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LEGENDARY AND ICONIC FASHION BRAND FROM BENGALURU GIVES A GLIMPSE OF THEIR NEW WOMEN’S WEAR COLLECTION

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* Previews 8 garments in 4 segments to be launched soon

* Honors 100 eminent Bengalureans who have glorified the name and fame of the city

Bengaluru, May 25th 2023: It was a red-letter day for the legendary Bengaluru-based men’s suits brand, P N RAO. Their tagline FINE SUITS 1923 truly epitomizes finesse, style, class, elegance so much so that when you walk into a gathering wearing a P N RAO fine suit, it is sure to make heads turn. Having built an impressive reputation of dressing up the suit connoisseurs with the finest of finest suits, on its Centennial Year, P N RAO is all set to attract the women folk with a unique style, finesse and elegance with a range of apparels for the discerning and fashion-conscious ladies.

With eight garments in four segments – two each in Women’s Business Wear; Women’s Smart Casuals; Women’s Tuxedo/Ceremonial attire and Women’s Ethnic Wear in the initial phase, the zealously awaited women’s collection is just round the corner.

Coming from the house of the tried and tested, P N RAO, the women’s wear range, just like the men’s range is sure to stop onlookers on their tracks for a second look.

At a glittering Fashion Show models walked the ramp and gave a sneak-peek into the much awaited women’s collection in the presence of Bengauru’s Who’s Who and executives from global fabrics manufacturing brands. The brand also showcased its Centennial Collection of its famous men’s wear apparels specially designed and crafted to commemorate the brand’s 100 glorious years comprising of 10 styles and designs in the same four segments.

The new women’s range, designed in-house, stands out of the clutter for its material, which otherwise is not widely available in the market in women’s suits. Crafted using Wool, Polywool Lycra and Ethnic Fabrics like Silk and Brocades, P N RAO’s suits range for women, amply peppered with richness, class and finesse – the hallmarks of P N RAO, is a ‘must’ for the discerning women of today.

Commenting on its foray into Women Wear segment, Naveen Pishe, Partner, P N RAO, said, “we have been receiving requests from many women for crafting suits for me given our long standing history of designing the finest men’s suits. There is a dearth of qualitative women’s suits offerings in the markets, more from a fabrics perspective, which brought us to the moot question – ‘if WE can’t make women’s suits with all the expertise we have built over the years, then who can’? We set down to pattern making and in one year, we have a reached point of addressing the segment taking into account their likes, dislikes, design preferences, body structures to be able to do justice to the suits”.
“The market for women’s business wear is still maturing and as we see it will mature in about
5-7 years by which time, we hope to create a top-of-mind recall for our brand’s women’s wear segment”, added Naveen Pishe.

To begin with the women’s wear range will be available as a bespoke offering in two of its showrooms – M G Road and Indiranagar, both in Bengaluru.

Throwing light on the fabrics, pattern and colours of suits for the women’s wear segment,
Ketan Pishe, Partner, P N RAO said “compared to a men’s suit, we have taken utmost care to choose the right kind of fabric which gives it stretch, more suitable to a lady. In line with expectations, broad stripes or bold checks and bright colours, which women can generally carry off well, will make up for the product basket in the initial phase”.

Access to a wide range of fabrics, both, global and domestic, uniquely places P N RAO to craft top-of-the-line women’s suits range combining style, pattern and design to stand out from the rest of the players in the market.

Rounding off the evening, in a fitting tribute to 100 glorious years of the brand which has stood the test of time, growing in strength, P N RAO honored eminent personalities, who brought name and fame to the city and have been part of the growth story of Bengaluru, akin to P N RAO. From the field of business to art to sports to theatre, Bengaluru has a plethora of achievers who have put the city on the global map. “Honoring the eminent personalities from our city is our way of saying ‘Thank You’ for their immeasurable contribution without whom Bengaluru wouldn’t be what it is today” said Ketan Pishe. Among those recognized and honored included, Mr. Prem Koshy (Koshy’s Restaurant); Mr. Ramakrishna Adiga (Vidyarthi Bhavan); Mr.Thilak Kumar (Deccan Herald); Mrs. Sujaya Gowra & Mr. Rajendra Prasad (Cash Pharmacy); Mr. Rakshit Jagdale (Amrut Distillers); Mr. Sandeep Maini (Chairman, Maini Group, the makers of Reva Electric Car); Ms. Annabelle Manwaring (The first woman Vice President of the famous The Bangalore Club); Mr. Rober Binny (Former Indian Cricketer); Ms. Nisha Millet (Indian Swimmer); Mr. Ricky Kej (Music Comoposer); Anita Nair (Novelist); Arundati Nag (Theatre Personality); DJ Ivan; Mr. Waseem Khan (Photographer); Ms. Madhu Nataraj (Dancer)

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LaLiga Football Schools and MTV India Successfully Host Football Fiesta in Bangalore

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The one-day festival hosted 400-500 football enthusiasts and featured a football tournament, knowledge center, entertainment zone & masterclass sessions

Bangalore, May 29 2023: LaLiga Football Schools (LLFS) in association with MTV India is delighted to announce the successful completion of an exhilarating one-day football fiesta for young football enthusiasts in Bangalore. Held at the South United Football Club Ground in Halasuru, the event offered a range of exciting football experiences: Including Masterclass Sessions, Fun Zones, and a Knowledge Centre.

