Archives November 2023

Mumbai, 21st November 2023: IWC Schaffhausen, the renowned Swiss luxury watch manufacturer, is thrilled to announce the opening of its first boutique in India at Jio World Plaza, Mumbai with its long-standing partner and one of India’s leading retailers of luxury watches, Art of Time. Located in Jio World Plaza, the city’s new luxury shopping destination, the boutique is designed as an intimate and welcoming space. Clients can discover exclusive Boutique editions such as the Portugieser Perpetual Calendar and the Portugieser Chronograph as well as IWC’s main collections.

The unveiling of IWC’s first boutique in Mumbai, the Financial Capital of India, marks an exciting moment for watch enthusiasts and an opportunity to discover the IWC universe, synonymous with timeless innovation and craftsmanship. The new boutique at Jio World Plaza spans an intimate 40 sqm space. Clients can immerse in the world of watchmaking excellence in a relaxed space and enjoy private consultations to gain deeper understanding of intricate horological details and appreciate the stories behind each collection.

Some of the highlights of the new retail space is the IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar Boutique Edition watch (Ref. IW503312), a compact automatic style in the iconic IWC Portugieser design with a legendary perpetual calendar. Made of 18 ct Armor Gold®, its features include displays for the date, day, month, and year in four digits, a perpetual moon phase, and a see-through sapphire glass back. It is powered by the IWC-manufactured 52610 caliber that features a rotor in 18 ct 5N gold. The Pellaton automatic winding system builds up a 7-day power reserve when fully wound. Another Boutique exclusive, the IWC Portugieser Chronograph Boutique Edition (Ref. IW371614) features an 18 ct 5N gold case, a see-through sapphire glass back, and is equipped with the IWC-manufactured 69355 caliber.

“The Indian luxury connoisseur has a deep understanding and appreciation for Swiss watchmaking, innovation, an eye for detail and a growing appetite for exclusive experiences. The opening of the first boutique in the country in partnership with Art of Time is an excellent platform to bring the IWC Schaffhausen craftsmanship and timeless design to the heart of Mumbai. Customers will have access to exclusive collections and will be able to fully immerse in the world of watchmaking in a luxurious environment.” states Mehdi Rajan, Managing Director of IWC Schaffhausen for the Middle East, India and Africa.

Commenting on the partnership, Directors of Art of Time, Gaurav Bhatia and Bharat Kapoor said, “We have enjoyed a long-standing relationship with IWC Schaffhausen, and the opening of this new boutique further strengthens our association. Jio World Plaza is the city’s ultimate luxury destination, and we are delighted to bring the discerning customer an elevated shopping experience as they discover the world of IWC Schaffhausen.”

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Hyderabad, November 20, 2023…. Hyderabad to host Grand Festival 23, the 293-year-old Freemason Organisation’s meeting. It will be held on November 25th and 26th at Imperial Gardens in Secunderabad. It is the annual gathering of Freemasons of the Grand Lodge of India. It is hosted by the Freemasons of Telangana. It is the city’s first ever grand festival in the 62 years history of Grand Lodge of India.

The event is also being clubbed with another landmark milestone – the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations of the Supreme Grand Chapter of India.

1200 plus Freemasons from across India and abroad are expected to participate in the Grand Festival. Delegates from several different Grand Lodges of countries such as the United Kingdom, Scotland, Paraguay, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Russia, Mauritius and others are expected to participate.

It is a historical moment as the Grand Festival is being held in Hyderabad for the first time in the 62-year history of the Grand Lodge of India. Grand Lodge is the apex body of Freemasons in India, which was formed in 1961. Freemasonry traces its roots in India in the early years of the 18th century. In 1730 officers of the East India Company held their meetings in Fort William in Calcutta. Hence it is a historical moment all the Freemasons in Telangana should be proud of, said Mr Anish Kumar Sharma, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of India. Anish Kumar Sharma is the head of Freemasonry in India.

