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Mish Designs and Nykaa Fashion join forces for exclusive fashion line

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Mish Designs Limited has unveiled its latest collaboration with Nykaa Fashion, marking a step in expanding its retail presence. The collection is now available on Nykaa Fashion’s online platform, and the company has an exclusive space in the physical store located at Indiranagar, Bangalore.

The company stated that Nykaa Fashion, the fashion e-commerce branch of Nykaa, garnered widespread acclaim for its modern Western attire. This collaboration offers an opportunity to display its style and elegance within Nykaa Fashion’s recently established retail network.

Kaushal Goenka, co-founder at Mish, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Nykaa Fashion, a brand that shares our commitment to quality and innovation. This collaboration is an exciting leap into the world of retail, allowing us to connect with our audience in a more tangible way.”

The stocks experienced a 2.66% decline, reaching INR 129.95 at 2:28 pm on the BSE.

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Clear Premium Water expands portfolio with acquisition of Kelzai Volcanic Water

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Clear Premium Water has announced its acquisition of a majority share in Kelzai Volcanic Water, renowned for its unique natural mineral water derived from volcanic springs.

This acquisition marks a notable milestone for Clear Premium Water, signaling its commitment to expanding its product range and spearheading innovation in the bottled water sector.

“Our association with Kelzai Volcanic Water underscores our dedication to meeting the increasing demand for natural mineral water. With the strategic plant location, we aim to reach a broader audience, leveraging Clear’s expertise, extensive network, and KELZAI’s established brand identity. This alliance is set to transform KELZAI’s market presence, ensuring remarkable growth and establishing dominance in the luxury water segment. This partnership enhances our natural mineral water offerings, positioning us to deliver exceptional value and impeccable service to our customers,” said Nayan Shah, the visionary Founder & CEO of Clear Premium Water.

The surge in high-end dining and the advent of distinctive culinary experiences has heightened the demand for natural mineral water.

Kelzai is poised to elevate the dining experience in these exclusive venues, catering to a broader luxury clientele in cafes, restaurants, institutions, multiplexes, hotels, and similar settings.

According to the acquisition agreement, Energy Beverages Private Limited, the parent company of Clear Premium Water, will exclusively manage the distribution and marketing of Kelzai Volcanic Water.

Harnessing its robust network and extensive nationwide presence in India, this collaboration underscores a shared dedication to delivering premium natural mineral water.

It commits to exceptional service and endeavours to enhance the market presence of both Clear Premium Water and Kelzai Volcanic Water.

The partnership between Clear Premium Water and Kelzai Volcanic Water signifies a notable transformation in the industry, presenting a potent combination of expertise, innovation, and unwavering commitment to sustainability and excellence.

This collaboration seeks to captivate the market and reinforce Clear Premium Water’s position as a dominant force in the bottled water sector.

Kelzai Volcanic Water is available in eco-friendly PET bottles ranging from 200ml, 500ml, to 1 liter, as well as in glass bottles sized at 300ml, 500ml, and 750ml.

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FSCI’s data-driven approach aims to fill gaps in monitoring agriculture and food system progress

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The global assessment of food systems leading up to 2030, as recently released by The Food Systems Countdown to 2030 Initiative (FSCI), provides the first science-based monitoring to guide decision-makers in their efforts to bring about a comprehensive transformation of global agriculture and food systems.

This urgent transformation is necessary to diminish the environmental impact of these systems and alleviate the effects of climate change upon them.

The primary goal is to ensure that everyone, particularly those who are vulnerable, has fair access to nutritious diets through sustainable and resilient agriculture and food systems.

The UN Food Systems Summit spurred action in agriculture and food systems, yet policymakers frequently lack the necessary data to inform crucial decisions.

The FSCI has established a framework comprising 50 indicators to oversee global agriculture and food systems, utilizing existing data to facilitate prompt action. Repurposing existing data, instead of undertaking time-consuming new research, ensures that policymakers can swiftly access pertinent information.

Following this first global baseline, the FSCI will track agriculture and food systems annually until 2030, updating the framework as needed when new indicators or better data emerge.

Lawrence Haddad, executive director, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, said, “The first annual Countdown report shows that no single region has all the answers. Europe and North America do well on undernutrition but poorly on indicators of unhealthy diets. In contrast, Africa and South Asia do relatively well on some environmental indicators but poorly on indicators of livelihoods. The data show very clearly that every region has significant room for improvement.”

Agriculture and food systems are crucial in achieving all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, the SDGs alone are inadequate for monitoring these systems. The FSCI aims to bridge this gap.

