MetroMart Thiruvananthapuram is a dynamic city magazine with a deep passion to promote the development of Trivandrum, the beautiful capital city of Kerala. MetroMart aims to raise awareness about developmental issues among the populace to create support and build a strong demand for major projects which benefit not just Trivandrum but the whole of Kerala. Metro Mart - the monthly edition which will be published in English is a complete guide to Thiruvananthapuram. The edition will cover the happenings in the city, giving its readers a wide information on Shopping, Dining, Health, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Fashion, Real Estate, Events, Holidaying and classifieds etc.
1. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
VYAPAAR 2012
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10. CITYSCAPE
Brands... Variety... Fun...
Keston Road
City’s Shopping Paradise
The road promises a lot for shoppers as it emerges as the biggest shop-
ping hub in the city with malls, lifestyle joints and eatouts arriving here
amid huge publicity fanfare
Keston Road is now turning out to
be Trivandrum’s largest shopping
destination. The road that connects
Vellayambalam to Devasom Board
Junction has shopping centers and
retail outlets of international brands,
offers a whole variety of products
within the reach of all segments of
shoppers – middle-level and high-end.
“Keston Road is where I prefer to go
Anagha P when my friends call me up for shop-
ping. You can grab anything that you
MM Desk
were dreaming off from the shops
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11. here,” said Vaiga Raj from Kowdiar. possible service, in terms of quality
and perfection,” said Shyam, Man-
The fourteen-year-old retail lifestyle
ager, Style Plus.
store, Style Plus is home to just about
every popular fashion brand in the Style Plus also play host for the
world. The store is often quoted as popular beauty spa in the city
the best lifestyle centre which offers Strands~aaroos beauty spa, which is
the largest collection of fashion known for its specialization in skin and
brands in the city. hair treatments for men and women.
In 2009, Strands~aaroos launched its
Style Plus is a leading retail lifestyle
exclusive spa and beauty salon on the
store, based in Kerala. “Our expand-
fifth floor of Style Plus.
ing customer base has always acted
as a driving force to provide the best In 2011 Strands~aaroos beauty spa
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12. opened another beauty salon exclu- Seems like the West has taken over
sively for men at the same floor. The Keston Road by storm – the lifestyle
tempting ambience and the dedicated Shoppe De Options offers all kinds
beauty/ body therapists are widely of trendy fashionable Western
appreciated by the visitors. clothes of some of the finest de-
signer brands, fashion, accessories,
“The day spas cater to all kinds of
gifts, greeting cards, perfumes and
beauty, hair and body spa needs
lot more. “De Options’ grand decor
including the state of the art hy-
complements the endless rows of
drotherapies. Our therapists are all
elite fashion names, and aficiona-
specially trained by experts from the
dos that have the potential to spoil
technical organizations of global stan-
shoppers with choices, as they mix
dards,” said Karthika H, Proprietor,
and match clothes and accessories
Strands~aaroos beauty spa.
to their heart’s content”, said Nissar
Women can walk into ‘Only
Abdul Rahman, CEO, De Options.
Chamayam’ to create a style state-
ment for themselves. Like its name The latest add to the Road is Rose
Chamayam offers everything that is N Colours, the lifestyle and fashion
necessary to embellish the beauty store for woman. The store show-
in a woman. “We have been offer- cases the widest array of sarees, eth-
ing designer accessories for the past nic wear, western wear, footwear,
14 years. We have designer dress accessories, bags, fragrances and
materials and other accessories which lingerie along with a special collec-
you won’t find anywhere else in the tion of trendy jewellery.
city,” said Geetha S, Proprietor, Only If you want something different
Chamayam. from the usual maternity wear,
“Shopping must not be just purchasing, but a total
fun experience. Keston Road is the future shopping
destination of our city, and we are going to be an
integral part of it. Away from the city rush, Keston
Road offers free mind to the shopper with lots of
parking space and hassle free shopping. Our store
itself is designed with maximum space to relax with
a great ambiance to make shopping a wonderful
experience.”
Musafar Ahamed, Director , Rose N Colours
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13. Femi9 Boutique can make you stand latest project Heera High life. “This
out in a crowd. “It is a one-stop shop would be one of the posh apartments
for the most extraordinary selection in our state with post modern facili-
of maternity fashion, accessories and ties. The 17-storey apartment will have
everything imaginable for the preg- Club House, Roof Top Swimming Pool
nant woman. Our products are made with changing room, Multi-purpose
with specialized fabrics that stretch hall with pantry, Cards & billiards
with your body for the perfect fit and room, Fitness Centre and Children’s
comfort,” Mariyam Zachariah, Pro- park, Wi-Fi enabled lobby. The ground
prietor, Femi9. It also offers toys for floor, first floor and second floor will
newborn babies, diaper bags, baby be commercial area which will have
nursing accessories and much more! brands like Pantaloons and Gitanjali
Diamonds,” said Mahesh Menon,
The food lovers can also rejoice as
Senior Manager Marketing, Heera
the well-liked Subway, the American
Constructions.
based fast food restaurant will soon
open its outlet at Keston Road. Isn’t it So, if you are wondering about what
good news for sandwich lovers? Get to do in Trivandrum, then look no fur-
ready to relish your taste buds with ther; The Keston Road is your ultimate
healthy mouth-watering sandwiches. destination for great shopping in the
city.
