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Cornitos Makes Every Friendship Day Moment Snack-Worthy

29th July 2025, 2025 : Friendship Day is a reminder of the small things, the shared laughs, unplanned hangouts, late-night calls, and endless snack sessions. And if there’s one thing that truly brings friends together, its food especially snacks that everyone loves. Cornitos, is the perfect partner to celebrate the bond with your squad in crunchy, flavourful moments that match every mood, plan, and craving.

Whether you’re spending the day curled up with a movie marathon, hosting a game night, or planning an old-school sleepover, Cornitos’ range of innovative snacks has something to offer for everyone. From the classic Nacho Crisps in bold Indian and Mexican flavours to the newly launched Crusties — baked, not fried, and bursting with flavour — the brand has your cravings covered. The Nuts & Kernels range is perfect for those who prefer mindful munching, while the DIY Kits, Tortilla Wraps, Taco Shells, and flavourful Dips turn any get-together into a full-on snacking experience.

Don’t miss the handy Tray Packs and Combo Packs which are perfect for road trips, outdoor hangouts, and gifting on the go. Want something ready to gift or share? The Gift Pack range including Snacker Delight Box,The Nacho Fiesta, Crunch Carnival and Party Packare just what you need to make this Friendship Day extra special — no planning required, just open and enjoy.

So, enrich your Friendship Day moments with Cornitos, that brings people together with every crunchy bite. Let your plans be spontaneous, your laughter endless, and your snacks unforgettable.

CEO Compensation in India Averaged ₹7.2 Crore in FY24,Reveals Resource Bridge Study

Mumbai, July 29, 2025: A new study by executive search firm Resource Bridge has revealed that the average compensation for CEOs in India’s listed companies touched ₹7.2 crore, growing at an annual rate of 9 percent over the last decade. CFOs, by comparison, drew an average of ₹2.3 crore, with compensation levels rising 1.7 times over the same period. The CEO Compensation Report 2025 and CFO Compensation Report 2025 are the outcome of a three-month analysis of annual reports from nearly 1,000 listed companies, coupled with open-source financial data in the public domain.

ShareChat and Moj Announce Second Edition of ‘Short Form Big Impact Leadership Summit 2025’

MUMBAI & GURUGRAM, July 29, 2025 – ShareChat & Moj, India’s leading homegrown social media platforms, in partnership with ETBrandEquity, today announced the second edition of ‘Short Form Big Impact Leadership Summit 2025’. The flagship event will bring together industry leaders, marketers, and decision-makers to explore how brands can harness cultural intelligence and regional storytelling to unlock growth in India’s rapidly expanding regional markets.

The summit will be held in Mumbai at Taj Lands End, Bandra, on August 21, 2025, and in Gurugram at The Oberoi on August 28, 2025, under the theme “Culture Is the New Consumer Intelligence.”

With 86% of Indians preferring content in their native language and 88% finding local language advertisements more impactful, India’s consumer landscape demands a fundamental shift from demographic-based to culture-first marketing approaches. The opportunity is significant, with 6 in 10 digital users now coming from non-metro regions, representing an unprecedented $1 trillion market opportunity.

Short-form content has evolved beyond entertainment to become a lifestyle choice, influencing daily conversations, brand discovery, and purchase decisions across regional India. This transformation has paved the way for micro-dramas – structured, serialized storytelling tailored to Indian languages and cultural contexts.

ShareChat’s ecosystem, including the newly launched QuickTV, is leading this evolution with over 30 million viewers consuming 120 million micro-drama episodes daily, demonstrating the massive appetite for culturally relevant, snackable content.

“At ETBrandEquity, we believe that the future of brand storytelling lies in cultural intelligence — not just consumer data,” said Amit Kumar Gupta, Business Head of Economictimes.com. “The second edition of the Short Form Big Impact Leadership Summit is a rallying ground for brands to learn how to connect authentically and effectively with regional India through short-form content.”

Manohar Charan, Co-Founder & CFO, ShareChat & Moj, says, “India’s digital audiences aren’t just defined by demographics, they’re shaped by culture. From language and rituals to regional creators and micro-storytelling, we’re seeing a deep shift in how people connect, consume, and act. The Short Form Big Impact Leadership Summit is where this transformation takes centre stage. With ‘Culture is the New Consumer Intelligence’ theme, we’re inviting the industry to look beyond formats and into the emotional pulse of India. If you’re building for relevance, trust, and scale in this market, this is where the real conversation begins.”

