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Fashion Value Chain
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Lakshita Celebrates 24 Years with Empowering Capsule & Offers
Celebrating 24 years of designing for the modern Indian woman, Lakshita has launched a special anniversary campaign, unveiling a limited-edition collection and exclusive customer offers. The milestone marks more than just time—it reflects the brand's continued dedication to empowering women through purposeful, heartfelt fashion. As part of the LK Day Offers, Lakshita is offering customers up to 30% off in stores (with an added 24%) and a generous 40% off online (plus an extra 24%). These limited-time offers are Lakshita's tribute to its loyal community, encouraging everyone to take part in the celebration. To commemorate the occasion, Lakshita also introduced a 24-piece capsule collection inspired by its newly launched Manifesto: 'The Power Within.' Each piece draws from six core values—Power to Move, Express, Own, Rise, Choose, and the Power of Comfort—reflecting the multifaceted strength of today's women. From breezy silhouettes and bold prints to versatile co-ord sets, the collection is designed for women who embody fluidity, confidence, and quiet resilience. It speaks to those who navigate many roles, seamlessly blending comfort with personal expression. The capsule is a creative tribute to their rhythm, identity, and everyday power. Sachin Kharbanda, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Lakshita, emphasized the brand's commitment: 'Lakshita was built on understanding women's lives. Our in-house manufacturing allows us to listen, adapt, and deliver designs rooted in their strength. These 24 pieces are our tribute to their stories.' The 24th Anniversary Collection will be available later this month in Lakshita stores across India and on the brand's official website. It invites customers to explore more than just garments—it's a shared journey of transformation, resilience, and self-expression.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Singapore Open: Satwik-Chirag sign off with semifinal finish
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty's gritty run at the Singapore Open Super 750 came to an end in the men's doubles semifinals, as the Indian pair went down fighting in a tense three-game contest against Malaysia's Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik here on Saturday. The former world number one Indian pair squandered the advantage of an opening game win but saved as many as seven match points before losing 21-19, 10-21, 18-21 in a high-intensity 64-minute clash. Facing a familiar opponent who had ended their Paris Olympic hopes, the Indian duo—currently ranked world number 27 after battling health and fitness issues — showed their class by pocketing the opening game. However, they struggled with the drift in the second and couldn't recover after giving away a healthy lead in the decider. It was their third semifinal finish this year, including the last four finish at India Open and Malaysia Open earlier in the year. Despite the defeat, the last-standing Indian contenders this week displayed immense grit and character. They had entered the contest with a 3-9 head-to-head record against the Malaysians, though they had defeated them in three successive meetings, including the Asian Games semifinal and the Indonesia Open final. However, their last encounter had ended in a loss during the Olympic quarterfinals. It was a nervy start from both pairs with no real rallies, as points came largely from soft errors, leading to a 6-6 deadlock early on. There was a flurry of smashes from the Indians and a sharp interception from Aaron Chia, but the engagement between the two sides remained minimal. A thunderous smash from Chirag brought India level at 8-8 before two Malaysian errors and a crisp return from Satwik handed them a three-point cushion at the mid-game interval. The Indians served well and despite a few wide hits from both Satwik and Chirag, they maintained a 15-12 lead. Aaron and Soh closed the gap to 14-15, but Aaron's netted return helped the Indians regain control. Chirag sent one long, but Satwik's powerful smash gave them a 17-15 edge. A forehand error from Chirag allowed the Malaysians to level at 18-all. Soh then hit one long and followed it with a smash into the net, gifting India two game points. The Malaysians saved one, but Aaron faltered at the net to hand the Indians the first game. The Malaysians staged a spirited fightback, jumping to a 5-0 lead in the second game. Satwik and Chirag managed to win a 32-shot rally to get on the board, but struggled to find rhythm in tricky conditions, committing soft errors and misjudgements. Also read | AFI to give special focus to 4x100m relays after mixed fortunes at Asian Athletics Championships Soh committed a rare service error, but Aaron's razor-sharp return pushed the Malaysians ahead 10-3. Chirag's miscue at the net gave the Malaysian pair a 13-7 lead at the interval. A backhand shot from Chirag hit Soh's face, but the Malaysians continued to dominate, surging ahead 14-7. Miscommunication and unforced errors further hurt the Indian pair, as Satwik sent a serve long and Chirag drove one into the net. The drift made matters worse with another shuttle landing well inside the baseline, allowing the Malaysians to earn 10 game points. They converted at the first opportunity to force a decider. In the final game, the Indians trailed 1-2 early on before winning a grueling 42-shot rally with a series of powerful smashes. The two pairs exchanged the lead with tight serves and intense exchanges. Chirag showed variety with a forehand return and a defensive overhead push, but the Malaysians opened up an 8-6 lead after an Indian error. Avoiding lifts to the Indian attackers, Soh targeted Chirag's body with a cross-court return to extend their lead to four points at the final mid-game interval. The Indians tried to mount a fightback with a few attacking rallies, but errors continued to haunt them as they trailed 9-14, leaving them with an uphill task. The Malaysians remained relentless, inching closer to the finish line at 18-12 after a couple of Indian errors. Aaron and Soh earned nine match points, but nerves crept in as the Indians saved seven. Eventually, Soh closed it out by drilling one down on the eighth opportunity, sealing the match and securing a third successive final appearance for the Malaysian pair.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Neeraj Chopra finishes second at Kusocinski Memorial with final-round effort in wet, cold conditions
