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Alchemist Group re-launches Alchemist Human Assets Solutions [HAS]
Mumbai: Alchemist Talent Solutions has announced the re-launch of its boutique Executive Search Company, this time in partnership with an industry veteran, Rohit Adya, as a co-founder and director. Rohit’s extensive experience and strategic vision gathered over 4 decades In the Consumer Durables, Print Media, Television, Consulting, Telecom, Digital Services, Advisory & Board Roles in leading companies will be instrumental in driving the success of Alchemist HAS. The group has brought in a new Business Head to run the vertical, Arshad Qureshi. Arshad brings with him 24 years of experience in Sales, People Development, People Management and Business Management.
“The re-launch of our Executive Search Company marks an exciting new chapter for Alchemist Human Assets Solutions,” said Alchemist Talent Solutions managing director Manish Porwal. “We have always believed that round pegs don’t fit into square holes, and our nuanced understanding of both talent and roles reflects this philosophy. Our focus remains on delivering exceptional personalised service and strategic insights to our clients and candidates.” Rohit Adya adds, “I have always admired the way Alchemist has worked in their two zones of marketing solutions and talent solutions. I am glad I am now a part of this ecosystem and will be able to contribute from within. People are the biggest and most critical resource for any corporation of today, and Alchemist will play the role of providing that solution, so strategic to any organisation’s success.”
Alchemist HAS director Rajkumar Remalli added, “With the combined expertise of our talent and with Rohit Adya joining us, we are poised to deliver unparalleled service and successful placements in the marketing, media, and communication industries. Their leadership will be key in driving our continued growth and excellence.”
“We are committed to providing a high level of personalized service and successful placements,” said Alchemist HAS director Anujita Jain. “Our clients can expect an even higher level of strategic insights and bespoke solutions tailored to their specific needs.”
“We believe that everyone has unique strengths, and every project requires specific skills. Thus, a talent search is different from filling vacancies. Our goal is to align talent and skills with job requirements, so our clients benefit,” says Alchemist HAS business head Arshad Qureshi.
Digital
India leads global adoption of ChatGPT Images 2.0 in first week
From anime avatars to fantasy covers, users turn AI visuals into culture
NEW DELHI: India has emerged as the largest user base for ChatGPT Images 2.0, just a week after its launch by OpenAI, underlining the country’s growing influence on global internet trends.
While the tool was introduced as an advanced image-generation upgrade within ChatGPT, Indian users are quickly reshaping its purpose. Instead of sticking to productivity-led use cases, many are embracing it as a creative playground for self-expression, storytelling and online identity.
From anime-style portraits and cinematic headshots to tarot-inspired visuals and fictional newspaper front pages, the model is being used to create highly stylised, shareable content. Features such as accurate text rendering, multilingual prompts and the ability to generate detailed visuals with minimal input have helped drive rapid adoption.
What sets the latest model apart is its ability to “think” through prompts, generating multiple outputs and adapting to context, including real-time web inputs. But the bigger story lies in how users are engaging with it.
In India, trends are already taking shape. Popular formats include dramatic studio-style lighting edits, LinkedIn-ready headshots, manga-inspired avatars, soft pastel “spring” aesthetics, AI-led fashion moodboards, paparazzi-style visuals and fantasy newspaper covers. Users are also restoring old photographs, creating tarot-style imagery and experimenting with futuristic design concepts.
Local flavour is adding another layer. Prompts such as cinematic portrait collages and Y2K-inspired romantic edits are gaining traction, blending global aesthetics with distinctly Indian internet culture.
The surge reflects a broader shift in how AI tools are being used in the country, moving beyond utility to creativity. As younger users, creators and social media enthusiasts experiment with new visual formats, AI-generated imagery is increasingly becoming part of everyday digital expression.
If early trends hold, ChatGPT Images 2.0 may not just be a tech upgrade but a cultural moment, giving millions a new visual language to play with online.