By next year Keston Road will have
another feather on its cap as the
Heera Homes will be launching its
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15. City’s Exclusive Design Store
Czarina
The designer boutique Czarina has sarees, salwars, trendy Indian dresses,
ghagra cholis, etc. The recently concluded Tussar Trove, which showcased
materials manufactured with Tussar fabric elicited a fantastic response.
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16. How has customer appreciation
changed in Trivandrum?
The present day customers to Czarina
expect exclusive designs. They want
their dresses or sarees to be unique.
When Czarina started, it was the
other way – People used to ask for
dresses/designs which they have seen
on others. Some would go for the
type of dresses the film stars wear.
Now it has changed and they want
to wear exclusive dresses. People
have begun to realize the importance
In 1988, Sheila James started her first
of dresses in creating the best first
designer boutique ‘Body Tunes’ in the
impression.
city. The responsibilities of sourcing
fabrics and components, designing Where do you source your fabrics?
and production planning were
All across India. We source from the
handled by her. The customer base
state capitals like Calcutta and Jaipur,
for the designer garments increased
other cities like Chhattisgarh, Vara-
with the advent of Czarina.
nasi, etc. Most of our own designs are
Sheila James has over 25 years of done at textile centers.
experience in the textile industry. Each place has its own specialty like
She has traveled extensively to the embroidery, printing, etc. For ex-
textile centers in the country and ample, Kancheepuram is specialized
learned from leading craftsmen. in weaving. As per the specialty of the
Her father’s honest, disciplined, and place, we give our own color combi-
hardworking approach to work and nation and get dresses designed.
the unassuming nature of her mother
have guided her life. On Czarina’s Tussar Trove collection?
She believes every entrepreneur This is the third year we are showcas-
should be ready to give attention ing the Tussar Trove collection. There
to detail, gather knowledge and has been a tremendous response. Tus-
constantly update their knowledge. sar is a pure silk fabric. It has a matt
Sheila James chats about Czarina to finish. In that fabric dyeing, block
V. Viswanath. printing, embroidery, etc. are done.
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17. During Christmas-New Year season,
what does Czarina have in store?
Christmas-New Year collection has
been made available in store now.
Since it is celebration time ahead, the
design and dresses would be of gran-
deur. Sarees and salwars with festive
look, party wear, etc. are in display.
Both traditional Tussar
and modern designs was
in great demand. The col-
lection includes Hand Em-
broidery, Block Printed,
Applic Work, Zari Work,
Highlight Work, etc.
Another main attraction
was the fusion designs of
Tussar and other fab-
rics. We had a Facebook
promotion this time. The
positive response through
it was very surprising.
The new generation is
impressed by the Tussar
collection.
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18. Shopping Ideas
Tangerine - Packed with beautiful
decorating ideas for your home
Tangerine welcomes you to a world of exclusive home decor ideas’ show-
casing a wide array of elegant adorns which would be ideal for all your
interior design needs
Beena Alex If you’re looking for funky and
Proprietor contemporary design ideas to breathe
Tangerine life into your home, make sure you
don’t miss the new lifestyle point in
the city-Tangerine. The whole shop
is packed with beautiful decorating
“We have only displayed export
quality products. Tangerine is not a ideas for your home.
business for me. I love to collect in-
The shop has an exclusive collection
teresting and attractive home decors
of garden genomes; fairies and stylish
during my travels. Then I thought why
flower pot make your garden a cozy
not bring it to my home town and
nest. The specially designed ballerina
introduce it. That’s where the idea of
glasses offered by Tangerine are
a showroom came in. Now this has
ideal to make your drawing room an
become a passion for me.”
enchanting place to host your guests.
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19. The huge collection of Tiffany lamps This exclusive collection is directly
in variety of designs would tempt the imported from China.
visitors to grab it for sure. The whole
range of home ornamentations is This month Tangerine has some
imported from Thailand and China wonderful trendy festive Christmas-
New Year home decors to inspire
At Tangerine one will also find wide you to celebrate Christmas in style.
varieties of cushion covers, curtains, The shop is sure to give innovative
bedspreads, dining table accessories ideas and inspiration in ornamenting
like table runners, mats and ranges ones house. Walk in and grab these
of tissues. This designer home gorgeous decors and create a perfect
decor joint also have an attractive home…
collection of ribbons which cannot
be found anywhere else in the city.
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20. METRO BEAUTY
The 24-hour Beauty Clinic
The beauty conscious people in the
bustling city of Thiruvananthapuram
can pamper the body, enrich the
spirits and nourish the hair at Lek-
shmi Beauty Parlour, run by Manoj
Ramaswamy and his wife Sreelatha.