The local freemasons are organising the “9th leg of Gift-a-Livelihood”, a charity initiative to support talented, hardworking, poor but who lack the right tools for the job by providing tools necessary to discharge their professional duties on 24th November where 50 poor street vendors, pretty traders, self-employed, women doing business from home etc. The initiative of local masons, ‘Gift-a-Livelihood’ because of its impact to the society, it is replicated across India.

Freemasonry is a Moral-building organization, A.K. Sharma added. It teaches values and makes good men better. It teaches values such as Brotherly Love, Relief, Truth, Faith, Hope, Charity, Temperance, Fortitude, Prudence, Justice, Virtue, Honour, Mercy, Wisdom, Strength, Beauty, Secrecy, Fidelity, Obedience, Courtesy, Benevolence, Gratitude, Duty, Kindness, Affability and many more.

Hyderabad has another unique distinction. It has the oldest building “Goshamahal Baradari Masonic Building’, which Freemasons in Hyderabad use as their meeting place. It is the oldest building used as a Masonic Temple in India. The meeting place of freemasons is called as Masonic Temple, Grand Master Anish Kumar Sharma said.

Freemasonry is a way of life Anish Kumar added while interacting with the media. When asked to comment on how he would like to make the organization more relevant to the present generation, since most of its members are old people, Sharma said, things are changing. We have a good mix of old and new members. We need both. We don’t solicit members. But we can get more and more youth and millennials joining us.

People have their reasons why they enjoy Freemasonry, Anish Kumar said. Many come for the brotherhood, for others it is self-improvement. Freemasonry is an ocean. You can learn many things –brotherhood, charity, education, values, discipline, character building, knowledge etc. In one word, it offers a journey of personal discovery. Its preachings appeal to all generations, he said and added that more and more millennials are becoming Masons.

Low moral values are creating unrest and turmoil in our society. Honest are struggling and facing hardships. When moral values are fading and there is a fast decline in moral values in these times, Freemasonry makes a lot of difference to society and creates a lot of impacts. Freemasonry Teaches Kindness in the home, Love for one another, Courtesy in society, Resistance towards evil, Help for the weak, pity and concern for the unfortunate, Forgiveness for the penitent, Fairness in work, Honesty in business, and above all, Reverence and Love for God.

Grand Lodge of India (GLI) is the parent body of over 22,000 Freemasons in the country. There are masonic lodges (Branches or units) in over 160 cities across the country. Members of the fraternity address each other as ‘brothers’, and only the Grand Master has the title of ‘Most Worshipful’, according to the norms of Freemasonry.

GLI is the main governing body of Freemasonry within India.

The Freemasons fraternity counts industrialists, bankers, engineers, media professionals, chartered accountants, and lawyers, among others from across the country, as its members.

Nationally the Masonic Fraternity is involved in several charitable projects. The General Williams Masonic Polyclinic and a Masonic Public School in Delhi, as well as a Masonic Medical care centre for children in Coimbatore; Construction of Sheds for cyclone victims in Andhra Pradesh.

Under the “Jyothirgamaya Project” 110 remote and inaccessible villages in the country were provided Solar Lights etc., which are examples of some of the socially relevant activities of Masonic organizations all over the country. This project is highly talked about the project in the country. Most remote villages are electrified under this project.

They are one of the world’s oldest secretive societies whose members included Motilal Nehru, Vivekananda, JRD Tata, King George VI and George Washington, among others.

Freemasonry is a very unique organization. It is a very silent organisation. Freemasonry has been in existence In Hyderabad, since 1810. It has 23 lodges (branches) in the twin cities of Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Warangal and Nalgonda with about 800 members. Hyderabad is one of the most vibrant Masonic Centres in India. Freemasons of this region rose to the occasion during the pandemic and ran some most impactful service activities to society.

It is today known for its 3 initiatives—Covid Relief during the first spell of Covid, a novel initiative ‘Project Bun”, a Bun-Banana-Biscuit distribution initiative and Gift-a-Livelihood, an initiative to help petty traders with tools required to re-start their livelihood that was lost during the Covid as well as to earn sustained living. During this COVID, the Freemasons of Telangana reached out to the masses through their two-month-long COVID-19 Relief Activities. Charity is an integral part of every Freemasons.

Freemasons practice what they are taught. Projects worth Rs 40 lakhs were executed during the covid. Telangana tops among the 180 plus Lodges (Clubs) in South India in COVID Relief Work.

Locally masons organise Walk for Values, occasionally to propagate moral values.

Notable local Freemasons in the past and present include Salar Jung Bahadur, P. Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Sir Terrence Keys – the British Resident, Raja Venkata Ram Reddy, Nawab Mehdi Nawaz Jang and Nawab Ali Yavar Jang Bahadur, who became Governors of Gujarat and Maharashtra, Bakshi Raghunath Pershad, Syed Mohd. Bilgrami, Nawab Shamsher Jung Bahadur, Meher Ali Fazil, Nawab Bashir Yar Yung, Raja Rajwant Bahadur, Syed Hali Ali.

New Delhi, 20th November 2023: : The 2nd conference of the International Numerology Forum, held on November 18, 2023, at the Radisson Blu hotel in New Delhi, attracted the participation of 36 renowned numerologists from around the world, who joined virtually and physically to express their views on the key points of the conference.

The event witnessed the 3rd edition of International Numerology Day, which falls on November 18, annually, to create awareness about the benefits of this predictive science among the public, was also celebrated today.

Dr. J C Chaudhry, founder and chairman of INF, delivered the keynote address during the event.

Accomplished numerologists who addressed the gathering and participated in the panel discussion includes: Mr. Mudigonda Gopikrishna, India, Mr. Pari Sagar, UAE, Mr. Amreesh Saxena, India, Mr. Abhinandan Kumar, India, Mr. Govind Vedaprakash Shandilya, India, Ms. Deepa Bajaj, India, Mr. Pradiep Siingla, India, Ms. Allison Rose, Australia, Ms. Ankkita Siingla, India, Mr. Richard Ong, Malaysia, Ms. Sandy Smith, South Africa, Ms. Munmun Aidasani, UAE, Ms. Patricia, USA, Mr. Yusuf Ahmed Baloji, Nigeria, Ms. Greer Jonas, USA, Ms. Katie Youers, UK, Ms. Garima Duggal, India, Mr. Tarunn Kwatra, India, Mr. Sanjeev Guupta, India, Ms. Rajasudha, India, Ms. Rashmi S Saraf, India, Ms. Deepa Arora, India, Ms. Julie Bengani, India, Ms. Saanvi Gupta, India, Ms. Charru Gupta, India, Ms. Stuti Srivastava, India, Ms. Jyotsana Bansal, India, Mr. Atullya Nimai Dass, India, Ms. Rashmi Mittal, India, Ms. Shilpa Aggarwal, India, Mr. Sanjay Sethi, India, Ms. Sweta S Sandhu, India, Ms. Beena Ingole, India.

The YouTube live-streaming of the event garnered hundreds of views from numerology enthusiasts, students, and professionals. November 18 being the birthday of Dr. J C Chaudhry, a cake-cutting ceremony also took place.

Talking about the International Numerology Forum, Dr. J.C. Chaudhry said, that this global initiative is expected to facilitate standardization in numerology and synthesize various streams of this ancient wisdom. The forum will strive to dispel misinformation and myths surrounding numerology by bringing forth empirical and experiential evidence, validated by investigations, on the impact numbers have on people’s lives. The forum also aims to make numerology friendly to the people so that a normal person also feel interested to learn this science.

Hyderabad, November 20th, 2023 – Praneeth Group, a leading name in the real estate industry, is delighted to announce the grand launch of its much-anticipated project, IXORA – an epitome of luxury high-rise apartments in the vibrant JNTU area.

The exclusive unveiling ceremony took place on November 18th at Hall No 2, Hitex Exhibition Center, where esteemed personalities, including Mr. Narendra Kumar Kamaraju, Managing Director, Praneeth Group and directors Dinesh Reddy Sappidi, Aditya Kamaraju, Narsi Reddy Sappidi, Sandeep Rao Madhavaram, and KVS Narsinga Rao, graced the event with their presence.

