Nagpur: Smiling with their innocent faces and dancing to the holiday beats, children of Shri Shradhanand orphanage got a happy holiday cheer by a team of Wockhardt Hospitals Nagpur. Hospital team visited the kids to celebrate Christmas with them which made their holidays merry indeed.
To spread happiness during these unprecedented times the event “Be a Santa” was conducted by Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur. In this a donation drive was organized and people donated clothes, books, toys and blankets to the hospital. These donated items were distributed among the children.
“We are trying to give to the society with such events and we consider this as our responsibility to contribute for such causes”, said Mr. Abhinandan Dastenavar, Centre Head, Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur. “The spirit of Christmas is the spirit of love and of generosity and of goodness. Following the same, we have conducted this event hoping for a better life full of happiness for these kids who are not as privileged as us”, he added.
Adding on, the patients admitted in the hospital were greeted by the hospital Santa and were given special food to bring joy to them during their hospitalization. The hospital team met the patients to make them feel comfortable and happy in the troubled times.
Mumbai: After the resounding successes of Hotstar Specials on the platform, Disney+ Hotstar announces its upcoming spine-chilling medical drama, Human. Starring National award-winning actor Shefali Shah alongside the supremely talented Kirti Kulhari, the power packed series has been produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah of Sunshine Pictures Pvt. Ltd and directed by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and Mozez Singh. Mozez Singh and Ishani Banerjee have written the gripping series. Human as a series unravels unexpected secrets of the world of medicine. The series dives into the world of medical drama and its effect on people.
Talking about the series, producer and co-director Vipul Amrutlal Shah said, “Human, I had worked on this subject as a film script for 3 years and then I felt that this subject is too vast to be encapsulated in a film script which is only going to be 2-2.5 hours and that’s when I approached Mozez Singh and gave him the script. He read it and found it interesting. Mozez Singh got Ishani Banerjee on board, followed by Stuti Nair and Aasif Moyal and they started writing this particular show. We wanted to make the series to rightfully represent the medical world and also wanted to portray the personal relationships and conflicts of the characters to offer a wholesome presentation of this world. We are confident and hopeful that viewers will be intrigued by this story.”
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प्रतिनिधी : “कु’ स्वदेशी अॅपवरील पोस्टमुळे टायगर श्राॅफच्या “गणपत’ची आतापासूनच चर्चा आहे. खरे तर हा चित्रपट पुढील नाताळला म्हणजे २३ डिसेंबर २०२२ रोजी प्रदर्शित होणार आहे. पण, “कु’ अॅपवरील टिझरमुळे टायगरचे चाहते आणि प्रेक्षकांची उत्सुकता आतापासूनच शिगेला पोहोचली आहे. टायगर “कु’वर नवा व्हिडीओ कधी पोस्ट करतो याची त्याचे चाहते वाट पाहात असतात.
टायगर अॅक्टिंग इतकाच त्याच्या डान्ससाठीही फेमस आहे. “कु’मुळे त्याच्या जगभरातील चाहत्यांत वाढ झाली आहे. कोरीयन पाॅप डान्सर काईने टायगरला एका गाण्यावर डान्स करून दाखवण्याचे चॅलेंज केले. आणि टायगरनेही ते सहज स्वीकारीत पूर्ण केले. काईने दिलेल्या गाण्यावर डान्स करतानाचा व्हिडीओ टायगरने “कु’वर पोस्ट केला आहे. पाहता पाहता लाखो लोकांपर्यत व्हिडीओ व्हायरल झाला. सध्या सर्वत्र या व्हिडीओची चर्चा आहे.
Mumbai: With digitization ruling the roost in the post-pandemic era, YouGov, one of the world’s leading full-service market research companies, surveyed to understand the consumer sentiment and interest towards the availability of alcohol beverages through home delivery channel in Maharashtra. The extensive survey received around 2,000 responses from consumers across five states in the country. With a strong inclination towards purchasing alcohol beverages online, one in five respondents in Maharashtra indicate a major trend shift towards home delivery of alcohol, setting benchmarks for other states.
The survey findings brought to life the fact that 90% of consumers in Maharashtra have had a positive experience while purchasing alcoholic beverages online. In fact, in terms of an alcohol buying experience, the online mode outperforms other channels in Maharashtra. The survey further highlights that 61% of consumers in Maharashtra recognize the primary advantage of shopping online for alcohol due to the availability of more payment options. This sentiment is relatively higher than other states opening inroads for high-decibel opportunities in product innovation and premiumization.
