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India Couture Week 2020: JJ Valaya Collections BURSA...The Ottoman Saga

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2038" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGCRmMZnaJdscbjEXBjLaWlYYWOI48klLRoyRFRkimh0exSzbYWJO3u9eK3YTwxoTNppLt6iParLD9xdsekGTQs0pZFC-izgQWvC2DKEqJ8gyJgL4SewPrq4opwzUcl-f21gnYIDL18o/w637-h640/Collection+By+JJ+Valaya+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25281%2529.jpg" width="637" /></div> In the highly acclaimed spirit of the Royal Nomad that the illustrious couturier JJ Valaya is fondly known for, begins his journey from ‘Tabriz’, his last collection based on the mystical culture and arts of Persia into the alleys of BURSA and 14-17th century of the Ottoman Empire in Turkey. This Ottoman inspired winter collection is named after ‘Bursa’, a city which holds a special place in Ottoman history as their founding capital, and also as the birthplace of Ottoman architecture. The Master Couturier aims and intends to showcase his resplendent and glorious collection at the FDCI India Couture Week which was the first in the Indian fashion scenario by virtue of it being a virtual presentation."In our legacy of many endearing firsts over nearly 3 decades, we once again look forward to being a part of yet another first in India, the FDCI Virtual India Couture Week," says JJ Valaya. Bursa hadalways been a fascination for historians,medieval explorers and travellers, including the likes of the famed traveller, Ibn Battuta, who on his visit to Bursa in 1331, was impressed by the then Sultan as he enjoyed the "city with the fine bazaars and wide streets, surrounded on all sides by gardens and running springs". <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1424" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMTUF-F3OyeEv7wsBFc0doMFztka5lyoZG7dz7Zy8zXw1_fQyyCvFm9J5ijtCHySAaG7lRSLM-RK7edKrm_FYWd-1RSeJxyL2jxBwSBVsk8wQiUaTMzPwVrQdgZCXZ33xCQSX30fUrK84/w444-h640/Collection+By+JJ+Valaya+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25285%2529.jpg" width="444" /></div> Researched inspirations for this year's collection include the famed Ottoman silks, which were among the most characteristic and artistic products of the empire, besides the nomadic kilims of the period. Additionally, Ottoman miniatures, known as ‘Taswir', which are painted to illustrate manuscripts or used in dedicated albums, and the art of ‘Tezhip’, (meaning ornamenting with gold), a non-figurative painted or drawn decorative art in books or on a sheet are eminently pervasive in this year's collection. Also, part of the label's discoveries this season are jewels of the Ottoman Empire, with the ‘Topkapi’ palace jewels, which are counted amongst the largest such treasuries in the Islamic world, holding the main treasures of the empire. Details of Turkish armour, especially the quills used then, as well as a medley of Turkishflora, fauna and fruits such as pomegranates further enrich this year's collection. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmybMuRTQ6MnWpJmKzv8Ud_35Jv8O97Ilu-UST2NmINzhYc425yll7J-VOAAF9XLmHQqPL_DoSRa2WIiHa5-CWO3p1Qk5JfAkm4HF_2wt55PorcUlGpdUbb3IMpzHJEkyXNSRTvBhlnKg/w426-h640/Collection+By+JJ+Valaya+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25288%2529.jpg" width="426" /></div> The collection holistically reflects the usage of burnished metallics and golds to give an antique aesthetic to the garments, a distinguished signature of brand. Delicate and intricate craftsmanship remains a Valaya essentialand with Swarovskicrystals, silk threads, beads, pearls and age old Zardozibeautifully sewn into the gentle folds of fine silks and velvets, there is something extremely special about this collection that gives a nostalgic yet royal resonance.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1357" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz2sdWXJ0pxSqhZ7_Zy2IF0CC0FAi2fvfbQLKBuVr5FZQCSLiGiSHT9P64oeWcx819WnLbiLzTYAzNZqCNnU56cj8-XkumlIvmq2wXnqquztfD7_Ask9qdro2sKbcWSHx0thJxof8C2g0/w424-h640/Collection+By+JJ+Valaya+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%252810%2529.jpg" width="424" /></div> The couture show, whilst narrating the Ottoman Saga through a showcase of 48 pieces for men and women, will also be unique in another way as the entire showcase shall revolve around the 3 key silhouettes of Indian weddings and celebrations: The Lehenga, The Sherwani and The Sari along with the label's latest addition: the IKA jacket, which is a younger sibling to ‘Alika’, one of the labels’ cult and iconic jacket, which people can configure for themselves on screen, signifying a decadent feast and emotional high for onlookers and patrons. The couturier plans to showcase his summer interpretation of Bursa early next year.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk5CcZmC4PQW71FgAS-D0Pp64xqb-fJC-9d2CidKEH1w3R3heS48kW3Emo4KZb2U1AHQM3C2zDgt-F3GKaigqWOdFntUzOb3avYBHDDLhzLjKXLA2FRlfl1s7ndnWCr66iGy6clHPzdWY/w426-h640/Collection+By+JJ+Valaya+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25284%2529.jpg" width="426" /></div> The Jewelry Partner for this year's couture collection is Archana Aggarwal from Timeless Jewels. Since two decades, Archana has been crafting luxury jewellery with refined sophistication and this association with Master Couturier JJ Valaya gives her traditional Indian jewellery a unique expression. Bursavery beautifully amalgamates Valaya's vision and Archana's finesse in fine jewellery. Within this inspired collection, Archana Aggarwal has worked meticulously on an assortment of necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings and hair and hand accessories, to complement the collection. "It is my immense pleasure to showcase this special jewellery line for the JJ Valaya Couture Collection and I wish him all the best for this show”, says Archana Aggarwal.

