Mrs. Brahmani Nara, Executive Director, Heritage Foods Limited alluded to “the company’s focus on strengthening procurement infrastructure, expanding distribution reach and scaling high-growth categories. With continued investments in premiumisation, new capacities and Value-added Products, we remain well positioned to drive sustainable long-term growth as industry conditions gradually normalise. Our consumer business continued to deliver healthy momentum led by strong growth across Value-added Products, premium categories and emerging channels. Categories such as curd, paneer, consumer fats and ice-creams recorded strong traction, while Q-commerce and Fresh Distribution scaled rapidly, strengthening market penetration and consumer engagement across key regions. Calibrated pricing actions and improving product mix also supported realisation growth during the year.”

Q4 & FY26 Results Key Highlights

Consumer Business Continues Double-Digit Growth Momentum
The business accelerated momentum delivered healthy growth - revenue grew 10% YoY to Rs. 11,576 million in Q4FY26 and 9% YoY to Rs. 45,260 million in FY26 despite weak flush season, milk shortages and prolonged weather-led disruptions across key markets.
 

Robust Category-Led Growth Across Value Added Products portfolio
VAP revenue grew 18% YoY to Rs. 3,957 million in Q4FY26 and by 13% YoY to Rs. 14,678 million in FY26, with VAP contribution improving to 35.5% in Q4FY26 versus 32.5% in Q4FY25 and to 35.3% in FY26 compared to 32.0% in FY25

VAP contribution including consumer-pack fats stood at 41.9% in Q4FY26 compared to 36.8% in Q4 FY25, while FY26 contributed 39.7% versus 36.7% in FY25
 

Strong VAP momentum continued, with paneer volumes growing 32% YoY in Q4 and 27% YoY in FY26, curd volumes rising 11% YoY in Q4 and 7% YoY in FY26, and ice cream volumes increasing 26% YoY in Q4 and 15% YoY in FY26, reflecting resilient consumer demand and improving product mix.
 

VAP growth aided by innovations; strong traction seen in new launches viz, Livo Yogurts, premium Sampurna A2 Curd, Nourish+ High Protein Paneer, Alpenvie Ice Cream range, etc.
 

Elevated Milk pricing and supply tightness, leads to margin shrinkage 
Weak flush season across key regions drove average landed milk costs to Rs. 46.7/litre in Q4FY26, up 8% YoY, one of the sharpest raw milk inflations witnessed by the industry. This resulted in EBITDA margins shrinking by 311 bps to 4.5% YoY. 
 

Procurement Network Demonstrated Resilience Amid Supply Constraints
Despite continued network expansion, severe supply-side challenges resulted in procurement volumes falling 7% YoY to 16.38 LLPD in Q4FY26.
 

Strong Pricing Discipline and Premiumization partly offset Milk Price Inflation
Timely and calibrated pricing actions along with higher VAP contribution supported blended realisation growth, with milk realisation increasing 4% YoY in Q4FY26 and 4% YoY in FY26, while VAP realisation improved 7% YoY in Q4FY26 and 9% YoY in FY26. Milk sales volumes grew 1% YoY to 11.73 LLPD in Q4FY26 and 2% YoY to 11.83 LLPD in FY26
 

Heritage Nutrivet Limited Delivers Strong Results
The wholly owned subsidiary, Heritage Nutrivet Limited, recorded a 33% YoY increase in revenue to Rs. 2,454 million in FY26. Profit before tax surged to Rs. 206 million, underscoring operational excellence and strategic execution.

Commenting further, Mrs. Brahmani Nara, said, “FY26 witnessed one of the toughest operating environments for the dairy industry in recent years, marked by severe milk shortages, elevated procurement inflation and weak flush season. Despite these challenges, Heritage Foods delivered resilient revenue growth of 9% YoY to Rs. 45,260 million, with quarterly revenues consistently sustaining above the Rs. 11,000 million mark, reflecting the strength of our consumer patronage and execution capabilities.”

Q4-FY26 Consolidated Financial Performance:

• Revenue: INR 11,576 mn - YoY: 10%

• Gross Margins: 22% - YoY: (308) bps

• EBITDA: INR 522mn – YoY: (35)%

• EBITDA Margin: 4.5% - YoY (311) bps

• PAT: INR 239mn – YoY: (37)%

Other Business Highlights
 

One-Time Employee Cost Impact Due to New Labour Codes
The Company recognised a one-time Rs. 48 million employee benefit provision during FY26 following implementation of the new Labour Codes under Ind AS 19.
 

