GST to accelerate India’s Growth - says CS Mamta Binani, President, ICSI

GST to accelerate India’s Growth - says CS Mamta Binani, President, ICSI

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) Welcomes the landmark Constitutional (122^nd  Amendment) Bill, 2014.

 ‘The GST regime can be a game changer which will propel India into the big league of developed nations’, said CS Mamta Binani, President ICSI.

While welcoming the landmark GST Act, CS Mamta Binani , President, ICSI said, that it is a proactive step towards the development of Indian economy bringing us one step closer to joining hands with the Global Economy. It shall be the most comprehensive single tax system for the economy proving to be a great boost in the direction of attracting investments and in furtherance of ‘Make in India” initiative of the Govt of India.

 Ms. Binani further informed that in order to create a widespread awareness and to facilitate capacity building of its members and other professionals in the spectrum of Goods and Services Tax, The ICSI  is observing ‘GST Awareness Drive’ and is undertaking the following activities:

* Special publications showcasing the reach and strength of  GST

* Chartered Secretary Special issue on GST

* Special Webinar Classes on GST

* Exclusive Corner on GST  on ICSI’s website www.icsi.edu.

* Awareness Programmes, Seminars, Sharing of  Knowledge  material, Panel discussion etc. on GST.

* Symposiums on “Goods & Services Tax” in all major cities.

* Master Classes on GST.

M-Taxi, First Of Its Kind 2-Wheeler Taxi Services Coming Soon in Kolkata

M-Taxi, First Of Its Kind 2-Wheeler Taxi Services Coming Soon in Kolkata

M-Taxi expands its presence in the city with Franchise India

M-Taxi, first of its kind 2-wheeler taxi and on-demand delivery service provider, started its operations in Gurgaon this year and will be soon coming to Kolkata. Ma-Taxi, in consultation with Franchise India, Asia’s largest franchise and retail solution provider is expanding its footprints across cities in India.

M-Taxi has signed an exclusive Development Agent Agreement of 5 years with Franchise India to help start setting its footprints in India starting West Bengal, Rajasthan & UP through franchise model. Franchise India would offer its franchise consultation, marketing and recruitment services for M-Taxi.

The M-Taxi 2-Wheeler service offers commuters affordable last-mile connectivity to offices, colleges, schools and residential areas, from metro and bus stations. The service was started in Gurgaon and plans to spread across NCR in the next phase. Passengers struggling to beat traffic and get to some place fast can either hail or book M-Taxi through its app. Passengers can also track the rider through the app before hopping-on, and pay online or with cash for the service.

Commenting on associating with Franchise India, Mr. Arunabh Madhur, Founder & CEO, M-Taxi, said, “There is no bigger name than Franchise India to grow a business through franchise model. FI has been a pioneer and has created successful models for various clients in last decade and half. The team has been supportive in beating the timelines and Mr. Gaurav Marya himself has been a keen observer of the key steps to build the M-Taxi franchise”.

Talking about the future plans of M-Taxi, Mr. Madhur said, “M-Taxi wants to be the name synonymous to bike taxi in the country. We would want to cater to every city where public transport is a problem, be it last mile or point to point connectivity. Our dedicated delivery service makes deliveries controlled and optimized and helps our clients keep end consumer the King. We did really well in Gurgaon and now entering other states. We are hoping to commence sometime soon. We have already got a draft notification from the West Bengal government legalizing the plying of bike-taxis in Kolkata.”

Mr. Gaurav Marya, Chairman, Franchise India said, “M-Taxi is a very unique and first-of –its kind concept which did a tremendous job in Gurgaon. It is a good business model to work on for us too. It is a product for the masses and thus the growth is sure shot. We are extending a 360 degree consultation starting from franchise services to marketing and recruitment for the brand.”

M-Taxi service is available at a very reasonable cost with an initial charge of Rs 25 for the first three kilometers, Rs 5 for every subsequent kilometer and Rs.1/ minute. M-Taxi in its endeavor to put passenger needs on top has made available a transparent pricing mechanism, a recorded history, a share online option, along with a 24X7 services.

