Sapna Book House Inaugurates 11th Showroom in Bengaluru at Electronic City’s M5 Mall

Bengaluru, April 10: Sapna Book House, one of India’s most iconic names in the book retail industry, has further expanded its presence in Bengaluru with the opening of its 11th showroom in the city, located at M5 Mall, Electronic City Phase 2. This marks the company’s 24th retail outlet in India.

Established in 1967 by Founder Chairman Sri Suresh Shah, Sapna Book House has grown from a modest 40 sq. ft store into the country’s largest book mall, now operating over 5.5 lakh sq. ft of retail space. The new Electronic City outlet, spread across 9,000 sq. ft, offers an extensive collection of English and Kannada books, along with more than 250 categories of non-book items such as stationery, gifts, toys, art and craft supplies, office essentials, food products, and back-to-school materials.

Speaking at the launch, Managing Director Mr. Nitin Shah stated, “A customer walking into the store will surely not be disappointed. The variety of products we offer ensures there is something for everyone.”

Sapna Book House is not only a leader in retail but also a significant contributor to Indian publishing, having published over 7,000 Kannada titles and more than 900 textbooks and competitive exam books. The company manufactures premium stationery under its in-house brands “Store67” and “Beekraft” and operates a strong B2B vertical, supplying books and materials to over 7,500 institutions including universities, schools, corporates, and public libraries.

Recognized by the Limca Book of Records and India Book of Records as India’s largest book showroom, Sapna has received numerous accolades including the Rajyotsava Award for Kannada publication, Best Publisher Awards from the Karnataka Government, FPBAI, FEPI, the Chanakya Award for Best Publisher in 2017, and the Golden Award from FBPAI in 2024.

The new store will also promote Sapna’s additional verticals such as Sapna Ink, a self-publishing platform, and MagicSkool, a school supply division. Customers can also access Sapna’s virtual bookstore “Sapna Kiosk” with over 20 million titles, and its e-commerce platform SapnaOnline.com, which has been recognized as a leading player in the online retail space.

Sapna Book House continues to engage in various community initiatives including book donations, educational scholarships, storytelling sessions, competitions, and healthcare support through its charitable trust.

The company’s Board of Directors includes Mr. Deepak Shah, Mr. Paresh Shah, and Mr. Nijesh Shah.

The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Press Club of Bengaluru.

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ಜಯನಗರ ರಾಯರ ಮಠಕ್ಕೆ ಆಗಮಿಸಿ, ಗುರುಗಳ ದರ್ಶನ ಪಡೆದ  ಮಾಜಿ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಮಂತ್ರಿ ಸನ್ಮಾನ್ಯ ಶ್ರೀ ಎಚ್ ಡಿ ದೇವೇಗೌಡರು



ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನ ಜಯನಗರದ ಐದನೇ ಬಡಾವಣೆಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ನಂಜನಗೂಡು ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಮಠಕ್ಕೆ ಈ ದಿನ ಗುರುವಾರದ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ  ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ದರ್ಶನ ಪಡೆದು ಶ್ರೀ ಗುರು  ರಾಯರ ಬೃಂದಾವನದ ಮುಂಭಾಗದಲ್ಲಿ ಅರ್ಚಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ನಂದಕಿಶೋರ್  ಆಚಾರ್ಯರು ಸಂಕಲ್ಪವನ್ನು ಮಾಡಿಸಿದರು. ನಂತರ ಶ್ರೀ ದೇವೇಗೌಡರು  ಪ್ರಾರ್ಥನೆಯನ್ನು ಮಾಡಿ ದೀಪಗಳನ್ನು ಬೆಳಗಿಸಿ ಮಂಗಳಾರತಿಯನ್ನು ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸಿದರು. ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀಮಠದ ಹಿರಿಯ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥಾಪಕರಾದ ಆರ್. ಕೆ. ವಾದೀಂದ್ರಾಚಾರ್ಯರು ಮಾಜಿ ಪ್ರಧಾನಿ ಎಚ್ ಡಿ ದೇವೇಗೌಡರಿಗೆ ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಘವೇಂದ್ರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿಗಳ ಶೇಷವಸ್ತ್ರ, ಪರಿಮಳ ಪ್ರಸಾದ, ಫಲಮಂತ್ರಾಕ್ಷತೆ ಕೊಟ್ಟು ಆಶೀರ್ವದಿಸಿದರು,

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Kaya Launches 11th Clinic in Bengaluru with New Facility in Sarjapur

Bengaluru, April 10, 2025: Kaya, one of India’s leading dermatological care brands, has announced the launch of its 11th clinic in Bengaluru, located in the fast-developing Sarjapur area. This marks the company’s 78th clinic nationwide. The new facility was inaugurated by noted radio personality Rapid Rashmi and features advanced infrastructure to provide a comprehensive range of skin, hair, and body treatments.

