AAFT Showcases International Flair at 8th Global Fashion Week Noida 2024

AAFT Showcases International Flair at 8th Global Fashion Week Noida 2024

Noida, India – The 8th Global Fashion and Design Week Noida 2024, organized by AAFT, delivered an eclectic and truly international fashion experience during its second session. With numerous countries participating on the ramp, the event underscored the universal appeal of fashion.

Sandeep Marwah, President of the 8th Global Fashion and Design Week Noida 2024, expressed his enthusiasm for the event, emphasizing the global unity and diversity represented through fashion.

The event was graced by distinguished guests of honor, including: H.E. Yasiel Alines Burillo Rivera, Ambassador, Embassy of Panama, Aji Fatoumatta Joof, First Secretary, High Commission of The Gambia, Saundarya Mehtani, Design Director, Ttrova Design, Sahiba Gurnani Wirk, Founder, Midori by SGV, Anit Nagpal, Director, Bang on Target PR and Media Solutions

Designers from AAFT displayed an impressive array of collections inspired by various cultures around the world: Devraj ,Bhawna and Rishita took Iraq as their subject, Fizza was showcasing garments inspired by the culture of Azerbaijan, Chestha went close to the country of Fiji,  Priyanka Chaudhary studied Cambodia for her presentation of garment range, Priya Pandey showcased garments impressed by Panama, Himanshu Patwa highlighted Myanmar through his range and  Armenian garments range was designed by Aastha, Shristi & Laiba, Anupam Priya.

A special highlight of the event was the launch of a Coffee Table Book titled “Zardozi,” designed by Anika Rai Sadh, a student of Fashion Communication at AAFT.

The 8th Global Fashion and Design Week Noida 2024 continues to set a high standard for international fashion, celebrating cultural diversity and creativity. This event not only showcased the talents of emerging designers but also fostered a deeper appreciation for the global fashion community.

The event was supported by Indo Armenia Film and Cultural Forum, Indo Azerbaijan, Indo Cambodia, Indo Fiji, Indo Iraq, Indo Myanmar and Indo Panama Film and Cultural Forum of International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry along with World Peace Development and Research Foundation.

Sandeep Marwah Launches New Books by Indian-Origin Foreign Nationals

A group of Indian Origin Foreign Nationals Visited Marwah Studios at Noida Film City

Noida: A momentous occasion unfolded at Marwah Studios in Noida Film City as Indian-origin foreign nationals, eager to delve deeper into the intricacies of India’s media and entertainment industry, gathered for a special event. Hosted as part of their homecoming to India, the event witnessed the unveiling of two remarkable books authored by esteemed individuals from across the globe.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, the President of Marwah Studios, graced the occasion with his presence and shared his thoughts on the significance of these literary works. Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to launch the books, Dr. Marwah released Dr. Satish Rai’s “The Age of Truth” from Australia and Dr. Shardhanand Harinandan Singh’s “Homogenization In Multiculturality” from the Netherlands. In doing so, he not only acknowledged their contributions but also highlighted the enriching exchange of ideas between nations.

“This momentous occasion adds to the legacy of Marwah Studios,” remarked Dr. Sandeep Marwah, underscoring the institution’s commitment to fostering global dialogue and collaboration. He also presented the guests with his own books, showcasing the rich tapestry of accomplishments and accolades associated with Marwah Studios.

During the event, Dr. Marwah provided the visiting delegation with a comprehensive overview of Marwah Studios and AAFT University, detailing their diverse range of activities and initiatives. He particularly emphasized the upcoming Global Festival of Journalism scheduled to take place from 12th to 14th February, inviting the guests to partake in this celebration of media and storytelling.

The event was attended by a distinguished gathering, including Rajnesh Lal from Australia, Aslam Khan from Mumbai, Suniti Maharaj from Florida, USA, and Vidya Gangadeen from London, UK. Their presence underscored the international scope of the event and the shared passion for promoting cultural exchange and understanding.

As the books find their way into the hands of readers around the world, they are poised to become valuable contributions to the literary landscape, bridging continents and fostering greater cross-cultural appreciation.

