Odissi Performance Regales Audience at Old Fort Dance Festival

New Delhi, Oct 11, 2015:  Veteran Odissi exponent and Padma Shri Madhvi Mudgal and her group of dancers performed at the Old Fort Dance Festival today, bringing alive the oldest surviving dance form of India for Delhi’s connoisseurs of classical dance.

Presented by the Sahitya Kala Parishad & Department of Art, Culture & Languages, Government of Delhi, the Old Fort Dance Festival is showcasing some of India’s most treasured classical dance forms.

The festival, that will end tomorrow, has been much appreciated and loved by the audience who have turned out in good numbers every day. The majestic ruins of Delhi’s Purana Qila have provided a fine ambience to this unique festival celebrating India’s classical dance forms.

The five-day festival of choreographies in classical dance forms has seen participation of veteran and legendary dance artists and their groups in multiple dance forms including Bharati Shivaji, Raja and Radha Reddy, among others. Legendary Kathak exponent Pandit Birju Maharaj will perform with his group on the last day of the festival.

On the sidelines of the festival, critically acclaimed artist Manav Gupta is displaying his latest installation – a waterfront of Ganga made out of chilams and diyas which are elements of nature. He has been working since long to create public art sculptures that generate concern towards sustainability. “This innovative art practice with potter’s clay (chilams and diyas) represents the tool as a means of getting intoxicated with the rain of love and also explores sustainable development”, says Mr. Gupta.

“The repertoire of Indian classical dances represents centuries of culture and tradition that has been preserved and sustained by generations of devoted exponents and earnest artists. Across the globe, Indian classical dance forms are appreciated and loved by dance lovers. Such festivals help extend the reach of classical dance forms to not just connoisseurs of dance but also to common people,” says Pandit Birju Maharaj.

“The idea behind the Old Delhi Dance Festival to juxtapose cultural heritage with structural heritage is a wonderful concept. The Purana Qila presents a poignant background to the performance of India’s most notable classical dance forms, some of whom originated centuries back in ancient and medieval times,” says Ms Leela Samson.

The festival will end with a performance of Kathak choreographed by none other than Pandit Birju Maharaj and his Group. The legendary exponent of Kathak has received numeours accolades over the years including Padma Vibhushan, sangeet Natak Academi Award and the prestigious Kalidas Samman.

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17th Edition of Bridal Asia on Oct 17-19

2015 is the 17th edition of   Bridal Asia, sub continent’s biggest bridal exposition.  Asia’s premium trousseau show is back with a bouquet of handpicked designers, jewellers and lifestyle experts, as they showcase a range of trousseau, jewellery, accessories, silver ware, lingerie, linen at Hotel Ashok, New Delhi.

Since its successful inception in 1999, Bridal Asia quickly established itself as a first of its kind destination for making bridal shopping, easy, contemporary, fun and accessible. The three-day exposition will unveil the finest collections of every conceivable requirement for the bride and groom – all carefully curated and put together painstakingly by top-notch names in bridal finery.

Fashion stalwarts from India and the subcontinent including Tarun Tahiliani,  JJ Valaya, Falguni & Shane Peacock, Manish Arora,  Vikram Phadnis, Rohit Bal, Honey Waqar (Pakistan), revivalist of Benarasi craft, Abha Dalmia will be seen sharing space with a host of talented home grown names and represent the new brigade of young couture talent such as  SVA,  Swati Ubroi, Nidhi Tholia, Ridhi Mehra, Sonali Guota, Arpita Mehta, Supria Munjal, Pooja Shroff , Anushree Reddy ,  Sahil Kochar amongst others .

Leading jewellery brands will come together to showcase their finery at Bridal Asia. Carefully curated by team Bridal Asia, each brand brings their unique cuts and stones, interpreted in varied regional forms from all corners of the country across Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai. Sajjante Fine Jewels, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas Jewellers of Jaipur, Mehta Brothers are  some of the jewellers  who will be showcasing their wares along with the old regulars like Nemichand Bamalwa, Rawat Jewels, Khanna Jewellers , Umrao Jewels of Jaipur amongst other leading names.

Bridal Asia’s repertoire will also include lingerie and sleep wear from Intimate Street, skincare by Roots & Herbs, gifts by Béspoke Luxury Gifts, Home Jewels by Minjal J, accessory brands LOVE TO BAG by Ayushi Kanoi, 5 ELEMENTS, , Beau Monde  Annika Rucci with their signature jewelled clutches , rare Pasmina shawls from  Ahujasons, innovative card designs by Vani Raheja
Bridal Asia promises to be a one stop destination to fulfil all that a bride can dream of for her wedding.

