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-Veuza bags now available offline- Gurugram,31st August:  Veuza, a fashion accessory brand launched its flagship store in Gurugram, at MGF Metropolis mall. The store offers exclusive range of Veuza bags, which were earlier available only online. The store has a spread over 300 Sq.ft and bound to become a fashion pit stop. The store is offering an inaugural discount of 30-50% on latest merchandise. On this gracious occasion  Mr. Kirti Jindal,   Head of Sales and Marketing  said, ” This store is one of the many stores that will be launching in coming years. Our aim is to come closer to our consumers. After receiving a tremendous response in online market, launching the flagship store was next logical step for us. This store is very crucial for us as it marks our entrance in to brick and mortar system. We hope that the saying ‘Well begun is half done’ proves to be true for us .” The Veuza bags are also available on Amazon.com and Limeroad.com. For more information you can vi

Mumbai, 31 st  August, 2017  – The 9 th  edition of the three-day annual HR conclave ‘DISHA’ began today at T. A. Pai Management Institute, Manipal. The theme “Metamorphosis: Change is the Only Constant” reflects the need for HR as a domain to upgrade itself in an environment where an ever-intensifying war of talent, the use of analytics for decision-making and leveraging artificial intelligence for transactional activities exists. The Chief Guest for the opening ceremony was Mr Ramesh Shankar, Executive VP and Head HR, Siemens. Conceptualized in 2009, DISHA provides a platform for students to interact with and initiate conversations with HR experts, discover new perspectives, learn about the current challenges and developments in the field and understand the expectations of industry as a whole. The Keynote speaker, Mr. Manoj Prasad, Vice President-Organisational Development, Reliance Industries Ltd. said,  “ Digitization has transformed entire business model across the wor

Mumbai, 31 August 2017:   The group is the latest addition to STAAH’s rapidly growing property portfolio in the region. Expanding online exposure and revenue drive the decision for the prestigious hotel group. “We are looking forward to a very successful partnership with STAAH,” says Mohamed   Farouk, CEO, Loumage Hotels & Resorts. “We are confident that this agreement will bolster our online revenue through a better global reach and improved direct bookings.” “Using this platform will free up property managers’ time spent updating multiple websites, and focus more on delivering an excellent guest experience.” The new connection means all Loumage group properties will have availability and pricing for its rooms distributed automatically to a wide range of local and international online distribution channels, including online travel agents (OTAs), GDS and their own website booking engine. The information will be linked to Loumage Hotels & Resorts’ central reservati

·           Launches BFSI Use Case Repository and Fintech Valley Accelerator Program ·           Rolls out the strategic program in collaboration with 14 corporate partners New Delhi, 29   August 2017: Fintech Valley Vizag , a sustainable global Fintech ecosystem, in association with knowledge partner KPMG in India, today, announced the launch of the BFSI Use Case Repository Program and Fintech Valley Accelerator Program, setting the tone for the year ahead to develop a high potential fintech ecosystem in Vizag. The launch event, attended by Indian corporates, was presided by Mr. J. A. Chowdary, Special Chief Secretary & IT Advisor to the Chief Minister - Govt. of AP in Mumbai. Fintech Valley Vizag’s Strategic Roadmap for the year ahead Fintech Valley Vizag was set up in 2016 to bring together industry, academia and investors to innovate, co-create & build the fintech ecosystem. Proceeding on Andhra Pradesh’s enterprising motive to be a global hub for fintech inno

Mumbai:   29th August, 2017  Eisai Pharmaceuticals India Pvt. Ltd, a leading Japanese pharmaceutical company today announced the launch of Fycompa (perampanel), a new anti-epileptic drug. Approved in more than 55 countries worldwide, Fycompa is indicated  a s an adjunctive therapy for the treatment of partial-onset seizures (POS) with or without secondarily generalized seizures in patients with epilepsy aged 12 and older. Fycompa is first in class in-house developed anti-epileptic drug, available in tablet form as a once-daily oral dose. “Nearly 12 million patients in India suffer from epilepsy and 95% of these patients do not receive adequate treatment. Abiding by our core philosophy of human health care we strive to change this by developing a drug that can significantly improve the quality of life of epileptic patients and give them hope to live a seizure free-life ,” said Mr. Sanjit Singh Lamba, Managing Director, Eisai Pharmaceuticals India.” He further added , “