Fiji National Day Celebrated at ICMEI

New Delhi: “I on behalf of media and entertainment industry & art and culture fraternity of India take this opportunity to extend my heartiest congratulations to H.E. Yogesh Punja the High Commissioner of Fiji to India and the people of Fiji on their National Day which falls on 10^th October,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of International Chamber of Media And Entertainment Industry from its international headquarters at Noida Film City.

In continuation to different MOU s signed by Indian Government and Fiji Government, an organization was created to develop and promote people to people contact between the two countries under the name and banner of Indo Fiji Film And Cultural Forum by the High Commission of Fiji in India and Dr. Sandeep Marwah Was nominated as the Chair for the same.

Large number of programs have been designed and executed. Fiji has been partners in Global Film Festival ,Global Festival of Journalism, Global fashion Week and Global Literary Festival round the year along with other interesting events.

Fiji Film Delegation Visited ICMEI

Fiji Film Delegation At Marwah Studios

Noida: A delegation of film and television professionals from Fiji visited at Marwah Studios to develop and promote relation between two countries through cinema and other visual arts.

“We are very happy to receive the delegation from Fiji. Our IFFCF- Indo Fiji Film And Cultural Forum has picked up very nicely. We are in touch with the High Commission of Fiji in India. H.E. Yogesh Punja is a very help full person,” expressed Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios.

Later Sandeep Marwah presented the membership of World Peace Development And Research Foundation of AAFT University to all the members of Delegation. A radio program was also recorded at Radio Noida 107.4FM.

A poster to observe United Nation’s World Hydrographic Day was released. Dr. Mridula Tandon the Co- Director of Global Literary Festival Noida also joined on this occasion.

“We are thankful to Marwah Studios for the time and tour which was organized for us and to support our idea of joint venture,” said Ranjit Raju film maker from Fiji. Actor Shimran & Jyotishma Cinematographer Danish Singh and Production incharge  Shailendra were part of the delegation.

Sandeep Marwah Part of Rugby Session at Fiji High Commission

Celebration of Rugby at Fiji High Commission

New Delhi: Organizers have marked 100 days to go before the opening of the Rugby World Cup by saying the challenges of staging the sport’s showpiece event in a non-traditional rugby nation have largely been overcome, most particularly with ticket sales.

The Sept. 20 to Nov. 2 tournament will feature 20 teams playing across 12 cities stretching from Japan’s northern main island of Hokkaido to Kyushu in the southwest.

“It’s the first time the event will be held outside of the traditional rugby strongholds, having started in 1987 with a Rugby World Cup held jointly by Australia and New Zealand. The tournament has also been hosted across Britain and Ireland, France and South Africa,” informed H.E. Yogesh Punja High Commissioner of Fiji to India.

“I am pleased to be here for this sports oriented program. India is coming up in Rugby team and sure soon we will be playing in World Cup,” said Sandeep Marwah President Marwah Studios & Chair for Indo Fiji Film And Cultural Forum.

H.E. Daniel Chuburu Ambassador of Argentina Republic, H.E. Paulias Korni OBE High Commissioner of Papua New Guinea , H.E. Juan Angulo Ambassador of Chile, H.E. Archil Dzuliashvili Ambassador of Georgia to India showed their keen interest in the show of Rugby.

Kenko Sone Minister Economic & Development and Masahiro Kobayashi First Secretary Embassy of Japan, Mabet Van Rensburg Counsellor Political of South African High Commission, Claire Ripley (Trade & Economic Head) & Vineet George Media Program Officer from  Australia High Commission and Large number of Diplomats, sports persons and Rugby team of India attended the function.

Fiji-India Relationship to Strengthen Further

Indo Fiji Meet at High Commission of Fiji In New Delhi

New Delhi: The High Commission of Republic of Fiji in New Delhi-India, Indo-Fiji Business Promotion Association (IFBPA) and the Indo-Fiji Film and Cultural Forum (IFFCF) have engaged together to strengthen relationships between Fiji and India. 

