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Postal stamp on Sathya Sai Baba released

Union Minister of State for Communication & Information Technology

(IT) Smt Killi Krupa Rani released a commemorative stamp on Satya

Sai Baba on the occasion of his 88th birth anniversary celebrations

held at Puttaparthi of Anantapur District, A.P on 23rd November 2013.

Sri B.V.Sudhakar,CPMG AP, Ms K.Sandhya Rani,PMG and SriD.S.V.R.Murthy,DPS Kurnool have also attended the function.

Sri Satya Sai Baba (born as Sathyanarayana Raju; 23 November 1926

death 24 April 2011) was a highly revered spiritual leader and world

teacher, whose life and message are inspiring millions of people

throughout the world. He claimed to be the reincarnation of Sai Baba

of Shirdi. The Sathya Sai Organisation, founded by Sathya Sai Baba to

enable its members to undertake service activities as a means to spiritual

advancement has over 1,200 Sathya Sai Centers in more than 100

countries. Through this organisation, Sathya Sai Baba established a

network of free hospitals, clinics, drinking water projects and schools.


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Now, skydive from 10,000 feetin Maharashtras Baramati

Pune, Nov 26 : Its known for its grapes and dairy products.

Now, Baramati in Maharashtra has acquired another

distinction, being the place from where one can skydive from

a l i ght a i rcraf t f rom a he i ght o f 4 ,000- 10 ,000 f ee t .

Ace skydiver and Padma Shri awardee Shital Mahajan will organize thestates first skydiving Camp in Baramati in early December, enabling

everyone to try their endurance and skill in this breathtaking adventure.

We have named it as Baramti Skydiving Festival and it will be held at

the Baramati Airport from Dec. 11-15. We are expecting at least 60

enthusiasts from all over India for the event, Mahajan - who holds four

World records and 10 national records - told PRESS

The camps will be held for three different types of skydives - solo staticline jump (4,000 feet), tandem jump and accelerated free fall jump (from10,000 feet) through Mahajans Phoenix Skydiving Academy, a member of

the Indian Skydiving & Parachute Assocation (ISPA). The participantswill be given ground training, a test and a medical checkup before theyboard a Cessna 172 aircraft, soar to the required height and jump out as


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the parachute opens, Mahajan said. Starting at Rs.20,000 per jump, thepackage will include all gear and equipment, a certificate of the jumpand a log book signed by an instructor which is valid worldwide. In thestatic line solo jump, after exiting, the parachute inflates automaticallywith the help of a static line attached to the aircraft. Thereafter, thestudent would have to handle the parachute on his or her own withinstructions relayed by the instructors through a walkie-talkie.

In the tandem jump from 10,000 feet height, the student would beattached to the instructor with the help of a harness from the start tothe end of the experience. The accelerated free fall will see students

jumping from over 10,000 feet with the help of two instructors who will

teach the students how to fly the body in the air and then open theparachute at 5,500 feet. I am trying to popularise and make this sportaffordable in India as many go to Europe to experience the thrill, saidMahajan, 30, a mother of two children and settled in Finland with herhusband Vaibhav Rane, who works for mobile giant Nokia.On selecting Baramati for launching skydiving, she said that it had aproper airport from where small planes can take off and conduct sorties,besides which there are no natural or manmade obstructions within afive-km radiusWith the support of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar,Mahajan said that similar camps will be organised in Latur, Jalgaon,Solapur and later Kolhapur. Mahajan and her husband made the headlines

in 2008 when they had entered into wedlock in a huge hot air balloon,accompanied by a Hindu priest and her father, 600 feet above Pune.


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The HRD Minster Dr. M.M. Pallam Raju asked the industry to

p a r t i c i p a t e m o r e v i g o r o u s l y w i t h g o v e r n m e n t i n s k i l l

development. Speaki ng at a conference on Government public

initiative for skill building in information technology and telecom

sector in New Delhi today, he said we have to provide necessary

skill to one crore twenty lakh youth joining the work force every

year to take full advantage of demographic dividend. He said

that Industry has to contribute in achieving the target of skilling

50 crore youth by 2022.

Stressing the need for putting skill in education, he said we need

to periodically revise curriculum to make it more industry friendly.

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Dr. Raju said, it will also enhance the employability of our youthand their income. Speaking on the occasion the Communication

and Information Technology Minister, Shri Kapil Sibal sa id there

has to be a paradigm shift in our education sector following fast

paced technology changes. He said skill requirement cannot be

adequately met through usual university system. Asking for a

tripartite system for skill developmen , Shri Sibal said that skill

development system needs to work closely with all the sectors

of the economy to meet their peculiar requirements. Pushing for

PPP model the Minister said the country has to be ready for

cyber space. Speaking on the occasion, Secretary (Higher

Education) Shri Ashok Thakur said that all the centrally fundedInstitutions, right from IIT to polytechnique, will have to co-opt

the community colleges to meet skill development at the

community level by the end of current five year plan in 2017.

Expressing satisfaction over development in community colleges

area, he said funds have been released to 120 community colleges

this year . The Secre tary sa id Univers i t ies have s tar ted

implementing National Vocational Education Qualification

Framework (NVEQF) guidelines and they will work with 200

medical colleges for skill development.

An MoU was also signed between All India Council for Technical

Educat ion (AICTE) and NIELIT - Nat ional Ins t i tu te of

Electronics and Information and Information Technology on the

occasion to establish a new specialization under the IT/IITs

sector of NVEQF namely NIELIT certified IT professional

(NCITP). Under NCIPT, the NIELI T O & A level cours es are

proposed to be aligned to level 5 and level 7 of NVEQF.

The one day conference was organized by All India Council for

Technical Education (AICTE) with Bharat Sanchar Nigam

Limited (BSNL) and National Institute of Electronics andInformation Technology (NIELIT) of Department of Information

and Technology.


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The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the Diamond Jubilee

Celebrations of Coir Board today (November 25, 2013) at a function at Vigyan

Bhavan, New Delhi. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that he was

glad to learn that along with up-gradation and development of new machinery

and diversification of the traditional items produced in the coir industry, due

attention is being paid to the development of environment-friendly technologies

and production processes. As this is an industry where 80% of the workforce

is constituted by women, the importance of its modernization and upgradation

of its infrastructure cannot be emphasized enough, he said. These steps are

indispensable to bring about greater morale in the work force, higher productivity

and better quality of products.

The President stated that he wished to see the Coir industry become self-

reliant in terms of raw material procurement. He urged employers to ensure

that the workers engaged in this industry are provided enhanced support through

the insurance and welfare schemes of Government. Among the dignitaries

present on the occasion were Union Minister of Finance, Shri P. Chidambaram,

Minister of State for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Shri K.H.Muniyappa, Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Prof. P.J. Kurien and Minister

of State for Human Resource Development, Dr. Shashi Tharoor.

President inaugurates Diamond JubileeCelebrations of Coir Board


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Speech by the President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee on theoccasion of inauguration of the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations of the

Coir Board

It is indeed my privilege to be present amongst you on this happy occasion

when the Coir Board is celebrating 60 years of its existence. At the very

outset, I would like to extend to you all my greetings and felicitations.

2. As one of the oldest commodity boards under the Government of India, the

Coir Board has done well on all accounts whether it is production, employment

or export earnings. The coir industry, originating in Kerala came under the

Coir Industries Act in 1953 followed by the establishment of this Board in

1954.

3. I am happy to note that since then, this unique industry - of coir manufacturing

- has grown into a highly successful sector. It has spread into other coconut

growing States and today, thousands of household units are engaged in fibre

extraction and spinning of coir yarn throughout the coir producing regions. The

industry employs about 7 lakh workers, predominantly women in more than

14 states and Union Territories.

