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Leading world experts to re-envision Urban India

At The Urban Leaders Symposium organised by Cityscape India, December 9, 2009

December 1, 2009 /India PRwire/ — “Cityscape India” in association with “The Urban Vision” will co-host a groundbreaking symposium that will address critical ways for leaders in both public and private sectors to re-envision India’s cities. The Urban Leaders Symposium will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre on December 9, 2009 alongside the exhibition to be held between 9-12 December , 2009.

India’s 300 million city dwellers make up about one-tenth of the world’s urban population. Today, many Indian cities are growing so rapidly that even as the census gets completed it is already way out of date. The speed and nature of growth in cities in recent times and the magnitude of its environmental consequence is unprecedented by history. The Symposia will address ways to manage this extraordinary pace of urbanization.

Most leaders acknowledge that the future of India is largely rooted in the effectiveness of its cities. Already, cities are engines of economic growth. Today the contribution of urban areas to the Indian Government’s revenues is more than 90 per cent and cities make up almost 60 per cent of the GDP even though they represent only 30 % of the country’s total Population. Enhancing the productivity of India’s cities which can potentially push economic growth and reduce poverty is pivotal to the future of the nation.

Government, industry and social leaders will came together to analyze India’s imminent urban challenges as well as craft a vision framework for a sustainable and inclusive future in this meeting. Metro Councillor Robert Liberty from Portland USA , which is often quoted among the most progressive models of urban development in the world will speak on “Planning, Democracy and Sustainability”. Prof. Amita Bhide , from Centre for Urban Planning and Governance, Tata Institute of Social Sciences will highlight ideas of “Building Socially Equitable cities”. Ms. Patricia Annez , World Bank & Brookings Institute will speak about “Cities and Economic Development”. Mr. Pradeep Nair, Director of Clinton Climate initiative will address the theme “Urbanism in the age of Climate Change”.

The Symposia’s objectives is to build up cultural links and understanding between different geographies; learn from each others leadership, political sense, administrative skill; and to promote leaders to foster a common vision of environmental and social sustainability in the world.

Source: Press release distribution via India PRwire

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About The Organizers

Cityscape India is a unique platform to further enhance and support the vision for real estate growth in emerging markets to an international audience, highlighting unprecedented investment opportunities, revolutionary developments and iconic architecture.

The event provides a platform to influence and network with major investors, developers, key organizations and government authorities involved in investment, development, design and construction of public and private real estate developments.

Cityscape’s network of investors and developers in the emerging world is unrivaled, with real estate exhibitions and conferences held in Singapore, the Middle East, Latin America, the USA and India,

The Urban Vision was initiated with the core belief that cities offer a remarkable way to create a socially inclusive, environmentally sustainable and economically vibrant society.
The Urban Vision is a think-tank instituted to inspire the next generation urbanization; foster dialogue and excellence. The Urban Vision profiles best practices and the finest thinking in the key components of city building -Urban Design, Architecture, infrastructure planning, policy strategies et cetera. The Urban Vision will illustrate inspiring concepts that urban practitioners can take on so as to drive the world in the right path.

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Diksha (Senior Client Exectuive)

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Leading world experts to re-envision Urban India

At The Urban Leaders Symposium organised by Cityscape India, December 9, 2009

December 1, 2009 /India PRwire/ — “Cityscape India” in association with “The Urban Vision” will co-host a groundbreaking symposium that will address critical ways for leaders in both public and private sectors to re-envision India’s cities. The Urban Leaders Symposium will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre on December 9, 2009 alongside the exhibition to be held between 9-12 December , 2009.

India’s 300 million city dwellers make up about one-tenth of the world’s urban population. Today, many Indian cities are growing so rapidly that even as the census gets completed it is already way out of date. The speed and nature of growth in cities in recent times and the magnitude of its environmental consequence is unprecedented by history. The Symposia will address ways to manage this extraordinary pace of urbanization.

Most leaders acknowledge that the future of India is largely rooted in the effectiveness of its cities. Already, cities are engines of economic growth. Today the contribution of urban areas to the Indian Government’s revenues is more than 90 per cent and cities make up almost 60 per cent of the GDP even though they represent only 30 % of the country’s total Population. Enhancing the productivity of India’s cities which can potentially push economic growth and reduce poverty is pivotal to the future of the nation.

