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Mumbai, India, Feb 11: After taking global streaming platforms by storm and redefining Middle Eastern hip-hop for a new generation, breakout rap sensation Flipperachi is set to perform in Mumbai for the very first time on 13th March 2026 at Phoenix Marketcity.

Produced and promoted by Eva Live and Zee Live, powered by Mastercard, the concert marks a significant milestone in Flipperachi’s meteoric rise on the international stage. Mumbai, long hailed as India’s entertainment capital, is set to witness the artist’s explosive live energy, combining signature sounds with high-octane visuals and immersive crowd interactions that have become hallmarks of his global performances.

Flipperachi has emerged as one of the most influential new voices in contemporary rap, following the worldwide success of his viral hit ‘FA9LA’ and a feature in the Bollywood film Dhurandhar. Known for his raw lyricism, genre-blending sound, and unapologetic storytelling, the Bahraini rapper has cultivated a massive international fanbase spanning cultures, languages, and borders.

Flipperachi shared,

“India has shown me incredible love, and Mumbai is a city I’ve always wanted to perform in. The energy, the people, the culture—it all feels very familiar. This show is going to be loud, emotional, and unforgettable. Mumbai, get ready!”

Deepak Choudhary, Founder & Managing Director, Eva Live, added:

“Flipperachi is not just an artist but a movement. His rise has been completely organic, driven by authenticity and a deep connection with fans. Bringing his debut show to Mumbai was a no-brainer for us. This city understands global music, and we’re thrilled to present a show that reflects where hip-hop is headed next.”

Gareth Eswin Thomas, Business Head, Zee Live, said:

“Flipperachi represents the new wave of global hip-hop, where culture and music travel beyond borders. At Zee Live, our effort is to curate immersive entertainment experiences for audiences across India. We are excited to present Flipperachi’s debut show in Mumbai, elevating the live hip-hop experience for fans nationwide.”

Flipperachi will also perform in Bengaluru on 14th March 2026 at the UN40 Music Festival, making his Mumbai debut an unmissable event expected to draw fans from across the city and beyond.

Ticketing Information:

• HDFC Bank Mastercard Presale: 14th Feb 2026, 12:00 PM – 16th Feb 2026, 12:00 PM IST

• Mastercard Presale: 16th Feb 2026, 12:30 PM – 19th Feb 2026, 12:00 PM IST

• General Sale: 19th Feb 2026, 12:30 PM IST onwards

• Tickets available exclusively on District by Zomato

Mumbai, Feb 11: Pilgrim, a pioneer in skincare innovation, has launched its 5% Vitamin C Complex Brightening Serum Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++, designed to meet the evolving needs of Indian consumers who seek high-efficacy, multi-functional products that seamlessly integrate into daily routines.

The new sunscreen combines advanced UV filters—Uvinul T 150, Uvinul A Plus, and Tinosorb S—with Pilgrim’s proprietary UVshield X™ Technology, offering broad-spectrum protection against UVA, UVB, and Blue Light. This formulation is tailored for modern lifestyles, helping prevent tanning, sun damage, pigmentation, and premature ageing while remaining photostable, ensuring long-lasting performance without oxidising or darkening on the skin.

Beyond sun protection, the hybrid formulation is enriched with 5% Vitamin C Complex, Niacinamide, and Glutathione, delivering visible skin benefits including brighter, more even-toned, and radiant skin over time. Its lightweight, serum-like texture absorbs quickly, feels non-greasy, and leaves no white cast, making it ideal for all skin tones and suitable for daily wear alone or under makeup.

Aligned with Pilgrim’s clean and conscious beauty philosophy, the sunscreen is skin-friendly, safe for all skin types—including sensitive skin—and free from potentially disruptive ingredients.

With this launch, Pilgrim continues to merge global skincare technology with Indian consumer needs, offering innovative, everyday solutions that combine efficacy, comfort, and multi-functional benefits.

New Delhi, Feb 11: Supriya Lifescience Ltd., a cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical company with a robust global presence across more than 120 countries, has announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of FY26. The company specializes in API manufacturing across diverse therapeutic segments, including anti-histamine, anti-allergic, vitamin, anaesthetic, and anti-asthmatic products.

