Mumbai, February 3, 2014 -Arya Vidya Mandir, Bandra as part of its educational initiative, is organizing a two day long festival in honor of the great Indian Physicist, Scientist and father of Indian Space Programe Dr. Vikaram Sarabhai on February 6 and 7, 2014.  The students will be presenting theatrical plays, drama, skits and dance around Dr Sarabhai’s life and enlighten the new generation of students about the mammoth contributions made by him for India’s space programme, scientific technology and research. More than 1000 students affiliated to ICSE Schools in Mumbai will participate in this mega festival.   Mrs Jyoti Kumar, Director, Arya Vidya Mandir Group of Institutions, says “The school has developed a unique platform to provide the student community with an opportunity to showcase their creative expression and assimilate as much from Dr. Vikaram Sarabhai who was  truly an inspiring personality. He put India on the international map in the field of space resea

Heritage and luxury meet at Surat’s premium shopping destination January 28, 2014 – Surat’s fashion conscious can now keep time in style. Virtuous Retail, India’s largest institutionally owned developer-operator of lifestyle shopping centers, is excited to bring India’s largest retailer of luxury watches, Ethos along with the prestigious Swiss brand Omega to the city’s new premium lifestyle shopping center, VR Surat. Ethos, India’s largest chain of multi-brand luxury watch boutiques has a grand store of 1376 sq ft with over 4500 spectacular watches on display - each meticulously segregated by filters including brand, price, gender, movement, case material, strap type and water resistance, to name a few. Some of the brands showcasing here include Rado, Tissot, Seiko, FRC, Balmain, Swatch, CK, Fossil, Armani, Diesel, DKNY, Casio, for watch enthusiasts to choose from. With around 43 stores in India, across 13 cities (Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi,

                                                  Make the world your canvas (The last date to submit the application is 31 st  January 2014) VR Surat, the first retail lifestyle destination developed by Virtuous Retail, is inviting art lovers and enthusiasts to submit entries for the Dumas Art Project that offers a worthy platform where fledgling artists can showcase their work alongside some of  art world’s biggest names such as Paresh Maity and Arzan Khambatta. Surat is fast becoming an art hub and meeting ground for artists, and by offering their space to promote timeless works VR Surat is making a significant contribution to bringing the city’s art scene alive. They have already garnered significant media and public attention by their curated display of art installations in the extraordinary 600,000 SF Flagship Center . Commenting on this one-of-a-kind initiative, Sumi Gupta, Director, Virtuous Retail says, “If art is what you eat, drink and breathe then n

V irtuous Retail, India’s largest institutionally owned developer-operator of lifestyle shopping centers, is excited to announce the debut of leading luxury brand Tara Jewellers’ first stand-alone pop-up store at its extraordinary 600,000 sq ft flagship center VR Surat. Having changed the retail landscape of Surat by introducing to the city and the state some of the most exciting fashion and lifestyle brands, Virtuous Retail is pleased to present Tara Jewellers to its customers. The collection at Tara Jewellers reflects modern, unique, iconic and edgy designs that make a statement & is an amalgamation of intricate craftsmanship with a contemporary touch. For women who love their rocks and jewellery, and those who are in search of the best for a special occasion, Tara Jewellers will be a treasure trove with its exclusive range of fine jewellery at affordable prices.  With an attractive décor in shades of white and purple, the see through glass façade showcases the different

Iconic brand TBZ-The Original has proved once again that when it comes to design, it will always win acclaim and accolades from all stakeholders! Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri Limited , a well-known and trusted jewellery retailer in India, has been conferred with three Jaipur Jewellery Show-Indian Jeweller Jewellers Choice Design Awards 2013 – 1. Designer Jewellery Under Rs. 5,00,000 ,2. Best Bridal Design Between Rs. 10,00,001-20,00,000 and 3. Editor's Choice Award -Best Bridal over Rs.20, 00,000. TBZ-The Original was the only brand to win three awards in multiple Jeweller’s Choice categories Mr. Shrikant Zaveri, Chairman and Managing Director, TBZ Ltd. received the awards at a glittering function hosted by actress Mona Singh in the presence of prominent personalities such as Siddharth Singh- Joint Secretary – Ministry of Commerce ; Vipul Shah - Chairman, Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council; and Ashok Parnami, MLA, etc. A vibrant fashion show with the best of the gold an

