15, Nov 2025
172nd SLBC Meeting and 173rd Special SLBC meeting held in Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru.
Bengaluru 15th November, 2025:- The 172nd SLBC meeting at 2.30 PM and 173rd Special State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) meeting at 5 PM, of Karnataka was successfully conducted on 14th November 2025. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Shalini Rajneesh, Chief Secretary, Government of Karnataka.
The event witnessed the presence of several distinguished dignitaries, including:
- Smt. Uma Mahadevan, Additional Chief Secretary & Development Commissioner, Government of Karnataka
- Sri Bhavendra Kumar, Executive Director, Canara Bank
- Dr. Vishal R, Secretary to Government (FR), Finance Department, GoK
- Sri. Sameer Shukla, Secretary, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, GoK
- Smt. Kaya Tripathi, Regional Director, RBI
- Sri. P C Dash, General Manager, NABARD
- Sri. Shambhu Lal, Chief General Manager, Canara Bank and SLBC Karnataka.
- Sri Bhaskara Chakravarthy M, General Manager, Canara Bank and Convenor, SLBC Karnataka
- State Controlling Heads of various banks and senior officials from line departments.
Sri. Bhavendra Kumar, Executive Director, Canara Bank informed that as on 30.09.2025 under agriculture sector achieved Rs. 1,16,105 crores against target of Rs. 2,22,203 crores and achieved 52% of allotted target in Second quarter. Under MSME Banks achieved 69% and total Priority Sector it is 56% and exhorted the Banks to continue the good performance.
The Chief Secretary, Government of Karnataka reviewed the State’s performance under Total Credit, Total Deposits, Priority Sector Target achievements, under various sub sector bank wise and district wise. The Chief Secretary also advised the bankers and Government departments to work in unison for smooth and seamless integration of developmental activities for implementation.
The Chief Secretary, Government of Karnataka instructed e-Governance, Women & Child Welfare department to provide list of deceased Gruhalaxmi beneficiaries list to respective Banks for operational issues.
The Additional Chief Secretary & Development Commissioner, GoK has reviewed all the Developmental schemes and advised the Banks to clear all the pending applications. She also appealed to all the Bankers to onboard the NRLM SHG BC Sakhi’s as BC agents in all the Gram Panchayat locations.
Dr. Vishal R, Secretary to Government (FR), Finance Department, GoK stressed the importance of coverage of all eligible population under the ambit of Jansuraksha schemes and advised Agriculture department to monitor the 100% KCC saturation in Vijayanagara District.
Smt. Kaya Tripathi, Regional Director, Reserve Bank of India instructed banks that DFS, GoI has launched DEAF campaign from 01.10.2025 to 31.12.2025 to settle unclaimed deposits of Govt. accounts, institutional accounts & Retail accounts. All Banks have to create awareness among public regarding unclaimed deposits and adopt strategies to boost the pace of claim settlement during the campaign.
P C Dash, General Manager, NABARD informed the house that Banks have to focus on achievement of targets under Agriculture sub sectors. Also informed that Development of 100 coastal Fishermen Villages as Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages (CRCFV) under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada in across the Country. In Karnataka, five coastal villages have been selected for development under CRCFV. NABARD, in coordination with the Department of Fisheries and CMFRI, is facilitating various livelihood and infrastructure initiatives in these villages.
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- By Neel Achary
15, Nov 2025
5 Unique Ways to Relive Your Childhood This Children’s Day
India, 15th November, 2025: Every year, Children’s Day reminds us of simpler times – of scraped knees, sticky fingers, and endless laughter. But who says it’s only for the little ones? This year, take a step back in time. Relive those golden moments, rediscover forgotten joys, and maybe share a few of your childhood favourites with your own kids.
Here are five simple, heartwarming ways to bring back magic.
1. Rewind to Playground Fun
Before “10,000 steps a day,” there was “Lagori,” “Kho-Kho,” and “Hide & Seek.” This Children’s Day, swap your fitness tracker for some real outdoor fun. Grab your friends or family, head to the nearest park, and play like no one’s watching.
