Mithi Beri

Everything you need to know about Mithi Beri: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Mithi Beri: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Did witty Li score brownie points over India?

May 21, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Itanagar, May 21 (ANI) I had predicted that China has already won the trade war against India, given that Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has sought better access to Bangladesh and Myanmar markets through infrastructure development in India's North East, even as the two countries agreed to maintain peace on the border.

Did witty Li score brownie points over India?

May 21, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Itanagar, May 21 (ANI) I had predicted that China has already won the trade war against India, given that Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has sought better access to Bangladesh and Myanmar markets through infrastructure development in India's North East, even as the two countries agreed to maintain peace on the border.

Congress sweeps first Arunachal municipal polls

May 21, 2013 at 4:54 PM

Itanagar, May 21 (ANI): The ruling Congress party swept the maiden elections to the Itanagar and Pasighat municipal elections, whose results were announced after counting today.

Much ado about nose rings at Cannes

May 19, 2013 at 1:42 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Among things Indian that Bollywood actresses Vidya Balan and Sonam Kapoor flaunted at the ongoing 66th Cannes International Film Festival, their bespoke nose rings, the traditional 'nath', drew immense attention. Designers believe this could set a trend of sorts among youth.

Ritu Beri gives thumbs up to Vidya, Sonam's Cannes look

May 18, 2013 at 4:46 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Bollywood actress Vidya Balan and Sonam Kapoor may have received a mixed reaction for their red carpet appearances at the 66th Cannes International Film Festival but world renowned fashion designer Ritu Beri feels proud about their ensemble selections.

Woman constable booked for husband's suicide

May 8, 2013 at 8:00 PM

Gurgaon, May 8 (IANS) A woman constable of the Delhi Police was booked here for abetment of suicide of her engineer husband, who died when he jumped before a moving train, police said Wednesday.

Hooda's office in 'extension' mode (Haryana Newsletter)

April 13, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Chandigarh, April 13 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda's office is in an "extension" mode. Most of its senior functionaries have wrangled extensions in service to remain in the all-powerful setup.

Sought details on Indian couple in Britain: Khurshid

April 8, 2013 at 9:01 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid Monday said the government has sought more information on an Indian couple living in Britain whose child was reportedly taken away by British social service officials.

CM Tuki visits Arunachal's Mebo constituency, lauds their foodgrain-linked hard work

March 14, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Kiyit (East Siang District, Arunachal Pradesh), Mar.14 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Nabam Tuki today lauded the people of Mebo constituency in East Siang district for their hard work put into providing food grains to the region.

India has potential of almost a billion buyers: Ritu Beri (Interview)

March 3, 2013 at 12:59 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Changing patterns among consumers, for whom "wants" have become "necessities", denote good times for those offering fashion and luxury products, says designer Ritu Beri.

Aaradhya will decide her career: Abhishek Bachchan

March 3, 2013 at 12:19 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Actor Abhishek Bachchan says daughter Aaradhya will have the liberty to choose a career for herself and a parent's job is just to give "love, care and good education" to the child.

Ritu Beri calls on 'great dad' Abhishek for Baby Beri show

March 2, 2013 at 12:59 PM

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IANS) Popular fashion designer Ritu Beri has a special guest for her annual charity kids' fashion event - The Baby Beri Show. She has invited Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan, who, she believes, is not just an excellent actor, but a great father too.

Child found dead inside safety tank in Delhi

March 1, 2013 at 5:07 PM

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IANS) A three-year-old boy was found dead inside an open safety tank in the capital, police said Friday.

Himachal seeks rail links to industrial hub Baddi

February 18, 2013 at 6:16 PM

Shimla, Feb 18 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh has demanded setting up of new rail projects, especially in its industrial belt of Baddi-Barotiwala, besides expediting ongoing rail projects, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh said here Monday.

No working CM needed, Raja Saab hard at work (Himachal Pradesh Newsletter)

February 15, 2013 at 12:09 PM

Shimla, Feb 15 (IANS) After rumours swirled that the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh would appoint a "working" chief minister as 78-year-old incumbent Virabhadra Singh would go abroad for treatment, many ministers asserted that no such thing was planned.

ASSOCHAM Ladies League opens Hyderabad chapter

February 11, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 11 (IANS) Making its foray into south India, the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham) Ladies League (ALL), the women's wing of India's apex industry chamber, opened its Hyderabad chapter Monday.

Co-existence key to development of Arunachalees: Tuki

February 2, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Tezu, Feb 02 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Nabam Tuki has called upon the people to take full advantage of festivals by making relationships and intermingling for peaceful coexistence that would pave way for overall development in a congenial atmosphere.

