MetroMart-December 2012

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

VYAPAAR 2012 Expo Catalog inside

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CITYSCAPE

Brands... Variety... Fun...

Keston Road

City’s Shopping Paradise The road promises a lot for shoppers as it emerges as the biggest shopping hub in the city with malls, lifestyle joints and eatouts arriving here amid huge publicity fanfare

Keston Road is now turning out to be Trivandrum’s largest shopping destination. The road that connects Vellayambalam to Devasom Board Junction has shopping centers and retail outlets of international brands, offers a whole variety of products within the reach of all segments of shoppers – middle-level and high-end.

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“Keston Road is where I prefer to go when my friends call me up for shopping. You can grab anything that you were dreaming off from the shops Visit: http://www.gomart.co.in

here,” said Vaiga Raj from Kowdiar.

The fourteen-year-old retail lifestyle store, Style Plus is home to just about every popular fashion brand in the world. The store is often quoted as the best lifestyle centre which offers the largest collection of fashion brands in the city.

Style Plus is a leading retail lifestyle store, based in Kerala. “Our expanding customer base has always acted as a driving force to provide the best

possible service, in terms of quality and perfection,” said Shyam, Manager, Style Plus.

Style Plus also play host for the popular beauty spa in the city Strands~aaroos beauty spa, which is known for its specialization in skin and hair treatments for men and women.

In 2009, Strands~aaroos launched its exclusive spa and beauty salon on the fifth floor of Style Plus.

In 2011 Strands~aaroos beauty spa

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opened another beauty salon exclusively for men at the same floor. The tempting ambience and the dedicated beauty/ body therapists are widely appreciated by the visitors.

“The day spas cater to all kinds of beauty, hair and body spa needs including the state of the art hydrotherapies. Our therapists are all specially trained by experts from the technical organizations of global standards,” said Karthika H, Proprietor, Strands~aaroos beauty spa.

Women can walk into ‘Only Chamayam’ to create a style statement for themselves. Like its name Chamayam offers everything that is necessary to embellish the beauty in a woman. “We have been offering designer accessories for the past 14 years. We have designer dress materials and other accessories which you won’t find anywhere else in the city,” said Geetha S, Proprietor, Only Chamayam.

Seems like the West has taken over Keston Road by storm – the lifestyle Shoppe De Options offers all kinds of trendy fashionable Western clothes of some of the finest designer brands, fashion, accessories, gifts, greeting cards, perfumes and lot more. “De Options’ grand decor complements the endless rows of elite fashion names, and aficionados that have the potential to spoil shoppers with choices, as they mix and match clothes and accessories to their heart’s content”, said Nissar Abdul Rahman, CEO, De Options.

The latest add to the Road is Rose N Colours, the lifestyle and fashion store for woman. The store showcases the widest array of sarees, ethnic wear, western wear, footwear, accessories, bags, fragrances and lingerie along with a special collection of trendy jewellery.

If you want something different from the usual maternity wear,

“Shopping must not be just purchasing, but a total fun experience. Keston Road is the future shopping destination of our city, and we are going to be an integral part of it. Away from the city rush, Keston Road offers free mind to the shopper with lots of parking space and hassle free shopping. Our store itself is designed with maximum space to relax with a great ambiance to make shopping a wonderful experience.”

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Femi9 Boutique can make you stand out in a crowd. “It is a one-stop shop for the most extraordinary selection of maternity fashion, accessories and everything imaginable for the pregnant woman. Our products are made with specialized fabrics that stretch with your body for the perfect fit and comfort,” Mariyam Zachariah, Proprietor, Femi9. It also offers toys for newborn babies, diaper bags, baby nursing accessories and much more!

The food lovers can also rejoice as the well-liked Subway, the American based fast food restaurant will soon open its outlet at Keston Road. Isn’t it good news for sandwich lovers? Get ready to relish your taste buds with healthy mouth-watering sandwiches.

By next year Keston Road will have another feather on its cap as the Heera Homes will be launching its

latest project Heera High life. “This would be one of the posh apartments in our state with post modern facilities. The 17-storey apartment will have Club House, Roof Top Swimming Pool with changing room, Multi-purpose hall with pantry, Cards & billiards room, Fitness Centre and Children’s park, Wi-Fi enabled lobby. The ground floor, first floor and second floor will be commercial area which will have brands like Pantaloons and Gitanjali Diamonds,” said Mahesh Menon, Senior Manager Marketing, Heera Constructions.

So, if you are wondering about what to do in Trivandrum, then look no further; The Keston Road is your ultimate destination for great shopping in the city.