4. It is also amongst the foremost foreign exchange earning industries in our

country - whose products have a stable market all over the world. I am toldthat even at the time when our exports were adversely affected by the global

recession, our coir industry remained in a positive growth trajectory.

5. This industry has, in fact, evolved in a remarkable way - in terms of quality

improvement, technological and scientific upgradation of the products, better

market research and product promotion to become a net earner of over

1100 crores from the export of its products.

6. I am glad that in the 12th Plan, sufficient allocations have been made to this

traditional agro-based cottage industry to enable it to expand further. Its further

growth is bound to have a positive multiplier effect as most of the units in thisindustry are in the rural segment of our economy in the category of micro

industries and nearly 40% are small and medium scale production units.


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11. Through its various schemes and financial assistance, and support in regularprocurement of raw material by producers as well as infrastructural support

Government of India has given critical backing to boost the existing coir industry

and encourage new entrepreneurs.

12. Certainly, there are always challenges to be faced alongside success: as in

other areas of the agricultural sector, difficulties may be faced in availing credit

facilities, or with the cost of credit and often delays are encountered in procuring

raw material. There is also the problem of inadequate access to updated

technology. These are the areas where it is important for the coir industry to

receive all the support that it can get.13. I would very much like to see this industry become self-reliant in terms of

raw material procurement; and I would urge employers to ensure that the

workers engaged in this industry are provided enhanced support through the

insurance and welfare schemes of Government.

14. The Coir Board, in the five-plus decades of its existence, has certainly

done a lot to address these issues. I congratulate the Coir Board for its successful

efforts and innovations - and its steady focus on market trends. I appreciate its

efficiency in converting information and knowledge swiftly into strategy and

guidance for the participants in this industry.

15. It is gratifying to learn that the Coir Board has taken up a number of capacity

building measures to upgrade the skills of the workers in the manufacturing

process.

16. I compliment the Coir Board for their initiatives to make this industry

successful. I am sure that through its more than 42 sales outlets throughout the

country, its research centres and its continuous innovation of new products to

popularize this natural, eco-friendly fibre, the Coir Board will achieve the goal

of significantly increasing revenues in this agro-based industry in the years to

come.

17. I wish you all success, as well as a very bright and prosperous future.


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Ms. Lise Grande, United Nations Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident

Representative said, This project shows that small and medium sized enterprises

are big players when it comes to energy efficiency. The enterprises that have

adopted energy efficient technologies are saving money, contributing to a better

environment and becoming more competitive. The approach they are taking is

a winning approach. Much of the investment in cleaner and more energy

efficient production processes in the first phase of the partnership was driven

by small mill owners themselves. Thirty-one units saved up to INR 40 crore in

fuel savings. Companies were able to pay back investments made in energy

efficiency measures in 6 to 18 months. Nearly 150 stakeholders representingsmall scale steel mill owners, industry associations, technology providers and

government agencies participated in the launch workshop.

UNDP partners with people at all levels of society to help build nations that can

withstand crisis, and drive and sustain the kind of growth that improves the

quality of life for everyone. With offices in more than 177 countries and territories,

UNDP offer global perspective and local insight to help empower lives and

build resilient nations.

Six-coach trains on DilshadGarden-Rithala Metro line

New Dehi, Nov 23 : The Delhi Metro will run six-coach trains on the

Dilshad Garden-Rithala line from Sunday, an official said.

Six coach trains have a capacity of carrying around 600 more commuters

than a four coach train. It is expected to boost the lines carrying capacity,

which at present sees an average ridership of around 3.5 lakh daily, a DMRC

official said Saturday. The DMRC plans to introduce 10 six-coach trains on

the line in a phased manner. This was earlier scheduled for next month, but was


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advanced to Sunday to ease passenger rush during the ongoing India InternationalTrade Fair (IIFT) here, the official said.DMRC introduced the first six-coach

Metro train in 2010 on the Dwarka Sec-21-Noida City Centre/Vaishali line,

and subsequently on the Jahangirpuri to HUDA City Centre line in 2011. The

Delhi Metro is used by around 2.5 million passengers on a working day on all its

lines, which see more than 2,700 train trips made each day.

India is 10th most vacation-

deprived country: ReportNew Delhi, Nov 21 : India is the worlds 10th most vacation-

deprived country, a study revealed here Thursday.

The 2013 Vacation Deprivation Study, an annual analysis of vacation habits

by online travel portal Expedia, said that India slipped from last years fourth

position. Around 63 percent of Indians admitted that they felt vacation-deprived

as on an average they utilized 20 of the 26 leaves granted to them, said the

survey. Eighteen percent of Indians dont use all the leaves because they fear

that it will be perceived negatively by their employer while many avoid longvacations to remain in their boss good books, said the survey. Around 60

percent are not able to plan their vacation in advance because of their work -

again the highest in the world - while 74 percent have either cancelled or

postponed their vacation due to work, it added. As per the survey, Indians lag

behind in relishing leisure time while on vacation with 94 percent checking their

work mails while holidaying - highest in the world followed by France (93

percent), Thailand (92 percent), Malaysia (91 percent) and Mexico (91 percent).

Indians also lead when it comes to getting money in exchange for unused

holidays (37 percent) followed by Brazil (30 percent). Within India, employees


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in Delhi felt the most vacation-deprived at 74 percent followed by Mumbai at67 percent and Bangalore at 56 percent.

Holidays play an important role in relaxing and re-energizing employees while

enhancing their motivation and productivity. We strongly believe that vacations

are an essential part of a healthy work life balance, said Vikram Malhi, general

manager, South and Southeast Asia Expedia India.

Around 38 percent of Indians work around 42 hours a week which is much

more than their counterparts from other countries. This shows the need for a

better work-life balance, he added. However, despite being the country withone of the most overworked people, 85 percent of the respondents said that

they were satisfied with their jobs, said the study.

East and Northeast should tap

Chinese tourists

Kolkata, Nov 21 : The tourism industries of India and China should

collaborate and the eastern and north-eastern regions take advantage

of fast growing outbound tourists from that country, leaders of a 36-

member delegation from the neighbouring nation said Thursday.

Of the 70 million outbound tourists from China, India gets only 100,000

visitors. The number is very small. Please note that many Chinese tourists are

big spenders. There is a huge opportunity waiting to be grabbed in the eastern

and north-eastern parts of India, said Kong Can, vice director, Yunnan

Development Research Council (YDRC), after parleys with CII (Eastern

Region) members here.

In our view, West Bengal, which is endowed with hills, sea, forests, and most

importantly a rich heritage can draw a lot of Chinese tourists. The tourism industries


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must come closer and collaborate, Kong said. We would also bedelighted to see more tourists from this region visiting China, especially the

south-west part of China. Its such a small distance, and a great opportunity

for the tourism industry in West Bengal as well, he said.

Notably, the air-travel distance between Kolkata and Kunming at just under

1,500 km is less than the distance between Kolkata and New Delhi. The

Chinese delegation, which comprised leaders from a range of sectors such as

manufacturing, engineering, media, food processing, infrastructure, logistics,

energy, IT and ITeS and hospitality, underscored the need for exploring

opportunities for partnerships in agriculture, especially tea.

Tea made in Yunnan and that produced in Darjeeling will make for a beautiful

blend, and most importantly, a good market. The potential is unbelievable,

said Xia Yundong, vice president, Yunnan Provincial General Chamber of

Commerce (YPCC). During the meeting, CII Eastern Region and YPCC

signed a memorandum of understanding to increase economic, trade and

investment cooperation between India and China. As per the MoU, CII Eastern

Region and YPCC will assist personnel and delegations from economic, trade,

financial and enterprise circles of Yunnan and Eastern Region of India.

