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Transforming Corporate Health: Fitterfly’s Success in Tackling Diabetes and Weight Issues

Fitterfly’s tailored digital therapeutic programs yield substantial health improvements, significantly cutting down annual healthcare expenditure and boosting employee productivity

MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Diabetes and weight issues in corporate employees lead to decreased productivity and higher healthcare costs. According to a study1, the average annual expenditure on Type 2 diabetes in India amounts to around INR 14,000 and over INR 3,50,000 over a lifetime. A study2 even attributes a 4% productivity loss to these health issues, highlighting the need for effective diabetes and weight management in the workplace.

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While corporate wellness plans have been offered by employers for a long time, the focus has been primarily around giving access to quality care in the form of consultations, insurance or annual checkups. None of these have shown great adoption or outcomes. To change this scenario, Fitterfly launched digital therapeutic programs as pilot programs with 400 employees from five large corporate groups in January 2023. The primary focus was delivering health outcomes using technology and coaching for diabetes, obesity, dyslipidemia and PCOS, metabolic health issues which plague today’s workforce.

Before the initiation of Fitterfly’s programs, the medical history and health status of the participating employees presented several challenges. A substantial number of participants struggled with conditions such as hypertension (21%), heart disease (3%), and dyslipidemia (19%). Additionally, many faced issues with blood sugar levels, with 49% of participants having high fasting blood sugar, and 38% experiencing high post-meal blood sugar levels. These pre-existing conditions highlighted the urgent need for effective health intervention in the corporate sector.

In the Diabetes programs delivered via Fitterfly App, personalised diet, fitness, stress and sleep management plans were shared with the employees based on several scientific assessments. Besides automated nudging & tracking systems, dedicated coaches handheld the employees and kept them on track to achieve health outcomes.

Notably, 88% of participants experienced a 1.1 point reduction in HbA1c levels, indicating better diabetes management, an impact which is equivalent to a two-drug diabetes therapy. Nutritional changes were also significant, with a 30% reduction in calorie intake, a 36% reduction in carbohydrates, and a 29% reduction in fats. Moreover, the intake of dietary fibre improved considerably, with the percentage of members consuming adequate fibre rising from 89% to 97%.

Weight management showed positive outcomes, at the beginning of the program, 30% of participants were categorised as overweight, 40% as obese, and 25% as severely obese. At the end of the program, 85% of employees achieved an average weight loss of around 3.5 kg.

The outcomes of the program extended to fitness and mental wellbeing also highlighting the comprehensive support from the Fitterfly program. The initial assessments showed 92% of employees having poor or very poor musculoskeletal fitness, high levels of stress (29%), poor quality of sleep (44%), and poor quality of life (61%).

With the program, 66% of participants showed improvement in musculoskeletal fitness scores and 77% in cardiovascular function. 92% of them showed improvement in sleep quality, 98% in stress scores, and 96% in overall quality of life. These improvements are particularly significant and contribute to overall wellbeing and productivity. The study’s comprehensive findings demonstrate the impactful role of structured personalised digital therapeutic programs like Fitterfly’s in addressing multiple dimensions of health leading to effective management of health conditions.

“It’s time employers shift from checklist-based to outcome-focused employee wellness programs, prioritising personalised, measurable health improvements. This strategic, data-driven approach aims to reduce healthcare costs, boost productivity, and enhance overall well-being, aligning wellness initiatives with business goals and demonstrating clear ROI,” said Dr. Rajagopal Thirumalai, Head of Advisory Board, Fitterfly and Ex Global VP for Medical and Occupational Health for Unilever and Independent Director – HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company.

Dr Arbinder Singal, CEO of Fitterfly added, “Employee wellness programs currently adopted by corporates in India are shallow and are focussed more around access rather than outcomes. There is a vast difference in the two approaches. Fitterfly programs deliver long lasting ROI for employers by delivering outcomes, reducing absenteeism, improving presenteeism, decreasing hospitalisations and overall cost of healthcare. We are very excited by the adoption of DTx by large corporations in the pilot stage to set the ball rolling.”

Get a headstart on transforming your employee wellness in 2024. Contact anjali@fitterfly.in for a detailed discussion.

1 Ann Neurosci. 2020 Jul; 27(3-4): 190–192. Published online 2021 Jun 1. doi: 10.1177/0972753121998496

2 Khyati K. Banker, Danny Liew, Zanfina Ademi, Alice J. Owen, Afsana Afroz, Dianna J. Magliano, Ella Zomer; The Impact of Diabetes on Productivity in India. Diabetes Care 1 December 2021; 44 (12): 2714–2722. https://doi.org/10.2337/dc21-0922

About Fitterfly

Fitterfly is a healthtech company working in the area of metabolic health offering outcome focussed digital therapeutic programs for conditions like diabetes, obesity and heart disease. Founded in 2016 by Dr. Arbinder Singal and Shailesh Gupta, Fitterfly has over 300 employees and is headquartered in Mumbai. The Fitterfly management team comprises senior doctors, nutritionists, fitness experts, psychologists, management experts and technologists working together with the sole aim of preventing, reversing and managing metabolic health conditions such as prediabetes, diabetes, obesity, hypertension and heart disease thereby increasing quality of life and health for people.

