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The latest 2-in-1 laptop from Samsung is one of the lightest and most powerful laptops available

The latest 2-in-1 laptop from Samsung is one of the lightest and most powerful laptops available
The latest 2-in-1 laptop from Samsung is one of the lightest and most powerful laptops available

The Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 is an incredible device that combines extreme productivity and power in an ultra-thin package. The 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch versions of the 2-in-1 laptop are available. Both models have 16GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage, and they come in silver, graphite, and burgundy colours. The laptop is extremely light, weighing only about a kilogramme and measuring only 11.5 mm thick. Nonetheless, thanks to clever software and Samsung’s innovative technology, the slim frame delivers exceptional computing power.

Convenient yet efficient

People who need to work on the go will appreciate the Galaxy Book2 Pro 360. The device is extremely lightweight and portable, and it can turn completely around on its back (a full 360 degrees) to be used as a tablet or a laptop, depending on your needs.

Besides being designed for mobility, the laptop integrates thoughtful technology, such as a 12th Gen Core Intel processor, to make your work simpler and more productive. For those who aren’t aware, the 12th Gen Core Intel Processor is based on the Intel Evo platform, designed to provide ultra-thin laptops with the efficiency and power they need to meet the real-time multitasking needs of users. This is achieved by shifting power to where it’s needed the most through a hybrid architecture that assigns workload dynamically between performance cores and efficiency cores in the CPU.

Besides multitasking, the Intel Evo platform unlocks a plethora of features to upgrade the computing experience. There’s built-in intelligent collaboration to suppress background noise, lighting correction and Auto framing that keep you looking and sounding your best on video calls, irrespective of the app you use. You can continue working on other applications while taking video calls without your laptop hanging or slowing down.

The advanced chipset also maximises battery performance, which means you don’t need to juice up your laptop constantly despite heavy usage. You can go without a charge for up to a day, irrespective of multitasking and using several applications on your Galaxy Book2 Pro 360. When you do need to charge, the universal Fast Charger can get you to 40% in just 30 minutes – ensuring no unnecessary pauses in your work or travel plans. And, in case you’re worried about overheating, there’s an advanced cooling system to keep your system cool and running efficiently through heavy workloads.

For those who’re into gaming, Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 Pro doesn’t disappoint. It features Intel’s Iris Xe graphics and superfast LPDDR5 RAM, making it a heavy multi-tasker and a decent gaming computer.

The perfect companion for the new era of work

The past few years have seen a surge in work-from-anywhere culture. The Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 is designed to match this modern work style, empowering you with PC-like productivity on a lightweight, easy-to-port device.

The Samsung 2-in-1 laptop is ultra-thin, lightweight, and highly flexible, allowing you to work on the go while staying connected with family and friends with a single device. Whether you want to add a screen or connect your Android phone to your laptop, the Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 makes it simple. An S Pen can also be used to take notes, digitally sign documents, and doodle on your laptop.

For a better writing experience, the super AMOLED touch screen ensures a true-to-life display and ultra-low latency. You can also remove the keyboard entirely to turn your laptop into a tablet that can be used with your S Pen. Powerful, lightweight, and attractive – there’s not much more you can ask from a laptop than the Galaxy Book2 Pro 360. It is extremely lightweight and attractive, making it both a fashion statement and a functional device for working and staying connected.

If you like to work on the go and appreciate a device that reflects your style while remaining portable, the Galaxy Book2 360 Pro could be the device you’ve been looking for. So, check out the exciting offers and deals on samsung.com to welcome home the new way to PC.

AMITABH BACHCHAN CO-ANCHORS BANEGA SWASTH INDIA SEASON 9, A 12-HOUR LIVE TELETHON

AMITABH BACHCHAN CO-ANCHORS BANEGA SWASTH INDIA SEASON 9, A 12-HOUR LIVE TELETHON
AMITABH BACHCHAN CO-ANCHORS BANEGA SWASTH INDIA SEASON 9, A 12-HOUR LIVE TELETHON

 October , 2022: With an aim to making holistic good health for all Indians a common goal, India’s longest running and most credible social initiative for health is back for year 9. This campaign has been acknowledged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for its impact on public awareness on health and hygiene.

AMITABH BACHCHAN CO-ANCHORS BANEGA SWASTH INDIA SEASON 9, A 12-HOUR LIVE TELETHON
AMITABH BACHCHAN CO-ANCHORS BANEGA SWASTH INDIA SEASON 9, A 12-HOUR LIVE TELETHON

Debuting as Banega Swacch India 8 years ago, for promoting hygiene and cleanliness, the campaign transformed into Banega Swasth India, taking forward Gandhiji’s assertion that cleanliness and health are intertwined. Every year highlighted themes on good hygiene practices, clean environment and health, how a healthy India is a prosperous India and how no Indian must be left behind in the quest for good health. 

Season 9’s theme Lakshya Sampoorn Swasthya Ka, focuses on holistic good health for every Indian regardless and of their backgrounds. To build a future where every Indian has access to good health care and to improve average life expectancy to 80 years of age through innovation, technology, access to medical care and focused self-care. The 12-hour telethon attended by Ministers representing different states, experts from the WHO, innovators, doctors, artists and health care workers who function on the frontlines helping the most vulnerable people, focused on how we can achieve the goal of holistic health for all, setting the tone for the new year of the Campaign.

These conversations were interspersed with live performances by esteemed artists such as Mohit Chauhan, Kailash Kher, Palak Mucchal, Mika Singh, Vishal Mishra, Aastha Gill, Dharmesh Yelonde and Ganesh Acharya.

The event highlighted the need to prevent ill-health, and not just cure it. It stressed on the importance of good hygiene, analysed the impact of Climate change on health and examined how to better discuss the importance of adolescent sexual and reproductive health. Women’s health was also a focus, while introducing the audiences to the next big innovations in health tech.

This annual event and campaign has won multiple awards for being a force for bringing about social change and awareness.

Amitabh Bachchan, Campaign Ambassador, says, “A Swasth Bharat needs to be our lakshya…it’s the key to a prosperous future. Programs like Banega Swasth India work towards raising awareness about good health and hygiene, and this year, the spotlight is on the game-changers of health in the last 75 years. Health tech has advanced so much over the last few years – the fact that we’ve been able to make indigenous and affordable vaccines speaks volumes of the potential India has. Health care needs to be inclusive and accessible to every individual.”

Kris Licht, President Health & Global Chief Officer, Reckitt said, “Creating positive social impact which goes beyond our products and business is a natural extension of our purpose- to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner and healthier world.  We are certain that we will create a lasting impact in communities and, together with our partners, will contribute to delivering the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).”

Gaurav Jain, Senior Vice President, Reckitt – South Asia said, “The access to good health and hygiene should be a right of every individual. Our Goal is Good Health for All. This means that every Indian is able to live a healthy life. If we as individuals and communities focus on better physical and mental well-being, we will no doubt be able to achieve our ‘Lakshya- Sampoorn Swasthya Ka’.”

Ravi Bhatnagar, Director- External Affairs and Partnerships, Reckitt- South Asia said, “The Dettol Banega Swasth India platform not only gives us a chance to make a difference, but we also get to celebrate success stories that have truly been inspiring to audience across the globe. We believe in working on SDG 17 (Partnerships) and making sure we ‘Leave No One Behind’ through right Public, Private and Patient Mix to make every Indian live a healthy ‘Sahasra Poorna Chandrodayam’ (Living 1000 full moons).”

MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate

MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate
MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate

As we enter October, the festive mood sets in and watching some exciting shows tops all our lists. MX Player is geared up to fulfil all your entertainment needs and will keep you company with shows that will keep you wanting for more! Crowd-favourites, critically acclaimed and much anticipated international shows from all around the world dubbed in Hindi and other regional languages that it’s impossible to miss! Here’s a list of everything they’re bringing this October – 

MX VDesi Shows:

Love Story of Court Enemies – 1st October onwards

The Mandarin drama follows two sisters, Zhao Yu Xing and Qiu Qi, who were separated after being displaced by rebels that sought to kill them. The sisters have to navigate court politics and conspiracies as well as come to terms with their own heart. All 25 episodes of the series will now be available in Hindi exclusively from 1st October onwards.

MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate
MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate

Playful Kiss – 5th October onwards

Playful Kiss is a romantic comedy about a high school girl named Oh Ha Ni who moves into the home of her crush, Baek Seung Jo after her house is destroyed. The award-winning Korean drama follows their relationship through high school, college, and beyond. Will she be successful in winning Seung Jo’s heart? Tune in to this charming little drama, available in Hindi from 5th October onwards.

