13, Mar 2026
Godrej Consumer Products Named World’s leading Sustainable FMCG Company on Dow Jones Best in Class Index 2025
Bangalore, Mar 13: Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), a leading emerging markets FMCG company has been leading globally in the FMCG category on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Sustainability Index 2025, marking the first time the company has secured the top position on the globally respected benchmark.
GCPL secured a score of 89 out of 100 in the Personal Products category in S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which evaluated more than 3500 companies globally, placing it among the world’s leading consumer goods companies on environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance. The recognition reflects the company’s consistent progress across key sustainability priorities. Within the FMCG sector, the DJSI evaluates a wide range of criteria — from emission reductions to raw material sourcing to product disposal, packaging management, water management, sustainable sourcing, labour practices and many more.
In addition to the top ranking, S&P Global has recognised GCPL for completing 10 years of active participation in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). This milestone reflects a decade-long commitment to transparency, continuous improvement and leadership in embedding sustainability into core business strategy.
Commenting on the achievement, Sudhir Sitapati, Managing Director & CEO, Godrej Consumer Products Limited, said,
“Being ranked #1 globally on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index is a defining milestone for GCPL and a moment of immense pride for all of us. Sustainability is deeply embedded in our purpose of bringing the goodness of health and beauty to consumers in emerging markets. Our focus on creating value for people and the planet alongside profit shapes how we build our brands, design our products and run our operations. This recognition reflects the progress we have made in areas such as greener products, water positivity, climate action and energy efficiency, and strengthens our commitment to keep raising the bar for ourselves and for the FMCG industry globally.”
Pakzan Dastoor, Head – Sustainability & CSR, Godrej Industries Group, added,
“This recognition is built on a decade of consistency, discipline, and purpose. Ten years of participation in the CSA reflects our commitment to measurable action, transparency, and continuous improvement. Guided by the Godrej Group’s Good & Green philosophy, we have embedded priorities such as emission reduction, sustainable sourcing, and water and waste management, including ecosystem issues like plastics into our business strategy and everyday operations. Being ranked the world’s leading company on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index 2025 reinforces our belief that sustainability is not a parallel agenda, but integral to how we operate and grow. This recognition encourages us to keep raising the bar and driving meaningful progress for people and the planet.”
Acknowledging the milestone, Robert Dornau Senior Director, Head of Corporate Solutions & Engagements S&P Global Sustainable, said
“Reaching 10 years of participation in the S&P Global CSA is a testament to your company’s long-standing commitment to meaningful sustainability action. We are proud to have accompanied you on this journey and look forward to supporting your continued progress in the years ahead.”
The Dow Jones Best-in-Class Sustainability Index, based on the S&P Global CSA, is one of the world’s most respected benchmarks for evaluating corporate sustainability performance across economic, environmental and social dimensions.
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13, Mar 2026
BIScience Launches TV Intelligence Suite, Expanding AdClarity Into Cross-Media Ad Coverage
With linear TV data now live alongside digital and CTV, the born-digital platform tracks more than $174 billion in U.S. digital ad spend and $51 billion in U.S. linear TV spend from a single cross-media view
New York, NY — March 13 — BIScience, the company behind AdClarity, the world’s leading AI-driven ad intelligence platform, today announced the launch of its TV Intelligence Suite, bringing U.S. linear TV coverage into AdClarity’s existing digital, social, video, and CTV capabilities. The platform now delivers cross-media intelligence using one consistent methodology and consistent performance metrics.
Most legacy ad intelligence providers were built around linear TV and have gradually expanded into digital. AdClarity took the opposite path: born digital, the platform built best-in-class digital coverage before adding television, addressing a need that has intensified since digital ad spend surpassed linear TV around 2019.
As advertising budgets continue migrating from linear television to digital channels, organizations that lack cross-media visibility cannot determine whether they are overspending or underspending relative to the market. For senior marketing leaders, media planners, analysts, and operations teams, this gap creates significant operational overhead and an inability to set strategy with confidence. AdClarity covers more than 250 leading categories and industries in the U.S., including top spending sectors such as CPG, financial services, news and media, technology, and others.
