- After two-decade gap Suu Kyi set for US return
Democracy champion Aung San Suu Kyi leaves Myanmar on Sunday for her first visit in two decades to the United States, where she will be garlanded by supporters keen to discuss the progress of reforms in the former junta-ruled nation.
The Nobel laureate, who was elected to parliament this year, will travel to Washington to meet US President Barack Obama whose government has been at the forefront of Western re-engagement with the long-time military dominated country.She will also be showered in awards including the Congressional Gold Medal, the top honour bestowed by the US Congress, and meet Burmese diaspora groups as far apart as New York and San Francisco.During her near three-week trip Suu Kyi is likely to be quizzed about reforms that have seen Myanmar take tentative steps onto the global stage after decades under a secretive military regime."I think Daw Suu can talk at least about the reforms situation in Myanmar. She will get this opportunity," Nyan Win, a spokesman for Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy party said, using a common honorific for the Nobel laureate.The opposition leader will travel with just three other people, he added, and is expected to arrive in Washington tomorrow.Despite the predicted red carpet welcome her visit is laced with potential political trouble.Suu Kyi's stay coincides with that of Myanmar's President Thein Sein, who is due in the US later in the month to attend the United Nations General Assembly.The 67-year-old could also face tricky questions on the treatment of stateless Rohingya Muslims after a wave of deadly communal violence in western Myanmar.Suu Kyi has remained cautious in her comments about the group, who many in Myanmar believe are foreigners and therefore not entitled to citizenship.Last week the US embassy in Yangon expressed its "great concern" at the humanitarian situation in Rakhine state. -
In Portugal, over one lakh people took to the streets of Lisbon and other Portuguese cities to protest against fresh austerity measures recently announced by the centre-right government.
With banners reading "Stop social terrorism" and "Soon the State will steal from the dead," the protesters were up in arms over the latest austerity measures announced a week ago by the government, as it struggles to meet its economic targets.Portugal has already cut public sector wages and raised taxes to reduce its budget deficit and deal with its economic crisis.The country agreed a 78bn-euro bailout deal and recently passed the latest review of its spending cuts.Earlier on Tuesday, Portugal won a reprieve from its creditors, when the EU and IMF agreed to relax Portugal's deficit targets for 2012 and 2013, rewarding the Portuguese for pushing through reforms.Similar protests were also held in Spain's capital Madrid where public sector workers from all over the country blocked the capital's Plaza de Colon square and nearby roads.0Add a comment
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The government on Friday approved foreign investment of up to 49 percent in the power trading exchanges in the country.The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has decided to permit foreign investment up to 49 percent in Power Trading Exchanges in compliance with SEBI Regulations; Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Power Market) Regulations, 2010, Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma said after the Cabinet meeting in New Delhi on Friday.
Of this, total Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) should not exceed 26 percent while investment by Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) should be restricted to 23 percent of the paid-up capital.
Currently, there are two exchanges in the country namely Power Exchange India and Indian Energy Exchange.
"FII investments would be permitted under the automatic route and FDI would be permitted under the government approval route," he said.
This is subject to the conditions that FII purchases shall be restricted to secondary market only, and no non-resident investor or entity, including persons acting in concert, holding more than 5 percent of the equity in these companies, he added.The approval is expected to strengthen the power trading exchanges and to enhance the availability of power, as well as improve its distribution for inclusive development.In view of the functions they perform, as also their utility in the transfer of power from surplus to deficit areas, these exchanges need to be promoted, through greater investment and latest technology, Sharma said.Introduction of global best practices, concomitant with the induction of FDI, is expected to lead to higher service standards in power trading exchanges, he said.
As per existing policy, he said, FDI up to 100 percent, under the automatic route, is permitted in the power sector (except atomic energy).The existing policy includes generation, transmission and distribution of electricity as well as power trading, subject to the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, Sharma added.
He said, however, there is no specific dispensation under FDI policy for power trading exchanges.The existing FDI policy permits foreign investment, up to 49 percent (FDI & FII) in infrastructure companies in securities markets, namely, stock exchanges, depositories and clearing corporations, in compliance with SEBI Regulations.
Of this, the FDI limit is 26 percent while FII investment is limited to 23 percent of the paid-up capital. While FII investment is on the automatic route, FDI is allowed under the government approval route.
Foreign investment in commodity exchanges is also allowed on the same lines. Power trading is the purchase of electricity for resale thereof.A power trading exchange provides an organised platform for fair, neutral, efficient and robust price discovery; extensive and quick price dissemination; and price risk management for the generators, distributors, traders, consumers and other stakeholders in the power sector.
