Reliance Jewels unveils the glorious Swarn Banga Jewellery collection

Reliance Jewels

New Delhi, 10th October 2023 Reliance Jewels, one of India’s most trusted jewellery brands, unveiled Swarn Banga, a resplendent jewellery collection inspired by Bengal’s poetic beauty and artistic heritage. The collection that captures the intricacy of the region’s terracotta temples, the serenity of Shanti Niketan, and the fervour of Durga Pujo is the 8th in a series of thematic jewellery collections inspired by different regions of India launched by Reliance Jewels.

Amidst a grand star-studded evening, Swarn Banga was launched by Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor, who unveiled the collection and walked the ramp as a showstopper.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Sunil Nayak, CEO of Reliance Jewels, said, “Bengal, with its vibrant artistic legacy, holds a special place in India’s art and craft history. And this 8th collection in our series of jewellery inspired by different regions of India is a testament to our commitment to celebrating the rich culture and traditions of our nation. The Swarn Banga collection, with its timeless design, intricate workmanship, and grace, is sure to be adored by our customers for years to come.”

Over the years, with each collection, Reliance Jewels has taken its esteemed customers on a cultural voyage, transforming jewellery into works of art that mirror India’s dynamic history. The Swarn Banga collection continues this legacy by capturing the essence of Bengal’s culture and artistic heritage. These collections are not just jewellery; they are expressions of India’s history.

Ms. Karisma Kapoor, the guest of honour, said, “The diamond showstopper set I had the privilege of wearing is a true work of art. It beautifully weaves together the essence of West Bengal. With the festive season approaching, I wholeheartedly recommend the Swarn Banga collection to everyone seeking a touch of elegance and cultural richness. It is not just jewellery; it is a piece of Bengal’s soul and heritage that you can wear with pride. I am truly impressed by this collection, and I believe it makes for a perfect addition to our festive wardrobe.”

The Swarn Banga collection is the 8th in Reliance Jewels’ remarkable series, where each collection reflects traditions, architecture, and craftsmanship from India’s diverse regions. The Thanjavur collection, for instance, draws inspiration from Thanjavur, the erstwhile capital of the Chola Empire. Similarly, the Mahalaya collection showcases the splendour of Maharashtra, while the Rannkaar collection is inspired by the stark beauty of the Rann of Kutch.

In addition, Reliance Jewels’ Kaasyam collection sparkles with the grandeur of Banaras, and the Odisha-inspired Utkala collection reminds one of the vibrancies of the coastal region. And while the brand’s exquisite Atulyaa collection offers glimpses into Rajasthan’s royal past and the opulence of the Mughal era, its Apurvam collection depicts the architectural magnificence of Hampi.

The Swarn Banga collection is currently available at all Reliance Jewels stores.

MTV Roadies – Karm Ya Kaand Champions Road Safety with Maharashtra Highway Traffic Police; distributes helmets to riders

MTV Roadies

10th October, 2023; Mumbai, India: Witnessing a groundbreaking partnership that combined entertainment, responsibility and compassion, India’s leading youth entertainment channel, MTV’s iconic youth reality show, MTV Roadies – Karm ya Kaand joined forces with the Maharashtra Highway Traffic Police for an innovative road safety campaign in Mumbai. In a significant move towards fostering road safety awareness, MTV Roadies provided 500 Roadies branded helmets, created by a not-for-profit organisation, Yashlok Foundation, to the Maharashtra Highway Traffic Police. This collaboration underscored the show’s dedication to promoting road safety and responsibility, with a sense of adventure, in line with the ethos of the show.

As a part of this collaboration, Humanitarian, Philanthropist, and Actor Sonu Sood, along with a dedicated team of Traffic personnel took over the bustling streets of Andheri West, Mumbai recently. Similar to the show’s unexpected twists and turns, the team equipped ‘Kaand’ helmet non-wearers i.e., the rule-breakers with the helmets, instead of penalizing them – as an act of ‘Karm’ to help them follow road safety rules in the future. Embodying the spirit of the show, the initiative emphasized the importance of doing good deeds while holding individuals accountable for their actions.

Dr. Ravinder Singal, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) of Maharashtra Highway Traffic Police added, “As guardians of road safety, we are committed to making our streets safer for all. This unique collaboration between MTV Roadies – Karm ya Kaand and us, the Maharashtra Highway Traffic Police, has helped us reinforce the importance of road safety in a widespread way, changing mindsets and behaviours. We are appreciative of all the efforts taken by MTV on the streets of Mumbai today.”