From a state-to-state comparison perspective, Maharashtra has the highest percentage of consumers (62%) who order alcoholic beverages through existing home delivery channels. The numbers clearly show that consumers in Maharashtra want the government to continue to allow the home delivery channel for selling alcoholic beverages in their state, especially after the pandemic has highlighted the importance of social distancing. This data also highlights the state’s potential to further drive growth of the home delivery model in the AlcoBev sector while also paving the way for more states to follow this channel based on its success. Capitalizing on trends induced by the pandemic, Jharkhand became the first state in India to adopt the home delivery and/or e-commerce model of alcohol last year, followed by Odisha and West Bengal with the method showing promise.
The survey findings indicate that the Indian consumer and the alcohol beverage industry is waiting for policymakers to offer the ecosystem and the much-needed efficiency by adopting international best practices through a revolutionary shift towards e-commerce. Globally as well, the pandemic has catapulted the value of the home delivery and e-commerce channel for alcohol.
Survey Demographics:
2000 responses were received from five key states Haryana, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana. 70% of respondents were men, while 30% were women. YouGov’s online panel of 200,000 Indian panellists and all participants have validated citizens who had to be registered with YouGov to participate in this survey.
New Delhi: TECNO, the global premium smartphone brand, once again re-affirms its ‘segment-first’ reputation by announcing the launch of yet another blockbuster smartphone from its popular camera-centric CAMON series, the CAMON 18. The smartphone heralds the transition to higher camera pixels, Super Night powered by TAIVOS™ technology, Eye Autofocus and Professional Video shooting experience. Going with the popular trend of short form media consumption habits of India’s Gen-z audience, CAMON 18 offers unique video capabilities of Film mode in eight themes.
TECNO once again is stepping-up the overall smartphone camera experience targeted specifically fast-paced digital natives who are looking for top of the line specs at affordable pricing. The TECNO CAMON 18 becomes the first and only smartphone in the sub-15K segment to offer such disruptive videography and photography camera capabilities with the combination of the first-ever 48MP AI front camera and a 48MP AI Triple rear Camera. CAMON 18 flaunts a 6.8 FHD+ Dot-in display and houses the ‘dazzling-fast’ Mediatek Helio G85 processor along with 7GB RAM Virtual Memory extension that makes it the perfect device for binging content.
Cameras and mobile technology have always been symbiotic and have heavily influenced the development of modern smartphones. TECNO’s proprietary mobile imaging technology TAIVOS™ has enabled users to analyze and recombine photos on a pixel level, bringing out the best photos for our users. With the all-new CAMON 18 smartphone, this technology has been extended to video as well. Hardware is only half the battle. TAIVOS lab has worked incessantly to improve camera software to bring the best user experience to our customers.
Commenting on the launch, Arijeet Talapatra, CEO of TRANSSION India, said, “We always seek for disruptive products and technologies that inspire our consumers to unlock the world of possibilities. Fitting well with the fast paced lifestyle of our Gen-z audiences, as well as the explosion of various forms of digital content creation and consumption over the past year; the trend of short form videos has continued to gain substantial popularity. The all-new CAMON 18 has been designed keeping in mind the need of the hour requirements of our new-age consumers and offers pro-grade camera capabilities with the combination of a big screen and a powerful processor that gives a seamless smartphone experience. Brand TECNO is already strong in the sub-10K segment by being consistently among the Top 5 smartphones in the last two quarters, and with the latest CAMON series smartphones the brand continues to increase its focus in the 10K and above segments as well.”
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CAMON 18
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Nagpur: The world’s number one direct selling company, Amway, has continued its growth trajectory in India powered by its nutrition and wellness portfolio along with its thriving community of entrepreneurs. The company is now set for the next-level transformation, further building on the growth strategy charted out by global CEO Milind Pant. Aligned with the focus on unleashing entrepreneurship and creating long term value in the health and wellness category, Amway has earmarked a global investment of over USD 300 million through 2024 to boost innovation and science, digital technology, and entrepreneurship.
