2025年10月9日 19:42（19:45更新）
※この記事は有料会員限定です。
—
西武は9日、西口文也監督が2年目の指揮を執る来季のコーチ陣を発表しました。黒田哲史コーチが2軍から1軍の内野守備走塁担当に昇格します。
スタッフは以下の通りです。
【1軍】
監督：西口文也（53）＝立正大
背番号：7
—
※クリップ機能は有料会員のみご利用いただけます。
西日本新聞meとは？
—
この記事は有料会員限定です。
残り383文字をお読みいただくには、7日間無料トライアルや、1日37円の読み放題プラン（年払いならさらにお得）をご利用ください。
https://www.nishinippon.co.jp/item/1409485/
2025年10月9日 19:29（2025年10月9日 19:31 更新）
酒造会社の獺祭（山口県岩国市）は9日、日本酒「獺祭」の原材料と醸造装置を、10月21日に鹿児島県の種子島宇宙センターから打ち上げると発表しました。
この醸造試験は、国際宇宙ステーション（ISS）で原材料を発酵させた「もろみ」の醸造を目的としています。新型無人補給機1号機に獺祭の素材を搭載し、宇宙空間での発酵プロセスを検証する初の試みです。
なお、大阪・関西万博のオーストリア館では、獺祭とのコラボ商品が販売されており、5月には大阪市此花区の夢洲にて話題となりました。
この記事は有料会員限定です。残り362文字。7日間無料トライアル、1日37円で読み放題。年払いならさらにお得です。
**IndIAA Awards 2025 Celebrates a Decade of Creative Excellence and Innovation**
Mumbai: The 10th edition of the IndIAA Awards 2025, presented by the India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA), brought together India’s most influential advertisers, agencies, and creative leaders in a grand celebration of storytelling and innovation. Marking a decade of recognizing excellence, the IndIAA Awards continue to stand apart for honoring co-creators of campaigns and for being judged by India’s most senior marketers.
Each year, the awards salute ideas that connect brands with culture, emotion, and purpose. This year’s partners included Truecaller (Associate Partner), Hybrid (AdTech Partner), and Mediakart, Origin, and News Tamil (Supporting Partners).
From bold ideas in digital storytelling to emotionally resonant campaigns, the 2025 winners represented the power of creativity in driving real business impact.
**Insights from the Jury and Leadership**
Arun Srinivas, Jury Chairperson and Managing Director & Country Head, Meta India, said:
“It’s been a privilege and an honor to go through hundreds of campaigns across multiple creatives and sectors. It truly is a testament to the creative excellence that our country has always been known for. Having been a marketer on the other side and now working with one of the leading digital platforms, it’s incredible to see how creative excellence has kept pace with changing times. This year, we also added a digital leg to understand how brands across campaigns are excelling in storytelling — one of the key factors, along with creative quality and messaging clarity, in deciding these awards. It’s great to see both homegrown and new-age brands continuing to achieve their objectives through impactful creative storytelling.”
Abhishek Karnani, President, IAA India Chapter, addressing the gathering said:
“The IndIAA Awards have always stood for creative work backed by insight and purpose. What makes them unique is the integrity of the process — real campaigns shortlisted by editors and judged by top advertisers, the very people who approve great ideas every day. As we celebrate the 10th edition, we’re proud to honour work that not only drives business but uses communication as a force for good. Tonight, we celebrate the power of ideas, the brilliance of execution, and the collaboration that defines Indian advertising.”
Jaideep Gandhi, Vice President IAA India Chapter & Chairperson, IAA IndIAA Awards 2025, added:
“It’s been incredibly fulfilling to see the IndIAA Awards grow into one of the most respected recognitions in our industry. What makes us special is the integrity of the process – real campaigns, judged by real clients. As we celebrate the 10th edition, I’m proud that we continue to honour work that blends creativity, effectiveness, and a genuine commitment to being a force for good. Congratulations to all the winners.”