Date: 17th – 19th October 2015
Venue: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­Hotel Ashok, New Delhi.

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VP Ansari releases book South Asia Bible Commentary

The Vice President, Shri Mohd. Hamid Ansari addressing at the release of a book entitled “South Asia Bible Commentary” in New Delhi on October 04, 2015.

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Sehwag and wife braces designer Akhilesh Pahwa

New Delhi, Sep 29: Akhilesh Pahwa celebrated five glorious years of his fashion line, ‘Akhilesh’ today in Connaught Place in New Delhi. Akhilesh, which is owned by Akhilesh Pahwa beautifully brings together ethnicity and vogue. The event was attended by Cricketer Virendra Singh, Ashish Nehra, Gautam Gambhir and R.P.Singh with their better-halfs. Along with this Managing Director of Asia Pac PPC Broadband Mr. Kuldeep Bakshi was also present in the event.

 The brand which was initially designed for Men has pushed the fashion envelope even further with its venture into Women’s clothing. Akhilesh is a contemporary line known for its sophisticated silhouettes. Every piece of apparel is designed and created to accentuate your move in comfort and style.

Akhilesh’s collection is a favourite amongst both commoners and celebrities alike.  And to mark this memorable day, the event was braced by popular faces of the Indian Cricket Team like Mr. Virendra Sehwag, Mr. Gautam Gambhir and Mr. Ashish Nehra, all of whom were accompanied by their spouses. Mr. Virendra Sehwag took it a step further by wearing one of Akhilesh’s collections which was a huge moment of pride for Mr. Akhilesh Pahwa. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Pahwa said -“The last five years was a remarkable journey of creativity and Style and it could not have culminated in a better way than tonight. I feel extremely honoured and humbled at the presence of these great people who have made our country proud time and again. And today I feel one of them. I would specially like to thank Mr. Sehwag for honouring me by wearing one of my designs. I try to design for them because they are our real heroes.”

The ace cricketer was also seen to reciprocate to the Designer by saying – “The privilege is all mine. It is always fun to make fashion statements every now and then amidst wearing our jerseys on the field. While that is an honour, this is relaxation.” “And besides, it gives us an opportunity to wear designer outfits”, he remarked in a friendly banter.  Mr. Virendra Sehwag’s wife was also adorned in a beautiful gown designed by Akhilesh.

Akhilesh’s brand portfolio now includes a range of versatile designs from high-end trousseau to celebrity wardrobes. His latest addition has been his range of bespoke tailoring for added comfort. After a formal training in Design, Akhilesh launched his own brand, ‘Akhilesh’ in 2010. Continuously setting higher benchmarks for himself, Akhilesh opened his first International design studio in Dubai.

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Foodhall celebrates Health & Wellness festival in August

National, August 2015: Motivation comes in many forms. Maybe it’s the inspirational poster on the kitchen wall, that weekly date with a running buddy, or simply going the Vegan way and learning how to cook them at home. Want to know where the health lovers are pumping up their proteins this monsoon? Head to Foodhall – India’s premium lifestyle food superstore for their Health & Wellness festival! The store is set to offer the latest in healthy living products, cooking demos, free workshops, fostering its patrons to celebrate a healthy life. The festival begins from 5th August to 5th September 2015 across all Foodhall stores in India.

A BRIGADE OF SUPERFOODS AT FOODHALL
Foodhall is synonymous with superfood. Packed with rich and powerful nutrients, this month Foodhall introduces superfood such as Cacao Nibs, Spirulina, Matcha powder, Kale Chips along with the existing range of Chia Seeds, Avocados, Goji Berries etc.

FOR OUR LIVE KITCHEN WORSHIPPERS
Healthy yet delicious, Foodhall’s live kitchen will make your mornings nutrition-savvy. Hop on to healthy breakfast habit with Mixed Berry Yogurt Parfait, Peach & Cinnamon Yoghurt Parfait, Coconut & Lime Parfait (dairy free), Vanilla Chai Chia Pudding and Chocolate Raspberry Chia Pudding. For those evening hunger pangs, Foodhall adds variety of snacks like Baked Sweet Potato chips, Baked Beetroot Chips, homemade granola such as Cranberry Almond & Walnut Granola, Blueberry Flax & Chia Seed Granola and Blueberry Hazelnut & Pinenut Granola. Boost up your energy with delectable energy balls such as Coconut & Raw Cacao balls and Raw Ginger & date balls at Foodhall.