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City’s Exclusive Design Store Czarina The designer boutique Czarina has sarees, salwars, trendy Indian dresses, ghagra cholis, etc. The recently concluded Tussar Trove, which showcased materials manufactured with Tussar fabric elicited a fantastic response.

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How has customer appreciation changed in Trivandrum?

The present day customers to Czarina expect exclusive designs. They want their dresses or sarees to be unique.

When Czarina started, it was the other way – People used to ask for dresses/designs which they have seen on others. Some would go for the type of dresses the film stars wear.

In 1988, Sheila James started her first designer boutique ‘Body Tunes’ in the city. The responsibilities of sourcing fabrics and components, designing and production planning were handled by her. The customer base for the designer garments increased with the advent of Czarina.

Sheila James has over 25 years of experience in the textile industry.

She has traveled extensively to the textile centers in the country and learned from leading craftsmen.

Her father’s honest, disciplined, and hardworking approach to work and the unassuming nature of her mother have guided her life.

She believes every entrepreneur should be ready to give attention to detail, gather knowledge and constantly update their knowledge.

Sheila James chats about Czarina to V. Viswanath.

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Now it has changed and they want to wear exclusive dresses. People have begun to realize the importance of dresses in creating the best first impression.

Where do you source your fabrics?

All across India. We source from the state capitals like Calcutta and Jaipur, other cities like Chhattisgarh, Varanasi, etc. Most of our own designs are done at textile centers.

Each place has its own specialty like embroidery, printing, etc. For example, Kancheepuram is specialized in weaving. As per the specialty of the place, we give our own color combination and get dresses designed.

On Czarina’s Tussar Trove collection?

This is the third year we are showcasing the Tussar Trove collection. There has been a tremendous response. Tussar is a pure silk fabric. It has a matt finish. In that fabric dyeing, block printing, embroidery, etc. are done.

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During Christmas-New Year season, what does Czarina have in store?

Christmas-New Year collection has been made available in store now.

Since it is celebration time ahead, the design and dresses would be of grandeur. Sarees and salwars with festive look, party wear, etc. are in display.

Both traditional Tussar and modern designs was in great demand. The collection includes Hand Embroidery, Block Printed, Applic Work, Zari Work, Highlight Work, etc.

Another main attraction was the fusion designs of Tussar and other fabrics. We had a Facebook promotion this time. The positive response through it was very surprising.

The new generation is impressed by the Tussar collection.

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Shopping Ideas

Tangerine - Packed with beautiful decorating ideas for your home Tangerine welcomes you to a world of exclusive home decor ideas’ showcasing a wide array of elegant adorns which would be ideal for all your interior design needs

Beena Alex Proprietor Tangerine

“We have only displayed export quality products. Tangerine is not a business for me. I love to collect interesting and attractive home decors during my travels. Then I thought why not bring it to my home town and introduce it. That’s where the idea of a showroom came in. Now this has become a passion for me.”

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If you’re looking for funky and contemporary design ideas to breathe life into your home, make sure you don’t miss the new lifestyle point in the city-Tangerine. The whole shop is packed with beautiful decorating ideas for your home.

The shop has an exclusive collection of garden genomes; fairies and stylish flower pot make your garden a cozy nest. The specially designed ballerina glasses offered by Tangerine are ideal to make your drawing room an enchanting place to host your guests.

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The huge collection of Tiffany lamps in variety of designs would tempt the visitors to grab it for sure. The whole range of home ornamentations is imported from Thailand and China At Tangerine one will also find wide varieties of cushion covers, curtains, bedspreads, dining table accessories like table runners, mats and ranges of tissues. This designer home decor joint also have an attractive collection of ribbons which cannot be found anywhere else in the city.

This exclusive collection is directly imported from China.

This month Tangerine has some wonderful trendy festive ChristmasNew Year home decors to inspire you to celebrate Christmas in style.

The shop is sure to give innovative ideas and inspiration in ornamenting ones house. Walk in and grab these gorgeous decors and create a perfect home‌

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METRO BEAUTY

The 24-hour Beauty Clinic The beauty conscious people in the bustling city of Thiruvananthapuram can pamper the body, enrich the spirits and nourish the hair at Lekshmi Beauty Parlour, run by Manoj Ramaswamy and his wife Sreelatha.

They have gained extensive experience working with hotels and private companies. Other than the proprietor duo, the parlour has several professionally qualified employees.

