Lifestyle

Amid shifting global supply chains and rising geopolitical uncertainties, Taiwanese and Vietnamese footwear manufacturers are increasingly turning their attention to India as a strategic production and consumption hub. Attracted by India’s vast domestic market, improving infrastructure, and supportive policy landscape, these firms are exploring joint ventures and greenfield investments to establish manufacturing bases. Their entry is poised to accelerate technology transfer, deepen local supply ecosystems, and bolster employment in one of India’s critical labor-intensive industries.

In a strategic leadership shift, Bata Group has announced the appointment of Panos Mytaros as its new Global Chief Executive Officer, effective September 15, 2025. Mytaros, a seasoned executive with more than three decades of experience in the global footwear and leather industry, succeeds Sandeep Kataria, the first Indian to lead the Switzerland-based multinational. Kataria’s tenure was marked by sweeping transformations, including digital acceleration and market expansion.

Father’s Day, observed on June 15th in 2025, offers more than a moment to honor the fathers and father figures in our lives—it’s also an opportunity to promote lasting wellness. While the day is traditionally marked with hearty meals and indulgent treats, this year invites a thoughtful twist: celebrating with health-forward, nutrient-rich dishes that nourish both body and spirit.

While the age-old advice to “eat something healthy in the morning” holds true, not all foods are created equal when it comes to starting your day. Certain commonly consumed items—ranging from citrus fruits and black coffee to raw vegetables and yogurt—may disrupt digestive health, destabilize blood sugar levels, or interfere with nutrient absorption when eaten on an empty stomach.

In a world increasingly dominated by desk jobs and sedentary lifestyles, the 30-30-30 rule has emerged as a refreshingly realistic approach to wellness. Rather than relying on extreme diets or time-consuming workouts, this simple method asks for just three things: 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up, followed by 30 minutes of light physical activity.

As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly embedded in daily life, a disturbing pattern is emerging: some individuals are forming deep psychological dependencies on these systems, spiraling into delusion and isolation. Families and mental health professionals are sounding the alarm about cases where vulnerable users have projected spiritual, conspiratorial, or messianic narratives onto AI conversations—sometimes with catastrophic real-world consequences.

Raymond Lifestyle reported a consolidated net loss of Rs. 44.95 crore in the fourth quarter of FY25, reversing its net profit of Rs. 235.58 crore from the same period a year earlier. This downturn was attributed to a combination of subdued consumer sentiment, inflationary pressures, and an unexpected ransomware attack that crippled supply chain operations. The company's revenue from operations declined by 11.3% year-on-year to Rs. 1,494.15 crore.