About Franchise India

Franchise India is Asia's largest integrated Franchise and Retail Solution provider established in the year 1999, with an absolute authority on Franchising, Retailing and Licensing in India. Founded and lead by Mr. Gaurav Marya, Chairman, the company is a leading business brokerage, which facilitates buying and selling of businesses across Nation.

Franchise India has wide experience in franchise development, business expansion, corporate advisory services, consultancy, multi-brand integration, financial and operational expertise and marketing. The company provides a structure to develop, grow and expand various business models and is built around the idea of profitable and sustainable growth through partnering.

With a team of 900 professionals, 40 offices and outreach in 300 towns and cities, the Group has touched more than 5 million individual entrepreneurs, impacting more than 2,50,000 businesses. The company has more than 2,500 brands spread across a palette of verticals such as retail, fashion, heath, beauty, wellness, education, real estate, and so on.

Franchise India started its operation dealing with Indian brands and gradually partnering with foreign ventures in the same business to expand its operations with global brands. Francorp, Franglobal and Bradford Licensing LLP are a few associations the company has got into.

For further details, please contact:

Manauti Walecha

General Manager-Communication & PR

Franchise India Group

7291997548, manauti.walecha@franchiseindia.in 

RIDE A STYLE STATEMENT WITH THE SUZUKI ACCESS 125 SPECIAL EDITION

RIDE A STYLE STATEMENT  WITH THE SUZUKI ACCESS 125 SPECIAL EDITION

Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL), a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, has launched the stylish variant of their flagship scooter, the Access 125 Special Edition. The scooter has been crafted to make a unique, retro style statement with exclusive styling elements and will give riders a distinctive road presence.

Suzuki unveiled the Access 125 Special Edition at a Fashion Show, where models walked the ramp sporting Jack & Jones clothing, matching the trendy outlook of the Special Edition. Suzuki have formed a strategic business partnership with Jack & Jones, and the fashion show was a collaboration by both brands.

The Access 125 Special Edition is styled with a trendy, maroon coloured leatherette seat cover. It comes with a special edition logo, round shaped chrome mirrors and brown coloured floor board which give the scooter a retro look and make it stand out in a crowd. This retro style is guaranteed to appeal to trend conscious riders.

The Access 125 Special Edition is equipped with convenient everyday features such as an easy self-start, chrome styled headlamps, analog-digital display and a mobile charging socket as standard equipment. The scooter will also be available with an optional front disc brake. All these features make the Access 125 Special Edition pleasurable and easy to use as your daily vehicle!

The Access 125 Special Edition will be available exclusively in Pearl Mirage White colour and will cost Rs. 59,295 and 62,697 for the Drum Brake and Disc Brake respectively (Ex Showroom, Kolkata).

According to Mr. Satoshi Uchida, Managing Director, SMIPL, “The Access 125 has been one of our most successful models. We have enhanced the fashion quotient and introduced the Access 125 Special Edition to diversify our presence in the segment and cater to the evolving needs of our customers. The Access 125 Special Edition is an indivisible combination of substance and style which gives it a retro feel and makes it stand out in the crowd.”

ABOUT SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE INDIA PVT LTD (SMIPL)

Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited is a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan wherein they have the same manufacturing philosophy of PRODUCTS WITH SUPERIOR VALUE right from the inception. SMIPL manufactures two-wheelers best suited for the valuable Indian customers. The Company started its India operation in February, 2006.