2. Pack a Nostalgic Picnic
Plan an afternoon escape that feels like a page from your school days. Pack up sandwiches in butter paper, fruity drinks, and homemade sweets. Head to the park, spread out a mat, and share stories of school trips and stolen lunch breaks. For your kids, it’s a picnic; for you, it’s a time capsule.
3. Recreate a Classic Tiffin Moment
The best part of school was always opening that tiffin box – the excitement of guessing what Mom had packed that day and the way everyone’s lunch suddenly looked better than their own. Those were simpler days, full of homemade treats that could light up an entire classroom, from jam-smeared sandwiches and crispy bhakarwadi to soft rotis rolled with sugar or ghee.
This Children’s Day, relive that warmth with Noice’s range of nostalgic bites, crunchy chikkis, peanut butter bites, rice crispy chocolate bars, Mango Jam slices and Mango juice with coco jelly- All the comfort, all the love, now just an Instamart order away, ready to arrive in minutes.
4. Movie Marathon, the 2000s Way
End the night (or recover from it) with a movie binge that hits right in the feels- Home Alone, Koi Mil Gaya, Harry Potter, Kung Fu Panda, Stuart Little. Set up cozy blankets, pour a glass of fruity juice, and laugh at the same jokes that once had you rolling on the floor.
5. Revive a Forgotten Hobby
Draw, doodle, or make paper boats – whatever once made hours fly by. These simple acts reconnect you to a time when joy didn’t need a reason. This Children’s Day, let yourself play again – not for nostalgia’s sake, but to remember how light life can feel when you just let go.
Because your inner child never really grew up – they’ve just been waiting for a day like this. A day to pause, play, and pass on the joy that once made your world brighter. This Children’s Day, make space for a little mischief and a lot of heart.
15, Nov 2025
Sarthak Trust to Host National Abilympics & 12th Disability Conference in Delhi
New Delhi, 15th November 2025: — After successful Regional Abilympics across Chennai, Mumbai, Lucknow, and Guwahati, the much-awaited National Abilympics 2025 and 12th National Conference on Disability (NCD) are set to take place in New Delhi this November. The 12th NCD, organized by Sarthak Educational Trust in collaboration with the National Abilympic Association of India (NAAI) and supported by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), TPCDT, and IndusInd Bank, will be held on November 20–21, 2025, at the Civil Services Officers Institute (CSOI), New Delhi. A 22-member Russian delegation including 10 candidates are participating in the Indian Abilympics competition for the second consecutive year. The initiative emphasizes the significance of expanding support for people with disabilities and fostering bilateral ties between Russia and India in this field.
The two day conference will be graced by Shri Ravinder Singh (Indraj), Minister of Social Justice & Welfare for SC & ST, Dr. Vineet Joshi, Chairman, University Grants Commission (UGC), Shri Rajiv Kumar, Former Election Commissioner of India, Ms. Manmeet Kaur Nanda, Additional Secretary of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Mr. Pradeep Kharola, Director General (DG) of the National Testing Agency (NTA), Shri Himal Tewari, CHRO and Chief CSR & Sustainability, Tata Power, Shri Lov Verma, Former Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DePwD), Government of India, Shri Krishan Kalra, President, NAAI & Former President, AIMA, Dr. Jitender Aggarwal, Founder & CEO, Sarthak Educational Trust & Secretary General, NAAI, Shri Siddhartha Rastogi, Managing Director, Ambit Asset Management along with other dignitaries. The event will bring together government leaders, corporates, NGOs, media representatives, and persons with disabilities to deliberate on the evolving landscape of inclusion, skill development, and sustainability in India.
