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Wockhardt’s Habil Khorakiwala Unveils - Odyssey of Courage

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by Najuka G   The event also witnessed the launch of a unique mentoring program – School of Courage The books are available at - Relay & Crossword Stores along with Amazon, Amazon Kindle, Flipkart & Snapdeal December, 2017, Mumbai: Wockhardt’s Habil Khorakiwala unveiled his autobiography – Odyssey of Courage . The book recounts four different transformation journeys from the time he started his company and survived in the first 10 to 15 years to become an important national pharmaceutical organisation, after liberalisation established global footprints along with research initiatives and now moving forward to introduce Novel Drug through its Antibiotic Drug Discovery Programme. In the process he has built great leaders in research, in business and in manufacturing and many of them are contributing to industry’s success. The book has followed an approach of storytelling which makes it a compelling read. For practitioners of business and management, there are

Fronius India aims to double turnover by 2019

by Najuka G Mumbai,  December 2017 – Fronius India, one of India’s leading supplier of solar PV string inverters, welding equipments and battery charging systems, is aiming to double its turnover by fiscal 2019. Set up in India in 2013, the company has been improving its profitability every year while clocking exceptional growth in its year-on-year revenues.  To achieve this ambitious target in the next two years, Fronius India plans to expand their solar inverter business by entering east and central India, where they see tremendous opportunities for growth. Fronius India has already opened offices in Bangalore, Chennai, Gurgaon and Ahmedabad for its solar operations. Fronius India currently services solar clients across sectors like Manufacturing, Automotive, Hospitality, Government, Educational Institutions and Commercial. Fronius solar inverters have been successfully deployed across cities like Pune, Kolhapur, Nasik, Bangalore, Hyderabad,  New Delhi, Ranchi, to

Zirca Digital Solutions

Shortlisted for 2017-18 Cloud Awards Program International Cloud Computing Program Announces Shortlist Mumbai December 2017 – Zirca Digital Solutions is a finalist in the 2017-2018 Cloud Awards Program in the category Best SaaS (non-U.S.) platform. The cloud computing awards program celebrates excellence and innovation in the rapid-growth cloud computing market. The awarding body accepts applications worldwide, covering the US, Canada, Australasia and EMEA. Organizations of any size are accepted for consideration in the program, including those from governmental bodies, start-ups and established multinationals. In 2017-18, categories include “Best in Mobile” Cloud Solution, Best Software as a Service, Most Innovative Use of Data and Most Promising Start-Up. Neena Dasgupta, CEO  said: “For Zirca Digital, being shortlisted in the Cloud Awards in the Best SaaS  category is clear recognition of the team’s hard work and dedication to excellence and innovation. Zirca is th

Oman Tourism familiarization trip for MICE agents

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b y Najuka G Mumbai, December 2017: Mumbai & Delhi have been identified as primary markets to source MICE movements into Oman. Agents from major agencies in these markets recently witnessed Oman’s offerings as a MICE destination on a familiarization (FAM) trip conducted by the Ministry of Oman Tourism. The group consisted of 9 shortlisted agents from leading travel companies like Via.com , Goomo Orbit Corporate & Leisure Travels, Geanis Holidays Pvt Ltd., Travel Clinic, HRG India, Thomas Cook, Ambassador Express Holidays Pvt. Ltd. and Fountain Head Corporate Journeys. The group explored a completely different side of Middle East in Oman, showcasing regions amidst the desert and the sea; combined with authentic Arabian experience, rich history and culture, beauty of nature, lip-smacking cuisine, adventure activities and many hotel inspections. Highlight of the trip was their visit to the recently opened first phase of the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre

Kapil Pathare, Director VIP Clothing Ltd rendezvous with Raj Thackeray

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by Najuka G  In a brief  rendezvous  with   Raj Thackeray ,  Kapil Pathare, Director VIP Clothing Ltd.   at an event, the two dignitaries of their respective fields spoke lengths about politics & Kapil's last book   “A  Tall   Order ”. Raj Thackeray  was all praises for his author skills & requested him to write a book on politics. He also mentioned that,  Kapil  would be the best person to write about politics & dismiss all the myths about politics which prevails in people's mind. "I am more than happy to meet Raj Thackeray. He is an icon. He is one of the most prolific personalities of politics. It  was an honor to discuss politics with him & understand his vision " says Kapil. When asked about the topic of his next book, he said  " I cannot confirm anything right now. There are many topics I would like to talk about but as of now I cannot assure any particular topic "

