Brands
Shalimar Paints expands HERO product Line with innovative solutions
Mumbai: Shalimar Paints Ltd., the Indian paints industry with a legacy of over 120 years, celebrated the success of their flagship product, HERO, and introduced innovative products that expanded their extensive portfolio at a dynamic event in Kolkata. At the heart of the event was the HERO 5-in-1 Super Premium Interior Emulsion’s triumph, accompanied by the launch of HERO Super Premium Exterior Emulsion and HERO Interior Exterior.
Embodying the vision of transformation and advancement, these introductions were part of the trailblazing campaign ‘Upgrade Kiya Kya’, which inspires consumers to enhance their homes with paints formulated using superior technology. Shalimar Paints leverages robust research and development capabilities to deliver innovative products.
Shalimar Paints director- of sales and marketing Kuldip Raina said, “This event underscores Shalimar Paints’ relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. We are overwhelmed by the success of HERO Super Premium Interior Emulsion which has become the preferred choice among consumers within a year.”
Shalimar Paints has launched an advanced collection of waterproofing solutions featuring cutting-edge technology with elastomeric properties and fibre reinforcement. These ensure superior crack-bridging capabilities, effectively sealing even the smallest cracks to prevent water seepage and structural damage. The company’s commitment to durability is exemplified in products like Zero Damp Advance and Zero Damp Smart, offering dual seepage resistance ideal for homes exposed to high moisture or heavy rainfall. Additionally, their comprehensive range of wood coatings including Melamine, NC Lacquer, sealer, and 1k PU finishes, is meticulously crafted to meet all customer needs for preserving and enhancing wooden items, combining aesthetic appeal with robust protection. Together, these solutions ensure long-lasting beauty and protection for cherished wooden treasures.
He added, “We are thrilled to introduce new additions that underscore our commitment to delivering superior products, exceeding customer expectations. These innovations result from robust research, promising long-lasting wall aesthetics. Additionally, our comprehensive range includes wood coatings and ZERO Damp waterproofing products, ideal for safeguarding walls from moisture and damage, especially as the monsoon approaches. We are confident these latest offerings will be warmly embraced and valued by our customers.”
In the past year, Shalimar Paints has launched new products to meet the needs of the ever-evolving consumer. Each product showcases the company’s dedication to innovation and sustainability. The company is investing significantly in a state-of-the-art R&D centre, reinforcing its dedication to making quality products innovation. In each can of paint from our factories is a promise of durability, excellence, and quality. Additionally, the company is building an exceptional team and fostering robust connections with consumers, servicing dealers, and painters to effectively decipher their needs and preferences.
Shalimar Paints is embodying a new avatar with technically advanced products, catering to the needs of the modern-day consumer who seeks to upgrade. Reinforcing its commitment to an enhanced experience that goes beyond traditional paint applications, Shalimar 2.0 enriches and revitalizes every space it touches.
Brands
IndiGo names William Walsh CEO
Former IATA chief to take charge in August after Elbers exit, Bhatia steers interim
India’s biggest airline has moved fast and gone global. InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has tapped aviation heavyweight William Walsh as chief executive officer, subject to regulatory approvals, marking a sharp pivot as the carrier eyes its next burst of expansion.
Walsh, currently director general at the International Air Transport Association, will step down on July 31, 2026, and is expected to take charge by August 3. The appointment comes barely three weeks after Pieter Elbers exited the corner office, with Rahul Bhatia holding the fort in the interim.
The choice signals intent. Walsh brings decades of cockpit-to-boardroom experience, having led British Airways and later International Airlines Group, the parent of Aer Lingus, Iberia and Vueling. His tenure across carriers has been defined by hard resets, restructurings and cross-border consolidation—skills IndiGo may need as competition intensifies and scale becomes decisive.
Vikram Singh Mehta, chairman and non-executive independent director of IndiGo, said Walsh’s experience in managing large-scale airline operations and navigating complex market dynamics makes him well-suited to lead IndiGo in an increasingly competitive global aviation environment, adding that the appointment marks a new chapter as the airline scales in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
Rahul Bhatia said Walsh’s global perspective, operational expertise and customer-focused approach would be critical as IndiGo enters its next phase of expansion.
Walsh, widely regarded as one of the industry’s most influential figures, will oversee overall management and strategic direction, with a mandate spanning operational performance, network expansion, commercial strategy and customer experience. He is expected to work closely with the board and leadership team to sharpen IndiGo’s growth trajectory.
Walsh said IndiGo has a strong foundation and is well-positioned to capitalise on the evolving aviation landscape, adding that he looks forward to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and sustainable value creation across the organisation.
A new captain, a bigger runway—and a market that rewards scale. IndiGo is lining up for its next take-off.
