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
Para-athlete Gagdas Parmar has received significant support from the Gujarat government to advance his sporting career. Gagdas, who lost both his legs in a tragic electric shock accident in 2017, was provided financial assistance of Rs 14 lakh under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) f
New Delhi [India], December 16: India must urgently recognise prosthetic care as a core pillar of public health, social inclusion, and national productivity, according to a new policy paper titled "Fixing the Mobility Divide: A Policy Roadmap for Accessible Prosthetic Care in India." The pap
The Durga Battalion of the Indian Army's Poonch Brigade, in collaboration with Pritam Spiritual Trust, conducted a 3-day camp in Poonch, providing free artificial limbs, wheelchairs, and crutches to 200 specially-abled individuals. It was held as part of the 77th Poonch Link-Up Day celebr
New Delhi [India], November 7: The Orthotics and Prosthetics Association of India (OPAI) - Delhi Chapter celebrated the International Prosthetics & Orthotics Day 2025 at the Speaker Hall, Constitution Club of India, New Delhi. Professionals, experts, researchers, and students from across the
Trinidad and Tobago PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar announced a new artificial limb centre with Indian support, following PM Modi's July pledge. Over 800 people will benefit from free prosthetic fittings at a 50-day camp, addressing high diabetes-related amputations and supporting patients across
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 1: The Global Excellence Awards 2025 (GEA), the Biggest Business Awards, organized by Brand Empower Pvt. Ltd., on 17th August 2025, was hosted in a prestigious location in Maharashtra with the ever-graceful Kajol Devgan as the Chief Guest. The event ce
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 30: On July 20, over 6,500 runners participated in the 14th Hexaware Dream Runners Half Marathon (DRHM) in Chennai, reflecting Hexaware's commitment to promoting a healthier lifestyle and giving back to the community.