BWI: South Africa Rises Seven Places in Annual WEF Global Competitiveness Index

Source : Brand South Africa Wednesday, September 30, 2015 6:50PM IST (1:20PM GMT)   South Africa Rises Seven Places in Annual WEF Global Competitiveness Index   New Delhi, Delhi, India and Johannesburg, South Africa Brand South Africa today welcomed the 2015/16 results of the World Economic Forum’s annual Global Competitiveness Index which sees South Africa rise seven places from 56 to 49 of 140 countries.   Speaking about South Africa’s significantly improved performance in the Global Competitiveness Index, Brand South Africa’s CEO Kingsley Makhubela said, “Building a country’s competitiveness is a collective endevour involving the collaboration of government, business and civil society.  Ultimately it involves all South Africans to coalesce around this national objective.”   “The results of the 2015/16 Global Competitiveness Index shows that South Africa has made significant improvements towards ensuring we are a globally competitive destination.  The report resonates with our own assessment that we must work towards strengthening, amongst others, the education and health sectors to ensure our sustained competitiveness.  The National Development Plan outlines the steps we need to take to achieve this.”   “We thank all South Africans for your contribution to building South Africa’s competitiveness and look forward to further improvements in the next year,” concluded Mr Makhubela.   South Africa’s achievements in the 2015/16 Global Competitiveness Index   Pillar Overall 2015/16 2014/15 Pillar 1: Institutions 38 36 Pillar 2: Infrastructure 68 60 Pillar 3: Macroeconomic environment 85 89 Pillar 4: Health and primary education 126 132 Pillar 5: Higher education and training 83 86 Pillar 6: Goods market efficiency 38 32 Pillar 7: Labour market efficiency 107 113 Pillar 8: Financial market development 12 7 Pillar 9: Technological readiness 50 66 Pillar 10: Market size 29 25 Pillar 11: Business sophistication 33 31 Pillar 12: Innovation 38 43   South Africa’s biggest improvements come in the areas of: health and primary education (up 6 places), labour market efficiency (up 6 places), technological readiness (up 16 places), and innovation (up 5 places).   South Africa has also improved in the areas of: macro-economic environment (up 4 places), higher education and training (up 3 places), and business sophistication (up 2 places).   South Africa has dropped in the area of infrastructure (down 8 places), institutions (down 2 places), goods market efficiency (down 6 places), financial market development (down 5 places) and market size (down 4 places).   Media Contact Details Gunjan Batra, Hill & Knowlton , , Gunjan.Batra@hkstrategies.comun   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: Multi Screen Media (MSM) makes Top Level Management Additions to Fuel Growth at Sony Entertainment Television (SET) Channel

Source : MSM Network Wednesday, September 30, 2015 7:07PM IST (1:37PM GMT)   Multi Screen Media (MSM) makes Top Level Management Additions to Fuel Growth at Sony Entertainment Television (SET) Channel   Mumbai, Maharashtra, India New appointments: Danish Khan as EVP & Business Head Anup Vishwanathan as SVP & Head Marketing Anshuman Sinha as SVP & Senior Creative Director Ritesh Modi as VP & Creative Director Multi Screen Media (MSM) announced the appointment of Danish Khan as the EVP & Business Head for its flagship channel Sony Entertainment Television (SET).   MSM has also roped in other top talent like Anup Vishwanathan, SVP & Head – Marketing, Anshuman Sinha, SVP & Senior Creative Director as well as Ritesh Modi, VP & Creative Director, who will form Danish Khan's core team, working alongside a battery of seasoned marketing and creative professionals.    This team, a carefully chosen team of like-minded successful professionals is a key strategic move for SET – a channel that pioneered and continues to inspire new waves in television programming, with blockbuster movie premieres, big format non – fiction shows and an impressive array of fiction shows like Indian Idol, Kaun Banega Crorepati, Bade Acche Lagte Hain, Sankat Mochan Mahabali Hanuman, Suryaputra Karn, Maharana Pratap, Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyar, CID and Crime Patrol.   As the man at the helm, for SET, Danish will be driving the overall business of the channel including its objectives of channel growth, viewership and developing innovative revenue opportunities. Besides being a seasoned industry champion, who has a telling experience in both the marketing and the creative side of the GEC space, Danish has earlier spent ten years in MSM in various marketing roles.   