Power trading exchanges are transparent electronic platforms which help promote competition in power markets. Such exchanges are in a nascent stage of development in India, Sharma said.
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New Delhi, September 15: Smriti Mehra moved to the top of the Hero-WGAI Order of Merit for the first time this season, with her second win of the year.The 40-year-old veteran who won the first-ever women’s pro event in Srinagar earlier this week now has Rs. 4,89,000 from four events, of which she has won two and finished third and fourth in other two.Smriti is trailed by Rookie Vani Kapoor, who also crossed the Rs. 4 lakh mark and has Rs. 4,11,000. Vani was leading the list after the third leg, which she won in Bengaluru.Nalini Singh Siwach, still looking for her first win this season, is third with Rs. 3,66,750 and Sharmila Nicollet, who has played only two events is fourth. Sharmila won the opening event, finished second in the next and skipped the next two as she traveled to Europe for the Ladies European Tour.Neha Tripathi completes the top-five with earnings of Rs. 2,66,500.The Hero-WGAI 2012 Tour will have 12 events with Rs. 70 lakhs in total prize purse.The fifth leg of the Hero-WGAI Tour will be held from September 19 at the DLF Golf and Country Club.Hero-WGAI Order of Merit (after 4 events)1 Smriti Mehra Rs. 4890002 Vani Kapoor Rs. 4110003 Nalini Singh (Siwach) Rs. 3667504 Sharmila Nicollet Rs. 3525005 Neha Tripathi Rs. 2665006 Saaniya Sharma Rs. 2097507 Shraddhanjali Singh Rs. 1637508 Ankita Tiwana Rs. 1255009 Preetinder Kaur Rs. 8725010 Pallavi Jain Rs. 762500
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The Bharat Vyapar Bandh called by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on 20th September, 2012 in protest against FDI in Retail has evoked good response from all over the Country. Nearly 10 thousand Trade Federations & Associations are expected to participate in the Bharat Vyapar Bandh.The traders have sought support to their Bharat Vyapar Bandh from all political parties and organisations of farmers,transporters,labourers,employees and other sections of the people who are dependent upon retail trade for their livelihood. The FDI in retail will create un-even level playing field in the country which will be tilting towards the MNCs and will prove to be a nightmare for trade and consumers.The Trade leaders demanded that Govt should withdraw the permission of FDI in Retail & constitute a Joint Committee of all stakes holders to make indepth study of the Retail Trade & to look into the recommondations of parliamentry standing committee.CAIT National president B.C. Bhartia & National Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal questioned the need of FDI in Retail Trade. The Indian retail sector which is being successfully run by the indiginious capital is registering an annual growth of about 15% p.a. and contributing nearly 10% to the GDP has an impressive track record and therefore no foreign investment is required. The shortcomings on the infrastructure front is purely a failure of the Government and for such a failure the small traders can not be made scapegoat who has a fear of being wiped out once the MNC’s begin their operations in India simply of the reason that they operate on predatory pricing policy to wipe out the competition. They will compete with each other as they are doing in other countries. When in controlling situtation they also choke free supply of merchandise as they play refree and decide what products should go to consumers and what not. The dictum “ When Elephants fight, the ground below gets trampted” will prove true.The foreign retailers can open in big cities. But they will source from mandis across rural India and small towns. With their money power, over time, they can corner the supply of produce and dominate the sourcing side. This will devastate the Indian trade in rural and small towns. If Gangotri is cornered, then the water supply in the plains will not be there. This is what the government is permitting. Competition is not only at retail. It will be at source of supply. PLEASE NOTE THAT 50% OF RURAL ECONOMY IN INDIA IS SERVICES, AND A MAJOR PART OF THAT IS TRADE, BOTH WHOLESALE AND RETAIL. This will be devastated.0
