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ZOYA – A Tata Product introduces “Rhapsodie”
Mumbai: ZOYA from the House of Tata, presents Rhapsodie, an artistic collection characterized by delicate fluid designs and fascinating rare stones. It is inspired by the celebrated techniques of haute cuisine, reimagined into enticing forms of haute joaillerie. With an abstract interpretation of gourmet techniques such as dripping, brushing, layering, scaling, wrap and roll, pinch and fold, this summery collection redefines the rules of fine jewellery with versatile and wearable pieces, which are perfect for brunches and casual outings.
Celebrated interior designer Susanne Khan and master chef Sarah Todd joined ZOYA’s Brand Head, Amanpreet Ahluwalia at the launch of this exquisite collection.As a founder of India’s first and most unique design concept store, Charcoal Project, Sussanne’s focus on design and creativity found synergy with ZOYA’s own approach to creation of collections while Sarah, an internationally acclaimed restaurateur and chef was the perfect match for the event with gourmet plating techniques being the focal point of Rhapsodie.
Said Sussanne Khan, “The collection is a rare visual treat. As a designer I appreciate its uniquely sweeping forms, colors and textures. Also, the brilliance of the stones – rutilated quartz, peridots, tiger eyes and briolettes in interesting shapes and forms, make the pieces truly alluring.The use of refined technology and fine detailing have created a distinguished line of contemporary masterpieces that blend graceful femininity with industrial modernity.”
Sarah demonstrated various gourmet techniques that have inspired the collection to Sussanne and guests present at the event. Post which, the guests also tried their hand at different plating techniques. The collectionwhich is designed for a quintessential ZOYA woman and is an ode to her passion and creativity,features a stunning variety of chic yard chains, an array of playful rings and earrings, differentiated bracelets and exquisite pendants.
Speaking at the event Sarah Todd said, “I am excited to be at the ZOYAcollection launch. I admire the creativity and craftsmanship reflected in this stunning collection, Rhapsodie, which translates the richand diverse techniques of gourmet, into exquisite works of art. It is a creative concept and we have tried to show some of these techniques here today that have inspired the beautiful designs in this collection.”
Concluded Amanpreet Ahluwalia, Brand Head, ZOYA, “Rhapsodie is a unique and artistic collectioninspired from different techniques of gourmet. It is characterized by fluid designs and differentiated texturesrealized through exquisite craftsmanship. It also introduces an interesting array of precious stones in fine jewellery, which are not usually seen in India. Meant fora modern, erudite woman who is a connoisseur of art, this collectionis a tribute to her love, her passion, her fire and her creativity.”
Brands
UltraTech Cement appoints Jayant Dua as managing director
Dua will succeed K. C. Jhanwar after his term ends in December 2026
MUMBAI: UltraTech Cement, the flagship cement arm of the Aditya Birla Group, has elevated Jayant Dua as managing director, effective 1 April, 2026.
The company’s board also approved his appointment as additional director, managing director and key managerial personnel, effective 1 January, 2027, following the completion of the current managing director K C Jhanwar’s term on 31 December, 2026, according to a regulatory filing.
Dua will serve as managing director for a four-year term from 1 January, 2027 to 31 December, 2030.
A veteran executive with more than 37 years of professional experience, Dua joined the Aditya Birla Group’s cement business in 1996 and spent nearly a decade in various functional and leadership roles.
Over the past two decades, he has held several profit-and-loss and chief executive responsibilities across multiple group businesses, including insulators, insurance, Century Cement and the chlor-alkali segment. In 2023, he was elevated to lead the group’s renewables and textiles businesses.
Within the group, Dua has received several internal honours, including the chairman’s individual award for exceptional contribution in 2002, the outstanding leader award in 2009 and the leader of leaders recognition in 2022.
He holds an engineering degree from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, an MBA from International Management Institute and has completed the advanced management programme at Harvard Business School.