They have gained extensive experi-
ence working with hotels and private
companies. Other than the proprietor
duo, the parlour has several profes-
sionally qualified employees.
Scientific methods are used to en-
hance the customer’s looks. Available
skin care at the clinic would include
64 types of facials, face massage, face
firming, face lifting/waxing, glycolic
en and talented stylists of this parlour
peel, treatments such as anti-aging,
provide onsite party make-ups for
under-eye, de-pigmentation, pimple,
wedding and reception parties.
warts removal, etc. Hair care for
the customers include hair cut/style Lekshmi Beauty Parlour is situated at
change, beard trim and shave, scalp EVRA 19, Kochar Road, Near Krishnan
massage, hair colouring/dyeing, anti- Kovil, Jagathy (Mob: 9447477693).
dandruff/hair fall treatment, hair spa/ Web:www.sopanambeautyclinic.com
deep conditioning, hair straightening/ The personalized procedures and
rebonding, threading, electrolysis/ styling, comfortable ambience, 24-
perming, volumising, pedicure and hour service, and much more make
manicure, etc. Mehandi designing this beauty salon the best of its kind.
is also done at this parlour. Excess Beyond rejuvenation and pampering
fat removal from hands, tummy and sessions, wholesome wellness from
thighs are done by Spot reduction head to toe is provided here. The
program. Bridal and Bridegroom success formula of this beauty clinic is
make-up is another area of expertise ‘beauty protection provided 24-hours,
for this beauty clinic. The passion-driv seven days a week.’
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22. METRO UPDATE
Mrs & Mr. Baby Mathew Somatheeram, receiving the award
European Award For
Somatheeram
The popular Ayurveda Group in the city has again received appreciation
for displaying a unique harmony of Kerala’s spectacular heritage and
ancient wisdom – “Ayurveda”
In recognition of its extraordinary
achievements in customer satisfaction
and outstanding results in quality
management, Somatheeram
Ayurveda Resort (Somatheeram
Ayurveda Group) won the European
Award for Best Practices 2012. The
recognition proves Somatheeram
Ayurveda Resort’s commitment to
improve its quality management
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23. system by implementing the Somatheeram is committed to
ESQR Quality Performance Model. the development of a system of
Somatheeram bagged the award world-class healthcare, and has
for displaying a unique harmony of implemented a number of initiatives
Kerala’s spectacular heritage and like Ayurveda Tourism, continuous
ancient wisdom -“Ayurveda”. Improvements, Leadership, Human
Resources, Training, Process
The award came in recognition of the
Management, Environment
hospital’s achievements in customer
Conservation, Data Analysis,
satisfaction and outstanding results
Strategic Planning and Quality
in quality management and was
Control, to achieve that goal. The
announced at a function held at
organization established in 1985 has
the Move n pick Hotel Amsterdam
already received many national and
City Centre in Amsterdam, the
international awards including Kerala
Netherlands.
State Award 2010-2011 in the ‘“Best
The ESQR is an organization Approved and Classified Ayurveda
dedicated to quality improvements, Center” placing Kerala on a significant
techniques, examination and spot in the global Wellness and Health
recognition. It recognizes excellence, tourism map.
disseminates innovation and visionary
thinking, spreads knowledge, shares
conformity assessment practices and
facilitates networking.
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24. HOLIDAY
Sagara Beach Resort takes
you beyond
From renting a perfect ambience to grabbing a beach-side lunch, Sagara
Beach Resorts offers the happiest holidays one ever had…
Experience an amazing morning open
to the romantic waves of Arabian
Sea, a walk on the silvery white sand
beach, a delicious beach-side lunch
and cozy comfortable stay offered by
the Sagara Beach Resort at the south-
ern end of the Kovalam beach.
The three-star-hotel with 92 rooms
in 3 blocks set on the backdrops of
the thick coconut groves is sure to
please with its “come-as-you-are”
atmosphere. Quench your thirst and
grab a bite to eat, then hang around
and relax, or head out to the beach.
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25. Sagara is the most affordable family- The qualified Yoga Gurus at the Yoga
friendly restaurant in Kovalam serving Centre gives training on the intrica-
all the comfort one would dream in an cies of the science of Yoga and takes
amazing vacation. you to the eternal comfort where the
The resort is popular for its tasteful soul, mind and body refreshes to the
decor, friendly staff, traditional and fullest.
international cuisine, scenic location The resort also has a travel desk of-
and personalized services. Each room fering all the latest facilities and con-
has a balcony facing the sea where nections needed to travel around the
one can have a panoramic view of the world which include booking of train
sea and the lush green surroundings. and airline tickets, checking availabil-
The facilities provided by Sagara ity of accommodation and arrange-
Beach Resort includes swimming ment of taxi services.
pools with crystal-clear water reflect- One could also enjoy the traditional
ing the azure sky above and green folklore and art forms of Kerala in the
coconut umbrellas around which are evenings which are organized accord-
hygienically and spotlessly main- ing to the climate and season. The
tained. performance includes Kathakali and
The roof-top multi-cuisine restaurant Kalarippayattu.
serves mouth-watering Indian, Chi- Sagara is also equipped with all the
nese, Thai and Continental varieties latest communication facilities, includ-
cuisines in the backdrop of boundless ing high-speed internet connections.
blue sea and waves splashing on the The residents can enjoy their vacation
rocks adjacent to the Beach Light with free mind by safely keeping their
House. valuables, like documents and jewelry
Rejuvenate with the various kinds at the resort’s Safe deposit lockers.
of massages and Ayurvedic treat- Round-the-clock money exchange ser-
ments, conducted under the expert vice is also provided to the residents.