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15th September, Bangalore: The 3rd edition of Touché Golf League 2012 will kick off at the Kensville Golf Club in Ahmedabad on Monday. This is the first leg of the West zone and from here the team championship event will be played in Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata and Mumbai, while the final round would take place in Bangkok in December.Touché Golf League 2012 (TGL) is a team championship event that will see ‘Gangs’ of golfers fighting the Infantry Rounds in 6 cities across India comprising 8 Citadels. The battle continues to the Cavalry Round and finally culminates in the Gladiator Round. TGL brings together Gangs or Groups of Golfers onto a common platform to compete against each other to be crowned the ‘Best Golf Gang in India’.Gangs have registered themselves by submitting their ‘Gang Name’ with a list of 10 PLAYERS who will form their Gang Roster. The Gangs will first compete against other in their respective Citadel within the City at one golf course in a 36 HOLES STROKE PLAY ROUND (50% Cut applied after 18 Holes).The WINNER GANG from each Citadel will qualify to play in the CAVALRY ROUND at Bangalore, which will be played in two rounds. First Round will be a 18-HOLE STROKE-PLAY ROUND. All the Gangs will then be seeded based on their performance from 1 to 8. They will then be placed in TWO (2) designated PLAYOFF BRACKET, to compete in a 18-HOLE MATCH PLAY ROUND. The TWO WINNING TEAMS (representing the BRACKETS) will then compete in the National Finals, the GLADIATOR ROUND.Rathan Kumar, Managing Director, Touché Golf Sports Pvt. Ltd. said, “It’s my pleasure to announce the 3rd edition of TGL 2012 and an increased number of participants this year. From 1536 to 1600, the League will witness more participants and would travel to more cities. The passion of all the players is a delight for Touché administration and it keeps inspiring us to conduct the tournament in a professional way. “0
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UN chief strongly condemns 'hateful' anti-Islam film
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon strongly condemned a controversial film deemed offensive to Islam that has sparked anti-American protests across the Middle East, saying the "hateful" film appears to be a deliberate attempt to cause bloodshed.
Ban also stressed that there is no justification for the attacks and killings that are being perpetrated across Libya, Egypt, Yemen and other parts of the Middle East in the name of protests over the film made by an Israeli-American.The UN Secretary-General "condemns the hateful film that appears to have been deliberately designed to sow bigotry and bloodshed," a statement issued by Ban's spokesperson."Nothing justifies such killings and attacks," it said.The statement issued on Thursday said Ban is "deeply disturbed" by the violence in Libya and across the Middle East and calls for calm and restraint at this time of rising tensions.He stressed on the need for dialogue, mutual respect and understanding.The protesters in Libya attacked the US consulate building in the city of Benghazi on Tuesday, killing American ambassador and three other consulate staff.The protests have spread to Egypt, Yemen, Tunisia, Iraq and other countries.The Security Council had earlier condemned the violence stressing the need to bring the perpetrators of the Benghazi attack to justice.The 15-nation body said such acts of violence are "unjustifiable" regardless of the motive and who commits them.UN High Representative Jorge Sampaio sent a letter to US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton saying persistence of a climate of intolerance and the alarming increase across Middle East in acts of discrimination and violence based on religion are of great concern.0Add a comment
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CPI condemns the steep hike of the diesel prices by the Government of India. This hike will have bearing on prices rise of all essential commodities, food grains, and public transport and make the life of the people more miserable. As they did in petrol excise tax should reduce on diesel also to rollback the increased prices on diesel. CPI also condemns the limiting the supply of cooking gas to six cylinders in a year and increasing the price of cylinders of hundred percent on every extra cylinder. This reflects the insensitiveness of the Government to the problems of the people. The increase of price of the gas will have a disaster effect on rural and urban poor. CPI calls upon the people and the party units to organize protest actions throughout the Country against the price rises of the diesel and cooking gas.
Suravaram Sudhakara Reddy,General Secretary, CPI.0Add a comment
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UPA allies, Oppn parties seek rollback of diesel price hike
Making a strong pitch for immediate rollback of hike in diesel price, UPA allies and opposition parties have threatened to take to the streets with Samajwadi Party saying it will not hesitate to take stern steps.
