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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Zigly's 'International Happy Pets Day' Celebrates Pet Friendship and Brings Pet Community Together for Social Cause
NewsVoir New Delhi [India], August 4: Zigly, (Cosmo First Limited) India's first tech-enabled omnichannel pet care brand successfully concluded the second edition of 'International Happy Pets Day (IHPD)' across India, witnessing over 2200 pets and parents participating in the day-long celebration. Building on the incredible success of last year's inaugural event, this landmark festivity, coinciding with Friendship Day, celebrated the special bond between pet parents and their pawsome pals, while promoting responsible pet parenting. This year, the day-long festivity was spread across Zigly's Experience Centers across the country. The overwhelming response demonstrated the growing pet care community in India, their enthusiasm for dedicated pet-centric celebrations and sharing their pet parenting journey with new parents. Zigly's 'International Happy Pets Day' (IHPD) celebration featured a host of activities to delight both pets and pet parents, creating memorable bonding moments. In a first of its kind from an omnichannel program in the industry, Zigly launched 'Zigly Coins' - where customers can earn one coin on every spend of Rs. 100, with each coin valued at Re 1, adding value to a customer's purchase for their furry friends. The event also marked the launch of an exclusive range of pet products such as Wet Food & Fresh Food and Yak Chews for dental hygiene by in-house Applod Brand, Travel Mat in Zigly Lifestyle, launch of a new brand Catmos for Cat litter and Grooming tools in Fur Pro range for dogs and cats. Celebrating the second year of IHPD, Mr Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First said, "This strong response to our second International Happy Pets Day validates our vision of creating meaningful experiences for India's pet community. The enthusiasm and participation we witnessed across all our centers reinforces our belief that pet parents are looking for avenues that celebrate their bond with their companions while providing valuable services, community connections and a safe space to educate new pet parents. This success motivates us to continue innovating and expanding our offerings for the pet care ecosystem in India." Interactive games, puzzles and free treats kept the tails wagging while the twinning contests and pet fashion shows were major crowd-pullers, with participants showcasing creative outfits and celebrating the unique personalities of their pets. Professional pet portraits and photobooth sessions captured precious memories for families. Additionally, live entertainment and surprise goodies brought 'pawsitive' cheers to the event. Over 100 performers and artists along with pet parents created a vibrant atmosphere, with the brand's signature song "O Mere Yaara" adding a special touch to the celebrations. Further, over 150 pet influencers happily participated in the event, making it a grand celebration. As part of this initiative, pet parents received complimentary health check-ups for their pets, along with anti-rabies vaccinations among many other benefits, including flat 20% off on Everyday Shine grooming services, discounts on select food brands, treats, and toys, along with attractive offers on Zigly Lifestyle products. Recognising the people who are equally helping the pet care ecosystem to flourish, Zigly also presented few special award and trophies at IHPD. The 'Influencer of the Year' awards recognised pet influencers for creating the most engaging content, while the 'Influencer of Empathy' awards honoured those who made significant contributions in Animal welfare. Further, to celebrate the unique bonds between pet and their human, Zigly also presented 'Pets Got Talent' award, showcasing some amazing and unique abilities of participating pets. Keeping true to the genesis of Zigly, 100% of the proceeds from the event's ticket sales were donated to Zigly Foundation, demonstrating the company's dedication to support the broader animal welfare and supporting various NGOs associated with the foundation. This year, Rs. 3 lakhs was raised during the event, which will enhance the foundation's work to raise awareness about pet and animal rights, conduct pet adoption drive and support various animal shelters. The positive reception to IHPD 2025 continues to strengthen Zigly's position as a comprehensive petcare company in India. Initiatives such as Zigly Coins and Happy Pet Index launched during the inaugural IHPD, highlights the brand's innovative service and creating community-driven experiences that enhance the lives of pets and their parents. Zigly is a leading omnichannel platform for pet care, offering comprehensive veterinary care, best-in-class pet spa and grooming services, pet fashion, pet food, and more. With multiple experience centers across India, including Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Bangalore, Secunderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Indore, and Dehradun, Chandigarh, Panchkula and Ludhiana Zigly is expanding its physical presence by opening new stores in other major cities. As a direct-to-consumer (D2C) pet care brand under the umbrella of Cosmo First, Zigly is committed to providing innovative solutions for pet owners. Visit your nearest Zigly Experience center, log on to or download the Zigly App to discover the Zigly experience today. Founded in 1981, Cosmo First is a multinational conglomerate and global leader in specialty films, with five major business verticals and operations in over 100 countries. Its portfolio spans flexible packaging, lamination, labelling and specialty films (Cosmo Films), specialty chemicals (Cosmo Speciality Chemicals), rigid packaging (Cosmo Plastech), window films (Cosmo Sunshield), automotive paint protection films (Cosmo PPF), and digital-first omni channel pet care (Zigly), supported by a legacy of innovation and industry leadership.
