World Environment Day Special: 5 Bollywood Women Who Wear Their Values

 World Environment Day Special: 5 Bollywood Women Who Wear Their Values

This World Environment Day, we’re celebrating Bollywood women who are making sustainability a part of their everyday style. Through conscious choices and powerful statements, they’re proving that fashion can be planet-friendly and personal. 

1. Rasika Dugal – Quietly Sustainable

Rasika keeps it simple and stylish. She often wears handloom, upcycled, and handmade clothes—proving that conscious fashion can still be elegant and effortless.
She works closely with homegrown, artisan-first brands and often highlights the stories behind the outfits she wears. Her fashion choices are as thoughtful as her performances.

2. Sonali Bendre – Style That Lasts

Sonali believes in rewearing and restyling her favourites. From vintage sarees to timeless pieces, she shows us that good fashion never goes out of style.
She’s been vocal about not giving in to “one-time wear” culture and encourages people to celebrate the emotional value of clothing. Her looks often come with nostalgia and pride.

3. Dia Mirza – Green Inside and Out

Dia lives her values. An environmentalist at heart, she chooses sustainable designers, promotes zero-waste fashion, and brings climate conversations to the red carpet.
She partners with eco-conscious fashion brands and supports causes tied to nature, waste management, and conscious consumption. For Dia, fashion is a form of climate action.

4. Taapsee Pannu – Fashion That Feels Right

Taapsee’s wardrobe is real and relatable. She repeats outfits, supports eco-conscious brands, and reminds us that fashion can be both fun and responsible.
She often champions small Indian labels that follow ethical practices, and her off-duty looks are proof that you don’t need excess to express your style.

5. Richa Chadha – Conscious and Cool

Richa mixes bold fashion with bold beliefs. She supports vegan, cruelty-free, and thrifted fashion—speaking up about fast fashion’s impact while looking great doing it.
She’s candid about the need for circular fashion and often sources second-hand or repurposed pieces for red carpets, proving sustainability doesn’t mean compromising on glamour.

19 GMs to feature in Aurionpro International GM Chess

 19 GMs to feature in Aurionpro International GM Chess

June 4, 2025, Mumbai, India - Nineteen GMs, 11 IMs and four WIMs, representing 19 countries, will feature in the Rs 40 lakh prize money Aurionpro International Grandmaster Chess Tournament, revived by Indian Chess School after an interval of five years, to be played at the World Trade Centre, here, from June 16 to 24. The tournament includes an International Open Grandmasters Chess event, offering prize money of Rs 25 lakh, and an Under-13 competition, offering prize money of Rs 15 lakh, regarded as the highest prize money tournament in the world for juniors.

Young chess players from across India and abroad will be competing in four age categories: Under-7, Under-9, Under-11, and Under-13. National champions will receive free entry and accommodation, while national school champions will get free entry, making the tournament accessible to the country’s brightest emerging talent.

 “Chess is no longer confined to a few geographies; it is expanding fast and wide,” said Ashish Rai, Group CEO, Aurionpro Solutions. “We’re witnessing a surge of bold, brilliant players ready to compete on the global stage. This tournament is just the beginning of a new era, filled with immense, untapped potential.”

The tournament is being organized by the Indian Chess School, a respected institution in youth chess development. With participation expected from across the country and international entries as well, it offers a unique stage for young talent to gain exposure, experience, and recognition.

 “The goal of the tournament has always been to encourage analytical thinking and mental resilience in youth,” said Praful Zaveri, Founder of Indian Chess School. “It’s inspiring to see a tech company like Aurionpro recognize that the same skills which produce great chess players are critical for navigating today’s digital challenges. This partnership validates the idea that strategy is a universal language, whether in technology or over the board.”

With this partnership, the Aurionpro International Grandmaster Chess Tournament is set to become a leading event in youth chess and a powerful step forward for the game’s future. The earlier editions have thrown up junior winners, who have gone on to carve a place for themselves in the global chess world, prominent among them current World Champion Gukesh.

The top three winners of the Grandmaster event will take home Rs 4 lakh, 3 lakh and two lakh respectively, while the winners of the junior event will win Rs 3 lakh, 2 lakh and 1 lakh respectively.