FOR THE LOVE OF BREAD
Following a low-carb diet doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite sandwiches or morning toast. You just have to make a few swaps for your regular slices of bread. Foodhall has introduced range of gluten-free, sugar-free breads, Walnut Almonds & Oats bread, Gluten-free Pizza Base, Multigrain Bread which are extremely rich in fibre.

SETTING THE TREND OF ON-THE-GO HEALTHY SNACKS
Thank Foodhall later. Those days when we are completely occupied with work and cannot focus on our eating habits, Foodhall brings varied healthy on-the-go food options such as Vegetable Sticks with Mint Greek Yoghurt, Whole Wheat Pita Chips with Carrot Hummus and Raw Zucchini Noodles to keep your diet in check. If you are a salad lover, Foodhall is whipping out some delicious Salad in a Jar options for you such as Seven Layer Grain & Vegetable Salad with Basil Vinaigrette, Sprouts Salad in a Buttermilk Dressing and Lean Chicken Salad with Creamy Salsa Dressing.

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Third Mr. Icon India 2015 Auditions start

Mumbai: After the tremendous success of Mr. Icon India 2013 and Mr. Icon India 2014, WhtNexthas announced the auditions for third Mr. Icon India- 2015 to be commenced from 22 August 2015 till 13 September 2015. The auditions will be organized in 28 cities including New Delhi, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Shimla, Agra, Lucknow, Dehradun, Jammu, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Surat, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Patna, Kolkata, Ranchi, Guwahati, Indore, Bhopal, Goa, Vadodara, Gwalior, Raipur and Jabalpur. Grand Finale will be organized on 17 October in the presence of popular personalities from Mumbai.

Third Mr. Icon India 2015 invites youngsters between 17 years and 28 years of age. The show will be telecasted on a large scale at local, regional and national channels as well as online mediums.The event will shape the confidence and personality of participants through grooming sessions so as to make them aware of their talent. Special attention will be given to their intelligence and presence of mind. All the participants taking part in audition will be awarded a certificate along with a high quality professional portfolio.

Mr. AtulMalikram, Director, Whtnext Event Private Limited said, “This event is a great opportunity for youngsters. The selected models will get a chance to work with well-known brands. Mr. Icon is a golden opportunity for youngsters to show the talent beyond the limits of words.

“Mr. Icon India is a modelling platform, where well-known personalities from this industry assemble. To get more information about Mr. Icon India mail at mriconindia@gmail.comor call at 8818887256or visit www.mriconindia.in.The event is being promoted through 360 Degree Marketing Campaign including TV, Radio, Newspaper, Magazines, Hoardings and digital mediums like blogs, social media and online mediums.  Mr Icon India has organized two successful events. It’s the third event of WhtNext.

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Vistara launches services to Pune

At 6.45 pm today, Vistara took its inaugural flight from New Delhi to Pune. With the addition of Pune in Vistara’s route network, customers can now travel from Delhi to seven destinations- Pune, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Goa, Hyderabad, Guwahati&Bagdogra and vice versa.The launch of the daily service between Delhi and Pune follows requests from the airport, trade, business community and consumers alike, inviting Vistarato operate on this route. Pune, a thriving commercial hub,has recently been ranked among the highest in the overall quality of life across categories of political, economic and social environment as well as housing and medical provisions.

Speaking on this occasion, Mr Phee Teik Yeoh, CEO, Vistara said: “Pune has some of the well-developed conglomerates present and is one of the major modern cities in India. For Vistara, such destinations offer immense potential as their robust infrastructure and good quality of life ultimately attract more investment, trade and travel. With addition of Pune on its network, Vistara’sfootprint in India continues to grow at a rapid pace with newer destinations to be announced later this year. We are confident that the travelers between Pune and Delhi will welcome the opportunity to enjoy the quintessential Vistara experience.We have received enthusiastic response from our customers when we launched flights to Goa, Hyderabad and recently to Guwahati and Bagdogra. This clearly indicatesa resounding endorsement of Vistara’sunique value proposition.”

Vistara’s A320 aircraft deployed on the route has a capacity of 148 seats and are configured with 16 Business Class seats, 36 Premium Economy seats and 96 Economy seats, which is 20 percent less, compared to many of the single aisle aircraft operators in order to provide greater comfort and personal space to its customers. Vistara’s Premium Economy is first of its kind in domestic skies to offer enhanced comfort and personalized experience at a competitive price.

