanthinagar, added: “Dr. Chandy built institutions rooted in compassion, not commerce. HOSMAT reflects his belief that healthcare is a service to humanity. His legacy continues through his children and his team — I’ve lost not just a great doctor but a true friend.”

 

Ms. Nisha Millet, Olympian, shared a personal memory: “When every other hospital suggested surgery for my shoulder, Dr. Chandy recommended only physiotherapy — and it worked like magic. He truly understood athletes and their needs. His empathy matched his expertise.”

 

The celebration concluded with the culmination of HOSMAT’s “Clean Bengaluru Campaign”, a week-long cleanliness drive in collaboration with BBMP, covering Magrath Road, Viveknagar, and Victoria Layout, a tribute to Dr. Chandy’s vision of a healthier, cleaner society.

 

Today, as HOSMAT evolves into a multispecialty institution, it continues to uphold its founder’s principles — from orthopaedics to preventive health and homecare for the elderly.

With India’s ageing population and rising chronic diseases, HOSMAT’s forward-looking initiatives aim to make healthcare accessible, affordable, and proactive.

 

About HOSMAT Multispecialty Hospitals:

For over 34 years, HOSMAT Multispecialty Hospitals has been Bengaluru's trusted name in healthcare excellence. Established as India's first dedicated orthopaedic centre, HOSMAT has evolved into a leading multispecialty healthcare network serving patients across Karnataka, India, and internationally. With three state-of-the-art units across the city housing 550 beds, the hospital combines world-class medical science with compassionate patient care. HOSMAT's team of 100+ highly skilled doctors, including 40+ senior consultants, and 600+ dedicated staff members work collaboratively to deliver personalized, specialized treatment. Rooted in its founding vision of providing quality healthcare with expertise and empathy, HOSMAT remains committed to innovation and excellence in every aspect of patient care, making it a beacon of trust in the medical community.

Nomad Pizza Takes Customers On A Global Journey With ‘Slices Without Borders’

Nomad Pizza, India’s go-to destination for authentic global-style pizzas, has announced the launch of its festive campaign, “Slices without Borders”, running from 1st October to 31st December 2025. The campaign is a celebration of cultural inclusivity and the universal love for pizza, a food that transcends borders, unites people, and tells the story of global flavours brought to local tables.

 

Reflecting Nomad Pizza’s identity as a culinary traveller, “Slices without Borders” curates a special World Pizza Tour Series, inspired by iconic cities and traditions. The menu features beloved classics such as the Italian Pizza Marinara and Naples Wood-Fired Pizza, global icons like the New York Thin Crust, Chicago Deep Dish, and Detroit Style Pizza, and inventive takes such as the K-Style Korean Pizza and Desi Flavour Indian Pizza—a spread designed to capture the diversity of taste across geographies.

 

Speaking about the campaign, Ankit Nagori, Chief Executive Officer, Curefoods, said, “Pizza has always been more than food—it’s a universal language of taste and togetherness. With ‘Slices without Borders,’ Nomad Pizza celebrates the joy of discovery, the richness of global flavours, and the inclusivity that food naturally inspires. It’s our way of taking customers on a culinary journey around the world, one slice at a time.”

 

The campaign will be promoted primarily through digital and social media channels, with AI-powered innovations shaping the storytelling. From AI-assisted creatives and hyper-localised digital ads, the technology will ensure personalised and impactful engagement with audiences across cities.

 

To further amplify the campaign, Nomad Pizza will bring the experience beyond its outlets through pop-up pizza activations in high-footfall areas, collaborations with food influencers, and an engaging social media contest where customers share their “Slice without Borders” moments for a chance to win exciting gift vouchers.

 

With “Slices Without Borders,” Nomad Pizza reaffirms its commitment to delivering authentic global pizza experiences in India, while highlighting food’s extraordinary ability to connect people across cultures, geographies, and celebrations.

