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Mismatchd unveils new fashion designs
Mumbai: Mismatchd is shaking up the fashion scene by celebrating the concept of duality—think Yin and Yang, Day and Night, and the divine balance of Shiva as both creator and destroyer. The brand’s designs capture the different facets of personality, inviting wearers to embrace the bold, the subtle, the adventurous, and the cozy.
The brand is committed to sustainability, also championing an “Eco-Fabulous” approach that weaves eco-conscious practices into every step of the process. From thoughtfully sourced materials to a no-waste, low-inventory model, every piece is crafted with care, allowing individuals to look fabulous while being kind to the planet.
Founded by D2C marketing veteran Sakshi Sharma, Mismatchd stands apart in a world dominated by fleeting trends. “Mismatchd is born from the philosophy of duality,” says Sharma. “We invite you to embrace every aspect of yourself—the bold, the subtle, the adventurous, and the cozy. Fashion should celebrate your multifaceted identity, and with Mismatchd, it’s not just fabulous—it’s eco-fabulous. Our goal is to prove that looking good and feeling good about your choices can go hand in hand.”
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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.