While the Congress party termed the government's decision as one forced upon it due to rise in international crude oil prices, a Congress Chief Minister demanded a partial rollback.Terming the step as undemocratic, Samajwadi Party general secretary Naresh Agarwal, whose party is supporting the UPA government from outside, said his party "has never and will never support this government on the issue of price rise. If need be we will not hesitate to take any kind of stern steps."He said, "We will oppose this hike and take to the streets."UPA ally and Trinamool Congress has opposed the diesel price increase and curb on purchase of subsidised cooking gas cylinders and its chief Mamata Banerjee is set to lead a street rally in Kolkata on Saturday demanding their rollback.DMK, another UPA ally, has termed the price hike as very high and unexpected and sought a rollback.RJD supremo Lalu Prasad, who party supports the UPA, said that the government's decision was unfortunate and sought its reconsideration while BSP chief Mayawati demanded immediate rollback of the anti-people decision.Describing the move as a cruel joke and mortal blow on the common man and farmers, BJP has accused the government of conspiring with petrol 'mafia' and said it will not allow the hike and take to the streets instead.Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar flayed the Centre for steep hike and restricting the annual supply of LPG cylinders and said that the latter has inflicted a cruel joke on the people who are reeling under the price rise and inflation.Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, who heads Congress-led UDF government, said, "If it is difficult to completely roll back the increase, the Centre should at least reduce the hike."The government on Thursday hiked diesel price by Rs 5.63 per litre and capped supply of subsidised LPG to 6 cylinders per household in a year.Congress spokesperson Rashid Alvi said since international prices of crude oil had risen, the "government has been forced to take such a step".BJP leader M Venkaiah Naidu said the restriction on LPG cylinder will have a minimum burden of Rs 750 every month on each family."The government it seems has become careless and adopted a 'we don't care' approach towards people," he said, adding that the government's slogan given before the polls of Congress' hand with the common man now seems to have become "Congress' hand is a betrayal with the people".Mamata said in Kolkata, "We are unhappy and astonished that inspite of the formation of the UPA coordination committee after a long time, such a decision was taken without consulting us," DMK chief M Karunanidhi said in Chennai the hike would further affect the poor and the salaried class who are already reeling under high prices of essential items.He said his party was not consulted by the Centre on the issue.Demanding a rollback, the Left said it will discuss with other political parties the issue of launching a powerful movement against the hike and also took the opportunity to attack Trinamool Congress for its "hypocrisy and double standards".CPI(M) General Secretary Prakash Karat said both the diesel price hike and LPG restriction will hit the common people and said his party will strongly protest the move.Charging the Centre with lacking economic ideas to tackle the fuel price hike, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa demanded immediate rollback of diesel price and the ceiling on supply of subsidised cylinders.In Bhubaneshwar, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik termed the diesel hike and restriction on LPG cylinders as a breakdown of the Centre's economic policies and demanded immediate rollback of the decision.0Add a comment
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Datawind launches 4 New Tablets in the Ubislate series· Showcasing at the Mobile and Tablet Fair-ICOMM 2012 on 14-15 September 2012!· 7 Inch Multi-Touch Tablet cum Smartphone embedded with latest android version, over 150,000 apps, widgets, connectivity options and lot more……..!New Delhi, 14 September, 2012: Datawind, a leading provider of wireless web access products and services rolled out a new line of Low-Cost tablets under the Ubislate range.“The new range of Ubislate Tablets is packed with anytime anywhere Low-Cost Internet connectivity, UbiSurfer browser based on 18 international patents that can deliver internet access on traditional GPRS networks and a powerful combination of content and applications raising the bar in terms of meeting customers’ mobility needs. These tablets are of the gold standard when it comes to low - cost tablet cum Smart phone space being offered at an exciting price to our customers,” said Mr. Suneet Singh Tuli, CEO, Datawind Pvt. Ltd.This brand new Ubislate range comes with a sleek look and enhanced hardware specifications. These Lightweight tablets will support smart phone communication, internet access, tablet computing and multimedia entertainment.The 7” screen tablets support the latest Android 4.0.3 operating system that delivers a rich and much smother touch-screen user experience. With a Cortex A8, 1 GHz processor and 512MB RAM, these devices will deliver high speed surfing experience to its users. The embedded HD video co-processor delivers high quality video content making it a perfect multimedia device.