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  • DR. PAARUL SINGH: THE POSITIVITY MENTOR AND LIFE GUIDE

    DR. PAARUL SINGH: THE POSITIVITY MENTOR AND LIFE GUIDE

    Life throws curve balls at you and they may leave seemingly permanent scars. If you are depressed or unable to cope with circumstances, meet Paarul Singh to achieve happiness from within. She is an accredited life coach and a Hoponopono Practioner, and also holds a diploma in Shadow Work. She is a doctor of Metaphysical Science from Thomas Francais University.

     

    She had a happy and content life but found something missing and her mind which is at a higher consciousness level searched for the link that would fill the gap. Paarul felt the burning need to bring positive changes in the minds of people by mitigating their mental, emotional and physical pain. Her calming presence has helped thousands to find inner peace and stability by following her unconventional but effective methods. The transformational methodology she uses helps people identify their goals, gain clarity and define a path for personal success.

     

    The Covid 19 pandemic has struck fear into hearts, added confusion and chaos to human lives. Paarul is the answer to all your woes as she is the one person who can help you get in touch with your inner self and move on the path to reconcile past hurt and limitations. Once you successfully face your demons, she shows you the path to a higher self, free of fear, disease and problems. Your physical and emotional problems will be mitigated, and the need for side effect inducing medication will reduce and eventually vanish.

     

    This evangelist understands that each individual is unique and so are their issues and path to completeness. Her methodology is experiential and thought provoking. She typically has ten sessions with the afflicted person and has successfully cured diseases like epilepsy and diabetes where patients were suffering and dependent on medicine. Each case has a unique pattern of recovery and all are helped as per their receptiveness to the coaching process.

     

    Humans were born free and should be empowered to live free says Paarul, and helps them do so through her exemplary work.

  • GINZZ KITCHEN

    GINZZ KITCHEN

    During the lockdown most of the people tried their culinary skills, made delectable food using so called dadi-nani ki recipe”, started their food channel on social media and had their own experiences. Likewise amidst the lockdown, a family based out of West Delhi with a passion of cooking came up with an innovative concept of “Ginzz Kitchen”.

     

    As the brand speaks, Ginzz Kitchen itself speaks about its authenticity which starts by its name – kitchen and secret recipes by the founder duo of Mother Mrs. Sujata Bhatia and daughter-in-law Mrs Amrita Bhatia. The innovative concept of Ginzz Kitchen comes with passion of cooking from both the homemakers.

     

    Amrita feels herself to be the blessed daughter-in-law having big horizon and learning tips from her both the mothers – birth mother who hails from Kabul and mother-in-law who is from Gujarat. The blend of knowledge from both the mothers makes her a perfect homemaker and entrepreneur.

     

    Ginzz Kitchen’s specialties are varieties of homemade namkeen and desserts. Amrita says, “As in North India people like to munch tea time snacks – which introduces our home made Matthis and namkeens. Our range of crispy matthis starts from plain, palak, methi, achari & kala til. For taking care of homemade namkeens we have a wide range of crunchy nimki (namak para), punjabi para (gurpara), shankarpali (shaker para) to chivda namkeen and murmura namkeen. I can assure that by having these crunchy namkeens, you will always get Traditional home taste.”

     

    Ginzz Kitchen’s other specialties include homemade desserts which has wide range of Indian desserts and Fusions of western desserts. As the common thought believes that no meal is complete without a dessert, so here you will find ample of mouth watery options to fulfill your taste buds.

     

    Keser Phirni — The classic sweet milky dessert is served chilled in authentic clay pots garnished with chandi warq, kesar, almonds and pistachios. The soft texture of the delicacy simply melts into the mouth and brings on a smile on every food lovers face.

     

    Our Home Kitchen has wide varieties for dessert lovers. The range starts from keser rabri, homemade special besan ladoo and going up to fruit and nut custard to a range of chocolate desserts which includes Chocolate tart, chocolate Mousse and nevertheless to complete the authenticity of homemade desserts – Range of Dry tea-time cakes – choco-chip, almond flakes and coffee.

     

    Starting from a very traditional dish which learned from my mother is -“SATPURA”.It is a traditional sweet prepared for special festivities called Mahalaxmi-jo-sagro. This festival is dedicated to Goddess Mahalaxmi, the Goddess of wealth. My mother used to prepare especially for Diwali. They are light and crunchy and perfect Diwali gift for friends and family.

  • MR. MOUSTACHE’S CAKES

    MR. MOUSTACHE’S CAKES

    Mr. Moustache’s Cakes is an online home bakery venture set in motion by the father-daughter duo with contrasting professional backgrounds i.e. Mr. Arun Choudhary in Electronics and Ms. Khushboo Chaudhary into the Fashion Industry. MMC’s concoction of one of the duo on the verge of retirement and another taking-off with business career makes a preposterous blend of generations, the exotic combination to bring our taste buds to life. Classic teacakes of MMC include Chocolate, Marble, Banana, Malai, Plum, and Pineapple Upside-Down cake adding a luscious twist to your serving. Our menu introduced Coffeecake, Red Velvet cake, Chia muffins, Lemon cake and Carrot cake to cast flavoring delights, definitely something rich and scrumptious. In recent times, our Peanut butter brownies are the most loved by our customers. As winter is approaching up, our latest addition is orange upside-down cake.

