Archive: November 26, 2022

Business

Vi offers the best range of IR packs to Football fans travelling to Qatar for the World Cup

Nov 26, 2022 by Praveen 0 Comments

Bangalore, 26th November 2022: Football fever has gripped the world and the nation! With the World Cup kicked off in Qatar, many Indians are traveling to the country to experience the live football action. Travelers are expected to stay for an average of 7 days in the country to watch the matches and travel around the country.

For all such travelers from India, Vi is the only telecom brand offering the best and widest range of International Roaming (IR) packs starting from 7 Day to 28 Days validity giving its users a wide bouquet to choose from depending on the length of their stay in Qatar. It is also the only operator to offer IR pack with 7 days validity enabling its users, optimum choice and value for money.     

The huge data bundled with the Vi IR pack allows users to roam freely and use more data during matches to stream live and post on social media.

Details of Vi IR packs to Qatar are below:

Vi IR Packs to Qatar
Rental Data Outgoing Local & to India Outgoing to
Rest of World		 Incoming Calls SMS Validity in Days
Rs 2999 2 GB* 200 Min* Rs 35 / min FREE 25 sms* 7
Rs 3999 3 GB* 300 Min* Rs 35 / min FREE 50 sms* 10
Rs 4499 5 GB* 500 Min* Rs 35 / min FREE 100 sms* 14
Rs 5999 5 GB* 500 Min* Rs 35 / min FREE 100 sms* 28
Business

BPCL recycles 250 MT waste plastic to build 27,000 SQM road

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

Mumbai, November 26, 2022: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a ‘Maharatna’ and a Fortune Global 500 Company, Oil Marketing Companies, has today announced that they have recycled 250 MT waste plastic to build 27,000 SQM road using the novel Waste Plastic Road (WPR) Process developed by its Corporate Research & Development Centre (CRDC). This initiative is one of the milestones to reduce any adverse impact on the environment and prevent its entry into the food chain.

In addition, this initiative is expected to help the organization meet their “Net Zero” emission targets & also help in making the “Swachh Bharat Mission” a grand success.

BPCL firmly believes that the scale up of this initiative, across the nation’s road-building infrastructure mission, will not only address the issue of waste plastic management but also further reduce GHG emissions and boosts the Circular Economy.

To take this initiative forward, BPCL has recently ventured into using the WPR process of road making in one of its new Fuel Station, at Patan Sai near Mumbai, Maharashtra with scale-up in near future.

Depending on the site conditions, approx. 50,000 Kg of waste plastic/km is utilized for a 6-meter-wide road.  By usage of WPR process, BPCL has developed road stretches across six states covering an area of about 27,032 SQM by utilization of 250 MT of mixed waste plastic. As per the Life Cycle Assessment of Plastic packaging products conducted by CPCB, around 3 MT of GHG emission reduction is achieved by the diversion of 1 MT of plastic waste going for incineration.

The key feature of this process is that no segregation amongst different types of Plastic waste is required which leads to reduction of labour engagement and reduces health issues due to manual plastic waste segregation.

gaming

Team India dominates Bangladesh 82-0 to qualify for the Asia Rugby Division 3 Playoffs!

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

Kolkata, 26 November 2022: Indian National Men’s Rugby Team beat Bangladesh in the final match of the Asia Rugby Division 3 – South Region tournament played at the Rabindra Sarobar stadium, Kolkata with a score of 82-0 today.

“The government of West Bengal would be delighted to host the next Asia Rugby Playoffs tournament which will be held soon and is happy to have hosted this tournament and welcome Nepal and Bangladesh to our wonderful state. We also hope that this tournament has inspired youth athletes all around the state to take up the sport.” Said Mr. Aroop Biswas, Hon’ble Minister in Charge, Department of Youth Services and Sports, Government of West Bengal.

