Superstar Akshay Kumar visits Symbiosis International (Deemed University) campus, Vimannagar

  

“Till date, close to 82% women still do not use sanitary pads, instead they opt for straw, ash, or sand,” said Hindi film industry’s Superstar Mr. Akshay Kumar who visited the Symbiosis International (Deemed University) campus at Vimannagar, today, to for a panel discussion on ‘Cinema as a medium of social consciousness and cultural transformation’.

Mr. Kumar spoke of his upcoming movie ‘Pad Man’ which is inspired by a true story of innovator Mr, Arunachalam Muruganantham, who is well-known as ‘India’s Menstrual Man’. Appreciating the journey of Mr Arunachalam, Akshay said, “It is a commendable feat that Mr Arunachalam invented an easy-to-use machine worth Rs 60,000 for producing low-cost sanitary pads. His machine has created jobs for women in rural India.”

While addressing the gathering, Mr. Akshay said, “In the olden days, women were asked not to step in the kitchen, so that they could take rest during the menstruation cycle. But over the years, people condemned this as a taboo and banned women from having pickle or touching idols and so forth. Menstrual cycle is not a taboo. It is a natural occurrence and it is time we all accept and embrace it. I personally feel, sanitary pads should be made available free of cost.”

Dr Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro-Chancellor, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) thanked Mr. Akshay for choosing Symbiosis as a platform to promote his movie, “It is good that commercial actors like Mr. Akshay are producing movies with a social cause.”

Dr. Ruchi Jaggi, Director, Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, said, “When a mainstream commercial actor talks about a subject like a menstruation, it is symbolic of progressive cinema. An entertaining film with social consciousness at its core can instill sensitivity in audiences in extremely effective ways because of its earnest storytelling rather than preachy messaging.”

The Ambassador of Gambia Her Excellency H.E.M.S. Jainaba Jagne was highly impressed with the plot of the movie and stated, “It is just not in India, but across the world that people need to be educated about the menstrual cycle. It is not a taboo, it is a natural occurrence. No one would have been born, if women did not have periods. I looking forward to broadcast this movie in Gambia as well.”

While highlighting the challenges he faced, Mr. Kumar said that “Pad-Man is not one of the regular commercial movies. A lot of people were skeptical about it. People kept telling me who will watch it. What will people say? One time, while addressing a gathering the moment I spoke about menstrual cycles, there was pin-drop silence. This has to change and it is a collective effort put in by all of us.”

Mr. Kumar pointed out that the onus is on each citizen to bring about cultural transformation by saying, “I am glad my wife, Twinkle Khanna came up with this movie idea. We can’t wait for the government to make changes for us.  Rather, be the change you wish to see.”

This event was organized by Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC). Approximately 700 students and faculty member from across multiple Symbiosis institutes attended this event. 

Japanese Firm Chaintope and Vizitech Solutions Launch a Blockchain R&D Center in Pine

Vizitech Solutions, a Fintech company based out of Pune, recently signed an agreement with Japanese blockchain start-up, Chaintope to set up a blockchain R&D center. This center, to be located in Pune, will conduct innovative blockchain research and will train developers in this revolutionary technology.

Chaintope will leverage this new center to further research and product development in areas such as Smart Contracts, a space where the company has already positioned itself as a market leader. For instance, Chaintope recently launched in Japan a blockchain application to facilitate real estate transactions by storing validated land ownership records, allowing faster land deals and reducing fraud-related losses. 

Vizitech Solutions, a fast growing company in the Managed Services domain, will manage the R&D center in Pune. The company will hire and train high-quality blockchain developers and will help organizations in the U.S. and Japan with their research projects.

"This venture will combine Chaintope's cutting-edge research with Vizitech's market leading execution. It will be a great space for young and interested developers to explore this new life-changing technology and have access to opportunities both in India and abroad," says Anandsagar Shiralkar, Founder and CEO of Vizitech. Vizitech's team and Mr. Hideki Shoda (Founder, Chaintope) visited multiple colleges back in October, including SICSR and PICT, the result of which was a number of promising hires. "We hope to create opportunities for many more candidates soon," says Mr. Shoda, whose vision for the R&D center is to become a digital playground for young blockchain developers and enthusiasts in India.

