Times Applaud - December 2025

It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome you to the very first issue of Times Applaud Magazine. At Times Applaud Group, our vision is to create the most stylish, authentic, and inspiring people’s magazine and media platform on the planet — one that celebrates excellence, innovation, and human stories that truly matter.

We know the journey ahead is challenging and far from easy. Yet, with my brilliant and dedicated team, we are determined to stand out and take our readers beyond the pages of a traditional magazine. We aim to voice stories and experiences that resonate deeply with you — stories that inspire, empower, and connect.

As a publication, it’s important to emphasize that we do not promote any political ideology. Transparency, integrity, and authenticity are at the core of everything we do. Each featured story is carefully reviewed and presented with honesty and respect for truth.

When we planned our debut issue, we knew it had to begin with a blessing — the blessing of ‘Shakti’, the primordial cosmic energy. With International Women’s Day recently celebrated, our first edition is a heartfelt tribute to the most powerful creation of God — Women.

This issue brings together stories of women who are breaking boundaries — in business, politics, art, and everyday life. From managing homes and careers with grace to shattering stereotypes and “breaking the bias,” these women redefine strength and success on their own terms.

We are especially proud to highlight winners from our flagship event, the Woman Iconza Awards 2023 (Fourth Edition) — women whose journeys are as inspiring as they are empowering. Among them is our cover personality, Sohini Shastri, a symbol of wisdom, spirituality, and strength.

In the coming issues, we will continue to explore diverse stories from around the world — spanning global trends, current affairs, startups, education, fashion, philanthropy, corporate leadership, art, and much more.

So sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in this celebration of the divine feminine — a collection of real stories, serious and light-hearted, personal yet universal — all about the most powerful creation of God: Women.

– Team Times Applaud Magazine