Emerging Channels Continued to Scale Rapidly
E-Commerce & Q-Commerce revenues grew 56% YoY, while Fresh Distribution and other emerging channels grew 49% YoY, strengthening urban penetration and channel diversification.
 

Focused Brand Investments Enhanced Consumer Reach
Strategic campaigns, BIGG BOSS Kannada integration and launch of Certified Organic Cow Milk in Bengaluru strengthened brand visibility and consumer engagement across key markets.

Results for the quarter/year ended March 31, 2026, prepared under Ind AS, along with segment results, are available in the Investor Relations section of our website www.heritagefoods.in 

Bisleri Unveils Patriot Limited-Edition Packs Featuring Mammootty and Fahadh Faasil

Commenting on the association, Tushar Malhotra, Director of Sales and Marketing at Bisleri International, said, “Consumer engagement today is increasingly driven by culture, entertainment and shared experiences. Our association with Patriot is part of Bisleri’s larger strategy to build strong regional relevance through cultural integrations that resonate deeply with audiences.”

The Patriot limited-edition packs celebrate the scale and popularity of Malayalam cinema while driving strong visibility for the association across Kerala. 

Available at upto 3000 retail outlets spanning general and modern trade stores, the special packs are supported by in-store branding, branded Bisleri trucks travelling across key markets in the state, and amplification across digital and social media platforms to engage consumers and movie enthusiasts alike. The limited-edition packs are also available on the Bisleri@Doorstep App.

About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd

With a legacy of over 50 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the country's largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe and healthy water.

Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and UAE market. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri packaged drinking water, or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavours, such as Bisleri Limonata, Bisleri Rev, Bisleri Spyci Jeera, Bisleri Pop and Bisleri Soda. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform - Bisleri@Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep.

The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation, and sustainability. For more information on Bisleri International, our people, brands, and OSR initiatives, visit www.bisleri.com.

Can Gurugram Sustain Its Real Estate Growth Amid Rapid Urban Expansion?

But Gurugram now finds itself at an important inflection point.

The very factors that fuelled its rise — rapid development, high absorption and continuous infrastructure-led expansion — are also placing increasing pressure on the city’s urban systems. Traffic congestion, density stress and infrastructure gaps are no longer isolated concerns. They are becoming central to conversations around the city’s long-term sustainability.

The question, therefore, is no longer whether Gurugram can continue growing. It is whether that growth can remain balanced and liveable.

Demand fundamentals remain strong

Despite concerns around congestion and urban pressure, Gurugram continues to remain one of India’s strongest real estate markets.

According to recent market reports, Delhi-NCR recorded nearly 15–16 million sq ft of office leasing in 2025, with Gurugram accounting for a dominant share driven by global capability centres, technology firms and financial institutions. Residential demand has remained equally resilient, particularly in premium and upper mid-income segments.

This demand is supported by structural advantages that continue to differentiate the city:

• Proximity to Delhi and IGI Airport

• Strong corporate ecosystem

• Expanding infrastructure corridors

• Higher-income demographic base

• Institutional investor confidence

Unlike speculative markets, Gurugram’s growth continues to be anchored in employment generation, which gives the market greater long-term depth.

The city is expanding beyond its traditional core

One of the clearest signs of Gurugram’s evolution is its outward expansion.

Earlier growth was concentrated around Golf Course Road, Cyber City and MG Road. Today, development momentum has shifted toward newer corridors such as Dwarka Expressway, New Gurugram, Southern Peripheral Road and emerging sectors along the city’s periphery.

This outward movement is not accidental. It reflects the city’s attempt to redistribute density and create newer urban clusters beyond already saturated zones.

Projects in emerging sectors are increasingly attracting buyers looking for a balance between connectivity, liveability and long-term value. Locations with lower density, improved road networks and integrated planning are seeing stronger traction among end-users.

In this context, projects such as MRG Crown in Sector 106, Gurugram, along the Dwarka Expressway, reflect the shift toward more integrated and future-ready residential ecosystems that balance accessibility with liveability.

