National News
Malabar Gold & Diamonds Awarded Scholarships to 350+ Girl Students in Ghatkopar Reinforcing its vision of Women Empowerment
Malabar Group, India’s leading business conglomerate and the parent company of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young women through education by awarding scholarships worth ₹29,00,000 to over 350 deserving girl students across 30+ schools.
The scholarship distribution ceremony was held at Zaverben Popatlal Sabhagruha Auditorium, Ghatkopar, Mumbai, where financial aid was provided to ensure these students can pursue their academic aspirations without constraints. This initiative reflects Malabar Group’s dedication to fostering education and enabling young women to build a brighter future.
The event was graced by the presence of Shri Sanjay Mukund Kelkar, Member of the Maharashtra Assembly, as the chief guest. His participation underscored the importance of collective efforts in promoting women’s education, further strengthening their role in society and helping them achieve a position of dignity and respect.

Speaking in regards to the initiative, MP Ahammed, Chairman, Malabar Group, said, “Providing Education to young girls is the most effective ways of ensuring positive change as education lays the foundation of a progressive nation, and equipping young women with the means and knowledge for betterment is one of the most impactful ways of ensuring a brighter future. These scholarships are not just supposed to be an economic aid to the students; but they are also investments in the future of our society, ensuring that no young girl has to compromise on reaching the pinnacle of her potential, due to financial misfortune”
Since its establishment in 1999, the Malabar Charitable Trust has been at the forefront of numerous social welfare initiatives. Malabar Group dedicates 5% of its annual profits to CSR activities, focusing on education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and poverty alleviation.
The Malabar Scholarship program, a flagship initiative under the Group’s CSR framework, continues to bridge educational gaps for marginalized communities. By fostering academic opportunities for young girls, Malabar Group aims to create a ripple effect of progress that extends beyond individuals to families and entire communities.
The group’s overarching narrative to support education and skill development across India is further highlighted by this Scholarship distribution event in Mumbai. Malabar Group’s broader mission to support sustained initiatives has seen the Group remain committed to empowering future generations and fostering an inclusive, educated society for all.
BrandBuzz
Heer by GIVA Launches ‘She Is Not a Campaign’, Celebrating Women Beyond Performative Empowerment
Heer by GIVA launches a thought-provoking campaign that shifts the focus from performative empowerment to the authentic, everyday realities of modern womanhood
Heer by GIVA, GIVA’s gold and lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, has unveiled its Women’s Day campaign titled “She Is Not a Campaign.” The initiative challenges the performative narratives often associated with Women’s Day, choosing instead to celebrate the quiet, honest realities of womanhood.
Every year, women are expected to embody inspiration, strength, and limitless ambition on cue. But real women don’t wake up every day to perform empowerment. Through this campaign, Heer by GIVA shifts the focus from idealized portrayals to authentic expressions of individuality, softness, contradictions, and everyday choices.

Instead of portraying women as constantly strong or inspirational, the campaign humanizes them, embracing their unfiltered moments, personal choices, and quiet confidence. Because real empowerment isn’t always loud and women don’t exist to become a headline, a hashtag, or a campaign brief.
At the heart of the campaign is a series of thoughtful digital films and visual stories released across Heer by GIVA’s social platforms. The content embraces minimal visuals and emotionally intelligent messaging, capturing moments that feel honest and relatable rather than performative. The campaign has also been amplified through influencer collaborations, where creators share their own interpretations of the message, reflecting on the everyday realities of being a woman rather than presenting curated notions of perfection.
Extending the campaign beyond digital storytelling, Heer by GIVA introduced an interactive out-of-home installation, transforming a routine public space into an experiential campaign touchpoint.
The bus shelter was redesigned using the campaign’s visual language and messaging. At the centre of the installation is a mirror integrated into the display, allowing people waiting at the bus stop to see their own reflection within the artwork.
With She Is Not a Campaign, Heer by GIVA hopes to move the conversation beyond symbolic gestures and toward a more meaningful acknowledgement of women’s experiences.
-
DiamondBuzz11 hours agoNatural Diamonds, LGDs set for dual growth surge: Signet CEO
-
BrandBuzz12 hours agoHeer by GIVA Launches ‘She Is Not a Campaign’, Celebrating Women Beyond Performative Empowerment
-
DiamondBuzz12 hours agoAntwerp Diamond Industry Pushes for Greater Transparency on Lab-Grown Stones
-
Education14 hours agoGJEPC, GIA conduct training programme for newly posted Customs Officers


