Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the Responsible Jeweller and one of the world’s largest and most trusted jewellery retailers, hosted a grand unveiling of its latest natural diamond collection – ‘NUWA by Mine Diamonds‘ – at an exclusive, invite-only event held at JW Marriott, Mumbai on 13th July, 2025.

L to R: Shalin Shailesh Shah, Executive Director – MBMG, Nimrat Kaur, Nikhita Tandon, Fanzeem Ahamed, Retail Expansion & Regional Head – West – Malabar Gold & Diamonds

The highlight of the evening was a stunning runway presentation featuring 8 models adorned in NUWA pieces, with celebrity showstopper Nimrat Kaur bringing the collection’s spirit to life. Adding to the allure of the evening was a creative collaboration with renowned fashion designer Nikhita Tandon. Her specially curated western couture ensembles were crafted to complement the elegance of the NUWA collection.

The NUWA campaign, fronted by Bollywood icon and brand ambassador Kareena Kapoor Khan, celebrates the strength, elegance, and versatility of today’s woman. With the tagline #ShineOutLoud, the campaign encourages women to embrace their bold individuality through designs that speak for themselves.

Commenting on the launch of the collection, MP Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group said, “Further building on the theme of abstract and contemporary forms and the resilience of modern women, our latest NUWA collection redefines versatility to match every mood, occasion, and ensemble, while also redefining luxury – grand in design, yet light in feel.”

Inspired by modern silhouettes, abstract designs with a contemporary edge, NUWA collection boasts of innovative designs such as 2-in-1 rings, zipper-inspired necklaces, modern earring styles, rotating bangles, etc. The collection also has intricately designed Italian chains, adding timeless elegance. At accessible price points, the collection is available at all our 400+ Malabar Gold & Diamonds showrooms across the world.

Each piece in the Nuwa collection is thoughtfully conceived and meticulously crafted at Malabar’s state-of-the-art diamond design studio in Mumbai. Every natural diamond above 0.30 ct used in NUWA and each piece of jewellery undergo a two-way certification process, ensuring that Malabar Gold & Diamonds delivers the highest quality to its customers.

With a global footprint of over 400 showrooms across 13 countries-including India, the Middle East, the Far East, the USA, the UK, Canada, and Australia-Malabar Gold & Diamonds is renowned for its wide-ranging collections, exceptional quality, and customer-centric approach. Backed by a dedicated team of 25,000 multilingual employees across 26 countries, the brand has served over 15 million satisfied customers worldwide.

Renowned for its unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, Malabar upholds its signature Malabar Promises-a suite of customer-first benefits including transparent pricing with detailed cost breakdowns, lifetime free maintenance across all global showrooms, and 100% exchange value for old gold and diamonds.

Every piece of jewellery is 100% HUID-compliant, ensuring full transparency and authenticity. Certified diamonds undergo a rigorous 28-point quality check, and each purchase is protected with one year of complimentary insurance.

As a responsible jeweller, Malabar Gold & Diamonds leads with integrity. The brand guarantees ethically sourced gold and diamonds through verified, authorised channels. Backed by international certifications and strict quality control, Malabar ensures every creation meets the highest standards of craftsmanship and conscience.

Beyond business, the Malabar Group is deeply rooted in giving back – contributing 5% of its profits towards CSR initiatives focused on education, healthcare, housing, environmental sustainability, hunger eradication, and women empowerment.

About Malabar Gold & Diamonds
Malabar Gold & Diamonds was established in 1993 and is the flagship company of Malabar Group, a leading diversified Indian business conglomerate. With an annual turnover of USD $7.36 billion, the company is currently the 5th largest jewellery retailer globally and the 19th ranked brand in Deloitte’s Luxury Goods World Ranking. They have a strong retail network of over 400 showrooms spread across 13 countries in addition to multiple offices, design centres, wholesale units, and factories spread across India, the Middle East, the Far East, the USA, the UK, Canada & Australia. Malabar Gold & Diamonds also features an online showroom www.malabargoldanddiamonds.com providing customers with the opportunity to purchase their favourite jewellery at any time and on any day from the comfort of their homes.

ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) and CSR have been the primary commitments of the group since its inception. The key focus areas of the Malabar Group are Health, Housing, Hunger Free World, Education, Environment and Women empowerment, integrating the principles of responsibility and sustainability into its core business.

In a noteworthy development within the diamond jewelry sector, SWA Diamonds, a brand originating from Kerala, the ‘gold capital of India’, is making a strong statement with its unwavering commitment to sourcing and selling only 100% natural diamonds. This policy comes at a time when the market is witnessing a significant influx of lab-grown diamonds, raising questions about the inherent value and properties traditionally associated with these precious stones.