Strategically located in the heart of JNTU, Hydernagar, Praneeth Pranav IXORA redefines the concept of luxury living, occupying a sprawling 8.31 acres. This residential masterpiece is thoughtfully designed to enhance the essence of life, offering a truly elevated living experience.

IXORA boasts meticulously crafted high-rise towers comprising 1504 modern residences, with options ranging from 1305 to 3130 square feet. The project includes 2, 2.5, 3, and 3.5 BHK configurations, all designed with Vastu compliance in mind. What sets IXORA apart is its unique Vehicle-Free Podium, providing residents with a serene and pollution-free environment.

Step into an incredible realm of sheer indulgence with a plethora of amenities that cater to every aspect of modern living. The project features a children’s play area, expansive walking spaces, a luxurious swimming pool, an amphitheatre, a pet park, and both indoor and outdoor facilities for ultimate enjoyment.

Convenience meets luxury as Praneeth Pranav IXORA is strategically situated just 5 minutes away from both JNTU Metro Station and JNTU University. Additionally, it is a mere 10 minutes from Lulu Mall and Nexus Mall, 15 minutes from Hi-Tech City and KIMS Kondapur, and 25 minutes from ORR Gachibowli Junction.

Praneeth Pranav IXORA Location: 111, Srinivas Colony, Jai Bharat Nagar, Kukatpally, Srinivas Colony, Jai Bharat Nagar, Industrial Estate, Nizampet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500090.

Praneeth Group takes pride in offering a lifestyle that combines luxury, convenience, and aesthetic appeal. IXORA stands as a testament to the commitment of Praneeth Group to deliver excellence in the realm of real estate.

New Delhi: Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra presented the ‘Sumitra Charat Ram Award’ for Lifetime Achievement 2023 to Padmashri Smt. Shobha Deepak Singh at a special ceremony on Friday, November 17th, 2023 at Kamani Auditorium, 1, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi.

Renowned sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan presented the prestigious ‘Sumitra Charat Ram Award’ for Lifetime Achievement to Smt. Shobha Deepak Singh, recognizing her unwavering dedication to the Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra and her role as an ambassador of Indian culture. The ceremony was also graced by a captivating sarod recital by Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash.

Guest of Honour, Shri Pavan K Varma, Diplomat, Author and Former MP (Rajya Sabha) also graced the occasion.

The ‘Sumitra Charat Ram Award’ for Lifetime Achievement was instituted in 2010 to honor eminent artists who have made a lasting contribution to the field of Indian classical music and dance. Previous recipients of the award include Pt. Birju Maharaj, Smt. Kishori Amonkar, Shri Mayadhar Raut, Smt. Kumudini Lakhia, Pt. Jasraj, Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia, Smt. Girija Devi, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Dr.Sonal Mansingh and Dr. Uma Sharma.

As the sun set, an air of anticipation filled the Kamani Auditorium. Smt. Gauri S. Keeling welcomed the audience, followed by an address from Shri Pavan K Varma.

Ustad Amjad Ali Khan took the stage, his sarod’s melodies captivating the audience. His sons, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, joined him, creating a harmonious dialogue of music. As he presented the award to Shobha Deepak Singh he added, “Tonight, we honor a true legend of Indian classical music, an individual whose dedication has preserved and promoted our musical heritage. Shobhaji’s impact extends beyond music, as she has championed our cultural identity worldwide. With immense pride, I present this lifetime achievement award to a true maestro.”

Padmashri Mrs. Shobha Deepak Singh delivered a heartfelt address, expressing gratitude and wisdom. She said, “With a heart full of gratitude, I accept this honor, not just for myself but for the collective spirit of our nation. Our art is our soul, and I am humbled to have played a part in preserving it. To the younger generation, embrace our heritage, let its melodies, hues, and movements ignite your passions. This award is not an end but a new beginning, a reminder of my responsibility to continue serving our nation’s artistic legacy.”

Filled with nostalgia and reverence for her contribution, the audience took home the echoes of the music and a renewed appreciation for art’s transformative power.

