26, Jun 2025
“I was in a hurry to stop taking money from home, to stand on my own feet,” Gagan Arora
“I was in a hurry to stop taking money from home, to stand on my own feet,” Gagan Arora drew a parallel between his real-life experiences and the emotional core of Amazon MX Player’s Lafangey
~Lafangey is now available for free exclusively on Amazon MX Player~
Mumbai- India, 26 June 2025: Not all dreams are born in a spotlight; some take root in the narrow bylanes of Noida, where friendship runs deep, dreams hang by a thread, and survival is a full-time job. Lafangey: Sapne, Dosti, Duniya, streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon’s free streaming service, brings to life a grounded, emotionally charged coming-of-age tale that reflects the very essence of India’s urban middle class. Directed by Prem Mistry and written by Abhishek Yadav and a standout cast featuring Gagan Arora, Anud Singh Dhaka, Barkha Singh, Harsh Beniwal, and Saloni Gaur, Lafangey holds up a mirror to a generation caught between ambition and adversity, seeking meaning in a world that’s often indifferent.
Gagan Arora, who essays the role of Rohan in the series, drew a parallel between his real-life experiences and the emotional core of the show. He shared, “Back then, I just wanted to stop depending on my parents and start earning on my own. I think I grew up a little too fast because of that urgency. I was in a hurry to stop taking money from home, to stand on my own feet. Even today, that early drive continues to shape how I see life. I am naturally drawn to people who carry that same fire and hunger to build something of their own. When I meet someone who’s equally focused on becoming self-reliant, there’s an instant sense of respect. It’s not just admirable and inspiring, it resonates with me on a personal level.”
Dive into the world of three childhood friends— Chaitanya, Rohan, and Kamlesh and witness them grapple with the harsh realities of life. Lafangey is now available for free exclusively on Amazon MX Player, available through its apps on mobile, Amazon’s shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Connected TVs.
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- By Neel Achary
26, Jun 2025
Living the Bachelor Life? Well Zee Kannada’s Bharjari Bachelors comes to your rescue!
Bangalore, 26th June 2025: Zee Kannada has consistently maintained its position as Karnataka’s No.1 general entertainment channel, winning the hearts of viewers across age groups with its diverse mix of fiction and non-fiction content. Taking its innovation a step further, Zee Kannada has now collaborated with Zepto for a one-of-its-kind campaign that adds a fun, relatable twist to its latest non-fiction show, Bharjari Bachelor, by surprising real-life bachelors with ‘Bachelor Essentials Kits’ filled with everyday items they commonly use.
Bharjari Bachelor season 2 is an entertaining reality show where a group of spirited bachelors navigate quirky challenges under the mentorship of ‘Angels’ while being judged by the graceful Rachita Ram and crazy star Ravichandran. The show blends humour, drama, and heartfelt moments as contestants strive to prove themselves and win hearts.
To take the show’s spirit beyond television, Zee Kannada has crafted a unique on-ground activation inspired by the everyday lifestyle of bachelors, in association with Zepto. From shampoo sachets to instant noodles to basic grooming items, the channel curated ‘Bachelor Essentials Kits’ reflecting the humorous yet practical realities of bachelors’ life.
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This thoughtful and engaging campaign brings the show’s theme alive while strengthening the connection between content and community.
Talking about the collaboration, Deepak Sriramulu said, “At Zee Kannada, we are always looking for innovative ways to connect with our viewers and bring our content to life. This collaboration with Zepto for ‘Bharjari Bachelor’ perfectly embodies that spirit, adding a fun, relatable twist that celebrates the everyday lives of bachelors.”
With this quirky and impactful activation, Zee Kannada once again proves its ability to blend entertainment with relatability in innovative ways. The collaboration with Zepto not only boosts viewer engagement but also reinforces Zee Kannada’s position as a brand that understands and celebrates its viewers.
Stay tuned to Bharjari Bachelor every week only on Zee Kannada and experience the laughter, learning, and fun that unfolds!