Deepening the message of the initiative, viewers also witnessed a vital road safety message by the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) of Maharashtra Traffic Police, Ravinder Singal, during one of the recent episodes of MTV – Roadies Karm ya Kaand, fostering responsible behaviour on the roads, amongst MTV Roadies fans across the nation.

Skyball announces new Audio Sensation- 400 Party Box

Skyball announces new Audio Sensation-

New Delhi, 10th October 2023 Skyball, the new-age consumer electronics brand focused on home audio and smart accessories, has announced the launch of its latest high-performance audio system for music enthusiasts in India. The Skyball-400 Party Box is a true portable music powerhouse, boasting top-tier audio hardware, robust connectivity options, and unrivaled design aesthetics, positioning it as your ultimate choice for music entertainment.

The aesthetically designed party speaker delivers True 40W Super Bass sound, perfect for igniting your house parties and weekend social gatherings. It achieves a no-distortion audio signature through a 360° Surround Stereo sound setup enhanced by Dynamic Boost Technology. The portable speaker is powered by high-quality drivers and 3”x2 tweeters.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Vinay Kapoor, CEO and Co-founder, Skyball said, “Our new Party speaker is a true portable entertainment hub, meticulously crafted to enhance your on-the-move music-listening experience. The 400 Party Box guarantees exceptional sound delivery, thanks to its Dynamic Boost technology and True 40W sound output, ensuring an unparalleled bass performance and crystal clean vocals. This portable music hub effortlessly connects and features a contemporary aesthetic design, perfectly catering to the music-listening needs of modern consumers, all at an incredibly affordable price point.”

In alignment with the Make in India initiative, Skyball has locally designed and manufactured the 400 Party Box in homegrown state-of-the-art facilities. Engineered with cutting-edge technology and high-grade materials, the portable music powerhouse has an IPX5 splash-resistant body to ensure long-lasting durability and reliability. To facilitate optimal portability for on-the-go enjoyment, the speaker is equipped with a Dual Grip Handle with Belt operation support.

The Skyball-400 Party Box speaker integrates RGB Light ensconced within a protective mesh enclosure, capable of instantly transforming your surroundings into a lively disco night with its dynamic multi-party light effects. The top panel of the speaker houses all useful buttons and controls.

This party speaker offers a wide range of connectivity options, including USB, TF, Bluetooth 5.3, and AUX, ensuring your music never misses a beat. Plus, with the TWS Function, you can sync two Skyball-400 Party Box speakers, doubling the fun and taking your party to the next level of entertainment.

Boasting a powerful 4,500mAh battery, the portable party speaker guarantees up to 5 hours of uninterrupted music playback. For added convenience, it features a Type-C charging port to ensure a hassle-free charging experience, and supports both wired and wireless microphones, catering to your karaoke sessions with versatility and ease. The wireless UHF mic with display is bundled in the box and offers up to 30m range.

Pricing and Availability

A part of the leading OEM- Videomax International Pvt Ltd (VMI), Skyball aspires to provide customers with products that offer superior experiences at the most affordable price point. The feature-packed portable party speaker has an MRP of ₹9,999, but can be purchased at an unbelievable offer price of just ₹4,999 on Amazon, and Skyball’s official website.

The Kutchina Experiential Center – Everything You Desire For Your Kitchen

The Kutchina Experiential Center

10th October 2023 Kolkata: The Kutchina Kitchen Experiential Center at Topsia, Kolkata, is a one-of-its-kind Shopping Destination for everything related to your kitchen needs. This 6,000 sq foot extravaganza is any homemaker’s delight.

The Center is the largest one in entire Eastern India and boasts of every kind of kitchen and kitchen appliance for your home; from the extremely exclusive to the most affordable there is something for everyone.

With this exclusive showroom, Kutchina plans to give its customers a feel of how a kitchen design could look in your home as each kitchen is displayed in a specific area.

Kutchina has created a First in eastern India for the following:

First ‘Social Kitchen’ with 2 islands – one for the cooking apparatus and the other for the family to sit around and share their stories and meals for the day.