Buying jewellery, today, is fashion, status, auspicious and at the same time, full of emotions. It relates to sentiments of lakhs of people during auspicious occasions like wedding, festivals, high end gifts to family and other similar occasions. But our economy and living standards do not permit every Indian to buy jewellery as and when they like. The decision to make a jewellery purchase itself calls for so much preparations – Is it necessary to buy now and can it be postponed? What should be budget? Shall we take out from savings or pay by credit card which can give us option of paying in instalments? What shall be compromised in place of such a purchase?  What jewellery shop should be considered for the purchase, should we go for a brand or a local jeweller? Are there any offers going on? Will there be any discounts? And so on. What if, in such a dilemma, a well known jeweller offers you best designs, best prices, to pay in advance instalments without interest, and on top of

MLA RAJENDRABHAI PATEL FELICITATES BALAKALAKAARS AT FESTIVAL PARK Surat, December 26, 2013 – As the entire City celebrates its very own festival - KhoobSurat 2013-14 - VR Surat, Gujarat’s only world-class community centric lifestyle destination, hosted Balakalakaar – City’s largest painting workshops for 1,200 underprivileged children. Held on Christmas Day at the Festival Park at VR Surat, Balakalakaar, an initiative of AIESEC in association with Virtuous Retail, provides underprivileged children from the city’s municipal schools, orphanages and slums, with a wonderful opportunity to express themselves through art with an innovative painting workshop. From various  locations across Surat, 600 of these children are from Pratham NGO affiliated to Municipal Schools in slum areas such as Unn, Mithikhadi, Navagam, Pandesara, Amroli, Kasod; 400 children are from Vatsalya Dham Orphanage, Kamrej; and 200 are from Umra Surat Municipal Corporation School No. 3. Rajendrabhai Patel,

Non-stop fun @VR Surat during Christmas (December 21 to 25), Ponk Fest (December 26 to 31) and New Year (December 26-January 5) This New Year’s Eve, the City of Surat, which has a vibrant history of unique celebrations, gets its very own festival. VR Surat, Gujarat’s only world-class community centric lifestyle destination, has announced a 15-day long festival ‘KhoobSurat 2013-14’ from December 21, 2013 to January 5, 2014. The flagship Center of Virtuous Retail, India’s first and largest institutionally owned developer-operator of lifestyle shopping centers, has lined up non-stop celebrations during Christmas (December 21-25), Ponk Fest (December 26-31) and New Year (December 26 to January 5). Special workshops for all members of the family have been organized at the Food Box and other venues at the center (see box for reference).  These include: Glitter Art Workshop for Children (December 21); Christmas Ornament Making Workshop for Children (December 22); Makeover f

Collection inspired by the Colours of Rainbow After the much successful diamond and wedding jewellery collections, PC Jeweller very enthusiastically has presented today a new line of jewellery called ‘SPECTRUM’ at all its 39 showrooms across the country. The new collection ‘SPECTRUM’ has been launched, keeping in mind the shift towards light and easy to wear jewellery amongst younger and working population. Inspired by the colours of the rainbow, the designs are engraved with stylish and colourful diamonds and stones cut in trendy shapes and affixed on yellow and white gold metal base. The collection will be available in likes of earrings, bracelets, rings, pendants and pendant sets and will come in the many colours of rainbow ranging through red to violet. PCJ has positioned ‘SPECTRUM’ as casual and affordable jewellery with the price ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1, 20,000. Brilliantly adopting the vibrance of the rainbow, the jewels have an opaque charm when adorne

·          Four different segments and 26 awards categories ·          Last date for applications – 16 th January 2014; Awards Nite on 21 st February 2014 ·          Jewellery Awards – Jewellery Category open to all including non-members of GJF ·          An independent and reputed agency shall be screening, monitoring and auditing the event. Mumbai, December 5, 2013: The All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF), the national trade body for the promotion and growth of trade in Gems and Jewellery Industry across India, presents the National Jewellery Awards (NJA 2014), the most prestigious awards in the gems & jewellery (G&J) industry to recognize the immense talent, innovation and creativity of its valued members and associates. NJA 2014 are an industry’s recognition from the industry, by the industry, to the industry. NJA 2014 comprises four different segments and 26 award categories. The four different segments are: Retailer Awards – Jewellery (