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NEW DELHI, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- To observe this year's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs) recently launched across India a unique initiative that blended indulgence with awareness through 'Check-Olate', a sweet treat that carries an even sweeter reminder: take a moment for yourself.
Breast cancer is one of the major public health challenges worldwide. GLOBOCAN data indicates approximately 2.3 million new female breast cancer cases worldwide. Recognising the urgent need for greater awareness and proactive prevention, ACCs aimed to normalise self-care through Check-Olate and empower women to make breast self-examination a monthly ritual.
Eminent breast oncologists at Apollo Cancer Centres stated that when it comes to breast cancer, early detection isn't just important, it's lifesaving. They stressed the fact that ACCs have witnessed firsthand how timely screening and awareness have helped save numerous women through early-stage diagnosis and treatment.
ACCs' clinicians said that Check-Olate is their way of turning a moment of indulgence into a reminder for proactive health. Dark chocolate, known for its antioxidant and mood-enhancing benefits, becomes a comforting messenger of care, reminding every woman that a simple self-examination, just a few minutes a month, can make all the difference. By making this message accessible and relatable, they aim to replace fear with awareness and action.
Dr. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice-Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited, said, "When women are healthy, nations prosper. Every woman's well-being is a force multiplier that strengthens families, communities, and the economy. Closing the women's health gap could add an estimated 1 trillion dollars annually to the global economy by 2040. At Apollo, we see women's health as a national priority and a shared responsibility. Through Apollo Cancer Centres, we are advancing early detection, enabling timely intervention, and building a culture where proactive care is the norm. The 'Check-Olate' initiative is another purposeful step in this mission, reminding women that self-care is not a privilege; it is power, and it fuels a healthier, stronger, and more prosperous India."
Each bar of dark chocolate (Check-Olate) features a QR code that, when scanned, opens an animated video demonstrating a step-by-step guide on breast self-examination.
Beyond its symbolic warmth, Check-Olate used dark chocolate for its proven wellness benefits. According to NCBI, dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and flavonoids that help reduce inflammation, support heart health, and uplift mood.
Log on to: https://apollocancercentres.com/
Contact
Dr. Karthik Anantharaman
karthik_anantharaman@apollohospitals.com
NEW DELHI, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- To observe this year's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs) recently launched across India a unique initiative that blended indulgence with awareness through 'Check-Olate', a sweet treat that carries an even sweeter reminder: take a moment for yourself.
Breast cancer is one of the major public health challenges worldwide. GLOBOCAN data indicates approximately 2.3 million new female breast cancer cases worldwide. Recognising the urgent need for greater awareness and proactive prevention, ACCs aimed to normalise self-care through Check-Olate and empower women to make breast self-examination a monthly ritual.
Eminent breast oncologists at Apollo Cancer Centres stated that when it comes to breast cancer, early detection isn't just important, it's lifesaving. They stressed the fact that ACCs have witnessed firsthand how timely screening and awareness have helped save numerous women through early-stage diagnosis and treatment.
ACCs' clinicians said that Check-Olate is their way of turning a moment of indulgence into a reminder for proactive health. Dark chocolate, known for its antioxidant and mood-enhancing benefits, becomes a comforting messenger of care, reminding every woman that a simple self-examination, just a few minutes a month, can make all the difference. By making this message accessible and relatable, they aim to replace fear with awareness and action.
Dr. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice-Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited, said, "When women are healthy, nations prosper. Every woman's well-being is a force multiplier that strengthens families, communities, and the economy. Closing the women's health gap could add an estimated 1 trillion dollars annually to the global economy by 2040. At Apollo, we see women's health as a national priority and a shared responsibility. Through Apollo Cancer Centres, we are advancing early detection, enabling timely intervention, and building a culture where proactive care is the norm. The 'Check-Olate' initiative is another purposeful step in this mission, reminding women that self-care is not a privilege; it is power, and it fuels a healthier, stronger, and more prosperous India."
Each bar of dark chocolate (Check-Olate) features a QR code that, when scanned, opens an animated video demonstrating a step-by-step guide on breast self-examination.
Beyond its symbolic warmth, Check-Olate used dark chocolate for its proven wellness benefits. According to NCBI, dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and flavonoids that help reduce inflammation, support heart health, and uplift mood.
Log on to: https://apollocancercentres.com/
Contact
Dr. Karthik Anantharaman
karthik_anantharaman@apollohospitals.com
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Apollo Cancer Centres Turns Chocolates into Health Reminders with 'Check-Olate'
PUNE, India, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EKA Mobility, a leading electric vehicles and technology company, today announced a strong 5X year-on-year volume growth in FY 2025–26, with 1,143 units sold and 1,344 electric commercial vehicles produced. This milestone comes on the back of the company's comprehensive electric vehicle portfolio across segments. During the year, EKA entered the M&HCV truck segment, in addition to its existing bus and SCV portfolio. The company is a Champion OEM under the Auto PLI Scheme and has achieved certification across multiple platforms.
"FY 2025–26 is a defining year for EKA Mobility. We are not only scaling volumes but also expanding our manufacturing footprint by adding a new plant recently and increasing our planned annual capacity to 10,000 buses, 6,000 trucks and 24,000 SCVs. With the widest range of fully homologated, born-electric platforms from last-mile to long-haul, we are uniquely positioned as a full-stack EV company. Our growth across electric buses, small commercial vehicles, and now trucks validates both market demand and our execution capability.
India's transition to clean commercial mobility is accelerating, and EKA is at the forefront driving this shift at scale, with technology, innovation, and global ambition."
— Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder & Chairman, EKA Mobility
Strong Business Momentum Across Segments
- Electric Bus Leadership:
Secured wins under PM e-Bus Sewa and PM E-DRIVE; deployed vehicles across 15+ states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Delhi - SCV Breakout Year:
Strong uptake of 3S & 6S passenger vehicles and 3W cargo platforms, accelerating last-mile mobility adoption - Electric Trucks:
New Growth Engine: Entry into heavy-duty trucks contributing to growth and expanding presence in logistics electrification - Hydrogen Fuel Cell:
Deployed a 9-metre hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport with KPIT Technologies and BPCL; plans to deploy 15 more buses
Key Highlights:
Global Expansion:
- Commenced electric bus deployments in Africa
- Partnership with Kerchanshe Group for CKD assembly and distribution
- Agreement with NBFI Capital for manufacturing in Australia
Manufacturing Scale-Up:
- Two Pune facilities operational; Pithampur plant to be operational shortly
- Planned annual capacity: 10,000 buses, 6,000 trucks and 24,000 SCVs
Retail Network:
- Expanded dealership network; plans to add 120 dealerships in FY27
Order Book Visibility:
- 6,000+ confirmed e-buses to be delivered over the next two years
About EKA Mobility
EKA Mobility is a Pune-based electric vehicle and technology company focused on transforming India's commercial mobility landscape. With a portfolio spanning electric buses, electric trucks, and small commercial vehicles, EKA combines electric vehicle manufacturing with proprietary AI-powered fleet technology to deliver end-to-end mobility solutions.
EKA Mobility is backed by Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan), VDL Groep (Netherlands), Pinnacle Industries Limited, Enam Holdings and the NIIF India-Japan Fund as equity and strategic partners and has expanded its footprint to markets in East Africa, South Africa, and Australia.
To know more about the company, kindly visit: https://ekamobility.com
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EKA Mobility Achieves 5x Volume Growth
