Author: Neel Achary

Something’s cooking in Chef Ranveer Brar’s Kitchen

An exclusive Tasting Table hosted by celebrity chef Ranveer Brar is set to bring together a curated mix of food, innovation, and culinary storytelling in an intimate setting. The gathering is expected to draw a number of well-known faces from the culinary world, along with lifestyle influencers, creators, and select members of the media.

Adding to the buzz, the chef recently sent out a series of creatively curated bento-box invites to select creators and influencers. Each box featured two of his favourites – biryani and momos, along with a cryptic note hinting that “something exciting is cooking.” The unusual invite has sparked curiosity across social media, with several creators sharing glimpses of the boxes and speculating about what Chef Ranveer Brar might be preparing to unveil at the upcoming gathering.

While details about the event remain tightly under wraps, industry buzz suggests that the evening could feature the reveal of a new kitchen innovation designed to revolutionise everyday cooking for Indian homes.

At the chef’s table, Brar is expected to showcase how modern kitchen tools can help prepare a wide variety of dishes with ease, while preserving the flavours and authenticity that define Indian cuisine. In Further details about the innovation, including its features, availability, and market rollout are expected to be revealed closer to the official announcement.

Pulse of Positivity Health and Wellness Summit 2026 Brings Policymakers, Doctors, and Thought Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Health in India

New Delhi, Mar 16th: Pulse of Positivity successfully hosted the Health & Wellness Summit 2026 at Le Méridien, New Delhi. The one-day Summit brings together policymakers, healthcare experts, academicians, and wellness practitioners, creating a space for meaningful communication around the health priorities important for India in current times.

The event’s inaugural session was graced by Shri Raja Iqbal Singh, Hon’ble Mayor of Delhi, as the Chief Guest. A significant moment during the inaugural session was the launch of the “Health Chaupal” initiative, envisioned as a community-oriented platform aimed at encouraging dialogue around health awareness, preventive practices, and public participation in wellness initiatives.

As the summit took place as an initiative for open conversations, thoughtful deliberations came together to discuss the most pressing health priorities our society faces today, including mental health awareness, lifestyle diseases, women’s health, preventive care, and community-driven health engagement. During the multiple sessions, speakers reflected on the importance of building a healthcare ecosystem that is not only responsive to illness but also deeply invested in prevention, awareness, and long-term well-being.

The first session on Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being during the summit focused on the growing recognition of psychological health as an integral component of overall wellness. The second session on Lifestyle Diseases and Preventive Healthcare examined the increasing burden of lifestyle-related conditions and healthier daily practices in reducing long-term health risks. Dedicated session on the Women’s Health, Maternal and Child Wellness during the summit brought attention to the importance of accessible healthcare systems and informed awareness around women’s health, maternal care, and early childhood well-being.

Commenting on the importance of wellness initiatives, Shri Raja Iqbal Singh, Hon’ble Mayor of Delhi, said, “Maintaining balance in life and remaining content and happy are essential for holistic human wellness. Today, it is important for us to remind ourselves of these simple yet powerful principles of living a healthy life. Health and wellness summits like this should be organised regularly, as they provide platforms for people to come together, reflect on their well-being, and encourage healthier lifestyles.”

Reflecting on the vision behind the initiative, Rear Admiral Kapil Gupta, VSM (Retd.), Editor-in-Chief of Pulse of Positivity, said: “In my opinion, Healthcare conversations today must move towards a deeper culture of prevention, awareness, and collective responsibility. This Health & Wellness Summit is conceived with the same idea, creating a platform where policymakers, healthcare professionals, and wellness practitioners could engage in meaningful dialogue on the future of health in India. When knowledge, policy insight, and community awareness converge, it creates the foundation for a healthier and more resilient society.”

The summit concluded with a Valedictory Session featuring Shri Tushar Chauhan, who secured All India Rank 216 in the Civil Services Examination 2025, alongside other distinguished speakers, bringing the day’s deliberations to a reflective close.

Through its discussions and exchanges, the Pulse of Positivity Health & Wellness Summit 2026 underscored the growing importance of preventive healthcare, mental well-being, and community engagement, while reinforcing the idea that building a healthier society requires sustained dialogue, shared knowledge, and collective commitment.