Vizitech had been exploring the blockchain space for over a year. Their team created Blockchain Meetup groups, taught over 10,000 students via online courses and formed an international blockchain community of experts, investors, entrepreneurs and developers, focused on creating a resource pool of quality blockchain developers and partners for projects in the U.S., Japan, Middle East and India.

Blockchain is a distributed ledger system that eliminates intermediaries and cannot be hacked. This technology, which was originally born as the supporting technology for the viral cryptocurrency 'Bitcoin' has expanded into many other industries with potential far reaching consequences in their respective domains.

Blockchain awareness is increasing in India with initiatives like the Bankchain consortium (which now has more than 27 banks) and the Fintech Valley in Vizag. Add to this, the scope for growth in the digital economy in India and the future of this new technology is boundless.

INIFD Deccan Organized its Annual Fashion Show 2018 “Beaux Arts Vogue”

Pune, Sunday, 14^th Jan 2018:  INIFD Deccan – Premium Fashion and Interior Design Institute, hosted their Annual Fashion show on the 14th of January 2018 at the Westin Hotel, Pune.

This year, INIFD Deccan’s Annual Fashion Show theme was – “Beaux Arts Vogue”. This parent theme had several themes under it and each theme had a collection of several garments to it. The several angles, lines, triangles, squares, and rectangles incredibly blended harmoniously, inspired by global architecture. This season, a voyage was given to the massive creations on earth by the man travelling through the past to the present, contouring and revitalizing each designer’s creative streak.

The themes this year were as follows:

1)      Mystical Nasir-ul-mosque

2)      Rebalance Dubai

3)      Carved Karnataka

4)      Vibrant Africa

5)      Rococo Romance

6)      Bohemian Escape

7)      Exotic Russia

8)      Visargha

The various collections encompassed a perfect mix of elegant fashion with the chic sense of style that evoked a naive modernism that is timeless.

Mr. Amar Khatri, Director, INIFD Deccan said that INIFD Deccan has come a long way since its inception. He also said that it gives him a great sense of pride to have shaped design careers of thousands of young minds.  Also present at the event was the CEO of INIFD - Anil Khosla who graced the event with his presence. When asked about his take on Indian fashion, he said - “The world is now ready to embrace Indian fashion.”

The event was judged by the Chief Fashion Mentor of INIFD and Star Designer Ashley Rebello. The star Bollywood designer is the Chief Mentor for Fashion Design at INIFD and is the man behind the new avatar of Salman Khan in ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Payo’, ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ ,’Kick’ ‘Dabangg 2’, ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, ‘Bodyguard’, ‘Ready’, ‘Dabangg’ & ‘Big Boss ’.

 When asked about the show, Ashley said “I have been visiting INIFD centers across India inspite of my busy schedule but I am impressed with the immense talent in design students of INIFD Deccan.”

Other jury members for the event included Regional Editor of Femina -Ms. Corina Manuel and Director & Editor in chief of TROFII magazine Vidhya Tiwari. The Guest Of Honors for the event was Mrs. Anjana Mascarehas (coveted beauty pageant trainer), Mrs. Radhika Wagh (Mrs Maharshtra 2016), and Mr Vishal Mihani (Successful Businessman).

The show was choreographed by one the city’s best choreographer: Abhyangh Kuvalekar. He is an actor, known for Hou De Jarasa Ushir (2012), Aawahan (2015) and Vazandar: Biggie (2016). Abhyangh is also a model and he walked for the Cared Karnataka theme as a showstopper.

Super Models of India namely Candice Pinto, Archana Vadnerkar and Neha Deshpande (Mrs. India Worldwide 2017) were some of the models who added glamour to the fashionable night by walking for the gala. 

All in all, it was a fashionably fun evening where everyone was entertained, pleased and left the venue with happy faces.

Paani Foundation announces the launch of Satyamev Jayate Water Cup 2018

 Mumbai: Paani Foundation an initiative to make Maharashtra drought free, today officially announced the launch of the third edition of the coveted Satyamev Jayate Water Cup 2018.