Known to belt out films powered by content in the most entertaining way possible Eros International and acclaimed filmmaker, Aanand L Rai have joined hands with Drishyam Films for a black comedy, Newton. About a rookie government clerk, assigned to conduct elections in conflict-ridden jungles of Chhattisgarh, despite the fear of Naxalite attacks, the film highlights the predicament of an idealistic youth against the world's pragmatism and cynicism. Moved by the difference in the Indian Constitution’s preamble and the reality of our times, director, Amit V. Masurkar, envisioned the highly anticipated film and penned this comedy-drama’s story. Essaying the titular role, National Award-winner, Rajkummar Rao, currently high on the successes of Aligarh, Trapped and Bareilly Ki Barfi, will be dazzling the celluloid in a never-seen-before avatar. Rajkummar says, “Shooting for Newton has been one of the most enlightening experiences in my career. I’m going to cherish it for lif

COMMENCES OPERATIONS WITH THE LAUNCH OF DIAMOND FUTURES CONTRACTS  ICEX TO PROVIDE FAIR PRICE DISCOVERY AND PRICE HEDGING PLATFORM FOR THE DIAMOND INDUSTRY  NATIONWIDE TRADE PARTICIPATION SHALL LEAD TO EFFICIENT PRICE DISCOVERY BASED ON DEMAND AND SUPPLY FUNDAMENTALS  ICEX IS POWERED BY TECHNOLOGY FROM MILLENNIUM IT (MIT),PART OF THE LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE GROUP INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DIAMOND GRADING & RESEARCH (IIDGR), PART OF DE BEERS GROUP, TO CERTIFY DIAMONDS FOR THE EXCHANGE DELIVERY MALCA-AMIT, A GLOBAL VAULTING AGENCY FOR DIAMONDS, SHALL HANDLE VAULTING AND LOGISTICS August 28, 2017, Mumbai: Adding a new leaf to the history of India’s commodity markets, Indian Commodity Exchange Limited (ICEX), a screen-based online derivatives exchange for commodities, went live today. ICEX commenced operations with the launch of Diamond Futures, which will be the world’s first derivatives contracts in diamonds.  The exchange was formally inaugurated at a functi

Express your personality with your very own specialised fragrance Mumbai, 23 rd  August, 2017:  3003 BC - Bespoke Perfumes, a personalised luxury fragrance destination comes to India launching first of its kind, unique service for Indians to create their own personalised fragrance. This takes the world of personalisation to a new dimension. The process offers individuals a chance to not only convert emotions and memories into a unique scent, but also to create new emotions and memories to be associated with the fragrance. The composition is yours forever; you can use it for life creating your own perfume signature. Gift it to your near and dear ones, or even bequeath it! To announce this service, 3003BC collaborated with  Parfumeur Createur - John Stephen  the creator of some of the most recognisable and successful fragrances for individuals and brands across the world. With an experience of over 40 years in producing quality perfumes some of the names in his clientele in

The Jenzer driver overcomes some erratic conditions to start Race 1 at Spa in P3 26 August 2017, Spa:  Arjun Maini started off his race weekend at Spa by showing good pace in the practice session, in the early hours of Friday. The Qualifying session had a delayed start due to bad weather, and eventually began with everyone on wet weather tyres. Arjun constantly set fast times, and led the session with 4 minutes to go. Last minute action on a drying track from the ART drivers meant Arjun would start Race 1 from P3 on the grid. Looking forward to the race, Arjun said," I’m happy with today’s qualifying although i could've done better, but the conditions were very tricky and a lot of people were making mistakes out there and in the end I’m happy with P3. Jenzer gave me a really good car today, I was very confident in it straight from the beginning. I could make good attacks under braking and I had good confidence in high speeds. I have to thank the team for the great

With 23 awards across the world, this is one of India's most awarded movies When Jyoti Singh decided to step in as the director of her film  Yadvi -The Dignified Princess , she was not quite sure what was in store. The Story was written by her sister Gauri Singh &  getting all historical pictures, by Ketki Puri.  Her primary motive was to spread the lessons that her grandmother’s life taught her. Little did she know that her debut directorial would end up winning 23 awards for her at film festivals across the world, becoming one of India’s most awarded films! “The story of my grandmother has inspired me hugely, throughout my life. It is amazing how her struggles and lessons actually find more relevance in the society today. While I was certain that the film would find resonance with the audience, I never quite apprehended that it would win these many awards. It does not only reinstate my belief in the story, but also tremendously boosts my confidence as I look forwar

