21, Oct 2026
Kota, Beyond the Expected: Discover a New Place to Stay, Dine and Celebrate
Bengaluru / Kota, 21 October 2026: Think Kota, and education may be the first thing that comes to mind. But look a little further, and there are lakeside views, historic palaces, riverfront experiences and local discoveries waiting to be explored. Adding a new reason to experience the city, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL), through its subsidiary Regenta Hotels Private Limited, has launched Regenta Place, Kota-a contemporary hospitality destination designed for travellers visiting the city for business, family, leisure or celebrations.
Situated at Aerodrome Circle on DCM Road, the hotel offers a convenient base from which to experience Kota, with thoughtfully equipped accommodation, all-day dining and versatile venues for gatherings of every kind.
Your Kota Stay, Your Way
Whether it is a family trip, a business visit or a few days spent discovering the city, comfort makes all the difference. Regenta Place offers 57 rooms and suites across Executive Rooms, Executive Twin Rooms, Royal Rooms and Suites. High-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, digital safes, tea and coffee makers, in-room dining and 24-hour hot and cold water help make every stay convenient.
Good Food Is Always Part of the Journey
At Pinxx, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, guests can explore Indian, Oriental, Continental and regional flavours. From a leisurely breakfast before heading out to a satisfying meal after a day of sightseeing, Pinxx brings a range of dining choices together in one place.
From Grand Celebrations to Meaningful Gatherings
Some trips are remembered for the places visited; others, for the people who came together. Regenta Place caters to both with two indoor venues: Crystal Hall, approximately 8,400 sq. ft., and Sapphire Hall, approximately 2,200 sq. ft. Designed to accommodate gatherings of varying sizes, the venues are suited to weddings, social celebrations, conferences and business events. A fitness centre and ample parking further enhance the guest experience.
The Other Side of Kota Is Waiting
For travellers looking to add discovery to their stay, Kota offers plenty to explore. Take in the playful landmarks at Seven Wonders Park, spend time around Kishore Sagar Lake, discover Jagmandir Palace, experience the Chambal River Front or explore the heritage of Kota Garh and the Rao Madho Singh Museum.
These attractions offer opportunities for sightseeing, photography and cultural exploration-making Kota an interesting stop for visitors who want to look beyond the familiar and experience more of the city.
Chander K. Baljee, CMD, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd., said: “Kota holds a significant position as one of India’s leading education and coaching hubs, attracting students, families and business travellers throughout the year. With Regenta Place, Kota, we are strengthening our presence in Rajasthan and expanding our reach in an important urban destination.”
Keshav Baljee, Executive Director, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd., said: “Every destination has more to offer when travellers have the right place to stay. Kota brings together education, business, heritage and family travel, and Regenta Place is designed to serve these varied needs with comfortable accommodation, dining and event facilities. We look forward to being part of the experiences that bring visitors to the city.”
Susheel Jain, Owner of Regenta Place, Kota, said: “Partnering with an established hospitality group gives us an opportunity to combine our understanding of the local market with the Group’s experience in hotel operations and guest service. We look forward to welcoming guests with comfortable accommodation, quality dining and well-equipped event spaces.”
A new stay. More ways to experience Kota. With its mix of contemporary comfort, varied dining and event facilities, Regenta Place invites business travellers, families, celebration planners and city explorers to make their time in Kota more rewarding.
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21, Oct 2026
Mary’s Meals USA Announces Leadership Appointments to Advance Mission and Expand Impact Across the Globe
“With 79 million children around the world going hungry each day, Mary’s Meals is committed to reaching children waiting for a meal in their place of education. I’m incredibly grateful for the leadership, expertise and support Mark and Andy will bring to me and our team. Their guidance will be invaluable as we work together to expand our impact in the United States and help ensure more children receive the daily meal they need to learn and thrive.”
“I first discovered Mary’s Meals in Scotland and was deeply impressed by the extraordinary impact of its work, its cost-effective model and, above all, the loving commitment of the organization to its mission. I knew I wanted to get involved and help Mary’s Meals USA become a much greater contributor to this cause, bringing more people together to ensure children receive a meal in the place where they learn,” said Menking.
21, Oct 2026
A festive collection of artisanal mithai, gourmet treats and thoughtfully designed gifting options for family, friends and corporate associates
This Diwali, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC brings the spirit of the Festival of Lights to life with a thoughtfully curated collection of festive gifting options, bringing together artisanal mithai, gourmet treats and elegant presentation. Designed for sharing joy with loved ones, friends, colleagues and business associates, the collection combines traditional Indian flavours with a contemporary gifting experience.
