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  As anticipation builds for the upcoming Print Summit 2025 , Amit Khurana, CEO of TechNova Imaging Systems, shared insights with Indian Printer & Publisher on the company’s continued support for the event and its vision for the printing and packaging industry. Print Summit, organized by BMPA, will take place at Tata Theatre at NCPA in Mumbai on 16 January. TechNova has been supporting the Print Summit since its inception. Reflecting on the association, Khurana said, "The Print Summit aligns perfectly with our mission to drive innovation and collaboration in the printing sector. It provides a platform for knowledge sharing, celebrating industry milestones, and fostering partnerships that shape the future. By partnering with the Print Summit, we aim to contribute to the growth and evolution of the industry that has been central to our purpose for over five decades.” With over five decades of industry leadership, TechNova views its involvement in the summit as an opportunity to...

 Delhi-based New Graphics Security Printer, a commercial printer providing brochures, business cards, and custom digital printed goods, is growing with Konica Minolta's AccurioPress C7090 . The digital press that was installed around 18 months ago has significantly upped the company's production and reduced downtime. The commercial printer, located in east Delhi’s Mayur Vihar, was founded 22 years ago — marking over two decades of steadfast presence in the printing industry. MK Sharma of New Graphics Security Printer told Indian Printer & Publisher that it grew from a small business to become a trusted name in the market, known for quality and innovation. "From those small beginnings, we have evolved with the changing times in the industry, adapting to technological change to stay one step ahead," he said. Sharma said the present facility houses the AccurioPress C7090 flagship model from Konica Minolta. “The machine is versatile, has power, and provides quality p...

  ‘Never judge a book by its cover,’ goes the popular English idiom. Contrary to this axiom, judging a book by its cover design is a guilty pleasure all self-confessed bibliophiles and book lovers have indulged in at some point or the other. Book covers have a way of calling out to us – begging us to pick up a book and leisurely leaf through its contents or sneak a glance at the blurb on the back. Whether it is a strategically placed color-blocked graphic design, seemingly innocent play with elements of typography, doodle renditions, captivating visual pictographs or illustrations that are aesthetically pleasing to the eye – book jackets command attention and how! An exceptional and eye-catching cover design is the subliminal force behind subtle book recall and its ensuing success, in most cases. A lot of innovation and creativity is happening, says Ravi Deecee, CEO of DC Books , adding the Kerala-based publisher has experimented with book covers. “We try to work with creative indi...

  The Canon imagePRESS V1000 has once again proven to be the printer of choice for enhancing overall volume, quality, and productivity, as demonstrated by the recent installations of two presses at Mumbai-based Shiv Graphic. The company is now efficiently running a Canon digital press as a key production machine at each of its two units, located in Lower Parel (W) in Mumbai and Sanpada in Navi Mumbai. The Lower Parel (W) unit of Shiv Graphic was incorporated in 2014 by three business partners – Ramesh Chamariya, Kalpesh Ravat, and Gaurav Ravat, who are at the helm of the company as directors. “When we started receiving increasing customer demands for graphic prints that stick out amid crowds, we explored machine options that could meet the requirement. Finally, we found the Canon imagePRESS V1000 as the right option,” says Ramesh Chamariya. “To meet the increasing demands for a higher volume of quality prints from our customers of diverse profiles, we unveiled our Sanpada unit in ...

  Delhi-based Paras Printers, a printer of stationery items, books, and commercial graphics and a user of Komori presses, has installed a brand-new Komori Lithrone G37. Paras Printers has so far invested in four Komori presses to improve its productivity. In 2012, Paras Printers invested in its first Komori press—an Enthrone 29. After an interval of three years, the company went for the same model with the same specifications. “We continuously invested in Komori presses because we were in need of speeding up deliveries as per our customers’ demands,” says Vijay Jain, proprietor of Paras Printers. Thereafter, Paras Printers got two more Komori machines, including a new Lithrone G37 in the early part of this year. “We keep expanding our machine portfolio to meet the increasing needs for short-run applications from our customers,” says Vijay, adding the Komori presses are ideal for the task. Vijay continues, “Komori presses currently running in our facility have fast turnaround times...