 

About Curefoods:

Curefoods is a Bangalore-based internet-driven multi-brand food services company, founded by Ankit Nagori in 2020. It houses brands such as Kitchens of EatFit, CakeZone, Nomad Pizza, Sharief Bhai, Olio Pizza, Frozen Bottle, Krispy Kreme, Arambam, and more. For additional information, visit https://curefoods.in.

Airtel Payments Bank Partners With Hitachi Payment Services To Deploy End-To-End Soundbox Solution

Airtel Payments Bank announced its partnership with Hitachi Payment Services, a leading end-to-end payments and commerce solutions provider, to accelerate digital payment adoption through the deployment of an end-to-end Soundbox solution across India.

The partnership will accelerate the adoption of digital payments by expanding merchant acceptance and enable millions of customers to transact securely and digitally. The Bank aims to empower merchants across India with a reliable and secure technology platform, while supporting the complete merchant lifecycle from onboarding and training to device deployment, payment processing, real-time analytics and settlements. The Soundbox device launched in partnership with Hitachi Payment Services not only provides multilingual payment alerts but also acts as a dynamic channel for merchant promotions, helping businesses communicate offers more effectively.

 

Ganesh Ananthanarayanan, Chief Operating Officer of Airtel Payments Bank, said, “We are pleased to partner with Hitachi Payment Services for the Soundbox solution. Through this collaboration, we aim to bring greater ease and convenience to both merchants and customers by simplifying digital payments and offering real-time audio confirmation of the payment received. The Soundbox will empower small and medium businesses to accept digital payments seamlessly and securely, while enabling merchants to operate more efficiently and confidently.”

 

Anuj Khosla, Chief Executive Officer – Digital Business, Hitachi Payment Services, added, “We are proud to partner with Airtel Payments Bank to deliver an end-to-end Soundbox solution. By combining our expertise in digital payments with the strong merchant network of Airtel Payments Bank, we are together enabling merchants across urban and rural India to experience the distinct benefits of innovative digital payment technology. Our comprehensive offering instils trust, enhances efficiency, and fosters growth for merchants in an increasingly digital-first world.”

 

Airtel Payments Bank launched Soundbox earlier in 2024 for its merchant partners. To meet growing demand, the Bank has now partnered with Hitachi Payment Services for Soundbox deployment, while continuing to collaborate with its existing partners.

 

About Airtel Payments Bank:

Airtel Payments Bank offers a diverse range of safe, simple, and rewarding banking solutions through a network of over 5 lakh banking points spread across the country and its digital platforms. The Bank has also built a robust digital payments ecosystem across the country. Airtel Payments Bank is focused on contributing to the Government’s vision of Digital India and Financial Inclusion by taking digital banking services to the doorstep of every Indian.

 

About Hitachi Payment Services:

Hitachi Payment Services is an end-to-end payments and commerce solutions provider empowering banks and fintechs with a comprehensive array of solutions focused on security, reliability and innovation. A pioneer in the Indian payments space, it has over 79,000 ATMs under management (including 35,000 Cash Recycling Machines and 11,500 White Label ATMs). In addition, it caters to over 3 Mn merchant touch points and processes over 10 Mn transactions daily.

  

For more information on Hitachi Payment Services, please visit the company’s website at https://www.hitachi-payments.com/

Outstanding Women Entrepreneurs Building For The Future: TiE Women Global Pitch 2025, Bangalore Edition

