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by Shrutee K/DNS Mumbai, 29th December 2016: Around the longest night of the year, when Santa Claus is tip toeing to give gifts to all the lovely children.Kidpop have announced their own little gift to the early learning center,a world of their own,where they will learn,grow,explore,aspire and bloom into their full potential. Kidpopis situated at Manpada, in the heart of Thane. The launch was followed by a Christmas party for kids, where they could dance their heart out on their favorite songs. The school very creatively organized a fun filled Djembe activity, wherein kids could learn stories while playing it. Kidpop is founded by Shri. Brunda Kathrani who has been working as  Early childcare education consultant, Preschool consultant and Preprimary Curriculum Developer. Kidpop caters to needs of kids between age of 10 months to 2 years. The mission is to help young minds grow and learn in an amicable environment resulting in their all-round development. The primary f...

by Shrutee K/DNS  Mumbai,  December 29, 2016 :  The highly-anticipated Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is set to hit the tube this New Year’s Eve. dittoTV subscribers can watch the fashion extravaganza live and on-the-go on Zee Cafe. Touted as one of the most glamorous and decadent fashion shows, the star-studded event included performances by artists such as The Weeknd, Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. Victoria’s Secret Angels Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner sashayed down the runway in Paris. Supermodel Bella Hadid made her debut this year at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. She stunned everyone as she walked past her ex flame The Weeknd who performed his new hit ‘Starboy’. Lady Gaga serenaded the models with three new tracks from her latest album and Bruno Mars entertained the crowd with his groovy ‘24K Magic’ melody. This new year’s eve, as all the fashion-lovers are on their way to parties, the...

by Shrutee K/DNS Chennai, 28th December 2016 : Viveks is a professionally managed Private Limited Company operating under retail brands of – Viveks, Jainsons, AC Bazaar adding to the formidable strength of 1000 plus employees. Viveks will be having its annual New Year Sale from 31st December 2016 to 2nd January 2017. The Offers include coupons, discounts and convenient payment options on wide range of products from several categories. This is the 40th year of the sale and it gives its patrons and customers a great chance to shop. Viveks is one of the leading and most respected consumer electronics and home appliances retail chain in India. Viveks popularized several brands by creating visibility and has the distinction of being a market leader and trendsetter with continuous support from the principal companies. Reliable services are ensured through cordial customer relationships. Viveks as a part of the New Year Sales will also have a ‘Rush Hour Sale’ to encourage its c...

by Shrutee K/DNS Leads the way in encouraging ‘cashless transactions’ in cement industry  A series of initiatives reaches out to thousands of retailers, contractors and customers  Mumbai, 29th Dec 2016 : In the wake of demonetisation, Ambuja Cement has taken the lead and launched a pan-India ‘Go Cashless’ campaign encouraging its business partners – retailers, contractors and masons - to adapt to cashless business transactions.  The ‘Go Cashless’ campaign -- aimed at helping its business partners conduct cashless transactions with ease -- went live on 7th December to create awareness on various available cashless options -- from swipe machines to bank services. Ambuja Cement has also tied up with ICICI Bank to launch an exclusive helpline to assist stakeholders open current accounts for regular business transactions. With this campaign, Ambuja Cement has notched another first to its credit. It has become the first cement company to initiate drive on...

by Shrutee K/DNS  Reigning Olympic champion Erica Wiebe and Dhronacharya awardee coach Ramphal Mann made a strong assertion that the Mumbai Maharathi was a balanced and strong team capable of retaining the PWL title while addressing the media at a press conference to launch the event logo and announce the team in Mumbai on Friday.  A strong squad of nine wrestlers, spearheaded by reigning Olympic champion Erica Wiebe, and guided by Dhronacharya Awardee Ramphal Mann, has been put together by  MUMBAI MAHARATHI,  the team that will represent Maharashtra’s cosmopolitan capital and defend their title in the 2 nd  edition of the Pro Wrestling League, which will see six teams locking horns with each other at the KD Jadhav Stadium, Delhi from January 2 to 19. Speaking at the occasion, owner Pradeep Seharawat of the Revanta Group said, “we come from a family of wrestlers, with my grandfather and father being wrestlers, before we took to the sport. We are confiden...