Join us at the shores of God’s Own
Country to explore, bond, laugh, feast
and make family memories that will
last forever…
For booking call
Tel: 2481995, 2484077
supervision of Dr. V. Franklin, who has
forty years’ experience in the field,
including years in the post of District
Medical Officer under the Govern-
ment of Kerala.
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26. Industrial equipment trading at
Shakti Tools
Shakti Tools & Traders is an establishment in the industrial equipment trading
market for over a decade with clients across the country. The company deals in
premium quality tools and equipments. The company procures equipments from a
wide network of authorized manufacturers and distributors.
The company supplies Hand Tools, Power Tools, Cutting Tools, Garage Equipment,
Automobile Special Tools, Abrasives, Adhesives-sealants and Fasteners. We are
authorized dealer of Cromwell, Stanley, Taparia and Penta. Industrial equipment
offered by the company is extensive and includes Hydraulic Bottle Jack, Quick Lift
Trolley Jack, Telescopic Transmission Jack, Oil Filter, Chain Wrench, Three Jaw Oil
Filter Wrench, Oil Filter Chain Wrench, Impact Wrench Kit, Body Repair Kit, High
Pressure Cleaner, Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner.
Stringent quality control mechanism is followed at Shakti for testing equipments
before delivering to customers. Un-
matched performance, durability, cost
effectiveness, and low maintenance
are some of the characteristics of the
industry equipments offered by Shakti
Tools & Traders.
Mr. Krishnan
Managing Director
Shakti Tools
Eng, College Road, Chavadimukku Jn.
Sreekariyam, Trivandrum
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28. ATVM at Trivandrum Central
The hassle of standing in lengthy will be able to draw their own railway
queues to obtain train tickets may tickets. Passengers will have to
soon be a thing of the past. Automatic procure the ‘smart card’, place them
Ticket Vending Machines (ATVM) will in a slot on the ATVM and select the
be installed in stations so that the destination by making a choice on the
passengers can obtain tickets without touch screen. The procedure is similar
standing in lengthy queues. These to drawing cash from an ATM. A com-
commuters are not only able to save puter-printed ticket will be delivered
their time by avoiding long queues and the money will be automatically
at the booking counters but also debited from ‘smart card’ when the
they can make sure that they board ticket is issued. The smart cards of the
their train in time without missing it. Railways will be accessible from the
The ATVMs will be initially installed booking office and from the ‘facilita-
at Thiruvananthapuram Central and tors’ who are entrusted to manage
Ernakulam South railway stations. The the ATVMs. The validity of the ‘smart
machines will be operated through card’ and other details are being
smart cards, using which passengers worked out by the Railways.
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30. METRO FOCUS
Customer-oriented Construction
by PJ Homes
Homes built on prime plots based on latest technical specifications and meeting
building regulations have been PJ Homes’ way of operation.
Stylish and comfortable is how PJ
Homes design their projects, right
from luxury apartments to exclusive
villas. They have a team of competent
professionals who are qualified in
property development, architecture
and civil engineering, having decades
of experience in the industry. The
projects are focused to be ideal and
convenient. The homes are special-
ized in aesthetics and efficient man-
agement of space. Leisure facilities
like kids pools, play grounds, gyms,
health clubs, and gardens are also
provided.
The approach by PJ Homes is always
customer-focused. In every construc-
tion project, the dreams and aspira-
tions of the client is given top priority.
Their projects are located ideally
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32. within easy distance from education- 39 villas having all amenities – at Kat-
al, business, conveyance and enter- taikonam near Technopark and River
tainment facilities. View – well-equipped homes with
an exotic view of Karaman River – at
Continuous communications with
Thittamangalam.
the client, advance scheduling and
safety first attitude makes PJ Homes The latest project of PJ Homes is
exemplary. Architectural craftsman- White Fence comprising of 14 villas
ship, engineering, integrity, honesty, and flats. It is designed with new
and quality workmanship have been concept of family living and offers the
PJ Homes strength through the latest luxury amenities and state of
years. The construction projects of PJ the art landscaped premises.
Homes adhere to eco-friendly green
construction practices, which reveal PJ HOMES
their commitment to environment Palayam-Airport Road,
protection. Pattoor, Vanchiyoor P.O.
