CloudThat is proud to announce that 20 of its Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) have been featured in Microsoft’s prestigious Top 100 MCTs global list for 2025. This remarkable achievement highlights CloudThat’s excellence in technical training and its dedication to empowering professionals with cutting-edge Microsoft technology skills.

CloudThat’s trainers clinch 20 spots in Microsoft’s Top 100 MCT Global Rankings

The Top 100 MCTs global list is an esteemed global recognition by Microsoft, honouring the highest-performing Microsoft Certified Trainers. The selection is based on Metrics That Matter (MTM) survey ratings, which capture learner feedback on training effectiveness and instructional quality. CloudThat’s strong presence in this elite group underscores its commitment to delivering impactful learning experiences.

Speaking about this milestone, Bhavesh Goswami, Founder and CEO of CloudThat, expressed his delight, “Out of the several thousand Microsoft Certified Trainers worldwide, to have 20 CloudThat trainers recognized among the Global Top 100 is an incredible achievement. Over the years, our trainers have continuously refined their training methodologies, learned from one another, and adopted the best instructional practices. Our commitment to enhancing learning experiences has paid off, and we are honoured that our trainers have been acknowledged by Microsoft.”

Microsoft’s MCT Top 100 list recognizes Microsoft trainers who excel across various technology domains, including specialization in AI, ML, and Data. This year, six CloudThat trainers were acknowledged for their proficiency across all Microsoft courses, while eight trainers stood out for their excellence in AI, ML, and Data. Notably, six trainers achieved recognition in both categories-a significant achievement that highlights their versatility and deep mastery across multiple Microsoft technology areas.

As Microsoft continues to honour top educators in the technology space, CloudThat remains committed to bridging the global digital skills gap by offering world-class training programs in cloud computing, AI/ML, cybersecurity, DevOps, and other transformative technologies. This milestone further solidifies CloudThat’s position as a leader in the technology training industry, ensuring that professionals across the globe have access to high-quality Microsoft certification programs and cutting-edge learning experiences.

About CloudThat

Established in 2012, CloudThat is an award-winning company and the first in India to offer both cloud training and consulting services. As a global leader in digital transformation, CloudThat empowers individuals and organizations with skills in cloud and other cutting-edge technologies like GenAI, Data, AI/ML, DevOps, and IoT.

Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, with offices in the UK, USA, and Bangladesh, CloudThat has supported clients across 30+ countries, training over 850,000 professionals across 600+ certifications, and delivering 500+ consulting projects for 200+ organizations.

CloudThat is also a proud Microsoft Solutions Partner and the first Indian company to win the prestigious Microsoft Training Partner of the Year Award (2024). With 11 prestigious awards in the last 8 years, CloudThat continues to lead with innovation, driving impact for businesses and professionals worldwide while working to bridge the global digital skills gap.

At Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), we’re dedicated to making quality education accessible to all. The HBSF (Harish and Bina Shah Foundation) – MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship reflects this commitment by offering full financial support to bright yet economically disadvantaged students pursuing B.Tech program at MIT Manipal. Following a successful launch last year, we are excited to expand this opportunity to even more number of deserving students in the 2025 intake.

HBSF-MAHE scholarship empowering meritorious students

Key Highlights

The HBSF-MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship offers a complete waiver on tuition, hostel and mess fees. For the 2024-25 admissions, a total of INR 3 Crores has been allocated to support the top 50 students, selected based on their academic merit and eligibility. To be considered, students need to have scored 85% or more in PCM in their 10+2 exams, secure a Manipal Entrance Test (MET) rank between 1 and 10,000 and come from government schools with a family income of less than INR 8 lakh per year. Additionally, the scholarship is renewable each year, contingent on maintaining a good CGPA.

Application Process

Post completing an online application (apply.manipal.edu), eligible candidates must participate in the B.Tech Common Counselling with a INR 10,000 as a waitlist deposit, which shall be refunded within 2 months of class commencement, on submission of duly filled Scholarship Application Form to the MAHE Manipal Admissions office. Scholarships are granted based on merit, determined by rank in the Manipal Entrance Test (MET), during the counselling rounds.

Empowering Dreams, Changing Lives

The true impact of the HBSF-MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship can best be captured in the words of students whose lives have been transformed by it. Chiranjeevi G, a first-year B.Tech student in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Bellary, Karnataka, secured an All India Rank of 5606 in MET, making the scholarship a life-changing opportunity. He says, “Getting into MIT Manipal was a dream come true, but receiving this scholarship made it even more special. It eased my family’s financial burden and gave me the confidence to pursue my goals.” Sanika, pursuing B.Tech in Cyber Physical Systems from Haklady, near Kundapura, says, “This scholarship has shown me that talent and hard work can break barriers, no matter where you come from.”