 

Once Again – 8th October onwards

“Once Again” is a Korean story of the eventful Song family who can’t get a day of peace and their neighbours in Yongju Market. Song Young Dal, a frugal father, and Jang Ok Boon, a pushy mother, have been married for a long time and are worried about the future of their four children – one of which is set to get married and two of which are divorcees. Partway through, enigmatic kimbap restaurateur Kang Cho enters the battle and establishes a location in the Yongju Market. How will the other characters be affected by her appearance? Watch the show to find out. The show will be available in Hindi on MX Player from 8th  October onwards.

 

Ni Chang – 12th October onwards

Set in the Ning dynasty, the story revolves around Xie Xiaoni, who aspires to become a business woman. After her family was framed and killed by the Su family, Xiao Ni vows to seek revenge for her family. She assumes the name of “Ni Chang” and enters the Yunjin Pavilion to learn embroidery skills. Over time with hard work, she managed to establish her position in the industry. Will the Su family find out her truth? To see what happens, catch the show, which will go live on 12th October. Originally in Mandarin, the show will be available in Hindi on MX Player

 

The Secret Life Of My Secretary – 15th October onwards

Min Ik, the Chief of Team 1 at T&T Mobile Media is a brilliant perfectionist with a heart of stone, who often relies on his fiery-tempered secretary, Jung Hee. She faithfully performs the chores that her abusive employer assigns her, but she is not afraid to express her opinions. What is the future of this hot and cold relationship? Watch all 16 episodes of the Korean drama to find out! Now also available in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali, Kannada and Malayalam, only on MX Player from 15th October.

 

The General’s Daughter – 19th October onwards

This Filipino show is based on a military nurse Rhian Bonifacio who is a 2nd Lieutenant in the Philippine Armed Forces. However, she has a secret: she was trained to be a spy in the army by her adoptive father, Tiago Guerrero, to revenge against their mortal enemy Marcial De Leon, a high-ranking general. Bound by love towards the family she grew up with, she finds herself amidst the feud of two families- her fake family and the real.  Watch ‘The General’s Daughter’ in Hindi from October 19 onwards.

 

Sky Castle – 22nd October onwards

A satirical series that closely looks at the materialistic desires of upper-class parents in South Korea and how they ruthlessly secure the successes of their families at the cost of destroying others’ lives. The drama revolves around the lives of housewives residing in a luxurious residential area called SKY Castle (a reference to the elite universities) in suburban Seoul, where wealthy doctors and professors live. The wives are determined to make their husbands more successful and to raise their children to be top students who will be accepted at the best universities, so they use every possible way to get that. Watch the story unfold over the course of 20 episodes from 22nd October onwards in Hindi. The series is one of the most popular and watched Korean dramas.

 

Hostages – 26th October onwards

In this Israeli crime thriller, Yael Danon, a renowned surgeon, is seen getting ready to operate on the Israeli president and is startled when a gang of four masked men kidnaps her family and gives her an ultimatum as she is told to assassinate him during the surgery in order to prevent the murder of her family. Everything goes awry the night before. Yael tries to save both the president and her family before it’s too late. Will she succeed? Tune in to find out what happens. All 22 episodes will be available in Hindi from 26th October onwards.

 

Watch these and more only on MX Player this October!

Empower women for better society: Dr Mohan Bhagwat

Empower women for better society: Dr Mohan Bhagwat
Empower women for better society: Dr Mohan Bhagwat
  • Dr Bhagwat laid emphasis on respecting and involving women in all sectors

Laying stress on empowering women along with men, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarasanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat said, unless women are granted equal status and opportunities, the nation would not develop. Strengthening women is responsibility of entire society and should begin from our own home.

Dr Bhagwat was speaking during the annual Shastra Pujan and Vijayadashami celebrations at RSS headquarters, Reshimbag, here on Wednesday. Padma Shri and renowned mountaineer Santosh Yadav was the guest of honour.

The trend of progress made by the nation in all the sectors is being accepted and appreciated globally. The indication of working towards self-reliance can be seen. The Indian society is being rejuvenated and the trend can be seen in various sectors including sports, education and economy. The route to the progress is not easy, unless entire society joins hand voluntarily. This is only possible with thinking of the nation first, irrespective of caste, creed, religion, sects and cooperation, Dr Bhagwat said.

The expected healthy and progressive society is possible with respectable equal opportunity and strength to women. The policy should be framed which is flexible and accepted by all. The hurdles in this path are internal and external.

The essence of Indian Sanatan Dharma is in wishing welfare of all and working for happiness of others. The mindset of our own people has to change. The forces from within and from outside are consistently making efforts to weaken our strengths by spreading divide based on religion and caste. The Sanatan Dharma accepts all irrespective of the faith, religion, language, caste, dressing pattern, food. Only the love for the global society and then environment is given utmost importance, Dr Bhagwat stated. “We must understand the motives of the divisive forces and reject them”, he added.

A large number of social organisations and the government is working towards welfare of the society. They can be successful only with the unbiased support of the society.

Touching upon various sectors Dr Bhagwat said education in mother tongue is being stressed under the National Education Policy. It is wrong that career can be built only by learning through English medium. The path of career is not English, but gaining knowledge and using it in consonance with our conscience for the betterment of the society. Better values can be inculcated by parents and teachers and other family members. These values are related to humanity and not materialistic gains for self.

Health is another sector, where demand for better health services is increasing. But maintaining physical and mental health of the society is more important. Heavy emphasis on materialistic gains is disturbing health of the society and resultantly economy of the nation.

Unless women play important role in education and health the society cannot be healthy, Dr Bhagwat said. Referring to population as a problem, Dr Bhagwat said uncontrolled population may pose danger, particularly on food security. But control should not create imbalance in the society.

The issue of discussion with Muslims by RSS functionary is not new. RSS believes in bringing together people from all walks of life. Discussion with Muslim leaders started when Golwalkar Guruji was the chief of RSS. Without understanding the efforts and manner in which RSS volunteers function, hate is propagated against it and the Hindu culture. “We expect that any wrong in the society should be condemned by the entire society, irrespective of religion, caste or region.

In bring about the desired change in the society, empowering women and involving them in all the sectors is essential, Dr Bhagwat said.

Santosh Yadav

Padma Shri Santosh Yadav, who is the only female mountaineer to scale the Everest twice is an environmentalist and a motivational speaker also laid emphasis on the Sanatan Sanskar, which speaks of equality for all. She spoke of positivity in thinking, inspirational talks, healthy thinking, love and affection for all, which is essence of Sanatan Sanskriti.

The biased and prejudiced approach can be shed away by knowing about RSS thoughts and functioning. Building a better Indian society, where everyone is respected, is responsibility of all of us, she added. This will ensure peaceful and healthy existence of the mother Earth and entire human society.

New Hindu temple in Dubai opens for devotees

New Hindu temple in Dubai opens for devotees | Our Nagpur
New Hindu temple in Dubai opens for devotees | Our Nagpur

The gates of newly constructed Hindi temple in Dubai will be formally opened on Tuesday, after formal rituals of Mahanavmi. The temple will be opened for public on Wednesday.

The huge Hindu temple in Jebel Ali’s Worshiop Village in Dubai will be open for people of all all faiths. Arrangement of booking through QR Code has been made, for effective control of the crowd of devotees. The new temple is an extension of the ancient Sindhi Guru Darbar in UAE.

The extension work began in February 2020. It has 16 Hindu God-Goddess idols and Shree Gurugranthn Sahib. The temple is constructed using white marble and has nicely decorated interior. The temple will remain open for devotees from 6.30 am to 8 pm, during which 1000 to 1200 people can easily visit it.

MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate

MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate
MX Player presents a huge festive bonanza with their October slate

As we enter October, the festive mood sets in and watching some exciting shows tops all our lists. MX Player is geared up to fulfil all your entertainment needs and will keep you company with shows that will keep you wanting for more! Crowd-favourites, critically acclaimed and much anticipated international shows from all around the world dubbed in Hindi and other regional languages that it’s impossible to miss! Here’s a list of everything they’re bringing this October –MX VDesi Shows: Love Story of Court Enemies – 1 st October onwards

The Mandarin drama follows two sisters, Zhao Yu Xing and Qiu Qi, who were separated after being displaced by rebels that sought to kill them. The sisters have to navigate court politics and conspiracies as well as come to terms with their own heart. All 25 episodes of the series will now be available in Hindi exclusively from 1 st October onwards.

Playful Kiss – 5 th October onwards Playful Kiss is a romantic comedy about a high school girl named Oh Ha Ni who moves into the home of her crush, Baek Seung Jo after her house is destroyed. The award-winning Korean drama follows their relationship through high school, college, and beyond. Will she be successful in winningSeung Jo’s heart? Tune in to this charming little drama, available in Hindi from 5th October onwards. Once Again – 8 th October onwards

“Once Again” is a Korean story of the eventful Song family who can’t get a day of peace and their neighbours in Yongju Market. Song Young Dal, a frugal father, and Jang Ok Boon, a pushy mother, have been married for a long time and are worried about the future of their four children – one of which is set to get married and two of which are divorcees. Partway through, enigmatic kimbap restaurateur Kang Cho enters the battle and establishes a location in the Yongju Market. How will the other characters be affected by her appearance? Watch the show to find out. The show will be available in Hindi on MX Player from 8 th October onwards.

