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Kolkata Kaleidoscope

Rather than make monetary gains, Alka Jalan has chosen to use her sprawling bungalow to promote art and culture. MARWAR talks to the spirited lady, now nearly 70, who has given Kolkata one of its largest upcoming performing art and multidisciplinary cultural venues that is better known as Alka Jalan Foundation.

The Intrepid Innovator

There are few inheritors who decide to forsake family legacy and create independent wealth through innovation and enterprise. Such is the case with Vinay Kalantri, the founder and managing director of The Mobile Wallet Private Limited. 

A Glittering Legacy

The House of MBj successfully completes 120 years in the business of jewellery making. To mark this glittering success, we interacted with Mayank Soni, the managing director and one of the four brothers who run the century-old family business.

Nirav Modi Launches Second Boutique In NCR

Nirav Modi Launches Second Boutique In NCR

Man With A Mission

Dr Rajendra Joshi is credited with developing several therapeutic drugs, including the well-known Fumaderm and Tecfidera (BG 12). The research scientist, who has spent most of his life in Switzerland, has now turned his attention to developing India’s vast talent pool through various skill development initiatives.

Racing Against The Odds

October to April in Mumbai is sailing season. At the end of April, we will celebrate the winner of the Bombay Merchants Cup (BMC) Regatta, where luxury yachts will compete for the much sought-after Gurkha Cigars Trophy.

Redefining Workspaces

Smartworks is redefining the Indian corporate environment by combining design, ambience, hospitality and technology to create the best agile workspaces. As the only home-grown, and profitable, workspace provider, the two-and-a-half-year-old start-up is currently engaged in addressing a two-pronged, unmet need of providing cost-effective and hasslefree workspaces, while enhancing productivity through employee satisfaction—in keeping with its motto ‘Workspaces that work for you’. Meet Neetish Sarda, Smartworks’ visionary founder and leader.

Solutions In A Box

As entrepreneur, philanthropist, culture aficionado and Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Morocco, Kailash Kumar Kanoria’s responsibilities go beyond overseeing Mumbai-based TCPL Packaging Limited, of which he is the founder and executive chairman. But considering his advanced age, he does it all with surprising agility and finesse.

The Drape Queen

Dolly Jain, who has veritably elevated saree draping to an art, has brought smiles to many a celebrity and topnotch socialite with her refreshingly new and contemporary silhouettes. Meet the Kolkata housewife who has not only achieved the record-breaking feat of draping a saree in 325 ways, but also draping one in 18 ½ seconds flat!

Immersed In Music

Vasundhara Gupta literally eats, sleeps and breathes music. A professional sound designer, sound editor and vocalist, she has worked on several films under awardwinning sound designer and post-production mixer, David Van Slyke, apart from producing her own extended play record, One.

Aura Of Success

With a business domain that extends from Antwerp to Hong Kong, from mines to brands and from impeccable gemstones to breathtaking jewellery, few names measure up to the Kotharis of the KGK Group. Having made great strides under Navrattan Kothari, the house continues on its upward growth trajectory under his sons, especially Sanjay Kothari, who is spearheading the group’s expansion globally.

An Artist And Her Whimsy Art

Economist-turned-painter Nayanaa Kanodia’s journey is a story of talent, passion and vision. Having portrayed India’s culture—past and present—as no one has done before on such a huge time frame, her work is a visual record for generations to come. We interacted with the self-taught artist to learn more about her remarkable journey.

From Jodhpur, With Love

The ongoing ‘Peacock in the Desert: The Royal Arts of Jodhpur, India’ exhibition in America chronicles treasures spanning nearly four centuries from the Marwar-Jodhpur kingdom of Rajasthan. MARWAR brings you a photo essay that offers glimpses of the objects of Indian courtly life on display, most of which have never left India, until now.

For A Noble Cause

Organised by Ruchika Club, the recently held Ruchika Fest 2018 provided shoppers with an opportunity to help the needy while shopping for their favourites.

Toy Story

The recently renovated Dolls Museum of Jaipur has received a new lease of life and is once again staking claim for a spot in the city’s tourist map.