In his new role, Anup will be working closely with Danish to amplify and support efforts towards the growth of SET and to substantiate the brand equity for the channel, primarily with its viewership base.   During the course of his work across various advertising agencies such as Leo Burnett, Mudra Communications and McCann Erickson, Anup has earlier serviced the SET portfolio from the agency side, for six long years. He moves from Times Network where he was the Marketing Head of the English Movie cluster.    In the field of creative content, Anshuman Sinha is a name to reckon with since he’s ranked amongst India’s leading content specialists. With 17 years of work experience backing him, his forte lies in synergizing consumer sentiment with progressive content.   Anshuman will join forces with Ritesh Modi in charting a new and exciting creative course for SET. Ritesh, who has 18 years of working life behind him, specializes in non-fiction reality show formats and has a deep understanding of regional markets.   Comments:    N.P Singh, Chief Executive Officer, MSM   “Given rising industry competitiveness coupled with a steady surge of growing audience expectations, innovation has become the key to success and growth. It is imperative that consumer insights dictate a channel’s look and feel as well as programming.”   “The new team is not only seasoned and versatile but also willing to go the extra mile to ensure that consumer choice becomes the key to new offerings from SET - the flagship channel of MSM. This new team is committed to writing the next chapter of our growth story and they have my full support.”   About Multi Screen Media (MSM):   MSM is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation – which owns and operates the Sony Entertainment network of television channels. As a leading television network in India, MSM comprises of Sony Entertainment Television (SET), one of India's leading Hindi general entertainment television channels; MAX, India's premium Hindi movies and special events channel; MAX 2, a second Hindi movie channel showcasing great Indian Cinema; SAB, a family comedy entertainment channel; PIX, the English movie channel; AXN, the leaders in English Entertainment Channel; MIX a refreshing Hindi music channel; SIX, India’s Premier Sports Entertainment Channel; Sony KIX, a youth-centric sports channel focusing on high adrenaline, fast-paced content and Sony LIV - the Digital Entertainment Channel.                                              The Network is in its 20th year in India.   About Sony Entertainment Television Sony Entertainment Television (SET), one of India's leading Hindi general entertainment television channels is a part of Sony Pictures Television (SPT) backed Multi Screen Media Private Limited, which is India’s leading television network.  Since its launch in October 1995, SET has created a unique space for itself in the Indian Television industry. Pioneering new waves in television programming, with blockbuster movie premieres, big format non – fiction shows and an impressive array of fiction shows like Indian Idol, Kaun Banega Crorepati, Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega, Bade Acche Lagte Hain, Bharat Ka Veer Putra Maharana Pratap, Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyar, Sankat Mochan Mahabali Hanuman, Suryaputra Karn, CID and Crime Patrol. SET is known for its innovative concepts and exciting formats and is the most preferred family entertainment channel which has been providing strong platforms for more than 700 brands to reach over 50 million households in India. In addition, Sony Entertainment Television is also available in the US, UK, Africa, Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Maldives, Malaysia, Indonesia, Fiji Islands and Seychelles. In total, SET influences over 300 million viewers in the Indian sub-continent, and the South Asian Diaspora worldwide.     Media Contact Details Aditya Shukla, Hill & Knowlton , ,+91-9960537579 , aditya.shukla@hkstrategies.com Harsh Kankeshwar, Hill & Knowlton , ,+91-9920775032 , harsh.kankeshwar@hkstrategies.com   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: Mumbai's Gujarati Leader Manish Shah Appointed as Vice Chairman of Minority Department of All India Congress Committee

