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Lumax Auto Technologies Limited, a leading Tier-1 automotive systems and components supplier, has signed an agreement to acquire the remaining 25% stake in IAC International Automotive India Private Limited India from the International Automotive Components Group. IAC Group will continue to support IAC India thr0ugh a technology support agreement.

IAC India is a well-established Tier-1 plastic interior systems and components supplier to key automotive OEMs in India including Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Volkswagen and Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles among others. IAC India is a leader in the vehicle interior space and the sole supplier of integrated cockpits and door panels for the recently launched BEV model from Mahindra – BE6 & XEV 9e. It also has a strong and well established engineering centre providing advanced design and engineering services to customers in India and overseas which provides it a competitive advantage.

Mr. Deepak Jain, Chairman, Lumax Group, said, the consolidation will strengthen our strategic vision and enable future growth, building on the strong foundation to drive continuity, performance, and scalability. This development marks a significant milestone in our journey towards long-term value creation and providing comprehensive solutions across lighting, plastics, and interiors. It also reinforces its strategic position within IAC India and expands our footprint on major Electric Vehicle platforms of leading OEMs such as Mahindra & Mahindra, emphasising our commitment to the future of sustainable mobility

Mr. Anmol Jain, Managing Director of Lumax Auto Technologies, added,This strategic move will further strengthen Lumax Auto Technologies foothold in four-wheeler automotive plastics. This further integration will allow for better cost optimisation and rationalisation of resources, potentially creating financial flexibility at the parent level to pursue future strategic, inorganic opportunities that align with our long-term vision.  In addition, it will accelerate innovation and enhance our value proposition per vehicle that is seeing a shift towards improved interiors in passenger vehicles.

IAC India has five manufacturing plants across the country including two in Chakan, Pune and one each in Manesar, Nashik and Bangalore. It also has an in-house state-of-the-art Engineering centre in Pune with key capabilities in Product Designing and Engineering, Dimensional Engineering, Product Development, Program Management and Tooling development. The Engineering centre has a team of 330 engineers and designers with Global experience catering to all tool development requirements from customers as well as from its global sister concerns.

The closure of the transaction is subject to completion of customary conditions precedent and is expected by 31 May 2025. Lumax had earlier acquired 75% stake in IAC India in March 2023. Post the closure of above acquisition, IAC India will become a Wholly Owned Subsidiary of LATL. LATL will explore the possibility of merging IAC India with Lumax in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements to unlock further synergies between the two companies.

Rajoo Engineers Ltd. continues to set new standards in the manufacturing with an advanced Japanese machinery, strengthening its Total Quality Management (TQM) approach, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in core manufacturing

Rajoo Engineers Limited, a leader in the plastic extrusion machinery-manufacturing sector, has made a strategic leap with a Rs. 300 million investment in its Yantralaya, now upgraded with advanced 5-axis vertical multitasking machinery from Japan.

This significant enhancement boosts Rajoo’s production capacity by 40%, while elevating precision, efficiency, and Total Quality Management (TQM) standards. This expansion enables Rajoo to meet rising global demand for high-quality extrusion machinery with minimum human intervention during the set production and reduced dependency on manual processes.

Mr. Utsav Doshi, Jt. Managing Director of Rajoo Engineers Ltd., commented on the expansion, stating, “The investment in Yantralaya and the integration of advanced machinery reflect our ongoing commitment to bringing world-class manufacturing standards to India.

This expansion is not only about increased production; it is about harnessing technology to enhance precision, reduce human intervention, and ultimately create value for our customers. Yantralaya stands as a testament to our vision of pushing boundaries in manufacturing excellence.”

Plus revamped ratings & reviews, and the new Listings tab featuring a set of tools to help Hosts better showcase their homes

Airbnb has more than 7 million homes all over the world. Each home is one-of-a-kind, and this uniqueness is what sets Airbnb apart. But guests have told us that with so much variety, it can be hard to know what they’re going to get. This is why many people prefer hotels, and it’s the #1 obstacle preventing them from booking on Airbnb.