Ganesh Nagaraja Nandiyar, from Sagar, Shimoga, who has secured an All-India Rank of 4893 in MET said, “Receiving this scholarship was an incredible moment of joy for my family. I want to make the most of this opportunity.” Pradeep Mogaveera, a B.Tech student in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from Gujjadi village near Udupi, says the scholarship has made his dream a reality. “I am the first in my family and my village to pursue B.Tech.”

Kruthik Shetty, studying B.Tech Information Technology from a farming family in Udupi, secured a MET Rank of 6394. “The whole neighbourhood was thrilled when they heard about me receiving this scholarship. It makes me believe that education can truly change lives,” he said.

A Legacy of Giving Back

Launched on April 6, 2024, the HBSF-MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship is set to support 240 students over four years (about 60 students per year), providing Rs. 12 crore in financial assistance. This marks a groundbreaking initiative, being the first scholarship of its scale and vision established by an MIT Manipal alumnus. At the heart of this transformative effort is Mr. Harish Shah, an MIT Manipal alumnus (B.Tech Mechanical Engineering, Batch of 1980) and the founder of Signet, a global leader in pharmaceutical raw materials. In 2020, Signet became part of IMCD N.V., Netherlands. Through the Harish and Bina Shah Foundation (HBSF), established in 2002, Mr. Shah has been a pillar of philanthropy, supporting education, healthcare, sustainability and the arts. This scholarship embodies his continued mission to make a lasting social impact.

For More Information on the HBSF-MAHE EduEmpower Scholarship

Visit: www.manipal.edu/mu/admission/scholarships.html

Contact: 92437-77733

Write to: scholarships@manipal.edu

Karmic Beauty is all set to transform the beauty industry with its commitment to authentic, high-performance, self-care luxury products in haircare and skincare. Blending ancient wisdom with innovation, the brand stands for transparency, efficacy, and sustainability, creating luxurious formulations that prioritise real results over marketing trends.

Vaibhav Mittal, Founder of Karmic Beauty

Founder & CEO,Vaibhav Mittal shares his vision for the brand, “I founded Karmic Beauty both out of my professional experience in the industry and my own self-care experience. With years spent working in the beauty industry, I realised that many false claims of effective or natural products were being made but weren’t delivering those promises. I saw a gap in the market-luxury products were often inaccessible, while affordable options lacked quality. Karmic Beauty bridges this divide by crafting products that don’t just promise but perform. We focus on natural ingredients sourced ethically and sustainably from the source of their origin globally, ensuring our consumers get to enjoy genuine self-care. Our belief, Feeling good is looking good, guides each of our brand’s values -from formulation to packaging, purity, effectiveness, and sustainability are our greatest concern, never settling for anything less.”

“At Karmic Beauty, our vision is to be the world leader in the natural beauty space in the next 3-5 years. There is a huge demand for luxury personal care in India, but very few home-grown players have the same quality as international players. We want to turn that on its head by providing consumers with a world-class Indian beauty brand built with quality, efficacy, and responsibly sourced ingredients. Just like consumers are now better educated about reading food labels, we would like to make consumers better educated about beauty labels, too. We dont merely want to provide consumers with genuine, natural products but also inform consumers about what actually works in ingredients.”

Karmic Beauty Product Range

With this ethos at its core, Karmic Beauty has meticulously developed its product range using responsibly sourced, 100% certified organic, USDA-approved Moroccan Argan Oil directly from Morocco and 92% Pure Hydrolysed Keratin in its hair care formulations. Their product contains up to 91.8% naturally derived ingredients, backed by ECOCERT and IFRA certifications, ensuring the highest quality standards, safety, and environmental responsibility. The brand also follows a ‘Reuse, Repurpose, Reimagine’ approach to sustainability, ensuring eco-friendly formulations and thoughtful packaging that aligns with global sustainability goals.