Part of Accor’s All for You gifting programme, the collection celebrates the idea of thoughtful gifting, bringing together carefully curated festive edibles and non-edibles inspired by regional flavours and premium ingredients. The Diwali collection features a selection of artisanal sweets and gourmet accompaniments, making each box a celebration of flavour, craftsmanship and the festive spirit.
A Festive Assortment of Artisanal Mithai
The collection features a choice of 18-piece and 24-piece Premium Mithai Boxes, presented with a greeting card and glossary booklet. The assortment brings together six distinctive festive creations: Sattu Gond Burfi, Gulab Pearl, Kaju Élan, Hazelnut Royale, The Golden Jewel and Mewa Khajoor.
For those looking to curate individual mithai selections, the sweets are also available separately, allowing customers to create their own assortment from the festive collection.
The Sattu Gond Burfi combines roasted gram flour, sugar, ghee, cardamom, almond and pistachio, while Gulab Pearl brings together pistachio, rose petals, almond and honey. Kaju Élan offers a richer cashew-based indulgence with saffron, Pishori pistachio and cocoa, while Hazelnut Royale combines hazelnut praline, cashew nut and gold dust.
For those looking for a more opulent festive offering, The Golden Jewel brings together Himalayan honey, almond, Pishori pistachio, Kashmiri walnuts and saffron. Mewa Khajoor, meanwhile, combines cashew nut, figs and dates with gold leaf and khus khus, offering a contemporary take on traditional festive flavours.
Beyond Mithai
Complementing the artisanal sweets is a selection of spiced nut jars with customised labels, offering an alternative for those looking to add a gourmet savoury element to their festive gifting. Options include Sea Buckthorn Trail Mix, Chocolate Hazelnut Ladoo and Nimbu Pudina Cashew, allowing gifts to be further personalised for individual and corporate requirements.
The collection is designed with gifting presentation in mind, with the Premium category featuring a curated box accompanied by a greeting card and glossary booklet, complemented by festive detailing and a premium gifting bag.
Rubin Cherian, General Manager, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC, said, “Diwali is a celebration of togetherness, generosity and the joy of sharing. This year, we wanted our festive collection to capture that spirit through a thoughtfully curated assortment of artisanal mithai and gourmet treats. From familiar Indian flavours to more contemporary combinations, every element has been selected to make gifting feel personal, considered and truly festive.”
Whether it is a gesture of appreciation for a business associate, a festive gift for a loved one or something special to share at home, the Diwali Gifting Collection at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC offers a refined way to celebrate the season and spread the joy of Diwali.
For orders and enquiries, guests can connect with Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC.
21, Oct 2026
The Nuclear Company Announces Prosperity One, a 6.6 Gigawatt Nuclear Power Campus in Lewis County, Kentucky
The proposed campus could deploy up to six Westinghouse AP1000 reactors along the Ohio River, establishing Kentucky’s first commercial nuclear power project and marking the largest nuclear power generation site in the United States.
LEWIS COUNTY, Ky., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Nuclear Company today announced Prosperity One, a proposed nuclear energy campus in Lewis County, Kentucky, that could accommodate up to six Westinghouse AP1000 reactors generating approximately 6.6 gigawatts of electricity.
Located along the Ohio River in eastern Kentucky, the proposed development would become the largest nuclear power campus in the United States and one of the largest in the world if fully constructed. The project answers President Trump’s call to accelerate American energy production and represents a major step toward restoring America’s ability to build nuclear power at scale while bringing a new generation of industrial investment, skilled jobs, and long-term economic opportunity to a region that helped power the nation for more than a century.
The Nuclear Company, which has site control in the area, will partner with local landowners and community leaders in Lewis County to advance the proposed campus. The company plans to begin site development activities and pursue the federal approvals necessary to begin construction in 2028.
“For generations, communities along the Ohio River have formed America’s industrial backbone,” said Joe Klecha, Chief Nuclear Officer for The Nuclear Company. “We are proud to partner with the community to apply our team’s collective experience to deliver lasting jobs, a stronger tax base, and reliable power for Kentucky.”
Klecha, a former licensed senior reactor operator, brings 33 years of nuclear experience—from U.S. Navy nuclear submarines to operations leadership at some of America’s largest nuclear fleets. At Vogtle Units 3 and 4, he held construction and operational readiness leadership roles. The Nuclear Company’s Services division has performed maintenance at more than 40 percent of America’s current operating nuclear power facilities.