The transformation of agriculture and food systems is imperative for countries to fulfill their Nationally Determined Contributions. However, this remains a developing discourse: agriculture and food systems had a limited role in climate negotiations at COP27. They gained more prominence at the recent COP28, where over 150 countries endorsed the Emirates Declaration on Sustainable Agriculture, Resilient Food Systems, and Climate Action. They pledged to integrate agriculture and food systems into their climate plans by 2025, signifying very encouraging progress.

Continue Exploring: Over 130 countries commit to reducing carbon emissions in worldwide food system at COP28

Mario Herrero, professor and director of the Food Systems & Global Change Program at Cornell University, said, “You can’t manage what you don’t measure. That’s why we need a monitoring system that shows strengths and weaknesses at national, regional and global levels across all parts of agriculture and food systems. And this complete picture highlights successes that provide valuable lessons for others.”

The FSCI indicator framework is designed for the worldwide monitoring of the transformation of agriculture and food systems. It also provides a selection of indicators that can be employed to formulate policies and actions, as well as to guide customized monitoring systems to address the specific needs of individual countries.

José Rosero Moncayo, director of the Statistics Division at United Nations FAO, commented, “We are at the beginning of the process and there are still gaps in the data that we need to fill to ensure we are effectively monitoring progress across all dimensions of agriculture and food systems. Filling those data gaps is a top priority for ourselves, and the global science and policy communities concerned about the future of agriculture and food systems.”

Kate Schneider, research scholar, Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies and lead author of the paper, said, “Better data is urgently needed to monitor progress in food safety, off-farm livelihoods tied to agriculture and food systems, food loss and waste, agriculture and food systems’ economic contributions, governance, and agriculture and food system resilience.”

She continued, “The state of food systems worldwide in the countdown to 2030” organises agriculture and food systems monitoring into five themes: diets, nutrition, and health; environment, natural resources, and production; livelihoods, poverty, and equity; governance; and resilience. Each theme contains three-to-five indicator domains that together provide a comprehensive picture of agriculture and food systems.

Jessica Fanzo, professor of Climate and Director of the Food for Humanity Initiative at Columbia Climate School, concluded, “There is a growing urgency to transform agriculture and food systems to support healthy diets in sustainable and equitable ways, and to protect the environment. Our research sets the stage for a data-driven approach to address the challenges and seize the opportunities to create a healthier, more equitable and sustainable future for all.”

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DPC Dash expands Domino’s Pizza presence across China with ten new store openings

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DPC Dash Ltd., the exclusive master franchisee for Domino’s Pizza in the China Mainland, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, and the Macau Special Administrative Region of China, is delighted to announce the grand opening of ten new stores in the region. These additions span eight new cities and have taken place over the past week.

This strategic expansion represents a noteworthy milestone for DPC Dash, introducing its delicious offerings to new customers in the Chinese mainland cities of Tangshan, Xi’an, Xiamen, Fuzhou, Changsha, Nantong, Yangzhou, and Hefei. All of the stores opened between December 23rd and 24th.

Significantly, the company is simultaneously opening two stores each in both Fuzhou and Nantong. In 2023, DPC Dash has already unveiled a total of 175 new stores for both new and existing consumers. As of December 26, DPC Dash directly operates 761 stores across 29 cities in the Chinese mainland.

The extension of DPC Dash outlets into these newfound cities corresponds with the Company’s commitment to providing Chinese consumers with delectable, cost-effective pizzas through online platforms, with a particular emphasis on delivery, bolstered by technological advancements.

Before the recent inaugurals, the company already secured nine out of the top 10 positions for the first 30-day sales among Domino’s stores worldwide. The novel outlets persistently set new sales records. The establishments in Xi’an and Changsha, both recently inaugurated, have shattered Single Day Sales records among DPC Dash stores in China, while other outlets are also demonstrating outstanding performance.

“We are thrilled for the new store openings and DPC Dash’s expansion to eight more new cities,” stated Aileen Wang, director and chief executive officer of DPC Dash. “This expansion represents an exciting milestone for our company as we bring our exceptional food and outstanding service to new communities. It is encouraging to witness the overwhelming passion and enthusiasm our valued customers have shown for our food and brand as we expand into new cities. I am incredibly grateful to our dedicated staff who have worked tirelessly to create spectacular openings, delivering outstanding food and service to our cherished customers. Our expansion in China is on the right track, and we continue to strengthen our development capabilities in regards to both menu and technology.”

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Cosy Box opens its second Mumbai outpost, promising epicurean delights

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Cosy Box, the designated culinary collaborator of the Cannes Film Festival, is all set to extend its hospitality to the residents of Mumbai.

Founded by restaurateur Aashish Begwani, Cosy Box stands as a visionary venture in the business world.

