A new initiative seeking to connect leadership with philanthropy and social responsibility is being introduced through the Unique Business Club (UBC), an initiative of the Federal International Chamber Forum (FICF). Envisioned by Dr. Ajit Ravi, under the guidance of FICF Chairman Shri Gokulam Gopalan and Patron Shri V. P. Nandakumar, the Unique Business Club aims […]
The Unique Times Business Summit 2026, presented by Manappuram Finance Ltd and organized by Pegasus Global Pvt. Ltd., was successfully held on August 9, 2026, at Le Méridien Kochi. Powered by FICF, INMECC, Alcazar Watches, Vibe Munnar and DQUE T-Shirts, the summit brought together distinguished leaders from the healthcare, hospitality, tourism and business sectors to […]
Baiju Gopalan, Managing Director of Sree Gokulam Group of Companies, was honoured with the 22nd edition of the Manappuram Unique Times Multibillionaire Business Achiever (MBA) Award at a grand ceremony held at Le Méridien Kochi on August 9, 2026. The prestigious award was presented by Shri V. P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram […]
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 prestigious honour was handed over by Shri V. P. Nandakumar, […]
The 20th edition of the Manappuram Unique Times Multibillionaire Business Achiever (MBA) Award was conferred upon Dr Siddeek Ahmed, Chairman and Managing Director of ERAM Holdings, on 6th January. The honour was presented by Shri Gokulam Gopalan, Chairman, Sree Gokulam Group of Companies and FICF, Dr A V Anoop, Managing Director of AVA Group of […]
On 7 December 2025, Cryptic 2.0 – India’s Biggest Mentalism Show was launched under the leadership of Gokulam Gopalan, Chairman of the Federal International Chamber Forum (FICF). The event was graced by Dr. Ajit Ravi, Founder of FICF, who highlighted the show’s purpose-driven mission. Mentalist Nipin Niravath, the lead performer, was also part of the […]
The Federal International Chamber Forum (FICF) has announced key leadership, naming Shri Gokulam Gopalan as Chairman and Shri V P Nandakumar as Patron. The announcement signals a strategic step forward for the organization as it continues to consolidate its position as an elite global business collective. FICF is a highly exclusive forum consisting solely of […]
At a grand ceremony held on July 17 in Kochi, Dr. Vijay Sankeshwar, Chairman and Managing Director of VRL Group, was conferred with the 19th Manappuram Unique Times Multibillionaire Business Achiever (MBA) Award. The award was jointly presented by Shri Gokulam Gopalan, in the presence of Dr. Ajit Ravi, Founder of Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd […]
Indian logistics magnate Dr Vijay Sankeshwar, Chairman and Managing Director of VRL Group, has been named the recipient of the 19th MBA (Multibillionaire Business Achiever) Award, a prestigious honour celebrating extraordinary business impact and social commitment. The award, conceptualized by Dr. Ajit Ravi, is presented by Unique Times in partnership with Manappuram
The 18th edition of the prestigious Manappuram Multibillionaire Business Achiever (MBA) Award was conferred upon Sir Sohan Roy SK, Founder Chairman & CEO of Aries Group, at a spectacular ceremony held at Le Meridien, Kochi. The award was presented by V.P. Nandakumar, MD & CEO of Manappuram Finance Ltd and the first-ever recipient of the […]