After receiving an overwhelming response in 2016 and 2017 from the people of Maharashtra, Paani Foundation today announced the launch of the Satyamev Jayate Water Cup, 2018. Senior industrialists like Mr. Ratan Tata, Mr. Mukesh Ambani, Mr. Shantilal Mutha, and President of the Jain Seva Sangh, State minister Jaikumar Raval, Mr. Satyajit Bhatkal, CEO, Paani Foundation and Dr. Avinash Pol were present at the launch of the Water Cup.  The launch was done at the hands of Honorable Chief Minister of Maharashtra Shri. Devendra Fadnavis.

On the occasion Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said, “Maharashtra would be drought free by 2019 because of measures undertaken by the state government and responsible citizen like Aamir Khan and his unique initiative like Paani Foundation.  Paani Foundation’s work in the field of water conservation and watershed management has indeed been a major contributing factor towards water conservation in Maharashtra. Paani Foundation demonstrates a unique symbiosis between people from Bollywood & Corporate World. It’s just not an initiative but a people’s movement which clearly shows that water conservation can be done without building huge dams. For transformation people’s participation is the key and driving force and that’s what Paani Foundation has managed to do through Satyamev Jayate Water Cup.”      

Mr. Aamir Khan, Founder, Paani foundation said, "This year is an opportunity and a great challenge in front of us. Increase in number of villages and mass participation has put a lot of onus on us to deliver. While it is a challenge, it's also provides all of us a great opportunity to prove our mettle. If we manage to achieve what we intend to it'll give a major boost to our efforts to make Maharashtra drought-free and once again reiterate our commitment to the cause.”  

Paani Foundation is an initiative set up by Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao.  It has been working since the year 2016 to create a people’s movement for drought-free Maharashtra. This year the competition tenure for Satyamev Jayate Water Cup is from 8th April to 22^nd May 2018. The top three villages will get a cash prize of Rs. 75 lakhs, Rs. 50 lakhs and Rs. 40 lakhs respectively. In addition, the top village from each taluka will get a cash prize of Rs. 10 lakhs. The total prize money which the villages stand to win in the competition is nearly Rs. 10 crores.

Satyamev Jayate Water Cup is a competition between different villages to see who can do the best work for watershed management and water conservation in the period of the competition. As part of the competition, Paani Foundation will train the villagers in the science of watershed development. These villagers will then participate in the Satyamev Jayate Water Cup. The 45-day long competition involves ‘Shramdan,’ (voluntary labour) in building important structures and thus, water storage capacities. Every revenue village in the selected talukas is eligible to participate. Participation is based on self-selection and the application form needs to be sent by the Gram Panchayat.

A total of 1,321 villages from 30 talukas took part in the second edition of Satyamev Jayate Water Cup competition and created water storage potential of 8,361 crore litres of water! A small Adivasi Village, Kakaddara from Arvi taluka of Wardha won the Water Cup, 2017.

This year the competition has been extended to 75 talukas in 24 districts of Maharashtra.   Every village in the selected talukas is eligible to participate and has been given Aamir Khan's signature invitation for this purpose. A grand photo exhibition that explains the journey and purpose of the Water Cup was organized in close conjunction with the government of Maharashtra in all 75 talukas and has been attended by lakhs of villagers and students.

The entry form is in two parts. Over 7200 villages have submitted Entry Form Part 1 so far. The second part of the form requires the village to hold a gram sabha and select 5 participants for the four day training conducted by Paani Foundation. The last date for submitting the completed entry form Part 2 is 31st January 2018. Paani Foundation extends a warm invitation to all the villages in the selected talukas to complete the entry process and begin their journey to water and prosperity.

