India Gate Basmati Rice Enhances Consumer Experience with Smart New Packaging
Hyderabad January 30, 2025: KRBL Limited, a global leader in the food industry and parent to the World’s No.1 India Gate Basmati Rice, proudly announces the launch of its new packaging. Designed with a consumer-first approach, the revamped packaging aims to educate and empower consumers, enabling them to make informed choices based on their unique preferences and requirements.
The journey to this milestone began with a deep dive into consumer behavior, aiming to address significant gaps in the category. Research highlighted key challenges: lack of detailed product knowledge and price-driven decision-making. These insights laid the foundation for the new packaging, designed to simplify choices, provide transparency, and strengthen consumer trust.
To bring this vision to life, KRBL partnered with renowned brand consulting and design firm Landor Associates. This collaboration brought global expertise to address complex challenges, such as the integration of modern design elements with India Gate’s rich legacy and ensuring that the packaging resonates with diverse consumer mindsets. Through extensive research and validation, the new packaging emerged as a solution that blends tradition with innovation, empowering consumers with detailed product information, consumer-forward illustrations and interactive features like QR codes.
By segmenting the portfolio based on mindsets—such as The Perfectionist, The Quality-Seeker, The Taste Champion, The Smart Shopper—KRBL ensures a tailored experience for every consumer.
“The new packaging represents a significant step forward in our mission to empower consumers,” said Ayush Gupta, India Business Head, KRBL Limited. “By addressing long-standing consumer challenges, we aim to redefine how consumers interact with basmati rice. Every detail, from AR-enabled QR codes to variant-specific prefixes, is designed to make their journey easier and more rewarding. This is packaging with a purpose—intelligent, engaging, and deeply rooted in our values. This initiative not only reflects our dedication to quality and innovation but also strengthens our legacy as a trusted leader in the industry.”
The revamped packaging is just the beginning of a multi-phase campaign that is being launched on 29th January 2025 at PVR Director’s Cut, Vasant Kunj, with the unveiling kicking off with a grand premiere at PVR Director’s Cut, marking a bold step in redefining consumer engagement in an otherwise low-engagement category.
The movie premiere was the ideal stage to unveil this milestone. said Kunal Sharma, Head of Marketing & Business Head, Modern Trade and E-commerce, KRBL Limited. “Films are about storytelling, and we wanted to leverage that power to ensure maximum engagement. This high-impact ATL campaign was designed to dominate the conversation with a mix of creativity and innovation. From anamorphic displays at iconic landmarks to immersive AI-enabled robots in retail stores, every element was crafted to create a buzz that resonated across platforms and geographies.”
“With 20% of the marketing budget driving this initiative, we reached new heights of visibility and engagement. We didn’t just unveil packaging; we redefined how brands engage with their audiences. By combining the glamour of Bollywood with cutting-edge activations, this campaign stands as a benchmark for scale, depth, and impactful storytelling in the industry.”
Designed for maximum impact, the 360-degree marketing campaign spans digital, on-ground, influencer, and in-cinema activations. On over 200 sites in 14 cities, striking hoardings command attention, while anamorphic displays at iconic landmarks and a 45-day presence at Mahakumbh create mass visibility. AI-enabled robots and selfie booths at Reliance stores transform consumer interaction into immersive experiences.
Beyond Mr. Amitabh Bachchan, top film critics and directors, including Karan Johar, Vignesh Shivan and Rajiv Masand along with an army of prominent influencers, amplified the campaign’s influence. On the digital front, BookMyShow roadblocks, Meta, YouTube, and OTT campaigns ensured massive reach, while activations and partnership with quick-commerce giants like Swiggy Instamart, Zepto and BlinkIT added to the momentum.
After nearly three decades, this packaging refresh marks a historic moment for KRBL. As pioneers in the packaged basmati rice segment, KRBL continues to set industry benchmarks, cementing its position as the category captain. With this initiative, KRBL reinforces its leadership, ensuring India Gate Basmati Rice remains a category icon.