 by Shrutee K/DNS Mumbai, 27 December, 2016   – As countdown begins for New Year, Thailand announces its plans to usher in 2017. To memorably celebrate the nation’s Thainess and to incorporate tributes to the Thai monarchy as well as the happiness of the Thai people into the New Year celebrations this year, a traditional candle lighting and prayer ceremony, called   Sang Thien Haeng Siam   or Candlelight of Siam, will take place at Bangkok’s Sanam Luang and various locations nationwide and overseas on 31 December, with locals and foreign visitors invited to join. H.E. General Tanasak Patimapragorn, Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand  said, “We would like ‘the Candlelight of Siam’ to be a meaningful event that celebrates everything that unites us as a nation and as a people – our loyalty, our faith and our love and respect for the monarch. The New Year’s singing, candle lighting, praying and sharing will bring people together as friends, as families and...

Aimed at young professionals, Van Heusen fashions a unique style statement for the new millennial  by Shrutee K/DNS New Delhi,  December 26, 2016  – Van Heusen, India’s fashion forward power dressing brand entered into an arrangement with Amazon Fashion for the exclusive online launch of  ‘ My First Formal ’  apparel for the young professionals. With this exclusive online launch on Amazon Fashion, Van Heusen is extending itself to young India who is set to enter  a  new world of exciting careers and opportunities. Van Heusen, known for its fashion formals has created a young collection `My First Formals’ that resonates with their free spirited nature, enterprising at heart and ready to take on the world with enthusiasm and fun. Van Heusen’s  ‘ My First Formals ’  is unique as it fashionably introduces the never fading classic style with power packed details along with fine fabrics woven b...

by Shrutee K/DNS Parle G, a household brand for decades revisits the magical era of 90's with ‘Woh Din’. This five-part web series is a reminiscence of the simplicity of the days gone by, one that was marked by our love for cricket, movies and household biscuit, Parle G. Woh Din is the story of a nine-year-old boy named Babu and his best friend Shreedhar growing up in the small town of India. The series sketches the joys of childhood beautifully with an endearing story line and in the process, integrates Parle G  into it effortlessly; so much so that it goes on to become a third character in the show. Each of us have had our brush with Parle G at some point while growing up. The coming together of Woh Din and Parle-G is the pathway that leads backs to warm anecdotes, so vivid in our minds, yet never to return. Each 20-minute long episode chalks the ethos of the era, just as we have lived them. Juhi Mehta head of Brand Solutions -Qyuki shares, “The growing appetite ...

by Shrutee K/DNS Sterling Generators, one of the largest manufacturers of DG Sets in Asia, is proud to commission 2 x 3000 KVA generators that will provide continuous and uninterrupted electricity supply to the entire Andaman & Nicobar Island. Sterling Generators was appointed to implement this project by the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) due to its excellent project execution capabilities, quality of product, low fuel consumption, and eco friendly diesel generators. This Project has been commissioned by Sterling Generators in 2015. Speaking on the commissioning of the Diesel Generator powered Electricity plant at Port Blair installed by Sterling Generators, Mr. Sanjay Jadhav, President of Sterling and Wilson Powergen Pvt. Ltd. said, “We are delighted to have had the opportunity of setting up a technologically robust and efficient diesel generator powered electricity plant for JERC in Port Blair. The generators supplied by us for this project are extremel...

by Shrutee K/DNS Mumbai 27th December 2016 :  The Institute of Company Secretaries of India bestowed the prestigious “ICSI Lifetime Achievement Award” on Baba N. Kalyani, Chairman & Managing Director, Bharat Forge for ‘Translating Excellence in Corporate Governance into Reality’ for the year 2016. The award was presented in recognition to his outstanding contribution to the corporate sector, his dedicated service to the society and exemplary philanthropy.  The Award was received by Amit Kalyani, Executive Director, Bharat Forge at the hands of Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon’ble Minister of State (I/C), Commerce and Industry, Government of India on 24th December 2016 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.  In continuance of its commitment to good corporate governance, The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) bestows the Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance every year on the Best-Governed Companies in India. About Bharat Forge:  Bharat For...