Among the 100 plus markets that Amway operates in, India is one of the key growth markets. Further, India is among the top three preferred investment destinations for Amway with a focus on digital, manufacturing automation, innovation, and nutrition segment. Known for its quality health and wellness products and unparalleled business opportunities, Amway has established a strong foothold in India over the last two decades of its operations in the market. The leading entrepreneur-led health and wellness had announced an investment of over $20 million (INR 170 crores) to boost research and development, manufacturing automation, innovation & science and strengthen digital capabilities in India.
Amway Global CEO, Milind Pant said, “Amway’s global growth trajectory is focused on health and wellness and entrepreneurship. Today, entrepreneurship is being democratized like never before. And, at Amway, as an entrepreneur-led social idea, our vision is to unleash the next generation of entrepreneurs with our all-inclusive business opportunity, making it 10x easier for them to acquire and retain a community of engaged consumers. With unprecedented changes in the employment landscape and the rise of the passion economy, entrepreneurship is becoming one of the preferred choices, especially for women and the youth. Amway has been capitalizing on this growing trend by creating a robust ecosystem, providing avenues for those aspiring entrepreneurs to own and operate their business based on interests and passion they follow, irrespective of the background, education, or financial circumstances. Amway is for everyone! We have made significant strides towards driving entrepreneurship, especially among women and young millennials, through various initiatives like Nari Shakti and AmYoung to help them power their passion and create successful business ventures, thereby turning them into Passionpreneurs”.
A recent report by McKinsey stated India will be required to create 150 million jobs by 2030 to fast-track growth and meet expectation of the aspiring workforce. This clearly is an opportunity for an entrepreneur-led company like Amway which has immense potential to generate self-employment opportunities. Currently, with more than 550,000 direct sellers and retailers, Amway is poised to make a formidable impact by creating alternative employment opportunities, and thus contribute towards the economic and entrepreneurial progress of India.
“Alongside, with the rising health-conscious consumers around the world owing to the heightened awareness for health and wellness, the market is growing significantly. Being the market leader in the nutrition category, Amway has been at the forefront, aggressively innovating and indigenously developing health and wellness product solutions to meet the ever-evolving consumers’ needs. We have also witnessed a startling shift in consumer behavior in India. A recent consumer survey indicated that 85% of Indians are making a positive change to improve their current health status which clearly underlines the tremendous market potential for the nutrition category in the country. India is one of the potential markets to drive work in digital innovation and research to meet Amway’s global business needs. Aligned with this, our India team is relentlessly working on products and experiences while focusing on simplifying nutrition with differentiated formats. Through this we are targeting the masses, especially the youth. Lastly, we are also strengthening scientific capabilities with digital innovation, research and development center, and nutrition labs in the country,” he added.
As a global leader in the health and nutrition space, Amway is eyeing a global contribution of 65% from the nutrition category to drive business growth by 2024. Also, with the growing spirit of entrepreneurship in the country, Direct Selling today plays a significant role in fueling the rise of the gig economy and for Amway, this will be a key area of investment to build and offer a value proposition to these home entrepreneurs. The move to entrepreneurship is being further fueled by the rise in the passion economy, as people are increasingly turning their passions into businesses using social platforms and technology.
As India’s burgeoning millennial population ushers in the era of creator economy and social commerce, Amway is empowering the new-age entrepreneurs with digital tools and mentorship programmes. With this, Amway aims to help them better engage with their community and turn their passions into prosperity.
The global CEO of Amway, Milind Pant, took charge of the overall leadership of the company in 2019. As the first non-family CEO in Amway, Pant joined a select league of Indians to head large global firms. Under his leadership, Amway continues to build a disruptive enterprise that is customer-centric, agile, and future-oriented. He also serves as the vice-chair on the U.S-India Business Council Global Board of Directors.
Nagpur – True to its vision of ‘Transforming India Through Agriculture’, India’s leading agro-chemical company Dhanuka Agritech Limited is making large investments to promote the use of drone technology in the agriculture sector as part of its efforts to boost crop production and contribute in fulfilling the Prime Minister’s mission of making India a $ 5 trillion economy.
“Modern technology like Drones will play a pivotal role in transforming India’s agricultural sector and holds the key for uplifting the condition of farmers and increasing agricultural productivity,” said Mr. R. G. Agarwal, Group Chairman, Dhanuka Agritech Ltd while addressing a press conference on the theme of ‘Transforming India Through Agriculture‘.
