The City Palace Museum was delighted to welcome 12 special visitors from Disable Union Organization, Israel. Our guests arrived on wheel chairs and were lifted up the steps to the Mardana Mahal lift by the City Palace staff. Thereafter, each visitor was taken to Mor Chowk.
It gives us a sense of satisfaction to have been able to comfortably and successfully show them around the museum. “Delightfully well maintained and very co-operative staff,” was left for us as a message in the visitor’s book by one of the guests. This visit did not go without leaving us a key take-away. When you think you can is actually when you can! We may have heard this all along, but we guess it sinks in only when we see it. Eternal Mewar looks forward to welcoming our esteemed guests again.
Family businesses represent a predominant form of business organisation in the world. These heterogeneous enterprises offer a challenging array of issues to study and are beginning to receive substantial scholarly attention.
CII-FBN India Chapter is organising the 1st Next Generation (NxG) International Convention on Family Business on ‘Step Up: Taking the Family Business to the Next Level’. This is an annual event for Next Generation members of Family Business at Taj Exotica in Goa during October 24-26, 2013.
The international convention, the first of its kind being organised by the Chapter, will draw the participation of young family business leaders in the age group of 18-40 years. The convention, patterned on similar conventions held by FBN International, will provide a powerful platform to Next Generation Family Business leaders from across the country to share their experiences as well as discuss some of the most pressing issues concerning their role in business. It will have a sizeable international participation and several prominent Next Gen leaders from different countries shall be seen addressing the audience and sharing case studies. The three-day event will direct attention on diverse themes of interest to young business leaders, such as social media, viral marketing and brand building. There will be panel discussions on topics like ‘New Leaders - Building Credibility & Trust in the Family Business’ and ‘Outside Work Experience vs Joining Family Business Directly’. Besides, participants will be introduced to the 'New Leaders Circle'.
Mr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar of Udaipur, Trustee - Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation will present a case study from an Indian perspective. Mr. Raju Mansukhani, Consultant - Media and Communications - MMCF and Mr Mayank Gupta, Deputy Secretary - MMCF will also be present at the convention. Industry giants like Barclays Bank and Godrej will be seen sharing insights. The convention will conclude with a gala dinner at Radisson and pubbing at Titos. When in Goa, Titos is a must, isn’t it?
Any savvy bride knows an unbelievable wedding venue when she sees one. Perhaps, it’s the service, staff, details, vibe, or all of these things. Most often than not, it’s something she just can’t put her finger on – a romancing look and feel that ignites the senses and sets it apart from other destinations she and her groom may have considered. Udaipur has continued to be a preferred wedding destination for reasons more than one and Jagmandir Island Palace, the unique locale in this beautiful city.
A majestic 17th century palace set amidst Lake Pichola, Jagmandir plays host to the 21st century guests. From the jetty where you step off the ferry, you are welcomed in the indigenous style by the staff from where you are taken under their wings with genteel hospitality, impeccable service and rich surroundings as your wedding unfolds on one of the lake-facing lawns. With a fresh breeze off the lake all over you, the celebration continues past manicured gardens with fireworks in the background to complete the fairytale wedding setting.
At Jagmandir, we leave no stone unturned to provide you a wedding package that uniquely suits your requirements and your dreams. With seamless coordination we facilitate your Regal Wedding plans. Our teams add immense value with concrete suggestions on how to enhance the cuisine, beverages, music and entertainment, ambience and décor during the wedding ceremonies and celebrations that can be spread across days and nights to make it a royal wedding.
Maharana Pratap (1572-1597), the 54th custodian of the House of Mewar and son of Maharana Udai Singh, has been a Rajput ruler who is celebrated throughout the country for his courage and patriotism. Col. Tod, the famous British antiquarian, says, "There is not a pass in the Alpine Aravalli that is not sanctified by some deed of Maharana Pratap – some brilliant victory, or oftener, more glorious defeat."
As the first freedom fighter in the annals of India, he was the precursor and inspiration for Mahatma Gandhi himself. To the people at large, he is known forever as "the Light and Life of the Hindu Community." What is the mettle that made Maharana Pratap? Undoubtedly, it was his seamless courage, respect for his dynasty and the unshakable principle of never bowing down to the wrong or unjust. A famous poem on him rightly asks the readers, "Has anyone seen the Maharana bow his head before the balustrade in the Mughal court?"
Maharana Pratap’s principles never failed to flow down to his horse. Chetak, his favourite charger died in the battle, but not before saving his master's life. The horse is known to have jumped over a mountain stream when pursued by two Mughal chiefs. Chetak died soon after he had seen his master to safety.
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The new reality show to be aired today on Life OK, The Bachelorette India – Mere Khayaalon ki Mallika, features the Bollywood beauty Mallika Sherawat. She will begin her search for 'The perfect bachelor' who will love her passionately and exclusively. And who would love her just like a next-door-girl and not for being a STAR! In short, the perfect romance and marriage material. And what could be a better launch pad other than the heritage icon,The City Palace in the most romantic city of India, Udaipur! The City Palace already tells a variety of exclusive stories. Of love and of sacrifice. Maybe it was destined for the monument to begin writing just another one after centuries. Of the icon of beauty and charisma, Mallika Sherawat who has never been in love before. And is all set to find her true love.
Watch Malika Sherawat speak exclusively about her Udaipur experience:
Rohit Roy loves the welcoming warmth of Udaipur:
Ajit Thakur, General Manager, Life OK was taken by surprise: