Tuesday, June 20, 2017

#InvestBefikar cause Bajaj Allianz cares


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We Indians will always remember that most influential slogan of early 90's ..... 'Jo Apanon se sachmuch karte pyar wo xyz se kaise kare inkaar .?' This line went viral cause we Indians protect our families with all our means so that they can always #JiyoBefikar. We are ready to invest big for the betterment of our family's present and future. We wish for the safety , security as well as all the comforts of our family. 
                                     

The first and foremost feature of being Indians is that we are totally Family-oriented. Our identity is 'Family First' ... everything else follows. We care so much for our family members that everything else can wait. We want this, that and the whole World for our family. The dreams , the goals of our family-members are our most important priorities. We love to assure our family members to #JiyoBefikar and enjoy life to the fullest.



We are always eager to safeguard the future of our family at any cost . Strong financial support is most necessary to nurture the family's bright future. Mere wealth creation is not enough, proper investment is crucial. We need to consider the unforeseen problems and accidental expenses which might burden our family-budget. The good news is that #BajajAllianzLifeInsurance is offering a brand-new product. This product will surely help us realize our family's long-term financial goals and solve unforeseen problems. 

It is difficult to realize long term financial goals in the fast paced, uncertain times. We can #InvestBefikar with our trusted brand #BajajAllianzLifeInsurance and get sure fire solution that provides dual benefits of protection and growth. This new product will fortify the brand’s overall product offerings and help us plan our financial planning in a worry-free manner.

Bajaj Allianz is coming up with this product on the 22nd June 2017Stay tuned with us for more updates about the Launch. You can get live updates on the brand's Twitter Handle @BajajAllianzLIC
You can also follow the brand on Facebook for more updates about the event.


#BajajAllianzLifeInsurance is a joint venture between Allianz SE, the world’s leading insurer, and Bajaj Finserv Limited. Allianz SE is a leading insurance conglomerate globally and one of the largest asset managers in the world. Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance is one of the leading private life insurance companies in India. The Company has developed insurance solutions that cater to every segment and age-income profiles. Currently, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance has a strong product portfolio with adequate flexible products to cater to all kinds of customer needs from ULIPs to Child plans, from group insurance to health insurance. The Company began its operations in 2001 and today has a pan-India presence with more than 700 branches in India. Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance has been constantly expanding its operations to be close to their customers.                                    

Thursday, June 15, 2017

Realize your Dreams with Matrikas

                                                                                       
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" Our Dreams have to bigger,
Our ambitions higher,
Our commitments deeper
& our efforts greater "



Dreaming up Big , Bold & Beautiful is our birth right as the Human Beings. Dreaming does not equate with 'Building castles in the air but having the base on the Earth ... to ascend the summit. '

How to realizes our Bright , Brilliant and Buoyant dreams with Matrikas ?
Simple. Here we go ... First let's say 'Hi' to Matrikas. Well begun is half done with Matrikas.

The name MatrikaS  is derived from the Sanskrit word for " MOTHER ". Our mothers possess powerful and positive energies. Matrikas is inspired from the creative energies, unique innovation and fantastic expression. Matrikas theme is accentuated through its refreshing range of Paper Products. It presents the premium space to stimulate our minds and creativity. The range includes exquisitely designed Diaries, Notebooks, Journals, Office stationery, high quality book making services and Social stationery (CUBE WORKS range ) , Panache Series ( Corporate stationery ) , Heal the Planet series - Environmental products that we would love to use in private as well as flaunt in public.



' The Creative Woman’s Journal ' from Matrikas is our cute confidante. Let's call it Dreamathon ( Dream + Marathon ) , cause this journal is our Picture-Perfect booster to achieve dreamy goals through power-packed plans.

Mtrikas is for the creative woman, who uses the diary to write her dreams, and explore exciting avenues
. The glorious gold-embellished picture on the cover shows what a diary is used for. To express our inner self , to write, to dream. to fly, to glide, - with a an illustration of an enchanting butterfly.


The journal consists 8 adult coloring sheets made of delightful and detailed elements inspired by nature .It has some plain sheets which can be used for coloring, shading, doodling activities as they are known to be therapeutic and stress relieving. It is a soothing exercise while delving into thoughts and indulging in daydreaming. Connecting with nature via cover-image is refreshing and elevates our mood.




This journal has sticker pages. With ideas for making lists of the dreams and aspirations, or just privately document the current mood. It encourages us to be more aware of our thoughts and this journal will serve as a nostalgic memoir, when revisited after a few years!

This journal aims to make a woman’s life full of joy. It is a reminder to stop and smell the roses. To document life’s little delights. Rest for few minutes to entertain thoughts while filling in intricate details in the coloring sheets. 