Infrastructure pressure is becoming more visible

At the same time, Gurugram’s infrastructure challenges are becoming harder to ignore.

Key corridors such as NH-48, Golf Course Extension Road and Sohna Road continue to witness heavy congestion during peak hours. Waterlogging, pressure on civic utilities and uneven road infrastructure remain recurring issues in several parts of the city.

The core challenge is not simply the pace of development. It is the mismatch between real estate density and infrastructure readiness.

For years, growth in Gurugram often moved faster than urban planning. As the city matures, that model becomes increasingly difficult to sustain.

The next phase must focus on integrated growth

The sustainability of Gurugram’s next real estate cycle will depend less on expansion alone and more on the quality of planning behind it.

Three shifts will become particularly important.

Infrastructure-first planning

Future growth corridors must evolve alongside transport, drainage, utilities and social infrastructure rather than after them. Infrastructure can no longer remain reactive.

Mixed-use development

One of Gurugram’s biggest urban challenges has been the separation of residential and commercial zones, which intensifies commuting pressure. Integrated developments that combine housing, retail and social infrastructure can reduce travel dependency and improve urban efficiency.

Better liveability standards

Buyer expectations are changing rapidly. Open spaces, lower density, community infrastructure and lifestyle amenities are becoming increasingly important in residential decision-making.

This shift is gradually moving the market away from purely investment-led demand toward more end-user-driven absorption.

A maturing city, not a slowing one

There is often a tendency to interpret infrastructure stress as a sign of market saturation. In reality, Gurugram’s current phase reflects the evolution of a maturing urban economy.

Every major global business city eventually confronts questions around mobility, density and sustainability. The challenge is not to stop growth, but to manage it intelligently.

For Gurugram, this means moving from aggressive expansion to more disciplined urbanisation.

Looking ahead

Gurugram’s economic fundamentals remain extremely strong. Corporate demand continues to expand, infrastructure investment is ongoing and residential absorption remains healthy.

But sustaining this momentum will require a more balanced approach to growth.

The next decade cannot replicate the last. The focus must shift from rapid construction to integrated urban development, where infrastructure, mobility and liveability evolve together.

Gurugram’s growth story is far from complete. The real opportunity now lies in shaping a city that is not only larger, but significantly more sustainable than the one that emerged over the past twenty years.

Lead Search Consultant at Ideas to Reach, ensuring essential digital visibility for billion-dollar brands
 

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has evolved into the primary marketing requirement for any business aiming to overcome competition and remain relevant in a crowded marketplace. In the current landscape, a robust and authoritative search presence is the only way for a brand to be found across the entire digital ecosystem. This is a core necessity for survival and business expansion. Ideas to Reach understands that achieving both regional and global visibility is an essential operational requirement. The fundamental reality of the modern market is that when a business secures a dominant position on Google results, it is found everywhere, transcending geographic boundaries to reach a worldwide audience while maintaining its local relevance.
 

The company distinguishes itself through a rigorous "one client per industry" policy to ensure zero conflict of interest and total loyalty to the brand it represents. At Ideas to Reach, business is conducted with high ethics and dignity, aligning exclusively with partners who value professional skill and intellectual integrity. This transparent model has resulted in an exceptional retention rate, where long-term partners like DRA Homes and other top real estate firms view the company as an integral, intellectual insider rather than a vendor. By treating digital visibility as a stable corporate asset, the organisation provides the discipline and straightforwardness that established brands require.
 

The framework utilized by the company focuses on building topical authority, establishing a brand as a primary and trustworthy source of information within its specific sector. This methodology is vital for the real estate and banking industries, where precision and verifiable trust are the primary drivers of business conversion. Widely known as the best SEO company in Chennai, the team delivers advanced SEO solutions that withstand market fluctuations and algorithm updates. This ensures that their clients maintain a dominant presence for highly competitive search terms like Flats in Chennai.
 

This high level of professional discipline is supported by over four decades of core advertising expertise. Mr. Ganesan brings insights honed within the professional labs of David Ogilvy, the Father of Advertising. Having served domestic and global establishments across diverse industries since 1982, he applies foundational advertising principles to the complexities of modern search. Ideas to Reach operates as a research organisation that prioritizes measurable results over temporary trends. For brands seeking an uncompromising partner in their growth journey, the company remains the singular choice for excellence.