The Nuclear Company’s approach is grounded in the belief that major infrastructure projects succeed when the communities hosting them are active participants in their development.
Project planning will address transportation, housing, environmental stewardship, emergency preparedness, water use, and other considerations associated with developing a nuclear campus of this scale.
Sam Howard, a lifelong resident of Lewis County, owns the site and has partnered with The Nuclear Company to advance the project. He shares a vision for the large infrastructure buildout that would support local jobs and community economic development.
“I have nine grandchildren, and all of them live in Lewis County. I want them to have the opportunity to stay,” said Howard. “For years, our county’s unemployment rate has been among the highest in the state. An infrastructure project like this could provide jobs and economic opportunities for generations of Eastern Kentucky residents. I am proud to help advance this development.”
Lewis County will be among Kentucky’s first counties to request designation as a nuclear ready community under the Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority. County leaders unanimously launched the effort in July 2026, held public input meetings, and earlier this month voted overwhelmingly to submit the county’s filing to the Authority.
With the proposed site identified, The Nuclear Company is preparing to advance the engineering, environmental, regulatory, and commercial work required to move Prosperity One toward construction.
Initial activities will include detailed site characterization, geotechnical investigations, environmental assessments, transmission interconnection planning, and preparation for federal nuclear licensing.
As part of the approval process, TNC will engage the Nuclear Regulatory Commission through its established licensing processes, with the objective of obtaining the necessary approvals to begin construction in 2028.
About the Nuclear Company
The Nuclear Company is America’s nuclear infrastructure platform. We’re building a fully integrated system to unite the nuclear deployment chain, scale new builds, and drive operations and security.
Powered by the convergence of new technologies and an unprecedented verticalization of nuclear deployment, services, and systems, we integrate the entire nuclear lifecycle around one operating model and one data backbone.
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21, Oct 2026
IHCL Opens Vivanta Indore, Amaltas
Mumbai, October 21, 2026: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Vivanta Indore, Amaltas in Madhya Pradesh.
Mr. Gaurav Pokhariyal, Chief Operating Officer – Full Service Business, IHCL, said, “Indore has emerged as one of Central India’s leading commercial and educational hubs, with growing demand across travel segments. The opening of Vivanta Indore, Amaltas strengthens IHCL’s presence in this high-growth market and offers a contemporary hospitality experience for the travellers.”
Located along the MR-10 corridor, the 202-key Vivanta Indore, Amaltas is designed around openness and natural light. Guests can enjoy contemporary dining experiences at Mynt, the all-day dining restaurant, and Swirl, the bakery and deli and unwind at the spa, swimming pool or explore the fitness centre. The hotel houses spacious venues, including a ballroom, multiple meeting rooms and the expansive Horizon Lawns, catering to conferences, social gatherings and celebrations.
Mr. Dinesh Maan, General Manager, Vivanta Indore, Amaltas, said, “Vivanta Indore, Amaltas, a blend of style, comfort and convenience will offer experiences that reflect the city’s energy and character. We look forward to welcoming our guests.”
Indore, one of India’s fastest-growing cities, is renowned for its rich heritage, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culinary culture, also serves as a leading educational and economic centre of the region.
21, Oct 2026
HR Path Strengthens its Australian Presence with Strategic Acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia
PARIS, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, today announces its strategic acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a Brisbane-based company specialising in payroll compliance, remediation, workforce management and HR systems consulting.
Founded in 2009, Payroll Experts Australia has delivered more than 530 projects for over 260 organisations across Australia and New Zealand. Independent of any software vendor, the company supports employers across the full payroll, workforce management and HR systems lifecycle, with expertise spanning payroll compliance and audit, remediation, award and agreement interpretation, payroll processing, advisory and end-to-end systems implementation.
The acquisition strengthens HR Path’s ability to provide end-to-end HR transformation services across the ANZ market. Payroll Experts Australia’s specialist capabilities complement HR Path’s existing HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors expertise, enabling the combined organisation to support clients with a broader range of locally grounded services, from strategic advisory and systems implementation to payroll compliance and operational support.
Payroll Experts Australia will continue to operate under the brand “Payroll Experts Australia, an HR Path Company”. Its leadership team and employees will remain in their current roles, ensuring continuity of service for clients while giving the business access to HR Path’s international capabilities and resources.
The transaction builds on HR Path’s expansion in the region. HR Path has been active in Australia since 2019, following the acquisition of DDG. It opened an Australian office in 2024 and acquired RKM Consulting in 2025, strengthening its HRIS technology and SAP SuccessFactors capabilities across Australia and New Zealand.
