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by Priya Jadhav   Plans to launch more outlets in the city by year end Pune, 27th February, 2019:  Renowned QSR chain  UpSouth  recently launched its sixth  QSR outlet in Pune.  Post creating its successful presence in Viman Nagar, Pune Airport, Aundh, Wakad, Phoenix Market City and now Wanowarie ,  the brand is looking forward to launch more outlets in the city by the year end. UpSouth  offers great, authentic, delicious food with lightning speed of service in hygienic and LIVE Kitchen atmosphere. This is a self-service and sit-down restaurant. It is an  ideal place to grab a quick bite for students to hover, family to relax and office-goers due to its fast service and tasty food. The menu offers universal favorites like – varieties of Idli and Dosa, MeduWada, Uthappam, Filter Coffee, Paddu, Southindian Combos, meals and many more. It also hosts its patented signature dishes like Uthly, Malabariparota sandwich, Sabudana Cheese Vada, Elaneer Mousse, Mango Moksha and Healthy

by Priya Jadhav Paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, the commemorative 12-notes series to be unveiled in phases from now until Oct 2, 2019 Limited-edition of 5000 commemorative notes of each design will be issued worldwide   Designed by noted Dubai-based Indian artist, Akbar Saheb, each note is inspired by a famous incident from Gandhi’s life Mumbai, 27 th  February, 2019:  Mahatma Gandhi’s fans across the world will have a unique opportunity to possess the first-ever Euro Souvenir Indian notes that celebrate 150th year of the leader’s birth anniversary. The limited-edition Zero Euro 12–notes commemorative series is being unveiled by UAE-based specialized numismatics company, Numisbing, with just 5000 notes of each design. The first two notes of the series are launching now and the rest sequentially until Oct 2, 2019. The notes designed by Dubai-based Indian artist, Akbar Saheb, the sole illustrator of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s book,   Mann Ki Baat , are based on

by Priya Jadhav  Mumbai, February, 2019:  Six days, four cities and three thrilling rounds later, on the evening of 2 nd  February, 2019, France was the crowned winner of the IIHM International Young Chef Olympiad 2019. The winners were announced at the end of a colourful and grand closing ceremony befitting the standard of the Young Chef Olympiad was held at Nicco Park in Kolkata. Cyrene Randrianasolo, a student of Albert de Mun Hotel and Catering School, beat 49 other nations and was declared the winner of the fifth edition of the world’s biggest culinary extravaganza. She was also the lucky first to wear the Golden Chef Cap given for the first time this year to the winner of YCO 2019. The silver trophy went to Romania’s Bogdan-Petru-Alin Vandici of ICEP Hotel School and the bronze went to England’s Luke Hayward from the University College of Birmingham. Along with the trophy, Cyrene also bagged a gold medal and was handed over a cheque for $10,000. Shocked and awed at her vi

by Priya Jadhav  Doctors at the Upasani Super Speciality Hospital in Mumbai this week performed two back-to-back successful Robotics-assisted total knee replacement surgeries, for the first time in Mumbai on a 65 years old Kanchan Patil both with severe knee pain since over 5 years. These surgeries were done using the NAVIO PFS Robotics surgical system, the latest advanced generation Robotic intervention in joint replacement (developed in the USA) and to the delight of the families, enabled these patients to walk without significant pain within 4 hours of the surgery itself. Robotics-assisted joint replacement surgery has many definitive benefits over traditional joint replacement surgery: It enables the surgeon to operate with enhanced precision even during the most complex procedures and difficult cases. Enhanced precision and lesser bone removal leads to less blood loss, painless, faster and better post-operative outcomes for the patient. “Robotics assisted joint replacemen