  BriBooks , the world’s largest book writing and publishing platform for students, has announced the launch of its newest venture, The BriBooks Times – a concise newspaper crafted entirely by the platform's top young authors. This innovative publication aims to empower young journalists as creators and inform readers with fresh perspectives, all while promoting a culture of learning and curiosity. At The BriBooks Times , young journalists follow a strict format to ensure clarity and impact: Title + What Happened + Why is it Important + Learn More (links)-all under 150 words! This concise approach ensures the content is engaging and easy to understand for readers of all ages. “The BriBooks Times is more than a newspaper; it’s a platform for young minds to share their voice and inspire a global audience,” said Ami Dror, founder of BriBooks. “It’s our gift to these young journalists-an opportunity to showcase their talent and make a difference in the world.” The newspaper features di...

  The India edition of NYAF 2024-25 is a national celebration of young talent, aiming to foster creativity, innovation, and literacy. With the general category's book-writing and publishing deadline set for 12th January 2025, NYAF expects participation from over 1 million budding authors and readers representing India’s top 10,000 schools. Celebrating young talent NYAF has announced the Top 10 authors in both the Jury Choice and Best-Seller categories in Pioneer League. Jury Choice Top 10 Chasing the Impossible by Reanna Sachdeva The Spooky Squad's Halloween by Riya Muthuvel Astrid's Galactic Gamble by Angelina Sharma Harvest of Hope by Challa Sai Saathvika Pikoo's Promise by Ovi Pravin Dongre The Stardust Market by Bhavya Sanjeev The Journey of Johnny by Jonathan Fernandes Combat Misery by Pragayadeep Jain Mystery of the Giant's Cave by Shanaya Modi The Forest of Doom by Prisha Jain Best-Seller Top 10 The Amazing Adventure by Rajveer Mehta Halloween On...

  The Indian E&M industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% to hit Rs 3,65,000 crore (US$ 19.2 b) outpacing the global rate of 4.6%, according to PwC India’s report ' Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2024–28: India perspective .'  When it comes to print advertising revenues, despite a global decline at a CAGR of -2.6%, India’s market is expected to grow at a rate of 3%, making it the 3rd largest print market in the world by 2028. Despite economic challenges and geopolitical tensions, global E&M revenues grew 5.5% year-on-year, from Rs 13,891,000 crore in 2022 to Rs 17,359,000 crore in 2023. Currently, the US leads the global E&M market by revenue, with China in second place and India at the ninth.  Manpreet Singh Ahuja, chief digital officer and TMT Leader at PwC India commented , “India’s entertainment & media sector is on the cusp of a major transformation. According to our Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2024-2028, key growth dri...

  Palestinian publisher and bookseller Samir Mansour has been awarded the IPA Prix Voltaire 2024 at an award ceremony of the 34th International Publishers Association Congress, during the book fair in Guadalajara. A special award went posthumously to Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina. The Guadalajara International Book Fair in Mexico’s second-largest city Guadalajara, is the most important annual cultural event in the Spanish-speaking world, and with more than 2,600 exhibitors and some 800,000 visitors, the largest book fair in the Americas. This year’s Prix Voltaire laureate, the Samir Mansour Bookshop for Printing and Publishing has been a critical part of the local community in Gaza, publishing the works of Palestinian authors and housing thousands of books in various languages. Destroyed in 2021 and rebuilt through community efforts, the bookshop has once again been hit by an Israeli airstrike. The bookshop has continued its efforts to bring books to Palestinian youth, v...

  Diversity and inclusion in the news media industry is the focus of the fifth annual Elevate Scholarship whose class of 50 media professionals was announced today by the International News Media Association (INMA) . Some 397 people applied for the Elevate Scholarship from 83 countries. The Elevate Scholarship program is designed to strengthen the future of the news business by embracing and elevating historically under-represented and disadvantaged groups in early- to mid-level positions at news media companies in all regions of the world. These groups include ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientations, religions, disabilities, access to higher education, and more. The scholarship recipients gain news industry business fundamentals that will propel their individual careers, with the bigger picture goal of infusing the industry with the talent it needs to face today’s challenging business landscape.  “INMA is proud to continue to champion the inclusion and growth of under...

