Archives October 2023

31st October 2023, MUMBAI: The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) Maharashtra is all set to host the second edition of HOMETHON Property Expo 2023, India’s largest real estate property expo at the JIO World Convention Centre, BKC, Mumbai from November 24 to 26, 2023. The inaugural HOMETHON Expo held last year received phenomenal success and this year’s expo is seeing an even larger developer presence.

The HOMETHON Expo 2023 will showcase over 500 top-notch projects from Maharashtra’s leading developers. Home buyers will get to choose from an array of properties across segments; be it affordable or luxury housing. These include properties from across Mumbai and MMR as well as Thane, Kalyan, Navi Mumbai, Panvel, Raigad, Mira Road, Vasai, Virar etc. In addition, properties from Pune, Nashik and Nagpur along with second home projects and plotted schemes will also be on display.

Leading housing finance companies have attractive home loan offers awaiting home buyers. The three day property extravagance will showcase premium real estate brands from across the state.

Property prices on offer will range from Rs. 20 lakhs to 15 crores, presenting home buyers a plethora of home buying options to choose from, thus ensuring that they fulfill their dream of owning their desired home. Further facilitating this process, developers on their part are coming up with sweeteners like No stamp duty and no registration charges, No GST, No processing fee, spot benefits and other festive offer benefits.

Commenting on the HOMETHON Property Expo, Mr. Sandeep Runwal, President, NAREDCO Maharashtra, says, “This property exhibition is here at an appropriate time, just a week after Diwali, where home buyer sentiments are at an all time high; further driving housing demand. This expo will further boost home sales as most developers are offering attractive discounts and Diwali offers specially curated for this event. Home buyers should take advantage of all these offerings and take that important decision of buying their dream home at HOMETHON Property Expo 2023.”

Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman, NAREDCO says, “The housing market is buoyant with high expectations from home buyers given better job stability, increase in disposable income and aspiration levels on the rise. Taking all these factors together along with the festive cheer, this property exhibition promises to fulfill home buyers long cherished desire of owning a home.”

Mr. Rajan Bandelkar, Vice Chairman, NAREDCO says, “NAREDCO Maharashtra is committed to fostering an ecosystem of trust, transparency and innovation which has significantly improved home buyer sentiments. HOMETHON Property Expo 2023 is a perfect platform for developers to showcase their premium projects to home buyers at special discounted rates.”

Mr. Abhay Chandak, Secretary, of NAREDCO Maharashtra says, “This property expo will act as a catalyst for the rise in housing demand. Bringing developers, home buyers and all stakeholders under one roof will ensure smooth operations in the home buying process.”

The venue of HOMETHON Property Expo 2023 will also include a business lounge and networking centers where attendees can interact with industry veterans and stalwarts. To ease the commute, transportation from key locations in Mumbai to the exhibition venue will be made available. For the visitors, there will be no parking charges and they will get ample of opportunities to win lucky draw prizes

Prominent developers who are slated to participate in this event include Hiranandani Group, Godrej Properties, K Raheja Corp, Piramal Realty, L&T Realty, Birla Real Estate, Shapoorji Pallonji, Adani, Runwal Group, Tata Housing, Prescon, Raunak Group, The Wadhwa Group, Chandak Group, Ekta World, Kanakia, Arkade, Dynamix, Transcon, and many others. Housing Finance Companies like ICICI Bank, Central Bank of India, HDFC Bank, State Bank of India and Aditya Birla Housing Finance, among others, to help facilitate home loans at the event.

Krea University has commenced the first round of Admissions for the 2024 intake to the 4 year BA (Honours) and BSc (Honours) programme at the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS), as well as the 5 year Integrated BBA+MBA Programme and 2 year MBA Programme at IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB).

The 4 year BA (Honours) & BSc (Honours) degrees at SIAS helps students identify the Major that best suits their career and life interests. Students can choose a Major in their second year after they complete 11 Core and Skills course requirements at Krea. The University offers Majors in thirteen disciplines, four Double Majors and sixteen Minors, all housed in the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences, Division of Literature and Arts, and Division of Sciences respectively.