India's GM Diptayan Ghosh is the top seed of the GM event and will be challenged by the second seed GM Levan Pantsulaia of Georgia and third seed GM Petrosyan Manuel of Armenia.

The Junior event will have representation from 6 countries and the top seed is Mumbai's 12-year-old FIDE Master Ansh Nerurkar, followed by Candidate Master Madhavendra Sharma. WIM Oshini Gunwardhana of Sri Lanka, Harikrishna P of USA and England's Samar Dayal.

GEM & JEWELLERY EXPORT PROMOTION COUNCIL

GEM & JEWELLERY EXPORT PROMOTION COUNCIL

 

World Environment Day: GJEPC advocates ‘Green Exhibitions’ with India International Jewellery Shows (IIJS)

·         Reinforces commitment to sustainability

·         Eco-friendly materials, reusable exhibition stalls, 100% renewable energy usage

·         ‘One Earth, An IIJS Initiative’ Tree Plantation Drive: Over 1 lakh trees planted

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s apex trade body sponsored by the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry, reinforces Commitment to Sustainability with Green Practices at its flagship India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) exhibitions --- one of the world’s top 2 B2B Trade shows in the gem & jewellery sector.

With the theme of this year’s Environment Day focusing on “Land Restoration, Desertification and Drought Resilience,” GJEPC proudly highlights how its events actively contribute to the betterment of the planet by reducing their carbon footprint and promoting a greener tomorrow.

Commenting on the initiatives, Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “Sustainability is no longer a choice—it’s a responsibility. At GJEPC, we are committed to integrating sustainability into the DNA of all our exhibitions. Our goal is to inspire the industry to adopt greener practices and do our part for the planet. We partner with eco-conscious vendors. We promote long-term green practices among stakeholders. We continually measure and offset our carbon footprint for the betterment of the planet by reducing their carbon footprint and promoting a greener tomorrow.”

GJEPC’s IIJS, India’s premier jewellery exhibition platform, has been at the forefront of integrating green practices into all aspects of event planning and execution. From modular and reusable stalls to green energy and digital solutions, GJEPC is setting benchmarks in sustainable event management.

Key sustainability measures implemented at IIJS exhibitions include:

• Modular & Reusable Exhibition Stalls: Built using eco-friendly materials, these reduce construction waste and carbon emissions.
• 100% Renewable Energy Usage: The entire event is powered by green energy sources, significantly reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
• ‘One Earth, An IIJS Initiative’ Tree Plantation Drive: Over 1 lakh trees have been planted, with one tree planted for every visitor who registers for IIJS.
• Eco-Friendly Branding: Fabric banners and non-toxic inks replace traditional PVC flexes, minimizing environmental harm.
• Digital Badges: Use of digital badges and face recognition systems replaces plastic-based badges, increasing both sustainability and security.
• Reusable Show Bags and Cutlery: Promoting a zero-waste approach in promotional material and cafeteria services.
• Biodegradable Water Bottles: Significantly curbing plastic waste during the event.
• Eco-Conscious Transport: Transitioning to electric buses and encouraging metro travel to reduce carbon emissions from commuting.
• Sustainable Special Structures: Built with environmentally friendly, reusable materials.
• Stakeholder Education: Awareness and education efforts on sustainable practices form a core part of the exhibition experience.

Walking the Talk on Sustainability: GJEPC celebrates World Environment Day with Action, Not Just Awareness. GJEPC reaffirms its steadfast commitment to sustainability through a wide range of eco-conscious initiatives.

As GJEPC continues to innovate and lead by example, it encourages stakeholders across the gem and jewellery industry to embrace sustainable practices and become active participants in protecting the environment.

About The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council’s (GJEPC) flagship show IIJS Premiere:

41st edition of IIJS Premiere 2025, which will be held alongside the IGJME Premiere 2025 (Machinery and Allied Show). This milestone edition will take place across two prominent venues in Mumbai:

• Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), BKC: 30th July to 3rd August 2025
• Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Goregaon: 31st July to 4th August 2025

IIJS Premiere is the world’s second-largest B2B gem and jewellery exhibition, and a proud symbol of India's manufacturing and design excellence. Spread over 135,000+ sq. mtrs., the 2025 edition will feature over 2,100 exhibitors across 3,600+ stalls, attracting 50,000+ trade visitors from 1,300+ Indian cities and 80+ countries.

