The appointment marks an important milestone as Happiest Health strengthens and expands its integrated Knowledge platform. The Knowledge Business has been the foundation of Happiest Health since its launch in 2022, creating a world-class health and wellness knowledge through its digital website, newsletters, the monthly print magazine, and summits. The Happiest Health magazine is rated among the best health and wellness magazines by its readers while the daily Healthzine continues to grow its audience in India and abroad.

In his expanded role, Raghu Krishnan will lead the integrated Knowledge Business, overseeing editorial strategy and knowledge across platforms as Chief Editor. He will also spearhead new growth initiatives, including Happiest Health’s entry into BOOK PUBLISHING through a self-publishing platform.

Announcing the appointment, Ashok Soota, Chairman & Chief Strategy Officer, Happiest Health, said “Raghu has played a pivotal role in building a credible and acclaimed Happiest Health Magazine. In his expanded role, he will be the Chief Editor for both the magazine and the daily e-Zine. The entire Digital and Knowledge business is being integrated under him, and he will look over its next phase of growth while driving new initiatives, including our entry into book publishing. The appointment of Raghu will take the Knowledge business to higher levels of excellence.”

Raghu Krishnan, CEO – Knowledge Business & Chief Editor, added “The Knowledge Business has always been at the heart of Happiest Health’s mission to empower people with credible, evidence-based health knowledge. I am excited to lead its next phase of growth by strengthening our editorial platforms.
We are expanding into new formats such as book publishing – We have few titles aboard for publishing. We would continue to build a trusted knowledge ecosystem that serves both consumers and healthcare professionals.”

The projects for joint collaborative research will include microbiome studies, stem cell research, and biotherapeutics. MAHE will use its vast experience to provide consultancy to facilitate the setting up of various healthcare practices for Happiest Health.

Mr. Ashok Soota, Chairman & Managing Trustee of SKAN, said, “We are delighted that Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has agreed to sign an agreement covering R&D and Academic collaboration with SKAN and also an agreement to provide consultancy to Happiest Health for various healthcare practices. MAHE is a powerhouse with vast years of experience in academics, research, and multiple healthcare practices. We look forward to advancing the frontiers of science through collaborative research with them.”

Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd.), Vice Chancellor of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, added, “This partnership aligns with our vision of fostering innovation and cutting-edge research. At MAHE, we have always emphasized the importance of advancing healthcare through rigorous academic inquiry and pioneering research. With our strong foundation in research, particularly in areas like molecular biology, biotechnology, and clinical research, we are excited to collaborate with SKAN and Happiest Health. This partnership not only enhances our capabilities but also allows us to contribute significantly to impactful research in emerging fields like microbiome studies and stem cell therapies, areas where MAHE has been actively involved. We look forward to leveraging our strengths to drive innovations that will transform healthcare practices.”

Dr. Sharath Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, stated, “This MOU marks a significant step in our journey of collaborative research and academic excellence. MAHE has a rich history of academic rigor and innovation, and we are proud of our strong research culture, which has produced significant contributions to healthcare and science. Our expertise in microbiome studies, combined with our interdisciplinary approach and state-of-the-art facilities, positions us well to partner with SKAN and Happiest Health in pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge. We are confident that this collaboration will lead to meaningful advancements, not only in healthcare but also in the way research is conducted, ultimately benefiting society at large.”

 Dr. Yogesh Shouche, Director, SKAN, said “We will quickly begin dialogue with MAHE to define specific research projects. SKAN would like to expand its expertise in gut microbiome to cover other human microbiome components.”