The summit will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and case study showcases covering critical topics including:

• Rewriting the Playbook: Where Culture Becomes Intelligence

• Culture, Content & Creators: The 3Cs of Building Brands

• Building Brands in a Short-Form World

• From Daily Soaps to Daily Scrolls: Micro-Dramas as India’s New Prime Time

• Regional Voice: The Power of Real, Relatable Content

Attendees will receive actionable insights on developing cultural intelligence frameworks, implementing language-first storytelling strategies, creating festival marketing playbooks, and building authentic creator partnership models.

The summit is designed for senior marketing professionals, brand managers, agency leaders, and decision-makers focused on regional market expansion. Limited to 200 participants per city, early bird registration is available until August 1, 2025.

Hindware Smart Appliances Launches Exclusive Brand Store in Delhi

New Delhi, 29 July, 2025: Hindware Smart Appliances, a prominent name in the kitchen appliances industry, has inaugurated a new, state-of-the-art brand store in Delhi. With this latest launch, the company now operates six exclusive outlets across the Delhi NCR region, reinforcing its footprint in one of India’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving markets. The store was inaugurated by Mr. Neeraj Basoya, MLA – Kasturba Marg.

Strategically located at Kotla Mubarakpur in South Delhi, the new store offers customers an immersive retail experience, showcasing Hindware Smart Appliances’ comprehensive range of kitchen solutions under one roof. The selection includes chimneys, built-in hobs, cooktops, microwave ovens, water heaters, and more, allowing visitors to explore modern, innovative products for their homes with ease.

Delhi remains a key growth market for premium kitchen and home appliances, driven by rapid urban development, rising residential projects, and a growing preference for design-led living. For Hindware Smart Appliances, this presents a strong opportunity to meet the evolving needs of consumers seeking modern, high-performance solutions. Expanding in capital is a strategic step to enhance accessibility while offering customers a more personalized and engaging retail experience.

Mr. Mahesh Choudhary, President, Hindware Home Innovation Ltd., commented:
“Delhi is a vibrant and ever-evolving market that perfectly aligns with our vision of bringing innovative, design-led kitchen solutions closer to customers. This new store is more than just a retail space—it is an experience centre where customers can interact with our products, receive expert advice, and find tailored solutions to enhance their everyday living.”

With a strong nationwide network of dealers, distributors, direct dealers, and exclusive brand stores, Hindware Smart Appliances continues to scale its presence and reaffirm its commitment to delivering value and innovation across India.

Beyond Trends: Pleyne Infuses Artisanal Finesse into Street-Inspired Couture

29th July 2025, Jaipur : In a world of accelerating trends and algorithm-driven aesthetics, Pleyne offers something rare: stillness. Not inaction—but intention. A moment of clarity dressed in cloth.

Pleyne enters the Indian menswear landscape not to disrupt, but to refine. Quietly confident and deeply rooted, it brings together street-informed ease and centuries-old craftsmanship—creating clothing that feels both moment and beyond it.

This is not fashion designed to perform. It is made to align—with the man who values clarity over noise, and craft over chaos.

“Our garments aren’t just designed to be remembered—they’re meant to be felt,” shares Chirag Sogani, co-visionary behind the brand. “It’s about how they fit, how they move with you, and what they quietly represent.”

Where Craft Does Not Shout—It Speaks

At Pleyne, streetwear silhouettes are reimagined through the hands of master karigars, where every panel and thread are chosen with care. Zardozi, kantha, and traditional hand-threading are not used as embellishment—but as architecture. They serve the structure. They tell a story.

A washed khadi overshirt with hand-dyed variations. A re-cut kurta that drapes like air but carries the weight of ceremony. A bomber jacket lined with silk and meaning. Each detail exists not to impress—but to resonate.

The Man It is Made For

The Pleyne man does not follow fashion cycles. He curates a wardrobe that reflects clarity, rhythm, and restrained expression. He moves across cities and cultures. He collects, not consumes. For him, style is legacy—not inventory.

These are not garments you buy. These are pieces you build relationships with.