Equipped with five fully serviced treatment rooms, along with dedicated consultation and dermatologist chambers, the Sarjapur clinic is designed to meet the growing demand for specialized aesthetic and dermatological services in Bengaluru’s expanding urban neighborhoods.

The clinic offers a wide array of advanced treatments targeting lifestyle and age-related concerns, including acne management, anti-aging solutions, pigmentation correction, body contouring, and hair restoration. Some of the key services available at the new facility include CoolSculpting (a non-invasive body contouring procedure), PRP therapy and AnteAGE for hair regeneration, as well as skin rejuvenation procedures such as chemical peels, Q-Switch laser treatments, and DermaFrac.

Significantly, Kaya has also become the first chain of clinics in India to introduce Autologous Exosomes (MCT)—a next-generation, cell-based therapy that uses the body’s own regenerative capabilities to stimulate hair growth and repair.

Dr. Veena Praveen, Dermatologist and Head Medical Advisor (South) at Kaya, highlighted the importance of personalized care. “With the increasing environmental and lifestyle stressors faced by residents in cities like Bengaluru, maintaining skin, hair, and body health is a growing challenge. Our focus is on providing world-class, scientifically-backed solutions tailored to individual needs,” she said.

Guest of Honour Rapid Rashmi commented on the evolving awareness of wellness among consumers. “People today are far more informed about their skincare and haircare needs. Brands like Kaya, with over 20 years of experience, are playing a crucial role in offering expert, result-driven care that’s rooted in trust and technology,” she noted.

With this expansion, Kaya continues to strengthen its presence in the Indian market, aiming to make expert dermatological care accessible across the country through innovation and a strong focus on personalized service.

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ಸ್ವಿಗ್ಗಿ ಇನ್‌ಸ್ಟಾಮಾರ್ಟ್ ವತಿಯಿಂದ “ಮ್ಯಾಕ್ಸ್‌ಸೇವರ್‌” ಎಂಬ ಹೊಸ ಉಳಿತಾಯಾತ್ಮಕ ಸೇವೆ ಪರಿಚಯ

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: ತ್ವರಿತ ಇ-ಕಾಮರ್ಸ್ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಂಚೂಣಿಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಸ್ವಿಗ್ಗಿ ಇನ್‌ಸ್ಟಾಮಾರ್ಟ್‌ ತನ್ನ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗಾಗಿ “ಮ್ಯಾಕ್ಸ್‌ಸೇವರ್‌” ಎಂಬ ಹೊಸ ಸೇವೆಯನ್ನು ಆರಂಭಿಸಿದೆ. ಈ ಸೇವೆಯ ಮೂಲಕ ಬಳಕೆದಾರರು ತಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರತಿ ಆರ್ಡರ್‌ ಮೇಲೆ ರೂ.500 ವರೆಗೆ ಉಳಿತಾಯ ಮಾಡಬಹುದಾಗಿದೆ.

ಇತ್ತೀಚೆಗಷ್ಟೆ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರದಾದ್ಯಂತ 100ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ನಗರಗಳಿಗೆ ತನ್ನ ಸೇವೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಸ್ತರಿಸಿರುವ ಸ್ವಿಗ್ಗಿ ಇನ್‌ಸ್ಟಾಮಾರ್ಟ್‌ ಇದೀಗ ಈ ನಗರಗಳಲ್ಲಿನ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ ಮ್ಯಾಕ್ಸ್‌ಸೇವರ್‌ ಸೌಲಭ್ಯವನ್ನು ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಸಿದೆ.

ಮ್ಯಾಕ್ಸ್‌ಸೇವರ್‌ ಸೇವೆಯು ದಿನಸಿಗಳು, ಎಲೆಕ್ಟ್ರಾನಿಕ್ಸ್, ಸ್ಮಾರ್ಟ್‌ಫೋನ್‌ಗಳು, ಫ್ಯಾಷನ್‌, ಮೇಕಪ್‌ ಸಾಮಗ್ರಿಗಳು, ಆಟಿಕೆಗಳು ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ 35,000ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಉತ್ಪನ್ನಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಸ್ತೃತ ಡಿಸ್ಕೌಂಟ್‌ಗಳನ್ನೂ ಉಳಿತಾಯದ ಅವಕಾಶವನ್ನೂ ಒದಗಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.

