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Power-exclusive brand outlets make a powerful entry into India
Mumbai: Bata India is set to redefine the sports shoes and activewear landscape with the relaunch of Exclusive Brand Outlets for sportswear and lifestyle brand ‘Power’. Headquartered in Canada, Power is known worldwide for its high-performance sports shoes and apparel. This pivotal shift is a strategic business decision, driven by the increasing popularity of athleisure and the adoption of an active lifestyle by modern Indian consumers.
Speaking on the occasion, Bata India managing director & chief executive officer Gunjan Shah said, “Power is a globally admired brand with a strong international presence. Recognizing the increased demand for athleisure in India, we decided to open Exclusive Brand Outlets for Power to offer a world-class shopping experience to our fitness-conscious consumers. With these new stores, we are making international technology-led footwear and apparel accessible to all. We aim to open 50 Power EBOs by the end of 2025.”
Bata Group Pietro Schira, chief brand officer, said, “The entry of Power EBOs in India marks an exciting chapter for Power, strengthening its global presence. The outlets will provide Indian consumers unparalleled access to our innovative products, satisfying local demand for international technology with high-quality performance shoes and apparel.”
The new store boasts of the latest and the most innovative products that offer high rebound, shock absorption, extended comfort and stability for various fitness activities like running, walking or training. The flagship offering under running, Power XO Rise+ features a unique technology in the midsole formulation that provides 25 per cent more rebound and also gives shock absorption through tunnel technology.
The Power Exclusive Brand Outlet is designed to create an immersive shopping experience, allowing customers to explore and indulge in the brand’s innovative offerings. To elevate customer experience, it offers global tech experience with digital receipts, Lift & Learn, and Omni-channel deliveries.
Visit your nearest Power store or shop the entire collection at bata.com.
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Allen Online releases new ‘Rise to the Top’ episode with MS Dhoni
Cricketing legend shares wisdom on second chances with NEET and JEE Advanced toppers.
MUMBAI: When life gives you a second innings, even MS Dhoni knows the real game begins after you’re exhausted. Allen Online has released the fourth episode of its inspiring podcast series Rise to the Top, featuring former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni in conversation with two determined students who cracked competitive exams on their second attempt.
Hemant Sharma from Bhiwani, Haryana, improved his NEET rank dramatically from AIR 29,284 to AIR 2,095 in just one year and is now pursuing MBBS at AIIMS Raebareli. Veeram Shah from Mumbai raised his JEE Advanced rank from AIR 8,068 to AIR 2,600 and is currently studying Mechanical Engineering at IIT Kanpur.
The episode, available on the Allen Online YouTube channel from 7 PM today, dives deep into what a genuine second attempt demands not just academically, but mentally and emotionally.
Hemant talks about rebuilding after a rank that haunted him, focusing only on his weak areas instead of starting from scratch. Veeram shares how he battled FOMO by quitting social media entirely and relying on one trusted friend while his peers celebrated college life.
When the students asked Dhoni about handling setbacks, the cricketing icon delivered a powerful message, “If life is giving you a second chance, then utilise it. Hard work counts only when you are fully exhausted… How much hard work you did after that, that defines you.”
Dhoni also spoke about treating criticism as useful information rather than judgement advice that resonated strongly with the students’ own journeys of stopping comparisons and focusing on self-improvement.
Through Rise to the Top, Allen Online continues to create a valuable platform where aspiring students can learn directly from role models about the mindset, discipline and resilience required to succeed in India’s fiercely competitive exam landscape.
In a conversation packed with candid stories and life lessons, this episode proves that second attempts aren’t just about trying again, they’re about rising stronger. Perfect timing for students gearing up for their own comeback stories.
