Publication- The Pioneer Dated: 8th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri launched a solidarity scarf as a tribute to womanhood at a recent do at

JW Marriott Hotel. By K Bhardwaj

Beautiful, wonderful and powerful…‖ that‘s how designer Ritu

Beri described a bunch of women gathered at the JW Marriott Hotel

on the eve of International Women‘s Day. The achievers raised the

toast to womanhood and spoke on the challenges and advantages. ―I

am happy and proud to be a woman. I am also blessed with a

daughter. I would have gone for a second child if I had not got a girl

at first,‖ said the designer. Beri also launched a scarf as her

solidarity for women. ―I extend my solidarity and support to all

women in this world. There are many who are equipped and

capable of doing things but there are women who don‘t have any

resource and are facing challenges. I believe in the strength and

power of an individual. This scarf is dedicated to all those selfless,

intelligent, brave and creative women who are contributing their bit

in shaping this world better,‖ she said.

Another firefighter present was Najma Heptulla who batted for the security of women. The

outspoken lady dedicated the evening to those who have been at the receiving end. ―I have three

daughters. As a parent, I also feel insecure at times. There is a major fear of security in this

country for women. I think we need to create more awareness,‖ she said. Political leader Alka

Lamba wants ‗beautiful women‘ to stage a ramp walk in Parliament. ―Our leaders believe that

short dresses tempt men to rape. So if we have beautiful women in ‗temple of democracy‘, it may

help in changing the mindset of the leaders,‖ she said. The discussion was followed by a lunch

hosted by Beri and ASSOCHAM Ladies League.

Publication- Times of India Dated: 07th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women's Day

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women's Day

Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special

'Women Solidarity Scarf' on the occasion of

International Women's Day, which falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM

Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott here Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a

visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood and strength among women of all ages of

all countries," Beri said in a statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women's Day

and show love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in

economic, political and social spheres," she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the

initiative and said that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally

"so that a billion women's voices can be amplified and heard across borders".

Publication- Samachar Post Dated: 08th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Publication- Hindustan Times Dated: 11th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Publication- Zee News Dated: 07th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Mumbai: Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special `Women Solidarity Scarf` on

the occasion of International Women`s Day, which falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by

ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW

Marriott here Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to

become a visible public symbol of self-

esteem, sisterhood and strength among

women of all ages of all countries," Beri said

in a statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the

celebration of International Women`s Day

and show love, respect and appreciation

towards women and their achievements in

economic, political and social spheres," she

added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson,

congratulated everyone associated with the

initiative and said that ALL will promote this

public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally "so that a billion women`s voices can be amplified and

heard across borders".

Publication- The Hindu Dated: 10th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri creates Women Solidarity Scarf

Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special ‘Women

Solidarity Scarf’ on the occasion of International

Women’s Day.

The scarf was jointly launched by ASSOCHAM Ladies

League (ALL) and JW Marriott in Mumbai.

“The Solidarity Scarf is a public symbol of self-esteem,

sisterhood and strength among women of all ages of all

countries,” Beri said in a statement.

“The scarf is launched to mark the celebration of

International Women’s Day and show love, respect and

appreciation towards women and their achievements in

economic, political and social spheres,” she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, said ALL would promote the scarf globally “so that a

billion women’s voices can be amplified and heard across borders”.

Publication- ChefatLarge Dated: 08th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

JW Marriott and Aerocity Celebrates Women's Day with Ritu Beri

JW MARRIOTT NEW DELHI AEROCITY

CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S

DAY WITH RITU BERI

JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity in association with

ASSOCHAM Ladies League celebrated an

afternoon of womanhood with the ever

fashionable Ritu Beri. Women’s Day signifies

celebrating strong, gorgeous women paying a tribute to the indomitable spirit of women across the globe.

With each passing year International Women’s Day grows from strength to strength and to mark this day Ritu

Beri along with Balan Paravantavida released a ‘Solidarity Scarf’ signifying self esteem, sisterhood and strength

of women in society.

The crème-de-la-crème of Delhi society were seen celebrating this lovely afternoon at the all day dining food

theatre, K3 hosted by Balan Paravantavida, General Manager, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity and Dr. Harbeen

Arora, Global Chairperson, ASSOCHAM Ladies League.