Renowned drummer Darshan Doshi to perform in Mumbai

Renowned drummer Darshan Doshi of the Farhan Akhtar Band, ‘Farhan Live’ and for Salim Sulaiman’s band  is all set to stage a power-packed performance along with his band members Parthiv Gohil, Rhythm Shaw, Avishek Dey and Jarvis Menezes. Don’t miss this amazing gig …

 Day & Date: Friday, 12^th January, 2018

Time: Doors Open 6 pm for Happy Hours

Entry Fee: Applies from 08:30 pm onwards

Gig Starts: 09:30 pm till late

Venue: The Finch Shah Industrial Estate, Opposite Huntsman Building, Saki Vihar Road Andheri East, Mumbai 400 072

Reserve your table:

Visit Website: www.thefinch.in

Call Concierge Ph:  +91 8055992993/ 022-28477003/09

Email: concierge@thefinch.in

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ECI® Chosen by Idea Cellular to Upgrade Optical Networks to Meet Massively Rising Demand for Data in India

ECI, a global provider of ELASTIC Network^® solutions for service providers, critical infrastructures and data centre operators, announced today it was chosen by Idea Cellular Ltd (Idea), the third largest mobile operator in India and sixth-ranked in the world, to upgrade its optical network. Idea is upgrading its network to support ever increasing customer demand for bandwidth and data. ECI's access DWDM solution will be rolled out across more than half of the operators' network.

As mobile phone penetration in India grows, so too has the demand for mobile data as the country is considered one of the world's largest consumers of mobile data. The ECI solution will ensure maximum utilization of Idea's existing infrastructure, while creating a future-proof solution that already accounts for additional upgrades. This will ultimately help Idea meet the evolving demand across the market, while fulfilling its commitment to Digital India, the country's initiative to connect rural and underserved areas of the population with high-speed internet access.

"ECI is committed to providing scalable, future-proof solutions that significantly benefit telecom operators worldwide," said President of ECI India, Sajeet Shivashankaran. "Our products and solutions, including the access DWDM platform, provide the necessary flexibility to expand and grow with the changing needs of our customers.

"Idea is a pan-India wireless broadband operator offering high speed mobile internet and digital content services to our customers. ECI has long been our partner and has supported us in rolling out 3G/4G networks with optimum solutions. We will be able to enhance capacity and meet the ever-growing demand for data with the new solution," added Mr. Anil Tandan, Chief Technology Officer, Idea Cellular.

8th to 14th January is Folic Acid Awareness Week

Pune – January 10, 2018 - Spina Bifida Foundation, a foundation aimed at prevention of Birth defects and Meyer Vitabiotics, a leading pharmaceutical company, jointly announces a one of its kind initiative “GO FOLIC” campaign in India. This campaign is aimed to create awareness on prevention of Spina Bifida, congenital birth defect.

Started on 27th August 2015 across India GO FOLIC campaign has liaison with State Governments, the Union Health Ministry and WHO India to reach to the masses by undertaking various activities like Awareness Campaign, Events, Health Camps and Doctor Participation Activities. This will be an on-going campaign. GO FOLIC aims to spread the vital message about taking Folic Acid as well as Vitamin B12 before pregnancy to prevent birth defects.

This initiative is launched as part of Corporate Social Responsibility, a joint initiative by Meyer Vitabiotics in collaboration with Spina Bifida Foundation to make a positive difference in society. Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon is the brand Ambassador for GO FOLIC campaign.

Speaking about the cause Mr. Rohit Shelatkar, Meyer Vitabiotics Vice President said “As a nutraceuticals company we believe it’s our responsibility to make healthcare simpler. Keeping the leading edge of international research and being sensitive to specific consumer needs, we at Meyer Vitabiotics want to make a significant difference in the lives of people. The awareness is still non-existent in rural and urban India. This campaign will educate people on the importance of Folic acid and its requirements during pregnancy for a growth of a healthy baby”

Congenital birth defects mainly (NTDs) Neural tube defects form a major share in India, are assuming greater importance as a leading cause of Neonatal and Infant Mortality in India. With this joint initiative, Spina Bifida foundation chief Dr. Santosh Karmarkar and Meyer Vitabiotics Vice President/Director Mr. Rohit Shelatkar takes a step to create awareness and help prevention of Spina Bifida and its complications.

Folate is a vital Vitamin required majorly during pregnancy, for the development of maternal and fetal metabolic needs. Folic acid and Vitamin B12 deficiency in pregnant women can lead to grave consequences like FGR (Fetal Growth Retardation). Regular dose of Folic acid and Vit, B12 is required for every to be and would be mother.