Glam Onn Calendar 2025 Debuts with a Glamorous 5th Edition – “Gliteratti – She’s a Timeless Tale”
30 January 2025, Mumbai
The city witnessed an evening of glitz, glamour, and timeless allure as the much-awaited 5th edition of the Glam Onn Calendar 2025: Gliteratti on 29th January, 2025– She’s a Timeless Tale was unveiled at the chic Leviitate Bar, Hotel Sea Princess, Mumbai. Conceptualized by Parimal Mehhta, founder of Blanckanvas Media, the event celebrated beauty, artistry, and elegance, encapsulated perfectly in this year’s calendar launch.
The launch was graced by a stellar lineup of celebrities and industry icons, including actors Mir Sarwar, Rehmat Rattan, Omkar Kapoor, Zeba Khan, Mrunal Jain, Rohit Khandelwal, Hema Sharma, Pushkar Jog, and Ritu Shivpuri. Also in attendance were renowned fashion designers Ken Ferns, Rohit Verma, and Archana Kochhar, alongside casting director Vicky Sidana, director Suzad Iqbal Khan, and Bigg Boss fame Aakash Dadlani. Adding to the glamour were Sanjay Nigam, Shivam Khajuria, Soniya Birjee, and Ritu. The stunning visuals were brought to life by Rehan Shah, Sayan Sur Roy, Kapil Chiraniya, and Kalpesh Goswami, Sarika Manganlal Dresswala, Kavita Sonchhatra among others.
Parimal Mehhta, Founder of Glam Onn Calendar, says, “Gliteratti – She’s a Timeless Tale’ is more than a theme; it is a celebration of the enduring spirit, beauty, and grace that women bring to the world. With the fifth edition of the Glam Onn Calendar, we aim to showcase not just glamour but the essence of timeless stories that resonate across generations. This calendar is a tribute to the power of women who inspire us through their journeys and achievements. Each page is a testament to the impact they have on shaping the world around us.”
The event was made possible with the support of Sonani Jewels, pioneer in lab-grown diamond jewellery, as Title Sponsor, who debuted their latest bridal collection, Celestia, adding a touch of magic was Colorbar Cosmetics, offering clean and ethical beauty, and SynbioPro Nutraceutix as Gifting Partner, introducing their premium probiotics. Other key collaborators included Carlsberg Smooth Package Drinking Water (Happiness Partner), Chivas Luxury Perfume (Experience Partner), Bright Outdoor (Hoarding Partner), Mid-Day (Print Partner), Cherag Makeovers (HMU) and Third Eye Tarot by Riddhi Mehhta (Supporting Partner).
VIP Industries Unveils Carlton’s Latest Retail Identity with Exclusive Store Launch in Colaba, Mumbai
Mumbai, 30 January 2025: VIP Industries, Asia’s largest and the world’s second-largest luggage maker, has unveiled Carlton’s new retail identity with the launch of an exclusive 872 sq. ft. store in Colaba, Mumbai. Carlton aspires to be the preferred luggage choice for discerning travelers by offering thoughtfully designed, sophisticated travel solutions that go beyond mere badge value. With a focus on craftsmanship, discernment, and intelligent design, our products reflect the spirit of modern travelers. Aligned with this philosophy, Carlton’s new retail identity marks a significant step in strengthening its premium positioning.
The new Carlton store in Colaba sets the foundation for its future retail journey, offering a refined, immersive space that reflects its evolving premium identity. Thoughtfully designed to enhance engagement, it blends sophisticated aesthetics with seamless product discovery for a truly elevated shopping experience.
As part of its aggressive expansion strategy, VIP Industries is investing massively to strengthen Carlton’s presence in key markets across India. The company plans to open 25 exclusive Carlton stores over the next six months, further solidifying the brand’s position in the premium luggage segment.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Neetu Kashiramka, Managing Director of VIP Industries, said, “The launch of Carlton’s exclusive store in Colaba marks a pivotal step in strengthening our brand’s premium presence. This store embodies the new retail identity we envision for Carlton, offering a seamless blend of innovation, luxury, and customer-centricity. More than just a retail space, it is a gateway to a rich and immersive shopping experience. With this expansion, we aim to establish Carlton as the preferred choice for discerning travelers, offering a refined retail experience that blends sophistication with functionality in the premium luggage space.”