DMICDC launches pan-India operations of Logistics Data Bank services

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Container tracking technology soon to be activated at Southern ports Krishnapatnam, Kattupalli and Ennore and new terminal of JNPT (BMCTPL)  by Najuka G New Delhi, Dec 20, 2017  - DMICDC Logistics Data Services (DLDS), a joint venture between the Government of India represented by National Industrial Corridor Development and Implementation Trust (NICDIT) and Japanese IT major NEC Corporation, has announced the launch of the pan-India operation of its Logistics Databank (LDB) Service LDB Service is a one-of-its kind Indo-Japanese technology partnership that provides easy-access single window digital visibility solution to streamline container logistics operations. After successful implementation at ports in the Western Corridor including JNPT, India’s biggest port, the service is now being expanded to three ports in Southern Corridor —Krishnapatnam, Kattuppalli and Ennore— and a new terminal of JNPT, Bharat Mumbai Container Terminal Private Limited. Shri Suresh Prabhu, Minis

LJUNGSTRÖM wins major contract to supply Air Preheaters and Gas-Gas Heaters for Obra-C and Jawaharpur, UP  

by Najuka G Mumbai, December , 2017 : LJUNGSTRÖM has been awarded a significant contract for the supply of air preheaters and gas-gas heaters to the Indian market. The contract by Doosan Power Systems India (DPSI) is for the supply and delivery of eight Ljungström® Air Preheaters and four Ljungström® Gas-Gas Heaters for the Obra-C coal-fired electrical power plant in Sonebhadra district, and for the Jawaharpur coal-fired electrical power plant in Etah district, both in Uttar Pradesh. This contract is for the two supercritical power plants, totaling 2,640 MW , in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The four 660 MW boilers at the Obra-C and Jawaharpur plants will receive the latest Ljungström® air preheater and gas-gas heater technology, totaling over 9,000 tonnes of advanced heat exchanger equipment. “This is a major win for our team in India,” said LJUNGSTRÖM President, Dave Breckinridge. “With this contract, LJUNGSTRÖM continues to demonstrate its market leading technologies,

CPhI-P-MEC India expo 2017 catapults the pharma sector to new heights

by Najuka G UBM India celebrates the industry with a dazzling array of comprehensive, path-breaking events under the India Pharma Week umbrella      -           South Asia’s largest pharma event at a glance: -           1550+ exhibitors -           An increase of 20 per cent in the number of attendees over last year -             40 countries represented -           4 days of exhibitions in 2 different venues -           Over 10 events across different parts of Mumbai in the 2 nd India Pharma Week -           Innovation Gallery, Supplier-Finder, Exhibitor Showcase, on-site entertainment: features that kept attendees engaged -           Vital thought leadership garnered from events such as Pre-Connect, Women in Pharma, and CEO Roundtable. Based on the recommendations of industry leaders, a White Paper Report is being prepared to be presented to key policy makers and visionaries. -           The 5 th edition of the I

Pet Fed 2017: India’s Biggest Pet Festival Culminates its Debut Edition in Mumbai!

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by Najuka G Mumbai, December 2017:  Our furry little friends enjoyed their much deserved dedicated days to them as Pet Fed powered by Dogsee, India’s biggest pet festival, culminated its 2 day long Mumbai edition on 17 Dec 2017, Sunday at MMRDA Grounds, BKC. The event was graced by renowned celebrities and pet lovers including Dino Morea, Ashutosh Gowariker, Minissha Lamba, Pooja Chopra, Sumona Chakravarti, Aditya Thackeray, Chunky Pandey and Tina Ahuja, to name a few. The cutest weekend of the year with 2000+ pets (dogs and cats) and 12000+ pet lovers and parents boasted of numerous activities the Security Dog Show, Good Dog Citizen Program and an Obedience Display! And if your pet got some cool tricks, Pet’s Got Talent, happening for the first time in India was the platform to show off. The pets even tried their paw at the Fashion Show and Temptation Alley. There were cash prizes in store for these activities. Indian actress Tina Ahuja judged the fashion show of

ABIL Group comes on board as Associate sponsor for FC Pune City

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by Najuka G   Pune, December 2017: - The Rajesh Wadhawan Group and Arjun Kapoor co-owned Indian Super League club FC Pune City today announced ABIL Group as the Associate Sponsor for the Indian Super League 2017-18 season. On the new partnership, FC Pune City CEO Gaurav Modwel said, “ We are delighted to announce our partnership with ABIL Groupfor the 2017-18 season of Indian Super League. To partner with a brand led by an avid sports lover creates a synergy that benefits both the sport and its followers in our region. We welcome ABIL Groupto the FC Pune City family ." Speaking about the association,ABIL GroupManaging Director, Mr. Amit Bhosale said, "We are excited to join FC Pune City this season. Today football in Pune in synonymous to FC Pune City and we are proud to be a part of their journey in making a difference as I believe in the power of sports to initiate a change in society. The club and our company both have been built on strong foundatio