According to AdClarity data, total tracked U.S. digital advertising spend reached $174.4 billion in 2025, up 5.5 percent year over year, with CTV the fastest-growing channel at $38 billion (up 8.1 percent). Adding approximately $51 billion in U.S. linear television spend gives customers visibility into how budgets shift across the full media mix.
AdClarity’s Linear TV coverage spans more than 100 U.S. networks and local affiliates, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and leading cable, news, and sports channels, with breakdowns by Designated Market Area (DMA), daypart, program, and creative execution. By pairing DMA-specific digital insights with local TV data, the platform delivers what BIScience describes as the most granular picture of U.S. local advertising available.
The platform is powered by AdClarity’s proprietary data infrastructure, spanning 52 global markets and 30 million opt-in panelists. Data is updated daily, with point-in-time data available from 2018 onward.
AdClarity offers capabilities no other solution provides, including real CTR analysis for each ad and campaign and Ad Objective attribution that classifies ads as performance or brand awareness. The platform also provides DMA-level spend analysis and AI-driven insights with a chatbot for automated competitive and media mix analysis.
“Until now, understanding where advertising budgets are moving between digital and television required stitching together disconnected tools with incompatible metrics,” said Dorit Kaplan, VP Product and Strategy at BIScience. “With the TV Intelligence Suite, AdClarity delivers what the market has been waiting for: a single cross-media view, built on consistent methodology, that enables teams to see the complete picture and make decisions with confidence. Our digital-first foundation gives us a distinct advantage as we bring every major advertising channel into one platform.”
AdClarity serves more than 2,000 customers worldwide, including 27% of the Fortune 500. The platform is used by global brands such as Adidas, Amazon, Booking.com, Disney, Shell, Sony, and Wix, and is trusted by partners including Nielsen, Kantar, WPP, and MediaRadar.
The TV Intelligence Suite is available now for enterprise customers in the United States. CTV coverage is currently available in the U.S., Germany, Canada, the U.K., and Australia.
13, Mar 2026
Lurie Autism Institute Announces Dr. Huda Zoghbi as the Inaugural Recipient of the Nancy Lurie Marks Prize for Autism Research
Mar 13 – The Lurie Autism Institute, a joint initiative of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and Penn Medicine created to drive discovery, develop new treatments, and improve the lives of individuals and families affected by autism, is proud to announce that geneticist Huda Y. Zoghbi, MD, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the Nancy Lurie Marks Prize for Autism Research, the Institute’s highest honor recognizing transformative contributions to autism research.
Zoghbi is a Distinguished Service Professor in the Departments of Molecular and Human Genetics, Pediatrics, Neuroscience, and Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine, and Director of Texas Children’s Duncan Neurological Research Institute (Duncan NRI). She is also an Investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. A pioneering pediatric neurologist and physician–scientist, Zoghbi has fundamentally reshaped understanding of the genetic and molecular basis of neurological disease – including autism spectrum disorder – by integrating human genetics, animal models, and systems-level neuroscience to define how disruptions in gene regulation, neuronal maturation, and circuit function drive disease.
“When thinking of an appropriate inaugural recipient of the Nancy Lurie Marks Prize for Autism Research, we wanted to consider the pre-eminent minds whose long history of incredible work in autism research continues to have a lasting effect,” said prize committee chair Frances E. Jensen, MD, Chair of the Department of Neurology and Professor of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and co-director of the Penn Translational Neuroscience Center. “Dr. Zoghbi’s record speaks for itself, and we couldn’t think of a more deserving inaugural recipient who exemplifies the pioneering work in autism research that the Lurie Autism Institute wants to make possible.”
The Prize Selection Committee recognized Zoghbi for her landmark discovery that mutations in the MECP2 gene cause Rett syndrome, an autism-related neurodevelopmental disorder. This breakthrough transformed Rett syndrome from an enigmatic clinical condition into a foundational model for understanding autism genetics and neurobiology. Her work established core principles that have guided modern autism research; these principles now underpin contemporary large-scale genomic studies of autism and have shaped how investigators conceptualize risk, penetrance, and phenotypic variability across neurodevelopmental disorders.