Ni Chang – 12 th October onwards Set in the Ning dynasty, the story revolves around Xie Xiaoni, who aspires to become a business woman. After her family was framed and killed by the Su family, Xiao Ni vows to seek revenge for her family. She assumes the name of “Ni Chang” and enters the Yunjin Pavilion to learn embroidery skills. Over time with hard work, she managed to establish her position in the industry. Will the Su family find out her truth? To see what happens, catch the show, which will go live on 12th October.
Originally in Mandarin, the show will be available in Hindi on MX Player

The Secret Life Of My Secretary – 15 th October on wards Min Ik, the Chief of Team 1 at T&T Mobile Media is a brilliant perfectionist with a heart of stone, who often relies on his fiery-tempered secretary, Jung Hee. She faithfully performs the chores that her abusive employer assigns her, but she is not afraid to express her opinions. What is the future of this hot and cold relationship? Watch all 16 episodes of the Korean drama to find out! Now also available in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali, Kannada and Malayalam, only on MX Player from 15th October.

The General’s Daughter – 19 th October on wards

This Filipino show is based on a military nurse Rhian Bonifacio who is a 2nd Lieutenant in the Philippine Armed Forces. However, she has a secret: she was trained to be a spy in the army by her adoptive father, Tiago Guerrero, to revenge against their mortal enemy Marcial De Leon, a high-ranking general. Bound by love towards the family she grew up with, she finds herself amidst the feud of two families- her fake family and the real. Watch ‘The General’s Daughter’ in Hindi from October 19 onwards.

Sky Castle – 22 nd October onwards
A satirical series that closely looks at the materialistic desires of upper-class parents in South Korea and how they ruthlessly secure the successes of their families at the cost of destroying others’ lives.

The drama revolves around the lives of housewives residing in a luxurious residential area called SKY Castle (a reference to the elite universities) in suburban Seoul, where wealthy doctors and professors live. The wives are determined to make their husbands more successful and to raise their children to be top students who will be accepted at the best universities, so they use every possible way to get that. Watch the story unfold over the course of 20 episodes from 22 nd October on wards inHindi. The series is one of the most popular and watched Korean dramas. Hostages – 26th October on wards In this Israeli crime thriller, Yael Danon, a renowned surgeon, is seen getting ready to operate on the
Israeli president and is startled when a gang of four masked men kidnaps her family and gives her an ultimatum as she is told to assassinate him during the surgery in order to prevent the murder of her family. Everything goes awry the night before. Yael tries to save both the president and her family before it’s too late. Will she succeed? Tune in to find out what happens. All 22 episodes will be available in Hindi from 26th October on wards.
Watch these and more only on MX Player this October!

Space Week Programs at Raman Science

Space Week Programs at Raman Science
Space Week Programs at Raman Science

RAMAN Science Centre & Planetarium (RSC) has organised various programs from Tuesday to mark Space Week-2022.

Programs like a Space Quiz, a Painting Competition, and a Popular Science Lecture are being held at the Raman Science Center and Planetarium by RSC in partnership with the Regional Remote Sensing Center (Central), ISRO, Nagpur.

Schools are invited to visit the ISRO-organized Space Exploration Exhibition on October 4, October 6, and October 7 from 11 am to 1 pm at the RRSC campus in Amravati Road. From October 4 to October 10, RSC is also hosting a special sky observation program for astronomy enthusiasts.

The visitors will be taken to actual observation of celestial objects through 11 inch Schmidt Cassegrain telescope, from 6 pm to 7 pm.

Visitors and students who are interested may take advantage of this opportunity in great numbers. According to a press release from Arnab Chatterjee, Project Coordinator, RSC, the sky observation programme is weather-permitted.

Sony India announces new INZONE headsets to maximize performance and gaming ability

Sony India announces new INZONE headsets to maximize performance and gaming ability
Sony India announces new INZONE headsets to maximize performance and gaming ability

Sony India today announced INZONE™ a new gaming gear brand for PC Gamers that sharpens the senses and maximises gaming ability. The INZONE headsets lineup will feature two new wireless headsets, the INZONE H9 with 32 hours of battery life and INZONE H7 with 40 hours of battery life, along with a wired headset, the INZONE H3. 

All three models are equipped with a flexible flip-up boom microphone with mute function, Noise cancelling and ambient sound modes, Interoperability for better gameplay, 360 Spatial Sound and 7.1ch surround soundallowing users to communicate effortlessly in-game with squad members and get optimised acoustics.

Price and Availability 

The INZONE headphones will be available across Sony retail stores (Sony Center and Sony Exclusive), www.ShopatSC.com portal, major electronic stores and other e-commerce websites in India from 26th September 2022 on-wards.

Model MRP (in Rs.) Best Buy (in Rs.) Availability Date
INZONE H9 27,990/- 21,990/- 26thSeptember 2022 onwards
INZONE H7 21,990/- 15,990/- 26th September 2022 onwards
INZONE H3 9,990/- 6,990/- 26th September 2022 onwards

Celebrate the festive season without the ‘weight-gain’ guilt with these simple food moderation’s

Optimize Your Workout Routine With Almonds by Yasmin Karachiwala, Well-known Fitness and Celebrity Master Instructor

By Yasmin Karachiwala, Well-known Fitness and Celebrity Master Instructor

For each of us the festive season has a different meaning, and there are different aspects to look forward to. However, there is one thing that’s common across cities, cultures and families – and this is the abundance of delicious food. Festivals are a prime time to indulge in decadent food – sweet or savoury, and it is during this time most of us throw caution to the wind, and in several cases over binge.  With the festive season here, and festivities fully abuzz, be sure to follow these tips to stay fit and healthy even during the celebrations: 

  • Replace typical festive snacks with healthy alternatives like Almonds!

Traditionally any festive spread includes indulgent food and friend snack, most of which aren’t known to be healthy. Think samosas, shakkarpara, pooris, chips, chakli – most of these definitely feature during the festivities. To avoid snacking on oily and fried food, my first tip is to replace them with healthier alternatives like Almonds. Almonds make for a tasty snack, which will also add positively to your health. Almonds provide energy and will keep you active through the festivities. Besides this almonds are known to have satiating properties, which will help keep you full in between meals. So while shopping for your snacks, be sure to add almonds to the cart to enjoy a healthier festive season. When it comes to eating them, you could choose to consume them plain, salted, roasted or even flavoured. Alternately if you like experimenting, try making a batch of Rasam Spiked Almonds or Channa Masala Almonds by mixing your flavours to create healthy, and yet tasty snacks which your guests and you can easily munch on. 

  • Dark Chocolate for dessert! 

Any festival is incomplete without sweet – homemade or otherwise, sweet sugar laden dishes are a staple during the festivities. My tip here is, instead of adding typical desserts like barfi or gulab jamun, opt for unconventional forms of sweet like dark chocolate. Dark chocolate, generally contains less sugar than milk chocolate and is also a rich source of antioxidants and minerals. However, although dark chocolate is a good alternative to sweets, moderation is the key. When you have the craving, you can indulge a little. Besides this, there are several ways in which you can dark chocolate in your diet, ensuring your cravings are satisfied but in moderation: You can grate it over your fruit salads, giving it a bitter-sweet taste or even melt the dark chocolate over a saucepan and dip roasted almonds/ cut fruits like strawberries into it, to snack on when hunger strikes. 

  • Just grill it! 

Deep frying food usually saturates all the nutrients they contain and while the end result might be tasty but overall they aren’t the healthy choice. When any food is fried, it absorbs a lot of fat and ends up becoming a high calorie food. Over a period of time, this can cause unhealthy weight gain as well. To make sure your festive food is delicious yet healthy, my tip is – instead of frying, opt for grilling food. For instance you can make grilled vegetable kebabs and stuff it in paneer or your pick of vegetables such as carrots, beans, onions, capsicums, etc. Add some spices along with it and you will definitely not end up feeling guilty about your choice. Grilling is better as the resultant food is low in calorie than fried foods and most importantly it makes sure the nutrient content in the food is intact.

Working out and maintaining a healthy diet are two sides of the same coin. While you are trying to avoid typical festive snacks with healthy alternatives, also try to include some basic forms of workout into your routine. As most of you might be wary of going to a gym, you can do some body weight workouts in the comfort of your home. Some of the body weight workouts include squats, push-ups, lunges, crunches and planks – the best part is you don’t require any equipment! Try incorporating any form of workout in your daily routine for at least 30-45 min daily.