    We only promote healthy cakes. Mr. Moustache’s Cakes got its first big break in 2019, after becoming the gifting partner and valiantly participating at Ramola Bachchan’s Houseful exhibition. Last winter, Mr. Moustache’s Cakes took part in the city’s greatest winter showcase – The Gurgaon Market by Karen Anand, with the freshest menus and unique plum cakes. We also participated in the seventh release of Horn OK Please – Delhi’s Happiest Food Festival, and being the nourishment partner for the notable Le Rhythm and The Rhythm school of music to praise the “Young celebration of shades of India” with our gift hampers for participants, judges, and audience. We also partnered with Sri Ram College of Commerce as their food accomplice during their fest, Odyssey 2020 where they provided cakes for eating competitions. Not only that, but their work has also been acknowledged by recommendation platforms like what’s hot, LBB, Chef Bharat, Humans of Delhi etc.

    Mr. Moustache’s Cakes is a bakery whose foundation was laid almost a year ago by two partners who, to the very least, have an age difference of 30 years. In usual circumstances, a dad would be contemplating his retirement plans; however here is baker dad, who has started building his own small world where he learnt everything on his own. We are breaking all the stereotypes here, the dad enters the kitchen and the daughter is running the business. Another one would be making people get away from icing cakes and switching to healthier cakes. Baker dad has never differentiated between a boy and a girl. He raised his daughter in a gender-neutral environment. To take the legacy forward, Khushboo is making sure; she becomes the boss lady and defies all the odds. This is our effort to contribute to society and bring a change!

    Arun Chaudhary &Khushboo Chaudhary

     Founders: Mr. Moustache Cakes

    Contact: 9999972043

    Instagram: mrmoustachescakes

    Website: www.mrmoustachescakes.com

  • Mr. Amit Bagga

    Mr. Amit Bagga

    DARYAGANJ

    By the Inventors of Butter Chicken & Dal Makhani is one restaurant, which continues to be loved by its patrons. Beauty & The Best in conversation with Co-founder Amit Bagga to know more about Daryaganj and Food Industry Post Covid.

     

    Let us know about your brand Daryaganj?

    Daryaganj is a North Indian cuisine restaurant brand which is a tribute to Late Mr. Kundan Lal Jaggi, the inventor of Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani by his grandson Raghav Jaggi and Amit Bagga. This brand celebrates the legacy of Tandoori cuisine. The culinary legacy goes back decades to the era of Indian Independence, when Kundan Lal Jaggi, a refugee from Peshawar of Undivided India came to Delhi with nothing but the skills of Tandoori cuisine. Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani are arguably the most popular dishes in any north Indian restaurant.

    Daryaganj showcases the history of Tandoori cuisine and its evolution, serving all dishes invented by Kundan Lal Jaggi. With valuable inputs from Kundan Lal Jaggi and his family, his secret recipes of that era are being re-created. It is a celebration of robust Indian flavours from the northwest frontier, brought to life using fresh local produce.

    Which are the best five best dishes in Daryaganj?

    We have a few signature secret recipes of 1947 dishes such as Butter Chicken, Dal Makhani, Chicken Pakora, Tandoori Chicken and Lockdown Haldi Chicken.

    What are your major accomplishments so far?

    Our major accomplishment is all the love and loyalty we have won from our patrons. Their encouragement is our biggest achievement. In less than one year we have opened four outlets of Daryaganj, which shows people faith in us. They have loved our food and have accepted the trend of going back to classics.

    What’s the difference between Butter chicken 1947 and Butter chicken 2020 – 1947 butter chicken is made with the Original Recipe and consisting of chunky tomatoes as during those years there were no mixers or grinders. Whereas Butter chicken of2020 is also made with tomatoes which are well pureed to make a smooth velvety gravy, Dairy cream and boneless chicken tikka are added to this curry.

    What are the changes in the industry Post COVID Pandemic?

    First and Foremost, change is 50% seating capacity. Restaurants have very well adapted to the culture of social distancing as the business had to restart, and now it’s become part of the SOPS of a restaurant. The biggest challenge is the lesser capacity of seats. Because of that, we can’t hire all our employees back to keep it viable to operate the Restaurant. We divide our slots to spread out the flow of customers at peak timings. We have completely changed the way we work and we are extremely particular about all the safety measures.

    What are the new things you are doing? Anything special for the festive season?

    We are launching a new concept of delivery, where we are trying to recreate the Restaurant’s experience at the guest’s home. It will be a first of its kind concept in India. We are also working on our Mithai Segment and are hopeful of launching it soon.

    For dine-in customers, we have specially made Baileys Kulfi at Daryaganj. Bailey’s Kulfi is one of the dedicated experiments in-house at Daryaganj. It is a fusion of a traditional dessert but experimented with a modern twist.

    Plans for 2021?

    We are planning our expansion in June 2021, and we plan to expand nationwide and internationally as well.

  • “BY WORKING TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A POSITIVE GLOBAL CHANGE “ PARIN SOMANI

    “BY WORKING TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A POSITIVE GLOBAL CHANGE “ PARIN SOMANI

    How a constant support from your father or any particular person inevitable in your journey?

    I am very fortunate that I have constant support from my father and mother; I view this as a blessing. Despite our physical distance, I know that when I require support from my parents despite night or day, they will always be there to support me.