H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan unveils “Greenz by Danube” at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena alongside Rizwan Sajan, Founder & Chairman, Danube Group

H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan stated that the unveiling of “Greenz by Danube Properties” represents an important occasion reflecting the continued success achieved by Danube Group in the United Arab Emirates. He noted that the company has built a strong and productive long-term relationship with Dubai and the UAE through its sustained contributions to the building materials sector and related industries, before expanding into real estate development and community building. He emphasized that the company has grown alongside Dubai itself, adding that companies achieving genuine success in Dubai understand that meaningful development is built upon trust, reliability, and a deep understanding of the needs of residents, investors, families, and communities.

He added that the United Arab Emirates has earned a well-established global reputation as a destination where people from around the world come to build, invest, live, work, and create better futures for themselves and their families. He stressed that this remarkable standing has been achieved thanks to the wise leadership and visionary approach of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, may God protect him, who continues to emphasize the importance of building a nation that benefits from global progress, encourages innovation, and provides an outstanding environment in which enterprise and human potential can flourish.

He further affirmed that this ambitious national vision is strongly supported by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, may God preserve him, noting that the UAE continues, under the guidance of its wise leadership, to place people at the center of national development. He explained that cities are judged by the quality of life they offer to their residents, while communities are ultimately judged by the values they nurture, including family cohesion, neighbourly spirit, wellbeing, security, tolerance, and shared responsibility.

He said that the launch of “Greenz” represents an occasion to celebrate a vision of modern living shaped by greenery, wellness, family life, comfort, and community spirit. He stressed that real estate development, at its very best, creates places of human connection — places that support families, strengthen communities, and give substance to the promise that the UAE is a country of opportunity, stability, and hope. He also noted that the project reflects confidence in the future of Dubai and the United Arab Emirates and confirms that Dubai and the UAE are places where businesses can flourish, families can thrive, investors can participate in growth, and residents can enjoy a high quality of life.

He added that he extends his sincere congratulations to Rizwan Sajan, the leadership team, and all employees of Danube Properties, emphasizing that their long-standing association with Dubai and the UAE represents a distinguished record of commitment and contribution to economic and urban development. He also expressed appreciation to all partners, consultants, designers, contractors, and professionals involved in the project, commending their dedication and efforts in delivering this integrated development.

He concluded by affirming that the United Arab Emirates has always believed that development must ultimately serve people first, noting that Danube Properties, through projects such as “Greenz,” has demonstrated this principle in practice. He also extended his best wishes to future residents and investors, expressing his hope that the development will become a place of happiness, security, friendship, and achievement, while adding further beauty and distinction to Dubai and the United Arab Emirates. He further expressed confidence that Danube Properties will continue upholding the high standards and principles that have long distinguished its work and achievements.

For his part, Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman of Danube Group, said, “If you ask me why someone should invest in Greenz by Danube, I’d summarize the answer in five key reasons: prime location, fully furnished homes with Dolce Vita Italian branded interiors, more than 50 amenities and services, easy access to all major destinations in Dubai, and our flexible 1% monthly payment plan.”

Located next to Dubai International Academic City and behind Dubai Silicon Oasis, “Greenz by Danube” is Dubai’s first fully furnished master villa community offered with a flexible 1% monthly payment plan. The project enjoys a strategic location within one of Dubai’s fastest-growing residential corridors.

The surrounding area is home to more than 100,000 residents, professionals, and entrepreneurs, and will benefit from the upcoming District IO technology hub aligned with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The hub is projected to generate more than 70,000 jobs, further enhancing the area’s appeal for investment and residential living.

The development will feature 3- and 4-bedroom townhouses, along with 5-bedroom semi-detached and twin villas. The homes will include modern façades, Dolce Vita finishes, private lifts, sky gardens, and closed kitchens, with handover scheduled for December 2029.

Residents will enjoy access to more than 50 amenities and services distributed across five themed leisure zones, including sports courts, beach-inspired spaces, wellness facilities, green landscapes, family zones, a dancing fountain, and a 3.75-kilometre jogging track. The project will also provide buggy transport within the community, in addition to a dedicated shuttle service to the metro station.

With prices starting from AED 3.5 million and a flexible 1% monthly payment plan, “Greenz by Danube” offers a compelling residential and investment opportunity for both investors and end-users alike.

