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Knowledge Must invites students as well as professionals to experience one of the most captivating societies in the world and witness one of the oldest, and at the same time most forward-looking, cultures. “In China you can find an increasing amount of outstanding employment opportunities. In order to achieve professional as well as personal satisfaction though, one really needs to prepare for immersing oneself in the complex cultural scenario in China. Our guide book is meant for assisting people in that process”, states Daniel Ratheiser, Managing Director of Knowledge Must.

In addition to offering career guidance and showing up opportunities, this guide features valuable insights ranging from logistics such as visa procedures and accommodation arrangements to cultural background information and inspiration for how to spend one’s leisure time. This publication guides readers to a deeply satisfying experience when coming to China for work.

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Clean Power Asia will also give Thailand the opportunity to showcase its green track record and showcase the many investment opportunities the renewable energy industry offers. “Thailand is committed to the low-carbon pathway”, says Dr. Twarath Sutabutr, Deputy Director-General, Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency, in Thailand’s Ministry of Energy.

With regards to investment opportunities in Thailand, the country’s ministry of Energy says alternative energy resources provide a practical link between the country’s agricultural competitive advantages and its domestic energy needs. Dr. Sutabutr explains: “Thailand is committed to the Low-Carbon pathway, as stated in the new National Economic and Social Development Plan (11th plan), due to the fact that Thailand is a net-importer of fossil fuels. The only way to be independent from the importation is to go along the “Green and Clean Energy” corridor, including Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency and maybe Nuclear Energy.”

Thailand’s ministry of Energy and the local utilities, EGAT and PEA ENCOM, are officially supporting Clean Power Asia, during which some 300 delegates will hear from power experts from more than 14 countries in the region who will report back on renewable and cleaner fossil power projects including from Thailand, Singapore, Korea, China, the Philippines, India, Australia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Malaysia, India, Pakistan and Iran.

Thailand’s current steps towards the Clean Energy pathway
The two site visits on the programme of Clean Power Asia will offer delegates the rare opportunity to explore two of the most prominent solar power projects in Thailand, namely the Ned Project, which is the world’s largest silicon thin-film solar farm, and the BCP solar power project.

Renewable investment opportunities in Thailand include:

Ethanol: The Energy Ministry has already short listed 15 local biomass power plants for foreign company investment, under the United Nations’ Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the Kyoto Protocol.

Solar Cells: Thailand continues to make significant strides in solar generated electric capacity. Currently, much of Thailand’s solar-panels are made for export, but solar energy development now also offers great potential for filling a domestic energy demand, particularly in remote rural and mountainous regions.

Wind Power: The Thai government offers subsidies for electricity produced by wind power. In a recent example of this technology’s potential, a tapioca flour processing plant, eliminated the 8,000 liters/day of fuel oil formerly used in the production process, and cut 40% in production costs.

Biodiesel: The government has a target of 4.25 million litres/day of biodiesel, for a 7% consumption substitute of diesel by the year 2011. Palm oil, one of the most readily available inputs for biodiesel production can be found in abundant quantities in Thailand.

More highlights from the Clean Power Asia programme include:
Renewable power:
• China WindPower plans to build and operate up to 800 MW of new wind farms by 2012
• Keys to success from Southeast Asia’s largest solar power plant project in Thailand
• Optimizing Hydropower generation in peninsular Malaysia – TNB’s Green Energy Initiatives
• Update on the Wayang Windu Project in Indonesia
• Lessons learned from one of the first European style organic waste to energy projects in Thailand

Cleaner fossil power generation:
• Environmental considerations related to the development and implementation of the 660MW coal-fired power plant project in Thailand (Gheco-One)
• Successful cleaner fossil fuel coal based power plant development: the Tianjin IGCC project in China
• PLN Indonesia’s approach to environmentally friendly coal power production
• Thailand’s Mae Moh coal fired power plant’s achievements in reducing emissions through technological and operational improvements
• Korea’s experiences in cost savings while generating ultra-clean electricity

Leading government and industry experts on the programme include:
• Dr.Kurujit Nakornthap, Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Energy, Thailand
• Sutat Patmasiriwat, Governor, Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), Thailand
• Pongsakorn Tantiwanichanon, Deputy Governor Planning and System Development, Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), Thailand
• Luluk Sumiarso, Former Director General of New and Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Indonesia
• Dr. Ram Babu, CEO, General Carbon, India
• Dato’ Ir. Azman Bin Mohd, COO, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Malaysia
• Dr. Direk Lavansiri, Chairman, Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), Thailand
• Ir. Ahmad Fauzi Hasan, CEO, Energy Commission, Malaysia
• Andrew Beebe, Chief Commercial Officer, Suntech Power, China
• Xaypaseuth Phomsoupha, Director General, Department of Energy Promotion and Development, Ministry of Energy and Mines, Lao PDR
• Francis Saturnino C. Juan, Executive Director, Energy Regulatory Commission, The Philippines
• Ir. Ahmad Fauzi Hasan, CEO, Energy Commission, Malaysia
• Maaike Göbel, Manager, Southeast Asia and Pacific Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP), Australia
• Nur Pamudji Director for Primary Energy, PT PLN (Persero), Indonesia

Event dates: Conference dates: 28-30 June, Site visits (optional): 30 June
Event website: www.cleanpower-asia.com
Event location: Intercontinental Hotel, 973 Ploenchit Road, Bangkok, Thailand

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Considering the present situation in Japan, the Management has decided to evacuate all employees and their families as soon as possible.

L&T Infotech has made arrangements to bring all the 185 L&T Group employees and their family members from Japan for a temporary period. Kingfisher Airlines has been contracted for operating a special flight on 17th March from Narita, Tokyo airport to Chennai, India.

