Rapido Partners With IndoFast Energy To Deploy 10,000 Swappable Piaggio EVs Across The Country

*        Under this project, IndoFast Energy (A 50-50 Joint Venture of IndianOil and SUN Mobility) is going to deploy 100+ stations in Hyderabad and 200+ stations in Bangalore by the end of December 2024.

*        In a push towards sustainable mobility, Rapido is focusing on incorporating swappable electric autos for a significant portion of its daily rides.

*        Piaggio’s swappable e-autos, E-City Max, are already integrated with SUN Mobility’s battery swapping technology, allowing for limitless range and zero downtime.

In a move towards sustainable mobility, Rapido, India's leading bike, auto, and cab aggregator platform, has partnered with IndoFast Energy - a 50-50 joint venture of IOCL and SUN Mobility, to roll out 10,000 of Piaggio’s swappable e-autos, E-city Max, across India in the next 24 months. Starting with Hyderabad, Bangalore and other major cities in southern India, the partnership will add over 1000, EVs to the country’s public transport system by December 2024.

The partnership between Rapido and IndoFast Energy began with a pilot in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Delhi in 2023, with the aim to integrate IndoFast Energy’s advanced swappable battery technology into Rapido’s platform, enhancing the accessibility, efficiency, and convenience of electric vehicles. 

Building on the success of the pilot program launched by the two companies, the collaboration has facilitated the establishment of 100+ swap stations in Hyderabad and Bangalore, allowing auto captains to swap batteries and minimize downtime. Rapido aims to cater to around 20% of its daily rides using swappable electric autos.

"At Rapido, our mission is to provide affordable, convenient, and eco-friendly mobility solutions. This partnership with IndoFast Energy allows us to significantly enhance our EV offerings on the platform, aligning with our commitment to sustainability," said Mr. Pavan Guntupalli, Co-founder of Rapido. " “By introducing swappable electric autos operated by our Captains, we're not only reducing the carbon footprint but also empowering our drivers with sustainable earning opportunities, setting a new benchmark for the ride-hailing industry.”

Anant Badjatya, CEO, Indofast Energy, said, “Our partnership with Rapido marks a key milestone in our effort to make commuting more sustainable and accessible. This joint initiative is a direct result of the success of the pilot we started with Rapido almost a year back. We will now expedite our deployment across India including in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi and Chennai to make this initiative a great success” 

Mr Diego Graffi, Chairman and MD, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt ltd said, “As pioneers of 3W electric mobility in India, today, we have over 50,000 Ape Electrik vehicles running across the country.  Of these, already over 2500 Ape Electrik vehicles have a swappable battery solution and many of these have run over 1 lacs kms. We are proud of the performance, robustness, durability, and ease of usage that Ape Electrik provides customers with. By partnering with Rapido and IndoFast Energy, we aim to deploy over 10,000 3W EV swappable battery vehicles in 24 months across India. With negligible down time for EVs, swappable battery solution is cost effective and promising future of EVs.  This partnership would be a significant contribution to India’s EV mission as well as a push for the benefits of a swappable battery solution.”

IndoFast Energy’s swap stations are designed for swift battery exchanges, enabling users to swap depleted batteries for fully charged ones in under two minutes. The network of swap stations allows for ‘EV refueling’ faster, cheaper, and more convenient than conventional petrol and diesel vehicles. This solution also works on a pay-per-use model that empowers EV users to pay for only the energy used per swap. IndoFast Energy also recently announced its plan to set up 10,000 swapping stations across 40+ cities in the next 3 years to cater to the rising demand for swappable EVs.  

Rapido along with Indofast Energy is also exploring the introduction of high-speed premium two-wheelers and retrofitted three-wheelers onto its platform to further diversify its eco-friendly ride-hailing offerings. 

World Quality Report 2024 Shows 68% Of Organizations Now Utilizing Gen AI To Advance Quality Engineering

Developer productivity and quality engineering has passed the tipping point of adopting generative AI to drive business success, says the 16th edition of the report

October 23, 2024- India- OpenText™, in collaboration with Capgemini and Sogeti (part of the Capgemini Group), today announced the findings of the 16th edition of the World Quality Report, "New Futures in Focus." The report reveals significant developments in Quality Engineering (QE), with a growing emphasis on the integration of Generative AI (Gen AI) and a notable shift in the skills required to excel in Agile development environments.