**Celebrating Creative Powerhouses and Industry Leaders**
The 2025 edition witnessed an evening of pride and prestige as Shilpa Shetty was recognized as the Most Disruptive Brand in the Entertainment Industry by the IAA India Chapter.
Leading brands and agencies took centre stage with exceptional work across 16 categories. Among the big winners were:
– **Hero MotoCorp** in Automotives & Accessories
– **HDFC Mutual Fund** in Banking & Finance
– **Asian Paints** in Home Décor & Fittings
– **Colgate-Palmolive** in Personal Care
– **Meta** in Telecom & Technology
Other standout winners included Urban Company, Gabit, Dream11, Tanishq, Swiggy, MakeMyTrip, and Stayfree—representing a dynamic mix of homegrown icons and new-age disruptors, each redefining creativity and storytelling in their own space.
Top-performing creative agencies were Ogilvy India, Moonshot, DDB Mudra, Lowe Lintas, and Creativeland Asia, each demonstrating creative excellence and strategic innovation across multiple categories. Media agencies including Madison Media, Wavemaker, Havas Media, EssenceMediacom, Starcom, and IPG Mediabrands also played a vital role in delivering some of the year’s most memorable campaigns.
**Category Winners Spotlight**
– **Consumer Electronics:** Gabit
*Team Gabit & Moonshot with presenters Bhawika Chabbra (IAA Mancom Member and Founder, Toaster) & Carol Goyal (IAA Mancom Member and Executive Director, Rediffusion and CEO, Aesthetic Intelligence Lab)*
– **Corporate (Joint Winner):** ‘Nanhi Kali Lessons from a Footfall’
*Team Mahindra & Ogilvy with presenters Pradeep Dwivedi (Honorary Treasurer, IAA Global and Group CEO, Eros Media World PLC), Arun Srinivas (Jury Chairperson and MD & Country Head, Meta India), and Nick Baughan (Director of Global Agencies, Meta)*
– **Entertainment & Media, Gaming:** Dream11
*Team Dream11, Tilt Brand Solutions & Zerofifty with presenters Roger Pereira – Past President, IAA India Chapter and Founder, Roger Pereira Communication & Mandeep Malhotra, Founder & CEO, Srishti Media*
– **Home Décor, Infra & Fitting:** Asian Paints ‘Socha Bhi Nahin Hoga’
*Team Asian Paint Ltd & Ogilvy*
– **Voice of Change:** Stayfree ‘#BetaStayfreeLeAana’
*Team Kenvue & DDB Mudra with presenters Megha Tata (Past President, IAA India Chapter, Strategic Advisor, Edstead and Co-Chairperson, Women Empowerment Committee, IAA India Chapter) & Nina Jaipuria (Chairperson, Women Empowerment Committee, IAA India Chapter)*
**Changemakers For Good Awards**
The Asian Federation of Advertising Associations (AFAA) felicitated the all-India winners of the ‘Changemakers For Good Awards’ at the IndIAA Awards 2025. These awards recognize marketing and advertising efforts that evoke real societal change, beyond just selling goods and services.
The jury for this year included Shreyams Kumar (President, Indian Newspapers Society), Abhishek Karnani (President, IAA India Chapter), Rana Barua (President, The Advertising Club), and Ajay Kakar (Indian Society of Advertisers).