Tuki reiterates commitment to develop interior areas of Arunachal

January 29, 2013 at 7:02 PM

Nyapin, Jan. 29 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Nabam Tuki today reiterated the commitment of his government to develop interior areas of the state at par with other progressive parts.

Arunachal CM appeals for keeping politics out of development initiatives

January 24, 2013 at 7:12 PM

Jamin (Arunachal Pradesh), Jan. 24 (ANI): Addressing a developmental meeting at Jamin, near Palin, in Kurung Kumey district today, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Nabam Tuki appealed to the people not to mix politics with development.

Tuki, Mithi vouch for early reopening of Stillwell Road

January 23, 2013 at 5:44 PM

Itanagar, Jan. 23 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh, the eastern most state of the country, being the best window to South East Asian nations, should be more accessible by reopening the historic Stillwell Road soon.

Delhi boy repents harassing girl, commits suicide

December 31, 2012 at 10:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) A 19-year-old boy who had allegedly harassed two girls on a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus committed suicide Monday, fearing public anger and ignominy.

Life beyond needle, thread: Designers explore new creative mediums (2012 in Retrospect)

December 27, 2012 at 1:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) From entering lifestyle space, writing books to becoming an entrepreneur, the year 2012 saw a bevy of designers like Rohit Bal, Suneet Varma and Ritu Berry exploring new creative mediums and adding value to their brands.

Ritu Beri calls herself 'first idiot' of Indian fashion

December 11, 2012 at 5:44 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) She went abroad to use her design sensibilities at a time when the Indian fashion industry was very niche. In the business for over two decades now, Ritu Beri calls herself "the first idiot" who got up and followed her dreams in the world of fashion.

Malini Ramani to make t-shirts for Unicef

December 11, 2012 at 5:20 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) Designer Malini Ramani is set to promote the use of safe-drinking water in remote villages across India by making an exclusive range of t-shirts in association with footwear and apparel brand Woodland and the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef).

Antony to visit Indonesia for three days

October 12, 2012 at 8:36 PM

New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Defence Minister A.K. Antony will embark on a three-day visit to Indonesia beginning on Monday to take part in the first ministerial-level biennial defence dialogue between the two countries.

Trinamool Congress, NCP MLAs join Congress in Arunachal

October 8, 2012 at 8:11 PM

Itanagar, Oct 8 (ANI): The Congress in Arunachal Pradesh swelled its strength from 46 to 55 on Monday with four Trinamool Congress (TMC) and five Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) legislators changing allegiance to the ruling party.

Two minors raped in 24 hours in Delhi

October 6, 2012 at 9:34 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Two eight-year-old girls were allegedly raped in two separate incidents here in the last 24 hours, police said Saturday evening. The accused involved in both the incidents have been arrested.

'Communal harmony is highest in Karnataka': Veerappa Moily

August 16, 2012 at 9:33 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (ANI): Union Corporate Affairs Minister Dr. M. Veerappa Moily on Thursday termed rumours of attack on northeastern people in Bangalore as extremely unfortunate, saying Karnataka is a secure place where people are highly cosmopolitan in nature and communal harmony is the highest in the country.

Standing ovation for Kallol, Pankaj and Nidhi at LFW finale

August 8, 2012 at 8:17 AM

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) The grand finale at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter Festive was a surprising affair as young designers Kallol Datta and husband-wife duo Pankaj and Nidhi receiveing a standing ovation from the audience and Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor walking the ramp for the young designers.

Ritu Beri showcases Marilyn Monroe inspired collection at LFW

August 6, 2012 at 4:25 PM

New Delhi, August 6 (ANI): Celebrated Indian designer Ritu Beri has revealed that her collection, which was showcased on runway at the 13th Lakme Fashion Week, was inspired by the "Marilyn Monroe of today".

My collection inspired by today's Marilyn Monroe: Ritu Beri

August 3, 2012 at 11:15 PM

Mumbai, Aug 3 (IANS) The "Marilyn Monroe of today" was the inspiration for designer Ritu Beri's collection showcased at the 13th Lakme Fashion Week which commenced Friday.

Beyond designing, Ritu Beri eyes lifestyle space

August 2, 2012 at 12:11 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) She is one of the rare names in the Indian fashion fraternity whose international presence and impact are wider than at home. Now designer Ritu Beri wants to spread her wings by opening lifestyle boutiques to cater to everyone's needs under one roof.

