 Lovikali Swu from North Town Hr Sec School and Kevilelhou Sokra from Norman Pfutsure College were crowned the Mr and Miss Chümoukedima 2024. Iiilo Zhimomi from Tetso College and Zubenthung Ngullie from Mount Mary Hr Sec School bagged 1st runners-up. The 2nd runners-up title went to Akokba and Kivikali H Chophy from St Joseph’s University. CHÜMOUKEDIMA, (MExN): Lovikali Swu from North Town Hr Sec School and Kevilelhou Sokra from Norman Pfutsure College were crowned the Mr and Miss Chümoukedima 2024. The event organized by Meraki Entertainment Nagaland at K4 Venue, the event was presented by ROYALOAK and powered by GIIT and Cryxtal Bajaj and in collaboration with IWSN Training Centre and Boditive on September 21. Iiilo Zhimomi from Tetso College and Zubenthung Ngullie from Mount Mary Hr Sec School bagged 1st runners-up. The 2nd runners-up title went to Akokba and Kivikali H Chophy from St Joseph’s University. Altogether, 29 contestants vied for the title of Mr and Miss Chümoukedima and went through three rounds— modern ethnic wear round, casual round and evening gown round. The hampers for all the winners were sponsored by Lisu Care Pure and Natural, TS Clothing, Wulu Akami, Advanced GIIT, Wisdoms Wear, TA Lifestyle, the bags. This year’s title was sponsored by ROYALOAK, IWSN Training Centre, Boditive and Ocean Hospitality. ROYALAOK also offered gift voucher worth Rs 15000 to both the winners. All the six winners received smart watch worth Rs 8000 from Advanced GIIT and free computer course and tailor. The winner of Mr and Miss Chümoukedima also received 100% scholarship from Flyway Institute for Airhostess. Achievers Academy sponsored 50% course for both the title winners. TA Lifestyle Store offered Rs 3000 gift voucher to both the winners. The three winners of Miss Chümoukedima also received new gown from Amini design. During the pageant, the evening gown wear was created by Shelli Chishi and casual designer wear by Benwang Fashion. BE YOU by Sanjeev Tamang groomed, mentored and choreographed the event. The event was hosted by Chibeni Merry and Imna Yaden as the guest artist. The show also had local artists namely Chümoukedima dance and fits studio, Gideon Kithan, Kunili Ayemi, Kito Swu, Aseno Metha and African Amakshiu.The pageant was judged by a panel consisting of Enyuh Phom, President Lemja Organization, Amini Design Proprietor, Esther T Ngullie, Grand Miss Northeast 2023, Imnasenla Rachael, Director Mr Nagaland International, Soyim Longkumer, Event Planner, White Aisle Dimapur and Educator and Shelli Chishi., Lovikali Swu, Kevilelhou Sokra crowned Mr & Miss Chümoukedima 2024 | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com |
Indian American women hotel-owners hold successful two-day conference (2024-09-23T12:38:00+05:30)
 Collage of scenes from the HerOwnership Conference held in Redondo Beach, California. PHOTO: Provided by AAHOA. Women hoteliers from across the US converged at the 2024 HerOwnership Conference mid-September, hosted by the Asian American Hotel Owners Association, AAHOA, in Redondo Beach, California. The two-day event “crafted by women for women in the hospitality industry” centered around the empowering themes of executive presence, hotel ownership, and mental health and wellness, a September 17, press release from AAHOA said. The conference was successful in terms of networking, taking leadership, and thriving in an industry where women’s voices were critical, the organization said. Some 300 people attended the event, which marked the third annual HerOwnership Conference for AAHOA. “The hospitality industry stands out because women comprise most of the workforce,” AAHOA Chairman Miraj S. Patel is quoted saying in the press release. “They are not only the backbone of our families but also our industry and association.” According to AAHOA, women make up about 40% of its membership today. And AAHOA owns more than 50 percent of the hospitality industry in the country. “As we celebrate our 35th anniversary and reflect on the work and growth, we see how women members have played a crucial role in our association’s development and success,” Miraj Patel added. Keynote speakers included Neeti Dewan, author, speaker, and CEO, who spoke on “Mindset Makeover: Personal and Business Growth Strategies of Top Women Hoteliers.” Raji Brar, co-founder of The Bakersfield Sikh Women’s Association and chief operating officer of Countryside, spoke on “Building Bridges: The Power of Women in Political Engagement.” The event featured breakout sessions covering each of this year’s conference’s pillars. There were also two pre-conference masterclasses: one by Kalibri Labs on commercial strategy and the second by Gauthier, Murphy & Houghtaling