Archives April 2025

Little Tags and its ultra-premium counterpart, Little Tags Luxury, are revolutionizing children’s fashion in India. From pioneering the country’s first multi-designer e-boutique in 2017 to introducing 40+ international labels through Little Tags Luxury in 2020, the brand has set new standards for high-end kids’ fashion. Today, with seven boutique stores across major metropolitan cities, an expanding physical presence, and a state-of-the-art online platform, Little Tags Luxury continues to shape the future of luxury children’s fashion in India. Little Tags Luxury is committed to bringing the world’s most coveted designer brands to India, offering a curated selection of premium clothing, footwear, and accessories for children up to 14 years old.

 Ultra-Luxury & High Fashion – Dolce & Gabbana, Balmain, Philipp Plein Designer Labels – Kenzo Kids, Stella McCartney Kids, Marc Jacobs, Karl Lagerfeld Contemporary Designers – Moschino, AIGNER, Diesel, BOSS, HUGO Trendy & High-End Streetwear – Dsquared2, Ducati Chic, Playful & Young Luxury – Monnalisa, Billieblush With an unwavering commitment to quality and style, Little Tags Luxury ensures that children across India and beyond have access to global fashion trends with just a click.

 Expanding India’s Luxury Fashion Landscape
What began with flagship stores in Delhi and Mumbai has now grown into a nationwide presence, with expansions into Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Kolkata, and Bengaluru. The latest store openings in Kolkata and Bengaluru underscore the increasing demand for high-end children’s fashion in these cosmopolitan hubs. Designed to provide a seamless fusion of opulence and comfort, each store offers an inviting shopping experience where families can explore designer collections firsthand.

 Furthering its commitment to accessibility, Little Tags Luxury has introduced an exclusive retail presence at Kolkata Airport, allowing travelers to indulge in luxury children’s fashion while on the move. This milestone reflects the brand’s ambition to integrate premium shopping seamlessly into customers’ lifestyles.

 Digital Innovation: Bringing Luxury to Your Fingertips
Recognizing the digital transformation in retail, Little Tags Luxury offers an intuitive online shopping experience via its e-commerce boutique. Featuring exclusive collections, high-quality imagery, and detailed product descriptions, the platform ensures effortless luxury shopping for busy parents. Regular online exclusives keep the digital experience dynamic, making high-end fashion more accessible than ever.

 Elevating Shopping with Exclusive Experiences
What sets Little Tags Luxury apart is its dedication to curated, exclusive pieces. Through collaborations with international designers, the brand introduces the LATEST SUMMER 2025 COLLECTION, providing families with unique and collectible fashion pieces.

 More than just retail spaces, Little Tags Luxury stores are interactive fashion hubs, featuring digital displays that bring collections to life. By merging technology with luxury, the brand has transformed in-store shopping into a fully immersive experience.

 Understanding the evolving needs of modern families, Little Tags Luxury has also introduced a Shop-from-Home concierge service, offering personalized consultations, expert styling advice, and seamless home delivery. This white-glove shopping experience ensures convenience without compromising on luxury.

 The Ultimate Destination for Designer Kids’ Fashion
Little Tags Luxury stands as India’s premier destination for designer children’s fashion, seamlessly blending heritage craftsmanship with modern trends. Whether shopping in-store or online, parents can explore an unparalleled selection of luxury clothing, footwear, and accessories, all in one place.

Bengaluru, April 5, 2025: Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), one of the leading private players for Aerospace & Defence solutions in India, is conducting Walk-in interviews in Bengaluru on Sunday, 6th April, 2025, from 10.00am-5.00pm at Tata Advanced Systems facility in Electronics City – Phase 1, Hosur Road, Bengaluru 560100, for positions at its Hyderabad facility.

The company is seeking skilled ITI graduates, Apprentices, and Diploma holders for Machine Operator and Assembly Operator roles. This opportunity offers candidates a chance to advance their careers in a dynamic work environment.

Applicants must carry the following documents:

• Resume with a passport-sized photo
• Education certificates
• Experience certificates (if applicable)
• Current company joining letter and CTC breakup
• Last three months’ payslips or bank statements

TASL is an equal opportunity employer. It is committed to fostering an environment where employees can leverage their knowledge and experience to develop cutting-edge solutions using the latest technology.

With a strong portfolio of partnerships and joint ventures with leading global aerospace and defence firms, TASL serves as an integral partner in the international supply chain and, in some instances, a global single source provider for leading defence OEMs.