‘Giant’ bicycles launched its flagship showroom in Mumbai in collaboration with Element Retail Element Retail brings to India, world’s largest producer of high-quality bikes by Priya Jadhav Mumbai, February 27th, 2019:  World’s largest producer of high quality and performance bicycles – ‘Giant’, enters Indian retail cycle market with its first flagship store in Mumbai in association with Element Retail Pvt Ltd. Founded by two young and vibrant entrepreneurs Aditya Bafna and Varun Bagadiya in 2013, Element Retail has been steadily growing their portfolio and has become category leaders in swimwear and sports shoe segment. Element Retail has a license to distribute Giant bicycles Pan India. Catering to a large community of cyclists, fitness enthusiasts and athletes, Giant will bring together high-quality craftsmanship, technology and innovative designs under one roof. Sharing his thoughts on the new showroom launch, Aditya Bafna, Managing Director, Element Retail P

UBM India announces the March edition of The Chennai Jewellery and Gem Fair The mega B2B gem and jewellery extravaganza, with a special focus on South India’s repertoire by Priya Jadhav  ·           A three-day glittering trade extravaganza by UBM India for   India's   leading jewellers ·           Hall of Fame, Artisans Zone,  insightful  seminars pertaining to the industry and networking night will form some of the key attractions of the fair Chennai, February  2019:   UBM India, the largest organizer of jewellery fairs in India, announced the March edition of its premium international B2B jewellery fair in South India – the Chennai Jewellery & Gem Fair (CJGF). The expo, scheduled to be held between 8 th  – 10 th  March 2019 at the Chennai Trade Centre is well-supported by the prominent jewellery association --  Chennai Jewellers Association (CJA)  and is anticipated to attract 100+ exhibitors and over 30 luxurious jewellery brands. The fair is recognised as a

    by Priya Jadhav Mumbai, February 26, 2019:  Confidence Petroleum India Limited (CPIL) (BSE Code: 526829), India's leading Private Sector LPG marketer & retailer and Time Technoplast Limited (TTL) (BSE Code: 532856), a leading technology based innovative polymer product company, have joined hands by entering into a  ‘Cooperation Agreement’  with a view   to give major thrust to retail LPG cylinder market under the brand name  ‘GoGas Elite’. ‘GoGas Elite’ blast proof LPG composite cylinders have been launched keeping in mind the   importance of safety and convenience in Indian kitchens. These light weight translucent cylinders are manufactured using composite material which have high fire and heat resistance, are non-corrosive, UV protected and 100% re-cyclable when compared to the conventionally available LPG cylinders. Consumers can order ‘GoGas Elite’ cylinders via an App which will be delivered 24x7. This collaboration is aimed at ‘GoGas Elite’ spreading its win

    MEMS Dial 108 Selected by Ministry of Health and WHO to showcase its success story  before 23 countries   by Priya Jadhav Mumbai,  Maharashtra Emergency Medical Services (MEMS-Dial 108), the public-private-partnership ambulance of project of Government of Maharashtra has been selected for presentation to 23 countries, as the best practice in digital health initiatives. The Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare along with the World Health Organisation (WHO) has organised the Fourth Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP) Summit in Delhi from 25 th  to 27 th  February 2019. This is the fourth edition of the GDHP and also the first time India is hosting this event. The first three editions were held in Canberra-Australia, Washington DC-US and London-UK. Government representatives from 23 countries attend the GDHP. The member countries discuss and share best initiatives in healthcare that use data and technology and also share knowhow to implement them in their

by Priya Jadhav 357,147 Indian travellers visited the country from January to December 2018  Mumbai, 25 th  February 2019:   The Sultanate of Oman has recorded a 12.37% growth in Indian tourist arrivals with 357,147 travellers visiting the country from January to December 2018 vis-à-vis 317,844 in 2017 making India the second highest source market for Oman. This marks a remarkable growth of 39.4% over the last five years, as per the statistics released by Oman’s National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). The country received 1,484,063 international travelers in 2018 vis-à-vis 1,369,199 in 2017, which is significantly higher, showcasing a growth of  over 8.39% . The numbers do not include regional travelers from other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, who do not require a visa. Speaking about the incredible growth,  Ms. Lubaina Sheerazi, India Representative, Ministry of Tourism, Oman  said “2018 has been a splendid year for the Ministry of Tourism. India r