In case you have any queries, please write to japaninfo@Lntinfotech.com.
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Business opportunities promises to heat up the bilateral relations of India and Brazil during The India Show in Brazil.

Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in association with Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the Embassy of India in Brazil organized The India Show for the first time in Brazil. With seventy companies from India participating in the exhibition, the event promises to increase the relations between the two countries.

During the Inaugural ceremony, Mr. Shubhendu Amitabh, Chairman of the Latin American and Caribbean Committee of Confederation of Indian Industry and Senior President The Aditya Birla Group said that the World Cup in 2014 and the Olympics, the Rio de Janeiro, in 2016, can be vectors of growth of bilateral relations in the sector of infrastructure and logistics.

The Indian government’s goal is to reach $ 10 billion trade surplus between the countries in 2011, he said, and whilst the movement of cooperation is still small, it has been continuous . During his address he stated that both countries should increase their trade basket and do joint ventures to cater not only for their own markets, but for third parties also, for example, to African and Asian countries.

Mr. Roberto Paranhos de Riobranco, President of the India Brazil Chamber of Commerce, said the socio-economic environment is similar in the two countries, which motivates the development of joint projects. He said that it is necessary to implement programs to promote science and technology in universities and the private sector for development of various sectors such as logistics and infrastructure, as they are considered outdated in Brazil.

Mr. Alessandro Teixeira, Deputy Minister of Development, Industry and Foreign Trade of Brazil, believes that despite of the current scenario which is unpromising, bilateral relations will strengthen in the coming years. “Till 2002, 75% of Brazilian trade relations were concentrated in just four partners, among them the United States, Argentina and two other European countries”.

Today, India is the 16^th trading partner in exports from Brazil, while Brazil is the 10^th supplier of products to India. According to Mr. Teixeira, the interest of both governments is in promoting business promises to improve this rate. He also said that they will constitute a monitoring mechanism to mark trade and introduce actions for cooperation with India”

Mr.Teixeira stated that more effective communication channels are required to enhance the relationship in business. “Just as they are with the United States.” He also proposed regular meetings with Brazilian and Indian CEOs . It is necessary for India to recognize Brazil´s food power, he said. Governments want to strengthen cooperation, especially in agribusiness. “Next year, Brazil will be the largest food producer in the world, which should spark the interest of the Indian government,” said the Deputy Minister.

According to Mr. Vinod Sachdeva, charge d’affaires of the Embassy of India in Brazil, there is a great waste of food in India and Brazil has a superior technology and knowledge in food processing that we can use t to our advantage.

Mr. Sachdeva also announced the cultural festival of India in Brazil in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Brasilia, from 19 May to 5 June, Which will have Indian presentations of music and folk dance. During that same period, Embassy will also open an Indian cultural center in Sao Paulo. “We hope to exchange not only in art but also in business.

The exhibitor catalogue was released by Mr. Teixeira during the inauguration.

An important Panel discussion on Business opportunities between Indian and Brazil took place with the panelists Mr. Ranjit Panigrahi, Director, M.N. Dastur & Company (P) Ltd, Mr. Gastão Giometti , Coordination-General of Organization for Export, Department of International Promotion of Agronegócio, Ministry of Agriculture, Mr. Geraldo Rinaldi , Corporate Strategy– Sindipeças, Mr. Jose Renato Ferreira –Exec. Coordinator, Petrobras ,Mr. Rakesh Vaidyanathan, The Jai Group and Mr. Lior Pinsky, Veirno Advocates , where the importance of sectors like Mining, Agriculture, Auto and Oil and Gas and Agri collaboration contributing to business opportunities was discussed..

The Inaugural session concluded with the vote of thanks by Mr. Virendra Gupta, Senior Director and Head Trade Fairs, Confederation of Indian Industry.

New Delhi

12^th March,2011

Neelam Joshi

Media Desk

Confederation of Indian Industry

23, Institutional Area

Lodi Road

New Delhi – 110 003

Mobile: 9810882431

Taipei Taiwan, Mar 8^th 2011, developing the India market, RAIDON releases the all new Super Speed USB3.0 external storage solutions-RAIDON GR5630 series. It performs at a theoretical speed of 10 times faster than USB2.0, and supports 4 SATA hard drives for a large capacity to relieve the space concerns of daily increased data from user.
GR5630 series comes in two models, GR5630-SB3 and GR5630-WSB3. These models accommodate 3.5” hard drives over 2TB each and deliver excitement to users from experiencing a conspicuous increment in performance, GR5630 series also designed with removable trays to bring convenience to data mobility and it is even easier for users proceeding with data classification and management.
In addition, GR5630 series embedded both USB3.0 and eSATA interfaces for data transfer options to eliminate possible USB upgrade hassles for users, it also offers multiple RAID levels from selection, when operate at a higher level data protection as RAID 5 may assure the store data existence from a hard drive failure and remain with the same storage capacity available. For model GR5630-WSB3 offers in RAID 5 function and has embedded 2 of additional Firewire800 interface which is a familiar connection to Mac users and to the desired demands of chain connection.

GR5630 series are equipped with 8cm ball bearing fan along with aluminum casing design, giving excellent heat dissipation to maintain a lower operating temperature during operation, it is perfectly suitable for a long period of workflow station.

Furthermore, RAIDON has also released two types of USB3.0 PCI Express Cards to both desktop and notebook users for desiring external storage expansions.

For more information please refer to RAIDON’s website: www.RAIDON.com.tw

About RAIDON
RAIDON, one of the brand names founded in year 2000 by RAIDON Technology Inc, is a worldwide leader of small RAID storage subsystem. RAIDON has devoted itself to integrating the requirements from markets, and designs innovative and reliable RAID data backup storage for Small & Medium business, general office users, DVR, media, and IPC industry. Simultaneously, OEM/ODM service is offered as well.