Kriti Kharbanda has worked in a variety of successful films in different languages. The gorgeous actress’ followers quadrupled once she forayed into Bollywood. After the well received latest act in Ashwin Dhir’s, Guest Iin London, Kriti attracted a lot of buzz after signing the third installment of Yamla Pagla Deewana.  The talented actress couldn’t contain her excitement when she met veteran actor, Dharmendra, on the sets of Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se. Says Kriti, “It was dreams come true. I have been a huge fan of Dharmendra sir’s work. I was too excited for this. This is one of my best memories.”

~ First edition of Tour of Uttarakhand begins September 15 th , 2017 ~  Register here   ~ Mumbai, 24 August, 2017:  Royal Enfield, the world’s fastest growing motorcycle brand has opened registrations for the first ever edition of the  Tour of Uttarakhand  for its customers and aficionados. Leisure motorcycling enthusiasts can register for the most recent addition to Royal Enfield’s coveted line-up of rides at https://royalenfield.com/tou/register/ . Commencing on the 15th of September from Dehradun, the Royal Enfield cavalcade will traverse across one of India’s most picturesque regions, the home of the Himalayas before culminating at Dehradun itself on the 24th of September. The ride to the land of the gods will be a journey like never before for the participants, taking them through the lesser explored regions of the Himalayas, forest reserves, wildlife and to Mana, the last village on the Tibetan border. The ride terrain will give them a scenic view of landscapes, b

India’s largest OTT platform for original and exclusive shows, ALTBalaji announces the premiere of their new show Cybersquad .  Viewers can watch the first three episodes on YouTube and the rest on ALTBalaji app.  Cybersquad  is a riveting drama, featuring a group of four friends- KD, Rocky, Uzi and Tia who come together to fight cybercrimes. This team of school friends help police and law enforcement officials to decode the complicated cases of online crimes and expose the criminals sitting behind their laptops. The show explores the gloomy reality of social media and its effect! With  Cybersquad,  ALTBalaji is catering to the younger audience of 12 to 18 years group. This generation has all things technology at their fingertips and are more likely to face harshness of online presence.   Cybersquad  captures life of this technology savvy population aptly and portrays it through show’s characters on screen.  The enthralling storyline resonates with the paranoia of e

tar cast of Film Shreelancer –  Director Sandeep Mohan, Actor Arjun Radhakrishnan, Actress Monica Mahendru and Cinematographer Subhash Maskara  along with the trio of  British pop singer Andrew Sloman,   UK singer songwriter Natalie Matos  and the former Mumbai based  music producer Vivek Philip  was seen performing live to celebrate the release of  Sandeep Mohan’s latest feature film Shreelancer  at  The Habitat , The UniContinental Hotel, Khar West, Mumbai. The film score for Shreelancer is composed by Vivek and features two of the songs from Natalie’s latest album, eXhale and five songs of Andrew Sloman. The song lyrics offer strong, emotive, uplifting words that speak of a desire to access our own inner wisdom and to follow our passion. A sentiment perfect for inclusion in Shreelancer, which offers a contemporary take on the life of a freelance copywriter named Shree who lives in Bangalore. Based on the story of a freelancer, the feature film is an adaptation of the peopl

Chai or coffee? That might come across as a trivial question. But what if there are larger connotations to it? Mango People Media’s latest short film, Bhaiyon Wali Baat, delves into the taboo subject – when your buddy opts for something that you might find unthinkable – ‘coffee’! Featuring Jatin Dua, whose recent video about hitching hiking from Mumbai to Delhi broke the internet, ‘Bhaiyon Wali Baat’ is a conversation between two friends who meet after a gap of six years. And a certain secret find its way out over a cup of coffee. A secret that the ‘chai loving’ friend finds it hard to ingest.  Of course there is more to the talk then just the preference of beverages. “Bhaiyon Wali Baat on the surface is a mere banter between two friends. However, when you see beneath it, this is one of the conversations that possible many friends try to avoid or are just scared to broach. This is about one of the most pertinent ideas  that needs acceptance today,” says Neha Anand, producer