An Intentional Rhythm

Everything at Pleyne is created in limited, considered quantities. This is not to manufacture scarcity—but to uphold dignity. The pace is slower. The process is sacred. And the outcome is lasting—emotionally and aesthetically.

There are joggers, yes. But they arrive with the gravitas of tailored trousers. Bandh galas, too—but devoid of ornament, cut for the modern silhouette. Comfort is non-negotiable. And yet, formality lingers—quietly.

Pleyne is not for every man. It is for the man who knows who he is—and dresses like one.

Explore the Jaipur studio or discover the collection. Not to find something new. But to discover something deeply yours.

Ozone Urbana – A World-Class Integrated Township, Far Away from the Maddening Crowd

Bengaluru, India | 28 July 2025: In a city that never slows down, an oasis of calm, connection, and convenience is redefining modern living. Ozone Urbana — a masterpiece integrated township by Ozone Group — rises far from the urban chaos yet remains deeply connected to the heartbeat of Bengaluru. Here, residents enjoy a life of balance, wellbeing, and spirited community.

Spread across expansive, thoughtfully planned acres, Ozone Urbana is more than just a residential enclave. It is a self-sufficient urban ecosystem — seamlessly bringing together homes, businesses, education, senior Living, and leisure within one harmonious township. With a design philosophy built on sustainability, comfort, and connectivity, Ozone Urbana meets the aspirations of today’s discerning urban families in the Bengaluru real estate sector.

Key Features of Ozone Urbana:

A Living Mosaic of All Generations
Ozone Urbana stands out as a truly intergenerational community, where seniors with a lifetime of experience, energetic working adults, and playful kids all co-exist and thrive. Community parks, open spaces, and extraordinary landscaping ensure everyone—from elders enjoying peaceful walks to children laughing in playgrounds—finds their space here.

1. State-of-the-Art Infrastructure & Utilities

• Well-laid, wide, and well-lit roads with clear signage
• Equate power systems with robust backup systems
• Clean, treated water accessible throughout
• Modern sewerage and drainage for hygiene and safety
• Effective waste management and recycling programs
• Excellent connectivity via public transport to key Bengaluru hubs

2. Diverse Residential Options

• Choice of finely crafted apartments, spacious villas, and custom plots
• Smart home features for optimized energy use and convenience
• Options for every budget, blending affordability with luxury

3. Abundant Recreational Amenities

• Swimming pool, gymnasium, sports courts, and event venues
• Vast landscaped gardens, inviting green zones, and tranquil walking trails
• Vibrant community centres encouraging social interaction and festive celebrations

4. Essential Services Within Easy Reach

• One of India’s largest senior care resident committees
• Leading schools for world-class education

5. Sustainable Living Initiatives

• Rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge
• Green building standards across the township
• Waste reduction and proactive recycling practices

6. A Truly Connected Community

• Regular events, festivals, and cultural programs to foster bonds
• Common gardens and open seating areas that encourage neighbourly interactions
• A township where every resident is welcomed and feels at home

Ozone Urbana: Where City Life Meets Tranquil Living

Whether you’re a young professional seeking urban convenience, a growing family looking for safe and enriching surroundings, or a retiree yearning for serenity without compromise, Ozone Urbana offers an unmatched lifestyle. It’s not just where you live — it’s how you live that sets Ozone Urbana apart.

Welcome to the future of living in Bengaluru. Welcome to Ozone Urbana.

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SaaS unicorn Amagi Media Labs Limited files DRHP with SEBI

Chandigarh, July 28, 2025: Amagi Media Labs Limited, a software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) company that connects media companies to their audiences through cloud-native technology and helps content providers and distributors upload and deliver video over the internet (streaming) through smart televisions, smartphones and applications, has filed the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with capital markets regulator SEBI to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO).

Amagi, founded in 2008 by its promoters Baskar Subramanian, Managing Director & CEO; Srividhya Srinivasan, Chief Technology Officer; and Arunachalam Srinivasan Karapattu, President—Global Business, is backed by leading venture capital firms, including Accel, Avataar Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, and Premji Invest. The company works with more than 45% of the top 50 listed ‘media and entertainment’ companies by revenue. 

According to the DRHP, the proposed IPO of the Bengaluru-headquartered company combines a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating up to Rs. 1,020 crores with an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 3,41,88,542 equity shares (3.41 crore equity shares) by the selling shareholders.