Now in its 12th edition, the National Conference on Disability (NCD) has become one of India’s foremost platforms for driving the disability inclusion agenda. Over the years, it has been graced by dignitaries such as Hon’ble Om Birla, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, and the Former Vice President of India, who inaugurated the Sarthak Global Resource Centre during a previous edition. The 2025 conference will be anchored around the theme “Sustainable Development Goals and Disability Inclusion”, focusing on integrating disability perspectives across key SDGs for true inclusive growth.
This year’s agenda includes impactful sessions such as Partnerships for an Inclusive India, Employer Panel on Equal Opportunity, Early Intervention & Inclusive Education, Technology & Innovation for Inclusion, PwD Leaders’ Panel: Voices of Change, and Media & Narratives: Shaping Inclusion.
The event will also feature an Assistive Devices Display, and the release of Sarthak’s Coffee Table Book, making the conference both celebratory and solution-oriented.
The National Abilympics 2025, to be held alongside the conference, will bring together medalists from four regional events South Zone (Chennai), West Zone (Mumbai), North Zone (Lucknow), and East & North East Zone (Guwahati). Over 500 participants from more than 20 states competed across diverse skill categories such as ICT, Crafts, Hospitality, and Services during the regional rounds. These 60+ winners will now compete at the national stage, with the best talents advancing to represent Team India at the 11th International Abilympics 2027 in Finland, widely known as the “Work Skill Olympics” for Persons with Disabilities.
Speaking ahead of the event, Dr. Jitender Aggarwal, Secretary-General of NAAI and Founder & CEO of Sarthak Educational Trust, said, “The National Abilympics and NCD mark not just the culmination of a year-long journey, but a reaffirmation of India’s commitment to inclusion. Through this platform, we’re turning skill into opportunity and opportunity into empowerment. Our mission to train 10 million Persons with Disabilities and facilitate 2 lakh sustainable jobs by 2027 continues to guide every effort we make.”
Over the past year, the regional Abilympics have uncovered inspiring stories of resilience from rural Assam to metropolitan Mumbai showing that skill knows no boundaries. With strong government partnerships and corporate participation, the upcoming national event promises to be a defining moment in India’s journey toward inclusive and sustainable growth for all.
15, Nov 2025
CK Kumaravel Family’s Next Gen Launches NXTFACE, India’s First AI-Driven Gen Z Skincare Brand
Chennai, November 14, 2025: India’s Gen Z population is reshaping how beauty, identity, and technology intersect. Yet, while this generation contributes nearly 40 per cent of online beauty and personal-care purchases, there remains a significant gap in skincare designed around their biology, behaviour, and lifestyle. NXTFACE, India’s first AI-driven Gen Z skincare brand, officially launched today to empower the ‘second-face’ transition from adolescence to young adulthood. This defining stage in every young person’s life marks not just a physical change, but also a transformation in confidence, identity and self-expression.
Founded by Ms Dhamyanthi Kumaravel, a young second-generation entrepreneur from the family behind Naturals, India’s leading salon chain, NXTFACE marks the next chapter in India’s beauty revolution, driven by innovation and intelligence. Having personally experienced the post-teenage shift in her own skin, Dhamyanthi spent nearly two years travelling across countries, meeting scientists, and studying how hormones, stress, and environment affect young skin.
On returning to India, she partnered with Connell R&D, a global leader with proven experience in developing state-of-the-art formulations backed by years of research and testing. This collaboration allows NXTFACE to create skincare that is suitable for Gen Z skin and smarter in performance, which is tailored specifically for Indian skin tones and climate.
Commenting on this launch, Ms Dhamyanthi Kumaravel, Founder-CEO of NXTFACE said, “When I came back, I told my parents that the future of beauty won’t come from experience alone. It has to come from intelligence and an understanding of Gen Z. Our generation doesn’t need what our parents used; we need something that understands our transforming skin. NXTFACE does exactly that. It talks about change, not just glow or radiance. Your skin goes through another transformation as you step into young adulthood, and that’s your second face. NXTFACE was created to help our generation understand that phase, not fear it.”