by Shrutee K/DNS Mumbai, December 27, 2016: The renowned real -estate major of Mumbai-JP Infra- today dazzled investors in Dubai by showcasing its two new projects-JP Deck Blue- Goregaon and JP North-Mira Road. The Company organised an exclusive preview of these projects investors in Dubai.. Having an extensive portfolio of commercial, retail, residential complexes, and SRA projects, JP Infra has established benchmarks, and set new standards in the real estate industry. “We strongly believe in developing the skylines while ensuring that the blueprints see the light of the day and delivered on time. All in all, we strive to make living a pleasure and work a joy, by simply implementing our ideas to sq. ft. All this while paying Mother Nature the due respect.” said Mr Manoj Asrani, Head – Marketing, JP Infra Mumbai Pvt. Ltd. About the new projects JP Decks ,  Standing tall off the Western Express Highway at Goregaon, overlooking the vast canopies of green stands...

by Shrutee K/DNS Pune, INDIA: Cummins India, the country’s leading designer and manufacturer of engines, generator sets and related components and technologies, has been ranked amongst the “Top 10 best companies for Women in India” presented by Working Mother Media and AVTAR. In its first year in the country, research undertaken for ranking the ‘2016 Best Companies for Women in India’ evaluated over 300 companies that endeavor to build equal representation for women employees and provide them with opportunities that help them achieve sustainable career goals. Globally recognized for over 30 years the research is undertaken by Working Mother Media, a division of Bonnier Corporation (US) and AVTAR, a pioneer in the field of organizations that work to advocate the cause of working women.  From a mere 7% female representation in 2005, today women constitute 30% of the total professional workforce at Cummins in India at all levels of the organization.  This achievement i...

by Shrutee K/DNS The Delhi High Court on 23rd December 2016 issued an injunction against Music Licensing bodies PPL, IPRS & Novex from granting licenses as registered copyright societies.  The Event & Entertainment Management Association of India (EEMA) has been working towards regularising and streamlining the Music Licensing regulatory framework for many years now. It has been engaged in a long, slow but constant legal battle against the exploitation by the so called ‘Registered Copyright Socieities’ who charge ‘Royalty’ for music played out at events. There are cases going on in seveal courts by various associations & individuals against the malpractices being administered by these so called copyright societies.  EEMA had recently filed a fresh writ in Delhi High Court wherein it was highlighted that despite the fact that currently neither of the bodies issuing ‘licenses’ are infact Registered Copyright Societies – PPL / IPRS & Novex, however ...

by Shrutee K/DNS Wrangler introduces its Camping Vibes Collection inspired by the outdoor lifestyle, with style, class and warmth. This season, let autumnal hues and wintry colors transform your wardrobe with Wrangler’s all new collection. Wrangler introduces a collection Known for the spirit of adventure and freedom, Wrangler welcomes the winter with the elements of nature like leaves, trees, and mountains in its all-new Camping Vibes collection. To dial up the style quotient, Wrangler’s Camping Vibe collection showcases denims with artisan and hand-crafted elements along with modern interpretations of folk-inspired patterns. Wrangler’s Camping Vibes collection is the perfect way equip yourself to embrace some outdoor adventure. Available in exclusive and trendy styles at all leading retail stores and e-stores. The Price of the Camping Vibe collection starts from Rs, 1495/- onwards.  So, snuggle up this winter with Wrangler’s Camping Vibe collection. Walk into you...

by Shrutee K/DNS Mumbai, December 26, 2016 : India’s most favourite maid, Priyanka, is set to fill your days with peals of laughter yet again as Web Talkies, the fastest growing digital home entertainment brand in the country, brings back the most iconic character of its highly popular show ‘Maid in India’, with a second season.  Priyanka, the tech-savvy, social media-addicted maid, who is Dubai return owns a Nano and speaks her mind; who with her iPhone and witty solutions, helps her mistress face the highs and the lows, the yeses and the nos of life with aplomb is ready to take digital entertainment world by storm once again. Maid in India with actress Flora Saini in lead was the most popular series on Web Talkies in its first season and   ‘Maid in India’ season 2 promises to double everything that defined the last season-the fun, the oomph and the craziness.  In Maid in India Season 2, presence of Tia, Sandhya the homeowner’s sister and an air hostes...