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  • GBK honors Music's best at the AMA Luxury Gifting Lounge.

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Dec 6, 2019

    Beverly Hills, 25 November 2019- The 47th AMA- American Music Awards recently honored the best and brightest in the Music industry. Among the fanfare and festivities, nominees and performers and celebrities alike were treated to a luxurious Hollywood Style Gifting lounge at a private residence in Beverly Hills. GBK is a premiere special events company that is renowned for giving their clients maximum exposure with top Hollywood celebrities. But their events are so much more than just Celebrity...

  • Bo Derek and Djimon Hounsou Fight Serengeti Poachers in Beverly Hills at the WildAid Annual Gala

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Nov 20, 2019

    LOS ANGELES, Calif. – November 10, 2019 – Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel was host to the WildAid Annual fundraising Gala on November the 9th in Beverly hills. WildAid is a global conservation organization leading the fight to end the illegal wildlife trade. The Gala named “A Night in Africa,” had in it’s presence, Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o and CEO of Angermeyer Cruises, Fiddi Angermeyer who were honored as this year's Wildlife Champions for their partnership...

  • LAPD celebrates 150th Anniversary 2019 Jack Webb Awards Gala on September 27th 

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Oct 12, 2019

    The Los Angeles Police Museum rolled out the blue carpet on September 27, 2019, for the annual Jack Webb Awards –a prestigious event named in honor of the legendary director of the popular television shows, Dragnet and Adam-12. This event was to honor the 150th celebration of the Los Angeles Police Department, and their finest were honored for their role in making sure one of the greatest cities in the world is safe every day. Over 400 leaders, from business, law enforcement, political d...

  • DPA Honors the Emmy Award Nominees at its Dazzling Pre-Awards Gifting Suite

    Preity Upala|Oct 3, 2019

    Los Angeles, California- September 25h, 2019- For one of the most awaited award seasons of the year, the EMMY Awards, DPA was once again the sponsor for the 2019 Pre-Awards Gifting Suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products at the LUXE Sunset Boulevard Hotel in Westwood over the Emmy Awards Weekend. DPA, a leader in celebrity gifting was founded by Nathalie Dubois- Sissoko, whose vision was to show her...

  • EMMY nominees grace their presence at the GBK Celebrity Luxury Gifting Lounge 2019

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Oct 1, 2019

    Los Angeles, September 29th, 2019--The EMMY'S are the gold standard for the best talent in TV industry. In this most awaited award seasons of the year, the best and most glamorous comes out to celebrate and recognize the best in the industry. EMMY Luxury gifting lounges have long been an exciting part of the festivities and GBK media marketing brand has been a pioneer in the celebrity gifting experiences. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting...

  • Howdy Modi!! US President Donald J. Trump Welcomes Modi to Houston, Texas

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 27, 2019

    Sunday the 22nd of September is a historic day for the USA when a sitting US president was a guest in the largest gathering of a foreign head of state. Indian Prime minister Hon Narendra Modi spoke to the largest gathering in the US of over 50,000 in Houston, Texas on Sunday. In what is being described as an unprecedented gesture of solidarity, US President Donald Trump was present in Houston to share the stage with Indian Prime minister Narendra Modi during his mega rally. The gathering...

  • Bergman Luxury Lounge Sizzles Again for the 71st Emmy Awards

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 27, 2019

    The 71st Annual EMMY awards were held this year on September 22, 2019 at the Microsoft theatre in DTLA and were enjoyed by all. It's tinsletown's favorite time of the year and undoubtedly one of the most exciting things to look forward to are the gifting events. Once again the Bergman's Luxury Lounge and party was the premiere EMMY gifting event hosted on Thursday, the 19th September at the wonderful Weho based French restaurant FIG AND OLIVE. As every year, nominees, presenters and music...

  • LA Times' Annual Food and Wine Extravaganza, 'TASTE LA' A big success

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 14, 2019

    LOS ANGELES – August 30, 2019 – The Los Angeles Times held their annual TASTE LA gourmet Food and Wine festival at the lovely Paramount studios in LA over the past weekend. This year, the LA times bought together some of the finest restaurants and alcohol brands together less than one roof for guests to enjoy while it continue to raise funds for a great cause. Over the Labor Day weekend, guests enjoyed the very best of what LA has to offer and were the perfect way to cool off the heat! Gue...