Media Contact

Evita Cheng
Press Contact

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+886 2 22789697 ext.54
marketing@raidon.com.tw

Taipei Taiwan, Feb. 18^th 2011, RAIDON focus on India market and release the new SAS 6G storage solution, iR2880-8S-U5, performing at highest data transfer rate beyond 700MB/s while providing stability and high level RAID6 data redundancy also can be quickly installed. iR2880-8S-U5 offers an optimum SAS 6G storage solution especially to multi-operational workstations and data based servers for the SMB.

iR2880-8S-U5 equipped SAS 6G PCBA from RAIDON latest development with Intel 80341 CPU and 1GB of DDR2 RAM under the hood, embedded dual SAS 6G host interface delivering the optimal performances and supports 8 of 15mm height 2.5” HDD from a physical figure of three standard 5.25” CD-Rom spaces, it also provides simple system configuration and monitoring via LCD control panel, LAN or RS232 ports.

iR2880-8S-U5 offers multiple RAID levels up to RAID6 for the highest data redundancy ability, further provides high level snapshot and clone functions. The snapshot function calculates from existing data, keeping the changes of system in records on each given time for any necessary recoveries by retrieving non-failed system records, and the clone function gives the complete system backups from scheduling, when failure or corruption occurs, system can easily recovered from existing data backups and swiftly return normal operation. With the existence of these two functions, iR2880-8S-U5 sufficiently provides additional security to last the valuable data.

Features:

• Dual SAS 6.0G Host Interface
• Supports RAID 0, 1, 0+1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60 & JBOD Functions
• LCD Display of Real-time System Status
• Hot-swappable Tray Modules
• Supports Snapshot Function
• Offers Web-based GUI
• Compatible with Windows, Linux and Mac OS.

For more information please refer to RAIDON’s website: www.RAIDON.com.tw

About RAIDON

RAIDON, one of the brand names founded in year 2000 by RAIDON Technology, Inc, is a worldwide leader of small RAID storage subsystem. RAIDON has devoted itself to integrating the requirements from markets, and designs innovative and reliable RAID data backup storage for Small & Medium business, general office users, DVR, media, and IPC industry. Simultaneously, OEM/ODM service is offered as well.
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Media Contact

Evita Cheng
Press Contact
+886 2 22789697 ext.54
marketing@raidon.com.tw

Jan 21, 2011 – Toronto
Contact: Heather Smith
The Key Publicity
e-mail: media@thekeypublish.com
Tel: 416-935-1790

Indian-Canadian Chef Wins GOURMAND WORLD COOKBOOK AWARD 2010 in Paris for his First Book “FROM PEMMICAN TO POUTINE: A Journey Through Canada’s Culinary History”

Chef Suman Roy, a Chef for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, has won the Gourmand World Cookbook Award for his first book: “From Pemmican To Poutine: A Journey Through Canada’s Culinary History” in CANADA-ENGLISH, the Category – Best Culinary History Book.

Chef Suman is invited as a Celebrity Chef to present Canadian Cuisine and Canadian Foods in Paris in March 2011 at the Paris CookBook Fair in front of representatives from over 100 countries.

A Unique Cookbook about Canadian Cuisine and its history –From Pemmican To Poutine: A Journey Through Canada’s Culinary History– is creating history globally. This picturesque creation by our very own Canadian Chef, Chef Suman Roy (www.chefsuman.com) has won the award “Best Culinary History Book” in Canada at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2010.

Canadian cuisine and history are celebrated like never before with the release of this new book. Chef Suman Roy takes readers on a beautiful journey from the Atlantic to the Pacific exploring Canadian exceptional food culture with ingredients that are indigenous to Canada. Canadian cuisine and culture are mosaic of creatively designed dishes that are delightful to the taste buds and celebration to the eyes. Through bountiful pictures, recipes, history anecdotes, and wellness notes Chef Suman provides the gift of knowledge and bring Canadians and the world together to appreciate the unique Canadian cuisine and culture.

Chef Suman is also invited by the Paris International Cookbook Fair in March 2011 to present Canadian Cuisine and Canadian Foods to all the guests (representatives from over 100 countries). This year 154 countries participated in the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards, entering books in 53 categories.

Home chefs, professional chefs, history enthusiasts, and food aficionadas will find this new addition to Cookbooks a valuable source that will soon become a classic in Canadian cookbooks.

Chef Suman’s interview on CBC:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmer0Mxu9OM
Chef Suman is available for appearances and interviews and can be reached through:
The Key Publicity
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Tel: 416-935-1790

LIBA partners IIFT to introduce South India’s first Certificate Program in Export Management. Six month course to enable executives to better manage increasingly globalized trade and competition.

Chennai, January 11, 2011: LIBA (Loyola Institute of Business Administration), the only private B-school in South India to consistently rank in the Top 10, today announced a new certificate program in Export Management in partnership with IIFT (Indian Institute of Foreign Trade).. Arguably, South India’s first such program in this area, the six month course is designed to give attendees advanced training in handling the complex and constantly changing international trade scenario.  The course which commences in Jan 29^th 2011 will be taught by senior faculty from IIFT & LIBA besides industry experts. The range of teaching methods used in the programme includes – formal lectures, followed by discussions, case studies, group discussions and exercises. In addition to classroom activities, seminars and workshops involving industry experts would be organized as a part of the learning process. Throughout the programme, participants are encouraged and given opportunities to do projects for greater effectiveness of the teaching-cum-learning process. More details can be had by visiting www.liba.edu

Announcing the course, Fr. Christie, Director, LIBA, said, “Today’s business is essentially global. International trade and commerce is increasing at a pace never known before. The industry in India and the world in general are suffering from lack of qualified personnel who can adeptly manage import-export. I am sure that this highly specialized program will have enhanced value since it is floated in partnership with IIFT – two institutions known for excellent and specialized management programs.”