The flagship 5 year Integrated BBA+MBA Programme was launched at IFMR GSB, rooted in the belief that a leader needs to get started young, straight out of school, and be offered domain knowledge and gain an understanding of the world of business and management through their undergraduate journey. Designed strategically with flexibility, this programme allows learners the freedom after three years of BBA, to either choose to pursue the MBA programme at IFMR GSB or exit the fourth year with a PG Diploma or head for a year-long sabbatical before joining the MBA programme, again. Specialisation options include business management, entrepreneurship, managing a family business or business journalism.

The 2 year residential MBA Programme allows students to specialise in Data Science & Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources, Marketing Management, Operations Management and Strategic Management. All courses are taught by scholars with top degrees or by industry leaders from the corporate sector.

“At Krea,” says Professor Nirmala Rao, Vice-Chancellor, Krea University, “we recognise that a solid well-grounded liberal arts and sciences education is central to a 21st century global imagination. Led by our unique interwoven learning pedagogy, our holistic education fosters creativity, intellectual curiosity, and helps in the process of creating knowledge in subjects ranging from the arts, humanities, and social sciences to the natural and applied sciences. Krea’s mission is to attract young minds towards the best educational experience and to prepare them to be global citizens, capable of solving intricate problems through rational and critical thinking. Our students play an important role in co-creating their own learning journey, guided by some of the finest faculty members from across the world. We are excited to welcome a new batch of young learners to script their own unique chapters at Krea.”

Krea University was born with a mission to re-imagine education for the 21st century, guided by a pedagogy that transcends the interdisciplinary and is led by the unique Interwoven Learning philosophy. The University houses two schools, SIAS and IFMR GSB, preparing young students with skills and aptitude in the fields of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Management Education.

Bengaluru,30th October 2023 Antara Senior Care, a subsidiary of the $4 billion Max Group, is expanding its operations into Southern India. As an integrated service provider for all senior care needs, Antara has already positively impacted the lives of more than 15,000 seniors, in its 12 years of operations, primarily in North India. Aligned with its vision to impact more seniors through the delivery of exceptional senior care services, the brand is poised to launch all its products and services in Bengaluru.

With an existing presence in Dehradun and Noida, Antara’s successful independent living Residences for seniors will soon arrive in Bengaluru. The company has signed a non-binding term sheet with a leading realty developer to develop approximately 1 million square feet, delivering around 500 senior residences in a prominent location in Bengaluru.

Under its Assisted Care Services, Antara plans to set up 3 Care Homes, i.e., assisted living facilities in a home-like environment with integrated health care services, in Bengaluru with a total capacity of ~200 beds. Its second offering, Care-at-Home services, are designed to offer tailored and individualised care solutions for seniors in the comfort of their homes. The services include critical care at home, in-home diagnostics, skilled nursing care, patient caregivers, mobile health check-ups, and assistance with daily activities. The third offering, Antara’s MedCare product range, is aimed at aiding the recovery and well-being of seniors and offers a comprehensive range of medical products and equipment readily available on rent and/or for sale. Designed for the unique needs of seniors, the range comprises over 1100 SKUs, from adult diapers, powered wheelchairs, commode chairs, walkers and more, Antara’s MedCare range is available through Antara’s website, Amazon and in chemist retail stores.

AGEasy by Antara, the latest offering from the brand, aims to empower seniors to age with ease and joy through customised health and wellness solutions. It is a holistic D2C platform to help seniors manage common chronic conditions like joint pain, diabetes, hypertension, gut health, fall-management and more. Launching with joint care and fall-management to begin with, the solutions leverage expert-assisted technology, and offer curated products and services. Antara has opened its first AGEasy Health Studio in Koramangala, where customers can walk in, interact with experts, and explore the solutions in person. Other than the Health Studio, customers can interact with Antara’s experts through a scheduled virtual call or home-visit.