As part of the OFS, the Investor Selling Shareholders – PI Opportunities Fund I, PI Opportunities Fund II, Norwest Venture Partners X – Mauritius, Accel India VI (Mauritius) Ltd., Accel Growth VI Holdings (Mauritius) Ltd., Trudy Holdings, AVP I Fund, and certain Individual Selling Shareholders will be offloading shares.

Amagi proposes to utilize the Net Proceeds of the Fresh Issue towards investment in technology and cloud infrastructure (Rs. 667 crores); funding inorganic growth through unidentified acquisitions and general corporate purposes.

Amagi is the only end-to-end, AI-enabled cloud platform in the video category of the Media & Entertainment (M&E industry) serving as the ‘industry cloud’ for the sector. It’s business is organized across three key divisions – Cloud Modernization, Streaming Unification, and Monetization and Marketplace which addresses the requirements of three main categories of customers – Content Providers (including television networks, movie studios, production companies, sports leagues, and other media creators), Distributors (such as OTT platforms, telecom operators, and smart television manufacturers) and Advertising platforms and advertisers (including demand-side platforms, ad agencies, brands and technology providers that facilitate digital advertising transactions.)

 Amagi reported revenue from operations of Rs. 1,162 crores in FY25, recording a compound annual growth rate of 30.70% from FY2023 to FY2025, driven by new customer acquisition and increased use of the platform by existing customers.

Kotak Mahindra Capital Company Limited, Citigroup Global Markets India Private Limited, Goldman Sachs (India) Securities Private Limited, IIFL Capital Services Limited, and Avendus Capital Private Limited are the Book Running Lead Managers to the issue.

The equity shares of the company are proposed to be listed on BSE and NSE.

Swiggy Launches Swiggy Wiggy 3.0 with Original Rap Anthem: Celebrates Talent of Delivery Partners

National, July 28, 2025: Swiggy , India’s pioneering on-demand convenience platform, today shared that it has launched the third edition of Swiggy Wiggy, a unique talent discovery initiative for delivery partners across India where delivery partners could submit videos showcasing their talent, be it singing, sketching, rapping, dancing, beatboxing, or any other form of creative expression. Over 3000 delivery partners have participated in Swiggy Wiggy 3.0 and the top 10 shortlisted entries are open for public voting on the Swiggy Delivery Partners official Instagram handle from July 26, 2025.

In addition to this, the company also launched an original rap anthem for Swiggy Wiggy 3.0, performed by Indian hip-hop artist ‘The Siege’. With a compelling beat and a bold message, the anthem celebrated the multi-faceted talent of delivery partners across the country. The rap song, now live on Swiggy Delivery Partners’ official Instagram handle, is a tribute to the untold stories of grit, ambition, and talent within the Swiggy delivery partner community. Swiggy also organized mobile van auditions in multiple cities to make it easier for the delivery partners to participate.

The five most-voted participants of Swiggy Wiggy 3.0 will be invited to Swiggy’s corporate headquarters in Bengaluru for a grand live finale on August 6, 2025. The winners stand to win prizes worth up to Rs. 5 lakhs. The first-place winner will ride away on a Royal Enfield motorcycle, while the runners-up and the next 2 will take home cash prizes of Rs. 1 lakh, Rs. 75,000, and Rs. 50,000 respectively.

Past editions of Swiggy Wiggy have uncovered exceptional talent. In Season 2, Aakash Saroj, a runner-up, went on to audition for Hip Hop India 2 on Amazon miniTV after his Swiggy Wiggy performance went viral. Harish, a sketch artist and former finalist, exhibited and sold out his artwork at an internal Swiggy event last year. Other standout talents uncovered included calisthenic performers, tabla players, singers, and painters, each one representing the hidden potential that lies within Swiggy’s frontline workforce.

The anthem can be viewed here: https://bit.ly/SwiggyWiggyRap

VergeCloud expands its footprint with six new PoPs across India

The new PoPs deepen VergeCloud’s commitment to support the country’s rising demand for cloud-native, real-time digital services across sectors such as media, fintech, education, and e-commerce

28th, July 2025: VergeCloud, a leading next-generation edge cloud and content delivery network (CDN) platform, has announced a significant expansion of its national infrastructure with the launch of six new Points of Presence (PoPs) across India. The new locations, Noida, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Patna, and Lucknow, are a strategic step forward in the company’s mission to deliver ultra-low latency, secure, and locally optimised digital experiences to users across metro and tier-II cities.