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In the highly acclaimed spirit of the Royal Nomad that the illustrious couturier JJ Valaya is fondly known for, begins his journey from ‘Tab...

Missing You Amma: Short Movie.... The Lockdown Diary of a Little Girl

<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Missing You Amma: Short Movie.... The Lockdown Diary of a Little Girl" border="0" data-original-height="448" data-original-width="303" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaVA6v9dLH0rGrBw2oAkMIFo8vXvsEOSM_HGRWL33rt9q95YSG5Qw7SqqH2fQkSFMk4TXG0kM5hIiNLAS47E6iyBdUAt2O4IjOxfQ0uj0HilBOyxumvZN-0K4pg1971rJidM3bU9gNpA/w270-h400/Missing+You+Amma.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" title="Missing You Amma: Short Movie.... The Lockdown Diary of a Little Girl" width="270" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td></tr></tbody></table>Rebecca Mathew an eight year old ardent fan of Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor break her piggy bank to make a Hindi Film. A 3rd standard student of Holy Cross Convent School, Kalyan is all set to launch her maiden movie by the first week of November 2020.Scripted and Directed by Rebecca, her movie ‘Missing You Amma’ highlights the experience of a little girl in Mumbai, without her Amma being around during this pandemic lock down. Rebecca also plays a lead role in the movie along with some of her friends. Her brother Ryan-Mathew who is 17 year old helped her with the designing and production of the movie. Being an ardent fan of Varun Dhawan and Shrddha Kapoor, Rebecca has a passionate interest for Hindi and English, films. As there have been no releases of Hindi movies in the last few months of lock down, she has decided to come out with her-own movie. Rebecca explains about the movie with a lot of excitement "I’m fond of Hindi films, and especially I watch all the movies of Varun Dhawan and Sharaddha Kapoor. I was a bit disappointed as there has been no release of Hindi movies recently.  Therefore I broke my piggy bag to fund for this short film with my brother’s help to complete the project.”<a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2020/09/target-olympic-games-tokyo-2021paris.html">Target Olympic Games Tokyo-2021,Paris-2024 and Los Angles-2028: 94 athletes included in the TOP Scheme</a>She further added, "I don't know where I am going to play this movie. I wanted to run this on Amazon Prime Videos, but somebody told me that they do not take short films. Any ways I will try my luck with some other networks such as ZEE 5 or Netflix. However I'm not worried about that, as I will have my YouTube Channel ready by then.”

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Rebecca Mathew an eight year old ardent fan of Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor break her piggy bank to make a Hindi Film. A 3rd standard st...

