SPIRIT OF MUMBAI

Industry leaders at PRC 2026 discussed how community-led engagement and evolving consumer aspirations are redefining the future of shopping malls in India Mumbai, 13 May 2026: India’s leading mall developers and retail experts believe the next phase of organised retail growth will be driven by immersive experiences, strong community ecosystems, technology integration and the rapid rise of aspirational consumers across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. These insights emerged during discussions on Day 1 of the 7th edition of the Phygital Retail Convention (PRC) 2026, being held on 13-14 May at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.  Speaking about what defines a successful mall in 2026, Rajneesh Mahajan, CEO, Inorbit Malls, said consumers today seek much more than just physical infrastructure. “A successful mall today is defined by the quality of infrastructure, strong vibes and the buzz consumers feel even when the mall is empty,” he said. He added that malls are no longer built only with...

  Industry leaders at PRC 2026 discussed how community-led engagement and evolving consumer aspirations are redefining the future of shopping malls in India Mumbai, 13 May 2026: India’s leading mall developers and retail experts believe the next phase of organised retail growth will be driven by immersive experiences, strong community ecosystems, technology integration and the rapid rise of aspirational consumers across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. These insights emerged during discussions on Day 1 of the 7th edition of the Phygital Retail Convention (PRC) 2026, being held on 13-14 May at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.  Speaking about what defines a successful mall in 2026, Rajneesh Mahajan, CEO, Inorbit Malls, said consumers today seek much more than just physical infrastructure. “A successful mall today is defined by the quality of infrastructure, strong vibes and the buzz consumers feel even when the mall is empty,” he said. He added that malls are no longer built on...

The new Act has been designed to make tax laws easier to understand and compliance more convenient for taxpayers: Shri Alok Kumar Principal Chief Commissioner of IT, Mumbai Industry Leaders, Citizens, Tax Professionals Welcome Simplified, Digitally Enabled Tax System Supporting Ease of Doing Business and Aatmanirbhar Bharat Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani Says New Tax Framework Will Strengthen Trust Between Citizens and Government Actor Arjun Kapoor welcomes the initiative of CBDT to simplify tax related processes and digital initiatives for tax administration Mumbai, May 12, 2026 The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Mumbai, organised a Mega Outreach Programme today to create awareness about the Income Tax Act, 2025, which came into effect from April 1, 2026. The new legislation replaces the Income Tax Act, 1961 and aims to provide a simpler, more transparent and taxpayer-friendly system aligned with the changing digital economy and the vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bhara...

Mumbai, May 11, 2026: Mumbai’s biggest celebration of fandom and pop culture wrapped up in spectacular fashion with over 55,000 footfall, as Mumbai Comic Con 2026 took over the Jio World Convention Centre on May 9 and 10.  Presented by Maruti Suzuki Arena and powered by Crunchyroll, with support from the Government of Maharashtra Industries Department and MAITRI (Maharashtra Industry, Trade, and Investment Facilitation Cell), the event delivered a high-energy, show-stopping weekend that celebrated the city’s indomitable fandom spirit and reaffirmed Mumbai as one of India’s leading hubs for pop culture and fandom. On both the days, fans thronged the venue, with thousands from across the country gathered for two days of comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, collectibles, and immersive experiences. From fans flying in nationwide to local commuters arriving in full superhero gear, the convention showfloor buzzed with people and packed line-ups bringing the festival atmosphere to life. When ...

Operation Sindoor showcases India’s indigenous defence strength; MSMEs identified as key drivers of future warfare and strategic autonomy May 11, 2026: Bramha Research Foundation (BRF), with the support of the Indian Navy, hosted a high-level day-long conclave on ‘Atmanirbharta in Defence – Opportunities for MSMEs’ at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, bringing together some of the nation’s most distinguished military leaders, policymakers, defence strategists, global OEMs and industry stalwarts to deliberate on India’s rapidly evolving indigenous defence ecosystem. Held on the completion of one year of Operation Sindoor, the conclave reflected on how indigenous systems such as BrahMos, Akashteer and the Indianised Su-30MKI significantly strengthened Bharat’s strategic confidence and operational preparedness. The discussions underscored that Atmanirbharta in Defence is no longer merely an economic objective, but a strategic national imperative. Delivering the inaugural keynote address, Air Marshal...

मुंबईकरांच्या आग्रहास्तव महालक्ष्मी सरस २०२६ आता १७ मेपर्यंत; मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांच्या मान्यतेनंतर प्रदर्शन आणखी तीन दिवस सुरू राहणार महालक्ष्मी सरस २०२६ ला नागरिकांचा प्रचंड प्रतिसाद; जयकुमार गोरे यांच्या प्रस्तावाला मुख्यमंत्र्यांची मान्यता* मुंबई :*  बीकेसी येथे सुरू असलेल्या महालक्ष्मी सरस २०२६ प्रदर्शनाला नागरिकांकडून मोठ्या प्रमाणात प्रतिसाद मिळत असून अनेक मुंबईकरांकडून प्रदर्शनाची तारीख वाढवण्याची सातत्याने मागणी करण्यात येत होती. प्रदर्शनातील महिला बचत गटांना मिळणारा उत्स्फूर्त प्रतिसाद, दररोज वाढणारी गर्दी आणि नागरिकांचा आग्रह लक्षात घेऊन राज्याचे ग्रामविकास मंत्री जयकुमार गोरे यांनी याबाबत मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांच्याकडे विशेष प्रस्ताव मांडला. प्रदर्शनाला मिळणारा उदंड प्रतिसाद, महिलांच्या उत्पादनांची वाढती विक्री आणि नागरिकांचा वाढता उत्साह पाहता मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांनीही या प्रदर्शनाची दखल घेत सकारात्मक निर्णय घेतला. त्यानंतर महालक्ष्मी सरस २०२६ प्रदर्शन आता १७ मेपर्यंत सुरू ठेवण्याचा निर्णय घेण्यात आला आहे. सुरुवातीला हे प्रदर्शन २ मे ते १४ म...