Mr. Karmarkar, Founder of Spina Bifida Foundation said “Every year about 25 to 40 thousand children are born with mild to severe form of birth defects. Every year there is increase in the infant mortality rate. The children who are born with such casualty suffer from mild to severe form of Spina bifida. Prevention of NTDs is an immediate Public Health priority for India. GO FOLIC campaign will address this issue. 70% of NTDs are due to a lack of Folates and therefore ensuring an adequate daily intake of Folic Acid and B12 vitamins in the diets of mothers-to-be, prior to conception and during pregnancy can prevent most cases of NTDs”

Prevention of NTDs and other birth defects is on the top of the stated WHO goals for South East Asia. NTDs, which are congenital malformations of the Spinal Cord & Spine, cause varying degrees of childhood paralysis (more severe than Polio) and also affect the development of the lower limbs, brain, urinary bladder and Bowel. India has one of the highest incidences of NTDs in the world – up to 4-5 /1000 live births! This would amount to as many as 25000 - 40000 children born with this defect in India each year.

Times &Trends Academy Conducts Seminar for Finance &Accounts Students to Up skill Them

Times & Trends Academy conducted a recent ‘Skill Development & Career Opportunities’ workshop recently for finance and accounts students from TTA.  The workshop was conducted by Mr Wasim Sharif, Assistant Manager – Human Resource at WNS, and was attended by students, faculties & Mr Amit Agrawal, Founder & Chairman – Times and Trends Academy. Mr Wasim gave insights on various career opportunities in the finance & accounts industry.

Mr Wasim listed many technical skills in finance & accounting domain that MNCs are looking for the candidates when they are recruiting. And without those skill sets, he suggested that it would be very difficult to enter multi-national companies. As human resource professional, he also emphasized on the fact that fresher’s seeking a job in this industry must also have good communication skills to grab the job opportunities. He mentioned that it is more likely that a candidate with good communication skills will see growth in any company as compared to a candidate without communication skills.

Mr Wasim also discussed various job opportunities at WNS. He disclosed various openings and corresponding job profiles for the same. After explaining the profiles, he went on to explain the work culture at WNS. He also shared his experience as a Human Resource Professional in the corporate sector and answered queries from students. Students from Finance & Accounts domain at TTA got a splendid chance to learn and clear their doubts during the seminar.

 Pritam Jagtap, one of the students, said, “The seminar was very informative. Most of the times, we, as students, do not understand the interview & screening process properly as we lack industry exposure. But, such seminars are really helpful because they show you the right direction. Now, I understand what are the skill sets that I must acquire before I apply for a job position. Thank you TTA for conducting such edifying seminar.”

deAsra joins hands with Tata Trusts and OSDA to encourage entrepreneurs across the country

deAsra Foundation, an organization aimed at empowering budding entrepreneurs has collaborated with Tata Trusts and Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA) to promote entrepreneurship across the country. There has been a strategic focus on improvement of technical education, developing the right infrastructure for skills-based training and more importantly, entrepreneurship development.

OSDA is primarily engaged with skill development in Odisha, encouraging entrepreneurship among the skill trained youth. OSDA will be providing entrepreneurship education and training, and deAsra will provide the platform for information & handholding support to candidates, and will even provide youth the ability to create business plans that are fully functional and easy to understand and use.

Tata Trusts and deAsra together have collaborated to promote entrepreneurship and help unemployed youth to start their own businesses. deAsra Foundation with the support of Tata Trusts will be providing aspiring candidates guidance to develop a viable business plan, facilitate funding and execute a profitable business.

Ms. Pradnya Godbole, CEO, deAsra Foundation said, “Our collaborative approach with two established institutions, will help all of us together reach a big audience who can be guided in the right direction which helps with entrepreneurship development and provide youth with self-employment & employment opportunities”

deAsra, Tata Trusts and OSDA together can help solve the problem of unemployment and provide youth with opportunities to help build their future.

