Month: February 2014

Chicago IL: Honorable Consul General Ausaf Sayeed celebrated India’s 65th Republic Day On Sunday, January 26, 2012 with leading Chicago-land entrepreneurs and citizens to honor the sacrifices our freedom fighters have made and to remember the work of our Founding Fathers, for giving to us a country where our dignity and individual freedom is assured. He also extended his warmest greetings to all across the country and also to those living abroad. Indian Consulate is located in the heart of downtown at 455 North City front Plaza Drive, Suite No.850, NBC Tower Building, Chicago, IL. The event began at 10 am as the Honorable Consul General saluted the Indian Flag as he held the rope to release the Indian Flag called “Dhhwaj Vandan” to respect and honor the Indian Flag, followed by singing of Indian National Anthem. He also recited the speech given by honorable President of India, Pranab Kumar Mukherji on the eve of Republic day on 25th January, 2014 in India. While addressing the countrymen, the President also notably recognized the contribution of the Indians living abroad. He covered every aspect of India and Indians who are actively engaged in the progress of the country, their achievements, their […]

Chicago IL: Air India (AI) Midwest held its Annual Agent Awards function for about 150 attendees on Friday, January 31, 2014 commencing 6:30 p.m. at Ashyana Banquets, 1620 75TH Street, Downers Grove, IL. In trademark recent creative Air India style each table was named after famed national structures and monuments across India for guests to choose and seat themselves. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of Plaques to Travel Agents, who had generated the most revenue for Air India for Fiscal Year 2012-13. Guests were treated with Entertainment Program, A Quiz, Humorous reminiscence photo presentation. Video, Photography Sessions, Social Hour and Dinner with elegant color shoulder bags for all attendees as a token of appreciation. After initial registration, guests were ushered into a social room with delectable appetizers and cocktails. an hour later with reluctance guests moved to the main program hall upon repeated announcements as they were enjoying the socialising and photography. District Sales Manager Katherine welcomed all and requested Rajesh V, Challam and DJ Nilesh to kickoff the entertainment. Rajesh Challam’s melodious voice belted out famous Bollywood Songs-Old and New. Sanjay Sharma, AI Finance Manager and his wife Deepa took the floor along with others upon […]