About IIFT:

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) established in 1963 by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India, has played a pivotal role in the evaluation and advancement of International Business Education and Research in the country.  It visualizes its future role as a catalyst for new ideas, concepts and skills for the internationalization of Indian economy. The Institute’s portfolio of educational programs is diverse and caters to the requirement of aspiring business executives and mid-career professionals.  Besides education, the Institute is a primary provider of training and research based consultancy to both the Government and corporates. The Institute has trained over 45,500 professionals in trade policy through its Management Development Programs besides carrying out collaborative projects with WTO, World Bank, UNCTAD, University of Central England and EU.

About LIBA:

For editorial enquiries contact: Nabanita/Geetha of PRHUB @044-64547284/nabanita@prhub.com /geetha@prhub.com

India needs re-development: Pachauri; A Climate Deal at Cancun Possible: Delbeke

BRUSSELS, Addressing the opening session of the 11^th India-EU Business Summit, Dr. R.K. Pachauri, Chairman of the Intergovermental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), said that the world needs a new development paradigm, or redevelopment. He defined redevelopment as a model that ensured that allows the present generation to meet their material needs without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same. Dr. Pachauri complimented the organizers for choosing sustainable development as the theme for the 11^th India-EU business summit and said that India and EU are natural partners in the process of sustainable development. Pointing to the fact that the EU already was a world leader in the process of re-development that focused on greater sustainability of natural resource use, he said that Indian businesses could seek strategic partnerships with EU counterparts in this area.

Speaking earlier, Mr. Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General CII, said that India and EU are embarking on a unique experiment in which a large industrialized economic grouping like the EU and large sub-continental emerging economy like India are entering into a bilateral trade agreement. Mr. Banerjee felt that a successful bilateral agreement would also provide a catalyst for cooperation in the area of green technology and technology for clean energy.

Also addressing the opening session of the India-EU Business Summit was Mr. Jos Delbeke, the lead official for climate change negotiations at the Cancun talks. Mr. Delbeke was of the opinion that a possible deal is in the offing at Cancun, and that negotiations in South Africa next year would enable the international community to design a successor to the Kyoto Protocol

India-EU Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement will be finalized by Spring of 2011

Mr. Anand Sharma, Minister Commerce and Industry, was optimistic that the India-EU Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement will be successfully concluded by spring of 2011. The Minister was addressing the Plenary session of the 11^th India-EU Business Summit being held in Brussels. Mr. Sharma referred to the fact that while there were challenges and disagreements, both sides have made a firm commitment to the idea of free trade. Mr. Sharma reminded the delegates present at the summit that both India and EU have pushed on with negotiations despite the adverse impact of the global economic crisis and the increase in protectionist tendencies that went against the idea of trade liberalization as represented by the India-EU BTIA. The Minister pointed out that the governments were just putting the building blocks in place, it is now upto businesses to use this agreement to make the India-EU bilateral trade and economic relationship one the drivers of global commerce.

Speaking earlier, Mr. Karel de Gucht, the EU Trade Commissioner, complimented the hard work done by officials of both countries in keeping the momentum going in the negotiations for the EU-India BTIA. Mr. de Gucht said that the real owners of this agreement were the business communities of both countries who have stayed engaged with each other and provided support to both governments to make this trade agreement a possibility.

In his remarks, Mr. Hari Bhartia, President CII and Co-chairman Jubilant Bhartia Group, said that India and the EU are natural partners. Mr. Bhartia said that India’s demand for infrastructure development, and need to invest in skilling upto 500 million young workers in the coming years provided a huge opportunity for EU businesses. He stressed on the fact that as EU businesses globalize, they would need to leverage the skills available in emerging economies like India. Welcoming the optimism of the Ministers, Mr. Bhartia said that the Indian industry is looking forward to a successful completion of the India-EU BTIA. He reminded the audience that both India and EU economies share the commonality of having a large SME sector that is the backbone of their economy, especially exports. A successful EU-India BTIA would reduce tariff and non-tariff barriers that impose far greater costs proportionally on SMEs then they do on large firms, and reduce their ability to participate in global markets, he said.

Brussels

11^th December 2010

Neelam Joshi

Media Desk

Confederation of Indian Industry

23, Institutional Area

Lodi Road

New Delhi – 110 003

Mobile: 9810882431

As the negotiators battle it out at Cancun to pave way for a deal in climate change, India circulated a proposal called International Consultation and Analysis (ICA), as a middle path on the controversial issue of transparency on mitigation actions. This mechanism would essentially mean third-party monitoring of domestic targets and mitigation actions, something that violates the basic premise of the global climate debate.

CSE comes down hard on proposal to allow international scrutiny of domestic targets

• Says the proposal on international measurement and verification of domestic targets is an uncalled for compromise at best and will not yield any positive result
• Will ultimately lead to the removal of distinction between developed and developing nations
• What we need is an agreement on the critical issue of funding and funding mechanisms, as well as transfer of technology for mitigation
• The world needs drastic emission reduction targets, not a compromise to whitewash the world’s biggest pollution, namely the US.

New Delhi, December 3, 2010: The strategy paper on ICA circulated by India at Cancun can best be described as a compromise and the proposal by the Union environment ministry on international measurement and verification of domestic targets will be counter-productive, ultimately leading to removal of distinction between developed and developing nations. The proposal is an ill-disguised effort on the part of India to be a deal-maker for the US,” said Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).