Delhi, NCR; 5th April, 2025: To celebrate World Health Day, Vegas Mall is all set to host a day-long wellness event titled ‘Move for Health’ on Sunday, April 6, 2025. The initiative, organized in collaboration with Fitness First, aims to promote healthy living and encourage community participation in adopting fitness-focused habits.

The event will feature a Blood Donation Drive, encouraging visitors to contribute to a noble cause while prioritizing community well-being. In the evening, shoppers and health enthusiasts can groove to the beats during a high-energy Dance Fitness Session in the evening, led by professional instructors—perfect for those looking to make fitness fun.

Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Ravinder Choudhary, Vice-President, Vegas Mall, said, “Health and wellness have always been at the heart of our community initiatives. With ‘Move for Health,’ we aim to offer our patrons a meaningful way to mark World Health Day—by moving, donating, and making a difference. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating health and spreading awareness in a fun and impactful way.”

Mumbai, 5th April, 2025: Hikvision India has introduced the Hikvision Power X DVR to deliver innovative technologies to enhance intelligence.Hikvision Power X DVR represents a significant upgrade in the evolution of digital video recorders (DVRs) in the video security industry. This upgrade introduces cutting-edge technologies and features to enhance intelligence and performance. This next generation DVR has improved the efficiency of video searching. It offers users a more robust and comprehensive product experience.

Enhanced Intelligence
It is the core value addition of Hikvision Power X DVR. Some of the value added features include these offerings.

Enhanced intelligent channels: Up to 8 channels of perimeter protection (1x improvement)
Boosted performance: By optimized algorithm for perimeter protection
3 intelligent functions in 1 device: Different channels can be configured with different intelligent functions
Quicker and More Efficient Video Searching

AcuSearch: Users can search specific targets of interest precisely with just one click, and then the related videos can be displayed
Smart Search: Users can draw rule boxes or intrusion lines at the location of the event to quickly filter and identify targets
Enhanced Performance

Upgraded decoding capability: Up to 24-ch @ 1080p
HDTVI two-way audio: Supports interactive real-time communication (*M/XT model available)
Smart fan adjustment: Fan design is based on temperature adaptive speed adjustment, providing more comfortable use of the space
Take the security management to the next level
Hikvision’s AcuSense technology embeds deep-learning algorithms into security cameras and video recorders to equip businesses and homeowners with smart tools to take security to the next level, both indoors and outdoors.

Faster: AcuSense technology detects intrusion threats in real time and triggers alerts to users’ mobile phones for faster response.

More Accurate: AcuSense technology differentiates people and vehicles from other moving objects, allowing security teams to focus on real threats.

More efficient: AcuSense technology applies labels to recorded video footage with people and vehicles, speeding up video searches, minimizing manual effort, and reducing overall.

Easy to use: AcuSense-enabled smart cameras are installed quickly and are as easy to configure as conventional security cameras. The technology puts AI security at everyone’s disposal.

Technology Edge
AcuSense technology uses advanced machine vision AI algorithms built into Hikvision security cameras and video recorders to boost home and business security.

Application Scenario
The Hikvision Power X DVR is highly applicable in various application scenarios, including Industrial Park, Monitoring Center, Warehouse, Restaurant and Store, etc.

National, April 05, 2025: Neworld Developers is pleased to announce the appointment of Kanika Sharma as Vice President – Marketing. In this role, she will lead the company’s marketing strategies, focusing on enhancing brand presence and driving customer-centric campaigns across Neworld’s residential and commercial projects in key markets, including Delhi-NCR.

Kanika Sharma brings extensive experience in strategic marketing and brand management within the real estate sector. Prior to joining Neworld Developers, she served as the Director of Corporate Marketing at Geetanjali Homestate Private Limited, where she played a pivotal role in elevating the company’s brand visibility and market positioning. Before that, she was associated with Gupta Builders & Promoters in Chandigarh, where she contributed significantly to marketing and business expansion efforts. Her leadership has been instrumental in executing impactful campaigns and fostering strong customer engagement.

Kanika Sharma commented on her new role”I am honored to join Neworld Developers at this exciting juncture. The company’s dedication to innovation and excellence resonates with my passion for creating meaningful brand experiences. I look forward to leading initiatives that will contribute to Neworld’s growth and deepen engagement with our customers and stakeholders.”