Key Financial Highlights – Q3 FY26 (Consolidated)

Business Highlights – Q3 FY26

• Revenue grew 11.2% year-on-year to Rs 206.44 crore, driven by strong demand in global markets.

• EBITDA stood at Rs 72.08 crore with a margin of 34.9%, while PAT reached Rs 49.68 crore with a margin of 24.1%.

• The anesthetic segment was the primary growth driver, contributing 54% of total revenues, up from 48% in 9M FY25. The vitamins segment also improved, increasing its contribution from 11% to 12%.

• Export markets continued to perform strongly, with Europe remaining the largest market (36% of revenues), followed by Asia (32%), Latin America (24%, up from 21%), and North America (6%, up from 3%).

• Capacity utilization improved to 76% in 9MFY26 from 70% in FY25, reflecting operational efficiency gains from the ramp-up of Module E at the Lote Parshuram facility.

• To support future growth, the company has acquired three land parcels near existing manufacturing facilities, strengthening its long-term expansion plans.

Commenting on the results, Mr. Satish Wagh, Executive Chairman and Whole-Time Director, Supriya Lifescience Ltd., said:

“Our performance this quarter reflects consistent execution and sustained profitability, supported by steady demand across key global markets. Exports continued to be a strong contributor, accounting for approximately 82% of revenues in Q3, with Europe forming a significant share of the business mix. Capacity utilization improved to around 76% during 9MFY26, aided by the ramp-up of Module E at our Lote Parshuram facility, enhancing operational efficiency and supply reliability. As we prepare for the commercial launch of our Ambernath formulation facility in Q4 FY26 and continue to deepen our presence in regulated markets through backward integration and new product introductions, we remain confident of driving stronger growth in the coming quarters.”

Bengaluru, Feb 11:  Essensai067 is set to redefine rooftop celebrations with “It’s Not A Shaadi”, a high-energy, culture-led evening marking the launch of its brand-new rooftop event venue. Taking place on 14th February, the immersive experience brings together the most loved elements of an Indian wedding – music, décor, food, fashion, and festive flair – without an actual wedding in sight.

Designed as a fresh, contemporary celebration, It’s Not A Shaadi invites guests to dress up, dance freely, indulge generously, and celebrate together – no rituals, no expectations, just pure shaadi-style joy. The event positions the Essensai067 rooftop as a lively, open-air destination built for large, experience-led gatherings that prioritise vibe over convention.

From sunset onwards, the rooftop transforms into a vibrant playground of gulabi hues, with pink florals, gajras, flowing fabric drapes, and warm ambient lighting setting the mood. Wedding-style installations receive a playful, modern twist – designed for movement, photos, and full-on celebration.

Music forms the heartbeat of the evening, with DJ Hasaan curating a DJ-led shaadi vibe set layered with high-energy Punjabi dhol moments. Guests can drop into a mehendi corner for minimal, modern motifs, accessorise with gajras, pagdis, and playful add-ons, and join the collective baraat moment where dhol beats collide with DJ drops. A paan corner, photo booths, and even a tarot reading station add to the playful spirit.

The evening is rounded out with a buffet-style food and beverage spread, featuring celebratory bites and free-flowing drinks throughout the night.

With It’s Not A Shaadi, Essensai067 introduces its rooftop as more than just a venue -it’s a destination for social, fun-loving audiences who want to celebrate together, dress up without pressure, and experience the joy of a shaadi without the obligations.

EBG Group’s Natuf Café brings Milind Soman on board as cultural ambassador to drive its clean Levantine QSR vision through his fitness philosophy

Feb 11: EBG Group, a fast-growing multi-sector organisation with interests across Mobility, Health, Realty, Lifestyle, Food, Services, Technology, and Education, has announced the next phase of growth for its flagship food and beverage brand, Natuf Café, by appointing fitness icon, actor, and wellness advocate Milind Soman as its cultural and lifestyle ambassador. Known for his long-standing commitment to clean living, endurance, and mindful nutrition, Soman’s philosophy closely mirrors Natuf Café’s approach to Levantine cuisine rooted in Middle Eastern food traditions, where fresh ingredients, balanced flavours, and sustainable choices come together without compromise.