Further, Vaibhav says, “Since its launch, Karmic Beauty has garnered a dedicated consumer base, with users reporting visible improvements in hair strength, skin hydration, and overall well-being. Customers have praised the Pure Moroccan Argan Oil-infused hair care line for restoring shine and strength. At the same time, the lightweight, non-greasy Hair Serum has been celebrated for its effectiveness across different climates.” One user shared, “After years of trying different products, Karmic Beauty is the first brand that truly transformed my hair-my curls feel healthier, shinier, and more manageable.” Another added, “The purity of ingredients is unmatched. My scalp feels nourished without irritation, which is not so common in natural beauty products.”

Karmic Beauty also offers corporate gifting and curates bespoke product offerings for various occasions, further strengthening the brand’s reputation for craftsmanship and quality. As the industry evolves, Karmic Beauty remains dedicated to creating authentic and luxurious self-care experiences. The brand invests heavily in researching and developing natural and organic ingredients, drawing on ancient beauty wisdom. Karmic Beauty continues to innovate while staying true to its core values.

Choose Karmic Beauty. Choose Natural. Choose Luxury.

The products are available on the brand website, karmicbeauty.in, and other e-commerce websites, such as Nykaa, Myntra and Amazon.

Luxury real estate in Delhi-NCR is seeing sustained growth, offering buyers a diverse range of options, from established high-end neighborhoods to rapidly developing micro-markets. The housing segment experienced a steep surge in demand for both luxury and premium housing, driven by increasing disposable incomes, buyers’ changing lifestyle preferences, favorable home loan rates, and various other factors.

NCRs dynamic luxury living landscape

As per CBRE, the real estate sector saw a growth in land deals in 2024, with transactions exceeding 2,200 acres from around 1,900 acres in the previous year, with Delhi-NCR taking the lead. Besides, the Delhi-NCR micro-markets led the chart with over 40 land deals, with Gurugram accounting for more than 60%, followed by Noida and Greater Noida with a 25% share of NCR deals. This uptick in activity across regions highlights a major shift in the luxury housing segment.

Amidst this growth, NCR has seen new and developing sectors, driven by the rise of modern infrastructure, world-class amenities, and competitive pricing. While premium locations like Lutyens’ Delhi, Golf Course Road in Gurugram, and Noida’s Sector 150 have long been the hallmark of luxury living, commanding significant price premiums, newer sectors and developing corridors such as Dwarka Expressway, SPR, Siddharth Vihar in Ghaziabad, Sectors 76-95 in New Gurugram and Greater Noida West are redefining upscale living with modern townships, sustainable infrastructure, and luxury living.

Manoj Gaur, President CREDAI NCR and CMD Gaurs Group, says, “Luxury living in NCR is no longer confined to legacy locations. New developments in emerging corridors are redefining what premium real estate means. The projects in these locations integrate cutting-edge architecture, high-end amenities, and smart home features, catering to a new generation of buyers who seek both exclusivity and modern convenience. Therefore, we believe the future of premium living lies in well-planned, amenity-rich communities that offer seamless connectivity and unparalleled lifestyle benefits.”

Market trends show that backed by enhanced connectivity and proximity to key business hubs, Dwarka Expressway, and SPR witnessed significant traction in residential development in 2024, accounting for an impressive 88% share. Meanwhile, in Noida, Sector 150 has emerged as a key micro-market, fueling real estate growth amid rising demand for luxury residences with premium amenities. The sector recorded a 12% year-on-year increase in luxury rental prices in H1 2024, closely followed by the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway at 11%.

Sandeep Chhillar, Founder and Chairman, Landmark Group, says, “NCR’s real estate market, particularly the city of Gurugram has seen tremendous growth over the years. Corridors like Dwarka Expressway and SPR are set to become the upcoming hubs of luxury real estate. With excellent connectivity, these corridors attract end-users and investors. The demand for high-end residences in these areas has surged due to their strategic locations and competitive offerings when compared to traditional luxury sectors. As these micro-markets mature, they will offer enhanced luxury living experiences with a blend of modern amenities and sustainable infrastructure, making them a compelling choice for luxury buyers looking for long-term value.”

Further, according to a report by Anarock, Ghaziabad continues its upward trajectory, with Siddharth Vihar and Indirapuram emerging as sought-after micro-markets for luxury living. Premium projects like Prateek Grand Begonia in Siddharth Vihar offer capital and rental appreciation through enticing investment opportunities. The group offers a limited-time 30:70 payment plan, where buyers can pay 10% at the time of booking, another 20% within 90 days, and the remaining 70% upon receiving the final demand letter. This flexible plan provides buyers with a convenient and attractive option to secure their units, thus reducing their financial burden. In addition, with property prices appreciating more than 2X in Siddharth Vihar, the growth showcases the significant demand for luxury properties in the region.

