11 March 2023, Bangalore Karnataka: Kauvery Hospitals Electronic City, Bangalore, proudly announces the launch of its new dedicated Renal Sciences block on the occasion of World Kidney Day.
On March 9th, 2023, the new Renal Sciences Block was inaugurated by Padma Shri. Dr. Girish Kasaravalli, ace Indian Film Director, in the presence of Dr. S. Vijayabaskaran Executive Director of Kauvery Hospitals, Bangalore & Hosur.
As this year’s campaign for World Kidney Day focuses on raising awareness about kidney health and the importance of preventing as well as treating the kidney diseases, Kauvery Hospitals, Bangalore takes this opportunity to provide an important platform for healthcare providers to deliver world class treatment and services at affordable cost to the patients. It further emphasizes the need for adopting integrated healthcare services by prioritizing the prevention, early detection as well as the treatment of complicated diseases related to renal sciences.
Padma Shri. Dr. Girish Kasaravalli, ace Indian Film Director said: On this important day I am feeling privileged to inaugurate the Renal science block in Kauvery hospital Bangalore. It is important to Motivate and educate people about the kidney health and also If you choose to become a kidney donor, you could be offering a better quality of life to someone who relies on dialysis to do the jobs their kidneys can no longer do. You could even save a life, as the average life expectancy for someone on dialysis.
Dr. S. Vijayabaskaran Executive Director of Kauvery Hospitals, Bangalore & Hosur said: As this year’s World Kidney Day campaign aims to provide ‘Kidney health for all’, we continue to concentrate on enhancing the health of each and every patient because of our expertise in diagnosing nephrological and urological conditions by offering precise, individualized treatment to all the patients we believe that every stage of kidney disease or kidney failure can be treated well by the experts here by providing integrated and advanced healthcare services.
11 auditorium property houses Bengaluru’s first Cinepolis MacroXE and VIP auditoriums
New Delhi, 3rd March 2023: Cinépolis, first international cinema exhibitor in India, today announced the launch of Cinépolis first MACRO XE and VIP at Lulu Mall, Bengaluru. With the strategic move of opening multiplexes at prime locations, launch of its first luxury format in Bengaluru will further strengthen its positioning among its patrons and associates in the premium luxury multiplex industry.
The launch of its first luxury format multiplex comes up in its new 11 Screen cinema with 1 Macro XE and 3 VIP Screens. With this launch, Cinepolis has augmented its presence in Bengaluru with 47 screens across 8 properties and consolidated its foothold in South India with 105 screens in 19 properties. This will be Cinepolis 2nd MACRO XE after Gurugram and 4th VIP after its success in Thane, Pune, and Kochi.
The new 11- screen property featuring Macro XE and VIP Screens has a total seating capacity of 2053 guests. The cinema is equipped with newer ergonomic seating, full service Coffee Tree, all digital screens with Real D 3D Technology and DOLBY Atmos to create an impact with mind blowing images, powerful sound and captivating 3D to make the movie going experience truly extra-large. Our Macro XE auditorium is designed from the ground up to offer a larger-than-life experience. The large format screen, larger-than-life audio, large leg-room are all part of this experience. Furtermore, red coloured leatherette and curved seating layout in MACRO XE is designed to create an optimal viewing and audio experience no matter where you are seated in the auditorium.
Each element in VIP is designed to give you an experience to remember with plush leatherette couple-seating recliners, a dedicated curated gourmet menu with call button service. Everything at VIP is designed to pamper you while you enjoy your favorite movie.
Speaking on the launch, Mr. Devang Sampat, CEO, Cinépolis India, said, “We are thrilled to bring our first MACRO XE and VIP in Bengaluru and it is the dynamism of these markets and evolving demand from audiences that enables us in bringing innovations and world class cinematic experiences to every part of the country. With the great movie line up and rising demand from movie connoisseurs, we are confident that Bengaluru audience will enjoy our new multiplex for a holistic cinema experience.”
He further added, These luxury formats reiterate our promise of bringing newer experiences to suit the demand of the ever changing entertainment landscape. It is our constant endevour to
upgrade the cinematic experience by bringing the latest technology and customer engagement into the industry and MACRO XE, our home grown format, is the validation of our promise. We are certain that the discerning patrons here in Bengaluru and in other markets will enjoy our home-grown format and our efforts. Ofcourse, none of this would have been possible without the support of the Lulu Malls team. The developer has been extremely supportive throughout and we look forward to collaborating with them on future projects.”