About The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), set up by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India (GoI) in 1966, is one of several Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) launched by the Indian Government, to boost the country’s export thrust, when India’s post-Independence economy began making forays in the international markets. Since 1998, the GJEPC has been granted autonomous status. The GJEPC is the apex body of the gems & jewellery industry and today represents 10700+ members in the sector.  With headquarters in Mumbai, GJEPC has Regional Offices in New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Surat and Jaipur, all of which are major centres for the industry. It thus has a wide reach and is able to have a closer interaction with members to serve them in a direct and more meaningful manner. Over the past decades, GJEPC has emerged as one of the most active EPCs and has continuously strived to both expand its reach and depth in its promotional activities as well as widen and increase services to its members.

Anshula Leaves a Lasting Mark in The Traitors Trailer

  Anshula Leaves a Lasting Mark in The Traitors Trailer

There’s a quiet tension that runs through the trailer of The Traitors—a sense that no one can be trusted, that something is always just about to unravel. And then, Anshula says it.

“Aapka koi saga nahi hai, aapko sab thagne aaye hai.”

It’s not loud. It’s not theatrical. But it lands like a gut punch. In a room full of uneasy alliances, her words feel like the only honest thing anyone’s said—and that’s what makes it so unsettling.

The show promises deception, strategy, and shifting loyalties, but it’s this one moment that viewers can’t stop talking about. Anshula doesn’t just deliver a line—she delivers a reality check, both to the players and to us.

She’s not in every frame, but somehow, the weight of her presence lingers long after the trailer ends.
Can’t wait to watch Anshula in this one.

WHEN YOU’VE FOUND “THE ONE” SEAL IT WITH THE PLATINUM LOVE BANDS ‘THE WEDDING EDITION’

 WHEN YOU’VE FOUND “THE ONE” SEAL IT WITH THE PLATINUM LOVE BANDS   ‘THE WEDDING EDITION’

 

A rare metal meets a rare love in this curation of commitment-bands for the 2025 summer wedding season

As the summer wedding season reaches its vibrant peak, Platinum Love Bands unveils ‘The Wedding Edition’, a thoughtfully curated collection of couple bands designed to mark a once-in-a-lifetime love story. Rooted in the insight that real commitment comes from emotional clarity, these platinum bands are more than symbols — they are promises.

Crafted in 95% pure platinum - Platinum Love Bands echoes the sentiment of love that’s ‘one-in-a-million’, both rare and timeless. Whether exchanged under a starlit sky or during a quiet moment amidst wedding chaos, these bands are made for couples who seek deeper meaning — symbols of a partnership built on mutual respect, individuality, and love that is truly rare. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an understated affair, the Platinum Love Bands ‘The Wedding Edition’ is your invitation to seal your journey with a rare precious metal that’s truly one of a kind.

• Personal Touch: The rarity, preciousness and resilience of platinum makes it an enduring symbol of love – lending meaning to every couple’s vow of commitment.
• Inspirations: Each band features nuanced design and craftsmanship—interwoven patterns, symbols, and finishes that reflect two individual journeys merging into one.

Couples can choose from a selection of elegant Platinum Love Bands – curated especially for the Summer 2025 Wedding Season:

Our Platinum Love Bands with dual tones symbolize the union of two hearts, unique yet inseparably bound by love. Crafted in rare platinum, a metal that never fades, these bands stand as a testament to a bond that remains inseparable through all.

These Platinum Love Bands with repeating forms are a reflection of that promise - made to stand by each other, day after day, through it all. Crafted in platinum, a metal that never fades, and truly rare, they stand as a lasting reminder of the love you share.

This pair features overlapping patterns that symbolise the commitment you make to walk life’s path together, hand in hand. Crafted in platinum, a metal with unmatched strength and rarity, they stand as a reflection of a love that’s just as enduring.

Couple-bands with matched geometric design are a tribute to this partnership– whose strength is fuelled by your similarities, enabling you to stand strong as one, unwavering through time. Crafted in platinum, a metal known for its enduring strength, so rare, these bands mirror a love that never wavers.