Dr. Gautam Kanodia, Founder of KREEVA and Kanodia Group, says, “Premium markets offer stability and long-term value but come at a steep price. Meanwhile, new and emerging micro-markets promise high growth potential with lower initial investment, making them lucrative for new-age investors and homebuyers seeking luxury within reach. Locations like New Gurgaon and Golf Course Road offer high-end developments at competitive prices. These areas are witnessing rapid infrastructure growth, improved connectivity, and increasing demand for luxury living. Thus, we believe the micro-market boom is here to stay. The growing interest from NRIs and HNIs and the changing lifestyle preferences of buyers are pushing new locations and micro-markets to a lucrative living choice amongst home buyers.”

Rajjath Goel, Managing Director, MRG Group, says, “As luxury real estate evolves in NCR, there is a clear shift towards integrated townships that offer green spaces, wellness amenities, and high-end concierge services. The demand for spacious, well-designed homes along corridors like the Dwarka Expressway continues to grow. Hence, we see the future of luxury being defined by exclusivity, innovation, and lifestyle enhancements that cater to modern aspirations, making luxury living more than just a prime location.”

Therefore, choosing between premium locations and new micro-markets ultimately comes down to what each offers. As emerging corridors mature, they are set to redefine luxury living in NCR, making premium lifestyles more accessible, dynamic, and investment-friendly.

Vim, a trusted name in dishwashing brands, recently launched their ‘Equal Vows’ campaign, featuring a renowned Bollywood couple, Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa that represent the value of equality in their marriage. The campaign, conceptualized by Lowe Lintas, redefines modern relationships by leveraging the cultural significance of wedding vows, encouraging couples to be equal in taking responsibility for household chores. With a vision to drive lasting social change, the initiative aims to reach couples across the country, and inspire them to pledge to equal partnerships.

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa Champion Household Equality in Vims Equal Vows Campaign

YouTube Link:www.youtube.com/watchv=St4AhHYmL9Q

Couples participating in a mass wedding at Yavatmal in Maharashtra take an #EqualVow

As part of its ongoing efforts, Vim collaborated with Satchikitsa Prasarak Mandal, an NGO that organizes mass weddings annually at Yavatmal, Maharashtra. The brand has released a film capturing the nuptials of 120 couples, witnessing them pledging to share household responsibilities. The officiating priest emphasized, “This initiative makes the responsibility of running a household equal for both the husband and the wife. This ideology should be propagated.” This message has been further reinforced in the film, highlighting that if responsibilities in marriages today are shouldered equally by couples, then their vows should also reflect the same.

Vim has also leveraged Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to connect with consumers through a partnership with Swiggy Instamart, utilizing the quick commerce opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of #EqualVow. As the season of love becomes the ideal time for couples to reflect on their relationships, individuals making gift purchases on the platform are reminded of equality through complimentary branded kitchen merchandise like fridge magnets that carry the message of equality of chores in the form of an equal vow printed on them. This has served to inspire consumers to rethink their contributions to household chores and encourage shared responsibilities in the spirit of togetherness.

Vim Equal Vow

YouTube Link: www.youtube.com/watchv=gqtZ0cQZ4NY

Ashwini Rao, Head of Home and Hygiene at HUL, emphasized the campaign’s purpose “Household responsibilities have long been shaped by cultural norms, often placing an unequal burden on women. With the ‘Equal Vows’ campaign, we aim to inspire a cultural shift toward chore neutrality, encouraging couples to take on responsibilities and chores equally. This initiative goes beyond dishwashing-it’s about challenging outdated mindsets and driving real social change. Through our collaboration with Satchikitsa Prasarak Mandal, Swiggy Instamart, and Bharat Matrimony, we are bringing #EqualVow into homes across the country.”

Anaheeta Goenka, COO, Lowe Lintas, said, “The ‘Equal Vows’ campaign goes beyond messaging-it’s about driving real change in how partnerships are perceived and lived. By integrating cultural moments like mass weddings and collaborations with platforms that shape modern relationships, we’re sparking conversations around equality in households. This initiative is a step toward normalizing shared responsibilities as a fundamental part of every marriage.”

Bharat Matrimony, one of Indias leading matrimony platforms, has also joined hands with Vim to elevate equality in marriage among to-be-weds in the context of household chores. Given that marriage plays a pivotal role in defining gender roles in households, this partnership seeks to engage individuals at a crucial life stage-those about to embark on or actively seeking to start their marital journey. Through this partnership, Bharat Matrimony is inviting consumers to take the #EqualVow pledge with outreach on its digital presence and amplification through Wedding Bazaar, inspiring millions of couples to embrace equality at home.

