India – Tennis Legend Arantxa Sanchez visits Longines boutique as brand ambassador

Triple Roland Garros winner Arantxa Sanchez is in India in her capacity as an ambassador for the “Rendez-Vous à’ Roland-Garros in partnership with Longines” event, to lend her support and popularize the Conquest Roland Garros ladies model. On 17th April, she visited the Longines boutique located in Connaught Place, New Delhi, to share her passion for Longines timepieces and specifically the official watch for the occasion – the Conquest Roland Garros.

The French Tennis Federation (FFT), organizers of the world’s premier clay court event – Roland-Garros (aka The French Open), in association with All India Tennis Association (AITA) today launched the third Indian edition of Rendez-Vous à Roland-Garros in partnership with Longines. Returning for the third consecutive year, the tournament is aimed at promoting young talents and clay-court tennis in India.

Speaking on the occasion, the event’s ambassador and former world no. 1 Spanish champion Arantxa Sanchez said,”I am extremely excited to be part of the Rendez-Vous à Roland-Garros in partnership with Longines. Longines has a rich history in the world of tennis and the Conquest Roland Garros is a fitting tribute to this. It is a beautiful timepiece which in my mind is a great representation of sporting elegance.”

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Madhu Jain – Ace Textile Revivalist

Not for nothing Madhu Jain’s name invokes respect. Bestowed with lofty titles such as the “Ikat Queen of India” or the “First Lady of Ikat”, Madhu has held dozens of exhibitions and shows in India and globally. She has stayed true to her love for natural fabrics and textiles, creating magic with the traditional weaves of India, and winning awards along the way, such as the FICCI FLO award for Excellence in the field of Creative Arts in 2009.

Among her many achievements was also the moment in 1997, when Madhu’s Nakshi Kantha and Dhaka Muslin Craft collections were showcased at the Miss world Pageant. In 2009 she was the official Style and Design partner promoting the traditional sari at the Miss India World Wide Contest

On the opening day of Amazon India Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2017 on 15th March, 2017,Madhu Jain presented a spectacular visual story of India’s rich textile heritage. Her 22-piece retrospective collection opened with a black, white, red Uzbekistan inspired ikat sari, and then moved onto a dramatic kurta with fluid pants.The black and white saris on the ramp, along with multi-coloured Patoladupattas was just the beginning of her fab showcase. The handloom saris with Devnagiri script borders and shimmering sequin palavs – some with the ancient print motifs were her old masterpieces, which she sourced from the private collection of her clients. The gold, black, red brocade Sherwani was regal, while the playful Warli prints on saris and the glitzy embroidered kurtas with matching potli bags and dazzling dupattas were eye-catching entries. The Thai weft style of Matmi or Mudmeeikat was innovatively blended with the Odisha or Andhra ikat.

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Indian artist NS Harsha retrospective at Mori Art Museum Tokyo

The contemporary Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, Japan is presenting artist N.S. Harsha’s mid-career retrospective exhibition, “Charming Journey”. The exhibition started on February 4th, 2017 and will be on until June 11th, 2017.  On display is Harsha’s grand scale art installation ‘Nations’ where 193 Usha sewing machines are showcased. These sewing machines are overlaid with calico painted flags signifying the countries that make up the United Nations. The exhibition showcases Harsha’s major work since 1995 and explores themes running consistently through his practice.

This is the first solo exhibition by the Indian Artist at the Mori Art Musueum. To date, Mori Art Museum has staged both region-specific exhibitions showcasing the current state of contemporary art in rapidly developing parts of the globe such as China, Africa, India and the Middle East, as well as major solo exhibitions by prominent Asian artists.

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Lodi and Glenfiddich pair Walk-in-the-Park with Whisky Tastings

A whisky-walk sounds like a contradiction in terms that the propensity to walk the straight line is indirectly proportional to the quantum of Patiala pegs down the hatch. In sum, it was actually Walk first Whisky later kind of evening. Organized by India City Walks,it was first encounter for many in the group, with the heritage tombs of Muhammed Shah and Sikander Lodi in the beautiful namesake garden. A very engaging concept, where the first part was cut short in view of the late hours and dusk having descended a tad early.