Speaking on the developments, Tara Singh Vachani, Vice Chairperson, Max India and Executive Chairperson, Antara Senior Living, said, “While we still enjoy the demographic dividend as a country, this will change over the next few decades. We already have ~120 mn seniors and by 2050, this number will grow to ~300 mn making the country an aged society by the UN’s definition. This will impact several sectors significantly, ranging from healthcare, to housing, to consumer goods and services. The question is – are we effectively equipped for such a demographic shift? Over the last 12 years, our vision for Antara to positively impact the lives of our seniors has manifested through our independent-living senior residences and assisted care services in North India. Expanding our approach to become an integrated ecosystem for senior lifecare and lifestyle solutions, I am happy to note that we will now offer our complete suite of products & services in the southern market, starting with Bengaluru.”

Elaborating on the business expansion, Rajit Mehta, MD Max India and MD and CEO, Antara Senior Living, said, “The senior care sector is rapidly evolving in response to the changing demographics of our country. By mid-2050s, it is projected that we will have more over-65 years population than under-15 years. At Antara, we recognize that this will mean shifting the trajectory, both in terms of business models and scale-up. This implies more investment in senior care and exploring industry alliances to continue to drive innovation in this sector. We are excited to announce our entry into the southern market with all of Antara’s products and services, bringing our expertise and commitment to promote the well-being of seniors in this region. We look forward to creating a holistic ecosystem that uplifts the quality of senior care in India and ensures a dignified and fulfilling life for our seniors.”

Ishaan Khanna, CEO, Antara Assisted Care Services, said, “We are excited to bring all our services to the city of Bengaluru. Our Care-at-Home services and MedCare products have already received overwhelming response from seniors and with plans to open Care Homes soon, we aim to positively impact many more lives in Bengaluru. Through these comprehensive products and services and the innovative AGEasy platform, we, at Antara, are determined to provide seniors with the superior support and resources they need to age with ease and joy.”

Chennai, 30th Oct 2023: MGM Cancer Institute, a leading healthcare facility dedicated to pioneering advancements in cancer care, is thrilled to announce the resounding success of the “Walk in Pink @ Namma Chennai” Walkathon. This event, held on the 28th of October, 2023, marked a significant milestone in the ongoing battle against breast cancer, garnering enthusiastic participation and community support.

The Walkathon, which started at the MGM Cancer Institute on Nelson Manickam Road and culminated at Thiru Vi Ka Park in Shenoy Nagar, witnessed an overwhelming response with over 300 registrations. The event was inaugurated with great pomp and enthusiasm by the esteemed presence of Dr. M A Raja, Senior Consultant- Medical Oncology, Director- Oncology Services and Chairman the medical Advisory Board.

The primary objective of “Walk in Pink @ Namma Chennai” was to raise awareness about the risk factors associated with breast cancer and to empower women to take charge of their breast health through regular self-examinations and screenings. The event aimed to foster a sense of communal responsibility and dispel misconceptions surrounding breast cancer.

In addition to the walk itself, the participants, representing a diverse cross-section of society, including cancer survivors, students, doctors, healthcare professionals, and dedicated volunteers, enjoyed an array of engaging activities. These activities were designed to uplift and inspire cancer survivors, including a captivating fashion show, invigorating Zumba sessions, and other surprise elements to enhance their physical and mental well-being.

Early detection is a crucial step in saving countless lives, and “Walk in Pink @ Namma Chennai” stands as a vital stride in breast cancer prevention. By breaking the silence and challenging the stigma surrounding cancer, the event aimed to empower women to openly discuss their health and embrace annual mammography screenings.

The success of this event highlights MGM Cancer Institute’s unwavering commitment to advancing cancer research, treatment, and support services. We are elated to witness the remarkable enthusiasm and sense of community that surrounds the Walkathon. This event not only promotes a healthy lifestyle but also serves as a beacon of hope for all those affected by cancer. Together, we can make a difference and bring about positive change in the fight against cancer.