Gold Slides As Markets Brace for Central Bank Decisions

By:- Joseph Dahrieh, Managing Director at Tickmill

Gold prices retreated on Monday as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of a crucial week for global monetary policy. A series of interest rate decisions from major central banks, including those in the United States, the euro area, the United Kingdom and Japan, are expected to provide important signals for financial markets. While interest rates are widely expected to remain unchanged, market attention will focus on forward guidance and policymakers’ assessment of inflation risks.

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to drive gold prices. Higher oil prices continue to fuel global inflation concerns. The latter could push central banks toward a more cautious monetary policy, potentially supporting bond yields and limiting gold’s upside potential in the near term.

At the same time, persistent instability in Eastern Europe continues to reinforce gold’s safe-haven appeal, as the prospect of a ceasefire appears increasingly distant. Structural demand also remains supportive. Central banks have maintained steady purchases in recent quarters, reflecting a broader shift toward diversifying reserves.

Champion Makes Its India Debut, Bringing Proven Global Performance to Local Industries

• Reciprocating Compressors — rugged, versatile units for light to heavy-duty industrial use.
• Rotary Screw Compressors – engineered for robust, reliable performance, delivering long‑term value
• Air Treatment Products — dryers, filters, condensate drains and separators to protect systems & downstream equipment. 

250 Plus Entrepreneurs from 24 Cities Converge in Surat for CorporateConnections India’s BHAF 2026

Surat, India Mar 16th: Surat emerged as the meeting point of India’s entrepreneurial leadership as CorporateConnections® India hosted BHAF 2026 The Big Hairy Audacious Forum, bringing together over 250 prominent entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the country.

The two-day flagship forum, held on 13–14 March 2026 at the Surat Marriott Hotel, created a powerful platform for collaboration, insight sharing, and relationship building among some of India’s most dynamic business owners.

Built around three core ideas: Learn. Network. Celebrate. BHAF continues to be the most anticipated annual gathering of the CorporateConnections India community.

The 2026 edition marked the largest BHAF event so far, reflecting the rapid growth of the network, which now spans 24 cities across India with more than 1,000 members representing diverse industries.

BHAF has evolved significantly since its inception. The first edition was held online, followed by BHAF 2023 in Delhi, BHAF 2024 aboard the Cordelia Cruise, and BHAF 2025 in Kolkata, with the 2026 edition in Surat setting a new benchmark in scale, participation, and impact.

The forum featured an inspiring lineup of renowned business leaders and industry experts who shared their journeys, leadership lessons, and insights into scaling businesses in India’s rapidly evolving economy.

Notable Speakers included:

• Hitesh Chimanlal Doshi, Chairman & Managing Director, Waaree Group, one of India’s largest solar energy companies
• Amit Jain, Co-Founder & CEO, CarDekho Group, and a leading voice in India’s startup ecosystem
• Ravi Kant, Former CEO & Managing Director, Tata Motors, who delivered a leadership session focused on growth and transformation
• Vaishali Wagle, Founder & CEO, Zenesse, who shared insights on leadership, culture, and organizational transformation

A major highlight of the forum was a panel discussion titled “Scaling from ₹100 Cr to ₹1000 Cr” featuring leading entrepreneurs including:

• Vikas Nahar, Founder & CEO, Happilo
• Dipak Sanghavi, MD & CEO, Nilon’s Enterprises
• Ramesh Agarwal, Founder, Agarwal Packers & Movers
• Rishikesh SR, Co-Founder, Rapido

The panel explored strategies, leadership mindset, and operational discipline required to build large-scale enterprises in India’s competitive business landscape.

Beyond the stage, BHAF created numerous opportunities for members to engage through structured one-to-one networking sessions, industry roundtables, and collaborative discussions, reinforcing CorporateConnections’ philosophy of building meaningful, trusted relationships among entrepreneurs and business leaders.

The forum concluded with a grand Gala Night and Awards ceremony, celebrating the achievements and contributions of members across the CorporateConnections India community.