    I believe that it is through their prayers, that I am with you all today. I was supported by my father from a young age to carryout community service, excel in my education and pursue work in the media. The love my parents have for me is unconditionally and they understand my pure intentions to serve the world. My parents have always trusted me to make the right decisions in my endeavors; they appreciate me as a person and my goals in life. This element touches my heart, because my parents will only support truth and justice. With the knowledge that my parents are always there to support me, provides me with the strength to embark on my journey to achieve my goals with happiness and immense motivation.

    How did that constant motivation give you the courage to fight against all odds and achieve your dream?

    The constant loving motivation that I have been fortunate to receive through my parent’s support has created firm self-belief and confidence. This in turn has facilitated my progress onto achieving goals that seemed impossible to me. When I underwent serious health battles in my life, my parents never gave up hope.

    This fuelled my motivation and progression towards recovery, together with my faith, positivity and self-belief. Through this traumatic experience I learnt the true value and preciousness of my life through a different perspective. Currently, I feel very blessed to have been given the opportunity to rise every morning and transcend towards my dream of serving mankind. I spend every waking minute expressing gratitude for this wonderful gift that we call life. This reminds me of a quote by Aga Khan III, that my beloved father-in-law used to motivate me with ‘struggle is the meaning of life.’ This quote has created an imprint in my heart helping my motivation when I encounter struggles. It has provided me with the realisation that every individual faces struggles every day within our lives, but this struggle makes us stronger. This realisation is enough to provide me with the motivation to fight against the odds in life and ‘serve mankind until my last breath’ which is my dream and biggest achievement.

    Your personal bonding with your father or anyone in particular?

    I view the personal bonding with my father as very special and unique. He is not only my father, but he is my friend and biggest supporter, just as I am his. We have the type of bond where we can guide and inspire each other. I was the long awaited first daughter in my family, after a whole generation of boys. I think an automatic special bond was formed from my birth,that was filled with deep love and affection flourishing to present day. I am truly blessed to share this amazing father daughter bond; each moment is precious in life therefore I cherish it.

    Any lesson which u have embedded in yourself which makes you a good citizen of your country?

    I feel that it is imperative to live by good ethics and values; being respectful, trustworthy, honest, compassionate and responsible.

    I believe that it is our duty to provide service to humanity and give back to society. This can be achieved through voluntary work within our capacity and obey the law. These are qualities that I have embedded within myself with the aim of being a good citizen. I feel that every individual can aspire to be the best citizen which can be attained through adhering to the notion of: Always treat others how you wish to be treated.

    Together with abiding by these mentioned principles, I seek to understand diverse viewpoints and aim to build bridges between communities, cultivate tolerance, peace and harmony. We should remember that there is strength in diversity, therefore always treat others with respect. I have personally ensured that I do not forget my culture and heritage as this is a vital component of who I am. Residing within a multicultural society, has allowed easy integration and acceptance within society globally. If we all aspire to be good role models and help each other, through our good intentions and actions identified through, proper behavior, trust and understanding; we can aim to live in a world filled with peace and happiness.

    Being a daughter how do you support your father when he is not in his positive frame of mind / dilemma?

    Both my father and father-in-law are generally positive individuals. They always strive to turn every negative situation into a positive. However, we are human, and I cannot expect both my father and father-in-law to be positive all the time. This is because, the world that we live in is ever changing and the challenges that we encounter in life alter. Therefore, I gently remind them both, that they are both worried about the future consequences of an event, something that has not happened yet. If something has not happened yet, then why do we worry about it? Yes, we can discuss contingency plans, if we know that something may affect our future, but that is positive. I also remind both that the past has gone, and we cannot change it, thus possessing a negative mindset is futile. We can learn from our past experiences and from it create a better future. I feel that by creating positive energy around my father and my father-in-law during his difficult times; by being cheerful and positive; the distressing task of solving a dilemma or transforming negative mindsets becomes easier for both of them.

    One lesson of his which you will never forget throughout your life?

    There are many lessons that my father and my father-in-law have taught me that I will never forget. They have taught me to never give up hope and always keep my faith. As the eldest child, from a young age I have observed struggles endured by my father. I have seen how hard he has worked to overcome life’s challenges and provide for the family. Through the value systems he upholds, he has educated me and my siblings to work hard in our occupations and help society. Therefore, when I was younger, my father constantly encouraged me and supported my decision to fulfill voluntary service within the community. To express of his support and trust my father bought me a scooter enabling flexible travel to different places so that I could work and carry out community work. Therefore, I was able to lead a variety of initiatives from a young age within the community. He has always been generous with resources catering to our every need, providing it was within his reach. Therefore, I have learnt that: If something is within our capacity, living by good ethics and principles, particularly in the service of others, then we should proceed and accomplish. As a result, a flourishing seed has grown within me from a young age, that has grown which has enabled me to actively help different communities around the world, in my own capacity. I have been fortunate to receive the same support from my father-in-law and he has motivated me to continue my service to mankind after marriage.

    For you what’s the exact definition of father – daughter bonding?