The association marks a significant milestone as Natuf Café accelerates its ambition to build one of India’s most progressive Levantine quick-service restaurant (QSR) chains, offering protein-rich, low-carb, low-fat, and low-sugar meals through a plastic-free, sustainability-first ecosystem. Positioned at the intersection of global flavours and mindful nutrition, Natuf Café is redefining how India consumes fast food. Together, Natuf Café and Milind Soman champion the belief that clean, nutritious eating is no longer niche or aspirational—but mainstream, accessible, and culturally relevant for today’s urban consumer.

As part of its expansion roadmap, Natuf Café will scale across corporate-owned outlets, franchise formats, cloud kitchens, and exclusive retail cafés, catering to India’s growing population of young, urban, and wellness-conscious consumers. The brand aims to establish over 100 outlets nationwide by the end of 2026, spanning both company-owned and exclusive partner locations.

Commenting on the association, Hari Kiran, Co-founder & COO, EBG Group, said,

 “Milind Soman embodies the values we stand for at EBG—discipline, authenticity, and conscious living. Natuf Café is not just expanding as a QSR brand; it is building a movement around better food choices that respect people, the planet, and long-term well-being. Over the next year, EBG Group plans to invest between ₹35 lakh and ₹1.25 crore per outlet, supporting rapid retail development across key Indian cities.”

Amer Juneidi, Founder & Managing Director, Natuf, said,

“For me, Natuf has always been about sharing heritage, culture, and honest food. Partnering with Milind Soman feels natural because he represents integrity and mindful living. As we scale Levantine cuisine across India, we remain committed to authenticity, nutrition, and sustainability in every meal.”

Speaking on the partnership, Milind Soman said,

“What attracted me to Natuf Café is its simplicity and honesty. The food is rooted in tradition, naturally nutritious, and aligned with how people want to eat today—without excess or compromise. I’m glad to associate with a brand that is making healthy, sustainable food part of everyday life.”

Natuf Café differentiates itself from conventional QSR brands by offering wholesome Levantine-inspired meals that balance bold global flavours with nutrition and wellness. From colourful hummus bowls and protein-packed wraps to fresh, low-sugar offerings, each outlet operates with a plastic-free supply chain, reinforcing EBG Group’s People–Planet–Profit philosophy.

New Delhi, Feb 11: Formula Group, a leading Relocation Management company, has entered into a strategic partnership with Relo Group Inc Japan, with them acquiring a significant minority stake in the company. This partnership is a significant milestone in Formula Group’s growth and global expansion strategy.

The partnership brings together Formula Group’s strong market presence in India, deep operational expertise, and customer-focused solutions with Relo Group’s global experience and strategic capabilities. The collaboration was concluded with Grant Thornton supporting as the exclusive financial advisor to Formula Group.

This will strengthen and enhance Formula Group’s position in the employee mobility & corporate relocation segment in India, while enabling Relo Group to accelerate growth in the rapidly growing Indian market.

Commenting on the partnership, Ankit Ahuja, Partner, Grant Thornton Bharat, added,

“This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in the employee mobility segment. The collaboration will further strengthen Formula Group’s leadership in relocation and integrated corporate mobility by leveraging Relo Group’s strong global footprint and deep expertise in the Japanese market. At the same time, Relo Group gains a significant boost in the rapidly growing Indian market through Formula Group’s established brand presence and proven operational excellence.”

Bengaluru, Feb 11: As twilight descends, ITC Windsor invites couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day in an atmosphere of romance, elegance, and refined indulgence. With warm ambient lighting, graceful surroundings, and a specially curated menu, the hotel sets the perfect stage for an unforgettable evening of togetherness.

Designed as a seamless culinary journey, the Valentine’s experience blends alfresco charm, poolside warmth, and classic indoor sophistication — offering guests a romantic setting that transitions effortlessly through mood and flavour.

