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New Indian Express
12 hours ago
- Science
- New Indian Express
New flowering plant species discovered in Arunachal's East Kameng; named after state's largest tribe
GUWAHATI: Forest officials in Arunachal Pradesh have discovered a new flowering plant 'Begonia nyishiorum', endemic to the state's East Kameng district. An article on the discovery was published on June 23 in the journal Novon. Published by the Missouri Botanical Garden, Novon specialises in peer reviewed nomenclatural research and is widely regarded as a gold standard venue for announcing new plant species. The discovery was made during an expedition 'Documentation of rare flora and fauna of East Kameng district', conducted by the Seppa forest division from July last year to January this year. Divisional Forest Officer, Seppa, Abhinav Kumar told this newspaper Begonia nyishiorum remained a hidden secret all these years. 'Officers and staff members of the forest division and local Nyishi residents blazed fresh trekking lines by cutting through dense, untouched vegetation and camped in sub zero conditions at elevations above 2 600 metres, where several slopes lay under early winter snow. Amid this arduous survey to document the district's flora and fauna, the team noticed a cluster of begonias with unmistakable crimson fringed petioles—sparking detailed collection, photography, and subsequent taxonomic work,' said Kumar, also the co-lead author. Begonia nyishiorum grows in moist, shaded mountain slopes between 1,500 and 3,000 metres above sea level and is instantly recognisable by the dense crimson, fringed scales that sheath its light green petioles - an indumentum previously unseen in any Asian begonia. 'Each new species we document is another reminder that vast tracts of Arunachal's forest remain scientifically unexplored,' said Kumar, adding, 'Begonia nyishiorum spotlights why the Eastern Himalaya must be treated as a global priority for both research and conservation.' Talking about why this discovery matters, Kumar said currently known only from two forest sites in East Kameng, the species' petiole 'fringe' sets it apart from over 2,150 accepted begonias worldwide. He said the epithet nyishiorum honours the Nyishi community whose traditional stewardship protects these high elevation forests. According to Kumar, Arunachal adds more than ten plant species to science each year and this find underscored the state's role as a cradle of Himalayan speciation. Talking about the next steps, he said forest officials will map additional populations during the 2025-26 flowering season (September-December), conduct rapid ecological assessments to gauge habitat stability and potential anthropogenic pressure, and liaise with local Nyishi village councils to integrate traditional knowledge into long term monitoring.
Fashion Network
19-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Brand Concepts partners with Sportlux to launch Offwhite in India
Brand Concepts Ltd has entered into a long-term distribution contract with luxury brands distributor Sportlux General Trading to launch and operate lifestyle brand, Off-White in the Indian market. With this partnership, Brand Concepts will have the exclusive distribution and retail rights for a range of Off-White products that include apparel, footwear, bags, wallets, belts, swimwear and other fashion accessories. Commenting on the partnership, Abhinav Kumar, co-founder of Brand Concepts Ltd in a statement said, 'Partnering with Sportlux to bring Off-White to India is a landmark achievement for our company. This isn't just about launching a brand; it's about introducing a cultural movement to the Indian market. The comprehensive product portfolio, from apparel to footwear and accessories, allows us to offer a complete Off-White experience.' 'We are poised to leverage our retail expertise to build a powerful presence for Off-White and solidify our leadership in the premium and luxury fashion landscape in India,' Kumar added. Off-White product range will be available through exclusive brand outlets, modern retail outlets, select luxury e-commerce platforms and D2C website.
Fashion United
19-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
Off-White to launch in India through new distribution deal
Off-White is set to enter the Indian market through a new long-term distribution deal between Brand Concepts Limited and Sportlux General Trading FZCO. With this, Brand Concept has secured the rights to launch and operate the luxury brand in the Republic of India, a press release has revealed. The manufacturer will be responsible for the distribution and retail of Off-White products in the men's, women's and kidswear ready-to-wear categories. Footwear, bags, wallets, belts, swimwear and other fashion accessories are also included in the contract. Brand Concept is anticipated to launch Off-White's first collection in the region during the fourth quarter of the current financial year. The brand will become available via exclusive brand outlets, Modern Retail Outlets, select Lux e-commerce platforms and a direct-to-consumer website. In a statement, Abhinav Kumar, co-founder of Brands Concept, said that the partnership with Sportlux was a 'landmark achievement' for the company. Kumar continued: 'This isn't just about launching a brand; it's about introducing a cultural movement to the Indian market. The comprehensive product portfolio, from apparel to footwear and accessories, allows us to offer a complete Off-White experience. 'We are poised to leverage our retail expertise to build a powerful presence for Off-White and solidify our leadership in the premium and luxury fashion landscape in India." For Brand Concepts, which already works with the likes of Aeropostale, Juicy Couture and Tommy Hilfiger Travel, the deal with Off-White marks an expansion into the luxury apparel segment. It comes at a time when more and more high-end fashion brands are zoning in on India as an emerging market, presenting vast potential for expansion.