“The acquisition of Payroll Experts Australia, a company renowned for its expertise in payroll compliance, is a strategic move that supports our ambition to be the global reference in HR transformation,” said François Boulet, Co-founding Partner at HR Path. “Their deep knowledge and strong client relationships in Australia complement our global capabilities, enabling us to deliver even more value to our clients. This partnership is about synergy, innovation, and shared commitment to excellence.”
“We are very happy about this new chapter!” said Steve Keenaghan, Chief Executive Officer at Payroll Experts Australia. “This step opens up exciting opportunities for our team and our clients and ensures our continued growth and success. We will maintain our commitment to delivering exceptional, independent payroll expertise while exploring new possibilities within HR Path.”
Contact:
Fabienne LATOUR Fabienne.latour@hr-path.com
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21, Oct 2026
RCU launches 2026-2027 Archaeology Season across AlUla and Khaybar
- Saudi and international teams advance long-term research into north-west Arabia’s human history, from prehistoric landscapes and ancient kingdoms to oasis life, pilgrimage routes and heritage conservation
- The season builds on previous discoveries while strengthening Saudi capability in archaeology, field research, digital documentation and heritage interpretation
ALULA, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Royal Commission for AlUla has launched the latest phase of its 2026–2027 Archaeology Season, bringing together Saudi and international teams to advance long-term archaeological research across AlUla and Khaybar.
Building on the momentum of previous seasons, this year’s programme continues RCU’s work to study, document, conserve and interpret one of north-west Arabia’s most significant archaeological landscapes. The season brings together a broad programme of fieldwork, specialist research, digital documentation and community engagement across AlUla and Khaybar, supporting deeper understanding of the region’s human history and its role within the ancient world.
The programme reflects the growing maturity of RCU’s archaeology work. As missions return to the field, researchers are moving from individual discoveries into deeper scientific analysis, connecting evidence across periods, sites and disciplines to build a richer understanding of how people lived in, moved through and shaped the landscapes of AlUla and Khaybar over millennia.
This season’s work is structured around key research themes, including early human presence and prehistory; ancient kingdoms and oasis societies; routes and pilgrimage; environmental history and water management; inscriptions and written heritage; material culture and subsistence; conservation; and digital documentation.
At Hegra, teams are continuing survey, excavation and specialist studies of the settlement centre and ancient oasis, including material linked to flora, fauna and small finds. This work aims to deepen understanding of life at the site across multiple periods and to support the wider interpretation of Hegra’s archaeological landscape.
In Dadan, the second phase of the Dadan Archaeological Project is building on the results of the previous five-year mission. Current work is focused on further excavation and study of funerary and residential areas, helping researchers better understand the development, use and reuse of one of AlUla’s most important ancient centres.
In Khaybar, continuing and new research is examining the oasis across different periods. This includes excavation of the major Neolithic site of Al-Maṭḥana, alongside studies of sedimentary archives, palaeoenvironments and human societies from late prehistory through the Islamic period. Together, these missions are helping researchers understand the relationship between natural resources, human presence and cultural change in one of the region’s most important oasis landscapes.
The Pilgrimage Routes in South AlUla project is continuing work on forts and railway stations, while surveying more than 100 km between AlBadai’ and Zumurrud forts to trace north-south routes of travel in Islamic and earlier periods. This research is helping to clarify how people, goods and ideas moved across the region through networks of travel, trade and pilgrimage.
The AlUla Inscriptions Corpus Analysis Project, in collaboration with Ghent University, is continuing work to translate, study and contextualise inscriptions recorded across AlUla. The project supports access to one of the region’s most important bodies of written heritage, building on AlUla’s record of more than 25,000 inscriptions and contributing to future research through the development of an online database.
Specialist studies are also expanding understanding of daily life and environmental history. Research into animal remains, ceramics, qanat water systems and material from Tell Saq is helping archaeologists move from field discovery into deeper analysis of diet, production, exchange, ritual practice, oasis water management and material culture.
The season also reflects RCU’s commitment to developing Saudi capability in archaeology and heritage research. Through fieldwork, laboratory work, specialist studies, digital documentation, community engagement and collaboration with leading international institutions, the programme supports knowledge transfer and helps develop the next generation of Saudi archaeologists, researchers and heritage professionals.
A community engagement workshop will also introduce participants, including teachers, students, Rawis and rangers, to AlUla’s heritage through practical activities, museum and laboratory experiences, and site visits, helping connect archaeological research with local knowledge and public engagement.