Gandhinagar-Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central Vande Bharat Express flagged off by PM Modi

Gandhinagar-Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central Vande Bharat Express flagged off by PM Modi
Gandhinagar-Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central Vande Bharat Express flagged off by PM Modi

Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Gandhinagar-Mumbai Vande Bharat Express at Gandhinagar station and travelled by train to Kalupur Railway Station.

When the Prime Minister arrived at Gandhinagar station, he was accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat, Union Minister of Railways Ashvini Vaishnav, and Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri.

The Prime Minister inspected the Vande Bharat Express 2.0 train coaches and the onboard facilities. Shri Modi also inspected the locomotive engine control centre of the Vande Bharat Express 2.0.

The Prime Minister then flagged off the new and upgraded version of Vande Bharat Express between Gandhinagar and Mumbai and travelled on the train from there to Kalupur Railway Station.

The Prime Minister also interacted with his fellow passengers, who included family members of railway employees, female entrepreneurs and researchers, and young people. He also interacted with workers, engineers, and other personnel who worked tirelessly to ensure the success of Vande Bharat trains.

Boost for connectivity between Gandhinagar and Mumbai

The Vande Bharat Express 2.0 between Gandhinagar and Mumbai will be a game changer, increasing connectivity between India’s two business hubs. It will allow Gujarat business owners to travel to Mumbai and vice versa without having to pay the high cost of airline tickets while still enjoying the benefits of air travel. The Vande Bharat Express 2.0 travel time from Gandhinagar to Mumbai is estimated to be around five and a half hours.

KAVACH Technology

The Vande Bharat Express 2.0 provides a variety of superior and aircraft-like travel experiences. It is outfitted with cutting-edge safety features, including an indigenously developed Train Collision Avoidance System (KAVACH).

Advanced and improved features

It will have a Wi-Fi content on-demand facility. Every coach is equipped with 32″ screens providing passenger information and infotainment, compared to 24″ in the previous version. Vande Bharat Express is also going to be environmentally friendly as the ACs will be 15 per cent more energy efficient.

PM Modi Launches 5G Service in India

PM Modi Launches 5G Service in India
PM Modi Launches 5G Service in India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the 6th India Mobile Congress at Pragati Maidan in Delhi and launched the 5G internet services.

The three major telecom operators — Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodaphone-Idea — demonstrated one use case of the next generation of the internet to PM Modi. Reliance Jio chairman Akash Ambani gave a demo to PM Modi who wore AI-powered glasses. The PM was shown the blazing fast speed of the new generation of internet which is expected to revolutionize the world.

In the first phase of the 5G internet roll-out, 13 cities will get a new service. These are Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jamnagar, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai and Pune.

Today, four cities will get the internet. These are Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. In Delhi, some areas will receive 5G speeds.

The overall rollout of the internet will take several months.

It is expected that the prices of 5G internet tariffs would be comparable to the 4G network.

Reliance, Airtel, Vodaphone Idea and the Adani group were the four major bidders for the 5G spectrum auction. They had bid Rs 1.50 lakh crore for the spectrum.

Reliance Jio claims India would be the fastest country to adopt the 5G internet. They claim to extend 5G coverage across the country by 2023.

Airtel intends to provide full coverage by 2024.

It is expected that the 5G internet will be 10 times faster than 4G internet.

Mohammed Siraj replaces Bumrah for T20I series against SA

Mohammed Siraj replaces Bumrah for T20I series against SA
Mohammed Siraj replaces Bumrah for T20I series against SA

Mohammed Siraj on Friday replaced injured pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah for India’s remaining two T20 International matches against the visiting South African team.

Bumrah was on Thursday ruled out of the upcoming T20 World Cup due to a back stress fracture.

“The All-India Senior Selection Committee named Mohd. Siraj as replacement for injured Jasprit Bumrah for the remainder of the T20I series against South Africa,” BCCI secretary Jay Shah said in the statement on Friday.

“Bumrah has sustained a back injury and is currently under the supervision of the BCCI Medical Team.”

The 28-year-old Siraj, a right-arm pacer, has so far played in five T20Is and picked up five wickets from them. His last T20I match was against Sri Lanka at Dharamsala in February this year.

India lead the three-match T20I series against South Africa 1-0 after a comprehensive eight-wicket win in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday. The second and third matches will be played in Guwahati (October 2) and Indore (October 4).

Indian squad for South Africa T20Is: Rohit Sharma (Captain), KL Rahul (vice-captain), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), Dinesh Karthik (wicket-keeper), R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Deepak Chahar, Umesh Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mohd Siraj.

Jasprit Bumrah out of T20 World Cup 2022

Jasprit Bumrah out of T20 World Cup 2022
Jasprit Bumrah out of T20 World Cup 2022

According to PTI, Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2022 due to a back injury. Bumrah missed the Asia Cup 2022 as well as the first T20I against South Africa. His injury is a significant setback for India’s chances at the T20 World Cup in 2022.

Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian team’s marquee pacer, has reportedly been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2022 due to a back injury. Bumrah is said to have suffered a stress fracture in his back, which will take 4 to 6 months to heal.

As per a report in PTI, Bumrah will not require surgery for the serious back injury but his chances of returning for the T20 World Cup are next to none. Bumrah trained only for a single day in Trivandrum and has now reportedly been sent to the NCA.

Bumrah had also missed the Asia Cup 2022 due to an injury before marking his return in the T20I series against Australia. He played the second and the third T20I against Australia but was ruled out of the 1st T20I against South Africa as well.

The pace marksman was reportedly not fully fit to face the Proteas. However, it has recently been reported that Bumrah’s injury is quite serious. Bumrah’s absence from the Indian team is significant, especially given how Indian pacers were thrashed in the Asia Cup.

Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Deepak Chahar, and Avesh Khan are all talented, but none of them can match Bumrah’s ability with the ball. Though Harshal and Arshdeep performed admirably in Bumrah’s absence against South Africa in Trivandrum on Wednesday, pinning all hopes on them in the T20 World Cup may be asking too much.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is yet to make an official statement on the state of Bumrah’s injury. Some former cricketers even felt that Bumrah’s return for the Australia series was a premature one. A few even recommended giving Bumrah an extended break to have him fit for the T20 World Cup in Australia. But now, it seems the case is already over.

Indian cricket team for T20 World Cup 2022:

KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Rohit Sharma (c), Mohammad Shami, Shreyas Iyer, Ravi Bishnoi, and Deepak Chahar are on standby.

List of Garba Events in Nagpur

Garba Events In Nagpur

Garba Events in Nagpur

Garba is a form of dance that originated in the state of Gujarat in India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit term Garbha. Many traditional Garba is performed around a centrally lit lamp or a picture or statue of the Goddess Shakti. Traditionally, it is performed during the nine-day Hindu festival Navaratri.

Garba Events in Nagpur

People all over India are seen in traditional attire as they participate in Dandiya Raas and attend the live Garba festival after the Durga Puja. Enthused youngsters join Garba classes and dandiya groups. Women buy Chaniya Cholis while men are seen in Kediyus for the Garba Nights. Navaratri is an important major festival and is celebrated all over India. Like any other city, Nagpur is all set to welcome and celebrate this festival with great enthusiasm.

List Of Garba Event

Garba Night 

Venue: Strawberry Farm, Bhinde Sahara city Wardha Road Nagpur.

Date: 2nd Oct 2022

DAINIK BHASKAR GARBA MAHOTSAV

Venue: Kasturchand Park Nagpur.

Date: 1st Oct 4th Oct

Jaripatka Rass Garba Mahotsav

Venue: Bank Colony Volleyball Ground, Bank Colony, Jaripatka, Nagpur

Date: 1st Oct To 4th Oct

Dandiya Night 2022

Venue: Gaikwad Patil International School near Jamtha International Stadium Donagragaon Wardha Road Nagpur.

Date: 30th Sep

Mirchi Rock N Dhol Jalsa 2022

Venue: Chattarpur Farms, Nagpur

Date: 27th Sep To 4th Oct

The Rass Garba 

Venue: Priyadarshni MBA College. Priyadarshni Campus Digdoh Hills, Hingna Road Nagpur.

Date: 30th Sep To 1st Oct

Raisoni Group of Institutions

Venue: Amrut Bhavan, Andhra Association, North Ambazari Road, Nagpur

Date: 26th Sep To 4th Oct

Sony India re-writes the rules with their newest industry-leading noise cancelling headphones WH-1000XM5

Sony India re-writes the rules with their newest industry-leading noise cancelling headphones WH-1000XM5
Sony India re-writes the rules with their newest industry-leading noise cancelling headphones WH-1000XM5

New Delhi: Sony India today announced the launch of WH-1000XM5, the much-awaited successor in Sony’s award-winning 1000XM family offering Sony’s legacy audio quality from the hugely popular WH-1000XM4. This new model brings a whole new immersive, distraction-free sound experience to its users and thanks to the implementation of new technologies, they elevate the already industry-leading noise canceling and audio quality on the WH-1000XM5, to a whole new level.