Scientific methods are used to enhance the customer’s looks. Available skin care at the clinic would include 64 types of facials, face massage, face firming, face lifting/waxing, glycolic peel, treatments such as anti-aging, under-eye, de-pigmentation, pimple, warts removal, etc. Hair care for the customers include hair cut/style change, beard trim and shave, scalp massage, hair colouring/dyeing, antidandruff/hair fall treatment, hair spa/ deep conditioning, hair straightening/ rebonding, threading, electrolysis/ perming, volumising, pedicure and manicure, etc. Mehandi designing is also done at this parlour. Excess fat removal from hands, tummy and thighs are done by Spot reduction program. Bridal and Bridegroom make-up is another area of expertise for this beauty clinic. The passion-driv

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en and talented stylists of this parlour provide onsite party make-ups for wedding and reception parties.

Lekshmi Beauty Parlour is situated at EVRA 19, Kochar Road, Near Krishnan Kovil, Jagathy (Mob: 9447477693).

Web:www.sopanambeautyclinic.com The personalized procedures and styling, comfortable ambience, 24hour service, and much more make this beauty salon the best of its kind.

Beyond rejuvenation and pampering sessions, wholesome wellness from head to toe is provided here. The success formula of this beauty clinic is ‘beauty protection provided 24-hours, seven days a week.’

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METRO UPDATE

Mrs & Mr. Baby Mathew Somatheeram, receiving the award

European Award For Somatheeram The popular Ayurveda Group in the city has again received appreciation for displaying a unique harmony of Kerala’s spectacular heritage and ancient wisdom – “Ayurveda” In recognition of its extraordinary achievements in customer satisfaction and outstanding results in quality management, Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort (Somatheeram Ayurveda Group) won the European Award for Best Practices 2012. The recognition proves Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort’s commitment to improve its quality management

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system by implementing the ESQR Quality Performance Model.

Somatheeram bagged the award for displaying a unique harmony of Kerala’s spectacular heritage and ancient wisdom -“Ayurveda”.

The award came in recognition of the hospital’s achievements in customer satisfaction and outstanding results in quality management and was announced at a function held at the Move n pick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

The ESQR is an organization dedicated to quality improvements, techniques, examination and recognition. It recognizes excellence, disseminates innovation and visionary thinking, spreads knowledge, shares conformity assessment practices and facilitates networking.

Somatheeram is committed to the development of a system of world-class healthcare, and has implemented a number of initiatives like Ayurveda Tourism, continuous Improvements, Leadership, Human Resources, Training, Process Management, Environment Conservation, Data Analysis, Strategic Planning and Quality Control, to achieve that goal. The organization established in 1985 has already received many national and international awards including Kerala State Award 2010-2011 in the ‘“Best Approved and Classified Ayurveda Center” placing Kerala on a significant spot in the global Wellness and Health tourism map.

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HOLIDAY

Sagara Beach Resort takes you beyond From renting a perfect ambience to grabbing a beach-side lunch, Sagara Beach Resorts offers the happiest holidays one ever had…

Experience an amazing morning open to the romantic waves of Arabian Sea, a walk on the silvery white sand beach, a delicious beach-side lunch and cozy comfortable stay offered by the Sagara Beach Resort at the southern end of the Kovalam beach.

The three-star-hotel with 92 rooms in 3 blocks set on the backdrops of the thick coconut groves is sure to please with its “come-as-you-are” atmosphere. Quench your thirst and grab a bite to eat, then hang around and relax, or head out to the beach.

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Sagara is the most affordable familyfriendly restaurant in Kovalam serving all the comfort one would dream in an amazing vacation.

The resort is popular for its tasteful decor, friendly staff, traditional and international cuisine, scenic location and personalized services. Each room has a balcony facing the sea where one can have a panoramic view of the sea and the lush green surroundings.

The facilities provided by Sagara Beach Resort includes swimming pools with crystal-clear water reflecting the azure sky above and green coconut umbrellas around which are hygienically and spotlessly maintained.

The roof-top multi-cuisine restaurant serves mouth-watering Indian, Chinese, Thai and Continental varieties cuisines in the backdrop of boundless blue sea and waves splashing on the rocks adjacent to the Beach Light House.

Rejuvenate with the various kinds of massages and Ayurvedic treatments, conducted under the expert

The qualified Yoga Gurus at the Yoga Centre gives training on the intricacies of the science of Yoga and takes you to the eternal comfort where the soul, mind and body refreshes to the fullest.

The resort also has a travel desk offering all the latest facilities and connections needed to travel around the world which include booking of train and airline tickets, checking availability of accommodation and arrangement of taxi services.

One could also enjoy the traditional folklore and art forms of Kerala in the evenings which are organized according to the climate and season. The performance includes Kathakali and Kalarippayattu.

Sagara is also equipped with all the latest communication facilities, including high-speed internet connections.

