Thyroid Disorders affecting 4.2 crore Indians every year1

Thyroid Disorders affecting 4.2 crore Indians every year¹

On World Thyroid Day, the Indian Thyroid Society alerts general public and doctors on the highly prevalent and undiagnosed disease

Lucknow, May 19, 2011: Ahead of World Thyroid Day, the message from the Indian Thyroid Society and Abbott India Limited is that untreated thyroid disorders are very common and it is estimated that 4.2 crore Indians¹ are suffering from thyroid disorders with almost 90% undiagnosed.² Often people suffer from a variety of ailments completely unaware that these could be linked to thyroid dysfunction. Thyroid problem is perhaps the second most common endocrine disease next to diabetes.¹

In order to create a greater understanding on the awareness and diagnosis of thyroid disorders and the co-morbidities associated with it, 40, 000 patients will be examined through 700 thyroid testing camps held across the country ahead of World Thyroid Day. 

According to Dr. R V Jayakumar, President of The Indian Thyroid Society (ITS), “Millions of people have an undiagnosed thyroid problem, and don't realize that it is the source of the other serious health challenges they face. Obesity, depression, fatigue, high cholesterol, infertility and many other conditions are very often the direct result of undiagnosed and untreated thyroid conditions. Thyroid disorders are also known to result in dyslipidemia which is an abnormal amount of cholesterol and/or fat in the blood. Dyslipidemia is known to be an important contributor to cardiovascular risks including all cause mortality.”

He added, “In order to avoid complications health wise it is important to go for a regular thyroid check up to ensure a long and healthy life. Think Thyroid, Think Life.”

The thyroid is a small butterfly shaped gland located in the 'neck' region, just under the Adam’s apple. It makes, stores and releases thyroid hormones that influence almost every cell in the body. In short, the thyroid gland facilitates smooth functioning of our body.

Dr. Sharad Kumar, Consultant Endocrinologist and Associate Professor Eras Medical College, Lucknow says, “The most common thyroid disorder, hypothyroidism, results when your thyroid gland fails to produce enough hormones. Hypothyroidism is often not suspected during the routine clinical assessment. Since thyroid hormone testing is not a routine test, the diagnosis is often not confirmed for years. If there are vague symptoms like weakness, a slight weight gain, depression, constipation and heavy periods, it is important to consult your local physician. There is no harm requesting for appropriate tests, which will most likely include a Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) test. The sensitive Thyroid Stimulating Hormone test is the most valuable single method to discover or confirm hypothyroidism. It enables doctors to identify even mild cases of hypothyroidism before symptoms appear.”

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The ALL NEW FRUCTIS Long & Strong:Longer, Stronger, Better!

The ALL NEW FRUCTIS Long & Strong: 

Longer, Stronger, Better!

The ALL NEW Garnier Fructis Long & Strong- a range of shampoo, conditioner & serum

Mumbai - Women today are plagued by many hair problems such as split ends, dull and weak hair that breaks easily which means you can’t grow your hair as long as you would like.

But now you have a reason to brighten up with The ALL NEW Garnier Fructis Long & Strong- a range of shampoo, conditioner & serum – A specialized system for longer and stronger hair!

Wash after wash, this formula enriched with active fruit concentrate, provides every level of the hair with fortifying actives that help strengthen the hair from within and improve shine on the outside. 

Results-

Hair is stronger from within and shinier on the outside.

·         Anti-Breakage: Hair is protected and fortified

·         Anti-Split Ends: Helps prevent from new ones from forming

·         Anti Dullness: Hair shines intensely

For the first time- Fructis brings to you The ALL NEW Long & Strong Serum that smoothes dry, frizzy and unruly hair making it shiny and manageable all day. The serum is the perfect product to complete your hair care regime and provide your hair all that it needs to be longer, stronger and better.

The All New Fructis Long & Strong range makes hair upto 5X stronger from the 1^st wash

Price (MRPs): 

·  Garnier Fructis Long & Strong Shampoo: Rs 199 for 400ml; Rs 117 for 200ml; Rs 64 for 100ml

·  Garnier Fructis Long & Strong Conditioner: Rs 130 for 180g; Rs 68 for 90g

·  Garnier Fructis Long & Strong Serum: Rs 199

The Garnier Fructis range also includes Shampoos & Conditioners for Normal Hair for Damage Care,  Anti-Dandruff, Sleek & Shine, Fall Fight, Fructis Kids (Mango Mischief & Sport Strawberry) and the best selling Shampoo + Oil 2 in One.

