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Surat-based Premier Looms will start local production of ‘air jet’ weaving looms in a year, said A.K. Bidiwala, who heads sales and marketing at the company. The company launched its high speed rapier (500 rpm) and high speed ‘water jet’ looms at the Global Textile Technology Engineering Show here. Mr. Bidiwala told The Hindu that the company currently imported ‘air-jet’ looms and assembled them in India. It will start local production in a year. Premier is looking to almost double its annual turnover to ₹300 crore in FY26 from the current ₹160 crore. It had invested ₹250 crore so far…
Hot Pilates just got even hotter! Hot Pilates founder Shannon Nadj opened her first reformer Pilates studio next to her celebrity-loved heated mat Pilates space in West Hollywood, California, and A-listers like Lori Harvey are already flocking to the new workout haven.”As we approach our 10th year of Hot Pilates, our clients have asked for reformer classes since Pilates is having such a moment. I felt inspired to share my knowledge and bring back classical reformer Pilates,” she tells ET.Shannon Nadj/InstagramWhat this entails: “We will work on classical machines where you’ll activate all the tiny muscles you didn’t know exist within…
January Low presents ‘Pending’ at Medai in Bengaluru | Photo Credit: Mithun Pai January Low’s performance began in stillness. The absence of music was as striking as the lack of elaborate makeup or ornamentation. Movements being listed in the audio track were being matched with dance poses but the performance established from the beginning a view of the dancer’s practice room. The audience was invited to witness the dancer committing sequences to memory, listening to instructions, making notes and finding the dance within. One of two performances showcased in The Platform 2025 (presented by Alif Arts Consultancy at Medai, Bengaluru),…
In a rapidly evolving business landscape, it’s more important than ever to have optimally interactive and engaging meetings. One of the best ways to achieve this is by using a smart projector because it is so much more than just a traditional projector – it’s a complete meeting solution that can transform the way professionals conduct meetings. With features like wireless connectivity, built-in speakers, and an intuitive interface, a smart projector makes it easy to collaborate and share ideas with colleagues. Mr. Manish Bakshi, Director, BenQ Middle East and Turkey Wireless connectivity lets you share content from any device One…
Representational image of Kotak Mahindra Bank branch in New Delhi | Photo Credit: Reuters S&P Global upgraded Kotak Mahindra Bank’s credit rating to ‘BBB’ from ‘BBB-’ on Friday (February 21, 2025) after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently lifted operational curbs.“We believe Kotak Mahindra Bank is well positioned for growth over the next 24 months. This is after India’s central bank lifted restrictions on the bank onboarding new customers or issuing fresh credit cards. “We have therefore removed the negative comparable rating analysis adjustment under our comparative rating analysis on the private sector bank. This leads to a higher…
Flower power! Floral designer Liz Carter created Unwilted, a botanical paper flower delivery company in 2021, and has showcased her work at countless celebrations ever since. Ahead of the holiday season, Carter spilled her top bouquet and hosting tips with ET.”I’ve been drawn to flowers for as long as I can remember. … My passion really took off when I opened my flower shop in Colorado, where I immersed myself in the artistry and business of florals,”the Michigan native explained.”After years in the floral industry, I noticed how fresh cut flowers, while beautiful, don’t last long and often contribute to waste,”…
the Lumen Aid Pack Light Maxx and Pack Light Nova. These are inflatable solar-powered lanterns that are lightweight, waterproof, and easy to pack. They are great for camping, hiking, or as part of a survival kit. Features of the Lumen Aid Pack Light Maxx and Pack Light Nova The lanterns pack down incredibly small and can be easily slipped into a backpack or glove box. The lanterns have a solar panel on top which charges during the day. They also have an upgraded strap that holds them shut. The adjustable strap detaches from the lantern, making it easy to hang…
There’s something so raw and likeable about actor-director Pradeep Ranganathan that you can immediately accept his make-believe as an impressionable Tamil middle-class youth. With Love Today, where he directed himself, Pradeep made a moving impression on the zeitgeist as a familiar boy-next-door, with all his flaws, ticks, beliefs and charm. With director Ashwath Marimuthu’s Dragon, whose story Pradeep has written, it’s clear that the actor wishes to play to his strengths. Written with flair — and with the right amount of commercial cinema elements — Dragon might just about elevate Pradeep as the ‘Tamil Jesus’ of the middle-class youth, who…
The BenQ EW800ST is a small, lightweight, and feature-rich projector that’s perfect for modern classrooms. With a focus on EdTech features, this projector is designed to make teaching and learning more interactive, engaging, and seamless. In this review, we’ll explore some of the standout features that make the BenQ EW800ST an excellent choice for educational settings. Ultra-Short Throw for Immersive Learning The ultra-short throw capabilities of the EW800ST allow the projector to create large images from a very short distance. This means that even in small classrooms, teachers can project clear, bright images that are easy for students to see…
Projects worth over ₹10 lakh crore were roped in by the government of Karnataka at the recently-concluded Global Investors’ Meet 2025 in Bengaluru. | Photo Credit: File photo Karnataka government has officially commenced rollout of projects worth over ₹10 lakh crore that were roped in at the recently-concluded Global Investors’ Meet 2025 in Bengaluru.To start with, senior officials of Emvee Energy, a manufacturer of solar photovoltaic panels and modules, which committed an investment of ₹15,000 crore in a phased manner to set up a plant in Karnataka, met Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B Patil on February 20.According to the Minister,…