Sony India re-writes the rules with their newest industry-leading noise cancelling headphones WH-1000XM5
Sony India re-writes the rules with their newest industry-leading noise cancelling headphones WH-1000XM5

Pre-booking offer, Price and Availability

Sony India has announced a special pre-booking offer. Customers can now pre-book the WH-1000XM5 at a special introductory price of Rs. 26,990/-. This offer is valid from 21st September till 7th October 2022.

Model MRP

 (in Rs.)

 Introductory Price

 (in Rs.)

 Date of availability
WH-1000XM5 34,990/- 26,990/- 8th October 2022 onwards

WH-1000XM5 over-ear headphones will be available across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores and e-commerce portals in India.

The first poster of the much awaited Marathi film‘BaalBhaarti’ Released Today

The first poster of the much awaited Marathi film‘BaalBhaarti’ Released Today
The first poster of the much awaited Marathi film‘BaalBhaarti’ Released Today

The first poster of the much awaited Marathi film‘BaalBhaarti’ Released, Produced by Sphereorigins & Directed by Nitin Nandan, BaalBhaarti is releasing on November 11th, 2022 all across the state. A must for every parent, student and teacher. BaalBhaarti stars,Siddharth Jadhav, Nandita Patkar, Usha Naik, Aaryan Menghji, Ravindra Mankani and Abhijeet Khandkekar in special appearence.

Mumbai: The first poster of the much-awaited Marathi film BaalBhaarti is released today. The film is produced by Sphereorigins and directed by Nitin Nandan. The poster’s first look differentiates the film and reaffirms its uniqueness of its subject.  The film is set to release on November 11th, 2022. 

The poster features its child prodigy Aaryan Menghji, the real hero of the film. Along with him are the leading Marathi stars Siddharth Jadhav, Abhijit Khandkekar and Nandita Patkar. Aaryanis seen in the attire of a great scientist Einstein, Siddharth who plays the role of Aaryan’s father, has an English to Marathi dictionary in his hand, while Nandita wears a helmet with the words Talk In English written on it. This makes the audience keep guessing about the film’s subject. It’s been the talk of the town since the film has been announced.

‘What do parents want for their children the most? The best education they can provide! ’The film highlights this very concern in the most effective manner.  

BaalBhaarti tries to mix an entertaining funny story with a heart touching message. The film has set its roots in the Maharashtrian culture and Marathi language.Itputs Marathi language, creativity and innovation on one platter, in the most, light hearted way. Coincidentally the film is in sync with today’s slogan of ‘Hail Innovation’ along with the latest slogan ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan Jai Vidnyan and Jai Sanshodhan’. 

With a unique blend of abeautiful comforting story, great performances and melodious music, BaalBhaarti is sure to touch the chord of every Maharashtrian household. 

Producers Comall and Sunjoy Waddhwa said, “It’s a film made with a lot of conviction and a great deal of passion. We are confident that every family will relate to it and enjoy it.”

Director Nitin Nandan commented that,‘The entire cast and crew have worked very zealously on this film as we allrelate to this film. It’s a film for every parent, student and teacher.’ Very soon the trailer of BaalBhaarti will be launched with great aplomb. 

Single Women Have Right to Abortion, Rules SC

Single Women Have Right to Abortion, Rules SC
Single Women Have Right to Abortion, Rules SC

The Supreme Court has held that all women are entitled to safe and legal abortion. The court says the marital status of a woman can’t be grounds to deprive her of the right to abort an unwanted pregnancy.

“Single and unmarried women have the right to abort under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act & rules till 24 weeks of pregnancy.

“The meaning of rape must be held, including marital rape, for purpose of Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act,” the court rules. The court says the distinction between married and unmarried women is “artificial and constitutionally unsustainable”. It perpetuates the stereotype that only married women indulge in sexual activities, the court said.

A three-judge bench of justices D Y Chandrachud, J B Pardiwala and AS Bopanna had reserved its verdict last month on the issue of interpretation of the MTP Act and said it will allow ‘unmarried’ or ‘single’ woman the benefit of abortion up to 24 weeks.

The court had said last month that it would “fine-tune” the provisions listed under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act in a manner that there is no discrimination between ‘married’ and ‘unmarried’ women and allow them the benefit of abortion till up to 24 weeks of pregnancy.

Only 15 Non-Subsidized LPG cylinders in a year

Domestic LPG cylinders will soon include QR codes
Domestic LPG cylinders will soon include QR codes

A restriction on buying Non-Subsidized domestic LPG cylinders has been imposed. The registered customer will be able to buy only 15 cylinders in a year. The monthly limit is two cylinders.

Earlier the customer not availing subsidy was able toll buy any number of cylinders. The limit for the customers availing subsidy is the same at 12 cylinders in a year. Beyond 12 the customer will have to buy the cylinder at the rate of non-subsidised cylinder.

The restrictions have been imposed following a large number of complaints lodged by the customers.

Good news: Dearness Allowance hiked by 4% for Central Govt employees, pensioners

Good news: Dearness Allowance hiked by 4% for Central Govt employees, pensioners
Good news: Dearness Allowance hiked by 4% for Central Govt employees, pensioners

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet has approved a 4 percent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees and pensioners, according to media reports. The announcement will benefit about 47.68 lakh Central Government employees and 68.62 lakh pensioners and is also applicable for civilian employees and those employed in defence services.

After today’s hike of 4 percent, the total DA paid to Central Government employees will reach 38 per cent. DA is a part of the salary which is calculated as a specific percentage of the basic salary which is then added to the basic salary. Since the effective date for the latest dearness announcement hike is July 1, the staff would be paid the arrears with their latest salaries.

The Central Government revises dearness allowance and dearness relief on January 1 and July 1 every year, but this decision is usually announced in March and September.

Previously, in March, the Cabinet had approved the proposal to increase the Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners by 3 per cent to 34 per cent of the basic pay from 31 per cent previously, effective January 1, 2022. The government, at the time, paid employees three months in arrears.

 

 

Any changes to the dearness allowance are made as per the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission to compensate for the rise in prices. With retail inflation, or consumer price inflation, elevated above the upper-end of the Reserve Bank of India’s target range of 2-6 per cent each month, the DA was hiked by 4 per cent to 38 per cent of basic pay.

All those who are paid based on the 7th Pay Commission will get an increase of Rs 720 in DA on the basic salary of Rs 18,000, and this increase will be Rs 1,000 per month if the basic salary is 25,000. Similarly, those who were getting Rs 50,000 basic salary will now get a benefit of Rs 2,000 per month, and those with a basic salary of Rs 1,00,000 will get a benefit of Rs 4,000 in total salary after the 4 per cent increase in dearness allowance.

The grant of Dearness Relief (DR) to Central Government pensioners and family pensioners will also be applicable at the same revised rate, as it has been fixed for the employees, from July 1. The pension disbursing authorities, including the nationalized banks, will calculate the quantum of DR payable to each pensioner as per the individual case.

The revised rates will be applicable to central government pensioners, civilian central government pensioners/family pensioners, the armed forces pensioners, civilian pensioners paid out of the defence service, all India service pensioners, railway pensioners/family pensioners, and pensioners who are in receipt of provisional pension.

HCLTech launches New Brand Positioning of Supercharging ProgressTM

HCLTech launches New Brand Positioning of Supercharging ProgressTM
HCLTech launches New Brand Positioning of Supercharging ProgressTM

Sept. , 2022: HCL Technologies (HCLTech), a leading global technology company, today launched its new brand identity and logo, underpinned by the distinct positioning of Supercharging ProgressTM that reflects its commitment to clients, its people, communities and the planet.

The company’s new ‘HCLTech’ brand and logo will be at the heart of its go-to-market strategy and represent its differentiated portfolio of services and products that supercharge digital transformation for enterprises at scale.        

As the company nears the $12 billion revenue mark, Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson, HCLTech described the announcement as an evolution for HCLTech to embrace a distinct global brand identity while retaining connectivity with HCL Group. “For HCLTech, Supercharging Progress is about accelerating the digital transformation for our clients everyday as well as the ethos of the organization to advance the aspirations of our people, contribute to a sustainable planet and uplift local communities across our global footprint.”

C Vijayakumar, CEO & Managing Director, HCLTech said, “Today, we are proud to share our purpose statement – to bring together the best of technology and our people to supercharge progress.  Our purpose accelerates our journey to be the digital partner of choice for global enterprises through differentiated services and products and being an employer of choice for top talent. It also underscores our responsibility to continue contributing toward inclusive growth of communities where we operate and a sustainable planet for the generations to come.” 

