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  • Renowned Designer Lalit Dalmia presents “COSMIC QUEENS”

    Renowned designer Lalit Dalmia recently presented “COSMIC QUEENS” – A Celestial Fashion Odyssey…, a memorable night of glamour, style, innovation, and celebration of fashion. The designer aimed to push the boundaries of fashion and take audiences to a world beyond this world with his ‘COSMIC QUEENS – Collection 2024-25.

    The theme was a mesmerizing tribute to the beauty and wonders of the cosmos. This celestial-themed extravaganza showcased Lalit Dalmia’s latest bridal couture collection, redefining elegance and sophistication. Inspired by the mysteries of the universe, “Cosmic Queens” took the audience to a realm of stellar beauty, where models embodied the essence of celestial bodies.

    Intricate embroidery with beautiful patterns was brought to life with the use of pearls, sequins, cut dana, crystal, Swarovski … luminous drapes, and fabrics like organza, nets, tissues, and velvets, along with impeccable craftsmanship, creating a truly heavenly experience.

    The collection featured an array of show-stopping ensembles, each meticulously designed to capture the essence of a cosmic wonder. Mermaids styled and trail lehengas, gowns, Indo-western jackets, flared lehengas, and much more, were the highlights of the fashion couture show. From delicate beauty to majestic splendor, every piece was a testament to the designer’s mastery of luxury bridal wear.

    The color palette of ivory white, gold, champagne gold, rose gold, greys, midnight blues, and blacks depicted the creativity and beauty of the designer’s mind. The overall collection made heads turn, and the aura on the runway connected each soul to the Cosmos and the Creator GOD.

    The makeup of all the models was kept cosmic and divine, with subtle tones honoring each garment. Head gears like floral tiaras, crowns, diamond-studded hair bands, trails, and veils added a magical look to the overall representation of the show.

    “COSMIC QUEENS” wasn’t just a fashion show – it was an immersive experience that truly left a lasting impression on all who attended. The positive vibes of the show left everyone spellbound. With its unique blend of fashion, art, and divinity, this event has surely become the most talked-about show of the season and in fashion history.

     

    SHOW DETAILS:

    Date: 13th September 2024

    Venue: The Bristol Hotel, Gurugram


    Neel Achary

  • Raft Cosmic EV appoints ex-India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly as its brand ambassador

    Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has been named as the brand ambassador of Raft Cosmic EV on September 9. The partnership was unveiled at an event at Taj Bengal, Kolkata, coinciding with World EV Day.

    Sourav Ganguly rides an EV as Aditya Vikram Birla, Chairman & MD of Cosmic Birla Group stands next to him. Photo courtesy: Press Release
    Sourav Ganguly rides an EV as Aditya Vikram Birla, Chairman & MD of Cosmic Birla Group stands next to him. Photo courtesy: Press Release

    Raft Cosmic EV launched four EV models, which the company said will “redefine the automotive landscape”. Each model, it said, embodies a distinct character.

    Raft Cosmic EV Warrior (Street Fighter) is built for the urban jungle, the Warrior embodies resilience and power; Raft Cosmic EV Indus (Range King) is setting new standards in range efficiency, which the company termed as the “ultimate companion for long journeys”; Raft Cosmic EV Magnetic (Class and Simplicity), seamlessly blends sophistication with simplicity. The Magnetic exudes elegance in motion. Raft Cosmic EV Zanskar (Jewel of the Crown), radiates opulence and prestige. The Zanskar stands as the epitome of luxury and performance.

    Also read: 80 percent of all passenger vehicles in Singapore set to become EVs by 2040: Report

    This brand has garnered significant attention with each model offering a unique driving experience tailored to different preferences.

    At this Press Conference, Raft Cosmic EV unveiled the new facelift version of Warrior (Street Fighter) which comes with a new and improved digital dial, bigger in size and a new generation motor and controller for a lag-free and quick response time during acceleration.

    Aditya Vikram Birla, Chairman and MD of Cosmic Birla Group and Chairman and Mentor for Raft Motors Pvt. Ltd. and Sourav Ganguly, Former Indian Cricket Captain and Former BCCI President, alongside Jitendra Kochar, Chief Advisor to the Board, Vedant Mimani, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Kushal Choudhury, Chief Product Officer (CPO), Rajiv Shishir Nagar, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), and Coomar Sudarsan, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), attended the event.

