March 13,2025:A moment of pride, a story of growth! Air India Express has officially welcomed its 100th aircraft, marking an incredible milestone in its journey. Airports across India – from Agartala, Amritsar, Bengaluru, and Delhi to Chennai, Guwahati, Lucknow, Mangalore, and beyond – joined the celebration turning social media into a hub of excitement as this achievement took flight.

Mirroring the tail art on Air India Express’ 100^th aircraft, a Boeing 737-8, featuring Chittara – an ode to Karnataka’s rich artistic heritage – Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport, lit up its digital screens with informatory content on the traditional mural painting art form. The aircraft’s take-off from the airport – a major destination for Air India Express with over 445 weekly flights – was flagged off by Aloke Singh, Managing Director of Air India Express,

Each aircraft in the growing Air India Express fleet carries the ‘Tales of India’ tail art theme, a unique branding initiative that showcases the country’s diverse artistic heritage. Each tail art is inspired by traditional Indian textile motifs, mural paintings, and folk-art forms such as Ajrakh and Bandhani from Gujarat, Banarasi from Uttar Pradesh, Ikat from Odisha, Jaapi from Assam, Jamdani from West Bengal, Kanjeevaram from Tamil Nadu, Warli from Maharashtra, and more. This initiative not only enhances the airline’s visual identity but also pays tribute to India’s deep-rooted artistry, making every flight a journey through the nation’s cultural legacy. The Chittara art on the 100th aircraft continues this tradition, celebrating the vibrancy of Karnataka’s cultural landscape.

The journey to this achievement has been one of exceptional growth and transformation. Since joining the Tata group in January 2022, Air India Express has nearly doubled its fleet—from 26 Boeing 737 NGs and 28 A320s to an impressive 100 aircraft. This expansion sets the stage for the airline to operate over 500 daily flights by March 2025, covering 54 destinations across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.

Hyderabad, March 13, 2025: Apollo Hospitals successfully hosted ASPIRE 2025 (Apollo Symposium on Pulmonary Interventions and Respiratory Excellence) in Hyderabad. The event focused on Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD), a condition that affects an estimated 4-8 lakh people in India, with rising prevalence due to increasing air pollution, occupational hazards, and delayed diagnosis.

ASPIRE 2025 brought together pulmonologists, rheumatologists, and healthcare professionals to discuss advancements in bronchoscopic techniques, high-resolution imaging, and biomarker-driven diagnostics that are improving ILD detection. Experts also examined new pharmacological treatments, including antifibrotic drugs and biologics, which are shaping ILD management in India.

ASPIRE 2025 featured participation from leading International and National medical professionals, including Dr. Ganesh Raghu, Director, Center for Interstitial, Lung Diseases (ILD & Co-Director – Scleroderma Clinic, University of Washington Medical Center, Dr. Nishant Gupta, Professor of Medicine – University of Cincinnati Interstitial, Lung Disease Program, Dr Kalpalatha Guntupalli, Endowed Professor for Pulmonary Disorders, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston,Tx USA. Dr Narasimhan R, Chennai,Dr Deepak Talwar, New Delhi, Dr T Sunder- Chennai, Dr Amita Nene, Mumbai, Dr B.K.S. Sastry, Hyderabad, Dr A.G.K.Gokhale, Hyderabad, Dr Padmanabha, Shenoy, Kochi.

The organizing committee of Apollo’s Pulmonology Department, led by Dr. Sowmya Parimi, Dr. Vijay Kumar Chennamsetty, Dr. Sai Praveen Haranath, Dr. Srikar Darisetty, Dr. Battu Chaitanya, Dr. Chandrakanth Tarke, and Dr. Pradyut Waghrey, has successfully conducted the conference. The event covered AI-driven diagnostics, cryobiopsy for tissue acquisition, pulmonary rehabilitation, lung transplantation, and remote monitoring for ILD patients.

Speaking on the significance of this symposium, Mr. V Tejesvi Rao, CEO, Telangana Region, Apollo Hospitals, highlighted Apollo’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology in respiratory care, stating: “AI-driven imaging and biomarker-based diagnostics are transforming ILD detection, enabling earlier and more precise diagnoses. At Apollo, we are committed to leveraging technology to improve patient outcomes and make specialized ILD care accessible across India. Accurate diagnosis of ILD requires the integration of clinical assessment, supportive radiological findings, and advanced bronchoscopic techniques such as cryobiopsy for tissue acquisition. These tools are critical in identifying specific ILD phenotypes and tailoring appropriate treatment plans.”

