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Priti Rajput joins WOW Skin Science as VP marketing
Mumbai: D2C beauty and wellness brand WOW Skin Science has appointed Priti Rajput as vice president-marketing (WOW Skincare and Haircare). In her new role, she will work closely in developing marketing strategies and plans across channels & mediums.
Her core responsibilities will entail strategizing and leading communication campaigns to drive brand goals across topline and bottom-line for the skincare and haircare portfolio, directing and coordinating marketing efforts to deliver on the brand’s growth across online and offline channels. She will also be in charge of identifying potential white spaces for the next round of growth leaps.
With her vast repertoire in the field of innovation, brand management and marketing for over twelve years, she has led the personal care portfolio for the GoodGlamm group and was the global head of category, hair colour, hygiene for Godrej Consumer Products Limited. She was also responsible for haircare and skincare for Loreal Paris South Asian market. Priti has also lent her expertise as a senior manager for innovation and marketing mix development for Garnier Hair Care in India and Australia.
Speaking about her new role, Priti Rajput said, ‘’WOW Skin Science’s values and ethos of providing consumers with safe and natural solutions while ensuring a greener tomorrow has always resonated with my own personal values. I am excited to be a part of this dynamic team and look forward to leveraging my skills and expertise to further strengthen WOW’s position as the go-to beauty and personal care brand.”
Adding to this, WOW Skin Science co-founder Manish Chowdhary said, “We are delighted to welcome Priti to the WOW family. Her rich experience in innovation, brand management, and consumer insight, will prove resourceful in helping WOW Skin Science to thrive and grow in this age of digital transformation. We believe that she will be a tenacious leader who will help WOW Skin Science great heights in the near future.’’
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BLR Airport Launches ‘Connections’ Service to Ease Transit Travel
New initiative targets smoother transfers as Bengaluru hub traffic rises 30 per cent.
MUMBAI: Missed connections may be a traveller’s nightmare but Bengaluru is trying to make them a thing of the past. Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has rolled out ‘Connections by BLR’, a new transfer programme designed to take the friction out of connecting journeys. Built around three pillars ease, efficiency and experience,the initiative aims to simplify what is often the most stressful leg of air travel.
The move comes as transfer traffic at BLR Airport climbs sharply, up more than 30 per cent year-on-year. Transfers currently account for around 15 per cent of total passenger traffic and are projected to touch 20 per cent by 2026, signalling a clear shift in how the airport is positioning itself within airline networks.
At its core, the programme focuses on making navigation intuitive and downtime more comfortable. Dedicated transfer desks have been set up across terminals, supported by colour-coded wayfinding blue and yellow signage designed for quick recognition. Inter-terminal movement is being streamlined through complimentary shuttle services with predictable wait times, while designated transfer zones aim to reduce passenger confusion.
Beyond logistics, the airport is leaning into experience. Travellers in transit now have access to a wider choice of lounges, curated retail and food and beverage options, as well as sleeping pods for short stays. For longer layovers, transit hotels in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 offer boutique in-terminal accommodation, an increasingly sought-after feature as global travel patterns evolve.
The timing is strategic. BLR Airport now connects to 114 passenger destinations 80 domestic and 34 international with key routes spanning Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Pune domestically, and Singapore, London Heathrow, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur internationally. Recent additions such as Hindon, Bidar and Silchar within India, alongside Dammam, Hanoi and Riyadh overseas, are further expanding its reach.
Infrastructure is also catching up with ambition. Developments including the West Cross Taxiway, Terminal 1 refurbishment and Terminal 2 expansion are laying the groundwork for higher capacity and smoother operations critical for any airport aiming to become a serious transfer hub.
Bangalore International Airport Limited chief operating officer Girish Nair framed the initiative as both a response to demand and a forward-looking play. He pointed to the growing depth of the airport’s network and the opportunity to build a more reliable transfer ecosystem that benefits both passengers and airline partners.
In an era where travel is as much about transitions as destinations, BLR Airport is betting that a seamless connection might just be the journey’s most important upgrade.
