Delhi-NCR, February 4, 2025: In an endeavour to create awareness around cancer and commemorate World Cancer Day, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, in collaboration with Pearl Academy, hosted a fashion show – ‘Together We Win’ to celebrate the courage, strength, and resilience of cancer survivors.

The event featured cancer survivors who had fought and triumphed over the disease, walking the ramp as models to showcase their incredible resilience. In a moving gesture of unity and support, around 10 Oncologists from Fortis Gurgaon also joined the survivors on the ramp, highlighting the collaborative journey from diagnosis to recovery. The fashion show served as both a tribute to these warriors and an initiative to raise awareness about cancer, with World Cancer Day approaching on February 4.

Approximately 35 participants, including cancer survivors and medical professionals, graced the ramp. The show unfolded in three acts: “The Fight,” “The Healing,” and “The Victory.” “The Fight” featured bold designs representing the initial struggle, while “The Healing” portrayed renewal and recovery with softer, soothing aesthetics. “The Victory” celebrated triumph, showcasing vibrant styles to emphasize the joy and strength found in overcoming cancer. The students and faculty of Pearl Academy, India’s leading creative education institution, worked collaboratively to style the models, providing garment upscaling, hair, makeup, and accessories. The goal was to spotlight the strength, positivity, and unwavering spirit of cancer survivors while inspiring others facing similar battles.

Yash Rawat, Facility Director, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, commented, “India faces a tough battle against cancer in the years ahead, and Fortis, as a leading healthcare service provider, is taking new steps to treat and provide the best care to cancer patients. Our cancer survivors are an inspiration, demonstrating that life after cancer is not just about surviving but about thriving with confidence and dignity. This fashion show is a celebration of strength, resilience, and hope. At Fortis Gurugram, we remain committed to providing not only world-class treatment but also emotional and psychological support to empower every patient on their journey. Today, we applaud their courage and their unwavering spirit.”

Aditi Srivastava, President of Pearl Academy, said, “Through this partnership, Pearl Academy and Fortis Gurugram not only created an unforgettable fashion experience but also leveraged the power of fashion to empower cancer survivors. The show underscored the importance of community, breaking stigmas around cancer, and sparking crucial conversations about resilience and recovery. Fashion is more than glamour-it is an intellectual and cultural force with the power to inspire change. ‘Together We Win’ is a testament to how creativity, compassion, and purpose can come together to make a real impact. As future industry leaders, our students must understand that fashion is not just about aesthetics but also about storytelling, empowerment, and responsibility. Through initiatives like this, we reinforce the importance of our social responsibility, ensuring that fashion serves as a medium for advocacy, inclusivity, and social transformation. This show is not just about style—it is about strength, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit.”

Alok Goenka, a cancer survivor who walked the ramp, reflected on his experience, saying, “I didn’t just fight cancer; I conquered my fears and rediscovered a zest for life that I thought was lost. This runway is my battlefield of victory, a place where fear and doubt are left behind.”

Seema Kumari, another survivor, shared her journey, “Hope is the light that guided me through the darkest times. It’s not just a feeling but a drive that pushes you to keep fighting, even when the odds seem insurmountable.”

Sanjay Dawar, a cancer survivor and passionate motorcyclist, shared, “Survival isn’t merely about continuing to live; it’s about thriving. Each day is a new ride, a chance to shift gears from merely existing to truly living with purpose and joy.”

India, February 4, 2025 —(NASDAQ: CHKP), today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024.

Fourth Quarter 2024 Highlights          

• Calculated Billings reached $959 million, an 11 percent increase year over year
• Remaining Performance Obligation (RPO): $2.5 billion, a 12 percent increase year over year
• Total Revenues: $704 million, a 6 percent increase year over year
• Product, License & Subscription Revenues: $463 million, a 9 percent increase year over year
• GAAP Operating Income: $254 million, representing 36 percent of revenues
• Non-GAAP Operating Income: $306 million, representing 44 percent of revenues
• GAAP EPS: $2.30, a 7 percent increase year over year
• Non-GAAP EPS: $2.70, a 5 percent increase year over year