Dr. Ravindra Babu, Director Medical Services, Telangana Region, Apollo Hospitals added, “Chronic respiratory diseases account for more than 12% of all deaths in India, with ILD being one of the most misdiagnosed conditions. The discussions at ASPIRE 2025 focused on a collaborative effort between pulmonologists, radiologists, rheumatologists, and histopathologists. By integrating expertise across these disciplines, we ensure accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans that significantly improve patient care and disease management”

ASPIRE 2025 served as a critical knowledge-sharing platform, fostering collaboration among specialists to advance data-driven ILD diagnosis and targeted therapeutic interventions. With Apollo Hospitals’ commitment to pioneering evidence-based and technology-driven respiratory care, the symposium marked an important step in improving ILD management across India.

March 13,2025:Mark your calendars to announce the arrival of spring with delectable delights, joy, dance, music, and bright colours. As the festival of colours ticks the clock, you must get set to refresh your wardrobes with the trendiest silhouettes and statement designs. From unique voguish and contemporary fusion wear to Indo-Western styles Rangriti amps up your festive wardrobe with a wide range of mix-and-match, chic ethnic, all-time classics, dresses, festive wear and matching bottom wear.

Festive Classics

Holi is incomplete without a classic white wardrobe that not only elevates your desi avatar but adds contemporary flair to your traditional ethnicity. From a three-piece to a two-piece kurta set, Rangriti offers a wide variety of chic and underrated fashionable pieces that are adorned with multi-coloured thread embroideries and floral prints. Complemented with an abstract patterned dupatta or strip patterned bottom, the curation is a perfect must-have for college and society parties.

Trendy Elegance

Celebrate the festival of colours in our printed and embroidered kurta set in purple. Effortlessly designed for young women, these lightweight and breathable kurta sets in muslin fabric offers both comfort and style. Paired with matching pants and complementing dupatta, these sets are perfect for a streamlined look in celebrations of Holika Dehan.

Mumbai, March 13,2025:Moscow Fashion Week is a major fashion hub that attracts a global audience, including designers, models, experts, stylists, and journalists from well-known magazines. This time, the fashion event is scheduled from March 13 to 18 and will feature around 200 Russian and International brands on its runways.

Besides renowned Russian labels, designers from various regions and countries will participate in Moscow Fashion Week. The event promises a truly global showcase, with participants hailing from countries such as China, South Africa, Indonesia, the USA, Spain, Turkey, and more. Notably, India will make a significant mark on the event this spring with the esteemed presence of two distinguished brands presented by FDCI: Centre of Excellence for Khadi – Khadi India and the designer Samant Chauhan.

CoEK – Khadi India holds a special place in Indian culture, representing self-sufficiency, and sustainability. Khadi embodies a philosophy of deliberate, conscious fashion that cherishes craftsmanship and nurtures local economies.

Designer Samant Chauhan is an esteemed figure in Indian fashion. The brand has earned global acclaim for its intricate and graceful embroidery on Bhagalpur silk. Samant Chauhan is a regular participant in international fashion events and is excited to showcase his collection in Moscow. The designer expressed his enthusiasm for participating in Moscow Fashion Week:

‘Moscow Fashion Week is a prestigious platform that allows us to showcase our designs to an international audience. For our brand, participating in this MFW is a significant step in expanding our global presence, engaging with a new market, and connecting with fashion enthusiasts, buyers, and media in Russia,’ – said Samant Chauhan. ‘Russia has a growing appreciation for diverse fashion influences, and we see a strong synergy between Indian craftsmanship and Russian aesthetics.’

Indian designers grace the runways of Moscow Fashion Week frequently, owing to the strong partnership between the Moscow Fashion Week and the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). In a fashion exchange, Russian label MEASURE, renowned for its modest fashion aesthetics, captured hearts at Lakmé Fashion Week X FDCI in India last year. Following its successful outing on the Indian runway, MEASURE is now poised to captivate audiences at the upcoming Moscow Fashion Week with its distinctive collection.

Another esteemed Russian brand, SOLANGEL, has been capturing the attention of fashion experts for several seasons. This spring, the brand will present an evening collection on the Moscow runway featuring fabrics adorned with crystals, a trademark of the fashion house. SOLANGEL’s glamorous designs have been worn by celebrities like Lady Gaga, Christina Aguilera, Ornella Muti, and others. The stunning leopard-print jumpsuit that Jennifer Lopez recently wore in the UAE was exclusively crafted for her by this Russian brand.

Moscow Fashion Week is poised to present around 100 vibrant shows, introduce emerging designers, showcase numerous Russian brands at the Market, and host a variety of engaging activities. Emphasizing the cultivation of young talents set to innovate the global fashion scene, this influential event plays a crucial role in nurturing and promoting designers on the international stage.