“I am deeply honored to receive the inaugural Nancy Lurie Marks Prize for Autism Research,” said Zoghbi. “Nancy’s dedication to autism research and to the families she so passionately championed has left an indelible mark on our field. The Lurie Autism Institute’s continued commitment to advancing impactful autism research benefits us all. I share this recognition with the patients and families who inspire our work every day, and with the remarkable trainees and collaborators whose insight, creativity, and dedication have advanced our understanding of how genetic disruptions alter brain function.” She continued, “I hope that continued progress in this field will lead to better insights and treatments, ultimately improving the lives of individuals with autism and their families. This honor serves as a powerful reminder of the promise rigorous science holds for truly transforming lives.”
By demonstrating that de novo mutations underlie Rett syndrome, Dr. Zoghbi helped catalyze study designs that enrich for de novo variation. These studies served as an important basis for projects such as the Simons Simplex Collection, a core project and resource of the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI) that establishes a permanent repository of genetic samples of families of children with autism. This framework was then later adopted by the Simons Foundation Powering Autism Research for Knowledge (SPARK) and the Autism Sequencing Consortium. This paradigm led to the discovery of dozens of de novo variants and hundreds of autism-related genes, many of which encode chromatin regulators, firmly establishing epigenetic and chromatin-mediated mechanisms as central pathways in autism.
“Dr. Zoghbi’s incredible discoveries of some key biological mechanisms underlying autism are important steps in the journey we’re on with the Lurie Autism Institute to provide patients with more answers,” said Daniel Rader, MD, Interim Director, Lurie Autism Institute and Chief of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics, Penn Medicine and CHOP. “Her central role in advancing our understanding of neurobiology and translating that basic science into clinical progress makes her an extremely deserving recipient of the inaugural Nancy Lurie Marks Prize for Autism Research.”
The Nancy Lurie Marks Prize for Autism Research honors the legacy of Nancy Lurie Marks, whose visionary philanthropy has played a pivotal role in advancing autism research and improving the lives of individuals with autism. The Prize includes a $100,000 award and recognizes a single individual whose work has made a profound and lasting impact on the field.
“The Lurie Autism Institute was established to usher in a new era of scientific discovery in autism, and the work of extraordinary talents like Dr. Zoghbi exemplifies the kind of breakthrough discoveries we hope to make possible,” said Jeffrey Lurie, Chairman and CEO of the Philadelphia Eagles and founder of the Eagles Autism Foundation.
Zoghbi will be formally honored at the 2026 Lurie Autism Institute Symposium, to be held on May 7, 2026, in Philadelphia, where she will deliver a featured lecture.
The Lurie Autism Institute, which reflects the combined strength of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine, was made possible through the generosity of the Lurie Family Foundation and the Nancy Lurie Marks Family Foundation. Launched in June, 2025, the Institute is dedicated to advancing autism science and care, while aiming to accelerate discovery, deepen understanding of autism’s complexities and improve outcomes for individuals and families.
12, Mar 2026
NIH Awards UH $11.8 Million to Study Early Language Development in Houston Toddlers
Study will follow thousands of young children during a critical window for language development
HOUSTON, March 12 – University of Houston researchers have secured an $11.8 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to conduct a first-of-its-kind study of early language development, tracking thousands of Houston toddlers during a critical period of early childhood.
Led by Elena Grigorenko, the Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Professor of Psychology, and research professor Jack Fletcher, the project will follow 3,600 children ages 18 to 24 months to better understand how language skills emerge during this early stage and why some children experience delays that can shape later development.
The NIH funding will support a new national Clinical Research Center on Developmental Language Disorders at UH, bringing together experts from psychology, education, health and measurement sciences to study one of the most fundamental questions in human development: how children learn language. This will be the 14th national research center established at UH.
How the Study Will Work
To recruit participants, the research team will partner with the pediatric clinic network at Texas Children’s Hospital, one of the largest in the region. Children will be screened for early language development, allowing researchers to identify those who show signs of delayed speech.
From that group, the team will follow a cohort of about 2,400 children — including both late talkers and children with typical language development — through early childhood to examine how language abilities evolve over time and how early delays may lead to later challenges.
