India’s Neuro Care Leader: Narayana Health City Surpasses 1 Lakh Neurological Treatments

Narayana Health City Achieves Landmark of 1 Lakh Neurology Procedures

Bengaluru, September 23, 2025: Narayana Health City has completed over one lakh neurological procedures in the past two decades, marking a historic milestone in advanced brain and neuro care. The achievement underlines the hospital’s pioneering role in complex treatments, cutting-edge technology, and patient-centered care.

Over the years, the hospital has managed critical neurological cases ranging from life-threatening seizures and strokes to rare movement disorders, with success stories reflecting the impact of multidisciplinary teamwork.

One such case was that of a 21-year-old student, Ms. Deepa (name changed), who was admitted with super-refractory status epilepticus — a severe condition where seizures persist beyond 24 hours despite aggressive treatment. A dedicated team of neurologists, epileptologists, and critical-care specialists worked intensively for seven weeks, using anaesthetic coma therapy, anti-seizure drugs, and immunotherapy. Against all odds, she recovered fully and is now leading an independent life.

“Seizures lasting beyond five minutes should be treated as a medical emergency. Timely recognition and intervention can save lives,” said Dr. Gopal Krishna Dash, Senior Consultant Epileptologist at Narayana Health City.

Another case involved a 50-year-old man, Mr. Rajesh (name changed), who suffered from severe dystonia, a movement disorder causing uncontrollable muscle contractions. Standard medications and injections offered no relief, leading doctors to perform Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). The procedure, which involves implanting electrodes to regulate abnormal brain activity, brought dramatic improvement, allowing him to regain normalcy within a month.

“Awareness about DBS remains limited, yet its impact on movement disorders can be remarkable. Its scope is expanding rapidly and deserves greater recognition,” said Dr. Kuldeep Shetty, Consultant Movement Disorders Specialist.

Highlighting the wider risk of neurological conditions, Dr. Vikram Huded, Senior Consultant, Director and Clinical Lead, Interventional Neurology Program, said, “One in four people faces the risk of stroke during their lifetime, while one in fifty may develop a brain aneurysm, which is treatable. Subtle symptoms must never be ignored. Rapid imaging and timely interventions such as Mechanical Thrombectomy, Carotid Stenting, and Flow Diversion are available to protect brain function and restore quality of life.”

Among the milestone’s most notable voices was renowned singer Lucky Ali, a former patient. He suffered a transient ischemic attack (TIA) while travelling from Goa to Bengaluru. Thanks to his daughter’s swift action, he reached a hospital in time and later underwent a successful carotid stenting procedure at Narayana Health City.
“The treatment was smooth and painless. My recovery was possible only because we acted fast. I congratulate Narayana Health on achieving one lakh neurology procedures and thank the clinical and nursing teams for their expert care,” he said.

This milestone reflects how early diagnosis, technology-driven interventions, and coordinated expertise can change lives. Narayana Health City continues to set benchmarks in comprehensive neuro care, offering patients renewed hope and healthier futures.

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Breaking Barriers: Women and Trans Women Lead Bengaluru’s New Mobility Movement

Namma Sarathi Trust Launches ‘Pink Auto’ Fleet Driven by Women and Trans Women in Bengaluru.

Initiative aims to ensure safer travel, create livelihoods, and bring inclusivity to city transport.

Bengaluru, September 23, 2025 – In a pioneering move towards inclusive and women-led mobility, Namma Sarathi Trust (R) has rolled out “Namma Sarathi”, a fleet of pink auto-rickshaws driven by women and trans women in Bengaluru. The initiative is designed to promote safer public transport, empower underrepresented communities, and challenge long-standing gender stereotypes in the city’s transport sector.

Although Bengaluru’s urban transport system has expanded rapidly, women remain significantly underrepresented as drivers in the para-transit space. Namma Sarathi seeks to change this by providing structured training, support, and employment opportunities. The Trust plans to prepare 1,000 women and trans women drivers by March 2026 and scale the program to 10,000 drivers by 2030, positioning them as a key force in the city’s evolving mobility ecosystem.

The project will be supported by five training centres across Bengaluru. Each centre will run a three-month program covering driving skills, traffic rules, vehicle upkeep, digital and financial literacy, customer service, and self-defense. In collaboration with the RTO and financial institutions, the Trust will also assist participants in obtaining driving licenses and vehicle loans, while facilitating employment through unions and aggregator platforms.

“Namma Sarathi is not just about auto training, it is about community,” said the Trust’s team in a joint statement. “By placing women and trans women in the driver’s seat, we are creating opportunities for dignity, independence, and safer urban travel. Our vision is to normalize their presence on city roads and inspire similar models across India.”