Have a look at MatrikaS Facebook page for creative inspirations

#MatrikaS
 





Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Cheers to virgin Caliente

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" Virgin ?".  " Umm ?". " Virgin, sure ?". I mumble under breath, almost apologetically. They stare unbelievably at me , as if I had just landed from Mars or Venus may be. " It's a cocktail, just a small amount of liqueur added, no harm." , the bartenders try to assure me in vain. This has become my Signature conversation whenever I go for a restaurant review, a bloggers meet or a press conference.  I stick to fresh juices or mocktails, confirming ten times that the drink is virgin.  How I wished there's some fancy , non-alcoholic option to sodas / juices .... a perfect social drink , which I could request confidently.

                                         


First thing's first and that's I hate the smell of liqueur. Secondly, I never need a drink to sink my sorrows ... ala Devdas.  Thirdly and finally, it's a story. Hold your breath and listen ...
Few years ago , I had been to Goa for the first time with 3 friends. That was my first picnic without family. I was a bit, actually hell lot of nervous. Coincidentally it was a friend's birthday, so we decided to celebrate at the famous Goan restaurant Fisherman's Cove. We ordered juices, while the birthday girl ordered Mojito. She even educated us about the proper pronunciation of the Mojito ( Mouhito ). We three got our no frill juices soon and were waiting for Mojito. Oh...what a sight when The Mojito ... arrived dressed up / garnished with lime slices and fresh sprig of mint. We went click ... click ... some more CLICKs to do justice to its Designer glory. 


To cut a long story short, as soon as our friend took few sips , her lips curled downward, nose turned upward and eyebrows shoot to infinity.  She burst ..." What the hell! This is YUCK , why it's so Bitter ?". So the waiter was called for. He confessed nonchalantly " But of course it's bitter. One of the ingredients is Rum. This is Goa. Unless and until you specifically ask for VIRGIN Mojito, we serve Cocktail Mojito".  Birthday girl suffered terrible headache and upset stomach. Our party mood was totally trashed due to that COCKTAIL. Since then I make double sure, about the ingredients of my drinks.



On this shaken & stirred background , you can very well imagine my joy , for the launch of a 100% organic, non-alcoholic, low on sugar , juice drink Caliente from Sweden. The potential greatness of Caliente is that it's first chili-infused, non-alcoholic drink giving a kick and a high.

Caliente is already present in Denmark and Norway. There is a growing demand in the Indian market for premium non-alcoholic drinks targeting urban young adults. Everything about Caliente is uber cool and non-heard of in this part of the world. The functionality and taste of chilies in combination with the Swedish exoticness … naturally it would be successful in India.










Caliente offers the TRINITY effect :
1.     Caliente has chili ( capasaicin ) , which releases endorphins in the body, makes you happy or creates feeling of happiness just like alcohol, but unlike alcohol does nothing but good to the body and for the first time something else than sugar drives a non alcoholic drink.
2.     The flavors are mix of fruits and herbs. Not too sweet… fresh fruit flavor hits the taste buds first and the delicate herb flavor is the aftertaste, which perfectly  pairs with the food made with similar herb. Caliente's lime ginger flavour pairs amazingly with Indian, Chinese, Japanese etc.
3.     Want to go long in the night drinking, serve Caliente on rocks. Ice mellows down the chili , the fruit and the herb. You get  exquisite subtle flavors on palette /tongue plus the "happy feeling". It relaxes you, enjoy it at a party,  dinner, Spa, on the go, office, poolside, beach, whether 10 in the morning or 10 in the night. The drink is just all place friendly.


                                      ' Just Chill with Chili Caliente '

Friday, June 9, 2017

Retail Jeweller India Awards RJIA 2017 Grand Jury Meet

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The 13 th Annual Gemfields Retail Jeweller India Awards 2017 

Grand Jury Meet Announced India’s Top Nominated Elite Jewellers


                                                                        
The simple Solitaire ring boasting a single diamond may outshine a Diamond cluster necklace with the adroit craftsmanship of an excellent jewellery designer. Yes, that's the power of an ace designer. The aesthetic idea , theme and the final creation of an eye-candy jewellery-piece accentuates equally with the Jewel and the Designer. Naturally, the appreciation of both, the creator ( Jeweller ) and the creation ( Jewellery ) is utmost essential as well as important .
                             
                                              
 The 13 th Annual Gemfields Retail Jeweller India Awards 2017 famous as Oscars of the jewellery industry, held the GRAND JURY MEET showcasing India’s top nominated jewellery creations at Jade Ballroom, Sahara Star, Mumbai. At the Grand Jury Meet, a panel of eminent jurors has unveiled top-rated unique, creative and innovative designs from some of the most reputable jewellery houses across the country.

                    

 After 2 rounds of rigorous selection over 268 world class-precious jewellery designs across 17 categories including 5 new categories, the selected designs were displayed for physical round of judging by the Grand Jury to announce the final nominees. The pieces displayed at the ‘Grand Jury Meet’ have been screened through a rigorous 2-tier selection process that includes initial screening (for adherence to entry guidelines) by IMRB, process auditors for the awards, followed by an online judging by the jury for each category.