SWA Diamonds Stands Firm on 100% Natural Diamonds Amid Surge in Lab-Grown Alternatives

With a substantial retail footprint of over 30 strategically located stores across key cities in India and the UAE, SWA Diamonds is poised for significant growth, signaling a clear ambition for global expansion. Unlike many who have embraced the trend of man-made lab-grown stones, the company has maintained an exclusive focus on providing 100% natural diamonds, thereby extending the availability of these rare treasures to a broader global clientele.

While lab-grown diamonds initially captured attention with a price point around half that of natural diamonds, their value has significantly depreciated, now often selling for as little as 20% of a comparable natural diamond. Lab-grown diamonds witness a rapid decline in value, with projections suggesting they could drop to as low as 2% of the value of natural diamonds due to the increasing ease and scale of manufacturing. As production becomes more widespread and cost-effective, the rarity and perceived exclusivity that define diamond value are significantly diminished. This stark decline underscores the fundamental difference: natural diamonds are finite, rare treasures born of the earth with ever-increasing value and long-term investment potential, while lab-grown diamonds, being manufactured, lack this inherent scarcity.

SWA Diamonds dedication to excellence and innovation has also garnered international recognition through the Guinness World Record for creating the largest number of diamonds set in a ring.

Interestingly, in the Indian context, “Swa” translates to “self” or “ones own,” perfectly reflecting the unique and authentic nature of each diamond they offer.

Adding his perspective, Mr. Abdul Gafur Anadiyan, Director, SWA Diamonds, stated that SWA Diamonds offers nature’s luxury that is affordable and within reach to customers both online and offline.

About SWA Diamonds

Originating from CAPESTONE Ventures Pvt Ltd, a leading wholesale diamond jeweller, SWA Diamonds www.swadiamonds.com offers a wide range of unique and charming 100% natural diamond designs at affordable prices, maintaining international quality standards.

With growing scrutiny around the quality and reliability of generic medicines in India, Medkart, Gujarat’s largest generic-first pharmacy chain, is stepping forward to assure patients that affordability does not mean compromise. In response to increasing consumer concerns, the company has reinforced its Medkart Assured program-rooted in audit-based sourcing, Schedule M compliance, and continuous recertification.

Medkart audit team ensuring WHO-GMP and Schedule M compliance for Assuring quality

“Price matters-but quality is non-negotiable. Medkart ensures every medicine on our shelves not only saves you money but also meets India’s highest manufacturing and safety standards,” said Ankur Agarwal, Co-founder of Medkart.

The Generic Dilemma: Cost vs. Confidence

India’s generic drug market, valued at over USD 24 billion as per Invest India, continues to face consumer trust issues domestically. A 2025 study published in the European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology reported that patients often harbour doubts about the safety and effectiveness of generics, particularly in oncology and cardiovascular segments. The study emphasizes that inconsistent communication by healthcare providers and a lack of robust manufacturer-level visibility are key barriers to trust. Moreover, WHO-backed reviews have highlighted that enforcement of quality regulations-especially in smaller manufacturing units-is uneven, contributing to a fragmented trust ecosystem. These systemic challenges, combined with low awareness and historical overreliance on branded drugs, reinforce the incorrect perception that affordability comes at the cost of efficacy.

What Is Schedule M-and Why It Matters

To combat this, Medkart has aligned all its procurement processes with Schedule M of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act-a stringent regulatory guideline that specifies Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for pharmaceutical production. Schedule M, as outlined by the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (Schedule M-1 Guidelines), covers standards for equipment, hygiene, storage, testing, and documentation-ensuring that every medicine manufactured is traceable and safe for consumption.

Medkart Assured: Going Beyond Certification

Medkarts multi-layered quality assurance process includes:

• Plant Audits: Medkart independently conducts regular plant audits of all partnered manufacturers to ensure international quality norms.

• Compulsory Dual Testing: Quality checks are run twice on all products at NABL accredited third-party labs to monitor consistency.

• Medkart Assured Tag: Only after passing all quality thresholds is a product marked “Medkart Assured” in-store and online.

“We’ve built Medkart Assured so patients never have to choose between affordability and safety,” said Parasharan Chari, Co-founder of Medkart. “Our commitment to Schedule M compliance, independent audits, and third-party testing gives consumers confidence that every medicine they take is backed by rigorous validation.”

Raising the Bar on Public Trust

In an ecosystem where trust is as important as pricing, Medkart’s dual focus on education and assurance is helping reshape public opinion. The Medkart app includes a powerful Medicine-to-Medicine comparison tool, enabling users to make informed decisions with ease. Pharmacists are trained not just to dispense but to explain quality differences and clear doubts.

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Patients deserve affordability without anxiety. Visit www.medkart.in or download the Medkart App on-Play Store or App Store to compare medicines, upload prescriptions, and order Medkart Assured medicines-generic, yes, but never second best.