Elaborating on the rationale of the new brand positioning, C Vijayakumar added, “Supercharging Progress captures the essence of what we do today and our aspiration of what we want to do more of – at scale, at speed, for our clients, for our people, communities and planet.”

The company also launched its new employee value proposition (EVP) – ‘Find Your Spark’. Built on the broad tenets of opportunity, respect, and trusted employment, HCLTech’s EVP emphasizes its commitment to help both current and prospective employees maximize their career potential and ambitions. The company has also expanded its global CSR partnerships and volunteer-led initiatives to supercharge its efforts across core pillars of education and employment, health, wellbeing and basic needs, and environment. 

“Today marks a major milestone in HCLTech’s exciting journey as we carve out a distinct brand identity and purpose that will power us – at speed – on this next chapter of our journey,” said Jill Kouri, Chief Marketing Officer, HCLTech. “With such a rich heritage, world-class delivery and emphasis on client service, we will always embody a spirit of flexibility and commitment to being a true partner, in the trenches with our clients every step of the way.”

HCLTech worked with award-winning agency SomeOne to help create its new brand positioning and identity. Visit https://www.hcltech.com/supercharging-progress for more information. 

About HCLTech

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to 211,000+ people across 52 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering and cloud, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2022 totaled $11.8 billion. To learn how we can supercharge progress for you, visit hcltech.com.

Maharashtra Government to recruit 20,000 police constables

Maharashtra Government to recruit 20,000 police constables
Maharashtra Government to recruit 20,000 police constables

The much-awaited decision on the recruitment of police personnel at the constable level is being fulfilled by the Maharashtra Government. The cabinet took a decision to recruit about 20,000 constables to the police force.

With the growing population and delay in recruiting police personnel, the police force was facing problems in maintaining law and order situation. Crime in the state has also increased.

The decision to recruit 20,000 constables would benefit the police force.

Development Boards: The cabinet on Tuesday also decided to reconstitute the Development Boards for Vidarbha, Marathwada and Rest of Maharashtra. The boards remained vacant for the last several years.

The most affected regions are stated to be Vidarbha and Marathwada. The backlog of the Vidarbha region, as calculated by the Kelkar Committee is difficult to be removed. But it is alleged that even efforts to reduce the backlog were not made. The demand for a separate Vidarbha is growing because of the continuous exploitation of resources from the region and giving nothing in return.

DHL Express announces annual price adjustments for 2023 in India

DHL Express India launches Diwali festive offer
DHL Express India launches Diwali festive offer

September, 2022: DHL Express, the world’s leading international express services provider, announced price adjustments today that will take effect on January 1, 2023. The average increase in India will be 7.9%, compared to 2022. 

“So far, 2022 has been another turbulent year with a volatile market environment challenging global trade. However, we have proven our ability to offer stable and reliable services to our customers globally,” said R.S Subramanian, SVP South Asia, DHL Express. “With the annual price adjustment, we are able to invest in our infrastructure and technology to ensure resilient, sustainable, and world-class customer solutions. It includes state-of-the-art aircraft and vehicles, expanding our hubs and gateways to meet increasing customer demand, and investing in green and more sustainable solutions, such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel and electric vehicles.”

Prices are adjusted on an annual basis by DHL Express, taking into consideration inflation and currency dynamics as well as administrative costs related to regulatory and security measures. These measures are being regularly updated by national and international authorities in each of the more than 220 countries and territories that DHL Express serves. Depending on local conditions, price adjustments will vary from country to country, and will apply to all customers where contracts allow. 

A limited number of optional services and surcharges will be adjusted as well and for more information, visit [https://www.dhl.com/in-en/home.html].

Iconic personalities Amitabh Bachchan, Anand Mahindra, Kajol, Karan Johar, Rana Daggubati, A. R. Rahman, Nandan Nilekani and Naina Lal Kidwai unveiled for new Warner Bros. Discovery series ‘The Journey Of India’

Iconic personalities Amitabh Bachchan, Anand Mahindra, Kajol, Karan Johar, Rana Daggubati, A. R. Rahman, Nandan Nilekani and Naina Lal Kidwai unveiled for new Warner Bros. Discovery series ‘The Journey Of India’
Iconic personalities Amitabh Bachchan, Anand Mahindra, Kajol, Karan Johar, Rana Daggubati, A. R. Rahman, Nandan Nilekani and Naina Lal Kidwai unveiled for new Warner Bros. Discovery series ‘The Journey Of India’

September 2022: – Warner Bros. Discovery, today revealed its stellar cast of
respected personalities featured in The Journey of India – a new six-part series to mark India’s 75 years of Independence. Hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, each episode will also feature a leading voice to showcase a key theme in India’s development as a nation. Putting a spotlight on the storytelling that revolutionised global filmmaking, actress Kajol transports viewers to Bollywood’s captivating legacy against the backdrop of an actual film set in action. Conservationist and Bahubali fame actor Rana Daggubati along with Indian author and wildlife conservationist, Latika Nath, recognize India’s successful initiatives in sustainability and conservation. Renowned Indian author Amish Tripathi pays homage to India’s diversity of religions, and Michelin Star chef Vikas Khanna explores the palatability of Indian cuisine, paralleling his roots to its impact on global cuisine.

The Journey of India produced by Black Iris for Warner Bros. Discovery, also features
contributions from esteemed director S. S. Rajamouli, veteran actress Hema Malini, Oscar
award-winning composer A. R. Rahman, stalwart industrialist Anand Mahindra, celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor, female banking trailblazer Naina Lal Kidwai, climate change activist Vani Murthy, fashion designer Ritu Kumar and renowned dietician Rujuta Diwekar among others.

Expressing her excitement about the collaboration, Bollywood actress Kajol, said: “Bollywood is an enigma that magnificently amalgamates India's zealous spirit of creativity, innovation, and artistic sensibilities. I’m honoured to be the one presenting to the audiences a show that celebrates the rich history of Indian cinema, which has for ages catered to the tastes of a diverse range of viewers. Bollywood has been an inspiration to the global cinematic platform for its glorious cinematography, talented actors, timeless tunes, and unforgettable storylines among others and I am proud to be a part of this industry.”

Popular actor Rana Daggubati said: “The Journey of India demonstrates the rich fruit of India’s collective hard work and sheer willpower borne for this nation. Adopting sustainability and becoming consciously aware as a nation is admirable, especially at this crucial stage in the climate change crisis. The network's contributions to bringing conservation to the forefront and igniting the green agenda remain unparalleled. It's an honour for me to be a part of a show that brings these spellbinding achievements to light.”

The Journey of India premieres globally on streaming platform discovery+ in India, the U.S., U.K., and the Philippines. It will be showcased in more than 140 countries including India, Japan, Singapore, France, Switzerland, UAE, Egypt, Brazil, Iran, Kenya among others on Discovery Network of channels.

The Journey of India will premiere in India on Discovery Channel, TLC, Discovery
Science, Discovery Turbo and DTamil on October, 10.

Tata Motors sets new benchmarks in pickups withYodha 2.0, Intra V20 bi-fuel and Intra V50

Tata Motors sets new benchmarks in pickups withYodha 2.0, Intra V20 bi-fuel and Intra V50
Tata Motors sets new benchmarks in pickups withYodha 2.0, Intra V20 bi-fuel and Intra V50

27th September 2022: Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer,today set new benchmarks in India’s rapidly growing pickup segment with thelaunch of the Yodha 2.0, Intra V20 bi-fuel and Intra V50. These rugged and tough pickups come with bold new design and offer the highest load-carrying capacity, largest deck length, longest range and are equipped with several modern features essential for a safe and comfortable drive. Designed and engineered to cater to a wide variety of urban and rural applications, the new Yodha 2.0, Intra V20 bi-fuel and Intra V50 are ideal to service the diverse mobility needs of the fast-growingagriculture, poultry and dairy sectors as well as the expanding delivery requirements of FMCG,e-commerce and logistics sectors. Each of these pickups offer the lowest total cost of ownership in their category to enable our customers earn maximum profits.  Tata Motors commemorated the launch of India’s best pickups by delivering 750 of them to customers across the country.

Launching the new range of pickups, Mr. Girish Wagh, Executive Director, Tata Motors, said, “Our small commercial vehicles are renowned for providing livelihoods to millionsof customersand enabling their success. As theirambitionfor business growth and a better life turns bolder, they will discover an ideal match in our new range of pickupsas these have been specially co-developed to address their evolving aspirations. Every aspect of these pickups has been meticulously engineered to efficiently service a wide variety of uses across urban, semi-urban and rural areas.They come with bold new design and offer the highest payload capacity to carry heavier cargo;largest deck length to carry voluminous loads; highest power to weight ratio, longest range to traverse maximum distance; and modern safety and comfort features for stress-free driving. With all-terrain access to reach the remotest locationsandthe backing of India’s largest dealer and service network, the holistic value proposition offered by our comprehensive range ofpickups is unbeatable.The introduction of these new-age pickupsreiterates our commitment to always empowerand equip thecustomers with best-in-class vehicles to deliver more progress and success.”

