The 21st edition of the Manappuram Multibillionaire Business Achiever (MBA) Award was conferred upon Dr. Yogesh Lakhani, Chairman and Managing Director of Bright Outdoor Media Limited, at a grand function held on June 23, 2026, at the Gokulam Park Hotel & Convention Centre, Kochi. The Continue Reading
Cryptic 2.0 – India’s Biggest Mentalism Show was formally launched on 7 December 2025 by Gokulam Gopalan, Chairman of the Federal International Chamber Forum (FICF). The event took place in the presence of Dr. Ajit Ravi, Founder of FICF, who underscored the importance of the initiative and its strong charitable purpose. Mentalist Nipin Niravath, the […]Continue Reading
The Federal International Chamber Forum (FICF) has announced a significant leadership development with Shri Gokulam Gopalan as its new Chairman and Shri V P Nandakumar as the Patron. This marks a defining moment for the organization as it strengthens its legacy and sets the stage for future achievements. The Federal International Chamber Forum (FICF) is […]Continue Reading
Kochi witnessed a glittering celebration on September 23 as the prestigious Manappuram VPN IBE Awards 2025 rolled out the red carpet at the Gokulam Convention Centre. The event recognized pioneers across business, healthcare, cinema, and philanthropy, marking the award’s 10-year journey since its inception in 2015. The award was instituted by Dr. Ajit Ravi in […]Continue Reading
The VPN IBE (FMB Awards), a prestigious event organized by Pegasus Group in collaboration with Manappuram Finance Ltd, celebrated excellence in cinema, business, and media at a grand ceremony held at Le Meridien, Kochi on 9th June. The event highlighted the remarkable contributions of individuals who have excelled in their respective fields. Shri Balachandra Menon […]Continue Reading
Mr Gokulam Gopalan isn’t just a
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Being a socially committed person is extra-ordinary – especially if you are into business. Not all people have the true courage to dedicate their life for their society. Specifically speaking, the present generation has come down to the level of selfishness. Needless to say, given the aforesaid facts, if there is someone who does not […]Continue Reading
‘ Unique Times Legends of Kerala’, the coffee table book which contains stories of those business legends who have secured remarkable achievements in the business and social sectors, has been released by V P Nandakumar, the MD and CEO of Manappuram. Ajit Ravi (the Editor of Unique Times Magazine), Elizabeth Chacko (the MD of […]Continue Reading
Pegasus, a leading event management company based in Kochi, Kerala, is planning to organise its 7th Malayali business achiever award to felicitate those, socially obligated, Malayali business persons, who are possessing at least 2500 crore worth capital asset. The most awaited program is powered by the Indian Worldwide Chamber of Commerce and Unique Times business […]Continue Reading


















