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Election Commission -ECI issues letter of intent for purchase of 16,15,000 VVPATs

webmaster — Mon, 24 Apr 2017 06:07:21 +0000

Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a letter of intent for purchase of 16,15,000 Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trails( VVPATs) at an estimated cost of Rs 3,173.47 crore during 2017-18 and 2018-19 from PSUs BEL and ECIL. In its letter sent to CMDs of ECIL and BEL on Friday (21st April) , the Commission has communicated its intent for purchase 8,07,500 VVPATs from each PSUs by September 2018.

These VVPATs shall be manufactured by both PSUs only as per the design approved by the Commission based on recommendation of the Technical Experts Committee on EVMs constituted by the Commission & comprising of eminent technical professors from IITs. The Commission shall closely monitor the production of VVPATs for timely delivery well before General Elections 2019.

Explaining the importance of this step , the Chief Election Commissioner Dr Nasim Zaidi said ” This will enhance transparency and uphold the voters’ right to know which party he or she has voted, thereby increasing voters’ confidence in the free & fair electoral process. ”

On 19th April, 2017, in compliance of the order of Hon’ble Supreme Court and as per the recommendation of the Election Commission of India, the Government had approved Rs 3173.47 crore for the procurement of 16,15,000 VVPATs to be used in ensuing elections and General Elections 2019.

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Being Human announces its Spring Summer 17 campaign with Salman Khan and Amy Jackson

webmaster — Mon, 10 Apr 2017 04:44:39 +0000

Being Human, the fast moving casual fashion brand has roped in British model and actress Amy Jackson, as its brand ambassador for the Spring Summer 17 campaign. The brand has already shot its Spring Summer 2017 campaign that features the gorgeous actress and the founder of Being Human clothing line, superstar actor Salman Khan. The brand was put up on a global fashion map by The Mandhana Retail Ventures Limited in 2012. Since inception the brand has made its presence all over the world with more than 500 point of sales in more than 15 countries.

Being Human’s Spring Summer 2017 campaign has been shot by renowned photographer Amit Ashar and styled by Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Ashley Rebello. On her association with Being Human Clothing, Amy Jackson said, “I am very excited to be a part of Being Human SS17 campaign. I believe in fashion that gives you comfort and confidence and Being Human defines this completely. Apart from this, the brand also supports social causes of education and healthcare which is remarkable.”

Commenting on the launch of the campaign, Manish Mandhana, Managing Director, The Mandhana Retail Ventures Ltd, the global licensee for Being Human Clothing, said, “This season, we have introduced a lot of new styles in our clothing range for both men and women. We are thrilled to have Amy Jackson on board as she is not only impeccably stylish but also extremely poised and confident. These are the qualities that are synonymous with the brand’s ethos.”

Man-of-the-masses and a proud supporter of the clothing line, Salman Khan, added “I thank all the generous people who buy Being Human clothing. Their love for the brand helps support the education and healthcare activities of the Being Human Foundation as all royalties from the sales go to the Foundation. I am grateful for your continued support and for the confidence that you have placed in us.”

The collection is designed taking cues from the latest international fashion trends from across the globe. Crafted out of fresh colors and vibrant silhouettes, the collection comprises of varied range of shirts, shorts, tees, jackets, dresses, crop tops, denims, joggers and lots more for both men and women.

The clothing brand has its presence in over 15 countries and follows a unique model wherein royalties from the sale of each garment support the education and healthcare initiatives undertaken by Being Human – The Salman Khan Foundation. Since its inception in 2012, Being Human Clothing has opened 55 exclusive stores across 40 cities internationally, including Ahmedabad, Ambala, Amritsar and Bengaluru. All combined, the company has 600 sales points, including international stores (125 in the Middle East and 75 in Europe).