About Danube Properties
Danube Properties, a subsidiary of Danube Group founded by Rizwan Sajan in 1993, is among the UAE’s leading private real estate developers. The company is widely recognized for pioneering the 1% payment plan and for delivering fully furnished residential developments supported by more than 40 lifestyle amenities and services, while maintaining a strong track record of construction quality and on-time delivery. 

Parag Milk Foods Launches a Milk-based Protein Drink in Collaboration with Tetra Pak

The launch comes at a time when India’s whey protein-based products market is witnessing significant growth. Despite growing awareness around nutrition, nearly 73% of Indians remain protein deficient, creating a significant opportunity for convenient, everyday protein formats.

Avvatar Protein Cold Coffee has been developed to bridge this gap by integrating protein into one of India’s most familiar daily habits-coffee. The ready-to-drink beverage delivers 15g protein in a 250 ml pack, with no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Available in Classic and Vanilla variants, the coffee beverage is based on milk protein with no added sugar and no artificial sweeteners offering a balance between indulgence and functional nutrition.

Designed for modern consumption and mid-day energy needs, Avvatar Protein Cold Coffee reflects the brand’s expansion into a broader lifestyle and wellness space. The product is packaged in octagonal-shaped pack, which is lightweight, paper-based, recyclable aligned with the company’s focus on convenience and greener packaging.

The launch also comes amid strong business momentum for Parag Milk Foods, with the company’s new-age business segment, including Avvatar, recording a 91% year-on-year growth in FY26 reflecting increasing consumer demand in the health and nutrition category on trusted brands.

Speaking on the launch, Akshali Shah, Executive Director, Parag Milk Foods said, “Protein consumption in India is evolving rapidly, but for many consumers it still feels like a conscious effort rather than a natural part of daily life. With Avvatar Protein Cold Coffee, we wanted to bridge that gap by combining the familiarity of cold coffee with the functionality of high-quality protein in a convenient ready-to-drink format. The idea was to create a product that fits effortlessly into modern lifestyles while making everyday protein intake more accessible and enjoyable. We believe the future of nutrition lies in formats that seamlessly blend taste, convenience, and performance.”

Cassio Simoes, Managing Director, Tetra Pak South Asia added, “As functional beverages gain momentum in India, packaging is playing a critical role in enabling new categories to scale. The Tetra Prisma® Aseptic 250E format is widely used globally for RTD protein and similar beverages, offering the right balance of convenience, portion size, and safety. In addition, the metallized printing enhances on-shelf differentiation by delivering a premium and distinctive visual appeal. We are pleased to partner with Parag Milk Foods in bringing this innovation to the Indian market and supporting the evolution of protein consumption in the country.”

About Parag Milk Foods Ltd
Parag Milk Foods Limited, established in 1992, is the largest private dairy FMCG Company with a Pan India presence. The Company’s manufacturing facilities with in-house technology which are strategically located at Manchar and Thorandale in Maharashtra and Palamner in Andhra Pradesh. The Company sells 100% cow’s milk products that are healthy and nutritious. Integrated business model and strong R&D capabilities have helped the Company emerge as a leader in innovation. The Company’s dairy farm, Bhagyalaxmi, houses more than 5,000 cows, with an automated milking process. The Company offers traditional products like Ghee, Dahi, Paneer, Liquid Milk, etc. under brand “Gowardhan”, and products like Cheese, UHT Milk, Buttermilk, Lassi, Flavoured Milk Shakes, etc. under the brand name “Go”. “Pride of Cows”, the flagship brand of the Company based on proposition of Farm to Home – single origin concept targeting customers seeking premium quality dairy products. The Company is also present in Whey Protein based sports nutrition under the brand Avvatar – India’s 1st 100% vegetarian whey protein. The Company’s goal is to become the global nutrition provider and become the largest dairy FMCG Company that emphasizes health and nutrition to consumers through quality and innovation.

Over 500 Leaders From More Than 50 Countries & Territories Attend 56th Annual World Trade Centers Association Global Business Forum, Philadelphia

The four-day event marked the Forum’s return to the United States after nearly a decade, convening over 500 attendees representing 116 WTC businesses across 53 countries and territories, including over 200 business delegates, both in person and virtually. Participants included leaders from business, government, academia and international organizations, all attending with the purpose of advancing global trade, investment and collaboration.