“With the upwardly mobile workforce, hands-free communication has become extremely important. Our tablets are the most durable offerings under the Ubislate umbrella. Features like HD video, great sound quality, touch screen, high speed processor, USB port, camera, G-Sensor with a long battery life are a complete value for money option for our customers,” stated Mr. Tuli.Specification Sheet –Model NoUbiSlate 7RiUbiSlate 7R+UbiSlate 7CiUbiSlate 7C+TypeTabletSmartphone TabletTabletSmartphone TabletTouch PanelResistiveResistiveCapacitiveCapacitiveProcessorCortex A8; 1GhzCortex A8; 1GhzCortex A8; 1GhzCortex A8; 1GhzRAM512MB512MB512MB512MBDisplay and resolution:7” display with 800x480 pixel resolution7” display with 800x480 pixel resolution7” display with 800x480 pixel resolution7” display with 800x480 pixel resolutionFlash4GB4GB4GB4GBAndroid OS4.0.34.0.34.0.34.0.3CameraFront - VGAFront - VGAFront - VGAFront - VGASensorG-SensorG-SensorG-SensorG-SensorPortsMicro SD & Mini-USBMicro SD & Mini-USBMicro SD & Mini-USBMicro SD & Mini-USBNetworkWiFiWiFi & GPRSWiFiWiFi & GPRSPower and Battery LifeUp to 180 minutes on battery. AC adapter 200-240 volt range3200 MHz battery (claimed to offer 3-4 hours of backup)Up to 180 minutes on battery. AC adapter 200-240 volt range3200 MHz battery (claimed to offer 3-4 hours of backup)AudioAudio out: 3.5mm jack / Audio in: 3.5mm jack3.5mm jack / audio in: 3.5mm jackAudio out: 3.5mm jack3.5mm jack / audio in: 3.5mm jackStorageExternal 2GB to 32GB Supported*All models are Safety and other standards compliance and Ce certification / rohs certified.In India the devices will offer unlimited web-browsing using DataWind’s breakthrough web delivery platform for under Rs.100/month on traditional mobile networks.The UbiSlate 7Ri, UbiSlate 7R+, UbiSlate 7Ci, UbiSlate 7C+ models will be all available at MRPs Ranging from Rs.2, 999 to Rs.4, 499.0Add a comment
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Govt allows 51 pc FDI in multi-brand retail
The Cabinet on Friday decided to operationalise 51 percent FDI in multi-brand retail but left it to the state governments to allow setting up of such stores.
It has also tweaked the sourcing norms for FDI exceeding 50 percent in single brand retail, requiring foreign firms, which want a relaxation of the 30 percent procurement norms, to set up manufacturing facilities in the country.After considering various aspects and discussions with various stakeholders and states, it has been decided to go ahead with the decision to allow 51 percent FDI in multi-brand retail, Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma told reporters after the Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in New Delhi on Friday."The response has been a mixed one but the UPA had tried to evolve a consensus," he said.The cabinet had in November last year approved 51 percent FDI in multi-brand retail but had to put it on hold due to opposition from political parties, including UPA ally Trinamool Congress.Sharma also reiterated that foreign retailers planning to enter the multi-brand segment would have to invest a minimum of USD 100 million with 50 percent of it in rural areas.The Minister said the firms will also have to source 30 percent of their products from Micro and Small & Medium Enterprises where FDI is 51 percent and above.Under the norms, 50 percent of total investment will have to be invested in 'backend infrastructure' within three years of the induction of FDI."As far as the urban areas are concerned, they will be allowed to open stores only in cities with a population of more than one million, while in the case of hilly states, it will be up to the respective state governments," Sharma added.For single brand, the Cabinet decided that any firm seeking waiver of the mandatory 30 percent local sourcing norms would have to set up a manufacturing facility in the country, the minister added.This will help, in particular, foreign watch makers and textile manufacturers who want to enter India on their own, he added.Swedish retailer IKEA, which planned to invest Rs 10,500 crore in India, had sought relaxations in clauses related to the 30 percent sourcing norms from small and medium units.In November last year the government approved 51 percent FDI in multi-brand but was put on hold. The notification for implementation of the decision is expected by the end of this month.The decision paves way for global retail giants WalMart, Carrefour and Tesco to open retail stores in India under their own brands.At present WalMart has a 50:50 cash and carry joint venture with Bharti Group, while Carrefour runs wholesale stores.Tesco, on the other hand has a tie-up with the Tata group and supports the Indian firm in the running of Star Bazaar chain of retail outlets.Welcoming the development, Future Group founder and CEO Kishore Biyani said: "FDI in multi brand retail is a welcome step. It will help in creation of more job. People will realise it is a win-win for all".Expressing similar views, Bharti Enterprises Vice Chairman and Managing Director Rajan Bharti Mittal said: "This is a landmark decision in India's economic reforms process. Development of organised retail in India will bring immense benefits to stakeholders across the value chain - from farmers to small manufacturers and above all to consumer".Ernst & Young Partner Paresh Parekh said the move is one of the boldest steps and both global and domestic retailers will be going back to drawing boards to explore joint ventures.1View comments
