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Essilor India to acquire 37% stake in GKB Ophthalmics' lens making division

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 1 min read

In a recent business move, Essilor India Pvt Ltd has acquired 36.47 per cent stake in GKB Vision Ltd, the lens division of Goa-based ophthalmic manufacturing company GKB Ophthalmics Ltd for Rs 22.91 crore ($3.6 million), as per a stock market disclosure. Incorporated in 2000, GKB Vision manufactures ophthalmiclenses like bifocals lenses, progressive lenses, ...

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PM Modi’s China visit opens new avenue for Indian Yoga practitioners

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 5 min read

By visiting neighbouring country China, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not only made headlines across the globe, but has opened new doors of opportunities for wellness professionals of his country. The Yoga practitioners of India have welcomed the stunt and are on the verge of taking a plunge over potent Chinese market. In an ...

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Unitus Seed Fund launches Starthealth Competition for health tech start-ups

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

India’s leading venture seed fund supporting startups innovating for the masses, Unitus Seed Fund has announced StartHealth Competition, a nationwide challenge to identify promising early-stage health-tech startups. The company is focusing primarily on the start-ups aimed on serving India’s 20 crore families living on under Rs20,000 per month. The strategy has been adopted by ...

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SuperSalon: A salon & spa management software by a Bengaluru-based tech expert

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 6 min read

From online check-in, fixing appointments, mobile apps, ongoing loyalty programmes, self check-in kiosks, digital display boards and much more, SuperSalon system is the perfect tool to help you grow your customer base in the fraction of a second. The comprehensive online back-office, accounting and inventory tools along with staff scheduling will make it easier to ...

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Fitness venture: A new fad among Bollywood and cricket stars

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 3 min read

Wellness industry in the country has been witnessing the growing interest with heavy investments pouring in through celebrities. Madhuri Dixit’s recent launch of online dance academy ‘Dance with Madhuri’ is another example of popular celebrities actively venturing into wellness sector by launching their own fitness institutes or academies. “I want to teach and show ...

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The Body Shop introduces peppy Spring Summer 2015 make-up collection

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

Spruce up your quirky summer look with The Body Shop’s Spring Summer make-up pallet known as Smoky Poppy collection. Infused with the extract of oil-rich hand-picked poppy flowers from the Ankara region of Turkey, the products contain a heavy dose of moisture that makes the skin look supple, fresh and glowing. The Smoky Poppy collection ...

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Max Healthcare to take 76% stake in Delhi-based Pushpanjali Crosslay Hospital

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

In a fresh business move, Max Healthcare has announced to acquire a controlling stake of 76 per cent in Delhi-based Pushpanjali Crosslay Hospital (PCH) through a combination of fresh investment and acquisition of shares from existing promoters for the aggregate sum of Rs 287 Cr. Operational since 2010, the 340-bedded Pushpanjali Crosslay hospital, which ...

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Urbane architecture and visual dynamics of Spa Alila in Goa

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 4 min read

A perfect spa is not only defined by its therapies, products, therapists and the locality, however, it’s the interior of the spa, its design and architecture that adds value to its overall quality standards. Walking through the serene aisle of Spa Alila, one can start immersing into the pool of luxe tranquillity. Spread in an ...

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Ananda in Himalayas joins hand with SUMAYA fitness to offer bespoke fitness program

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

After gaining limelight for its holistic wellness approach, Ananda in Himalayas has forayed into fitness industry by collaborating with Delhi-based SUMAYA, to recast its wellness offerings with an enhanced focus on fitness. Brainchild of renowned fitness expert Sumaya Dalmia, SUMAYA’s core focus is personal training that fits well with Ananda’s philosophy of personalized holistic wellness. ...

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ePsyClinic introduces online mental wellness consultation services

Opportunity India Desk Sep 29, 2017 - 2 min read

After selecting apparels and shoes, grocery, fixing online salons and spa booking and much more, now cure psychological issues online. ePsyClinic.com, an online platform has come up with an exclusive concept of providing mental and emotional wellness to people via world-class therapies,psychiatric treatments and counselling services. The digital platform offers consultation for all kinds ...

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