Trivandrum – 695035, Kerala, India
Completed projects of PJ Homes
Phone: +91 471 3016111
include Rajasree Domiciles situated at
Mobile: 9744555177/9895057678
Chenkottukonam and Sanskriti at Gan-
Email: pjhomesmail@gmail.com
dhipuram near Sreekaryam. Projects
www.pjhomes.in
undergoing constructions include Gar-
den View – a mini township project of
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34. ART
Sathyan @100 - An exhibition by
Kerala State Chalachithra Academy
The inaugural Kerala State Film Awards’ Best Actor award winner
Sathyan was born in Thirumala, Trivandrum. During the 17th edition of
IFFK, an exhibition of Sathyan’s photos and books written on him was
conducted.
It was inaugurated by cine actors Sri.
Madhu and Smt. KPAC Lalitha. At
Durbar Hall, Kanakakunnu, where the
exhibition was held, Cine Art Director
Mr. Sabu Pravadas, speaks to
V. Viswanath on various aspects of
the exhibition.
What do you aim with this
Sathyan Festival?
As you know, during his acting
career, Sathyan Sir was the No.1 actor
in Malayalam Cinema. To provide
maximum exposure of his centenary
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35. Hearing Care Services:
Professional Consultation.
Audiometry.
Tympanometry & Reflexes
Prescription & Trial of Suitable
Digital Hearing Aids.
Free After Care & Follow Up Support
Home Visits (Upon Request).
Diva Hearing Specialists:
1 st Floor, Suha Residency, Poonthi Road,
Kumarapuram, Medical College 1 st Ground Floor,
P. O . Trivandrum - 695 011 T. N. Samrudhi Chambers, Near SBT
Ph: 0471 2440597, Mob: 94461 76578 Vazhuthacuad,Trivandrum
Email: divahearingspecialists@gmail.com Ph: 0471 2332323
Web: www.divahearing.com Mob: 94468 10651
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36. birth anniversary falling on November contributions to Malayalam Cinema.
9, 2012, we have conducted this He has performed mostly in Manjilas’
exhibition along with the Film Festival. cinemas. The combination of Sathyan
Every year, exhibitions are conducted; Sir and Sethumadhavan sir has given
however, this year it features Sathyan many good films. He left us at the
collections. This exhibition attempts peak of his career.
to create a better awareness of It was during the performance of the
Sathyan Sir. character Chellappan in Anubhavangal
How has Sathyan contributed to Paalichakal. Before that, he had done
dual role in ‘Kadalpaalam’. He had
Malayalam Cinema?
acted in the two roles so well that
The films of that time had an influence nobody would think it was done by
of Tamil cinema. Sathyan Sir brought the same person – that too at a time
in a body language familiar to Kerala. when technology had not progressed.
His acting was natural. He did not
just put up an act, he gave life to the What were the past exhibitions?
character. His films like Nairu Pidicha Exhibitions have been conducted
Pulivalu were popular. By the time on various themes such as Art
‘Neelakuyil’ came, he had become an director’s creations, Award winners of
actor acclaimed in the national level. Malayalam cinema, and women and
President’s Silver Medal was brought Malayalam cinema.
to Kerala first by Neelakuyil.
What is the response of young
People of the present age know generation to such exhibitions?
about Sathyan from mimicry – the
great actor is being insulted by There will be a huge audience;
cheap imitation. The new generation however, only about 30-40% would
should look at Sathyan Sir’s great be serious cinema goers, even for the
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37. film festival. Those 30-40% visits the
exhibition, take notes and photos.
Some store those in their collections.
They might be media students,
journalists, etc. – we are focusing
on them. In Sathyan festival, there
are elderly visitors who refresh their
memories of the films they saw in
their young age. The youngsters who
visit become aware of Sathyan Sir’s
life and career history.
actor with heroines, Scenes from
How have you classified the important films and From the family
photos? album. The Family album section has
photos from the private album of
We have kept them as four sections –
Sathyan’s son Satheesh Sathyan.
Great actor with great directors, Great
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40. METRO BYTES
SBT - Bajaj Auto Loan Scheme
The Tibetan Spiritual Leader Launched
in Thiruvananthapuram
His Holiness the
Dalai Lama – the
Tibetan spiritual
leader – was at
SBT GM(SME) Mr. Vasudevan inaugu-
Thiruvananthapuram
rated ‘State Bank of Travancore-Bajaj
enroute Sivagiri Mutt Auto’ Three-wheeler Loan Scheme
to deliver the proclamation message and SBT Bank Managers’ and Kallingal
of the 80th Sivagiri Pilgrimage and Bajaj Managers’ Meting at Thiruvanan-
from there to Kochi to attend the thapuram Mascot Hotel. The scheme,
Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church’s to be made available at all branches of
Centenary Celebrations. He stayed in SBT, is aimed at hassle-free provision
Thiruvananthapuram at Taj Vivanta, of loans for the unemployed. Bajaj
Vazhuthacaud. Auto’s Regional Manager (Com-
mercial Vehicles) Mr. Jerry James,
Area Manager Mr. Ashish Murali and
New Branch For Kallingal Bajaj Retail Finance Manager Mr. Ajesh
Tom Joseph were at the inauguration.
