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Middle East Tensions May Push Gold Prices Higher Before Akshay Tritiya: Industry Prepares for Volatility

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GJC Announces 9th Edition of GJS April 2026 “Akshay Kala: The Eternal Art” and Unveils Its New Logo Mumbai : The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) stated that rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could lead to short-term volatility in global gold prices ahead of the Akshay Tritiya buying season, potentially influencing jewellery prices and consumer purchasing trends in India. Industry leaders noted that the Middle East, particularly Dubai, remains a key global hub for bullion trade and a major gateway for gold entering Asian markets, including India. Any escalation in the region could impact global bullion liquidity, disrupt supply chains, and influence price discovery. Despite potential price fluctuations, the Indian jewellery industry expects demand to remain steady, supported by the ongoing wedding season, strong cultural affinity for gold, and the growing presence of organised retail. Consumers are increasingly opting for lighter gold jewellery and dia...

Aza Fashions Hosts an Exclusive Showcase of designer Rocky S’s Summer Festive Collection

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16 March 2026, Mumbai : Luxury multi-designer destination Aza Fashions recently hosted an exclusive in-store showcase celebrating the launch of celebrated designer Rocky S’s Rocky Star Summer Festive Collection 2026 at its flagship store in Bandra, Mumbai. The intimate evening brought together fashion enthusiasts, loyal patrons, and members of the designer’s close circle for a special unveiling that celebrated craftsmanship, couture and the renewed creative partnership between the designer and the luxury retailer. The showcase marked a significant moment for both the designer and the brand, as Rocky Star returned to Aza in what he described as a meaningful “homecoming.” With deep roots in Mumbai and a long-standing association with the city’s fashion community, presenting his latest collection in Aza— added a special emotional resonance to the evening. The highlight of the evening was the unveiling of the collection, a soft, feminine and elegant festive edit designed specifically for ...

Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited’s Initial Public Offering to open on March 20, 2026, price band set at Rs 163 - Rs 172 per Equity Share

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Price band of Rs 163 – Rs 172 per Equity Share bearing face value of Rs 2 each (“Equity Shares”) Bid/Offer Opening Date –  March 20, 2026  and Bid/Offer Closing Date –  March 24, 2026 . The Anchor Investor Bid/Offer Period is one Working Day prior to the Bid/Offer Opening Date i.e.  Wednesday, March 18, 2026 . Minimum Bid Lot is 80 Equity Shares of face value of Rs. 2 each and in multiples of 80 Equity Shares of face value of Rs. 2 each thereafter. Mumbai,  March 16, 2026 :  Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited has fixed the price band of Rs  163/-  to Rs 172/- per Equity Share of face value Rs 2/- each for its maiden initial public offer. The Initial Public Offering (“IPO” or “Issue”) of the Company will open on  Friday, March 20, 2026 , for subscription and close on  Tuesday, March 24, 2026 . The Anchor Investor Bid/Offer Period is one Working Day prior to the Bid/Offer Opening Date i.e.  Wednesday, March 18, 2026 ...

Dr Priti Adani Leads Swabhimaan Programme’s Expansion to Empower 10 Lakh Women Entrepreneurs Across India

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The initiative aims to empower 10 lakh women entrepreneurs across India through livelihood and enterprise support. The first phase targets one lakh women in Maharashtra within the first year, creating new opportunities for grassroots entrepreneurs. The programme has already enabled over 4,500 women in Mumbai to build sustainable livelihoods through skills training, financial and digital literacy and enterprise support. Mumbai, 13 March 2026: As it approaches its 30th anniversary on 11 August 2026, the Adani Foundation, the social welfare and development arm of the Adani Group, has announced a major expansion of its flagship women’s empowerment initiative, Swabhimaan, with the goal of enabling 10 lakh women entrepreneurs across India. The announcement was made at “Swabhimaan – The Rise of She”, an event held at the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Mumbai on Thursday, where the programme’s growing impact on women’s livelihoods, entrepreneurship and financial independence...

GSP Crop Science Limited Raises Rs 120 Crore from Anchor Investors

Mumbai,  March 13, 2026 :  GSP Crop Science Limited, a research-driven agrochemical company, specializing in the development and manufacturing of insecticides, herbicides, fungicides and plant growth regulators in India, has garnered Rs 120 crore from anchor investors ahead of its initial public offering that opens for public subscription on  Monday, March 16, 2026 . The company informed the bourses that it allocated 37,50,000 equity shares at Rs 320 per share to anchor investors. Some of the marquee institutions that participated in the anchor include Shine Star Build Cap Pvt Ltd, Craft Emerging Market Fund PCC - Citadel Capital Fund and Craft Emerging Market Fund PCC - Elite Capital Fund. Equirus Capital Private Limited and Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors Limited are the book-running lead manager, and MUFG Intime India Private Limited is the registrar of the offer. IPO Details The IPO is a fresh issue for Rs 240 crore and an offer-for-sale for up to 5,000,000 shares b...

Pepsi® Welcomes Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda to the Pepsi Family

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  ~ The dynamic duo ushers in a fresh era for Pepsi®, celebrating the spirit of  today ’s generation ~ (Link to watch the film:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DV0IIB-TN_s/?igsh=aGYyd2Nvb3VncDhm ) National,  13 March, 2026   —  Pepsi®, one of the most iconic brands from the  house of PepsiCo India , has welcomed the country’s Gen Z icons  Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda  to the Pepsi family. The partnership marks the start of Pepsi’s newest pop culture chapter, with the duo set to headline the brand’s upcoming campaign. Ahead of the reveal, Ahaan and Aneet had the internet buzzing with speculation around their “biggest trailer yet”, but Pepsi® had other plans. In a cheeky twist, the reveal turned out to be a fully decked-out Pepsi® Vanity Trailer — a bait-and-switch that the internet quickly caught on to. Pepsi® has long been synonymous with youth culture and self-expression, defined by a challenger mindset and unapologetic energy. With Ahaan an...

Ed Cohen’s Latest Book “Worlds Apart: A True Story of Courage, Connection, and Change” Launched in India as Part of iKeva’s iGnite Leadership Series

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Mumbai,  March 13, 2026 : Worlds Apart:  A True Story of Courage, Connection, and Change, the latest book by  global leadership strategist, author, and advisor Ed Cohen ,  co-authored with Devi Boddu , was officially launched in India as part of iKeva’s leadership series – iGnite, an initiative that brings together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and members of the iKeva community to exchange ideas, share leadership insights, and build meaningful professional connections. Ed Cohen is internationally recognized for helping organizations build relationship-centered, high-performing cultures. Over a distinguished career spanning more than four decades, he has held senior leadership positions at global organizations including Amazon, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Tech Mahindra. He has also served as a trusted advisor to several leading companies such as Deloitte, Yahoo, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Western Union, AT&T, Barclays, and Xerox, contributing to the strategic growth...