  • As Pakistani PM says "we are on the brink of a Nuclear flashpoint," Indian PM Modi reassures Trump

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 6, 2019

    Narendra Modi gave us a handshake to remember during the G7 Summit that took place in Biarritz, France this weekend. Indian Prime Minister Narenda Modi had a meeting with President Donald Trump during the Summit to discuss bilateral trade and the US- Indian relationship. PM Modi was invited to the G7 as a special guest of French president Emmanuel Macron and certainly made his presence felt. He took the opportunity to clear up the air about the recent Kashmir issue. Kashmir has always been...

  • India: What Exactly is Article 370 and Why is the Whole World Talking About it?

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 25, 2019
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    1. Kashmir has always a part of India Kashmir is a legitimate and integral part of the Indian state. There was an Instrument of Accession signed on October 26th 1947, which merged the princely state of Kashmir into the Union of India right after partition. It is a part of Indian as any of the other states. Any claims made by adversaries that Kashmir is independent or not part of India is simply false. Pakistan has zero moral or legitimate claims on Kashmir. Even the UN resolution for plebiscite...

  • Long Beach Jazz festival to Bedazzle Crowds This Weekend at Rainbow Lagoon Park

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer

    This weekend, from the 9th to the 11th August, Long beach will host the 32nd Annual Long beach Jazz festival at Rainbow Lagoon Park, East shoreline drive in Long Beach. It will be featuring a great line-up from classic R&B to hot summer night jazz. It is said to be the only Southern California Jazz Festival staged on a gorgeous grassy knoll in a beautiful Lagoon setting. The Long Beach Jazz Festival features some of the top artists of the year and includes VIP seating in an incredible outdoor...

  • History has been Rewritten, as India Revokes Kashmir's Special Status

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 11, 2019

    A 72-year wait is over today. Prime minister Narendra Modi of India has reversed the political blunder committed by Jawaharlal Nehru with regards to the state of Kashmir. It is a day that will be remembered as the day history was rewritten. People will be talking this decision and the way it happened for decades to come. The Indian parliament has voted to integrate the state of Kashmir fully and finally with the rest of India. Something the county has been longing for 72 years but previous...

  • GBK Honors Sports' greatest at the 2019 ESPY Awards Celebrity Gifting Lounge

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 22, 2019

    The ESPY Awards are what the Oscars are to actors and filmmakers. The highest recognition of talent and performance in Sport. During the 2019 ESPY AWARD seasons of the year, GBK was once again the sponsor for the Celebrity Gifting suite. This year they teamed up with premiere brands from all around the world to gift the most innovative and unique gifts to the guests in attendance. GBK, which has long been a leader in Luxury lifestyle gift lounges and special events, specializing in...

  • In an Eternal City with Unlimited Food Opportunities, Hotel de la Ville has you covered

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 6, 2019

    Rome, Italy- 24 June, 2019: Last month saw the very anticipated unveiling of Europes' newest 5 star hotel, the Hotel de la Ville in top of the Spanish steps in the City of Love Rome, Italy. The launch was hugely successful and the hotel has been sold out for the next few months. I had the great pleasure of staying there for several days and enjoying all of what it has to offer, including it's incredible dining options. Rome is a city with unlimited food opportunities so it would take a lot for...

  • British-Italian Hotelier Sir Rocco Opens a Romantic, Sensational Roman Hotel

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 6, 2019

    Rome, Italy, June 24 2019- The famed Spanish steps in Rome, Italy was the home of the launch of the latest 5 star hotel in Europe. The Rocco Forte group has launched their latest addition, Hotel de la Ville on top of the famous Spanish steps in Rome on May 24th,2019. This has been a long- awaited unveiling and the hotel does not disappoint one bit. The unveiling was done in the perfect summer in the heat of tourism in possibly the best time of the year for such a grand opening. The confluence...

  • The Biggest sporting event in the world just took place over the weekend and it was a thriller!

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Jun 27, 2019

    Move over FIFA, Wimbledon, Basketball, American Football and the rest. The biggest sporting event in the world, which took place over the weekend, is none of these, but actually a Cricket match between India and Pakistan! And it's happening during the preliminary rounds of the Cricket World Cup in Manchester, United Kingdom on Sunday. And it beats all the rest! The FIFA World Cup Final last year between France and Croatia had roughly 1.5 billion viewers. Yet this standard, Round Robin match...

  • "Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism" Less Than the Debate of the Century Between Jordan Peterson and Slavoj Zizek

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Jun 7, 2019

    Touted as the "Debate of the century", the bout between Jordan Petersen and Slavoj Zizek was less than eventful. Termed "Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism", young minds gathered in Toronto to determine who could win over the audience with their wit and might. Regretfully, neither seemed to hit the mark. The fault lies in the topic itself. In essence, none of the speakers actually addressed the topic "Happiness". Neither Capitalism nor Marxism leads to happiness. Any spiritualist or philosopher...