Fitterfly has presented and published more than 50+ abstracts and papers on outcomes and impact of technology in disease management. Apart from path breaking research, Fitterfly has won several coveted awards in startup and healthcare arena such as Economic Times Healthtech startup of the years 2022, Zee News healthtech startup of the year 2022, Global Digital Health award 2022, RSSDI award for innovation in diabetes 2021, Medix Healthtech challenge 2021 and Healthtech Startup of the Year 2021 by Entrepreneur. Fitterfly has so far raised a total of $16.6 million from marquee investors. The last funding round of 12 Mn USD was led by Amazon with participation from existing investors — Fireside Ventures, 9 Unicorns, and venture catalysts.

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anjali@fitterfly.in  

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Shaping Future-Ready School Leaders: Woxsen University Leads Design Thinking Initiative for Principals

HYDERABAD, India, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The School of Arts and Design at Woxsen University, in collaboration with the Public-School Principals’ Association (PSPA), conducted a Principal Leadership Programme on April 27, bringing together 30 principals from leading schools across Hyderabad for an immersive, design-led learning experience focused on rethinking leadership in contemporary education.

Participating institutions included Delhi Public School, Sloka International School (Tukkuguda), Jain Heritage Cambridge School, AVN Vida International School, CMR School (Medchal), and Gitanjali High School, among others. Designed as a hands-on, studio-based workshop, the programme moved beyond traditional formats, enabling participants to engage in collaborative problem-solving, systems thinking, and real-world leadership challenges.

The programme was delivered by Woxsen’s Centre for Learning Design (CLD) and the David Dunne Design Thinking Lab, and was guided by the university’s ERS (Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability) framework, reflecting an integrated and purpose-driven approach to leadership development.

Through guided design thinking exercises, principals explored new approaches to decision-making, innovation in school ecosystems, and building student-centric learning environments. The interactive format encouraged peer exchange and practical application, making the experience directly relevant to institutional leadership.

Rajendra Prasad, President of the PSPA, said, “The School Principals’ Leadership Workshop at Woxsen University was well organized and delivered with great impact. The sessions were highly engaging and insightful, and the programme received overwhelming positive feedback from participants for both its content and overall experience.”

Dr. Ashok Pandey, Member of the PSPA Leadership Team, shared, “An inspiring day at the picturesque Woxsen University campus, engaging with exceptional school leaders committed to designing the schools of tomorrow.” 

Dr. Adity Saxena, Dean, School of Arts & Design, said, “This programme is aligned with Woxsen’s core pillar of Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability, reinforcing our commitment to purpose-driven education. We see our role as bridging ideas, institutions, and impact in education, and we are grateful to PSPA and Rajendra Prasad for this meaningful collaboration.”

The initiative reflects Woxsen University’s commitment to strengthening the school education ecosystem in Telangana by building leadership capacity and fostering future-ready thinking among educators. Following the workshop, the PSPA leadership team engaged in a strategic discussion with Dr. Adity Saxena to explore future collaboration opportunities.

Building on the momentum of the programme, Woxsen University and PSPA are exploring the launch of a structured Principal Leadership Certificate Programme. The proposed initiative aims to institutionalize leadership development for school heads and further strengthen the region’s education ecosystem through sustained, practice-oriented engagement.

About Woxsen University, Hyderabad

Woxsen University, located in Hyderabad, is one of the first private universities in the state of Telangana, India. Renowned for its 200-acre state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure, Woxsen University offers new-age, disruptive programs in the fields of Business, Technology, Arts & Design, Architecture, Law, and Liberal Arts & Humanities. Woxsen also houses Asia’s largest Sports Infrastructure, spread over 60 acres. With 175 Global Partner Universities and a strong industry connect, Woxsen is recognized as one of the top universities for Academic Excellence and Global Edge. Woxsen has also secured the QS Business Masters World Ranking 2025, Rank #9 All India, Top 100 B-Schools by Times B-School Ranking 2025, Rank #6, Asia Pacific, Bloomberg Best B-School, and features in India’s Best B-Schools beyond IIMs by Dalal Street Investment Journal 2025, in 4th consecutive year. Woxsen is ranked as one of the Top Professional Colleges in India by Outlook I-CARE for its undergraduate programs, securing All India Rank 12 among the Top 130 BBA Private Institutes, All India Rank 20 among the Top 160 B.Tech Private Institutes, All India Rank 3 among the Top 25 Design Private Institutes, and All India Rank 3 among the Top 30 B. Arch Private Institutes.

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HarperCollins is proud to announce the publication of The Book of Daily Brilliance: 111 Days to Transformation by Pamela Puja Kirpalani

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Hardback | Non-Fiction/Self-Help | 140 pp | INR 399

Available wherever books are sold | Releasing on 24 April 2026

NEW DELHI, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HarperCollins Publishers India is thrilled to announce the publication of The Book of Daily Brilliance: 111 Days to Transformation by Pamela Puja Kirpalani, a practical guide towards a spiritual and psychological transformation.