What Can I Give?: Life Lessons from My Teacher – Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam at iLEAD

 What Can I Give?: Life Lessons from My Teacher – Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam at iLEAD

Author Srijan Pal Singh visited iLEAD to talk about his book “What Can I Give?: Life lessons from My Teacher A.P.J Abdul Kalam.” The book is a dedication by his student Srijan Pal Singh who worked very closely with him from 2009-2015, till the last day of his life.  After playing a song called the “The Kalam Anthem” he spoke about Kalam’s life values and also shared anecdotes, sometimes with help of photographs, from their time together as mentor and student. He shared with the iLEAD students  a valuable lesson from Kalam’s teachings – i) keep a diary and write down your thoughts or reflection of what you think or ideas ii) never be shy to acquire knowledge iii) learn to conquer your failures iv) if you are not failing, then you are not using your full potential. While talking about failure he mentioned how in 1979, the first satellite launch of India failed and later succeeded in 1980, how from that era till today India has advanced in space missions by leaps and bounds. A word of caution from Mr Singh was about avoiding arrogance of knowledge.Mr Singh also narrated an incident of a convoy in which Dr Kalam was sympathetic to one of the convoy guards painstakingly carrying out his duty throughout the journey. He told how Dr Kalam met the guard personally that evening in his guest house, appreciated him and the fact that - the image of him shaking hands with the fortunate jawan (and not with a well known person) was the last photograph of Kalam’s life before his demise. 

The students took the following oath along with Mr Singh (a practice followed in Kalam’s lecture conclusions) “Small aim is a crime, I will have a large aim. I will work with integrity and succeed with integrity. Anywhere I go, anyone I meet, one thought should come to my mind, that is - what can I give? Today onwards, I’ll make my mother happy. My national flag flies high in my heart and I will bring glory to my nation.” 

Srijan Pal Singh is a gold medalist at Indian Institute of Management, Ahmadabad. Nominated as one of the Global Leaders of Tomorrow at the St Gallen Symposium in Switzerland, Srijan has actively travelled across rural India and participated in various international initiatives to study and evolve sustainable development systems. Many of his articles on sustainability and development have been published in reputed journals. 

About ILEAd: 

Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Development (Ilead) is one of the premier Media can visit and Management School of Kolkata having world class infrastructure   excellent teaching and non teaching staff and is using latest educated technologies and is affiliated to West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT) and is located in the heart of the City. To know more about Ilead one  www.ilead.net.in.

RIDE A STYLE STATEMENT WITH THE SUZUKI ACCESS 125SPECIAL EDITION

RIDE A STYLE STATEMENT WITH THE SUZUKI ACCESS 125SPECIAL EDITION

Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL), a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, has launched the stylish variant of their flagship scooter, the Access 125 Special Edition. The scooter has been crafted to make a unique, retro style statement with exclusive styling elements and will give riders a distinctive road presence.

Suzuki unveiled the Access 125 Special Edition at a fashion show, where models walked the ramp sporting Jack & Jones clothing, matching the trendy outlook of the Special Edition. Suzuki has formed a strategic business partnership with Jack & Jones, and the fashion show was a collaboration by both brands.

The Access 125 Special Edition is styled with a trendy, maroon coloured leatherette seat cover. It comes with a special edition logo, round shaped chrome mirrors and brown coloured floor board which give the scooter a retro look and make it stand out in a crowd. This retro style is guaranteed to appeal to trend conscious riders.

The Access 125 Special Edition is equipped with convenient everyday features such as an easy self-start, chrome styled headlamps, analog-digital display and a mobile charging socket as standard equipment. The scooter will also be available with an optional front disc brake. All these features make the Access 125 Special Edition pleasurable and easy to use as your daily vehicle!

The Access 125 Special Edition will be available exclusively in Pearl Mirage White colour and will cost Rs. 55,589 and 58,900 for the Drum Brake and Disc Brake respectively (Ex Showroom, Delhi).

According to Mr. Satoshi Uchida, Managing Director, SMIPL, “The Access 125 has been one of our most successful models. We have enhanced the fashion quotient and introduced the Access 125 Special Edition to diversify our presence in the segment and cater to the evolving needs of our customers. The Access 125 Special Edition is an indivisible combination of substance and style which gives it a retro feel and makes it stand out in the crowd.”