ಈ ಕುರಿತು ಮಾಹಿತಿ ನೀಡಿದ ಸ್ವಿಗ್ಗಿ ಇನ್‌ಸ್ಟಾಮಾರ್ಟ್‌ನ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಾಹಕ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿ (CEO) ಶ್ರೀ ಅಮಿತೇಶ್ ಝಾ ಅವರು, “ಇಂದು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರು ತ್ವರಿತವಾಗಿ ಅಗತ್ಯವಸ್ತುಗಳನ್ನು ಪಡೆಯಲು ಸ್ವಿಗ್ಗಿ ಇನ್‌ಸ್ಟಾಮಾರ್ಟ್ ಸೇವೆಯನ್ನು ಆರಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಈ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ಮೌಲ್ಯ ನೀಡುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ‘ಮ್ಯಾಕ್ಸ್‌ಸೇವರ್‌’ ಅನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತಿದೆ,” ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಅವರು ಮುಂದುವರೆದು, “ಈ ಹೊಸ ಸೇವೆಯು ಮೊಬೈಲ್‌ ಅಪ್ಲಿಕೇಶನ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ವಯಂಚಾಲಿತವಾಗಿ ಟಾಪ್‌ಅಪ್‌ ಆಗಿರಲಿದ್ದು, ಗ್ರಾಹಕರು ವಿಭಿನ್ನ ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಮಾಡಬೇಕಾಗಿಲ್ಲ. ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಕ ಬಳಕೆದಾರರಿಗೆ ಈ ಸೇವೆ ಪದಾರ್ಥಗಳ ಒಟ್ಟು ಮೊತ್ತದಲ್ಲಿ ಲಭ್ಯವಿರಲಿದೆ. ವಿಶೇಷವಾಗಿ ಸ್ವಿಗ್ಗಿ ಪ್ರೀಮಿಯಂ ಸದಸ್ಯರಿಗೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಪ್ರಯೋಜನಗಳು ಸಿಗಲಿದ್ದು, ಗ್ರಾಹಕರು ತಮ್ಮ ಆದೇಶಿತ ವಸ್ತುಗಳನ್ನು ಕೇವಲ 10 ನಿಮಿಷಗಳೊಳಗೆ ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸಬಹುದಾಗಿದೆ,” ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿದರು.

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Sheeltron Digital Systems Partners with Seagate to Expand Enterprise Data Storage Offerings in India

Bengaluru, 9 April 2025:
Sheeltron Digital Systems Pvt Ltd., a Bengaluru-based IT system integrator, has announced a strategic collaboration with Seagate® Technology, a global leader in mass-capacity data storage solutions. The partnership aims to enhance the availability of enterprise-grade data storage systems to Indian businesses across sectors.

Under this collaboration, Sheeltron will incorporate Seagate’s enterprise data storage technologies, including the Exos® CORVAULT™ platform, into its existing portfolio of IT solutions. The partnership is expected to help Indian enterprises address growing demands for scalable, secure, and efficient storage infrastructure, especially in the context of digital transformation and AI adoption.

Seagate’s Exos CORVAULT system is known for its self-healing capabilities, multi-petabyte capacity, and high-performance efficiency—features that align with the storage requirements of modern enterprises.

Speaking on the collaboration, Mr. Chandraprakash Parekh, Director of Sheeltron Digital Systems, said:
“We are pleased to collaborate with Seagate, a global leader in storage technology, to bring state-of-the-art data storage solutions to our clients across India. This partnership marks an important milestone in our efforts to provide end-to-end IT solutions to a broad spectrum of industries, including small and medium enterprises, public sector organizations, and government bodies.”

Mr. Sameer Bhatia, Director of the Asia Pacific Consumer Business Group and Country Manager for India & SAARC at Seagate, stated:
“We are excited to work with Sheeltron Digital Systems to extend Seagate’s enterprise storage solutions to Indian businesses. As India continues its journey toward digitalization, Seagate remains committed to supporting organizations with innovative technologies to manage and safeguard their growing data volumes.”

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