Moglix, one of Asia’s largest B2B e-commerce and supply chain technology companies, has announced the inauguration of its greenfield bitumen processing facility under DRG Industries, the manufacturing arm of Moglix. Located in Kosi Kalan, Mathura, the facility is set to commence commercial production in July 2025. This marks a strategic step in Moglix’s commitment to powering India’s infrastructure transformation with future-ready, sustainable materials.

Rahul Garg, CEO & Founder, Moglix at the DRG Bitumen Plant

India’s vision of Viksit Bharat hinges on developing infrastructure that is not only expansive but also durable, safe, and sustainable. With the world’s second-largest road network, the next frontier for India lies in enhancing road quality and longevity-while simultaneously addressing environmental impact and safety.

Road safety remains a national priority. As the country targets a significant reduction in road-related incidents by 2030, materials that deliver long-term surface integrity and reduce deterioration risks are essential. Moglix’s entry into bitumen manufacturing is anchored in this vision of building safer, smarter roads.

Through DRG Industries, Moglix will produce a new generation of value-added, high-performance bitumen products-including polymer-modified bitumen, microsurfacing-grade emulsions, and hard binders. These solutions are engineered to extend road life, minimize maintenance cycles, and reduce total carbon footprint.

One of the facility’s key offerings-microsurfacing-is globally recognized for sealing surface cracks, improving road friction, and increasing durability. When compared to traditional resurfacing, microsurfacing can double pavement life while reducing carbon emissions by up to 44%.

To further localize innovation, Moglix is investing in indigenous R&D to develop bitumen solutions tailored to India’s diverse terrain, traffic patterns, and climate zones.

Rahul Garg, Founder & CEO, Moglix, said, “Our roads are the veins of Viksit Bharat. Building them stronger and smarter requires materials that are not only durable but sustainable. DRG Industries is our commitment to building roads that last longer, perform better, and serve more-with responsibility at the core.”

Spread across 3.5 acres, the DRG Industries facility integrates advanced Denimotech mills, fully automated processing lines, and a dedicated in-house R&D center. With an installed monthly processing capacity of over 28,000 MT, the facility positions Moglix as a key player in India’s evolving bitumen ecosystem.

The facility uses biomass-fueled, carbon-neutral high-efficiency boilers equipped with scrubber systems and filter bags, making the heating process significantly more sustainable and aligned with Moglix’s ESG roadmap.

Strategically located to serve northern and central India, the plant will support infrastructure projects across Uttar Pradesh, NCR, Bihar, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir, and also cater to export markets such as Nepal.

In addition to bolstering India’s infrastructure ambitions, the facility is expected to generate local employment and strengthen the regional SME ecosystem through vendor and contractor partnerships.

As a greenfield project, DRG Industries exemplifies Moglix’s capability to design, develop, and operationalize industrial infrastructure that is scalable, sustainable, and aligned with national priorities. The company plans to expand its bitumen manufacturing footprint across India.

About Moglix
Moglix is one of Asia’s leading B2B commerce companies, transforming how manufacturing and infrastructure businesses manage procurement and supply chain operations. With a digital-first approach, Moglix provides integrated solutions across sourcing, financing, logistics, and technology to enable greater efficiency and cost optimization.

Founded in 2015, Moglix serves over 1,000 large enterprises and 3,000+ factories across sectors such as automotive, energy, metals, chemicals, and infrastructure. The company has built a strong ecosystem of suppliers and logistics partners, streamlining procurement across 50+ industrial categories.

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Far East Hospitality has announced its continued expansion in Japan with the introduction of the Far East Village brand in Osaka. The openings of Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Namba South, and Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Honmachi, represent a significant milestone in the Groups growth strategy – to double its footprint to 2,000 rooms within the next five years across Japans key gateway cities of Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Fukuoka.

“Far East Hospitalitys expansion into Osaka is a pivotal step towards our five-year goal of expanding to 2,000 rooms in Japan. We are focused on strengthening the Far East Village brand in the countrys key cities, particularly those with vibrant business and leisure appeal. Were excited to embrace the richness of Japans culture and bring our Live Like a Local philosophy to life, inviting travellers to engage meaningfully with what Japan has to offer. To fulfil this, were pleased to partner Anglo Capital Group as they expand into Osaka. With our combined expertise and commitment to authentic hospitality, we look forward to delivering memorable guest experiences and unlocking full potential of these properties,” said Mr. Mark Rohner, Chief Operating Officer of Far East Hospitality.

Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Honmachi

“Our entry into the Osaka market through the acquisition of two centrally located hotels and our partnership with Far East Hospitality for their management marks an exciting milestone in the continued growth of our hotel portfolio. Osakas dynamic tourism landscape and strategic location make it an ideal addition to our expanding presence in Japan. We look forward to working with Far East Hospitality to deliver exceptional guest experiences and further strengthen our footprint in key locations across Japan,” said Benjamin Cho, Principal of Anglo Fortune Capital Group.