“Dhanuka is also adopting and encouraging modern agriculture technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), Robotics and precision agriculture along with cutting edge crop protection technology in a big way,” he added.
The company harps on empowering farmers and break the technology fatigue and has joined hands with Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology for the same purpose and doing more such tie-ups .
Mr. Agarwal pointed out that the crop productivity and production in China is much higher than India although the area under cultivation in the two countries is almost at similar levels.
“Although there is hardly any difference in the area under cultivation between India and China, the farm sector output of China is three times higher. Productivity is high in China mainly because it uses quality inputs. On the other hand, a large chunk of spurious products is used in India resulting in lower productivity and production,” he said.
“There is utmost need to adopt technology in the agriculture segment and Drone technology will have an extremely important role in the future particularly in spraying pesticides,” Mr Agarwal said.
Usage of Drone in spraying pesticides will help in optimal usage of crop protection molecules, reduce the requirement of water and time for application. It will also reduce manpower requirements, thus helping in limiting exposure to hazardous chemicals, he said.
True to its Vision of ‘Transforming India Through Agriculture’, Dhanuka Agritech has been at the forefront of adopting new technologies,” Mr Agarwal said.
About Dhanuka Agritech Ltd
Dhanuka Agritech Limited is one of India’s leading agro-chemical companies and is listed on BSE & NSE. The company has 3 manufacturing units located in Gujarat, Rajasthan and J&K. The company is present across the country via 39 warehouses and a network of over 8 branch offices catering to 6,500 Distributors & around 75,000 Dealers.
It has international collaboration with the world’s leading agro-chemical companies from US, Japan and Europe which helps them to introduce the latest technology in Indian farmlands.
Dhanuka’s workforce with more than 1,000 techno-commercial staff, supported by a strong R&D division and a robust distribution network helps it to reach out to approximately 10 million Indian farmers with its products and services.
Mumbai: World’s #1 selling Cough and Cold brand*, Vicks announced today that it has roped in Bollywood Superstar Ranveer Singh as its new brand ambassador in India to build a deeper youth connect and inspire youngsters to speak confidently ‘khich khich’ free.
Today’s youth actively seek newer ways to express themselves in a way that is true to them without any khich khich or irritation. Go-getter Ranveer, with his mass appeal and strong youth connect, is admired for his quirky style, infectious energy, and his unwavering zeal to achieve what he sets his mind to. Leveraging on Ranveer’s outspoken personality and cool quotient, the brand aims to reinforce its message of urging the younger generation to bid farewell to khich khich and face the world with confidence, resonating its ethos to a wider audience.
Sharing his thoughts on the new collaboration, Ranveer Singh shared, “Vicks has always been a part of my home and growing up, I have often turned to Vicks Cough Drops to get relief from a sore throat. I’m excited to associate with a brand that has been a part of my childhood and continues to be my go-to till date. I hope together we can encourage the youth to speak khich khich free, and to face the world in their best form.”
Sahil Sethi, Senior Director and Category Head, Personal Healthcare, Procter and Gamble added, “Vicks ki Goli is beloved for its timeless and iconic communication, recognizable across the country for relieving khich khich and enabling one to speak with confidence without any throat irritation. Signing Ranveer Singh as our ambassador complements this ethos as he is an inspiration to many for his exuberance and eminence. Ranveer has the natural ability to connect with a wide audience and through this partnership, we aim to establish a stronger connect with consumers around Vicks Cough Drops and its benefit of alleviating sore throat irritation.”
*Nicholas Hall’s global CHC sales database, DB6
About Vicks® – Vicks offers a portfolio of trusted products that are used by millions of people in more than 70 countries around the world. The Vicks family includes – Vicks VapoRub™ Ointment™, NyQuil™, DayQuil™ and Vicks® VapoDrops™. As one of the most globally recognized brands, Vicks is proud to have helped relieve cough, cold, and flu symptoms for generations. Headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, Vicks is owned and distributed by Procter & Gamble.
New Delhi: Microsoft India and WhiteHat Jr today announced a collaboration to provide students and teachers access to personalized and immersive learning experiences with Minecraft.
Whitehat Jr, the leading live one-on-one online learning platform with courses on coding, math, and music, will offer a Code with Minecraft course for students on its platform.