The World Quality Report 2024 surveyed organizations across various industries to capture the current trends in software engineering and developer best practices. Quality Engineering that was once defined as testing human-written software has now evolved with AI generated code. From the volume of code and test scripts that need to be generated, to how software chains have to be tested end-to-end, the need for redefinition of Quality Engineering is reshaping the focus and strategy of many testing and software engineering teams. The report emphasizes the increasing adoption of Gen AI and its impact on test automation, alongside the critical need for organizations to better align QE metrics with business outcomes to showcase its strategic value.

Key Findings from the Report Include:

Gen AI Dominates Quality Engineering Trends:

The report shows 68% of organizations are either actively utilizing Gen AI (34%) or have developed roadmaps following successful pilot implementations (34%). Test automation is the leading area where Gen AI is making an impact, with 72% of respondents reporting faster automation processes as a result of Gen AI integration.

Upskilling Remains Crucial:

While 82% of organizations report having dedicated learning pathways for their QE teams, only 50% actively track the effectiveness of these programs. The report stresses the importance of continuous learning, especially in skills such as Gen AI, Agile integration and cross-functional collaboration. 

Automation and Legacy System Challenges Persist:

The report also uncovers the challenges many organizations face in automating their testing environments. A lack of comprehensive test automation strategies and reliance on legacy systems were identified by 57% and 64% of respondents, respectively, as key barriers to advancing automation efforts.

Sustainability and Green IT Priorities Lag Behind:

Despite widespread recognition of sustainability as a top priority, the report finds that only 25% of organizations are measuring the environmental impact of their overall IT development, while 44% are tracking the impact of testing activities. Furthermore, only 34% of respondents are implementing efficient Quality Engineering practices to drive sustainability. The report calls for organizations to adopt comprehensive Green IT strategies and improve environmental impact measurement across the entire software development lifecycle

"The insights from this year's World Quality Report emphasize the growing role of AI and emerging technology methodologies in Quality Engineering, but they also reveal a clear need for organizations to recognize and communicate QE's strategic value," said Muhi Majzoub, EVP and Chief Product Officer at OpenText. "As technology evolves, OpenText is dedicated to helping organizations integrate advanced software lifecycle management solutions with Gen AI while ensuring that Quality Engineering remains at the forefront of driving business success."

"Gen AI tools and solutions are clearly gaining adoption by quality engineers to assist them in their function and focus on higher-value-added tasks," said Mark Buenen, Global Leader, Quality Engineering and Testing at Sogeti. "This year's World Quality Report shows a striking shift with a large majority of respondents who are either actively using Gen AI in their QE processes or crafting implementation roadmaps. Beyond its proven impact on coding efficiency and quality, Gen AI has the potential to further accelerate the transformation of quality engineering and create new value for both clients and end users."

About the World Quality Report 2024:

Now in its 16th edition, the World Quality Report is an annual study that explores the latest trends, challenges, and future outlooks for Quality Engineering across industries. The report is based on extensive research and surveys with industry leaders to provide a comprehensive understanding of the software quality landscape.

World Quality Report 2024 research methodology:

The World Quality Report is the only global report analyzing application quality and testing trends. It has been produced annually since 2009. This year's edition has tracked and examined the most important trends and developments in Quality Engineering and Testing by surveying more than 1,750 senior executives across 33 countries and 10 sectors. The expert findings are complemented with commentary, examples and best practices from senior executives from various fortune 500 organizations, that participated in deep-dive interviews around these topics.

Download the full report at https://www.opentext.com/resources/world-quality-report-2024-25.

About OpenText

OpenText™ is the leading Information Management software and services company in the world. We help organizations solve complex global problems with a comprehensive suite of Business Clouds, Business AI, and Business Technology. For more information about OpenText (NASDAQ/TSX: OTEX), visit us at www.opentext.com.

Global Network For Zero Unites industry Leaders For India's Net Zero Transition And Fulfilling Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision

Global Network for Zero (GNFZ), a premier independent net zero certification body for buildings, businesses, communities and more, recently hosted a Leadership Roundtable, gathering a select, invite-only group of India’s top sustainability leaders, real estate developers, and green building consultants. Held in Gurugram, the event served as a platform for dialogue on advancing India’s national net zero goal and embedding sustainability across industries, in alignment with India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 mission. 