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Bipasha Basu-Karan Singh Grover launch Springfit Mattresses Autograph Collection*

webmaster — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 05:54:29 +0000

If Sleeping Beauty were here today in a fairytale adventure in India, she would probably attribute her sound sleep to *Springfit Mattresses.* No wonder, the Indian brand has chosen the sultry *Bipasha Basu* and her better half *Karan Singh Grover* as the *Brand Ambassadors* of Springfit Mattresses’ and launched the *Young and Trendy Autograph Collection* along with a TVC shoot for the brand at Film City at the hands of the power couple alongside *Nitin Gupta, Executive Director, Springfield Mattresses* and *SK Malhotra, Head, Sales and Marketing* of the brand.

“Springfit is an Indian company that has a mattress for almost every budget from 20,000-250,000. If you have experienced the comfort of a five star bed, you know it is mostly Springfit. I personally love the comfort of the bed,” gushed Bipasha Basu.

Basu-launched Autograph Collection comes at the same time as the international expansion plans of the company that boasts of over one billion sales with production facilities at Coimbatore, Meerut, and Haridwar. Studies reveal that six-hours of comfortable sleep is a stressbuster keeping in mind, the current lifestyle trends. Springfit Matresses is a must for power nappers as much. “Springfit is also one of the fastest-growing and most premium mattress brands in India with 100 distributor and 2000 dealers with highly reliable quality products. It feels good when you stand for a premium brand that is responsible for us getting sound sleep in this stressful time,” adds Karan Singh Grover.

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Tetra Pak’s digital campaign takes you behind the scenes; shows what makes carton milk ‘Safe for sure’

webmaster — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 04:33:04 +0000

Tetra Pak, the world’s leading packaging and processing solutions provider, today launched a digital film ‘Safe for Sure’ to educate consumers about the technology behind a carton of milk that makes the milk safe for consumption. With a young girl at its center, the 90 second film highlights a universal trait in mothers to be doubly sure about the quality and the safety of food that the family consumes. Conceptualized and created by Webchutney, the film builds on Tetra Pak’s promise of making safe food available to everyone. The campaign drives home the message that UHT (Ultra-High Temperature) treated milk in six-layer Tetra Pak cartons is safe and needs no preservatives.

The film attempts to debunk myths such associated with carton milk and presents the real picture in an engaging format. Through a relatable and personalized scene from the daily life of a mother-daughter duo, the film provides a virtual tour of a factory showcasing the complete UHT and six layer packaging process.

Saumya Tyagi, Director Marketing- India & South Asia Markets at Tetra Pak says, “Through this film, we wish to educate consumers about the safety and benefits of carton milk. We want to showcase to the consumers, especially mothers, the process that goes behind carton milk production and bust myths such as presence of preservatives. The Tetra Pak logo on a carton should be viewed as a mark of trust, and as a sign that it is Safe, For Sure. ”

Jaideep Gokhale, Director Communications, India & South Asia Markets, Tetra Pak says, “Studies have shown that consumers, especially mothers, are very concerned about issues of food safety and perhaps do not have the knowledge or tools to make the right safe food choices. At Tetra Pak, we are committed to making food safe and available to everyone, and through campaigns like this, we intend to arm consumers with the right information on subjects like UHT milk so they can make informed choices.”

Moosa Khan, Creative Director, Dentsu Webchutney says, “Addressing the perceptual barrier against carton milk, we have leveraged Tetra Pak’s technological prowess to communicate that carton milk is safe for consumption, and contains no preservatives. Since mothers are the custodians of the family’s health, they always try to be doubly sure about everything that impacts the health and well-being of the family. And this is the insight that has driven the Safe, For Sure campaign.

https://safeforsure.in

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More than 80 years, the Levi’s® brand

webmaster — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 07:28:56 +0000

For more than 80 years, the Levi’s® brand has obsessed over women’s denim. The brand that invented the original blue jean in 1873, created the first-ever blue jean for women back in 1934 and revolutionized women’s fashion forever.

While women’s jeans have evolved substantially in the last 80 years, the women who wearLevi’s® jeans today are just as unstoppable as those pioneering women who first donned Lady Levi’s® jeans.