Attendees participated in panels, workshops, site visits and networking sessions, with B2B meetings facilitated through the B2Match platform connecting participants with potential partners, investors and distributors. The programming focused on driving practical business outcomes and cross-border connections.

Under the theme “Historic Foundations, Future Collaborations: Cultivating New Business Frontiers,” the Forum addressed practical avenues to build meaningful global partnership in the context of current global economic conditions. Programming featured keynote addresses from Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker; who highlighted Philadelphia’s economic momentum, global connectivity and growing reputation as a city open for international business and investment; Ambassador Xie Feng of the People’s Republic of China, who reinforced the role of trade and dialogue in supporting long-term economic growth and global cooperation; and Former U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Cohen who discussed the current state of global trade and the importance of connection; along with a discussion on how culture drives long-term economic strength with NBA Hall of Famer and entrepreneur Julius “Dr. J” Erving, Pennsylvania State Representative Jordan Harris, and WTCGP President and CEO Thomas Young. During the conversation, Dr. J reflected on how the discipline, resilience and pursuit of excellence found in sports can translate into business leadership, innovation and community impact. Additional sessions covered trade dynamics, investment trends and cross-sector collaboration. 

Recent shifts in the global trade landscape, marked by policy changes and uneven market conditions, framed much of the discussion at this year’s Forum. Programming brought companies, investors and trade organizations into the same room to assess experiences, risks and deal opportunities. Conversations centered on practical solutions for access, timing and scalable execution. Across sessions, participants pointed to WTCA’s role as a consistent convening platform where commercial relationships are advanced even as conditions remain unpredictable.

“In today’s climate, meeting in person is essential for fostering authentic connections, and the annual WTCA Global Business Forum opens the conversation to shed light on the reality of the current trade environment — where uncertainty, shifting policies and economic pressures are reshaping how business gets done across borders,” said John E. Drew, Chair of the WTCA Board of Directors. “Through this Forum, the global WTCA network provides a trusted platform for leaders to exchange perspectives, build relationships and move forward with the clarity and confidence they need as they continue advancing their regional economies. This year, we reinforced that global connection and engagement is critical in driving reliable trade, investment and long-term economic growth even in challenging times.”

Philadelphia served as a strong backdrop for this year’s Forum, showcasing its economic strengths across food and agriculture, higher education, life sciences, manufacturing, and innovation and technology. Its strategic location along the Northeast Corridor and established global connections reinforced its vital role as a hub for international business and trade.

“It meant a lot to host the WTCA network here in Philadelphia, especially as the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary,” said Thomas Young, President and CEO of WTCGP. “There’s a strong sense of history here, but also real momentum. Throughout the Forum, we saw people making connections that go beyond introductions — the kind that lead to business, partnerships and long-term growth. That was happening in B2B meetings, in sessions and in conversations across the city, and it’s exactly what this network is built to support — bringing people together in ways that translate into real economic opportunity.”

Additionally, the WTCA Real Estate Summit returned for its second year, examining global capital flows, investment strategy and development trends, with a macro view on the state of commercial real estate and Philadelphia’s positioning as a competitive investment market. The Forum also marked the launch of the UNIDO-WTCA Blue Economy Global Call 2026, an international open innovation initiative seeking scalable solutions across sectors including blue renewable energy, sustainable food systems, green maritime transport, coastal tourism, ecosystem restoration and blue tech. The initiative introduced a growing area of focus for WTCA and underscored the increasing connection between environmental sustainability, economic opportunity and global business collaboration. Companies, startups and research institutions are invited to apply by June 19, 2026. 

Building on the momentum of this year’s Forum, WTCA will continue to support its global network through ongoing programming and partnerships that strengthen international business ties and expand opportunities for members worldwide. The 57th annual WTCA GBF will take place April 4-7, 2027, hosted by World Trade Center Binh Duong New City (WTC BDNC) in Binh Duong New City, Vietnam. Next year’s Forum will underscore Vietnam’s continued rise as a hub for innovation, industry and international connectivity. 

Now, Rashi Chowdhary - the globally renowned nutritionist and women's hormone health expert behind the practice, is formalising the framework at the heart of her work since day one. It's called The Sync Method, and while the name is new, the methodology is not. It is the distilled product of 18+ years of clinical experience, refined across more than 20,000 women navigating PCOS, fertility challenges, thyroid disorders, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and chronic hormonal imbalance.
 