Through partnerships rooted in cultural moments, Vim aims to drive deeper awareness about the importance of equality in relationships, including household chores like dishwashing – creating truly equal partnerships.

About Vim

In India, Vim has not just been a category leader but also a pioneer in innovations that strives to solve all consumer problems when it comes to dishwashing with its range of solutions catering to different pain points in the kitchen and home cleaning. As a brand, Vim believes in promoting progressive relationships at the sink by democratizing the act of dishwashing across members of the family.

About Hindustan Unilever Limited

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is India’s largest Fast-Moving Consumer Goods company, with its products touching the lives of nine out of ten households in the country. HUL works to create a better future every day.

Market ups and downs can be unsettling, but does that mean you should stop investing Not necessarily.

Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund with Megatrends

The key to navigating market uncertainty is to think long-term. And that’s where Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund comes in. With its megatrends approach, this fund looks away from short-term noise to focus on companies that have the potential to grow in the long run.

This article tells you more about the Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund, its investment approach, and how a long-term view can help you tide over short-term volatility.

What are flexi cap funds
Unlike funds restricted to a particular market segment, flexi cap funds have the flexibility to invest across large cap, mid cap, and small cap stocks. What’s more, they are dynamically managed, meaning that they can adjust the portfolio allocation to each market capitalisation based on market conditions.

During bear markets, for example, they can increase the allocation to small and mid caps to capture upside potential. During slowdowns, they can invest more in large caps to reduce downside risk, as large caps tend to be more resilient amid volatility owing to their large market share and strong fundamentals.

This approach allows such funds to capture growth opportunities across different segments while mitigating risk.

Volatility and investing
Market volatility is a part of investing. There will always be phases of highs and lows – sometimes brief and sometimes prolonged – but markets have historically* tended to recover and grow over time (*Past performance may or may not be sustained in the future).

So, if you are investing for the long run, short-term fluctuations need not be your primary concern. What’s more important is consistency, discipline and a long-term vision.

These traits are encapsulated by the Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund with its megatrends investing strategy.

What are megatrends
Megatrends are long-term shifts that can have wide-ranging impacts on global industries, economies and societies. Think of digitisation, clean energy, demographic changes and much more. Companies that align with such megatrends have the potential to grow for years, making them potentially suitable investment choices.

Here are the megatrends that form a part of the Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund portfolio:

• Technological megatrends: Advancements in AI, automation, and innovation are transforming industries, creating investment opportunities in leading tech companies.

• Regulatory megatrends: Government initiatives like Make in India and PLI schemes are driving growth in renewable energy, pharma, and electronics, benefiting companies that align with these policies.

• Economic megatrends: The shift towards China+1, de-globalisation, urbanisation and more are positioning India as an investment destination, with initiatives such as Production Linked Incentive scheme and Make in India boosting domestic manufacturing opportunities.

• Nature megatrends: Sustainability is shaping industries, driving growth in eco-friendly sectors like organic farming and green packaging, benefiting ESG-focused investments.

• Demographic megatrends: India’s expanding middle class and young population are increasing demand for healthcare, consumer goods, and urban infrastructure, creating long-term investment potential.

• Social megatrends Changing lifestyles, digital connectivity, and rising health awareness are fuelling growth in e-commerce, digital media, and health tech, offering key investment opportunities.

While economic slowdowns, negative market sentiment and bear markets can impact these trends in the short-term, their lasting significance gives them potential to yield sustained growth over time.

Early identification and investment in these evolving trends can position investors for long-term success as market dynamics and economic behaviour evolve.

Why a long-term mindset matters
Short-term market swings can tempt you to make impulsive decisions, but investing is a marathon, not a sprint. A long investment horizon helps you potentially tide over temporary volatility. Moreover, the longer you stay invested, the more you can potentially benefit from the power of compounding.

Additionally, those investing through Systematic Investment Plans can potentially leverage market downturns through rupee cost averaging. Since you invest a fixed amount regardless of market conditions, your SIP contributions purchase more units when markets are down and fewer when they are up. Those, you can potentially capitalise on market dips and avoid overweighting your portfolio during market peaks.

This can reduce the per-unit cost of your investment over time and optimise return potential while mitigating market timing risk.