on insurance-purchasing essentials. “The energy and unity of women hoteliers from across the country was truly inspiring,” said Shetal Zina Patel, Women Hoteliers Director, Western Division. “HerOwnership is not just about breaking barriers, but about creating lasting change—ensuring that future generations of women in our industry are equipped to lead with confidence and vision.” Networking breaks, ownership conversations, and panel discussions also took place along with the La Dolce Vita Festa Reception. “The reception reminded attendees to embrace la dolce vita, or “the sweet life,” with the Redondo Beach sunset as the backdrop,” organizers said. The Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina on-site team had carried out elaborate decor, service, and special touches. “Being surrounded by remarkable women in hospitality, all eager to learn and support each other, is truly empowering,” said Purnima Patel, Women Hoteliers Director, Eastern Division, adding, “The HerOwnership Conference is not just an event but a movement. We are creating spaces for women to thrive, grow, and own their success in an industry where their leadership redefines the future.”The date and location of the next HerOwnership Conference is yet to be decided. But AAHOA said it plans to hold regional events across the country., Indian American women hotel-owners hold successful two-day conference |
Amitabh Bachchan becomes First Citizen of the Lodha Group – Palava City, Dombivali (2020-02-13T21:31:00+05:30)
In an Industry First move, the Lodha Group has signed in Mr.Amitabh Bachchan as the First Citizen of the Palava City, the New City for the New Generation developed by the Lodha Group. The Lodha Group has absolute ambitious plans to make the city a dream for each Indian. Lodha group has not left any stone unturned to ensure that they have a huge success to Palava City – also knows as The Rise currently. Worlds finest Town Planning Companies, Architects and Professionals who have studied the development across the globe. This project will give an average of 60 to 90% returns to the Investors and Home Buyers across a time frame of 5 years plus. With a staggered payment approach and Bank Funding there is no other project available with a ticket size of 40 Lacs plus to match the infrastructure with this project. With Mr.Bachchan being the Brand Ambassador, it brings the added confidence to the home buyers and investors who have grown up seeing the Shahenshah of Bollywood and with him being the First Citizen would mean a lot to them. Sandeep Sadh – Managing Director and Founder – Mumbai Property Exchange Pvt Ltd. Lodha Group has introduced a new residential project Lodha Palava city. The group has successfully completed a number of prestigious projects. Lodha group has currently executed four projects named Lodha Casa Rio, Lodha Casa Rio Gold, Lodha Casa Bella, Lodha Casa Bella Gold.The project consist of 1BHK, 2BHK, 3BHK flats which combine design value and architectural elegance at an affordable prices 42 Lakhs.Strategically located at the junction of Navi Mumbai and Dombivali. Lodha The Rise is a good investment for people with an investment scenario of 3-7 years as it'll take some to realise the full potential of this investment. The project is good with location and connectivity favoring it and it'll be an area to lookout in the future. The rates in this prelaunch is set amidst the recessionary pressures in indian real estate that is very good for long term investors. Lodha The Rise Palava also has options of 2 and 3 bhk available with it. 2 bhk starts from 50 lacs onwards. The Prices around the location of Palava The City are hovering between 5000 to 7000 per square feet which is for ready to move in residential project minus the amenities in proportion to Lodha The Rise. If the rate of this project opens between 4000 to 5000 price band, the project must be very reasonably priced and this prelaunch opportunity must be grabbed by end users and long term investors. With Rupee performing weak against international currencies like against dollar, rupee is floating at 63.20 now and recessionary pressures has corrected indian real estate market prices, "Lodha The Rise" is set to open at a rate that will be in lower limits of prices. The prices in this project will be attractive for end users and investors both. With all these factors in mind "Lodha The Rise" must be a good bet for future capital appreciation.Source: mumbai-property, over-blog.com/, kiran-kaur, Images: mumbai-property-exchange, lodhatherise, palava-by-lodha-casa, poojakare, propimages-apartments, palava, property-wala, casa-rio-gold, lodhathe-rise, lodha-the-rise, casa-rio-dombivali......................