Neeraj Chopra (Video grab) NEW DELHI: India's Olympic and World Champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra delivered a gritty performance in tough weather conditions to secure second place at the Janusz Kusocinski Memorial meet in Poland on Friday. Battling cold and damp surroundings at the Silesian Stadium, Chopra saved his best for last — an 84.14m throw in his sixth and final attempt — to climb from third to second. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! It was a rare sub-85m outing for Chopra, who has consistently surpassed that benchmark in recent years. This was only the sixth time since his Tokyo Olympics gold in 2021 that Chopra failed to breach 85m in an event. He began with a foul and managed just 81.28m in his second attempt. Despite consulting coach Jan Zelezny mid-competition, Chopra continued to struggle, recording two more fouls and a fifth-round 81.40m before his final effort saved the day. WATCH: — IIS_Vijayanagar (@IIS_Vijayanagar) Germany's Julian Weber, Chopra's familiar rival and winner in the recent Doha Diamond League, again outperformed the Indian with an 86.12m throw in the second round — the best of the night. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo Weber went on to produce two more 85m-plus throws (85.03m and 85.11m), emerging as the standout performer. Who's that IPL player? Grenada's Anderson Peters, a two-time world champion, took third with 83.24m, replicating the top-three order from Doha. All three podium finishers were below their season's bests, with slippery run-ups and overcast skies affecting rhythm and grip. The meet saw only four throws above 85m — all by Weber. Melbourne: Australian Open, MCG, Australian GP and lots more Chopra, who had breached the 90m mark for the first time last month, will now focus on upcoming competitions in Paris (Diamond League, June 20) and Ostrava (Golden Spike, June 24). Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Hindustan Times
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Golf: Diksha leads Indian charge at Jabra Ladies Open
Evian-les-Bains , In-form Indian golfer Diksha Dagar will look to build on her top-10 finishes and aim for the title when she tees off at the Ladies European Tour's Jabra Open starting here on Thursday. Aside from Diksha, the Indian challenge will also include Tvesa Malik, Avani Prashanth and Hitaashee Bakshi. Pranavi Urs, who injured her wrist during the Dutch Ladies Open and had to withdraw, will rest out this and the next week. Diksha has moved into the top five of the Order of Merit after finishing tied ninth at the Dutch Ladies Open while Avani is placed 39th in that list after her tied 19th finish at the same event. Hitaashee also impressed last week as she finished tied 12th in her first LET appearance this season. Tvesa will be keen to find her rhythm after she failed to make the cut at the Dutch Ladies Open. Diksha has enjoyed a great season with four Top-10 finishes. In nine starts, she has missed the cut just once and one event in Australia was cancelled. Diksha is now lying fifth and her best end-of-the-season finish on the LET Order of Merit was third in 2023. The current leader of the Order of Merit, Mimi Rhodes of England, will look to continue her winning ways as she has already won three of the seven LET events this year. The 23-year-old won her Maiden LET event just earlier this year at the Ford Women's NSW Open before stamping her authority on the field with two more wins at the Jo'burg Ladies Open and the Dutch Ladies Open. Swiss Star Chiara Tamburlini spent the last week recovering but has had a good season. She will look to continue her display of consistency at the Evian Resort Golf Club. There are a total of 15 French players who will take part in the tournament. This list of stars includes LET winners Anne-Charlotte Mora, Anne-Lise Caudal, Celine Herbin and Camille Chevalier. The Jabra Ladies Open also presents players a chance to qualify for the Majors. LET winners this year will automatically qualify for the AIG Women's Open, which is to be held at Royal Porthcawl later this year. Also one player, who finishes in the top 10 at the Jabra Ladies Open but has yet to qualify for the Amundi Evian Championship, will be able to secure their entry to the event.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
This Braves Pitcher Owns Shohei Ohtani Like No One Else
Shohei Ohtani rarely looks overmatched. But when he steps in against Grant Holmes, the at-bats start to feel very different. On Friday night in Atlanta, Holmes added two more strikeouts against the Dodgers superstar, bringing his season total to four punchouts of Ohtani — the most by any pitcher in baseball. No one in the NL West has done it. Advertisement Not a Cy Young favorite, not a frontline ace. Just Holmes, a 28-year-old journeyman making his way through the Braves' rotation. The story gets even more compelling when you look at Holmes' background. A former first-round pick of the Dodgers back in 2014, Holmes never made it to the majors in Los Angeles. Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Grant Holmes (66) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning at Truist Davis-Imagn Images He was dealt away in a 2016 trade and bounced around for years, stuck in the minors and waiting for a break that never seemed to come. Now with Atlanta, he's finally finding a rhythm — and making the team that drafted him pay for letting him go. Friday's performance was Holmes' most electric yet. He struck out the side in the first inning — not just any side, but the top three of the Dodgers' lineup: Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman. Advertisement All former MVPs. All down on strikes. It was just the third time this trio has ever been struck out consecutively, and the first time it happened in the opening inning. It might be a small sample, but Holmes' mastery of Ohtani is real — and turning heads. With an ERA below 3.00 and a slider that's generating nearly 50% whiffs, Holmes is turning a fringe opportunity into a statement. And if he keeps this up, he won't just be the pitcher who owns Ohtani — he'll be a key piece of the Braves' rotation going forward. Related: Ozzie Albies Struggles Could Open the Door for Eli White in Braves Lineup Related: Fans Are Urging Braves to Make Big Eli White Decision When Ronald Acuña Jr. Returns Related: Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Return Just Got Easier Thanks To Braves Outfield Decision
