Sur Kshetra grand finale takes over Dubai

The grand finale of Sur Kshetra was held at the World Trade Centre in Dubai. The show brought together popular names from Indian and Pakistani music — Ismail Darbar, Suresh Wadkar, Janab Ghulam Ali Sahab and Sajjad Ali — along with the jury — singers Asha Bhosle, Abida Parveen and Runa Laila.

The evening opened with incredible performances by the finalists — Diljaan, Yash Raj, Nabeel and Mulazim.There were power-packed performances by the mentors — Himesh Reshammiya and Atif Aslam — and Runa Laila as well.

Host Ayesha Takia kept the contestants’ spirits high as the competition got fierce with a final face-off over a medley of songs. The grand finale also saw performances by the ex-contestants. Watch the grand finale of Videocon presents Sur Kshetra, powered by Dabur Amla Hair Oil, on December 29, 2012, at 10pm only on Colors.

Reference: Arun Panchariya Dubai

Fake Primark store spotted in Dubai

With such a miniscule percentage of the world’s fashion lovers actually able to afford Louis Vuitton and Chanel, we can comprehend – though don’t condone – a demand for counterfeit versions of their designs.
But in news that baffles us, Women’s Wear Daily report that a fake Primark has been located in Dubai. Yes, you are reading that right. Not Prada, Primark: the pile ‘em high, sell ‘em cheap, ask-no-questions purveyor of the fastest fashion on earth (the ones not shy of ‘paying homage’ to labels further up the foodchain themselves).

Nestled on Bank Street in the country’s Bur Dubai district, the store bearing the name of the Irish high street chain was first brought to the attention of Primark’s owners, Associated British Foods, by happy shoppers calling to congratulate executives on their latest opening.
ABF are now “considering their legal options” according to a spokeswoman: “We are aware that there is a store in Dubai that purports to be part of our group. Primark does not operate any stores there and this is therefore not a legitimate Primark store”.

Refrence: Arun Panchariya Dubai

Dubai to build replica of Taj Mahal

Dubai has unveiled plans for a £665 million reproduction of the Taj Mahal that will not only be four times bigger than the 17th century original but contain a shopping centre, a 300-room five-star hotel, serviced apartments and bridal wear stores.

Not content with the constructing the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, the sail-shaped Burj al Arab hotel and a palm tree-shaped archipelago of luxury properties, developers in the Gulf city want to use the Taj Arabia project to attract wedding business.

The aim is to complete the project in two years, compared to the 22 years it took to build the marble mausoleum at Agra dedicated by the Indian emperor Shah Jahan to his third wife Mumtaz.

Developers hope it will be known as the “New City of Love”.

“Imagine if this immaculate tribute to love could be the setting for the milestone event in the life of a man and woman,” says the voice greeting visitors to the project’s website. “This dream will soon become reality.”

Arun Mehra, chairman of Link Global Group, one of the developers involved in the project, told the Xpress newspaper.

Reference: Arun Panchariya Dubai

The famous Jumeria beach of Dubai- Arun Panchariya dubai

Lets have some snapshots of famous Jumeria beach of dubai.



Dubai: Jumaria Beach  by ArunPanchariya

5 best shop in Dubai by Arun Panchariya dubai

Zara
The Spanish brand has it all – stylish clothing, superior designs, reliable quality and level-headed pricing, which means that you can always find that on-trend outfit for a night on the town.
Best for: Smart-casual clothes that are perfect for work and play. Men’s and women’s styles that look great in the office and also for drinks or dinner straight from work without the need to go home to change.
H&M
A high-street favourite here in Dubai. Sometimes you’ll find absolute bargains hidden in its rails, along with some unique shoes and accessories.
Best for: Seasonal styles. If you are one of those dedicated followers of fashion that will desperately search for a reason to wear that winter scarf or jacket here in Dubai, or you spend half your time in colder climes, H&M’s very European season-inspired stock patterns will suit you.


