ABHISHEK GANGULY
Rising tech costs drive EMI sales; Shadowfax Q2 profit soars
Happy Friday! Shoppers are turning to EMIs as electronics prices rise. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Virat Kohli's stake in Agilitas Sports rises to 6.4% after One8 merger
The merger has been approved by the Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). The increase in Kohli's shareholding is because of the merger and is not because of any fresh investment by the cricketer. He had earlier invested Rs 40 crore in the sportswear startup.
Virat Kohli becomes Agilitas’ second-largest individual shareholder after one8 merger
Virat Kohli's stake in Agilitas Sports has increased significantly following the merger with his one8 brand. The merger was approved by the National Company Law Tribunal, enhancing Agilitas’ product development capabilities. Kohli invested Rs 40 crore in Agilitas and remains a co-founder of one8. Agilitas aims to build a leading global sportswear brand from India through this integration.
Great Eggspectations: Brown, free-range, omega-3 or protein-rich? What’s really worth paying for in an egg
India’s premium egg market is growing as health-conscious consumers pay more for free-range, cage-free and nutrient-enriched varieties. But higher prices do not always mean better nutrition. While farming practices and specialised feed can raise costs, experts say unclear labelling and limited verification make it difficult for consumers to assess what they are paying for.
School Assembly News Headlines, October 7, 2026: Check national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day
School assemblies are set to provide essential updates on both national and international matters significant to students. Highlights include India's Vice President pushing for a broader sharing of ancient wisdom. In sports, Jannik Sinner's unfortunate knee issues will sideline him for the remainder of the year. Additionally, Sourav Ganguly has been appointed as the head coach for the Delhi Capitals in IPL 2027.
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BCCI AGM underway with new men’s selection chief, ICC representative on agenda
The BCCI's 95th Annual General Meeting commenced today in Mumbai. A new men's selection chief appointment is a key decision expected. The board will also consider India's ICC nomination and financial matters. India's squads for the upcoming New Zealand tour will be finalized. Rohit Sharma's future in white-ball cricket remains under scrutiny.

Preity Zinta, Pankaj Tripathi, Suniel Shetty among new CBFC members
The government has reconstituted the Central Board of Film Certification with eighteen new members. Prominent actors and filmmakers have been appointed to the new board. This reconstituted board will serve for a tenure of three years. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued the notification on September sixteenth. The Central Board of Film Certification is responsible for film exhibition certification.

India releases names of 63 Indian nationals rescued from Trishuli-I project in Nepal
The Ministry of External Affairs released a list of rescued Indian nationals. Sixty-three workers from the Trishuli-I project in Nepal have been safely rescued. Authorities are still attempting to contact 290 other Indian nationals. Twenty-one rescued workers hailed from Tamil Nadu, contributing to the overall effort. This rescue operation involved significant coordination and communication.

Nexus, Rainmatter invest Rs 225 crore in Agilitas Sports
Agilitas Sports secured Rs 225 crore from Nexus Venture Partners and Rainmatter. This funding will fuel expansion in manufacturing, brands, and offline retail. The company is building a full-stack sportswear ecosystem. It acquired Mochiko Shoes and launched Lotto and One8 brands. Agilitas is also growing its multi-brand retail format, Sportsyard.

Agilitas acquires Lotto India licence for 40 years
Abhishek Ganguly, the former Puma India head who cofounded Agilitas, told ET that the company will handle the manufacturing and sale of Lotto products in India and across South Asia.

Nexus Venture Partners invests Rs 100 crore in Agilitas Sports
The Agilitas investment from Nexus underscores the growing trend of venture funds looking to back companies in the manufacturing and retail business that leverage technology as an additional layer.

Agilitas Sports acquires shoe manufacturer Mochiko
Agilitas Sports, the sportswear and athleisure solutions platform started by former Puma India head Abhishek Ganguly, has made its first acquisition.

Sourav Ganguly's security cover upgraded to Z category
In West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Governor C V Ananda Bose and Trinamool Congress MP and national secretary Abhishek Banerjee get Z Plus security while ministers such as Firhad Hakim and Moloy Ghatak have been provided with Z category security.

Puma India head Abhishek Ganguly’s new startup raises $52 million funding
Ganguly, who is leaving the German sports and apparel maker in August, told ET that Agilitas Sports will look to partner and invest across the sports ecosystem, from manufacturing to retail to technology.

Puma India head Abhishek Ganguly, CFO, head of sales resign; will start own venture
Ganguly, who became MD in 2014, is leaving the company to start his own venture, sources aware of the matter said. He has briefed some members of Puma’s India team about his planned exit from the firm.

Ola’s valuation slashed 35% to $4.8 billion; ONDC caps incentives for sellers, discounts may reduce
Late-stage startups in India are hit by valuation markdowns, a trend which unfolds during all downcycles in technology. After Byju’s, Swiggy, and Oyo, ride-hailing firm Ola is the latest to see its valuation being cut to $4.8 billion .

Rupali Ganguly attends Ponniyin Selvan 2 screening with Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan and Vikram, shares review
Ponniyin Selvan 2, helmed by Mani Ratnam, is the sequel to Ponniyin Selvan, which was released last year, becoming one of the highest-grossing Tamil features of 2022

Rishabh Pant might take up to 2 years to return to Indian cricket team, says former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly
Sourav Ganguly revealed during the Delhi Capitals' camp in Kolkata that Rishabh Pant's return to the Indian team could take up to two years.

West Bengal rally violence: BJP calls TMC govt 'fascist' and 'dictatorial'
Addressing a press conference here along with BJP leaders Anirban Ganguly and Saumitra Khan, Islam said the country runs according to the Constitution, and "West Bengal cannot be a dictatorship of TMC and its leader Mamata Banerjee".

Puma India elevates India MD Abhishek Ganguly to General Manager- SE Asia and India
In a letter to the brand’s business partners, Bjorn Gulden, global CEO of Puma SE, announced Ganguly’s elevation in the company adding that that he will continue to work out of Puma’s India head office in Bengaluru.

ET 40 Under Forty: When corporate big bosses looked sharper than their suits
The entrepreneurial stars brought to the power room an interesting mix of classic staples and bold accessories.

Puma opens its biggest store in India at Delhi’s South Extension
Puma has about 20 Forever Fast stores across the world in cities such as Berlin, Seoul, Istanbul and Shanghai.

Puma MD Abhishek Ganguly on PSL
Apart from its product thrust on fitness, the company organises Puma Sports League (PSL), an internal sports tournament on the lines of IPL, within its office.

Puma India's Abhishek Ganguly amazed with today's quick-thinking students
Abhishek Ganguly, Puma India MD, was pleasantly stopped in his tracks when he addressed the students of the Mumbai-based engineering college, VJTI.

Puma and Axis Bank compete IPL-style
Axis Bank and Puma are among the prominent Indian companies that host IPL-style competitions in cricket and other sports for employees every year.

Puma to expand in metros, tier II & III cities; focus on e-retail
Sportswear firm Puma today said it would go for its expansion in India by opening new stores in tier II & III cities and focussing on e-retail.

Backstage with sporting legends
Abhishek Ganguly shares Puma's memories from interactions with athletes around the globe

Abhishek Ganguly appointed Puma India MD
"As one of the founding directors of Puma India, Abhishek brings with him a wealth of experience that will guide the brand towards its next leap in India.
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