Mr.Shibu Philips, Director – Lulu Malls India said, “We are happy to have an iconic and world-class cinema chain – Cinépolis now being part of Lulu Mall, Bengaluru. The mall is situated in the most premium location and we associate with the best of the brands in the business. We believe that Cinépolis, with it’s brand new design architecture will complement the mall and we look forward to an entertaining journey ahead.”
Shri DK Shivakumar, said,”Cinepolis is a well known international brand name. Similarly, Global Malls is being operated by an internationally renowned and respected brand Lulu Malls. I am sure that customers will have a great time at this property and enjoy movies in the best way possible.”
With the opening of the Cinépolis Lulu Mall, Bengaluru with 11 screens, Cinépolis total screen-count now stands at 436 screens with 97 multiplexes across India. The iconic ‘Coffee Tree’ offers movie connoisseurs an elaborate gourmet menu that serves a range of delectable food and beverages offering a plethora of cuisines from Italian to American to Indian. The brand also offers a continuous customer engagement and loyalty program, ‘Club Cinépolis’ that allows the patron to earn and burn points on movie tickets and has exclusive benefits of special screenings, meet & greet with stars and much more.
Since its inception in India, Cinépolis has created a strong footprint across 62 Indian cities with the focus on opening multiplexes in prime locations in metros and mini metros. India is now the second largest market and remains the fastest growing market for Cinépolis, globally and plans to add 200 more screens in next 3 years.
Cinépolis India has created a strong footprint across 62 Indian cities with strong presence in major metros: Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. Cinépolis extends a contemporary approach which seamlessly weaves the entire range of cherry-picked cinema formats from across the world under one roof offering an unmatched experience to all movie patrons.
Bengaluru, Mar.02: With its unparalleled natural beauty, picturesque destinations, excellent accommodation & banquet facilities and connectivity, Kerala has the potential to be developed as a wedding destination. The recent trend shows that, a considerable number of destination weddings are happening across Kerala. Be it the serene backwaters fringed by swaying palm trees, pristine beaches where foamy waves create a calming symphony, or the mystic hill stations with sprawling tea plantations, this state is the ideal place to embark on a new beginning.
Buoyed by a clutch of global awards and accolades, Kerala Tourism will unleash a raft of new projects and events that will turn the state into an all-season destination and make the stay of new-age travellers a relaxing, rejuvenating and learning experience by unfolding before them the captivating charm of rural hinterland and lesser-known places.
For Kerala Tourism, 2022 was a year of remarkable achievements and inspiring global and national honours.
TIME magazine featured Kerala as one of the ‘50 Extraordinary Destinations to explore in 2022’. Conde Nast Traveller recognized Kerala’s ‘Aymanam village’ as one among 30 best places to visit in 2022, the state was chosen by Travel & Leisure magazine for the ‘Global Vision Award’. The state was also voted as the ‘Best Wedding Destination’ by readers of Travel Plus Leisure.
Commenting on the marketing campaigns, Tourism Minister Shri P A Mohamed Riyas said, the focus will no longer be confined to beaches, backwaters and hill stations. “We now want to transform the whole of Kerala into an interconnected tourist haven, where visitors get plenty of choices and diverse experiences. All this will make a trip to Kerala, a wholesome experience for visitors looking for diverse experiences – be it a stay in a houseboat or a caravan, ecologically responsible adventure activities or visits to heritage and cultural centres.”
“Kerala has huge potential to emerge as an ideal Wedding Destination and it is going to be a major segment of our tourism. A series of marketing activities have been planned as part of a concerted strategy to promote Kerala as a global wedding destination and a paradise for honeymooners,” he added.
Mr Sajeev, Information Officer, Kerala Tourism said “Kerala’s houseboats, caravan stays, jungle lodges, plantation visits, homestays, Ayurveda-based wellness solutions, countryside walks and adventure activities, including trekking to verdant hills, will be a real feast providing a unique experience to visitors,”.
“We have made elaborate plans to give an effective thrust to showcase Kerala’s new projects like Caravan Tourism – “Keravan Kerala”, as well as its core assets like beaches, hill stations, houseboats and backwater segment to heighten the totality of visitor experience,” he added.