With this deployment, VergeCloud reinforces its commitment to supporting the country’s rising demand for cloud-native, real-time digital services across key sectors, including media, fintech, education, e-commerce, and public services. The new PoPs will help drastically reduce latency and enhance content delivery speeds, enabling organisations to deliver faster, more resilient, and personalised digital experiences.

Speaking on the expansion, Dheeraj Chaudhary, Director of Technology at VergeCloud, said, “We are pleased to announce the launch of the six new PoPs across India. As the need for high-performance and locally compliant digital infrastructure grows, our edge capabilities are now strategically positioned to empower digital-first businesses and public institutions. The new PoPs are designed for speed, reliability, supporting intelligent traffic optimisation, regulatory compliance, and sustainable operations. By placing compute and caching closer to the user, VergeCloud is helping India move one step closer to a truly distributed and future-ready internet.”

The new PoPs will also reduce data transit distances and energy consumption through edge-based intelligent caching and optimised traffic flows. This aligns with the company’s commitment to operational efficiency while supporting the broader environmental goals of India’s digital ecosystem.

VergeCloud’s growing PoP network plays a vital role in supporting transformative national programs such as Smart Cities, BharatNet, and other Digital India initiatives. By providing a resilient, distributed cloud infrastructure, the company is actively contributing to the creation of a more connected and inclusive digital economy.

IVPA concludes 2-day Global Roundtable 4.0; reinforces two key demands of edible oil industry

New Delhi, July 25, 2025: The Indian Vegetable Oil Producers’ Association (IVPA), marking its Golden Jubilee year, concluded its flagship event Global Roundtable 4.0 on July 24–25 in New Delhi. The two-day summit, themed “Navigating Tectonic Global Shifts,” convened all stakeholders including global industry experts, policymakers, academics, and senior leadership from the vegetable oil value chain.

At the culmination of deliberations, IVPA reinforced two pressing policy priorities that directly affect India’s farmers, consumers, and industry viability:

1. Duty-Free Imports via Nepal continue to be a problem for the local industry due to zero duty imports of refined oils.
The Association highlighted that Nepal continues to flood Indian markets in north and northeast eastern parts of India. This not only undercuts domestic processors and refiners but also suppresses farmgate prices for oilseeds and contributes to underutilisation of processing capacities. IVPA called for immediate policy review and enforcement mechanisms. One of the potential solutions could be to canalise such zero duty imports through Government Agencies like Nafed and potentially other state agencies.

2. Reinstatement of Standardised Pack Sizes for Edible Oils:
IVPA urged the government to reintroduce standard packs for edible oils. This move is required to remove potential confusion regarding the prices in the context of plethora of pack options in the markets.

In a special message commemorating IVPA’s five-decade journey, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi lauded the Association’s role and contribution towards strengthening this sector. IVPA has evolved into a leading voice in policy advocacy, championing sustainability, nurturing innovation and advancing the vision of self-reliance in the edible oil and oilseeds sector.
The Roundtable sessions spanned key themes such as global supply disruptions, food security, sustainable sourcing, and India’s roadmap toward self-reliance and value addition in the oils and oilseeds economy. Expert panels engaged in forward-looking discussions on global trade shifts, climate imperatives, and policy frameworks that will define the sector’s next decade.
Conclusions from the Roundtable

Palm remains consolidated around this price and discount to soya likely to remain so. Indian mustard price rally should cool off with the Government’s intent to release some stocks. Globally sunflower oil prices might ease as the new crop in Black Sea region, likely to bounce back to normalcy. Given the increasing global mandates for bio fuels, it’s imperative that, India should continue the pursuit of higher domestic production at the incentivised minimum support price for oilseeds.

The event was steered by IVPA President Mr. Sudhakar Desai, with strategic leadership from Vice Presidents Mr. V.K. Jain, Mr. Amrendra Mishra, Ms. Bhavna Shah, Mr. Dhritiman Biswas, and Secretary General Mr. S.P. Kamrah.
IVPA remains committed to fostering resilient supply chains, informed policy dialogue, and inclusive growth in India’s edible oil sector.