The ministry regards the Copenhagen Accord as a grand bargain where Annex 1 countries agreed to provide fast track finance (US $30 billion) for adaptation in vulnerable countries like Bangladesh and Maldives. In return, emerging economies (the countries in the BASIC group) agreed to a regime where their actions would be measured, reviewed and verified (MRV).

Points out CSE director Sunita Narain, “It is important to understand that MRV is a tool to remove differences between Annex 1 and non-Annex 1 nations. Therefore, even if our mitigation actions are voluntary and domestic, now they will be both reported and verified. This becomes a backhand way of breaching the firewall between industrialized countries with historical emissions and responsibility to cut emissions and the rest of the world, which needs the rights to development. This is why the US has made it clear that all other action in the negotiations will be dependent on the progress made in this area.”

Understandably, many countries are not in favour of the compromised solution on MRV and believe that the industrialized world has done too little on its part of the bargain, for any further concessions to be made. The Indian environment minister had first tabled the strategy paper before the conference of parties at Mexico City in which the new term ICA was coined for MRV. He also reportedly proposed that “all countries whose emissions have crossed 1-2 per cent of world GHG emissions will take on MRV/ICA”.

This would mean that there are only six countries who will qualify to be on that list — China, US, Russia, India, Japan and Germany. This way, CSE points out, the distinction between Annex 1 countries and the rest will be removed.

Deal-maker for the US? Why?

Says Narain: “It is not clear why India wants to be the deal-maker for the US at this stage. The US has not given lived up to its basic and minimum agreement, arrived at Copenhagen. They have not made any funds available. Why are we bending backwards to make even more concessions, without getting anything in return?”

In Copenhagen, the industrialized world had agreed that it would make US$ 30 billion available between 2010-2012 to pay for adaptation cost in the most vulnerable countries and that this financing would be ramped up to US$ 100 billion by 2020. This was itself a pittance of what was actually needed. But what is worse is that no new and additional funds have been made available and now the developing world is being told that it must go to the private sector to look for funding.

The Copenhagen Accord is fundamentally flawed for this reason as it changes the basic framework of the climate agreement, which asks for drastic action from the historical polluters and provides the rights to development for emerging countries. India in the past has rightly made it clear that it is not looking for the right to pollute but is demanding a framework, which will make transition to clean and low carbon energy.

It is also a fact, says CSE that the US has gone back on its commitment to cut emissions. In Copenhagen it had agreed to a weak and pathetic target of 17 per cent below 2005 levels, which translates to 3 per cent below 1990 levels. Now it says it cannot even do this. It says it will try and do close to 14 per cent below 2005 levels, which means no cuts at 1990 levels. This, when it is well accepted, based on science and politics that the US, has to cut up to 40 per cent below 1990 levels by 2020.

The Indian government, points out Chandra Bhushan, CSE’s deputy director, must work towards commitment of deep emission cuts from the developed countries by 2020. As a recent report by the UNEP clearly shows, all the pledges made under Copenhagen Accord are still not sufficient to keep the world under the 2 degree target. “The Indian government must insist on a commitment by developed countries to 40 per cent emission cuts by 2020 from the 1990 baseline.”

Says Narain: “CSE believes that Cancun must focus on the urgent need to cut emissions in fast warming world. It is evident that the industrialized countries continue to renege on their promise of cutting emissions at the scale that is needed. They want to pass the pain of the transition to countries like India. India must make it clear that we want an effective and equitous deal. Nothing less is acceptable.”

• For more details on climate related matters, contact Aditya Ghosh, Senior Coordinator (Climate Change), on g_aditya@cseindia.org. +919811540353
• You can also check related material and regular Cancun updates on the website, http://www.cseindia.org/content/cse-cop-16-cancun
• For appointments and interviews, please contact Papia Samajdar at papia@cseindia.org, +9198119 06977

BANGKOK, November 26, 2010 — Thai Gem & Jewelry Traders Association (TGJTA) today announced the launching of the first Thailand gems & jewelry distribution center overseas in Mumbai, India to be officially open on December 1, 2010.

Thai Gem & Jewelry Association entered into an agreement with ACKRUTI, leading real estate companies of India with diversified interests across several verticals, to launch gems & jewelry distribution center in Mumbai central business district, as according to Mr Somchai Phornchindarak, Vice President of TGJTA and Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair CEO.

The first DC internationally as launched by TGJTA will be at ACKRUTI City Emerald commercial complex in the top-end wholesalers and retailers catering to clients having unlimited purchasing power of Mumbai with strikingly imposing design and ultra-modern amenities. This will also to facilitate trading between Thai suppliers and Indian gems & jewelry wholesalers, retailers and consumers who are in high demands of quality gems & jewelry from Thailand.

The Opening Ceremony of the Thai Gem & Jewelry Traders Association Distribution Center will be held on December 1, 2010 from 11.00 to 13.00 at ACKRUTI City Emerald. It is to be presided over by H.E. Mrs. Porntiva Nakasai, Minister of Commerce, Royal Thai Government. The other distinguished guests from Thailand include Mrs. Nuntawan Sakuntanaga, Thailand Department of Export Promotion Director General, Mr Boonyong Assarasakorn, TGJTA Chairman of Advisory Board, Mr Vichai Assarasakorn, TGJTA President, Mr Atul Jogani, TGJTA Vice President and Mr Somchai Phornchindarak, TGJTA Vice President.

India is ranked as the sixth largest importer of gems & jewelry from Thailand for an amount of US$275 million with an annual growth about fourteen percent. India is also the largest exporter of diamonds to Thailand.