“With the launch of Cosy Box at Lodha World Tower in mumbai our aim is to craft an ambiance where each visit unfurls as a gastronomic journey, where every meal and every cocktail shares its distinctive narrative, allowing our patrons to relish extraordinary moments, whether it’s the sun-kissed hours of lunch or the vibrant nights of lively nightlife. We’re thrilled to bring this culinary adventure to life,” said Aashish Begwani, the Founder of Cosy Box.

The menu at Cosy Box encompasses a diverse range of culinary styles, including Mediterranean, European, Oriental, and Modern Indian.

From petite servings of seafood and seasonal vegetables grilled live on Japanese robata grills to the captivating Turkish flaming trolley that turns dining into an extraordinary experience, Cosy Box aspires to redefine the dining scene in Mumbai.

The Asian selection offers a varied range of cherished dishes from Korea, China, Indonesia, and Japan. Turkish and Indian offerings bring richness and warmth, featuring an array of kebabs, platters, koftes, and flamboyant specialties.

The skilled mixologists have crafted an experience encapsulated in every glass, presenting a celebration of flavors.

From daytime selections such as the “Nobody Knows” to evening favorites like the “On Your Knees” and “Showstopper,” the bar menu guides patrons on a journey through inventive concoctions.

During Communion/Aperitivo hours, patrons can indulge in cocktails such as the “Valentino Fizz” and “Moschino Berry,” creating the perfect ambiance for an evening enriched by tempting Tequila & Tonic blends and a cinematic immersion with the Barrel-Aged selection.

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Credo Brands Marketing shares make muted debut on stock exchanges, mark nearly 1% gain

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Shares of Credo Brands Marketing Ltd, the owner of the renowned denim brand Mufti, marked a modest entry into the market on Wednesday. They were listed with a marginal gain of nearly 1 percent against the issue price of INR 280.

The shares were listed at INR 282, reflecting a 0.71 percent increase from the issue price on the BSE. Subsequently, it regained lost ground and surged by 6.71 percent to reach INR 298.80.

On the NSE, the stock premiered at INR 282.35, registering a gain of 0.83 percent.

The company’s market capitalization stood at INR 1,834.21 crore in the morning trading session.

The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Credo Brands Marketing was oversubscribed by 51.85 times on Thursday, the final day of the subscription period.

The INR 549.77-crore initial share offering, comprising 1,96,34,960 equity shares, was priced in the range of INR 266 to INR 280 per share.

Credo Brands’ public offering constituted an Offer For Sale (OFS) of a maximum of 1.96 crore shares by promoters and other existing shareholders.

Credo Brands Marketing stands as one of the prominent indigenous brands in the mid-premium and premium segments of the casual men’s wear market in the country.

As of September, the company boasted 1,807 touchpoints nationwide, encompassing 404 exclusive brand outlets, 71 large-format stores, and 1,332 multi-brand outlets.

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KOKO makes its debut in Bengaluru, redefining the city’s dining landscape

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KOKO has made its mark in Bengaluru’s culinary landscape with its innovative Cantonese and Japanese cuisine, accompanied by exceptional beverages.

It is located in close proximity to Leela Palace Bengaluru and Prestige Leela Residences on Old Airport Road.

“KOKO in Cantonese means ‘grand’ or ‘grandoise’ and our vision is to bring a luxurious Asian dining experienceto Bengaluru by transcending the confines of traditional five-star dinner affair.Our pride lies in curating an unparalleled culinary journey, where exceptional food, artisanal cocktails, and an enchanting ambience converge seamlessly within the dynamic landscape of Bengaluru’s culinary scene,” said Ryan & Keenan Tham, the Founders of Pebble Street Hospitality.

KOKO offers a varied range of Cantonese and Japanese delicacies meticulously curated by Chef Eric Sifu.

From well-known delicacies such as the KOKO Signature Non-Veg Roll, Black Rice Edamame Roll, Hamachi Maki, Lobster & Caviar Dumpling, and Hamachi Yellow Tail Carpaccio to the indulgent Lobster Truffle Wonton, the delightful KOKO Black Cod, the tempting Crispy Pork Belly, and the unique Edamame Black Rice with Black Garlic.

Enhancing the gastronomic experience is KOKO’s enchanting bar collection, featuring distinctive drinks such as KOKO Negroni, Tom Yum Cup, Funky Buddha, Miso Caliente, and Muztagh Pass.

The ambiance and arrangement of KOKO provide a bespoke dining experience immersed in opulent comfort.

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Victoria’s Secret unveils second Pune store at Kopa Mall

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American intimate apparel brand Victoria’s Secret has launched its second store in Pune, as announced by the international retailer Apparel Group on Tuesday. Situated at Kopa Mall, this new outlet marks the sixth store for the brand in India.

Victoria’s Secret has collaborated with Apparel Group India for its operations in the country.

“We are excited to announce the opening of Victoria’s Secret’s most recent store at The KOPA, Pune,” stated the LinkedIn account of Apparel Group while posting images of the new store.