Source : Manish Shah Wednesday, September 30, 2015 6:40PM IST (1:10PM GMT)   Mumbai's Gujarati Leader Manish Shah Appointed as Vice Chairman of Minority Department of All India Congress Committee   Mumbai, Maharashtra, India All India Congress Committee (AICC)  President Smt. Sonia Gandhi has appointed Mumbai’s Gujarati Leader Manish Rameshchandra Shah as Vice Chairman of Minority Department  of  AICC. Presently, Manish Shah is President of Gujarati Cell of Mumbai Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC). Manish Shah is considered to be a close & trusted confidant of Shree Gurudas Kamat -General Secretary of All India Congress Committee (AICC) and Ex- Cabinet Minister.  Shree Gurudas Kamat congratulated Manish Shah on his appointment. 51 years old Manish Rameshchandra Shah belongs to Muli village, near Surendra Nagar in Gujarat. He is an active worker of Congress and plays prominent role in fight against the government. Thus Smt. Sonia Gandhi has entrusted him with this additional important responsibility.  2500 years ago, the Jain population was 22 crore, which has diminished over the years and now the Jain population is only around 60 to 70 lakh across the world. Like Parsi community, Jain community is also a diminishing community. Hence the Congress government, when they were in power, gave minority status to Jain community. Manish Shah is a prominent Jain leader.  He is connected with and plays key role in around 16 Jain organizations. Manish Shah believes that several changes in age old traditions of Jain Religion are needed to facilitate propagation of Jain Religion. With his appointment as Vice President of Minority Department of AICC, Manish Shah plans to have dialogue with Jain Sadhu –Sadhvi, Jain Acharya and Jain Sanghpati to resolve perennial issues related to Santhara, Bal-Diksha, Cash-Lochan (removal of hair by hands), Jain Sadhu – Sadhvi  Vihar (Jain monk’s transportation), disposal of Mal-Mutra of Sadhu –Sadhvi (Disposal of excretion of Sadhu –Sadhvi) etc. Mr. A.A. Thomas (Kanpur) and Mr. Parvinder C. Bawa (Delhi) have been also appointed as Vice Chairman of Minority Department of AICC. Photo Caption: Mr. Manish Shah -Newly appointed Vice Chairman  of Minority Department  of  AICC,  seen with  Mr. Gurudas Kamat – General Secretary of AICC , (seen from left to right)  in the picture   Media Contact Details Nirmal Phophalia, Newsmen PR, ,+91-9870003933 , newsmenpr@gmail.com   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Completes Transaction with Novartis

Source : GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited (GSK India) Wednesday, September 30, 2015 6:11PM IST (12:41PM GMT)   GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Completes Transaction with Novartis   Mumbai, Maharashtra, India GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (‘GSK India’) announces completion of its transaction with Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. (‘Novartis India’) today where GSK India acquires Novartis’ vaccines business and divests its marketed oncology portfolio to Novartis India.   This follows a global transaction between GlaxoSmithKline plc, UK (GSK) and Novartis AG, Switzerland (Novartis) which was completed in March 2015 on the same basis.   The acquisition of the vaccines business of Novartis provides GSK with an exciting opportunity to build an even stronger, sustainable global vaccines business. The transaction will enhance GSK’s vaccines portfolio and bring together its expertise in virology, bacterial infection and technological platforms to deliver a reliable supply of high quality vaccines.   About GlaxoSmithKline:   GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited is a subsidiary of GlaxoSmithKline plc, one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer.  For more information, visit www.gsk-india.com.     Media Contact Details Ransom D'Souza, India Media enquiries +91-9820234999 , Simon Steel, UK Media enquiries +44 (0) 20 8047 5502 ,   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Completes Transaction with Novartis

Source : GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited (GSK India) Wednesday, September 30, 2015 6:11PM IST (12:41PM GMT)   GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Completes Transaction with Novartis   Mumbai, Maharashtra, India GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (‘GSK India’) announces completion of its transaction with Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. (‘Novartis India’) today where GSK India acquires Novartis’ vaccines business and divests its marketed oncology portfolio to Novartis India.   This follows a global transaction between GlaxoSmithKline plc, UK (GSK) and Novartis AG, Switzerland (Novartis) which was completed in March 2015 on the same basis.   The acquisition of the vaccines business of Novartis provides GSK with an exciting opportunity to build an even stronger, sustainable global vaccines business. The transaction will enhance GSK’s vaccines portfolio and bring together its expertise in virology, bacterial infection and technological platforms to deliver a reliable supply of high quality vaccines.   About GlaxoSmithKline:   GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited is a subsidiary of GlaxoSmithKline plc, one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer.  For more information, visit www.gsk-india.com.       To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+