The evening begins with the comforting warmth of Asian Hot Pot and the bold, enticing flavours of Stir-Fried Seafood in Black Bean Sauce. Fragrant grills and soulful preparations follow, encouraging slow conversations and shared moments. The menu further delights with refined favourites such as Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings, Mustard Baked Fish, and Kentucky-Style Fried Chicken — thoughtfully balancing delicate nuances with hearty indulgence.

The celebration concludes on a sweet note with Strawberry Verde, a luscious medley of fresh berries and velvety cream. Adding a distinctive touch is the Strawberry Almond Coriander Delight, where nutty crunch and gentle aromatics meet ripe strawberry sweetness — creating a memorable finale to a night dedicated to love.

With its elegant setting and carefully curated flavours, ITC Windsor promises a Valentine’s celebration that is intimate, indulgent, and truly unforgettable.

Balrampur Chini Mills Limited has announced its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025.

Strong Operational Performance in Q3 FY26

BCML delivered a healthy performance during the quarter, reporting improved distillery volumes and better realizations in the sugar segment.

Commenting on the results, Mr. Vivek Saraogi, Chairman and Managing Director, Balrampur Chini Mills Limited, said:

“During the quarter, the sugar segment delivered strong performance, driven by improved realizations despite the increase in SAP of sugarcane from Rs. 370 per quintal to Rs. 400 per quintal, which led to higher production costs.

The distillery segment delivered stable performance driven by higher volumes. However, the absence of revision in ethanol prices resulted in a decline in margins.

Sugarcane crushing during the quarter was approximately 8.4% higher at 387.6 lakh quintals owing to the early start of a few plants and better capacity utilization. Gross sugar recovery (C-heavy terms) improved marginally by 8 basis points to 10.63%. Despite a decline in sugarcane area, crushing for the Company is expected to be higher due to additional area allotted by the State Government.”

India’s net sugar production (post diversion to ethanol) is estimated at 28.8 MMT, up approximately 10.3% from 26.1 MMT in the previous season. The Government has announced an export quota of 1.5 MMT for the season. Considering domestic consumption and exports at 29.2 MMT, closing stock is expected to be around 4.6 MMT as on September 30, 2026, indicating a drawdown from last year’s opening inventory of 5 MMT.

On the policy front, concerns regarding ethanol imports from the US for blending have eased following the trade deal. However, the pending revision in domestic ethanol prices continues to remain an overhang. Despite a significant increase of approximately 16.4% in sugarcane FRP and operational costs, ethanol prices under the Juice and B-Heavy routes have not been revised since ESY 2022-23. The Company emphasized t

Panaji, Feb 11:  Last year, numerous beachgoers went back home carrying memories of injuries from broken glass bits littered on Goa’s sunny beaches. In January alone this year, two cases were reported wherein people had to be administered first aid by lifesavers after suffering cuts from broken glass strewn along the popular North Goa shoreline.

The injuries, recorded across multiple beaches, underline a recurring safety concern linked to discarded glass bottles according to Drishti Marine, the state – appointed lifesaving agency.

“The issue of glass litter is a challenge for tourists and citizens alike. For a tourist destination and any healthy functioning society, it is imperative to address this issue,” says Carlos Souza, convenor of the Confederation of Indian Industries’ Goa panel on Tourism.

Data sourced from Drishti Marine, the Goa government-appointed beach safety agency, shows that injuries linked to broken glass were reported in 2025 from Anjuna, Arambol, Baga, Benaulim, Calangute, Colva and Palolem. In 2024, similar cases were recorded across Betalbatim, Morjim, Velsao, Baina and Palolem.

For those whose livelihoods depend on the beach, the pattern is familiar. “Tourists take bottles on the beach, they drink, they bury them, sometimes they litter, sometimes they break them,” says Cruz Cardoz, president of the Shack Owners Association. “Later, people step on it. A lot of people cut their feet.”

Cardoz suggests that a deposit scheme for bottles sold near beaches may well be the answer. “Right now, nobody keeps a deposit,” he says. “If you sell a bottle and tell the person to keep a deposit and take it back once the bottle is returned, people will bring it back.”

