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CHENNAI, INDIA-  Freshara Agro Exports Limited has moved forward with a key international growth initiative, underscoring its focus on expanding across global agri-food markets.In line with a Board decision taken on December 22, 2025, the Company has approved the acquisition of 100% equity stake in two Spain-based Special Purpose Vehicles—Conservas Selectas Españolas, S.L. and Gandin Invest, S.L.—as informed to the National Stock Exchange in accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations.The proposed acquisitions are intended to support Freshara’s entry into the European market by creating a presence in Spain and broadening access to key export destinations, forming an integral part of the Company’s international expansion plans, subject to completion within the disclosed tim...

Across India’s digital ecosystem, memes - once considered fleeting internet humour, are finding a second life in fashion. Viral phrases, relatable jokes, and internet-native “brainrot” expressions are being translated into wearable products, signalling a shift in how culture, commerce, and community intersect.This trend reflects a broader change in consumer behaviour, particularly among younger audiences. Instead of buying clothing solely for brand value or aesthetics, many consumers are choosing apparel that mirrors their online identity: humour, opinions, and shared cultural moments included.From Feed to FabricIndia’s meme culture has matured rapidly over the last decade. Pages built around word-play humour, daily-life satire, coming-of-age struggles, startup culture, and pop-culture com...

The Last Mega Franchise Expo of 2025 Sets a Powerful Tone for India’s Entrepreneurial FutureAhmedabad, Gujarat | 28 December 2025Closing the year on a historic and high-impact note, Franchise Batao, in association with Allso Group as the co-organizer, successfully hosted the Franchise Expo & Awards 2025 at the prestigious Shree Balaji Agora Mall. Recognized as the final and most significant franchise expo of 2025, the event brought together business, branding, knowledge systems, and future-ready entrepreneurship on one powerful platform.The expo witnessed an impressive turnout of 300+ visitors, participation from 20+ entrepreneurs, discussions around 100+ business and franchise ideas, and the presence of more than 20 brands from diverse industries. Entrepreneurs, investors, and aspirin...

India ITME Awards Winner 2025 with Jury & Guest of HonoursMumbai, December 31, 2025: India International Textile Machinery Exhibitions Society (India ITME Society) marked a significant milestone for the textile engineering sector with the 3rd edition of ITME Technical Awards 2025, at a high-level industry gathering in Mumbai. Led by Mr. Ketan Sanghvi, Chairman & Member of the Steering Committee of India ITME Society, the event brought together senior industry leaders, policymakers, academicians’ technologists and Ms. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, IA & AS, Chief Executive Officer, Khadi & Village Industries Commission, Government of India, underscoring the growing national focus on innovation, skills and advanced manufacturing in textiles. Speaking at the launch, Mr. Ketan Sanghvi, ...

Lax Cinema is a Netherlands-based film distribution and cultural platform dedicated to bringing Indian cinema to European audiences. Founded and led by cultural entrepreneur Soeniel Sewnarain, the company has become a key bridge between the Indian film industry and the diverse Indian diaspora across Europe and Suriname.For more than two decades, Lax Cinema has operated at the intersection of film distribution, cultural diplomacy and community engagement. The company has successfully opened new exhibition markets for Indian films in the Netherlands, Belgium and beyond, working closely with major cinema chains, independent theatres, producers and cultural institutions.Rooted in entrepreneurship and cross-cultural collaboration, Lax Cinema goes beyond traditional distribution. Its activities ...

India’s love affair with handcrafted design has found a devoted storyteller in Rangreli — a brand that started as a humble home-studio experiment and has now become a national reference point for artistic name plates. With thousands of homes choosing a Rangreli piece to mark their entrances, the brand today stands as a symbol of India’s creative resurgence and its commitment to the Make in India movement.From the very beginning, Rangreli has represented more than products. It represents people — Indian artists, craft-driven entrepreneurs, and the country’s cultural identity interpreted through paint, pattern, and personalization. And now, this homegrown brand is gearing up for its next big chapter: bringing its signature handmade touch from the doorway to every corner of the home.The Artis...

New Delhi, December 31, 2025 – Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Limited (“Axis Max Life”/ “Company”), has launched the Axis Max Life High Growth Fund II (SFIN: ULIF04117/12/25HIGHGROWTH104). This actively managed, midcap-focused equity fund will be open from 31 December 2025 to 15 January 2026, and will be available through select ULIP products.The New Fund Offer (NFO) is designed to capitalize on India’s structural growth story, providing investors with an opportunity for long-term capital appreciation through high-conviction stock picking. In an era of evolving market dynamics and short-term volatility, the High Growth Fund II aims to provide a robust vehicle for wealth creation. The fund will primarily target mid-capitalization companies, lev...

Luxury evolves slowly. Culture evolves suddenly.The rare moments when both shift at the same time create space for a different kind of brand, one that does not follow the market but defines it.Today, that brand is Xokatoz, and the force behind it is Nihar Naresh Negandhi, a founder rewriting how the world experiences chocolate.Xokatoz is not built on cocoa percentages, factories, or formulas.Xokatoz is built on feeling.And that is where its magic begins.How Nihar Negandhi Turned Emotion Into a Business ModelAsk Nihar Negandhi what Xokatoz truly is, and he won’t mention ingredients.He speaks about moments, memories, and mood, the raw material behind every Xokatoz creation.He says,“Chocolate ends. Feeling doesn’t. I’m not building a product. I’m building memory.”In the luxury space, this is ...

Born from the legacy of BagMaker, the manufacturer, a trusted name in fashion craftsmanship since 1992. Registered under the parent company Parul Handicraft Pvt. Ltd., Boho Girl represents the brand’s evolution into a modern, design-forward label for today’s women. Bringing a revolution in fashion industry. What began as in-house initiative with BagMaker to create premium, artistic accessories has grown into a full-fledged lifestyle brand celebrated for its handcrafted designer bags for women, distinctive detailing, and expressive boho-chic aesthetic. With every piece designed and produced inside BagMaker’s expert manufacturing ecosystem, Boho Girl blends heritage artistry with contemporary style. Offering uniquely designed & handcrafted designer bags & dresses for women that feel ...

In a rapidly evolving India, where education and innovation define the future, GoBTZ Synergy LLP stands as a beacon of purpose-driven transformation. With a deep-rooted commitment to social equity, quality education, and sustainable development, GoBTZ has emerged as a nationally respected organization impacting lives across 17+ states and touching over one million beneficiaries, including 20,000+ students and educators within just three years of its journey.A Trusted Institution with National RecognitionGoBTZ Synergy LLP is recognized for its strong governance, quality standards, and ethical operations. The organization is:DPIIT – Startup India RecognizedISO 9001:2015 CertifiedISO 2999 / 29993 Certified (Learning Services Quality Standards)CMMI Level 1 CertifiedCE CertifiedClass 9 Trademar...