    Sourav Ganguly (right) at the launch in Kolkata on September 9. Photo courtesy: Press release
    Sourav Ganguly (right) at the launch in Kolkata on September 9. Photo courtesy: Press release

    In his address, Aditya Vikram Birla expressed his excitement about the partnership and Raft Cosmic EV’s commitment to sustainable transportation.

    “At Raft Cosmic EV, we are dedicated to revolutionising the way you experience electric mobility. Our mission is to create high-performance, eco-friendly vehicles that not only meet but exceed your expectations. We are committed to delivering superior quality and unparalleled performance in every vehicle we produce. Our electric vehicles are designed with the latest technology & innovation to ensure maximum efficiency, reliability, and style. From the sleek design to the powerful motors, every detail is meticulously crafted to provide you with an exceptional driving experience,” he said.

    Aditya Vikram Birla, Chairman and MD of Cosmic Birla Group and Chairman and Mentor for Raft Motors Pvt. Ltd. Photo courtesy: Press Release
    Aditya Vikram Birla, Chairman and MD of Cosmic Birla Group and Chairman and Mentor for Raft Motors Pvt. Ltd. Photo courtesy: Press Release

    Sourav Ganguly shared his enthusiasm for the brand and its vision of a greener future. Talking about this partnership, he said, “At Raft Cosmic EV, sustainability is at the core of the values. They believe in creating a greener future, and these electric vehicles are a testament to that belief. By choosing Raft Cosmic EV, one is not only opting for cutting-edge technology but also contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable environment.”

    He emphasised on discovering the joy of driving an EV and be a part of the movement towards a sustainable future.

  • Singapore: MAS to bolster defence against money laundering and terrorism financing with COSMIC platform

    The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) on Monday launched COSMIC (Collaborative Sharing of Money Laundering/Terrorism Financing (ML/TF) Information & Cases), the primary centralised digital platform to facilitate sharing of buyer info amongst monetary establishments (FIs) to fight money laundering (ML), terrorism financing (TF) and proliferation financing (PF) globally, an official news release said.

    The MAS building. Photo courtesy: www.mas.gov.sg
    The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) constructing. Photo courtesy: www.mas.gov.sg

    The Financial Services and Markets (Amendment) Act 2023 and accompanying subsidiary laws, which set out the authorized foundation and safeguards for such sharing, commenced on the identical day.

    Following public session in October 2021, the Financial Services and Markets Act 2022 (FSMA) was amended in May 2023 to set out the legislative framework for COSMIC.

    COSMIC will allow FIs to warn one another of suspicious actions and make extra knowledgeable threat assessments on a well timed foundation. It enhances the business’s current shut collaboration with MAS and regulation enforcement authorities to fight monetary crime. This will strengthen Singapore’s capabilities to uphold our status as a well-regulated and trusted monetary centre.

    – Loo Siew Yee, Assistant Managing Director (Policy, Payments & Financial Crime), MAS.

    A COSMIC participant FI might share buyer info with one other participant FI provided that the client’s profile or behaviour shows sure objectively-defined indicators of suspicion, or “purple flags”.

    The FSMA requires participant FIs to have in place insurance policies and operational safeguards to defend the confidentiality of knowledge shared. This will enable participant FIs to share info on potential prison behaviour whereas safeguarding the pursuits of the overwhelming majority of shoppers who’re reputable. Customers are inspired to proceed to present well timed responses if requested by FIs to present clarifications on their threat profiles or transactions, in order that FIs could make knowledgeable threat assessments.

    COSMIC was co-developed by MAS and six main industrial banks in Singapore – DBS, OCBC, UOB, Citibank, HSBC and Standard Chartered Bank. These banks would be the participant FIs on COSMIC throughout its preliminary part.

    Information sharing is presently voluntary and targeted on three key monetary crime dangers in industrial banking, particularly: (a) misuse of authorized individuals; (b) misuse of commerce finance for illicit functions; and (c) proliferation financing.