Carlton has been witnessing a strong growth momentum, with 11.4% growth in Q3FY25 over Q3FY24, reaffirming its market performance. The launch of this flagship store is a testament to VIP Industries’ commitment to enhancing the retail experience and catering to the evolving needs of premium consumers.
Scaler Plans to Develop 3,000 Plus AI Engineers by 2027, Addressing India’s Talent Shortfall
Mumbai, January 30th, 2025: Scaler, a soonicorn education provider in India, commits to tackling the pressing AI talent gap in the country by empowering over 3,000 aspiring professionals through its Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML) upskilling program, aiming for completion by 2027. This initiative addresses the urgent demand for skilled AI professionals as industry reports indicate a significant shortage of qualified talent, which could hinder India’s growth in the global tech landscape.
The gap between the demand for AI-skilled professionals and the available talent pool is stark, with estimates suggesting that less than 2,000 senior engineers possess the required expertise in this field, and studies indicate that only 2.5% of Indian engineers have substantial AI expertise. This mismatch threatens to slow India’s progress in the global AI landscape, particularly in key roles such as machine learning engineers, NLP specialists, and data scientists. The need for senior-level engineers with deep AI expertise is especially critical, as their absence hinders the successful execution of complex projects.
Scaler’s AIML program seeks to bridge this gap by addressing the advanced skill needs of mid-level and senior professionals, ensuring they can handle the complexities of AI-driven roles. The curriculum, curated with inputs from leading tech companies, focuses on advanced topics such as Generative AI, MLOps, and Reinforcement Learning. By equipping learners with skills tailored to industry demands, the program helps address the lack of practical AI expertise, enabling graduates to tackle real-world challenges and drive innovation in emerging technologies confidently.
Additionally, Scaler’s partnerships with companies like Clario, Consuma.ai, Aganitha AI, and Researchify.io expose learners to real-world problems, bridging the gap between academic theory and business needs. These collaborations enable participants to develop solutions that address critical industry challenges, fostering readiness for high-impact roles.
The program’s comprehensive, hands-on approach includes over 50 projects, with 40+ tackled during live classes and the remainder as assignments. This ensures participants gain practical expertise and confidence, directly addressing the industry’s call for professionals with applied experience. Learners are also supported by personalised mentorship from seasoned AI specialists, including former engineers and scientists from Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. This mentorship is pivotal in addressing the shortage of senior-level expertise empowering learners to navigate complex challenges effectively.
Scaler aims to bridge this gap by providing practical training Through the AIML program that aligns with the needs of the industry, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for roles such as Generative AI Specialist, NLP Engineer, and MLOps Engineer.
Through this program, Scaler aims to create discerning cohorts of passionate AIML enthusiasts, ensuring a focused learning environment. The program fosters collaboration and peer-driven problem-solving by admitting top talent from diverse technical backgrounds. Graduates are expected to secure roles such as AI/ML Engineer, Research Scientist, and Generative AI Specialist, with Scaler providing placement assistance to support career growth.
Commenting on the launch, Abhimanyu Saxena, Co-founder of Scaler and InterviewBit, said: “Our mission has always been to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements. Developments in the AI and ML sectors are happening at breakneck speeds, such as the newest chatbot created by Deepseek. These developments can potentially remove the existing barriers for firms across diverse industries to work with AI, enabling many relevant employment opportunities in the sector. With the AIML program, we aim to create a new generation of skilled AI professionals ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. The program focuses on real-world applications and practical learning, empowering learners to make meaningful contributions to the tech industry.”
Scaler’s programs have consistently aimed to redefine tech education by bridging the theoretical knowledge and practical application gap. With the launch of the AIML program, Scaler continues its tradition of offering education that empowers learners to excel in emerging tech domains.
Flipkart Launches Credit Card Bill Payment Service on Flipkart Pay for Users
Bengaluru – January 30, 2025: Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has announced the launch of a credit card bill payments feature on Flipkart Pay, further strengthening its position as a one-stop solution for all payment needs. The newly introduced category aims to enable convenient payments for millions of Flipkart customers while driving growth for the Recharges and Bill Payments category on Flipkart Pay via Bharat Bill Payment Service (BBPS).