Hyderabad, 20th November 2023: Urbanrise and Trident Power today announced the launch of Urbanrisers Hyderabad for the upcoming Legends League Cricket (LLC) tournament 2023. In a glittering ceremony at Hyderabad today Film Star Victory Venkatesh unveiled the team’s jersey.

The team will be led by ‘Mr. IPL’ Suresh Raina and coached by former Indian World Cup cricketer Nikhil Chopra.

The Legends League Cricket is the only national T20 format tournament in the country, apart from the IPL. Urbanrisers Hyderabad is packed with Indian and International star talent including Martin Guptill, Dwayne Smith, Peter Trego, Chamara Kapugedera and Stuart Binny. Pragyan Ojha, Tirumalasetti Suman and Sudeep Tyagi the city’s own cricketing talent also feature in the line-up.

Mr. Manoj Namburu, Chairman & MD of Urbanrise, South India’s largest real estate developers and co-owner of the team said, “we are proud to offer the city of Hyderabad it’s very own cricket team. It solidifies the commitment we have towards the city, which we have shown so far through the high-quality projects we have built for our esteemed customers. The vibrant colors of the jersey symbolize the energy and the passion to win.”

Victory Venkatesh said, we are very very lucky to get a wonderful team with Nikhil being the Coach and Raina their Captain, with some wonderful players, Suman, Pragyan. Good to have Peter, going to score all the sixers for the team, a hard-hitting batsman, I always watched your game, it’s amazing. Their colours yellow and black represent power and energy, the soldier in the logo depicts commitment. Wish them the very best.

Nikhil Chopra said, being part of this team has been a fantastic journey so far, I played with lot of these players, I know all of them, excited to be part of Urbanrisers Hyderabad. We got some good bunch of players, some raw pace, over all a very balanced team, fortunate for the right kind of mix. Speaking about the current Indian team performance at the World Cup, they have been on a terrific run, make no mistake about it, with the skill set the batting department taking on responsibility, so has the bowling department, you don’t see a chink in the armor at this point of time. My message is, guys just go out there with the kind of cricket you are playing, just go out and execute your plans. The way Rohit is leading the team is phenomenal. Just go out there, treat it like just another game.

Cricketer Pragyan Ojha said, once a sports person’s career is done around 38 or 39 years of age, a platform like this will give an opportunity to get back to cricket and do what we love. So, I am grateful that this tournament has started and there is a local owner to encourage all our boys. Now after retirement, cricketer has a second career or life to pursue his dream of playing again and secure himself financially. About the current performance of Indian team, the captaincy of Rohit has been brilliant and coaching of Dravid has been up to the mark. If you see the way these two guys have handled the team, and the pressure so far has been brilliant. Rahul has been himself a player, he understands at times even if you are giving your best performance may not be up to expectations. As a coach one can give the backing, they perform better, see Shami on his comeback the way he impacted the game. Rohit has been knitting the players to express themselves, while giving free hand for everybody, he is balancing out well by handling the pressure and giving the players the opportunity to open out. The bowling unit has been outstanding. I wish the Indian team the very best for tomorrow’s match and they win the cup, it won’t be easy because they are facing the someone like Australia, who have the experience of the experience of handling the pressure in the crunch game. I am confident of the entire eleven shining tomorrow and especially Md. Shami and he becoming the player of the final.

Tirumalasetti Suman said, this world cup final is going to be a great tug of war, everyone may think that India is in a great form to win, but Australia has also been on a high, the way they came back after two losses. They are playing the ma.tch at Ahmedabad infront of 1.2 lakh crowd, obviously it’s going to be a great final and hope India comes out as a winner. If you compare man to man, India is definitely a better team and have an upper hand. Rohit is a selfless captain. To win a tournament like world cup bowling has to be strong, Australia won world cup five times because of their strong bowling unit, India also won ten out of ten matches in this world cup because of their bowling strength, we have the best bowling unit. On a given day Australian openers are very strong and they need to be sent back quickly and that will help India win the match. Since 2011 the country hosting the world cup has been winning the tournament, expecting India to lift the cup, especially because team is performing well, they are all playing like a closely knit unit

The Legends League Cricket (LLC) tournament starts on November 18, 2023. The first match of the Urbanrisers Hyderabad kicks off on November 21, 2023. The entire tournament will be broadcasted live on STAR Sports and Disney+HotStar. Fans can also purchase tickets and watch the matches live at the stadium.