MGM Cancer Institute extends its heartfelt gratitude to all participants, sponsors, and supporters for making “Walk in Pink @ Namma Chennai” a resounding success. We look forward to continuing our mission to raise breast cancer awareness and provide unwavering support to those affected by this disease.

Hyderabad, 30th October 2023 Having a child is one of life’s greatest blessings. But with erratic lifestyle, delayed parenthood, lack of exercise, consumption of junk foods, and environmental factors, there is a steady rise in infertility in India. Infertility is just like any other health issue and one has to come out of fears, and inhibitions and discuss it with a fertility specialist. With advanced technologies in place, fertility-challenged couples can overcome infertility and achieve their dream of having a child.

Oasis Fertility, Banjara Hills, one of the well-known and highly acclaimed fertility centers in Hyderabad organized an event to celebrate the joy of parenthood with the babies born out of IVF treatment. Dr. Durga G Rao, Co-founder and medical Director, Oasis Fertility, Dr. Krishna Chaitanya, Scientific Head and clinical Embryologist, Oasis Fertility, Dr Prachee S Kulkarni, Consultant Fertility Specialist, Oasis Fertility and Dr Akhila Ayyagari, Fertility Specialist, Oasis Fertility and Dr Aaishwari Durge, Consultant Fertility Specialist, Oasis Fertility graced the occasion. Several families with their babies participated in the event.

The center had recently successfully completed the reaccreditation process for NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) as it is committed to delivering the best in class treatment and care to ensure the safety and satisfaction of the couples.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Durga G Rao, Co-founder & Medical Director, Oasis Fertility stated, “Very happy to be part of this wonderful occasion. We have advanced technologies backed by top-notch fertility specialists and the finest embryologists. Coming out of silence and discussing fertility issues frankly with a fertility specialist is the most important thing.

If you wish to postpone parenthood, take up the option of preserving your eggs, sperms, or embryos through fertility preservation as fertility decreases with age. Having a healthy diet and healthy weight is essential to achieve conception.

People with cancer need to preserve their fertility before undergoing cancer treatments. With a holistic, compassionate, and personalized approach, we are here to help you become happy parents”.

Dr Krishna Chaitanya, Scientific Head and Clinical Embryologist, Oasis Fertility stated, “Men also contribute to infertility. Obesity, Diabetes, lack of proper sleep, smoking, and alcohol consumption affect men’s fertility. We have an exclusive male fertility centre – AndroLife through which we provide the necessary privacy, space, and fertility treatment to men. With advanced technologies like MicroTESE (Microsurgical Testicular Sperm Extraction) and microfluidics, we help men overcome fertility issues and have their biological child without going in for donor sperm.”

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Prachee S Kulkarni, Consultant Fertility Specialist, Oasis Fertility, Banjara Hills stated, “I congratulate all the couples who had trust in us and enabled us to create the joy of parenthood in their lives. We offer a wide array of fertility treatments like IUI, IVF, IVM, fertility preservation, donor treatments, etc. It is vital to consult a fertility specialist if you are unable to conceive even after a year. We get many complicated or difficult cases, or multiple times failed fertility cases, we feel privileged to help such patients achieve their dreams of parenthood. We provide fertility treatment with transparency and ethical practices, with the help of advanced technology by highly experienced team of specialist. For patient safety we are following all the norms laid down by the government. When one starts the motherhood journey at an young age, the complications would be lesser, also when you begin at an older age, if you are medically fit, the chances of complications would be less. We also have Oocyte prior preservation, many unmarried individuals do not have immediate plans to get married of if they are married and are not wanting to get pregnant immediately, they can become parents at a later date, by prior preserving their oocytes.”