BWI: YFFP - Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship Program Commences, 8 Fellows Begin Research

Source : O. P. Jindal Global University Wednesday, September 30, 2015 5:23PM IST (11:53AM GMT)   YFFP - Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship Program Commences, 8 Fellows Begin Research   New Delhi, Delhi, India Key highlights:   India’s first Foreign Policy Fellowship Programme commences. A collaborative effort on foreign policy by YFFP and Jindal Global University 18 Fellowships to be awarded in three years with 8 Fellows in the first year.   The Jindal School of International Affairs (JSIA) of O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) and Youth Forum on Foreign Policy (YFFP) have commenced India's first foreign policy fellowship, the ‘YFFP-Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship Programme’. The YFFP-Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship programme aims to establish an interface between young researchers, experienced practitioners and scholars from different areas of expertise within the field of international relations.                                      Congratulating the pioneering batch of eight Fellows, Ambassador Nalin Surie, Director General, Indian Council of World Affairs, hailed the Fellowship as a landmark initiative for getting young minds to contribute to the study of foreign affairs. He said, “The purpose of this Fellowship is to stimulate students to reflect on foreign policy. The subjects chosen by these young Fellows are topical and contemporary, the need of the hour is innovation and a fresh approach which is what these young scholars will bring.”   Prof. C Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor of JGU, said, “Initiatives like this Fellowship help provide a platform for young scholars to work and publish on issues of contemporary relevance and help develop constructive dialogue around regional consciousness in South Asia. We are at a unique time in history where educational institutions should collaborate with think tank and research organizations to become leaders in knowledge creation.”   Mr. Gaurav Gogoi, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, and Founder Secretary, YFFP, said, “What is holding Indian universities behind is not the lack of human resources but the lack of quality research and knowledge creation.” He further emphasised that, “Our universities should take a lead in designing socioeconomic and foreign policy ideas and plans, and help eliminate the current dependency on consultancies. The need of the hour is for universities to contribute, advise and significantly aid governments in decision making in the fields of domestic and foreign policies.”   Speaking on this occasion, Dr. Sreeram, Dean of JSIA said, “It is a matter of pride for us to partner with YFFP and to bring to fruition the dream of launching a unique foreign policy Fellowship that will bring talent from across our region in South Asia and create scholars to advance research and knowledge of issues that are of cutting-edge importance both to India and the world.”   The first batch of 8 Fellows have been selected from across India and SAARC countries through a highly competitive and rigorous process and include; Ms. Loveleena Sharma, Masters in International Relations, South Asian University; Mr. Moses Raj GS, Lawyer and Former advertising professional; Ms. Angana Das, Masters in Conflict Analysis and Peace Building, Jamia Milia Islamia; Mr. Joy Mitra, Masters in Diplomacy, Law and Business, Jindal School of International Affairs; Ms. Nayantara Shaunik, Masters in International Relations, London School of Economics and Political Science; Mr. Peerzada Raouf, Masters, Centre for studies in Regional Development, JNU; Ms. Prapti Adhikari, Masters in International Relations, South Asian University; and Mr. Syed A. A. Farhan, Masters in Diplomacy, Law and Business, Jindal School of International Affairs.      Elaborating on the rigorous process of selection, Dean Chaulia, added, “We are covering a wide range of topics among these 8 Fellows to create discourse that will be publishable. The Fellows have been selected in a very competitive process. Dr. Waheguru Pal Singh Sindhu of the Brookings Institution and Dr. Siddharth Mallavarapu of South Asian University were on the panel the conducted the interviews and made the selections.”   The Fellows will generate high quality research output on issues such as South Asian politics, regional economic integration, international media & culture, energy security, cyber security and climate change.   