Credit card bill payments have emerged as a key category on BBPS, ranking as the fifth-largest in terms of transaction count. The share of credit card bill payments in transaction value reached 62% of all BBPS payments after the RBI mandate to route credit card bills through Bharat Connect in July. By integrating credit card bill payments into the Recharges and Bill Payments platform, Flipkart continues to ease access to payment solutions tailored to evolving customer needs.
Commenting on the launch, Gaurav Arora, Vice President, Payments and SuperCoin at Flipkart, said, “At Flipkart, we are constantly innovating to create a holistic and seamless payment ecosystem for our customers. The addition of credit card bill payments on our Recharges and Bill Payments platform reflects our commitment to becoming the preferred one-stop solution for all payment needs. With this launch, we aim to simplify bill payments for millions of users and support the rapid growth of this vital category on BBPS.”
Flipkart launched its Recharges and Bill Payment Services in 2023 under the program ‘Bharat Connect,’ where it is registered as an Agent Institution under Bharat Bill Payment Services (BBPS) to provide online bill payment services to end users. The Recharges and Bill Payments platform supports nine bill payment categories, including mobile prepaid, mobile postpaid, electricity, broadband postpaid, landline postpaid, Fastag, DTH, LPG cylinder, and gas. With its growing range of payment options, Recharges and Bill Payments aims to streamline financial transactions directly on the Flipkart app.
SAMHI Continues to Deliver Consistent and Strong Growth Across Core Markets
Gurugram, 30th January 2025: SAMHI Hotels Limited (BSE: 543984) (NSE: SAMHI) a prominent branded hotel ownership and asset management platform in India, announced its unaudited Standalone and Consolidated results for the quarter and nine month ended 31st December 2024.
Commenting on the performance, Mr. Ashish Jakhanwala, Chairman & Managing Director, SAMHI Hotels Ltd. said,
“We are pleased with the results for Q3 & 9M FY25. During the quarter we maintained healthy revenue growth. EBITDA growth was strong given successful ACIC integration and strong operating leverage.
Our core markets remain resilient. For Q3 & 9M FY25, occupancy stood at 72% and 74% respectively, reflecting strong demand for our assets.
I am also pleased to announce the reopening of Caspia Pro in Greater Noida as Holiday Inn Express with 133 rooms in December 2024. Our growth projects are on track with Holiday Inn Express in Kolkata and new rooms in Bengaluru under pre-opening stage.
We are also making good progress on two latest acquisitions. The concept development for our proposed new block of 220 rooms in Whitefield, Bengaluru, under “Westin” brand by Marriott and for conversion of an existing building into a “W” brand hotel in Hitec city, Hyderabad, are at advanced stages of finalization.
Once we complete the on-going initiatives, we would have almost doubled our Upper Upscale & Upscale inventory, which will have a substantial impact on our business.”
Based on same-store, i.e., excludes the ACIC Portfolio acquired in August 2023, Trinity acquired in Oct’24, Holiday Inn Express Greater Noida (renovated and reopened in December 2024), and Caspia Delhi (under renovation starting Jan’25) Includes one-time noncash impact of INR 65 Mn on account of refinancing a term-loan, which would result in annual interest savings of ~INR 160 Mn
- RevPAR at INR 5,088 up 15.1% on a YoY basis demonstrate strong business demand across key markets with established larger base of demand and continued growth in commercial activities across key markets driving RevPAR growth.
- Occupancy stood at 72% for Q3FY25.
- Asset Income and Asset EBITDA grew YoY by 10.1% and 12.6% respectively. Same store growth & positive impact of ACIC acquisition led to strong growth in Asset Income and EBITDA.
- The Finance Cost decreased to 9.4% as of December 31, 2024, compared to 9.5% as of September 30, 2024.
- PAT of INR 228 Mn including INR 65 Mn impact of a non-cash refinancing expense. The refinancing results in an annualized saving of INR 160 Mn in interest expense.