  Seiko Epson Corporation has announced it has officially acquired Fiery, the print industry’s leading innovator of digital front ends (DFEs) and workflow software. With all necessary regulatory approvals completed, Fiery is now an official part of the Epson printing family. Several executives from Epson, including Epson CEO Yasunori Ogawa, visited Fiery HQ in Fremont, California to meet its employees, and speak about Epson’s spirit of innovation and vision for the print industry, Fiery announced on LinkedIn.  Ogawa highlighted Epson’s key driving philosophy – the idea of “efficient, precise, compact” (“sho sho sei” in Japanese) - and how “less is more,” an idea deeply in line with Epson’s commitment to preserving our precious natural resources and minimizing environmental impacts across all aspects of the business.  On 19 September 2024, Seiko Epson Corporation had resolved at a meeting of the Board of Directors to acquire all equity interests of Fiery and make it a su...

  Fujifilm India , a leading player in imaging technology, announced the installation of the 100th ApeosPro C650 machine at M Creation Photography in Vadapalani, Chennai. This significant milestone underscores Fujifilm’s commitment to empowering businesses, particularly small enterprises, with printing solutions designed to drive innovation and growth. Koji Wada, managing director of Fujifilm India, inaugurated the ApeosPro C650 machine, marking a significant step forward in the company’s mission to support business transformation. The ApeosPro C650/C750/C810, a trusted solution for photo printing and beyond, is celebrated for its exceptional versatility, reliability, and advanced features tailored to meet the evolving needs of businesses across industries. With optimized efficiency, the machine streamlines workflows ensures fast printing speeds, and minimizes downtime for maximum productivity. Wada said, “At Fujifilm India, we are committed to delivering innovative products and s...

  Shivam Saini has been crowned the winner of the annual BR Chowdhri Print Competition , earning the B.R. Chowdhri Gold Medal and a cash prize of ₹25,000, introduced by the Offset Printers’ Association (OPA). Twenty-eight participants showcased their talent at the contest out of which five finalists stood out. The annual BR Chowdhri Print Competition honors the brightest minds in printing and packaging. The event is a tribute to educator BR Chowdhri. Speaking on the occasion, chief guest Jaiveer Singh, president of IPAMA, said, “Shivam Saini and all the participants are not just students; they are the torchbearers of an industry that thrives on innovation and creativity. The future of printing in India looks brighter with such passionate young minds stepping forward. I invite all these budding professionals to join the Print Pack Exhibition 2025, where they can witness and learn from the best in the world.” Prof Tankeshwar Kumar, vice-chancellor of CUH, said, “This event is not jus...

  Komori India , a subsidiary of the Tokyo-headquartered Komori Corporation, celebrated its sixth anniversary in India this June. It reported 35 machine orders at drupa24 in Dusseldorf this May, including the dozen orders in the pipeline by the end of April 2024. Twenty-three fresh press orders were finalized during the printing and packaging show. While the Komori Group received orders for 150 machines during the show, one-fourth of the orders announced were from India, according to the new Komori India president, Jun Sudo. Indian Printer & Publisher interacted with Sudo during a visit to the Komori office in Faridabad in July. With a stint of more than 25 years at Komori, Sudo has experience in various capacities and geographies. According to him, Komori India entered the Indian market believing in in-depth market penetration and obtaining customers' trust. He said, “We want to be a part of the growth of the Indian printing industry and society. We want to promote our values ...

  The book printing industry is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the rapid adoption of inkjet technology. To shed light on the topic, Pallippuram Sajith, managing director of Impel Services (Bindwel - Stelda Group) highlighted the key factors fuelling this trend and Bindwel’s strategic role in supporting the industry’s evolution. Game changer The rise of digital platforms and e-commerce has shifted consumer expectations toward faster, customized printing options, fueling the demand for short-run (50-1000 copies) and micro-run (less than 50 copies) printing. This trend has become particularly relevant in India, where the print-on-demand market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.8% between 2023 and 2031. According to Sajith, the growing demand for inkjet technology in book printing stems from its cost-effectiveness, scalability, and ability to personalize content. “Inkjet printing minimizes setup costs, making it an economical choice for ...