By the end of this calendar year, Vistara’s total fleet size will grow to nine aircraft.Vistara’s customers can look forward to more destinations and exciting enhancements to its product and services offerings.

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Actress Chitrangada Singh inaugurates Senco Gold & Diamonds

Senco Gold & Diamonds, more than 75 year old company in jewelry making and retailing has announced the launch of new showroom at Lajpat Nagar, Delhi for the jewelry lovers. Following the success of existing stores, the new store offers complete range of gold and Diamond Jewelry.

Located in one of the most ideal and centrally located place of Delhi, the store is spread in an area of 9000 sq. ft. distributed over 4 floors. Actor Chitrangada Singh was present at the venue to do the inauguration along with Mr. Suvankar Sen, Executive Director, Senco Gold & Diamonds.The retail chain of Senco Gold & Diamonds is the largest in Eastern India and one of the biggest in Indian jewelry sector. They are one of the finest manufacturers of handcrafted jewelry and around 2000 of the country’s finest artisans create more than 500000 pieces of jewelry every year.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Suvankar Sen, Executive Director, Senco Gold & Diamonds said, “Our traditional handmade jewelry is marking its place all over India. We were receiving a huge demand from Delhi market and decided to launch it here to suffice the demand of our customers. Our light weight handmade jewelry is designed for all kind of customers and could be used at any occasion. Lajpat Nagar is a central place with good connectivity through public commutation too. One could see customers ranging from every class of the society here. I think this is one of the perfect places in Delhi to receive highest footfall as far as customers are concerned.” Senco Gold & Diamonds is known for its light weight jewelry. This collection was launched at the new store. This collection will be targeted for both middle to upper class people and range will start from Rs. 8000 and go up to Rs.10 lakh.

Present to do the inauguration Actor Chitrangada Singh said, “The collection is truly mesmerizing and surely will forge stars in the eyes of women once they will have a look at it. I keep wearing jewellery as per the demand of my roles or for different fashion shows due to which I am fond of buying them. I am happy to see that Senco Gold & Diamonds is providing option of buying jewellery not only for upper class people but also for those who find it difficult to buy jewellery due to high price range.”

The new showroom from Senco Gold & Diamonds will stock 22K hallmarked gold, certified diamond, platinum, costume jewelry, astral gems and most importantly light weight handmade jewelry.

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Foodhall Hosts a Festival of Middle Eastern Cuisine

Foodhall, the premium lifestyle food superstore by Future Group transports its food connoisseur to the wonders of Middle Eastern culture unveiling a month long festival in all the six Foodhall stores across the country. The ultimate gourmands’ paradise, Foodhall recreates the magic of authentic Middle Eastern aromas and flavors (that includes Morocco, Israel, Greece, Egypt, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Bahrain, precisely the entire Gulf region) through a sumptuous spread of fresh dips, delectable breads, succulent kebabs and shawarmas. From Syrian specialties like shish kebab, stuffed zucchini, kibbeh and hummus to Lebanese meaty kebabs, sweet desserts like baklava and basbousa, to Morocco and Israel’s most famous product - the Shawarma, Foodhall has it all at this Middle Eastern festival.

STRIKING SIMILARITY BETWEEN MIDDLE-EASTERN CUISINE & INDIAN CUISINE

An unrivalled culinary expedition of flavors from the Middle East, the mouth-watering delicacies draw striking similarities between Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Meats & minced lamb too are cooked and stuffed with spices, laced with just enough flavor to be as exotic and piquant as Indian cuisine. The hors d’oeuvres like Labneh Fatayer and Spinach Fatayer (which are a type of samosas) will be available at all Foodhall stores.

STAPLES FROM MIDDLE EAST

It’s time to prepare the exotic Pilaf, Hummus & Mezze platter at home. Foodhall store is packed with authentic Middle-East staples such as Chickpeas (kabuli chana also called garbanzo beans), fava beans and Akha Masoor dal – a popular in modern-Israeli food.

THE AUTHENTIC MIDDLE EAST OILS

Olive oil is extremely popular ingredient in the Middle East as olive trees are grown in abundance. From dips to rice dishes, tagines and vegetables - the Middle East cuisine uses some or the other form of olive oil. From flavored olive oil to popular Moroccan Argan oil, find them all under the arcade of Foodhall.

