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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Health
- Business Standard
Vimal Wellness: Reimagining Oils for a Healthier India
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 15: In a world where wellness is no longer a luxury but a lifestyle, Vimal Wellness steps forward with a quiet but powerful promise: to nourish, to care, and to evolve with its consumers. Curated as a wellness essential rather than just a cooking choice, Vimal Wellness is a fresh expression of everyday nourishment; it is a re-imagination of how edible oils can power the everyday health journeys of millions. A Legacy Reinvented Since 1993, Vimal Healthy Oils has been a trusted presence in Indian kitchens--known for its quality, reliability, and everyday nourishment. As consumer awareness continues to grow, so do their expectations. With evolving lifestyles, diverse dietary needs, and a deeper interest in preventive health, the opportunity was clear: to offer more choices, not replacements. Vimal Wellness was born to complement this journey- introducing a new range of edible oils that cater to the evolving definitions of wellness, while staying true to the values Vimal Healthy Oils has always stood for. Wellness, Pressed Cold and Served Pure At the heart of Vimal Wellness is a meticulously crafted portfolio of cold-pressed and gourmet oils--designed not just for taste, but for transformative health benefits. Cold pressing extracts oil in its most natural state, helping retain the original nutrients, antioxidants, and aroma of the seed- without altering their structure through heat or processing. Each bottle in the Vimal Wellness portfolio is crafted with intention--designed not just for superior cooking, but for nourishing lives every single day. The brand's portfolio features: - Cold Pressed Oils: Mustard, Sesame, Groundnut, and Coconut Oil - Gourmet Oils: Premium Sunflower Oils, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Extra Virgin Avocado Oil From cold-pressed staples to gourmet innovations, the Vimal Wellness range is built to adapt--not dictate. Each oil plays a unique role in supporting your lifestyle, your cooking style, and your evolving health priorities. And while no single oil can do it all, the right mix can. That's why Vimal Wellness embraces the belief that health isn't a one-size-fits-all approach- a reminder that health is not a fixed formula, but a fluid journey. By offering oils for different moments, moods, and meals, the brand empowers consumers to choose better--not just once, but every day. Among the crown jewels of the Vimal Wellness range is the Extra Virgin Avocado Oil-- extracted from premium Spanish-origin Hass avocados, known for their rich texture and nutrient density. A product that combines global superfood status with everyday Indian usability, it is rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, antioxidants, and vitamin E. With a naturally high smoke point of around 250°C, it's ideal for everything from salad dressings and sauteing to high-heat Indian cooking and even skincare rituals. In a market where avocados were once a luxury limited to niche shelves, Vimal Wellness is one of the first Indian brands to make Extra Virgin Avocado Oil accessible across the country. With robust distribution and a purposefully inclusive approach, Vimal Wellness is making this powerhouse ingredient a part of everyday Indian cooking--bridging the gap between conscious nutrition and daily convenience. Designed for the New Indian Kitchen The Vimal Wellness consumer is not defined by age or region--but by mindset. It is for the home cook in Ahmedabad choosing heart-smart oils, the fitness enthusiast in Bangalore meal prepping with avocado oil, the millennial in Mumbai scanning for cold-pressed authenticity, and the mother in Delhi reading every label before placing it in her cart. To meet them where they are, Vimal Wellness is launching with a strong omnichannel presence, from quick commerce partnerships to a dedicated D2C platform. Accessible, exquisite and intuitive--the Vimal Wellness experience mirrors the purity and thoughtfulness of its products, offering a seamless blend of tradition, innovation, and everyday usability. Crafted with Intention, Guided by Nature While the industry moves at scale, Vimal Wellness focuses on quality through a process that values precision, purity, and care in every step. Sourced from organically grown seeds and extracted using traditional cold-pressed methods, each bottle carries the essence of soil, sunlight, and sincerity. Inspired by ancestral methods but guided by modern food science, the brand treats wellness with reverence--not trendiness. Vimal Wellness is grounded in the belief that wellness should be a shared experience- not a privilege. With a focus on purity, purpose, and thoughtful creation, the brand brings a sense of quiet luxury to everyday life--seamlessly integrating into routines across both traditional households and modern lifestyles. Wellness with a Wider Purpose With this launch, Vimal Wellness joins a growing chorus of homegrown brands redefining everyday essentials. But what sets it apart is scale--with the manufacturing strength, retail presence, and brand equity of Vimal Healthy Oils behind it, the impact is bound to be deeper, faster, and far-reaching. It's not just about entering a market--it's about leading a movement. One that invites India to question: What's in my oil? And more importantly: What's in it for my health? You can now find the entire Vimal Wellness range at your nearest Nature's Basket store, or shop online via Amazon, Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, and the official website