The winners for the four categories were:
– **Advertising:** R K Swamy for ‘Happy Breastfeeding Week – Himalaya Babycare’
– **Innovation:** R K Swamy for ‘Happy Breastfeeding Week – Himalaya Babycare’
– **Government:** Associated Advertising Pvt Ltd for ‘T-Safe Awareness Campaign : Telangana Police – Women Safety Wing’
– **Industry Leader:** Ramesh Narayan Ambareesh Chakraborty, Senior Partner & Executive Creative Director, R K Swamy Ltd
*Presenters included Abhishek Karnani – Jury Member, Changemakers for Good India and President, IAA India Chapter, Sangeeta Pendurkar – Jury Member, Changemakers for Good Asia and CEO, Pantaloons & Jaypore, Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Limited, among others.*
—
The IndIAA Awards 2025 once again reinforced the power of ideas, the brilliance of execution, and the spirit of collaboration that define Indian advertising. Congratulations to all the winners and participants who continue to push boundaries and inspire the industry through their creativity and purpose-driven storytelling.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/press-release/indiaa-awards-2025-celebrates-a-decade-of-creative-excellence-indias-top-brands-agencies-shine-bright
Hairstylist Jawed Habib and his son Anos Habib have been booked in 23 fraud cases for allegedly swindling Rs 7 crore from people through an investment scheme, police said on Wednesday.
Superintendent of Police Krishna Kumar Vishnoi revealed that the two operated a scheme under the banner of FLC Company, promising investors annual returns of 50-70 percent on Bitcoin purchases. They collected around Rs 5-7 lakh from each investor, claiming these investments would yield high returns.
However, even after two and a half years, none of the investors have received their money back, Vishnoi added. Investigators have so far identified 38 people who were defrauded through this scheme.
To date, 23 FIRs have been filed against Jawed Habib, his son Anos Habib, and their associate Saiful. The scam appears to have been run like an organized gang, according to police officials.
Authorities have also issued a lookout notice against the duo as the investigation continues.
*This story has been sourced from a third-party syndicated feed. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability, or accuracy. Mid-day management reserves the sole right to alter, delete, or remove content at its absolute discretion without prior notice.*
https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/hairstylist-jawed-habib-his-son-booked-in-rs-7-crore-fraud-case-23597862
KTM has introduced an updated version of the 250 Duke, featuring a new TFT display similar to the one found in the 390 Duke. Despite these improvements, the price remains competitive, with the updated model available at an ex-showroom price of Rs 2.41 lakh in India.
The 2024 KTM 250 Duke now comes equipped with a vibrant TFT display that offers improved graphics, Bluetooth connectivity, and a simpler interface, enhancing the overall rider experience. The design has also received a modern upgrade, incorporating LED daytime running lights and a headlamp surround borrowed from the 390 Duke, giving the bike a fresh and contemporary look.
Additionally, KTM has upgraded the 250 Duke’s switchgear to match the 390 Duke’s setup, featuring a four-way menu switch for easier navigation through the display options. Key features such as switchable ABS and a bi-directional quick-shifter continue to be part of the package, ensuring the bike offers a great blend of performance and technology.
Under the hood, the KTM 250 Duke remains powered by its 250cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine, delivering 30bhp and 25Nm of torque. Its lightweight trellis frame and aluminium subframe, shared with the 390 Duke, contribute to a nimble and energetic ride. Weighing just 163kg and equipped with a practical 15-litre fuel tank, the bike is both easy to handle and suitable for daily use.
—
**KTM 200 Duke Updates**
KTM has also announced significant technological upgrades for its popular KTM 200 Duke. Starting from October 2024, the 200 Duke will feature a brand new 5-inch color TFT display, offering navigation and Bluetooth connectivity for a superior riding experience.
The refreshed KTM 200 Duke is priced at Rs 2,03,412 (ex-showroom, Delhi). It continues to be powered by its reliable 199.5cc liquid-cooled engine, producing 24.67bhp and 19.2Nm of torque. The bike comes with a 6-speed gearbox paired with a standard clutch system.
Handling is enhanced by a trellis steel frame, a 43mm upside-down front fork, and a 10-step adjustable rear monoshock. Stopping power comes from disc brakes on both ends, while the 17-inch alloy wheels equipped with 110-section front and 150-section rear tyres complete the sporty package.
—
With these updates, KTM continues to strengthen its lineup, offering more technology, improved aesthetics, and engaging performance in the premium commuter motorcycle segment.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/automobiles/ktm-250-duke-2024-launched-at-rs-241-lakh-gets-tft-display-and-led-headlamp
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Mumbai entered its second and crucial day on Thursday, October 9, packed with high-level meetings and landmark events.