    The bond shared between a father and daughter is very special and it is irreplaceable. My father was the first man that I ever knew; therefore I set my father as a benchmark to compare everybody else that entered my life. I understood the meaning of unconditional love, trust and security from my father that was fed through this bond. But through me, my father learnt the meaning of fatherhood and love of his first daughter. The bond that developed between my father and myself allowed approachability for good moral advice, implicit trust, sharing of open and honest emotions. I felt that the advice given by my father influenced my self-esteem and confidence, thus I have been fortunate that my father has always given me positive advice that has enabled me to progress. I am very fortunate that by nurturing the father-daughter bond I can openly speak to my father and offer him advice on various matters, just as he does to me. The unique bond shared between a father and daughter will remain ever present, it is an unspoken bond that speaks volumes.

    According to you what’s the definition of perfect daughter?

    Daughters are precious to their fathers, to their countries and to the world. Therefore, I believe that every daughter in the world is a perfect daughter. We love our parents unconditionally and we always strive to be the best person that they envisioned for us. We are perfect to the father that raised us, we respect their instilled good moral and ethical values that they have taught us. Our desire to see our parents happy also makes them happy. When we understand that we are a perfect daughter to our parents, we will understand our true role in society, because we will realise that every parent in society is our parent and we are their daughter.

    By showing infinite love and respect, honesty and kindness, and doing the little things that bring smiles to their faces we are always perfect in their eyes. We should also aim to be proud daughters of the country and help society through service to all our father’s around the world.

    How has a particular person has showed belief in you, in what you are today?

    It is said that when we believe in someone, we create a platform upon which we can facilitate personal growth and change perceptions, to create positive mindsets within individuals.

    My father and my father-in-law have both illustrated belief in me. This has created a strong energy within me and radiated, allowing me to understand that I can achieve anything, to help society. This belief has aided me to overcome any self-doubts that appeared and provided me with a focus to concentrate on my goals in life. I cultivated a positive outlook on life, concentrating on achievements to help global society. I learnt that self- belief has stemmed from the manifestation of my vivid thoughts, which I then turned into action. I have experienced that this is the true power of belief, and this has helped me to become the person I am today. It is through faith, hope and belief that I aspire to be a better version of myself tomorrow, than I am today and continue evolving with the intention of serving global society.

    What’s your future plan in the years to come?

    ‘My aim in life is to serve mankind until my last breath’ which is my first moto. I have a goal to continue and expand the work that I am currently carrying out. I aim to promote diversity in a pluralistic society and continue to build bridges through sharing education between different communities and a variety of governmental and non-governmental institutions. Through my experiences, travelling to a multitude of countries globally, my background in education, writing, motivational speaking and work within the media, I aim to utilising my expertise and skill set to aid societal development and facilitate positive global change, to a world full of peace and harmony in an ever-changing world.

    I am currently in the process of writing two books that are due to be published. We must remember the youth are our future leaders and by investing time and resources in them, despite ethnicity, race, religion, social status or background we are all one and we can make a difference. This brings me to my second moto in life: ‘I believe that by working together that we can make a positive global change’.

    Key points which you always keep in your mind while working professionally… Any tips you would like to share with us?

    I always strive to work hard and do my best, keeping my ethical values and principles in my heart. I believe that whatever we put into the world will come back to us, as this is the universal law. Therefore, work ethically and properly, despite working in a professional or personal capacity. I believe that everything in life happens for a reason, even if we cannot currently understand what that reason is, we should have faith. Therefore, believe in yourself remember that nothing in life is constant. Follow your instincts and make sure you endeavor to do the right things.

    Be happy in your life and choose the profession that motivates you. By keeping yourself happy and keeping good ethics and values in mind this will ensure, you will enjoy not only your professional life but also your personal life. Therefore, I live by three wise statements: 1. Believe in yourself. 2. Follow your true instincts 3. Build bridges. I am hopeful that by following my three pieces of advice they will help you the way that they have helped me.

    Any message to Universal daughters?

    Every female is a special daughter, not only to parents, but we are the daughter of our country and the whole world. Therefore, we should live everyday endeavoring to be the best version of ourselves. Live life to the maximum, because life is very short, and each breath is a blessing. Be kind, humble, generous, fair and help each other through acts of kindness towards each other in society. Seek to build bridges and work in unity, because essentially, we are all ONE. Look after your health, because that is our true wealth. Show mutual understanding and do not judge anybody, because we should recognise our own downfalls before we look at others. I will leave you will three key messages: 1.Always be positive 2. Seek the strength from inside yourself and3. Respect each other. Always Be happy and stay blessed and remember that “By working together we can make a positive global change”. Happy Universal Daughter’s Day.

  • NATURE’S NEST BY SADHIKA MALHOTRA

    NATURE’S NEST BY SADHIKA MALHOTRA

    The Nature’s Nest, Unit of Innovadors By Sadhika Malhotra -The Multiple Store.

    There is one common aim of each and every one- and that one aim is to look beautiful. Beauty is utmost concern of each and everyone and any problem related to it becomes worrisome situation. Are you facing any problem with your Skin? Are you hair in good texture? Are you worried about freckles on your skin? Or if you skin is dry or any other beauty concern bothering you? To all your beauty concerns- there is solution in ‘Nature’s

    Nest by Sadhika Malhotra’ the brand that solves all your problems with natural care. Sometimes passion grows into profession and that’s when you enjoy each moment of your work. Such is the case with 23-year-old young entrepreneur

    Sadhika Malhotra whose inclination towards Beauty gave the birth to The Nature’s Nest, Unit of Innovadors by Sadhika Malhotra. Beauty and Best in conversation with Sadhika to know more on her journey and brand insights…

    Tell us about yourself as a person, your educational background and as an entrepreneur?

