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JJ Valaya, Skin Sin to launch a new label of fashion footwear
MUMBAI: Indian fashion designer JJ Valaya announced that he has joined hands with international fashion footwear brand Skin Sin to launch a new label of designer footwear.
The ability to grow and retain the mantle as India’s premier fashion designer has been the hallmark of Valaya while Skin Sin designer Arvind Bajaj is fast gaining a reputation as India’s first fashion footwear designer. Valaya will licence Skin Sin for the production, distribution and marketing rights of the label.
Announcing the launch, Valaya said, “There is a synergy of thoughts as Skin Sin understands the sensibilities of design and offers the latest in international standards. Therefore, our decision to launch a joint label.
“A lot of time is spent by the fashion-conscious Indian woman to find the footwear to go with her wardrobe. She has to either source the footwear from overseas or make do with existing designs, which are out of the current fashion scenario. Our new venture will offer the latest in design and technique with cutting edge finish.”
Speaking on the tie-up Bajaj said, “Brand Skin Sin and JJ Valaya compliment each other. Every Valaya creation is a fusion of contemporary and classics. JJ’s passion for colour, fabric and surface ornamentation is reflected in every piece, created and perfected to dress the present days’ individual.
“Skin Sin offers a unique blend of rich creativity with technical expertise that provides latest designs and supreme comfort in a shoe. With two minds working together we strive to present a product that has never been experienced before in the fashion footwear industry.”
Skin Sin executive director Vinod Kaul said, “Skin Sin is a premium designer wear brand that brings Indian consumers the latest in international fashion trends as they happen in the fashion capitals across the world. The tie-up with JJ Valaya reiterates our commitment to pioneer the domination of footwear in the Indian wardrobe.”
The collection will introduce 30 new styles of footwear for its label every season. The new range will be available across all Valaya and Skin Sin fashion boutiques in India, Dubai and Europe.
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Info Edge reshuffles senior roles, Ambrish Singh to 99acres, Bhisham Dhingra to lead Shiksha strategy
Leadership changes at Shiksha and 99acres aim to drive sharper growth focus
MUMBAI: Info Edge (India) Limited has approved an internal reorganisation of its education and real estate verticals, setting the stage for leadership changes aimed at sharpening execution and accelerating growth. The move, cleared by the board on April 14 through a circular resolution, will come into effect from May 1, 2026.
The restructuring impacts the company’s Shiksha and 99acres businesses, two key pillars in its portfolio, and involves role changes for senior management personnel. As part of the reshuffle, Ambrish Kumar Singh, previously executive vice president and head of sales and customer delivery for Shiksha, has been redesignated as executive vice president and head of sales and sales enablement at 99acres. A long-time company leader since 2003, Singh is expected to focus on boosting business performance, strengthening client relationships and building high-performing teams in his new role.
Meanwhile, Bhisham Dhingra, who led sales and customer delivery at 99acres, will now take on an expanded mandate as head of sales, strategy and client delivery for Shiksha. With over two decades of experience across global and Indian organisations, Dhingra will spearhead growth strategy, corporate sales and client engagement for the domestic education vertical.
Both executives will continue as senior management personnel, albeit with revised responsibilities aligned to the company’s broader restructuring goals.
Info Edge said the changes are part of ongoing efforts to leverage leadership expertise across business lines and improve operational effectiveness. The company added that the reshuffle is designed to drive stronger outcomes by aligning talent with evolving business priorities.
As Info Edge continues to fine-tune its structure, the latest leadership moves suggest a clear intent to keep its core platforms nimble, competitive and ready for the next phase of growth.