BHAF 2026 was hosted under the leadership of CorporateConnections India National Directors, Yash Vasant and Gaurav VK Singhvi, who have played a key role in building one of the most dynamic regions within the global CorporateConnections network.

Gaurav VK Singhvi, National Director, CorporateConnections India, said: “The strength of CorporateConnections lies in the depth of trust among its members. Seeing more than 250 entrepreneurs from across India come together in Surat for BHAF 2026 demonstrates how powerful a community of like-minded leaders can be when they gather with the intention to grow together.”

Yash Vasant, National Director, CorporateConnections India, added: “BHAF is where the spirit of our community truly comes alive. It is a space where entrepreneurs step away from the pressures of daily business to learn from each other, exchange perspectives, and build relationships that often evolve into long-term collaborations.”

As CorporateConnections India continues to expand across industries and cities, BHAF remains a cornerstone event where ideas evolve into partnerships and connections transform into meaningful opportunities for growth.

With its scale, participation, and high-impact conversations, BHAF 2026 in Surat has set a new benchmark for leadership-driven business forums in India.

The $4.6 Billion Mistake: India Chased Silver to $120 — Then Blinked at the Dip – Vallum Capital

 

GLOBAL: Silver ETF Net Flow Phase Analysis  |  Jan 2022 – Feb 2026
Source: Morningstar period-end cumulative flows (HS338–HS345), distributed by momentum  •  Silver in USD/oz
No	Phase	Period	No. of	Silver Price	Silver Price	Silver Price	India Total	India Avg/Mo	India Total	India Avg/Mo	Global Total	Global Avg/Mo	India	Global
			Months	Start (USD/oz)	End (USD/oz)	Return %	Net Flows (₹ Cr)	(₹ Cr)	Net Flows (USD Mn)	(USD Mn)	Flows (USD M)	(USD M)	Behavior	Behavior
1	Selling	Jan 2022 – Feb 2025	38	$24.00	$32.10	33.80%	13,306.80	350.2	1,574.80	41.40	-4,055.50	-106.7	Steady buying; ₹350 Cr avg/mo;	Structural exit; −$4,056M total;
2	Buying	Mar 2025 – Aug 2025	6	$33.20	$39.10	17.80%	10,485.90	1,747.60	1,240.90	206.80	4,853.50	808.9	Accelerating inflows;	Strong coordinated buying;
3	Selling	Sep 2025 – Jan 2026	5	$42.50	$120.00	182.40%	38,885.80	7,777.20	4,601.90	920.40	-3,549.70	-709.9	FOMO peak; ₹7,777 Cr avg/mo;	Sold into the rally; −$3,550M;
4	Buying	Feb-26	1	$81.58	$81.58	0.00%	-850	-850	-100.6	-100.6	1,787.90	1,787.90	Panic sell; −₹850 Cr; India exits at the correction	Bought the dip; +$1,788M; SLV alone +$1,953M

Data Source: Morningstar period-end cumulative flows (HS338–HS345) | Silver ETFs: SLV, SIVR, PHAG | Silver price in USD/oz

 

Phase 1 — While the West Was Walking Away, India Was Just Walking In
For nearly three years — from January 2022 to February 2025 — global institutional funds were quietly but steadily exiting silver ETFs. They pulled out over $4,056 million in total, month after month, averaging $107 million in outflows every single month. Silver wasn’t exciting to them anymore. Indian retail investors, however, were just discovering it. During the same period, they poured in $1,574.8 million — steadily, patiently, at roughly $41 million a month. They were buying what the world was selling. In hindsight, not a bad instinct — just early.

 

Phase 2 — A Brief Moment When Everyone Agreed From March to August 2025, something rare happened:
Indian and global investors were finally on the same side. As silver climbed from $33 to $39, global funds deployed $4,854 million in six months. Indian inflows surged to $206.8 million per month. Both camps were bullish, both were buying, and the trade was working. But global funds had a plan. Indian investors had momentum.