For any questions or advice, please contact the Garnier Hair Care Advisor on 022-2492 8284 or toll free number 1800 22 3000 or email at advisor@garnierindia.com

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1500+ people colour their hair with the new Godrej Expert Hair Colour within 12 hours

1500+ people colour their hair with the new

Godrej Expert Hair Colour within 12 hours

- Creates a Happy Hair Record and enters the ‘Limca Book of Records’

In keeping with its Mission: Happy Hair, Happy You; Godrej Expert Hair Colour, India’s No. 1 brand in the hair colour category, sets a new benchmark by entering the Limca Book of records. 

1500+ people coloured their hair with the newly launched Godrej Expert Hair Colour within a span of 12 hours. With this feat, Godrej Expert Hair Colour created history today at Chitrakoot grounds in Andheri in the presence of ace Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan and Nisaba Godrej, President, Human Capital and Innovation, who graced the occasion and cheered the happy participants.

 

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IDBI Mutual Fund appoints Debasish Mallick as MD & CEO

IDBI Mutual Fund appoints Debasish Mallick as MD & CEO

Mumbai: IDBI Asset Management Ltd. has announced the appointment of Mr. Debasish Mallick as MD & CEO, effective May 19, 2011.

Speaking on his appointment, Mr. Mallick said, “I am delighted to join IDBI Mutual Fund and I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. We at IDBI Mutual Fund  intend to deepen focus on company’s mission by assisting fellow investors in making informed investment choices. Backed by an enviable brand and our committed team, I am confident that we shall succeed in our mission”.

Shri Mallick, a post graduate in Economics and a Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers, has nearly three decades of experience in the Banking industry.  Immediately prior to joining the AMC, he was head of Personal Banking Business for IDBI Bank Ltd. (West Zone) which included distribution of Mutual Fund products.  Shri Mallick also has long experience in the areas of Corporate Banking, International Banking, resource mobilization and Treasury among others.

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SAB TV’s Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah ‘Ready’ to welcome Salman Khan…!

SAB TV’s Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah ‘Ready’ to welcome Salman Khan…!

Mumbai, May 23, 2011: This summer with the temperatures soaring high, the members of Gokuldham Society were electrified and totally stunned with a surprise visit. Bollywood’s most flamboyant and loved actor Salman Khan, made a power packed entry on the sets of SAB TV’s ‘Taarak Mehta ka Ooltah Chashmah’.The news of Salman Khan visiting Gokuldham society members spread like a wildfire. The entire society waited with a baited breath to meet the Superstar ‘Salman Khan’.

 

Upon witnessing the dhamakedaar entry, the entire society was filled with an excited buzz.Dayaben aka Disha Wakani was too stunned for words at his arrival and could not resist first doing an ‘aarti’ the Daya way and then showing him her signature ‘garba’. Salman being a true sport accompanied her and delighted the society members with his impromptu performances.

 

Tapu Sena and the others insisted on Salman teaching the entire society members some dance moves from his upcoming movie. Salman readily taught them some moves and dedicated a song to his favorite, Daya ben!

Salman Khan couldn’t stop expressing his love for the show. Sallu bhai is a big fan of the show and follows the show whenever he can. He loves how the society lives together and supports each other even during rough times. It came in as a surprise when Salman said, he adores the unique dialogue delivery skills of Daya ben. Daya ben immediately started rattling a few dialogues. What then followed was fun and non-stop dose of entertainment.

Creating all the excitement, Salman Khan said, “I was very pleased to be a part of this show today. I have worked with Dilip Joshi since my ‘Maine pyaar kiya’ days and it was great meeting him again here today. I especially came to meet Daya bhabhi and I was all ready for all the fun on the sets.”

Needless to say, all the society members got a real treat with this little surprise visit and could not stop chattering about his visit until much afterwards.

Said an elated Disha Wakani aka Disha Wakani, “It was such a surprise to see him. Had I known he was coming, I would have made some of my delicious Aam rus – Puri for him. I’m sure he would have loved it. He even gave my Tapu a cricket kit. I am so happy; my Tapu also got what he had always dreamed of.”

Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal was still in disbelief and said, “One always dreams of meeting their idols and stars. Who would expect a Star like Salman would walk into your very own housing society, that too to surprise you. It was truly a remarkable experience which I will not forget in a hurry.”

Catch Salman Khan in action in your favourite show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah on 30th May, only on SAB TV

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Edgen Murray establishes office in Mumbai to service growing energy sector demand in India

Edgen Murray establishes office in Mumbai to service growing energy sector demand in India

·                   Increased business opportunities in India as a result of growing energy demand and project needs 

·                   Opening new India head office in Mumbai to complement Delhi office in response to market demand

·                   Complements investment in state-of-the-art distribution centre and Asia Pacific HQ in Singapore

Edgen Murray, a leading global distributor of speciality steel products and logistics solutions for the energy sector, is expanding its reach in India, with the opening of its new India head office based in Mumbai.

The new office will primarily service Edgen Murray’s offshore exploration and production (E&P) business in India, moving the company closer to this customer base. The company has historically supplied major steel packages to India upstream projects including the Tapti and Panna oil and gas fields and also the Hydra Project. The downstream and power sectors will however continue to be important markets for Edgen Murray’s Mumbai and Delhi operations, building on existing supply to key power sector projects.

The establishment of a presence closer to customers is supported by positive sector trends. India is currently the world’s fifth largest energy consumer and its demand is continuously growing.[1] Meanwhile, India is also forecast to become the world’s third largest steel consuming country after China and the US in 2011, according to the World Steel Association.

India’s offshore sector growth is expected to be strong in the next five years, specifically in relation to deepwater fields coming on-stream inside this period.[2] India’s ongoing demand for steel is also significant. According to the World Steel Association, demand grew 7.5 percent during the global financial crisis and is expected to grow further in 2011.

“The country’s large natural energy reserves coupled with the ever growing energy needs has resulted in a surge in energy-related projects in recent years,” says Michael Craig, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Eastern Hemisphere, Edgen Murray. “This has created an increase in demand as well as new opportunities in an expanding Asia Pacific market.”

“Opening an office in Mumbai delivers customers a range of important benefits. From developing a deeper understanding of a customer’s requirements to being better able to match our expertise to specific needs and respond at greater speed,” adds Mr. Craig. 

Edgen Murray’s presence in India is complemented by its expanded operations in Singapore, where in December 2010 the company opened a new, state-of-the-art distribution centre to increase its ability to service customers in the region. The new $25 million SGD, 18,000m² facility provides capacity to stock in excess of 30,000 tonnes of product, representing the single largest capital investment made in the history of the company.

ENDS

About Edgen Murray

Edgen Murray is a global distributor of high performance steel products manufactured for use in specialised applications throughout the energy infrastructure markets and individual industrial segments. Supplying both new construction projects and maintenance, repair and operational requirements, Edgen Murray offers a broad range of materials, technical expertise, and customized solutions through more than 30 worldwide locations spanning the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific. For more information, visit www.edgenmurray.com

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Excalibur Lady Passionately feminine, exclusively mechanical

Excalibur Lady

Passionately feminine, exclusively mechanical

Combining the power of an iconic model with the subtle elegance of a totally feminine timepiece, the Excalibur Lady collection from ROGER DUBUIS opens a new chapter in the history of the Geneva-based Manufacture. Incorporating all the traits on which the reputation of the Excalibur collection is based, this feminine collection is distinguished by a finer silhouette that shows off its harmonious curves. This look is echoed in the excellent finishing touches, revealing a ROGER DUBUIS mechanical movement that meets the most demanding requirements of haute horlogerie. Passionately feminine, exclusively mechanical: this is the Excalibur Lady collection.

If the sparkling beauty and slender markers of this collection were to be unveiled on the runway, we would think of them in terms of haute couture. More discreetly entwined around a feminine wrist, Excalibur Lady proudly bears the attributes of haute horlogerie. Through the boldness of its expression as much as by its mechanical movement, the new Excalibur Lady collection from ROGER DUBUIS is part of a decidedly contemporary movement: a spirit that deftly combines assertive femininity and the mechanical excellence of haute horlogerie.

