Boho Bazaar Returns To Delhi For Its 6th Edition This February

Boho Bazaar Creative

Boho Bazaar – Delhi’s Most Epic & Biggest Flea Market is back with its 6th edition with Presenting Partner Bajaj Chetak. The event will take place from the 15th – 16th of February 2025, at Gate No. 14 of JLN Stadium from 12 PM to 10 PM.

A Shoppers Paradise

Step into a world of endless charm and treasure at this one-of-a-kind flea market, where over 300 passionate vendors come together to showcase their unique, handpicked creations. The 6th edition of Boho Bazaar shall offer an unparalleled variety of products, including lifestyle essentials, exclusive fashion finds, exquisite home decor, stylish apparel, trendy accessories, pet goods, unique artisanal merchandise, and gourmet delights. Shoppers can also take advantage of exclusive discounts and exciting surprise giveaways so explore, shop, and let every aisle surprise you!

Lively Entertainment Options

This shopping extravaganza is more than just a shopping destination—it’s a wholesome entertainment experience. With special recreation and workshop zones, visitors can engage in a plethora of creative activities ranging from caricature portraits, face painting, and pottery to resin art making.

The event offers a vibrant and energetic atmosphere with 10+ talented homegrown artists and live bands setting the stage with captivating performances that’ll ensure memories last a lifetime.

Exquisite Culinary Delights

Indulge in a gastronomical journey featuring over 50 meticulously curated food stalls that cater to the most discerning palates. From flavourful street food to artisanal desserts and Modern-Indian cuisine to Asian-inspired dishes, the event is a haven for food enthusiasts.

Elevate your dining experience with Kingfisher’s refreshing Ultra Max, BOHO’s premium blended whisky, and an array of expertly crafted exotic cocktails, perfectly complementing the diverse culinary offerings.

Organiser and Co-Founder of Boho Bazaar, Digant Sharma, expressed his excitement, saying, “The 6th edition of Boho Bazaar is set to be the biggest and most vibrant shopping and entertainment festival yet. This year, we’ve gone all out to curate a diverse range of unique pop-up stalls, immersive activities, and engaging workshops to ensure an unforgettable experience for every visitor. Whether you’re a shopaholic, a foodie, or just looking for a fun day out, there’s something special waiting for everyone!”

Shrutika Puri Joins as HR Director at Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre

Shrutika Puri

Gurugram, 13 February 2024: Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre is excited to announce the appointment of Shrutika Puri as the Director of Human Resources. With over 14+ years of experience in the hospitality industry and a long-standing tenure at Hilton since 2011, Shrutika brings deep expertise in talent management, employee relations, and HR strategy. In her new role, she will lead all HR initiatives at the property, focusing on improving team member satisfaction, minimising turnover, and aligning HR strategies with business objectives to ensure the continued delivery of exceptional service by a motivated and engaged team.

Throughout her career, Shrutika has held key positions within the Hilton portfolio, most recently serving as Human Resources Manager at Hilton Garden Inn New Delhi, Saket. Before this, she served as Human Resources and Training Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Agra for over six years, where she specialised in fostering positive work environments, leading HR transformations, and implementing innovative practices. She has consistently demonstrated a proven track record in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management, all of which align with Hilton’s commitment to delivering extraordinary experiences for both guests and team members alike.

“We are excited to welcome Shrutika Puri to her role as Director of Human Resources,” said Harkaran Singh, General Manager, Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre. “Having demonstrated exceptional leadership during her long tenure with the brand, her vast experience in the hospitality sector, coupled with her expertise in strategic HR initiatives, makes her the ideal candidate to lead our HR team. We are confident that her focus on engagement, development, diversity & inclusion initiatives, communities and talent management will further strengthen Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre as an employer of choice.”

Located in the heart of Gurugram’s bustling business district, Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre stands as a symbol of modern luxury and world-class hospitality, offering sophisticated accommodations and exceptional service to both business and leisure travellers.

“After over 14 years with Hilton properties, I am truly honoured to step into this role at Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre,” said Shrutika Puri. “I am excited to build on Hilton’s legacy of fostering exceptional team member engagement, driving learning and development, and cultivating an inclusive, positive work environment where every individual has the opportunity to grow and succeed.”

With Shrutika’s leadership, Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre is poised to continue its growth trajectory, further enhancing its reputation for excellence, operational success, and exceptional employee satisfaction in the competitive Delhi NCR hospitality market.