ICW 2020: Designer Manish Malhotra Collections displayed

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1638" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixDuG2AguQFcmGKa1aT7vozznbq83spNw4uOYMbzbpfOb5uXTafeTYvdpYKBLkGBdkAWb8q3bAoo_OUkok8Y3icdaINZMuhyphenhyphenQMfVWfj83BNpPzjbAeyZ-QTM2Q7jXK9dEGNg7N0KOHNq8/w512-h640/Collection+By+Manish+Malhotra+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25289%2529.jpg" width="512" /></div> There are countless emotions embedded in our historical narratives, but the aesthetic universe of the Mughal era stands out distinctive. The visual imagery of clothes, make-up, and jewellery serves as one of the most refined craft treasures in India. The Fall Bridal ’20 collection, makes a dedicated effort to capture this visual spectacularity in its true grandeur and opulence.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij5GM-2ZXxD0U3hKPTk65WurajxiiqUqTTg85E8F_SBiShfnIhcTxKuTQH5T3Rn06JuG4DLfJ6mfLEk7OAgq6yOfIC9RUTbJCSonIVqOsR7U09RsdNQOBZ0PbHpz8QKPX0CA0IdrkFwek/w640-h360/Collection+By+Manish+Malhotra+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%252810%2529.jpg" width="640" /></div> The range is charmed by the majesty of old-world regalia and takes the liberty to re-interpret the look in a more suitable palette for modern tastes. <div><a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2020/10/india-intimate-fashion-week-iifw-its.html">India Intimate Fashion Week (IIFW): Its all Around Body positivity by its BOO THE TABOO movement</a></div><div> </div><div>Revisiting the material milieu of the Mughal era, the collection comprises of kalidar kurtas, khada dupattas, ghararas, izar salwars for women and jama, angrakha and heavy shawls for men in pure and cotton silks, mashru, velvets, and muslins.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1638" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfs7m9WZVhl-9xPIVaDuVhWCfGhZdnS_XwqvIqcWVgmqZDmgBOnsrNH9UDZzu_LwUyPM5HJuJNV6iAMx8Q3URaIFf4eri4tsrxKK1z0CBsWayz3jZC2rCN8WF33HmhhEU9FidtEYViV2Q/w512-h640/Collection+By+Manish+Malhotra+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25287%2529.jpg" width="512" /></div> At the mere glance, it invokes the period magnum opus styling and appeal. The collection constitutes a big identity of Mughal cultural nuance with its rare, never-seen, and never-used before archival fabrics that brings forth the real fraction of the Mughal repertoire. These vintage textiles are over a century old and discern one with its unparalleled finesse. <a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2020/10/iifw-show-received-global-volunteer.html" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman";">IIFW Show Received Global Volunteer Participation @ Plus Size Fashion,Queer Fashion, Fitness Fashion</a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1639" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiICUK4iFyNczzxkvT55Rg2Kd5wFDxS0FrsVzzkG-49t_mXeScUM4LyKGUQKFLuHyHrKMbaqKzohA76Q8S_sd6mCgaOUyi7AM4oJ1xpwsLhCR9Wl5XHR6qG5aGbqIdZFtZmMPvLAd6yoE/w512-h640/Collection+By+Manish+Malhotra+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25284%2529.jpg" width="512" /></div> It comprises accent borders that are zari-woven in original gold and silver. The fabrics are hand-basted and hand-quilted for the aesthetic continuity, and palettes are strictly maintained to match the hues of natural dying like teal, pistachio green, dusky pink, grey, and maroon. The voluminous silhouettes, deft embroidery, fine layering all emerge together to form a harmonious Mughal sense of style. <a href="https://competitivetimes.blogspot.com/2020/10/india-intimate-fashion-week-iifw-watch.html" style="background-color: white; font-style: italic; font-weight: 700;">India Intimate Fashion Week (IIFW): Watch Hot Model Displaying Lingerie brands</a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1638" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4iDTCOe23oa6eLSyDpzMzOSAEw58ybBSPjPLQ2xp6ayFdslzA9vQe8x5C_w071sdYQhvF0vkzRcJRS6SSxcexPh2W6D0clQ3r3lnu0k9bpfilRVmU_hfcbiKjyl6AWrx7Ic5DLzdebMo/w512-h640/Collection+By+Manish+Malhotra+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25285%2529.jpg" width="512" /></div> The collection breaks-away from the aesthetics of fast-fashion couture and aims to revive the slow and purist workmanship of our indigenous craftsmen and artisans. It seeks to recall our age-old craft and techniques while keeping the first line of inspiration from the most enduring facets of Mughal living. Its art and architecture – vintage gardens, palaces, paintings, jewellery, museums, and costumes that are immortalized in the grand and diverse culture of India.