86 designers to showcase at LFW Winter fest

July 11, 2012 at 1:52 PM

Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) In its 13th year, Lakme Fashion Week has lined up 86 designers, including veterans Pallavi Jaikishan and Ritu Beri, from across the country.

Mukherjee seeks support in northeast

July 6, 2012 at 8:16 PM

Guwahati, July 6 (IANS) United Progressive Alliance (UPA) presidential candidate Pranab Mukherjee Friday sought the support of leaders of the Congress and other regional parties of the northeastern states for the July 19 election.

Indian MPs, US think tank discuss policy issues

July 6, 2012 at 7:04 PM

Washington, July 6 (IANS) A group of 11 visiting Indian MPs and a leading US think tank have discussed the need for focused policy initiatives to accelerate India's economic growth agenda and unleash the vibrant India-US relationship.

Indian MPs go to Yale to learn leadership issues

June 28, 2012 at 9:08 AM

Washington, June 28 (IANS) Eleven Indian parliamentarians from seven national and regional parties are here for interactions with senior US government officials and thought leaders as part of a leadership programme they are doing at Yale University.

New bridge in Jammu and Kashmir to enhance connectivity, patrolling

May 26, 2012 at 5:06 PM

Rajouri, May 26 (ANI): The new Beri Pattan bridge, connecting Nowshera and Rajouri, and aimed to facilitate military and civilian movement in areas along the Line of Control (LoC) was completed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and inaugurated on Friday.

Maharashtra gets ready to tackle monsoon

May 25, 2012 at 8:36 PM

Mumbai, May 25 (IANS) With monsoon likely to hit Mumbai and the rest of Maharashtra within 15 days, the government Friday moved into a state of high preparedness. The aim is to combat possible floods and disruptions due to the heavy rains, a government official said.

Mukut Mithi named APCC President

April 19, 2012 at 9:25 PM

Itanagar, Apr 19 (ANI): Rajya Sabha member Mukut Mithi was today chosen as the President of Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC).

Bangladesh observes 42nd Independence Day

March 26, 2012 at 8:13 PM

Dhaka, Mar.26 (ANI): Bangladesh on Monday observed its 42nd Independence Day, paying homage to its martyrs with several cultural programmes organised to commemorate the special day.

Vivek Oberoi, Leander Paes support fashion show dedicated to sex workers

February 19, 2012 at 7:48 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (ANI): Vivek Oberoi and tennis ace Leander Paes came out to support a special show to create awareness against human trafficking, at the ongoing Fashion Week in New Delhi.

Vivek Oberoi, Leander Paes support fashion show dedicated to sex workers

February 19, 2012 at 10:51 AM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (ANI): Vivek Oberoi and tennis ace Leander Paes came out to support a special show to create awareness against human trafficking, at the ongoing Fashion Week in New Delhi.

Indian rivers turning into drains: Report

January 5, 2012 at 1:25 PM

New Delhi, Jan 05(ANI): A recent report has suggested that most of the Indian rivers are in a bad state and most of them are turning into drains due to the mismanagement of country's sewage system.

SAI suspends coaches among others for supporting athletes in doping

July 7, 2011 at 9:09 PM

New Delhi, July 7 (ANI): In the wake of eight athletes failing dope test, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has decided to take action against the tainted coaches and other support staff, whose roles have been under scanner.

BJP blames Maharashtra CM for slow work on River Mithi cleanliness project

May 29, 2011 at 8:36 PM

Mumbai, May 29(ANI): Criticizing the tardy job done on the cleanliness project of River Mithi flowing through Mumbai, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Kirit Somaiya on Sunday blamed the Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan for the filthy state of the river.

Indian lawmaker says strategic Arunachal deserves Delhi sops

March 13, 2011 at 10:54 AM

New Delhi, Mar 13 (ANI): Rebuffing China's repeated claim on Arunachal Pradesh's territory, Indian lawmaker Takam Sanjoy said that the state is integral and inalienable part of the country, and has a strategic importance.

Ritu Beri, Pankaj Udhas to take part in Spirit of India in Oman event in Muscat

January 17, 2011 at 12:35 PM

Muscat, Jan.17 (ANI): Indian fashion designer Ritu Berry and popular ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas will take part in the Spirit of India in Oman event to celebrate double occasion of the 40th National Day of Oman and the Republic Day of India.

Ritu Beri, Pankaj Udhas to take part in Spirit of India in Oman event in Muscat

January 17, 2011 at 12:35 PM

Muscat, Jan.17 (ANI): Indian fashion designer Ritu Berry and popular ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas will take part in the Spirit of India in Oman event to celebrate double occasion of the 40th National Day of Oman and the Republic Day of India.