India Gazette
15-06-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Cabinet approves empanelment of two senior Uttarakhand IPS officers for ADGP post at Centre
New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): The Appointment Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the empanelment of two senior IPS officers from Uttarakhand -- Abhinav Kumar (1996 batch) and Sanjay Kumar Gunjyal (1997 batch) -- for appointment to the post of Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) at the Centre, officials said on Sunday. Currently, Abhinav Kumar is serving as ADGP (Prisons) in Uttarakhand, while Sanjay Kumar Gunjyal is posted as Inspector General (IG) with the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). More details are awaited. Earlier in May this year, the Uttarakhand Police organised an open house session with women officers under the chairmanship of Director General Deepam Seth, marking a significant step towards promoting gender inclusivity and empowerment within the force. The session, held under the chairmanship of Director General of Police (DGP) Ashok Kumar, saw enthusiastic participation from women officers ranging from Sub-Inspectors to Inspector Generals of Police. A six-member women's team from the Uttarakhand Police had earlier participated in the 11th National Women Police Conference (NCWP) at Tamil Nadu Police Academy, Chennai. They shared their experiences on topics like work-life balance, mental health, and career development. Their insights contributed to the discussion on creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Women officers shared their experiences on balancing work and personal life, highlighting the need for flexible work policies and supportive environments. Flexible work policies were emphasised to enable women officers to manage their work and family responsibilities effectively. Regular health check-ups, fitness programs, yoga, meditation, and sports were recommended to promote physical and mental well-being among women personnel. (ANI)
India.com
16-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Months after Ratan Tata's death, THIS Tata Group firm achieves major milestone, joins elite list of world's...
Ratan Tata (File) TCS Brand Value: Tata Group's Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)– India's largest IT services exporter, and the world's most valuable IT company by market capitalization– has achieved another major milestone as the Indian IT giant has been ranked among the world's 100 most valuable brands, with a brand value of $57.3 billion on the back of an accelerated 28% year-on-year growth, according to the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands 2025 Report TCS brand awareness surged to 95 percent in 2025 In a official press release, TCS informed that the company has demonstrated 95% aided brand awareness with business executives across 26 countries worldwide, as per an independent brand audit carried out by Momentum-ITSMA. TCS' brand awareness has witnessed a exponential increase from 29% in 2010, to 95% in 2025, in the same audit, the IT major said, adding that the growth in brand value and equity highlights 'TCS' sustained brand building efforts, including high-impact global sports partnerships, customer- centric innovation, and consistent marketing excellence'. Commenting on the IT major being recognized among the most valuable brands globally, TCS' Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Abhinav Kumar commended Kantar BrandZ for recognizing the world's most valuable brands for the last two decades, and congratulated the research firm on its special anniversary edition. 'For 20 years Kantar BrandZ has recognized the world's most valuable brands. We congratulate them on this special anniversary edition of their brand excellence platform. Alongside the brand leadership we have in our industry, we are very pleased to see this recognition of the TCS brand amongst the world's most iconic brands across industries,' Kumar said. TCS brand value built on long-term strategies The TCS CMO revealed that the IT giant's surge in brand value awareness and equity has been on a range of high-impact long term marketing and communications programmes. 'Building a brand is indeed a marathon, yet I would like to thank all my colleagues in TCS for doing this long run, at the scorching pace of a sprint. Kudos to all of them,' he said. 'By drawing on the depth of BrandZ's database over the last quarter of a century, our insights show that with the right level of investment and strategic focus, brands have huge potential to drive growth for their owners. TCS' performance this year demonstrates its ability to innovate at scale with AI capabilities now running through its portfolios. TCS' strategic sponsorship programmes continue to build a strong global presence and community around its brand,' said Martin Guerrieria, Head of Kantar BrandZ. TCS top IT service provider in Europe Notably, TCS has emerged as the number one IT service provider in Europe for customer satisfaction, according to Whitelane Research. Additionally, the Top Employers Institute has ranked TCS as a Global Top Employer across more than 30 countries and regions, including North America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America. The milestone achievement by TCS comes months after Ratan Tata, the former Chairman and, later Chairman Emeritus, of the Tata Group, passed away due to age-related issues in October last year. Among Tata Group companies, TCS is regarded to have been among one of Ratan Tata's favorites.