‘’It is in the ethos of Rugby that if you want to move forward, you have to move forward as a team. There are many members of the team that we have to thank for the great success of the Asian Rugby Championships Division 3 South. The West Bengal government for all the cooperation and affection, the staff of the Rabindra Sarobar complex for a marvellous tournament and excellent facilities, the CCFC club for all their help in conducting the tournament, the Bengal Olympic Association for their support and belief in Rugby in Bengal and finally to Bangladesh and Nepal Rugby for coming across and putting up such a spirited show. We extend our warmest hand in friendship and would be happy to offer any assistance to further the sport in this region. Finally, we would like to thank Asia Rugby for giving us this opportunity by awarding this tournament to India, we hope that we can have many more opportunities as such to host such tournaments in other parts of the country under the Asia Rugby umbrella.” Said Mr. Rahul Bose, President, of Rugby India at the closing ceremony of the tournament.

Led by Prince Khatri, the Indian men’s team continued their domination against Bangladesh in the final game of Division 3 – South Region tournament. Having started strong against Nepal, they continued their performance against Bangladesh as they won their spot at the Asian Rugby Championship Division 3 playoffs through which one team will get promoted to Division 2. The playoffs will feature teams such as Kazakhstan and Iran depending on their respective regional qualifications.

“Firstly, I am grateful for the team. There were plenty of new faces, debutants, and a lot of young boys in the squad. This was a milestone that is like a starting point for us to play here at home after three long years. This will just give us momentum to move forward. We are very fortunate to have this group of young lads along with us in the coming competitions. It was another feeling altogether playing at home.” Said Prince Khatri, Captain, the Indian Rugby team.

The trophy was presented to the Indian team by Mr. Qais Abdulla Al Dhalai, President, Asia Rugby, in the presence of Mr. Rahul Bose, President, of Rugby India, Honorable Sports Minister for West Bengal, Mr. Aroop Biswas, along with Mr. Gerald Prabhu, Honorary Secretary, IRFU. Qualifying for the playoffs is the first step in the roadmap of Rugby India for promotion to higher divisions to enable India to compete with the best teams in Asia.

 The Indian Rugby Football Union (IRFU) is the sole governing body for the sport of Rugby in India. The IRFU, responsible for the growth and development of the sport of Rugby across the country, is recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Govt. of India and is a full member of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), Asian Rugby Football Union (ARFU) & World Rugby.

Business

Oxane Partners recognized as a Category Winner and ‘Rising Star’ in 2023 Chartis RiskTech100®

Nov 26, 2022 by Mansi Praharaj 0 Comments

London/New York/New Delhi: November 26, 2022 – Oxane Partners (“Oxane”), a leading technology-driven solutions provider to private markets, announced that it has been recognized by Chartis Research (“Chartis”) as a ‘Rising Star’ in its 2023 RiskTech100® report, a globally recognized independent study of the world’s major providers of risk and compliance technology.

The ‘Rising Star’ award recognizes up-and-coming solution providers in the risk and compliance technology space in global financial markets, that in the opinion of Chartis’ seasoned research analysts are the companies to watch out for. In addition, Oxane also won the Innovation: Private Credit Operations and Technology award.

The double recognition, as a ‘Rising Star’ of the year 2023 and innovator in private credit operations and technology, is an outcome of Oxane’s consistent focus on providing innovative, and scalable solutions to its global clients.

“We are excited to be recognized as a ‘Rising Star’ winner in Chartis 2023 RiskTech100® report. It demonstrates the growing acceptance of our solutions, steeped in pioneering technology and deep domain expertise in the global private markets,” said Kanav Kalia, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Oxane Partners. 

He further added, “These independent recognitions are a strong validation of the impact our solutions are creating for our clients and the industry as a whole, and they further encourage us to continue on our mission of simplifying, digitalizing, and transforming private markets.” 

The Chartis RiskTech100® 2023 report highlights Oxane’s portfolio management and risk monitoring platform ‘Oxane Panorama’ which has quickly become the go-to portfolio management solution for private markets. The breadth of the solution with coverage for asset-backed lending, real assets, corporate credit, private ABS, and other alternatives in a single ecosystem makes it a compelling solution.

Business

Get set for the Black Friday Sale at Inorbit Vashi from Nov 25-27

Nov 26, 2022 by Neel Achary 0 Comments

Navi Mumbai (S.N) – The most awaited time of the year is here to make the holiday season all merrier at InorbitVashi! The mall’s Black Friday sale is set to go live from November 25 to 27, 2022 so get ready with your shopping lists to grab deals up to 50% off on 50+ brands!