MVSTF signs MoU with Deutsche Bank in presence of CM for Rural Transformation

 

·       MVSTF signs key MoU in the presence of Chief Minister of Maharashtra

·       Strategic partnership to empower development of rural Maharashtra

Mumbai: Maharashtra Village Social Transformation Foundation (MVSTF), an initiative with a mission to transform 1,000 villages across the state, today signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Deutsche Bank in a bid to empower and push development in rural part of the state.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Hon. Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis. Present at the event were Shri Praveen Pardeshi, ACS to CM, from Deutsche Bank- Shri Ravneet Gill, India CEO, Shri Abhay Laijala, Managing Director & Head, India Equity Research, Smt Ruchi Khemka, Head CSR and Shri Abhishek Puri, Director- India Equity Research. Mr. Ramnath Subramaniam, CEO, MVSTF signed the MoUs on behalf of MVSTF.

To converge the developmental efforts between the Government of Maharashtra and Corporate India, MVSTF enables a public-private partnership at grass root level. The partners provide financial resources along with domain knowledge and expertise to bring about lasting change in key development areas. The MoU was signed with the intent of furthering collaboration between the Government of Maharashtra & Corporate India.

Under the guidance and mentorship of Additional Chief Secretary Shri Praveen Pardeshi, MVSTF is gaining rapid momentum with 310 villages already covered under the program and close to another 300 villages to be added over the next 3 months.

Shri Gill appreciated the vision of Honorable CM and the swift implementation of development projects such as MVSTF. Shri Pardeshi spoke about the convergence and implementation of various Government schemes in these villages.

MVSTF is a unique Public-Private Partnership in the country. MVSTF provides opportunity to the youth in the form of Chief Minister’s Rural Development Fellowship (CMRDF) programme. CMRDFs are assigned to a Gram Panchayat and work in close association with local administration to prepare and implement participatory development plans.

Speaking at the event CEO Shri Ramnath Subramaniam spoke about the traction and support MVSTF is gaining across these villages from the administration, sarpanches and gramasthas. He highlighted the positive impact of the project and the strategy to implement the transformation program across 1000 villages. MVSTF is targeting to create Model villages which will be demonstrative of convergence of development schemes ably supported by Government and Corporate interventions. He said “VSTF looks forward to participation and support of Deutsche Bank and looks forward to roping in more philanthropists and corporate partners.”

Deutsche Bank has adopted 9 Gram Panchayats in Nandurbar and committed Rs 10 Cr towards MVSTF. For phase 1, Mr Gill handed over a Cheque of Rs 3.5Cr to Hon. CM.

Vaibhav Tatwawaadi walked the ramp at Pune Times Fashion Week 2017

Actor Vaibhav Tatwawaadi became Shruti Mangaaysh's showstopper at Pune Times Fashion week 2017. Looking handsome in Golden and Red Traditional outfit Vaibhav walked the ramp with the gorgeous diva Amruta Khanvilkar. The actor was looking handsome in 'The Ram Navmi' Collection inspired by the Ramayana designed by famous designer Shruti Mangaaysh. The classic piece wore by Amruta and vaibhav was specially designed in handloom fabrics and natural dyes with pastel colour palettes paired with vibrant colour which added special effect on their collections. 

Vaibhav will be soon seen on screen with his upcoming hindi film manikarana with kangana and ankita lokhande. 

Netsurf launches All-in-one Anti-Pollution Vitamin Therapy Face Wash for Women & Men by Herbs & More!

Pune, December, 2017:  Netsurf, an indigenous direct selling- FMCG company, today announced the launch of its new All-in-one Anti-Pollution Face Wash for Women & Men, inspired by the Vitamin Therapy.

Herbs & More by Netsurf Network presents a new face wash for females- Herbs & More Vitamin Therapy Face Wash for HER. It is enriched with Honey, Lychee, Neem, Basil, Wheat Protein, etc. The female facial skin is the most delicate, pampered, minutely observed, decorated and nurtured part of their body. Hence, all they need is a solution to protect it from the harsh climate and from the occurrences of blackheads, acne and pigmentations; to nourish it with pure nutrients; to make it look young and glowing; to keep it presentable all the time.

Herbs & More Vitamin Therapy Face Wash for HER helps to absorb and retain moisture in skin, and thus keeping the skin well hydrated, fresh and supple. Protects the skin against oxidative stress caused by environmental pollution and removes blemishes and gives glowing skin. It has nourishing & rejuvenating properties. Vitamin B3 is an anti-acne agent and keeps skin hydrated and also replenishes skin tone. Vitamin E helps to protect and preserve skin cells, resulting in youthful look.