  • First ‘Kitchens of India’ where the entire look and feel is made exclusively for individual requirements – whether a Bengali, Punjabi, Kashmiri, or Keralite Kitchen, etc., – choose your special style and we will have it custom-designed and made for you.
  • First Biophilic Kitchen made from organic, eco-friendly components.
  • Signature Studio Kitchens, stylishly designed for space-conscious shoppers.

When you step into the Kutchina center you are awed by the variety of color palettes, and innovative designs. To add to this, Kutchina offers all the appliances for the kitchen too so that it becomes a one-stop kitchen solution center for you. There is an array of chimneys, Hobbs, built-ins, smaller appliances (like mixers, grinders, OTGs, juicers, toasters, kettles, dishwashers, bar-b-ques, deep fryers, ROs, built-in refrigerators, ovens, microwaves, and sinks, and all accompanying hardware accessories for the different ranges.

The best thing is that there are over 1,000 designs of the Modular Kitchens and you are assured of a 10-year service warranty which removes all doubts and allows you to focus on creating the best meals for your family and friends.

Nita Bajoria, Design Director noted: “I am especially proud of our Signature Studio which caters to people from all socio-economic backgrounds. I invite anyone looking for a new and modern kitchen to come here and speak to our experts who will walk you through all our wonderful choices. I assure you that you will not be disappointed here as we have something for every budget here.”

Managing Director, Namit Bajoria said, “We believe that just like every part of a household, kitchens too need an aesthetic feel, not only for guests, but also for the homemaker. This studio is one-of-its-kind for the first time in Eastern India. I am confident that this studio is an amalgamation of classy and modern kitchen solutions.”

Kutchina has also introduced Modular Wardrobes for adults, teenagers and kids, and booking an appointment with a Kutchina stylist for free is just a phone call away.

Apart from the displays the showroom is home to a team of expert designers too. Pull up a chair, enjoy a hot drink, and talk through your ideas – they will be happy to help you realize your dream Kutchina kitchen.

Paytm Payment Gateway becomes industry first player to enable merchants with Alternate ID based Guest Checkout solution

One97 Communications Limited that owns the brand Paytm, India’s leading payments and financial services company and the pioneer of QR and mobile payments, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Paytm Payments Services Limited, has become the first in the industry to enable merchants with Alternate ID (ALT ID) based Guest Checkout solution across networks. This allows customers to checkout as a guest without saving sensitive card details on an ecommerce/merchant website for a transaction.

The Guest Checkout solution cuts down the long process of signing up for an account on the merchant website by sharing additional information and makes purchases faster. To enable ALT ID transactions, Paytm has integrated with card networks to generate alternate ID for guest checkout transactions.

Guest checkout solution enhances cardholders safety in an online transaction and protects from potential data breaches. The solution creates an Alternate ID for customers, wherein he will enter his complete card details to process a transaction instead of entering account details and password for an occasional purchase. This solution eliminates the risk of data breach as until now these card details were being passed to subsequent entities in the transaction flow to authorize and process the transaction. Also, Paytm offers an easy integration to enable this service on merchants’ websites.

The solution meets RBI’s guidelines as the regulator had mandated that entities involved in card transaction processing cannot save sensitive card credentials for guest checkout transactions, and that the card number has to be replaced by an Alternate ID associated with card information, by October 31, 2023.

Paytm Payments Services Limited Spokesperson said, “As the first to go live with Alternate ID solution, we continue to innovate and bring merchants the best of payment solutions. With this, we are empowering cardholders’ security and allowing fast guest checkout for customers, making transactions more efficient. This eliminates core risks like misuse of sensitive card information and aligns with RBI’s guidelines to provide a secure transacting experience to our users. We continue to focus on compliance and safe payments for all.”

Ramakrishnan Gopalan, Head – Products and Services, India and South Asia, Visa said, “Visa’s ALT ID solution, in collaboration with Paytm, revolutionizes payment security by blending guest checkout convenience with robust security measures. This solution is in line with RBI guidelines and aligns with Visa’s objective of enhancing payment ecosystem security, safeguarding sensitive card data, and facilitating a user-friendly and compliant transaction experience. The implementation of ALT ID is a significant stride towards accelerating the growth of secure digital payments in India.”