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CCEA approves disinvestment in 4 PSUs, to raise Rs 15,000 crThe government on Friday approved sale of its minority stakes in four public sector firms -- Hindustan Copper, Oil India, MMTC and Nalco-- to raise up to Rs 15,000 crore.The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has, however, not taken any decision on disinvestment of Neyveli Lignite, that was also on the agenda.The government has approved the proposal to sell 10 percent stake in Oil India Ltd and another 9.59 percent disinvestment in Hindustan Copper Ltd, sources said.Further, the CCEA also cleared the proposal of 12.15 percent stake sale of Nalco and 9.33 percent in MMTC through Offer for Sale (OFS) route.However, the 5 percent stake sale of Neyveli Lignite was not taken up by the CCEA, sources added.Finance Minister P Chidambaram had last month asked officials to expedite the process of disinvestment so that state-owned companies could hit stock markets in time and help the government achieve the target of Rs 30,000 crore in the current fiscal.Although five months have passed in the current fiscal, the government has not been able to come out with a single public issue. Raising adequate funds from disinvestment was necessary to keep in check the fiscal deficit which is facing pressure due to rising food, fuel and fertiliser subsidy bills.The government earlier deferred the initial public offer (IPO) of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL) due to weak stock market conditions. The Rs 2,500-crore RINL issue was originally proposed to hit the markets in July.Due to uncertain market conditions, the government in the last fiscal could raise only Rs 14,000 crore from disinvestment against the target of Rs 40,000 crore.(DD-14.9)0Add a comment
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Global Foundation for Civilizational Harmony (India)Cordially Invites You To ASYMPOSIUMOnPLIGHT OF RELIGIOUS MINORITIES IN PAKISTANSaturday, 15th September, 2012 at 3:00 pmVenue: Plenary Hall, Indian Law Institute, Bhagwan Dass Road,(Opp. Supreme Court of India) New Delhi - 110 001Chief Guest:Shri Vijai KapoorFormer Lt. Governor, DelhiDr. Ravindra Nagar (Chief Acharya, Birla Mandir)Syed Babar Ashraf (Gen. Secy, All India Ulama & Mashaikh Board)Maulana Mohd. Ali Mohsin Thuvi (Imam, Shia Jama Masjid, Delhi)Very. Rev Mskariah Ramban (Secretary, Delhi Diocese of Orthodax Church)Rabbi Ezekiel Isaac Malekar (Delhi Jewish Synagogue)Dr. A K Merchant (National Trustee, Lotus Temple)Shri Vivek Goyal (Advocate, Supreme Court of India)Moderator:Prof. (Dr.) Madan Mohan VermaPresident, Inter Faith FoundationK. G. Suresh(Director) www.gfchindia.com9818617350 indiagfch@gmail.com0Add a comment
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VUCLIP TO SPEAK AT AD:TECH BANGALORE 2012Bangalore, 13 September, 2012: Vuclip, the world’s largest independent mobile video service, has been invited to speak at the upcoming edition of ad:tech, the world's no.1 interactive advertising and technology conference and exhibition. Vuclip’s Vice President and Head of Advertising, APAC and Middle East, Meera Chopra, will be speaking at the morning panel session titled Integrated Video Planning, along with Ravi Kiran, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Friends of Ambition and Co-Founder, VentureNursery; comScore Inc.’s Vice President - Southeast Asia, Joe Nguyen; Kiran Gopinath, Founder and CEO, Ozone Media Solutions; and Lk Gupta, CMO, LG Electronics India.The event, to be held at India's own Silicon Valley, Bangalore, on Thursday, September 27 at Sheraton, is being organized by Networkplay Media Pvt. Ltd. in partnership with dmg::events, and aims to “bring together marketing giants with technology geniuses.”With a boom in mobile video consumption and with the emergence of multiple screens, brands and advertisers often find it perplexing to decide the most suitable placement avenues for their video content to reach the right audience. The panel session will explore today’s video consumption habits and delve into video planning to help the delegates know where to spend, how to measure and how to position their brand effectively through videos. It will also deliberate on how to make video assets work seamlessly across mobile, web and TV, and will try to find the mantra for successfully balancing pure digital media buys with a more traditional TV spend.The increased mobile and web connectivity and the fast growing internet population in India have paved the way