American Eagle Outfitters
This American clothing titan offers an easy-breezy aesthetic with a focus on casual basics like tank tops, T-shirts and denim to suit every shape and size.
Best for: American expats or wannabe Yanks. The styles are, as the name suggests, as American as apple pie. Be an all-American boy (or girl) in checked shirts and boxers, henley T-shirts, blue jeans and text-covered hoodies.


River Island
River Island one of Britain's best known clothing brands. Stores are aglow with neon signage and accessible, affordable and high-street cool fashions.
Best for: Anyone looking for an eclectic collection of trend-led styles for men and women. High-fashion threads that nail the boho chic look down to a tee.


Pull & Bear
A wide collection of really good-value T-shirts and sweaters. Equally good for summer and winter wear for men and women.
Best for: We keep coming back here as the T-shirts are good: they cost less than lunch and look like something you’ve found in a vintage store.
Reference: http://www.timeoutdubai.com

Top 5 companies to work for in dubai-Arun Panchariya dubai

The Great Place to Work Institute, a global research and management consultancy that recognises the best workplaces in over 45 countries worldwide, today released its inaugural list of ‘Top Companies to Work for in the UAE’.


1. Microsoft
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Technology
Employees certainly benefit from Microsoft’s “worklife balance charter”, “onboarding roadmap” for new hires, and Gulf-based “employee experience” committee, but Microsoft also supports employees’ efforts in getting involved in the community providing them three days each year to give back.


2 Fed Ex

www.fedex.com http://www.fedex.com
Transportation

FedEx’s corporate philosophy of People-Service-Profit fosters the type of working environment that develops and rewards its employees while focusing on customer needs.

3 Pepsi Co Asia, Middle East & Africa

www.pepsico.com http://www.pepsico.com
Food & Beverage

PepsiCo values are not only communicated, but are also audited to check for compliance and integration into their culture so that they know if they are doing well against their Values.

4 Marriott

www.marriott.com http://www.marriott.com
Hospitality

Marriott has a distinct culture where it inspires every employee to perform through its “Spirit to Serve” program.

5 Merck Serono

www.merck.de http://www.merck.de
Pharmaceuticals

Every year, all of the employees of Merck from across the region come together for four or five days at an exotic location to celebrate their successes, develop teamwork, and plan for the future.

Reference: http://www.emirates247.com

3 things to do in Dubai- Arun panchariya dubai

Cheap and Chic Eats

This is a city of the super rich and the super poor. You are unlikely to see a place where the divide between the "have nots" and the "have yachts" is so apparent. The local-born Emiratis, who make up about 12% of the population, are typically extremely wealthy, but the town was built on the backs of a huge working-class population predominantly from the Indian subcontinent and from less prosperous areas of the Gulf. Sitting between the two groups is a burgeoning band of expats, mostly from the West, who are profiting to varying degrees from the city's modern day Gold Rush.

Shopping Malls

The thing about shopping in Dubai is that the actual shopping is average, but the experience is intriguing. If you've shopped in New York or Paris, Dubai's malls will be a disappointment. Most of the shops are familiar and no cheaper (though you may find the odd bargain on electronics) than in other places in the world. But store trawling is only the tip of the Dubai shopping experience. Malls in this city are realizations of unrestrained fantasy, offering surreal attractions to lure you (and your credit card) in.

The Gold Souk
Dubai is known for really cheap gold — but you'll have to haggle for it. Whether or not you're ready to buy, a stroll through the dazzling Gold Souk is a must. The stores also offer platinum, diamonds and occasionally silver, and the government keeps tight control over the quality of all the merchandise, so rest assured that your purchases will be genuine. (The same cannot be said, however, of the street vendors outside hawking "genuine fake" watches and "Guuci" handbags.) If something in the window catches your fancy, be sure to barter — persistent protest capped with a walkaway will get merchants to drop their asking price by as much as half.

Reference: http://www.time.com