Anubhav Gupta, Senior Vice President, South Asia, Mastercard, said, “Mastercard is glad to collaborate with Paytm for its Alternate ID-based guest checkout solution that will allow consumers to conclude transactions on e-commerce platforms without saving card details. Introducing and supporting innovative products and solutions that are compliant, user friendly, and enhance the safety and security of digital payments is an integral part of Mastercard’s commitment to its partners and cardholders.”

SI-UK India all set to host UK education fair in 13 Indian cities

New Delhi, 10 October 2023: SI-UK India, a UK-based international education consultant company and trusted UK university partner with 17 years of service excellence, today announced an extensive two-month long UK Education Fair in India. Scheduled to be held in 13 Indian cities, the fair will kick-start in Ahmedabad and conclude in Pune.

SI-UK India has been curating UK education fairs across the country for many years now. This year, representatives from over 80 prestigious UK universities, including University College London, University of Saint Andrews, King’s College London, University of Manchester, University of Nottingham, and University of Birmingham and many other well-known universities will provide in-depth information about their academic programmes.

The purpose of the exhibition is to provide Indian students with a unique opportunity to explore educational opportunities in UK. Students can interact directly with university representatives from the United Kingdom to learn more about the desired disciplines and programmes. At the exhibition, students will be able to speak with admissions specialists and scholarship providers.

Lakshmi Iyer, Managing Director, SI-UK India said, “UK is a world-class destination for education, and we are confident that this fair will assist students in making informed future decisions. Our objective is to provide Indian students with the necessary knowledge and guidance to make intelligent choices that lead to their desired future success. The SI-UK Education Fair offers a remarkable opportunity for direct engagement with establisehd universities, facilitating a seamless transition to an unmatched global education experience.”

The education fair will also be held in Nagpur, Coimbatore, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Jaipur, Kochi Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai and Hyderabad.

Students can book a free session by visiting https://www.studyin-uk.in/events/ to interact with SI-UK experts and institution representatives.

Note to the editor:

Following is the detailed itinerary of the SI-UK education fair. 

Date  Day  Time  City  Venue 
10th Oct Tuesday 11:00-16:00 Ahmedabad Hyatt Hotel, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad
12th Oct Thursday 11:00-16:00 Nagpur Hotel Centre Point, Ramdaspeth, Nagpur 

 

16th Oct Monday 11:00-16:00 Coimbatore Vivanta by Taj, Race Course Road, Coimbatore

 

17th Oct Tuesday 11:00-16:00 Jaipur Marriott Hotel, Jawahar Circle, Jaipur 
18th Oct Wednesday 11:00-16:00 Kochi Marriott Hotel, Edappally, Kochi
21st Oct Saturday 11:00-16:00 Chennai Location Hyatt Regency, Anna Salai, Chennai
18th Nov Saturday 11:00-16:00 Bangalore Taj MG Road, Bengaluru
22nd Nov Wednesday 11:00-16:00 Hyderabad Vivanta Hyderabad Begumpet
25th Nov Saturday 11:00-16:00 Delhi Shangri-La Eros Hotel, New Delhi
26th Nov Sunday 11:00-16:00 Kolkata The Park, Park Street, Kolkata
28th Nov Tuesday 11:00-16:00 Lucknow Hotel Taj Mahal, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
02nd Dec Saturday 11:00-16:00 Mumbai St. Regis, Lower Parel, Mumbai
03rd Dec Sunday 11:00-16:00 Pune O Hotel, Koregaon Park, Pune

Canon Launches new 4K remote PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) camera systems for video capture

Canon Launches

10th October 2023: Reinforcing its commitment to the video production and broadcasting segment, Canon India, one of the leading digital imaging solution companies, launched its all-new innovative range of remote PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras at the 32nd Broadcast India Show being held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai from 8-10th October 2023. The new launches include the indoor CR-N100 remote PTZ camera and the outdoor, CR-X300 and CR-X500 remote PTZ cameras, that come with exceptional quality & connectivity supporting a wide range of broadcasting avenues such as conference, sports broadcast, wild animal observation, theme parks and indoor event spaces. Besides, the brand is showcasing its flagship cutting-edge cinematography and broadcasting range including its complete gamut of offerings of camera solutions from Cinema, ProDV, Mirrorless, Network visual solutions, along with RF lenses and Cinema Lenses through experiential booth concepts while holding engaging technical sessions led by Canon Masters.