Neworld Developers continues to expand its footprint in the Indian real estate market, delivering premium and sustainable developments. The addition of experienced leaders like Kanika Sharma underscores the company’s commitment to setting new benchmarks in real estate marketing and customer engagement.

Pune(S.N): A wave of tech innovators identified by Marico Innovation Foundation (MIF) are addressing India’s most pressing challenges—climate resilience, agri-transformation, water scarcity, and plastic waste management. They are turning stubble into furniture, converting industrial emissions into valuable chemicals, developing rare-earth magnet-free motor systems, managing plastic waste, and extracting moisture from air.

These innovations are shaping India’s green economy, but scaling these solutions requires forging critical connections to funding sources – be it investors, grantmakers, and institutional customers. To address this, Marico Innovation Foundation launched InnoWin Day– a curated high-impact event designed to connect winners of the Indian Innovation Icons 2025 and innovators from the Scale-Up programme with funding, market access, pilot opportunities, and expert guidance, here today.

Twenty-four innovators spanning a range of ready-for-market, high-potential domains including cleantech, agri-tech, and solutions for a circular economy, participated in the inaugural InnoWin Day. These included winners from the social and business categories of Indian Innovation Icons 2025—AssisTech Foundation, Chara Technologies, Indra Water, PARI, and Rocket Learning, as well as innovators from MIF’s Scale Up accelerator programme, such as Brisil, Caliche, GreenPod Labs, Ishitva Robotic Systems, PadCare, Ricron Panels, Uravu, Urban Kisaan, among others.

The highlight of the day were the connections made with stakeholders that hold potential for future investments, collaborations, pilot opportunities and market access. Leading investors and corporate partners included Vedanta, Colgate-Palmolive, Reliance Industries, ITC, JSW Ventures, and India Climate Collaborative, among others, underscoring their role in scaling early-stage innovations into commercially viable enterprises.

InnoWin Day featured a keynote by Harsh Mariwala, Chairman, Marico Limited & Founder, Marico Innovation Foundation. This was followed by a panel discussion, titled “Scaling Strategies” with Vaibhav Tidke, Chief Executive Officer, S4S Technologies and Arindam Paul, Chief Business Officer, Atomberg Technologies where they shared how their niche innovations—solar-powered food processing and BLDC motors—have grown into industry benchmarks. Their journeys highlight how purpose-driven innovation when strategically executed, can move beyond early adopters to shape mainstream markets.

Speaking on the occasion, Harsh Mariwala said, “It is vital for startups to build strong relationships. Investors and corporates are essential for startup growth – providing capital, guidance, market access, and expertise to help them scale. Innovation thrives through collaboration, and InnoWin Day is our effort to foster this.”

Vaibhav Tidke noted, “MIF’s strategic guidance helped shape our business model and accelerate growth. Our revenue surged from INR 60 lakh in 2019 to INR 100 crore in 2023, underscoring the impact of MIF’s strategic intervention.” Arindam Paul reflected on Atomberg’s journey, “When we joined MIF’s Scale-Up program in 2017, we were looking at offline expansion after reaching a 7–8% market share in e-commerce. The guidance we received was clear: go deep, achieve market leadership online before thinking offline. That principle—focus before scale—has guided us ever since.”

“InnoWin Day is being launched today to ensure we bring all the right resources – capital, customers, and conversations, to our innovators We recognise that these innovators have large-scale solutions that need the support of a wider ecosystem to scale” said Suranjana Ghosh, Head, Marico Innovation Foundation.

IIM Bodh Gaya is set to host its prestigious 7th Convocation Ceremony on April 5, 2025, marking a momentous occasion as 471 students from the MBA, MBA (Digital Business Management) and MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management) programs prepare to receive their degrees. This year’s convocation is particularly special as it witnesses the graduation of the first batch of MBA (Digital Business Management) and MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management) students, reflecting the institution’s commitment to offering specialized programs aligned with industry evolution.

 The MBA program, which continues to be a flagship course, has 310 graduates this year, including 34 students from the 2024 batch who completed their student exchange program in several foreign universities and schools abroad. The MBA (Digital Business Management) program is designed to develop professionals equipped with expertise in digital strategy, analytics, fintech, and business transformation—critical competencies in today’s rapidly digitizing global economy. The MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management) programme addresses the growing demand for healthcare management professionals, focusing on hospital administration, public health policies, and healthcare innovations. This year, 91 MBA (Digital Business Management) and 70 MBA (Healthcare & Hospital Management) students will be conferred their degrees, marking a milestone in the institution’s academic offerings.