The collaboration is part of Microsoft and WhiteHat Jr’s joint vision to reimagine learning in India with technology to unlock new possibilities for learners and empower educators. The Code with Minecraft program will provide students an opportunity to master important coding concepts through highly curated curriculum based on Minecraft. As part of this collaboration, Microsoft will also help upskill WhiteHat Jr educators through special workshops delivered by the Minecraft Education Edition Teacher Academy.
The Code with Minecraft course is available in multiple packages for students aged 6-14 years. Students start with game-based learning on Minecraft where they can build their own game heroes, game worlds and play multiplayer games within Minecraft’s rich, ever-evolving environment, while learning foundational coding concepts such as commands, sequences, variables, loops and conditionals. As students progress through the curriculum, they will learn advanced coding concepts and languages.
Trupti Mukker, CEO, WhiteHat Jr, said, “Young learners experience the joy of creating with technology through our coding courses. Students love our classes as they work on live projects and develop new skills with the support of a live teacher. For years, Minecraft has fascinated children across the world. We are very excited to be able to collaborate with Microsoft India and bring such an engaging learning experience to children.”
Speaking about the initiative, Navtez Bal, Executive Director, Public Sector, Microsoft India, said, “The skills of the future will look very different from the skills that exist today. Platforms like Minecraft are ensuring students have deep, immersive learning experiences that unlocks both creativity and critical thinking. Our partnership with WhiteHat Jr is a strong step in making learning engaging and preparing young adults with the skills they need to thrive in a digital economy.”
Benefits from learning through ‘Code with Minecraft’
Minecraft is a sandbox for unlimited creativity in which students are presented with fundamental blocks to imagine and create various shapes, items and entire worlds. Students use simplified block code editing to modify anything, from how characters look to the physical laws that govern them. The guided, hands-on approach of designing rich, 3D environments further customizes the learning experience. Additionally, Minecraft gives students access to a thriving 140-million-strong global community of gamers and creators.
Sony SAB’s Ziddi Dil – Maane Na has become the audience’s favourite with its gripping storyline around the cadets of the Parakram SAF. The upcoming episodes will witness actor Angad Hasija’s entry in the show, as Kundan, and his character is all set to bring exciting twists to Sanjana (Diljot Chhabra) and Sid’s (Kunal Karan Kapoor) budding relationship.
Angad Hasija expressed his excitement on entering the show and said, “This is my first show with Sony SAB, and I’m really excited to be a part of it. It has been fascinating so far, the vibe on the set has been absolutely lovely, and everyone has been very warm and welcoming. I feel blessed to have bagged opportunities that have always helped me expand my reach as an artist and learn new skill sets, and this role is another feather to the cap.”
While talking about the anticipation, Angad said, “My fans have been messaging me on social media, and it’s amazing to see the curiosity regarding my role in Ziddi Dil. I am excited to play this character because it is important to get variations as an artist, and when you’re set up and the team is great, the outcome is even better.”
Talking about the concept of the show, Angad said, “The concept of the show is very unique, and everyone is portraying their character really well. When the people you work with are great, there is a lot of positivity that comes in. I am sure that my journey on the show will be amazing, and I’m looking forward to working with everyone.”
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Nagpur: Dr. Nitin Tiwari, Senior Consultant- Cardiology, Wockhardt Hospitals Nagpur has been awarded with prestigious Human Rights Award on the occasion of “World Human Rights Day”. The reputed award was given to him by National Human Rights Resources Development Association. Only five individuals from the country are given this honor every year. This makes Dr. Nitin Tiwari the only awardee in the state of Maharashtra.
The award has been given for his extraordinary contribution in the field of Interventional Cardiology and saving scores of life in his career of more than 20 years.
Dr. Tiwari was given this significant honor to also mark the contribution the doctor community has given in the field of medicine during this pandemic. “I feel highly obliged and thankful to the organization for being so thoughtful about our contributions”, said Dr. Nitin Tiwari.
“We are giving this award to Dr. Tiwari for saving valuable lives and contribute in making lives better”, said Dr. Anmol Tembhurne, National General Secretary, National Human Rights Resources Development Association, Nagpur.
The announcement of the above prize was made on World Human Rights Day in Sarnath, Varanasi.