This International Women’s Day, Levi’s® has dedicated the month of March to celebrate theunstoppable women who have shaped their world, on their own terms. A world in which she has made choices, broken rules, refused to give up on her dreams, and survived battles that would have broken most others.

Levi’s® has journeyed the length and breadth of India to capture the stories of a few such remarkable womenand arecelebrating their achievements.

India’s first and youngest village Sarpanch with an MBA degree, Chhavi Rajawat gave up a lucrative corporate jobto reshape the face of rural Rajasthan by serving her people. SapnaBhavnani has never been one to let hurdles in her life keep her from bouncing back; she comes out stronger and more determined to winevery time. Anjali Lama has had a remarkable journey from sashaying down the ramp at one of the top events on India’s fashion calendar,tosmashing a series of glass ceilings. Despite coming from outside a typical Bollywood clique, to now being on every celebrity’s speed-dial, the success story of Tanya Ghavri has been nothing short of meteoric. Huma Qureshi has spent her career challenging all possible Bollywood norms while still emerging a winner with every powerhouse performance. Mallika Dua has been making the world funnier one tweet and Dubsmash at a time, while Dilshad Master has never let cancer keep her from accomplishing anything she set her mind to. Bandana Tewari has made her mark as a sartorial narrator of fashion from Bombay to Bali, juggling work and motherhood with style no matter what life threw at her.

It is through these women’s’ stories, and thousands more like them across the country, that Levi’s best expresses its authenticity and commitment to shaping lives on a broader canvas.

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Amitabh Bachchan Joins OnePlus as its First ‘OnePlus Star’

webmaster — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 05:18:29 +0000

OnePlus, a global mobile technology company, today welcomed Amitabh Bachchan into the OnePlus family as the first-ever OnePlus Star, a select group of distinguished OnePlus users. Association with the living legend reiterates the brand philosophy of ‘Never Settle’ and the company’s pursuit of perfection. OnePlus has always strived to deliver nothing but the best to its community and the association with Mr. Bachchan is the natural extension of the brand’s promise.

Mr. Bachchan resonates well with the brand personality of OnePlus. Mr. Bachchan is not only the finest and the most admired actor but also a person of immense credibility. Likewise, for OnePlus, the latest flagship OnePlus 3T is rated as the best smartphone based on consumer ratings on Amazon India, showcasing the love and trust placed in the brand.

Talking about this association, Pete Lau, CEO and Founder of OnePlus, said, “We are delighted to welcome Mr. Amitabh Bachchan as our brand representative in India. As the brand grows to the next level, we aim to continue to bond with our community in a more meaningful and engaging way. Our association with Mr. Bachchan will further strengthen this bond, give our users a greater sense of purpose and help the brand scale to new heights.”

Sharing his thoughts about the association, Mr. Amitabh Bachchan said, “It gives me immense pleasure to be working with the most exciting technology brand in India, OnePlus, a truly disruptive technology company known for its premium quality and craftsmanship. Being a OnePlus user myself, I am thrilled to represent the brand in India and become a part of the passionate community of OnePlus fans to take the brand legacy ahead.”

The association with Amitabh Bachchan is yet another milestone for the brand’s growth story in India. Mr. Bachchan is a great representation of the “Never Settle” spirit at OnePlus; as an iconic personality, successful actor and someone who has been instrumental in pushing the envelope in the Indian entertainment industry. Mr. Bachchan has redefined what can be done as an actor with each of his performances, something that OnePlus endeavours to achieve with every new product they launch.

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Kokuyo Camlin unveils funky stationery products for kids

webmaster — Tue, 28 Feb 2017 06:33:52 +0000

Kokuyo Camlin Ltd (formerly known as Camlin Ltd) premier and pioneer stationery and art marketer has recently launchedsome really funky and innovative products for school children. From the unique triangular plastic crayons to some other cool stationery products.Triangular Crayons!! What will they think of next?