Dr Akhila Ayyagari, Fertility Specialist, Oasis Fertility, Banjara Hills stated, “Extremely glad to see all these kids here. My heartfelt congratulations to all the parents who took the right step at the right time. We offer advanced treatments to help women with PCOS, endometriosis, recurrent miscarriages, IVF failures, fibroids, etc. to achieve parenthood. Don’t lose hope. Women should take the right decision at the right time, come to us at the appropriate time and that would help them to achieve their dream of parenthood. It’s the quality of oocyte and the quality of the sperms which determines the success of infertility treatment. We have number of interventions to improve the quality of Oocytes and sperms in the form of drugs used, the protocols we practice, injections we use, the technique used, selection of the sperm etc. The success of IVF is about 40% to 50%, but if you had pre-genetic testing, it goes up to 60% to 70%.”

Dr Aaishwari Durge, Consultant Fertility Specialist, Oasis Fertility stated, “We offer personalized fertility treatments based on the couple’s age, health condition, weight and several other factors. Through the use of advanced technologies, we improvise the success rates of fertility treatments. Never postpone fertility treatments as it may affect the outcome.”

Muscat, Oman –30th October 2023 Fisheries Development Oman (FDO) and its subsidiary companies recently wrapped up a triumphant exhibition at the prestigious 26th China Fisheries & Seafood Expo, held from October 25th to 27th, 2023, at the Hongdao International Convention and Exhibition Center (HICEC) in Qingdao, China. The event garnered remarkable attention and left attendees enthralled by the extensive array of offerings and compelling investment prospects within Oman’s thriving fisheries sector. FDO’s presentation of products adhering to international standards solidified its pivotal role in the global fisheries industry.

This event, renowned as one of the world’s premier seafood exhibitions, attracted an astonishing number of attendees, marked by more than 40000 visitors and active participation from over 1600 companies. Beyond being a platform to showcase FDO’s products and services, the expo acted as a magnet for investment opportunities.

This year’s Expo proved particularly advantageous for FDO and its subsidiaries, thanks to the recent cooperation protocol established between Oman and China. Visitors and business partners gained insight into the rigorous food safety standards that guarantee the quality and safety of Omani fish products, fully aligned with China’s health regulations. This positioning solidified FDO’s standing as a trustworthy global supplier and significantly contributed to its expanding international presence.

Visitors exploring FDO’s exhibition stand were captivated by the multifaceted investment opportunities offered by Oman’s fisheries sector. FDO emphasized its unwavering commitment to sustainable fishing practices, which serve as the cornerstone for the long-term preservation of Oman’s abundant marine resources. The showcasing of cutting-edge aquaculture technologies and infrastructure further underscored FDO’s dedication to enhancing productivity and maintaining exceptional standards throughout the value-added chain.

Mr. Hilal Al Riyami, Group Manager Supply Chain, shared his insights on FDO’s participation at the China Fisheries & Seafood Expo 2023: “Our presence at this event was nothing short of a remarkable success. It afforded us the opportunity to cast a spotlight on Oman’s fisheries sector, with a particular emphasis on the Chinese market. The overwhelming interest from attendees, who recognized the enticing investment prospects and the exceptional products and services provided by FDO, has given us confidence that these interactions will pave the way for significant partnerships and collaborations, ultimately propelling the sustainable growth of Oman’s fisheries industry within the context of the Chinese market.”

FDO’s comprehensive portfolio took center stage throughout the exhibition, featuring fresh and frozen fish, value-added seafood products, state-of-the-art fish processing facilities, aquaculture technologies, and sustainable fishing practices. This comprehensive showcase reaffirmed FDO’s standing as a prominent player in the global fisheries arena.

The active participation of FDO in the China Fisheries & Seafood Expo 2023 mirrors the Omani government’s unwavering commitment to diversifying its economy and harnessing the vast potential of the fisheries sector. Oman’s strategic location, favorable business environment, and abundant natural resources make it an attractive destination for both local and international investors seeking growth opportunities in the aquaculture industry.

