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ADIPEC 2008 opens today in Abu Dhabi
ADIPEC 2008 opens to great acclaim
ADIPEC 2008 opened today
One of the largest petroleum shows in the world, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference 2008 will be staged at the brand new Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre between 3-6 November 2008.
His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi opened the show in the morning to an audience of eminent leaders, ministers and government officials.
Thousands join Pink Walkathon in Dubai
Thousands join Pink Walkathon in Dubai
By Sunita Menon, Staff Reporter GULF NEWS published: October 17, 2008
Dubai: Over 5,000 people from all walks of life were up at dawn on Friday to take part in the 5th BurJuman Pink 3.6km Walkathon to raise funds and awareness of the fight against breast cancer
BurJuman and its surroundings were dressed in pink, with happy people dancing to the rhythmic beat of Dubai drums.
The mood was upbeat as participants posed for photographs and rushed inside the mall to get registered for the walk. Some of them even brought along their pet dogs. Almost everyone sported pink ribbons. Thousands of pink balloons went up the air as the walk began at 8am.
Some of the participants said they lost friends and family members to breast cancer. “I am taking part for the first time in this walkathon. Last year I lost my beautiful wife Laura. She had breast cancer. We were together for 17 years. By taking part I wanted to do something for her. I am sure she will be very happy,” said Jim Collins, a Dubai resident.
Sabina Khandwani, Head of PR and Marketing of BurJuman, said the walkathon also serves to keep people updated on how to protect women from breast cancer.
“Breast cancer has evolved from a family-centric issue to one which affects businesses and the larger economy,” Khandwani said.
This year’s Pink Walkathon was supported by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dubai Healthcare City, Barclays Bank, , MD Anderson Cancer Center, Johnson & Johnson, and Microsoft.
Bangalore Realty Expo at Dubai from 16th October to 18th October 2008
Bangalore Realty Expo at Dubai from 16th October to 18th October 2008
For realty sector, business always happens. Whether financial market is down or up is not a problem for the cautious investor. Bangalore is one such place where market is holding steady even at this time. If the builder is reliable and papers are legal, then no fear and holds. It will be always the right time and decision.
Here is an exmaple of brisk customer activities happening at the ongoing Bangalore Realty Expo at Dubai from 16th October to 18th October 2008 at HOTEL RENAISSANCE, DUBAI.
AR Rahman hunts for talent
AR Rahman hunts for talent
Press Trust Of India
New Delhi, October 15, 2008
Maverick music maestro AR Rahman’s journey through fifteen states of India hunting for music talent will be aired on Doordarshan early this December.
Rahman will host the ‘The Big Band’ show where bands from seven countries- India, Nepal, Malaysia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Singapore and Sri Lanka- will vie for a three-year recording contract with Phat Phish Records, an entertainment and communications company.
The winner will also get artist management up to three albums and six music videos, tours and concerts on national and international stage as well as cash prize worth Rs 10 million.
“We have seen so many reality shows on the television. But what makes it different is that the show is not all about India alone, we have the idea of providing a common platform for all these guys from various places,” Rahman said here yesterday.
“There is a huge audience of people who look beyond the typical Bollywood music. Music talents cutting across regions, languages, genres will be performing on the show. Considering the excellent reach of Doordarshan, we will launch the show soon on Doordarshan,” said Phat Phish chairman Anand Surapur.
“We think the timing is right for people to be exposed to a wider choice. There is an unbelievable amount of talent available and it is just a matter of bringing it out, nurturing it and presenting it to be recognised,” Managing Director, Phat Phish, K R Harish said.
Participating bands must have between 2-10 members with at least one lead singer and must submit three tunes with the first tune being an original interpretation of a popular Bollywood, folk or regional piece.
The second tune has to be based on the bands’ interpretation of Rahman’s specially composed melody for the show which will be released on October 24. Besides, the bands will also have to submit one of their original compositions.
“My role is to be the little link between these bands and the people. The show’s concept is something unique but it has to be linked with the public,” said the ace music director.
Asked on his expectations from the show, Rahman said, “Its all about discovering something new from these bands. We will be looking for various elements. One element from one band, another element from another… I think there will be lot of surprises in the show as there are so many bands.”
Short listed bands will be invited to the first stage of audition where they will be asked to perform any of the three pieces by the judges.
AR Rahman hunts for talent
AR Rahman hunts for talent
Press Trust Of India
New Delhi, October 15, 2008
Maverick music maestro AR Rahman’s journey through fifteen states of India hunting for music talent will be aired on Doordarshan early this December.
Rahman will host the ‘The Big Band’ show where bands from seven countries- India, Nepal, Malaysia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Singapore and Sri Lanka- will vie for a three-year recording contract with Phat Phish Records, an entertainment and communications company.
The winner will also get artist management up to three albums and six music videos, tours and concerts on national and international stage as well as cash prize worth Rs 10 million.
“We have seen so many reality shows on the television. But what makes it different is that the show is not all about India alone, we have the idea of providing a common platform for all these guys from various places,” Rahman said here yesterday.
“There is a huge audience of people who look beyond the typical Bollywood music. Music talents cutting across regions, languages, genres will be performing on the show. Considering the excellent reach of Doordarshan, we will launch the show soon on Doordarshan,” said Phat Phish chairman Anand Surapur.