Kochi, 20th November 2023: ESAF Small Finance Bank reported a net profit of Rs. 140.12 Crore in the second quarter of the financial year 2023-24, registering a remarkable Y-o-Y growth of 143.35% The net operating profit for the quarter ended on 30th September 2023 is 289.65 Cr; an increase of 37.39% over the revenue recorded in the corresponding period of the previous year. The results were announced at the meeting of Board of Directors, held first time after the Bank’s highly successful Initial Public Offering.

The Total Business of the Bank reached Rs. 34,906 Cr registering a growth of 32.81% as on 30th September 2023. Total Deposits increased from Rs. 13,520 Cr to Rs. 17,416 Cr, up by 28.82 %. The Advances Under Management (AUM) grew by 37.03% to reach Rs. 17,490 Cr from Rs. 12,764 Cr. The Gross NPA of the Bank stood at 2.64% and Net NPA at 1.19% during the second quarter. Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) of the Bank stood at 20.57%.

As of September 30, 2023, the Bank’s distribution network was at 700 branches and 579 ATMs across 236 Districts in 21 States and 2 Union Territories. In addition, we have 25 Business Correspondents and 855 Customer Service Centres.

Commenting on the quarterly performance, K. Paul Thomas, MD & CEO, ESAF Small Finance Bank said, “I am pleased to see that our bank has achieved another quarter of robust financial performance, which resulted in consistent business growth.

Our steadfast focus on rural and semi-urban locations along with the sustainable model we pursue has played a pivotal role in driving this success. In line with our strategic vision, our wholehearted dedication to expanding our presence in these underserved areas, contributing not only to our bottom line but also to the economic development of these communities.”

He also emphasized on the sustainable approach that ensured growth, which was not only beneficial for the company but also created a positive impact on the lives of individuals. “Investment in digital technologies continues to be our priority, and we are confident that our strategic initiatives will further propel us towards even greater heights in the future,” K. Paul Thomas added.

New Delhi, 20th November 2023: In line with the theme of IITF-2023 ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam-United by Trade’, DSIIDC had organized a seminar on ‘Making Delhi Entrepreneurs Paradise’ at Conference Hall No. 8, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The seminar was chaired by Shri Saurabh Bhardwaj, Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Govt. of NCT of Delhi.

Shri Saurabh Bharadwaj, Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Govt of NCT of Delhi highlighted about Start-up policy initiative of Delhi Govt which will incentivize start-up ventures in Delhi. The policy has been approved by the Cabinet and will be notified shortly. Hon’ble Minister also highlighted about steps being taken by Delhi Govt. for transforming non-confirming industrial areas to confirming industrial areas. He informed about Delhi Govt initiative of integrating Entrepreneur curriculum in schools to develop entrepreneur mindset at primary level of education. He also emphasized that Delhi Govt is focused on building Entrepreneur Ecosystem by simplifying the compliances through the Ease of Doing Business policy. The Hon’ble Minister Industries also informed that the Delhi government is quite motivated to encourage promoting the MSME.

Shri Sanjeev Mittal, Managing Director, DSIIDC, in his welcome address informed that 34 services from nine Stakeholder Departments of GNCTD have been onboarded on the single window system in the Phase-I of the development plan. In the Phase-II development of Single Window System, 18 services from 07 stakeholder departments will be onboarded in the coming year.

Shri Prakash Mirani, Joint Secretary & Additional CEO, GeM spoke about the importance of GeM portal in finding the marketing opportunities by the young entrepreneurs. He informed that more than 50% of orders in GeM have been going to micro and small sellers. There are provisions for raising concerns over biased bids, seeking reasons for rejection of bids and the advantages of end-to-end digital process in GeM reducing time gaps in acceptance of orders and release of payments to the sellers failing which interest is levied from 11th day of acceptance of orders. There is a robust grievance redressal mechanism and penal provisions. Prof. (Dr.) Ashok Kumar Nagawat, Vice Chancellor, DSEU mentioned that the Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) has been instrumental in the last few years in developing programs for budding entrepreneurs. He further informed that the university is focused on convergence of technology and problem-solving techniques for entrepreneurs. He also informed about various programs being launched by DSEU such as Super 30, a program for retired/ senior citizens etc.

