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Harshita Gupta launches her clothing line – Chikankari Hues
Mumbai: Social media star and content creator Harshita Gupta, is on a mission to make every stride a style statement with the launch of her label Chikankari Hues in collaboration with her husband, Shrey Chhabra. Launched on 13 May, Chikankari Hues confirms a modern makeover to the traditional Mughal-era embroidery style from Lucknow, unveiling unique styles. The label has launched in forty-plus styles and is available in a wide variety of colours promising to entice women of all age groups.
Speaking about her newly launched venture, Chikankari Hues founder Harshita Gupta said, “There are two solid reasons why I founded the label: One is purely for my undying love for Chikankari since my roots belong to Lucknow. Fun fact – my husband and I wore an ensemble with Chikankari on the day of our wedding and so the craft certainly holds a special spot in our hearts. Secondly, to create a one-stop destination where true connoisseurs of Chikankari can make a purchase, as the label is experimenting with the craft like never before, keeping master craftsmen busy at work and ensuring the continuation of this rich legacy (supposedly dating back to Nur Jahan) in-lieu of justifiable wages for the beautiful work that they create.”
Born in Lucknow, Harshita began her career as an RJ at an established radio station. After the advent of digital media, she found solace in content creation, which eventually became a full-time career. Today, Harshita has garnered millions of followers across social media platforms. In 2023, she was featured in the Forbes list of the top 100 digital stars of India.
Chikankari has become an integral part of India’s heritage that was introduced by the Persian and Turkish rulers. However, the Nawabs of Awadh became the patrons of the craft, and today the embroidery has achieved a geographical indication (GI) tag, making it a globally renowned textile craft. All the products from ‘Chikankari Hues’ are now available on the website (https://chikankarihues.com/collections/all), along with an Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/chikankarihues/) and will be in the price range of Rs 25,00 to 10,000.
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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.