    I would describe myself as Cheerful, Mindful, fun loving girl who has always been focused studies and Work. I don’t mind calling myself as a Go-getter who believes in fulfilling her dreams with my sheer dedication and hard work. I finished schooling from GD Goenka Public School, Vasant Kunj. I am graduate from GD Goenka University, Sohna Road and I did my course in entrepreneurship into cosmetology into beauty products and into perfumes. After that, in year 2017 I did an internship to start practice in beauty products then my family helped guided me hire machines then I learnt and started the art of making the products for nature’s nest as well as the scent studio our culture nature is considered as a mother for every need of ours we look at the nature as a solution so from the house of Mother Nature we take pride in introducing The Nature’s Nest. The large and researched range of nature’s nest helps protecting the hair, body and skin of every individual as per their body types. The Nature’s Nest is a nest of naturally made certified products specially made with all natural herbs and extracts of all natural fresh fruits and we make sure that all the products manufactured by us as free from parabens, mineral oil and harmful chemicals.

     

    “My father has had a tremendous impact on my journey. Despite

    being born in a very wealthy and conservative family, where

    women are not expected to go out and work, he has always

    pushed me to start something on my own.”

     

    How did your company’s journey as a pre-eminent brand begin? What was the underlying bed rock idea behind incorporating the company? What made you choose this type of business?

    Since childhood, I have seen that my parents utilizing the bounties of nature for staying healthy and looking beautiful. My father used to go to great lengths to procure the purest and best quality ingredients – be it the Shikakai and Amla or purest Chandan and Kashmiri saffron.

    We grew up witnessing the miracles of nature and the importance of purity plus quality. As I grew up I started looking for ready-made natural products. However, I found that most products that I used were not a patch on the homemade beauty products. That is when I decided to launch Nature’s Nest.

    Please let us know about your various product ranges?

    We are making around 300 types of products. We have Massive product range where in anything and everything you can imagine in beauty segment is available. Right from body wash to shampoo to under eye gel to face wash to creams to face mask to hair oil to moisturizers to soap bars to face massage gel and lip balms… etc. Our product range is solution to all your beauty worries.

    What are your 5 best Hostellers?

    Here are 5 best hot sellers that nature’s nest users swear by:

    1. Nature’s Nest Under Eye Gel: It helps to keep the beauty of eyes by

    reducing puffiness and dark circles. Refreshing Gel for rejuvenating exhausted eyes. It targets all 3-problem areas around the eyes – dark circles, eye bags and wrinkles. Natural ingredients keep the formula gentle enough even for the thin and sensitive skin of the eye area. Its Great for daily use For women & men Of all ages groups.

    2.Dead Sea minerals shampoo: This shampoo has a unique blend of natural herbs like ginko biloba, Dead Sea salt. It is based upon minerals from the Dead Sea. It cleanses pores on the scalp and dead cells on the scalp. It rejuvenates damaged hair and also detoxifies scalp Certified product can be safely used by both men and women. Dead Sea Minerals Increase Blood Circulation, which reduces Hair Loss.

    1. Unique charcoal body wash: Say goodbye to dirt and blemishes. We have harnessed the cleansing and detoxing power of unique charcoal to help you remove toxins and impurities, unclogging pores and breathing life back into skin in need. Our keys ingredients help extract toxins from your skin’s pores while also removing dead skin cells. Intense moisture makes it a great acne body wash and a great sensitive skin body wash.
    2. Tea tree face wash: Everyday Use Tea Tree Face Wash with Neem helps to control and prevents the Development of new acne and Pimples by controlling excessive oil secretion Removes excess oil. Tea Tree Extract helps purify the skin and improves its Resilience, it gently Removes Clogging Dirt, Oil, and impurities from skin, making skin Clean and Healthy enriched with Tea Tree extract and Tea Tree Oil Famous For Their Natural Anti Bacterial and Cleansing properties, prevents the regular breakout of acne and pimples.
    3. Herbal skin renewal cream aloe Vera: When skin health matters, there’s nothing more vital and pampering than an herbal daily moisturizer that’s light and non-greasy, and also a natural source of essential vitamins and minerals to provide complete moisture and nourishing skin rejuvenation.

    Nature’s nest herbal skin renewal aloe Vera cream is most loved by women of all ages. It works to improve the strength and elasticity of the skin so you look clean, refreshed, young and renewed. Its herbal antioxidants help protect your skin from environmental damage too. Best of all, it’s safe for all skin types.

    1. Gift Boxes: Nature’s nest includes 2 premium gift boxes for all happy occasions. Nature’s nest most loved and hot selling gift boxes Starts with the price range for Rs 1800-3000. The box can accommodate 3 products at minimum and can go to maximum products depending upon the product choice of our customers. Nature’s nest gifting box with four items product range is from 2500-5000 depending on the selection of products.

    Is there any new Product range you are working on?

    Having Product segment to keep us safe in the COVID pandemic as become the need of an hour. We have worked on the New range to fight this pandemic which includes products like facemask, gloves and sanitizers.