NXTFACE also introduces India’s first real-time, camera-activated AI skincare interface, where users can simply look into their screen to receive instant, unbiased skin insights along with lifestyle recommendations. Built on AI, ML, and LLM technology, this proprietary system analyses visual data instead of prompts or uploads, creating a seamless and human-like experience of understanding the skin.
Commenting on technology adoption, she added, “Our AI doesn’t rate beauty, it explains biology. It helps users see their skin clearly, not filtered, not judged, but understood. I’m excited about what AI can do. It’s like a supreme human brain that can analyse millions of data points in minutes to deliver unbiased and authentic information. This is incredibly important for consumers today, and that’s why I decided to make AI the heart of our innovation. By leveraging AI across our R&D and digital platforms, we stay laser-focused on understanding Gen Z’s evolving needs across a country as diverse as India, where every region brings its own skin tones, lifestyles, and climates.”
Adding to this, she also said, “NXTFACE harnesses advanced small molecule technology to enable deeper penetration and faster absorption, ensuring every ingredient performs at its highest potential. Our formulations are proactive, adaptive, and transformative — designed not just to treat today’s skin, but to prepare it for tomorrow. Select products feature Exosomes, celebrated for their exceptional cell-repair and rejuvenation properties, bringing cutting-edge biotechnology into the masstige skincare space. By merging innovation with accessibility, NXTFACE delivers next-generation skincare that evolves with your lifestyle — intelligent, results-driven, and made for skin that never settles. And with today’s launch, we’re not just introducing a brand—we’re unveiling a vision. We aim to scale NXTFACE to ₹500 crore in revenue by 2030, driven by innovation, intelligence and a deep understanding of Gen Z.”
The launch range includes serums, sunscreens (gels, sprays, and sticks), lip balms, day creams, sleeping masks, and face washes, priced at an accessible average of ₹550, with all products being vegan, cruelty-free, and toxin-free.
Commenting on her association, Ms Kayadu Lohar, Actor and Brand Ambassador, NXTFACE said, “I connected with NXTFACE instantly because it speaks to what we all experience – change. It’s not about hiding it or fighting it, but embracing it with confidence. That’s what makes it more than just skincare. It’s self-understanding.”
NXTFACE also sets a new benchmark in distribution strategy, combining retail, technology, and experience in one ecosystem. The brand will be available across modern trade, general trade, and pharmacy stores, leading e-commerce platforms, and its AI-powered official website. Additionally, it will debut through over 800 Naturals Salons, offering direct consumer trials, making NXTFACE one of India’s first skincare brands to exist simultaneously across store, salon, and screen.
14, Nov 2025
MRF Reports Strong Q2 Performance with 7% Growth in Total Income
November 14, 2025 | Chennai: MRF Ltd. today announced its financial results for the quarter ended 30th September 2025, delivering steady growth in revenue and profitability supported by favorable raw material prices and robust operational performance.
Financial Performance
MRF’s consolidated total income increased by 7% to Rs 7,487 Crores for the quarter ended 30th September 2025, compared to Rs 6,994 Crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The consolidated profit before tax stood at Rs 699 Crores, up from Rs 631 Crores recorded in the same quarter last year.
The provision for tax for the quarter amounted to Rs 173 Crores. After accounting for taxes, the consolidated net profit for the quarter stood at Rs 526 Crores, compared to Rs 471 Crores in the corresponding quarter ended 30th September 2024.
Overall, the financial performance for the quarter showed improvement, with profit growth primarily driven by the softening of raw material prices.
Operational Highlights
Traditionally, the second quarter experiences lower sales due to monsoon-related impacts. Despite this, OEM (Original Equipment) sales continued to register strong double-digit growth, and exports performed well even amidst tariff-related challenges.
Towards the latter part of the quarter, the Government’s announcement on GST rate reduction led to a temporary slowdown in replacement sales. However, the revised GST structure is expected to positively influence market demand in the upcoming quarters.
