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' EnglishEdge' reaches an NGO to provide English language learning to  underprivileged       EnglishEdge, leading rovider of technology based English language learning solutions in India, now tied up with a leading NGO in Maharashtra -Masoom, to provide English language learning through its advanced technology based solution.      Masoom is a not-for-profit organisation with a passion for establishing quality education in night schools. Almost all the night school students are 1st generation learners and are likely to work during the day as domestic workers, care takers or labourers. Masoom along with providing education to underprivileged people, also understands their thirst for education and supports them with better opportunities for education.   Karala Kevin, Director Finance & Operations, Masoom - “Our vision is to enable young people learn while they earn. Our mission is to enable night school st...

  Studentsthrong IIP entrance exam for the prestigious two year PG Diploma in Packaging   The Indian Institute of Packaging conducted the entrance exam for its prestigious two year full time PG Diploma in Packaging on 20 th  June, 2013. Further evaluation (p ersonal interviews) of the qualifying students of the entrance examinations will be conducted at the Head Office of IIP at Mumbai, and Regional Centres at Hyderabad, Kolkata and Delhi in the month of July, 2013.   The institute saw a 25% jump in the number of applications this year.  Prof. N C Saha, Director IIP says, “there was enthusiastic participation from all five centres. Mumbai and Delhi were packed to capacity, followed by Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad.The dates for declaration of result are 16th July 2013 and the admission process will start from 8th August 2013”. IIP alumni enjoy premium employment opportunities in all industries such as shipping & logistics, MNCs...

SHIAMAK’S SUMMER FUNK 2 SHOW On his fourth death anniversary, students from Shiamak Davar’s International gives a tribute to the legend, Michael Jackson! The guru of dance, Shiamak Davar who has healed many through the spirit of his music and dance, paid tribute to another legend, Michael Jackson on his death anniversary. Students from his dance institute performed Shiamak Style (contemporary), Shabop (Hip Hop & Street Funk) and Jazz to MJs timeless music today at Siri Fort Auditorium, Khel Gaon Marg, Delhi  SHIAMAK’S Summer Funk is a unique opportunity for dance enthusiasts from ages four to eighty for to dance and perform on stage. A movement that is spread across the world brings everyone together with dance. Learning correct technique, attaining training of top quality and finding a medium of self expression, SHIAMAK’S classes are the finest and most trusted. All Bollywood stars have learnt under the aegis of this entertainment icon i...

New face of the 15 th Edition of the Mumbai  Film Festival The 15th edition of the Mumbai Film Festival ; the premier film festival of the country organized by the Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI), will sport a new look. Just as the ever evolving art and industry of cinema, Mumbai’s most eagerly awaited cultural event has grown in both size and power over the years. To represent this fact and the strong association with the most important centre of the Indian film industry, the festival has created a new visual identity. The icon is a contemporary and edgy interpretation of the city’s iconic monument, the Gateway of India and is a carefully crafted homage to Mumbai’s art deco era of talkies. The new identity is fluid with a dazzling array of colours, each one representing a particular category at the festival while at the same time reflecting the diverse cultural mosaic of the financial capital of India. The logo by which the festival will be known is a rendi...

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Antec India Appoints Abacus Peripherals as its  Authorized Distributor, Plans to  Penetrate B, C and D cities Abacus Peripherals to distribute Antec Cases, PSUs and Accessories range. With vast network and extensive service points, Abacus Peripherals to provide after sales service for Antec selected range of products to the respective channel partners   Antec Inc , the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, has appointed Abacus Peripherals as their authorized distributor. Abacus will distribute Antec's range of cabinets, PSUs and accessories. Antec plans to expand the business in India and penetrate the markets of B, C and D cities through Abacus' well spread distribution network in almost 250 cities across 26 states & Union Territories and excellent service to close to 3500 channel partners. With this appointment, Antec provide...