Kerala set an all-time record in domestic tourist footfalls in last year. The state hosted 1.33 crore tourists in the first three quarters of the year. Significantly, this marked an increase of 1.94 per cent from the pre-pandemic year.
Last year, the STREET project, a part of the state’s storied Responsible Tourism initiative, bagged the global award at World Travel Market (WTM), London. Besides, India Today ranked Kerala as the topmost performer in tourism in the ‘big states’ category.
The ongoing December 2022-April 2023 Kochi-Muziris Biennale is getting a stupendous responses from connoisseurs of art as well as tourists from across the world.
The first phase of the B2B partnership meets held in Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur & Lucknow earlier in January and Ahmedabad, Chennai & Hyderabad earlier in February, had a highly encouraging response from the industry.
Kerala Tourism had a grandeur presence, showcasing the unique touristy features of the state, in the just concluded, OTM (Outbound Travel Market) Mumbai and at the South Asian Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE), New Delhi.
Find your inner joy and #ComeAlive | Run, Dance, Walk, Celebrate the Boomerang Register Now! Cadbury Fuse joins as the Snacking Partner l aidbees as the Philanthropy Partner l Vedanta as the Social Connect Partner Bengaluru, 28th February 2023: Procam International, pioneers of globally renowned distance-running events in India, have announced the 15th edition of the Tata Consultancy Services World 10K Bengaluru (TCSW 10K), scheduled for Sunday, 21st May. The milestone 15th edition of the World’s Premier 10K, highlights the growing popularity of distance-running events and the undeniable resurgence of participative sport in India. Today, the TCS World 10K is more than a race. It evokes something larger, something significant. The event is as much about the sport, as it is about giving back to society and creating an impact for good. Spectacular Course. Individual triumphs. Electric atmosphere. The sense of occasion. An emotional time. Making something within us #ComeAlive; giving off a powerful energy – is being capable of more than you imagined, doing something meaningful, believing in yourself, making it count, and finding your inner joy. Registrations for the USD 210,000 prize money event will commence tomorrow, Wednesday, 1st March 2023, and end on Friday, 28th April 2023, or as soon as running places are filled or whichever is earlier. For an even more enhanced and wide footprint, the event will also have a virtual app-run run exclusively on the TCS World 10K app, and registrations for it will end on Monday, 15th May 2023, or as soon as running places are filled or whichever is earlier. Register now on https://tcsworld10k.procam.in. “This year, as the TCS World 10K Bengaluru completes 15 years, we celebrate 15 years of wellness, community, and perseverance,” said ES Chakravarthy, Global RMG Head & Vice President, TCS. “Over the years, the event has brought together fitness enthusiasts from all over the world and cemented its position as one of the most impactful running events in the country. TCS has always believed in the power of sport and strives to build a healthier and more vibrant future through its many sporting events. The TCS World 10K Bengaluru is a testament to the company’s brand positioning of ‘Building on Belief’, which promotes belief in oneself, the community, and a bright future. We are excited to see runners and wellness enthusiasts back on the streets of Bengaluru to be part of this shared experience and celebrate community, camaraderie, and the power of sport,” he added.
True to its status, the World Athletics Gold Label Race will see the best athletes and amateurs take to the start line in the 10K, the fitness enthusiasts in the Majja Run (5.1km), Senior Citizen Run and Champions with Disability (4.2km). To encourage women’s participation there are a limited number of running places reserved for women who cannot produce a timing certificate. Registration in this criterion will be on a first come first served basis. Dr. Ashwathnarayan C. N. , Hon’ble Minister of Information Technology – Biotechnology, Higher Education, Science & Technology, congratulated the event on a landmark 15th year. He said, “I am confident that once again, the TCS World 10k will charge up the city as always. We feel really proud that Procam has been excellent in bringing the community together for a positive cause.” This is IDFC FIRST Bank’s second year with the Tata Consultancy Services World 10K Bengaluru, as the exclusive Associate Sponsor. Talking about the association, Naarayan TV, Chief Marketing Officer, IDFC FIRST Bank said – “We are delighted to continue being the associate sponsors for the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, which celebrates the city and its people. We are a universal bank catering to customers and businesses alike. Supporting marathons aligns with our philosophy of Social-Good, which is one of the founding pillars of the Bank. The Bengaluru 10K is special because it is a hub of technology and innovation which is something that IDFC FIRST Bank is known for. We look forward to an event that radiates energy, inspires a spirit of camaraderie and encourages people.” Flagged off from the iconic Sree Kanteerava Stadium, the event’s spectacular course is shaped like a Boomerang. And it traverses the city’s most scenic and historic locations, including Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park, and Chinnaswamy Stadium.