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India Couture Week 2020: Shantanu and Nikhil Collections...Resurgence the spirit to Resurface

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1999" data-original-width="1334" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpJDCBSyl11m7_HIFqi21gCt7DJKIlQjqsq6fqkDJXpBmV_e_zn49WkT6cghadH55gWHwwWmG7m8eZMrAbgDMPrbUwX56mAc5et_gLhPQaSBGUPWIodxfmwKW2redoJQZsVZjn3sVhgsM/w428-h640/Collection+By+Shantanu+%2526+Nikhil+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%252810%2529.jpg" width="428" /></div> Resurgence by Shantanu and Nikhil is an ode to hope, it is the spirit to resurface and recommence our duties to the universe..displaying at FDCI digital India Couture Week 2020 in the Capital...Yes...Newer times call for newer actions & with the blurring lines between technology & fashion in the new normal, it felt fitting to have showcased our Ceremonial Couture ’20 Collection. It was an exciting & unusual experience & felt great to be a part of an ecosystem that is constantly innovating and connecting with larger audiences. <div style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1334" data-original-width="1999" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1Xf1l7lHaIMEeJzGNe_tJiXoTN9kOTGQ1wlU8FhrfQNzevfKjjZkU1vZnMgZIZE49P4tw_GXSTtkMnZmjsQSfjoFjr_wYE59KoZPFBBK334iDlDYoVqyCb_QRMBy6iI8-aYsZf6wTYK4/w640-h428/Collection+By+Shantanu+%2526+Nikhil+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25285%2529.jpg" width="640" /></div>  Far from the idea as a dying craft hit by a global pandemic, Couture re-strengthens itself through a new vision by acclaimed couturiers Shantanu and Nikhil. As the world is pushing through these tough and challenging times, there has been a paradigm shift in the way we would like to use our fundamental brand values in order to forge a more inclusive and conversational relationship with our consumers, thereby focusing on art, creativity and collaborations.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1801" data-original-width="1202" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOjQSe6BiHJVXAbWGsu_J97I8kS5KoD6pWwm1TjPSIAWFAmYHReDJNL0b1QqvckX48HdWB49FVtIyw1w6hKqBkU4xW1pJy9sJds_lECXtQv3liO35TuKCRGg9GqrlW9JG0V74UpmZmM1s/w428-h640/Collection+By+Shantanu+%2526+Nikhil+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25284%2529.jpg" width="428" /></div>  The Resurgence by Shantanu and Nikhil is an ode to hope, it is the spirit to resurface and recommence our duties to the universe. With an almost spiritual connotation to the capabilities of cyclic existence, the collection celebrates a renewed strength & power to adapt and #RiseAgain. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1999" data-original-width="1334" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5lSBAPqsqN89QbFSyktDlV1v4kinmrT-Ar8Y3WyPqQ9SsXk9xQ2n6pHO5dEVvEWv5kwOK5jK8wPe8bLSprEsIR6X6FTiPhzabbbbE2Jrj4OUe4auYOTs462Sl55iodo6yOnd2FJhX50s/w428-h640/Collection+By+Shantanu+%2526+Nikhil+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25286%2529.jpg" width="428" /></div>  Much like the intricately carved pillars of age old values, the collection reinterprets our classics & brings back the opulence of our journey, almost like a re-incarnated phoenix. We have found power in metallic influences, goth applique & classic zardozi to redefine structure & linearity that is signature to Shantanu & Nikhil. While the humanity takes baby steps towards normalcy, the collection reconstructs romance through fluidic drapes & godly architecture symbolic of a ‘beacon of hope’. The abundant usage of metallic gold & sheen goes well with our contemporary sense of aesthetic & decadence of the collection bringing to the CenterStage our interpretation of the neo-luxe bride. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXJdXBVCzoODo2bstl7KRFZWYotssHY1JHJb3BVYJRc4XjfgWCsWe6wxfkohdXNSaQ2ufQTmJKZwstfbZW5e0NDa4fg0i0zBj45rzrDLTN_8UwdA8VxCaBgQ8O3wsrkrBEnssjDjuTXWo/s1999/Collection+By+Shantanu+%2526+Nikhil+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25288%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1334" data-original-width="1999" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXJdXBVCzoODo2bstl7KRFZWYotssHY1JHJb3BVYJRc4XjfgWCsWe6wxfkohdXNSaQ2ufQTmJKZwstfbZW5e0NDa4fg0i0zBj45rzrDLTN_8UwdA8VxCaBgQ8O3wsrkrBEnssjDjuTXWo/w640-h428/Collection+By+Shantanu+%2526+Nikhil+%2540+FDCI+ICW+2020+%25288%2529.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> As a brand we have always had an architectural undercurrent to our collection & this time was no different, hence we decided to shoot this collection as a fashion film & not a typical runway show. The RoseateHotel in New Delhi was a perfect Anti-trend architectural setting that added to the overall narrative- The Resurgence. Shot in five episodes, the film resurfaces like a volatile glitter only to paint the world brighter going forward.