JSIA is India’s first global policy school training students in international economics and politics. YFFP is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit initiative that seeks to develop an informed and substantive dialogue on foreign policy. For more information please visit: O.P. Jindal Global University Official Website - http://www.jgu.edu.in/ O.P. Jindal Global University Official Twitter Handle - https://twitter.com/ Photo Caption: From (L-R) Ambassador Nalin Surie, Director General, Indian Council of World Affairs Mr. Gaurav Das Gupta, Secretary Youth Forum on Foreign Policy Prof. (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, O.P. Jindal Global University Mr. Gaurav Gogoi, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, and Founder Secretary, YFFP   Media Contact Details Kakul Rizvi, Joint Director, Communication and Public Affairs O.P. Jindal Global University, ,+91-8396907273 , krizvi@jgu.edu.in   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. 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BWI: YFFP-Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship Program Commences, 8 Fellows Begin Research

Source : O. P. Jindal Global University Wednesday, September 30, 2015 5:23PM IST (11:53AM GMT)   YFFP-Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship Program Commences, 8 Fellows Begin Research   New Delhi, Delhi, India Key highlights:   India’s first Foreign Policy Fellowship Programme commences. A collaborative effort on foreign policy by YFFP and Jindal Global University 18 Fellowships to be awarded in three years with 8 Fellows in the first year.   The Jindal School of International Affairs (JSIA) of O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) and Youth Forum on Foreign Policy (YFFP) have commenced India's first foreign policy fellowship, the ‘YFFP-Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship Programme’. The YFFP-Jindal Foreign Policy Fellowship programme aims to establish an interface between young researchers, experienced practitioners and scholars from different areas of expertise within the field of international relations.                                      Congratulating the pioneering batch of eight Fellows, Ambassador Nalin Surie, Director General, Indian Council of World Affairs, hailed the Fellowship as a landmark initiative for getting young minds to contribute to the study of foreign affairs. He said, “The purpose of this Fellowship is to stimulate students to reflect on foreign policy. The subjects chosen by these young Fellows are topical and contemporary, the need of the hour is innovation and a fresh approach which is what these young scholars will bring.”   Prof. C Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor of JGU, said, “Initiatives like this Fellowship help provide a platform for young scholars to work and publish on issues of contemporary relevance and help develop constructive dialogue around regional consciousness in South Asia. We are at a unique time in history where educational institutions should collaborate with think tank and research organizations to become leaders in knowledge creation.”   Mr. Gaurav Gogoi, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, and Founder Secretary, YFFP, said, “What is holding Indian universities behind is not the lack of human resources but the lack of quality research and knowledge creation.” He further emphasised that, “Our universities should take a lead in designing socioeconomic and foreign policy ideas and plans, and help eliminate the current dependency on consultancies. The need of the hour is for universities to contribute, advise and significantly aid governments in decision making in the fields of domestic and foreign policies.”   Speaking on this occasion, Dr. Sreeram, Dean of JSIA said, “It is a matter of pride for us to partner with YFFP and to bring to fruition the dream of launching a unique foreign policy Fellowship that will bring talent from across our region in South Asia and create scholars to advance research and knowledge of issues that are of cutting-edge importance both to India and the world.”   The first batch of 8 Fellows have been selected from across India and SAARC countries through a highly competitive and rigorous process and include; Ms. Loveleena Sharma, Masters in International Relations, South Asian University; Mr. Moses Raj GS, Lawyer and Former advertising professional; Ms. Angana Das, Masters in Conflict Analysis and Peace Building, Jamia Milia Islamia; Mr. Joy Mitra, Masters in Diplomacy, Law and Business, Jindal School of International Affairs; Ms. Nayantara Shaunik, Masters in International Relations, London School of Economics and Political Science; Mr. Peerzada Raouf, Masters, Centre for studies in Regional Development, JNU; Ms. Prapti Adhikari, Masters in International Relations, South Asian University; and Mr. Syed A. A. Farhan, Masters in Diplomacy, Law and Business, Jindal School of International Affairs.      