Indore, 30th October 2023:Mrs.SuchitraDhanani along with Mrs.SadhnaVyas and Mrs.MadhaviMandloiZamindar today announced the beginning of the festive exhibition ‘Virasaat’ at the Sapphire Hall at Sayaji Indore. The two day’ exhibition showcased the masterpieces and artistry expertise of the handicraft and artwork showcased by them. The original idea of exhibiting these masterpieces is to primarily promote traditional and contemporary artwork, handicrafts and textiles.

Mrs.SuchitraDhanani on the occasion said; “My personal liking and the interest in exploring the traditional cultural heritage is the idea behind this exhibition today. Zardosi’s work, embroideries, potli designs and rich wall frames are my personal likings which inspired me to do this exhibition and get masterpieces from across the country to offer the people of Indore. I envision this as that during the festive times it is always better if we weave our house and décor along with traditional vibes and Indian culture.”

Virasaat, in its first season, has brought traditional textiles, hand-printed sarees, Kurtas, scarves, zardosisarees, sherwani buttons made out of zardozi, and single decorative frames with rich effects. This embarks the journey and lead to inspiring these self-made women to get more heritage from across the country to the masses of Indore.

Mumbai,30th October 2023: Avaada Foundation (www.avaadafoundation.com), committed to the unwavering holistic development of society across social, economic, spiritual, and moral dimensions, organized the annual staging of the epic saga ‘RamLeela: Satya Vijay Gatha’ at the Jamna Bai School Auditorium in Mumbai.

Embarking on its fourth consecutive year, this enchanting portrayal of Lord Ram’s life story stands as a testament to the Avaada Foundation’s dedication to rejuvenating age-old values and traditions. A radiant confluence of passion, talent, and devotion, the performances are uniquely brought to life by the fervent members of the Avaada Group and their children, each portraying revered mythological characters with unparalleled zeal.

Imbued with profound narratives, this epic saga serves as a vital platform for inculcating moral values in young minds. Through the powerful tales of Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Bharat, and every emblematic character of the Ramayan, the Foundation endeavors to inspire the youth to internalize and embody the exceptional qualities these legends exemplify.

Mr. Vineet Mittal, trustee Avaada Foundation expressed, “Every individual bears a profound debt to our parents, our encouraging nature, the wise saints and sages, and the broader society. It is through our noble and selfless actions that we strive to repay this invaluable debt. We believe in the transformative potential of stories to mould young minds and guide them. The Ramayana is not just a story. It is a mirror reflecting the complexities of life, the choices we make, and the consequences that follow. It is a guide, teaching us values that are timeless and universal. Avaada Foundation chose to promote this epic because Ramayan offers invaluable life lessons. From Lord Ram’s respect for his parents, Sita’s resilience, Hanuman’s loyalty, and Bharat’s sense of justice, – each character provides a lesson in ethics, morality, and righteousness. As our young performers bring this epic to life, I urge each one of you, young and old, to not just enjoy the spectacle but to internalize the lessons. Let Ramayan be more than just a story; let it be a guide, a mentor, and a friend.”

We express our gratitude to Mr. Satish Shinner and his volunteers for patiently teaching the children, all the participating children who brought their never-ending enthusiasm to every rehearsal and their parents for their support. Ruzal, Rupal, Dipesh, and all the other volunteers who worked behind the scenes to bring about this spic saga to you today.

Lastly, but most importantly, the venue, Jamnabai Narsee School, is a very special place. The ethos of this institute prepares minds for a changing world. Mr. Jairaj Thacker Trustee JNIL and a member of the founding family for their unequivocal support, without which this event wouldn’t have been possible.

Bengaluru, 30th October 2023: Muzigal, India’s largest Music Education Platform, launched its 11th state-of-the-art music academy in Bengaluru. Located in Kadugodi, Bangalore, the academy is spread over 2300 sqft and boasts of an unmatched ambiance that is highly conducive to the learning of music including vocal and instrumental. In the presence of Chief Guest – Mr. Lingam Anil Kumar a noted Carnatic Vocalist and performer, and Dr Sowmiya Ramesh, Founder and Managing Partner of Al Jalil Exports and Director of DG Hospital & Muzigal’s Founder Dr. Lakshminarayana Yeluri.