From the Excalibur collection that has defined the finest periods of the Manufacture ROGER DUBUIS from 2005 onwards, the new Lady collection has retained the features that form its emblematic codes: three horns for the bracelet fixing, a highly distinctive grooved bezel and slender Roman numerals. These new aesthetic preferences help to create a more subtle and decidedly feminine silhouette. From its masculine predecessor, it seeks to retain this unique character, this touch of extravagance that incontrovertibly marks it out from its peers in the world of haute horlogerie.

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KHILADI No. 1 LAUNCHES ON BIG MAGIC

KHILADI No. 1 LAUNCHES ON BIG MAGIC

~ First ever localized game show for Hindustan: UP, MP and Bihar ~

India’s premiere channel for the Hindi heartland, BIG MAGIC, from Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd., has struck its magical powers in the regional entertainment television space!  Within 3 weeks of its launch, BIG MAGIC, with its light hearted unique content won over the loyal viewers of UP, MP, & Bihar becoming the undisputed NO 1 channel in the heartland. Combined with the might of 92.7 BIG FM, this offers an incredibly lucrative integrated platform for brands and advertisers.  And to take this regional game further, BIG MAGIC will soon launch, KHILADI No. 1, the first ever on-ground game show on Indian television.

KHILADI No. 1, will be the first ever local on ground game show, hosted by the very popular RJs of the no. 1 radio station of the region, 92.7 BIG FM. The show will become a platform for local populace to get on TV and play, otherwise seemingly simple games. Whether it’s about sucking marbles with a straw or empting a barrel of water with a spoon.  The presence of RJs on the show will make an immediate connect with the local audience thus creating exiting content.

The game show will be played in high footfall locations like malls, shopping complexes, campus grounds and retail outlets thereby offering varied in-show integration possibilities for brands, right from games with the actual product itself to graphic elements like the time keeper.  The channel promises to get even more exciting, exhilarating, energetic and highly entertaining, filled with fun, competition and camaraderie with the new show.

Positioned as India’s first Channel, exclusively for the core Hindi heartland, featuring locally relevant entertainment around Humour, Bollywood, Movies and Musi,c BIG MAGIC today can boast of being the only channel that makes programmes with local flavour for the region. RBNL’s already well established radio brand – 92.7 BIG FM, the leading radio network in this region,  lends it the ability to give these initiatives scale across 11 key Stations where it is present in the region.

Commenting on the innovative game show, Sunil Kumaran, Business Head, BIG MAGIC said, “The launch of KHILADI No. 1, is key step towards keeping with our promise of bringing localized content and reflecting the entertainment needs of the Hindustan (Up, MP and Bihar). This will give the heartland it’s very own localized game show and an exclusive range of programming mix.”

BIG MAGIC will be distributed across all cable operators across the states of UP, MP and Bihar and spread across the likes of DEN, Digicable, WWIL, Hathway, Darsh and Maurya amongst others, reaching approximately 10 mn households in the heartland. The Channel will be placed on S-band, ensuring the channel is among the first 50 channels on the television sets, placed among the top Hindi GEC’s, ensuring excellent opportunity to see. BIG MAGIC will be supported with a high decibel integration plan on 92.7 BIG FM, Outdoor, Mall Activation, play-out seeding in malls, print and local cable.

About Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd.

Reliance Broadcast Network Limited is a multi-media conglomerate with play across radio, television, out of home and live entertainment. It is part of the Reliance Group and specializes in creating and executing integrated media solutions for brands. 92.7 BIG FM – India’s largest FM Network with 45 stations, reaching over 3.57 crore Indians each week.  BIG CBS – a joint venture with CBS Studios International, USA’s No. 1 TV broadcaster which is launching 3 Channels, BIG CBS Prime, BIG CBS Love and BIG CBS Spark.  BIG STREET – in the business of acquiring marketing rights for premium inventory and also acquiring long term premium inventory, across India. BIG LIVE – in the live entertainment business, the division develops, executes and markets Intellectual Properties, integrated across RBNL’s media platforms. All these business verticals come together to offer a truly integrated solution to clients having built significant multi-media capabilities. For more information, log on to: www.reliancebroadcast.com

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Haywards 5000 looks to inspire people of India through the Hausla Buland Anthem

Haywards 5000 looks to inspire people of India through the Hausla Buland Anthem

~ The Hausla Buland Movement “Her Kadam Hausla Buland” is a campaign  that seeks to collect stories of resolve and resilience of  common people  across 59 towns and cities of  India and synthesize them into a permanent property – the Hausla Buland Anthem.~

Bhopal- Haywards 5000 an iconic brand from SABMiller group, is taking its communication campaign, “Haywards Hai toh Hausla Buland” to a new level through the “Hausla Buland Movement” called “Her Kadam Hausla Buland”. The focus of the “Her Kadam Hausla Buland” is to collect the stories of resolve and resilience from people across country and use the snippets of their experience in the making of, “The Hausla Buland Anthem” that would inspire rest of the country.