Flight Plan

Entrepreneur Kanika Tekriwal has shown that the sky really is the limit by launching a company that is revolutionising the private aviation industry in the country and the way Indians travel.

Making A Statement

The customs and rituals associated with an Indian wedding reflect a deep-rooted significance for culture. To observe these, diverse collections have been crafted that encompass a wide range of bridal jewellery.

A Quintessential Wedding Destination

Over the years, The Deltin, Daman, has proven itself to be a popular option for destination weddings.

Locked On Target

From a colonel in the Indian Army and an Olympic medallist to the Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, Youth Affairs & Sports, Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore’s journey is both inspiring and commendable. MARWAR met the MP from Jaipur Rural in his plush office in Delhi to know what prompted his transition from an unassuming army man to a key cog in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s cabinet.

Spinning a Success Story

Rajasthan Spinning & Weaving Mills Ltd, the flagship of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, counts among India’s top textile companies. We spoke to Riju Jhunjhunwala, who has been behind the group’s forays into IT and denim fabrics, apart from being at the helm of affairs of the Rajasthan Spinning & Weaving Mills Ltd, as its managing director.

The Secret She Kept

Though married to one of India’s most renowned and influential personalities, Kasturba Gandhi’s life has largely remained in the shadows. With her third book, The Secret Diary of Kasturba, Neelima Dalmia Adhar offers a fly-on-the-wall view into the life of the wife of Mahatma Gandhi.

Creating a Legacy

A private museum in Jaipur has just opened its doors to the public. Called Gyan Museum, it was conceptualised as a tribute to avid collector Gyan Chand Dhaddha by his sons Suresh Dhaddha and Arun Dhaddha and showcases timeless pieces and a rich family legacy.

Livin' The Life

She is the daughter of leading Indian industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla and philanthropist Neerja Birla, and scion of the illustrious Birla clan. Twenty-two-year-old ANANYA BIRLA, however, is unwavering in her resolve to build her own legacy. With two start-ups, a mental health awareness initiative and a music single to her name, the youngster is on a mission to announce to the world that she is a lot more than just a billion-dollar girl.

Hit the road or go off it

FROM AN ALL-TERRAIN ARMY WORKHORSE DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR to plush off-roaders and luxury SUVs, brand Jeep has traversed a long way during its 75-year journey.

Marwaris And Luxury

The highly successful Marwari community has a long tryst with royalty, grandeur and luxury. The values of thrift have not been lost on them either, which have prevented them from being overly indulgent, unlike some other more ostentatious communities. With changing times and evolution of the Marwari mindset, the meaning of luxury has changed, however, giving way to more liberal thinking when it comes to luxury consumption. Dr Sheetal Jain, a Marwari entrepreneur and an internationally published and quoted luxury professional, explores this changing facet of luxury among Marwaris.

In Search Of The Havelis Of Shekhawati

The havelis of Shekhawati bring alive the grandeur of a bygone era, especially the sense of aesthetics and splendour of the merchants who built them. Sadly many of them lie abandoned today, or in a state of utter disrepair. MARWAR takes a tour to capture their dying grandeur, even as they slowly fade from our memory.

Ways Of The Wild

Thousands of brave men and women tirelessly guard India’s forests to curb wildlife poaching and conserve the habitat. In My Encounter with the Big Cat and Other Adventures in Ranthambhore, retired forest officer Daulat Singh Shaktawat takes the reader deep into the jungles of Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, as he revisits his trysts—including a near-death experience—with its tigers.

Programmed To Grow

With more than a million users and presence in more than 140 countries, unlisted accounting software behemoth Tally Solutions counts among the world’s most used business softwares. Starting from scratch, the brand has seen incredible growth under father-son duo Shyam Sunder and Bharat Goenka and continues to grow with fresh impetus from scion Tejas Goenka.

Man On A Mission

Yashovardhan Gupta, the young and dynamic CEO of Torero Corporation Private Limited, believes in a disruptive business model. His company is a global licensee for luxury brands with specialisation in world-class leather accessories that are offered at affordable price points to consumers.

Luxury At Sea

What is it like to set sail aboard a luxury cruise liner? Offering every conceivable comfort on board, the Genting Dream offers holidaymakers an escape like no other.