Prof. S.M. Rounaque Mustafa, Associate Professor, of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Delhi Technical University, stressed on the democratization of Start-Up Investment to encourage entrepreneurs for looking up of alternate investments. He emphasized that the sustainability of Incubation is a challenge and therefore, he suggested that more and more livelihood incubation centers to be created.

Shri R K Bharati, Joint Director, MSME; Shri Ram Meena, GM (SIDBI), Shri Pankaj Vajpayee, Dean, Corporate Relations and Entrepreneurship, IIIT, Delhi; Shri Ankit Singhal, CEO Mappes.io and other eminent speakers also shared their views. The seminar emphasised on role of a vibrant start-up ecosystem, the importance of credit guarantees, and opportunities and the importance of export enhancement to contribute for making Delhi an entrepreneur’s paradise. The eminent speakers shared their valuable experiences in line with making Delhi an entrepreneurs’ paradise and talked about new opportunities that can be exploited by the entrepreneurs of Delhi. The sharing of valuable experiences will definitely benefit the entrepreneurs.

Shri Saurabh Goyal, Dy. DGFT informed that DGFT is paying attention to emerging areas like E-Commerce and the policies are attuned to the needs of entrepreneurs venturing into this dynamic space. By tailoring district-specific plans for all 11 districts of Delhi, policy interventions are finely tuned to the unique needs and opportunities that each district presents.

Dr. Monica Priyadarshini, IAS, Executive Director, DSIIDC, in her closing address, informed that suggestions given by the eminent speakers and the vision given by Hon’ble Minister will guide us in developing infrastructure, easy access to capital, capacity building, skill development, reward and incentive schemes, developing districts as export hubs, etc. and these points will be ensured during drafting of the policies in the direction of making Delhi an Entrepreneurs’ Paradise.

Prior to the Seminar, DSIIDC has also organized a workshop on ‘Enterprise Development’ at 10:30 AM in Hall No. 8, Pragati Maidan to aware and encourage micro-entrepreneurs, artisans, craftspeople, SHG members, PMFME beneficiaries etc. on setting up and running enterprises successfully. The workshop was attended by more than 150 women entrepreneurs. During the workshop, Professor of DSEU, Ms. Meenakshi, Professor, DESU and Shri Sheel Kant, Mission Manager, NULM informed about the compliances and challenges faced by entrepreneurs and the ways to deal with those situations for initiating a business enterprise and to become a successful entrepreneur. While addressing the women entrepreneurs, Shri Shobhit Gupta, Chief Manager, DSIIDC informed about the initiatives being taken by Delhi government like Developing a Single Window System as a part of Ease of Doing Business, decriminalization of redundant laws, developing districts as export hubs for developing enterprises and entrepreneurship.

Hyderabad, 20th November, 2023: Royaloak Furniture, the leading furniture brand of India strengthens its presence in Hyderabad with the launch of its new store in Nacharam. The store was inaugurated amidst a huge fanfare today in the presence of Vijai Subramaniam- Chairman, Royaloak Furniture, Mathan Subramaniam- Managing Director, Irina Moses- Head Home Décor, Naresh -State Head- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana State, Tilak – Head of Visual Merchandising & Prashanth Kotian – Head- Sales & Merchandising.

This store spanning over 9,000 sq ft, offers an extensive collection of furniture for living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms and much more. The residents of Nacharam now can expect to find a wide range of stylish and functional items, including sofas, beds, dining tables, chairs, recliners, mattresses, interior decors and a comprehensive range of office and outdoor furniture right in their neighborhood. This store marks a total of 20 stores in the Hyderabad region for the brand. The store is expected to attract more than 2 lakh visitors every year.