The residents can enjoy their vacation with free mind by safely keeping their valuables, like documents and jewelry at the resort’s Safe deposit lockers.

Round-the-clock money exchange service is also provided to the residents.

Join us at the shores of God’s Own Country to explore, bond, laugh, feast and make family memories that will last forever…

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supervision of Dr. V. Franklin, who has forty years’ experience in the field, including years in the post of District Medical Officer under the Government of Kerala.

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Industrial equipment trading at Shakti Tools

Shakti Tools & Traders is an establishment in the industrial equipment trading market for over a decade with clients across the country. The company deals in premium quality tools and equipments. The company procures equipments from a wide network of authorized manufacturers and distributors.

The company supplies Hand Tools, Power Tools, Cutting Tools, Garage Equipment, Automobile Special Tools, Abrasives, Adhesives-sealants and Fasteners. We are authorized dealer of Cromwell, Stanley, Taparia and Penta. Industrial equipment offered by the company is extensive and includes Hydraulic Bottle Jack, Quick Lift Trolley Jack, Telescopic Transmission Jack, Oil Filter, Chain Wrench, Three Jaw Oil Filter Wrench, Oil Filter Chain Wrench, Impact Wrench Kit, Body Repair Kit, High Pressure Cleaner, Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner.

Stringent quality control mechanism is followed at Shakti for testing equipments before delivering to customers. Unmatched performance, durability, cost effectiveness, and low maintenance are some of the characteristics of the industry equipments offered by Shakti Tools & Traders.

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ATVM at Trivandrum Central The hassle of standing in lengthy queues to obtain train tickets may soon be a thing of the past. Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVM) will be installed in stations so that the passengers can obtain tickets without standing in lengthy queues. These commuters are not only able to save their time by avoiding long queues at the booking counters but also they can make sure that they board their train in time without missing it.

The ATVMs will be initially installed at Thiruvananthapuram Central and Ernakulam South railway stations. The machines will be operated through smart cards, using which passengers

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will be able to draw their own railway tickets. Passengers will have to procure the ‘smart card’, place them in a slot on the ATVM and select the destination by making a choice on the touch screen. The procedure is similar to drawing cash from an ATM. A computer-printed ticket will be delivered and the money will be automatically debited from ‘smart card’ when the ticket is issued. The smart cards of the Railways will be accessible from the booking office and from the ‘facilitators’ who are entrusted to manage the ATVMs. The validity of the ‘smart card’ and other details are being worked out by the Railways.

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METRO FOCUS

Customer-oriented Construction

by PJ Homes Homes built on prime plots based on latest technical specifications and meeting building regulations have been PJ Homes’ way of operation.

Stylish and comfortable is how PJ Homes design their projects, right from luxury apartments to exclusive villas. They have a team of competent professionals who are qualified in property development, architecture and civil engineering, having decades of experience in the industry. The projects are focused to be ideal and convenient. The homes are specialized in aesthetics and efficient management of space. Leisure facilities like kids pools, play grounds, gyms, health clubs, and gardens are also provided.

The approach by PJ Homes is always customer-focused. In every construction project, the dreams and aspirations of the client is given top priority.

Their projects are located ideally

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within easy distance from educational, business, conveyance and entertainment facilities.

Continuous communications with the client, advance scheduling and safety first attitude makes PJ Homes exemplary. Architectural craftsmanship, engineering, integrity, honesty, and quality workmanship have been PJ Homes strength through the years. The construction projects of PJ Homes adhere to eco-friendly green construction practices, which reveal their commitment to environment protection.

Completed projects of PJ Homes include Rajasree Domiciles situated at Chenkottukonam and Sanskriti at Gandhipuram near Sreekaryam. Projects undergoing constructions include Garden View – a mini township project of

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39 villas having all amenities – at Kattaikonam near Technopark and River View – well-equipped homes with an exotic view of Karaman River – at Thittamangalam.

The latest project of PJ Homes is White Fence comprising of 14 villas and flats. It is designed with new concept of family living and offers the latest luxury amenities and state of the art landscaped premises.

PJ HOMES Palayam-Airport Road, Pattoor, Vanchiyoor P.O. Trivandrum – 695035, Kerala, India Phone: +91 471 3016111 Mobile: 9744555177/9895057678 Email: pjhomesmail@gmail.com www.pjhomes.in

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Sathyan @100 - An exhibition by

Kerala State Chalachithra Academy

The inaugural Kerala State Film Awards’ Best Actor award winner Sathyan was born in Thirumala, Trivandrum. During the 17th edition of IFFK, an exhibition of Sathyan’s photos and books written on him was conducted.