Full Year 2024 Highlights

• Calculated Billings reached $2,658 million, a 9 percent increase year over year
• Total Revenues: $2,565 million, a 6 percent increase year over year
• Security Subscriptions Revenues: $1,104 million, a 13 percent increase year over year
• GAAP EPS: $7.46, a 5 percent increase year over year
• Non-GAAP EPS: $9.16, a 9 percent increase year over year

“We delivered exceptional fourth quarter results, a wonderful way to transition into my new Executive Chairman role. The success in the quarter was underscored by strong 8 percent revenue growth in our core Quantum Force appliance business, our industry leading Harmony E-mail solution, and expanded adoption of the Infinity platform.” said, Gil Shwed, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Check Point Software. “I would like to thank Check Point’s customers, partners, and the Global Check Point Team for their contributions to our continued success. I look forward to Check Point achieving new heights under the leadership of our new Chief Executive Officer, Nadav Zafrir,” concluded, Mr. Shwed.

“I would like to thank Gil and the Board for the opportunity to lead such an exemplary organization. 2024 was a successful year and provides a great springboard for 2025 and beyond,” stated Nadav Zafrir, Chief Executive Officer of Check Point Software. “My first one hundred days are focused on meeting with customers and partners to understand the key challenges they face in today’s unprecedented threat environment. From my conversations so far, I have become increasingly confident that Check Point is uniquely positioned to address the cybersecurity demands of enterprises worldwide. Check Point’s future is bright, and we are focused on driving market share expansion and taking growth to the next levels,” stated Mr. Zafrir.

“After a successful fourth quarter and 2024, we are starting 2025 with an expanded executive team to balance our corporate and Go-To-Market leadership roles, and bring even more attention to customer facing functions,” said Nadav Zafrir, CEO of Check Point Software. Among the new roles joining the executive team is that of Chief Revenue Officer. Itai Greenberg will serve in this role, driving our global top-line revenue across our platform worldwide. He brings more than two decades of experience in product management and sales roles, having most recently served as Check Point’s Chief Strategy Officer and head of the Cloud and SASE businesses. Replacing Itai in the role of Chief Strategy Officer, we welcome Roi Karo to Check Point. Roi brings more than two decades of expertise in security, AI, and big data with a focus on strategy and planning.

In conclusion, after three successful years as Check Point’s President, Rupal Hollenbeck has chosen to conclude her tenure at the end of the first quarter and will remain available to support the smooth transition of the new executive team members. “I want to thank Rupal for her incredible work and dedication over the last three years during which the Go-To-Market organizations composition, reach, and focus was transformed all around the world. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors,” said Nadav Zafrir, CEO of Check Point Software. “We welcome Itai and Roi into their new executive team roles. I am excited about the opportunities before us, and I am more confident than ever that the best of Check Point is yet to come,” concluded, Mr. Zafrir.

Financial Highlights Commentary

• Cash Balances, Marketable Securities & Short-Term Deposits: $2,784 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to $2,960 million as of December 31, 2023. The decrease in cash is primarily a result of $186 million net of cash consideration utilized for Cyberint Ltd. acquisition in 2024.
• Share Repurchase Program: During the fourth quarter of 2024, the company repurchased approximately 1.7 million shares at a total cost of approximately $325 million. During full year 2024, we repurchased approximately 7.7 million shares at a total cost of approximately $1,300 million.
• Cash Flow: Cash flow from operations was $1,059, which included $18 million of costs related to our currency hedging transactions, and acquisition-related costs were insignificant. This compares to $1,035 million in 2023, which included $39 million of costs related to our currency hedging transactions and $25 million in costs related to acquisitions.

For information regarding the non-GAAP financial measures discussed in this release, as well as a reconciliation of such non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures, please see “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information” and “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Information.”

“The moment I read it, I knew that if I truly considered myself an artist, there was no way I could let go of this script”- Avinash Tiwary reveals his first reaction to the script of Prime Video’s The Mehta Boys

Prime Video’s upcoming Original movie, The Mehta Boys has already made waves on the film festival circuit with its deeply moving portrayal of the complexities of a father-son relationship. Ahead of its highly anticipated global premiere on the service, the film has piqued audiences’ curiosity with an emotionally charged trailer. Brought to life by a talented ensemble cast, including Boman Irani, Avinash Tiwary, Shreya Chaudhry, and Puja Sarup in key roles, The Mehta Boys promises to leave an emotional impact on viewers with universal themes of self-discovery, familial bonds, complex human relationships. Avinash Tiwary steps into the role of Amay, a junior architect navigating a decade-long struggle to establish his career.