Brands like Pepe jeans, Smart Bazaar, VIP, shoppers stop, AND GD, Soch, Smoor, and AureliBiba has upto 50% off. Pamper yourself before the holiday season starts with Bodhi Spa & Juice salon with upto50% off. Spend quality time with your friends at PopTates with All Day long happy hours till 27th November.

So, if you don’t want to miss some of the best deals in town, head to Inorbit mall this weekend!

Venue:

INORBIT VASHI. Inorbit Mall, Palm Beach Rd, Sector 30A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400703

Health

France and India Join Forces for Better Healthcare in Future

Nov 26, 2022 by Neel Achary 0 Comments

26th November 2022, Delhi – The Indo-French Healthcare Symposium 2022: together for tomorrow’s health” is taking place on 28th November 2022, in New Delhi at the Leela palace. This healthcare event is organised by Business France, in collaboration with the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the French Institute in India, French and Indian institutional partners and companies. Senior Government officials of France and India, H.E. Mme Anne-Claire Amprou – French Ambassador for Global Health and Dr. V.K.Paul, – Hon’ble Member of NITI Aayog, Government of India (Chief Guest) will be participating in the event.

The bilateral partnership in the healthcare sector has been spectacular during the pandemic with the exchange of medical support equipment. France aims to strengthening this cooperation furthermore. This symposium aims to strengthen the bilateral healthcare ecosystem, jointly innovate for the hospital of the future and better healthcare post-Covid. The objective is to develop new synergies in research, training, and trade in the medical and pharmaceutical fields between both countries or third ones. Moreover, it is a platform to discuss common challenges and opportunities in the healthcare sector.

H.E Emmanuel Lenain, Ambassador of France to India said “Through this symposium, I encourage both countries to extend this cooperation and jointly innovate for the hospital of the future and find effective and affordable solutions to healthcare challenges. France is a strong partner for the development of healthcare in India. We also invite Indian stakeholders to invest in France, as well as top-level talents, researchers, and medical students to come to France. There is strong potential for development in sub-sectors like pediatrics, geriatrics, diagnostics, medical tourism, innovative and portable medical devices, education, and training the new generation of doctors.”

Highlights of the event:

Panel discussions on the following topics:

  • Strategic Indo-French Alliances in Healthcare Sector
  • Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnologies
  • Hospital Care & Medical Devices
  • Intensifying Academic & Scientific Bilateral Cooperation in Healthcare

B2B meetings

The Indo French OneHealth network – a scientific workshop on state of the art and roadmap for future organized by the French Institute in India.

The event will witness the presence of members of the Indian and French authorities along with eminent medical experts and opinion leaders, to boost this dialogue on tomorrow’s healthcare systems. This would bring together all the public and private stakeholders of both countries, as well as innovative companies already present or interested in the growing Indian market.

A special delegation of French companies

Speakers from renowned institutions will be present at the event including Académie Nationale de Médicine, Proparco, CEFIPRA, AP-HP Sorbonne Université, ICMR, INSERM.

Moreover, a large delegation of French companies will be accompanied by Business France and IFCCI such as: Biosynex, Careprod Technologies, Life Medical Control, 2PS Projection Plasma Styteme, Vygon, Sanofi, Essilor, Genestore, Peters Surgical, Virbac.

Turnkey individual B2B will be arranged for the following French companies that are not yet established in India and looking for synergies:

BIOSYNEX – the European leader in rapid diagnostic tests (RDT). Located in Strasbourg (France) Biosynex develops, manufactures, and markets (in France and some 90+ countries) medical devices for screening, diagnosis and prevention. For more information: www.biosynex.com

CAREPROD Technologies – innovative automated solutions, tailored to operating rooms and videoconferencing. Careprod Technologies is dedicated to the integration of innovative video solutions in constrained environments for operating theaters and videoconferencing (Integration, recording, broadcasting, and production). For more information: www.careprod.com/en/technologies/

Life Medical Control – specialized in medical engineering and innovation of their flagship ambulatory EKG recorder – NEUROCOACH. It is a primary screening solution for stroke risks. Positioned in e-health, it provides expertise and know-how through an innovative, remote & easy to use HD ECG recorder and a method of physiological signal analysis, which makes it possible to identify the three different risk factors from one personalized and detailed report. For more information: www.lifemedicalcontrol.com/LMC_Expert/en/accueil-english/