C. Sampath, President of Namma Sarathi Trust, described the launch as a “historic moment”. “For too long, women and trans women have been passengers but rarely drivers. With Namma Sarathi, we are rewriting that story,” he said.

Vice President Rudra Murthi stressed the social impact of the initiative: “This is about more than employment—it is about representation. Every pink auto will symbolize courage and change.”

General Secretary Kavri highlighted the program’s holistic design: “We are equipping drivers with not just technical skills but also financial literacy, digital knowledge, and self-defense, ensuring long-term empowerment.”

Joint Secretary Meenakshi added: “Our dream is for women and trans women behind the wheel to be seen as normal. True change will be when such sight no longer feels unusual.”

Treasurer Dr. Devika Raj underlined the broader vision: “Namma Sarathi is more than just pink autos on the road. It is a movement putting women and trans women at the heart of Bengaluru’s inclusive transport future. Over time, we envision thousands joining the city’s auto network.”

The Trust also expressed gratitude to Dr. Tulsyan for his early guidance. “His belief in our mission gave us the strength to begin. His support has shaped Namma Sarathi into a movement rather than a project,” the team said.

The initiative is expected to generate monthly earnings between ₹15,000 and ₹25,000 for participants, while offering passengers a reliable and safe transport option. More importantly, it provides a scalable model for women-led mobility that can be replicated across Indian cities.

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Great Indian Brew Festival 2025 Draws 10,000 Visitors at Ecoworld

Bengaluru, Sept. 22 – The Bay at Ecoworld, Brookfield Properties’ cultural and dining hub, turned into a lively destination on Sunday as it hosted the Great Indian Brew Festival (GIBF) 2025. The day-long event attracted more than 10,000 visitors, making it one of the city’s largest gatherings for food, drink, and music enthusiasts.

The festival showcased 65 beer varieties from 15 breweries and a spread of 12 food stalls, offering everything from Italian and Asian dishes to German bratwursts and Mangalorean comfort food. Popular names such as Kampot, Nizaams, German Brazelhaus, Roma, NY Pizza Co., Funky Belgian Waffles, Sheesh Kebab, and Amadora were among the highlights.

Adding to the festive atmosphere were live performances by four bands across genres, alongside activities such as Giant Jenga, Bull Terrain rides, tattoo booths, trampolines, and family play zones, creating a carnival-like experience.

Brookfield Properties said the event reflected its aim of building destinations that go beyond retail. “Hosting the festival at The Bay is part of our strategy to create vibrant community spaces where culture and lifestyle thrive,” said Nitin Bir, Vice President – Retail Leasing, Brookfield Properties, India.

Event co-hosts BuzzinON Media & Events and Converge called the festival a celebration of Bengaluru’s inclusive spirit. “The turnout showed how strongly this city embraces culture and community,” said Smriti Menon, Co-founder of BuzzinON.

Organisers also stressed on safety and family-friendly measures, with designated safe zones, ID checks, medical teams, and crowd management in place. Tickets were available through BookMyShow.

Venue: The Bay, Ecoworld, Marathahalli–Sarjapur Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru – 560103

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ನವರಾತ್ರಿಯ ಶುಭದಿನದಲ್ಲಿ ರಣರಾಗಿಣಿ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಶಾಖೆಯ ಭವ್ಯ ಉದ್ಘಾಟನೆ(ಹಿಂದೂ ಜನಜಾಗೃತಿ ಸಮಿತಿ – ಕೆಂಗೇರಿ ಉಪನಗರ)

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 22: ನವರಾತ್ರಿಯ ಪವಿತ್ರ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಹಿಂದೂ ಜನಜಾಗೃತಿ ಸಮಿತಿಯ ರಣರಾಗಿಣಿ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಶಾಖೆಯು ಕೆಂಗೇರಿ ಉಪನಗರದ ಶ್ರೀವರ ಸಿದ್ಧಿ ವಿನಾಯಕ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ಅದ್ದೂರಿಯಾಗಿ ಉದ್ಘಾಟಿಸಲ್ಪಟ್ಟಿತು.

ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮಿತಿಯ ಸಮನ್ವಯಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಚಂದ್ರ ಮೊಗವೀರ್, ಶ್ರೀ ಶರತ್ ಕುಮಾರ್, ರಣರಾಗಿಣಿ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಸಂಯೋಜಕರಾದ ಸೌ. ಭವ್ಯ ಮೋಹನ ಗೌಡ, ದೇವಾಲಯದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಕದ್ರಪ್ಪ, ಸೇವಕರಾದ ಸೌ. ಸೌಮ್ಯ ಗೌಡ ಮತ್ತು ಸೌ. ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ 25ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಶಾಖೆಯ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಸದಸ್ಯರು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾತನಾಡಿದ ಸೌ. ಭವ್ಯ ಮೋಹನ ಗೌಡ ಅವರು, “ಹಿಂದೂ ಜನಜಾಗೃತಿ ಸಮಿತಿ ಸ್ಥಾಪನೆಯಾದ ದಿನದಿಂದಲೂ 23 ವರ್ಷಗಳಿಂದ ಹಿಂದೂ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ ಸ್ಥಾಪನೆಗಾಗಿ ಶ್ರಮಿಸುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಇದುವರೆಗೆ 200 ಹಿಂದೂ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ ಅಧಿವೇಶನಗಳು, 2250 ಹಿಂದೂ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ ಸಭೆಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ 1000ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಹಿಂದೂ ಸಂಘಟನೆಗಳ ಒಕ್ಕೂಟದ ಮೂಲಕ ಸುಮಾರು 25 ಲಕ್ಷ ಹಿಂದೂ ಸಮಾಜದಲ್ಲಿ ಧರ್ಮಜಾಗೃತಿ ಮೂಡಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಜೊತೆಗೆ 300ಕ್ಕೂ ಅಧಿಕ ಧರ್ಮಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ವರ್ಗಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಸಾವಿರಾರು ಜನರಿಗೆ ಹಿಂದೂ ಧರ್ಮದ ಬೋಧನೆ ನೀಡಲಾಗಿದೆ,” ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು.

ಅವರು ಮುಂದುವರಿದು, ಮಹಿಳೆಯರ ರಕ್ಷಣೆಗೆ ಸ್ವಸಂರಕ್ಷಣೆ ತರಗತಿಗಳು, ಲವ್ ಜಿಹಾದ್ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಅಭಿಯಾನಗಳು ಹಾಗೂ ಅಶ್ಲೀಲತೆಯಂತಹ ಸಮಾಜದ ಅನಿಷ್ಠಗಳ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ಹೋರಾಟಗಳನ್ನು ನಡೆಸಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು. ಭವಿಷ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ರಣರಾಗಿಣಿ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಶಾಖೆಯು ಇನ್ನಷ್ಟು ಕಾರ್ಯಚಟುವಟಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿಸ್ತರಿಸಿ ಧರ್ಮರಕ್ಷಣೆಗೆ ಶ್ರಮಿಸಲಿದೆ ಎಂಬ ವಿಶ್ವಾಸವನ್ನು ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು.

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DSM Fresh Food Launches IPO on September 26; Price Band Set at Rs. 96–101

DSM Fresh Food to Launch IPO on September 26; Price Band at Rs. 96–101 per Share

Bengaluru, September 22, 2025: DSM Fresh Food Limited, the company behind the well-known brand Zappfresh, is set to open its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on Friday, September 26, 2025, with a price band of Rs. 96 to Rs. 101 per equity share (face value Rs. 10). The public subscription will close on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, while the Anchor Investor portion will be open on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

The IPO comprises up to 59,06,400 equity shares, of which 3,31,200 shares are reserved for Market Makers. The net issue of 55,75,200 shares is expected to raise approximately Rs. 56.3 crore.

Founded in 2015, Zappfresh is one of India’s leading omnichannel retailers of fresh meat and ready-to-cook/eat products, including chicken, mutton, and seafood. The company follows an integrated supply chain model, covering sourcing, processing, cold storage, and distribution, ensuring high-quality, hygienic, and fresh products for both retail consumers and HoReCa (hotel, restaurant, catering) partners.

The IPO will be conducted through the Book Building Process in line with SEBI regulations. The allocation is structured to include:

Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs): Up to 50% of the net issue, with a portion reserved for Anchor Investors.

Retail Individual Investors: At least 35% of the net issue.

Non-Institutional Investors: Minimum 15% allocation.

Employees: Eligible employees can apply under the Employee Reservation Portion.


Investors, except Anchor Investors, are required to apply through the ASBA (Application Supported by Blocked Amount) process or via the UPI mechanism.

The funds raised through the IPO are intended to support strategic growth initiatives, including:

Working capital: Rs. 25 crore

Marketing: Rs. 15 crore

Capital expenditure: Rs. 11 crore

Inorganic growth through acquisitions and other strategic initiatives: Rs. 3 crore

General corporate purposes


Narnolia Financial Services Limited is acting as the Book Running Lead Manager (BRLM) for the issue. The company plans to list its shares on the SME platform of BSE (BSESME).

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