That logic mirrors the thinking behind the state government’s Deposit Refund Scheme (DRS), currently being rolled out by the Department of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Goa. Under the scheme, consumers pay a refundable deposit at the point of purchase, which is returned when the empty container, including glass bottles, is brought back to an authorised collection point.

Dr Anthony de Sa, who heads the DRS Scheme Administrator Committee, stated that the DRS scheme was shaped to include waste that does not get collected when discarded, because of its low re-sale value – such as multi-layered plastic (MLP) . “While a significant amount of waste is being managed, especially materials with clear monetary value, such as PET bottles and beer bottles, low-value waste, such as chips and chocolate wrappers and juice cartons, is largely left behind. These materials were difficult to collect, costly to transport and generated little revenue, yet they are disastrous for the environment,” he said.

Explaining the approach, de Sa said that it was important to have a comprehensive approach, in which high value as well as low value waste were both collected, and internal cross-subsidies leveraged. “The objective is to incentivise return at source, not to deal with the material after it enters drains, beaches or public areas,” he said, adding that the DRS, while incentivising waste collectors, was also aiming to drive at a social behavioural change towards waste disposal by consumers, and packaging by manufacturers.

Carlos Souza believes measures like the DRS are necessary if Goa wants to protect both residents and visitors from the menace of glass litter. “Glass litter is a threat to safety. It affects how tourists experience Goa and how residents use public spaces,” he says.

According to Anthony Fernandes, who runs the Roma Cafe beach shack shared how glass litter finds its way into the sand especially at night, when groups of domestic tourists drink on the beach and leave the garbage behind. “Even in the water there are glass bottles and people get cuts,” Fernandes says.

New Delhi; Feb 11: Odysse Electric Vehicles Pvt. Ltd., one of India’s fastest-growing premium electric two-wheeler manufacturers, today announced a significant evolution in its leadership structure with the appointment of Sudhir Goel as Co-founder. This strategic move underscores the company’s transition into a more robust, professionally run organisation designed to capture the next phase of growth in the Indian EV revolution and green mobility.

By bringing aboard Mr. Goel, a seasoned leader with over 28 years of experience spanning in the automotive, engineering, and electric vehicle sectors, the company aims to institutionalize its operations and drive sustainable, long-term value for stakeholders. Mr. Goel is a proven strategist, business leader and has successfully scaled ventures from inception to profitability and launched breakthrough products in electric mobility. His distinguished career includes leadership roles at Ford Motor Company in Japan, Jay Ace Technologies (a JP Minda Group company) as CEO, and Greenfuel Energy Solutions as President – Lithium Batteries, followed by his work as an independent consultant guiding EV companies in scaling their operations.

The appointment of Sudhir Goel as Co-Founder emphasizes Odysse Electric’s commitment to building a corporate structure that balances entrepreneurial agility with world-class professional management. In his new role, Mr. Goel will focus on Operational Excellence – streamlining supply chain and manufacturing processes to meet the growing demand and Strategic Expansion – strengthening Odysse Electric’s retail footprint.

Nemin Vora, Founder & CEO, Odysse Electric Vehicles said,

“Odysse Electric is no longer just new startup; we are a significant player in the national mobility conversation. The appointment of Sudhir Goel as Co-Founder is a testament to our evolution. His professional pedigree and track record will provide the structural backbone we need to drive long-term growth.”

On his appointment, Sudhir Goel, stated,

 “I am excited to join Odysse at this pivotal stage. The company has built a strong foundation with innovative products and a clear vision. I look forward to leveraging my experience to scale operations, strengthen the EV ecosystem, and drive Odysse towards becoming a significant player in the sustainable mobility revolution.”

With the expansion of the leadership team, Nemin Vora, Founder and CEO of Odysse Electric, will continue to lead the brand’s vision and product development in close association with co-founder Sudhir Goel. This strategic leadership enhancement positions Odysse to solidify its market presence, optimize its supply chain, and explore new avenues for growth, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and innovative mobility solutions.