The Star
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Soccer- Burgeoning 'Baller League' offers zany remix of Beautiful Game
LONDON (Reuters) -An enthusiastic announcer rallies the crowd inside London's Copper Box Arena for a noisy five-second countdown to Santan FC vs MVPs United, the former managed by rapper Dave, the latter by popular player Alisha Lehmann and TV host Maya Jama. Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg tosses the ball in the air to begin a 30-minute, six-a-side game but before he can take his position on the side, MVPs score in six seconds: the quickest goal yet in the fledgling Baller League UK. Twelve minutes later, it is time for a twist - the "Plus One" rule reduces the teams to one-versus-one plus goalkeepers with the rest allowed back after next goals. Social media-focused soccer tournaments like the German-founded Baller League and Spanish-origin Kings League have sprung up in Europe and elsewhere to offer young consumers a cheaper, crazier and shorter version of traditional 90-minute soccer. Some older fans scoff at these formats as a gimmicky distortion of what Brazilian great Pelecalled "The Beautiful Game", and predict they will quickly fade. But for now, ex-professionals, online influencers and entertainment figures are piling in. Viewing figures are soaring and investment is mounting into what supporters see as a back-to-roots, playground-style version of the sport. "The way they play the game is the way that kids on the street play it all over the world," EQT Ventures' Partner Ashley Lundstrom told Reuters. 'The ecosystem of fans is so open-minded to a new sport, a new style of sport.' Her company led an investment round for Baller League that raised $25 million in early December 2024. 'SOCIALS BLOWING UP' The UK league, in its inaugural season, has drawn a multitude of personalities including some who could not quite make it in mainstream professional football. "It's so close to being what I've always wanted with being a pro footballer and just having that recognition of, okay, this kid can play," said midfielder Harry Cain, 27, who plays for Yanited managed by YouTuber and Twitch streamer Angryginge. "My socials (were) absolutely blowing up from friends, family. 'Can't believe we just watched you on Sky Sports'." Cain, who produces soccer content for 1 million-plus TikTok followers, said one of his highs was scoring in front of former England international and Baller League UK coach John Terry. The Baller League expanded to the UK this year, with 12 teams, after its founding in Germany in 2023 where games were livestreamed from an old plane hangar in the city of Cologne. The Kings League, established by former Spanish player Gerard Pique, has a growing fanbase, with 80% of its 30 million social media followers under 34. Founded in 2022, the seven-a-side Kings League has expanded to Italy, France, Germany, Brazil and the Americas. "Investors also see that we have a disruptive, creative new product, that is solving perhaps the biggest problem in sports: attracting and retaining the attention of young audiences," Kings League CEO Djamel Agaoua told Reuters. "The increasing competition for audience attention means that it's harder and harder to get younger fans to watch a 90-minute live game." The Kings League raised $60 million in its last funding round last year and is in partnership with Surj Sports Investment, the sports arm of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, to launch Kings League MENA (Middle East and North Africa). With the majority of Saudis under 30, the synergy is obvious. As pay-TV fees increase, the young are increasingly watching sport for free on platforms like YouTube, Kick and Twitch. According to a Deloitte study, about 90% of Generation Z and Millennials consume sport via social media. On the day Santan FC played MVPs United, matchday 8 drew more than 900,000 viewers on YouTube. 