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Remembering Mahavirprasad Ramkumar Morarka
Industrialist Mahavirprasad Ramkumar Morarkas life is both inspiring and motivating. On his centenary, son Kamal Morarka reminisces about the many facets of the man that made him a pioneering industrialist, a litterateur, a writer, a traditionalist and, most of all, a cherished father.
Pushing The Boundaries Of Growth
Success has greeted Suresh Kumar Poddar, the chairman and managing director of Mayur Uniquoters Limited, from the get-go, helping him turn his company into one of the largest manufacturers of synthetic leather in India. In conversation with MARWAR, Poddar talks about how it all began and the long way they have come since.
Being Famous
Anant Roongta, the young and dynamic managing director of Famous Studios, is all set to bring a new lease of life to the company.
A Self-made Man
Mahesh Singhis story is inspiring. From humble beginnings in Rajasthan to acquiring an engineering degree to propelling through a series of career choices to building one of the country's largest corporate advisory and investment banking firms, here is a man who truly is self-made.
Pioneering Change
The Society for Rational Development (SFORD) works towards holistic development in the villages of western Rajasthan, under the leadership of Manish Mundra and Dr Sunil Nahar. MARWAR brings you their inspiring story.
Tea For Two
For a long time, the only place to catch up with loved ones and enjoy a leisurely cup of tea was your home. Not anymore, thanks to Anirudh Poddar and Aditya Ladsaria, co-founders of Chai Break, who have made tea drinking a pleasurable and social experience. Move over coffee, its time for tea!
When Tradition Marries Opulence
The extravagance, élan, and elaborate detailing of a Marwari wedding is like none other. It’s like transporting yourself to a fairy-tale land, or reading from the pages of royal history. Traditional rituals and customs are at the heart of a Marwari wedding, which surrounded by unbridled fun and festivity make for a grand spectacle indeed.
Fashion Forward
Lakmé Fashion Week A/W 2017 saw some great collections from Marwari designers, who beautifully combined tradition with impeccable style. MARWAR spoke to three of them about the growing popularity of fashion wear among Marwaris and also about wedding wear trends this season.
It's All In The Game
The world of gaming and virtual reality have taken the world of entertainment by storm, going by the ever-increasing number of family entertainment centres and multidimensional theatres in every city. Among those to cash in on the bonanza is Ankur Maheshwary, who heads one of the fastest growing retailing companies in the sector.
Of Timeless Creations
Of Timeless Creations
Hall of Fame
Housed inside the imposing Nahargarh Fort, the newly opened Jaipur Wax Museum brings Rajasthan’s royals and personalities from the fields of history, cinema, sports, literature and culture under one roof.
Sweet Dreams
Shyam Sunder Aggarwal is the man behind a culinary empire that best reflects the amalgamation of Indian traditions and modern technology. MARWAR finds out more about the man, whose vision morphed a simple halwai shop into an international brand known the world over as Bikanervala.
A Sweeping Success
The Rupayan Sansthan-run Arna-Jharna celebrates open spaces and the richness of Rajasthan’s traditions by showcasing everyday objects and folk culture, highlighting their connection to the local communities and the environment.
The Right Cut
Meet Surbhi Pansari, the talented fashion designer, who has redefined menswear by bridging the existing gap between innovative designs and perfect tailoring, acquainting fashionable men with the real meaning of sartorial flair in the process.
Wedded Bliss
THE UNION OF TWO YOUNG HEARTS IS NO doubt one of life’s happiest occasions and so was it for Athang Jain and Ambika Bohra, who pledged eternal togetherness as they embarked upon their journey as a couple this February.
Preserving A Heritage
In a world forever changing due to rapid urbanisation, there seems to be little or no space for traditional art forms to survive. Luckily, around 25 years ago, artist Lakhi Chand Jain took it upon himself to breathe new life into the dying Rajasthani art of Mandana painting by reinventing it with his unique brand of Mandanagraphy.
Wealth On A Roll
Money no doubt rules the world, but ever wondered who rules money! What happens to the pile that you have stashed away? Does it grow on its own, or does it rust and fret in a vault, only to be frittered away? Gold put to use, more gold begets; and it is this line of reasoning that drives wealth management experts, among whom Anirudha Taparia, the executive director of IIFL Wealth Management Ltd, is an outstanding example.
