Brands
Caprese’s Aurora bags redefine standards with color changing effects
Mumbai: Get ready to be mesmerized by Caprese, the premium handbag brand, as they launch the groundbreaking Aurora Collection. This collection is the most innovative collection of bags by Caprese, featuring revolutionary color-changing technology that will add a touch of magic to your daily fashion.
The Aurora Collection is a testament to contemporary chic, offering designs that are visually stunning and inherently captivating. These bags stand out with their innovative color-changing properties, crafted from photochromic material. When exposed to sunlight, they undergo a magical metamorphosis, revealing an array of new hues and shades. The real charm of the Aurora Collection lies in its transformative ability, making it a true game-changer in the world of fashion accessories.
Caprese business head Pushpita Gaur highlights the brand’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of style and functionality, saying, “At Caprese, we are inspired by the ever-changing beauty of the natural world. The Aurora Collection is an experience, a reflection of that beauty.”
While the color-changing feature is dazzling, these bags don’t compromise on functionality. Meticulously crafted to meet the demands of modern women, the collection includes medium satchels, large totes, medium totes, and slings, offering a variety of options for different occasions. However, the star of the collection is the ‘Fashion Backpack’ and the ‘Laptop Tote.’ Aurora Bags were also showcased in Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI October 2023 X Caprese.
Fashion backpack: This bag blends the style of a backpack with the elegance of a handbag, offering both fashion-forward design and functionality. The innovative color-changing feature extends to the ‘Fashion Backpack,’ making it a must-have for trendsetters who demand style and practicality.
Laptop Tote: Designed for the modern woman on the move, the ‘Laptop Tote’ seamlessly integrates color-changing technology with the convenience of a laptop bag. It’s not just a bag; it’s a statement of contemporary fashion and versatility.
The Aurora Collection is available at an attractive price range of Rs 3299 to Rs 4999/-. You can find these captivating bags in Caprese’s retail stores, on their website, and through various e-commerce platforms, including Myntra, Nykaa, and more.
Brands
upGrad acquires Internshala in 90 per cent stock deal to own career funnel
Deal aims to scale Internshala’s revenue from Rs 45 crore to Rs 100 crore
MUMBAI: upGrad has acquired Internshala, the world’s largest internship and early-talent marketplace, in a bid to stitch education, skilling and employment into a single career pipeline.
The transaction, announced on 26 February, is structured as a 90 per cent stock-swap, with the financial terms undisclosed. The deal deepens upGrad’s push to control the full career lifecycle, from learning to hiring, at a time when India’s skilling economy is under pressure to deliver outcomes, not just credentials.
Founded in 2010, Internshala claims more than 34 million registered users and 450,000 employers, with roughly 3 million active applicants each year. Over 40 per cent of its users come from tier 2 and tier 3 cities, and most of the platform’s traffic is organic. The company currently reports an annual revenue base of Rs 45 crore.
Under upGrad’s ownership, Internshala is expected to scale aggressively. The company aims to grow the platform’s revenue to Rs 100 crore and beyond, backed by increased investment in product development, AI-led talent matching and enterprise hiring solutions.
Internshala will continue to operate as an independent brand, led by its founder and CEO Sarvesh Agrawal, while tapping into upGrad’s technology stack, distribution and learning ecosystem.
“Education and employment in India have operated in silos for too long,” said upGrad head of corporate strategy and growth Chirag Samdaria. He said the acquisition strengthens the earliest and most consequential stage of the career journey, where intent is high and outcomes can be shaped.
Agrawal described the deal as a natural convergence of learning and opportunity, adding that the partnership would allow Internshala to skill millions of candidates and supply pre-trained talent to employers at scale.
Investec acted as exclusive financial adviser to Internshala.
The acquisition marks a strategic milestone for upGrad as it seeks to position itself not merely as an education provider, but as an end-to-end workforce development platform aligned with India’s evolving labour market.