'I don't think it's as simple as the older generation watches sports over linear channels and the younger generation does it over social channels,' said Pete Giorgio, global and U.S. sports leader for Deloitte. "Both generations are moving towards a mode where they do not consume sports monolithically." OLD CLUBS TAKING NOTE European clubs have taken note, trying to work with new leagues rather than treat them as rivals. In Italy, Serie A CEO Luigi De Siervo has cast it as a 'cross-marketing" opportunity. Juventus, for example, offer facilities to Zebras FC, a Kings League Italy side led by content creator and Juventus fan Luca Campolunghi. Zebras had 2.5 million engagements across social platforms in its first season. "Collaborating with content creators helps us speak a native digital language that truly resonates with younger audiences,' Juventus' head of brand Gianmarco Pino told Reuters. In France, Ligue 1 club Olympique de Marseille have teamed up to help Kings League France club Wolf Pack FC, founded by former Olympique de Marseille player Adil Rami. However, one football insider in a major European league told Reuters he thought the proliferation of new mini-leagues may prove too much, with one likely to dominate eventually. With the Baller League UK reaching its season finale on Thursday and the Kings World Cup Clubs culminating in Paris on Saturday, the hype is reaching fever-pitch. But not all are convinced. "I just don't think it's particularly entertaining," said a 30-year-old Englishman who supports Premier League team Arsenal and tried the Baller League on YouTube. "Beyond an influencer or a former footballer's team winning, there's no emotional investment in any of these teams which makes it difficult for us to care," he said. (Reporting by Streisand Neto;Editing by Andrew Cawthorne)
Straits Times
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
Burgeoning 'Baller League' offers zany remix of Beautiful Game
A penalty is taken during a Baller League match at the Copper Box Arena in London, Britain, May 12, 2025. REUTERS/Streisand Neto/File Photo A general view of players in action during a Baller League match at the Copper Box Arena in London, Britain, May 12, 2025. REUTERS/Streisand Neto/File Photo LONDON - An enthusiastic announcer rallies the crowd inside London's Copper Box Arena for a noisy five-second countdown to Santan FC vs MVPs United, the former managed by rapper Dave, the latter by popular player Alisha Lehmann and TV host Maya Jama. Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg tosses the ball in the air to begin a 30-minute, six-a-side game but before he can take his position on the side, MVPs score in six seconds: the quickest goal yet in the fledgling Baller League UK. Twelve minutes later, it is time for a twist - the "Plus One" rule reduces the teams to one-versus-one plus goalkeepers with the rest allowed back after next goals. Social media-focused soccer tournaments like the German-founded Baller League and Spanish-origin Kings League have sprung up in Europe and elsewhere to offer young consumers a cheaper, crazier and shorter version of traditional 90-minute soccer. Some older fans scoff at these formats as a gimmicky distortion of what Brazilian great Pele called "The Beautiful Game", and predict they will quickly fade. But for now, ex-professionals, online influencers and entertainment figures are piling in. Viewing figures are soaring and investment is mounting into what supporters see as a back-to-roots, playground-style version of the sport. "The way they play the game is the way that kids on the street play it all over the world," EQT Ventures' Partner Ashley Lundstrom told Reuters. 'The ecosystem of fans is so open-minded to a new sport, a new style of sport.' Her company led an investment round for Baller League that raised $25 million in early December 2024. 'SOCIALS BLOWING UP' The UK league, in its inaugural season, has drawn a multitude of personalities including some who could not quite make it in mainstream professional football. "It's so close to being what I've always wanted with being a pro footballer and just having that recognition of, okay, this kid can play," said midfielder Harry Cain, 27, who plays for Yanited managed by YouTuber and Twitch streamer Angryginge. "My socials (were) absolutely blowing up from friends, family. 'Can't believe we just watched you on Sky Sports'." Cain, who produces soccer content for 1 million-plus TikTok followers, said one of his highs was scoring in front of former England international and Baller League UK coach John Terry. The Baller League expanded to the UK this year, with 12 teams, after its founding in Germany in 2023 where games were livestreamed from an old plane hangar in the city of Cologne. The Kings League, established by former Spanish player Gerard Pique, has a growing fanbase, with 80% of its 30 million social media followers under 34. Founded in 2022, the seven-a-side Kings League has expanded to Italy, France, Germany, Brazil and the Americas. "Investors also see that we have a disruptive, creative new product, that is solving perhaps the biggest problem in sports: attracting and retaining the attention of young audiences," Kings League CEO Djamel Agaoua told Reuters. "The increasing competition for audience attention means that it's harder and harder to get younger fans to watch a 90-minute live game." The Kings League raised $60 million in its last funding round last year and is in partnership with Surj Sports Investment, the sports arm of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, to launch Kings League MENA (Middle East and North Africa). With the majority of Saudis under 30, the synergy is obvious. As pay-TV fees increase, the young are increasingly watching sport for free on platforms like YouTube, Kick and Twitch. According to a Deloitte study, about 90% of Generation Z and Millennials consume sport via social media. On the day Santan FC played MVPs United, matchday 8 drew more than 900,000 viewers on YouTube. 