A joint partnership with India On Track, LLFS created a memorable football experience where participants and attendees were able to engage in a slew of footballing activities, including an inter-academy tournament. Alongside professional coaches from the LLFS setup, players were also given football masterclass sessions by the Technical Director of LLFS India, Mr. Miguel Casal; offering them valuable insights to enhance their skills on the field. Alongside technical expertise, the LaLiga India office also provided strategic event support and exclusive merchandise, including official LaLiga branded balls and club jerseys, enhancing the tournament experience.

In addition to the tournament that featured 250 players, the event also featured a skill challenge zone, fun zone, and a knowledge center, that educated the participants about the various clubs in LaLiga along with giving them a better understanding of Spanish culture through engagement focused on fun learning activities. Running parallel with the above activities, attendees were also able to participate in an array of interactive entertainment options including human foosball and target penalty shootout games hosted by emcees.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Miguel Casal, Technical Director of LLFS India said, “We are excited to bring the joy of football to young children in Bangalore. This football fiesta will not only provide a platform for them to showcase their skills but also offer a unique opportunity to learn from professional coaches and engage in knowledge-sharing sessions. LaLiga Football Schools is committed to nurturing talent and promoting the love for the game, and this collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission in India .”

Mr. Jose Antonio Cachaza, Managing Director, LaLiga India added, “Through our LaLiga Football Schools program and the expertise of our professional coaches, we aim to inspire and empower young players, providing them with valuable skills and knowledge. Together with MTV India, we have created a memorable experience that combines the thrill of football with entertainment and learning. We are excited to bring this unique event to Bangalore and look forward to witnessing the passion and talent of the young participants.”

Utsav Chaudhuri, Marketing Head – Youth, Music, and English Entertainment, MTV India added, “MTV continuously engages with young audiences across multiple platforms and through unique experiences. Our deep collaboration with LaLiga has given impetus to the popularity of the game amongst youngsters. This collaboration with LaLiga Football Schools further underlines our shared commitment to empower young players with appropriate knowledge and opportunities and build passionate football communities in an entertaining environment.”

The LaLiga Football Schools Project was initiated in 2018 and since then has impacted 10,000+ students in the country. The programme, which is developed and administered by UEFA pro-licensed coaches from Spain, provides access to global football methodology and technical training to students aged between 9 to 15 years all over India. Furthermore, the programme is also designed to leave a deeper impact on the grassroots level through the training of Indian football coaches and administrators of the programmes.

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PTE Academic recognised for Student Direct Stream visas into Canada

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May 29, 2023, Bengaluru– Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, has today received approval from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for PTE Academic to be accepted for all SDS (Student Direct Stream) applications.

PTE Academic will be accepted by the IRCC for SDS applications as of August 10 2023.

This approval follows IRCC recognition earlier this year of PTE Core for proof of English language proficiency for Canadian permanent residency or citizenship.

SDS is an expedited study permit process for students applying to study in Canada from Antigua and Barbuda, Brazil, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, India, Morocco, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Senegal, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, and Vietnam.

Latest IRCC figures for 2022 show Canada reached an all-time high for international students. As of the end of October, IRCC had processed more than 750,300 study permit applications during the 2022 calendar year.

The UK, Australian and New Zealand governments already accept PTE Academic for all visa applications. PTE Academic is also accepted by thousands of universities across Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, the UK and the USA. PTE can be taken at more than 400 PTE centres in 118 countries.

Andy Bird, CEO, Pearson, said: “Canada is a great place to be a student – fantastic colleges, beautiful scenery, exciting culture and nightlife. With PTE Academic now recognised for SDS purposes, I’m delighted that Pearson can help even more test takers achieve their dream of studying there”.

“This recognition comes hot on the heels of PTE Core being approved for Canadian economic migration purposes earlier this year and reflects our determination to make PTE the test of choice for everybody wanting to live, work or study abroad.”

PTE brings together human expertise and the latest AI technology to deliver an English language proficiency test that is both impartial and highly accurate. AI technology is used for scoring and biometric data collection provides enhanced security measures. PTE is delivered through Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson.

Furthermore, test takers can book online up to 24 hours in advance, take advantage of year-round worldwide test centre slots and receive their results on average within 1.3 days.

PTE Academic tests taken before August 10 will be eligible for SDS provided they are submitted after this date and are within the expiry period stipulated by IRCC. Applicants are advised to check IRCC guidance.

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Muzigal launches its State-of-the-art Music Academy in Sarjapur, Bangalore.

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Muzigal continues to establish itself as a prominent player in the organized music education industry, expanding its reach and making a substantial impact.

Bangalore, 28th May 2023: Muzigal, India’s largest Music Education Platform, launched its 5th state-of-the-art music academy in Bangalore. Located in Sarjapur, Bangalore, the academy is spread over 2700 sqft and boasts of an unmatched ambience which is highly conducive to the learning of music including vocal and instrumental.