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UN chief commends BRICS countries for battling global warming (2016-06-17T21:43:00+05:30)
Abu Dhabi, May 5 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon commended efforts made by the BRICS countries in fighting global warming but urged them to increase their contribution. Ban Sunday said contributions of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa to combat global warming was most important as they were on the way to transforming themselves into developed countries, Xinhua reported. "But we expect the BRICS to increase their efforts and do more as time is against us," Ban said. The UN chief made the remarks here at a
BRICS is an international political organisation of leading emerging economies
press conference in the 2-day Abu Dhabi Ascent, a pre-summit for the UN Climate summit in New York in September. More than 1,000 participants, including govt. ministers & energy experts, are gathered in here for the event. Ban said China has been spearheading the promotion of green energy within the BRICS, especially in mega cities. He also praised South Africa for a "good step forward" in establishing the Southern African Power Pool, a cooperation among national electricity grids of 12 countries in the southern hemisphere. Ban stressed that efforts to stop global climate warming must be supported by all states. Source: Article, Image: http://flickr.com/, http://wikipedia.org/ And https://pixabay.com under Creative Commons CC0      |
Ekta Kapoor Balaji Telefilms to launch biggest fiction show Ajeeb Daastaan Hain Ye (2014-10-08T15:45:00+05:30)
Saturday-27-September-2014: This festive season, Life OK in association with Ekta Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms gears up for the launch of the biggest fiction show,Ajeeb Daastaan Hain Ye.The show highlights the journey of a tenacious woman Shobha (Sonali Bendre) who fights against all odds for her family and their well-being. Ajeeb Daastaan Hain Ye marks the debut of Sonali Bendre in fiction television series and will premiere on October 7, 9.30 pm. The story is about Shobha, who was happy and content in her own little world until she was left devastated after her politician husband Samarth (Harsh Chhaya)was put behind the bars for breach of information. Overnight, she was left holding the reigns of her family in the aftermath of her husband’s conducts. While trying to collect all pieces and settle, Shobhaends up meeting Vikram (Apurva Agnihotri), a coffee shop owner who hires her as hisassistant. Apart from dealing with difficulties of life at home, she also faces her galling boss at work. Excited about the latest venture Ajit Thakur, EVP & GM, Life OK, says, “We at Life OK have offered bold and innovative content to our viewers. With the launch of AjeebDaastaanHain Ye, we intend to raise the bar even higher. This show will be one of our biggest launches since it brings together three powerful forces, Ekta, Sonali and the story of an extremely strong female protagonist. We are confident the viewers will enjoy the show as much as we enjoyed making it.The show is definitely something you should watch for its extremely well defined characters and a compelling story. It's a journey of a woman from being a content homemaker to displaying the courage to step out and gain financial independence in order to secure the lives of her loved ones, her children.” Speaking about her new project, Ekta Kapoor from Balaji Telefilms says, “Relatable characters and diverse concepts are two key ingredients of all my shows. Ajeeb Daataan Hain Ye captures the story of Shobha who becomes a ‘hero’ for her family after she surmounts harshrealities of life. I am looking forward to my association with Life OK to bring forth this grand venture through an interesting storyline” An elated Sonali Bendre, whose debut is the talk of the town says, “Initially I was a little sceptical about taking up a fiction show until Ekta narrated Shobha’s character to me and I agreed instantly. The strength of the character and how she faces her life head on is what appealed to me .The fact that instead of being treated like a doormat she picks up her life and decides to have a fresh start is what resonated with me. I Hope the audience accepts me in the new role and supports me in this endeavour.” Ajeeb Daastaan Hain Yealso touches upon the secluded issue of infidelity. It highlights the tryst of a woman who is estranged by her husband and is made to break out of her inhibitions in quest of finding happiness for her loved ones. The show will be aired from October 7 onwards, Monday to Friday, 9.30 pm only on Life OK. Source: Article...................
