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Alongside World Food India 2025, organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Rodl & Partner released a landmark paper outlining strategic pathways to strengthen India’s fast-growing pet food sector. MoFPI and EY also co-hosted a special session on “India’s Pet Food Industry: Scaling for Domestic & Global Growth” at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan. Panel Discussion on Indias Pet Food Industry The paper highlighted that India’s pet food market is expanding rapidly with the country’s pet population at an estimated 42.2 million in 2024, projected to surpass 100 million by 2035. In revenue terms, the industry was valued at…
Strategic Growth Advisors (SGA), an integrated communications consultancy, has further strengthened its IPO communication portfolio through the successful execution of its mandate for VMS TMT Ltd, a Gujarat-based manufacturer of TMT bars marketed under the Kamdhenu brand. VMS TMT made a stellar debut on the BSE and NSE, with the IPO witnessing overwhelming investor interest and strong participation across categories, with the Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB) portion subscribed 120x, Non-Institutional Investors (NII) segment subscribed 227x, and the Retail Individual Investors (RII) segment subscribed 47x. The overall subscription stood at 102x times on the final day of bidding. We thank JayBeS…
As part of a pioneering initiative, World Auto Forum (WAF) recently organised The Yellow Plate Dialogues (YPD),brought together leaders from top fleet companies, Heads of Transporters Associations, Auto OEMs, Dealer Groups & Tech Cos toe-commerce leaders, IT corporates, auto OEMs, and dealer groups to Co-Create the Shared Vision for Shared Mobility. Thought leaders unite at The Yellow Plate Dialogues The program instantly became a melting pot of insights, strategies, and actionable solutions to transform India’s mobility ecosystem. WAF is thankful to the Yellow Plate Dialogues partners, whose support was instrumental in making the program a success: Powered By: Skoda Auto…
Signature Global (India) Ltd., one of India’s leading real estate developers, has enhanced its engagement with Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in the United States of America (USA) over the past few weeks through multiple Investor Engagement Programmes held in Connecticut, including events at the Marriott Downtown in Hartford, the Hilton Hotel in Farmington, and the Hyatt House in Windsor. Ms. Bharti Aggarwal, Director, Signature Global (India) Ltd. With NRI interest in Indian real estate on the rise, these programmes focused on understanding their preferences, addressing the challenges they face when buying property in India, and exploring ways to better cater to…
The success story of Sharjah-based aviation conglomerate Sky One is as unique as the trajectory of founder and Group Chairman Jaideep Mirchandani. The young boy who once dismantled and rebuilt engines in his tool shed has undoubtedly traversed a long distance from Pilani, where his father, a renowned research scientist, played chess with him and discussed rocket propulsion theory. This wide-eyed, curious child eventually went on to study Mechanical Engineering at a university in Azerbaijan (Baku). Jaideep Mirchandani, Group Chairman Sky One It was here that his innate entrepreneurial streak, passion for innovation, and proficiency in Russian led him to…
For investors looking to participate in the potential growth of companies across the large, mid and small cap markets, a flexi cap fund may be a potentially suitable option. Unlike category-specific funds, a flexi cap fund offers fund managers flexibility to allocate investments based on market conditions and potential opportunities. Flexi cap funds may provide investors with exposure to relative stability from large caps as well as potential growth from mid and small cap sectors. Investors may consider the Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund with a MEGATRENDS strategy Before you choose a flexi cap fund to invest in 2025, let’s…
Ashwinder R. Singh, Vice Chairman & CEO of BCD Group, Chairman of the CII Real Estate Committee, and Advisor to NAR-India, has been named Real Estate Person of the Year at the Construction Week Awards 2025, one of India’s most respected recognitions in the built environment sector. Industry Stalwart Ashwinder R. Singh Honoured as ‘Real Estate Person of the Year’ at Construction Week Awards BCD Group builds on a 70-year family legacy, having constructed national landmarks including the Supreme Court of India, the Delhi High Court, and several embassies in New Delhi. This foundation of trust, execution, and credibility now…
Shyam Metalics, an integrated metal-producing company, is celebrating this Durga Puja with a unique blend of tradition and compassion through its CSR arm, the Shyam Metalics Foundation. With its special campaign, ‘Shelter of Protection,’ the Foundation is extending the spirit of the festival beyond rituals to give back to society, ensuring that the blessings of Maa Durga reach families who need shelter and security the most. Home-styled Durga Puja pandal built with SEL Tiger Roofing Sheets under Shyam Metalics Foundation’s ‘Shelter of Protection’ campaign The roofing sheets that adorn the three beautifully designed home-styled pandals that have been set up…
Tattva Wellness Spa, India’s largest and fastest-growing spa chain with 100+ outlets across 45 cities, today announced the implementation of the revised Goods and Services Tax (GST) on spa therapies. This follows the Government of India’s recent notification reducing the tax rate on spa services from 18% to 5%. Tattva wellness Spa releases new all Inclusive prices menu with 5% GST While this may appear as a flat 13% reduction, Tattva highlighted that the latest notification also changes the rules around Input Tax Credit (ITC). Under the earlier 18% regime, businesses could claim ITC on rentals, consumables, and other inputs,…
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. (CGCEL), one of India’s most trusted consumer electricals brand and a leader in sustainable and innovative consumer durable products, has announced a forward-looking sustainability action roadmap that integrates its entire value chain – from factories to supply chain to product use. This structured approach marks a decisive step toward building a low-carbon, future-ready consumer durables business. Crompton’s efforts have already garnered global recognition – the Company ranked 4th globally in the Household Durables sector by S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) Ranking 2024 and was featured in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025, placing it…