The award was presented to Dr. Tiwari in a ceremony conducted at Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur in presence of team members of NHRRDA- Dr. Anmol Tembhurne, National General Secretary, Mr. Dilip Bahariya, Maharashtra President, Mr. Pradeep Trivedi, Secretary- Maharashtra and Dr. Gunwant Dhote, member. Cardiac team of Wockhardt Hospitals along with Dr. Rakesh Shah, Head- Clinical Administration was also present at the event.
आगळ्या आणि वैशिष्ट्यपूर्ण अदाकारीने बॉलिवुडमध्ये मुद्रा उमटवणारे नाव म्हणजे अनुपम खेर. खेर यांनी आज कू वर पोस्ट केलेला ‘काश्मिर फाइल्स’ या आगामी सिनेमाचे मोशन पोस्टर लक्ष वेधून घेते आहे.काश्मिरी फाइल्स सिनेमाचे मोशन पोस्टर आले समोर. विवेक अग्निहोत्री लिखित आणि दिग्दर्शित हा सिनेमा प्रदर्शनाआधीच चर्चेत आहे. यात काश्मिरी पंडितांच्या संघर्षावर प्रकाश टाकण्यात आलाय. याआधी अग्निहोत्री यांची ‘द ताश्कंद फाइल्स’ फिल्म चर्चेत होती.
‘कू’वर सिनेमाचे मोशन पोस्टर शेअर करताना खेर यांनी म्हटले आहे, ‘हा सिनेमा, त्यातला माझा परफॉर्मन्स, मी माझ्या वडिलांच्या स्मृतीला मी अर्पण करतो. माझ्यासाठी हा सिनेमा नाही तर काश्मिरी पंडितांचं ते वास्तव आहे, जे 30 हून आधिक वर्षे लपवलं गेलं. हे सत्य आता तुमच्यासमोर येईल 26 जानेवारीला.’ सिनेमात अनुपम खेर पुष्कर नाथ पंडित नावाचं पात्र साकारत आहेत. पुष्कर नाथ हे तत्वज्ञानाचे निवृत्त प्राध्यापक असतात. 19 जानेवारी 1990 च्या एका भयाण रात्री त्यांना काश्मिरहून आपला मुलगा, सून आणि दोन नातवंडांसह परागंदा व्हावे लागते. पुढे जे काही होते त्याचे चित्रण सिनेमात केले आहे. कू वर पोस्ट करताना खेर यांनी #RightToJustice आणि #Pushkar असे हॅशटॅगही दिले आहेत.
विशेष म्हणजे, अनुपम खेर यांनी ‘कू’वर आज 20 लाख फॉलोवर्स पूर्ण केले आहेत. खेर ‘कू’वर सक्रीय असलेल्या सेलिब्रिटीजपैकी असून ते सतत खासगी जीवनासह कामाबाबतही पोस्ट करत असतात.
New Delhi: As a brand that has always celebrated the spirit of those who push themselves in the face of fear to achieve extraordinary results; Mountain Dew® is all set to inspire the youth of India to push boundaries and move beyond fear and self-doubt through its Darr Ke Aage Jeet Hai campaign this year.
The beverage brand has unveiled its new power packed TVC today featuring Bollywood superstar and brand ambassador Hrithik Roshan. Taking the excitement up a notch, the film has been shot on the top of the world’s tallest building – Emaar’s Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The TVC is a reiteration of Mountain Dew®’s belief that in the face of any challenge there are 2 choices; either succumb to fear & turn back or overcome the fear & move ahead – it is this choice that sets the real heroes apart from the rest.
Based on the powerful life insight of ‘Darr Ke Aage Jeet Hai’ the film opens to a birds-eye view shot from the top of the Burj Khalifa where Hrithik gears up to perform a daring stunt in front of a huge audience while representing India in making a world record. The film captures both the dilemma & the determination of Hrithik Roshan as he evaluates the choice in front of him. Hrithik takes a ‘himmat ka ghoonth’ (sip of Mountain Dew®), a resolute look crosses his face as he plunges off from the edge of Burj Khalifa on his bike defying all odds.
Speeding down from his bike from Burj Khalifa on a slim runway, Hrithik leaves the audience on-ground gasping with disbelief and fear as he falters and skids mid-way. However, with an unwavering spirit, Hrithik successfully makes his way to the end of the runway and emerges as a winner as audience applaud him for this jaw-dropping action.
