Singer Sonu Nigam has been honored 'Haryana Gaurav Samman' by Haryana Government

Ace singer Sonu Nigam who has ruled the music industry for over two decades has recently been conferred ‘Haryana Gaurav Samman’ by the Haryana Government on the occasion of ‘Pravasi Haryana Divas’ held in Gurugram.  As a part of its Golden Jubilee Celebrations, Government of Haryana organised ‘Pravasi Haryana Divas’ on 10th and 11th January, 2017. The special recognition by the Haryana Government was conferred upon Sonu Nigam for his efforts and achievements in the Arts and Culture sector.

A source close to the singer says Source close to Sonu says, "Sonu is very humbled at receiving this honor. Everyone knows how he worships his father, he actually insisted his father and chacha, to accompany him to the award function as because of them that he has his roots in Haryana. The interesting part of the occasion was Chief Minister Mr Manohar Lal insisted that Sonu sing for the audience in the midst of the award function, before he gives the award to him. Public went hysterical and Sonu went on to oblige them all with his voice."

The felicitation took place on 11th January in Gurugram, Harayana.  Apart from Sonu Nigam, the evening was attended by Union Ministers, Ministers of Haryana, Senior Bureucrates, Industry Captains and other renowned personalities.

A pose from South sensation Laxmi Rai from hindi film Julie 2

COME AND EXPERIENCE THE CHINESE NEW YEAR 2017 IN MACAO AS IT WELCOMES THE YEAR OF THE ROOSTER

Chinese New Year is the most important and colourful Chinese festival celebrated by the majority of the local population, where shops, offices, factories close for this traditional holiday during the month of January from the 28th -30th, 2017.

During ten days there are a huge number of events celebrating the New Year. The long dragon and lions dance on the streets, crowds visit the temples, lanterns, flowers and entertainment comes alive in the most important squares of the city. It is also a tradition, when people visit and greet each other with two joined hands closed, saying "Kung Hei Fat Choi" and offering "Lai Si" (red pockets) containing money, which is a way to wish good luck and prosperity throughout the year to friends and relatives.

15th day of the First Moon is the Lanterns Festival, being equally the Valentine's Days in the Chinese tradition. At night, the celebrations continue with colorful lanterns placed around. Small balls of glutinous rice is prepared as dessert, for homophonic reasons and symbolizes the "ribbon of friendship", "family reunion" or "good luck" for the Chinese.

Flowers are traditionally an integral part of Chinese New Year festivities, with the Chinese New Year’s Eve Flower Market a popular evening treat for families hunting down their favourite plants. While few Asian cities permit such activities, Macao’s Firecrackers and Fireworks Zones in Taipa and on the Peninsula attract thousands of spellbound admirers who as like as not will also purchase pinwheels for luck from the Incense and Pinwheel Stalls at A-Ma Temple.

Witness the grand Parade for Celebrating the Year of the Rooster, Lion Dance performances and plenty more at some of Macao's magnificent landmarks. 

FHW MUMBAI REAFFIRMS EXPONENTIAL GROWTH OF FOOD AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY IN INDIA

Thirty years and still going strong. The 30th edition of Food Hospitality World (FHW), was inaugurated today by an esteemed panel of eminent guests which included Shaina NC, fashion designer and BJP spokesperson, Maharashtra; Chef Manjit Singh Gill, corporate chef, ITC Hotels; Chef Vernon Coelho, president, Western India Culinary Association (WICA); Dilip C Datwani, president, Hotel and Restaurants Association of Western India; Mohan Deshpande, chairman, Hospitality Purchase Managers Forum (HPMF) and Neerav Panchamia, president, Poona Hoteliers Association (PHA). 

Shaina NC said, "I am happy to witness such a wonderful platform for thw hospitality industry. Being a foodie, I am very interested in the growth that this industry has seen and to be part of such platforms that are truly international in standards. I am sure this industry will see exponential growth in the near future." 

At the inaugural, Chef Manjit Singh Gill, stated "I have been in the industry since 1974 and feel honoured to be part of FHW's 30th exhibition. The industry has only seen growth in the past years and these shows play a great role in introducing us to new trends. We in the kitchens are greatful for such platforms which make our work easier" 

Ms. Sonia Chawla, CEO of Global Fairs & Media Ltd a joint venture between Hannover Milan Fairs India Pvt. Ltd. And the Indian Express Limited says "It is my privilege to have the industry leaders  today visiting my show. We are taking this event strength to strength and today we are on 30th edition which makes me feel proud. It has  always being our effort also to add innovations  to the society.  I hope each one of you'll enjoy this event. All the best to all, thanks for being part of us" 

India’s truly international food and hospitality trade show for the HoReCa industry the show has seen eminent growth with 250 exhibitors participating for the 30th edition. Organised from 19-21 January 2017 at BKC, Mumbai, FHW brings leading global players to showcase their latest products and innovations and industry leaders to converge, interact and source their annual requirements. A major development this year is a dedicated CINET Laundry Pavilion. Renowned international Professional Textile Care (PTC) companies will exhibit and at the corresponding conference, a number of keynote speakers will present the developments and technologies in the PTC industry, specifically in India. 

This year some of the key participants were- Wilmax, Hamilton, Cello, Pasabasca, FeatherTouch, Arine, Tiger, Sambonet, Hepp, Zeher, Cambro,Rational, Lavazza, Coffee Day, Spigeleau, Astoria, WMF, MSM Malaysia, Canapure Canola, Blue Star, HAIER, Hoffman, Unilever, Nestle, Go Cheese, Adani Wilmar, Bisleri, Everest Spices, India Gate Basmati, and others. 

Organised by India’s leading media house The Indian Express Limited and Hannover Milano Fairs India Pvt Ltd. (subsidiary of two of world’s biggest tradeshow organisers – Deutsche Messe, Germany and Fiera Milano, Italy), FHW is one of the most visited platforms for trade and consumers in food, beverage and hospitality industry in the country. FHW Mumbai 2016, saw participation of over 15 countries across categories, 350 plus brands, 150 plus product categories and footfall of more than 8000 business visitors, providing an apt platform for exhibitors to launch new products and build new business alliances.

7thYashwant International Film Festival- 2017

Yashwantrao Chavan Pratishthan, Mumbai in collaboration with Pune Film Foundation and Mumbai University has organized “7thYashwant International Film Festival 2017” from 20 January 2017, Friday to 26 January 2017, Thursday at Chavan Centre, Mumbai.  The “7thYashwant International Film Festival 2017” will be inaugurated by the President of the Pratishthan, Shri. Sharadrao Pawar on 22 January 2017, at 5.00pm. In the course of seven days, 80 films, which have been showcased at international film festivals worldwide and have garnered appreciation, will be exhibited at the film festival.