Balaramapuram showroom of the All
Kallingal Bajaj MD Mr. Shafeek, and
India No.1 Bajaj Auto dealer Kallin-
Directors Mr. Shafeer and Mr. Shakeer
gal Bajaj was inaugurated by Bajaj attended the event.
Auto’s Regional Manager (Commer-
cial Vehicles) Mr. Jerry James. The
first sale was done jointly by NIMS Kerala Kaumudi Organizing GKSF
Medicity MD Mr. M.S. Faizal Khan and exhibition in Thiruvananthapuram
Balaramapuram Panchayat President
Thematic Exhibitions by Media are to
Mr. Raveendran. Kallingal MD Mr.
be held during Grand Kerala Shopping
Shafeek said, vehicle and spare parts’
Festival Season 6. Particular area and
sales and service are available at the
dates are identified for each media
Balaramapuram branch. Inaugural group. In Thiruvananthapuram, it
schemes are provided for customers. would be Kerala Kaumudi organizing
Tie-up (SBT, IOB, SBI) Loan schemes the exhibition from January 9th to
are available at the showroom. Info 24th, 2013. The Thiruvananthapuram
available at the showroom or contact event would be focusing on Health/
9947114441. Ayurveda Expo.
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42. EVENT SCAN
A new leap to excellence
An exclusive trade show that creates opportunity for buyers and sellers
to meet face to face with qualified leads, industry media contacts, build
or nurture business relationships and much more…
The second edition of Vyapaar will
soon catch the minds of buyers and
sellers in the city. Here the sellers will
get a platform to establish rapport
with existing customers and a cost-
effective forum to meet with clients
in person where they can share their
appreciation for their business. The
buyers will have an exclusive chance
to see wide range of their desired
products or service under one roof
and can purchase it directly from the
trader.
With participation from almost two
hundred Indian, Global companies,
Brands & organizations offering
different products and services,
Vyapaar 2012, organized by the
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43. marketing event management and diligent team wok so much can
company ‘One Roof India’, is all set be achieved by the organizers and
to commence from December 19 at the attendees,” said His Highness
Hotel Mascot. The five-day trade fair Uthradom Thirunal Marthanda Varma.
will host a diverse range of products,
Vyapaar will provide a wealth of
suppliers and service providers in
opportunity – new contacts, new
the field of electronics, technology,
clients and most importantly, new
textiles, tourism and kids’ sectors,
income for the traders. It will be a
ready to discuss and demonstrate
common platform for representatives
their technology and expertise.
from various private companies and
Vyapaar will be a relationship broker government companies to interact
for all the traders and consumers. with investors, distributors and
This show will assist in identifying, local business people. Also the new
targeting, attracting and matching generation investors will get a space
the needs of buyers and suppliers. to know and learn about the current
This trade exhibition also aims to trends prevailing in the market, the
maximize business and networking advancements made in the field of
opportunities through associated technology and on how these factors
conferences, features, and events. could be utilized to make good on
their investments.
“I really felt happy to see the name
‘Vyapaar’ for a trade show like “The state and its people stand
this. Earlier we used to have barter to benefit enormously when
system where we traded quality
products each other. With energetic
“Vyapaar is a valuable and educative
exhibition. I congratulate the One
Roof India members for organizing
such an elite Trade exhibition. For
better industrial development we
need to keep grading our skills and
technology standards. By organizing
a show like this we will help the new
entrepreneurs to bring their brands to
life,” said Finance Minister K M Mani.
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44. new industries are set up and job Radhakrishnan, Home Minister.
opportunities arise, but for this we
Seminars would be conducted
must work as a single unit. Vyapaar
on topics like online marketing,
will usher in better times to Kerala’s
investment opportunities in Kerala,
industrial horizon,” said A P Anil
innovation and entrepreneurship,
Kumar, Tourism Minister.
business integrating technology
The initiative is also aimed at and tourism in association with
improving public contribution in Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram
the business field and to develop and other leading institutes.
Quiz competitions and painting
competitions are also to be held at
the event for school and college
students.
“In Vyapaar, you have an opportunity
to do some competitive market
intelligence, to see your competitors’
products and view their sales and
domestic tourism in the state.
promotional materials. It gives you
‘Franchising Day’ would be a major
a good feel for what you have to
highlight of the event where
offer versus the competition. Keep
representatives from over fifty
in mind that the attendees are also
different companies will converse
seeing you and your competition
with interested investors and get
side by side. Use this opportunity
them acquainted with emerging
to your advantage,” said Anoop
trends in the market.