In INR Mn
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Q3FY251
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Q3FY24
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YoY%
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9MFY25
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9MFY24
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YoY%
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Asset Income
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2,964
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2,692
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10.1%
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8,138
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6,817
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19.4%
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Asset EBITDA
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1,220
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1,084
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12.6%
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3,207
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2,614
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22.7%
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Asset EBITDA %
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41.2%
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40.3%
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39.4%
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38.3%
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Net Corporate G&A
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-44
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-65
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-80
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-206
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Consolidated EBITDA
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1,177
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1,019
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15.5%
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3,137
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2,408
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30.3%
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(pre-ESOP & one-time expenses)
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ESOP & One-Time Expenses
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-44
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-115
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-133
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-491
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Consolidated EBITDA
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1,132
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904
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25.2%
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2,994
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1,917
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56.2%
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(Reported)
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PAT
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2282
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-744
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396
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-2,459
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Puravankara’s New Residential Project Sets a Benchmark in Keshav Nagar, Pune
Mumbai, January 30, 2025: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India’s most trusted and admired real estate developers, announced the launch of its newest landmark project – Purva Atmosphere in Keshav Nagar, Pune. Spread across 10 acres with 70% open spaces, this development seamlessly blends sustainable design with modern amenities, offering a truly unique lifestyle experience.
Purva Atmosphere features two 30-story towers offering 240 units of 2 BHKs and 180 units of spacious 3 BHK apartments. Designed to ensure ample natural light, ventilation, and Vastu compliance, these residences offer the perfect blend of comfort and functionality.
Purva Atmosphere is thoughtfully designed with sustainability at its core. As an Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) compliant project, it features unique landscaping inspired by Bali’s iconic terraces, blending nature with modern living. With large lush green spaces spread across the ground and podium levels, the project is designed to prioritise the well-being of its residents. At the heart of the project lies a one-acre central podium landscape area with a clubhouse and swimming pool.
Commenting on the launch, Rajat Rastogi, CEO- West & Commercial Assets, Puravankara Limited, said, “Pune continues to be a key focus area in our strategic expansion plans, and Purva Atmosphere marks a significant milestone in our journey. With thoughtfully designed low-density homes offering only 150 flats per acre, the project ensures ample space and privacy, making it a perfect setting for comfortable, sustainable living. It represents our unwavering commitment to creating a sustainable world for people to live their dreams. Every aspect, from the expansive green spaces to the carefully curated amenities, reflects our dedication to providing a lifestyle that goes beyond just four walls.”
Providing over fifty thoughtfully curated lifestyle amenities, including yoga pods, sensory gardens, an oxygenated gym, and a sprawling 30,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, Purva Atmosphere caters to contemporary urban dwellers’ physical, emotional, and social needs. The project will also feature hi-street retail and co-working spaces.
The project’s strategic location near the proposed Kharadi Bridge ensures seamless connectivity to Magarpatta, Hadapsar, Kalyani Nagar, and other major IT hubs.
“Nestled in the heart of Keshav Nagar, the project’s strategic location—close to Kharadi and Magarpatta IT parks—combined with its world-class amenities and sustainable design, positions it as a standout offering in Pune’s real estate market. We believe this development will redefine luxury and community living,” said Rastogi.
Maintain healthy kidneys with these simple rules
by Dr. Sushma Rani, Senior Consultant – Nephrology, Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru
The kidneys are two vital organs that play a crucial role in maintaining overall health. They filter waste products, excess fluids and electrolytes from the blood, regulates blood pressure and support bone health. It’s a bean shaped organ which is roughly the size of a fist. They are two in number and located one on each side of the back bone deep in the abdominal cavity, beneath the rib cage. However, kidney disease is a growing concern worldwide, affecting millions of people. Kidney diseases are silent killers which can largely affect the quality of life. Maintaining kidney health is essential to prevent kidney disease and its complications.
Kidneys also control blood levels of many minerals and salts including sodium and potassium, and help to control blood acidity. Every day they carefully control salt and water level in the body so that the blood pressure remains in the normal range.
There are several factors which increases the risk of kidney disease
- Diabetes: High blood sugar levels damage kidney blood vessels
- Hypertension: Uncontrolled blood pressure damages kidney blood vessels
- Family history: Genetic predisposition to kidney disease
- Obesity: Excess weight increases blood pressure and diabetes risk.
- Smoking: Damages kidney blood vessels and reduces function.