    Any new development on Festive Hampers?

    We believe in celebrating Festivals healthy way. Nature’s Nest hampers are Organic hampers for healthy skin care and healthy lifestyle. We have gift boxes, which you can get customized according to the products of your choice. We also have another brand called The Scent Studio, which is Ultra luxurious brand. We are also offering hampers from the same. Our price Range of the hampers Starts from Rs 250 and can go up till Rs 15000 as well.

    How do you see your entrepreneurial journey till date?

    My entrepreneurial journey has been exhilarating till now. Unlike conventional beauty brands, we have kept our marketing costs extremely low. All our efforts are dedicated to indulging the modern women with herbal products, which are delicately crafted using the purest ingredients. Today’s women are extremely busy – be it a career woman or a homemaker. They do not have the time to take care of themselves. Therefore, there is a huge unmet market for high-quality herbal products, which they can trust.

    Could you name a person/mentor/book/ who has had a tremendous impact on your entrepreneurial journey?

    My father has had a tremendous impact on my journey. Despite being born in a very wealthy and conservative family, where women are not expected to go out and work, he has always pushed me to start something on my own. He treats his daughters as he would treat a son. Since the time I was a child, it was made very clear to me that being financially independent is very important. I owe the entire credit of this thinking taking to him.

    How do you see yourself growing in the next five years?

    The modern, urban Indian woman is well educated, traveled, and is no more hesitant to demand the best that is available in the market. I have been very conservative, as I have been testing the market. However, I think I am now ready to shift gears and move into a higher orbit. The growing class of discerning women who are ready to pay for a great quality product buoys me. With a well-executed plan, we should be able to grow to more than Rs. 10 crores of revenues in the next five years.

    Any message you would like to give to Beauty & The Best Readers?

    Best comes to you when you think best, do best and work at your best. Keep working hard towards the accomplishment of your goals and Success will for sure knock at your door. Stay Fit, stay beautiful, Stay healthy!!

  • LOCALISATION VS GLOBALISATION

    LOCALISATION VS GLOBALISATION

    BRIJESH GOYAL CHAIRMAN, CHAMBER OF TRADE & INDUSTRY

    There is plenty of evidence that concerned consumers prefer localisation, promoting products which are distinctive goods made with local ingredients, creating sustainable local employment and reducing the need for transport.

    On the other hand, globalisation has led to global supply chains which enable specialisation, more jobs in low-skilled assembly lines in low-cost emerging economies, economies of scale due to access to much larger markets, and consumers benefit from much lower prices for better products.

    Excerpts from an interview with Brijesh Goyal, Chairman Chamber of Trade & Industry (CTI)…

    In the wake of corona crisis and the escalated tensions at the borders, it becomes the need of the day to hit China economically and give boost to the Indian Manufacturing and Trade by simultaneously ensuring no harm to the Indian economy. CTI has written a letter to Hon’ble PM Modi and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. CTI Chairman Brijesh Goyal and President, Subhash Khandelwal said that China is not only the creator of the Corona pandemic but is also the biggest enemy of our country.

    Brijesh Goyal said weakening Chinese economy and reducing the dependence of Chinese goods in India is very important. In 2019-20, India has imported goods worth about 65 billion dollars from China. India is a very big export market for China. This is something, which cannot be done overnight but a long term and a strategic plan has to be drawn. This has to be done in 3 phases.

    Short Term

    • Restricting Chinese goods that are already made in India or goods that can easily made in India with existing facilities or goods whose import restrictions won’t have any impact on the Indian economy.
    • There are many such items that are imported in large numbers from China. But, these items are already made in India and the Indian manufacturer needs little support to substitute the Chinese Import for these specific items.
    • Toys, Textiles, Footwear, Electronic & Electric Items, Cosmetic, Gift Items, Watches, Clothing, Furniture, Lighting, Furnishing Items, Kitchen Goods, Hand Bags, Fashion Apparel, Gems & Jewelry, Stationery, Health Products, Holi Items, Diwali items etc.
    • Import on these items should be immediately prohibited.

    Medium Term

    • Goods that can be manufactured by upgrading the existing facilities or by importing the required machinery or by technology transfer.
    • In this context all local industries falling under MSME categories should be supported for the required technology, finance and support required enhancing the scale.
    • Upgrading the existing facilities for achieving the required technology levels and the economies of scale like auto components, machinery, engineering goods etc.

    Long Term

    • Special trade specific groups to be formed that should include senior Bureaucrats & representatives of specific trade to have in-depth study of the trade and its potential.
    • It involves making India a big-manufacturing hub for domestic & export requirements. To Encourage the Local manufacturing Government should simplify the norms that create ease in doing business.
    • There should be trade specific zones to enable suitable infrastructure according to the needs of the industry.