It was inaugurated by cine actors Sri. Madhu and Smt. KPAC Lalitha. At Durbar Hall, Kanakakunnu, where the exhibition was held, Cine Art Director Mr. Sabu Pravadas, speaks to V. Viswanath on various aspects of the exhibition.

What do you aim with this Sathyan Festival?

As you know, during his acting career, Sathyan Sir was the No.1 actor in Malayalam Cinema. To provide maximum exposure of his centenary

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Audiometry.

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Free After Care & Follow Up Support Home Visits (Upon Request).

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birth anniversary falling on November 9, 2012, we have conducted this exhibition along with the Film Festival.

Every year, exhibitions are conducted; however, this year it features Sathyan collections. This exhibition attempts to create a better awareness of Sathyan Sir.

How has Sathyan contributed to Malayalam Cinema?

The films of that time had an influence of Tamil cinema. Sathyan Sir brought in a body language familiar to Kerala.

His acting was natural. He did not just put up an act, he gave life to the character. His films like Nairu Pidicha Pulivalu were popular. By the time ‘Neelakuyil’ came, he had become an actor acclaimed in the national level.

President’s Silver Medal was brought to Kerala first by Neelakuyil.

People of the present age know about Sathyan from mimicry – the great actor is being insulted by cheap imitation. The new generation should look at Sathyan Sir’s great

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contributions to Malayalam Cinema.

He has performed mostly in Manjilas’ cinemas. The combination of Sathyan Sir and Sethumadhavan sir has given many good films. He left us at the peak of his career.

It was during the performance of the character Chellappan in Anubhavangal Paalichakal. Before that, he had done dual role in ‘Kadalpaalam’. He had acted in the two roles so well that nobody would think it was done by the same person – that too at a time when technology had not progressed.

What were the past exhibitions?

Exhibitions have been conducted on various themes such as Art director’s creations, Award winners of Malayalam cinema, and women and Malayalam cinema.

What is the response of young generation to such exhibitions?

There will be a huge audience; however, only about 30-40% would be serious cinema goers, even for the

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film festival. Those 30-40% visits the exhibition, take notes and photos.

Some store those in their collections.

They might be media students, journalists, etc. – we are focusing on them. In Sathyan festival, there are elderly visitors who refresh their memories of the films they saw in their young age. The youngsters who visit become aware of Sathyan Sir’s life and career history.

How have you classified the photos?

We have kept them as four sections – Great actor with great directors, Great

actor with heroines, Scenes from important films and From the family album. The Family album section has photos from the private album of Sathyan’s son Satheesh Sathyan.

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METRO BYTES The Tibetan Spiritual Leader in Thiruvananthapuram His Holiness the Dalai Lama – the Tibetan spiritual leader – was at Thiruvananthapuram enroute Sivagiri Mutt to deliver the proclamation message of the 80th Sivagiri Pilgrimage and from there to Kochi to attend the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church’s Centenary Celebrations. He stayed in Thiruvananthapuram at Taj Vivanta, Vazhuthacaud.

New Branch For Kallingal Bajaj Balaramapuram showroom of the All India No.1 Bajaj Auto dealer Kallingal Bajaj was inaugurated by Bajaj Auto’s Regional Manager (Commercial Vehicles) Mr. Jerry James. The first sale was done jointly by NIMS Medicity MD Mr. M.S. Faizal Khan and Balaramapuram Panchayat President Mr. Raveendran. Kallingal MD Mr. Shafeek said, vehicle and spare parts’ sales and service are available at the Balaramapuram branch. Inaugural schemes are provided for customers.

Tie-up (SBT, IOB, SBI) Loan schemes are available at the showroom. Info available at the showroom or contact 9947114441.

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SBT - Bajaj Auto Loan Scheme Launched

SBT GM(SME) Mr. Vasudevan inaugurated ‘State Bank of Travancore-Bajaj Auto’ Three-wheeler Loan Scheme and SBT Bank Managers’ and Kallingal Bajaj Managers’ Meting at Thiruvananthapuram Mascot Hotel. The scheme, to be made available at all branches of SBT, is aimed at hassle-free provision of loans for the unemployed. Bajaj Auto’s Regional Manager (Commercial Vehicles) Mr. Jerry James, Area Manager Mr. Ashish Murali and Retail Finance Manager Mr. Ajesh Tom Joseph were at the inauguration.

Kallingal Bajaj MD Mr. Shafeek, and Directors Mr. Shafeer and Mr. Shakeer attended the event.