Arzan Khambatta’s Life-Sized Sculptures unveiled at VR Surat – ‘Majja Ni Life’ & ‘Jaman Jalso’ -           50 Lifestyle Fashion & Food Brands Open Stores in First Phase -          Mix of Global & National Brands Debut: Shoppers Stop, Swarovski, FCUK, Calvin Klein, Hidesign, Faces Canada and many more VR Surat marked the opening of its first 50 stores by unveiling two larger-than-life art installations by Arzan Khambatta at Magdalla Plaza, the city’s favourite community destination. ‘ Majja Ni Life ’ and ‘ Jaman Jalso ’, the life-sized sculptures in metal, have been inspired by the Surti love of shopping and picnics. Yazdi Karanjia, noted theatre personality and VR Surat’s Cultural Ambassador, graced the occasion. “ Art in public spaces should be simple and playful. Both ‘Majja Ni Life’ and ‘Jaman Jalso’ are fun sculptures, with a sense of movement to them. They capture ...

CORPORATE/LAUNCH SVA to launch first of its kind Soursop health drink in India ~ Health lifestyle drink containing Soursop fruit with remarkable health benefits in dealing with lifestyle and healthcare diseases ~ The prevalence of common illnesses in modern society owing to stress, work pressure and negative lifestyle habits such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, immunity deficiencies and severe ailments like cancer have always had a problem of being sufficiently addressed. Identifying the problem is Soursop Juice, a product line by SVA India under the MO fruit banner, introduced for the first time in India. The Juice made from the Soursop fruit, a seemingly miraculous fruit has the natural qualities for thwarting all prevailing lifestyle diseases and preventing illness. Intrigued by its nearly miraculous qualities, scientists conducted a whole range of tests on the Soursop fruit; finding the perceived benefits to be true, they submitted the research find...

BANKING Corporation Bank Donates Rupees One Crore and its Employees’ One Day Salary to the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund towards the Relief of Uttarakhand Victims        Corporation Bank donates Rupees One Crore to the Prime Ministers’ Relief Fund for the State of Uttarakhand which has been recently hit by torrential rains followed by cloudbursts, landslides and flash floods. The employees of the Bank have also donated one day’s salary to the relief fund in support of the relief and rescue operations for the victims of Uttarkhand calamity.        Communications in the state of Uttarakhand have come to a total standstill. The devastation has resulted in  the death and injury of many people. The raging rivers have swept away houses, buildings and some villages  in the state, which was brimming with tourists and pilgrims. Military and Para-military forces have been deployed to help in rescue and...

ENTERTAINMENT Rajan Verma awarded with Shiv Rajmudra Chatrapati and Press Media Awards Bollywood actor Rajan Verma awarded with Shiv Rajmudra Chatrapati Awards for his excellent work in Zindagi 50:50. Where he played a common man character Birju an auto rickshaw puller and Rupa's (Supriya Kumari) husband, He works at night time to earn extra money. His character was appreciated by people and critics. Rajan Verma graciously accepted the award. He received 2 awards in 3 days including Press Media award for the best actor. Rajan Verma Said, I feel extremely humbled when I was awarded the Shiv Rajmudra Chatrapati Awards and Press Media Award. It was overwhelming that people love my work and they appreciate it.

TECHNOLOGY Antec India Targets Gaming Enthusiasts and   System Integrators with their new addition of   Enclosures -  GX700 & V1   Antec India introduces Perfect enclosures for   gaming enthusiasts, new builders and system   integrators. Award winning GX700cabinet is   de signed with a unique flip access fan       controller,   tool-less mounting rails, click-on drive bay,   w ashable dust filters, metal faceplates etc. and   V1 comes with ample cooling technology. Antec   showcased GX700 and V1 at   BYOC 2013 gaming festival       Antec Inc , the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, showcased their latest addition in the gaming series - the award winning GX700 and the value series - V1 enclosures along with other gaming products at ...