Hydrogen Innovation Pvt Ltd will represent Bangalore in the global finale, competing for an equity-free cash prize from a pool of USD 50,000 that will be distributed among the top three teams Hydrogen Innovation Pvt Ltd aced the Bangalore Chapter Finals of the TiE Women Global Pitch Competition 2025, which brought together some of the most promising women-led startups from across the region. The event showcased ventures across diverse sectors, underscoring the spirit of innovation and resilience in women entrepreneurship.  This is part of TiE Global, a Silicon Valley-based startup incubator and a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship. The organisation has a massive footprint in India with close to 30 chapters across the country. Hydrogen Innovation Pvt. Ltd represented by Director Ramyasri D. S., who won the Bangalore Finals, will go on to represent the Bangalore Chapter of TiE at the TiE Global Summit, scheduled to take place in Jaipur, January 2026, where they will compete with winners from other chapters across the globe. At the global finale, the top three teams will have the opportunity to bag equity-free cash prizes of USD 50,000, further propelling their entrepreneurial journey. Resilience AI (RAISPL and RAI Inc), represented by Samhita, emerged as the first runner-up, while Intelekt AI, represented by Sudeshna Mukhopadhyay, secured the second runner-up position in the competition. Speaking on the occasion, Ritu Sharma, Executive Director of TiE Bangalore, said, “TiE Women is about building pathways for women founders to scale with confidence, capital, and community. This year’s finalists from Bengaluru are pushing boundaries across sectors from green hydrogen to AI and sustainability and reflect the true spirit of entrepreneurial leadership.” The startups were evaluated by an esteemed jury on key parameters including idea, team strength, competitive advantage, go-to-market strategy, product-market fit, financial strategy, and operational viability.   The jury panel comprised Joslin Jose, Vice President, PeerCapital; Joohi Smita Sinha, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India; and Antra Bhargava, Founder, The Dhurthi Collective. TiE Women Bangalore received 136 applications from across the region. From this, 10 inspiring founders were selected for the finale, representing diverse domains including clean energy, AI, sustainability, healthtech, childcare, and consumer brands. Through a structured chapter-level program, participants benefited from mentorship, investor connects, learning sessions, and the opportunity to pitch before an eminent jury panel. The finals showcased some of India’s most innovative women-led enterprises like Anubhuti Agarwal, RareReach; Laxmi Sri Pandrala, Kaml Health Pvt. Ltd; Naina Padaki, TrueAssist Technology Pvt. Ltd; Neethi Bhat, SuperNan Childcare Solutions Pvt. Ltd; Sahar Mansoor, Bare Necessities Zero Waste Solutions Pvt. Ltd; Shivi Maheshwari, Lionesspride Consumer Pvt. Ltd; and Sulekha Dey, Things Alive Solutions Pvt. Ltd (IIoT & Smart Agriculture). Beyond the finale, TiE Bangalore remains committed to supporting all ten finalists through continued mentorship, investor introductions, and access to TiE’s extensive market networks. The chapter also nurtures an active community of 114 women entrepreneurs, fostering peer learning, collaboration, and growth opportunities through its dedicated Women Entrepreneurs Group.

Department Of Culture And Tourism – Abu Dhabi And Frieze Announce Launch Of Frieze Abu Dhabi

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Frieze have today announced their partnership to evolve Abu Dhabi Art into Frieze Abu Dhabi, marking a new chapter in the emirate’s role on the global art calendar. 

For 17 years, Abu Dhabi Art has been a cornerstone of the region’s cultural landscape, establishing itself as a defining moment in the regional calendar. Anchored in the emirate’s world-class museums, dynamic artist residencies, and established institutions that nurture talent and emerging artists, the fair has built a reputation for credibility, while attracting an international collector base that reflects Abu Dhabi’s cosmopolitan spirit and global standing.

 

The evolution into Frieze Abu Dhabi builds on that legacy, reinforcing the emirate’s long-term cultural vision while extending the fair’s reach through Frieze’s international networks and expertise.

 

Anchored in its central role in the capital’s cultural life, the fair will continue an approach that remains rooted in discovery, dialogue and global perspectives. The collaboration represents the first major initiative under Frieze’s new ownership and reflects a shared ambition, underlining Abu Dhabi as a centre for culture and creativity, while giving Frieze a unique position in the Gulf’s most established art ecosystem.

