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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
'Not in it to enrich ourselves, we are in it to enrich both peoples': NZ FM on FTA negotiations
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads New Delhi: Describing the negotiations on a comprehensive free trade agreement a "breakthrough" in India-New Zealand economic relationship, Foreign Minister Winston Peters on Friday said "we are not in it to enrich ourselves, we are in it to enrich both peoples".In an interactive session after delivering an address at an event here, Peters also elaborated on the trade talks, and said he "understands the concern" of the dairy industry in India."We have started off, and this conversation is going on with real meaning now," he said."We know that there is going to be certain areas.., barriers of concern. I understand, for example, the concern of the dairy industry in India," the foreign minister March 2025, New Zealand and India announced the launch of negotiations towards a comprehensive free trade agreement."India is one of the largest and fastest growing economies in the world. It represents significant opportunities for trade, and is a priority relationship for the New Zealand Government ," according to the website of the New Zealand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and negotiation towards a comprehensive free trade agreement will "allow us to address both tariff and non-tariff barriers that impact our exporters looking to do business in India," it also the Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand, is currently on a visit to his address at the event hosted by think-tank Ananta, he also said, "since the foreign policy reset, we have made concrete strides"."We have launched negotiations on a comprehensive free trade agreement, a breakthrough in our economic relationship," Peters his address, he also said that despite India's economic scale, "it remains only our 12th largest partner in trade, accounting for just 1.5 per cent of our exports"."We are determined that we are going to work to change it," he he took part in the interaction hosted by the think-tank, during which he spoke about the negotiations towards a comprehensive FTA , the key products of New Zealand, both economically, as also its exotic destinations that attract huge number of tourists from various parts of the a query on dairy industry in the context of the negotiations, he said, "You need 35 per cent more food in the next 35 years, and our country, rather than being an opponent can be a serious help, to drive up your productivity in the dairy industry, to bring about better performance, better breeding, better outcomes, better production.""The more we look at India, we see opportunities everywhere, if we can get this across the line," he said."We are not in it to enrich ourselves, we are in it to enrich both peoples, we got a lot to offer in that sense, host of things, where New Zealand is good at."
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Business Standard
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Rs 16 cr villas, Paddle courts, cyrotherapy: Ananta by Avas now in Alibaug
Avas Wellness, known for its commitment to integrating wellness into luxury living, has just announced a premium residential development in Alibaug, Maharashtra. The project is set to launch in 2028, and is poised to redefine second-home living in Alibaug, Maharashtra. Project Overview Location: Alibaug, Maharashtra Development Size: 11-acre gated community Estimated Project Value: ₹450–500 crore Villa Sizes: 4- and 5-bedroom units ranging from 15,000 to 40,000 sq. ft. Price Point: Starting at ₹16 crore, with projected rates exceeding ₹40,000 per sq. ft Ananta's design is helmed by renowned Spanish architect Felipe González Jiménez de la Espada. The villas emphasize minimalist elegance, Vaastu-aligned master planning, and extensive landscaping, with nearly half of each plot dedicated to curated green zones. This approach ensures a living experience that harmonizes with nature and promotes well-being. "Scheduled for launch in 2028, this exclusive 11-acre gated community represents the next evolution of high-design, wellness-led living on India's western coast. Poised to deliver topline revenues in the range of Rs 450–500 crore, Ananta builds on Avas Wellness' established track record of marquee transactions and premium offerings, with prior homeowners including Virat Kohli, Adar Poonawalla, and Ram Kapoor," the company said in a statement. Envisioned as a modern tropical retreat, Ananta will feature a limited collection of 4- and 5-bedroom villas on plots ranging from 15,000 to 40,000 sq. ft., with prices expected to start from Rs 16 crore. "These offerings reflect Avas Wellness' continued commitment to integrating health, sport, and nature into every aspect of daily life," the company said in a release. 'With Ananta, we're setting the stage for what second-home communities will aspire to be in the future—architecturally elevated, wellness-integrated, and fundamentally human-centric,' said Aditya Kilachand, Founder & CEO of Avas Wellness. 'We're drawing on everything we've learned from our earlier projects and pushing the boundaries—both in terms of design and lifestyle infrastructure.' Spread across 1.5 acres, the facility will offer a restaurant, spa, yoga and pilates studios, and integrative therapy rooms. " Each villa is thoughtfully crafted to foster a deep connection with the environment, using raw textures, organic materials, and open-plan layouts that invite light and air to move freely. The result is a sanctuary that embodies balance, tranquility, and refined craftsmanship—offering an experience of elevated living where luxury is redefined through simplicity, serenity, and a seamless integration with nature," said lead architect Felipe González Jiménez de la Espada, Executive Director Studio Sukyf. Ananta positions itself as a high-end investment opportunity in Alibaug's evolving real estate market. With the region's increasing demand for luxury second homes and improved connectivity to Mumbai, properties like Ananta are attracting high-net-worth individuals seeking both exclusivity and wellness-integrated living. Often referred to as the Hamptons of Mumbai, Alibaug remains a top choice for HNIs, NRIs, and celebrities. Its proximity to Mumbai, exclusivity, and natural beauty make it ideal for second homes and luxury investments. Connectivity will be further enhanced by the newly constructed Mumbai Trans Harbour Bridge and the upcoming Rewas Karanja Bridge, reducing travel time between Mumbai and Alibaug to just 1 hour 10 minutes by 2026.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
AMC seizes 105 tins of suspicious cooking oil from Behrampura
Ahmedabad: On Friday, the health department of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) conducted a raid at the packaging unit of Milan Oils Pvt Ltd , located near Chandola Lake in the Behrampura area of the city. The health department collected samples of refined palm oil (Gujarat brand) and refined soybean oil (Ananta brand) from the packaged tins and sent them to a food laboratory for testing. Due to suspicions about the cooking oil, 105 tins, comprising 90 tins of refined palm oil (Gujarat brand) and 15 tins of refined soybean oil (Ananta brand), were seized. These tins will remain confiscated until the test results of the samples from these two brands are received. Additionally, between April 15 and 26, the department inspected 916 units across various areas of the city, issuing notices to 349 units for violations of regulations. They destroyed 529 kilograms of inedible food and 608 litres of inedible liquid. A total of 195 TPC tests were conducted. On April 16, an inspection at a vegetable chutney manufacturing unit in the Bapunagar area found unhygienic conditions, leading to the sealing of the facility. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo On the same day, a complaint was received about an insect found in a dish served to a customer at Shashwat Hospitality (TSF) on the Iskcon-Ambli Road in the Jodhpur area, prompting the sealing of the restaurant due to unhygienic conditions. From April 15 to 26, the health department conducted inspections in various areas of the city, collecting 163 food samples. These included 11 samples of milk products, 4 bakery product samples, 36 samples of gram flour sweets, 19 samples of mango juice and other beverages, 5 samples of cold drinks, 5 samples of cooking oil, 14 spice samples, and 69 samples of other food items, all sent to a food laboratory for testing. On Saturday, the health department announced the results of food samples taken from three different units in the city. The sample of malai paneer from Baba Deep Singh Restaurant on Naroda-Dehgam Road was declared unsafe. Meanwhile, the strawberry ice cream sample from Yashvi Beverages in Paldi and the refined palm oil sample from Milan Oil Depot in Jamalpur were declared substandard. While the health department conducts inspections in various units across Ahmedabad city, samples of packaged snacks are not taken. Additionally, samples of various well-known ice creams or branded cold drinks are not collected. Although the sale of branded ice creams and cold drinks increases during the summer, their samples are not regularly taken.