Jet Airways completes Rs.2,069-

crore stake sale deal to Etihad

New Delhi, Nov 20 : Jet Airways Wednesday said it has completed

24 percent stake sale to Abu Dhabi-based carrier Etihad Airways

for Rs.2,069 crore.

Jet Airways said in a statement that both airlines closed the transaction for

the subscription of a 24 percent equity stake by Etihad Airways in Jet

Airways.


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All requisite Indian regulatory approvals had been obtained by Nov 12,2013. Jet Airways has, on Nov 20, 2013, issued and allotted 27,263,372

equity shares of a face value of Rs.10 each at a price of Rs.754.7361607

per equity share on a preferential basis to Etihad Airways, the statement

said. The infusion of foreign direct investment in the aviation sector will

result in economies of scale, grow traffic at our airports, and create job

opportunities, said Naresh Goyal, chairman of Jet Airways.

I am confident that this investment will greatly benefit all our stakeholders

whilst significantly benefiting our customers who will now have access to a

more expanded global network, Goyal said. Goyal also stressed that together

with Etihad Airways, Jet Airways would enhance connectivity for tourists,

business travellers, Indian families and the wider travelling public. James

Hogan, president and chief executive officer of Etihad Airways said: India

is one of the largest and fastest-growing markets in the world and a key

part of the Etihad Airways growth strategy. Through this association,

Etihad Airways and Jet Airways will both be strengthened, as will the

economies of India and the UAE. By linking our two networks and adding

new flights, new routes and more code-share options, travel to, from and

within India will become much easier, Hogan said in statement.

Delhi heritage book on less known

monuments released

New Delhi, Nov 19 : Delhis Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung Tuesday

released the Heritage Guide Book which throws light on the lesser

known monuments of the capital.

This book is very useful to know about the heritage of Delhi, Jung said

here. Delhi: A Heritage City, 20 walks through History was conceptualized

by A.G. Krishna Menon, convenor of the Indian National Trust For Art and

Cultural Heritage (INTACH Delhi Chapter).The map and archival images

used in the book have been sourced from the British Library and the

Archaeological Survey of India.


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British Councils Rs.100 mn

scholarships for Indian students

Mumbai, Nov 25 : The British Council has announced its largest-

ever 370 scholarships programme valued at nearly Rs.100 million

(one million pounds), an official said here Monday.

The scholarships shall be given for 260 undergraduate and postgraduate coursesin 36 participating universities in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland,

according to British Council India Director Rob Lynes. Besides, an Education

UK exhibition will be held in Mumbai Tuesday to guide and assist students to

Britain for the semesters starting September 2014 and January 2015. The British

Council has also launched the Great Career Guide which will help Indian students

choose to study in Britain and learn about opportunities available in that country.

We want Indias brightest and best students to come and study at our

universities. There are no limits on the numbers who can come and then stay

on to work in Britain after studies, said Andrew Soper, counsellor (Prosperity)

with the British High Commission in New Delhi. With the Great Scholarship

and Great Career Guide, we aim to empower aspiring Indian students to

choose the right course in Britain. It will be followed by series of Education

UK exhibitions in India to help them meet recruiters and international

managers of leading British institutions, Lynes said.

After the Mumbai launch, the Education UK will travel to Bangalore (Nov

27), Kolkata (Nov 29) and New Delhi (Nov 30). Since over a century, UK

universities have attracted students from all over the world. Annually, around

400,000 foreign students study there of whom nearly 30,000 are from India.


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OUP launches My Learning TrainKolkata, Nov 22 : Oxford University Press (OUP) on Friday launched

My Learning Train, a new enhanced and interactive way of learning

for children of LKG and UKG, at the Teachers Participative and

Experimentation Programme in Kolkata.

Teachers from over 144 schools in Kolkata participated in the event.

The unique pre-school series is a result of wish lists of teachers with whom the

author Sonia Relia has interacted trained and engaged over the years in her

programs. Each book in this series is also supported by a parents and teachers

handbook as well as flashcards and audio-visual aids. Teachers will relate to the

books hands-on learning activities created by using readily available resources.

The companion CD-ROM provides integrated support to the course book. Detailed

and comprehensive activity videos, appealing rhymes and absorbing stories are

provided in the E-book.Commenting on the launch Sonia Relia, Author, My Learning

Train, Oxford University Press said, Im delighted to launch this program at this

platform in Kolkata, this book will positively induce students to engage in interesting

worksheets and find solutions to their queries. I would like to urge all parents to try

out this fun and interactive way of learning for their children.

Ranjan Kaul, Managing Director, Oxford University Press India said, As a

department of the University of Oxford, we are committed to high-quality

publishing that upholds the advancement of education, research, and scholarship.

My Learning Train, built on our tradition of educational publishing excellence, is a

move towards expanding the learning horizons of children in their formative years.

Oxford is a brand that people trust and I am confident that My Learning Train will

further the Presss mission of education in the pre-school market segment.


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Ireland announces scholarships forIndian students

New Delhi, Nov 19 : Ireland announced 100 new scholarships for

Indian students in order to encourage their enrollment and double

their number in Ireland next year.

The scholarships will include four V.V. Giri scholarships, being given to

commemorate the former Indian president who studied in Ireland during 1913-16. Education is a very important aspect of India-Ireland relation. It will

build strong strategic ties with India, which will boost trade and economic

relations, Richard Bruton, Irelands minister for jobs, enterprise and

innovation said Tuesday. Burton arrived in India Sunday on a five-day visit.

Patrick ORiordan, Director-India, Enterprise Ireland said the stress was on

getting quality students and giving them quality education.

Our focus is on quality, we are not in the number game. Our aim is to

double the number of students in 2014, and increase it to 5000 by 2015,

added ORiordan. Ireland presently has over 1,000 Indian students.IrishAmbassador Feilim McLaughlin said the number of visa applications from

students showed an increase of 120 percent this year.

Kashmir to implement right to

education for every child

Jammu, Nov 18 : Jammu and Kashmir will soon implement the right

to education so that every child between four and 14 years will havethe right to free and compulsory education till he completes


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elementary studies, Deputy Chief Minister Tara Chand said hereMonday.

Tara Chand, who also holds the education portfolio, said the act was in the

final stages of being framed and encompasses provisions contained in the Right

to Education Act, 2009. It will also take into account state-specific

recommendations as suggested by state-level consultation forums.

The education department is vigorously pursuing implementation of the Right

to Education Act in the state. The legislation is almost ready and the act would

ensure compulsory admission, attendance and completion of elementaryeducation besides ensuring good quality education to all, he said. Tara Chand

Monday chaired a high level meeting of the education department to review

the pace and progress of various projects being implemented in the state.

The deputy chief minister highlighted the role of training in the department and

said experts should be called from outside the state and master-trainers should

be trained at national level training centres.

He said training for teachers both at the time of recruitment as well as during

various stages of service was very important.

In the first instance, at least 25 to 30 teachers from each division should be

sent to institutions of national repute so that these master-trainers can then

impart training to other teachers in the state, he said.

Tara Chand also reviewed tours being organised for students and said preference

should be given to students from rural, border, backward and hilly areas.

The deputy chief minister said food being provided in schools should be strictly

monitored by a committee involving health officials at district levels. Periodic

inspections should also be made to ensure hygienic food in schools.


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Shri Manish Tewari addresses the 44thInternational Film Festival of India in Panjim, Goa

Film Festivals Reinforce Values of Pluralism, Diversity, Democracy and Ability

to Challenge Conventional, says Information and Broadcasting Minister

Shri Manish Tewari, the Information and Broadcasting Minister addressed the

star studded inaugural function of 44th International Film Festival of India in

Panjim, Goa today. Shri Tewari said that Film Festivals reinforce the values of

pluralism, diversity, democracy, freedom of thought and expression and the abilityto challenge the conventional. He emphasized that organizing such festivals

underscores and reiterates the core values that define the very idea of India.