The Camel Triangular Plastic Crayons are distinct with the triangular design shape– specially designed for kids to get a better grip. They come in attractive colors and are non-smudging – so kids do not get their hands all dirty. These crayons can be sharpened. Also they are easily washable – a huge relief for mothers with kids that scribble on any surface. Since these crayons are specially designed keeping kids in mind they are non-toxic and extremely safe for children to use.Priced at Rs.100, the Camel Triangular Plastic Crayons also has a free sharpener and an eraser.

From triangular crayons to Camel Gel Crayons Metallic – this is another funky product being introduced from the Kokuyo Camlin bouquet of products. Available in 6 assorted metallic shades; these crayons are especially useful to reproduce glittery silky effect. They come in rich and vibrant shades with superior color blending. The uniqueness of this Camel Gel Crayons Metallic is it has a unique twist mechanism to it. Another interesting feature to this Camel Gel Crayons Metallic is that by touching a wet brush you can reinvigorate the colors to almost give it a water color effect. Priced at Rs 180, this product can easily be washed off from surfaces like glass, laminated wood and tiles.Another product that mothers’ would appreciate

Another really funky stationery product launched is the Supreme Foldable Scale. The intriguing design of the scale is completely different from any normal scale you may have seen in the past. It is a multi-use and compact product which fits in your regular stationery kit without any hassle. The 30 cm foldable scale can fold to a 15 cm scale. It has a 180 degrees protractor markings and circular stencils for geometric usage. Its ease of use and remarkable ergonomic design will make it an instant delight with school kids. Priced at Rs 25 the Supreme Foldable Scale will be a prized possession for your kids

So what are you waiting for? Get your kids to experience these funky products.

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Oberoi Realty Wins Top Honours at The Customer Fest Show 2017

webmaster — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 06:24:00 +0000

Oberoi Realty, one of the leading real estate companies of India, has reaffirmed its positon as the most customer-centric realty major in the country by bagging the ‘’Best Loyalty Program in Real Estate Sector’’ at the Customer Loyalty Awards, part of The Customer Fest Show 2017. These Awards are presented by Loyalty Rewardz Management Pvt. Ltd. A leader in the loyalty management and solutions industry of India, Loyalty Rewardz, headquartered in Mumbai, has been providing Loyalty and CRM services to organisations across the country since 2006. The award highlights Oberoi Realty’s ongoing journey to provide superlative life experiences to its customers through an innovative loyalty program.

Expressing delight over the award, Ms. Reema Kundnani, Vice President, Marketing, Corporate Communications and Luxury Residential Sales, Oberoi Realty, said, “It is a proud moment for us at Oberoi Realty to be adjudged winners of this award, especially as it is for something we truly believe in. We would like to thank our esteemed customers for reposing their faith in us year on year and helping us serve them better. The Elite Club was created from a desire to build a strong and enduring relationship with our customers. The core objective of this program was to forge a deeper bond between us and our customers and help us stay connected with them. Launched in 2012, The Elite Club redefined the concept of loyalty programs by focusing not only on customer acquisition but also on continuous customer engagement. The program is constantly reinvented, to ensure customers are appreciated and rewarded for their patronage. This award is a validation of our earnest efforts and will motivate us to keep innovating further.”

Designed with the distinct Oberoi Realty advantage, The Elite Club is a three-tier membership program – Silver | Gold | Platinum; with complimentary benefits, special incentives, customised experiences and exclusive offers at each tier. Every customer who owns an apartment in any Oberoi Realty project qualifies for its membership; they can then move up the tiers through referrals. To reward customers for their patronage and trust we offer them the best experience, the program has cross-brand partnerships with premium lifestyle, hospitality, retail and luxury brands. The Elite Club has completed 5 successful years, with more than 5300 members enjoying the benefits offered to them. Oberoi Realty, one of the most trusted companies in India, was one of the pioneers of loyalty programs in the real estate sector in the country and continues to set benchmarks in the industry.