for a digital explosion. There is a growing trend of using internet through mobile devices rather than personal computers. As per Kleiner Perkins Caufield Byers (KPCB), global mobile traffic is growing rapidly to 10% of the total internet traffic. KPCB research also reveals that, in India, mobile internet usage surpassed desktop internet usage in May 2012. In spite of this phenomenal rise in global mobile internet penetration, there were only 953 M Smartphone subscriptions as against 6.1 B global mobile phone subscriptions by the end of 2011, according to Morgan Stanley Research.Says Meera, “While last year, we were still hearing people talking about the next mobile advertising revolution, it is exciting to see how the industry is embracing it so quickly now. In just over six months since the last ad:tech in Delhi, we are seeing a very positive uptake among Indian brands where mobile advertising is becoming an essential instead of an option. But it is imperative to note that basic feature phones still constitute a large chunk of all mobile internet users in the country. Any mobile advertising strategy is incomplete unless it reaches the bottom of the pyramid in addition to the top.”As Vuclip’s Vice President and Head of Advertising, APAC and Middle East, Meera's core responsibility is to build new partnerships with brands and advertising agencies alike, as well as strengthening existing relationships. Prior to joining Vuclip, Meera was the National Sales Head with Times Internet Ltd. Meera has over a decade of experience in business development and corporate sales having worked with leading media houses such as Networkplay and Komli Media.Each month, Vuclip delivers over 560 million videos on as many as 5500 different mobile handsets globally. In India, Vuclip has over 14 million monthly active users. Some of the leading brands that advertise on Vuclip in India include Maruti, Sonata, Fastrack, PizzaHut and Pepsi.About VuclipFor millions of people around the world, Vuclip is an essential part of their daily lives. Vuclip serves video on-the-fly, on any device, and in any country, providing unparalleled reach for its partners. Every day Vuclip delivers more than 20 million videos to consumers in over 200 countries. Vuclip is headquartered in Milpitas, California with offices in Los Angeles, New Delhi, Mumbai, Singapore, Shenzhen and Beijing. Check out Vuclip on your phone: m.vuclip.com.0
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Dear Mr. Sagar,The World Investment Conferences, in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), with support from the Government of Rajasthan is organizing the World Investment Conference India 2012 from 7-9 October 2012 at the Jaipur Marriott Hotel, Rajasthan.Under the theme, “India’s Attractiveness on the Global FDI Map,” the conference will bring together over 300 business, government, media, academia and civil society leaders from India and abroad along with other key stakeholders of the economy at the conference to get updated on the latest investment opportunities in India’s key growth sectors.The investors you can have B2B meetings with at the WIC 2012 are :-UHY Hacker Young LLPSafranArevaEnelAlcatel LucentICBCUbisoft EntertainmentRedcliffe CapitalAdeccoBureau VeritasMacfarlane Telesystems LtdAssystemLaboratoires BongertVelcan EnergyPVL Media ConsultantsipawrldTridevi Capital LimitedBolloré GroupAvelar EnergyPierre FabreWisekeySwarovskiCarlsonCiscoPernod-RicardHolcimChevron Energy SolutionsViadéoUnigrainseMeterEurop AssistanceEuronewsSuez EnvironnementThe key session that will be discussed at WIC 2012 will focus on a wide range of topics : –· India in the New Global Reality· Understanding Indian Global Players· Young and Ambitious Indians· Role of PEs and FIs in Indian infrastructure· Healthcare Scenario 2020· India as an R&D hub· Logistics as a key driver for economy· India’s demographic dividend· Long-term growth of value-added manufacturing in IndiaAnd some of the expert panelist along with the overseas investors who will address the above mentioned sessions are :-· Mr Anil Arora, MD MJ Logistics Pvt Ltd· Ms Anupama Arya, National Chairperson, Yi & MD, Mobera Group· Mr Dileep Baid, Chairman, CII Rajasthan State Council· Mr Pierre Benham, Country Head - India operations, Pierre Fabre Group· Mr Dilip Chenoy, CEO & MD, National Skills Development Council· Dr K Ganapathy, President, Apollo Telemedicine Networking Foundation· Ms Bhairavi Jani, Director, SCA Group of Companies· Prof Prem K Kalra, Director, IIT Jodhpur· Dr A K Mukherjee, Director General, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre· Ms Chhavi Rajawat, Sarpanch, Municipal Government of Soda· Mr Ajay Shankar, Member (Secretary), National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council (NMCC), Government of India· Mr Sunand Sharma, Country President, ALSTOM India & South Asia Ltd· Dr Shubnum Singh, Dean – Nursing, Allied, Health & Wellness Programs, Max Healthcare Institute Ltd· Mr John Yates, CEO, Manipal-City & Guilds Skills Training Pvt LtdWe are writing to invite your participation to this unique conferenceYour office can confirm your participation at :- http://www.worldinvestmentconferences.com/conferences/india-2012/register.In case you are unable to participate, then do please consider nominating your senior colleagues who may benefit from this conference.We look forward to your kind confirmation and to receiving you in Jaipur.0