The DC which covers more than 200-square-metres is expected to house leading Thai gems & jewelry suppliers that will stock huge quantities of products ready for distribution. Indian customers who are looking for ways to buy gems & jewelry from Thai suppliers and sell them to their wholesalers, retailers and consumers can find it here.

“ACKRUTI City Emerald is ideally located for the business solution as we are implementing for this important gems & jewelry distribution center in India,” said Mr Somchai. “We’re pleased to welcome this DC to TGJTA and Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair marketing network. This is an excellent opportunity to invest in and create more export opportunities for our members and better serve customers from India and South Asia.” “This project is another example of our commitment to our TGJTA members and the customers from this region.”

There are also many suppliers from Thailand who would like to offer Indian customers at manufacturer’s price for their gems & jewelry. For guests who would like to attend this important event and meet Thai suppliers for further profitable business relationship, please pre-register at http://tinyurl.com/25gv7eo
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All Presses are invited to attend this event, please confirm your registration at http://tinyurl.com/25gv7eo.

For more information about this Mumbai Distribution Center of Thai Gems & Jewelry Traders Association, please contact Ms Nisarat Suebsantiwongs at (6681) 8192606 or bgjf47@bangkokgemsfair.biz.

About Thai Gem & Jewelry Traders Association

The Thai Gem and Jewelry Traders Association (TGJTA) was established for 36 years to serve local gem and jewelry traders and manufacturers who were concentrating on creating a cohesive organization dedicated to developing and expanding the industry for the benefit of all. The vision and dedication of TGJTA’s leadership and members served to grow what was once a cottage industry to one of the world’s leading gem and jewelry manufacturing and trading centers. The gem and jewelry industry has remained one of Thailand’s top twelve exporting industries over the years with exports in 2009 reaching over 8,775 million US dollars. For more information, please check at www.thaigemjewelry.or.th.

About Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair

Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF) is bi-annual gems & jewelry fair during the month of February and September organized consecutively for 26 years. BGJF46 in last September attracted more than 30,000 buyers from 125 countries. With so many buyers visiting, this show is regarded as the world’s top five gems & jewelry sourcing events. Please check more information at www.bangkokgemsfair.com.

Warsaw 24th November 2010; The Polish Border Guard service, represented by the Commander, will appear at a Warsaw city Court on the 25th November to answer charges that they harass SIkhs passing through Polish airports.

The Court action has been taken by Shaminder Puri, a British Sikh, who has long term business and personal connections with Poland and has been traveling in and out of the Country for over 40 years. Puri is a graduate of the University of Warsaw and is also the Secretary General of the International Association of Hydrogeologists.

The Court action is supported by the Helsinki Foundation, a Human Rights Organisation active in Poland in support of human right violations. The law firm Messsrs Wardynski of Poland are working pro bono on the Case.

This Case has aroused significant interest in the country as it is a precedent setting case against a public body. An earlier Action by the Border Guard to fine Mr Puri for his demand that he be checked by routine methods and not necessarily by a priori removing his turban, has been referred by a Warsaw Court to the Constitutional Tribunal, as possibly being un constitutional.

Between October 2009 through to September 2010, the Border Guard service at Frederick Chopin International Airport repeatedly and maliciously harassed Mr Puri on each appearance to catch a flight on business destinations. He was not the only one. Other Sikhs resident and working in Poland have also been harassed, said Mr Charanjit Singh Walia a restaurant owner with a business history in Poland of over 10 years. The Skih Gyani’s working in the Sikh Gurudwara of Warsaw have also been mis treated in this manner.

The action being brought by Shaminder Puri is a claim that his human rights have been violated. However the outcome of the Case will be of interest to all Sikhs passing through Poland and other Countries where such violations may take place.

The CII Report ‘India-A Growth Partner in the Indian Economy’ estimates that India sourcing of US military and nuclear hardware and civilian aircraft could create over 700,000 jobs in the US over the next ten years.  CII survey of member firms with operations in the US clearly shows that Indian business is now engaged across a wide spectrum of sectors, and not just IT and IT enabled services. The survey also dispels the myth that Indian firms operating in the US typically hire India workers and shows that Indian firms have been aggressively hiring US workers, and a large majority of the workers in their US operations are US citizens.

A very interesting finding of the CII survey is that Indian firms have been actively engaged as stakeholders in community development. From participating in developing library programs, health research, and skilling of college graduates. ‘These examples of deep integration of these firms in the economic and social fabric of the communities in the US that they inhabit show that Indian business is in the US for the long-term and see themselves as partners in the resurgence of the US economy’, said Mr. Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General CII. Mr. Banerjee added that the ‘resurgence of the US economy is essential to the stability of the global economy, and we are all stakeholders in that process’.

New Delhi

Neelam Joshi

Media Desk

Confederation of Indian Industry

23, Institutional Area

Lodi Road

New Delhi – 110 003

Mobile: 9810882431

Press Release – Scottish Cyclist Invites India To Join Him For 8 km To Become Part Of A World Wide Team

A Scots cyclist is attempting to visit all 72 countries competing in the Commonwealth Games before returning to new host city, Glasgow, in 2014.

Sean Newall, 27, from Larkhall, South Lanarkshire, cycled from Glasgow to India to attend the closing ceremony of the 2010 Games in Delhi.

It was the first stage of a 32,000 Kilometer round-the-world bike ride.

Mr Newall is using the expedition – and three others – to raise cash for the United Nations children’s fund, Unicef.

The first challenge, which Mr Newall has named World Cycle, involves a 32,000 Kilometer round-the-world bike ride, taking in 13 Commonwealth countries.