Speaking about his experience of shooting the TVC, brand ambassador Hrithik Roshan said, “Mountain Dew’s philosophy of “Darr Ke Aage Jeet Hai” is in line with my belief that no matter who you are or where you are from, it is an individual’s courage in the face of fear that makes him/her a real hero. It was a thrilling experience to shoot this TVC on Burj Khalifa and I am confident that this adventurous film will resonate strongly with my viewers. With this campaign, we are striving to reach new heights – quite literally and hope to inspire the youth to uphold their confidence and face their fears head on.”
Vineet Sharma, Category Director- Mountain Dew & Sting, PepsiCo India said, “Mountain Dew has always saluted the spirit of risk taking and pushing boundaries to achieve success beyond fear & self-doubt. This year, the brand reiterates that real heroes are those who face challenges head-on and emerge as winners. We are confident that the ‘Darr Se Daroge Toh Kuch Bada Kaise Karoge’ narrative in our new campaign will strike a chord with the consumers and the action-packed sequence featuring Hrithik on top of the world’s tallest building – Burj Khalifa will reinstate our ‘Darr Ke Aage Jeet Hai’ philosophy.”
The Mountain Dew® TVC will be amplified across TV, digital, outdoor, and social media with a 360-degree campaign. Mountain Dew® is available in single/multi serve packs across modern and traditional retail outlets as well as on leading e-commerce platforms.
Pune: 189 year old legacy jewellery brand, PNG Jewellers, pursues an art form that is a testament to our proud heritage. Every year, for the bridal season, the brand creates a collection that is an ode to the rich history of Maharashtra as well as the rest of India. These collections go beyond jewellery design itself and speak a language of the arts, culture and traditions.
This year, PNG Jewellers has introduced a collection created in reverence to our timeless traditions, “Pratha”. The “Pratha” collection is an Anthology of timeless traditions etched into the history of India, expressed through the craft of jewellery making. These bridal sets which include Heavy Bridal sets, necklaces, chokers, stunning diamond pieces, earrings, rings, maangtikas, Kadas etc. have been created keeping in mind the choices of today’s brides. For every bride to be, her wedding is one of the most important days of her life. The wedding jewellery is a symbol of her entering a new future. “Pratha” includes finely crafted gold jewellery for all wedding occasions, from the Engagement, Haldi ceremony, Sangeet ceremony, the Wedding and the Reception! The collection was launched by Marathi film and television actress, TejaswiniPandit at the brand’s flagship Laxmi road store in Pune.
Past collections include “Nakshi”, a beautiful array of designs inspired by motifs on Paithani sarees, while “Katha” was a collection reviving 100 year old jewellery designs by utilizing moulds from that era. Every year, to make the bridal season special, PNG Jewellers introduces collections that wow the audience and help revive traditional jewellery art forms.
Speaking on the occasion, Tejaswini said,” No jeweller in Maharashtra understands the art of jewellery making, quite like PNG. To create timeless classics year after year to wow brides all across is a phenomenal achievement. I tried some of the pieces at the store today and I must say I am stunned by how beautiful they are. All brides-to-be will love these.”
Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman and Managing Director, PNG Jewellers said,” Young couples today want to not only express their modern views but also want to remain attached to their traditions. They want to express their roots and culture through fashion and style relevant to today especially on occasions that demand a traditional approach yet seek individual style sensibilities. Our “Pratha” collection for the 2022 wedding seasonconnects our present to our golden past. We have tried to capture our rich traditions as well as the warmth of our relations through this collection. Every single piece in this collection comes from the timelessness of traditions followed in Indian weddings. Brides can also avail customization of pieces as per their needs and preference of styles to match their wedding trousseau. “Pratha” will be available across all PNG Jewellers stores in Maharashtra and Goa.”
Bengaluru: Techurate Systems Pvt Ltd, a Global Smart Banking technology company has implemented digital services for The Nagpur Nagarik Sahakari Bank. Techurate’s Digital Banking SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) offering is designed as an accessible solution to help banks to modernize their operations. Designed specifically for the banking sector, the platform has already seen adoption by banks in Africa and The Middle East.
The cost-effective SaaS offering by Techurate is designed to help banks reduce cost, drive operational efficiencies, and deliver world-class customer experiences. Techurate implemented this project jointly with the Finacle Core Banking team who implemented their Finacle 10 core banking platform for the bank.
