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Syngene International announces third year of STEM scholarship and mentorship program for women in collaboration with RICH
Syngene International Ltd., in partnership with the Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad (RICH) and Biocon Foundation, launched the third cohort of its flagship scholarship, mentoring and industry orientation program for women in STEM. Designed to empower women from tier two and three institutions, the program offers structured mentorship, financial assistance and hands-on research exposure, which includes practical experience in real lab environments.
Jul 95 min read


Raghav Chandra - The Progress Catalyst
Raghav Chandra, a progress catalyst in India’s digital transformation journey, is the co-founder and Chief Product and Technology Officer of Urban Company, Asia’s largest home services marketplace. His work has played a pivotal role in modernising the largely unorganised home services sector—bringing transparency, reliability, and scalability through technology.
Jun 282 min read


India’s leading surgical associations urge streamlined insurance implementation for robotic-assisted surgery to ensure equitable access
Recognising the regulatory shift brought about by the IRDAI, key surgeon associations in India have stressed the need for uniform implementation across health insurance providers. Dr. Vivek Bindal, Chairman, Clinical Robotic Surgery Association (India Chapter) said, “Both emerging clinical evidence and real-world surgical experience indicate that robotic-assisted surgery is associated with lower recurrence rates, reduced need for blood transfusions, and a measurable decline i
Jun 273 min read


Gaurav Munjal - The Progress Catalyst
Gaurav Munjal’s leadership has positioned Unacademy as a progress catalyst within India's education sector—disrupting conventional coaching models, empowering millions of students with affordable and flexible learning, and integrating technology to democratise education.
Jun 243 min read


Phanindra Sama - The Progress Catalyst
Phanindra Sama is an Indian tech entrepreneur celebrated for co-founding RedBus, the world’s largest online bus ticketing platform. As a progress catalyst in India’s digital transportation sector, Phanindra Sama's work has streamlined travel and pioneered transparent, technology-driven travel marketplaces.
Jun 213 min read


Ekta Kapoor - The Progress Catalyst
As the creative mind behind Balaji Telefilms and the digital platform ALTBalaji, Ekta Kapoor has consistently served as a catalyst for genre innovation and the elevation of women-centric narratives in Indian media. Starting her career at just 17, Ekta Kapoor has driven the progress of the television and OTT industry by fusing traditional themes with bold, contemporary formats.
Jun 103 min read


Priyanka Gill - The Progress Catalyst
Priyanka Gill is an entrepreneur and investor whose career has been a catalyst for innovation across digital media, influencer marketing, and now sustainable luxury. From founding POPxo—a pioneering content platform for Indian women—to co-founding the Good Glamm Group and launching the lab-grown diamond venture Coluxe, Priyanka Gill has consistently driven progress by merging content, commerce, and conscious consumerism.
Jun 13 min read


MediBuddy drops a musical wake-up call with #NoPuffPlease
MediBuddy, India’s largest digital healthcare company, unveiled a campaign like no other — #NoPuffPlease— ahead of World No Tobacco Day. The campaign urges smokers to avoid smoking not just for their own health, but to protect the people around them — friends, family, colleagues, and even strangers who often become passive smokers without a choice.
May 293 min read


World-leading cancer centre, The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, using AI to push boundaries of cancer research with NTT DATA and CARPL.ai
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, a world-leading specialist cancer centre, has today announced a pioneering partnership with NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, and CARPL.ai, a leading enterprise imaging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning operations (MLOps) platform.
May 275 min read


Matri launches India’s slimmest dual mode period pain relief device – Now available exclusively on MyMatri.com
Backed by science and inspired by real experiences, Matri Pro is designed to provide drug-free, non-invasive menstrual pain relief using a combination of advance TENS technology.
May 243 min read


Punjab Police and Hartek Foundation sign MoU to advance gender-responsive road safety SAAHAS fellowship launched as first initiative under the partnership
Traffic and Road Safety Wing of Punjab Police signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hartek Foundation today, establishing a collaborative framework aimed at advancing road safety through a gender-responsive and data-driven approach. Additionally, this partnership shall support R&D on enhancing the visibility and safety of the traffic officials on the road through solar powered infrastructure like traffic aid posts, halting stations, solar helmets etc.
May 202 min read


Sofia Qureshi - The Progress Catalyst
Colonel Sofia Qureshi is a distinguished officer in the Indian Army, renowned for her pioneering contributions to military communications and cyber warfare. Her leadership during critical operations and her role in modernising the Army's technological capabilities have made her a catalyst for progress within the armed forces.
May 102 min read


Zomato concludes the second edition of Plastic-Free Future Packathon, graced by Shri Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, Startup India DPIIT
Zomato, India's food ordering and delivery platform, in collaboration with Startup India, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, concluded the second edition of the Zomato Plastic-Free Future Packathon, held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
May 93 min read


Dr. Tessy Thomas - The Progress Catalyst
A progress catalyst in India's strategic defence sector, Dr Tessy Thomas has significantly advanced indigenous missile technology, inspiring a generation of scientists and engineers.
May 33 min read


Medkart launches India’s first tool to find substitute medicine and compare prices, transforming access to affordable healthcare
Medkart Pharmacy has unveiled India’s first comprehensive online platform dedicated to comparing your brand of medicines prescribed by the doctor with quality generic medicines. This pioneering initiative empowers consumers to make informed choices by providing transparent information on drug prices, compositions, and alternatives.
May 22 min read


Ronnie Screwvala - The Progress Catalyst
As the founder of UTV Group and a catalyst for progress in Indian cinema, Ronnie Screwvala played a pivotal role in introducing organised, corporatised practices into Bollywood.
Apr 264 min read


Tata Tea Jaago Re’s AI campaign champions the power of collective actions for a positive climate impact
Tata Tea Jaago Re is back with its latest AI-powered campaign, 'Har Green Action se Farak Padega’, to fight climate change.
Apr 214 min read


IET India announces 9th edition of Scholarship Award for undergraduate engineering students
Applications for the 9th edition of IET India Scholarship Award are open until 31 May. With a prize pool of Rs 10 lakhs, the scholarship offers both financial support and national recognition.
Apr 172 min read


Aakriti Rawal - The Progress Catalyst
Aakriti Rawal's innovative approach has positioned her as a catalyst for progress in the Indian fashion industry.
Apr 122 min read


Swara Baby Products unveils India’s first tree-free diaper technology
India's first tree-free diaper technology by Swara Baby Products reduces wood pulp usage from 100% to approximately 7%, a noteworthy step towards prevention of deforestation
Apr 112 min read

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