Kerala Kaumudi Organizing GKSF exhibition in Thiruvananthapuram Thematic Exhibitions by Media are to be held during Grand Kerala Shopping Festival Season 6. Particular area and dates are identified for each media group. In Thiruvananthapuram, it would be Kerala Kaumudi organizing the exhibition from January 9th to 24th, 2013. The Thiruvananthapuram event would be focusing on Health/ Ayurveda Expo.

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EVENT SCAN

A new leap to excellence An exclusive trade show that creates opportunity for buyers and sellers to meet face to face with qualified leads, industry media contacts, build or nurture business relationships and much more‌ The second edition of Vyapaar will soon catch the minds of buyers and sellers in the city. Here the sellers will get a platform to establish rapport with existing customers and a costeffective forum to meet with clients in person where they can share their appreciation for their business. The buyers will have an exclusive chance to see wide range of their desired products or service under one roof and can purchase it directly from the trader.

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marketing event management company ‘One Roof India’, is all set to commence from December 19 at Hotel Mascot. The five-day trade fair will host a diverse range of products, suppliers and service providers in the field of electronics, technology, textiles, tourism and kids’ sectors, ready to discuss and demonstrate their technology and expertise.

Vyapaar will be a relationship broker for all the traders and consumers.

This show will assist in identifying, targeting, attracting and matching the needs of buyers and suppliers.

This trade exhibition also aims to maximize business and networking opportunities through associated conferences, features, and events.

“I really felt happy to see the name ‘Vyapaar’ for a trade show like this. Earlier we used to have barter system where we traded quality products each other. With energetic

and diligent team wok so much can be achieved by the organizers and the attendees,” said His Highness Uthradom Thirunal Marthanda Varma.

Vyapaar will provide a wealth of opportunity – new contacts, new clients and most importantly, new income for the traders. It will be a common platform for representatives from various private companies and government companies to interact with investors, distributors and local business people. Also the new generation investors will get a space to know and learn about the current trends prevailing in the market, the advancements made in the field of technology and on how these factors could be utilized to make good on their investments.

“The state and its people stand to benefit enormously when

“Vyapaar is a valuable and educative exhibition. I congratulate the One Roof India members for organizing such an elite Trade exhibition. For better industrial development we need to keep grading our skills and technology standards. By organizing a show like this we will help the new entrepreneurs to bring their brands to life,” said Finance Minister K M Mani.

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new industries are set up and job opportunities arise, but for this we must work as a single unit. Vyapaar will usher in better times to Kerala’s industrial horizon,” said A P Anil Kumar, Tourism Minister.

The initiative is also aimed at improving public contribution in the business field and to develop

domestic tourism in the state.

‘Franchising Day’ would be a major highlight of the event where representatives from over fifty different companies will converse with interested investors and get them acquainted with emerging trends in the market.

“In this economy it is more important than ever to be selective where sales and marketing budget are spent; when selecting to spend them on trade shows you will get the most return on your financial and time investment than other forms of marketing or individual in-person sales calls. Vyapaar creates an ideal opportunity when buyers and sellers get together,” said Thiruvanchoor

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Radhakrishnan, Home Minister.

Seminars would be conducted on topics like online marketing, investment opportunities in Kerala, innovation and entrepreneurship, business integrating technology and tourism in association with Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram and other leading institutes.

Quiz competitions and painting competitions are also to be held at the event for school and college students.

“In Vyapaar, you have an opportunity to do some competitive market intelligence, to see your competitors’ products and view their sales and promotional materials. It gives you a good feel for what you have to offer versus the competition. Keep in mind that the attendees are also seeing you and your competition side by side. Use this opportunity to your advantage,” said Anoop Jacob, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies, Consumer Protection and Registration.

There is surely no better way to increase your exposure to a specific section of your target market than through your attendance at an industry-specific trade show like Vyapaar!

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KERALA VISION

Franchising

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DOORDARSHAN

No.47/64, 12th A Cross Vyalikavil, Malleshwaram, Banglore-560003, Karnataka.

Tel: 0484-2316441

Doordarshan Bhawan Copernicus Marg New Delhi- 110001 Tel: 0471-2730542

Ente City Media Solutions

SMILE FOUNDATION

Floor 2, Kamini Buillding VazhuthaCaud, Trivandrum - 695014 Tel: 9633513798

V-11, Level - 1 Green Park Extension New Delhi - 110 016 Tel: 011-4123700

Happy Land Amusements

DC MEDIA

Water theme & Amusement park

Kuthirakulam P.O., Vembayam Thiruvananthapuram- 695615

CLUB FM 94.3

BUSINESS BOOM

www.happylandtvm.com

Mathrubhumi Buildings, Vanchiyoor Trivandrum - 695035 Tel: 0471-2520600

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234/C, Adjacent to YMCA Chittoor Road, Cochin- 35 Tel: 0484-3047405

I st Floor, Khadeeja Building Mathai Manjooran Road High Court, Kochi-682014 Tel: 0484-2392827

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KERALA DEVELOPMENT MEDIA

I st Floor Khadeeja Building Mathai Manjooran Road High Court Kochi-682014 0484-2392827

DHANAM PUBLICATIONS

Cheruparambath Road Opp. Dhanam Head office Kadavanthra - 20.