- Age: Kidney function declines with age.
There are several ways to keep our kidneys healthy
- Keep fit and active
A healthy lifestyle helps to reduce the blood pressure and therefore reduces the risk of chronic kidney disease. One should stay hydrated by drinking 8-10 glasses of water per day. Exercise is must to keep the kidney diseases at bay. Maintaining a healthy weight helps to reduce the obesity risk. A person wanting to keep his kidneys healthy should quit smoking. Smoking cessation programs helps to quit smoking. Also, limit your alcohol consumption.
- Keeping the blood sugars under good control
One of the important cause of kidney damage is Diabetes. Therefore, it is important for people with diabetes to have regular tests to check their kidney functions. Blood test Serum creatinine and eGFR (estimated Glomerular filtration rate) will help us monitor total kidney function. Also, the presence of excess protein or albumin in the urine is also a marker of kidney damage.
If detected early, Kidney damage from diabetes can be prevented. It is important to keep the blood sugars under control with the help of doctors, with regular medicine intake, good dietary practices and regular exercises.
- Regular monitoring of blood pressure
Uncontrolled high blood pressure is the second leading cause of kidney failure across the world. High blood pressure can lead to a stroke or heart attack and can harm kidney function.
The normal blood pressure level is less than 140/80 mmhg. One should adopt lifestyle and dietary changes at 140/90 and above. They should discuss the risks with the doctor and monitor the blood pressure levels on regular basis. High blood pressure is especially likely to cause kidney damage when associated with other factors like diabetes, high cholesterol and heart diseases.
- Eathealthyfood
A good diet is essential to prevent diabetes, heart disease and other conditions associated with chronic kidney disease. Eat kidney friendly foods such as, Berries, leafy greens, fatty fish, whole grains and legumes. One should reduce salt intake and limit it to <5g/day. Also, limit protein intake to 0.8-1 gram/kg body weight/day. If you have kidney stones avoid oxalate rich foods. Also, limit phosphorus rich foods.
- Maintaina sufficient fluid intake
Drinking sufficient amount of water per day should be sufficient to maintain a good health. Consuming adequate fluids will help the kidneys clear sodium, urea and toxins from the body which, in turn, results in a “significantly lower risk” of developing chronic kidney disease. However, “aggressive fluid loading”, which can cause side effects, is not recommended.
- Do not take over-the-counter pills/ pain killers on a regular basis
Common pain killer medicines also called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like brufen, combiflam and voveran are known to cause kidney damage if taken regularly. Consult your doctor before taking herbal supplements or pain relievers. Take medications as prescribed by the doctor, such as blood pressure medications and diabetes medications.
Maintaining kidney health is crucial to preventing kidney disease and its complications. By adopting healthy lifestyle habits, managing risk factors, and monitoring kidney function, individuals can reduce their risk of kidney disease. Early detection and treatment can slow disease progression and improve outcomes. It is essential to prioritize kidney health and seek medical attention if concerns arise.
Air India and Kenya Airways Partner in New Codeshare Agreement to Boost Travel Options
GURUGRAM / NAIROBI, 30 January 2025: Air India, India’s leading global carrier, and Kenya Airways, a leading African carrier, have entered a codeshare partnership, reaffirming their commitment to boosting seamless travel between India and Africa, and beyond. The codeshare partnership complements the existing interline agreement between the two carriers.
The codeshare and interline partnerships together allow passengers of both airlines to enjoy convenient access to a wider range of destinations across regions, leveraging a single ticket and a unified baggage policy for a hassle-free travel experience.
As part of the codeshare agreement, Air India will place its ‘AI’ designator code on twice daily flights between Nairobi and Mumbai operated by Kenya Airways, which will seamlessly connect passengers via Mumbai on Air India-operated flights to or from Bangkok (Thailand), Colombo (Sri Lanka), Dhaka (Bangladesh), Malé (The Maldives), Melbourne (Australia), and Singapore. These are in addition to existing connections that passengers from Nairobi can take to several other destinations within and outside of India via Delhi, when flying Nairobi to Delhi with Air India.