Dividend Declaration
The Board of Directors has declared an Interim Dividend of Rs 3/- per share (30%) on equity shares of Rs 10 each, for the financial year ending 31st March 2026.
14, Nov 2025
Elanpro Expands Glass Top Freezer Range for Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts
ELANPRO EXPANDS GLASS TOP FREEZER RANGE FOR ICE CREAM AND FROZEN DESSERT INDUSTRY
New Delhi, 14 November, 2025: Elanpro, India’s leading commercial refrigeration company, has expanded its Glass Top Freezer range with ten new models designed to meet the evolving requirements of the ice cream and frozen dessert segment.
With ice cream retail increasingly driven by impulse and visibility, glass-top freezers have become integral to product presentation. Elanpro’s new range addresses this need through precise temperature control and robust insulation, ensuring that visual appeal is matched by reliable performance.
The next gen range features dual condenser technology for superior temperature management in high ambient conditions and 70 mm insulation that enhances temperature retention while reducing energy consumption. Capable of achieving pull-down temperatures of up to -30 degree C, the freezers help preserve product texture, taste, and consistency, minimising wastage and maintaining operational efficiency.
A key differentiator is the internal configuration, carefully designed to accommodate three layers of industry-standard 6×6-inch bulk ice cream packs ensuring optimal space utilisation and maximum display. This precision supports organised SKU arrangement and improved product visibility, allowing retailers and parlours to maintain neat, efficient displays that enhance customer experience.
To complement performance with design, the range includes five flat glass and five curved glass variants, offering operators the flexibility to choose between functional or premium aesthetics. The curved glass models are equipped with heated door frames that prevent condensation, ensuring clear visibility even in high humidity conditions. The product features an in-built drain system to manage moisture effectively, enabling uninterrupted product display in diverse retail environments.
With this expanded portfolio, Elanpro further strengthens its position as a solutions partner to the ice cream and frozen dessert industry, supporting brands and retailers with refrigeration systems that combine reliability, efficiency, and modern design.
14, Nov 2025
Parle 20-20 Cookies Partners with ChildSafe Foundation to Make Children’s Day Sweeter
Mumbai 14th November, 2025:- Parle Products, India’s leading manufacturer of biscuits and confectionery, celebrated Children’s Day with a heartwarming initiative under its popular Parle 20-20 Cookies brand. As part of the brand’s latest campaign “Cookies Bole Toh… Parle 20-20,” Parle collaborated with ChildSafe Foundation to bring moments of joy and celebration with children through interactive sessions, games, and parle products hampers.
The initiative was conceived to spread joy and foster a sense of belonging among children, reflecting Parle’s enduring belief in the power of simple gestures to create lasting happiness. The activity reflected Parle’s belief that childhood is best celebrated with warmth, laughter, and shared moments much like the joy of enjoying a cookie together.
Speaking about the collaboration, Mayank Shah, Vice President, Parle Products, said, “We have always believed that our role goes beyond creating products, it’s about creating joy and memories. This Children’s Day, our collaboration with ChildSafe Foundation allowed us to give back to the community in a way that truly embodies the spirit of Parle 20-20. Through simple yet meaningful interactions, we wanted to make every child feel valued, seen, and celebrated.”
Through this initiative, Parle Products reaffirmed its belief that true brand purpose lies in bringing joy to children’s lives. Renowned for its crispy, buttery taste and melt-in-the-mouth delight, Parle 20-20 celebrates everyday happiness, a sentiment echoed in its partnership with ChildSafe Foundation. The effort reflects Parle’s ongoing commitment to nurturing joyful communities and spreading goodness that goes well beyond the pack.
