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Hello! makes a grand entrance in India with a desi twist on glamour
MUMBAI: Say hello to the newest sparkle in India’s glossy galaxy. In a move that’s set to redefine celebrity journalism and luxury lifestyle reportage, the India Today Group has officially launched the Indian edition of the world-renowned Hello! magazine in partnership with HOLA! S.L.
The Spanish-born magazine, beloved globally for its inside access to star-studded lives, royal soirées, dream homes, and haute couture, is now ready to charm Indian readers in both print and digital formats. From cover-to-cover glamour to Instagram-worthy exclusives, Hello! India promises to bring readers up close and personal with celebrities, fashion icons, and tastemakers with a touch of desi dazzle.
Talking about the launch, India Today Group vice chairperson & executive editor-in-chief Kalli Purie said, “We are very excited to add HELLO! to our existing lifestyleportfolio. I am confident that Ruchika and Sakshi will use their vast experience to make Hello! a leading brand in India”
“As Hola! completes 80 glorious years, we’re proud and delighted that Hello! India continues to be part of our story. We know that everyone who reads and connects with it will always find so much to celebrate,” said Hola S.L. Group and Hello! chairman Eduardo Sanchez Pérez.
On the business front, India Today Group COO of lifestyle & luxury business Sakshi Kohli will lead the charge. A veteran of the group with more than 17 years of experience, Kohli has spearheaded other luxury titles like Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, and Brides Today.
With a print edition, a strong digital presence, and marquee lifestyle events on the cards, Hello! India is poised to add a fresh, glossy glow to the country’s publishing landscape. So, whether it’s the latest red-carpet moment or a peek inside a palace, it’s time to say Hello! to a world of timeless glamour with an Indian soul.
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Swiggy sees record orders during India vs New Zealand T20 final
Chicken biryani tops match-day menu as fans order 7,500 times per minute at peak.
MUMBAI: India’s T20 final didn’t just break stumps, it broke Swiggy’s delivery records, proving cricket fans celebrate victories with plates, not just flags. Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, reported a sharp spike in food orders during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. On 8 March 2026, overall orders rose 23.2 per cent year-on-year compared with the same date in 2025, driven by fans turning living rooms into mini stadiums complete with match-day feasts.
Key highlights from the evening:
- Orders during peak match hours (7–10 pm) were 2.1 times higher than pre-match levels.
- The highest order rate hit 7,500 orders per minute at 19:45.
- Chicken biryani reigned supreme as the most-ordered dish, followed by masala dosa, chicken fried rice, garlic breadsticks and paneer butter masala.
While metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and Hyderabad led volumes, the cricketing fever spread nationwide. Among emerging cities, Thiruvananthapuram, Surat and Rajkot recorded the strongest order growth. Smaller markets including Shillong, Agartala and Port Blair also showed significant appetite, underlining the expanding footprint of quick-commerce food delivery across India.
The surge reflects a growing trend of pairing major sporting events with doorstep delivery, turning big matches into shared, convenient celebrations. In a night where every boundary mattered, Swiggy proved the real MVP might just be the delivery partner who kept the snacks and the vibes flowing without missing a single wicket.