The Jury Panel included Michelle Poonawalla (Director, Poonawalla Group of Engineering Companies), Nawaz Modi Singhania (Fitness and Lifestyle Expert and Artist), Namrata Baruwa Shroff (Interior Architect), Schauna Chauhan Saluja (CEO, Parle Agro Pvt. Ltd.) and Sangeeta Bijlani (Actor, Businesswoman and Former Miss India).

    

Speaking on Grand Jury Meet Soma Bhatta, Editor, The Retail Jeweller said, “Every year we receive an overwhelming response for the RJIA. Never in the past, however, have we revealed the names of the final nominees on the very day of the judging. This is because the score-assessment process is time-intensive. This time around, we have worked with IMRB and devised a new process to make an early reveal possible.” 


There is no bigger or more attractive consumer segment in today's market than the millennials. Recognizing this, last year RJIA 2016 introduced The Jewellery Buff’s Choice Award, to honour the finest design achievements of the year aimed at discerning young consumers. 

                     
   
RJIA 2017 with the support of bold and ambitious young achievers and youth icons including actors Sayani Gupta , Shriya Pilgaonkar and Ruhi Singh. These special jurors have selected the best of the best bridal jewellery that is, one supreme award-winning design from the nominations across four bridal categories finalised by the jury members. 

        

And to make it more exciting, for the first time in the history of these Awards, the final nominees will be announced during the Grand Jury Meet. However, the winners will be disclosed on the grand finale night in Mumbai on the 29th of July.


Spectacular highlight of the Gemfields Retail Jeweller India Awards 2017 was the introduction of five new jewellery categories :
 9 to 5 Jewellery - daily work wear jewellery
 Revival Style Design - modern rendition of old jewellery styles
 Men's Jewellery - exclusive men’s earrings, ring, chains, etc.
 Modular Jewellery - single pieces that dismantle to form different pieces of jewellery
 Precious Colored Gemstone Jewellery - exclusive ruby, emerald and sapphire jewellery

                       

RJIA has always endeavored to set the highest industry benchmarks for design innovation, while responding to emerging market trends. The five new categories reflect the incredible changes in the way that consumers today strategise their jewellery purchases. They want, and demand, jewellery that is tasteful and fashionable, yet multi-functional and adapted to everyday wear.


According to Rupak Sen, Director Marketing & Sales, Asia & Middle East, Gemfields, “The Retail Jeweller India Awards (RJIA) is a unique initiative honoring the best in the retail jewellery industry. Since its inception, RJIA is the most prestigious and sought-after awards for the Indian retail jewellery industry. Since both Gemfields and RJIA thrive for the best and provide the right platform to the industry, we mutually decided to get associated with each other.”



According to Vaishali Banerjee, Managing Director India, Platinum Guild International, "Precious jewellery is anchored in strong emotional values and supreme beauty delivered both through the precious metals/stones and design. From high fashion to luxury to high end technology brands, design has been redefined by innovation and cutting edge concepts. A platform such as the Retail Jeweller Awards gives our industry the momentum that is required to put even more rigour in the pursuit of design excellence."


According to Shirin Bandukwalla, Director, Solitaire Gemmological Laboratories, "SGL is happy to be associated with a platform like RJIA which identifies and acknowledges the creative doers of the jewellery industry."




 Introducing The #GrandJury of 13th Annual Gemfields Retail Jeweller India Awards 2017 in association with Platinum Guild International (Platinum Evara) and Solitaire Gemmological Laboratories -
#NawazModiSinghania (Fitness and Lifestyle Expert and Artist)
#MichellePoonawalla (Director, Poonawalla Group of Engineering Companies)
#SchaunaChauhanSaluja (C.E.O. of Parle Agro Pvt. Ltd.) 
#SangeetaBijlani (Actor) #NamrataVShroff (Interior Architect) 
#NanditaMahtani (Fashion Designer). 
They will be judging India's top 260 Finalist Designs exhibiting the creative brilliance of India's Elite Retail Jewellers!




Retail Jeweller India Awards was established in 2005 with the mission to take the US $30 billion Retail Jewellery industry forward by creating a platform for the best work of the industry in fields of design, retail and marketing. Also, known as India’s Oscars for the Retail jewellery industry and the only business awards specifically for retail jewellers in the country of 3 lakh retail jewellers. With reputable jury, IMRB as the process auditors, the awards are the country’s premier and most authoritative national competition. Retail Jeweller Magazine, is a specialized bi-monthly business magazine read by top jewellery retailers across 415 cities of India. Delivering focused communication for 48,000 HNI readers its a dependable and reliable source for industry happenings and developments.


Gemfields (India) Private Limited, founded in 2005 is an AIM-listed multinational natural resources company headquartered in London. The group owns the Kagem emerald mine in Zambia and the Montepuez ruby deposit in Mozambique. Gemfields produces around 25% of the world’s emerald supply and 70% of the world's ruby supply.

Platinum Guild International is a worldwide organisation dedicated to developing demand and building an enduring commitment to platinum in jewellery. PGI invests in developing and training its people and expects them to live the values of the organization. With its head office in Hong Kong, PGI operates in India, China, USA and Japan.