2PS Projection Plasma Systeme S.A.- is a specialist in plasma projection on orthopedic implants (hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, etc) since 30 years and it has been ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified since 2003. For mor information: www.2psmedical.com

French Healthcare:

France is a leading player in healthcare worldwide and boasts considerable advantages. A healthcare system that is recognized among OECD nations for access to healthcare, known for its excellent training for healthcare professionals and recognized for their high level of expertise. France offers cutting-edge research and innovation in numerous healthcare fields, including medical devices, oncology, chronic and infectious diseases, digital health, the silver economy and more. The French healthcare ecosystem is not only innovative but dynamic with the inclusion of startups, SMEs and large corporations. It is one of the highest-performing pharmaceutical industries in the world.

Education

PrepInsta Witnessed Record Placement of 1.4 lac Students and Registers 600k Users for this Calendar Year

Nov 26, 2022 by Neel Achary 0 Comments

New Delhi, 26 November 2022: PrepInsta, India’s number one and most visited website for placement preparation and a rising Ed-tech brand, has witnessed a record placement of 1.4 lac students and has successfully registered close to 600,000 users for the ongoing calendar year. In comparison to the previous year’s figure of 300k, the number of enrolled users has increased by twofold.

During the 2021 placements drives, the average salary offer secured by 91000 PrepInsta students was 10 LPA or higher. This year’s average package offering has reached 9.8 LPA to 98000 students, demonstrating PrepInsta’s exceptional curricular and in-demand skill-based course offerings. Additionally, the Ed-tech startup’s year-on-year revenue growth increased fourfold, bringing the revenue figure close to 5 crores for 2021-22. As per the company statement Data Science, Competitive Coding, Python, AWS, and other placement-oriented courses were the most popular and sought-after courses that aided the company’s growth performance.

Speaking about the successful record of PrepInsta, Atulya Kaushik, Co-Founder and CEO of PrepInsta, said, “This year’s placement statistics demonstrate both quantitative and qualitative outcomes of PrepInsta’s value-added services developed exclusively for students looking for jobs. We were able to retain almost all previous recruiters while also onboarding new recruiting companies. I’d like to thank our recruiters for a prolific season and expect that they will continue to collaborate with us on Placements and other upskilling activities. I’d also like to congratulate our dynamic placement team, which reaches beyond our many trusted partners and recruiters both within and outside of India.”

PrepInsta’s unique OTT subscription model empowers students by providing access to more than 150 courses which increases the chances of students landing a high-paying job. As part of its unique placement initiative, PrepInsta also facilitates students with internship opportunities across multiple sectors. PrepInsta, for example, has collaborated with TCS to offer students TCS iON RIO remote internships. Through such internships, students have been able to gain much-needed industry skills and knowledge, putting them one step ahead in their disciplines.

Business

The Chambers Presents a Rendezvous with Chef Yves Mattagne

Nov 26, 2022 by Neel Achary 0 Comments

New Delhi, November 26, 2022: The Chambers is proud to have hosted Chef Yves Mattagne for an exclusive Rendezvous at Taj Mahal, New Delhi on 25 November 2022 at Albero – The Chambers restaurant.

As a part of its Rendezvous series, The Chambers, India’s very first exclusive business club, presented a Rendezvous with Chef Yves Mattagne and his Two-Starred Michelin restaurant La Villa Lorraine. The culinary soirees showcased his signature flavours paired with a handpicked selection of beverages. The culinary Rendezvous was also presented at The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai earlier this week (22 & 23 November 2022 at the Souk).

The epicurean celebration at Taj Mahal, New Delhi was a classic showcase of world-class cuisine amidst meaningful conversations and delightful interactions with the culinary maestro – Yves Mattagne, a highly acclaimed and awarded Chef who specialises in exquisite seafood presentations, contemporary world cuisine, and eclectic gastronomical experiences. Having recently received Two-Michelin Stars for his new restaurant, La Villa Lorraine – Chef Yves Mattagne was excited to showcase his extensive repertoire to a discerning audience.