Today, we’re introducing three major upgrades to help guests understand exactly what to expect before they book:

• Guest Favorites – A collection of the 2 million most-loved homes on Airbnb based on ratings, reviews, and reliability .
• Revamped ratings & reviews – A redesigned ratings page, with new features to help guests understand the quality of every home.
• Listings tab – A set of new tools for Hosts to manage their listing and showcase the details guests care about most, including an AI-powered photo tour.

“People often describe checking into an Airbnb as a  ‘moment of truth’— when you find out if the home you booked meets your expectations,” said Brian Chesky, Airbnb co-founder and CEO. “Too often, it doesn’t. We’re changing that today. With Guest Favorites, revamped reviews, and the new Listings tab, you’ll now know exactly what to expect every time you book.”

Introducing Guest Favorites

The best way to find a great place to stay is by knowing which homes guests love the most. That’s why we created Guest Favorites—a collection of the 2 million most-loved homes on Airbnb based on ratings, reviews, and reliability data from over half a billion trips.

• Great ratings and reviews — Guest Favorites have excellent reviews and are rated above 4.9 stars on average. These homes also receive high marks for ease of check-in, cleanliness, listing accuracy, Host communication, location, and value.
• Outstanding reliability – Guest Favorites have a superb record of reliability, with Host cancellations and quality-related customer service issues of 1% on average.
• Easy to discover on Airbnb – Guest Favorites are available around the world, and they’re simple to find on Airbnb. Just look for the new badge in search results and on the listing page, or filter for Guest Favorites.

Nearly two-thirds of Guest Favorites come from Superhosts, who’ve been recognized for their track record of outstanding hospitality.

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A recent survey revealed that many are at risk due to misdiagnosis of encephalitis, a deadly brain inflammation. Over half of the surveyed Indian emergency medical professionals missed encephalitis as a potential diagnosis even when presented with common symptoms. Many of those surveyed underestimate the severity of encephalitis, with 62% not ranking death as a possible patient outcome following delayed recognition and treatment of encephalitis.

This lack of awareness leads to delayed diagnosis and treatment, and poorer patient outcome with death rate reaching up to 40% while survivors often experience debilitating long-term disabilities. While less than half (45%) of emergency medical professionals felt confident in recognizing encephalitis, 83% somewhat or strongly agreed they’d benefit from more training. This critical gap in medical knowledge puts many at risk. On 22nd February, World Encephalitis Day, Encephalitis International renews its commitment to raising awareness and recognition of the symptoms of encephalitis among both the public and the healthcare professionals.

Encephalitis International is committed to working towards providing health and medical professionals with globally accessible training and will continue to collaborate with international stakeholders,such asthe World Health Organisation (WHO), to make Encephalitis a global priority. Encephalitis affects one person every minute globally and has a higher incidence rate than Motor Neuron Disease (MND) and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) combined. Yet, 80% of the people are unaware of it. ..2.. 2 Dr Ava Easton, Chief Executive of Encephalitis International said, “In the wake of these alarming survey findings, itis clear that much more must be done to bridge the gap in encephalitis awareness and expertise.” “Encephalitis International is determined to increase this awareness among medical professionals through the development of globally accessible training programmes which will provide the tools for them to better recognize and treat Encephalitis.” “Of course, we cannot do this alone and will continue to work alongside international entities, such as the World Health Organisation, to elevate encephalitis as a global health priority.” Encephalitis is a deadly brain inflammation that can affect anyone regardless of age, sex or ethnicity.

Symptoms of encephalitis vary but can include: • Infectious encephalitis (decreased or altered level of consciousness, personality/ behavioural change, fever and a headache); • Autoimmune encephalitis (memory problems, psychiatric symptoms, decreased or altered level of consciousness and personality change). Death rates following encephalitis can be high. Survivors can be left with an acquired brain injury resulting in a wide range of difficulties such as problems with memory and other cognitive skills, changes in personality, emotional and behavioural difficulties, epilepsy, fatigue and other physical difficulties which can make return to school, work, family and social life very challenging