Grander than ever, Canon’s four-sided booth was inaugurated by Mr. Manabu Yamazaki, President and CEO, Canon India along with renowned cinematographer and Cinema EOS Ambassador, Mr. Santosh Sivan. With its array of offerings for the cinema segment and its newly-launched innovations poised to deliver advanced video production, Canon India reinforces its legacy as a one stop solution for all production centric verticals and positions itself as the ideal choice for today’s new-age broadcasting, filmmaking (Cinema, OTT, Documentaries, Music albums), efficient streaming solution, electronic news gathering, general entertainment channels, Fashion, Wildlife, Weddings and Vlogging requirements.

To showcase the prowess of its vast technology, three engaging product experience zones have been set up by the brand including the Cinema booth, Professional Video Camera booth and Network Visual Solutions booth. Demonstrating key scenarios, the booth entails 8 different settings across the three days to highlight the versatility of Canon imaging technology and product potential. These settings are being led by actors with demarcated scripts and real time shooting scenarios in the space of Reality shows, OTT, Cinema and News broadcast. Varied concepts like a flower shop, investigation scene, coffee shop, sports commentary room, cookery show, science lab, yoga sessions are being depicted to shed light on the supreme functionality and usage of Canon products.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Manabu Yamazaki, President and CEO, Canon India, said, “Each year, it is our endeavor to strategically leverage the prestigious and interactive platform of the Broadcast India Show to showcase our latest broadcasting innovations to industry professionals. As the demands of the sector undergo dynamic evolution year on year, we meticulously diversify and expand our portfolio to offer a comprehensive range of solutions that are tailored to today’s filmmakers and broadcasters. At Canon India, our steadfast commitment to research and innovation empowers us to proactively anticipate and meet customer needs effectively. This dedication is exemplified in our latest flexible PTZ cameras that comprehensively address operational and output requisites for broadcasters. In previous years, we’ve been humbled by the enthusiastic response of the visitors and look forward to fostering even stronger connections this time around with our distinctive exhibit ideas and latest technology.”

Speaking about the technological innovations showcased at the event, Mr. C Sukumaran, Senior Director of Product & Communication at Canon India, said, “The Indian broadcasting industry’s relentlessness pursuit of innovation has given opportunity to technology leaders like Canon to provide cutting-edge equipment. The showcase of our extensive imaging portfolio at the show reinforces our commitment to being a comprehensive solution provider for all production requirements, spanning across cinema, OTT, streaming, and weddings. At the Broadcast India Show, our prowess in the domain is reflecting in the immersive experiences created where customers can gain hands-on exposure, make well-informed purchasing decisions, and truly grasp the imaging excellence achievable through our technology. We are confident that our presence at the show will captivate existing clients and will also attract potential partners, helping us further multiply our customer base”.

For the first time, the brand is showcasing a ‘Wall of Fame’ highlighting renowned and celebrated productions from Indian and International cinema shot using disruptive Cinema EOS Technology. Additionally, taking pride in its widespread ambassador community that help spread the love for videography across India through Canon technology, a special ‘Wall of Canon Masters’ has also been put up on display capturing the phenomenal work done by them. Famous Canon Masters’ such as Anand Rathi, Aishwarya Sridhar, Pritesh Rao, Aishwaryaa Nayak, amongst many more are also going to be present at the show over the course of three days. Additionally, the exhibition is also featuring Canon’s alliances with leading Cinema technology manufacturers, APUTURE, DJI Ronin, Sennheiser and Chrosziel.

Canon’s technical sessions led by Canon Masters will focus on enhancing knowledge of both the art of photography and videography. Enclosed is the detailed schedule for the sessions below:

Date Time slot Speaker Topic
8th Oct 12.00-12.20pm Anand Rathi Unreal colors, my tryst with Canon’s cinema camera
8th Oct 3pm -3.20pm Aishwarya Sridhar Into the wild with the EOS R5C
9th Oct 12.00-12.20pm Radhakrishnan The Karizma of Canon Cinema Cameras
9th Oct 3pm -3.20pm Nitin Arora Banaras – A symphony of love and poetry
10th Oct 12.00-12.20pm Shivang Mehta Wildlife Versatility: The Need of the Hour

Meta-commerce platform PayNearby Mall witnesses less than 10% Return on delivery, one-third that of traditional online shopping

 PayNearby Mall

Mumbai, 10th October 2023: PayNearby, India’s largest branchless banking and digital network, announced that its meta-commerce platform – PayNearby Mall, has registered exceptionally low return rates, helping its partner brands optimise costs. The platform which enables easy availability of goods and services in an assisted mode at the last mile has generated a return rate of ~10% when the average rate typically ranges between 20-30%.