The exquisitely curated menu features signature flavours such as Tiger Shrimp –melon, watermelon, cassis, chili pepper & lime; Flamed Hamachi – oyster, Granny Smith, cucumber, shio, wasabi; Scallops – nappa cabbage, coral, combava; Lamb – harissa, smoked eggplant; and delectable vegetarian creations such as Flamed Avocado – plankton, daikon, red shiso, cucumber; Green Asparagus –wild mushrooms, yellow wine sauce, caramelized onions; Smoked Eggplant; Guyot Pear –cardamom, red wine, macadamia.

Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Satyajeet Krishan, Area Director – New Delhi and General Manager – Taj Mahal, New Delhi, said, “Taj Mahal, New Delhi has been a preferred hospitality destination in the heart of the Capital for over four decades offering timeless experiences and warm service. After the resounding success of Chef Yves Mattagne’s culinary soirée earlier in the year and in our continued effort to bring innovative dining experiences to our guests, we were delighted to welcome back Chef Yves Mattagne and present a special Rendezvous where the Chef unraveled the culinary secrets of a contemporary world as he recreated the spirit of La Villa Lorraine for our guests.”

Commenting on his return to India, Chef Yves Mattagne said, “I am so pleased to be on this special tour to India and create exclusive dining experiences and make more wonderful memories at two of the iconic Hotels of IHCL – The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, and Taj Mahal, New Delhi.

My team and I feel very welcome and happy to have this culinary collaboration with The Chambers and showcase our signature flavours from La Villa Lorraine. We look forward to welcoming you to our restaurants in Belgium too. If last time was memorable – this time will be unforgettable!”

About Chef Yves Mattagne:

Yves Mattagne, born in 1963, started his career at a renowned international hospitality group in Brussels following his military service with the Belgian navy. He then moved on to their London Hotel in Gatwick where he became a chef for their gastronomic restaurant for 2 years. When he returned to Belgium, he assisted famous Belgian chef Michel Beyls at “l’Orangerie”. The next step in his gastronomic career was his 8-month training at “Le Divellec” in Paris, where he trained for the opening of the Sea Grill. Yves Mattagne took over in January 1990 and was awarded a 1st Michelin star in 1991, followed by the 2nd one in 1997. 2009 saw the launch of the Atelier Yves Mattagne – a cooking school and caterer based in Tour & Taxis – and 2010 was the year Yves became the owner of the Sea Grill. The Sea Grill kept its 2 stars until it closed its doors in December 2019, before the Chef relocated to the Villa Lorraine in Uccle. While the new and improved Villa Lorraine was being renovated, the Chef ran a pop-up restaurant – the Art Club – on the famous Place Royale, serving world cuisine ‘to share’ inspired by his travels abroad. In September 2019 Yves Mattagne launched the first Gaufres& Waffles, together with his son Sébastien, David Ghysels and Michael Chiche (Dinner in the Sky), offering authentic savoury and sweet Brussels waffles. In 2020, the Chef opened the new Villa Lorraine – a restaurant & lounge bar – a combination of fine casual and low dining. In 2022 – La Villa Lorraine was awarded Two Michelin stars in a glittering ceremony.

About Taj Mahal, New Delhi:

Taj Mahal, New Delhi, one of the most distinguished addresses in the national capital, is a tribute to timeless hospitality and legendary service. Central to the Hotel’s prominence is its grandeur, grace, and charm, blended effortlessly with contemporary comforts and amenities. The hotel complements the broad boulevards and leafy splendour of Delhi’s chief architect, Edwin Lutyens. With its proximity to the seat of government, cultural centers and iconic heritage wonders, Taj Mahal, New Delhi is one of the most preferred locations among patrons.

News

Arts AlUla announces new collaboration with The Andy Warhol Museum

Nov 26, 2022 by Neel Achary 0 Comments

FAME: Andy Warhol in AlUla
17 February – 16 May 2023
Maraya, AlUla

Arts AlUla announces new collaboration with The Andy Warhol Museum, bringing a major exhibition of works to an expanding roster of creative initiatives

Opening on 17 February 2023, as a highlight of the AlUla Moments calendar, Arts AlUla will present FAME: Andy Warhol in AlUla, an exhibition that celebrates one of the world’s most famous and recognisable artists’ personal fascination with fame and celebrity.