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ABOUT THE BOOK

Everyone in the world has good days and bad days. But what if there was a way to unleash one’s radiant self every day? Something simple yet profound—something the reader could reach for every day to centre themselves and remember what really matters.

The Book of Daily Brilliance is designed to speak to the heart and the highest self. Meant to be read over 111 days and covering topics that resonate with all—relationships, self-worth, love, pain, abundance, manifestation, surrender and much more—this daily reader will guide the one through a gentle yet powerful spiritual and psychological journey.

There is no fixed start date. No pressure to be perfect. If a day is skipped or there is a pause for a while, that is okay. All that’s needed to do is come back when it feels right. For those who choose to commit to the 111-day journey, the experience reveals the unfolding of a deeper truth within. 

So, take a deep breath. Open the page to Day 1 and let this be an invitation to return to oneself —one day, one page, one insight at a time.

Pamela Puja Kirpalani says, “One page can really just change the way you show up for your life. I wrote The Book of Daily Brilliance to be something you return to, not just read once — a daily pause that brings clarity, perspective and healing. In a fast-paced world, I believe even a single mindful page a day can create powerful inner psychological shifts. This 111 Daily Reader is my way of helping people reconnect with themselves— and if it helps someone feel more present, more grounded, and more like themselves, then it has done exactly what I hoped it would.”

Sachin Sharma, Publisher, HarperCollins India, says, “The Book of Daily Brilliance offers a perfect pause amidst the busyness of life. Readers will appreciate how the book gently guides them through a journey of transformation—without any pressure—one step, one day at a time.”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Pamela Puja Kirpalani is the Founder of Inner High Living and a distinguished thought leader in the world of behavioural psychology and neuro-behaviour. Her vision materialized as she started coaching individuals, couples and parents on achieving their goals initially using Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) as a modality. She is certified by ABNlp (Australian Board of Neuro-Linguistic Programming), IEMT (Integrated Eye Movement Technique) Practitioner, member of the APSS Singapore and the NLP Association of Singapore.

ABOUT HARPERCOLLINS INDIA

At HarperCollins Publishers India, we believe in telling the best stories and ensuring they reach the widest readership. We publish around 250 new books every year across 10 imprints, adding to a diverse catalogue of more than 2,000 titles across print and digital formats. Our authors include APJ Abdul Kalam, Agatha Christie, Amish Tripathi, Amitav Ghosh (Erasmus Prize 2024), Jhumpa Lahiri, Paulo Coelho, Raghuram Rajan, Sudha Murty, Ruskin Bond and many more.

HarperCollins India has been honoured with seven Publisher of the Year awards and proudly represents global publishers such as Harvard University Press, Lonely Planet, Oneworld, Nosy Crow, Usborne and National Geographic Children.

We have also been certified as a Great Place to Work for two consecutive years, a testament to our culture, creativity and people.

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Reliance Digital’s ‘All About Apple’ Campaign Brings Best Apple Deals and Price Drops on iPhone 17, MacBook & More

MUMBAI, India, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Reliance Digital announces limited-period offers on the latest Apple products with significant price drops and consumer finance offers.

The All About Apple campaign by Reliance Digital is bringing high-quality products to consumers at affordable prices. The initiative aims to make premium Apple products more accessible to a broader segment of buyers during the ongoing promotional window. From the mighty iPhone 17 to the ultra-light MacBook Air (M5), upgrading is more accessible than ever.

Customers can experience the best technology without straining their budgets with attractive exchange bonuses, instant in-store discounts and flexible EMI options. These combined benefits substantially lower the effective acquisition cost, especially for buyers trading in older smartphones or laptops.

One of the spotlight offers includes the iPhone 17 256GB (Magichromatic finish), listed at an MRP of Rs. 82,900. With applicable cashback, combined with exchange benefits of up to Rs. 15,000 and an additional exchange bonus of Rs. 6,000, the effective price can go as low as Rs. 59,990.

Apple’s MacBook lineup has also become more affordable in the ongoing sale, particularly with the introduction of newer-generation processors and pricing benefits. The latest models, powered by the next-generation M5 chip, aim to deliver faster processing, improved battery efficiency, and seamless multitasking. The MacBook Air (M5) can be owned with EMIs starting at just ₹2,803*, inclusive of student and teacher discounts, exchange benefits, and financing schemes. Exchange bonus of 10,000 rupees is also available to MacBook Neo buyers.

This promotional campaign is time-bound, with all major offers scheduled to conclude on 23rd May. Customers are advised to hurry and verify eligibility for cashback, exchange benefits, and coupon discounts before completing their purchase, as terms may vary across models and store locations.

About Reliance Digital

Reliance Digital is one of India’s leading consumer electronics retail chains, offering a wide selection of smartphones, laptops, home appliances, and digital products. With a strong omnichannel presence, it provides customers access to competitive pricing, authorised products, and after-sales support through services such as Reliance resQ.

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