Should you invest in Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund
If you are looking for a fund that:

• Invests in companies with strong long-term potential

• Has the flexibility to navigate different market conditions

• Focuses on megatrends that drive economic growth

• Doesn’t change short-term gains and instead looks at long-ranging ideas with strong growth potential over time.

If this appeals to you, consider investing in Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund. SIP and lumpsum options are both available with lumpsum starting from Rs. 500 and SIP starting from Rs. 500 up to Rs. 1,000 with minimum 60 instalments and above Rs. 1,000 with minimum 6 instalments. You can use mutual funds tools such as lumpsum or SIP return calculators to understand how your investments can potentially grow over time and plan your approach.

Mutual Fund investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme related documents carefully.

Balancing family life just got easier. Introducing Coro, an exclusive family-focused members club in India, thats designed to redefine how families navigate work, play, and build connections. With secure playscapes, a healthy cafe, flexible workplace offerings, and a vibrant community, Coro’s design-led hybrid space allows parents to thrive professionally while offering children a safe, joyful environment to grow and explore.

Coro, India’s first exclusive family-focused members club, where parents thrive professionally while children learn, play, and explore in a safe, joyful space

Located in Domlur, Bangalore, Coro’s membership model has three tiers – Resident, Off-Peak and Day Passes. This model ensures flexible space usage and supports rapid expansion, making it a practical and adaptable choice for families.

A New Vision for Families

Coro is the brainchild of Tena Pick, a global social impact expert and gender equality advocate and Tanushee Seth, a global business leader with expertise in the beauty and consumer industry.

“At Coro, we’ve blended thoughtful design with a deep sense of community, ensuring that parents never have to choose between their careers and their families. Our children deserve access to the highest quality playscapes that allow them to play for the sake of play, explore and make their own connections. Coro is a space where modern families can work, play, dream, rest and connect,” says Tena Pick, Co-founder at Coro.

“Careers come in peaks and troughs, and parents need a space that will allow them to self-actualize, celebrating whatever phase they are in, while also giving them opportunities to connect with their children, throughout the day, in an inspiring space,”adds Tanushree Seth, Co-founder at Coro.

Coro is a thriving hub for connection and growth. Coro addresses the existing gap in children’s infrastructure to celebrate “The Power of Play” through Climbing Structures and Open Play Zones that encourage physical activity and adventurous exploration, Soft Play and Toddler Areas perfect for younger children and Quiet Corners and Libraries for independent play. Coro’s child-centric programming ensures that kids have new, enriching experiences every day. Book Clubs, Movement and Arts Sessions, Cooking Classes and Movie Nights will bring kids together for fun while encouraging self-expression through creative activities.

And for parents, Coro creates an inclusive and welcoming space to support work and connection for entrepreneurs, corporate professionals, and parents re-imagining careers post-children.

Parents can join fitness and wellness classes, participate in industry-specific fireside chats and attend networking events where professional and personal goals align. Social gatherings like coffee mornings, truffle tastings, movie nights, and pop-ups add a touch of fun to the mix!

Design That Inspires and Functions

Coro’s design reflects the expertise of Architects Bhavana Kumar and Nicola La Noce of Kumar La Noce, who specialise in creating spaces that nurture and inspire. The two-floor layout is designed to be an inspiring and joyful environment while providing for technical spatial requirements. The material palette of light wood, terrazzo tiles, punctuated with metallic accents and lush greenery creates a calming yet energising atmosphere.

The first floor houses an open-ended playscape for kids and a cafe for families to connect. The children’s area is defined by a curving wooden screen with playful cutouts that create a soft boundary while maintaining visibility. This innovative playscape encourages children to peek, climb, crawl, and build imaginary worlds. Adjacent to the play area is a caf serving nourishing meals, ensuring families can stay fueled and connected.

Designed with parents in mind, the second level offers a variety of workspaces, collaboration zones and quiet nooks for focused tasks. Meeting rooms and booths flank a central freeform ‘spine’ table while the ‘retreat’ is a versatile stepped seating area that doubles as a venue for community events, yoga sessions, and intimate gatherings.

“At Coro, our design is rooted in the idea of creating a welcoming and nourishing environment for young families to be themselves. The space has been created to be adaptable with impactful anchors and spatial elements that serve a purpose. It’s about striking a balance between functionality and inspiration, where every corner is designed to foster connection, creativity, and well-being,” says Bhavana Kumar, Architect and Chief Design Officer at Coro.