It is also the reason Nutrition In Sync has become a go-to practice for women across India, the UAE, and internationally - who are tired of being told their labs look "normal" while their bodies say otherwise.
 

Listening to systems, not silencing symptoms

The Sync Method rests on one core idea: hormonal health doesn't live in any one organ - it lives in how the body's systems communicate with each other. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, the framework works across the foundational pillars that drive long-term hormonal balance: gut health, blood sugar stability, liver detoxification, nervous system regulation, sleep, cycle awareness, and nutrient sufficiency.
 

Every protocol is personalised, data-led, and built to address the root cause of imbalance rather than mask the signal.
 

"For decades, women have been told to eat less, train more, and push through. That's a man's protocol on a woman's body," says Rashi Chowdhary. "Women are cyclical beings. Our hormones, metabolism, and needs shift every single week of the month. The Sync Method is what happens when nutrition finally catches up to female biology."
 

Within three months on the protocol, women routinely see testosterone, prolactin, and TSH levels move in the right direction. Cycles regulate to a healthy 28-30 day rhythm. Period pain eases, sleep deepens - and many, under medical supervision, reduce or come off long-standing medications.
 

Lakshmi Kale, Head Nutritionist at Nutrition In Sync, points to what the framework changes about how women are treated, "The Sync Method gives us something most women have never been offered before - a structured, root-cause approach that actually maps to how the female body works. But the framework alone isn't what makes it work. It's the kindness women learn to extend to themselves through it. The reason it's helped over 20,000 women isn't because it's strict or prescriptive. It's because it's gentle, it honours the body's intelligence, and it gives women permission to stop fighting themselves."

Jeanne, Head Nutritionist at Nutrition In Sync and someone who has lived with endometriosis herself, speaks to what makes the approach resonate so deeply with women, "What sets The Sync Method apart is that it doesn't ask women to override themselves. So much of conventional advice teaches women to push harder, restrict more, and ignore what their body is telling them. Our approach does the opposite - it's gentle, and it works with a woman's inner wisdom rather than against it. When women are taught to trust the signals their body is already sending, that's when real recalibration begins."
 

The shift is one clients feel quickly. Priyadarshini, a Nutrition In Sync client, saw results within her first week on the program, "Within 7-9 days on the ONE Program, my energy improved, bloating reduced, and my gut inflammation settled. The simple, sustainable diet helped me regain focus, positivity, and balance - in both my personal life and my business."
 

The Sync Method is delivered through Nutrition In Sync's flagship ONE Program, a fully virtual 1-on-1 protocol. Women can begin with the free Sync Score self-assessment to map where their imbalance is loudest.
 

About Rashi Chowdhary

Rashi Chowdhary is a globally renowned women's hormone health expert, certified diabetes educator, and the founder of Nutrition In Sync. With 18+ years of clinical experience, she has worked with women across India, the UAE, and internationally, including notable names from film, sport, and public life. She is the creator of The Sync Method and a frequent voice on leading podcasts including The Take20 with Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Rowshan, Mumkin, and Dubai One. She is also the founder of Plaay, a healthy chocolate company built on nourishment without guilt.
 

About Nutrition In Sync

Founded by Rashi Chowdhary, Nutrition In Sync is a fully virtual women's hormone and gut health practice. In four years, it has supported over 20,000 women globally in addressing PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid disorders, fertility challenges, postpartum recovery, and metabolic conditions through a root-cause, functional nutrition approach. Its flagship offerings include the ONE Program and the 15-Day Gut Cleanse.

What Red Hat announced

With today’s general availability of Red Hat Desktop, Red Hat is providing commercial support for the Red Hat build of Podman Desktop, creating a more reliable foundation for local container and AI development. Red Hat Desktop also includes capabilities for isolated AI agent sandboxing, an initiative designed to help developers execute and test autonomous agents in a protected sandbox on their local hardware, preventing unverified agent actions from affecting the host OS. Red Hat Advanced Developer Suite also adds new capabilities, including a trusted software factory, Red Hat Trusted Libraries and AI-driven exploit intelligence to modernize security across the software supply chain. These new features use AI to determine if known vulnerabilities in generated code are relevant to a specific application runtime, allowing developers to prioritize remediation based on actual risk.
 

