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Hash Brown Conversations Emerges as a Powerful New Force in India’s Personal Branding Ecosystem

Hash Brown Conversations Emerges as a Powerful New Force in India’s Personal Branding Ecosystem

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New Delhi [India], June 23: In a digital landscape increasingly dominated by viral trends, clickbait headlines, and shrinking attention spans, a new platform is gaining recognition for taking a different approach. Hash Brown Conversations, founded by marketing and branding strategist Niharika Pandey, is rapidly emerging as one of India’s most promising branding and storytelling platforms, creating a space where founders, authors, industry leaders, experts, and changemakers can share authentic stories that resonate with audiences. Launched just six months ago, Hash Brown Conversations was conceived with a mission that extends beyond the traditional podcast format. Rather than focusing solely on entertainment or short-term engagement, the platform aims to help individuals and brands estab...
HROne, World’s Easiest-to-Use HRMS Brings PROPEL to Mumbai, Inviting HR Leaders to Rethink Influence, Perception, and the Human Side of Work

HROne, World’s Easiest-to-Use HRMS Brings PROPEL to Mumbai, Inviting HR Leaders to Rethink Influence, Perception, and the Human Side of Work

Business
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 23: HROne, India’s leading HR software, in association with NHRD -Mumbai Chapter, Courseplay as the Platinum Sponsor, The CHRO Mindset as the Podcast Partner, and HR Commune as the Community Partner, hosted the Mumbai Chapter of HROne PROPEL, continuing its national movement to create rooms where HR leaders don’t just attend, but shape conversations. Anchored in the central idea “HR Is Being Watched”. But Is It Being Seen?”, the evening brought together senior HR leaders, CHROs, and people practitioners to explore one of the most urgent realities of modern HR: impact is no longer enough if intent, context, and communication are not understood. The chapter featured a powerful keynote by Harjeet Khanduja, Senior Vice President – HR, Jio, followed by a...
Empower India Limited Expands into Digital Solar Solutions to Capture India’s Fast-Growing Renewable Energy Market

Empower India Limited Expands into Digital Solar Solutions to Capture India’s Fast-Growing Renewable Energy Market

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Strategic Move Aims to Unlock Renewable Energy Access for Millions of Consumers in India’s Rapidly Expanding 150+ GW Solar Ecosystem Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 23: As India accelerates toward a renewable energy future backed by an estimated US$200 billion+ investment opportunity, over 150 GW of installed solar capacity, and a government target of 1 crore solar-powered households, Empower India Limited (NSE: EMPOWER, BSE: 504351) has announced its strategic expansion into next-generation Digital Solar solutions. This initiative aims to democratize access to renewable energy while supporting India’s growing energy needs, strengthening long-term energy security, and accelerating the country’s transition toward a sustainable and domestically powered future. Addressing the Mark...
Kavish Engineers Strengthens India’s Cold Press Oil Machinery Segment with Made-in-India Round Kettle Hopper-Based Machine

Kavish Engineers Strengthens India’s Cold Press Oil Machinery Segment with Made-in-India Round Kettle Hopper-Based Machine

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Rajkot-based manufacturer Kavish Engineers combines third-generation engineering legacy, in-house manufacturing, and pan-India support to serve India’s growing cold pressed oil business market. Rajkot, (Gujarat) [India], June 23: Kavish Engineers, a Rajkot-based manufacturer of cold press oil machines and oil mill machinery, has strengthened its Made-in-India product portfolio with its Round Kettle Hopper-based Automatic Cold Press Oil Machine, developed for Indian oilseeds, Indian operating conditions, and commercial oil business requirements. The company manufactures cold press oil machines in 5 HP, 7.5 HP, and 10 HP models, with processing capacities ranging from 40 kg/hr to 250 kg/hr depending on the model. Each model is available in Cone Hopper and Kettle-based variants, giving ...
Iris Clothings Enters Quick Commerce with One of India’s Dominant Quick Commerce Players

Iris Clothings Enters Quick Commerce with One of India’s Dominant Quick Commerce Players

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Howrah (West Bengal) [India], June 22: Iris Clothings Limited (NSE: IRISDOREME), a readymade garment company engaged in designing, manufacturing, branding, and selling garments for kids wear, has announced its entry into the Quick Commerce segment. The Company’s products will initially be available across Bengaluru and Hyderabad, marking a strategic expansion of its omnichannel distribution platform. Building on its strong foundation of distributor-led sales, Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs), and its recently launched Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) platform, it continues to strengthen its market presence through high-growth retail channels. The addition of Quick Commerce enhances the Company’s ability to reach consumers across multiple touchpoints while further improving accessibility, convenie...
Japanese Leading Publisher KODANSHA Announces Entry into India in Partnership with DNP and IJ KAKEHASHI