Tel: 0484-2315840

Franchising

Seminar

ASIAN TRAVELLER

TC-27/174, PERA - 66, ‘Anjali’ Temple Lane, Vanchiyoor Trivandrum pin– 695035 0471-6540888

COUSIN BIRDS

Pulimood Lane Vattiyoorkavu P.O Trivandrum pin- 695013 9633704131

TECHNOPARK TBI

venpakal associates

Technopark Trivandrum pin - 695 581 Kerala Tel: 0471-2700222

TC 27/254(4 & 5) HITECH BUILDING GENERAL HOSPITAL VANCHIYOOR P.O Trivandrum pin - 695035 0471-2308018

KAlanidhi

Jayabhavan MPRA - E-14 Elanjimoodu Lane, Medical College P.O. Trivandrum 8089424969

getit INFOSERVICE

S.S plaza Pazhaya Road Medical College P O Trivandrum PIN - 695011 04444444444

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C-DIT

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KLDB

Chithranjali Hills Thiruvallam.P O Trivandrum PIN - 695 027 Tel:0471-2380910

Gokulam Pattom P.O. trivandrum PIN -695 004

KEPCO

GKSF

JNWA-G2 Jawahar Nagar Near LP School Kowdiar - PO trivandrum Tel: 0471-2310899

Pothencode Road Sreekariyam trivandrum PIN- 695017

MPI

DAIRY DEVELOPMENT

Dairy Development Department Pattom trivandrum PIN-695004 0471-2445749

STATE FARMING CORPORATION

Vettithitta P.O Alimukku Punalur, Kollam Pin - 689 696 Tel: 0475-2222245

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Edayar P.O, Koothattukulam Ernakulam PIN- 686 662 Tel: 0485-2252365

VFPCK

Mythri Bhavan Near Doordarshan Kendra Kakkanad Kochi-37 Tel: 0484-2427544

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KAICO

Kissan Jyothi Fort trivandrum pin - 695 023 Tel: 0471-2471344

FIB

Kowdiar P.O. trivandrum Pin-695003 Tel: 0471-2318186

Franchising

NAZ FURNITURE

karimpuvila ambalathara trivandrum Kerala Tel: 0471-2383291

PLANTATION CORPORATION

Muttambalam P.O. Kottayam PIN - 686 004 Tel: 0481-2578301

Horticorp

KAMCO

Kerala Agro Machinery Corporation Limited Athani Ernakulam PIN- 683 585 Tel: 0484-2474201

Horticorp Poojappura TRIVANDRUM Tel: 0471-2359651

OIL PLAM

KERAFED

Kera Tower Observatory Lane Vellayambalam TRIVANDRUM PIN- 695033 Tel: 0471-2321660

Seminar

XIV/130 KODIMATHA KOTTAYAM SOUTH P.O, Kottayam PIN- 686013 Tel: 0481-2567103

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IndiaMART InterMESH Limited

B-1, Sector - 8, NOIDA Uttar Pradesh Pin - 201 301 Tel: 09654436426

Seminar

Kerala SIDCO

Housing Board Building 6th Floor Santhi Nagar Trivandrum Pin - 695001 Tel: 0471-2336413

PJ Homes

WONDERFUL TIMES

Palayam - Airport Road Vanchiyoor Trivandrum PIN - 695035 Kerala, India Tel: 0471-3016111

7/96B, Vettumani Marthandam PIN - 629165 Tel: 09488928150

industrial business mart

Passline Business Magazine

# 217,38main ombr layout Bangalore PIN - 560043 Tel: 084553012371

Keethara Publications 38/125 1st Floor Narakathara Road KOCHI Tel: 0484-0427002

One & only

DESIGN BUILDER

Beach Palace, Shanghumugham Trivandrum Kerala, India Tel: 0471-2508999

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Designer Publications Kerala Pvt. 39/4722, DPK Towers R Madhavan Nair Road Kochi PIN-682 016 Tel: 0484-6456290