The new agreement also enables Kenya Airways to place its ‘KQ’ designator code on Air India-operated flights between Delhi and Nairobi, thus enabling Kenya Airways passengers from across Africa to travel to Delhi via Nairobi.
“Deepening our partnership with Kenya Airways aligns perfectly with Air India’s strategic vision of expanding our global footprint and strengthening our position in key markets”, said Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India. “Our codeshare partnership will provide significant benefit to guests of both airlines, and also contribute to the overall growth of air travel between India and Africa.”
The interline agreement between Air India and Kenya Airways enables passengers to seamlessly travel on a single itinerary between any of 28 points in Africa (Accra, Addis Ababa, Dar Es Salaam, Harare, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Seychelles, Kilimanjaro, Mombasa, and Zanzibar to name a few), and any of 15 points in India (Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, and Hyderabad to name a few).
“We are delighted to expand our partnership Air India, that will open up significant opportunity for our passengers. This codeshare agreement allows us to offer seamless connections to a wider range of destinations across both airlines’ networks, making travel easier and more convenient” said Julius Thairu, Chief Commercial and Customer Officer, Kenya Airways.
Air India and Kenya Airways plan to progressively add other destinations in their networks to the codeshare agreement.
The codeshare flights are available for booking through Air India’s and Kenya Airways’ respective booking channels and through travel agents.
Celebrate Valentine’s Month with Special Dining Experiences at Andaz Delhi
February 2025, New Delhi: The season of love is here and Andaz Delhi by Hyatt invites you to celebrate the Month of Love with an array of captivating culinary experiences designed to make every moment unforgettable. Embrace the spirit of romance with indulgent delicacies, vibrant desserts, and intimate settings that promise to elevate your celebrations. The highlight of this month-long celebration will be a spectacular Valentine’s Day extravaganza on the 14th of February, 2025, at AnnaMaya food hall and its serene poolside venue.
To quench your Italian cravings, the Valentine – Pan to Plate menu will offer Culurgiones– Sardinian ravioli stuffed with potato, mint, and pecorino, Pappardelle alla Sugo – artisanal pappardelle with slow-braised pulled lamb shank and rosemary oil, and so much more. The Italian delicacies are perfectly paired with sparkling wine for a romantic touch.
One can take a culinary voyage across Asia, while being seated on comfortable seating with the Asian menu, featuring Phad Thai Noodles and Clay Pot dishes. End your meal on a sweet tooth with delectable desserts like Strawberry Flambe, Rose & Butter Pudding, Strawberry Tart, and the refreshing Mint Mojito Delight. The price for Valentine’s Day Pan to Plate menu begins with INR 3999 ++ for soft beverage packages. Guests can also avail early bird offers by reserving their spot any day between 7th February to 10th February at 3499++.
Step up your romance game with an intimate poolside affair. For a more exclusive experience, the poolside menu features delicacies that are a fusion between Indian and Italian cuisine with a hint of aphrodisiac ingredients. The menu includes appetisers such as Gol Gappe with an Italian twist, Astice – a flaky pastry with lobster bisque cream, Purani Dilli Jama Masjid Paneer Kormas and Golbari Kosha Mangsho. The meal, crafted by Executive Chef Matteo Fracalossi, concludes with a decadent Chocolate Heart made from 64% Manjari chocolate and soft caramel, perfect for sharing with your special someone. The price for this menu begins at INR 15999 ++. Guests can also avail the early bird offer at 12999++ by reserving their spot any day between 7th February to 10th February.
Not to miss, AnnaMaya’s pastry shop will be a haven for those who have a sweet tooth! It will be available from 11th February till 14th February, 2025 and the menu will feature Dark Chocolate Mousse Heart Cake, the delightful Miniature Toffee Heart Cake made with toffee cream and milk chocolate, and the irresistible Chocolate Love Bar. The price begins at INR 320++.
Throughout February, Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt will celebrate the Month of Love with thoughtfully designed culinary promotions, immersive dining experiences, and enchanting settings. Whether you choose a romantic dinner at AnnaMaya, an indulgent poolside meal, or a visit to the pastry shop, this is your chance to create unforgettable memories with your loved one. So this Valentine’s Day, head over to Andaz Delhi for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day celebration.