The text of Ministers speech is as follows:

Year ago when I was given the privilege of being asked by the leadership to

serve as Indias minister for information & broadcasting, an office which

many believe is a hangover from the erstwhile socialist era, maybe perhaps

increasingly becoming irrelevant to Indias emerging profile. However, one

of the first tasks that I had to perform was to review the preparations for

the 43rd edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI),

commemorating the centenary of the Indian film industry.

It indeed intrigued me as to why was the Government is in the business of

organizing film festivals and that too not once but 44 times repeatedly if not

consecutively. After all the Indian film industry had grown in spite and despite of

successive Governments. It rightly resents the probing obtrusiveness of officialdom.

Should it not be the film industry in all its multi splendored brilliance that should

really be reveling and toasting its own success by inviting the best in the world to

soak in the salubrious climes of its agonies and ecstasies rather than Government

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After thinking hard and deep I concluded that in organizing the film festivals,and we are doing three different festivals in this year alone what we really

underscore and reiterate are the core values that define the very idea of India.

What we really seek to reinforce are the values of pluralism, diversity,

democracy, freedom of thought and expression and the ability to challenge the

conventional that the founding fathers of the modern Indian state strived,

struggled and stood for. An Ethos that we have carefully nurtured over the

past sixty-six years by embedding it in the collective psyche of our people.

Perhaps these thoughts were also in the heart and mind of Indias first Prime

Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, one of the foremost thought leaders of his

generation, as he ignited the torch of the film festival movement by inaugurating

the first IFFI in 1952.

What we reject with vehemence is any assault on these libertarian values that

seek to constrain our liberal spaces, constrict freethinking, and circumscribe

non- conformism that is the essence of the renewal and rejuvenation of the

great human experiment. The twentieth century was witness to horrendous

trials and tribulations. A century that saw the human mind elevating death and

destruction to an industrial scale by using chemical, biological and nuclear science

for weapons of mass destruction. The first decade of the twenty first centuryhas been no better with these and other instruments of death and destruction

being honed to an efficiency that makes even ruthlessness blush with envy.

However all throughout this train of tragedy cinema performed a yeoman role

in celebrating the indestructibility and immortality of the human spirit. It provided

soup to the soul and kinship to the kindred.

Over the next ten days as we soak ourselves in the extravaganza that has been

laid out I urge you to kindly reflect on the contribution that people of the arts

and literature need to make to ensure that the values that underpin this effort

are preserved, protected and persevered with so that we can build a world

free of fear of monologues and monotheistic manifestations.


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Storage of important reservoirs in thecountry (as on 31 oc tober , 2013)Central Water commission is monitoring storage position of 85 importantreservoirs spread all over the country, of which as many as 37 reservoirs arehaving significant hydro-power benefits with installed capacities of more than60 MW each. The combined live storage in these 85 reservoirs at the beginningof monsoon i.e. 1.6.2013 was 21 % of their designed capacity and stood at87% of designed capacity as on 31.10. 2013. The present storage is 122%of last years storage and 123% of last 10 years average storage during thesame period. Out of these 85 reservoirs there are presently 07 reservoirswhere this years storage is 80% or less of the average of previous 10 years

and in remaining 78 reservoirs the storage is more than 80% of the average ofprevious 10 years. In order to derive the best possible benefits from the available water,Central Water Commission is keeping in touch with the Department of Agriculture andCo-operation and providing information of the weekly storage position to the CropWeather Watch Group for evolving suitable crop strategies and also appraising the situationto various Departments and Ministries involved in Water Resources Planning.Basin wise storage position as on 31.10.2013 is as follow:The storage position in 12 major river basins is better than average of previous 10 years.Out of 37 reservoirs with significant hydro potential, 05 reservoirs have storagebuild up less than or equal to the average of last 10 years.

NALCO bags EEPC Export Award

National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), the Navratna PSU and Indiasleading manufacturer-exporter of alumina and aluminium, has bagged the EEPC(Engineering Export Promotion Council, Eastern Region)s Gold Trophy, asTop Exporter in the Large Enterprise Category, for its outstanding exportperformance during the year 2011-12. On behalf of the company, Shri N.Pandab, Regional Manager (Eastern Region) received the award from ShriRavi Kapoor, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Government of India, atthe 30th Regional Award Presentation Ceremony, organized by EEPC India(Eastern Region) at Kolkata on November 22. During the financial year 2011-12, NALCO has achieved sales turnover of Rs.6927 crore, including the exportearnings of Rs.2569 crore. It may be mentioned here that NALCO enjoys

Premier Trading House status, and it is the first Indian aluminium company tobe registered with London Metal Exchange, for its high quality products.


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South American film Directors seek cooperation from Indian filmindustry for growth of film industry in their countries

The South American film Directors want to take the help of Indian film industryto develop the film industry in their countries. Interacting with media at the 44thInternational Film Festival of India (IFFI) here today, the Directors said thatsince the film industry in South America is very young and growing, thecollaboration with booming Indian film industry could be a wider platform forthe South American film industries. The Director of film the Reading Accordingto Justino, Arnaldo Andre said that during his visit to India, he will interact withthe Indian film industry for cooperation in film making in Paraguay. ReadingAccording to Justino is being screened in Cinema of the World Category at theIFFI-2013. The Directors of the film So Much Water (Uruguay), AnaGuevara and Leticia Jorge also said that the South American film industry is notgrowing because of lack of sufficient fund for completion of films. They said, intheir country film making is not an industry like in India. They have to workalone to complete the film. Though these countries have talented people butbecause of lack of infrastructure in film producing and distribution the film industryis not growing. So Much Water is being screened in the Cinema of the WorldCategory at the ongoing IFFI-2013.

Chief of Royal Malaysian Air Force calls on the Chairman Chiefs of

Staff Committee

General Tan Sri Dato Sri Rodzali Bin Daud, Chief of the Royal Malaysian AirForce who is on a four day visit to India called on Air Chief Marshal NAKBrowne, Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Air Staff at AirHQ, Vayu Bhawan today.

The meeting saw a wide range of bilateral issues being discussed which relate tothe ongoing defence cooperation between the two countries. As there is acommonality of aircraft being operated by the two air forces, General RodzaliBin Daud is also slated to visit IAFs Pune airbase to see the training facilities ofSu-30 MKIs and Ozar base repair depot in Nasik which houses MiG-29Upgrade and Overhaul facility as well as Su-30 manufacturing facility.

A team of IAF pilots and technicians were in Malaysia in 2008 for a period of

two years to train the Malaysian Pilots, Weapon System Operators (WSO)


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and Maintenance staff for the smooth induction and operation of their newlyacquired Su-30 MKM fighter aircraft. IAF has also assisted them in setting upa Systems School for the Su-30 MKM at Gong Kedak Air Base. The IAFChief during his visit to Malaysia in January last year had visited Gong Kedakand Subang Airbases and held talks on issues including professional exchanges,Su-30 Training, Courses, Maintenance and Logistic issues. GG/PJ Captionfor PHOTO1 - Air Chief Marshal NAK Browne, Chairman Chiefs of StaffCommittee and Chief of the Air Staff presenting a memento to Gen Rodzali BinDaud, Royal Malaysian Air Force Chief during a call on the Chairman COSCat Air HQ Vayu Bhawan on 26 Nov 2013, Tuesday

Caption for PHOTO2- Gen Rodzali Bin Daud, Royal Malaysian Air Force

Chief presenting a memento to Air Chief Marshal NAK Browne, ChairmanChiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Air Staff during a call on the ChairmanCOSC at Air HQ Vayu Bhawan on 26 Nov 2013, Tuesday

126 New Projects to be taken up by CIL to Increase Coal Production

Coal India Limited(CIL) has identified126 new projects to take up during

the12th Plan period with an estimated capacity of 438.04 MT. Out of these

60 projects are likely to contribute about 88 MT during the terminal year of

12thPlan i.e. 2016-17. Beside this, CIL has planned a number of other initiatives

to increase coal production which include:-

In pursuance of the announcement in the Union Budget, 2013 regarding

Public Private Partnership (PPP) Policy Framework with Coal India

as one of the partners, MDO mode of operation for enhancement of

production capacities of coal mines of CIL has been initiated in seven

projects of CIL.