ProWatch X Achieves Segment-Leading Accuracy in TechArc Benchmarking

New Delhi, India, February 13th, 2025: Prowatch X, the latest entrant in the smartwatch series, undergoes an accuracy benchmarking to iterate product standards on quality and reliability. To validate the performance standards, Prowatch partnered with Techarc, a leading technology analytics firm, to conduct an independent benchmarking study measuring the accuracy level of three parameters – Fitness, Activity, and Sleep. The results confirm that Prowatch X delivers near-identical accuracy to premium smartwatches, redefining value and experience in the smartwatch segment.

Commenting on the benchmark results, Mr. Rajat Bhakri, Category Head – Accessories and Smart Devices, Lava International Limited, said, “As smartwatches evolve from style accessories to essential health and lifestyle companions, accuracy has become a critical factor influencing purchase decisions. As a consumer-first brand, we recognize that quality, accuracy, and reliability have been major concerns in the budget smartwatch category. Prowatch X is designed to bridge this gap, offering premium features, precision-driven results, and affordability. We have particularly focused on refining the software algorithms to ensure the best possible performance for tech and fitness enthusiasts.”

Key Takeaways:

Techarc’s benchmarking study, powered by InfiSights, analyzed 5000+ consumer reviews in the ₹3,000-10,000 segment.
It identified three key smartwatch adoption drivers for 2025: Fitness, Activity, and Sleep.
Prowatch X was benchmarked against Apple Watch Ultra 2 (industry benchmark) and CMF by Nothing Watch Pro 2 (segment benchmark).
The results showcased that Prowatch X closely matches the Apple Watch Ultra 2 in health tracking and navigation accuracy while outperforming CMF by Nothing Watch Pro 2 in key fitness metrics.

Techarc’s benchmarking also found that Prowatch X’s health-tracking capabilities are among the best in its category. It achieved 97% SpO₂ accuracy, closely matching the industry benchmark, while also offering VO₂ Max and Body Energy metrics, which the segment benchmark lacks. Its heart rate monitoring delivered very accurate static and dynamic heart rate measurements, aligning with industry-leading benchmarks. The smartwatch’s GPS accuracy was also found to be greater than 98%, demonstrating robust performance across fitness and activity monitoring. The sleep tracking capabilities also demonstrated near-identical accuracy to the industry benchmark, monitoring sleep stages, deep sleep, and REM cycles with precision.

Tata Elxsi & Garuda Aerospace Partner for UAV Excellence at Aero India 2025

Tata Elxsi and Garuda

Bangalore, 13th Feb 2025– Tata Elxsi, a global leader in design and technology services, and Garuda Aerospace, a pioneering UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) manufacturer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Aero India 2025, Asia’s biggest Airshow, being held from February 10th –14th. This partnership establishes a dedicated UAV design, engineering, and certification center to develop indigenous drone technologies specifically for Indian defence applications, along with agriculture, and smart cities, supporting the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

Tata Elxsi and Garuda Aerospace are showcasing prototypes, designs, and operational UAVs at Aero India 2025. In addition, a demonstration of indigenized UAV components highlights India’s advancements in autonomous UAV technologies.

Tata Elxsi will lead the design, development, testing, and certification of UAV subsystems, leveraging its expertise in avionics, miniaturization, ground control systems, secured communication, and energy optimization. Its proven capabilities in avionics certification, including compliance with DO-254 and DO-178C standards, will ensure regulatory adherence and safety. By integrating its proprietary autonomous and digital twin technologies, AI-driven solutions, and advanced propulsion and battery management systems, Tata Elxsi will enhance UAV efficiency, reduce energy consumption by 20%, cut costs by over 20%, and accelerate development cycles by up to six months.

Garuda Aerospace, as an OEM with a strong presence in defense and other sectors, will lead business acquisition and delivery. The drones developed under this initiative will cater to multiple applications such as payload management, goods delivery, precision agriculture, and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) missions, addressing critical operational needs across industries.

The Indian defense forces and Border Security Force are expected to be key beneficiaries of this collaboration, gaining access to cutting-edge UAV capabilities. Additionally, this initiative will create new employment opportunities and contribute to workforce development in the aerospace sector.

Jayaraj Rajapandian, Head of Aerospace, Rail & Off-highway, Tata Elxsi, stated: “Our partnership with Garuda Aerospace marks a major milestone in India’s aerospace ambitions. By driving AI-powered UAV advancements, we are strengthening India’s defence ecosystem and reinforcing the country’s self-reliance in aerospace technologies.”

Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder & CEO of Garuda Aerospace, said “This strategic collaboration with Tata Elxsi reinforces our commitment to indigenous innovation. Over the next three to five years, we will focus on fully indigenised production and supply of airborne and ground systems, strengthening India’s leadership in UAV technology.”

upGrad Enterprise Expands Leadership to Scale India & North America Growth

Neeraj Gera,

Mumbai/Delhi, [13 Feb]: upGrad Enterprise, the corporate skilling division of one of Asia’s largest integrated skilling and forever learning majors has announced an expansion of its leadership team with key appointments of Neeraj Gera in India and Neha Prasad Mullick in North America.

The strategic move comes at a time when the continues to pursue a stronger market penetration across India, Eastern Europe, and North America.

Neeraj brings over 25 years of global experience in business and operational leadership across IT services, GCCs, and tech platform companies. With a proven track record of scaling businesses and driving transformation, he joins upGrad to lead Capability and Delivery for upGrad Enterprise. Previously, he served as Chief Operating Officer for Genpact’s BFS vertical and as President at TBO.com, where he played a key role in driving international growth and contributing to its unicorn IPO.

Neha has spent over 20 years driving transformation across various industries. She will lead customer success and go-to-market efforts in North America driving product market fit and the evolution of region and industry-specific offerings to enable workforce development for upGrad Enterprise’s customers. In her previous roles, she has spearheaded large-scale transformation programs across the Energy & Utilities, Pharmaceutical, Publishing, and Technology sectors.

  • Commenting on the growing market size and opportunity to scale, Srikanth Iyengar, CEO of Upgrade Enterprise, said “Enterprise revenue from international markets has been steadily growing, driven by organic market expansion and increasing global demand. We are looking to further deepen our presence in the Indian market, and at the same time, double down on our global aspirations. We have identified key industry segments to focus on and we expect to build a meaningful presence in these chosen areas within the next 3 to 4 quarters. It’s exciting to see the world’s enthusiasm for GenAI’s potential, and its impact on efficiency, revenue growth, and customer engagement. As the AI landscape evolves, India HQ organizations and GCCs have to keep ensuring that their talent is cutting edge and gets more hands-on with its real-world capabilities. Neha and Neeraj each bring extensive global experience in scaling businesses and their expertise will be pivotal as we scale upGrad Enterprise to a new level.”

upGrad Enterprise has focussed on both the non-tech and technology-dependent segments to enable organizations with a skilled talent pool. “We have been working very closely with our clients to curate bespoke training and skilling mandates to help address their main talent issues. This has strengthened our positioning as a valued partner to them, and helped increase our wallet share within their spend,” added Iyengar.

Interestingly, in Q3 of the current fiscal, the brand recorded over 80% repeat revenue, reflecting upGrad Enterprise’s high quality of delivery and focus on delivering outcomes successfully. upGrad Enterprise continues to see strong demand from BFSI and other GCCs followed by IT / ITES and Manufacturing. As it progresses into 2025, the brand aims to double its growth across India, North America, and Eastern Europe.

  • Neeraj Gera, President – Enterprise Delivery: “Education no longer ends with a college degree before landing your first job. In today’s dynamic landscape, professionals will experience multiple career pivots and must continuously upskill. I’m thrilled to join upGrad as we strive to make a meaningful impact in upskilling, with a strong focus on pedagogy and learning outcomes.”
  • Neha Prasad Mullick, Vice President – Enterprise Sales: “AI has the potential to power sustained differentiation for our customers, however, this requires an empowered and enabled workforce that can capitalize on the rapidly evolving AI landscape. With our strong industry partnerships and our experience in driving AI enablement for our customers, upgrade Enterprise is very well placed to be a critical partner in enabling enterprise-wide AI adoption for our customers.”

Celebrate Love This Valentine’s with Platinum

Bengaluru 13th February 2025: The month of love is here, inviting us to celebrate connections that are deep, real, and enduring. It’s a time to honor love that transcends doubt, shifting from the uncertainty of ‘Could this be?’ to the excitement of ‘This is it.’ It’s found in the laughter that lingers, the comfortable silences, and the certainty of knowing you’ve found the one. When moments spent together evolve into plans for a lifetime, you know you’ve discovered a love that is eternal, precious, and rare.

This month, as you celebrate love in its truest and rarest form, make it memorable, and #SealItWithPlatinum – the only metal worthy of capturing its essence. Crafted from 95% pure and exceptionally rare platinum, which is found in only a select few locations worldwide, and 30 times rarer than gold – Platinum Love Bands are not just jewelry; they are the ultimate symbol of love. A love that’s one of a kind!