Fashion Value Chain
5 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Zigly's ‘International Happy Pets Day' Celebrates Pet Friendship and Brings Pet Community Together for Social Cause
Over 2200 pets and their parents celebrated the day together across India, and Rs. 3 lakhs raised for animal welfare Launched exclusive range on Pet products under in-house labels: Applod, Fur Pro and Zigly lifestyle Zigly, (Cosmo First Limited) India's first tech-enabled omnichannel pet care brand successfully concluded the second edition of 'International Happy Pets Day (IHPD)' across India, witnessing over 2200 pets and parents participating in the day-long celebration. Building on the incredible success of last year's inaugural event, this landmark festivity, coinciding with Friendship Day, celebrated the special bond between pet parents and their pawsome pals, while promoting responsible pet parenting. Cheque for the proceeds from ticket sales being handed over to Zigly Foundation This year, the day-long festivity was spread across Zigly's Experience Centers across the country. The overwhelming response demonstrated the growing pet care community in India, their enthusiasm for dedicated pet-centric celebrations and sharing their pet parenting journey with new parents. Zigly's 'International Happy Pets Day' (IHPD) celebration featured a host of activities to delight both pets and pet parents, creating memorable bonding moments. In a first of its kind from an omnichannel program in the industry, Zigly launched 'Zigly Coins' – where customers can earn one coin on every spend of Rs. 100, with each coin valued at Re 1, adding value to a customer's purchase for their furry friends. The event also marked the launch of an exclusive range of pet products such as Wet Food & Fresh Food and Yak Chews for dental hygiene by in-house Applod Brand, Travel Mat in Zigly Lifestyle, launch of a new brand Catmos for Cat litter and Grooming tools in Fur Pro range for dogs and cats. Celebrating the second year of IHPD, Mr Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First said, 'This strong response to our second International Happy Pets Day validates our vision of creating meaningful experiences for India's pet community. The enthusiasm and participation we witnessed across all our centers reinforces our belief that pet parents are looking for avenues that celebrate their bond with their companions while providing valuable services, community connections and a safe space to educate new pet parents. This success motivates us to continue innovating and expanding our offerings for the pet care ecosystem in India.' Interactive games, puzzles and free treats kept the tails wagging while the twinning contests and pet fashion shows were major crowd-pullers, with participants showcasing creative outfits and celebrating the unique personalities of their pets. Professional pet portraits and photobooth sessions captured precious memories for families. Additionally, live entertainment and surprise goodies brought 'pawsitive' cheers to the event. Over 100 performers and artists along with pet parents created a vibrant atmosphere, with the brand's signature song 'O Mere Yaara' adding a special touch to the celebrations. Further, over 150 pet influencers happily participated in the event, making it a grand celebration. As part of this initiative, pet parents received complimentary health check-ups for their pets, along with anti-rabies vaccinations among many other benefits, including flat 20% off on Everyday Shine grooming services, discounts on select food brands, treats, and toys, along with attractive offers on Zigly Lifestyle products. Recognising the people who are equally helping the pet care ecosystem to flourish, Zigly also presented few special award and trophies at IHPD. The 'Influencer of the Year' awards recognised pet influencers for creating the most engaging content, while the 'Influencer of Empathy' awards honoured those who made significant contributions in Animal welfare. Further, to celebrate the unique bonds between pet and their human, Zigly also presented 'Pets Got Talent' award, showcasing some amazing and unique abilities of participating pets. Keeping true to the genesis of Zigly, 100% of the proceeds from the event's ticket sales were donated to Zigly Foundation, demonstrating the company's dedication to support the broader animal welfare and supporting various NGOs associated with the foundation. This year, Rs. 3 lakhs was raised during the event, which will enhance the foundation's work to raise awareness about pet and animal rights, conduct pet adoption drive and support various animal shelters. The positive reception to IHPD 2025 continues to strengthen Zigly's position as a comprehensive petcare company in India. Initiatives such as Zigly Coins and Happy Pet Index launched during the inaugural IHPD, highlights the brand's innovative service and creating community-driven experiences that enhance the lives of pets and their parents. About Zigly Zigly is a leading omnichannel platform for pet care, offering comprehensive veterinary care, best-in-class pet spa and grooming services, pet fashion, pet food, and more. With multiple experience centers across India, including Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Bangalore, Secunderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Indore, and Dehradun, Chandigarh, Panchkula and Ludhiana Zigly is expanding its physical presence by opening new stores in other major cities. As a direct-to-consumer (D2C) pet care brand under the umbrella of Cosmo First, Zigly is committed to providing innovative solutions for pet owners. Visit your nearest Zigly Experience center, log on to or download the Zigly App to discover the Zigly experience today. About Cosmo First Limited Founded in 1981, Cosmo First is a multinational conglomerate and global leader in specialty films, with five major business verticals and operations in over 100 countries. Its portfolio spans flexible packaging, lamination, labelling and specialty films (Cosmo Films), specialty chemicals (Cosmo Speciality Chemicals), rigid packaging (Cosmo Plastech), window films (Cosmo Sunshield), automotive paint protection films (Cosmo PPF), and digital-first omni channel pet care (Zigly), supported by a legacy of innovation and industry leadership.