Government, industry and social leaders will came together to analyze India’s imminent urban challenges as well as craft a vision framework for a sustainable and inclusive future in this meeting. Metro Councillor Robert Liberty from Portland USA , which is often quoted among the most progressive models of urban development in the world will speak on “Planning, Democracy and Sustainability”. Prof. Amita Bhide , from Centre for Urban Planning and Governance, Tata Institute of Social Sciences will highlight ideas of “Building Socially Equitable cities”. Ms. Patricia Annez , World Bank & Brookings Institute will speak about “Cities and Economic Development”. Mr. Pradeep Nair, Director of Clinton Climate initiative will address the theme “Urbanism in the age of Climate Change”.

The Symposia’s objectives is to build up cultural links and understanding between different geographies; learn from each others leadership, political sense, administrative skill; and to promote leaders to foster a common vision of environmental and social sustainability in the world.

Source: Press release distribution via India PRwire

Notes to Editor

About The Organizers

Cityscape India is a unique platform to further enhance and support the vision for real estate growth in emerging markets to an international audience, highlighting unprecedented investment opportunities, revolutionary developments and iconic architecture.

The event provides a platform to influence and network with major investors, developers, key organizations and government authorities involved in investment, development, design and construction of public and private real estate developments.

Cityscape’s network of investors and developers in the emerging world is unrivaled, with real estate exhibitions and conferences held in Singapore, the Middle East, Latin America, the USA and India,

The Urban Vision was initiated with the core belief that cities offer a remarkable way to create a socially inclusive, environmentally sustainable and economically vibrant society.
The Urban Vision is a think-tank instituted to inspire the next generation urbanization; foster dialogue and excellence. The Urban Vision profiles best practices and the finest thinking in the key components of city building -Urban Design, Architecture, infrastructure planning, policy strategies et cetera. The Urban Vision will illustrate inspiring concepts that urban practitioners can take on so as to drive the world in the right path.

For more information, please contact:
Diksha (Senior Client Exectuive)

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Google Reveals Winners of Android Developer Challenge 2

Google revealed the winners of its second Android Developer Challenge, a contest aimed at encouraging development of Android apps.

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Mkt firm above 17K; Sun Pharma, DLF gain

Mkt firm above 17K; Sun Pharma, DLF gainAll sectoral indices, barring IT stocks, were in the positive terrain. Gainers: BSE ( A, B ), NSE | Losers: BSE ( A, B ), NSE I 52 Week: High, Low I Top 5 picks | Mid-term picks Continue reading

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BIG 92.7 FM & Durbar Mahila Samanya Committee spreads awareness about HIV and AIDS on the Occasion of World AIDS Day at Sonagachi

The awareness campaign which will be carried out both on-air and on-ground will focus on spreading the right information and will urge people to stop discrimination towards HIV infected people.

December 1, 2009 /India PRwire/ — BIG 92.7 FM No. 1 FM Station Network in association with Durbar Mahila Samanaya Committee on the occasion of World Aids Day organized a day long HIV and AIDS awareness campaign on 1st December’09 to keep the public informed about the reality, myths and misconceptions about HIV and AIDS. The awareness campaign which will be carried out both on-air and on-ground will focus on spreading the right information and will urge people to stop discrimination towards HIV infected people. The campaign kicked off at Sonagachi the largest red light district in the city. Road shows, quiz compettion, talking doll show and an all day information cell were set up to increase awareness and fight against AIDS. Trams painted with awareness messages will run through the streets of the city.

Commenting on the above initiative Mr Terence Ashish Mandle, Station Head of BIG 92.7 FM, Kolkata said “BIG 92.7 Fm in association with Durbar Mahila Samanya Committee aims to overcome the stigma around HIV AIDS and generate awareness among the masses. As a responsible medium we are supporting this cause through a whole array of offerings both on air and on ground. RJs Sumonto & Sanchari will support the cause through the on ground live on air show “Ektu Personnel” at Sonagachi. Doing this we are hoping to see the entire area support the cause and our jocks. The personal involvement of our RJs with the local populace is sure to have a positive impact. We are confident that the local populace is going to support us in our positive endeavor with open ears that will bring about a positive change in their outlook to this issue.”

Source: Press release distribution via India PRwire

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BIG 92.7 FM, No. 1 FM Station Network and a Radio initiative from Adlabs Films Ltd., since its first station launch in September 2006, has expanded at a phenomenal pace creating history by launching its 45 station network in 18 months, including an FM station in Singapore. Having completed its goal of a Pan Indian presence spanning 45 cities, 1000 towns and 50,000 villages to reach 200 million Indians across the sub-continent, the brand is now looking towards expanding to more cities within the country as well as overseas. The brand has taken FM as a medium of entertainment beyond the metros, to virgin markets, offering consumers and advertisers a new experience of this medium of entertainment. Within a short span of time with distinctive content and innovative promotion, BIG 92.7 FM has established leadership in the FM space and firmly laid the foundation for an exciting future ahead.