Flexible Memberships for Every Family

Coro offers flexible membership plans tailored to urban families’ diverse needs:

• Resident Membership: Unlimited access for ultimate flexibility.

• Off-Peak Membership: Access from Monday to Thursday, excluding holidays.

• Day Passes: Perfect for those needing occasional access.

Memberships are valid until the youngest child in the family turns six, ensuring long-term value and support for young families.

To learn more about Coro and how it can transform your work-life balance, visit www.corospace.in or follow @corospace on Instagram for membership details.

Social Media:

Instagram: @corospace

About Coro

Coro is a family-focused members club with an emphasis on personal development for both parents and children. With infrastructure for early childhood and early parenthood, Coro is a workplace, playscape and a cafe all in one.

The space encourages its members to show up authentically in all facets of their life whether its continuing working on their careers, spending quality time with their children or connecting with their peers and friends. Coro brings together modern work spaces, design-driven playscapes, a nourishing cafe and a supportive community with top-notch programming. Coro’s members club has been designed to answer every need of young, urban Indian families. For a greater flexibility in space usage and quick growth and expansion, Coro Offers three tiers of membership designed to cover a wide range of work and play solutions, based on the habits of a particular family. Centrally located in the Prestige Ridge building in Domlur, Bangalore, Coro is where families can balance life, work, and growth.

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., a pioneer in consumer electrical solutions continues to drive industry leading transformation with cutting-edge innovations leading to higher energy efficiency, performance and durability in its product offerings, thereby enhancing the overall consumer experience. Last week, on 20th February the company unveiled TechWithHeart innovations, reinforcing its commitment to consumer-centric products that have been indigenously developed and manufactured.

Crompton Launches “TechWithHeart” for Smarter, Energy-efficient Living

‘TechWithHeart’ represents Crompton’s mission to create smart, responsible and high-performance solutions tailored to meet consumer needs. From fans that deliver high performance while ensuring progressively higher energy savings, to pumps that provide consistent and reliable water flow, every product is developed keeping the consumer at the heart of it.

At the Press Event held at its new corporate office in Mumbai last week, on 20th February the companys leadership team unveiled #TechWithHeart.

• TechWithHeart: Crompton delivers technology that truly matters – enhancing comfort, convenience, and energy efficient homes in India

• Consumer-centric innovation: Crompton’s TechWithHeart innovations are rooted in a deep understanding of consumer needs & preferences with each solution designed to make their lives simpler, smarter and more convenient

• Strategic investments for growth: A significant increase in R&D investments, with a team of over 200 dedicated R&D personnel, demonstrates the company’s commitment to market leadership and growth

• ‘Made in India, Built for the World’: Indigenously designed & developed, locally sourced, leveraging India’s supply chain might

With a strong focus on next-gen technologies and sustainable innovation, the brand is shaping the future of the electrical consumer durables industry through its latest suite of products.

Leading the fan industry with energy-efficient innovations

Crompton sells a fan every two seconds, with more than 2 crore fans sold in FY24. The company today introduced the below platforms:

• NUCLEUS Platform – Crompton launched NUCLEUS, an in-house advanced BLDC platform enhancing product performance, reliability, and efficiency. This platform consists of an efficient motor, robust electronics and smart connectivity. These products have been rigorously tested to ensure consistent performance in varied operating conditions. Being a completely indigenous platform, it is scalable across a range of products

• XTECH Platform (From Classic to Cutting-edge) – Crompton, the leader in induction fan technology for several decades, unveils the XTECH platform that deliver higher energy efficiency and durability. Designed, developed and ‘Made in India’, this platform reinforces Crompton’s leadership with a robust local supply chain network and a commitment to continued innovation

These next-gen products are indigenously brought to life and rigorously tested across diverse weather conditions.

Expanding leadership in the residential, agricultural and solar pumps categories

Crompton provides reliable water pumping solutions across residential and agricultural sectors. As the leading brand in India’s residential pumps, the company is expanding its footprint in response to the rising demand for irrigation and urban water solutions.