Phase 3 — The Divergence That Defined Everything Then silver went parabolic.
From September 2025 to January 2026, it surged 182% — from $42.50 to $120. This is where the story splits sharply. Global institutional funds used the euphoria to exit. They sold $3,550 million into the rally — methodically, without flinching, taking profits as retail crowds piled in. Indian investors, meanwhile, flooded in with $4,601.9 million in just five months — their largest buying spree ever — right at the top of the market. This is textbook FOMO: buying because prices are rising, not because value exists.

Phase 4 — The Correction Reveals the Truth February 2026.
Silver falls back to $81.58. Indian retail investors panicked and pulled out $100.6 million — selling at the very bottom of the correction. Global funds did the opposite. They bought $1,788 million in a single month, calmly accumulating as others fled. Global funds sold high and bought low. Indian retail investors bought high and sold low — the oldest and most painful mistake in investing. The Lesson This isn’t a story about silver. It’s a story about how information, patience, and discipline separate institutional capital from retail emotion. Markets will always offer inflection points — moments where the smart money pivots and the crowd follows too late. The $4.6 billion that Indian investors deployed at peak prices wasn’t a failure of intent. It was a failure of timing — driven by the most human of instincts: the fear of missing out. The best trades are rarely the loudest ones.

Aaryans Presents an Exclusive Showcase of Joy Mitra’s Latest Collection ‘LAKSHMI’ in New Delhi

New Delhi, Mar 16: Aaryans announces an exclusive presentation of celebrated designer Joy Mitra’s latest collection, “LAKSHMI / SHE,” at its South Extension flagship store in New Delhi. The showcase highlights a refined interpretation of occasion wear that draws inspiration from the enduring cultural symbolism of the Indian woman as Lakshmi—representing prosperity, strength, and grace.

Conceived as a thoughtfully curated occasion-wear destination, Aaryans was established with the belief that exceptional fashion begins with the integrity of textile, craft, and design intent. Rooted in India’s rich textile heritage, the store brings together tradition and contemporary aesthetics through a carefully selected roster of designers whose work reflects authenticity, depth, and lasting relevance.

Designer Joy Mitra enters this narrative with “LAKSHMI / SHE,” a collection that reimagines the timeless idea of the Indian woman as Lakshmi for the present day. Rather than approaching the concept through nostalgia, the collection presents garments that are both rooted in tradition and fluid in contemporary expression—ceremonial yet effortlessly wearable.

The collection features luxurious textiles including brocades, silks, chanderis, and ajrakhs, enhanced by intricate hand embroidery techniques such as zardozi, aari work, French knots, and mirror work. The silhouettes move seamlessly between sarees, cholis, kurta sets, and velvet kaftans, creating pieces where ornamentation and structure exist in quiet harmony. The result is a collection that feels modern in form while retaining a vintage sensibility—imbued with memory yet designed for the present.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the collection, Joy Mitra said, “LAKSHMI / SHE is my way of honouring women not as symbols, but as lived realities—strong, layered, intuitive, and deeply rooted. The collection is built on textiles and techniques that carry history, but the silhouettes speak to the present. It’s about holding space for tradition while allowing it to evolve.”

A graduate of National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Joy Mitra launched his eponymous label in 2008 with a debut at India Fashion Week. His creative journey has taken him from Kolkata’s vibrant art and cultural circles to international runways across cities including New York, London, Dubai, Johannesburg, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Fiji, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, and Chicago. His work is known for its strong commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and ethical design practices.

Today, Joy Mitra’s designs are stocked at some of India’s most respected fashion destinations including Ensemble, Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, Ogaan, Aza, Elahe, Collage, and Anantam.

At Aaryans, this collaboration adds to a growing design vocabulary that includes designers such as Kavita Bhartiya, Mayura Kumar, I AM Design, Siddharth Bansal, Kritika Dawar, and 5 Elements. The collaboration further reinforces the store’s vision of becoming a definitive occasion-wear destination in South Delhi—one that values craftsmanship as much as contemporary relevance.

The presentation of “LAKSHMI / SHE” invites guests to experience the collection within the intimate setting of the Aaryans flagship space, where fabric, form, and craftsmanship come together to create a quiet yet powerful celebration of design.