This gathering was organised to celebrate and inspire women’s achievements, the luncheon saw in attendance

Ritu Beri, Dr. Sheena Sharma, Anjum Chopra, Ramola Bachan, Tanisha Mohan, Latika Khaneja, Soni Agarwal,

Nazma Hepdulla, Sharon Lowen, Alka Lamba, Uma Gajapati Raju, Kitty Kalra, Priya Kakkar, Rohini Beri to

name a few.

About JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity

The JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity aims to emerge as New Delhi’s most stylish destination hotel offering

discerning international and domestic travellers the famed JW sophistication for the first time in Delhi. Styled with

elegant sophistication, the JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity has 523 luxurious rooms and suites, offering

superlative comfort and personalized service within a unique environment designed to reflect its location.

Situated in close proximity to the airport and Gurgaon, the fastest growing commercial hub, JW Marriott Hotel

New Delhi Aerocity offers one of the city’s grandest meeting and conference facilities with nearly 25,000 sq. ft. of

indoor banquet space including a 12,000 sq. ft. pillar-less ballroom with built-in state-of-the-art technology.

Publication- Femmstyle.com Dated: 11th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri "Women Solidarity Scarf" Launched

March 7, New Delhi: ASSOCHAM Ladies League and JW Marriott released the Women Solidarity

Scarf especially created and designed by famous international designer Ritu Beri here today. Dr. Harbeen

Arora, Global Chairperson, ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) congratulated JW Marriott and Ritu Beri

for their remarkable initiative and reassured that ALL through its 33 Chapters globally will promote this

public symbol of Solidarity Scarf so that a billion women's voices can be amplified and heard across

borders. While releasing the scarf, Ritu Beri said, "The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible

public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood, and strength among women of all ages of all country."

Balan Paravantavida, General Manager of JW Marriott New Delhi supporting this initiative on the

occasion of International Women's Day, said, "We are happy to support this initiative with Ritu Beri and

ASSOCHAM Ladies League as this is needed for restoring rightful place of women in society."

Eminent people of the city including Anjum Chopra, Priti Paul of Oxford Book Store, Suruchi Duggal,

CEO of International Luxury magazine, Le City deluxe were also present at the occasion. It is to be noted

that the Solidarity Scarf was launched to mark the celebration of International Women's Day and show

love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political, and social

spheres.

ASSOCHAM Ladies League

ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) is a premier all-women's chamber, backed by ASSOCHAM-India's

oldest & apex industry association, promoting the global leadership of women in economy and society.

ALL has a most unique vision of connecting women across the globe and nurturing the cause of women

in as many diverse ways as possible. The overarching aim of ALL is to create a worldwide web of

women to support and empower one another, beyond boundaries.

Presently, ALL has 32 Chapters in: Ahmedabad, Alabama, Boston, Bucharest, Casablanca, Chennai,

Chicago, Colombo, Delhi, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Kolkata, Ladakh, Los Angeles,

Ludhiana, Manila, Miami, Mumbai, New York, Noida, Ottawa, Paris, Port Louis, Raipur, Ranchi,

Shekhawati, Toronto, Uttarakhand, Vancouver, and Washington, D.C.

About ASSOCHAM

ASSOCHAM initiated its endeavor of value creation for Indian industry in 1920. Having in its fold more

than 350 Chambers and Trade Associations, it serves more than 0.4 million members from all over India.

It has witnessed upswings as well as upheavals of Indian Economy, and contributed significantly by

playing a catalytic role in shaping up the Trade, Commerce and Industrial environment of the country.

Today, ASSOCHAM has emerged as the fountainhead of Knowledge for Indian industry, which is all set

to redefine the dynamics of growth and development in the technology driven cyber age of 'Knowledge

Based Economy'.

Publication- India.com Dated: 07th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Women’s Day: Ritu Beri designs special

Women Solidarity Scarf

March 7: Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special ‘Women Solidarity Scarf’ on the occasion of International Women’s Day, which falls on Saturday, March 8. The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott here Friday.

“The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood and strength among women of all ages of all countries,” Beri said in a statement.

“The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women’s Day and show love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political and social spheres,” she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative and said that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally “so that a billion women’s voices can be amplified and heard across borders”.

Publication- News Reporter Dated: 7th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women's Day Mumbai, March 7 : Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special 'Women Solidarity Scarf' on

the occasion of International Women's Day, which falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott here

Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood

and strength among women of all ages of all countries," Beri said in a statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women's Day and show

love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political and

social spheres," she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative

and said that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally "so that a billion

women's voices can be amplified and heard across borders".