     

    CTI General Secretary Vishnu Bhargava & Vice President Navdeep Malhotra recommends few immediate steps that need to be implemented at the earliest:

    • If India starts discouraging Chinese goods, it can come with hidden routes in the market. Thus, it requires a law to strictly mention “COUNTRY OF ORIGIN” on the packaging of products, as this will create transparency. This will prevent European & American brands to dump “Made in China” products in India.
    • There should be difference in import tariff between the goods that are completely packed, printed or branded against the semi knockdown kits. This will encourage assembling of the components in India thereby reducing the import bills and will create employment for Indian labor.
    • Stop giving Roads; Rail & Infrastructure projects to Chinese companies stop giving construction projects to Chinese companies. BNB
  • A SELF-RELIANT NATION IS A SIGN OF STRONG FOUNDATION, GROWTH AND PROSPERITY – SHAMMI AGARWAL MD, PANSARI GROUP

    A SELF-RELIANT NATION IS A SIGN OF STRONG FOUNDATION, GROWTH AND PROSPERITY – SHAMMI AGARWAL MD, PANSARI GROUP

    Pansari group began its foray into the world of grocery business with a shop aiming to serve people with the best quality products and a dream of creating own identity in the year 1962. Ever since their inception they have only focused on indigenous products curating the best of Indian authentic flavours for any recipe they curate.

    Pansari is the leading manufacturer of edible oils, rice, spices, redimixes and flour. They are also supplying oils in bulk to manufactures in industries such as pharma, cosmetics and paint.

    Says, Managing Director of Pansari Group, Shammi Agarwal, “ We are an Indian company with our manufacturing units located in Rajasthan, Kolkata, Punjab and Delhi. We are currently manufacturing at a capacity of 700 metric ton daily.  Since we have always been focused on local procurement, manufacturing and flavours, we have never had any challenge. I just feel that Government needs to invest more on infrastructure and making such policies that can encourage and promote the new small and local industries.”

    As he adds further, “We are very well aware of the fact that shortage of supply leads to increase in prices of products and this pandemic has made everyone realise the importance of local market and supply chain even better. Local supply makes the availability and reaches of goods easier which can further help to control the price. With respect to our industry, Indian Products are absolutely more affordable. Local procurement and no international taxes make it easier for us to control the pricing and give a high quality product. We pay a very close attention to curating that perfect blend of taste and hygiene. Our products go through a 201 parameters checklist before they are delivered out in the market. We believe customer is the king and we make every possible effort to give them the best. Our products are within the economical range and provide best value to the people. Our reach and huge variety of over 270 SKUs under 5 brands gives us an edge over any other player in the market.”

    Talking about Localisation vs. Globalisation he says that the kind of flavours and quality of seeds that are available in India, undoubtedly Indian FMCG will get a good run in global market. As a matter of fact we are already supplying our products in over 33 countries globally and still growing. We are overwhelmed with the kind of response we are getting in the international market and that makes us sure that we will be making Pansari a globally recognised and loved brand soon.”

    Pansari has recently launched first ever concept of ‘Grocery on Wheels’ in India Swad jo raha yaad

  • RAJ KHANNA, IKMG

    RAJ KHANNA, IKMG

    CORPORATE FEATURE

    INTERNATIONAL KHATRI MAHASABHA GROUP (IKMG LTD)

    IKMG was registered during May-June 2018 in ‘Companies House’ London. Its Company Number is: 11414842. IKMG chairman Mr. Raj Khanna saw an international vision which realised practically and resulted in the establishment of various national units around the globe. IKMG has its units in UK, New Zealand and India.

    Under his aegis the units have shown firm establishment, constant growth & continue to give hints of a hopeful future. India is a prominent and one of the fastest performing countries of the organisation. Being the most productively and efficiently involved nation, all the global directors belong from India. They include:

    • Mr Dinesh Tandon (Kanpur)
    • Kunu Tandon (Kannauj)
    • Mukul Varma (Noida)
    • Manisha Mehrotra (Meerut)
    • Varun Mehrotra (Kanpur)
    • Raghvendra Chandra Seth (Kanpur)
    • Paras Tandon (Lucknow)

    Under the guidance of the patron, Mr Rakesh Tandon, the company, working as a social service organisation, has scaled new heights and marked its presence across the length and breadth of the country with dense participation in the central states. The cluster of citizens, participating actively and showcasing highly organisational work belong to North India, from Delhi, Ghaziabad/Noida, Kanpur, Lucknow, Bareilly, Moradabad, Lakhimpur, Pilibhit, Ajmer, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Meerut, Kannauj, Sitapur etc.

    From Mumbai to Kolkata, hard working participants have done unrelenting justice to the numerous programmes organised by IKMG and the presidents of these cities need special recognition:

    • Lucknow: Mr. Pradeep Kapoor
    • Bareilly: Mrs. Shalini Malhotra
    • Kannauj: Mrs. Kunu Kapoor
    • Kanpur (Women’s Wing): Mrs. Shashi Mehrotra
    • Kanpur: Mr. Anupam Mehrotra
    • Youth Wing: Ms. Aditi Mehrotra
    • Ramnagar/Kashipur/Haldwani:

    Mr. Shubham Kapoor

    • Lakhimpur Kheri: Mrs. Rakhi Chopra
    • New Delhi: Mr. Sourabh Tandon
    • Prayagraj: Mr.Hardik Mehrotra
    • Hong Kong: Mrs. Anamika Khanna
    • Mumbai (Mentor): Mr. Jayant Mehrotra
    • Meerut: Mrs. Manisha Mehrotra
    • Noida: Mr. Mukul Varma
    • Kolkata: Mr. Shrayas Seth
    • Pilibhit: Mrs. Neelam Mehrotra
    • Sitapur: Mrs. Shobhana Mehrotra
    • Ajmer: Mr. Rajesh Khanna

     

    IKMG magnanimously takes the volunteers, putting no restrictions on the age limit. It has participants ranging from the age of 18 to 80 years. In order to amalgamate a youthful vigor, IKMG recently incorporated a ‘Youth Wing’ under its parent branch to bring in innovative participation.