In order to infuse world class technology & modernize CIL has been

decided to appoint a consultant of International standings for the

modernization of its mines. The bid for selection of consultant is underprocess.


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In order to overcome the problem of slow coal evacuation from itsthree major coalfields namely North Karanpura Auranga of CCL,

Mand Raigarh Korba of SECL & Ib Valley of MCL which have a

high growth potential, CIL has planned investment of Rs. 7045 Crore

in three major railway infrastructure facilities namely Tori-Shivpur

(Kathotia), Mand-Raigarh- Korba & Gopalpur- Manoharpur in these

coalfields respectively which is under various stages of implementation.

These rail links together shall stretch to about 435 kms, are expected

to handle 150 Mt by the end of 12th Plan periods.

Introduction of high capacity equipments at par with global standardsin opencast mines such as Gevra, Dipka, Lakhanpur etc. and

introduction of mass production technology equipments like continuous

miners & powered support long-wall faces in underground mines.

New Secretary, Department of

Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of

Chemicals and fertilizers assumescharge

Ms. Aradhana Johri, IAS (UP: 1980), today assumed charge as the

Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals

and fertilizers. Ms. Aradhana Johri joins in the vacancy that has arisen

after the retirement of Shri D.S.Kalha, IAS (PB: 77) on 31st October

2013. Ms. Aradhana Johri was Additional Secretary, Department of

AIDS Control, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare before taking

up the post of Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry

of Chemicals and fertilizers.


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The Minister of Shipping Shri G.K. Vasan has said that it is the governments

endeavour to make all the ports of the country profitable. He was speaking

after flagging off coal barges of 2100 DWT (Deadweight tonnage) of Jindal

ITF Ltd, to formally launch the recently started movement of imported coal on

National Waterway-1 (the Ganga-Bhagirathi-Hooghly River System) by inland

vessels from Sandheads in Bay of Bengal to Farakka Thermal Power Plant of

NTPC Ltd. in District Murshidabad, West Bengal. The minister said that this is

a unique project where government, public and private sectors joined hands

together to provide a good alternative mode of transport. Shri.Vasan pointed

out that the Kolkatta Port Trust would also get revenue out of this project. Theminister also inaugurated a Transport terminal of the Inland Waterways Authority

of India (IWAI) at the function at Garden Reach Jetty-2 in Kolkatta Port Trust

Shipping MinisterLaunchedInland Waterways Projects

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area today. Shri.Vasan said that in due course of time IWAI would developmore such inter-modal transportation hubs with rail and road connectivity for

movement of not only the coal but also for other bulk cargo like coal, fertilizers,

foodgrains etc. This additional supply of coal through inland waterways, an

eco-friendly, economical and fuel efficient mode of transport, will augment

coal supply to NTPC Power Plant at Farakka enabling increased power

generation and employment opportunities. The minister expressed happiness

that for the first time in the country a private entrepreneur has made a substantiate

investment in the IWT development. Jindal ITF Ltd has invested about Rs.

500 crore for transshipper at Sandheads, 23 coal carrying barges, inland waterterminal at Farakka with state-of-art coal unloading cranes and a conveyor

belt system. The operator, Jindal ITF Ltd. will transport minimum three (3)

million tonnes of coal per annum for seven years.

Speaking on the occasion the Secretary, Ministry of Shipping, Shri Vishwapati

Trivedi said that this project has been set overcoming great difficulties. He

emphasized on the importance of further developing the riverain ports of the

region. Shri Amitabh Verma, Chairman, IWAI, Shri R.P.S. Kahlon, Chairman,

KoPT and other senior officials also participated in the function.

Kolkata being a transportation hub on the Ganga, the new terminal would

serve states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal and the North-Eastern

Region. The construction of this RCC Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT)

terminal was taken up in Kolkatta Port Trust area at a cost of about Rs. 38

crore and it will give a fillip to inland navigation in the region.

This is the first project for bulk movement of coal through National Waterways.

It is also the first time when a private entrepreneur has made a substantiate

investment in the IWT development for in the country. A conveyor belt system

from the jetty on National Waterway-1 to the coal stockyard of NTPC power

plant was also set up at Farakka.


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The Inland Water Transport is economical, environmental friendly and is mostsuitable for bulk cargo movement. IWAI is developing first 3 National Waterways

namely NW-1 (on the Ganga), NW-2 (Brahmaputra) and NW-3 (on the West

Coast Canal system) for shipping and navigation by providing navigational

channel with targeted depth and width for most part of the year. Intermodal

connectivity with rail and road has also been planned for selected locations

depending on the hinterland cargo projections. The infrastructure so far created

will be further developed if any other specific projects targeting large quantity

of bulk goods like steel, cement, jute, fertilizers, and foodgrains etc. are

identified and committed for transportation on National Waterways.

At present 10 Thermal Power Stations are operational in the proximity of National

Waterway 1. Another 11 are expected to come up along the NW-1 in the next

5 to 8 years with the total installed capacity of 15000 MW. National Waterway

1 is fully ready to cater to the transportation needs of NTPC, and other industrial

units for transportation of bulk cargo required for the plants located on the banks

of the Ganga. Inland Waterways also has potential to create of employment

opportunities for people in the vicinity of waterways.

Government of Goa raises financial limit under Film Finance Scheme

from 25 to 50 lakh

In an interaction with the media at the 44th International Film Festival of India

(IFFI), the Chairman, governing Council of Entertainment Society of Goa,

Vishnu Surya Wagh said that government of Goa has increased the limit of film

finance to 50 lakh for the promotion of regional cinema. He said that scheme is

for both categories i.e. feature films (60 %) and short films (40%). The earlier

limit was 25 lakh which has now been increased to 50 lakh.

The cast and crew of highest box office grossing Marathi film Duniyadari

was also present during the interaction. Sanjay Jadhav, the Director of film

Duniyadari said that his film is based on SuhasNavlekars novel set against

the backdrop which is of 1970s. He said that it is a completely entertaining film


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depicting friendship, romance and sacrifice. He said that his film has alreadyearned 30 crores and still working well in different theatres. Swapnil Joshi,

lead cast of the film said that he enjoyed a lot during the making of film.

AnkushChoudhary, who have also acted in the film said that the film is working

well even in the smaller towns.

Centre to Support Arunachal Pradesh for fast Agricultural Growth

Shri Pawar Lays Foundation of Pasighat Agriculture College

Agriculture Minister, Shri Sharad Pawar, today offered the Central

Governments full support for fast growth in all areas of agriculture

and food processing in Arunachal Pradesh. He made the offer while

laying the foundation stone of the States first agriculture college

and inaugurated a kr ishi mela a t Pas ighat today.

The Minister appreciated the recent initiatives taken by the State Government

towards fast growth of agriculture, rice procurement, new plantations, export

of fruits, etc. He expressed the hope that the state will be able to exploit its

vast potential in horticulture and floriculture.