Dr Abdulrahman Alsuhaibani, Vice President of Culture at RCU, said:
“AlUla and Khaybar continue to reveal the depth and diversity of north-west Arabia’s human history. Through sustained archaeological research, RCU is advancing knowledge of the region’s ancient landscapes, routes, oases and kingdoms, while strengthening Saudi Arabia’s contribution to global archaeological understanding. This season is also an important opportunity to build national capability, support Saudi talent, and ensure that the knowledge generated through research informs how AlUla’s heritage is conserved, interpreted and shared with the world.”
Dr Rebecca Foote, Director of Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Research at RCU, said:
“The value of this season lies in continuity. Returning to the field allows teams to test new evidence, refine chronologies and connect discoveries from individual sites to wider questions about movement, climate, exchange, food production, belief and long-term cultural change. Across AlUla and Khaybar, archaeology is revealing north-west Arabia as an active and connected landscape, shaped over millennia by movement, exchange, environmental change and human innovation.”
The research programme also supports how AlUla’s heritage is interpreted and shared with the public. Findings from archaeological missions inform exhibitions, site interpretation, Rawi storytelling, cultural programming and public-facing heritage experiences, helping visitors engage with AlUla’s heritage through evidence-based narratives.
RCU’s long-term archaeology programme forms part of its wider commitment to preserving AlUla’s cultural heritage, investing in knowledge, strengthening national capabilities and positioning north-west Arabia as a major centre for archaeological research, cultural exchange and heritage-led development.
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21, Oct 2026
CSL appoints Deborah Waterhouse as CEO & Managing Director
MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of CSL Limited (ASX:CSL; USOTC:CSLLY) today announces that it has appointed Deborah Waterhouse as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of CSL from 1 February 2027. The appointment was made following an extensive global search process conducted by CSL’s Board of Directors.
Ms Waterhouse is a proven commercial leader with more than 25 years’ experience managing complex global specialty pharma companies across the U.S., the U.K., continental Europe and Australia.
Since 2017 Ms Waterhouse has been the CEO of ViiV Healthcare, a joint venture majority owned by GSK with Shionogi as a shareholder. ViiV is a leading specialist in HIV and had sales of £7.7 billion during GSK’s 2025 financial year[i]. Additionally, Ms Waterhouse serves as the President of GSK Global Health.
Ms Waterhouse has previously led GSK’s U.S. vaccines business and its U.S. Primary Care business and has held several other senior executive positions, including GSK’s General Manager for Australia and New Zealand between 2008 and 2012.
CSL Chair Dr Brian McNamee said, “In February this year we said CSL’s next chief executive would need the ability to continue the momentum of our commercial performance, renew our pipeline and simplify our operations without losing the science and purpose that built this great company. Deborah has done all those things on multiple occasions. Deborah is an outstanding global leader with a proven ability to grow complex businesses.”
“She has grown a focused biopharmaceutical business and renewed the franchise at ViiV by driving the development and commercialisation of the next generation of medicines to support patients. She knows the United States, she knows Australia and she knows how to build pipelines and manage partnerships. A world-class and purpose-driven executive, she is the right person to lead CSL in its next chapter of growth. The Board’s decision to appoint Deborah was unanimous.”
Ms Waterhouse said, “CSL is one of the great companies in our industry, and I saw what it means to Australia when I lived and worked in Melbourne. Its people save lives every day, from the staff who collect plasma at the donation centres to the scientists and operators who develop and manufacture the medicines and vaccines. The foundations are strong. My job is to continue the momentum and evolve the path into reliable growth for patients and shareholders.”
Ms Waterhouse will retain her base in the U.K. She will spend significant time in Australia, the U.S. and in CSL’s major markets and operational centres. Gordon Naylor will continue as Interim CEO and Managing Director until 1 February 2027. He will conduct an appropriate transition with Ms Waterhouse and will resume his role on the Board as a non-Executive Director.
A biography for Ms Waterhouse is set out in Attachment 1.
The key components of Ms Waterhouse’s employment contract, including her remuneration structure, effective from 1 February 2027 are set out in Attachment 2.
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CEO ViiV Healthcare and President GSK Global Health |
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21, Oct 2026
Bondada Group Enters the EV Market: Hosts a Curtain-Raiser Event to Launch Website and Preview T1
Hyderabad, October 21, 2026: Bondada Engineering Limited, through its subsidiary Atpole Technologies Pvt. Ltd., in partnership with Thuraga Motors, hosted a curtain–raiser event to launch its dedicated website and preview its upcoming T1 electric two-wheeler on the occasion of Dussehra. The initiative marks the Group’s entry into electric mobility, serving individual customers alongside businesses, fleet operators and institutional buyers with B2B mobility requirements.