Sharda Care Healthcity, a leading tertiary care facility in Greater Noida, successfully treated 20-year-old Mr. Kartikya Srivastava, who was brought in a deeply comatose state after initial stabilisation at another hospital following a high-impact motorcycle accident in [Location of Accident]. In addition to severe brain injury, his condition was complicated by a lung infection, life-threatening sepsis, and a rare but deadly blood clotting disorder known as Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC). Without immediate hospitalisation and advanced trauma care, he risked irreversible brain damage or death due to excessive bleeding and organ failure. TheNeurosurgery team led by Dr. Ravindra Srivastava, Mch AIIMS ND ,Chairman of Neuro and Spine Surgery, delivered intensive treatment to control brain pressure, reduce swelling, and prevent secondary brain insults . With road accidents claiming over 1.5 lakh lives annually in India, this case underscores how timely intervention at a fully equipped trauma centre and neurosurgery excellence can mean the difference between life and death—especially when multiple organ systems are at risk.

Mr. Srivastava’s injuries were extremely complex. The accident caused a Diffuse Axonal Injury (DAI)—GRADE 3 , a serious brain injury where the connecting fibres in the brain are torn due to shearing and stretching of axons often leading to coma. Initial CT scan revealed severe brain swelling, and a later MRI confirmed DAI Grade 3 along with cerebral edema worsening his condition. Because he could not breathe on his own, doctors placed him on a ventilator for over several weeks and later performed a tracheostomy (a small opening in the windpipe) to help him breathe. While in intensive care, he developed a severe lung infection that spread into the bloodstream, causing sepsis—a life-threatening reaction that can lead to organ failure. This triggered Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC), a dangerous condition where abnormal clotting and bleeding happen at the same time, putting him at high risk of uncontrolled bleeding and further complications.

Dr. Ravindra Srivastava, Senior Consultant – Neurosurgery and HOD , Sharda Care Healthcity, said,

“This was an extremely critical case from the outset. The patient had a severe Diffuse Axonal Injury Gr-3, affecting the brain’s vital centres for consciousness, complicated by lung infection, sepsis, and a life-threatening clotting disorder, where survival rates can be very low. His survival and complete neurological recovery are a direct result of rapid intervention, continuous neuro-monitoring, and coordinated multidisciplinary care. For over 2 months, the Neurosurgery team led by Dr. Ravindra Srivastava , the overall management of brain trauma, while the Critical Care Medicine team led by Dr Anil ,ensured life support and stabilisation. Pulmonology treated the lung infection, and Infectious Disease specialists-controlled sepsis and Hematology managed the clotting disorder, while Physiotherapy, Dietetics, and 24/7 skilled nursing care supported rehabilitation and recovery. This integrated, round-the-clock approach was crucial in bringing him back to life.”

Dr Ravindra added, “Unfortunately, we are witnessing a steady rise in severe road accident cases. Many arrive in a critical state, and some do not survive despite the best efforts, leaving families devastated both emotionally and financially. Road safety measures—such as wearing helmets, following speed limits, and adhering to traffic rules—are not just guidelines, they are lifesaving actions. Preventing such tragedies is far better than treating them, and avoiding a single accident can spare a family the trauma of losing a loved one.”

Mr. Rishabh Gupta, Vice President, Sharda Care Healthcity, said: “This case is a powerful example of how timely intervention, advanced critical care infrastructure, and coordinated teamwork can save even the most critically injured patients. At Sharda Care Healthcity, we have one of the country’s largest Level 1 Emergency Care units, fully equipped to manage complex medical emergencies with speed and precision, drawing patients from across India. From high-risk surgeries to everyday treatments, every service we offer is guided by innovation and a patient-first approach.”

Expressing their gratitude, patient’s family said, “When we saw him in that condition after the accident, we feared the worst, as many doctors told us that he would be unconscious for many months ,but when Dr Ravindra Srivastava arrived in causality despite being Sunday that day ,he gave full assurrance and confidence that your child is in safe and experienced hands and should not worry.  I would say Shardacare is fortunate to have such highly qualified and experienced doctors from AIIMS New Delhi.The doctors especially Dr. Ravindra srivastava, nurses, and staff at Sharda Care Healthcity gave us hope at every step. Their dedication, expertise, and constant care brought our son back to life. We will forever be thankful especially to Dr Ravindra Srivastava for picking up phone at 1 am in night and managing the DIC and fever with his entire team for giving us our son back, healthy and smiling.He has given another life to my son Kartik and he is a God for me.