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WAN-IFRA 2009: ‘Just surviving is a success’

The 62nd World Newspaper Congress got underway in Hyderabad on November 30, 2009. The annual event, organised by the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (the merged WAN-IFRA), is being held in India for the first time. The first session of the Congress began with an exciting and stimulating discussion on issues concerning free press around the globe. Continue reading

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Shobhit University Business Incubator (SUBI) organized a “Indo-German Industrial Cooperation Conference”

In support with the 23 German Companies delegation promoted by Federal Ministry of Economy and Technology, Germany at Meerut.

December 1, 2009 /India PRwire/ ‘Shobhit University Business Incubator (SUBI)’, a unique initiative of Shobhit University, designed to accelerate the successful development of entrepreneurial skills and Industrialization, organized first time in Meerut, a “Indo-German Industrial Cooperation Conference” in support with the 23 German Companies delegation promoted by Federal Ministry of Economy and Technology, Germany to foster the industrialization of Western UP in the Shobhit University Campus, Meerut.

The conference cum one – to – one business interaction meet was organized with the objective to provide a platform to Indian companies as well as German companies to explore the business opportunities in the area of Trade, Technical collaboration, and technology transfer etc, in Meerut region.

The conference was chaired by Mr. Claus D. Hagenhoff, Head German Industries delegation along with Shri Hemant Kumar, President of Meerut Industrial Development Forum and Prof. (Dr) Anoop Swarup, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Shobhit University. Kunwar Shekhar Vijendra, Hon’ble Pro-Chancellor, Shobhit University presided over the conference.

Prof. Vishal Bishnoi, Coordinator, Shobhit University Business Incubator (SUBI) in his welcome address informed the delegates about the initiatives and achievement of the University. He also highlighted the objectives and benefits of the ‘SUBI’ and this conference.

Mr. Claus D. Hagenhoff, Head German Industries delegation, in his presentation introduces all the members of German Delegation. Mentioning the purpose of their visit to India and Shobhit University, he praised the efforts of SUBI to provide platform to international business community for interacting with potential partners in non-metro cities like Meerut. He requested Shobhit University for providing skill development support to the German Industries, and thanked SUBI for assistance in identifying potential business partners and in creation of business with Meerut based industries.

Mr. P K Gupta, Chairman IIA (Meerut Chapter) in his presentation said that this unique initiative will open new avenues for the MSME sector in the era of globalization. He thanked SUBI for supporting the Industries in getting the International Linkages.

Shri Hemant Kumar, President of Meerut Industrial Development Forum, in his address highlighted the industrial history of the town and discussed in detail about the present industrial scenario. Expressing his confidence about a brighter future of Meerut based industries, he thanked the Vice-Chancellor of the University for proving them a global opportunity, which was only available in Metro cities till date through organizations like FICCI, ASSOCHEM and CII.

Prof. (Dr) Anoop Swarup, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Shobhit University focused on the need of providing such platforms where academic institutions and industries can come together and pool their expertise for the development of the nation. Mentioning about the global industrial scenario he asked the industries to focus on globalization of their trades and products. In his address, Prof. Swarup emphasized upon the adoption of latest technologies and use of solar and non-conventional energy more in the industries.

Kunwar Shekhar Vijendra, Hon’ble Pro-Chancellor, Shobhit University, opined the need of such visit in the region for conversion of potentials to reality reiterating that the Shobhit University will always happy to be the platform for the industry.

The presentation session was followed by an interaction and open house discussions among the German trade representatives and the Meerut Industry representatives for establishment of business and cooperation. In total 11 MOUs with different German Industries were singed during the first ever such conference. These MOUs has been signed in the area collaborative research, Students/ Faculty exchange, Strategic linkages, Technical tie ups and corporate representation.