With a capacity to accommodate over 500 students, spread over multiple batches, the Music Academy at Kadugodi will offer lessons in Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, Drums, Carnatic Vocals, Hindustani Vocals, Western Vocals, Violin and Ukulele. For the inaugural month, post the launch of the Music Academy, Muzigal is offering 1-month of free music education with all enrolments.

Muzigal’s state-of-the-art academy is setting a gold standard in music education by providing a 360-degree framework in the music learning and teaching eco-system with online, offline, and music instruments shop-front integrated into one platform.

Speaking at the launch of Muzigal’s Kadugodi Academy, Muzigal’s Founder Dr. Lakshminarayana Yeluri said, “The Muzigal Academy builds on our mission of democratizing music education by giving learners access to a state-of-the-art learning center in their own community. This will represent the best learning and teaching experience one could hope for in music. It will cater to the widest range of courses in Indian classical and western music taught by expert music teachers. In addition to these, a structured curriculum, periodic assessments, certification, flexible fee payment plans, highly trained teachers, and easy access, make it learner-centric at heart.”

With over 10,000 students spread across India, USA, UK, Australia, and UAE, supported by 400+ trained music teachers and over 40,000 classes completed successfully, Muzigal has helped students fulfil their music aspirations globally, whether they are hobby learners or serious learners hoping to achieve Trinity grade certification.

Traditional music institutions in India have mostly remained as mom-and-pop shops, home tuitions or through some of the large boutique institutions that are either restricted to certain geographies or limited only to advanced level of music learners that are not built to scale with a tech stack behind them. Muzigal’s academy epitomizes and reimagines neighbourhood music academies with state-of-the-art infrastructure, wide choice of music courses, dedicated staff, trained teachers and a shop front. Muzigal invites learners of all age groups and walks of life to come and join the fun.

Muzigal provides a comprehensive approach to music education by leveraging its online presence, offline academies and expert teachers to address the needs of music learners. This approach ensures that students have the resources and guidance necessary to achieve their musical aspirations.

The Kadugodi Muzigal Academy is located at 2nd Floor, Above Bata Showroom, Whitefield, Hoskote Road, Kadugodi Post, Bengaluru – 560067.

Amethyst presents an exclusive exhibition of Amrapali’s festive fine jewelry collection featuring one-of-a-kind pieces crafted using rare gemstones and created using ancient Indian techniques which have been preserved by highly skilled craftsmen. This collection comprises colorful jadau pieces which are perfect for festive occasions as they add vibrancy and charm to the festivities, crafted in gold they shine for prosperity & auspiciousness from 11am to 7.30pm from November 1st to 4th, 2023 at Amethyst, Whites Road, Royapettah, Chennai. Ph : 7338899176 / 8056018886. Prices start at Rs.1 Lakh and goes up to Rs.60 Lakhs

Amrapali – Brand Note:

Amrapali Jewels is an internationally renowned luxury Indian jewelry brand that traces its origins to the year 1978, when Mr. Rajiv Arora and Mr. Rajesh Ajmera took upon themselves the task of showcasing to the world the exclusivity and magnificence of Indian heritage jewelry. Every jeweled piece is created with the help of master craftsmen and goldsmiths within and around Jaipur, with elements of Indian ethnic jewellery in their designs they have revived the traditional methods, in order to create a design language distinct to Amrapali. Like the beautiful royal courtesan Amrapali of prehistoric era from where the name of this brand has been derived, the jewellery too have a royal taste and lineage. Crafted with the Indian heritage, art and rich culture, the Amrapali jewellery is the living testimony to the rich craftsmanship of the country. Its majestic appeal has spell magic over the fashion and the glamour world.