Jacob, Minister for Food, Civil
“In this economy it is more important Supplies, Consumer Protection and
than ever to be selective where sales Registration.
and marketing budget are spent;
There is surely no better way to
when selecting to spend them on
increase your exposure to a specific
trade shows you will get the most
section of your target market than
return on your financial and time
through your attendance at an
investment than other forms of
industry-specific trade show like
marketing or individual in-person
Vyapaar!
sales calls. Vyapaar creates an ideal
opportunity when buyers and sellers
get together,” said Thiruvanchoor
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KERALA VISION
DOORDARSHAN
Doordarshan Bhawan
No.47/64, 12th A Cross Copernicus Marg
Vyalikavil, Malleshwaram, New Delhi- 110001
Banglore-560003, Karnataka. Tel: 0471-2730542
Tel: 0484-2316441
Ente City Media Solutions SMILE FOUNDATION
Floor 2, Kamini Buillding V-11, Level - 1 Green Park Extension
VazhuthaCaud, Trivandrum - 695014 New Delhi - 110 016
Tel: 9633513798 Tel: 011-4123700
Happy Land Amusements DC MEDIA
Water theme & Amusement park
234/C, Adjacent to YMCA
Kuthirakulam P.O., Vembayam Chittoor Road, Cochin- 35
Thiruvananthapuram- 695615 Tel: 0484-3047405
CLUB FM 94.3 BUSINESS BOOM
www.happylandtvm.com
I st Floor, Khadeeja Building
Mathrubhumi Buildings, Vanchiyoor Mathai Manjooran Road
Trivandrum - 695035 High Court, Kochi-682014
Tel: 0471-2520600 Tel: 0484-2392827
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KERALA DEVELOPMENT MEDIA ASIAN TRAVELLER
I st Floor
TC-27/174, PERA - 66, ‘Anjali’ Temple
Khadeeja Building
Lane, Vanchiyoor Trivandrum
Mathai Manjooran Road High Court
pin– 695035
Kochi-682014
0471-6540888
0484-2392827
DHANAM PUBLICATIONS COUSIN BIRDS
Cheruparambath Road Pulimood Lane
Opp. Dhanam Head office Vattiyoorkavu P.O Trivandrum
Kadavanthra - 20. pin- 695013
Tel: 0484-2315840 9633704131
TECHNOPARK TBI venpakal associates
Technopark TC 27/254(4 & 5) HITECH BUILDING
Trivandrum GENERAL HOSPITAL VANCHIYOOR P.O
pin - 695 581 Trivandrum
Kerala pin - 695035
Tel: 0471-2700222 0471-2308018
KAlanidhi getit INFOSERVICE
Jayabhavan S.S plaza Pazhaya Road
MPRA - E-14 Elanjimoodu Lane, Medical College P O Trivandrum
Medical College P.O. Trivandrum PIN - 695011
8089424969 04444444444
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C-DIT KLDB
Chithranjali Hills Gokulam
Thiruvallam.P O Trivandrum Pattom P.O. trivandrum
PIN - 695 027 PIN -695 004
Tel:0471-2380910
GKSF KEPCO
JNWA-G2 Pothencode Road
Jawahar Nagar Near LP School Sreekariyam trivandrum
Kowdiar - PO trivandrum PIN- 695017
Tel: 0471-2310899
DAIRY DEVELOPMENT MPI
Edayar P.O,
Dairy Development Department Koothattukulam Ernakulam
Pattom trivandrum PIN- 686 662
PIN-695004 Tel: 0485-2252365
0471-2445749
STATE FARMING CORPORATION VFPCK
Vettithitta P.O Alimukku Mythri Bhavan
Punalur, Kollam Near Doordarshan Kendra
Pin - 689 696 Kakkanad Kochi-37
Tel: 0475-2222245 Tel: 0484-2427544
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KAICO NAZ FURNITURE
Kissan Jyothi Fort karimpuvila
trivandrum ambalathara trivandrum
pin - 695 023 Kerala
Tel: 0471-2471344 Tel: 0471-2383291
FIB PLANTATION CORPORATION
Kowdiar P.O. trivandrum Muttambalam P.O. Kottayam
Pin-695003 PIN - 686 004
Tel: 0471-2318186 Tel: 0481-2578301
KAMCO Horticorp
Kerala Agro Machinery Horticorp
Corporation Limited Poojappura TRIVANDRUM
Athani Ernakulam Tel: 0471-2359651
PIN- 683 585
Tel: 0484-2474201
KERAFED OIL PLAM
Kera Tower XIV/130 KODIMATHA
Observatory Lane KOTTAYAM SOUTH P.O, Kottayam
Vellayambalam TRIVANDRUM PIN- 686013
PIN- 695033 Tel: 0481-2567103
Tel: 0471-2321660
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IndiaMART InterMESH Limited Kerala SIDCO
B-1, Sector - 8, NOIDA Housing Board Building
Uttar Pradesh 6th Floor Santhi Nagar
Pin - 201 301 Trivandrum
Tel: 09654436426 Pin - 695001
Tel: 0471-2336413
PJ Homes WONDERFUL TIMES
Palayam - Airport Road 7/96B, Vettumani
Vanchiyoor Trivandrum Marthandam
PIN - 695035 PIN - 629165
Kerala, India Tel: 09488928150
Tel: 0471-3016111
industrial business mart Passline Business Magazine
# 217,38main
ombr layout Bangalore Keethara Publications
PIN - 560043 38/125 1st Floor Narakathara Road
Tel: 084553012371 KOCHI
Tel: 0484-0427002
One & only DESIGN BUILDER
Beach Palace, Shanghumugham Designer Publications Kerala Pvt.