Elaborating on the rigorous process of selection, Dean Chaulia, added, “We are covering a wide range of topics among these 8 Fellows to create discourse that will be publishable. The Fellows have been selected in a very competitive process. Dr. Waheguru Pal Singh Sindhu of the Brookings Institution and Dr. Siddharth Mallavarapu of South Asian University were on the panel the conducted the interviews and made the selections.”   The Fellows will generate high quality research output on issues such as South Asian politics, regional economic integration, international media & culture, energy security, cyber security and climate change.   JSIA is India’s first global policy school training students in international economics and politics. YFFP is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit initiative that seeks to develop an informed and substantive dialogue on foreign policy. For more information please visit: O.P. Jindal Global University Official Website - http://www.jgu.edu.in/ O.P. Jindal Global University Official Twitter Handle - https://twitter.com/ Photo Caption: From (L-R) Ambassador Nalin Surie, Director General, Indian Council of World Affairs Mr. Gaurav Das Gupta, Secretary Youth Forum on Foreign Policy Prof. (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, O.P. Jindal Global University Mr. Gaurav Gogoi, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, and Founder Secretary, YFFP   Media Contact Details Kakul Rizvi, Joint Director, Communication and Public Affairs O.P. Jindal Global University, ,+91-8396907273 , krizvi@jgu.edu.in   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. 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BWI: Marriott India Announces a Never Before Offering for all Travel Enthusiasts!

Source : Marriott Hotels India Pvt. Ltd. Wednesday, September 30, 2015 5:20PM IST (11:50AM GMT)   NASDAQ:MAR(NASDAQ:MAR) Marriott India Announces a Never Before Offering for all Travel Enthusiasts! A great consortium of offers to choose from, for your choice of vacation   Mumbai, Maharashtra, India With the holiday season just around the corner and Marriott India adds to the happiness quotient with an interesting array of offers starting May 2015 through the year.   Marriott India announces its biggest promotional offer of the year with an exquisite assortment of offers to choose from this season. A selection of luxury indulgences to choose from to will make your vacation truly memorable.   The main highlight being the offer validity across all Marriott India hotels in India viz JW Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott, Marriott, Fairfield by Marriott & the Renaissance.     Marriott India beckons you to bring in the holiday season this year.   Indulge over the weekend with the “Weekend Promotion” starting May 2015 through the year till December 2015   WEEKEND PROMOTION- Promotional code: XM5   Book a weekend stay at any of the Marriott® Hotels in India & enjoy a host of complimentary benefits for you and your family.* Offer includes:    Buffet breakfast for 2 guests at the coffee shop  Buffet dinner for 2 guests at the coffee shop Free meals for children under 5 years of age  Welcome amenity and bottle of wine in the room  Free usage of DVDs and indoor recreation*  Children’s activities and access to play area Babysitter on request*  Valid for Fri, Sat, Sun   SUITE OFFER:  Promotional code: W36   Book a suite at any of our Marriott hotels in India and be spoilt for choice.* Inclusions:   Breakfast for two at coffee shop Access to executive Lounge Complimentary WiFi (standard package). Early check-in (1000hrs)  and late check-out (1600hrs)   Additional Benefits- Any one   Flat 20 percent discount on the room rate Book for 2 nights; get the 3rd night free (T&Cs apply) One Lunch or dinner complimentary for two    Offer & Stay validity for the above promotions: May 1- Dec 31, 2015 *additional terms & conditions apply   Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 4,100 properties in 79 countries and territories.  Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.   Photo Caption: Experience Marriott   Media Contact Details Tripti Pandey, Madison PR, ,+91-9820678871 , tripti@fort.madisonindia.com Noelle Rocque Daniel, Marriott Hotels India Pvt. Ltd., ,+91-9560094496 , Noelle.rocque@marriott.com   To ensure that you continue to receive email from Business Wire India in your inbox, please add businesswireindia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.   To submit a press release, click here. To unsubscribe or modify your Business Wire India settings, please visit your profile page on Business Wire India. Connect with us on: Facebook | Twitter | Google+