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Kerala will get the First Medical Device Parks in the Country

<div class="separator" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="114" data-original-width="140" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Y3v4SHvYBVzndNFFDOZEn3IzGS3vMnscXFEU898VTciaixAZNmJ4tqL8-8iNcKUfOv2B_DlFuW-ezvYhdC571sHLQlxHSDf6auXhyXkSZuYwJqb9qUJGnUMbZPmuqCOhXmLQaH9FEK0/w320-h261/ct-logo.png" width="320" /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Kerala will soon house one of the first medical device parks in the country, focusing on the high-risk medical device sector to provide full range of services for the medical devices industry like R&D support, testing, and evaluation. </div>MedSpark, the medical devices park envisaged as a joint initiative of Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology (SCTIMST), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India, and the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd (KSIDC), the industrial and investment promotion agency of the Government of Kerala is going to be established in the Life Science Park, Thonnakkal, Thiruvananthapuram.This medical device park will stand out with its emphasis on the high-risk medical device sector involving medical implants and extracorporeal devices, in which SCTIMST scores with its knowledge. The Medical Devices Park will create an enabling support system for R&D, testing and evaluation of medical devices, manufacturing support, technology innovation, and knowledge dissemination, all of which are the full range of services that the medical devices industry seeks. These services can be utilized by the medical device industries located within the MedSpark as well from other parts of India. This will benefit small and medium-sized medical devices industries, which dominate the medical devices sector.Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister, Government of Kerala, will lay the foundation stone for Medical Devices Park on Thursday, 24th September 2020.“Sree Chitra has made substantial contributions to the biomedical devices sector over the last 30 or more years and has established itself as a pioneer in this field. This is a milestone for biomedical devices industry in the country and is fully aligned with the Honorable Prime Minister’s Vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat”, said Dr. VK Saraswat, NITI Aayog Member and the President of SCTIMST.“The aspect that will distinguish this Medical Device Park from the few other similar projects proposed in the country is that it will focus on the high-risk medical device sector involving medical implants and extracorporeal devices, the domain in which SCTIMST has considerable expertise and experience,” Prof. Ashutosh Sharma, Secretary DST commented.“The park is being established under the Technical Research Centre for Biomedical devices program of the DST, through a knowledge partnership with KSIDC, Government of Kerala, tapping the ecosystem that exists in the city with several research and academic institutions and health care centers. It was possible with the support of various departments of the Central Government and Niti Aayog,” said Dr. Asha Kishore, Director, SCTIMST.MedSpark can leverage the existing advantage of the Kerala State in the high-risk medical device manufacture and develop it into the most sought after destination for setting up medical device industry in India. Currently, Kerala has a number of medical device companies with an annual turnover in excess of Rs. 750 crores, most of them operating with technologies transferred from SCTIMST. When completed, the MedSpark will have:<ul><li>A Medical Device Testing & Evaluation Centre accredited to international agencies</li><li>An R&D Resource Centre for facilitating R&D in medical device domain, the services of which would be shared by the entities within the Park</li><li>A centralised Knowledge Centre for skill up-gradation with facilities for conducting training and providing support on regulatory issues, clinical trials, etc.</li><li>A Technology Business Incubation Centre for promoting start-ups and early-stage companies</li><li>A set of Modular Manufacturing Units for lease by the industries coming to the park or land modules for setting up manufacturing units</li><li>The business model for the MedSpark is self-sustaining in which its operational expenses will be generated from its revenue streams. Funding from the state and central governments (both Kerala State and Central) through various schemes will meet the capital expenditure and deficit in income against expenses during the initial stages</li><li>It is expected that the project would provide direct employment to 1200 people. Besides, employment generation up to 4000 – 5000 jobs through the supporting industries like OEM suppliers, service providers, and marketing/post marketing support activities.(Source PIB)</li></ul>