Accelerating Growth in Japan
Far East Hospitality made its entry into Japan in July 2020 with the opening of Far East Village Hotel Tokyo Ariake, followed by Far East Village Hotel Yokohama in June 2021. Despite global travel restrictions due to the pandemic, the Group maintained expansion momentum, opening its third property in 2023, Far East Village Hotel Tokyo Asakusa. With these two new Osaka hotels, Far East Hospitality is now operating five hotels in five years since its entry into Japan.

These milestone openings reaffirm the Groups commitment to delivering purpose-driven, culturally grounded hospitality while expanding its regional presence in a competitive and high-potential market.

Confidence in a Rebounding Market
Japans tourism sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience and recovery since the pandemic. In Tokyo alone, international visitor arrivals between January and October 2023 were approximately 12 times higher, exceeding pre-pandemic levels by over 34%⁽¹⁾. The rebound continued into 2024, with Japan welcoming a record-breaking 36.9 million international visitors, a 47.1% increase from 2023.⁽²⁾

This strong performance has fuelled Far East Hospitalitys optimism to scale in Japan, where rising inbound demand and evolving traveller preferences of personalised, authentic, and meaningful experiences when choosing travel destinations⁽³⁾ align closely with the Groups offerings.

Live Like a Local in the Heart of Osaka
Suitable for both leisure and business travellers, Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Namba South is a 77-room hotel located in the vibrant Oku-Namba neighbourhood, just south of Osakas bustling Namba district. Within walking distance of key attractions like Namba Yasaka Shrine and Dotonbori, the hotels proximity to Daikokucho and Namba Stations also provides seamless access to the wider Kansai region.

Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Honmachi has 165 rooms, and serves as an ideal gateway to Osakas blend of modernity and rich cultural heritage. Situated in the central business district of Chuo-ku, just steps from the iconic Osaka Castle, the hotel offers easy access to popular landmarks such as Osaka-jo Park and the historic Minami district.

Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Namba South

Delivering Purposeful Hospitality
Far East Hospitality offers distinct experiences through personalised service that sets it apart in its category. By fostering a culture of genuine care, attention to detail, and using positive feedback to empower staff, guests are ensured that every stay is thoughtful and memorable. The Village brands signature Live Like a Local philosophy encourages guests to immerse themselves into each destinations cultural fabric, whether through everyday interactions with neighbourhood shops and eateries or specially curated activities.

Guests can explore Osaka with its signature Village Passport, an exclusive and curated insider guide featuring local tips on attractions, dining and exciting experiences around the area. These locally rooted touchpoints create meaningful stays that reflect the character of each precinct.

To learn more about Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Namba South or Far East Village Hotel Osaka, Honmachi, please visit www.fareasthospitality.com/en/hotelscountry=Japan

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(1)
Japan National Tourism Organisation, www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/japan-saw-record-279-mln-visitors-february-due-lunar-new-year-boost-2024-03-19/

(2)
Nippon.com, www.nippon.com/en/japan-data/h02262/

(3)
American Express, www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/discover/get-inspired/global-travel trends

About Village Hotels & Residences

The Village brand by Far East Hospitality reveals the unique charm and colourful personality of the locale in which each Village property is situated.

Manifesting the ideals of Eat, Play, and Explore like a local, Village plays the role of a guide encouraging guests to embark on adventures through Singapores vibrant precincts to discover what truly means to Live like a Local. This provides guests with a refreshing and exciting experience no matter the location of the property they choose to visit. Whether guests are looking for authentic culinary delights or hunting for cultural gems, theres something for everyone staying at Village.

For more information, please visit www.villagehotels.asia.

About Far East Hospitality

Far East Hospitality Holdings Pte Ltd (Far East Hospitality) is an international hospitality owner and operator with a diverse portfolio of 10 unique and complementary brands of hotels, serviced residences and apartment hotels, including Oasia, Quincy, Rendezvous, Village, Far East Collection, A by Adina, Adina Hotels, Vibe Hotels, Travelodge Hotels and Collection by TFE Hotels.

Far East Hospitality owns more than 10 hospitality assets and operates a combined portfolio of more than 17,000 rooms under its management across over 100 hotels and serviced residences in 10 countries – Australia, Austria, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and Switzerland, with more in its development pipeline. In 2024, the group ranked amongst the top 100 hotel companies by HotelsMag.

Far East Hospitality is a 70-30 joint venture formed in 2013 between Far East Orchard Limited (a listed company under Far East Organization) and The Straits Trading Company Limited. In the same year, Far East Hospitality, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Far East Hospitality Investments (Australia) Pte Ltd, completed a 50-50 joint venture with Australias Toga Group to form Toga Far East Hotels (TFE Hotels).

For more information, visit www.FarEastHospitality.com.