The roundtable emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to address the barriers in driving decarbonization in buildings and businesses. As part of the event, participants exchanged ideas on enhancing sustainability practices and leveraging India's leadership in net zero building initiatives to drive progress across various sectors.

Key speakers included, Mr. Kumaran Walaja Rajamanickam, Executive Director - Technical at DLF, who outlined his vision for Net Zero infrastructure development within the DLF portfolio. Dr. Sunita Purushottam, Head of Sustainability & CSR at Mahindra Lifespace Developers, delivered an insightful case study, underscoring the pivotal role that residential real estate can play in achieving Net Zero emissions. With Mahindra Lifespace being the first and only developer in India to deliver Net Zero homes, Dr. Sunita emphasized on the company's plans in driving green innovations and building only Net Zero buildings 2030 onwards. Lastly, Mr. Ashish Rakheja, Managing Partner at AEON Consultants,  elaborated on  the practical sustainability strategies from a marquee project in the Maldives, aiming to drive the highest form of sustainability and Net Zero with GNFZ in a marine sensitive region.

Mahesh Ramanujam, President & CEO of GNFZ emphasized on the need to eliminate barriers to achieving net-zero goals. India has made significant strides in sustainability, and is currently the number one country with the maximum number of Net Zero buildings, but it’s important to envision even greater ambitions that extend beyond just our national boundaries, making net zero a global reality. And in order to foster a truly sustainable future, one must collaborate and drive impactful change across various sectors.

A dynamic panel discussion followed exploring cross-sector strategies to tackle challenges in decarbonization, with notable industry leaders including, Mr. Brij Nandan Yadava, COO of Hero Realty, Mr. H.C. Vinayak, VP of EHS & Sustainability at ITC Hotels, Mr. Sameer Sinha, MD of Savvy Group, Ms. Umit Bhatia, Senior Director of Sustainability Strategy at JLL India and Ms. Rita Roy Choudhury, Managing Partner and Chief Executive of ECube Investment Advisors.

The industry leaders shared their perspectives on advancing sustainability and achieving net zero. Mr. Sameer Sinha, MD of Savvy Group noted, “Sustainability and profitability are not mutually exclusive; in fact, they can drive business success in ways that benefit both the planet and the bottom line.” 

Ms. Umit Bhatia, Senior Director of Sustainability Strategy at JLL India added, “To meet our 2040 net zero targets, businesses need tailored, actionable roadmaps.”

Additionally, the event also celebrated several outstanding projects that achieved key milestones on their path to net zero. GNFZ recognized these companies for their achievements in sustainable development, awarding GNFZ Net Zero milestone certificates as they work toward full decarbonization:

Mindspace Airoli West – Mumbai

Gera Commerzone B4 – Pune

Westin Mumbai Powai Lake by Chalet Hotels

Duflon Industries – Ahmedabad & Mahad

Canteen Building, RHINO Facility by Hindustan Unilever – Assam

Econest: A Sustainable Cottage by Smart Village Movement – Meghalaya

Administrative Block, Mahindra World City Developers Limited – Chennai

AEON Integrated Building Design Consultants LLP – Noida

These projects were recognized for making significant strides toward their net zero goals through GNFZ’s certification system, which acknowledges progress throughout the decarbonization journey by offering certificates for milestones such as emissions assessment, net zero plan, and carbon offset validation.

Overall, the platform provided an excellent opportunity for collaboration and learning, as leaders from various industries shared challenges and solutions for advancing toward net zero. GNFZ remains dedicated to supporting projects across India with tailored solutions that help buildings and businesses to reduce and eliminate their emissions across all scopes in a simple, affordable and accelerated pathway.

About GNFZ

GNFZ (Global Net Zero Foundation) is committed to accelerating the realization of a net zero world by providing comprehensive solutions that help businesses and buildings achieve their carbon reduction targets. 