Speaking at the launch event, Mr. Vijai Subramaniam, Chairman, Royaloak Furniture said, “We are thrilled to launch our latest store, which represents Royaloak’s commitment to offering the best furniture at affordable prices to our customers. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that this store provides a truly exceptional shopping experience, with a wide selection of high-quality furniture that is both stylish and functional. We look forward to welcoming customers and helping them find the perfect pieces to complete their dream homes.

We have selected this location for our store since we have observed the ever-growing demand in real estate as a lot of developers are heavily invested in this part of the city. This creates an opportunity for the brand to cater to the customer base at this and adjacent locations.”

The store carries a specially curated & exclusive ‘Country Collection’ which features the finest and the most unique furniture from America, Italy, Turkey, Malaysia and India.

Congratulating the Royaloak team on their newly launched store, Mathan Subramaniam, Managing Director said, “The team’s dedication to quality and customer satisfaction is an inspiration, they have worked hard & the results show. Wishing the staff of Nacharam store continued success.”

With its exclusive standalone stores, Royaloak aims to enhance the aesthetics of any home with its modern, luxurious and affordable furniture.

The brand has been catering to the lifestyle needs of its 5 million-plus customer base.
With more than 200 experiential storefronts across the country, Royaloak currently has a strong foothold in more than 116 locations like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, New Delhi and Ahmedabad.

20th November 2023: In a refreshing tribute to the ongoing Cricket World Cup 2023 in India and India’s performance, Spinny, your go-to platform for buying and selling used cars, presents a captivating video with a throwback to India’s World Cup victory in 2011. The film plays as an homage to that winning moment when the cars draped in Indian tricolours brought a sense of togetherness and joy on the roads.

Showcasing that cars are a small part of your big celebration, the brand highlights the unbreakable bond that Indians have with their cars.

The film weaves real images from the iconic 2011 World Cup victory, capturing the essence of cricket’s spirit and the infectious enthusiasm of fans during that historic chapter in Indian sports history. All the while, urging people to celebrate responsibly and with the hope that our team gives us the chance to celebrate this victory in 2023.

The campaign aims to humanize cars and highlights how cars can be at the forefront of all celebrations or sometimes, even silently in the background, as was the case in 2011. Building on the first campaign film featuring cricket maestro Sachin Tendulkar and his cherished car ‘Sundae,’ Spinny endeavours to enrich the storyline. Beyond spotlighting the unique bond individuals share with their cars, the campaign pays a heartfelt tribute to the shared celebrations that characterize the quintessential Indian cricket experience.

Spinny released its digital ads that showcase each car’s personality, its distinct identity and the way every car writes its own story. The stories unfold with the tale of “The Fat Red Car” journeying from Bengaluru to Ooty, inviting viewers to embark on an enthralling adventure and the heartfelt narrative of “DL 6556 from Delhi”, a true Delhite at heart. The essence of these stories lies in the understanding that a car is more than just a mode of transportation; it is a treasure trove of memories, a companion that accompanies you through the highs and lows of life.

Mr. Niraj Singh, CEO and Founder, of Spinny, said, “The campaign is all about celebrating cars, that play a part big and small, humble yet meaningful. Starting with Sachin’s Sundae, to Delhi’s DL 6556 and The Fat Red Car from Ooty, the campaign weaves together the significant roles a car plays in our lives. For the latest film, we’ve used real images from the 2011 World Cup victory to inspire everyone to embrace and enjoy these special moments, as we rally behind the Indian cricket team and hope to celebrate another World Cup victory.”

The opening ad film featuring Sachin’s “Sundae” was also highly revered by many viewers, soundtracked by the unforgettable “Kya khabar thi jaana” which swooned away all the listeners, old and new. The song’s plays on YouTube also increased drastically after the campaign went live.

Spinny has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the used car buying and selling experience, offering certified cars, hassle-free transactions, and exceptional customer service. With this new campaign, Spinny aims to reinforce its commitment to providing car enthusiasts with a trusted and emotionally connected platform for all their car buying and selling needs. The campaign will run on the digital platform of Spinny.