LIVE KITCHEN AT FOODHALL

With innovation being the driving force behind Foodhall, the live kitchen at the stores will introduce unique dips and batters for the Middle Eastern Festival – Harissa, Harissa Mayonnaise, Moutabel, Muhammara, Sumac, Pine nut Greek Yogurt, Jalapeno & Olive Hummus, Falafel batters like Herb Green Falafel, Harissa Falafel. The live kitchen will showcase the art of tagine cooking as well which will enthrall the walk-in patrons every day with the interactive cooking sessions.

FROM BAKERY & PATISSERIE

The ambrosial bakery counters across Foodhall stores will offer flatbread which is integral in making Lebanese pizza, shawarma wrap etc. Adding to the basket of innovative offerings is the pastries section that brings the best from the Middle East, like Caramel date fingers, Basbousa, Mohallabia, chocolate drop and fig cookies. The meat section boasts of the newly added Harissa marinated chicken breast, Shish taouk, Lamb Meshwi.

SPICE BAZAAR

The Middle Eastern region is very popular for its aromatic spices. Foodhall will offer an array of spices like Sumac, Zahtaar, Ras-al-Hanout, Dukkah, the hummus mix, shawarma mix, thyme, mint, oregano, rose petals to its consumers from the ASA counter.

AT THE FMCG SECTION

Catering to the needs of a well travelled foodie, the FMCG section is all set to fulfill all requirements by offering excellent quality Couscous, Harissa, Falafel kits, Tagine sauces, canned tomatoes as well as tomato pastes that are used in sauces, stews and tagines. The shelves at the FMCG section will also be retailing this year’s Middle Eastern bestsellers, namely Tahini and Harissa Paste

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Budget Reaction Quote By Dr Rajeev K Sharma

Dr Rajeev K Sharma, Senior Orthopedic Specialist & Joint Replacement Surgeon at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi says,
"The most notable part of the budget announcements on the healthcare sector is of course on the health insurance front. We have seen people lose their savings, become indebted and bankrupt to meet healthcare exigencies in the family and we as healthcare providers strongly believe that penetration of health insurance should increase in India. In this direction, increasing of the tax exemption for health insurance is a welcome measure.

"Another welcome announcement is about establishment of more AIIMS like institutions. There is also this initiative by the FM about a new scheme of providing physical aids for senior citizens below poverty line. This is encouraging too. But in India, the devil lies in the implementation. We hope these positive initiatives are implemented with speed and effectiveness.

"The budget’s overall emphasis on cleanliness initiatives in line with the Swatch Bharat Campaign seems fresh and positive. I am particularly happy about the target of 6 crore new toilets. This is a major healthcare issue and I happy that in the past few years our public policy and awareness initiatives have started giving this issue its due.

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A Mélange of Colors: Painting Exhibition Showcases three Young Contemporary Artists

A Mélange of Colors: Painting Exhibition Showcases three Young Contemporary Artists

· Ekta Jain, Aarushi Gulati and Neeti Aggarwal come together to showcase their works that can collectively be labeled as among the best upcoming talent that is emerging in contemporary Indian art

New Delhi, Dec 5, 2014: If art is an expression of the heart and mind, it is also an emitter of inspiration and vibrations. An exhibition of the works of three young and upcoming Indian artists was today put on display in the national capital, promising a visual treat for the lovers of contemporary art.

The four day painting exhibition at the Convention Foyer at India Habitat Centre, is displaying the latest works of Ms. Ekta Jain, Ms Aarushi Gulati and Ms Neeti Aggarwal, under the title of ‘Mélange: A group show of Contemporary Artworks’.

True to its name the exhibition presents a mélange of deep thoughts, an aura of positive vibes and interplay of figurative and abstract mysticism that is certain to stir art lovers of the capital.

The three artists have remarkably unique styles but a freshness that is characteristic of new talent that is still discovering itself. The works speak of hope, peace, tradition, spirituality and courage from the point of view of an artist.

The world eludes positivity and vibrancy as seen from the eyes of these artists who have capture on canvass a world that is in transition but still steeped in traditions. There is never a dull moment in the canvasses that are on display.

The artists have presented a wide array of painting styles and vibrancy of colours and concepts under a single roof and all in affordable prices.

“Different artists release their inner thoughts through different kinds of expressions. For some, sorrow and pain is an underlying theme, for others mysticism is the most powerful expression. If you look at the exhibition that we have put on display, the common thread is an inspirational invocation of peace, hope and positivity. For me personally, art is a medium to spread hope, inspiration and optimism,” says Ekta Jain.