During the Conference 23 companies from Germany participated. The German delegation included Dipl.-Ing. Joachim von Wiecki, Advanced Water Solutions Ltd.; Prof. Dr.-Ing. Bernd Bachert, BTC Bachert Technology Consulting; Sebastian Everding, Member of the Board of Directors, Carpe Diem GmbH; Jessy Mathew Paikada, Managing Partner, Gabriel Marketing Services ; Hans Bayer, Owner, Hans Bayer HB Financial Advisors; Dipl.-Ing. Wolfgang Ament, Owner, IBA Ingenieurbüro Ament GbR; Claus D. Hagenhoff, Managing Partner, ITM International Trade Marketing GmbH; Karin Lipp-Mayer, Sales Manager International, Lipp GmbH; Dr. Thomas Paust, Managing Partner, Pro Entec East GmbH; Claus D. Hagenhoff, Managing Director, RULE European Marketing GmbH; Prof. Dr. Katja Kuhn, Prof. for International Management, Prof. Dr. Bernd Bachert, Professor for Mechanical Engineering, SRH University of Applied Sciences Heidelberg School of Engineering and Architectur; Dipl.-Ing. Thomas Fritzsche jun, C.E.O and Chief Architect, Thomas Fritzsche Architects; Dr. Levan Gvelesiani, Director Distribution Europe and Wirud GmbH, Frank Stocker, Export Director, Wolf GmbH.

From Indian side delegates from all important business associations like Indian Industries Association (IIA) Meerut Chapter, Partapur Industrial Estate Development Association, Meerut Industrial Development Forum (MIDFO) and Meerut Management Association were present. Industrial houses such as Sai Electricals Ltd., Triveni Glasses Ltd., Allen Petro Chemicals, Olympic Zippers Ltd., Future General India Life Insurance Co. Ltd., Powerteck Electricals (P) Ltd., Saru Precision Wire and others were represented by their senior management.

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Bikes4Sale.in to power Bikes section on www.ndtvauto.com

Bikes4sale.in today, announced a partnership to power the bikes section on www.NDTVAuto.com. Bikes4Sale has been regarded as the number one site for buying and selling of used bikes in the online space. To further build on this popularity and expand … Continue reading

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The Telecom Jungle

The new telecom companies marching into an overcrowded market face a tough mission: finding the consumer at a profit Continue reading

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Paragon System Upgrade Utilities Can Help You Migrate to Windows 7

Possibly handy imaging, partitioning, and boot utilities highlight Windows 7 migration suite Paragon System Upgrade Utilities.

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Hyderabad: The next destination for Jagran’s City Plus

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Yahoo’s Head of Mobile Takes on New Duties

Yahoo’s David Ko has taken on a new role at the company, heading up its mobile business as well as audience properties.

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Magellan Maestro 4700: Not Quite Worth the Price

This premium GPS device packs plenty of features, but you can find many of them on lower-cost products, too.

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Arrington’s CrunchPad, Dead Before Arrival

Michael Arrington’s much touted web tablet has become toast, albeit crunchy toast, caught in a fight amongst entrepreneurs and investors.

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UTV New Media appoints Microsoft Media Network to monetise several sites

Microsoft Media Network will partner with UTV to monetise Techtree.com, CXOtoday.com and Channeltimes.com Continue reading

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More Financial News Apps for IPhone

A number of apps, such as Steve Parker’s excellent (and renamed) Business Junkie, aggregate RSS feeds or Web headlines from various sources, including CNN and…

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The CrunchPad is Dead: Who Cares!

The fabled CrunchPad is dead, declares TechCrunch’s Michael Arrington.

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IBM Stays Tops as Server Market Stabilizes, Gartner Says

IBM retained its lead over HP as the worldwide server market began to stabilize in the third quarter, Gartner said Monday.

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Mobile phone customers are spoilt for choice

Over the last decade India has seen immense growth in almost all sectors. Among the most prominent of these, showing immense growth, is the Indian telecom sector that has followed a growth pattern far different from the rest of the world. With Indians being price sensitive, and emotional, the slew of advertisements try to touch these aspects painting streets with promising adverts. Continue reading

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Bright Outdoor bags BEST bus tender worth upwards of Rs 123 crore

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Gomi for IPhone

Gomi is a cute and colorful game for iPhone and iPod touch with unique, if tiresome, gameplay. You control the titular character, a Muppet-esque colorful ball…

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Helsinki to Recycle Excess Heat From Data Center

Helsinki-based energy company Helsingin Energia will recycle excess heat from a new data center to help heat the Finnish capital city, it said on Monday.

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Capsa Keeps Tabs on Your SMB Network

Monitor your network down to the packet level with Capsa Network Analyzer.

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Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Madhu Koda Arrested

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Freebie Disk2vhd Creates Virtual Hard Drive Images

Create virtual hard drive images with Disk2vhd, a free and handy utility from Microsoft’s Sysinternals group.

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