He set off from Glasgow’s George Square on 23 July and reached Delhi in time for the closing ceremony completing a distance of 8500 kilometers through 12 countries. He said, “I’ve been through Scotland, England, Holland, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, China, Pakistan and then India.

On Sunday 31 of October he is inviting residents of Kolkata to join him for 8km. Mr. Newall has already had many people from smaller villages and towns join him in India. But it is now the chance of the big cities to take centre stage and really show how great a country India really is.

Sean explained, “This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world wide event that has already had people from around the world join. Not only will you be part of the team but you will represent India.”

The meeting point is at Elliot Park, at the Indira Gandhi Statue at 13:00. All that is required is that you have a bicycle and come along for an 8km cycle. When it is completed all of those that join will be part of the world wide team.

From here he will continue on his quest to cycle the commonwealth by heading off to Bangladesh, before returning to India to head south toward Chennai for another 8km event on the 21st of November. This will conclude his visit to India.

“My main concern is that only a few will join for 8km compared with the interest shown from other commonwealth countries such as Australia, Malaysia and New Zealand. If only a few join, this would not be a fair representation of a country that has shown me overwhelming hospitality. Thousands will have to join to get close to how great India has been!”
The cyclist aims to return home on 23 May 2011, having visited countries in Europe, Oceania, Asia and North and Central America all by bicycle.

To follow his progress, see his current location or contact about joining for 8km visit
www.thecommonwealthchallenge.com

Contact
Sean Newall
The Commonwealth Challenge
sean.newall@thecommonwealthchallenge.com
+919997355105

Chennai, October 12, 2010: MARG Limited, India’s fastest growing integrated infrastructure company, today announced that it will work actively with the Australian Trade Commission through BCA (Business Club Australia), with a view to connecting with potential Australian Business Houses & Universities to further the company’s business ventures in Australia and India.

BCA is the Australian Government’s official business networking program around truly global sporting events. This program is owned and led by the Australian Government’s trade and Investment development agency, the Australian Trade Commission.

The objective of BCA is to:

§ Promote Australia internationally as a strong business partner

§ Target and promote strategic industry sectors around specific events

§ Provide a platform for business matching services for Australian Clients

At the backdrop of the CWG games being held in India, BCA has organised a platform at the Australian High Commission wherein Indian Business houses and Australian counterparts participate to network with each other & explore the different possibilities of doing business in the different sectors. People at the top echelons of several companies (both private & public sector) gather at the venue and exchange thoughts and possibilities of business ventures.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. GRK Reddy, Chairman & Managing Director, MARG Group said, “Australia is a globally competitive location for business. Strong institutions, flexible markets and effective and well-targeted economic policies provide a very solid platform for business. In addition, political stability and a sound regulatory climate strongly support business growth. At MARG we believe in making commitments based on our conviction, and seeing them through ‘no matter what’. The primary goal of MARG is to increase stakeholder value. With strong support from BCA, we hope to explore business possibilities with and in Australia in the fields of mining, vocational training collaboration and development of water sports. We are thankful to Austrade for providing us with this wonderful opportunity.”

BCA India 2010 includes business matching activities through a highly targeted industry specific mission.

MARG will explore opportunities in the following 3 spaces with and / or in Australia:

· Vocational Training Collaboration: Vocational Training Collaboration: Indian Infrastructure sector is undergoing a major transformation. The Indian Government led initiatives like the DMIC & the DFC will entail an expenditure of more than 100,000 Crores INR (Ref Mr. Amitabh Kanth, Chairman DMIC), over a decade. But our country is lacking the trained manpower resources who will be executing this at the forefront. There is a huge shortage of trained manpower in the trades of construction, Engineering related disciplines. This is because the Vocational training platform in India is not a well established one and is not integrated with the Industry.

Australia has innovative approaches in Vocational training. Trades Training Centers which is part of Schools program, a $2.5 billion initiative designed to address Australia’s skills needs by providing greater opportunities for secondary students to participate in vocational education and training while still at school. We are working with Austrade in finding the right partners for establishing a Vocational training platform which will help in bridging the skilled manpower resources gap in India. We at Marg Swaranbhoomi are working with Indian Corporate & Australian Bodies in creating world class Infrastructure and establish high quality standards in bridging this resources gap.

· Mining: Mining in Australia is a major Industry as the country is rich in mineral reserves like coal, gold, iron ore etc. A lot of Indian companies also import coal & iron ore through the eastern coast of India. Looking at the huge Energy needs of India in the next 2 decades, a lot of Indian conglomerates over the last few years have invested in Australian mines and many more will do so to get strong linkages in the domestic operations. We are touching base with different organizations & Institutions with Indian Corporate & Australian companies to give a major boost to both creating supporting Infrastructure for Mines in Australia and also on the cargo business at our ports where over 80% of the bulk Cargo consists of Coal.

§ Development of Water Sports: Australian universities like Australian National University are ranked in top 20 in world when it comes to water sports. They are analyzed on their deliverables, alumni feedback and industry feedback etc. Since there is a huge demand for skilled professional in different water sports in India, Australia Universities & Sporting Bodies are the ideal choice to tie up with to start up a world renowned water sports academy at MARG Swarnabhoomi.

ABOUT MARG LIMITED

MARG Limited (BSE: 530543), incorporated in 1994 and headquartered in Chennai, is an infrastructure, real estate development and services company. The Company is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and its shares are traded on the NSE under the category of ‘Permitted Security’.