Publication- Bollywood Country Dated: 07th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women's Day

Mumbai, March 7: Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a

special 'Women Solidarity Scarf' on the occasion of International

Women's Day, which falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM Ladies League

(ALL) and JW Marriott here Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public

symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood and strength among women of

all ages of all countries," Beri said in a statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of

International Women's Day and show love, respect and

appreciation towards women and their achievements in

economic, political and social spheres," she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative and said that ALL

will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally "so that a billion women's voices can be amplified

and heard across borders".

Publication- Real Bollywood Dated: 07th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women's Day

Mumbai, March 7: Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special 'Women

Solidarity Scarf' on the occasion of International Women's Day, which falls

Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW

Marriott here Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-

esteem, sisterhood and strength among women of all ages of all countries," Beri said in a

statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women's Day and

show love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic,

political and social spheres," she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative

and said that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally "so that a billion

women's voices can be amplified and heard across borders".

Publication- Meri News Dated: 07th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri launches 'Women Solidarity Scarf'

Assocham (industry body) Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott jointly released the "Women

Solidarity Scarf" created and designed by famous international designer Ritu Beri on the occasion

of International Women's Day here today at New Delhi.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women's Day and show

love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political, and

social spheres," said Beri.

Balan Paravantavida, general manager of JW Marriott, New Delhi supporting this initiative on

the occasion of International Women's Day, said, "We are happy to support this initiative with

Ms Ritu Beri and ASSOCHAM Ladies League as this is needed for restoring rightful place of

women in society."

Eminent people of the city including Najma Heptullah, Bindu Kapoor, Yes Bank, Priti Paul of

Oxford Book Store, Suruchi Duggal, CEO of International Luxury magazine, Le City deluxe

were also present at the occasion.

Publication- Truthorlies.Tv Dated: 08th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women‘s Day

Mumbai, March 7 (IANS) — Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special ‗Women Solidarity Scarf‘

on the occasion of International Women‘s Day, which falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott here Friday.

―The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood and

strength among women of all ages of all countries,‖ Beri said in a statement.

―The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women‘s Day and show love,

respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political and social

spheres,‖ she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative and said

that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally ―so that a billion women‘s voices

can be amplified and heard across borders‖.

Publication- VancouverDesi Dated: 08th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women’s Day

Mumbai, March 7 (IANS) — Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special ‗Women Solidarity Scarf‘

on the occasion of International Women‘s Day, which falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott here Friday.

―The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood and

strength among women of all ages of all countries,‖ Beri said in a statement.

―The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women‘s Day and show love,

respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political and social

spheres,‖ she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative and said

that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally ―so that a billion women‘s voices

can be amplified and heard across borders‖.

Publication- Buzzintown Dated: 08th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

International Women's Day with Ritu Beri JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity in association with Assocham Ladies League celebrated an afternoon of

womanhood with the ever fashionable Ritu Beri. Women's Day signifies celebrating strong, gorgeous women

paying a tribute to the indomitable spirit of women across the globe. With each passing year International

Women's Day grows from strength to strength and to mark this day Ritu Beri along with Balan Paravantavida

released a 'Solidarity Scarf' signifying self esteem, sisterhood and strength of women in society. The creme-de-

la-creme of Delhi society were seen celebrating this lovely afternoon at the all day dining food theatre, K3 hosted

by Balan Paravantavida, General Manager, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity and Dr. Harbeen Arora, Global

Chairperson, Assocham Ladies League. This gathering was organised to celebrate and inspire women's

achievements, the luncheon saw in attendance Ritu Beri, Dr. Sheena Sharma, Anjum Chopra, Ramola Bachan,

Tanisha Mohan, Latika Khaneja, Soni Agarwal, Nazma Hepdulla, Sharon Lowen, Alka Lamba, Uma Gajapati

Raju, Kitty Kalra, Priya Kakkar, Rohini Beri to name a few.

Publication- Post Jagran Dated: 08th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf on Women's Day

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM

Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott on Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a

visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood and

strength among women of all ages of all countries,"

Beri said in a statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the

celebration of International Women's Day and show

love, respect and appreciation towards women and

their achievements in economic, political and social

spheres," she added.