GNFZ offers independent, third-party certification and uses the GHG Protocol as its universal framework to address and eliminate Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. What sets GNFZ apart from other certification bodies is its rating system and flexibility in allowing customers to choose their own decarbonization standards, and incremental emissions reduction benchmarks that showcase progress throughout the certification journey. Additionally, GNFZ’s cloud-based platform connects customers with industry experts and partners, ensuring best-in-class strategies are applied, making the path to net zero more affordable, accessible, and scalable than traditional approaches. 

For more information about GNFZ, its certification system, and upcoming events, visit [https://www.globalnetworkforzero.com/]

Shoppers Stop Q2 Registers Sales Of Rs 1068 Crore +4%, EBITDA Rs 157 Crore

* H1FY25 Sales of Rs 2102 Cr +5%, EBITDA Rs 302 Cr (GAAP)

 Beauty outperformed +10%, led by Fragrance +17% contribution to total sales 17%

Expansion on Track; 25 New Stores, 19 INTUNE, 1 Department and 5 HomeStop Stores; INTUNE reaches Milestone of 50 Stores on October 1, 2024

First Citizen Club 10.9M contributing 81% with repeat Sales 67%

Personal Shoppers +9%, Total strength 434

Premium categories contribution continues to improve, YoY 64% Vs 60%

Capex Investments @ Rs.43 Cr

Shoppers Stop Ltd. a leading department store with premier fashion and beauty brands, has declared its results for the quarter ended 30th September 2024.

Management Comments:

Commenting on the Q2 FY25 results, Mr. Kavindra Mishra, MD and CEO of Shoppers Stop Ltd, stated, “Despite a challenging external environment, we remained resilient in our pursuit to deliver growth.  Shoppers Stop delivered notable financial results though the demand was muted in July and August, impacted by fewer wedding dates, extended rains, and overall weak discretionary spending. We kept a relentless focus on investing behind our Premium Category, with increased offerings in Premium Category this quarter. We renovated and made our Malad Store (in Mumbai) as a destination for Premium offerings.

Sales for the quarter were at Rs 1,068 Cr, +4% with EBITDA at Rs 157 Cr (GAAP). We had the first green shoot in September, with sales increasing by 12% (LTL +9%). The contribution from Premium Category increased by 4%, with an overall mix of 64% vs 60% a year ago. The Beauty category continue to outperform, Sales grew 10%, led by a fragrance +17%

In other KPIs, Items Per Transaction (IPT) increased by 2%, Average Transaction Value (ATV) rose by 9%, and Average Selling Price (ASP) grew by 7%.

Additionally, the Value Fashion Format “INTUNE” celebrated its 50th store opening during the quarter.

Performance of strategic pillars in Q2FY25:

First Citizen – Our First Citizen Members contributed 81% to overall sales, with 67% repeat and 14% new members. Our Premium Black Card members contributed 14% to the overall sales with an increase of +17% YoY. Customer engagement activities continued with 17 events across 8 Cities engaging circa 750 Black Card members. The Meet & Greet session with Bollywood actress Tripti Dimri at SSBeauty, Ambience Mall, Gurgaon had good traction.

Private Brands – Private Brands sales were at Rs 156 Cr with an overall contribution of 12% to the Sales and 18% in Apparel segment. This helped us to reduce the Inventory by Rs 40 Crs vs last year

INTUNE –We opened our 50th Store on October 1 2024 and with this we have our presence across 20 cities. The margin realizations were better than our estimates driven by higher Full Price Sales. We are confident of adding 22 stores in Q3 and 28 stores in Q4 this year.

Beauty – Beauty had Sales of Rs 218 Cr, with 10% growth, led by Fragrance 17%. Our customer engagement activities led the growth with 188,000 makeovers, 245 Master Classes and 6 beauty Soiree events.

Beauty Distribution – Global SS Beauty Brands Limited, our 100% subsidiary reported Rs 52 Cr sales with +130% YoY.

Store Expansion – We launched 25 stores in this quarter, including 19 INTUNE, 5 Home Stop and 1 Department. The total capex spend is Rs 43 Crs. We are planning to add 50 INTUNE, 7 Department, 6 Beauty and 2 HomeStop stores during Q3 and Q4 this year.

Note:

We have published a detailed Non-GAAP and GAAP Income Statement. Our non-GAAP measures are not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for comparable GAAP measures and should be read only in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.