Business Upturn
28-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Cosmo First's Zigly acquires Dr. Santa Animal Healthcare, launches multi-speciality pet care centre in Whitefield, Bengaluru
By Aman Shukla Published on July 28, 2025, 16:36 IST Zigly, India's first tech-enabled omni-channel pet care brand and a part of Cosmo First, has announced the strategic acquisition of Dr. Santa Animal Healthcare, a reputed veterinary clinic based in Bengaluru. The acquisition marks the launch of Zigly's full-fledged 24×7 multi-speciality pet hospital in Whitefield, reinforcing its commitment to premium pet wellness services. The Whitefield centre will offer round-the-clock veterinary care, surgeries, diagnostics, grooming spa, and curated pet products from Applod, FurPro, and Zigly Lifestyle. Dr. Santa, with over five years of experience and Rs 2.23 crore (unaudited) in FY25 revenue, brings a strong client base and operational legacy. With this expansion, Zigly now operates six centres in Bengaluru—HSR Layout, JP Nagar, New Bel Road, Koramangala, Karthik Nagar, and Whitefield. The acquisition includes all assets, employees, and customer data, ensuring a seamless transition for existing pet parents. Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO of Cosmo First, said the move strengthens Zigly's mission to deliver holistic and modern pet care. The new centre is located at Pattandur Agrahara Village, Ambedkar Nagar, Whitefield. This launch further positions Zigly as a leader in India's growing premium pet care segment, offering tech-enabled, comprehensive wellness solutions for pets. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Fibre2Fashion
04-06-2025
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
Cosmo First adds $46.56 mn BOPP film line in Aurangabad
Cosmo First, a global leader in films for packaging, lamination, labelling and synthetic paper announces the successful commissioning of new BOPP (Biaxially Oriented PolyPropylene) Film Line with Capex of Rs 400 crores+ at Company's existing manufacturing plant located at Aurangabad, Maharashtra. The new line boasts an annual rated capacity of 81,200 MT with the world's most advanced technology. With the commissioning of the new line, the Company's annual BOPP capacity will increase by approx. 40% to 2,77,000 MT. Cosmo First has commissioned a new BOPP film line at its Aurangabad plant with a Capex of ₹400+ crore (~$46.56 million), adding 81,200 MT capacity and raising total BOPP output by ~40 per cent to 2,77,000 MT. The line uses advanced tech and supports expansion in speciality films, with several new products planned. It's also cost-efficient and eligible for state incentives. Speciality sales at Cosmo First have been growing at a CAGR of 10% for the last 6 years. The new BOPP Line will support Cosmo in further expanding its product portfolio across speciality films and packaging. The Company plans to further strengthen its speciality films product portfolio with several new products in the pipeline, expected to be launched in the upcoming quarters. Speaking on the development Mr Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First, said, 'We expect the line to get filled fast due to current favourable gap in demand and supply in the domestic industry. Further, the new BOPP film line shall be eligible for state govt incentives beside being the most cost-efficient line in India. The Company's focus will be on taking full leverage of the new investments including BOPP line and grow specialty film sales.' Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (HU)
Business Upturn
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Cosmo First commissions new BOPP Film Line at Aurangabad plant
By Aman Shukla Published on June 2, 2025, 10:12 IST Cosmo First Ltd, a global supplier of films for packaging, lamination, labelling, and synthetic paper, has successfully commissioned a new BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) film line at its manufacturing facility in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. The new BOPP line involves a capital expenditure of over ₹400 crore and adds an annual production capacity of 81,200 metric tonnes (MT). With this addition, Cosmo First's total annual BOPP capacity rises by approximately 40%, reaching 2,77,000 MT. This development is part of the company's strategic initiative to scale up production and meet the growing demand for speciality packaging films. Cosmo First has recorded a 10% CAGR in speciality film sales over the past six years. The expanded capacity is expected to support the launch of several new speciality products in the coming quarters. The company stated that the new line features advanced manufacturing technology, aimed at enhancing efficiency and broadening its product offerings in the speciality films and packaging segments. Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First, stated, 'We expect the line to get filled fast due to current favourable gap in demand and supply in the domestic industry. Further, the new BOPP film line shall be eligible for state govt incentives beside being the most cost-efficient line in India. The Company's focus will be on taking full leverage of the new investments including BOPP line and grow specialty film sales.' Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