Amrapali Jaipur is a celebration of the timeless Indian art of adornment and authentic master craftsmanship. Breathing new life into centuries-old traditions of jeweler, Amrapali embodies a unique, bold and eclectic style. Like the legend of its namesake, a renowned courtesan of ancient India, Amrapali Jaipur is the expression of a mysterious, eternal world of delight.

Amrapali has made Jaipur the center stage of fashionistas. It has been the most favoured brand of the rich and famous world ever since its inception in 1978. Over the years of excellence and exquisiteness, Amrapali has created a fan club of several famous families like Hermes, Corum, Porche, and Barbie-Muller. The Amrapali rage has also caught the imagination of glamorous stars of Hollywood and Bollywood equally. Be it Hollywood’s Jennifer Lopez, Angelina Jolie, Penelope Cruz, and Rihanna or the Indian beauties like Sonam Kapoor, Vidya Balan, Kajol, Deepika Padukone, Madhuri Dixit, Kirron Kher and Konkana Sen, the jewellery from Amrapali has definitely added zing to their glamour quotient. Almost every known face in the glamour world has adorned its creations either for a shoot or on the red carpet. Amrapali Jewellery was also seen in famous movies like Troy, Goliyon ki Raasleela- Ramleela and Khoobsurat (2014), The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Baahubali -1, Baahubali -2, Jaanisaar and Kaatru Veliyidai, Manikarnika, Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, Tumbbad etc.

The founders of Amrapali were also invited to meet the Queen at Buckingham Palace to mark the official start of the UK-India Year of Culture in February, 2017. Amrapali Jewels also showcased ‘Holi,’ their exclusive life-size replica of a baby elephant at the official preview of the Elephant Parade India in New Delhi where the CEO’s Tarang Arora & Akanksha Arora met Royal Highnesses, The Prince of Wales and the Dutchess of Cornwall.

Amrapali Jewels loyal clientele include royalty, corporate honchos and celebrities from across the globe, including a list of honoured customers like Mr. Shimon Peres Ex-Prime Minister of Israel, Her Majesty AshiWongchuk Queen of Bhutan, Maharani Padmini Devi and Princess Diya of the Jaipur Royal Family.

The Duchess of the Cambridge, Kate Middleton was also spotted wearing Amrapali Earrings at Charity Bollywood Gala, during her royal visit to India, 2016

Princess Benedikte of Denmark recently visited Amrapali’s store in Jaipur and was seen wearing and appreciating Amrapali Jewellery.

Amrapali is the only Indian Jewelry designers to present their collection in Fashion Weeks of Milan and New York.

Amrapali Jewelry is available in over 33 outlets, including major markets throughout the world- New Delhi (also at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Terminal 3), Mumbai (also at the International Airport- Terminal T2), Bangalore, Hyderabad Chennai, Kolkata, Jaipur,London, New York; franchise stores and leading department (Harrods) and specialty stores.

Combining the essence of Amrapali with an experimental design philosophy, Tribe Amrapali creates contemporary and affordable design for a younger audience. Defined by a more vibrant and dramatic energy, it brings a new dimension to traditional jewellery, in the same eclectic spirit of Amrapali Jaipur.

Heritage Jewellery House Amrapali Jewels has launched a Museum in Jaipur after several years’ work spent in documenting and researching the collections. Conceptualized and founded by the Amrapali founders, Rajiv Arora and Rajesh Ajmera, the museum will showcase traditional silver jeweled arts of India reflecting the ‘everyday’ life of the people of India. The museum seeks to be a haven for scholars, students, connoisseurs and other visitors to Jaipur, who will get to explore the heritage and history of India through the jewellery and artifacts.

Amrapali Jewels and famed designer Raghvendra Rathore have come together to launch the Gurukul School of Design in 2018, located in the vibrant and historic city of Jaipur. GSD offers a unique Fashion Design Program delivered by world class international and Indian faculty.