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Philips partners with MTDC to light up Gateway of India
MUMBAI: Philips in partnership with Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) has announced that it will give a “lighting” make over to the city’s iconic monument – the Gateway of India – on 24 January.
Philips Lighting India marketing head Sumit Joshi said, “Philips is extremely proud to partner with MTDC to design the lighting of the Gateway of India. Counted among the architectural heritage of India, this structure is of greater historical importance to the city of Mumbai. This initiative reiterates our commitment towards enhancing the magnificence of towering monuments in India with energy efficient lighting solutions. With our range of dynamic LED solutions and our expertise, we hope to enhance the architecture of this city and create an inspiring public space that attracts more and more visitors. We are confident that the lighting makeover on 24 January will be amazing and will enhance the night time view of Gateway of India.”
In line with Philips’ and MTDC’s commitment towards sustainability practices, the heritage building will not only go greener but also more colorful as it gets a new energy-efficient LED lighting system called Philips Color Kinetics.
The brand ambassador Ranbir Kapoor said, “As a Mumbaikar, it makes me immensely proud to know that the Gateway of India is going in for a spectacular visual makeover. The majestic monument is a must-visit in Mumbai and with this initiative; it will surely become a must-visit at night. With Philips lighting up the Gateway of India using its technologically advanced LED lighting solutions, we can look forward to a visual treat from January 24 onwards.”
The technologically-advanced LED lighting system, offers a palette of 16 million shades that can be programmed to create dynamic and unique lighting shows.
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Axis Bank named Official Banking Partner of DP World PGTI
Partnership supports all tournaments this season to grow professional golf in India.
MUMBAI: Axis Bank just teed up a hole-in-one partnership because when a bank sponsors golf’s biggest swing in India, even the fairways feel more financially secure. Axis Bank has been appointed Official Banking Partner of the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI), strengthening its commitment to sporting excellence and community engagement while backing the growth of professional golf across the country.
Under the partnership, Axis Bank will support all DP World PGTI tournaments this season, contributing to talent development, enhanced tournament experiences and wider fan engagement. The collaboration aligns the bank’s values of precision, discipline and trust with the Tour’s focus on performance and opportunity.
Axis Bank executive director Munish Sharda said, “We are pleased to partner with DP World PGTI as its Official Banking Partner. Golf embodies precision, discipline, and a pursuit of excellence qualities that strongly reflect who we are at Axis Bank. This association also strengthens our engagement with India’s growing premium customer segments, where the sport has a deep and enduring connect.”
Professional Golf Tour of India president Kapil Dev said, “We are extremely pleased to welcome Axis Bank as a Tour Partner of the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India. Partnerships of this stature play a vital role in strengthening the foundation of the Tour, enhancing opportunities for our players, and expanding the sport’s reach across the country.”
Professional Golf Tour of India CEO Amandeep Johl added, “Axis Bank’s strong legacy of excellence, innovation, and nationwide reach aligns perfectly with DP World PGTI’s goal to elevate professional golf in India and provide greater opportunities for our players.”
In a sport where every stroke counts and every partnership drives distance, Axis Bank isn’t just backing golfers, it’s investing in the fairway to future, turning India’s greens into a stage where precision meets passion and every drive has the power to inspire.
