Author: ABR Team

Pranika Karnani (born on January 28, 2016) of Rajasthan, India, set a record for being the fastest to recite the Shiv Rudrashtakam Stotram. She recited the complete Shiv Rudrashtakam Stotram in 43 seconds, at the age of 10 years, 3 months and 9 days, as confirmed on May 12, 2026.

Dhyey Nirmit Bhatt (born on May 25, 2016) of Gujarat, India, is titled as ‘Grand Master’ for solving 3 Rubik’s cubes, namely 3 x 3, 2 x 2 and a Pyraminx cube, blindfolded, in 5 minutes and 28 seconds, while reciting the Hanuman Chalisa and moving on inline skates, at the age of 9 years and 10 months, as confirmed on April 25, 2026.

Sathvik Sumesh (born on October 20, 2019) of Kerala, India, is titled as ‘Grand Master’ for identifying 151 famous personalities with their respective fields in 3 minutes and 29 seconds by viewing the pictures on a TV screen, at the age of 6 years and 6 months, as confirmed on May 11, 2026.

N. Krisanth (born on September 27, 2020) of Tamil Nadu, India, is titled as ‘Grand Master’ for identifying and naming 28 Indian states and 8 union territories with their capitals and major languages on an outlined map in 57 seconds and 14 milliseconds, at the age of 5 years and 6 months, as confirmed on April 29, 2026.

Medley Pharmaceuticals Ltd., India, set a record for screening the maximum number of neuropathic patients using vibration sensory devices during an awareness week campaign. From May 3 to May 9, 2026, a total of 18,943 neuropathic patients were screened across 552 camps using devices such as Vibrasense, Vibrasense T, HCP Sensitometer, and Biothesiometer. This initiative was undertaken to enhance public and clinical awareness about neuropathy and emphasize the importance of routine screening, as confirmed on May 20, 2026.

Lupin Limited, Maharashtra, India, set the record for the ‘Maximum Doctors Recording Video Messages Virtually to Promote Asthma Awareness’. Between May 5 and May 13,  2026, a total of 8,512 doctors from across India participated in this awareness initiative on the occasion of World Asthma Day (7 working days). The campaign reflected the commitment of healthcare professionals toward promoting asthma awareness, early intervention, improved respiratory health outcomes, and greater accessibility to anti-inflammatory inhalers for asthma patients, as confirmed on May 27, 2026.

Sankara Eye Foundation, India, set a record for conducting the maximum number of free eye surgeries under a single vision programme by an organization. From March 2004 to March 31, 2026, the foundation provided free eye care through humanitarian initiatives to 30,73,613 surgeries, restoring sight to underserved communities. This initiative was undertaken as a commitment to eliminating avoidable blindness and to inspire institutions and healthcare providers to undertake similar impactful programmes, as confirmed on May 16, 2026.

R.M. Raagithyachari (born on January 30, 2019) of Tamil Nadu, India, set a record for reciting the maximum number of verses of the Shiva Purana in Tamil. He recited 93 verses of the divine Shiv Purana in Tamil in 3 minutes and 42 seconds, at the age of 7 years, 2 months and 23 days, as confirmed on May 9, 2026.

Keshubhai Mehta Eye Hospital, Gujarat, India, set the record for the oldest continuously operating private eye hospital. Established on September 10, 1905 by Dr Narshibhai Trikamji Mehta, the institution has provided uninterrupted ophthalmic care to patients for more than 120 years. The vision was to create a sustainable, modern healthcare institution focused on preventing avoidable blindness and improving visual health outcomes nationwide, as confirmed on April 25, 2026.

TVS Motor Company, Karnataka, India, set a record of the first 100cc petrol two-wheeler to conquer the world’s highest motorable road by a solo rider. Subrata Boral began his journey on August 12, 2025, riding a TVS XL100 across Gulmarg, Srinagar, Kargil, Umling La, Zoji La and back to Srinagar, concluding in Jammu on August 27. Covering 3,125 km, the feat highlights exploration, safe long-distance riding and the XL100’s engineering excellence, as confirmed on September 10, 2025.