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ARCHEOLOGY Departmet

Directorate of Archaeology Sreepadam Palace, Fort. P.O Thiruvananthapuram Pin: 695023 Tel: 0471 -2577465

Franchising

HANDLOOM

Behind Railway Station, Power House Road, TrivandruM Tel: 0471-2303427

hanveev

hantex

Post Box No. 64, Oottukuzhi, trivandrum pin - 695 001 Tel: 0471-2303427

skhf

c/o Hotel Pankaj M.G.Road Trivandrum PIN - 695001

Tube Binder

SRI KAMAKSHEE ENTERPRISES No.7 C, Skeldale House 3rd street Rathnapuri layout Koyembedu Chennai- 600107 Tel: 0471-6065511

Seminar

P.M 32/249, Thilleri Road, Kannur pin- 670 001 Tel: 0497-2701804

cga systems

vrindavan complex 10th stone Nedumangad TRIVANDRUM Kerala, India

shakti tools equipments

College of Engineering Sreekariyam Kulathoor Rd trivandrum Kerala pin - 695017 Tel: 9447002012

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PALPABLE FASHIONS

NSIC

34/1249 - a1, mother thresa road opp. oberon mall edappally post Kochi-682024 Tel: 0484-6005000

S- 67, GCDA COMPLEX MARINE DRIVE ERNAKULAM PIN- 682031 Tel: 0484-2381850

STAR SMART CARD

NIPPON TOYOTA

TC, 13/620 – 2, LVMRA 77 Law College Jn trivandrum pin- 695 033 Tel: 0471-2304716

KINFRA

TC 28/1118 Sreekanteswaram Trivandrum Pin - 695023 Tel: 0471-2571768

POTHENS HYUNDAI

FILTERONS WATER

Opposite CSI Church Panayakonam, Maruthur Mannanthala Trivandrum.

Tel: 0471-6050500

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Trivandrum Bypass Rd Kazhakkoottam Thiruvananthapuram Kerala Pin: 695582 Tel: 0471-2417733

SILICON SYSTEMS

Park Office Menamkulam trivandrum Kerala pin - 695586 Tel: 0471-2726585

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Franchising

No.33/1270, MR Building Nellimukku Kollam.12 Kerala Tel: 9400335000

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DE OPTION

IDENTITY

D’Factory P.A.P Gardens Kamaleswaram Manacaud Post trivandrum pin - 695009

BROTHER

TC 17/469(5) PRA 161 a KKM BUILDING NAGARUKAVU TEMPLE ROAD POOJAPPURA TRIVANDRUM PIN - 695012 Tel: 9544184488

Seminar

PMG Junction Nanthankode TRIVANDRUM PIN - 695003 Tel: 0471-3044222

SHM SHIPCARE

16- A, Press Building Ground Floor 1st Mgazine Cross Street Darukhana, Mazgaon Mumbai 400010.

Tel: 0422-23502124

CLUB MAHINDRA

VALETH BOATS

Mahindra Towers 2nd Floor 17/18, Patullos Road Mount Road Chennai – 600 002 Tamilnadu Tel: 044-30277778

56, Kazhipattur Padur Post Kelambakkam Chennai Tamil Nadu PIN – 603 103 Tel: 044-2744423

NTPC

NTPC Bhawan SCOPE Complex Institutional Area Lodhi Road New Delhi - 110003 Tel: 011-24360100

UPABHOKTHRA SHABDAM

SREEKOVIL KODUNGANOOR TRIVANDRUM PIN – 603 103 Tel: 0471-3240501

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TANGERINE

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TRINITY CABS

SFS KRISHNA, AMBALAMUKKU MUTTADA ROAD TRIVANDRUM Tel: 0471-2438824

Care 4 Associates

Trinty Complex Near to G-Tech Nandavanam Palayam Road Palayam, TRIVANDRUM PIN- 695034 Tel:0471 650 0100

FATHIMA GLOBAL MERCHANTS

TC 26/1960, PRA G9A GPO LANE, OPP. SECRETARIAT STATUE TRIVANDRUM Kerala, India PIN- 695001 Tel: 0471-2450977

TC.36/1182, opp. Hindu news paper enchakal vallakadavu TRIVADRUM Pin: 695008 Tel: 0471 2502242

Yem Yem Enterprises

KEERTHI TRADERS

1st floor vinayaka plaza nanthancode TRIVANDRUM Tel: 0471 2316669

TC 8/1333(1) EVRA 31(A), NANDHANAM, TRIVANDRUM Pin: 695006 Tel: 0471 3197177

Churidar World

Vellanad TRIVANDRUM Tel: 9526229428

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