Yodha 2.0 offers highest 2000kg rated payload capacity with best-in-class off-road capability

With its rugged aggregates, the new Yodha 2.0 can tackle the toughest terrain with ease, ensuring seamless and faster cargo movement in remote parts of the country. The Yodha 2.0 also features an updated design with rugged looks, Tata signature ‘Trust Bar’ and a stylish grille amongst other functional upgrades. 

The Yodha is also available in 1200, 1500 and 1700kg rated payload options, comes with 4×4 and 4×2 configurations, and is available in single cab and crew cab options empowering the customers to choose their perfect model and cab type for their use.

Intra V50 smart pickup offers high 1500kg rated payload capacity and largest deck length

The new Intra V50 sets new paradigms in the segment with itshigh payload capacity, state-of-the-art cabin comfort, longest load deck and high ground clearance for worry-free all-terrain operations in urban and semi-urban areas.

Intra V20 is India’s first bi-fuel pickup with 1000kg payload andlongest range of 700km

Tata Motors showcased the Intra V20, the country’s first bi-fuel (CNG+petrol) commercial vehicle with payload of1000kg, that combines the robustness of the proven Intra V20capabilities with the lower operational cost of CNG to deliver more value.

The preferred pickup of over 1 lakh happy customers, the Intra is ideal for multiple applications. Built on Tata Motors’ successful ‘Premium Tough’ design philosophy, the Intra rangecomes equipped with modern features like walkthrough cabin, dash-mounted gear lever and also includes V10 and V30 specs making it the smart pickup choice for varied uses.

In addition, customers benefit from thebest-in-industry after-sales, easy availability of spares and value-added services offered under the Sampoorna Seva 2.0 programme, which includes:

  • Tata Zippy: Repair time assurance programmewith problem resolution within 48 hours*
  • Tata Alert:Road side assistance programme with assured problem resolution within 24 hours* for vehicles under warranty 
  • Tata Guru: 50,000+ trained technicians to provide roadside and workshop assistance for repairs and services across the country
  • Tata Bandhu: A unique app that brings all stakeholders –mechanics, drivers and fleet owners on a single platform for easy connect with Tata Gurus when needed

A 360-degree, national multimedia marketing campaign has been launched to engage audiences through emotive storytelling that brings to life the multiple facets and features of the newly introduced pickups. These campaigns effectively highlight key attributes of the various pickups along with the engineering prowess, service ecosystem and ease of access that Tata Motors brings to its customers.

vivo launches vivo Ignite Initiative for 8 – 12 grade students

vivo launches vivo Ignite Initiative for 8 - 12 grade students
vivo launches vivo Ignite Initiative for 8 - 12 grade students

26th Sept 2022, New Delhi – With a broad vision to promote a culture of innovation that has a positive impact on the society, vivo, the leading global smartphone brand, today launched a country wide initiative – vivo Ignite. The initiative is vivo’s commitment to take this vision ahead and empower students across India with a problem-solving approach and developing appropriate technologies, integrating, and applying scientific ideas best suited and required for addressing issues of the country. 

With the understanding that early child development lays the groundwork for lifelong learning, vivo intends to offer children a challenging opportunity through vivo Ignite initiative. The application is open to all Indian students of grades 8 to 12 and will be conducted in three stages from September 2022 to February 2023. In the final leg of the contest, vivo will organize Science and Innovation Awards which will recognize innovative thinkers and the top 10 winners with cash prizes worth 25+ lakhs. Registrations for the contest will end on 12th December. Students can click here to register – www.vivoignite.com

“At vivo, we are dedicated to bringing joy to the world through excellent yet straightforward products and experiences. Aligned with this thought, with vivo ignite our goal is to encourage problem solving approach of our aspiring young minds by providing them with a platform to present their technological and creative ideas that can address issues in countries like India. 

vivo Ignite is also a reflection of our commitment to India – a commitment of inspiring joy by empowering people. vivo Ignite will give a global platform to young innovators in starting their journey towards innovation early in their lives. We are excited to see the innovative and analytical thinking of our aspiring young minds.” said, Paigham Danish, Head, Business Strategy, vivo India. 

The initiative will target students in Grade 8 – 12 across India. Students can take part in the first stage called the Idea Submission Stage after successfully registering for the contest. All the registered participants will have to submit a 150-250 words synopsis of their project ideas and a poster depicting the same by the midnight of 12th December 2022. All the nominees will be facilitated with online participation certificates. 200 selected zonal winners (50 each from North, South, East and West) comprising concept and prototype nominees will be felicitated with trophies, certificates and exciting goodies. 

The Grand Finale that is scheduled for 10th February 2023 will see top 25 students battle it out at a physical event, wherein they will be asked to display their projects in-person. They will do so in presence of a panel comprising of eminent jury members. They will be judged on the basis of creative thinking, innovation, use of science and technology and potential for positive social impact. Top 10 out of 25 national finalists who present the most scientifically innovative and socially relevant projects will be declared national winners and will be conferred a medal and a certificate with cash prizes ranging from ₹75,000 to ₹5,00,000. The remaining 15 participants will be awarded with a medal and a certificate. 

For more information, please visit: www.vivoignite.com

Smart & Tech-savvy: Nitin Gadkari spins a new perspective for real estate development

Smart & Tech-savvy: Nitin Gadkari spins a new perspective for real estate development
Smart & Tech-savvy: Nitin Gadkari spins a new perspective for real estate development

NAGPUR 26 SEPTEMBER 2022: Real estate has been grappling with various challenges including high cost of finance and rising input costs. At the installation ceremony of the National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) Vidarbha Chapter in Nagpur on 24 September, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari offered simple solutions which would help the industry deal with the challenges.

NAREDCO President Rajan Bandelkar and Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, Vice Chairperson, NAREDCO had mentioned the challenges being faced by real estate, and on the auspicious occasion of installation of the new NAREDCO Vidarbha Chapter, the Hon’ble Minister suggested a change in mindset. First, the location of new projects need not be in locations where land cost was high; he suggested looking at project locations where low-cost housing for common citizens could be done.

Smart & Tech-savvy: Nitin Gadkari spins a new perspective for real estate development
Smart & Tech-savvy: Nitin Gadkari spins a new perspective for real estate development

Secondly, he suggested fiscal prudence – not to opt for finance at high rates of interest which would severely impact project viability. Third, he suggested implementing technology which would bring down costs while ensuring quality of construction. He gave the example of opting to use steel fiber instead of steel bars as also technology which enabled safe and secure construction at a much lower cost.

While giving the new NAREDCO Vidharbha Chapter his best wishes, the Hon’ble Minister spoke of the need for real estate to opt for new solutions – like using ethanol in place of diesel; of enhanced usage of Electric Vehicles for transporting material to construction sites – which would help reduce cost of construction.

Referring to new development opportunities from the government, the Hon’ble Minister mentioned 8 new multi modal logistics parks in Maharashtra, which he said real estate developers could play a major role in creating.

Taking a leaf from ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, he also spoke about infra projects opting for InVits for financing, opening up an investment opportunity for the common man, while ensuring freedom from foreign funding. Nagpur and the Vidarbha region offer some opportunities for developers in terms of infrastructure projects, and the Hon’ble Minister suggested that real estate developers could opt to participate in such projects, and play their role in building the nation.

Salaries In India Likely To Rise By 10.4% In 2023

Salaries In India Likely To Rise By 10.4% In 2023
Salaries In India Likely To Rise By 10.4% In 2023

A report by global professional services firm Aon says despite global macroeconomic conditions and rising inflation, salaries in India are likely to increase by 10.4 per cent on average in 2023, compared to an actual increase of 10.6 per cent to date in 2022.

Moreover, the pressure on salaries is being retained as the attrition rate for the first half of 2022 continued to be high at 20.3 per cent, only marginally lower than the 21 per cent recorded in 2021. Aon report says this trend is expected to continue for the next few months.

“Despite the global recessionary headwinds and volatile domestic inflation, salary increases projected in India for 2023 are in the double digits,” said Roopank Chaudhary, partner, Human Capital Solutions at Aon in India.

“Business leaders, however, must make decisions that ensure their workforce remains resilient today as well as into the future,” Chaudhary added.

As per the report, with an expected salary hike of 12.8 per cent, e-commerce leads sectors with the highest projected increase, followed by start ups at 12.7 per cent, hi-tech/information technology and information technology-enabled services at 11.3 per cent, and financial institutions at 10.7 per cent.