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Virat Kohli on Fit India Dialogue: Honoured to be part of the Movement

<div class="separator" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="Virat Kohli on Fit India Dialogue: Honoured to be part of the Movement" border="0" data-original-height="374" data-original-width="336" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe8U5SM45Y4bvbTGaeDA9bsSEnEkgyIyxTJL78Ev4JfrBhlrD40FgmPQ5POL4bZHzHDBbz4iSLQVNkiYM96jwWMomYh7ZLZvvJtHE2vmWjF9bIK3U91T8u5qugBX4BO2uM7oYCdX57vEA/w287-h320/fit+india.jpg" title="Virat Kohli on Fit India Dialogue: Honoured to be part of the Movement" width="287" /></div>Virat Kohli, the one of the biggest youth icons of India, took to Twitter to share his enthusiasm about the event. “I am honoured to be a part of our Honourable Prime Minister's Fit India Dialogue where you can watch me talk about fitness and more.”Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be interacting online with renowned fitness influencers at the Fit India Dialogue on September 24 at 12 noon. Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Kiren Rijiju will also be present at the event.The influencers, who will share their thoughts on fitness and health, include India cricket team skipper  Virat Kohli, Fitness icon and winner of the Ironman Triathalon Milind Soman, Paralympian gold medalist and Devendra Jhajharia, nutrition expert Rujuta Diwekar, who has been vocal about using local ingredients in diets and following simple fitness regimes and is the author of several best-selling books on diet and nutrition, Afshan Ashiq a woman footballer from Jammu and Kashmir who now trains other girls in football, Swami Shivadhyanam Saraswati, an alumni of IIT and MIT who will be representing the Bihar School of Yoga and Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal’s Mukul Kanitkar, who is renowned for his research for National Resurgence and is an educationist, among others.Virat Kohli, considered one of the biggest youth icons of India, took to Twitter to share his enthusiasm about the event. “I am honoured to be a part of our Honourable Prime Minister's Fit India Dialogue where you can watch me talk about fitness and more.”Milind Soman, who is one of the biggest fitness influencers  and a winner of the Ironman competition says he's keen to share his fitness mantra with the whole country through the Fit India Dialogue. “I have been a proponent of doing simple things and therefore, in the presence of our Prime Minister, I will speak on simple ways to be healthy and fit at any age,” said the ever-smiling ‘Ironman’ of India.There will be plenty of anecdotes and tips shared by the participants on their own fitness journey during the Fit India Dialogue online event. This dialogue will see a timely and fruitful conversation on nutrition, wellness and various other aspects on fitness.With the motto of fitness for all, the fitness funda of our inspirational Paralympian, Devendra Jhajharia, garners even greater importance. Speaking about his participation, Jhajharia said, “I'll be representing the Paralympic Committee of India at the Fit India Dialogue along with our Honourable PM Narendra Modiji.”The Fit India Movement envisioned by Honourable PM and launched by him on August 29, 2019, has seen a collective participation of more than 3.5 crore Indians in various events, with more than 2 crore participants in the Fit India Freedom Run that was launched on August 15, 2019, with a digital footprint of 30 crore people.  The Fit India Dialogue aims to draw ideas of health and fitness from citizens in taking the Fit India Movement forward.Anyone can register for the Fit India Dialogue over the NIC link, https://pmevents.ncog.gov.in. The event will be shown live on DD News and DD India, and on online platforms, including Disney Hotstar. (Photo PIB)

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