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Seasoned Smriti makes it look easy, wins 4th leg of Hero-WGAI by four shots
SRINAGAR, September 13: Smriti Mehra brought in all her experience to overhaul Nalini Singh Siwach and win the fourth leg of Hero-WGAI Women’s Pro Tour on Thursday. Smriti shot her second successive two-under 70 to finish with a total of 214, as against Nalini Singh’s 218 following a final round 75. It also sealed a second title of the season for Smriti.Saaniya Sharma (73) finished third at 224 and Shraddhanjali Singh (71) was fourth at 225. Vani Kapoor (76) was fifth at 226 and Neha Tripathi (78) was sixth at 227.Nalini, leading by one shot overnight, failed to land any birdies through the round. She bogeyed the third and fourth and fell behind. When Smriti birdied the fifth and then eighth, Nalini was virtually out of the race. Smriti bogeyed the 10th and Nalini bogeyed the 17th. Then Smriti ended the tournament in style with a birdie on 18th to finish at 70 and 214.Nalini was just not able to hole her putts and had only three bogeys.Saaniya had two bogeys and one birdie in her 73 as she ended third. Vani Kapoor once again disappointed with a 76 and ended fifth, while Shraddhanjali Singh (71) had a sub-par round during a week when her fortunes fluctuated wildly with rounds of 75, 79 and 71.This was the first-ever women’s professional event at the picturesque Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar and it elicited a great response and the course itself was a challenge for the golfers.Ankita Tiwana (75) and Meghna Bal (77) were tied for seventh at 232.Smriti Mehra became the first multiple winner this season, as she had also won the second leg in Bengaluru. Sharmila Nicollet won the first leg, Smriti the second and rookie Vani Kapoor took the third, before Smriti added a second title.The Hero-WGAI Tour will now arrive into the National Capital Region with next four legs will be held in the National Capital Region. The fifth leg will be held at the DLF Golf and Country Club September 19.0Add a comment
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Thailand Medical & Wellness Tourism Trade Fam Trip
2012 Highlights Country's Leadership as Health & Wellness Destination.Mumbai 13 September 2012: Nearly 90 tourism facilitators, health tourism organizations and health insurance companies from 18 countries gathered at the Centara Grand at Central World in Bangkok for the Thailand Medical & Wellness Tourism Trade Fam Trip 2012 organized by the Tourism Authority Of Thailand (TAT).TAT Governor Suraphon Svetasreni said, The Thailand Medical & Wellness Tourism Trade FAM Trip is the first trade event targeting medical tourism organizations and health insurance companies. During the first day of the event, the visiting tourism facilitators had meetings with over 110 Thai medical and wellness providers to earn about the tremendous variety and high quality of services available in the Kingdom.In addition to the meetings, the TAT also organized a 3-day trip that will provide the opportunity for those on the Fam Trip to experience Thai health and wellness providers, hospitals, spas, and specialized clinics onsite.Governor Suraphon added, Thai medical providers are well prepared and ready to expand into the global market. For example, 18 Thai hospitals have received JCI Accreditation, which is the highest number of any Asian country. In the wellness spa sector, Thailand is recognized by various international agencies as the Spa Capital of Asia.Mrs. Vilaiwan Twichasri, Deputy Governor for Tourism Business and Products for the TAT, said, "Prospective buyers visiting Thailand are interested in a wide range of medical tourism products, including wellness spas, medical spas, and especially integrated medicine and anti-aging products. Thai herbal medicines and therapy, as well as an array of Eastern medical knowledge, are also focal points for many international tourism operators, especially in the Russian market, TAT believes that this is a great opportunity for the Thai health tourism sector, since the high standards of the Thai medical profession are well-known around the worldGovernor Suraphon concluded that the Thailand Medical & Wellness Tourism Trade FAM Trip 2012 is an excellent opportunity for Thai medical providers to meet their international counterparts to help expand the market into countries such as China and Russia. In addition, the Fam Trip emphasizes Thailand reputation - in the eyes of tourism facilitators from all over the globe - as the world leader in wellness tourism and beauty.The TAT believes that the Thai health & wellness tourism sector will help generate a significant portion of the total expected national tourism revenue of two trillion Baht in 2014.
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