On the first day, Modi inaugurated the Navi Mumbai International Airport, the Phase 2B stretch of the Mumbai Metro Line-3, and the Mumbai One app—a unified digital mobility platform—transforming urban connectivity and infrastructure across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
On the second day of his visit, the Prime Minister’s schedule remains tight, featuring back-to-back engagements, including a key bilateral meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is in India on his first official visit at Modi’s invitation. The meeting is being viewed as a major step forward in deepening the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi will host Starmer at Mumbai’s Raj Bhavan around 10 am, followed by the India–UK CEO Forum at the Jio World Centre at 1:40 pm. Later in the afternoon, both leaders will address the 6th edition of the Global Fintech Fest 2025, scheduled for 2:45 pm.
During their bilateral discussions, the two leaders are expected to review the ‘Vision 2035’ roadmap, a 10-year plan aligned with the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed in July. The FTA, valued at approximately £6 billion in new investments and export gains, aims to create over 2,200 jobs in the UK while reducing tariffs on British goods entering the Indian market.
The discussions will cover a broad range of strategic areas, including trade and investment, defence cooperation, clean energy transition, digital innovation, education, healthcare, and climate resilience.
Both leaders will also engage with business executives and industry experts to explore emerging opportunities under the proposed India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which is expected to serve as a key pillar in their future economic relationship.
At the Global Fintech Fest, innovators, regulators, central bankers, investors, and policymakers from across the world will gather under the theme ‘Empowering Finance for a Better World – Powered by AI, Augmented Intelligence, Innovation, and Inclusion.’
The event highlights the synergy between technology and human insight in shaping an ethical, inclusive, and sustainable financial ecosystem for the future.
For details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai and surrounding regions, please visit: https://budgetproperties.in/
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Mumbai entered its second and crucial day on Thursday, October 9, packed with high-level meetings and landmark events.
On the first day, Modi inaugurated the Navi Mumbai International Airport, the Phase 2B stretch of the Mumbai Metro Line-3, and the Mumbai One app—a unified digital mobility platform transforming urban connectivity and infrastructure across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
On the second day of his visit, the Prime Minister’s schedule remains tight, featuring back-to-back engagements, including a key bilateral meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is in India on his first official visit at Modi’s invitation. The meeting is viewed as a major step forward in deepening the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi will host Starmer at Mumbai’s Raj Bhavan around 10 am, followed by the India–UK CEO Forum at the Jio World Centre at 1:40 pm. Later in the afternoon, both leaders will address the 6th edition of the Global Fintech Fest 2025, scheduled for 2:45 pm.
During their bilateral discussions, the two leaders are expected to review the Vision 2035 roadmap, a 10-year plan aligned with the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed in July. The FTA, valued at approximately £6 billion in new investments and export gains, aims to create over 2,200 jobs in the UK while reducing tariffs on British goods entering the Indian market.
The discussions will cover a broad range of strategic areas, including trade and investment, defence cooperation, clean energy transition, digital innovation, education, healthcare, and climate resilience.
Both leaders will also engage with business executives and industry experts to explore emerging opportunities under the proposed India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which is expected to serve as a key pillar in their future economic relationship.
At the Global Fintech Fest, innovators, regulators, central bankers, investors, and policymakers from across the world will gather under the theme ‘Empowering Finance for a Better World – Powered by AI, Augmented Intelligence, Innovation, and Inclusion.’
The event highlights the synergy between technology and human insight in shaping an ethical, inclusive, and sustainable financial ecosystem for the future.
For those interested in exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai and surrounding regions, visit: https://budgetproperties.in/
MANILA, Philippines – Philippine companies have begun adopting artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations. A recent survey conducted by PwC and the Management Association of the Philippines revealed that 68 percent of chief executive officers (CEOs) have explicitly factored AI into their business plans.