This cooperation of uniting the resources and expertise of IFBPA and IFFCF and also bringing both entities to work together to achieve desired goals was an effort led by the High Commissioner, His Excellency Yogesh Punja. The aim of this initiative is to promote Fiji in India and vice- versa. Apart from the strong bilateral ties,

 Fiji and India share many common elements such as culture, language, cuisines and history. A meeting held at the High Commission of Republic of Fiji on 10 June saw the three parties sharing ideas that would be used to promote, create closer links and enhance cultural exchange between the two countries. 

The Indo-Fiji Film and Cultural Forum which is also part of the International Chamber of Media & Entertainment Industry was represented by Mr. Sandeep Marwah who is the president of the company and Mr. Ashok Tyagi who is the Secretary General while Mr Harsh Sahni represented the Indo- Fiji Business Promotion Association in the capacity of director of the company. 

The Indo- Fiji Business Promotion Association on the hand is a non-govt. company which was launched in February 2014 in New Delhi by the Attorney General and Minister for Economy, Civil Service and Communications Hon. Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum. The main aim of this association is to promote and facilitate trade & investment between India and Fiji. It was intended to allow the Fijian and Indian business communities to communicate directly, share market intelligence and facilitate business and joint ventures. It was also targeted to enable the flow of technology, capital and experts. 

The two parties would now work together with the High Commission of Republic of Fiji under the banner of Indo- Fiji Business Promotion Association. In the recent 2019- 2020 budget, the Fijian government announced lucrative tax incentives for Film Making and Audio Visual with an increased film tax rebate from 47% to 75%. Furthermore, a 200% tax deduction will be available to companies investing in camera and other filming equipment for audio visual productions. Mr. Marwah commented that these revised incentives would greatly benefit those in line of film making and audio visuals. 

While the IFBPA would bring expertise from the trade and business side from various sectors, the IFFCF would focus more on the entertainment and media industry. This association will be based in New Delhi, India and it intends to create connectivity with the existing India- Fiji Friendship Forum based in Fiji so that information could be easily shared from both sides. The past government officials having served in Fiji and those currently based in India having any associations with Fiji would also greatly benefit with this collaboration.

Indo Fiji Cultural Relations Go Further- Sandeep Marwah

Hindi Book Release at Fiji High Commission

New Delhi: A colorful program to enhance the relation and the culture between two countries India and Fiji was conducted at High Commission of Fiji in India.

It was a poetry book written in Hindi by a Fiji writer Shweta was released in a grand way. Sharing her experience while learning Hindi and writing book she said the book has been titled “Ye Bhi Meri Mati Woh Bhi Meri Mati” “because I consider Fiji and India as my mother land. We have deep roots in India and that can never be erased by any civilization,”

Writing Book in Hindi by Fiji writer is not only means promoting Hindi but a wonderful relation between two countries. This act will induce many people to look into the pages of Fiji and realized the historical importance of two countries,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah Chair Indo Fiji Film And Cultural Forum.

The book was jointly released by Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios  H.E. Yogesh Punja High Commissioner of Fiji to India, Vijay Jolly Former MLA Delhi, H.E. Gonchig Ganbold Ambassador of Mongolia to India and H.E. Vishwas Sapkal Indian Ambassador to Fiji.

Sandeep Marwah Special Guest at Fiji Road Show on Tourism

ICMEI Partners With Fiji Road Show

Noida: A roadshow on Fiji tourism was recently organized by he the ministry of Tourism, Government of Fiji in association with Embassy of Fiji at Hotel Shangrila at New Delhi to project it as tourist destination.

“We are here for the international workshops and roadshow to high light our sites, locations, hotels, tours, holiday resorts, water resources, exclusive holidays packages to inform and book business from India,” said H.E. Yogesh Punja High Commissioner of Fiji to India.

“We are impressed by the number of companies government and private participating in this great road show touching hotels, tours and travels, airlines, travel agents etc. . Indo Fiji Film And Cultural Forum will also support in developing and promoting relations with Indian tour and travel trade,” said Sandeep Marwah President ICMEI and Chair IFFCF.

Later Marwah Studios covered the event for Radio Noida and MSTV Television under the guidance of International Chamber of Media And Entertainment Industry.