Air India Express Festive Flash Sale’ With Fares Starting Rs 1606

* Bookings for the Air India Express ‘Flash Sale’ are open till 27th October 2024

Air India Express welcomes the festival of lights with its ‘Flash Sale’, offering fares starting from Rs 1606 across major booking channels on multiple routes including Guwahati-Agartala, Kochi-Bengaluru, Chennai-Bengaluru, Vijayawada-Hyderabad and more. The Air India Express Flash sale is open for bookings made till 27th October 2024 for travel between 1st November to 10th December 2024.

Air India Express also announced exclusive Xpress Lite fares with further discounts starting from Rs 1456 as well as ‘Zero Convenience Fee’ for logged-in members on its award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com. Xpress Lite fares also include the option to pre-book an additional 3 kg cabin baggage for free and discounted check-in baggage of only ?1000 for 15 kg on domestic flights and ?1300 for 20 kg on international flights.

As part of its proposition of fab deals for loyalty members on airindiaexpress.com, Air India Express is also offering 50% off for upgrades to Biz seats, the business class equivalent of the airline with an industry leading seat pitch of up to 58 inches. Biz seats are available on 35 brand new Boeing 737-8 aircraft that Air India Express has recently inducted as part of its rapid expansion, with a new aircraft joining its fleet every week. Loyalty members also get 25% off ‘Gourmair’ hot meals, seats, and Xpress Ahead priority services.

Additionally, students, senior citizens, doctors and nurses, and members of the armed forces and their dependents can book special discounted fares on the airline’s website.

Tata Motors Advances Green Mobility, Begins Delivery Of LNG-Powered Trucks To Clean Green Fuel And Logistics Pvt. Ltd

* Signs MoU to supply 350 more Tata Prima 5530.S LNG trucks

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, today announced the commencement of deliveries of the Tata Prima 5530.S LNG trucks to Clean Green Fuel and Logistics Pvt. Ltd, a leading green fuel retailing and logistics company. Tata Motors had received an order to supply 150 such trucks. The first batch of vehicles was handed over today at a specially organized ceremony in the city. Deliveries of the remaining Tata Prima 5530.S LNG trucks will be subsequently carried out, in a phased manner.

A Memorandum of Understanding to supply an additional 350 units of Prima 5530.S LNG was also signed between Tata Motors and Clean Green Fuel and Logistics Pvt. Ltd.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Milan Donga, Director, Clean Green Fuel and Logistics Pvt. Ltd, said, “As a two-year old start-up, we have made significant strides in the logistics industry and remain committed to revolutionizing operations with green fuel solutions. The addition of Tata Motors' advanced LNG tractors to our fleet marks an important step forward in making our operations greener. Tata Motors leads the way in making mobility cleaner and more sustainable while offering the lowest total cost of operations and robust after-sales service. As these new-age vehicles come equipped with Fleet Edge, Tata Motors' state-of-the-art connected vehicle platform, we will also benefit from real-time data flows and smart analytics for optimal decision-making."

Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Rajesh Kaul, Vice President & Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors, said, “We are delighted to deliver the first batch of Tata Prima 5530.S LNG trucks to Clean Green Fuel and Logistics Pvt. Ltd. Their mission is to make logistics greener and smarter, and we are equally committed to the goal. Our trucks deliver impressive performance, high efficiency, and low emissions that perfectly align with their operational requirements and sustainability goals.”

The Tata Prima 5530.S LNG is powered by the fuel-efficient Cummins 6.7L Gas engine, delivering 280hp of power and 1100Nm of torque for exceptional performance. Robustly engineered, the vehicle is well suited for surface transportation and long-haul commercial operations. The premium Prima cabin enhances driver comfort, while features like Gear Shift Advisor further optimize fuel usage, improve efficiency and reduce operational costs. The Tata Prima 5530.S LNG is available in both single and dual fuel cryogenic tank options to suit distinct operational needs. Offering a range of over 1000km, the dual tank option offers an extended range and improved operational efficiency, making it ideal for long-haul operations. Furthermore, the truck comes equipped with Fleet Edge, Tata Motors’ flagship connected vehicle platform for efficient fleet management, enabling operators to further increase the uptime of vehicles and reduce the total cost of ownership.