In the last six months, over ~25,000+ retailers have enthusiastically embraced the platform. Interestingly, when compared to the urban and metro areas, where e-commerce penetration is high, PayNearby Mall registered a 46% GTV in rural regions, closely tailed by semi-urban areas, with 45%. This shift in consumer behaviour suggests that rural India is increasingly embracing the e-commerce revolution and is as aspirational as its urban counterpart. The most sought-after categories include grocery at 35%, followed by mobile and accessories and cloths at 14% and 9% respectively.

In the e-commerce industry, returns frequently arise from prevalent issues such as impulsive purchases, inaccurate item selection, or unmet customer expectations. However, a substantial number of product returns can significantly impact the financial performance of e-commerce operations. Each returned item incurs expenses associated with processing, restocking, and potential damages, increasing operational costs and logistical complexities. It erodes the profit margins significantly. PayNearby Mall’s innovative assisted meta-commerce model, which blends the convenience of digital commerce with the personal touch of PayNearby retailers, allows partner brands to optimise the costs associated with processing returns.

In areas where e-commerce adoption is low, PayNearby Mall allows partners to bring their products at neighbourhood stores. Customers can walk into these nearby stores and with the help of the local retailer access products on an aggregated e-platform of 100+ partner sites, and shop easily for the products they need. The personalised approach of this unique model helps customers make the right decision and buy the right products, reducing the likelihood of returns due to impulsive buying or incorrect item selection. It results in enhanced cost efficiency for e-commerce players, preserving profit margins and contributing to their overall financial sustainability.

Speaking on the development, Anand Kumar Bajaj, Founder, MD & CEO, PayNearby, said, “E-commerce has transformed how people shop. But with it comes the challenge of returns. Studies show that 54% of buyers consider free returns as one of the biggest factors influencing their buying decisions. However, high return rates often impact the financials, customer satisfaction, and overall operational efficiency of businesses. PayNearby Mall’s low return rate underscores the effectiveness of our approach. On one hand, our meta-commerce model empowers rural consumers by bringing the products they want within their reach. On the other hand, with our retailers offering the human touch in helping customers make informed decisions, our e-commerce partners are seeing reduced returns rates, optimised costs and increased revenue.”

The BESPOKE Premium Cotta variant adds a vintage charm and warmth to your kitchen

The BESPOKE Premium Cotta

GURUGRAM, India –10th October 2023 : Samsung, India’s No. 1 refrigerator brand, today announced the launch of its BESPOKE Double Door refrigerator range, designed to cater to the modern Indian consumer. With a spectrum of beautiful colour options, the new BESPOKE refrigerators bring a touch of urban elegance and individuality to any kitchen.

Samsung’s all-new BESPOKE Double Door refrigerator range, available in BESPOKE Premium Cotta Steel and BESPOKE Glass variants, seamlessly combines personalised aesthetics with advanced refrigeration, making everyday living effortless and stylish.

The BESPOKE Premium Cotta variant adds a vintage charm and warmth to your kitchen. It will be available in two colour options – Cotta Beige and Charcoal (dual tone) and Cotta Charcoal. The Bespoke Glass variant will come in two colour options Clean White and Pink Glass (dual tone) and Clean Black Glass.

“Our BESPOKE Double Door refrigerators bring innovations tailored for the Indian consumers’ unique needs and preferences. The BESPOKE Premium Cotta variant pays homage to traditional cotta design, adding a touch of nostalgia to modern kitchens. Along with distinctive design, BESPOKE Premium Cotta Variant comes with best-in-the-industry features such as Convertible 5-in-1 that is crafted with the versatility of Indian cooking in mind to offer more storage options. The SmartThings AI Energy Mode in the BESPOKE Glass variant empowers consumers to manage energy consumption efficiently. We are excited to bring this new range in India that enhances convenience, style, and sustainability in everyday living,” said Saurabh Baishakhia, Senior Director, Digital Appliance Business, Samsung India

The new BESPOKE Double Door refrigerators transcend functionality and offer both great design as well as technological innovation. The BESPOKE Premium Cotta model features Convertible 5-in-1, engineered to provide more storage space and flexibility catering to all refrigeration needs throughout the seasons with its five conversion modes.