    IKMG’s online business portal, for merchandise trade between its fellow members, named KITO (Khatri International Trade Organisation) was successfully registered with ‘Companies House’ London (Company number- 11536300). Khatri’s exercise the flexibility to trade in items including jewellery, clothes, paintings, gift items and even services amongst them.

    The inevitable need of the hour was to organise the Khatri community under a broad banner and narrow down the distance arising due to self involvement with the worldly affairs. The goal of bringing the Khatri members in close proximity was very finely served by organising them for the task of social servicing.

    Since then, IKMG Global has taken the uphill task of serving the society with the aim to benefit the needy and try to make their lives a little easier instilling some moments of everlasting joy, recognising the unbiased united efforts to reach this objective. They need to work as steps of a ladder, equally helpful in lifting the condition of the society & realising an objective.

    An interest to work for a social cause coupled with a platform of productive engagement with likeminded people can go a long way when it comes to forming ideas and planning efficiently. Morality, conscience and purity will contribute further to provide for the society and cultivate a personality shaped by the society.

    While the receivers are benefitted emotionally, socially or materially, the dispenser becomes the recipient of soul enriching satisfaction. The activities of IKMG can best be summarised by the various events and programmes organised for the less privileged section of the society, which includes:

    • The food distribution programme routinely organised by Kanpur at the blind school and Cardiology hospital. Lucknow, Bareilly, Kannauj and Mumbai followed.
    • Distribution of essential commodities to the residents of old age home in Kanpur, Lucknow and Moradabad.
    • Health Camp organised by Moradabad.
    • Plantation ceremony has been organised by almost all the cities of the organisation.
    • Kanpur successfully collected sufficient funds to aid the organisation of the marriage proceedings of two girls, due to their financial weaknesses. Bareilly followed its footprints.
    • IKMG definitely added a feather in its cap by assisting the worst affected in the difficult times of global pandemic (COVID-19). Lakhimpur distributed food packets to the migrant laborers while they traveled on highway to safely reach home. Lucknow provided financial assistance to some business families whose money inflow got adversely affected given the circumstances; they have promised to pay us back and thanked us for the loan amount charged without interest. Kanpur distributed food and groceries to 100 families along with masks facilitating there safety & protection. Kannauj employed their efforts by arranging funds and donating goods along with food items to a school reserved for mentally challenged students. Their efforts and empathy spoke loud and clear of the noble hearts and sympathetic minds that the units possess.
    • Keeping in mind the need to qualitatively empower women, IKMG started an initiative to enlighten them with the skills of green tea making & pickle preservation. The recipes have been devised and we eagerly look forward to initiate the implementation.

    IKMG ceaselessly continues to routinely cater to the needs of the people in need. It enthusiastically welcomes new problems and actively searches for fine solutions. The coterie nourishes a plan to open its own old age home, for which it has already accumulated a fund of 2-3 lakhs.The positive and determined spirit always searches for higher dreams, ready to plan and execute within time.

  • INDIAN AYURVEDIC BEAUTY CARE GOES GLOBAL – SHAHNAZ HUSAIN

    INDIAN AYURVEDIC BEAUTY CARE GOES GLOBAL – SHAHNAZ HUSAIN

    During ancient times, women borrowed from nature to enhance the beauty of their skin and hair. They followed Ayurveda, the ancient Indian herbal heritage, which uses plant ingredients and other natural substances for beauty and health. In fact, Ayurvedic beauty care not only provides the means for general beauty care, but also for the treatment of specific skin and hair problems. I pioneered the Ayurvedic beauty movement and adopted the concept of “Natural Beauty Care & Cure.”

    I believed that India had so much to offer the rest of the world by way of Ayurveda. That is why I had the single minded pursuit of taking our ancient Indian herbal beauty knowledge to the world. With international cosmetic empires pumping billions of dollars into a hysterically mad cosmetic industry, selling youth & dreams in bottled jars…….there I stood up and sold India’s 5,000-year-old ancient civilization in a jar. In fact, due to my efforts to popularize Ayurveda globally, I was honoured with the Padma Shri Award and also became the first women to receive the World’s Greatest Woman Entrepreneur Award for the first time in 105 years from Success, the U.S. business magazine.  I became a Case Study at Harvard Business School and now I am a Harvard Subject for “Emerging Markets,” in recognition of the international market for Ayurvedic beauty care created by me.

    In fact, my effort was to make Ayurvedic beauty care go global, I have created over 375 organic formulations for beauty care, using 1500 different plant ingredients, essential oils, precious metals and gems.  We have used many plant ingredients like Amla, Trifala, Brahmi, Sandalwood, Aloe Vera, Turmeric, Basil, Clove, Eucalyptus, Ashwagandha, Khus, etc. Today, the world is looking at our herbal heritage with enlightened eyes. There is a growing global market for Ayurvedic beauty care. The main reason for the international success of our products is that they are based on Ayurveda. As I have always said, India must and will lead the entire world into the next century in terms of India’s beauty rituals and Ayuvedic plant power.