Sonia Gandhi appoints three drafting bodies for Burari AICC Plenary Session

December 10, 2010 at 5:28 PM

New Delhi, Dec.10 (ANI): The 83rd All India Congress Committee (AICC) plenary session to be held at Burari on December 18,19 and 20, is likely to come out with three declarations/resolutions - political, economic and foreign affairs.

Hizbul Commander kills fresh recruit for illicit relations with wife in Doda

September 9, 2010 at 9:22 PM

Marmat (Doda), Sep. 8 (ANI): A section commander of Hizbul Mujahedeen (HM) has killed a fresh recruit of the outfit at Beri Mandool in Marmat in upper reaches of Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir suspecting him for having illicit relations with his wife.

Indian Army likely to call off combing operation in J-K's Beri Rakh forest

July 19, 2010 at 9:35 PM

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir), July 19 (ANI): The top brass of the Jammu and Kashmir police on Monday said the Indian Army proposes to call off the combing operation following seven days of fierce encounter with the militants in the Beri Rakh forest range in Poonch district.

Arms and ammunitions recovered from militant hideout in Poonch

July 19, 2010 at 12:58 PM

Srinagar, July 19 (ANI): Arms, ammunition and medicines were recovered from a militant hideout in the Beri Rakh forest, following gun-battle between security forces and militants in Poonch District.

Militant killed in Poonch, gun battle continues

July 15, 2010 at 3:22 PM

Poonch, July 15 (ANI): A Lashkar-e-Toiba militant was killed in an encounter with the Army in Beri-Rakh forest in Mendhar area of Poonch district on Thursday.

Army Major killed, colonel injured in Poonch encounter

July 14, 2010 at 12:06 PM

Poonch (J-K), July 14 (ANI): An Army Major was killed and six other personnel including a Colonel were injured in a fierce encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch area last night.

Dalit families in Sindh a harrased lot

March 4, 2010 at 4:57 PM

Karachi, Mar.4 (ANI): Sudden increase in violent activities and abduction has forced several Dalit families in Sindh province's Tharparkar District to shift to safer places.

27 cuneiform tablets from 2500 BC unearthed in Syria

February 8, 2010 at 11:33 PM

Washington, Feb 8 (ANI): Archaeological expeditions working at North-eastern Syria have discovered several collective tombs and parts of seals with different shapes in addition to 27 cuneiform tablets dating back to 2500 BC.

Montek Ahluwalia predicts easing of food price inflation by next month

January 4, 2010 at 5:52 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (ANI): Planning Commission Deputy Chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia said on Monday that the current food inflation would be eased by the end of next month.

Folk singer Minu Bakshi launches her music album

December 17, 2009 at 3:43 PM

New Delhi, Dec 17 (ANI): Folk singer Minu Bakshi launched her music album at a glittering ceremony here on Wednesday (December 16).

Radio Pakistan sees India being behind terror attacks in Pakistan

November 11, 2009 at 2:45 PM

Abohar, Nov.11 (ANI): Despite having initially blamed the Talibans and Lashkar-e-Toiba for causing trouble across its country, Radio Pakistan in its recent Punjabi Darbar programme has blamed India for carrying out terrorist attacks in its territory.

Nainital hails the colourful autumn festival

November 6, 2009 at 8:54 PM

Nainital (Uttarakhand), Nov 6(ANI): To give the tourism sector a boost in the Uttarakhand's Kumaon region, the scenic Nainital city is hosting this year's edition of the annual autumn festival named 'Sharadutsav'.

Models attend fitting session ahead of Wills India Fashion Week

October 22, 2009 at 9:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 22(ANI): Top models participating in the Wills India Fashion Week (WIFW) Spring/Summer 2010 attended a fitting session on Thursday ahead of the event to be held in the national capital.

Poor monsoon lowered hydro electricity generation in HP

August 29, 2009 at 3:23 PM

Kullu (HP), Aug. 29 (ANI): Scanty rains have resulted in low hydro electricity generation in Himachal Pradesh this year.

Heavy rains continue to disrupt life in Mumbai

July 16, 2009 at 5:43 PM

Mumbai, July 15 (ANI): Mumbai and parts of its suburbs continued to receive heavy rainfall on Wednesday morning.

Senior citizens sashay down ramp in Delhi

May 15, 2009 at 4:03 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): The senior citizens walked down the ramp thematically called 'silver hair on the ramp' here on Thursday.

Case against 38 bogus voters in Delhi

May 11, 2009 at 11:24 PM

New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) For the first time in the history of democratic India, 38 voters have been identified and booked for casting votes at more than one booth in the national capital last week.