Tata Motors is at the forefront of developing innovative mobility solutions powered by alternative fuel technologies such as battery electric, CNG, LNG, hydrogen internal combustion, and hydrogen fuel cell. The company offers a robust portfolio of alternate-fuel powered commercial vehicles across various segments, including small commercial vehicles, trucks, buses and vans.

About Tata Motors

Part of the USD 165 billion Tata group, Tata Motors Limited (BSE: 500570 and 570001; NSE: TATAMOTORS and TATAMTRDVR), a USD 44 billion organization, is a leading global automobile manufacturer of cars, utility vehicles, pick-ups,  trucks, and buses, offering an extensive range of integrated, smart, and e-mobility solutions. With ‘Connecting Aspirations’ at the core of its brand promise, Tata Motors is India’s market leader in commercial vehicles and ranks among the top three in the passenger vehicles market.

Tata Motors strives to bring new products that captivate the imagination of GenNext customers, fuelled by state-of-the-art design and R&D centres located in India, the UK, the US, Italy, and South Korea. By focusing on engineering and tech- enabled automotive solutions catering to the future of mobility, the company’s innovation efforts are focused on developing pioneering technologies that are both sustainable and suited to the evolving market and customer aspirations. The company is pioneering India's Electric Vehicle (EV) transition and driving the shift towards sustainable mobility solutions by developing a tailored product strategy, leveraging the synergy between Group companies and playing an active role in liaising with the Government of India in developing the policy framework.

With operations in India, UK, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia, Tata Motors markets its vehicles in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the SAARC countries. As of March 31, 2024, Tata Motors’ operations include 90 consolidated subsidiaries, two joint operations, five joint ventures, and numerous equity-accounted associates, including their subsidiaries, over which the company exercises significant influence.

Meghalaya All Set To Celebrate “Year Of Legends”, As Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival Kicks Off On 15th November

Meghalaya is all set to celebrate the “Year of Legends” as the highly awaited Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 returns with a spectacular edition on November 15-16, at the RBDSA Sports Complex in Shillong. The festival has become one of India’s most exciting cultural events, with a fusion of culture, music and nature. This year, it an unforgettable experience as it is going to offer not only the beauty of cherry blossoms but also, an extraordinary lineup of international musical sensations and homegrown stars.

Day-1 of the festival will set the stage with a legendary musical experience. Festival Goers will be treated to performances by BONEY M as part of their Farewell Tour. This definitely, is once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the iconic band live. Joining them will be the soulful Jasleen Royal and international sensation Lucas.

Day- 2 promises even more excitement, with Akon headlining on his Superfan Tour. Following which, DJ R3HAB is all set to bring the energy to the dance floor, and the dynamic Kanika Kapoor lighting up the stage. Local talents like Rito Riba, Queen Sensation, Khasi Bloodz, and various artists from the Meghalaya Grassroots Music Project (MGMP), will also be performing in the festival, thereby ensuring a perfect blend of international and regional music.

Beyond music, the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival carries a special significance with the announcement of Japan as the partner country. This collaboration was sparked by the striking resemblance of Cherry Blossoms in Meghalaya and Japan. This was noted by the Japanese Ambassador during his visit to the Meghalaya in 2023. The visitors will have the chance to explore Japan’s culture and heritage through a dedicated stall at the venue.

The tradition of celebrating ‘Hanami,’ (Cherry Blossom) dates back over a thousand years in Japan. And, Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival, first launched in 2016, is the first autumn Cherry Blossom Festival in the world.

Since its inception, this unique festival has drawn tourists from all over India and beyond. The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2023 edition saw record participation, with visitors all across the country and even international travellers. And, this year, it is expected to be even grander.

With the ‘Year of Legends’ theme bringing together iconic artists and cultural exchanges, Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 promises to be a spectacular experience for all attendees.

Travellers can look forward to not only music but also a host of activities. This ranges from fashion shows, cosplay competitions to art installations, food and wine stalls, and much more. With tickets now available on BookMyShow.com and RockskiTickets.com, the countdown to one of India’s most unique festivals has begun. Whether you’re a music lover, nature enthusiast, or culture seeker, Shillong awaits to celebrate the 'Year of Legends' in grand style.