“We think the timing is right for people to be exposed to a wider choice. There is an unbelievable amount of talent available and it is just a matter of bringing it out, nurturing it and presenting it to be recognised,” Managing Director, Phat Phish, K R Harish said.
Participating bands must have between 2-10 members with at least one lead singer and must submit three tunes with the first tune being an original interpretation of a popular Bollywood, folk or regional piece.
The second tune has to be based on the bands’ interpretation of Rahman’s specially composed melody for the show which will be released on October 24. Besides, the bands will also have to submit one of their original compositions.
“My role is to be the little link between these bands and the people. The show’s concept is something unique but it has to be linked with the public,” said the ace music director.
Asked on his expectations from the show, Rahman said, “Its all about discovering something new from these bands. We will be looking for various elements. One element from one band, another element from another… I think there will be lot of surprises in the show as there are so many bands.”
Short listed bands will be invited to the first stage of audition where they will be asked to perform any of the three pieces by the judges.
Essay Competition -‘Pravasi Jeevithathinde prasnangalum parihara margangalum’
MPCC (Malabar Pravasi Coordination Council) has announced to conduct a malayalam essay competition which is open to all who knows malayalam, as part of its campeign for ‘Malbar Pravasi Divas’, an iconing event of MPCC, which will be held on November 07, 2008, at Sharjah Indian Association.
The topic of the essay is “Pravasi Jeevithathinde prasnangalum
parihara margangalum”
Essay should not exceed 6 fullscap pages. Name, address and other relevant
personal information should be enclosed along with the essay.
All entries should be received on or before 25th October 2008. Entries can be
send by post with the follwoing address ‘ Malabar Pravasi Divas-Essay
competition, P.O.Box 84992, Dubai, UAE or by e-mail info@mpccworld. org. Alternatively, it is possible to upload the entries in http://www.mpccworld. org. For direct delivery or further clarification please contact +971507912305
There will be a very attractive cash award for the winner along with other
attractive prizes. The winner will also get a chance to present his views in
‘Malabr Pravasi Divas’.
European films to hit UAE Screen
European films to hit UAE screen
KK Moidu
A scene from German film Absurdistan directed by Veit Helmer, to be screened on European Movies Eighth season at Grand Cinema, Mercato Mall, Dubai on Tuesday Oct. 28 at 8pm.
THE European Movies Eighth Season (2008/2009) offered by nine European embassies in the UAE will screen quality films from Europe at Grand Cinemas in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Al Ain.
Andreas Maager, deputy head of Mission, Embassy of Switzerland, Abu Dhabi announced on Monday at a press conference held at the residence of Consul General of Switzerland in Al Barsha, Dubai.
The last seven seasons were great success and the eighth season will have another feast of quality European films, the organisers say.
The films also provide the audience with an opportunity to explore different areas of European cinema production and history.
Under the patronage of Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, the embassies of nine countries (Austria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Spain and Switzerland), the organisers of the European Movies Eighth Season, are offering something more which would not be normally available in the region.
Cine-goers will get an opportunity to watch 14 films of renowned directors from the past and the most recent releases produced in the nine European countries.
The 14 films to be screened in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Al Ain are, Pas de Panique directed by Denis Rabaglia and Nordwand directed by Philipp Stolzl (Switzerland), the recently released Absurdistan, Die Fetten Jahre sind vorbei directed by Hans Wiengartner, Auf der anderen Seite directed by Faith Akin (Germany), superhit Le Petit Lieutenant and Mademoiselle directed by Philippe Lioret (France), Los Otros directed by Alejandro Amenabar and Lo que se de Lola directed by Javier Rebollo (Spain), Geboren in Absurdistan directed by Houchang Allahyari (Austria), Zelary directed by Ondrej Trojan (Czech Republic), Katyn directed by Andrzej Wajda (Poland), Simon directed Eddy Terstall (Netherlands), Mediterraneo directed by Gabriele Salvatores (Italy).
The films will be screened in original languages with English subtitles and the screening schedules of Abu Dhabi Grand Cinemas, Abu Dhabi Mall every Sunday at 8pm, Dubai Grand Cinemas Mercato Mall, every other Tuesday at 8pm and Al Ain Grand Cinemas, Rotana, Oasis City, every other Saturday at 5pm and 8pm.
Season tickets for 14 movies will cost Dhs 200 and can be purchased at the Grand Cinemas in Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi Mall), Dubai (Mercato) and Al Ain (Rotana). Tickets are also available at the Embassy of Switzerland in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of Switzerland in Dubai.
Onam Lunch at Kerala Social Centre Abu Dhabi – 10 October 2008
Onam Lunch at Kerala Social Centre Abu Dhabi – 10 October 2008
Ready to start.
Some of the silent heroes who worked hard to make this event a big success.
All items ready to be served.
The rush for the right seat.
Captain in control – organising smoothly everything, every where. It is untiring efforts and a thankless job.
Members and guests waiting to be served the sumptuous meal.
Once again a very well conducted event by Kerala Social Centre Abu Dhabi.
Once again, Happy Onam to all Malayalees worldwide.
Regards,
Ramesh Menon
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