14, Nov 2025
Haier Ushers in a New Era of Fashion Tech with ‘Xpression’, Transforming Appliances with Graffiti Art
India, 14th November, 2025: Haier Appliances India, the No.1 global major appliances brand for 16 consecutive years, is once again putting innovation at the forefront by introducing ‘Xpression’, the industry’s first graffiti art-inspired home appliances. In a first-of-its-kind blend of art and technology, Xpression calls upon graffiti artists, illustrators and creative minds from across India to unleash their imagination of everyday appliances as canvases of style, design and expression. Building on Haier’s legacy of vibrant colors and textures, this foray into graffiti inspired fashion tech transforms air conditioners and refrigerators into limited-edition masterpieces, celebrating a dynamic fusion of creativity, technology and artistic imagination.
The registration kicks off today and will remain live until December 05, 2025. Interested participants can sign up by scanning the specially designed QR code available on Haier’s social media handles or at the 3rd World Graffiti Jam in Mizoram, an event known for celebrating street art and bringing together creative voices from across the region. Haier is leveraging this culturally vibrant platform to launch registrations for Xpression, connecting directly with artists who are deeply rooted in graffiti and urban art. By engaging participants in an environment that thrives on creativity and expression, Haier invites them to bring their artistic identity from public spaces to everyday appliances.
Registered participants can submit their digital designs inspired by the theme ‘Freshness, Expression and Possibility’. The most compelling entries will earn their creators an invitation to Haier’s headquarters at Greater Noida, where they’ll bring their digital visions to life by painting directly on Haier’s air conditioners and refrigerators.
The winning artworks will shine in Haier’s Limited-Edition Series, turning the artists’ creativity into a lasting legacy across homes in India. Winners will also take home a generous cash prize, rewarding their daring vision and artistic flair.
Commenting on the initiative, Mr. NS Satish, President of Haier Appliances India, said:
““At Haier, we believe innovation goes beyond technology, it’s about sparking creativity that transforms everyday experiences. With Xpression, our appliances become canvases of style, design and self-expression, giving graffiti art a place in daily life. This groundbreaking move into fashion tech reflects our ambition to merge art, technology and lifestyle. By empowering artists to break boundaries, evoke emotions and leave a lasting mark on homes across India, Xpression celebrates the limitless power of creativity. It shows that innovation and artistic expression can coexist to inspire, connect, and redefine everyday appliances.”
Haier takes design innovation a step further with its fashion tech initiative and graffiti-inspired art, bringing its philosophy of ‘More Creation, More Possibilities’ to life. By giving India’s youth a platform to unleash their creativity, the brand transforms everyday appliances into expressive canvases, merging style, innovation and artistic expression in a way that redefines how appliances connect with people.
14, Nov 2025
Ajmal Showcases Indian Craftsmanship with The Untold Stories at Burj Khalifa
Ajmal Brings Indian Craftsmanship to Global Heights with The Untold Stories Launch at Burj Khalifa
Mumbai, India, 14th November, 2025 : When the Burj Khalifa lit up with the name Ajmal, it marked more than just a launch. It was a defining moment for Indian perfumery. With The Untold Stories, its most ambitious collection to date, Ajmal Perfumes introduced a new chapter that brings craftsmanship and contemporary creativity together on the global stage. Created for those who seek individuality and refuse to wear what everyone else is wearing, the collection unites five of the world’s most celebrated perfumers, each offering a distinct interpretation of scent.
Five chapters. Five visions. One revolutionary idea: complete creative freedom.
Chapter 1 by Maxime Exler opens with fig and cardamom. Sun on skin. Salt air. Like August on the French Rivira stretched into forever. Mediterranean warmth made wearable.
Chapter 2 by Dalia Izem is built around black tea. Quiet. Elegant. The kind of fragrance worn by people who have nothing to prove. Jasmine and creamy almond soften the edges. It feels like a private club you have to know about to find.
Chapter 3 by Benjamin Bélizon went in the opposite direction. Osmanthus with ripe fruit and green brightness. Luminous. Alive. For someone whose energy walks into a room before they do.
Chapter 4 by Nathalie Lorson, never one to play it safe, created something with bite. Black cherry collides with smoky leather. Bold without trying. The fragrance equivalent of a perfectly cut blazer and nothing underneath.