With their contemporary designs Platinum Love Bands celebrate modern relationship values—cherishing each other’s individuality, celebrating mutual successes, and equally sharing life’s responsibilities. Platinum’s unparalleled strength ensures it doesn’t change form or lose its natural white, mirroring the resilience and constancy of a love that is truly one of a kind. Just as platinum endures without fading, so does the love it symbolizes—unwavering and eternal.

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Tata Power Renewables and ONGC Collaborate to Lead the Way in Battery Energy Storage System

Tata Power

Chandigarh, February 13, 2025: Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a subsidiary of The Tata Power Company Limited and a leading player in India’s renewable energy sector, has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC), India’s premier energy company, to explore joint opportunities in the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and its value chain. The MoU was signed at India Energy Week 2025 in the presence of Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon’ble Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), Mr. Arun Kumar Singh, Chairman and CEO of ONGC, Mr. Deepesh Nanda, CEO & Managing Director of TPREL, and other dignitaries.

The collaboration aims to jointly explore and identify commercial opportunities across various segments of the BESS value chain, including utility-scale systems, grid stabilization services, renewable energy integration, microgrids, hybrid energy solutions, industrial and commercial storage solutions, backup power, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and energy trading through ancillary services.

Commenting on the MoU, Mr. Deepesh Nanda, CEO & Managing Director, TPREL, said, “This partnership with ONGC marks a significant milestone in our journey to drive India’s energy transition. Battery Energy Storage Systems will play a crucial role in strengthening grid reliability, enabling greater renewable energy integration, and supporting India’s ambitious clean energy goals. Together, we aim to develop innovative storage solutions that will pave the way for a sustainable and resilient energy future”.

Mr. Arun Kumar Singh, Chairman and CEO, of ONGC, said, “As India transitions towards a sustainable energy future, ONGC remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing clean energy initiatives. This collaboration with Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited represents a strategic step towards strengthening energy storage capabilities, which are vital for grid stability and renewable energy adoption. By leveraging our collective expertise, we aim to contribute meaningfully to India’s energy transition and long-term energy security.”

This collaboration between Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited and ONGC underscores their shared commitment to promoting sustainable energy solutions and driving India’s energy transition. By exploring joint opportunities in the battery energy storage sector, both companies aim to contribute significantly to the country’s renewable energy targets and build a robust, future-ready energy ecosystem. TPREL’s recent success in commissioning India’s largest Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project—a 100 MW Solar PV plant with a 120 MWh Utility Scale BESS at Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh—demonstrates its technical expertise and leadership in pioneering large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems. This milestone not only strengthens India’s green energy infrastructure but also sets a benchmark for future BESS projects in the country.

Social Beat Brings Fortune’s 25-Year Journey to Life through Digital Storytelling

Social Beat, one of India’s leading digital marketing agencies, successfully executed a comprehensive digital campaign for Fortune Foods to celebrate the brand’s 25-year milestone. Titled ‘Swaad Ka Safaar,’ the campaign aimed to bring alive the values and legacy of Fortune Foods through the love of Ghar Ka Khana, engaging audiences across generations through nostalgic and relatable storytelling.

The campaign’s creative approach resulted in a series of AI-generated videos and a brand-new 25-year logo launch film, encapsulating Fortune’s journey from then to now. The use of AI-driven creative assets brought a modern touch to the brand’s legacy content, ensuring relevance for both existing and new customers.

Commenting on the campaign’s success, Vikas Chawla, Co-Founder, Social Beat, said: “Fortune Foods has been a trusted name in Indian households for 25 years, representing a rich culinary heritage. Our objective was to create a campaign that not only celebrates this milestone but also resonates with people of all ages. The success of this campaign demonstrates the power of digital storytelling in building emotional connections with consumers.”

Jignesh Shah, Head of Digital, Fortune Foods, added, “Completing 25 years is a monumental achievement for Fortune Foods, and it was important for us to celebrate this milestone with our customers who have been part of our journey. Social Beat’s innovative approach to digital storytelling through Ai generated videos helped us convey the brand’s legacy and emotional connect in a way that truly resonated with our audience. The results speak for themselves, and we look forward to more collaborations with Social Beat in the future.”

The campaign was executed in three phases: pre-launch, launch, and sustenance, with key highlights including the unveiling of Fortune’s commemorative logo and a heartwarming 25-year journey video made by Social Beat that struck an emotional chord with audiences. The campaign across key cities including Bangalore, Delhi NCR, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Pune, garnered massive digital traction with over 36 million impressions and a reach of 11.7 million users.