“When people come to see the artworks of veteran artists, they come with pre conceived notions of the artist’s style and expression. In this respect, our exhibition holds an element of surprise,” adds Jain. The exhibition will be on display from December 5 to December 8, everyday from 11.00 am to 8.00 pm.

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Letting the Girl Child Live: Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon celebrates Children’s Day

Letting the Girl Child Live: Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon celebrates Children’s Day differently! Talks about ‘SHE’- the Girl Child!

• Through Painting and Declamation competition, Paras Hospitals organized a platform for the children to speak their mind on what they feel about the inhuman practice of female foeticide and infanticide.
• Children from schools across Gurgaon come together to celebrate Children’s Day and exhort their parents’ generation to junk the abhorrent practice

Gurgaon: Can we call ourselves a civilized society as long as the despicable practice of killing the female foetus remains rampant amidst us? Can we celebrate Children’s Day without turning our thoughts to the millions of girl children who have been killed in their mother’s womb? These questions were at the heart of a two-day programme organized by Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon to invite children into a movement for change.

Children from schools across Gurgaon came together to celebrate this Children’s Day differently – by devoting their time and energies to express their thoughts about the illegal yet common practice of sex selection in our society.
It is to be noted that Haryana is among the Indian states which have the worst women to men sex ratios in India. In fact, in the 2011 Census, Haryana had the ignominy of having the lowest child sex ratio among all states with just 834 girls for each 1,000 boys in the age group of 0-6 year.

​​‘SHE’ is an initiative of Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon that aims to create awareness against the evil of female foeticide by engaging schools and touching the lives of the next generation so that they know what is right and what is wrong. Paras Hospitals campaign- SHE aimed at involving the generation next – the school children- to discuss and have an opinion against female infanticide and foeticide.

On Wednesday (Nov 12), a painting competition was organized at various school premises where participating children were asked to draw their hearts out, expressing the theme of ‘Save the Girl Child’. Children came out with remarkable expressions of brush to express their disgust at the inhuman practice followed by their parents’ generation. The painting contest was followed by a Declamation Competition on Nov 13, where children were encouraged to speak about ‘What Can I do to Stop female Infanticide’.


“Female infanticide is a social issue and cannot be dealt with legal instruments alone. We have to work as a community at different levels to get rid of this abhorrent practice that has been responsible for a silent genocide of our unborn girls. This evil can be rooted out only when we as a people junk the preference for the male child and start believing that foeticide is as wrong as murder,” says Dr Kousar Ali Shah, Zonal Director , Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon, who headed the initiative.

​​The declamation & painting competition was judged by prominent social workers who work at the grass root level for woman empowerment. Ms Poornima Savargaonkar, a former ISRO scientist was invited who at present is associated with NGO – Uthaan. Ms Poornima is associated with the rural women of the area and has taken up numerous initiatives for women empowerment; Ms Deepa Antil, President SNP-Sashakt Nari Parishad, Gurgaon; and Dr Rakhee Gogoi, HOD, Radiology at Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon also acted as judges to decide the winners of the competitions.

“We believe it is imperative for children to be involved in such a campaign as they are our next generation. It is they who will decide the future course that our society takes on this issue and it will help if they grow up believing that killing the girl child is a horrendous practice. As a community health provider, it is our duty to do whatever we can to engage the community in productive and pertinent discussions. This is why we believe that celebrating Children’s Day by highlighting one of the most significant issues facing our children is the right thing to do,” says Dr Rakhee Gogoi, HOD Radiology, Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon

She also added that , “ We as healthcare providers and doctors have a major role to play. Female infanticide may be carried out due to society pressure and miscreant behaviors, however a doctor- sonologist – plays a very important role. The government has over the years has developed strong practices against sex determination, however a gap still exists. We as professionals also have a social responsibility and hence we should all stand against this social evil. It is we after all who decide the change and this change is for the better. “

At the twin competitions held at Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon, children took to different expressions to convey their thoughts about this pertinent question. Most of them went back believing strongly that an evil is rampant in their society, and they need to do their part in abolishing it.


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Special Children Day Menu at Shraman, The Ashok at 499/

New Delhi: Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's love for children is celebrated today as Children's Day in India. This 14 November Shraman at The Ashok offers a special kids menu to all children.

So come one and all and grab the offer. From yummy Shraman Sandwich and Pasta in Chef special sauce, mouth watering vegetarian snacks.

With the special focus on perfection, Mr Banan, the man behind success and popular chains like Sagar Ratna and Swagath, brings the same passion to its vegetarian venture “Shraman” at the Ashok.