  • DPA GIFTING SUITE BRINGS A TOUCH OF HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR DURING THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Jun 5, 2019

    For the most glamorous film festival in the world, the Cannes International Film festival, DPA was the host of a celebrity-gifting suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products. Held in the legendary Intercontinental Hotel, Cannes a watering hole for many a star, dubbed as "Palace of the stars", the Cannes Gifting Suite was attended by number of celebrities and PR influencers. This year's DPA suite was about...

  • 10 Reasons Why Narendra Modi Won the Indian Election, 2019

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|May 27, 2019

    Here are 10 reasons why the current prime minister of India, Narendra Modi will be sworn in for a second term as a result of his victory in the general elections of 2019: Modi Leadership- for the first time in 72 years, Indians are truly proud to be Indian. This is due to Modi's great standing as a global leader and India's ascent as a real force to reckon with. Vladimir Putin recently awarded him the highest national honor in Russia. Prior to that, he was also given national awards in South Kor...

  • If Modi is Re-elected India's PM, it can only be Good for Trump and the United States.

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|May 21, 2019

    With an Indian general election outcome looming in the horizon, the US must reflect on what this means for its relationship with India moving forward. The outcome of world's largest democratic exercise will have repercussions for the US. Whatever you may think of President Trump, it is apparent that he has a strategic ally and genuine counterpart in India. PM Modi and President Trump share a warm and genuine friendship and have mutual respect for each other. This is a far cry from the...

  • 'A Culinary Journey through Asia', Curated by Famed Chef and Restaurateur, Helene An

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|May 15, 2019

    April 29- Beverly Hills-The Beverly Wilshire Hotel was host to the UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation's signature event, Taste for a Cure held on Friday, April 26. This year's theme is 'A Culinary Journey through Asia', curated by famed chef and restaurateur, Helene An, of House of An and Crustacean Beverly Hills. Taste for a Cure unites the entertainment and epicurean communities and consistently ranks among the top ten culinary events in Southern California. This year's theme was "A...

  • Ten Reasons Why Modi Will Be Re-elected as Prime Minister of India

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|May 6, 2019

    Here are the 10 reasons why I think the current prime minister of India, Narendra Modi will win a second term and be victorious on May the 23rd, in the Lok Sabha elections. My prediction is that his party, the BJP will sweep the required majority in the parliament, 272 seats by itself and Modi will be sworn in again as the new Prime Minister of India: 1. Modi leadership For the first time in 72 years, Indians are truly proud to be Indian. This is due to Modi's great standing as a global leader a...

  • An Oasis in the desert- GBK's Luxury Lounge at the Coachella Music Festival

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Apr 25, 2019

    April 12th, Indian Wells-This Festival season, GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company hosted an exclusive celebrity Luxury lounge in honor of the 2019 Coachella Music Festival. Held at gorgeous resort in Indian Wells, The Miramonte Indian Wells Resort and Spa, this year the guests were treated to a lavish array of gifts and services. The guest list included Bands, Singers, DJ's and Performers from Coachella's 2019 lineup along with Top Actors and Influencers. GBK's...

  • Emirates Airline flight from Dubai to Los Angeles Takes 17 hours. What Does a $8000 airline seat feel like?

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 14, 2019

    At almost 17 hours, the Emirates Airlines flight from Dubai to Los Angeles on Airbus A380 is one of the longest flights in the world today. So I wanted to take the liberty of reviewing this Premiuim Emirates flight from DXB to LAX. The flight was on time and as soon as I was escorted to my seat, I was offered a glass of Champagne which I graciously accepted even at 9.00 is in the morning! Its just one of those things you do when traveling in style. The cabin crew then proceeded to hand out our...

  • Jay Leno, Jon Voight, and Israeli Model Esti Ginzburg Raise Money for Medical and Ambulance Charity

    Preity Upala, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 14, 2019

    Beverly Hills, CA- (March 1, 2019)- The stage was set. 1000 guests gathered at the Beverly Hilton to mark the 1st Annual United Hatzalah of Israel Gala. A historic achievement indeed to have so many guests, many from Israel, to get together to celebrate an amazing organizations' contribution to saving human lives. United Hatzalah is the largest, free, volunteer-based emergency medical services organization based in Jerusalem, Israel. Its mission is to provide immediate medical intervention...

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