25, Jun 2025
Rangriti’s Monsoon Collection 2025: A Celebration of Color, Culture and Comfort
Rangriti brings a refreshing wave of style with its monsoon collection, curated for the modern woman who embraces tradition with a contemporary twist. This collection promises breezy silhouettes, joyful prints, and unmatched comfort. The garments are crafted using lightweight and breathable fabrics, allowing you to stay at ease and move freely while embracing the beauty of the rainy season. Kurtas starting at just ₹799/- make this stylish comfort even more accessible.
From mix-and-match, stylish ethnic, all-time classics, dresses, festive wear, and matching bottom wear, Rangriti offers a variety of options curated for a stylish blend of traditional and urbane choices that raise the bar of ethnic styling!
Comfort and Style
Embrace style and functional ease with Rangriti’s Off-White and Maroon Kurta Set. Adorned with unique and traditional Jamdani motifs, these outfits ensure an effortlessly sophisticated look all day long. Perfectly balancing everyday comfort with timeless style, these sets offer an ideal choice for both casual, professional and refined looks.
Collection of Elegance
Rangriti’s vibrant teal kurta in big modern floral print provides relaxed, contemporary, and fashionable look. Its breathable fabric allows you to stay fresh and youthful as you step down the rainy weather.Curated for travel and outdoor activities, these outfits are quintessential for hot and humid days.
25, Jun 2025
Experience the Healing Power of Sound at Justbe by Nidhi Nahata
In a world where stress, anxiety, and sleeplessness have become everyday challenges, Justbe by Nidhi Nahata’s Holistic Studio introduces a sanctuary for modern healing—through the ancient, deeply therapeutic practice of Sound Healing.
Whether you are battling mental fatigue, emotional overwhelm, or simply looking to recharge—this session is designed for you. Here, vibration becomes medicine, and sound is the pathway inward.
Set inside the calm and conscious space of Justbe’s Holistic Studio in Sadashivnagar, the session features over 35 rare instruments from around the world—from singing tubes to ocean drums and ocarinas to rainmakers—each selected for their healing resonance.
As participants lie down and relax, these curated frequencies gently work through layers of tension. The experience begins by calming the nervous system and gradually moves through states of clarity, release, and rest. From gamma waves that boost focus to theta and delta waves that support deep relaxation and emotional detox—this is more than a meditation; it’s a reset button for the mind and body.
Perfect for individuals managing anxiety, burnout, sleep disorders, emotional exhaustion, stress from prolonged screen time, and mind-body imbalances.
25, Jun 2025
From Impact to Inspiration: DNA Women Achievers Awards Season 3 to celebrate India’s Women visionaries
The city of Nawabs is set to witness a powerful celebration of leadership, innovation, and transformation as the DNA Women Achievers Awards 2025 – Season 3, powered by Z News, takes centre stage in Lucknow on 27th June 2025. A landmark initiative that goes beyond recognition, this edition of the awards stands as a national tribute to women who are driving India’s growth story with courage, creativity, and commitment. With the powerful theme ‘Honouring Women Leaders for Their Contributions to Innovation, Impact, and Growth’, this on-ground event will spotlight women whose extraordinary work continues to shape industries, uplift communities, and influence the course of the nation. The ceremony will be graced by Shri Brajesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, as the Chief Guest, reinforcing the state’s dedication to encouraging inclusive development and celebrating empowered voices.
Season 3 of DNA Women Achievers Awards 2025 looks forward towards honouring achievers across 20 distinctive categories, encompassing fields such as governance, healthcare, science, education, entrepreneurship, technology, arts, and social innovation. The presence of iconic personalities as Guests of Honour will elevate the event’s prestige. The celebrated lineup includes Padma Shri awardee Malini Awasthi, MLA Aditi Singh, actor Akshara Singh—each a testament to the diverse spectrum of powerful women shaping our society.
Speaking about the platform’s growing impact, Mr. Sushant S Mohan, Chief Editor and Business Manager at IndiaDotcom Digital, said, “The DNA Women Achievers Awards is a bold declaration that women are not just part of India’s growth story—they are leading it. This platform is about power, purpose, and progress. It recognises women who are breaking barriers, shaping industries, and transforming lives. By celebrating their achievements, we are igniting a nationwide movement of inspiration, action, and unstoppable leadership.”