Commenting on the same, Mr Rajesh Edlabadkar- Head IT NNSB said, “Techurate, has successfully implemented the Retail and Corporate Banking Digital banking modules (internet banking and mobile banking) seamlessly by integrating it with our Finacle (10) core banking system. The Techurate team was responsive, professional in their approach and showed good domain knowledge application in making our launch a success.”
Commenting on the same Harshavardhan Pusala Founder and Managing Director at Techurate Systems Private Limited said, “Working with the NNSB team has been a great privilege. It is encouraging to see co-operative bank adopting technology not only to enhance customer experience but also to reduce costs. As a company we have learned a lot from this project which is reflected in the quality and functionality of the software we are developing for them and for our clients going forward.
The e-banking suite launched by the bank on Ganesh Chaturthi day is the bank’s maiden step in its Digital Transformation journey. Internet banking channels are expected to reach its customer base, spread across Nagpur thereby enhancing service reach, complementing its physical branches.
Customers will also be experiencing the convenience of Mobile banking helping the bank onboard more customers digitally and provide them a full spectrum of services at the click of a button. NNSB is effectively leveraging best technologies in core and digital banking in pursuing growth and enhanced customer experience.
About Nagpur Nagarik Sahakari Bank (NNSB)
Nagpur Nagarik Sahakari Bank is one of the oldest and leading Cooperative bank in Vidarbha. The Bank started with a meager capital amount of Rs. 26000/- and has grown to a capital base of Rs. 1493.46 lac with 60521 members as on 31st March, 2010. The Bank was awarded Scheduled bank status on 22nd May 1999 after fulfilling the criteria of desired deposit base. The bank has also acquired Multistate Scheduled Bank status on 21st March 2001. Today, the area of operation of the bank is entire state of Maharashtra , Madhya Pradesh and Raipur, Durg in the state of Chattisgarh.
The Bank has 45 Nos of fully computerized branches with one Service branch and Head Office. Out of the above, the bank own’s premises for its 19 branches with modern interiors. For further information visit the website https://www.nnsbank.co.in/
About Techurate
Techurate is a Global Smart Banking technology company with a fine blend of technology skills, strong domain knowledge, 500+ years of industry experience in IT. Techurate has worked in several highly under-banked nations and has successfully leveraged the power of Digital in bringing a vast audience into the organised banking fold. Headquartered in Bangalore, the company has served around 250+ Banks and Financial Institutions across 15+ geographies globally in a short span.
With its flagship products and services the company has scripted several success stories in emerging markets like Zambia , Cameroon, Botswana, that they are looking to repeat in Latin America and India.
Techurate provides highly customised Digital Banking Technology Solutions for Banks and Financial Institutions that systematically deliver greater agility, measurable business value and enhanced customer experience. For further information visit the website http://www.techurate.com
Mumbai: Widely known for his bestseller books Catalyst and Get Better at Getting Better, the late Chandramouli Venkatesan’s third book titled TRANSFORM was completed just before he succumbed to pancreatic cancer. It was intended to be a part of a longer series of books he wanted to write to help guide people to better navigate their careers. In this new book, published by Penguin, Mouli does what he does best, highlighting the most important ways to grow and improve through a key skill – people management.
Having a proven 29-year track record across companies like Asian Paints, Onida, Mondelez (erstwhile Cadbury) and Pidilite, Mouli has worked across multiple disciplines and brings all his experience to life through the insights he provides in this book.
During his career, Mouli observed that people management skills are a near universal requirement in all industries, and their impact in making a person successful is high. He also found that the people at the top are not necessarily the most technically competent or the most creative, but they were almost always good leaders and managers – making them good at people management. He viewed people management as one of the four key levers to achieving success in one’s life & work.
We often view people management to be the actions that “leaders” and “managers” take, and many of us dream of being “leaders” one day ourselves. Mouli’s writing style, however, makes you rethink concepts such as leadership and management and how they actually aren’t one dimensional in nature.
This book is based on a development program Mouli used to run called “Lead & Manage”. The book aims to bust certain myths we have – such as “leaders” only being those with leadership built into their role, like a CEO. In fact, he argues that no matter your role, your actions must be to both lead and manage simultaneously.
What makes Transform different is that Mouli has developed a practical work plan for his readers. By completing the few simple exercises in the book rigorously, you can learn to drive various behavioural and action based shifts in the way one approaches their career.
On book, Mr. