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Government has decided to do away with the VIP culture in hospitals: Delhi Health Minister

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 1 min read

With an effort to give everyone, be it the poor or the rich, equal quality treatment, Delhi Government has decided to eliminate the VIP culture in all government hospitals. As suggested by PTI, while addressing the CII 9th Health Insurance Summit in the national capital, Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Kumar Jain confirmed the news. ...

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5 fitness apps responsible of clearing crowd from gyms

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 5 min read

With the overflow of fitness apps in the market, it is extremely difficult to select the apt one to take forward a workout regime. To resolve the issue of selecting the right apps to kick a healthy routine, research arm MindShift Metrics has analaysed these Top 5 Android Fitness apps which may encourage and ...

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Healthcare start-up Welcome Cure raises Rs 40 cr in Pre Series A Funding from angel investors

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

Mumbai-based healthcare platform, Welcome Cure has raised about Rs 40 Cr (US$ 6 million) in pre-series A round of funding from two angel investors. The company has bagged the fund in two tranches, out of which, US$ 1 million was raised from high net-worth individuals and US$ 5 ...

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Wellness franchise giving room to healthcare brands to stretch their operations

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

The Indian healthcare sector is diversifying and opportunities are emerging in every segment. The need for efficiency, latest technology in healthcare delivery has led to the emergence of organized and professionally managed primary setups. A large number of providers are setting up chains of multispecialty outpatient clinics across India. Wellness franchise is the best ...

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Dr. Morepen launches international grooming range GUBB with Vidya Tikari

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

Leading player in wellness space, Dr. Morepen, a subsidiary of Morepen and a fast growing company in the OTC and Diagnostics, has announced the launch of GUBB International Grooming Range at the Monsoon Salon, New Delhi. Designed to make personal grooming a child’s play, Dr. Morepen has brought six GUBB categories to India ...

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Livon ropes in Bollywood Queen Kangna Ranaut as first brand ambassador

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

Leading hair serum brand Livon, which has created a niche for itself in hair care category by offering easiest solution to detangle hair. With an aim to revamp its existing market position, the brand has reintroduced the next gen Livon Serum with ultra-lightweight formulation. Designed for today’s women who ...

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Sudarshan Kriya Yoga may reduce Opiate dependence: AYUSH study

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

A recent study by the Ministry of AYUSH has unveiled that Yoga may significantly improve the quality of life of drug users and also reduce the frequency of drug use, especially heroin. The study concluded this year at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi and was funded under the ...

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Wellness franchise opens avenues of growth for franchisees

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 7 min read

Among all the existing industries in India, the Wellness industry demands high capital investment for growth, thus, players in this segment are increasingly relying on franchising to scale up businesses and extend reach to Tier II and III cities. In fact, the industry veterans believe, franchising will create ample job opportunities in ...

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Emami’s Fair and Handsome opens digital contest with brand endorser Hrithik Roshan

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 3 min read

In an endeavour to strengthen its youth appeal, Fair and Handsome, the leading fairness brand exclusively for men from the house of Emami Limited, has launched unique digital campaign #HandsomeLife with brand endorser Hrithik Roshan. #HandsomeLife is a platform for young and aspiring individuals who had the courage to break ...

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FMCG Major Dabur India bags distinction in Q2 result with 18.7% net profit surge

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

FMCG major Dabur India Ltd mitigated the impact of a challenging business environment and disturbances in key geographies to deliver strong profitable growth. Dabur India Ltd's Consolidated Net Sales for the second quarter of 2015-16 marked an 8.7 per cent growth at Rs2, 092.1 Crore, up from Rs 1,924.1 Crore ...

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