Why this matters

As the volume of AI-generated code increases, developers need a workflow that balances local experimentation with enterprise-grade deployment. Whether developers start locally with Red Hat Desktop or in a cloud-based development environment via Red Hat OpenShift Dev Spaces, they receive the same consistency and governance required for enterprise production. By unifying these environments and transitioning to production scale with Red Hat OpenShift, Red Hat enables teams to treat AI agents as tier-one applications. This approach provides a security-driven path to production, enabling developers to move from experimental local sandboxes to verified, scalable innovation across the hybrid cloud.
 

What Red Hat experts are saying

"The transition to agentic AI expands the requirements for modern application development," said James Labocki, Senior Director, Product Management, Red Hat. "By establishing a trusted production path across the hybrid cloud with Red Hat Advanced Developer Suite and providing consistent environments through Red Hat Desktop and Red Hat OpenShift Dev Spaces, we’re helping developers accelerate and own their AI strategy with the same rigor they apply to their core IT applications."

Key takeaways

• Standardized AI lifecycle: Red Hat provides a more consistent experience from local machines to the cloud, helping organizations move AI from experimental projects to repeatable production workflows.

• Maintain developer choice: Red Hat has expanded support in Red Hat OpenShift Dev Spaces, a Red Hat OpenShift feature, to include integration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Kiro coding assistant (technical preview). This joins existing integration for Microsoft Copilot, Claude CLI and more, providing the flexibility to use preferred coding assistants and environments from local machines.

• Shift security left: Built on Red Hat Hardened Images and Red Hat Trusted Libraries (both available with SLSA Level 3 origin and integrity), these tools provide a software supply chain that is transparent and verifiable before code is even written.

• Sandbox-first testing: Developers can execute autonomous agents in an isolated environment, providing a safety layer to observe agent behaviors before cluster deployment.

Deeper details:

Red Hat Desktop and Podman integration
Red Hat Desktop delivers an enterprise-supported environment for local container and AI development centered on the hardened and supported Red Hat build of Podman Desktop. Developers can easily access the full library of Red Hat Hardened Images from their laptop, while connecting to local or remote OpenShift clusters for unit testing. This ensures that the container running on the developer's machine is architecturally consistent with the one running in production. Developers looking to test sandboxed AI agents can find more information at www.openkaiden.ai.
 

Flexible coding assistants

Red Hat OpenShift Dev Spaces now provides an extensible framework that allows developers to integrate preferred AI-driven tools directly into their cloud-based IDE. This includes new support for the AWS Kiro coding assistant (technical preview), alongside existing integrations for Microsoft Copilot, Claude CLI, Cline, Continue, Roo and more. By supporting both proprietary and open-source assistants, Red Hat enables teams to use frontier models or host private models, helping to align developer productivity tools with corporate security and sovereignty requirements.
 

Red Hat Advanced Developer Suite enhancements
The latest version of Red Hat Advanced Developer Suite introduces the developer preview of a trusted software factory based on accepted CNCF best practices and Red Hat’s internal build processes. This provides a standards-based CI/CD implementation that customers can use as-is or tweak and replicate to meet specific needs. Additional features include:

• Red Hat Trusted Libraries: Curated Python packages built on SLSA Level 3 infrastructure with added  software bill of materials (SBOMs) and cryptographic signatures to help provide a more transparent and verifiable software supply chain.

• Exploit intelligence: Developed using the NVIDIA AI blueprint for vulnerability analysis, this capability uses AI-driven code reasoning to determine if a vulnerable function is actually reachable in an application's runtime environment. By isolating exploitable code paths from broader vulnerability data, Red Hat helps developers prioritize fixes that actually impact security.
   

Red Hat Summit

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• The next platform is choice — Tuesday, May 12, 8:30-10 a.m. EDT

• The AI-ready enterprise is here — Wednesday, May 13, 9-10 a.m. EDT
   

Learn more:

• OpenShift: Consistent integration for the hybrid enterprise

• Red Hat Hardened Images Accelerates Cloud-Native Development and Zero-CVE Strategies

• Red Hat Desktop brings Kubernetes-aligned development to the desktop

• From experimentation to production: Building trust in the agentic AI era

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