Speaking on the occasion, Rear Admiral R. Sreenivas, VSM (Retd), Group Chief Executive Officer, Bondada Group, said, “Bharat’s progress is powered by farmers, workers, small businesses and delivery partners whose livelihoods depend on practical mobility. At Bondada, we believe innovation must improve everyday lives. Along with Thuraga Motors, we aim to make electric mobility more accessible through indigenous solutions designed and manufactured for Bharat, contributing to the vision of Viksit Bharat.”Mr. Jagadish Kumar Meesala, Director, Atpole Technologies Pvt. Ltd., said, “Our focus is on dependable, practical mobility for farmers, workers and delivery partners. Through Atpole Technologies, we aim to bring an indigenously developed and manufactured electric two-wheeler to market, shaped by real-world needs and supporting sustainable mobility in Bharat.”Mr. Abhiram Thuraga, Founder and CTO, Thuraga Motors, said, “Bharat needs mobility solutions suited to its roads, working pa erns and everyday transport demands. T1 reflects our focus on homegrown engineering and accessible, practical electric mobility. Developing and manufacturing for Bharat is our contribution on to a more self-reliant nation and Viksit Bharat.”
21, Oct 2026
Makani Creatives Conceptualises Limelight’s Shilpa Shetty-Led Campaign to Challenge Conventional Diamond Narratives
Mumbai, 21 October 2026: Makani Creatives, an independent creative agency, has conceptualised a new campaign for Limelight, the lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, featuring actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra and introducing the character ‘Miss Clarity’. The campaign takes a fresh approach to jewellery communication, using humour and cultural insights to challenge long-held assumptions around diamonds and the expectations associated with buying, wearing and gifting them.
At the heart of the campaign is a consumer insight: misconceptions around lab-grown diamonds can create hesitation among potential buyers. Rather than addressing these concerns through conventional product-led communication, the campaign introduces Miss Clarity, played by Diljot Kaur Chhabra, as a diamond expert who cuts through the noise and encourages audiences to reconsider what matters when making a purchase.
Through a series of films and social assets, Miss Clarity challenges familiar ideas around the cost of a proposal, the size of a diamond and the expectations surrounding wedding gifts. Shilpa Shetty Kundra brings a recognisable cultural perspective to these conversations, while Miss Clarity’s wit and directness give them an unconventional edge. The creative approach aims to make a category often associated with tradition and formality more open to everyday conversations.
The campaign extends across digital, outdoor and other media touchpoints. Its outdoor rollout includes more than 80 hoardings in Mumbai and over 500 hoardings across 45 other Indian cities, alongside digital films, lookbooks, social media assets and on-ground activations in select markets.
For Makani Creatives, the mandate was to build a distinctive brand association with diamonds while moving beyond the category’s familiar communication conventions. The work includes three digital video commercials, three lookbooks, Miss Clarity social assets, behind-the-scenes content and digital bytes.
Link: https://youtu.be/uj1kypXU8t4?si=wujRc505gVkCPqbV
“Jewellery is a category with deeply established codes, and we felt there was an opportunity to approach it from a more contemporary, conversational point of view. Instead of simply explaining lab-grown diamonds, we wanted to create a character who could challenge the assumptions surrounding them in a way people would enjoy engaging with. Miss Clarity gave us a way to bring humour and perspective into the category, while keeping the larger brand-building objective at the centre,” said Pavan Punjabi, CEO, Makani Creatives.
For Limelight, the campaign is part of a broader effort to strengthen the brand’s association with diamond jewellery and build greater consideration for lab-grown diamonds. The focus is not limited to communicating product attributes, but also on addressing the perceptions and social expectations that influence how consumers think about diamonds.
“Consumers are increasingly looking for choices that reflect their own priorities rather than simply following established conventions. With this campaign, we wanted to open up a more relatable conversation around diamonds and the assumptions people often carry when buying or gifting them. Miss Clarity helps us approach these conversations with a sense of humour, while Shilpa brings a familiar and engaging presence to the narrative,” said Pooja Sheth Madhavan, Founder and Managing Director, Limelight.
By placing a character-led narrative at the centre of its communication, the campaign reflects a broader shift in how established categories can engage consumers: not only by showcasing products, but by questioning the cultural assumptions that shape purchasing decisions.
