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SWA Diamonds Unveils ‘SWA Designer Lab’: An International Hub for Indian Natural Diamond Art
SWA Diamonds, a name globally recognized for its purity, innovation, and craftsmanship in natural diamond jewellery, announces the grand opening of its ‘SWA Designer Lab’. Specialised creative hubs will initially be established in Kerala, the nations gold capital, and Mumbai, the fashion metropolis of India, with the goal of eventually spreading to additional cities. SWA Designer Lab The SWA Designer Lab will provide a stimulating environment that encourages creativity and new ideas. With state-of-the-art equipment and a focus on SWAs guiding principles, the lab provides unmatched assistance to innovative jewellery designers all around the globe. Respected masters, such as well-known…
Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) Becomes India’s First MNBC to Cross 1 Trillion Business
In a landmark achievement for the financial sector in India, Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE), a Kerala government owned financial institution, became the countrys first Miscellaneous Non-Banking Company (MNBC) to achieve 1 lakh crore business. The historic milestone was officially announced by the Honorable Chief Minister of Kerala, Shri Pinarayi Vijayan, at a celebratory event held at Thiruvananthapuram. Kerala Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal at the KSFE event, celebrating a monumental achievement: becoming the first PSU in India to reach Rs.1 lakh crore in business volume Speaking at the ceremony, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan lauded KSFEs transformative journey and its…
Catalyst Brands Launches in India: Bengaluru Center to Support Six Powerhouse American Retail Brands
Catalyst Brands, formed from the merger of JCPenney and SPARC Group, has officially launched its India operations under the new name Catalyst Brands Business Services. This marks a bold new chapter for the company’s Bengaluru-based global capability center, positioning it at the heart of a portfolio that now includes six of America’s most recognized retail brands: JCPenney, Aropostale, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Lucky Brand, and Nautica. Catalyst Brands Business Services will now expand its capabilities to become a high-impact, cross-functional hub supporting the entire Catalyst Brands portfolio. With deep expertise in Information Technology, Stores and Payment Systems, Digital and eCommerce,…
The Style Edit – Bollywood Fashionista Ananya Panday Hosts a ‘Fashion and Glow Up’ Experience, Only on Airbnb
Bollywood’s fashion icon Ananya Panday is all set to host an exclusive, one-of-a-kind fashion and glow up experience, the “Ananya’s Style Edit,” only on Airbnb. Designed to offer fashion enthusiasts, glam seekers and Ananyas biggest fans behind-the-scenes access to her signature style universe, this experience will be available to a maximum of four guests. The Style Edit hosted by Bollywood fashionista Ananya Panday Guests will get a chance to step inside a reimagined version of Ananya’s dream closet and vanity space, brought to life inside one of Delhi’s most stunning Airbnb homes. From her walk-in wardrobe to her vanity zone,…
Yeh Ballet Star Achintya Bose Launches Fundraiser via Impact Guru to Complete Final Year Education at CalArts in the USA
Impact Guru, India’s leading crowdfunding platform, has launched a campaign to support Achintya Bose, the acclaimed dancer-actor who rose to fame in Netflix’s Yeh Ballet, as he raises funds to complete his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance at the prestigious California Institute of the Arts (CalArts). The fundraiser, titled “I Don’t Have a Plan B,” originally targeted USD 80,114 (INR 68.9 lakh). Thanks to the kindness of donors, including those who contributed travel support and tickets, the goal has already been reduced significantly. Achintya Bose Now, only USD 14,000 (INR 12.27 lakh) remains to be raised to cover…
Sony India announces the launch of its latest professional audio innovation, the ECM-778, a high-resolution shotgun microphone designed for filmmakers, content creators, and studios seeking crystal-clear sound in a compact and lightweight form. Ideal for film, OTT, documentary, and studio productions, the ECM-778 adapts seamlessly to various audio recording environments. Despite its compact 176 mm length and 102 g weight, the ECM-778 delivers sharp directivity and precise sound capture thanks to its newly developed microphone capsule, brass acoustic tube and optimized electronic circuitry. These components ensure clear high frequencies, stable mid-lows, and consistent performance across varying distances and setups. It…
Sunny Cooking Oil Film Celebrates the Mother-child Bond and Festive Togetherness this Ganesh Chaturthi
International Sunny Cooking Oil has launched a moving Ganesh Chaturthi film that pays tribute to the many ways India welcomes Bappa home. Titled “Letter to Bappa,” the three-minute film unfolds through the journey of a young girl traveling from city to village, experiencing the blissful emotions of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Sunny Cooking Oil – Conceptualized by AlphaX The narrative culminates in the child writing a heartfelt note to Bappa. This letter becomes the emotional anchor, embodying how every family, in its own way, expresses devotion and love. The film seamlessly ties back to Sunny Oil’s proposition of Life Aapki, Recipe…
Wibmo, a PayU company, has been recognized as a Category Leader in the prestigious Chartis RiskTech Quadrant 2025 for both Fraud Platforms and Payment Fraud Solutions. This recognition reflects Wibmo’s robustness in safeguarding the digital payments ecosystem and sharp focus on innovation. The Chartis RiskTech Quadrant, widely regarded as a trusted guide for decision-makers in financial risk and technology, evaluates solution providers based on completeness of offering and market potential. Being featured among the leaders in this space signals not just technological capability but also strategic relevance and proven market success. Wibmo Recognized as a Category Leader for Fraud &…
L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Limited, one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, has forged a partnership with Google Pay to offer Personal Loan products to its eligible users through its Google Pay platform. This partnership is in line with LTF’s product diversification strategy and makes credit more accessible for consumers in a fast, seamless, and digital manner. This partnership is in line with LTF’s product diversification strategy Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Sudipta Roy, Managing Director & CEO, L&T Finance Ltd., said, “The future of financial services is about creating…
India’s luxury housing market has moved from being an aspiration to an established way of urban living. However, one factor has consistently remained permanent-trust. Amid the noise of new entrants and aggressive launches, it is the legacy builders, with decades of credibility and delivery, who continue to command confidence. These generational developers have not just raised towers; they have shaped skylines, nurtured relationships, and raised the bar of luxury living in India. Their ability to combine reliability with reinvention has made them enduring pillars in a market where reputation is often the greatest currency. Legacy builders continue to define luxury…