Echoing the sentiment, Mr. Rohit Panwar, General Manager – Strategy, Zee Media Corporation Limited, further highlighted, “Women today are not just participating in India’s development—they are leading it. The DNA Women Achievers Awards is our effort to celebrate this leadership, spark conversations that matter, and build a sustained ecosystem of recognition and visibility. This is not just about celebration—it’s about creating a legacy of empowerment.”
Over the years, the DNA Women Achievers Awards has grown into one of India’s most respected recognitions dedicated to women’s excellence. More than just a ceremony, it serves as a dynamic forum for celebrating changemakers, amplifying unheard voices, and inspiring a new generation to rise. As Lucknow prepares to host the 2025 edition, this grand event promises to be a vibrant confluence of purpose, power, and progress—one that will leave a lasting impact on hearts, minds, and policy.
25, Jun 2025
Dr. Arjun Vaidya Leads Career Growth Seminar in Bengaluru for SCDL’s Silver Jubilee
Dr. Vaidya will guide the audience on the theme “Reinventing Yourself for India’s Evolving Job Market.” The session will be held on Saturday, 28th June 2025 at 10:30 AM at Pride Hotel, 93, Richmond Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560025.
In this inspiring session, Dr. Vaidya will shed light on the following key topics:
– How to future-proof your career in a rapidly changing professional landscape
– Embracing an entrepreneurial mindset while being in a job
– Importance of upskilling and cross-skilling
– Transitioning from employee to brand builder
– Understanding when and how to pivot your career
With industries evolving and business models transforming, Dr. Vaidya will discuss how to stay relevant in the changing job environment, adopt an – entrepreneurial mindset within employment rolls and leverage the power of upskilling. He will also guide attendees on how to transition from being just an employee to becoming a brand builder, and how to identify the right time and way to reinvent one’s career path.
Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning (SCDL) is celebrating its 25th Anniversary— Silver Jubilee year. As one of India’s premier autonomous distance learning institutes, proudly empowered over 10 lakh learners with quality education and currently support an active student base of 80,000+ students across the country. SCDL offers a wide range of postgraduate programs tailored for both graduate students and working professionals.
To mark this remarkable milestone, SCDL is organizing a series of Career Growth Seminars. This seminar is part of SCDL’s 25-year milestone celebrations and offers a valuable free learning opportunity for students and young professionals across India.
25, Jun 2025
Palo Alto Networks’ State of Generative AI report: on average, 10% of a company’s 66 GenAI apps are high-risk
Mumbai, India, 25th June 2025 — Palo Alto Networks, the world’s leading AI cybersecurity company, released its State of Generative AI 2025 report, which reveals that on average, 10% of a company’s 66 GenAI apps are high-risk. While AI growth offers significant productivity benefits, the report warns that unsanctioned usage, emerging threats, and a lack of governance have rapidly expanded the attack surface for organisations, particularly across India and the Asia-Pacific region.
India’s 2025 Union Budget demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing Artificial Intelligence (AI), with an allocation of Rs. 500 crores towards the Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence for education. This underscores the country’s ambition to become one of the global leaders in the AI race. While AI is a groundbreaking and transformative technology, it is increasingly being weaponized by threat actors to launch faster, more sophisticated cyber attacks. In this evolving threat landscape, the only effective way to tackle AI-driven attacks is by using AI-driven security systems – essentially fighting AI with AI. This duality highlights the urgency for India to pair AI development with robust cybersecurity preparedness.
“AI adoption offers transformative opportunities across both commercial and government sectors in the region. But as this report highlights, we are also seeing an expanding attack surface, particularly with the use of high-risk GenAI applications in critical infrastructure sectors,” said Tom Scully, Director and Principal Architect for Government and Critical Industries, Asia Pacific & Japan, at Palo Alto Networks. “Organisations must balance innovation with strong governance, adopting security architectures that account for AI’s unique risks. From shadow AI and data leakage to the more complex threats posed by agentic AI models. Proactive oversight and adaptive security controls are essential to ensuring that the benefits of AI are fully realised without compromising national security, public trust, or operational integrity.”
The 2025 State of GenAI report, based on traffic analysis from 7,051 global enterprise customers, provides an in-depth look into how enterprises are adopting GenAI and where they remain most vulnerable.
Key findings of the 2025 GenAI Security Report include:
Rapid adoption rates: There’s been an 890% surge in Generative AI (GenAI) traffic in 2024.
In India: The top 3 most used GenAI apps by volume were Grammarly (32.56%), Microsoft Power Apps (19.98%), and Microsoft Copilot (16.37%)
Risk posture: Globally on average, 10% of a company’s 66 GenAI apps are high-risk
Exponential growth in GenAI adoption: Following the release of DeepSeek-R1 in January 2025, DeepSeek-related traffic alone spiked by 1,800% within two months.
Rising data loss incidents: GenAI-related data loss prevention (DLP) incidents more than doubled over the course of 2025, now accounting for 14% of all data security incidents.
Shadow AI emerges as a key risk: Unauthorised, unsanctioned GenAI use, termed “Shadow AI”, has created blind spots for IT and security teams, making it difficult to control sensitive data flows.
Jailbreaking remains a top concern: Many high-risk AI models remain susceptible to jailbreak attacks that produce unsafe content, including offensive material and instructions for illegal activities.
Industry-specific insights: Globally, technology and manufacturing sectors alone account for 39% of AI coding transactions, creating additional risk for industries that depend on proprietary IPs.
“India is one of GenAI’s biggest adopters and in a country where work happens in multiple languages, at massive scale, it’s no surprise that writing, coding, and conversational AI are leading use cases. But the pace of adoption has outstripped governance.” said Swapna Bapat, Vice President & Managing Director, India and SAARC, Palo Alto Networks. “Many organisations don’t realise just how much GenAI is already embedded in their daily workflows. The priority now isn’t whether to use these tools, it’s how to use AI to secure them without slowing people down.”
The report also offers best practice recommendations for businesses seeking to safely harness the potential of GenAI:
Establish visibility and control: Gain comprehensive oversight of GenAI app usage, implement conditional access policies, and manage permissions at the user and group level.
Safeguard sensitive data: Deploy real-time content inspection with centralised policy enforcement to detect and prevent unauthorised data exfiltration.
Defend against AI-driven threats: Implement Zero Trust security architectures to mitigate modern cyberthreats, malware, and sophisticated AI-powered attacks.
Data for this report was derived from Palo Alto Networks’ analysis of GenAI traffic across a global customer base of 7,051 organisations throughout 2024.
25, Jun 2025
Ramam Atmakuri Joins BostonSight Board of Directors
Mr Ramam Atmakuri (Executive Vice Chair Emeritus, LV Prasad Eye Institute) inducted into Board of Directors of BostonSight®
Hyderabad, 25th June 2025: Mr Ramam served as the Executive Vice Chair at L V Prasad Eye Institute, managing non-clinical operations across the network from 2016 to 2019. His passion for social impact brought him to L V Prasad Eye Institute in 2015. His tenure in the corporate sector in several strategic leadership roles, saw him head global delivery centers in India for several multinationals, lead multidisciplinary teams across continents, successfully manage mergers and acquisitions, spearhead several multi-million-dollar transformational programs among many other impactful initiatives.
Mr Ramam Atmakuri
At the recent announcement Sara Yost, President and CEO of BostonSight said, “Mr Atmakuri brings strategic leadership in establishing partnerships and a global vision for healthcare in emerging markets. His expertise will be invaluable as BostonSight expands and integrates advanced technologies to fuel research, innovation, and industry collaborations that drive the adoption of specialty lenses in the U.S., and worldwide.”
Mr Ramam, accepting the induction, said “I humbly accept this honor. I attribute it to the impact that L V Prasad Eye institute makes to global eye care and the world of vision science; and my association with the institute.” He continues to contribute to achieving the vision of LVPEI in various advisory roles.
Mr Ramam holds a master’s degree in applied statistics, a diploma in operational research, and is a Certified Quality Analyst, and PMP® certification holder, and has won several awards for project management excellence and global leadership.