“This will be the first national study to estimate how common late talking is using a large, representative sample of Houston toddlers,” Grigorenko said. “By following these children as they grow, we hope to better understand the developmental pathways that can lead to conditions such as developmental language disorder and autism.”
The Houston Community as a Partner in Discovery
Houston’s linguistic and cultural diversity makes it an ideal setting for this work. The study will include children from a wide range of backgrounds who speak English, Spanish or both, enabling researchers to examine how early communication develops across different home environments and socioeconomic contexts.
“This level of investment from the National Institutes of Health reflects the significance of this work to address a complex challenge affecting children, families and communities,” said Claudia Neuhauser, vice president for research at UH. “By bringing together experts from multiple disciplines and partnering with major health systems across the region, the project reflects our commitment to advancing discoveries that impact our community.”
This research center brings together investigators from multiple UH colleges and departments, along with partners at Baylor College of Medicine and the Texas Center for Learning Disorders. The work also aligns closely with the mission of the Consortium for Translational and Precision Health — a partnership led by Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Houston to accelerate the translation of research into practical health solutions.
“By studying early language development in Houston toddlers, we’re building the knowledge needed to identify developmental challenges sooner and support children at the earliest possible stages,” Grigorenko said.
12, Mar 2026
Reebok Expands Football Roster with Signing of Elite European Defender Trevoh Chalobah
New York, NY and London, UK – March 12 – Reebok, the iconic and irreverent sports culture brand, today announced a partnership with professional footballer Trevoh Chalobah, further strengthening the brand’s commitment to the global game.
The signing builds on Reebok’s expanding presence in elite football following the recently announced partnership with Dušan Vlahović, as the brand continues to assemble a new generation of athletes ahead of its upcoming performance football launch.
“Reebok is a brand with a deep history in sport, and being part of its return to football is exciting,” said Trevoh Chalobah. “The vision for the next chapter of Reebok Football is ambitious, and I’m proud to represent the brand on the pitch at this moment.”
Known for his composure on the ball, tactical intelligence and defensive versatility, Chalobah has established himself as a reliable presence at the highest levels of European competition. On and off the pitch, his confident style and individuality reflect the disruptive, irreverent spirit that has long defined Reebok. His signing reflects Reebok’s strategy of partnering with athletes competing on the sport’s biggest stages as the brand strengthens its football platform.
Chalobah joins a growing roster of athletes representing Reebok across global sport as the brand continues to expand its performance offering across football, basketball, golf and training.
12, Mar 2026
With March 15 CA/Browser Forum Deadline Looming Total Economic Impact Study Quantifies Benefits of Automating Certificate Lifecycle Management
Organizations Reduced Certificate-Related Incident Costs by $2.4M and Cut Renewal Effort from 30 Minutes to Seconds with the AppViewX Platform
NEW YORK, March 12 — AppViewX, a leader in automated Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) software, today released findings from a commissioned February 2026 Forrester Consulting Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) study quantifying the operational and financial impact of lifecycle automation as SSL/TLS validity periods begin shrinking March 15 under the CA/Browser Forum schedule.
The study, available here, found that a composite organization representative of interviewed customers using the AppViewX platform achieved:
- 302% return on investment (ROI)
- $3.9 million in total three-year, risk-adjusted benefits
- $2.4 million reduction in certificate-related incident costs (three-year, risk-adjusted present value)
- Less than six months payback
“There were 15 major outages the year before, which dropped to three the next year after implementing AppViewX. In fact, these three outages were caused by certificates that we had decided not to migrate to AppViewX,” said a Senior Vice President of Data Protection at a financial services organization interviewed for the study.
As certificate lifespans compress and renewal frequency increases, the study highlights the operational risk of manual processes and fragmented tooling. Forrester found that manual certificate renewals required approximately 30 minutes per certificate, while automated renewals through AppViewX reduced that effort to approximately 0.25 minutes.
“The March 15 milestone signals more than a compliance change, it marks the beginning of a structural workload shift,” said Stephen Tarleton, Chief Operations Officer at AppViewX. “As validity periods shrink, renewal frequency accelerates and fundamentally changes the operating model for certificate management. Without centralized automation, enterprises risk diverting skilled engineers from higher-value security initiatives just to prevent certificate expirations.”