With a capacity to accommodate over 500 students, spread over multiple batches, the Music Academy at Sarjapur will offer lessons in Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, Drums, Carnatic Vocals, Hindustani Vocals, Western Vocals, Violin and Ukulele. For the inaugural month, post the launch of the Music Academy, Muzigal is offering 1-month of free music education with all enrolments.
Muzigal’s state-of-the-art academy is setting a gold standard in music education by providing a 360-degree framework in the music learning and teaching eco-system with online, offline and music instruments’ shop-front integrated into one platform.
Speaking at the launch of Muzigal’s Sarjapur Academy, Muzigal’s Founder Dr. Lakshminarayana Yeluri said, “The Muzigal Academy builds on our mission of democratizing music education by giving learners access to a state-of-the-art learning center in their own community. This will represent the best learning and teaching experience one could hope for in music. It will cater to the widest range of courses in Indian classical and western music taught by expert music teachers. In addition to these, a structured curriculum, periodic assessments, certification, flexible fee payment plans, highly trained teachers, and easy access, make it learner-centric at heart.”
With over 10,000 students spread across India, USA, UK, Australia, and UAE, supported by 400+ trained music teachers and over 40,000 classes completed successfully, Muzigal has helped students fulfil their music aspirations globally, whether they are hobby learners or serious learners hoping to achieve Trinity grade certification.

Traditional music institutions in India have mostly remained as mom-and-pop shops, home tuitions or through some of the large boutique institutions that are either restricted to certain geographies or limited only to advanced level of music learners that are not built to scale with a tech stack behind them. Muzigal’s academy epitomizes and reimagines neighbourhood music academies with state-of-the-art infrastructure, wide choice of music courses, dedicated staff, trained teachers and a shop-front. Muzigal invites learners of all age groups and walks of life to come and join the fun.

Muzigal provides a comprehensive approach to music education by leveraging its online presence, offline academies and expert teachers to address the needs of music learners. This approach ensures that students have the resources and guidance necessary to achieve their musical aspirations.

The Sarjapur Muzigal Academy is located at No. 33/2, 2nd Floor, Doddakanahalli, Sarjapur – Marathahalli Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560035.

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Milaap Celebrates ‘Cancer Survivors Day’ in Bengaluru with Hair Donation Drive & Cancer Survivors’ Meet-up

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Bengaluru, June 4, 2023: To commemorate National Cancer Survivors Day, Milaap, India’s largest crowdfunding platform held a day-long event to support the cancer survivors from the city in collaboration with Indian Cancer Society Bangalore and Bangalore Hair Donation. The programme began with a hair donation drive in a city-based salon. It was followed by a meet-up event for cancer survivors, their families and the donors to create awareness on the condition, and celebrate their courage and resilience in their recuperation journey. It concluded with a session of laughter yoga and a musical performance by a young artist.

According to estimates, India had a whopping 14,61,427 cancer cases last year. Data shows that one in nine people in India are likely to develop cancer in their lifetime. While women are more likely to be affected by breast cancers and men by lung cancers, lymphoid leukaemia is the most common form of cancer in children. The incidence of cancer cases is estimated to increase by 12.8% in 2025 as compared to 2020. Lipi Cinderella, 10 year old donated and become bald for the cancer cause and Akshita Mengi Music artist from Bangalore entertained the audience at the Milaap event.

National Cancer Survivors day is observed every year to acknowledge people with a history of cancer. The day aims to raise awareness of the challenges the cancer survivors and their families undergo, and yet live life to the best of their abilities. At the event this afternoon, people in attendance shared personal stories of diagnosis, long-lasting effects of the disease, emotional turmoil, and focused on how a community comes together to support them in their recuperation journey. It ended with people participating in laughter yoga, a concept that helps people heal through laughter, especially when they are suffering from stressful conditions like cancer.

Anoj Viswanathan, President and Co-Founder, Milaap said, “At Milaap, we are humbled and honoured to have been trusted to help cancer survivors across the country – right from their diagnosis to their treatment, and subsequent long-term care. This year’s theme of the National Cancer Survivors Day is ‘Close the Care Gap’ and we urge everyone to support cancer warriors and their families in any form they can.”
Speaking of the hair donation drive, he added, “It is heart-warming to see people show up for each other and go out of their comfort zone to bring solace to someone in pain. We would like to thank all the volunteers who donated their hair and made this day even more special.”

Dr. Javeria Fathima who attended the event from the Indian Cancer Society, said, “National Cancer Survivors Day is a reminder that cancer does not define us; it is our unwavering spirit and determination that shines through. It is a celebration of the milestones achieved, the battles fought, and the victories won. “

Milaap is a trusted name when it comes to financing cancer care in India. Over the last decade, the platform has impacted several lives in medical emergencies, and has successfully helped fundraise for treating cancer and the subsequent long-term care of all age groups. Milaap is preferred by users for crowdfunding in a seamless and secure way and helps those in times of need.

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