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Godrej Agrovet to acquire 48.06% stake in Creamline Dairy

The acquisition is expected to be completed on or before September 30, 2025.

With this acquisition, Godrej Agrovet aims to strengthen its presence in the dairy industry by consolidating its stake in CDPL.

Apple expands retail presence in India; opens four new stores

Apple’s legal setback comes amid broader resistance from major US tech firms against increased European regulatory measures.

The company’s ‘Jobs at Apple’ portal currently features multiple openings in India, including roles such as IN-Business Pro, IN-Business Expert, IN-Creative, and IN-Expert.

L’Oréal appoints Aniket Basu as Chief Digital Officer for India

Basu is expected to play a critical role in shaping the brand’s digital strategy and accelerating growth in India.

“India is a market of immense dynamism, where digital innovation and consumer engagement are evolving at an extraordinary pace. The opportunities to drive impact, scale transformation, and shape the future of growth are limitless,” Basu stated.

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt takes helm at Relativity Space

Schmidt's arrival comes at a crucial moment for Relativity Space, as the company prepares for the 2026 launch of the Terran R rocket

Schmidt announced his new role to Relativity Space employees on Monday, revealing that he has made a major investment in the company and now holds a controlling stake.

Global gender equality still 134 years away, JPMorgan warns of stagnation

Among all sectors, Global Capability Centers (GCCs) have made the most progress in improving gender diversity, with female workforce representation rising from 31.4% in 2020 to 38.3% in 2024.

In the U.S., just 10% of the most influential corporate roles—CEO, COO, and CFO—are held by women, with high-paying jobs still dominated by white men.

Hatsun Agro completes 100% acquisition of Milk Mantra for Rs 233 crore

The move further consolidates Hatsun Agro’s presence in the dairy sector, reinforcing its expansion strategy in the fast-growing segment.

This acquisition follows a series of transactions previously disclosed in multiple letters from HAP, dated between January 27, 2025, and March 3, 2025.

Homegrown short-video platforms falling short? | Govt warning about tobacco, alcohol ads on IPL

India’s short video platforms generated around $100 million in FY24, contributing ~2% to the digital ad spend.

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Unilever CEO sees QComm driving up to 15% of HUL’s revenue in India

As the express logistics sector evolves, leading e-commerce companies are adapting their strategies to keep pace with demand.

Fernandez noted that quick commerce’s share of e-commerce sales in India has been doubling year-on-year, though from a relatively small base.

Coca-Cola narrows U.S. media review to WPP and Publicis Groupe

Coca-Cola at the time also brought in Dentsu as a complementary media partner to provide specialized capabilities in select Asian markets.

WPP has held the account since 2021, when it secured Coca-Cola’s global business and established Open X, a dedicated team managing the approximately $4 billion account.

Indian Gaming Federations unite to enforce responsible gaming; signs Code of Ethics

Launched by Karnataka’s IT & BT Minister Priyank Kharge at GAFX 2025, the initiative seeks to raise awareness about excessive digital consumption and integrate digital wellness into mainstream healthcare.

The CoE has been created based on global best practices and lays down a strong framework for responsible gaming such as age-gating, adopting stringent KYC and enabling user-set spending limits & self-exclusion.