Additionally, the survey found that 60 percent of these companies have already started implementing AI initiatives. This growing trend highlights the increasing importance of AI technology in the Philippine business landscape.
https://business.inquirer.net/551619/keep-humans-in-command-of-ai
**Empowering Women in Midtown Manhattan: The Mission of Bottomless Closet**
For over 25 years, Bottomless Closet has been a beacon of hope for New York City women striving to land their next job. Located in Midtown Manhattan, this organization does more than offer career advice and a new outfit—it creates a supportive sisterhood of women across the city who are committed to helping one another succeed.
For Executive Director Melissa Norden, Bottomless Closet’s mission is deeply personal. “Before I came here, I lost my job. I always found I was pretty confident, but having gone through that experience, it knocked me down pretty quickly,” Norden shared.
Bottomless Closet welcomes all women, regardless of the challenges they have faced. “People have gone through homelessness, substance abuse, prison. We’ve all faced something that’s led us to Bottomless Closet’s doorstep,” Norden explained.
The organization offers a comprehensive range of services, including styling sessions, mock interviews, and clothing donations—all designed to reignite a woman’s spark. But the clothes are more than just outfits; they serve as a powerful vehicle for confidence, helping women envision themselves thriving in the professional environments they aspire to join.
“It felt warm walking in, and everyone was so kind. You put the hard work in, you do the time, and now you get the paycheck,” said Kamari Tuitt, a Bottomless Closet client who landed a job after her very first visit.
Through personalized, one-on-one attention, Bottomless Closet equips women with the tools and resources they need to get back on their feet and succeed in their careers.
If you or someone you know could benefit from Bottomless Closet’s support, this remarkable community is ready to welcome you with open arms.
https://abc7.com/videoClip/bottomless-closet-clothes-women-unemployment/17966660/
Analysts warn that a growing number of companies are now closing down not from sudden shocks, but from what some describe as “giving up” bankruptcies, where owners simply see no path forward.
At a pizza restaurant crowded with after-work customers, one diner remarked, “This is about the cheapest place around.” Yet behind the counter, the struggle to keep prices low is growing.
“Ideally, we’d like to set prices a little higher,” said Anju Kobayashi, manager of the Napolis Akasaka-Hitotsugi Street branch. Ingredients such as pizza dough, ham, and cheese have all risen in price—dough alone costs 20 yen more per piece than last year. A new notice from suppliers shows that from November, the price of dough will jump by 225 yen and cheese by more than 250 yen.
To keep prices unchanged, the store plans to reduce the number of part-time workers from three to two.
From April to September, Teikoku Databank recorded 488 bankruptcies attributed to inflationary pressures, the highest number since comparable data began. Retailers, including restaurants, accounted for more than 20 percent of all cases.
The price surge has also hit small dry-cleaning businesses particularly hard. At a family-run laundry factory, owner Fumiaki Kobayashi voiced concern: “I’m extremely anxious. I don’t need huge profits, but I just want stable work.”
The petroleum-based solvents required for dry cleaning have nearly doubled in price over the past five years. Yet passing those costs on to customers remains difficult. “People are more focused on saving money,” Kobayashi said. “If we raise cleaning fees, customer visits will drop—it’s a vicious cycle.”
Adding to the strain is a broader shift in how people dress. “In the past, almost everyone wore 100 percent cotton dress shirts, but that’s no longer the case,” he explained. Remote work and prolonged heat have accelerated Japan’s casualization, reducing demand for suits and shirts that require professional cleaning.
Faced with this triple burden of inflation, frugality, and casual fashion, analysts warn that more dry-cleaning businesses may soon face “giving up” bankruptcies. Industry-wide, total sales have fallen to about half of what they were 20 years ago, Kobayashi said. “Some of my peers tell me, ‘It’ll probably end with my generation.’”
For many small businesses unable to fully pass on rising costs, the endurance test of holding on shows no sign of ending.
https://newsonjapan.com/article/147199.php