ABOUT SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE INDIA PVT LTD (SMIPL)

Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited is a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan wherein they have the same manufacturing philosophy of PRODUCTS WITH SUPERIOR VALUE right from the inception. SMIPL manufactures two- wheelers best suited for the valuable Indian customers. The Company started its India operation in February, 2006.

Shamiana founder Cyrus Dastur interacts with students and members of iLEAD on short films

Shamiana founder Cyrus Dastur interacts with students and members of iLEAD on short films

India’s dedicated and fastest growing short film club, Shamiana Arts brought a series of shorts’ screenings to students of iLEAD, when founder Cyrus Dastur visited the campus.

Cyrus Dastur, notable theatre personality, and founder of Shamiana Arts visited the Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Development (iLEAD) on the 1^st of September to present screenings of few short films and interact with students. The hour long session saw the auditorium packed with students and faculties of the institute.

With short films becoming the major rage among the present generation, Mr. Dastur spoke at length about how to make an impact with shorts in an overtly competitive scenario in India. After screening a host of short films, including ‘Lila’ (2014), ‘Cupidity’ (doubling as brand promotion for ‘Cornetto’) and the very recent ‘Stutterer’ that won the Academy awards this year, he explained to students the art of short film making. Besides, he also encouraged them to showcase their work in prominent film festivals/projects like ’48 hour film project’ and the ‘101’ hours film making challenge’ by Yes Foundation, with which his venture, Shamiana has collaborated with for screenings of award winning short films. Apart from these, worlds’ top short film festivals also make for great platforms to portray one’s art.

“The audience is not obliged to watch your film, so focus on the content if you wish to carve a niche in the industry,”, he said while offering some tips and tricks to students for excelling in the art. The Q&A session also covered practical concerns of budget, where Mr. Dastur stressed on ‘labour, talent and attitude’ as determiners to gain funding in the long run. As beginners however, self funding is what he felt should be practiced to achieve response from the viewers.

A prominent name in the Indian theatre circuit, Mr. Dastur made his foray into the industry with his flagship production, ‘When God said Cheers!’. In his second visit to the campus, he enlightened students who mostly know him as the founder of ‘Shamiana Short Film Club’ to his starting of a feature film production company with two friends. The film is currently in the post-production stage and is slated to release by the end of the year.

Mr. Dastur’s venture ‘Shamiana’ can be traced online too. Before signing off, he offered his email address and suggested students, particularly film lovers to keep expanding their horizons.

Out Of The Shadows at iLEAD

Out Of The Shadows at iLEAD 

‘Out of the Shadows’ is a shadow theatre by selected students of 15-20 colleges in Kolkata  under the mentorship of Kolkata based theatre group Jhalapala in association with RAHI Foundation. The play was staged at iLEAD auditorium where the group used the ancient method of shadow theatre to portray the social menace of Incest and Child Sexual Abuse in India.  It is the format of the play that mesmerized the audience at iLEAD apart from the content which was aimed at spreading awareness on CSA and Incest. Out of the Shadows is a Theatre Project for the Youth of Kolkata - a performance project with Kolkata youth that uses creative shadow stories and Forum Theatre. The event which lasted for a little more than an hour concluded with enthusiastic interactions.

RAHI Foundation, established in 1996, is a pioneering organization focused on women survivors of Incest and Child Sexual Abuse (CSA). RAHI’s work includes support and recovery through the distinctive RAHI Model of Healing; awareness and education about Incest/ CSA; training and intervention; and research and capacity building - all established within the larger issue of social change. Professionally informed and with deep experience, RAHI is a feminist group that has created a supportive environment for survivors. It goes beyond

‘breaking the silence’ and has developed a powerful voice that strives to mainstream the discussion about Incest/ CSA in India and include it in social dialogue.

                                                                                                              

About ILEAd: Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Development (Ilead) is one of the premier Media can visit and Management School of Kolkata having world class infrastructure   excellent teaching and non teaching staff and is using latest educated technologies and is affiliated to West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT) and is located in the heart of the City. To know more about Ilea one www.ilead.net.in.