Operational Impact of Shorter Validity Periods
Under the CA/Browser Forum’s phased reduction schedule, certificate lifespans will continue to shorten in stages, increasing renewal frequency across hybrid, cloud, and machine identity environments. The Forrester study found that enterprises adopting centralized lifecycle automation materially reduced both the frequency and cost of certificate-related incidents while scaling certificate management without proportional staffing increases.
Organizations that adopt modern certificate lifecycle management benefit from:
- Greater protection against certificate-related outages
- Faster mean time to resolution
- Reduced application deployment cycles
- Improved audit and regulatory compliance
To address this complexity, the AppViewX platform centralizes and automates certificate lifecycle management through:
- Automated certificate discovery and inventory
- Policy-driven renewal and re-enrollment workflows
- Centralized governance and compliance reporting
- API-driven integration with DevOps and infrastructure pipelines
See 47-Day Readiness at RSA Conference 2026
AppViewX will demonstrate how enterprises are preparing for accelerated certificate renewal cycles at RSA Conference 2026, North Expo Booth #4236. Attendees can see how centralized lifecycle automation reduces renewal effort, mitigates outage risk, and strengthens governance as validity periods shrink.
12, Mar 2026
New Office Bearers Elected For Cii Kerala: 2026-27
Kochi, Mar 12th: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has elected its new office bearers for the Kerala State Council for the year 2026-2027.
Joseph Michael Kallivayalil, Managing Director of Glenrock Rubber Products Pvt Ltd, has been elected as the Chairman of CII Kerala. Joining him in leadership is Mr. Santosh Kumar, Chief Executive Officer & Whole Time Director of Harrisons Malayalam Limited (RPSG), who has been elected as the Vice Chairman.
The newly elected leadership team aims to drive economic growth, foster industry collaboration, and promote sustainable development across Kerala.
Profile of the Newly Elected Office Bearers
Joseph M Kallivayalil
With over three decades of rich experience, Joseph M Kallivayalil is a seasoned industry leader known for his entrepreneurial vision. He began his career in 1984 with Heveacrumb Rubber Pvt Ltd, a family-owned enterprise, and in the mid-1990s, co-founded Glenrock Rubber Products Pvt Ltd with two other partners. Today, Glenrock group has grown into the flagship company of a diversified group with interests spanning rubber processing, rubber products manufacturing and exports, tourism, tea production, rubber machinery manufacturing, and education. Under his dynamic leadership, the Glenrock Group has established a strong footprint in both domestic and international markets.
Joseph Michael Kallivayalil served as the Vice Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Kerala for the past year and previously held the position of Chairman of the CII Kottayam Zonal Council.
Santosh Kumar
Santhosh Kumar has been a recipient of numerous scholarships and awards in his career and has been credited with developing and deploying new innovative technologies in the field of Agriculture and plantations.
Santhosh Kumar served as the CII Co-Convenor for the Agri, Food, Spices and Plantation Panel for the past year. Presently Industry advisory Member from India to International Rubber Study Group, Singapore, director at Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM), Bangalore, Indian representative to international standards organisation (ISO/TC 45) and director Board member of the Agricultural skill council of India. Executive committee member of Association of planters of Kerala and UPASI as chairman of its Rubber Committee. Has a work experience of almost 35 Years in the Industry at various positions. Actively involved in various Research, academic and Policy Forums and has published papers on plantations, plant protection, climate change and ecology and is also a well-known speaker in various national and international conferences on Agriculture, Ecology, Crop science, Polymers and Plantation Industry.
12, Mar 2026
Andrea Lucille Pooler Appointed Chief Operating Officer of Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds and S.N.J Creations
New York, NY, March 12 — Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds, and S.N.J. Creations are pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Lucille Pooler as Chief Operating Officer for the group’s divisions.
With more than 25 years of experience in the jewelry industry, Pooler combines strategic leadership with a deep understanding of both the artistry and business of fine jewelry. Her expertise spans manufacturing, retail, and wholesale channels, bridging creative direction with data-driven execution to help jewelry companies grow with structure and purpose.