A Royal Tradition
A jewel is more than just an ornament. It is a precious adornment and a statement of magnificence and beauty for the wearer and a testament of the maker’s creative genius which sometimes is a cherished family legacy passed down from one generation to another. One such name that has seen seven generations of jewellers mesmerise patrons with their breathtaking creations is Jaipur Jewels, whose time-honoured dedication to excellence has not surprisingly led to new benchmarks under its present owner, Subhash Naheta.
Poetry And Poise
Many years of writing come together in Laxmana Dalmia’s new book One Soul Many Lives, which is due for launch on April 6. MARWAR talks to the spirited lady about her book, her outlook towards life and lots more.
Exploring The Fabric Of Heritage
Designer Ritu Seksaria, the owner of multi-designer store Vyoum in Mumbai, gives credit to her mother and her ancestral village in Rajasthan for being the inspiration behind her journey of self discovery. In a first-person account, Seksaria takes MARWAR through the years.
Unparalleled Brilliance
For Kishore Kumar Jain, the founder of Khazana Jewellers, success is all about perseverance, hard work, the ability to seize opportunities and a deep understanding of the market. Constantly reinventing trends in the field of precious ornamental jewellery may be no mean task, but for him it is a legacy he loves to carry forward. Managing 55 stores in India and abroad with élan, he has many plans up his sleeve for his brand. MARWAR meets the man behind the brilliant jewels.
Carving His Own Destiny
Few scions are gifted with the mettle and resourcefulness to change their family legacy and create their own business empires through innovation and enterprise, as has been demonstrated by Harshavardhan Neotia. The architect of the enormous realty business that defines the 1,500 crore Kolkata-based Ambuja Neotia Group in its present avatar, here is a man who literally has changed the way the city lives and conducts business, not to mention his numerous contributions to the social, cultural and economic fabric of society.
Ahead Of The Game
Serial digital entrepreneur Alok Kejriwal has a knack for engaging people and making a business out of it. Having surfed the dotcom wave and emerged a winner when it went bust, he experienced the highs and lows of building profitable start-ups from scratch. MARWAR picks the brains of the observant and forward-thinking entrepreneur, whose recently penned book Why I Stopped Wearing My Socks traces his rollercoaster journey as an entrepreneur.
Partners In Growth
With operations in India and Poland and an efficient value chain in place, Anil Mansinghka and Amit Lath’s synergic efforts to take the Bhilwara-based Sharda Group’s products from the group’s mills in Bhilwara to homes across the world is a winwin proposition for all.
Promoting Health For All
Imagine reaching out to lakhs of rural and underprivileged people with over 200 kinds of generic medicines free of cost and medical consultation for a nominal fee! Anant Nevatia of the Rural Health Care Foundation has been doing just that, in West Bengal, for more than a decade.
Fairy Tale Weddings In The Land Of Smiles
Indians adore Thailand. It’s close to home; it’s cheap; the food is great; it offers great shopping experiences; it has great beaches; and its treasure trove of luxury resorts and hotels can leave one spoilt for choice. That also makes it a great place for destination weddings, especially Hua Hin, which stands out for its perfect mix of hospitality and inimitable charms.
Inhabitants Of The Inimitable
Rajasthan, in western India, is geographically the largest state of the country. Although famous for its desert landscape, awe-inspiring forts and palaces, it is the locals that give Rajasthan its authentic flavour. MARWAR presents a selection of photographer Sudhir Kasliwal’s works that immortalise the grand monuments and local folk.
A Power Struggle That Transcends Time
The fourth instalment of Ashwin Sanghi’s Bharat series, The Sialkot Saga, packs in a gripping tale of powerful giants in the business world whose lives are entangled through time.
Family and Fortune
The Tainwala Group, founded by Dr Ramesh Tainwala, has prospered and diversified into many segments over time. Dr Tainwala himself heads Samsonite as its CEO today. His son, Ayush Tainwala, at a very young age, has taken over the reins of their business, working as the executive director of Bagzone Lifestyle Private Limited.
Building A Brand
From a small hosiery brand to one of the foremost names in the garment market, Dollar Industries Ltd’s journey has not been easy. Behind its success is a saga of dedication, courage and the confidence to swim against the tide, while focusing on the needs of a globalised world.