MARG’s businesses are organized under 4 distinct business verticals – Marine Infrastructure & Services, Urban & Industrial Infrastructure, EPC and Real Estate. MARG is strategically developing greenfield ports on the Eastern Coast of India. The Karaikal Port is currently operational with a capacity of 5.2 MMTPA (Million Metric Tonnes Per Annum) and phased expansion is underway to eventually scale up to 47 MMTPA. The Company has also been awarded a contract to develop a Minor Port cum Ship Repair Yard at Mugaiyur. In addition to marine infrastructure, MARG also offers related services such as dredging and logistics. MARG Swarnabhoomi, the Company’s flagship project in Urban & Industrial Infrastructure, is being developed as an inclusive city based on the principles of New Urbanism, with unique offerings for Business, Living & Learning. The Company’s EPC division provides integrated turnkey solutions for Greenfield and Brownfield projects pan-India serving clients such as L&T, BHEL, Indian Oil, HP among others. MARG’s Residential Real Estate business, under the umbrella brand MARG ProperTies, offers homes across multiple segments with focus on affordable housing. Malls, IT Parks and Office Spaces constitute the Company’s Commercial Real Estate business. MARG is also expanding its sectoral presence with Airport projects in Bellary and Bijapur and a Multi-Level Car Park (MLCP) in Chennai.

The Company, currently employing over 1000 people, is ISO 9001: 2008 certified for carrying out activities in planning and development of commercial, residential and turnkey projects. MARG Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries have offices in India, China and Singapore.

More information on MARG is available on http://www.marggroup.com

For further information contact:

Atul Raja K. Ravishankar / Sakthi Prasanna

MARG Ltd. Hanmer MS&L

M: +91 90030 72638 M: +91 93828 87608 / +91 98842 77251

New Delhi, India, 01/09/2010 – International students interested in studying in India now have a resource to make their life easier. Knowledge Must is announcing the publication of its new guidebook ‘Study in India – A Guide by Knowledge Must’, which is available for free download from its website at www.knowledge-must.com/guidebooks. This new in-depth resource features authoritative information on all important aspects of studying as a foreigner in India.

Most people are not aware yet about the plethora of opportunities India presents. The country has emerged as one of the cultural and economic hotspots of the 21st century, and has developed into a major competence centre in fields as varied as IT, media, engineering, and the entertainment industry. India is moving forward, and its universities are a part of that success. Whatever the field of studies, there are excellent universities and colleges, some of them among the best at an international level. Most universities in the world are now establishing partnerships with Indian universities. No doubt that India will become soon the new ‘place to be’ in matter of studies and a valuable criteria to draw attention on the labour market.

Knowledge Must invites everybody to take a chance to experience one of the most captivating societies in our globalising world and witness one of the oldest, and at the same time most forward-looking, cultures. With this guide Knowledge Must offers a complete resource for everybody who is interested in India’s challenging education environment.

“Studying in India is not a ordinary ‘Going Abroad’ project” notes Knowledge Must’s Daniel Ratheiser. “If you are prepared to adjust and open yourself, you will have a fruitful and very intensive stay – one semester of studies in India will seem like double the experience.”

In addition to answering the most pressing questions regarding studying in India, the guide features valuable insights ranging from logistics such as visa procedures and accommodation arrangements to cultural backgrounds and inspiration for how to spend one’s leisure time. This publication guides readers to a deeply satisfying study abroad experience.

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Objectives of this Guide

Publishing the guide ‘Study in India’, Knowledge Must once more underscores its commitment to contribute decisively to intercultural relations. Knowledge Must’s mission is to help bring about a world where people value cultures different from their own, communicate more effectively across cultural boundaries, and are empowered to effect positive change. The Knowledge Must Team sees the world not only as it is, but as it could be, and sees itself as agents of change in that process. This guide is meant to foster cultural exchange between India and other cultures, and contribute to a world based on inclusion and mutual respect.

About Knowledge Must

Knowledge Must assists students, professionals, and organisations to successfully cross cultural boundaries. Based on its five divisions Career Must, Language Must, Training Must, Travel Must, and Culture Must, the organisation applies effective solutions for fostering intercultural understanding. Starting with career counselling, Knowledge Must provides study and work experience, language immersion, culture-specific and process-oriented training, individualised travel arrangements, and intercultural events. With its bases in India, Europe, and China, Knowledge Must specialises in customising intercultural solutions for its diverse clients.

For more information please visit www.knowledge-must.com and contact Mr. Peter Braun at info@knowledge-must.com or via phone: +91-98-10990766.

Absolutely Free GMAT Workshops at C. G. Road Office, Ahmedabad
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Ahmedabad, India, July 17, 2010: How students get into TOP MBA schools and/ or score 700+ in GMAT? Attend this award winning seminar that will answer all your questions!!

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP?

• Students wishing to study MBA in USA & Canada. Few universities in the UK, Australia and other countries also accept MBA score as a part of their admission process.
• Even if you are preparing for GMAT test on your own or are registered in one of the coaching classes, you should attend this FREE WORKSHOP.

Come and learn about effective strategies for taking GMAT test! This FREE GMAT WORKSHOP will surpass all your expectations as it conducted by top instructor of Kampus Landing.

WHAT WILL BE COVERED IN THE WORKSHOP?
Our experienced faculty will cover the following aspects:

1. Overview of GMAT test.
2. Tips for answering questions in Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA), Quantitative and Verbal sections.
3. MBA admission strategies and tips to prepare a winning MBA admission application.

The workshop takes a practical approach with students working together to perform tasks.

LOCATION AND DATES
The one-day GMAT familiarization workshop will be held at the Kampus Landing offices in C G Road and Maninagar.

24th July 2010- Saturday        Kampus Landing C G Road Office, Ahmedabad      10 am to 1 pm

25th July 2010- Sunday          Kampus Landing Maninagar Office, Ahmedabad     10 am to 1 pm

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Prior registration is mandatory to attend our FREE WORKSHOPS.
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