Seniors set the ramp on fire

May 2, 2009 at 9:42 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Sushila Sharma, 65, had a childhood dream of becoming a model. This didn't happen till she became a grandmother. On Saturday the elegant lady sashayed down the ramp with confidence and her children and grandchildren cheered for her.

BJP leader Vijay Goel's campaign goes online now

April 24, 2009 at 7:10 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) Taking a cue from his party's prime ministerial candidate L.K. Advani, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from New Delhi Vijay Goel Friday launched his own website to reach out to the nearly 400,000 netizens in his constituency.

Helicopters, not fiery speeches attract voters in Assam

March 29, 2009 at 1:51 PM

Dongkamokam (Assam), March 29 (IANS) It's not fiery speeches of politicians that is drawing a large number of people to attend election rallies in Assam's countryside, but choppers that have become the main attraction.

Dried leaves developed into art objects

March 28, 2009 at 10:04 AM

Bhopal, Mar 28 (ANI): Dried leaves, which are otherwise considered waste, are being transformed into eye-catching paintings by an artiste in Bhopal.

Glamour, women and vintage cars come together to rally for girl child

March 22, 2009 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) An all-women vintage car rally in the capital Sunday brought at least 75 classic and vintage automobiles to roll for the cause of the girl child from the Red Fort to the India Gate.

Akshay Kumar opens Ritu Beri's kids fashion show

February 3, 2009 at 10:06 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (ANI): Bollywood star Akshay Kumar launched the 'Baby Beri' show which showcased fashion designer Ritu Beri's kids collection in New Delhi on Sunday evening.

Fashion fraternity too scared to party this year

December 23, 2008 at 9:30 AM

New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) The fashion fraternity may be known for its late night parties, but in the shadow of the Mumbai terror attack, it is still unsure about New Year Eve plans. Most designers and models are planning a quiet celebration with family and friends.

PM reviews Maharashtra Security Systems

December 12, 2008 at 10:21 PM

New Delhi, Dec. 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has asked Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan, who called on him here today, to take all steps to restore the people''''s faith in the law and order machinery.

PM reviews Maharashtra Security Systems

December 12, 2008 at 9:00 PM

New Delhi, Dec. 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has asked Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan, who called on him here today to take all steps to restore the people's faith in the law and order machinery.

Restore people's faith in law and order, PM tells Chavan

December 12, 2008 at 8:10 PM

New Delhi, Dec 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmmohan Singh Friday asked Maharashtra's new chief minister Ashok Chavan to immediately take all steps to restore the people's faith in the law and order machinery in the wake of the terror attacks in Mumbai that left over 170 people dead.

Soldier killed by suspected militants in Kashmir

November 17, 2008 at 10:53 AM

Jammu, Nov 17 (IANS) A soldier was killed by suspected militants Monday and two army personnel have gone missing in a mountainous forest area of Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said.

NRI socialite raises 100,000 pounds for street children

November 11, 2008 at 2:50 PM

London, Nov 11 (IANS) An Indian-origin socialite has raised more than 100,000 pounds for street children in India and other countries after holding a gala charity ball in London in the midst of a financial crisis.

Peace returning to violence-hit Assam districts: Ahmed

October 12, 2008 at 6:12 PM

Mangaldoi (Assam), Oct 12 (IANS) Shakeel Ahmed, union minister of state for home, Sunday said peace was fast returning to the violence-torn Assam districts although a sense of fear and insecurity still prevails after ethnic clashes last week killed 55 people and displaced over 200,000.

Assam to seek CBI probe into ethnic clashes

October 11, 2008 at 7:58 PM

Guwahati, Oct 12 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi Saturday sought a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the ethnic clashes in the state last week in which 55 people were killed and more than 200,000 were displaced.

18 years on, fashion diva Ritu Beri opens first boutique in India

October 6, 2008 at 8:32 PM

New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Fashion diva Ritu Beri has boutiques in France and Germany but it took her 18 long years to open her first outlet in India that promises to be a one-stop-shop for shopaholic women.

Ace designers set ramp afire during a Bridal show in Delhi

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New Delhi, Oct 5 (ANI): Designers combine historic opulence and contemporary chic to dazzle the fashion glitterati with their bridal collection at the Bridal Asia event here on Saturday.

18 years on, fashion diva Ritu Beri opens first boutique in India

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Fashion diva Ritu Beri has boutiques in France and Germany but it took her 18 long years to open her first outlet in India that promises to be a one-stop-shop for shopaholic women.