India, June 19 -- As geopolitical tensions and regional conflicts between the USA and Iran continue to disrupt business sentiment, the UAE, the country known for its fragrances, has also felt the impact. Ajmal Group CEO Abdulla Ajmal sees India as a bright spot in an otherwise uncertain landscape.

In an exclusive interview with HT Shop Now, the Dubai-based industry leader talks about the impact of regional conflicts on business, India's growing appetite for fragrances, evolving grooming habits, and why traditional scent preferences are giving way to more inclusive and experimental choices.

He also shares his insights on how cultural traditions influence grooming habits, the growing role of fragrances in personal style, AI and the changi...