 The convocation ceremony will bring together esteemed dignitaries, faculty, and families to celebrate the achievements of the graduating students. Shri Arun Kumar Singh (Chairman & CEO, ONGC) will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest, alongside Dr. Janmejaya Sinha (Chairman, Boston Consulting Group India) as a Member of the Board of Governors, IIM Bodh Gaya. The event will feature keynote addresses inspiring graduates as they step into the next phase of their professional journeys. The ceremony will also include the formal conferral of degrees and awards, recognizing the academic dedication and perseverance of the students.

Bengaluru, 05 April 2025: In an event graced by the Honorable Chief Minister of Odisha, Mr. Mohan Charan Majhi, Nestlé India laid the foundation stone for its upcoming factory in Khordha, Odisha. This is slated to be Nestlé India’s tenth factory and first in the eastern part of the country.

Talking at the event, Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Honorable Chief Minister of Odisha said that he was happy to see the progress made by Nestlé India in setting up a state-of-the-art facility, with cutting-edge technology in Khordha district. He conveyed his belief that this factory would enable Nestlé India to scale new heights and assured them of continued support in their endeavor.

Shri Suresh Narayanan, Chairman and Managing Director, Nestlé India, said, “With a steadfast adherence to ‘Make in India’ we had announced our tenth factory in Odisha, reaffirming the significance of India as a market. It gives me immense pleasure as we witness our planning and efforts bearing fruit. We are confident that this upcoming factory will not only help us with our business but will also stand tall as a vibrant example of gender diversity, sustainable manufacturing, paperless, digitally managed facility with an abiding focus on the environment.”

The factory is being set up with an initial investment of approximately INR 900 crores, in its first phase and is slated to manufacture products from its foods (prepared dishes and cooking aids) portfolio.

Nestlé India set up its first manufacturing facility at Moga (Punjab) in 1961 followed by its manufacturing facilities at Choladi (Tamil Nadu), in 1967; Nanjangud (Karnataka), in 1989; Samalkha (Haryana), in 1992; Ponda and Bicholim (Goa), in 1995 and 1997, respectively; Pantnagar (Uttarakhand), in 2006; Tahliwal (Himachal Pradesh), in 2012. Nestlé India set up its ninth manufacturing facility at Sanand (Gujarat) in 2021.

Making a grand return to CinemaCon, Tom Cruise lit up the stage at Caesars Palace’s Colosseum which marked his first appearance post-pandemic. This time, he brought with him an exclusive first look at Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, the epic conclusion to the franchise that has redefined action cinema for nearly three decades, marking a thrilling moment for fans and industry insiders alike.

Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning marks the epic conclusion to the franchise that began nearly three decades ago. The film picks up after Dead Reckoning, where Ethan Hunt faces a rogue AI known as The Entity.

On stage, Cruise praised McQuarrie, recalling how he had secretly brought him in to refine Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol without informing the team. “He’s the hero of that film and put Skydance on the map,” Cruise remarked. He continued, “Because of Christopher McQuarrie, we delivered Top Gun: Maverick and two Mission: Impossible films during pandemic shutdowns and strikes. You’re a modern-day Thalberg and an asset to every studio you serve.” Cruise then honoured McQuarrie with CinemaCon’s Director of the Year Award.

Reflecting on his journey, McQuarrie credited Cruise for believing in him when no one else would. “Tom, I’m here because of your vision and trust,” he said, adding that Cruise pushed him beyond his own limits. As he introduced the trailer, Cruise expressed gratitude to former Mission: Impossible producer Paula Wagner, ex-Paramount chief Sherry Lansing, and all directors who contributed to the franchise, including Brian De Palma, Brad Bird, J.J. Abrams, and John Woo.

The trailer of Mission Impossible 8 itself promises high-octane action, with Henry Czerny’s Kittridge ominously stating, “If we want to bring the world back to the brink, we have to deal with him.” It features Cruise performing jaw-dropping stunts, including crawling on a flying biplane and jumping off an aircraft carrier. Nuclear missiles are also in play, raising the stakes like never before.

Friedrichshafen. At home or in the office, data networks with fiber optic connectivity are already widely used when high data transfer speeds are required. In the automotive sector, however, fiber optic technology is only just on the verge of a breakthrough.