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Income Tax Department (ITD) launches Operation Clean Money

webmaster — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 10:55:17 +0000

Income Tax Department (ITD) has initiated Operation Clean Money, today. Initial phase of the operation involves e-verification of large cash deposits made during 9th November to 30th December 2016. Data analytics has been used for comparing the demonetisation data with information in ITD databases. In the first batch, around 18 lakh persons have been identified in whose case, cash transactions do not appear to be in line with the tax payer’s profile.

ITD has enabled online verification of these transactions to reduce compliance cost for the taxpayers while optimising its resources. The information in respect of these cases is being made available in the e-filing window of the PAN holder (after log in) at the portal https://incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in. The PAN holder can view the information using the link “Cash Transactions 2016” under “Compliance” section of the portal. The taxpayer will be able to submit online explanation without any need to visit Income Tax office.

Email and SMS will also be sent to the taxpayers for submitting online response on the e-filing portal. Taxpayers who are not yet registered on the e-filing portal (at https://incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in) should register by clicking on the ‘Register Yourself’ link. Registered taxpayers should verify and update their email address and mobile number on the e-filing portal to receive electronic communication.

A detailed user guide and quick reference guide is available on the portal to assist the taxpayer in submitting online response. In case of any difficulty in submitting on line response, help desk at 1800 4250 0025 may be contacted.

Data analytics will be used to select cases for verification, based on approved risk criteria. If the case is selected for verification, request for additional information and its response will also be communicated electronically. The information on the online portal will be dynamic getting updated on receipt of new information, response and data analytics.

The response of taxpayer will be assessed against available information. In case explanation of source of cash is found justified, the verification will be closed without any need to visit Income Tax Office. The verification will also be closed if the cash deposit is declared under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojna (PMGKY).

The taxpayers covered in this phase should submit their response on the portal within 10 days in order to avoid any notice from the ITD and enforcement actions under the Income-tax Act as also other applicable laws.

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Shah Rukh Khan meets Raees at the Mumbai Duty Free Store

webmaster — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 11:20:10 +0000

Mumbai Duty Free Store at T2 is once again offering its customers a chance to meet the beloved Badshah of Bollywood- Shah Rukh Khan. Mumbai Duty Free has associated with Red Chillies Entertainment to provide a quintessential Bollywood experience to the people travelling in and out from International airport (T2). One of the first ones to get a dekko of the set up was Shah Rukh Khan, who visited Mumbai Duty Free Store to promote his movie and interact with the customers.

The Mumbai Duty Free Store campaign ‘Ticket to Bollywood with Raees’ calls out to all travellers at the T2 terminal to shop for a minimum of 100 USD in order to win Raees movie merchandise and autographed posters. But it doesn’t stop here! One lucky winner gets a chance to meet Raees himself.

Talking about the association, Manishi Sanwal, MD, DFS India says, “We at Mumbai Duty Free Store (T2) always ensure that we offer our customers a novel and fun shopping experience with an extra scoop of excitement. With Raees touted to be the biggest blockbuster of 2017 and SRK fans waiting anxiously for the release, it deemed right to associate with Red Chillies Entertainment once again. We look forward to repeating the ‘Dilwale’ success through our ‘Ticket to Bollywood with Raees’ campaign. We are hopeful that travellers and fans of Bollywood will see maximum participation.”

To ensure maximum participation, DFS floor at T2 has curated a special humungous photo opportunity area. The travellers have to click a selfie in the photo area and upload it on their Facebook page tagging Mumbai Duty Free Store.

So if you are travelling abroad this January let your Bollywood side show up and shop your way to happiness!

About Mumbai Duty Free

Mumbai Duty Free is a joint venture between DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer and Flemingo International, global travel retail operator with a focus on emerging markets. The joint venture operates core concessions including Liquor & Tobacco, Perfumes & Cosmetics and food & Confectionery at Mumbai International Airport. The Joint venture also operates a specialty Indian Gourmet Store in Mumbai, and few specialty concessions (Fashion watches, Eyewear, Tumi and Ferragamo) in New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport.

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