The Hausla Buland campaign which was initiated last year now takes a new leap. From conducting street plays to emphasize the qualities of resolve and resilience, the campaign now seeks to empower and inspire the people of the country through the Hausla Buland Anthem. The anthem and the people’s experiences in the anthem will now become the brand identity of Haywards 5000. The campaign which received positive consumer feedback has set on a journey to connect with the heart, mind and soul of every common man in India.

Commenting on this initiative, Derek Jones, Director Marketing,, said, “Haywards 5000 is the flagship brand of the SABMiller group that has a strong equity with consumers across the country and the Hausla Buland campaign is a perfect platform to reach out and connect with them. In a country like India where the common man comes across various hurdles every day, it is important for him to jettison the feelings of negativity and work with resolve and resilience in everyday life. The Hausla Buland Movement will be excellent platform to take the campaign to the next level .We believe that the resulting anthem will be a source of inspiration to millions across the country.”

Taking this initiative to the people and to enable them to come and tell their stories of resolve and resilience, a canter will go across select towns. The stories, along with the snippets of their daily lives will be shot and included in the Hausla Buland Anthem video. The anthem will be a montage of real-life situations where the common man fights against day to day challenges and triumphs due to his resilience and never-say-die attitude. The idea is to build dynamic rapport and obtain testimonials from people on how they have displayed Hausla in their lives

 

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HCL Infosystems organizes ‘HCL Grand Computer Carnival’ with exciting gifts

HCL Infosystems organizes ‘HCL Grand Computer Carnival’ with exciting gifts

·         Customers stand a chance to win exciting offers with HCL ME Notebooks and Desktops

·         Carnival starts 10th May 2011 and ends 31^st May 2011

New Delhi– HCL Infosystems Ltd, India’s premier Hardware, Services and ICT System Integration Company, today announced a special consumer campaign, ‘HCL Grand Computer Carnival’ in association with Intel Corporation. The carnival featuring exciting offers on HCL’s range of desktops and notebooks is on from May 10 till May 31, 2011.

As part of the campaign, with every purchase of select models of Intel powered HCL ME laptops and desktops, the customers will be entitled to exciting offers. Purchase of HCL Notebook will make the customers eligible for an additional 2 years "Return to Bench" warranty worth Rs. 4999; a Tata Photon Plus data card worth Rs. 1799 at an attractive price of Rs. 899/- only; HCL ME Backpack worth Rs. 799, 3 years McAfee antivirus worth Rs 1999, and EC2 - a unique data recovery software - absolutely free. Every HCL Desktop is coming bundled with an additional 2 years warranty worth Rs. 2999; a ‘Wiz Pack - a unique education pack for students from KG to 12^th class worth Rs. 14,000/-; EC2 - a unique data recovery software absolutely free; and  Tata Photon Plus data card worth Rs. 1799 will be available at an attractive price of Rs. 899/- only. Besides these, HCL Infosystems also provides the customers a chance to buy HCL notebooks and desktops in installments by paying 6 EMIs with no extra cost involved. And the same offer can be availed at www.hclstore.in

Elaborating on the campaign, Mr. Rothin Bhattacharyya, Executive Vice President, HCL Infosystems said, “This carnival is a way to celebrate the depth of our relationship with our consumers who, over the years, have reposed great faith in us and our products. We are pleased to be associated with Intel Corporation and are confident that this campaign, coupled with attractive purchase options, will enable technology accessibility for Indian customers”.

HCL Grand computer carnival offers are available at more than 2000 authorized HCL dealers in more than 100 towns across India.

To avail the offer, the customers need to register their purchase details online at www.hclstore.in/gcc  before 10th June 2011 and submit documents at special promotion cell by June 15, 2011.

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