Andrea began her career as a bench jeweler and designer and later owned her own retail jewelry store, gaining firsthand insight into craftsmanship, design, and customer experience. She went on to hold senior operations roles for one of the world’s largest B2C e-commerce jewelry brands, overseeing production, logistics, customer success, and process optimization for high-volume operations. Most recently, as Principal Consultant at Hill & Co., she led end-to-end business transformation and strategy projects for manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and designers, spanning operations and process improvement, financial strategy, branding, merchandising, technology implementation, and team development.
Beyond her executive work, Pooler remains an active voice in the industry. She currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of THE SOURCE for the Community for Ethical Jewelry, Chair-head of the Women’s Jewelry Association NY Metro Chapter, resident volunteer jewelry appraiser for a retail hospice store, and Business Coach. A passionate advocate for education, mentorship, networking, and leadership, she is committed to empowering individuals and organizations to thrive within a more connected and transparent jewelry ecosystem.
A frequent writer for industry publications, speaker, and educator. Pooler has presented at JCK Las Vegas, international jewelry trade shows, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and a range of entrepreneurship and networking associations. Andrea will be presenting two talks at the upcoming JA NY show, titled “AI without the Overwhelm” on March 15th at 1 pm, and “Curate Less, Run Lean: Why Merchandising and Operations Must Move Together” on March 16th at 1 pm.
“Modani Jewels is pleased to welcome Andrea Lucille Pooler as its new Chief Operating Officer, strengthening the firm’s leadership team as it continues to scale operations and accelerate growth,” said Sumit Modani, CEO. “Pooler brings extensive operational and strategic experience and will play a key role in driving Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds, and S.N.J Creations next chapter of expansion.”
“I’m thrilled to join Sumit and the incredible team at Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds, and S.N.J. Creations,” said Pooler. “This company has an inspiring heritage and a vision for the future that honors both tradition and innovation. I look forward to helping scale our operations, strengthen global systems, and expand our presence in key markets.”
Led by Sumit Modani, Soham Diamonds is a third-generation family enterprise known for its craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Over the past several decades, the company has evolved from a traditional gemstone and diamond business into a vertically integrated jewelry manufacturer and global organization through its three core divisions: Modani Jewels, Soham Diamonds, and S.N.J. Creations, with offices in New York, Ohio, Mumbai, Hong Kong, and Dubai.
12, Mar 2026
Taiwanese Researchers Develop Gentle Afterglow Plasma Device to Improve Healing of Chronic Wounds
Chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers and pressure sores affect millions of patients worldwide, often healing slowly or not at all. These wounds are painful, prone to infection, and frequently lead to prolonged hospitalization or even limb amputation. Despite advances in wound care, many existing treatments remain invasive, uncomfortable, or unsuitable for fragile tissue, underscoring the need for safer, more accessible solutions.
Researchers at National Sun Yat-sen University have addressed this challenge by developing a large-area, low-temperature afterglow plasma medical device designed specifically for gentle wound healing. Unlike conventional approaches that rely on heat, lasers, or chemical agents, this system uses atmospheric-pressure afterglow plasma that operates below 40°C. The system allows the plasma to be applied directly to skin and open wounds without burning or damaging healthy tissue.
The novelty of the device lies not only in its low operating temperature but also in how it delivers its therapeutic effects. When applied to a wound, the afterglow plasma generates short-lived reactive molecules that help suppress harmful bacteria while activating biological processes linked to tissue repair. This dual action: disinfection and healing stimulation, occurs without physical contact or invasive intervention, making the treatment particularly suitable for sensitive or hard-to-heal wounds.
Another key advancement is the large treatment area and the device’s practical design. Many existing plasma systems are limited to small surface areas or require specialized infrastructure. In contrast, this device is designed to be compact, easy to operate, and capable of treating wider wound surfaces efficiently, with short treatment times. These features make it well-suited not only for hospitals, but also for clinics, long-term care facilities, and other care environments where complex equipment is impractical.
Beyond wound healing, the same plasma technology has been extended to a low-temperature sterilization system for medical instruments, capable of achieving effective disinfection in under ten minutes without high heat or vacuum systems. Together, these developments demonstrate how advanced plasma science can be translated into practical healthcare tools that reduce treatment burden while improving patient safety and comfort.
12, Mar 2026
HOMEFOIL Launches Grease Proof Paper at AAHAR 2026, Targets Retail and HoReCa Demand
Delhi, Mar 12: HOMEFOIL, the premium consumer brand of LSKB Aluminium Foils Pvt. Ltd., has announced its strategic expansion into the paper-based packaging segment with the launch of its Grease proof Paper. Unveiled at AAHAR 2026, the International Food & Hospitality Fair, the move marks HOMEFOIL’s category diversification beyond its established aluminium foil portfolio.
The newly launched greaseproof paper offers oil resistance of up to 168 hours, significantly higher than conventional uncoated paper formats that typically withstand grease for only five to six hours. Designed to minimise oil seepage and staining, the paper helps maintain cleaner food handling and better presentation across both household and commercial kitchens.
Made using food-contact safe materials with FDA-compliant additives, the biodegradable and non-toxic paper aligns with HOMEFOIL’s focus on delivering safe, hygienic, and reliable packaging solutions for modern food service and retail needs.
The product was introduced to distributors, HoReCa operators and retail partners at AAHAR, reflecting growing demand for reliable grease management solutions across both household and food service environments.
The entry into grease-proof paper marks a strategic expansion of HOMEFOIL’s product portfolio, reinforcing the brand’s effort to provide a comprehensive range of hygiene-focused kitchen and food-protection solutions. By broadening its SKU basket, the company aims to offer consumers and food service operators a more integrated packaging choice under a single brand. The move comes at a time when the food packaging sector is witnessing increasing demand for functional and h7ygienic formats across both retail and HoReCa segments.
The new Grease Proof Paper has been designed to manage oil absorption, maintain food texture and support hygienic handling during cooking, storage and service. Manufactured in LSKB’s state-of-the-art facilities in Sonipat, the product offers consistent roll strength and thickness for everyday kitchen use, including food wrapping, baking preparation and microwave reheating. The initial rollout features three versatile variants: 20+5, 40, 75 and 90 metres roll, catering to both domestic kitchens and high-volume HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering) requirements. HOMEFOIL’s entry into this segment positions the brand to address these emerging needs while strengthening its presence across the food consumption value chain.
Commenting on the launch, Mr Kunal Bajaj, Director, Jupiter Group, added,
“Food service operators today are managing higher volumes, faster turnaround times and stricter hygiene requirements. Packaging materials that perform consistently under these conditions are becoming critical. The rapid growth of quick service restaurants (QSRs), cloud kitchens, and the evolving food delivery and takeaway ecosystem has played a key role in driving demand for foil and allied packaging solutions in the Indian market.
Lakshay Singhal, Director, LSKB Aluminium Foils Pvt. Ltd., said, Our premium Golden Foil range has emerged as one of the most trusted and widely used products in our portfolio. As consumer expectations around hygiene, food safety and convenience continue to evolve, we see a clear opportunity to bring better quality solutions into the food packaging category. Our entry into grease proof paper is part of this journey — expanding our offerings while maintaining the same focus on reliability and performance. We believe initiatives like these will also contribute to the broader growth and quality standards of India’s food packaging ecosystem.”
The commercial rollout of HOMEFOIL Grease Proof Paper will commence in March 2026, with distribution across retail and institutional channels. The launch will be supported by the company’s extensive distribution network of over 150 distributors and more than 25,000 channel partners across India, enabling wide market access from the outset. In addition, HOMEFOIL products will be available across major e-commerce and quick commerce platforms including Amazon, Flipkart, Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, Zepto and Hyperpure by Zomato.
Alongside the new category launch, HOMEFOIL showcased its flagship Golden Embossed Aluminium Foil, recognised as India’s first Golden Embossed Foil by LSKB, along with its innovative 2-in-1 Paper & Golden Foil and a comprehensive aluminium foil range designed for superior food preservation, hygiene and heat retention at AAHAR 2026. This established foil portfolio continues to provide the foundation for the brand’s expansion into adjacent and complementary food packaging categories.
