Brands
Amit Sadh unveils Ethnix by Raymond’s flagship store at Viviana Mall
MUMBAI: Ethnix by Raymond, the ethnic wear arm of the century-old Raymond Group, has opened its flagship store at Viviana Mall, Lake Shore, Thane: a fitting tribute to the city where the brand’s journey began.
The grand launch was headlined by acclaimed actor Amit Sadh, best known for Breathe and Kai Po Che, who cut the ribbon in style. Flanked by 18 models dressed in Ethnix ensembles, Sadh turned heads in a soft pink embroidered Indo-western look from the brand’s cocktail collection.
With over 140 exclusive outlets across 70 cities, Ethnix by Raymond continues to champion traditional Indian wear for every occasion: weddings, festivals, poojas, and beyond. The collection spans regal sherwanis, bandhgalas, kurtas, bundis, Indo-western hybrids, and accessories designed for grooms and their entourages alike.
Speaking at the event, Raymond Group, chief business officer, Vipul Mathur, said, “Ethnix by Raymond is a cultural statement. Our vision is to make ethnic wear aspirational and accessible, while staying true to heritage. This store represents not just fashion, but a celebration of India’s traditions reimagined for the modern man.”
Adding his perspective, Amit Sadh noted, “Ethnix by Raymond strikes the perfect balance of tradition and modernity. Every man will find something here that reflects his personality, whether it’s for a grand wedding or a festive occasion.”
The evening featured a live guitarist, exclusive media interactions, and photo moments that sealed the launch as both a fashion spectacle and a proud milestone for the Raymond legacy.
Brands
Ekart expands IKEA partnership with EV deliveries in Chennai
3PL to handle 600 plus products with 48 hour delivery via EV fleet.
MUMBAI: Flatpacks are going electric and your sofa might now arrive with a smaller carbon footprint. Ekart has expanded its partnership with IKEA to power last-mile deliveries in Chennai, doubling down on speed, scale and sustainability in one of India’s key urban markets. Under the collaboration, Ekart will manage end-to-end large-format deliveries for IKEA across the city using a 100 per cent dedicated electric vehicle fleet. The move makes Chennai the second major market after NCR-Delhi where Ekart handles IKEA’s last-mile logistics, signalling a broader rollout of EV-led supply chains.
The mandate is no small load. Ekart will oversee deliveries for over 600 products from IKEA’s catalogue, ranging from furniture to home décor—categories that demand specialised handling and precision logistics.
Backed by its technology-driven fulfilment network, Ekart is targeting deliveries within a 48-hour window, offering real-time tracking and end-to-end visibility from warehouse to doorstep. The focus is clear: faster turnarounds without compromising on control or customer experience.
The EV-first model also aligns with both companies’ sustainability goals, as urban logistics increasingly shifts towards zero-emission solutions. For IKEA, which continues to expand its omnichannel presence in India, reliable and eco-conscious last-mile delivery is becoming central to scale.
For Ekart, the partnership reinforces its positioning as an enterprise-grade logistics player in large-format commerce. The company already supports over 1,800 retail, D2C and enterprise brands, spanning last-mile delivery, part-truckload services and warehousing.
As India’s logistics ecosystem evolves, this collaboration highlights a growing trend: delivery is no longer just about distance, it’s about efficiency, experience and increasingly, emissions.