These Platinum Love Bands, with their parallel lines, symbolize this shared path—two distinct lives, walking side by side, always aligned on their beautiful journey. Crafted in rare platinum, a metal of unmatched strength, these bands stand as a testament to a love that promises to stay steady, no matter where the road leads.

Explore Platinum Love Bands – The Wedding Edition at leading jewellers nationwide. The Platinum Season of Love is now in stores, making it the perfect time to seal your vows with a metal as rare as your story. And with prices starting at ₹60,000 a pair*, what’s most precious may be closer than you think.

* Starting prices may vary based on prevailing metal and diamond costs, weight of the jewellery, and quality of the diamonds selected while placing your custom order.

Website: https://platinumdaysoflove.com/

Double Triumph for SAI NCOE Mumbai!

 Double Triumph for SAI NCOE Mumbai! 

Rising wrestling stars Samarth Mahakave and Pragati Gaikwad have secured their spots to represent 🇮🇳 India at the Under-23 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship in Kyrgyzstan! 🌍💪

On 22nd May in Lucknow, Samarth dominated the mats to earn selection in the 60 kg Greco-Roman category.

On 23rd May in Delhi, Pragati powered through to claim her place in the 62 kg freestyle category.

A proud moment for SAI NCOE Mumbai as our wrestlers step onto the continental stage! 

Wishing both athletes unstoppable strength and success! 🇮🇳

२५ -२७ -२८ जुलैला होणार चित्रपट महोत्सव! अमेरिकेत मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीउभारण्याचे स्वप्न!

                      सॅनहोजे - कॅलिफोर्नियामधील दुसऱ्या नाफा मराठी चित्रपट महोत्सवाची घोषणा!                         २५ -२७ -२८ जुलैला होणार चित्रपट महोत्सव! अमेरिकेत मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टीउभारण्याचे स्वप्न!

देऊळ' आणि 'भारतीय' या चित्रपटांचे निर्माते, सुवर्ण-कमळ राष्ट्रीय पुरस्काराने सन्मानित अभिजीत घोलप यांच्या संकल्पनेतून 'नॉर्थ अमेरिकन मराठी फिल्म असोशिएशन'ची (नाफा) स्थापना गेल्यावर्षी करण्यात आली होती. मराठी चित्रपट, कला संस्कृतीच्या माध्यमातून दर वर्षी अमेरिकेत मराठी चित्रपटांचा भव्य सोहळा सॅन होजे येथे आयोजित करण्यात येतो. गेल्यावर्षी प्रथम म्हणजे २०२४ च्या २७ आणि २८ जुलै रोजी हा सोहळा कॅलिफोर्नियामध्ये अमेरिका, कॅनडा मध्ये स्थायिक असलेल्या भारतीयांच्या उपस्थितीत पहिला भव्यदिव्य महोत्सव संपन्न झाला होता. यावर्षी २५, २६ आणि २७ जुलै २०२५ ला दुसरा नाफा महोत्सव हॉलिवूडच्या धर्तीवर सॅन होजे येथे संपन्न होणार असल्याची घोषणा नाफाचे संस्थापक अध्यक्ष अभिजित घोलप यांनी नुकतीच प्रसिद्धीपत्रकाद्वारे मुंबईत केली. 

'उत्तर अमेरिकेत आणि कॅनडामध्ये वास्तव्यास असणाऱ्या जवळपास साडेपाच लाख मराठी, भारतीयांपर्यंत मराठी चित्रपट पोहचविण्याची धडपड अभिजित घोलप 'नाफा'च्या माध्यमातून करीत आहेत. दर महिन्याला १ मराठी चित्रपट 'उत्तर अमेरिका - कॅनडा'मध्ये २०२४ पासून प्रदर्शित होत आहेत. ‘गुलकंद’, ‘सुजित सुशीला’, ‘संगीत मानापमान’, ‘चिकीचीकी बुबुम्बुम’, ‘पाणी’, ‘गुलाबी’, ‘नवरा माझा नवसाचा २’, ‘अशी ही जमवा जमावी’, ‘स्थळ’, ‘सलतात रेशीम गाठी’ इत्यादी चित्रपट आतापर्यंत अमेरिकेत आणि कॅनडामध्ये नाफाद्वारे रितसर चित्रपटगृहांमध्ये महाराष्ट्रातील प्रदर्शनाच्याच दिवशी तिथे प्रदर्शित झाले असून अमेरिकेत या सर्व चित्रपटांना वाढता प्रतिसाद मिळत आहे. महाराष्ट्रातील मातब्बर निर्मिती व वितरण संस्थांसोबत नाफाने करार केले आहेत.