In an exclusive conversation, Avinash reveals his first reaction to the compelling script of The Mehta Boys and opens up about his experience working with veteran actor-turned-director, Boman Irani.

He revealed, “The moment I read it, I knew that if I truly considered myself an artist, there was no way I could let go of this script—I had to be a part of this film.I wasn’t sure how it would unfold until I met Boman Sir. He asked me to read a scene, and that’s when something magical happened. He stood up, I stood up, and before I knew it, he was giving me instructions, and I was responding instinctively. It all just clicked at that moment.Honestly this kind of creative connection is very rare and I knew we are on to something special.”

Recalling the rehearsal process, Avinash further added, “From that moment on, he made sure I harboured the same resentment toward him that Amay feels for his father in the film. He ensured I carried that feeling throughout. I know that most people who have worked with Boman Sir see him as a friend and mentor, but we intentionally created a different equation. I wasn’t supposed to see him as a friend. Every bit of Amay’s emotions—the struggle with authority, longing for validation, the unresolved tension—I lived off-screen too. Even now, I think a part of me is still that guy, who is seeking validation from Boman Irani.”

Marking Boman Irani’s directorial debut, The Mehta Boys is an Irani Movietone LLP production in association with Chalkboard Entertainment LLP. Boman Irani has also co-produced the film with Danesh Irani, Vikesh Bhutani, and Shujaat Saudagar, and co-written it with Academy Award winner Alexander Dinelaris. The Mehta Boys is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video on February 7, in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Delhi, 4 February 2025: Femina, India’s foremost women’s lifestyle brand in India, proudly hosted the prestigious Femina Achievers 2025: North on January 30, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency in Bhikaji Cama, New Delhi. Building on the resounding success of its 2024 editions in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and East, the event returned this year to celebrate exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions across a wide array of sectors in North India. The event served as a grand celebration of their remarkable achievements, further solidifying Femina’s commitment to honoring excellence.

The event commenced with the ceremonial lamp lighting, a momentous tradition, conducted by distinguished dignitaries, Ms. Meenakshi Lekhi and Mr. Vijender Singh. Following this, the dignitaries presented awards to trailblazers from diverse fields, celebrating their extraordinary accomplishments across sectors such as entertainment, arts, entrepreneurship, education, healthcare, social service and more.

The event was not only a tribute to the success of these achievers but also a reflection of their perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges. Among the distinguished honorees was Shamika Haldipurkar, awarded for Excellence in Beauty Entrepreneurship for her visionary approach in launching d’you and revolutionizing the Indian skincare industry with high-performance, science-backed products. Varun Bahl, honored for Excellence in Fashion Design & Innovation, was celebrated for his remarkable contributions to couture and his innovative collaborations with global brands. Rubina Francis, awarded for Excellence in Sports, was felicitated for being a trailblazing para shooter from India who secured a prestigious medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. Dr. Kiran Sethi was recognized for Excellence in Skincare & Wellness, highlighting her dedication in redefining skincare standards and bringing aesthetic wellness to a wider audience. These achievers, along with many others, were celebrated for their dedication, hard work, and remarkable achievements. Check below for the full list of winners!

Speaking about the initiative, Ambika Muttoo, Editor-in-Chief, Femina, shared, “Femina Achievers 2025: North is a celebration of talent, hard work, and success. It honors individuals who, through their remarkable accomplishments, inspire others and stand as true role models. At Femina, we take immense pride in showcasing stories that empower, uplift, and drive meaningful change. This initiative embodies that very vision, shining a spotlight on those who make a lasting impact.”

The Femina Achievers 2025: North was a resounding success, bringing together an extraordinary blend of talent, creativity, and purpose. This year’s edition continued with its legacy of excellence, creating an inspiring platform that not only celebrated individual achievements but also encouraged a spirit of collective pride. The event reaffirmed Femina’s vision of empowering and uplifting trailblazers while setting new benchmarks in honoring those shaping the future across diverse fields.