Chandigarh, 13^th March 2025: Tata Power, one of India’s largest integrated power companies, and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) have entered into a strategic partnership to strengthen workforce readiness and skill development initiatives in India’s power sector, particularly focusing on green jobs and transmission & distribution skills leading to employability.

Under this agreement, the Tata Power Skill Development Institute (TPSDI), established by Tata Power, will be NSDC’s Training Partner, delivering industry-aligned skilling programs in key domains such as green energy, power transmission, power distribution, and industrial safety. These programs will emphasize hands-on training, ensuring that trainees are equipped with practical, employability-enhancing skills. The curriculum will also be aligned with the evolving demands of the energy transition and the net-zero workforce, making trainees future-ready.

As a testament to its growing impact, TPSDI has already sensitized and trained over three lakh individuals, playing a vital role in bridging the skill gap across the power sector. Building on this momentum, Tata Power plans to significantly expand TPSDI’s reach by setting up more training centers across the country, in addition to the 11 centers currently in operation, thereby strengthening access to quality vocational training for youth across diverse geographies.

The partnership also provides a platform for the addition of new, future-ready domains such as energy storage, green hydrogen, and pumped hydros, aligned with India’s rapidly evolving green energy ecosystem. These structured programs will bolster the nation’s talent pipeline and accelerate its clean energy transition.

The agreement was formally signed at TPSDI-Shahad, one of TPSDI’s seven training hubs, during the Institute’s Annual Meet. Mr. Nitin Kapoor, Vice President, NSDC Academy, and Mr. Alok Prasad, Head – TPSDI, signed the agreement in the presence of key dignitaries, including Mr. Himal Tewari, CHRO, Chief – Sustainability & CSR, Tata Power; Mr. Varun Batra, General Manager, NSDC Academy; and Mr. Sachin Mujumdar, Chief of Transmission Projects at South East UP Power Transmission Company Limited (SEUPPTCL), a Tata Power subsidiary. All dignitaries emphasized the importance of skill development, youth empowerment, and inclusive skilling programs as critical levers for nation-building and sustainable growth.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Himal Tewari, CHRO, Chief – Sustainability & CSR, Tata Power, said: “We deeply value our partnership with NSDC, which reinforces our shared commitment to building a future-ready workforce for India’s rapidly transforming energy sector. Tata Power has always believed that human capital development is central to nation-building. TPSDI, established over a decade ago, has already trained more than three lakh individuals and continues to bridge the sectoral skill gap through industry-relevant, employability-focused training. This collaboration with NSDC underscores TPSDI’s scale, impact, and excellence in workforce transformation. Going forward, we aim to significantly expand TPSDI’s footprint by establishing more centers beyond our current network of eleven. Through this, we will further strengthen India’s green energy talent ecosystem and contribute meaningfully to the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.” 

Mr. Nitin Kapoor, Vice President, NSDC Academy, echoed the sentiment: “This partnership with TPSDI and Tata Power is a significant milestone for Skill India. We admire TPSDI’s legacy in capacity building, inclusive skilling, and employability enhancement. Skilling is no longer a luxury but a necessity, and TPSDI’s commitment will help industry professionals continuously upskill and reskill in a rapidly transforming power landscape. The strength of the Tata brand and this partnership will accelerate India’s goal of creating a digitally enabled, energy-smart workforce.” 

This collaboration is a pivotal step toward creating a highly skilled, industry-ready, and digitally empowered youth base, aligned with India’s vision of green growth, sustainable livelihoods, and a robust energy sector talent pool.

March 13,2025:With its special Holi Fabric Collection, Nemssis, a leading menswear brand in fashion and fabric innovation, is ready to add joy and vibrancy to your wardrobe as the festival of colors, Holi, draws near. Nemesis has created a collection of fabrics that precisely capture the essence of Holi, giving you the ideal balance of comfort, style, and elegance. These fabrics are inspired by the rainbow of colors that characterize this joyous festival. Each fabric is thoughtfully designed to elevate your kurta outfits with premium quality, intricate detailing, and vibrant hues, ensuring you stand out effortlessly.The Holi Fabric Collection by Nemssis honors the variety of hues that represent this festive occasion. The collection offers an exquisite selection of fabrics with rich textures, elaborate patterns, and vivid hues. Every piece, which ranges from vivid pastels to striking hues, has been carefully designed to capture the spirit of Holi, making it a perfect option for both traditional and modern festivities. Every fabric is distinctive and vibrant, reflecting the ethnic diversity of Holi.