'I don't think it's as simple as the older generation watches sports over linear channels and the younger generation does it over social channels,' said Pete Giorgio, global and U.S. sports leader for Deloitte. "Both generations are moving towards a mode where they do not consume sports monolithically." OLD CLUBS TAKING NOTE European clubs have taken note, trying to work with new leagues rather than treat them as rivals. In Italy, Serie A CEO Luigi De Siervo has cast it as a 'cross-marketing" opportunity. Juventus, for example, offer facilities to Zebras FC, a Kings League Italy side led by content creator and Juventus fan Luca Campolunghi. Zebras had 2.5 million engagements across social platforms in its first season. "Collaborating with content creators helps us speak a native digital language that truly resonates with younger audiences,' Juventus' head of brand Gianmarco Pino told Reuters. In France, Ligue 1 club Olympique de Marseille have teamed up to help Kings League France club Wolf Pack FC, founded by former Olympique de Marseille player Adil Rami. However, one football insider in a major European league told Reuters he thought the proliferation of new mini-leagues may prove too much, with one likely to dominate eventually. With the Baller League UK reaching its season finale on Thursday and the Kings World Cup Clubs culminating in Paris on Saturday, the hype is reaching fever-pitch. But not all are convinced. "I just don't think it's particularly entertaining," said a 30-year-old Englishman who supports Premier League team Arsenal and tried the Baller League on YouTube. "Beyond an influencer or a former footballer's team winning, there's no emotional investment in any of these teams which makes it difficult for us to care," he said. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Morocco World
29-05-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Glovo Faces Antitrust Allegations in Morocco's Food Delivery Market
Doha – The Competition Council of Morocco has officially notified GlovoApp Morocco of several grievances regarding alleged anticompetitive practices in the digital food ordering and delivery platform market. The notification follows an investigation initiated by the Council's self-referral decision number 20/D/2024 dated February 19, 2024. The investigation stems from a surprise inspection of Glovo's Casablanca offices on October 22, 2024. This operation was authorized by the King's Prosecutor and conducted with support from the National Judicial Police Brigade. According to the Council's Rapporteur General, the investigation revealed evidence of anticompetitive practices by Glovo. The company is accused of abusing its dominant market position, exploiting the economic dependency of its commercial partners, and implementing unfairly low pricing strategies. The notification opens a contradictory procedure phase that guarantees Glovo's defense rights. The constitutional institution, headed by Ahmed Rahhou, clarified that this notification does not prejudge the final decision, which can only be determined by the Council's board. Glovo, a Spanish-origin delivery platform, quickly responded to the allegations in a statement released Thursday. The company acknowledged receiving the notification while stressing that it 'does not prejudge the Council's final decision.' Read also: Glovo Maroc Sees 40% Surge in Summer Deliveries The food delivery platform stated it 'fully respects the ongoing procedure, as governed by current regulations.' Glovo reaffirmed 'its deep commitment to Morocco' and its desire to 'maintain the best relationships with its entire ecosystem — partners, delivery drivers, and customers — and Moroccan authorities.' 'We remain committed to respecting fair competition rules, transparency, innovation, and service quality to contribute to the development of our sector, which is in constant technological evolution, in a win-win dynamic,' Glovo concluded in its statement. Since establishing operations in Morocco, Glovo has transformed the local home delivery landscape. Morocco represents the company's fourth-largest market globally. The platform currently works with more than 6,500 business partners and 4,500 couriers throughout the kingdom. Article 7 of Law No. 104-12 on freedom of prices and competition prohibits behaviors that aim to 'prevent, restrict or distort competition.' The law specifically forbids imposing 'unjustified commercial conditions' or 'minimum resale prices.' According to the Competition Council, such practices risk harming offer diversity, innovation, and consumer rights. The final decision will be made by the Council's board after conducting a contradictory investigation respecting the defense rights of the concerned party and following a Council session. The board alone will determine whether the alleged grievances are well-founded. This regulatory action aims to preserve the competitive balance of the market in the interest of consumers and proper economic functioning. Tags: Council of competitionFood DeliveryGlovo in Morocco