A visit to the diner will not only be a feast for your taste buds but also for your eyes.

About Sawath:

In 1986, Mr. Banan started the first branch of Sagar Ratna in the quite market of Defense colony in New Delhi with a seating capacity just 40. With hard work and a die-hard resolve and commitment for achieving excellence in every task undertaken by him, Mr. Banan single handedly built his chain of restaurants brick-by-brick never giving up despite hardships encountered.

With its many cultural influences, it’s a place that offers a varied selection of cuisines to satisfy your palate. Signature dishes like Saundhi Paneer Tikka, Shraman 56 Bhog, Paneer Lazeez, Dal Shraman, Gatta Curry, Jodh Puri Mirchi Paneer, Vegetable Lohla Puri, Sabzi Balluchi and Shraman Punch will leave you craving for more..

The popularity of Sagar Ratna continued to grow in geometric progression and within a short span it spread its wings and waves far and wide. Today Sagar Ratna has established its presence throughout the National Capital Region (NCR) through company owned branches and beyond NCR through Franchisee outlets.

It is a testimony to its popularity that even today Delhites still throng to its Defense Colony branch and patiently wait for hours together to get a bite of the authentic South Indian cuisine.

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Foodhall presents Italian Food Festival

New Delhi,November, 2014: This November, give your taste buds a treat and explore the diverse range of Italian food, as Foodhall, the ultimate foodies paradise is all set to celebrate the different flavors of Italy. Italian cuisine has always been known for its garlic, its olive oil, and it is all about simplicity and chefs rely on the flavor of some ingredients rather than elaborate preparation to bring out delicious dishes.

Italian cuisine offers a whole world of ingredients--fresh seafood, seasonal veggies, cured meats, beautiful cheeses, savory herbs--prepared in ways from simple to elaborate. Foodhall is all set to impress food lovers with the widest variety, a packed program of demos and all sorts of pairing possibilities under its innovative arcade. Whether it is Pasta, Antipasti, Pizza, cheese or Patisserie, Foodhall has the best of the diverse cuisine of Italy waiting for you.

Putting together the first course of a meal has never been more fun. Choose from a range of delicious dips - sundried tomato pesto, aglio olio, and the delectable smoked aubergine caponata to name a few. Paired with fresh and crusty breads - bruschetta, ciabatta, focaccia, pesto rolls and panini bread, they are guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling. Add a platter of cheese- buffalo mozzarella, scarmoza, provolone, and another of cold cuts-prosciutto, salami, mortadella and you are all set to treat your guests to a sumptuous start to their Italian meal. Ofcourse, you can wow them even more with a selection of black and green olives, capers, and artichoke hearts. For those who prefer a light start to their meal, opt for salads in a jar, the new introduction at Foodhall. Whether it is caprese or panazella, the delightfully layered salads are sure to hit the spot.

Pastas are synonymous to Italian Cuisine in India. Where people are aware of only two to three varieties, Foodhall this month has a range of pastas available at their demo counter such as Spinach fettuccini, Roasted Butternut squash ravioli, Herbed Potato Gnocchi, Classic Spaghetti, Zoodles (zucchini pasta) and many more. Moreover , Foodhall offers a special gluten free pasta . Choose from a wide range of delicious pasta sauces to make mouth watering pasta dishes at home.

When it comes to Pizzas, Foodhall has an array of delightful ingredients to make the perfect pizza that will take you to a lovely café in Rome. That’s not all, pampering your pizza craving will now get easy as Foodhall introduces Chilled pizzas. These pre – packed semi baked pizzas just take a few minutes to be ready.Take a pick from Margherita Pizza , Mediterranean Pizza , Smoked Chicken and Caramelized Onion Pizza or the Pepperoni Pizza.

Olive oil is essential to Italian cooking and Foodhall has the widest range of this cooking medium, be it the garlic infused olive oil, basil infused, chilli infused olive oil and so on.

That’ s not all, for this Italian Food Festival, Foodhall has new additions to the patisserie such as Lemon ricotta,Tiramisu in a jar and Fresh berry cannoli.

The FMCG section is stocked with all the products that have a connection with Italy or are from Italy. From Pasta,Vinegar, to spices, fruits, vegetables , rice available at Italy like risotto, Foodhall has it all.

So head to Foodhall and disocver the different flavors of Italy through out the month.

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Delhi Bikers Open Arms

New Delhi, August 24, 2014: How many times have you seen a biker hugging a policeman? How many times have you seen a biker thanking him for his diligence, instead of racing away? Today, the 24th of August, the Biker Fraternity did the impossible.