Liz, 1964, offset lithograph on paper, © The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.
Liz, 1964, offset lithograph on paper, © The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

Produced in collaboration with The Andy Warhol Museum – the internationally renowned American institution that holds the largest collection of the artist’s work and archive – FAME will bring together some of Warhol’s most iconic artworks in an exhibition curated especially for Maraya, the mirror-clad arts and cultural venue in the ancient desert city of AlUla, Saudi Arabia. FAME is part of the Arts AlUla festival which launched last year as AlUla’s flagship annual arts festival and runs from February 16 to February 28, 2023.

One of the oldest cities on the Arabian Peninsula, AlUla has been a place of artistic exchange for thousands of years, acting as a historic crossroads for successive civilisations. The region is being revived as a global destination for the arts through major collaborations with high-profile artists, curators, and institutions that will develop cross-cultural
connections and drive creative change across the country.

Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali, 1978, screen print on Strathmore Bristol paper, © The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

Nora Aldabal, Executive Director, Arts and Creative Industries for Arts AlUla says: “In homage to a heritage built by diverse cultural perspectives, Arts AlUla will present FAME: Andy Warhol in AlUla as part of a long-term vision of spectacular and multicultural arts initiatives. We aim to drive a new era of cultural exchange, including exhibitions that feature the most important regional and international artists from the mid-20th century to the resent day.”

FAME: Andy Warhol in AlUla is curated by Patrick Moore, Director of The Andy Warhol Museum, which is one of the four internationally venerated Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. The exhibition will feature Warhol’s paintings and prints of Hollywood stars, sporting legends, and musicians – including Elizabeth Taylor, Muhammad Ali and Dolly Parton among others – alongside filmed portraits described as “screen tests” of 60s counter-culture icons. The
installation will also include Andy Warhol-designed wallpaper and Warhol’s ground-breaking work, Silver Clouds. The artworks will be accompanied by rarely-seen archival photographs including Hollywood publicity photos and Polaroid portraits made in his studio and later utilised as source material for his paintings and prints.

The exhibition focuses on fame as a way of understanding Warhol as a person and the trajectory of his career. From his childhood in industrial Pittsburgh, Warhol gazed at Hollywood glamour and dreamed of escaping to be a part of that world. As Warhol achieved that dream, becoming one of the world’s most famous artists, he also came to understand that fame comes with many complications.

The concept of fame is alluring but also illusory, a reflection of our present-day experience of the world as human connections are transformed through new technologies and social media. Focusing in on the notion of celebrity, the exhibition draws a line between the artists’ reflections on society then, to contemporary culture, highlighting Warhol’s ongoing relevance to the next generation and new audiences.

The exhibition will be accompanied by a public program of talks and a series of workshops. Masterclasses in screen printing and design will also offer an opportunity for local audiences and visitors to learn about the artist and his practice.

Patrick Moore, director of The Andy Warhol Museum says: “We are delighted to be collaborating with Arts AlUla on this exhibition, bringing some of Warhol’s most vibrant and iconic works to this monumental landscape. FAME is intended to be an introduction to the aspect of Warhol that I believe is most fascinating to many young people, including Saudi youth, as Andy Warhol’s journey, which started as a child staring at the movie screen and collecting publicity stills, is becoming more common through the rise of social media. FAME is an opportunity to further extend Warhol’s legacy by reaching new audiences through the display but also the talks programme and screen-printing workshops that will run in parallel to the exhibition.”

Andy Warhol remains one of the world’s most famous and recognisable artists as a key figure within the pop culture movement that emerged in the 1960s – a period of significant change and transformation. The radical movement, driven by a pioneering generation of creatives, echoes the movement of change that is driving a blueprint for a new Saudi Arabia.

Investment into cultural programming and the development of iconic cultural assets are a central part of a paradigm shift across the country. For the first time in recent history, international visitors are being welcomed to explore destinations of rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes and warm hospitality, including AlUla, home to Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hegra, and a place of artistic practice and exchange going back millennia. The region is a historic crossroads and is now being revived as a global destination for the arts through major cultural projects such as Wadi AlFann, AlJadidah Arts District, international artist residencies, vocational and public programmes from Madrasat Addeera art and design centre, and more.

The Arts AlUla programme will nurture an evolving cultural vibrancy in the region, ensuring a legacy that compels and enriches generations to come.