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ZTE launches new Smartphone and Data card portfolio for its Indian customers The new range offers differentiated customer experience and features for Indian handset users ZTE Corporation (“ZTE”) (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a publicly-listed global provider of telecommunications equipment, network solutions and mobile devices, today launched six new smartphone and four new data card devices for its Indian customers. ZTE is the fourth largest mobile handset manufacturer globally, meeting global standards and delighting the customers with the innovative and feature rich portfolio ranging from entry level to high end smartphones.   Speaking on the launch Mr. Xu Dejun, CEO, ZTE India said, “ZTE is the leading global OEM supplier and has emerged as the trusted partner of choice for the Indian operators. Today ZTE enjoy a customer base of over 32 million Indian handset users and this widespread acceptance is a testimony to our differentia...

Gadha Prasa d of SAB TV's Chidi ya Ghar, a devou t Hanum an bhakt ! Gadhaprasad after a short break has joined the shoot of SAB TV’sChidiyaghar. It’s time for his fans to rejoice as their favouriteactor will entertain them once again with his unique antics. However, Gadhaprasad feels that his return has much to do with his firm beliefon Lord Hanuman who helped his speedy recovery from his illness. It is a lesser known fact that Gadhaprasad aka JeetuShivhare is adevout Hanuman bhakt in real life! Jeetu has been a regular visitor onLapataganj’s set and has been seen offering his prayers to the lord. So, it became quite natural for him to first visit the hanuman idol toseek blessings of lord before starting to shoot for the show. Though Jeetu’s love for the lord is unmatched for but, this Hanumnaidol on sets has been popular amongst the lapataganj cast especiallyBijiPandey aka Abbas Khan. Abbas Khan too like Gadhaprasd is a devout follower of the lord hanuman. Gadhaprasada...

Piramal Water Pvt. Ltd honoured with ‘Enabling Technology Award of the Year 2013’ ~ Frost & Sullivan India Electronics Awards 2013 recognizes Piramal Foundation for their outstanding work in the Electronic Security and Auto ID & Data Capture Technologies Market ~ Piramal Water Pvt. Ltd, an initiative by Piramal Foundation has been awarded with Frost & Sullivan India Electronics Awards for ‘Enabling Technology Award of the Year in the Electronic Security and Auto ID & Data Capture Technologies Market’ . This award is a tribute to the company that has developed a technology t revolutionalised the industry for the year 2012. Piramal Water Pvt. Ltd operates through its Water ATM’s in six states with unique RFID, cloud management systems and customized ERP solutions. Its franchisee model helps create local entrepreneurs, who sell water at ultra-affordable prices (30 paisa per litre) and become financially sustainable. Th...

Rapaport Small Diamond Index Down 1% in 2Q Rapaport Auctions Sell Over 100,000cts in 2Q 2013.   The Rapaport Melee Index (RMI™) for small diamonds decreased by 1% to 134.24 during the second quarter of 2013. Year on year the index is up 9.6% from its level of 122.48, recorded in June 2012. Overall melee diamond prices increased during the first half of 2013 but have started to decline in the past two months due to tight liquidity and the sharp rupee depreciation. Indian diamond cutters, who are the primary manufacturers of small diamonds, have reduced production and are laying off workers.  Copyright © by Martin Rapaport   “Diamond markets are cautious with prices under pressure as severe currency and credit issues in India reduce market liquidity and confidence. While Chinese and Far East growth has slowed, stable U.S. demand is holding up the market. We expect the market to pick up for small diamonds towards the end of the summer with healthy U.S. d...

Indian Institute of Packaging organizes a two day training program on ‘Principles of Pack aging for Women Entrepreneurs’ on 12 th -13 th August, 2013 The Indian Institute of packaging is organizing a two-day training program on “Principles of Packaging for Women Entrepreneurs” The program is for women entrepreneurs in all fields, who have packaged goods in their product portfolio like handicrafts, textiles, food products, machinery. The faculty for the program will be both internal as well as invited from industry. The two day program includes topics such as:- 1. Basic concepts of Packaging 2. Plastics in Packaging 3. Packaging of Fresh and Processed Food 4. Role of Branding in Packaging 5. Importance of testing and quality assurance and much more. DATE: 12TH & 13TH August, 2013     VENUE: IIP, Mumbai REGISTRATION FEE:   Rs. 5,500/- (Non-Member), Rs. 5,000/- (Ordinary Member) and Rs. 4,750/- (Life-Member) + 12.36% ...

Kyoorius and Zee announce the launch of the 2013 edition of the annual Kyoorius Designyatra conference. Kyoorius, which has been galvanizing the design community across India since 2006, today announced the launch of the 2013 edition of its annual conference - Kyoorius Designyatra. Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEE), India’s leading television, media and entertainment company, is the presenting corporate partner for Kyoorius. Through its strong presence worldwide, ZEE entertains over 670+million viewers across 169 countries and was ranked the 9th most popular brand within a decade of its launch. Kyoorius Designyatra, which figures amongst the top five annual design conferences across the world, has in the past featured inspiring designers from all over the world as speakers – Kenya Hara, Paula Scher, Stefan Sagmeister, Wally Olins, Michael Johnson, Kyle Cooper, Martin Sorrell, Paul Belford, etc. In its ninth edition, Kyoorius Designyatra 2013 will be held i...

Mercury's First Wireless Bluetooth Headset ' SOUL ' gives 10 hours Battery Life Toggle free between calls and music tracks, easily gets paired with bluetooth enabled devices - laptops, tablets, mobile phones, iPhone, Mp3/mp4 players Kobian , a leading player in computer peripherals and tablets, has entered the world of wireless with the launch of SOUL, a Bluetooth-enabled headset. The product features easy toggling between calls and music tracks, crystal clear sound with feature rich design and comes in vibrant colors like red, black, blue, pink, orange and white. Mercury SOUL has carefully sculpted controls in the ear cap and features audible instructions. It pairs with devices like laptops, tablets, mobile phones and mp3/mp4 systems through Bluetooth. It has an extremely long battery life of 10 hours and can be charged through USB, so you can juice it up in an airport lounge with your laptop. The design is stylish and trendy and c...