The more relaxing segment dedicated to Glenfiddich single malts was led by Anchal Kaushal from Liquid Sunshine, who introduced the Glenfiddich 12-year old, 15-year old and 18-year old whisky. Lodi – The Garden Restaurant paired with a few rounds of canapés.

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Fashion Soiree ‘Medusa by Sonal Jindal’ showcase at Belgian Embassy

The lawns of the Belgian Embassy were trampled flat by swish boots and stilettoes at the hugely successful fashion exhibition ‘Medusa by Sonal Jindal’. The hip and cool junta turned up in droves, and a veritable traffic jam ensued on Nyaya Marg, with cars double parked for want of space. The bright and sunny Sunday morning set the right ambience for families to step out and indulge.

A record number of 71 designers of fashion apparel and accessories participated in the event. Some of the popular participating labels were Mynah Designs by Reynu Taandon, Jewel Thief by Saraswati Kaul Jain, Karn Malhotra,Aak by Kunjana and Geetika, Rahul, Queens Jewels, Priyanka Khosla, R Studio Our Ensemble, Dubai based Sanam Tamanna. Abhilasha Poddar’s showcase of Benarassaris and fabrics was a huge draw, where most celebrities including Ms Shahnaz Hussein shopped. Angel Artmiss counseled on holistic living and predicted the future at the stall no.61. The label Gym Jam’scolorful stall displayed some amazing swim wear and gym wear apparel. Another month into the summer and they will be most in demand. Chinar by Alisha had some interesting comfort footwear. Jewel Thief’s Saraswati Kaul Jain and Udit Jain remained in demand and were kept busy by the rush of VIPs at their stall.

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India – 10th Edition of ICUNR International Women’s Day celebration at Le Meridian

The Indian Council for UN Relations (ICUNR) held its 10^th edition of International Women’s Day Awards on 3^rd March, 2017 at hotel Le Meridian, New Delhi. Kapil Mishra, Hon’ble Minister (Art, Culture & Languages/ Tourism) Govt. of National Capital Territory of Delhi, was the Guest of Honor. In keeping with the occasion, a panel discussion was held on the topic of “The Idea of India – Brand India & the Role of Women in Nation Building.” The eminent panel comprised of such luminaries as Padma Shri Naina Lal Kidwai, Shereen Bhan, Managing Editor of CNBC-TV18, Evelline Colin, Shreerupa Sil and Swati Maliwal, Chief of DCW Delhi Commission for Women.

Many a powerful women who are leaders in their field have been the recipient of the ICUNR Women’s Award, which is instituted by Mrs Ratan Kaul, Vice President ICUNR. The awardees for this year are as follows.

• Asha Devi for Women Empowerment
• Axelle Nicaise for India – EU Relations
• Evelyne Collin for Excellence in Banking
• Girija Krishan Varma for Excellence in Law
• E. Ms. Katabarumwe Ragine for excellence in Political Diplomacy
• Li Hong Ying for excellence in Social Diplomacy
• Payal S. Kanwar for Indo – French Releations
• Priya Sachdev for Excellence in Fashion
• Rekha Mehra for Excellence in Kathak
• Renu Hussain for Excellence in Poetry
• Shereen Bhan for Excellence in Journalism
• Surbhi Singh for Excellence in Social Work
• Swati Maliwal for Excellence in Social Activism

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Sonal Jindal’s fashion exhibition Medusa on 5th March at Belgian Embassy

The latest edition of the well-known fashion showcase, Medusa by Sonal Jindal is back again and is scheduled to take place on the lawns of the Embassy of Belgium, New Delhi, on Sunday,  5^th March, 2017. The all-day event is scheduled from 11 am to 8 pm, and promises to be a fun outing for the family.

With the demonetisation blues behind us, the event is expecting a good turnout, particularly in view that the entry is free and the weather is just right for the outdoors. The exhibition will see the participation of several designers, jewellers, Tarot Card readers and some more. Some brands are regulars at the Medusa showcase, such as the Jewel Thief by Saraswati Jain, who will be back again with her latest collection.

Already in ts third year, Medusa by Sonal Jindal provides a suitable destination for the many talented professionals running their own designer-wear initiatives, to connect with an audience which equally eagerly awaits this quarterly event.

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