Giving the details of the support given by Agriculture and Food Processing

Industries Ministries to the State, the Minister said : This year we haveallocated more than 15 Cr for NFSM, 32 Cr for RKVY and 48 Cr for

Horticulture Mission. I am extremely liberal while supporting this state and

has told my officers that if state is ready to absorb more funds, we should

readily provide the same. We also appreciated that some areas of Arunachal

Pradesh can produce oil palm and hence this year we included Arunachal

Pradesh also under oil palm development scheme. I am also of the

considered opinion that Arunachal has tremendous potential in bamboo

development. The state has not yet used its fullest capacity to harness the

benefit from the national bamboo mission. The state also needs to work ona mission mode on other plantation crops like rubber etc.


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Education Worldwide India-Mumbai03 - 03 December, 2013 | Mumbai

Educational & Training Institutes: Education Worldwide India-Mumbaiwill be showcasing modernized and effective methods of educationsystem which will improve the educational methods that are presentlyfollowed. This show will bring together the leading educational expertswho will offer over 100000 students with interesting yet productivemethods of conducting their higher studies...

Visitor RegistrationBook a StallCPhi India03 - 05 December, 2013 | Mumbai

Medical Products: CPhI Worldwide is the most important event in thepharmaceutical manufacturing industry calendar. The exhibition willextend its franchise into Mumbai for the first ever CPhI India. Theexhibition CPhi India will be held between 03 to 05 Dec 2013 atBombay Exhibition Centre - NSE Exhibition Complex which is beingorganized by Ubm India Pvt...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallInternational Contract Services Expo-India

03 - 05 December, 2013 | MumbaiMedical Products: International Contract Services Expo (ICSE India) isthe only truly global exhibition where you can meet, mix, mingle, anddo business with worldwide pharmaceutical outsourcing customers,potential clients, decision makers and journalists, in just three days...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallP-Mec India03 - 05 December, 2013 | Mumbai

Medical Products: P-Mec India - Pharmaceutical-Machinery &Equipment Convention will focus on the key challenges in pharmaservices and production to develop more efficient production routesand systems for increasingly complex health care products, equipmentand machinery for chemical analysis, testing, instrumentation,filtration, automation and packaging...

Forthcoming Exhibitions


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Visitor RegistrationBook a StallBioph India03 - 05 December, 2013 | Mumbai

Medical Products: Bioph India will be held for a period of three days inMumbai, India. The main purpose of this expo is to bring into lime lightthe significance and value of bio pharmaceutical products and servicesin the recent times...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

Bangalore Nano

04 - 06 December, 2013 | Bengaluru

By M. M. Activ, Bangalore

Scientific Instruments & Supplies: Bangalore Nano is an internationalevent that will see the visitors coming together to explain the detailsof the sector and communicate with each other. This uniqueopportunity will provide a great chance to the visitors to discuss aboutthe development of the industry and experience the latesttechnologies and products related with it that will be displayed at theshow...

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IPVS

05 - 07 December, 2013 | Coimbatore

By Orbitz Exhibitions Private Limited

Industrial Supplies: IPVS is an important and widely recommendedplatform for the industrial pumps and valves manufacturingcompanies. The show has made an effort of presenting the most usefuland applicable range of pumps which can be used in almost all theindustrial sectors like water treatment, packaging, storage andlubricant manufacturing segments...


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Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

IFSEC INDIA

05 - 07 December, 2013 | Greater Noida

By UBM India Pvt. Ltd.

Electronics & Electrical: IFSEC India is the largest security exhibitioncum trade show of India, which is scheduled to take place in GreaterNoida, India in the course of three days of high level and intensenetworking sessions...

Visitor RegistrationBook a StallTechno405 - 07 December, 2013 | Coimbatore

Plant & Machinery: Techno 4 will be a three day event and will beheld in Coimbatore. This event will attract industry leaders, decisionmakers, dealers and policy makers from local and international marketto discuss about the emerging trend in engineering industry...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallIFSEC & Homeland Security India05 - 07 December, 2013 | Greater Noida

Electronics & Electrical: IFSEC & Homeland Security India is a mustattend event for anyone involved in Internal Security. Covering theentire spectrum of products and services from across the securityindustry, including Vehicles, Arms & Ammunition, F ire FightingEquipment, Personal Gear, Security & Safety Equipment and ITElectronics and Telecoms...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

India Med Expo

06 - 08 December, 2013 | HyderabadBy G-India Technologies


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Medical Products: India Med Expo will be a three day event and will beheld in Hyderabad. Conferences, seminars, product launches andnetworking opportunities will be some of the highlights of this event.The participants of this event will have the opportunity to showcaseproducts such as surgical equipments, healthcare products andhospital equipments during this event...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall (Get 21%off)

ET ACETECH-Delhi

05 - 08 December, 2013 | New Delhi

By Asian Business Exhibitions & Conferences Ltd.

Building & Construction: ET ACETECH - Delhi is one of the topconstruction trade shows in India. The event brings to the fore all thelatest technological updates, innovative products and prevailingmarket trends from this sector...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

BizTech expo

06 - 08 December, 2013 | Vasai

By Thane Industries Directory

Industrial Supplies: Megatech Expo is one of the main industrialmachinery sector trade events in India. The show brings in a largecontingent of qualified business decision makers and senior corporateexecutives and the latest market happenings and details are discussedupon here...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall (Get 25%off)

Premier Schools Exhibition - Guwahati

07 - 08 December, 2013 | Guwahati


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By Afairs Exhibitions & Media Private LimitedEducational & Training Institutes: Premier Schools Exhibition -Guwahati has gained enormous success since the year it has beencome into existence. The event is followed by many parents, teachers,students and education professionals as it provides the bestadmission solutions and services...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

Industrial Expo Ankleshwar

05 - 08 December, 2013 | Ankleshwar

By ADS PAGES PVT. LTD.

Plant & Machinery: The industrialists who want to explore the newtechnologies and developments made in the working flow of theindustrial sectors must take out time and visit INDUSTRIAL EXPOANKLESHWAR which is the largest and the most important businessplatform where the key traders come forward and display theirselective ranges to the worldwide visitors...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallTimes Kidz World-Bangalore

05 - 08 December, 2013 | BengaluruFashion Accessories: Times Kidz World-Bangalore will showcaseexclusive Kids products such as Toys, Snacks & Food Products,Audios, Ready-made Garments, Computers for Children, Babyproducts & Cosmetics, Educational & Fun Books much more...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallINFOCOM - Kolkata05 - 08 December, 2013 | Kolkata

Computer: INFOCOM is the largest congregation of ICT professionals,buyers-sellers, corporate leaders, academicians, visionaries, andpolicymakers in India. Since its inception in 2002, INFOCOM, the

annual Information and Communication Technology (ICT) conferenceand exhibition, under the banner of Businessworld, from the house ofABP Pvt Ltd, has grown to become one of the largest platforms, for IT


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experts and gurus of the corporate world, to interact with businessusers and policy makers for empowering businesses with IT...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallMAHATech05 - 08 December, 2013 | Pune

Plant & Machinery: MAHATechis the Only Industrial Trade Show inIndia Which offers a host of business opportunities to Show case thelatest products, machinery, equipment & developments in the industryfor marketing and generating business...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallUppercrust Food and Wine Exhibition

06 - 08 December, 2013 | MumbaiMeat & Seafood: Uppercrust Food and Wine Show would be a rarefood and wine event that would amalgamate a large number of visitorsand industry insiders from India and beyond. Novel businesspossibilities would be explored in this event...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallFashionista Lifestyle and Fashion Exhibition-Coimbatore06 - 08 December, 2013 | Coimbatore

Apparel & Garments: For 3 days, Fashionista Lifestyle and FashionExhibition-Coimbatore will offer unlimited business potential formaking an entry into Apparel, Clothing & Cosmetics industry. Beinghosted by Fashionista at Hotel Residency Coimbatore, India, the showwill be attended by club members, housewives, corporate houses, highand middle strata of the society, socialites from varied parts of theworld...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