“As the broader economic circumstances impact the talent landscape, businesses must create holistic rewards strategies unique to their situation and sector to retain and attract the talent they need,” said Jang Bahadur Singh, director, Human Capital Solutions at Aon in India.

No Garba without ID proof, says Nagpur Vishwa Hindu Parishad

No Garba without ID proof, says Nagpur Vishwa Hindu Parishad
No Garba without ID proof, says Nagpur Vishwa Hindu Parishad

As the festivities of Navratri begins, Nagpur Vishwa Hindu Parishad has said that participants must carry identity proof in order to enter Garba pandals.

Nagpur Vishwa Hindu Parishad said no one would be allowed to enter Garba pandals without ID cards This step has allegedly been taken to stop these pandals from becoming a hub for love jihads.

The president of the committee said that the organisers are on alert and will check the identity proof of the participants

In a bid to control ‘love jihads’ at the Garba pandals, the Nagpur Vishwa Hindu Parishad has said that all the participants must carry ID proof to Garba pandals.

Every year during Navratri, Garba and Dandiya functions are organised for the public at the Durga pandals. This year, Vishwa Hindu Parishad has demanded that all the participants must carry their Aadhar cards in order to enter the pandals.

Talking to India Today, president Vishwa Hindu Parishad of Vidarbha province, Govind Shende, said that the police administration and the organisers will make sure that no one without an Aadhar card could enter the Garba pandal.

He said that his organisation will also keep an eye on the pandals to control the rising cases of ‘love jihads’ during the Garba festival.

GARBA IS NOT JUST DANCE

Shende said that anti-social elements are constantly rising in the Garba pandals.

He said Garba must be respected and worshipped as it is not just a dance form but also a symbol of religious fervour and devotion.

NAREDCO Vidarbha Sets The Trend For Structured Real Estate Development

NAREDCO Vidarbha Sets The Trend For Structured Real Estate Development
NAREDCO Vidarbha Sets The Trend For Structured Real Estate Development

NAGPUR 24 SEPTEMBER 2022: Structured real estate development with a holistic perspective has been the thought process among stake holders in the Vidarbha region. In keeping with this thought process, the National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) Vidarbha chapter commenced activities with the aim of ensuring transparency and accountability in real estate development in the region.

The NAREDCO Vidarbha chapter was inaugurated at a glittering ceremony in Nagpur on 24 September. The event saw Maharashtra’s Deputy CM Shri Devendra Fadnavis laud the formation of the Vidarbha chapter of NAREDCO, saying it would lead to transparency, accountability and make things easier for the home buyer across the Vidarbha region, just as in other parts of the country where RERA has brought in an environment of safe and secure real estate transactions.

He mentioned how the Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde was in agreement on the need to create a positive environment for real estate growth, as it reflects upon the economic growth and development. “It should be the larger community which should be the focus of NAREDCO Vidarbha, and not just real estate as an industry,” he added. Mentioning that Vidarbha real estate would gain from the Samruddhi Mahamarg, with logistics and warehousing becoming the next big thing, with expressway linkages to Goa, Hyderabad and Delhi making Vidarbha and Nagpur the centre-point in India’s economic growth story. “Expressways like the Samruddhi Mahamarg open up vistas of real estate development, including townships as also ‘sunrise sectors’ including logistics and data centres,” he added.

Earlier, NAREDCO President Rajan Bandelkar spoke about the change which NAREDCO Maharashtra had brought about, and how Devendra Fadnavis had played an important role in the initial stages of setting up MahaRERA. Lauding the contribution of Gautam Chatterjee, the former MahaRERA head, the NAREDCO National President said he hoped the same process would be emulated by the Vidarbha chapter, leading to real estate playing its role in accelerating economic growth.

Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, Vice Chairperson, NAREDCO said Vidarbha was poised for economic growth, with real estate being the driver. He pointed out that various issues relating to real estate were faced different challenges, leading to delays, which needed resolution. Terming Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities as the next frontier which would drive economic growth, Dr Hiranandani said Devendra Fadnavis had done much for Maharashtra’s development, he specifically mentioned how Nagpur’s youngest Mayor had done yeoman work during his tenure as chief minister. He added that there were high expectations from him, and that he hoped this time too, he would ‘work his magic’ leading to the state’s economic growth.

Shri Ghanshyam Dhokne who took over as the first President of the Vidarbha Unit said setting up of the NAREDCO Chapter had created high expectations from all stakeholders in Vidarbha, and he hoped the expectations would come true. “The aim of NAREDCO Vidarbha is to create a structured industry, which will result in economic growth of the region,” he concluded.

ABOUT NAREDCO: National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) was established as an autonomous self-regulatory body in 1998 under the aegis of Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Government of India. It is in this year that the Government of India redrafted the National Housing & Habitat Policy, giving due importance to the Housing and Real Estate sector.On September 2013, a branch of NAREDCO was established in Mumbai, Maharashtra by the name NAREDCO WEST. The Vidarbha Chapter was inaugurated on 24 September 2022 in Nagpur.

The Indian housing and real estate sectors and the allied industries hailed the establishment of NAREDCO, as the apex national body for the real estate industry and visualized it as a single platform where Government, industry and public would discuss various problems and opportunities face to face which would result in speedy resolution of issues. It was formed with the mandate to induce transparency and ethics in real estate business and transform the unorganized Indian real estate sector into a matured and globally competitive business sector.

The National Real Estate Development Council strives to be the collective force influencing and shaping the real estate industry. It seeks to be the leading advocate of developing standards for efficient, effective, and ethical real estate business practices, valued by all stakeholders of real estate sector and viewed by them as crucial to their success.

Rani Laxmibai Durga Utsav Mandal 2022

Rani Laxmibai Durga Utsav Mandal 2022 | Our Nagpur
Rani Laxmibai Durga Utsav Mandal 2022 | Our Nagpur

We, the members of Rani Laxmibai Durga Utsav Mandal, have been successfully organizing the Navratri festival for the last 16 years with massive participation of citizens from the entire central India area. Every year, we organise a slew of socio-cultural programmes depicting issues like India’s freedom struggle, illiteracy, autism, and child labour among others.
This year, we’re coming up with a theme based pandal titled Swapnalok (Dreamland), which would be exquisitely crafted by artist Nihar Debnath and his big team of workers from Siliguri in West Bengal. The entire team has been camping here at our volleyball ground since the last couple of months for erecting the pandal. The pandal would be first of its kind in entire Maharashtra and would attract heavy crowds from entire central India. Even our beautiful idol is being brought from Kolkata and is crafted by the local artists there. The pandal would remain open for the public from September 26 to October 6.

Rani Laxmibai Durga Utsav Mandal 2022 | Our Nagpur
Rani Laxmibai Durga Utsav Mandal 2022 | Our Nagpur


This year as well, we intend to organize a host of similar programmes like cultural events from children, folk dance, Ras Garba and others. However, the entry to all these events is through invitation only. It would not be open for the visitors. We would also be setting up 25 stalls that would serve various delicacies for the visitors right from juices, tea/coffee to Pav Bhaji, ice cream and other food items.

We will be setting up a pictorial gallery depicting the immense contribution of the city headquartered Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to the country’s development, particularly in the inaccessible and inhospitable areas across the country. 


Titled ‘Rashtra Seve Cha Amrut Mohotsav’, the gallery would have rare pictures and videos of commendable work done by the Sangh in the last 75 years and its contribution to the nation’s development. An audio-visual gallery would be put up at the gallery.


The mandal also conducts a lot of social activities throughout the year like visiting ‘Matoshree Old Age Home’ near Adasa and helping them with medicines and food grains, and helping the children with books and study material, cleaning the Laxmi Nagar volleyball ground by members themselves where festival is organized under ‘Swach Bharat Abhiyan’ launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and setting up artificial tanks on Laxmi Nagar grounds for immersion of Ganesh Idols to save the precious water bodies from getting polluted every year.


Starting from scratch in 2006, this mandal has grown over the years to become only in entire Central India to host the Navratri Festival with a variety of socio-cultural programmes that had guaranteed footfalls of over 50,000 visitors per day. A dedicated team of about 50 youngsters and elders, which is a right combination of youthful exuberance and experience, work together round ‘o’ clock to make this event a mega success. News cutting in various newspapers speaks about our work. We take the distinction of being the first Mandal in Vidarbha to have its dedicated website – www.laxminagardurga.in.

This year as well, we would be hosting many socio-cultural programmes aimed at evoking feelings of patriotism among the masses during the nine-day event. We request you, sir, to join us in this purely noble and charitable cause and help us to make it successful by spreading the message of peace and brotherhood in the society.


Previously, a host of popular figures visited our mandal, including noted yesteryear actress Asha Parekh, union minister for road transport Nitin Gadkari, Maharashtra deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, Rajya Sabha MPs Ajay Sancheti and Vijay Darda and others

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