The technology company ZF has further developed its ProAI high-performance computer for optical multi-gigabit Ethernet in automotive applications. Newly developed chips and connectors enable data to be transmitted via automotive-grade optical fibers according to the IEEE 802.3cz standard. “This ultra-fast transmission is a key technology for future vehicle electrical systems of software-defined vehicles,” explained Oliver Briemle, head of Cross-Domain Computing at ZF. The technology enables both short- and long-distance transmissions of up to 40 meters. Series production is possible as early as next year.

Optical multi-gigabit Ethernet offers considerable advantages for various vehicle classes. Intensive tests have confirmed the suitability of this technology for use in cars, trucks, buses and shuttles and have proven its robustness under various operating conditions. The results show that optical multi-gigabit Ethernet is a versatile and future-proof solution for data communication.

Basics of optical data transmission

Optical data transmission is a key technology used in many modern communication systems, including the automotive industry. It is based on the transmission of light signals through glass optical fiber (GOF) or plastic optical fiber (POF) cables. Fiber optic cables offer high bandwidth and low losses. The propagation of light in these fibers is based on the principle of total internal reflection. When light enters the fiber, it is reflected at the interfaces between the core and cladding of the fiber, causing it to remain trapped in the core and propagate along the fiber.

Optical data transmission in the automotive industry

High data transmission rates and reliability are advantages of optical data transmission systems in the automotive industry. Optical systems such as “Media Oriented Systems Transport”, or MOST for short, were introduced in the automotive sector around approximately 20 years ago. These older systems relied on polymer fibers as the physical layer for data transmission. In contrast, the new standards, such as the optical multi-gigabit Ethernet according to IEEE 802.3cz-2023, are based on glass fibers, which offer a higher bandwidth and lower losses.

ZF sees the following main advantages in the use of optical multi-gigabit Ethernet for the automotive industry:

1. High data transfer rates: The standard supports data transfer rates of 2.5 Gbit/s, 5 Gbit/s, 10 Gbit/s, 25 Gbit/s and 50 Gbit/s. These high speeds are crucial to cope with the growing volumes of data generated by modern applications such as autonomous driving (ADAS), infotainment (IVI) and networked services.

2. Increased transmission distance: The new standards enable a significantly greater transmission distance compared to older optical systems or copper-based data transmission systems used in automotive applications. Optical multi-gigabit Ethernet can transmit data over distances of up to 40 meters, which is suitable for both short- and long-distance applications in all types of vehicles.

3. Weight saving: Compared to copper cables, the use of fiber optics saves a significant amount of weight, which in turn helps to reduce fleet consumption.

4. Reliability and longevity: The use of optical fibers (OM3) in accordance with the IEEE 802.3cz-2023 standard improves the reliability and longevity of data transmission systems. Optical fibers are not susceptible to electromagnetic interference and offer stable data transmission even under extreme environmental conditions. Galvanically isolated data communication between different voltage levels can also be realized. They are also more resistant to wear, which enables long-term use.

5. Energy efficiency: Optical data transmission systems based on the IEEE 802.3cz-2023 standard are more energy efficient than conventional copper-based systems. They require less energy for data transmission, which leads to a reduction in overall energy consumption in the vehicle. This is particularly important for modern automobiles, where energy efficiency plays a critical role.

6. Scalable and future-proof: Optical multi-gigabit Ethernet is future-proof and scalable, as it is possible to upgrade new high-performance computers (HPCs), electronic control units (ECUs) and multi-domain computers (MDCs) to higher data transmission speeds without having to change the existing optical cabling components. This facilitates the integration of new technologies and functions in future vehicle generations and ensures the systems meet the increasing requirements.

7. Lower costs due to high production volumes: The OM3 optical fibers specified in the IEEE 802.3cz-2023 standard are widely used worldwide and are already being produced in large quantities. The current high production volumes of VCSELs (laser diodes) and photodiodes for use in the specified wavelengths are also very high. This leads to cost savings in production and makes the technology economically attractive for series use in the automotive industry.

8. Improved communication channels: Optical multi-gigabit Ethernet offers near-ideal communication channels with low physical layer complexity. This results in lower equalization complexity, no echo cancellation and therefore lower power consumption, lower latency and overall more cost-effective solutions. A specially dedicated operations, administration and maintenance (OAM) channel also ensures high reliability and efficient link management.