This marks the Group’s sixth opening in Goa where it operates hotels and resorts under multiple brands, including Radisson Blu, Radisson, and Park Inn. Mandrem Beach Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats Radisson Hotel Group is thrilled to announce the opening of Mandrem Beach Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats in the picturesque coastal region of Goa. Tucked amidst the serene beaches of Mandrem, the resort offers a unique blend of beachfront and riverfront accommodations to ensure that the guests experience the epitome of coastal grandeur.

Located in a proximity of around 28 km from Manohar International Airport in Goa and Thivim Railway Station, the resort offers a pristine escape for travelers seeking a quiet and secluded beach experience. Convenient transportation options, such as taxis, car rentals, and buses, are readily accessible within 1 km of the resort, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey for guests traveling by road. “We are thrilled to announce the opening of Mandrem Beach Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats. Our exclusive portfolio under this brand extension rests on beautiful properties offering tailor-made stays that are authentic, sustainable, and memorable. We remain committed to catering to the mounting demand for premium experiences with offerings like Radisson Individuals Retreats and growing our presence across India’s hidden gems.

This opening is a step ahead in this direction.” said Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director, and Area Senior Vice President, South Asia – Radisson Hotel Group A room with a bed and a door to the beachDescription automatically generated Premium room with sea view at Mandrem Beach Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats Donned in shades of pastel colors and equipped with thoughtful amenities, the rooms at the resort offer a unique blend of beachfront and river-facing options, ensuring a perfect space for guests to unwind. The resort offers luxury suites with a private plunge pool for those seeking a touch of extravagance.

The resort transcends the ordinary by providing sophisticated accommodations and a range of in-resort services to elevate the guest experience. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the pristine swimming pool with breathtaking views. Providing an elegant venue for unforgettable occasions like sunset pre-functions, evening sundowners, or grand weddings, the resort features a stunning 1,800 sq. ft. banquet hall and an expansive beach lawn with panoramic views of the Arabian Sea. Overlooking the river and the beach, the 1,600+ sq. ft. boardroom, Oyster, offers an ideal setting for small-scale corporate meetings and events. A person in a swimming poolDescription automatically generated

Cathay Pacific, a leading international airline, is thrilled to announce its recent achievement of being Certified as a Great Place To Work® in India. This certification is a testament to the company’s ongoing commitment to creating a positive workplace culture that nurtures employee well-being, engagement and growth.

“We are incredibly proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®. This achievement underlines our ongoing dedication to creating a workplace where our employees can thrive and feel proud to be part of our team. We believe that by investing in our people and providing a supportive environment, we can deliver exceptional service and experiences to our valued customers too. This recognition is the collective achievement of our people,” said Abhijit Abhyankar, Regional Head of People – South Asia, Middle East & Africa at Cathay Pacific.

Cathay Pacific prioritizes employee well-being by helping them grow personally and professionally. The company actively embraces diversity and promotes inclusion at every step, from recruitment to retirement. From initiatives like Work Your Way, a hybrid arrangement to encourage healthy work-life balance, to the Employee Assistance Programme for confidential mental health support, Cathay Pacific puts its employees front and centre.

Cathay Pacific’s standout employee-friendly initiatives include rewards and recognition through the Work Well Done platform, celebrations to acknowledge achievement of larger company goals, appreciation at department level, Long Service Awards, training and development, and fair advertising of internal vacancies. “Our culture defines the common values and the ways of working together towards our vision – to become one of the world’s greatest service brands. Our well-thought-out and consistent initiatives ensure our Employee Net Promoter Score is excellent year on year,” added Abhyankar.

Great Place To Work®, which is the global authority on workplace culture, has recognised Cathay Pacific for building a High-Trust, High-Performance Culture. The certification is a result of an employee survey conducted by the institute, followed by the submission of a Culture Audit that supplemented the survey on key points – trust, maximising human potential, values, leadership effectiveness, innovation, great workplace for women and bold acts of leadership.

The institute’s research of over three decades shows that great workplaces are characterised by great leadership, consistent employee experience, and sustainable financial performance. These organizations can deliver a consistent experience to all their employees irrespective of their role, gender, tenure, or level.