अमेरिकेत हॉलिवूडच्या धर्तीवर मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टी निर्माण करण्याचे उद्दिष्ट ठेवून अभिजित घोलप नाफाची कार्यप्रणाली विकसित करीत असून तेथील अनेक तरुण कलावंत, प्रेक्षक जोडले जात असल्याचे घोलप सांगतात. ते म्हणाले. “‘देऊळ’ या माझ्या चित्रपटाला राष्ट्रीय सुवर्ण-कमळ पुरस्कार मिळाल्यानंतर नॉर्थ अमेरिकेत मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टी स्थापन करावी असा विचार मनात होता. माझ्या या विचाराशी सहमत असलेले ५००हून अधिक सदस्य अल्पावधीतच या कामाशी जोडले गेले. वर्षाअखेरीस दोन लघुपटाची निर्मिती करण्याचं ध्येय ठेवून ‘फिल्म क्लब’च्या तयारीला लागलो. अनेक कलावंत, दिग्दर्शक, नृत्यदिग्दर्शक, गायक, कवी, सिनेमॅटोग्राफर्स, संकलक यांनी फिल्म क्लबमध्ये नोंदणी केली. त्यासाठी दिग्दर्शक उमेश कुलकर्णी यांची कार्यशाळा आयोजित केली. याशिवाय टॉक शोज, डॉ. मोहन आगाशे, दिलीप प्रभावळकर, डॉ. सलील कुलकर्णी, सचिन खेडेकर, समीर चौघुले, अभिजीत देशपांडे यांच्या कार्यशाळा, चर्चासत्रांच्या माध्यमातून कार्यविस्तार होत आहे., विविध क्षेत्रात आघाडी घेतल्यानंतर अमेरिकेतल्या भारतीयांना मनोरंजनक्षेत्रात आपली कला दाखवण्याची संधी मिळणार आहे. गेल्यावर्षीच नाफाने या दिशेने पहिले पाऊल टाकले असून,अमेरिकेत सातासमुद्रापार मराठी चित्रपटसृष्टी उभारणीचं स्वप्न सत्यात उतरण्यास सुरुवात झाली आहे. आपल्या सर्व कलावंत आणि तंत्रज्ञाच्या साथीने लवकरच ते पूर्णत्वास जाईल.”

'नाफा २०२४' महोत्सवामध्ये जेष्ठ अभिनेते दिलीप प्रभावळकर, सचिन पिळगांवकर, सुप्रिया पिळगांवकर, निवेदिता सराफ, महेश मांजरेकर, सुबोध भावे, दिग्दर्शक जब्बार पटेल, उमेश कुलकर्णी, डॉ. सलील कुलकर्णी, प्रसाद ओक, मृणाल कुलकर्णी, मेधा मांजरेकर इत्यादींची उपस्थिती लाभली होती. 

यावर्षी NAFA फिल्म फेस्टिव्हल २५, २६, २७ जुलै २०२५ रोजी, कॅलिफोर्नियातील सॅन होजे येथे संपन्न होणार आहे. या महोत्सवात डॉ. मोहन आगाशे, अमोल पालेकर, सचिन खेडेकर, महेश कोठारे, अश्विनी भावे, सोनाली कुलकर्णी (ज्येष्ठ), अवधूत गुप्ते, आदिनाथ कोठारे, वैदेही परशुरामी आणि मधुर भांडारकर या प्रमुख सेलिब्रिटींची उपस्थिती असणार आहे. नाफा महोत्सवासाठी अमेरिकेतील ‘बीएमएम’च्या ५७ महाराष्ट्र मंडळांचे सहकार्य लाभले आहे.