Symbiosis to host an International (virtual) Conference on Mental Health for higher educational institutions

Accra [Ghana] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 12: Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, has been recognized among the "100 Most Impactful Voices 2026" by ABCD Africa, a prestigious recognition celebrating influential women of African descent who are using their platforms to inspire change, amplify important social conversations, and drive meaningful impact across communities. The list features prominent women leaders and changemakers from 54 African countries and also includes the President of Tanzania. The list came out on the occasion of International Women's Day 2026.

The annual awards of the Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) represent one of India's enduring traditions of honouring individuals whose work embodies service, courage and dedication to society. The awards were instituted in 1980 by Bhagwat Singhji Mewar, the 75th Custodian of the House of Mewar. Conceived with the vision of recognising individuals who uphold the values associated with Mewar's legacy, the awards have grown over the decades into a respected platform celebrating contributions across culture, social service, governance, environmental stewardship and heritage preservation.

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 12: Harrow International School Bengaluru, which draws on the distinguished 452-year heritage of Harrow School in the UK, has announced the appointment of Dr Caroline Pascoe as its new Head of School.

Punjab [India], March 11: Guinness World Records has honoured Dr. Mukesh Sharda, founder of Dr. Sharda Ayurveda, on a momentous and proud occasion for India and the Ayurvedic community. The achievement symbolises years of commitment and her outstanding contributions to the healthcare industry, for which the entire country is proud.

New Delhi [India], March 10: In a significant advancement in cardiac care, specialists at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals successfully performed a complex leadless pacemaker implantation in a 65-year-old patient with a metallic prosthetic tricuspid valve. The procedure, performed by Dr Vanita Arora, marks the first time in India that a leadless pacemaker has been implanted through a metallic prosthetic valve, offering a safer, non-surgical treatment option for patients with similar complex cardiac histories.