The BESPOKE Glass model comes with SmartThings AI Energy mode that enables consumers to monitor and optimise their refrigerator’s energy usage, helping them save on electricity bills. The Optimal Fresh+ feature ensures that Indian households can store and enjoy their favourite delicacies for an extended period.

Price and Availability

Priced at INR 30,500 onwards, the new BESPOKE Double Door refrigerators will be available at all leading electronic retail stores across India and on Samsung’s own online platform – Samsung Shop. The BESPOKE Premium Cotta model will be available in 236L, 256L, 301L and 322L capacities, in the price range of INR 30,500 to INR 42,500.The BESPOKE Glass variant will be available in 415L and 465L capacities with prices ranging between INR 54,000 and INR 57,800.

BESPOKE Design

Samsung’s new BESPOKE Double Door refrigerators offer warm, elegant and trendy colours and appealing textures that make the consumers’ kitchen reflect their personal taste and sync with their interior design statement.

Convertible 5-in-1

This unique feature provides consumers with more storage space and utmost convenience by allowing them to choose from five different conversion modes – Normal, Seasonal, Extra Fridge, Vacation and Home Alone. With a change of season just switch to ‘Seasonal Mode’ to keep only the fridge on and switch the freezer off. Bring home more grocery bags and just convert the freezer into a fridge with the ‘Extra Fridge Mode’. If you are going out on a vacation and need to store some food in the freezer, simply switch on ‘Vacation Mode’ and keep only the freezer on, while the fridge compartment stays turned off. When staying alone at home and you don’t have a lot to store just switch to ‘Home Alone Mode’ that switches off the fridge and converts the freezer compartment into a fridge.

Twin Cooling Plus™

The Twin Cooling Plus™ technology works as an independent cooling system, with separate airflows in both the fridge and freezer, preventing the smell of different food items moving between the fridge and freezer. Two separate evaporators manage the fridge and freezer space separately and maintain optimal humidity level, leading to longer freshness and less wastage of food.

Optimal Fresh+

This feature ensures food stays fresh for twice as long. The Optimal Fresh+ drawer allows consumers to switch between 4 modes to store various types of foods. In the ‘Soft Freeze’ mode, it retains the freshness of delicate food items such as meat and fish two times longer than normal cooling, thereby conserving its natural flavour.

SmartThings AI Energy Mode

With this feature, consumers can monitor and proactively save energy. SmartThings AI Energy Mode analyses your refrigerator usage patterns and estimates the power consumption, based on AI technology. If the estimated electricity bill exceeds your preset target, it recommends you to activate the ‘Saving Mode’ to reduce energy use.

Wi-Fi Enabled

Consumers can control their refrigerator by tracking and adjusting its performance using the SmartThings app as the product is Wi-Fi enabled.

Royal Thai Embassy renews contract with BLS International for Processing Visa applications across India

New Delhi,10th October 2023 , BLS International Services Ltd, a global leader in outsourcing services for governments and diplomatic missions, is pleased to announce the successful renewal of its agreement with Royal Thai Embassy to process visa applications for Thailand from India.

Under the renewed contract, BLS International, with its extensive reach, will continue to provide services to Indian visitors across all visa categories by strategically managing visa application and drop-off centers within the jurisdiction of both the Royal Thai Embassy in Delhi and the Royal Thai Consulate General in Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai.

“Mr. Shikhar Aggarwal, Joint Managing Director of BLS International Services Ltd., expressed, ‘This partnership reaffirms BLS International Services Ltd.’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional visa application services to citizens. The anticipated growth in visa applications highlights the enduring and strong relationship between BLS International Services Ltd. and The Royal Thai Embassy. Through our joint efforts, we look forward to serving an increasing number of visa applicants. The renewal of the Thai visa contract reflects BLS International Services’ exceptional business performance and our dedication to enhancing the customer experience.'”

As the Royal Thai Embassy renews its trusted partnership with BLS International for visa processing in India, BLS International reaffirms its commitment to security and quality control. This extends to secure application delivery, passport collection, and maintaining a vigilant security system throughout the visa process, all aimed at enhancing the visa application experience for applicants.”