• Residential & Agricultural Star-Rated Pumps – Crompton’s range of energy-efficient pumps is designed to deliver high flow rates while minimizing electricity consumption. The line-up includes portfolio of both residential & agricultural pumps, all engineered for optimal efficiency and performance. The company is committed to providing energy-efficient solutions. Ahead of mandatory regulations, Crompton already offers a large portfolio of 190+ BEE star-rated pumps

• Solar Pumps – Reinforcing its sustainability commitment, Crompton has launched solar pumps, deploying over 5,000 units in the first year of launch to help farmers’ access sustainable water solutions. With government initiatives like PM-KUSUM scheme driving rapid solar adoption across the country, Crompton is at the forefront of providing sustainable pumping solutions

Promeet Ghosh, MD and CEO at Crompton introduces the Nucleus Platform

Promeet Ghosh, MD & CEO, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., said, “At Crompton, we are shaping the future of consumer electricals with consumer-centric innovation at our core. We continue to introduce advanced solutions that seamlessly integrate technology, performance and are designed to meet the evolving consumer needs, while emphasizing durability and easy reparability of our products. Our latest innovations bring in efficiency in induction and BLDC fan technologies, providing smart solutions that are future forward. Sustainability is at the heart of the next-generation technology platforms that are being introduced as part of our ‘TechWithHeart’ innovations.”

About Crompton

With a brand legacy of over 85 years, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. is India’s market leader in the category of fans and residential pumps. Over the years, the organization has continuously strived to produce a range of innovative products that cater to the modern consumer including superior quality and high-performance fans, pumps, lighting solutions and a range of other categories like water heaters; air coolers; small kitchen appliances like mixer grinders, air fryers, OTG, electric kettles etc.; other home appliances like irons & built-in kitchen appliances. The company has further invested in brand and innovation to not only better understand and meet consumer needs, but to also help drive energy efficiency. The consumer business also has a well-established and organized distribution network driven by a strong dealer base across the country offering a wide service network and robust after sales service to its customers.

The companys consistent dedication to developing energy-efficient products has led to significant recognition. It has been honored with three prestigious National Energy Consumer Awards (NECA) by BEE, Ministry of Power. The recent award was presented by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu for the companys storage water heater in 2023. In 2019, the brand won in two categories: Ceiling Fans and LED Bulbs. Additionally, it was recognized as one of Indias Best Managed Companies 2022 by Deloitte Private and listed among ‘India’s Top 500 companies 2022’ by Dun & Bradstreet India. The company has also been featured in Brand Top 75 most valuable Indian brands list for 2020 released by WPP and Kantar. Furthermore, Crompton was also recognized as the Brand of the Decade 2021 by Herald Global and BARC Asia in the Consumer Electrical category.

HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurers, has launched its latest product HDFC Life Click 2 Achieve Par Advantage. This participating product has been designed keeping in mind milestones associated with the different life stages of an individual. As one continues to save for their growing aspirations/goals, it is observed that there is a preference for early liquidity (for short term needs), flexibility and financial security for the future.

Aneesh Khanna – Head Products & Segments, HDFC Life

HDFC Life Click 2 Achieve Par Advantagecomes with following key features:

• Policy Continuance Benefit (PCB) – Through this option, future premiums are waived in case of death of the Life Assured. The Death Benefit is paid out as a lump sum immediately and also the future benefits under the plan continue for the nominee or survivor.

• Choice of Death Benefit Multiple – This option enables one to choose a customised Death Benefit Multiple – 5x, 7x or 11x – as per their need.

• Paid Up Addition – Through this option, one can convert partial or the entire cash bonus payable into Paid-Up Additions which can be encashed anytime during the term of the policy.

Customers can choose any combination from the above options as per their future needs.

Along with life insurance cover for financial security of the family, the plan also offers:

Additional Life Coverage – One can choose to cover one’s spouse

Tax benefits – As applicable for an individual, based on prevailing tax laws

Life insurance is a necessity for every working individual with financial responsibilities. HDFC Life has been an innovator in the life insurance space offering customisable products that meet the ever-evolving needs of Indian consumers. The Company offers a robust digital platform that provides multiple servicing options to customers as per their convenience. HDFC Life’s commitment to customers is reflected in its consistently high claim settlement ratio, which was 99.50% for FY24.

Speaking on the product launch, Aneesh Khanna – Head Products & Segments, HDFC Life, commented, “We, at HDFC Life, believe that life insurance products need to be designed to fit the specific needs of every individual, depending on their age, life stage, current income and future plans. Every individual dreams of a financially secure future for their loved ones and also of achieving goals such as buying a home, sending their children for higher education to a prestigious institute, etc. These dreams need long-term planning with an instrument that offers flexibility, liquidity and financial security. HDFC Life Click 2 Achieve Par Advantage has been designed to offer a solution to individuals who endeavour to create a better future and protect their dreams against uncertainties with a financial safety net.”