Herbs & More by Netsurf Network worked hard on a few natural ingredients and crafted a special face wash for men- Herbs & More Vitamin Therapy Face Wash for HIM. It is enriched with Avocado, Moringa, Neem, Basil, Wheat Protein, Vitamin B3 etc. Given that their skin structurally different, approximately 25% thicker than women and with a tougher texture, it is obvious that it won’t settle with a unisex or female face wash. It needs something extra, something that understands it better, nourishes it, nurtures it but doesn’t damp it with a feminine floral scent at the same time.

Herbs & More Vitamin Therapy Face Wash for HIM is in rich in natural Vitamin B3 is an anti-acne agent. It keeps skin hydrated and also replenishes skin tone. Vitamin E helps to protect and preserve skin cells, resulting in youthful look. Avocado whitens, moisturize, and soften the facial porters and eliminate acne, Moringa contains great anti-ageing properties. Wheat Protein nourishes skin and helps in reducing wrinkles. Neem helps in treating acne, scars, pigmentation and blackheads. Tulsi helps in treating acne and provides nourishment to the skin and tightens it

All 2 face washes are available in 100 ml pack and are priced is very attractively at Rs. 220 and it is available online on www.netsurfnetwork.com

Inaugural Ceremony - International Relations Conference 2017 – India EU (European Union)

The opening speech of the IRC’s 5th edition organised by Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Symbiosis School of International Studies was delivered by Dr Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro Chancellor at the Symbiosis International (Deemed University).  She stressed upon the international nature of the Symbiosis institution that complemented the aim and purpose of the Symbiosis School of International Studies, which is a young, but prominent branch of the Symbiosis family. She believes Pune is an ideal place to set up the School of European Studies, and invited active collaborations with European educational institutions. Her speech was followed by an address by Dr. S.B. Mujumdar, founder and Chancellor, Symbiosis International (Deemed University). Dr. Mujumdar highlighted the importance of education, since education alone is the best medium to promote international understanding and open-mindedness. He stressed that apart from political and economic collaborations with the European Union, quality education would also go a long way in cherishing the motto ‘Vasudaiva Kutumbakam.’ His speech was followed by Ms. Shivali Lawale, Director at Symbiosis School of International Studies, who has been instrumental in developing a dynamic environment with state of the art curriculum for her students, who come from diverse national and cultural backgrounds, again embodying the motto of the Symbiosis family. Amb. (Retd.) Mr. Talmiz Ahmad, then took the stage and expressed his solid belief that the conference would help in giving a wonderful exposure to various thought-provoking ideas on India-EU relations. He mentioned how EU faces a current atmosphere of uncertainty and trusts the conference could throw up some valuable ideas on how the India-EU relationship could be reshaped. Following him was the video address given by chief guest, Shri. Suresh Prabhu, Hon. Minister of Commerce and Industry, Govt. of India. The Minister praised EU for being an exemplary example of how different countries have come together, setting aside differences for a higher goal. Prosperity between these two blocs has to be holistic, and not restricted to few key areas.

His Excellency, H.E. Tomasz Kozlowski, Ambassador of the European Union to India then stressed on how India and EU are natural partners sharing the same principles. He touched upon key areas through which India and EU could utilise existing opportunities in a better way be it in the field of climate change, technology, research – especially on water management, military or finance.  He mentioned how for the first time the EU naval force had a joint collaboration with the Indian navy, highlighting the maritime security paradigm. He also mentioned how both the sides should remain committed on coming up with a mutually beneficial agreement. Following him, Mr. Gitesh Sarma, Additionsl Secretary (Pol), MEA, Govt. of India, mentioned how there is an important need for quality analysis and interpretation in the field of international relations. Lastly, Prof. Furqan Qamar, Secretary General, Association of Indian Universities highlighted the importance of globalisation in higher education. Dr. Rajani Gupte concluded the inaugural session with the final vote of thanks. Thus, the IRC is a pioneering venture wherein renounced scholars and academicians brainstorm on how to give substance to the India-EU ties.