The Boomerang is a symbol of Bengaluru’s spirit, culture, and diversity. You can Run the Boomerang, Walk the Boomerang, Celebrate the Boomerang in costume, Do the Boomerang with family, friends, and colleagues, cheer along the Boomerang, or experience the Boomerang in your special way this year at the TCS World 10K, Bengaluru. Running is the fastest-growing participative sport in India. Approximately 700 new amateur runners lace up each day to begin their tryst with running. Distance Running has proven to be an effective experiential platform for brands. A sustainable model to have long-term engagement and immersive experience, with relevant touchpoints throughout the year. Since its inception, The TCS World 10K has joined forces with some of the best brands in the world and now joining the event are two new partners. Mondelez India’s premium countline brand Cadbury Fuse is its Snacking Partner. Loaded with delicious Cadbury, peanuts, and rich smooth caramel, a bar of Fuse is what everyone needs to beat the ‘bhaari bhookh’ after the race.
Commenting on the partnership, Nitin Saini, Vice President- marketing, Mondelez India said “As a global snacking brand, partnering with leading events such as the TCS World 10K Bengaluru provides an exciting opportunity. After the Tata Mumbai Marathon, this is our second partnership with a running event, and it rightly reiterates the proposition of Cadbury Fuse being a tasty solution to consumer’s hunger needs. This product continues to be the perfect snacking partner for participants who want a quick, filling, and on-the-go snack. We are looking forward to being the snacking partner and providing our delicious bars to fuel their journey to the finish line.” India’s leading conglomerate Vedanta Limited joins as the Social Connect Partner. With transformation for a sustainable future at the heart of its business operations, Vedanta’s commitment to giving back to society has been a part of its core ethos. Started in 2020, aidbees is the world’s first social kindness platform, striving to make the world kinder with its various initiatives. aidbees joins as the Philanthropy Partner and is a one-stop platform for donations, community building, and volunteering. “Aidbees is elated to be associated with the 15th edition of TCS World 10K Bengaluru, 2023 as their philanthropy partner. This yearly event which has grown to be South India’s largest sporting philanthropy platform will give aidbees an opportunity to fulfill its mission of spreading kindness. We are sure that Bangalore runners will show their true nature of helping those in need,” said, Zamrooda Khanday, CEO, aidbees.
Talking about its milestone 15th edition, Vivek Singh, Joint MD, Procam International said, “The TCS World 10K, Bengaluru is a celebration of life, a celebration of the human spirit that inspires us to go beyond ourselves and helps us #ComeAlive. With this 15th edition, we are committed to being bigger and better. This year, we welcome Vedanta, Cadbury Fuse and aidbees who share our vision of promoting mass participative sports and leveraging the power of community.
He added, “The collective effort of our government authorities, sponsors, and runners has put this event on the global map of distance running. A Special mention to the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, who have supported the event since its inception and have been at the forefront of promoting sporting activities in Karnataka.”
Tata Consultancy Services World 10K has continued support from the Government of Karnataka, Karnataka Athletic Association, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Home Affairs, Bengaluru Police, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, Department of Horticulture, Cubbon Park Walkers Association, Sports Authority of India, Athletics Federation of India, World Athletics, Association of International Marathons & Distance Races and Global Sports Communication. The Tata Consultancy Services World 10K is strengthened by partnerships from Title Sponsor — TCS Associate Sponsor — IDFC FIRST Bank Sports Goods Partner — ASICS Driven by — Tiago.ev Snacking Partner — Cadbury FUSE Hydration Partner — Bisleri Energy Drink Partner — FAST&UP Social Connect Partner – Vedanta Print Partner — The Times of India Entertainment Partner — Mirchi Medical Services Partner — Fortis Philanthropy Partner — aidbees Hospitality Partner — ITC Windsor Bengaluru
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