The brand launched its first store in Pune at Phoenix Mall of the Millennium in November 2023.

Continue Exploring: Victoria’s Secret sets foot in Pune: Unveils its first store in Phoenix Mall

The global chain made its first appearance in India in 2021 through its e-commerce platform, offering fragrances, beauty, and personal care products.

In 2022, it established its physical presence in the country by opening its flagship store at Palladium Mall in Mumbai and, subsequently, another store at Ambience Mall in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.

Founded in 1977 by brothers Roy and Gaye Raymond, the American lingerie, clothing, and beauty retailer Victoria’s Secret now has a global presence, boasting approximately 1,360 retail stores across 70 countries, according to its official website.

Based in Dubai, UAE, Apparel Group is a global retail giant in the fashion and lifestyle sector. With over 2,025 stores spanning more than 14 countries, the company represents and markets over 80 brands. Among them are well-known global names like Beverly Hills Polo Club, Bath & Body Works, Tim Hortons, Tommy Hilfiger, Nine West, Call it Spring, Charles & Keith, Inglot, La Senza, and R&B Fashion.

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Adidas expands presence with new store at Urban Square Mall in Udaipur

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The German clothing brand Adidas has opened its latest store at the Urban Square Mall in Udaipur, as mentioned in a statement by the Bhumika Group, the entity overseeing the mall, on Tuesday.

The recently opened store covers an area of 1,278 sq. ft. and features a stadium-style design. It presents a carefully selected assortment of high-quality sports shoes, sportswear, activewear, and accessories.

“We are thrilled to bring this iconic brand to our mall, enhancing the overall shopping experience for our visitors. The carefully curated selection of premium sportswear and footwear aligns seamlessly with our commitment to offering the best in class to our customers,” said Uddhav Poddar, Managing Director, Bhumika Group.

Founded in 1949, Adidas took its first steps into the Indian market in 1989 by forming a licensing agreement with the footwear brand Bata. Following that, the brand made a return to India in 1996 through a joint venture with Magnum International Trading Company Ltd.

In 2021, Adidas opened its first flagship store in India situated at Connaught Place, Delhi. Remarkably, in November 2022, the sports brand achieved another milestone by revealing its largest flagship store in India to date, covering 6,800 sq. ft., located in Select CityWalk Mall, New Delhi.

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Daily Beer takes the spotlight as main beverage partner for 2023 Seoul Con

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The Daily Beer Co. Ltd, a promising SME certified as a “Hi-Seoul Enterprise” by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, will serve as the primary beverage partner at the “2023 Seoul Con,” the world’s first global influencer expo organized by the Seoul Business Agency (SBA).

Set to span three days from December 30 to January 1 at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, the “2023 Seoul Con” stands as the world’s leading influencer expo centred on content, beauty, and fashion, spotlighting Seoul’s allure on a global scale and generating economic value. The participating influencers boast a collective subscriber count of 3 billion, with an anticipated viewership of at least 500 million for the special New Year celebration in Seoul.

Daily Beer, representing the foremost beer platform in South Korea, is actively engaged as the primary beverage partner in the “2023 Seoul Con.” A notable feature of the event is the exclusive craft beer named “Oh! Seoul! IPA,” meticulously brewed specifically for this occasion.

The “Oh! Seoul! IPA” is a crafted beer produced using wild yeast collected last summer from the renowned pine trees of Mt. Namsan in Seoul, courtesy of the enzyme-specialized research firm Biocraft. This IPA is distinguished by a rejuvenating pine needle fragrance and delicate floral undertones, featuring an alcohol content of 5.5%. Despite its robust potency, the invigorating aroma and seamless finish are poised to enhance the ambiance of the 2023 Seoul Con.

The “Oh! Seoul IPA” is uniquely crafted and is available at the Daily Beer pop-up booth during the 2023 Seoul Con. Additionally, there is an opportunity for attendees to partake in a complimentary four-cut photo session with friends upon purchasing beer at the Daily Beer pop-up booth.

A representative from Daily Beer expressed joy in taking part in this event that showcases the allure of Seoul to the global audience. The spokesperson also conveyed that their brand is committed to spotlighting top-notch craft beer crafted with yeast harvested directly from Mt. Namsan, aiming to spearhead Korea’s beer culture.

Daily Beer Co. Ltd, the leading Craft Beer and Chicken Chain in South Korea, manages an extensive network of over 250 stores across the nation, comprising 45 directly operated establishments. The company collaborates with over 50 local breweries to provide a distinctive and high-caliber range of craft beers.

On December 20, Daily Beer was honored with the “Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Award” in recognition of its contributions to the advancement of the franchise industry and the domestic craft beer sector.

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