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Saina launches Yonex Nanoray badminton racquet (2014-08-10T00:57:00+05:30)
New Delhi, (IANS) India's leading badminton player Saina Nehwal launched the latest Nanoray 900 badminton racquet from Japanese sports equipment brand Yonex here in the national capital. "It gives me immense pleasure to be here today as Yonex achieves another milestone with this store and some very impressive new products now available in India. The brand has always been synonymous with badminton since its inception, and has played a critical role behind the success of many budding badminton players including me," said Saina. The racquet specially designed and made in Japan boasts of a super slim long shaft resulting in higher repulsion power and faster delivery of drop cut smashes. The product is available for Rs.20,450. Source: Article, Image: flickr.com
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Ekta Kapoor and STAR Plus GM Gaurav Banerjee at the press conference of Ye Hai Mohobbatein (2014-05-06T17:31:00+05:30)
As someone once said, “Love Thy Neighbour”, Star Plus & Ekta Kapoor present a relatable, urban story of two neighbours in Ye Hai Mohobbatein. The Iyers and Bhallas are neighbours in Delhi, who have a conflict prone relationship but things are about to get even more interesting.
The Iyers' dentist daughter Ishita Iyer & the Bhallas' businessman son Raman Bhalla find themselves getting bound by an unusual bond. Not every relationship has a name and theirs is defined by Raman’s adorable daughter Ruhi with whom Ishita develops a strong attachment. This attachment leads Ishita into getting close to the man – Raman who she dislikes the most. Star Plus along with Balaji Telefilms brings Ye Hai Mohobbatein, an emotional story of love and loss that launches on December 3rd and will air from Monday - Friday at 11.00 p.m. The show marks the return of popular TV stars Divyanka Tripathi and Karan Patel in lead roles. How far can one really go for a child? Can someone get into a romantic relationship only for the love and attachment to a child? This is what Ye Hai Mohobbatein addresses. A heart-warming story that revolves around a simple, middle-class girl, Ishita Iyer, with a past of a failed relationship whose life changes when fate brings her face to face with a 5 year old girl, Ruhi with whom she develops an immediate bond. It is the love for this child that takes her on an unexpected journey of getting close to Ruhi’s father, Raman Bhalla. On the other hand, Raman is a rich business man, a single dad with a bitter outlook to life. With various upheavals in their lives, Ishita and Raman’s journey with Ruhi as their mediator makes a compelling story. “We are delighted to partner with Ekta once again for Ye Hai Mohabbatein. The story she has brought to us is urban and contemporary. This love story begins after a marriage gets over. It explores the theme of a second chance in love. With well etched characters and a strong urban narrative, the show deals with day-to-day issues faced by modern couples. We are positive that our metro audiences will see a connect with Ishita and Raman and follow their story.” says Gaurav Banerjee, General Manager, STAR Plus. Talking about the show, Ekta Kapoor, Balaji Telefilms, said "My association with STAR goes back a long way. We have together celebrated many successes and created iconic characters through generations. I look forward to working with them closely on this show and I am sure that the viewers will accept Ishita & Raman into their families." Ye Hai Mohobbatein also brings together veteran artists like Neena Kulkarni, Abhay Bhargav, Kaushal Kapoor, Shenaz Rizwan and Ruhanika Dhawan in pivotal characters. Star Plus’ viewers can expect to see a passionate and an emotional love story wrapped in stylized production, butter-soft cinematography and well-directed story-telling. Source: Article.......
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