Kerala Gem & Jewellery Show

07 - 09 December, 2013 | Cochin

By AOJ Media Pvt. Ltd.Gems & Jewelry: Kerala Gem & Jewellery Show is a B2B Jewelleryshow that will bring together all professionals and serious buyers and


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offer them a great platform to network with each other. It is the oneand only trade show related with the gem and jewelry sector of Keralaand is also the most successful and the finest one...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallFiber to Fashion07 - 09 December, 2013 | Surat

By The Southern Gujarat Chamber Of Commerce & Industry

Apparel & Garments: Fiber to Fashion will take place in SuratInternational Exhibition and Convention Center, Gujarat, India forthree consecutive days. The main objective of this event is to bringinto lime light the importance and value of fashion accessories,

fabrics, apparels, clothing and fashion photography and threads in therecent times...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallPunjab International Trade Expo05 - 09 December, 2013 | Amritsar

Food & Beverage: We are pleased to inform you that PHD Chamber isorganizing PITEX 13 Punjab International Trade Expo 2013 at Amritsarfrom 6-10 December, 2013. The Government of Punjab has consentedto be the Host State...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

India International Sporting Goods Show


By Indian Exhibition Services

Sporting Goods, Toys & Games: India International Sporting GoodsShow will be held in New Delhi and it will be a three day event.Launching of products, conference, meeting with clients andnetworking opportunities will be some of the highlights of this show...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall (Get 10%off)

Dairy Universe India10 - 12 December, 2013 | Ahmedabad


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Plant & Machinery: Dairy Universe India is dedicated to all players inthis important sector of the Indian food industry. Internationalexhibition and conference for the diary industry showcasing all steps ofthe product life cycle...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

Fine Food India


By Diversified Communications India Private Limited

Food & Beverage: Fine Food India is Indias leading trade event forthe Food, Drinks. Equipment & Technology focussed on the needs ofthe HORECA & Retail market. The 2013 Exhibition will be held over 3days from 11-13 December 2013 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallChina Sourcing Fairs - Electronics & Components, Hardware & Building

Materials and Home Products

12 - 14 December, 2013 | New DelhiBy Pico Event Management

Home Supplies: Import directly from Chinese and Korean Suppliers inIndia! Now in its 6th edition after 5 successful shows in Mumbai!China Sourcing Fairs is the premier trade shows helping volumebuyers source from Greater China ...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

Hospital Build & Infrastructure



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By Informa, India

Building & Construction: Hospital Build & Infrastructure India is one ofthe largest trade events in the country, dedicated exclusively to thehospital building and infrastructure industry. The event is attended bymore than 4000 qualified attendees, including noted tradecommissioners, investors and top level business policymakers...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

EPC World Awards

14 - 14 December, 2013 | New DelhiBy EPC World

Architectural Services: EPC World Awards is an event that aims toprovide a right platform and opportunity to all its attendees from thesector of infrastructure and construction and develop by appreciatingthe quality performance of its professionals...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

ZAK Glass Technology International

12 - 15 December, 2013 | Mumbai

By ZAK Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Private Limited

Industrial Supplies: ZAK Glass Technology International is anotheroutstanding show that is meant to tap the potential of the supergrowing glass industry in India. A show which not only presentsopportunities to invest but also to see lucrative gains on the ROI, thisevent has emerged as one of the most important platforms acrossIndia and the whole of South Asia for the glass and glazing industry...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall (Get 15%off)

Garknit-X Kolkata


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13 - 15 December, 2013 | Kolkata

By Vardaan Events Pvt Ltd

Textile, Yarn & Fabrics: Garknit-X Kolkata is an international exhibitionthat focuses on the apparel, knitting, leather and jute technology fabricand accessories. This show aims to revitalize the technologies of thesesectors and to help the attendees to get a perfect platform to discoverthe new products associated with the industry...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall

National Expo-5

13 - 15 December, 2013 | Raipur

By Indore Infoline Pvt. Ltd.

Industrial Supplies: Indore Infoline Private Limited is organizing a 3 daysNational Expo & International conference event in Raipur on 13 to 15Dec 2013 on steel and power sector. It is not just an exhibition but agreat opportunity towards the world of Steel & Power...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallPremier Schools Exhibition - Patna14 - 15 December, 2013 | Patna

By Afairs Exhibitions & Media Private Limited

Educational & Training Institutes: Premier Schools Exhibition - Patna is atwo day event that will be held in Hotel Chanakya ,Patna. This eventaims to bring all the schools together to make India progressive andhelp it to make education an integral part among all its citizens...Visitor RegistrationBook a StallHealth & Beauty Expo - Jaipur15 - 15 December, 2013 | Jaipur

Cosmetics: Health & Beauty Expo aims to Showcase a Wealth ofProducts and Services derived from the Oriental wisdom as well as thelatest innovations and technologies in the Health & Beauty Sector thathas been developed to Serve the ever-growing demands of the IndianMarket...Visitor RegistrationBook a Stall


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used concepts, practices,

and procedures within aparticular field. Relies on

instructions and pre-

established guidelines to

perform the functions of the

job. Works under immediate

supervision.

Aerobic/Fitness Instructor -Salary

$1900-2000/month.

Responsibilities include providing

safe and educational group

exercise classes. Interacts with

exercise class participants to

ensure that exercises are carriedout in a safe and effective

manner. Teaches the class at the

appropriate level for all

participants. Suggests modified

exercises for individuals as

needed. Always starts and ends

class on time.

Assistant Bar Manager - Salary

$2600- 3000/month.

You will be responsible for

managing the day to day

business and develop your

staff through training and

ensure the highest standard

of service which will exceed

the customers expectation. A

knowledge of cocktails and

menu design would be

advantageous, along with

attention to detail and a

proven track record ofachieving financial results.


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Assistant Cabin Steward

Stewardess - Salary $1800-2000/

month.

Cleaning of assigned public

areas and passenger cabins,

passenger laundry requests

as directed by cabin

stewards. No experience

required.

Assistant Casino Manager -


Responsible for daily

operations of the casino.

Performs accounting

functions and manages staff.

Reports to Casino Manager.

Assistant Chief Housekeeper -


Responsible for managing

staff and overseeingoperations. Reports to Chief

Housekeeper.

Assistant Cruise Director - Salary

$2600-2800/month.

Oversees and schedules

Cruise Staff and activities

programs for passengers.

Assistant Food and Beverage

Assistant - Salary $2300-2600/month.

Generally oversees the entire operationof the food and beverage department.

Responsibilities include, but are not

limited to restaurants, lounges, and

banquet facilities.

Assistant Head Chef - Salary

$4200-4600/month.

Responsible for all of the

operations of the kitchens.

Creates and updates menus

to maximize profits andminimize loss. Tests and

develops recipes. Monitors

customer satisfaction.

Maintains inventory of

kitchen supplies and food.

Ensures that food and

facilities meet all

governmental regulations.

Assistant Hotel Manager - Salary

$4200-4500/month.

Ensure that the day-to-dayoperations of their variousdepartments meet thestandards set by the Hotelmanager. Responsible forpersonnel, accounting andoffice administration,marketing and sales,purchasing, security,maintenance, and

recreational facilities.

Assistant Laundry Supervisor -



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Manages the dailyoperations of a laundry

department. Assigns and

reviews the work of a

laundry employees engaged

in receiving, washing,

ironing, packaging and

delivering laundry to various

departments.

Assistant Pastry Chef- Salary

$1400-1600/month.

Reporting directly to the

Head Pastry Chef. The

Pastry Chefs must have a

minimum of three years

experience in the pastry

field. A degree from a post-

secondary culinary arts

program is preferred.