In a one-of-its-kind ride initiated by Bikers for Good, a Motorcycle Community that rides solely for social causes, more than 15 Biking clubs from Delhi came together to send out a message of appreciation and respect for the Delhi Police.

Commenting on the idea behind the ride, Mohit Ahuja, Founder of Bikers for Good said, “The public is there to protest and criticize the police when they fail to do something. We planned this ride to thank them for taking care of the city, through thick and thin.”

The ride saw close to 500 bikers riding to Jantar Mantar riding bikes ranging from 100cc to 1000cc and above. Together the bikers gave a message of responsibility towards safer roads. The admin of Bikers for Good, Jeet Kandhari quoted, “Biking today is growing. Motorcycle Clubs have members who are students, doctors, CEOs and even higher. Doing something like this will only help us better terms between bikers and the police.”


The bikers gathered to thank Delhi Police and Delhi Traffic Police for their efforts. A huge banner with the club logos was put up, where bikers wrote their messages for the Delhi Police. This banner was later presented to Mr. Ajay Kumar Singh, S.H.O., Parliament Street, Delhi. Moreover, Bikers were seen hugging Delhi Police personnel and carrying placards that read FREE HUGS FOR DELHI POLICE.


With this ride, Bikers for Good marked another milestone in its journey of doing GOOD. The only community in India to ride solely for Social Causes, Bikers for Good promotes safety amongst bikers and stands up for various social causes. In less than 3 years of its existence, Bikers for Good has grown to be a 5000 member community across India, helping out more than 3 Lakh people. It is said that with great power comes great responsibility and Bikers for Good is living up to the statement.

For more details, kindly contact:
Aadhar Bhardwaj
Member- Core Team
Bikers for Good
+91-9716831514

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Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) 87th Annual day

New Delhi, April 3, 2013: Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) today observed its 87th Annual Day in the presence of Chief Guest Hon’ble Minister of Human Resource Development, Dr. M.M. Pallam Raju.

The Annual Day celebration was started by lighting of lamp and floral tributes to the Founder Sir Shri Ram by Chief Guest, Dr. M.M. Pallam Raju; Shri. Ajay S. Shriram, Chairman, SRCC Governing Body and Dr. PC Jain, Principal, SRCC.

Dr.MM Palam Raju, Hon’ble Human Resource Development Minister was delighted to be a part of the SRCC annual day and while congratulating the college on the 87th annual day celebrations he said “SRCC today is one of the finest institution and attracts the best talent across the country. I compliment the founders and the management for supporting and nourishing the institute."

He added, "Institutions like SRCC also need to promote entrepreneurs to fuel the economy further and help the nation grow."

He further spoke about the education system in India "Higher education is going through a transformation with new practices worldwide and the need of the country is to incorporate these practices in the system. We must have a strategy on how our human resource will be recognized globally; the foundation must be made through academics. With the changing economy and increase in younger population the government is trying to ensure that the young population is given education and the skill sets for them to grow and be recognized globally."

The event saw conferment of Best Alumni Awards to the former students of the esteemed institution and conferment of medals and prizes to students and presentation of memento to the Chief Guest.

“Shri Ram College of Commerce has grown in stature to become one of the most prestigious education institutions in the field of Commerce and Economics. The College has always endeavored to maintain high standards of Academic Excellence. We are proud to see the students excel in every walk of life; their efforts have brought fame both to the college and the nation.” SRCC, Chairman, Governing Body, Shri. Ajay S. Shriram said.

SRCC has developed itself over the years and retains its prestigious position as the foremost of institutions dedicated to Commerce and Economics education in the country.

Its Alumni occupy distinguished positions in almost all spheres of society, government, bureaucracy, banking, finance, academics, business, journalism and media. It has been a long journey through the seventy-five years and yet the journey has perhaps just begun.

Shri Ram College of Commerce continues to remain a dream destination and then a springboard to great achievements for many a youngster of our country.

The College has on its faculty highly qualified academicians and attracts the very best of students from all over the country and abroad. SRCC enjoys a prestigious position and after graduating from here many students are readily admitted in renowned foreign universities. Students enjoy a distinct advantage in the matter of employment in reputed organizations and a good number of them are offered positions, through campus recruitment, even before their results are declared.

For further information, please contact:

NEEPA SHARMA
LIN Opinion – The LOWE LINTAS PR Division
Neepa.Sharma@loweandpartners.com

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