Japanese Leading Publisher KODANSHA Announces Entry into India in Partnership with DNP and IJ KAKEHASHI

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New Delhi [India], June 23: IJ Kakehashi Services Pvt. Ltd.  (Head Office: Delhi, India; Managing Director: Sanjay Kumar Panda; hereinafter “IJK”) is proud to announce its participation as a founding shareholder in a Joint Venture company to be established in New Delhi, India, along with Kodansha Ltd.  (Head Office: Tokyo; President & Representative Director: Yoshinobu Noma) and Dai Nippon Printing Co. Ltd. (Head Office: Tokyo; President: Yoshinari Kitajima; hereinafter “DNP”). Kodansha’s Indian entity will start operation by autumn 2026 and carry out marketing, manufacturing, and publishing activities for Kodansha’s manga and other content, creating affordable localized editions for the Indian market. This marks a significant milestone as it will be for the first time that a Jap...
Sumeet Industries Limited’s ₹199.75 Cr Rights Issue to Fund 140,000 TPA Capacity Expansion, Debt Reduction and Solar Project

Sumeet Industries Limited’s ₹199.75 Cr Rights Issue to Fund 140,000 TPA Capacity Expansion, Debt Reduction and Solar Project

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Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 23: Sumeet Industries Limited, (NSE Code: SUMEETINDS, BSE Code: 514211), one of the leading integrated polyester manufacturers engaged in the production of Pet Chips, Partially Oriented Yarn (POY), Fully Drawn Yarn (FDY) and Polyester Texturized Yarn, has announced a Rights Issue for its eligible shareholders aimed at enhancing financial flexibility and supporting the Company’s strategic business priorities. Rights Issue Overview: The Board of Directors of Sumeet Industries Limited has approved the terms of a Rights Issue aggregating to ₹199.75 Cr through the issuance of ₹16.84 Cr fully paid-up equity shares.  The Company proposes to deploy ₹49.00 Cr from the Rights Issue proceeds towards the acquisition and operationalisation of Additional 140,000 To...
Kratikal Tech Limited IPO Opens on June 30, 2026

Kratikal Tech Limited IPO Opens on June 30, 2026

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 23: Kratikal Tech Limited is an AI driven, Software-as-a-Service based cybersecurity company, proposes to open its Initial Public Offering on June 30, 2026, aiming to raise ₹ 39.69 Crores (at upper price band) with shares to be listed on the BSE SME. The issue size is 29,40,000 equity shares with a face value of ₹ 10 each with a price band of ₹ 128 – ₹ 135 Per Share. Equity Share Allocation QIB Anchor Portion – Upto 8,31,000 Equity Shares Qualified Institutional Buyer – Not more than 5,58,000 Equity Shares Non-Institutional Investors – Not less than 4,23,000 Equity Shares Individual Investors – Not less than 9,78,000 Equity Shares Market Maker – Up to 1,50,000 Equity Shares The net proceeds from the IPO will be utilized for Inv...
Sumeet Industries Limited’s Rs. 199.75 Cr Rights Issue to Fund 140,000 TPA Capacity Expansion, Debt Reduction and Solar Project

Sumeet Industries Limited’s Rs. 199.75 Cr Rights Issue to Fund 140,000 TPA Capacity Expansion, Debt Reduction and Solar Project

Business
Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 23: Sumeet Industries Limited, (NSE Code: SUMEETINDS, BSE Code: 514211), one of the leading integrated polyester manufacturers engaged in the production of Pet Chips, Partially Oriented Yarn (POY), Fully Drawn Yarn (FDY), and Polyester Texturized Yarn, has announced a Rights Issue for its eligible shareholders aimed at enhancing financial flexibility and supporting the Company’s strategic business priorities. Rights Issue Overview: The Board of Directors of Sumeet Industries Limited has approved the terms of a Rights Issue aggregating to ₹199.75 Cr through the issuance of ₹16.84 Cr fully paid-up equity shares. The Company proposes to deploy ₹49.00 Cr from the Rights Issue proceeds towards the acquisition and operationalization of an additional 140,000...
New Data Shows Big Tech Lock-In Is Limiting Consumer Choice

New Data Shows Big Tech Lock-In Is Limiting Consumer Choice

Business
New Delhi [India], June 23: As India’s digital economy scales, a group of Indian companies commissioned a first-of-its-kind consumer survey with Kantar to understand how people experience today’s digital ecosystem, and whether platform practices shape consumer choice and competition. Based on responses from 500 urban, digitally active users across India, the survey suggests that a small number of platforms increasingly shape how consumers search, communicate, navigate, store information, and access digital services. It also points to consumer concerns around switching between services, visibility of alternatives, pricing, and the growing influence of integrated digital ecosystems. Beyond competition and consumer outcomes, these patterns also raise broader questions about resilience a...