25, Jun 2025
InMobi Appoints Kunal Nagpal as Chief Business Officer Overseeing InMobi’s Advertising Businesses
Bangalore, India – June 25, 2025 – InMobi announces the appointment of Kunal Nagpal to the role of Chief Business Officer, with responsibility over InMobi’s advertising businesses. This newly created position marks a pivotal step in enhancing the company’s advertising initiatives across InMobi’s diverse portfolio, including Glance AI, an immersive generative AI commerce platform, along with InMobi Global Exchange and InMobi DSP.
Kunal Nagpal
Armed with a new unified Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy and poised to elevate customer and partner experiences across various regions, InMobi boasts a cohesive, dynamic brand identity in an ever-evolving advertising landscape.
“We are on a transformative journey to build a stronger, more unified team and the ability to better adapt to market needs,” says Abhay Singhal, Co-Founder and CEO of InMobi Advertising. “Centralizing our advertising GTM across all product lines is essential for maintaining our growth momentum, and Kunal’s proven expertise with the company across InMobi Exchange positions him as the perfect leader for this initiative.”
Nagpal has played a pivotal role in the year-over-year growth of InMobi Exchange—developing it into the second largest full-funnel mobile sell-side platform in the industry—during the past five years, overseeing and guiding its expansion efforts beyond a mobile and in-app focus, a leading contender in the global advertising space.
In his new role, Nagpal will spearhead the monetization efforts for Glance, the company’s trailblazing commerce inspiration platform, and oversee the integration of InMobi Exchange, InMobi DSP, and the company’s first-party advertising platform. This alignment of resources sets the stage for a comprehensive and integrated approach that aims to deliver immense value to marketers worldwide.
“The drive to redefine advertising through innovation requires strong leadership and bold strategies,” says Kunal Nagpal, Chief Business Officer, InMobi’s advertising businesses. “I am eager to embrace this challenge and collaborate with our incredible teams to generate even more value for our partners and customers.”
This organizational evolution highlights InMobi’s belief in the power of synergized strategies and dedicated teams, mirroring a broader industry trend toward greater integration and cooperation within the advertising ecosystem.
In May, Glance unveiled Glance AI, new AI Commerce platform that delivers inspirational, Generative AI-led commerce and content discovery. Built on Google Gemini’s intelligence and Imagen’s state-of-the-art image generation capabilities, Glance AI is the world’s first AI-native commerce engine that turns consumers into the muse; they upload a selfie and instantly see hyper-realistic looks styled on themselves, shoppable with one tap on their phone from over 400 brands and retailers.
25, Jun 2025
Frenchie X by VIP Clothing Limited Debuts in Kerala, Strengthening the Brand’s Southern Stronghold
Launch follows successful roll‑outs in Goa, Mumbai, Pune and Delhi; premium innerwear line now reaches 200 + outlets across the above mentioned cities.
25th June 2025, Kerala: VIP Clothing Limited, India’s heritage innerwear company, has announced the Kerala debut of its premium men’s innerwear range Frenchie X, further widening the brand’s national footprint. With this latest expansion, Frenchie X collections will be available in more than 40 key multi‑brand outlets and large‑format stores across Kochi, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram and tier‑II towns, taking the line’s overall presence to over 140 stores nationwide.
“Kerala has long been one of VIP Clothing’s most vibrant markets, known for its discerning consumers and strong brand loyalty,” said Sunil Pathare, Chairman & Managing Director, VIP Clothing Limited. “After the encouraging response in Goa and our rapid scale‑up across Mumbai, Pune and Delhi, bringing Frenchie X to Kerala was the natural next step. Shoppers here can now experience premium fabrics, futuristic waistbands and fresh colour stories—everyday essentials that combine comfort with style.”
Meeting demand, online and offline
The Kerala launch is part of VIP Clothing’s dual‑channel growth blueprint: expanding shop‑floor visibility while accelerating e‑commerce and quick‑commerce tie‑ups. Earlier this year the company partnered with Swiggy Instamart and Zepto to deliver select Frenchie X styles in under an hour, a service that will now cover major Kerala pincodes.
Innovation‑led portfolio
Frenchie X features micro‑modal and cotton‑elastane blends, moisture‑management finishes and signature gradient waist elastics tailored for India’s humid climate—attributes that resonate with Kerala’s coastal consumer base. The range spans briefs, trunks, vests and gym vests, each offered in multiple colourways.
