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Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], March 12: As a strategic move to refresh and strengthen its core vision, Hong Leong Islamic Bank ("HLB Islamic" or the "Bank") is transitioning to a refreshed consumer-facing brand identity, now known as HLB Islamic, and a strengthened core proposition that approaches financial services not as a series of siloed products and transactions, but as total wealth stewardship through a Shariah-principle-guided life-cycle approach known as Hayat @ HLB Islamic. This evolution is rooted in the Bank's new philosophy, 'Timeless Principles Guiding Tomorrow's Wealth', introduced during its 20th anniversary last December to signal a new chapter in wealth stewardship.

India's non-bank financial companies (NBFCs) are expected to expand faster than traditional banks over the coming decade as lenders adopt artificial intelligence and expand into new loan segments, according to a research report by Nomura.

India's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth is expected to moderate to 7.1 per cent in fiscal 2027 from 7.6 per cent in the previous year, according to a report by Crisil Intelligence.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 11: Lord's Mark Industries Limited has entered into a Technology Transfer Agreement with the Centre for Materials for Electronic Technology (CMET) to manufacture an AI-powered, radiation-free Breast Screening Wearable Device for early detection of breast cancer.

New Delhi [India], March 11: In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, a new generation of entrepreneurs is emerging with ideas that go beyond profit to create meaningful impact. These dynamic leaders are not only building successful enterprises but are also redefining industries through innovation, resilience, and purpose-driven strategies. From embracing technology to addressing real-world challenges, they are shaping businesses that contribute to economic growth while delivering value to society.

New Delhi [India], March 11: Prostate enlargement, which is called Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement and is common in ageing men. As the prostate enlarges, it compresses the urethra and interferes with normal urine flow. BPH is extremely common: affecting roughly 50% of men by age 60 and up to 90% by age 80. Typical symptoms include:

Alternative investment funds (AIFs) have transitioned from the margins of the financial system to become an important pillar of India's capital markets, connecting capital with sectors that require it most. Addressing the IVCA Conclave 2026 in Mumbai on Wednesday, Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey stated that the current geopolitical situation serves as a reminder that capital must do more than chase returns. "It must also build resilience," he noted, adding that for India, this creates a larger role for the AIF industry to finance sectors like renewables, logistics, and strategic manufacturing.

New Delhi [India], March 10: Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Limited ("Axis Max Life"/ "Company") has entered into a strategic Corporate Agent partnership with Saarathi Finance and Credit Private Limited ("Saarathi Finance"), a next-generation greenfield non-banking financial company (NBFC) focused on bridging the credit gap for India's Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

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.

New Delhi [India], March 10: Global healthcare leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators from nine countries convened in Kolkata for the International Workshop 2026 on the Future of Healthcare Systems, organised by iKure Techsoft Pvt. Ltd. The two-day dialogue brought together experts from healthcare delivery, academia, technology, financing, and public health ecosystems to explore how health systems must evolve to address rising disease burdens and improve access to care. The workshop focused on practical pathways for strengthening healthcare systems, including non-communicable disease management, healthcare financing and outpatient access, med-tech innovation, resilient supply chains, and responsible data governance in digital health ecosystems.