 

H.E. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said: “For nearly two decades, Abu Dhabi Art has reflected our vision of culture as a driver of dialogue, connection, and creativity, supported by a vibrant ecosystem of museums, residencies, and institutions that nurture both established and emerging artists. The launch of Frieze Abu Dhabi is a natural evolution of that journey. It is rooted in the achievements of Abu Dhabi Art and will carry them onto the global stage, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a cultural capital while offering Frieze a unique gateway to the region. Together, we are creating a fair that is not only international in reach but also deeply connected to the values and strengths of Abu Dhabi.”

 

Simon Fox, CEO of Frieze, said: “We are honoured to work alongside DCT Abu Dhabi on the launch of Frieze Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi’s cultural leadership, underpinned by its world-class museums, institutions, and commitment to the arts, provides the foundation for this collaboration. Combined with the reach of Frieze’s global platform, we can amplify the emirate’s achievements while opening new possibilities for discovery, championing artistic practices from the region, and shaping the fair as a space for conversation and exchange.”

 

As Frieze Abu Dhabi, the fair will bring a distinctive Frieze approach, showcasing new artistic practices, highlighting artist-led projects, and providing a stage for the region to connect with the wider art world. Abu Dhabi, with its unparalleled cultural ecosystem, offers a powerful context for this collaboration. Together, a shared focus on discovery and dialogue will highlight the emirate’s cultural strengths while reinforcing the fair’s place on the international calendar.

 

The inaugural edition of Frieze Abu Dhabi will take place in November 2026 at Manarat Al Saadiyat, bringing together leading galleries from the Middle East and around the world. Deutsche Bank, Global Lead Partner of Frieze, will extend its long-standing support to the fair, continuing a collaboration that spans all Frieze’s fairs worldwide.

 

The 2025 edition of Abu Dhabi Art will take place as planned under its current format. The transformation into Frieze Abu Dhabi will begin with the 2026 edition, ensuring continuity for participating galleries and audiences this year while preparing for the fair’s new chapter. 

 

About the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi:

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions.

 

By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism. 

DCT Abu Dhabi’s vision is defined by the emirate’s people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.

 

For more information about the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and the destination, please visit: dctabudhabi.ae and visitabudhabi.ae

Hinduja Renewables Appoints Deepak Thakur As Managing Director And CEO

Hinduja Renewables Energy Private Limited (HREPL), part of Hinduja Group, has appointed Deepak Thakur as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective from October 1, 2025. He has over three decades of diverse experience across renewable energy, infrastructure, industrial products, and electronics.

 

Deepak has held leadership roles at multiple organizations including the Mahindra Group, Reliance, Sterling & Wilson, L&T, Honeywell, and Thermax. His experience spans the full renewable energy value chain across solar, wind, storage, and hybrid systems covering project development, EPC, O&M, upstream technology, manufacturing, and asset monetisation through InvITs.

 

He succeeds Sumit Pandey, who has stepped down from his position.

 

Commenting on Deepak’s appointment, Shom Hinduja, Chairman, HREPL said, “As we continue to build on our aspiration to be a leading player in the renewable energy domain, Deepak’s experience and leadership will be pivotal in our journey ahead. We are happy to have Deepak on board and look forward to collaboratively building Hinduja Renewables. I would also like to thank Sumit for his foundational contribution to Hinduja Renewables and wish him well for the future.”

 

Deepak Thakur said, “It is a privilege to be part of the Hinduja Group. The group’s deep commitment to renewables aligns strongly with India’s energy transition and I look forward to being part of this exciting journey of impact and growth.”

 

A committed advocate of clean energy and sustainability, Deepak contributed to the formulation of the National Solar Thermal Policy in 2009, helping lay the foundation for India’s clean energy roadmap.  He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pune and an MBA from Symbiosis Institute of Business Management.