Chapter 5 by Coralie Spicher and Fabrice Pellegrin took the traditional fougère and tore it apart. Metallic woods. Black ink. It smells the way contemporary art feels. Challenging. Confident. Not for everyone, which is exactly the point.
Abdulla Ajmal, CEO of Ajmal Perfumes, says,
“Luxury is not about appealing to everyone. It is about connecting deeply with the right ones. We are a 74-year-old house rooted in Middle Eastern perfumery, but The Untold Stories is not about tradition for its own sake. We asked five remarkable perfumers to create freely, without limits, because real artistry grows from freedom. These fragrances were not focus-grouped or trend-tested. They are personal, honest, and unapologetic. Each one invites you to wear something that feels entirely your own.”
This is Ajmal at its most confident, rooted in heritage, yet pushing forward. Respectful of craft but always evolving.
Each fragrance is unisex because great perfume has never cared about gender. Each bottle is a complete world. No line extensions. No playing it safe.
The collection invites a more intimate discovery. Visit an Ajmal boutique, experience each chapter on skin, find the one that feels like it was created for you alone. Because the best fragrances are never chosen. They choose you.
14, Nov 2025
Qatar Airways Partners with Indian Chef Garima Arora to Launch Exclusive Business Class Menu
India 14th November ,2025 :- Qatar Airways announces the launch of an exclusive Business Class menu in collaboration with celebrated chef and restaurateur, Garima Arora (Chef Garima). Officially launched on 15 November 2025, the Business Class menu features an all-vegetarian, Ayurvedic-inspired offering, available on routes from Doha to India. The special menu will be refreshed every three months with new dishes curated by Chef Garima to offer the best variety to Business Class passengers. In the next phase, Chef Garima’s menu will also be extended to routes from Doha to the United States.
Chef Garima, a trailblazer in modern Indian cuisine, became the first Indian woman to earn a Michelin star in 2018 for her Bangkok-based restaurant, Gaa. In 2023, Gaa was awarded a second Michelin star, making it one of the few Indian restaurants globally to achieve this distinction. With this, Chef Garima also became the first female Indian chef to lead a two-Michelin star kitchen.
This menu collaboration is testimony to Qatar Airways’ commitment to elevating the Business Class dining experience. The new menu draws inspiration from Chef Garima’s culinary philosophy of creating one-of-a-kind dining experience that showcases modern Indian cooking techniques – a bold reinterpretations of Indian flavours with fresh local ingredients.
Xia Cai, Senior Vice President of Product Development & Design at Qatar Airways, commented: “At Qatar Airways, we continue to set new benchmarks in luxury travel by curating experiences that are as refined as they are memorable. Our collaboration with Chef Garima Arora—celebrated for her modern take on Indian cuisine—reflects our commitment to innovation and culinary excellence at altitude.”
“Dining onboard should evoke the same sense of indulgence as a fine-dining experience on the ground. This bespoke menu, crafted especially for our Indian passengers, honours regional authenticity while embracing global sophistication. It is yet another step in our ongoing mission to delight our customers with world-class quality in every detail.”
Chef Garima Arora said, “For me, this partnership is about reimagining how Indian food can be experienced at 30,000 feet. The menu celebrates the richness of our culinary traditions, while presenting them with the elegance and comfort that define premium travel.”
This culinary partnership between Chef Garima Arora and Qatar Airways debuts with a refined Business Class menu:
Appetiser
- Chaat
Berry sorbet, dal dumplings, pomegranate drizzle and sweet yoghurt
Main Course
- My Grandmother’s Millet Khichdi
A traditional Ayurvedic Sattvik serving designed for easy digestion during travels
Served with homemade pickles, condiments and warm shorba
Dessert
- Masala Chai Mousse
Delicately infused aromatic tea, dipped Parle-G, raspberries stuffed with candied ginge