Harbeen Arora, global chairperson of ALL, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative

and said that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally "so that a billion

women's voices can be amplified and heard across borders"

Publication- ETRetail.com Dated: 8th

March 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women's Day

Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a

special 'Women Solidarity Scarf' on the

occasion of International Women's Day, which

falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM

Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott here

Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a

visible public symbol of self-esteem,

sisterhood and strength among women of all

ages of all countries," Beri said in a statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the

celebration of International Women's Day and

show love, respect and appreciation towards

women and their achievements in economic,

political and social spheres," she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson,

congratulated everyone associated with the

initiative and said that ALL will promote this

public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally "so

that a billion women's voices can be amplified

and heard across borders".

Publication- NewKerala.com Dated: 08th

March, 2014

Edition:- Mumbai

Ritu Beri designs special scarf for Women's Day

Mumbai, March 7 : Fashion designer Ritu Beri has created a special 'Women

Solidarity Scarf' on the occasion of International Women's Day, which falls Saturday.

The scarf was jointly released by ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) and JW Marriott here Friday.

"The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood and strength among women of all ages of all countries," Beri said in a statement.

"The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International

Women's Day and show love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic, political and social spheres," she added.

Harbeen Arora, ALL global chairperson, congratulated everyone associated with the initiative and said that ALL will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf globally "so that a billion women's voices can be amplified and heard across borders".

Publication- KNN India Dated: 10th

March, 2014

Edition:- New Delhi

Solidarity scarf, self-defence workshop mark International Women's Day

New Delhi, Mar 8 (KNN) ASSOCHAM Ladies

League (ALL) and JW Marriott has released the

women solidarity scarf created by famous

international designer, Ritu Beri to celebrate

International Women's Day here.

―The aim of this Solidarity Scarf is to become a

visible public symbol of self-esteem, sisterhood, and

strength among women of all ages of all

country,‖ Beri said while releasing the scarf.

―The Solidarity Scarf is launched to mark the celebration of International Women‘s Day and

show love, respect and appreciation towards women and their achievements in economic,

political, and social spheres,‖ she added at the ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL) press

conference.

According to Global Chairperson, ASSOCHAM Ladies League (ALL), Harbeen Arora, all 33

chapters of ALL globally will promote this public symbol of Solidarity Scarf so that a billion

women‘s voices can be amplified and heard across borders.

―We are happy to support this initiative with Ritu Beri and ASSOCHAM Ladies League as

this is needed for restoring rightful place of women in society,‖ said General Manager of JW

Marriott New Delhi, Balan Paravantavida, in support of the initiative.

Meanwhile, HCL Technologies Ltd has organised a self-defence workshop to girls and

women. It is also going to announce shortly a skill training programme in the community as a

part of the International Women‘s month initiative.

―Seeing women safety as the need of the hour, HCL took an active decision in sponsoring

self-defense workshop for their security staff, housekeeping staff and women guards, to

train them to fight back and protect themselves when faced with dangerous situations. This

programme has helped them become aware of some of the most common threats,‖ a HCL

release said.

Moreover, various health camps and awareness trainings were given to the women in the

slums across India.

Meanwhile, President Pranab Mukherjee in his message on the occasion of International

Women‘s Day, thanked women for their invaluable contribution in the making of our great

nation.

―Women in India have attained greatness through the ages – in political, academic and

spiritual spheres. They enjoyed freedom and equal participation in public life in ancient

India,‖ he said.

Referring to ancient scriptures where women were revered, he quoted Swami Vivekananda.

―All nations have attained greatness by paying proper respect to women. That country and that

nation which does not respect women has never become great‖.

The principle of gender equality is also enshrined in the Indian Constitution, he said. Not only

does the Constitution grant equality to women, but also empowers the State to adopt measures

of positive discrimination in favour of women.

The President went on to say that empowerment of women must be regarded not only as an

effort towards gender equality but also a critical step for stimulating their full participation in

nation building.

―We as a society must work towards changing negative perceptions about women. Women

should be provided a safe, secure and congenial environment in which their talents can flower

and they can contribute their full share in the building of our nation,‖ he said.

―On this International Women‘s Day, let us resolve to redouble our efforts for the protection

and welfare of women. May the celebrations inculcate in every member of our society the

highest respect for women,‖ he concluded. (KNN/ES)