Assistant Production Manager -


Responsible for ensuring the

production quality of all

shows and public events.

Assistant Salon Manager - Salary

$1600-2400/month.

Oversees staff and

operations of the salon.

Reports to Salon Manager.

Assistant Shop Manager - Salary

$1800-2400/month.

Oversees staff andoperations of the gift shop.

Assistant Shore Excursion

Manager - Salary $2400/3400/

month.

Responsible for organizing

and overseeing shore

excursions at various ports.

Bar Manager - Salary $3000-3800/

month.

Responsible for all bar

department activities

including accounting

functions.

Bar Supervisor - Salary $2400-

2800/month.

Assists Bar manager with

scheduling and daily

operations.

Bar Waiter Waitress - Salary

$1800-3000/month.

Serves beverages to

passengers and reports to

Bar Supervisor.

Bartender - Salary $1800-2800/

month.

Serves beverages in lounges

and on deck.


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must possess a basic

understanding of PC

configurations, operating

systems, major software

titles and current technology.

Computer Technician - Salary

$3200-4800/month.

The job responsibilities can range from

basic PC Technician work to

implementing a network and working

with hubs/routers/switches.

Cosmetologist - Salary $2200-3200/

month.

Provide quality facial & body

treatments, waxing, and

Manicures & Pedicures.

Crew Purser - Salary $1400-2200/

month.

Provide administrativesupport for the ship and crew

by processing crew

paperwork and assist with all

crew-related matters.

Cruise Director - Salary $4500-

7000/month.

Responsible for all onboard

entertainment and acts as

master of ceremonies.

Cruise Staff - Salary $1900-2600/

month.

Casino Manager - Salary $3200-

4200/month.

Responsible for all

operations related to casino

department including

management and

accounting.

Chief Housekeeper - Salary

$3400-4000/month.

Responsible for all

operations of the

housekeeping department.

Cleaner - Salary $900-1600/

month.

Responsible for cleaning

assigned passenger areas.

No experience required.

Comedians - Salary $1600-2800/

month.

Performing live shows,

extensive experience

required.

Computer Systems Hardware

Technician - Salary $3200-4800/

month.

Qualified candidate will have

a high school diploma or

equivalent, relevant workexperience in a computer

repair environment and


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Running passenger activities,

assisting passengers with

luggage and providing

customer service. No

experience required.

Dining Room Manager - Salary

$3200- 4000/month.

Oversees food and beverage

department including

assigning work tasks and

implementing procedures andtraining.

Disc Jockey - Salary $1800-2200/

month.

Extensive music background

ranging from various

decades.

Dishwasher- Salary $900-1400/

month.

Washes and stacks dishes.

No experience required.

Doctor - Salary $4600-6200/month.

Provide treatment to

passengers and crew

members. Must have current

license and experience with

various types of medicine

such as emergency, internal

and primary care.

Electrician - Salary $2000-2600/

month.

An Electrician Technician will

be excepted work on

electrical projects and

electrical maintenance with

little supervision. The

position would be expected

to install and maintain high

voltage up 480v and low

voltage down to 12vdc. The

position would also require

the ability to install and

maintain various components

of electrical controls and

automation.

First Cook - Salary $1800-2600/

month.

Ideal background

includes cooking in a hotel/

resort or country club with a

strong focus on guestservice. Responsible for

supervising second and third

cooks; performs culinary

duties as set by chief chef.

Floor Supervisor - Salary $2200-

2600/month.

Responsible for supervising

cabin stewards and ensuring

cleanliness of cabins. Entry

level training provided.

Florist - Salary $1600-2000/month.


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Must be able to arrange and

tie bouquets as orders are

placed. Must have a strong

creative understanding of

flowers and bouquets as well

as the ability to adapt the

bouquet to the needs of the

customer.

Food and Beverage Manager -


Ensuring that standards offood and beverage meet

expectations. Monitoring

food and beverage costs.

Development of wine list.

Manages others and

coordinates the ordering of

food stock and other

supplies.

Gift Shop Manager - Salary

$2200-3200/month.

Previous retail management

required. Supervises staff

and oversees operation of

gift shop.

Guest Entertainer - Salary $3200-

7000/month.

Provide entertainment that

caters to people of all ages.

Hair Stylist - Salary $2400-3200/

month.

Previous salon experience

required. Must be licensed for

women and mens

hairdressing.

Head Chef - Salary $4500-5000/

month.

Responsible for overall

operations. Must have

culinary degree and

extensive experience.

Head Room Steward - Salary

$2000-2800/month.

Responsible for supervising

cabin stewards as directed by

the floor supervisor.

Head Waiter Waitress - Salary

$2800-3200/month.

Supervises waiter and

waitresses and overseesdining room operations.

Host/Hostess - Salary $900-1600/

month.

As a Food & Beverage

Cashier Host/Hostess, you

will be greeting Guests,

taking food orders, entering

orders into a system, and

processing payments. You

may also be assembling foodorders and presenting to our

Guests. Other duties include


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restocking, cleaning, and

replenishing food items. You

must be able to perform basic

cash transactions and count

back change. No experience

required.

Information Systems Manager -

$5600-7000/month.

Minimum of 10 years

experience in the information

technology industry, withemphasis in integrated

business systems and

management of tactical

activities within a

manufacturing organization.

Organizational, interpersonal

and communication skills,

both written and verbal, to

effectively lead the ongoing

development and

implementation of our

computing environment.Ability to analyze current

business processes and

improve upon, through

identification, justification and

implementation of current

technology and long term

technology strategies.

Laundry Staff - Salary $1000-1600/

month.

Launders and dry cleansclothing and linens. No

experience required.

Laundry Supervisor -Salary $1400-

2000/month.

Supervises laundry staff and

responsible for overseeing

operations of laundry

department. Entry level

training provided.

Locker Attendant - Salary $1000-

1600/month.

No experience required

training provided.

Lounge Performer - Salary $4500-

7000/month.

Ability to entertain guests of

all ages. Must have own

original material.

Machinist - Salary $2400-3600/

month.

Machining and blueprint reading

experience.

Massage Therapist - Salary $2800-

3600/month.

Administering therapeutic massage to

both male and female clients, as well as

some spa services. Assist your co-

workers in maintaining a clean and

sanitary work place.

Nail Technician - Salary $2400-

3000/month.


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Responsible for performing hand and

foot treatments, evaluating clients

needs and recommending appropriate

treatments.

Night Auditor - Salary $2400-3000/

month.

Compare and review multiple reports to

ensure completeness and accuracy of

the daily transactions processed in the

different outlets

Ensure that manual charges and

adjustments are approved by managers

or supervisors

Ensure that manual transactions have

proper documentation

Run credit card transactions interface

for the multiple properties

Handle guests requests as needed

Compare deposit logs to the daily

cashiers shift reports for accuracy and

completeness

Identify, correct and/or address any

variances found in the process

Maintain management informed of

situations encountered and any

decisions made

Nurse - Salary $2800-3800/month.

Graduate of an accredited

School of Registered Nursing,

with current licensure;

Ambulatory or Specialty area

experience preferred; CPR

Healthcare Provider

certification mandatory.

Pastry Chef - Salary $1400-2000/

month.

Culinary degree in preferred.

At least five years

experience as a Pastry chef

in a high volume multi outletfull service operation.

Photographer - Salary $2000-2200/

month.

Strong dimensional design and

technical ability. Responsible for

taking portraits and processing.

Plumber - Salary $2000-2400/

month.

Pool Attendant/Lifeguards -


supervise swimmers

and bathers to prevent

accidents and make

sure they follow safety

regulations

rescue swimmers in

difficulty and provide

first-aid treatment ifrequired

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