  

About Hinduja Renewables: Hinduja Renewables, part of the Hinduja Group, is an independent renewable power producer with a vision to be a leader in the sustainable energy ecosystem, through valuecreating partnerships and innovative business models. It plans to grow through both organic and inorganic means in renewable energy and emerging sustainable energy technologies in distributed and utility segments. Committed to India’s quest for leadership in sustainable energy and self-reliance, Hinduja Renewables is seeking opportunities in the convergence between energy and mobility. Areas of active exploration include hybrid renewable projects, energy storage systems, green hydrogen generation (or value chain), and offshore wind. Today, it operates a portfolio of solar power plants spread across the country and aims to grow to a multi-GW capacity in the next few years.

Minister Priyank Kharge Meets With Academia, R&D Institutions Ahead Of BTS 2025

Highlights:

• Minister Kharge meets with leading R&D and Academic Institutions ahead of BTS 2025

• Meet underscores the importance of bridging the industry-Academia-R&D Gap

• Minister Kharge highlights various govt. initiatives aimed at nurturing a skilled workforce in Emerging areas of technology

• Leadership from prominent research and academic institutions present at the Meet

Ahead of the highly anticipated Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025, scheduled from 18th-20th November at Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre, an exclusive interactive Academia & R&D Meet was held earlier today, further reinforcing the event’s mission to strengthen collaboration between academia, research institutions, and industry. 

The meet was graced by Shri Priyank Kharge, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Biotechnology, and Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, Government of Karnataka; along with Dr. N. Manjula, IAS, Secretary, Department of Electronics, IT, Bt, and S&T, Government of Karnataka; Shri Rahul Sharanappa Sankanur, IAS, Director, Dept. of Electronics, IT & BT and MD, KITS, Govt. of Karnataka and Shri. Jagdish Patankar, Executive Chairman, MM Activ Sci-Tech Communications, Event Curator for BTS 2025.  

Hon’ble Minister engaged with the attendees and shared his vision for advancing Karnataka’s global leadership in research-driven innovation and technology development.

In his address, Shri Priyank Kharge highlighted the crucial role of the academic and research community in driving a sustainable and inclusive innovation ecosystem. He emphasized the need to bridge the gap between research and commercialization, ensuring that breakthroughs from Karnataka’s leading institutions translate into market-ready technologies and industry solutions.

He underscored the state’s commitment to fostering emerging technologies such as Quantum Computing, Semiconductor Design, AI, Robotics, SpaceTech, etc., through programs designed to empower researchers, startups, and students alike.

The event saw participation from leading research organizations, including ISRO, Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Indian Institute of Astrophysics, CSIR- 4PI, DRDO- ECS, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), INCeNSE- IISc, ICAR- Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), IIIT-B, Bangalore Bio Innovation Centre, and more. Along with them, the meet saw participation from top universities & academic institutions such as Garden City University, St. Joseph’s University, Jain University, Dayananda Sagar University, Alliance University, Reva University, JSS Science & Technology University, Imperial College of London, University of Mysore, Bangalore University, Manipal University, Amity University, Soundarya Group of Institutions, Atria University, RV University, Mangalore University etc. The program was also attended by leading industry associations such as ABLE, IESA, NASSCOM, TiE. 

Dr. N. Manjula, IAS, Secretary, Department of Electronics, IT, Bt, and S&T, Government of Karnataka, shared an overview of BTS 2025, highlighting its expanded focus areas, global partnerships, and new programme initiatives like Future Makers Conclave & others. She also emphasized Karnataka’s immense talent pool, noting that the state remains India’s technology leader — powered by its strong academic and research ecosystem.

As BTS 2025 approaches, the Government of Karnataka extends an invitation to all stakeholders in academia, R&D, and industry to participate in this year’s edition — to collaborate, innovate, and co-create solutions that will define the future of technology and scientific advancement. 

Photo Caption: Dr. N. Manjula, IAS, Secretary, Department of Electronics, IT, BT, and S&T, Government of Karnataka, Priyank Kharge, Minister for Information Technology, Biotechnology, and Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, Government of Karnataka along Rahul Sharanappa Sankanur, IAS, Director, Dept. of Electronics, IT & BT and MD, KITS, Govt. of Karnataka at an exclusive interactive Academia & R&D Meet.