Brands
Chandrika Raamz marks a decade of success
Mumbai: Chandrika Raamz, the leading luxury menswear brand helmed by visionary designers Raamz and Chandrika, celebrates a decade of sartorial excellence. Over the past ten years, Raamz has cultivated an impressive portfolio, garnering a loyal clientele that includes A-list celebrities like Mahesh Babu, Allu Arjun, Ramcharan, Junior NTR, and Dulquer Salmaan, alongside renowned figures like the KCR family and also worked legendary actors like Rajnikanth, Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, and Balakrishna.
Raamz’s and Chandrika’s dedication is further reflected in the brand’s recent summer collection, “Swinging City.” This playful collection, featuring bold colors like red, black, and white, showcases Raamz’s ability to seamlessly blend traditional with contemporary flair.
Their designs have not only graced the esteemed Lakme Fashion Week runway twice but have also redefined luxury menswear in India. Chandrika Raamz caters to the discerning gentleman, offering a meticulously crafted selection of menswear that transcends fleeting trends. The brand boasts a comprehensive collection, including Dhoti Sets, Kurta Sets, Jodhpuri Sets, Shirt Sets, Sherwanis, Indo-Western pieces, and Jacket Sets. Each garment is a testament to Raamz and Chandrika’s unwavering commitment to quality and intricate design, resulting in timeless sophistication. For the younger generation, Raamz Jr., a dedicated line for boys, offers exquisite Kurta Sets, ensuring that fathers and sons can experience the Chandrika Raamz legacy together.
Raamz and Chandrika’s dedication extends beyond flawless tailoring. Chandrika Raamz is a brand built on a foundation of unwavering dedication. Through sheer hard work, unwavering consistency, and countless sacrifices, both of them have established a label that commands respect and admiration within the industry.
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.