  At the National Press Day celebrations organized by The Press Council of India on 16 November 2024, union information and broadcasting minister Ashwini Vaishnaw raised four key challenges in the news media landscape – fake news and disinformation; fair compensation for content creators; algorithmic bias; and, the impact of artificial intelligence on intellectual property rights. The minister stressed the need for fair compensation for traditional content creators to address the asymmetry in bargaining power between digital platforms and conventional media. At the same time, he called for accountability in digital media to combat fake news and safeguard democracy and the need to revisit the Safe Harbor provision amid the changing media landscape and India’s diverse cultural and social context. The Safe Harbor provision, which came into existence in the 1990s when the availability of digital media was limited to select users in universities and research institutes, provided immu...

  Delhi-based Harsh Graphics began as a traditional offset printer. As the company expanded and entered digital printing, it looked for a suitable machine and zeroed in on the Ricoh Pro C7500 digital color production press supplied and installed by Monotech Systems.  Sagar Bhati, proprietor of Harsh Graphics says, “My father Gyanender Bhati started the business in 1996 as an offset printer. We entered digital printing, encompassing diverse tasks and applications including labels, packaging graphics, etc. We maintain a portfolio of machines comprising flatbed printers for packaging graphics, auto-feeder plotters for labels, and others, including the newly installed Ricoh Pro C7500.” With years of expertise and constant upgrade of machine portfolio with the induction of new techniques, Harsh Graphics is a one-stop printing solution provider. Sagar says they provide a complete solution, right from graphic designing to final printing. With the motto ‘You name it, We print it’, th...

  Noida-based Poster N Frames, a sign and poster maker, has enhanced its printing portfolio with the installation of an AccurioPress C7090 from Konica Minolta. The company is planning to venture into commercial printing as an additional service with the installation of the digital press. Sakshi Jain, owner of the company established in 2019, told Indian Printer & Publisher that she started Poster N Frames with her husband Manish Jain, with the majority of the sales being done online. “Our printed products are for interior decoration. We provide posters and signage for homes and businesses alike with beautiful framing.                                                       [caption id="attachment_89538" align="alignnone" width="219"] The company's poster sample. Image Poster N Frames[/caption][caption id="attachment_89539" align="alignleft...

  The literary season is here and here's the update on all book fairs and literature festivals, which have taken place or set to take place in the next few months across the length and breadth of India.  Khushwant Singh Literature Festival The Khushwant Singh Literature Festival (KSLF) pays tribute to the ideas, values and vision of the acclaimed writer with focus on the literature from Punjab. The 13th edition of KSLF, which took place from 18 to 20 October 2024 in the hill station of Kasauli, had Resilience and Renewal as its theme. Imtiaz Ali, William Dalrymple, Probal Dasgupta, Anindyo Roy, Devdutt Pattanaik, and Arundhati Subramaniam are some of the well-known names who participated in this edition. Manorama Hortus The first edition of the three-day Manorama Hortus International Literary and Cultural Festival 2024 was organized by Malayala Manorama from 1 to 3 November at the Kozhikode beach in Kerala. Santa Monica and Jain University sponsored the event that brought toge...

  The Taiwanese ink manufacturer Sitech has been showing off its Self Curing Aqueous Pigment, or SCAP, ink at this year’s Japan Inkjet Technology Forum (JITF) . The main promise of this ink is that it can eliminate the need for costly drying systems, which can cut the price of a press as well as its running costs. And of course, eliminating the drying should also make for more compact print devices, which is always welcome. The SCAP ink works with absorbent materials such as paper and textiles, including cotton, nylon and polyester. In terms of paper, Jason Wu, CEO of Sitech, says that it’s more likely to be used where customers want to also print coated papers, which are less absorbent and so more challenging to dry with other types of ink than uncoated papers. It will work with some absorbent plastics, such as TPE which is used for some yoga mats, but is not suitable for plastic-based media such as flexible films. The drying process is in two stages, as Wu explains: “The droplets...