Social

Drug Awareness Programme Held at Goa Dental College, Bambolim


A drug awareness programme under the 30 Days Awareness Campaign was conducted at Goa Dental College, Bambolim, educating students on the legal, social, and health consequences of drug abuse through expert sessions by legal, police, and medical professionals.

Social

Vedanta Sesa Goa Crosses 1 Million Meals Mark Through #RunForZeroHunger Initiative


Vedanta Sesa Goa has successfully contributed over 1 million meals since 2022 through the #RunForZeroHunger initiative, part of the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon. The 2025 edition saw 30+ events across 5 states, with impactful participation from employees, partners, students, and communities.

Human Interest

Deepika Padukone Becomes the Voice of Meta AI and Indiaโ€™s First Mental Health Ambassador


Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone has been announced as the voice of Meta AI across multiple countries and appointed as Indiaโ€™s first-ever Mental Health Ambassador by the Union Ministry of Health. Her dual roles highlight her growing impact beyond cinemaโ€”into tech and public health.

Health

Dr. Sairaj Phaldessai Appointed as Collaborator in Rural Health by The University of Tokyo


Dr. Sairaj Phaldessai, a Goa Medical College graduate and son of the late Dr. Satish Phaldessai, has been appointed by The University of Tokyo as a Collaborator in Rural Health. He will present papers on rural healthcare in India, representing Goa on the global stage.

Business

Asiaโ€™s Largest Hospital to Rise in Pune, Named After Lata Mangeshkar


The Maharashtra government has announced the construction of Asiaโ€™s largest hospital in Pune, dedicated to the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar. The state aims to create a world-class healthcare facility that honors her legacy while serving millions.