Trivandrum Kerala, India 39/4722, DPK Towers
Tel: 0471-2508999 R Madhavan Nair Road Kochi
PIN-682 016
Tel: 0484-6456290
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ARCHEOLOGY Departmet HANDLOOM
Directorate of Archaeology Sreepadam
Behind Railway Station,
Palace, Fort. P.O
Power House Road, TrivandruM
Thiruvananthapuram
Tel: 0471-2303427
Pin: 695023
Tel: 0471 -2577465
hantex hanveev
Post Box No. 64, Oottukuzhi, P.M 32/249,
trivandrum Thilleri Road, Kannur
pin - 695 001 pin- 670 001
Tel: 0471-2303427 Tel: 0497-2701804
skhf cga systems
c/o Hotel Pankaj M.G.Road vrindavan complex
Trivandrum 10th stone Nedumangad
PIN - 695001 TRIVANDRUM
Kerala, India
Tube Binder shakti tools equipments
SRI KAMAKSHEE ENTERPRISES College of Engineering
No.7 C, Skeldale House Sreekariyam Kulathoor Rd
3rd street Rathnapuri layout trivandrum Kerala
Koyembedu Chennai- 600107 pin - 695017
Tel: 0471-6065511 Tel: 9447002012
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PALPABLE FASHIONS NSIC
34/1249 - a1, mother thresa road S- 67, GCDA COMPLEX
opp. oberon mall edappally post MARINE DRIVE ERNAKULAM
Kochi-682024 PIN- 682031
Tel: 0484-6005000 Tel: 0484-2381850
STAR SMART CARD NIPPON TOYOTA
TC, 13/620 – 2, LVMRA 77 Trivandrum Bypass Rd
Law College Jn trivandrum Kazhakkoottam
pin- 695 033 Thiruvananthapuram Kerala
Tel: 0471-2304716 Pin: 695582
Tel: 0471-2417733
KINFRA SILICON SYSTEMS
Park Office Menamkulam TC 28/1118
trivandrum Kerala Sreekanteswaram Trivandrum
pin - 695586 Pin - 695023
Tel: 0471-2726585 Tel: 0471-2571768
POTHENS HYUNDAI FILTERONS WATER
Opposite CSI Church Panayakonam, No.33/1270, MR Building Nellimukku
Maruthur Mannanthala Kollam.12 Kerala
Trivandrum. Tel: 9400335000
Tel: 0471-6050500
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IDENTITY DE OPTION
D’Factory P.A.P Gardens PMG Junction Nanthankode
Kamaleswaram TRIVANDRUM
Manacaud Post trivandrum PIN - 695003
pin - 695009 Tel: 0471-3044222
BROTHER SHM SHIPCARE
TC 17/469(5) PRA 161 a 16- A, Press Building Ground Floor
KKM BUILDING 1st Mgazine Cross Street
NAGARUKAVU TEMPLE ROAD Darukhana, Mazgaon Mumbai 400010.
POOJAPPURA TRIVANDRUM Tel: 0422-23502124
PIN - 695012
Tel: 9544184488
CLUB MAHINDRA VALETH BOATS
Mahindra Towers 2nd Floor 56, Kazhipattur Padur Post
17/18, Patullos Road Kelambakkam Chennai
Mount Road Chennai – 600 002 Tamil Nadu
Tamilnadu PIN – 603 103
Tel: 044-30277778 Tel: 044-2744423
NTPC UPABHOKTHRA SHABDAM
NTPC Bhawan SCOPE Complex
Institutional Area Lodhi Road SREEKOVIL
New Delhi - 110003 KODUNGANOOR TRIVANDRUM
Tel: 011-24360100 PIN – 603 103
Tel: 0471-3240501
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TANGERINE TRINITY CABS
Trinty Complex
SFS KRISHNA, AMBALAMUKKU Near to G-Tech Nandavanam
MUTTADA ROAD Palayam Road Palayam,
TRIVANDRUM TRIVANDRUM
Tel: 0471-2438824 PIN- 695034
Tel:0471 650 0100
Care 4 Associates FATHIMA GLOBAL MERCHANTS
TC 26/1960, PRA G9A GPO LANE, OPP. TC.36/1182, opp. Hindu news
SECRETARIAT STATUE paper enchakal
TRIVANDRUM Kerala, India vallakadavu TRIVADRUM
PIN- 695001 Pin: 695008
Tel: 0471-2450977 Tel: 0471 2502242
Yem Yem Enterprises KEERTHI TRADERS
1st floor TC 8/1333(1) EVRA 31(A),
vinayaka plaza nanthancode NANDHANAM, TRIVANDRUM
TRIVANDRUM Pin: 695006
Tel: 0471 2316669 Tel: 0471 3197177
Churidar World
Vellanad
TRIVANDRUM
Tel: 9526229428
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