The campaign has set a new benchmark for digital-first brand celebrations in India. Social Beat continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation, delivering impactful campaigns that drive brand growth.

Mr. Jaykrishna Gandhi Talks Market Dynamics: A Perspective from Emkay Global Financial Services

by Mr. Jaykrishna Gandhi, Head – Business Development, Institutional Equities, Emkay Global Financial Services

‘’US Equities remain range bound during the week – with blips of volatility around tariffs and soft earnings. US Markets await CPI data to be released later tonight. January job’s data (NFP report) was strong yet again, adding 143k – this now leaves the 3-mth average at 237k (strong). The tariff saga continues – with TRUMP announcing 25% tariffs on aluminium and Steel early this week. While, the market is getting fatigued of this recurring news flow, the uncertainty would continue to prevail and may keep the market volatility high. For impact on Indian markets, we opine – a relative benefit to Indian exports to the US, should be negated by China’s reaction (likely price cuts) and another round of DXY appreciation – which would hurt equities and the currency

INDIA equities had a rough week, extending its time correction – SMID indices were hardest hit, with both MID/Small cap indices losing around 6%. The sentiment has completely gone sour. But, on valuation front, both SMID indices are now below the LT average band. Not much to take out of the Earnings this week – but, Autos gave good numbers – M&M outlined very strong outlook for tractors; Hero maintained double digit growth outlook with company scaling back some of the lost market share. Consumer names continue to see volume growth and margin pressures. In the MSCI Feb review – we saw inclusion of Hyundai and deletion of Adani Green from the Global standard Index.

Lot of action on the liquidity front this week – while a conventional 25bps rate cut was largely priced-in, there was some market disappointment on lack of further liquidity measures during the MPC meet. On further liquidity measures, we expect RBI would have to do additional OMOs amounting to INR 400bn, followed by more VRRs and FX swaps to tackle the liquidity deficit that is likely to turn ugly again by March end. This liquidity infusion and would be incrementally positive for the Banks, especially the ones starving for liquidity – HDFCB, IIB likely to get further leg up here

We hold Nifty Dec -25 target of 25000. For sector positioning – we retain our tilt toward consumption and add our weights on Consumer Discretionary (CD), which is our preferred route to play the consumption theme. Incremental growth is sharpest for these sectors and valuations are still reasonable.

Paras Defence Invests in Logic Fruit Technologies to Bolster Defence Tech at AERO India 2025

Bengaluru, India – February 13, 2025: Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd. (“Paras Defence”), a leading player in the defence and space sector, has announced a strategic investment in a deep tech company, Logic Fruit Technologies Private Limited (“Logic Fruit”), by acquiring an approx. 8% stake in the company for a value of Rs. 10 Cr. The announcement was made at AERO India 2025, one of the world’s premier aerospace and defence exhibitions, reinforcing India’s commitment to cutting-edge indigenous technology development.

Logic Fruit is a deep-tech, research-driven company, specializing in high-performance computing, FPGA/SoC-based embedded solutions, and advanced signal processing. With a strong focus on R&D and breakthrough technology development, the company plays a crucial role in designing mission-critical systems for aerospace, defence, telecommunications, and semiconductor industries.

Through this partnership, Paras Defence will be able to leverage Logic Fruit’s expertise in high-speed data processing, AI-driven embedded solutions, and real-time computing architectures to enhance the capabilities of its subsidiary, Paras Anti-Drone Technologies Private Limited. The collaboration aims to accelerate innovation in next-generation defence technologies and open new avenues for advanced research and commercialization of high-performance computing solutions.

Speaking at AERO India 2025, Munjal Sharad Shah, Managing Director of Paras Defence, stated: “This investment reinforces our vision of being at the forefront of India’s defence and aerospace technology landscape. Logic Fruit’s strong research orientation and deep-tech expertise makes them a valuable partner in developing next-generation solutions. Together, we aim to push the boundaries of high-performance computing and defence technology, contributing to India’s technological self-reliance.”

Logic Fruit has successfully delivered over 100 high-end technology solutions, working closely with defence research organizations, aerospace innovators, and global tech leaders. Its clientele includes ISRO, DRDO, HAL, and international giants like Collins Aerospace (USA), Kandou (Switzerland), Lattice (USA), and Achronix (USA). The company’s research-led product portfolio includes Single Board Computers, IF and RF Recorders, scalable data acquisition systems, and AI-powered avionics displays—all critical to modern aerospace and defence applications.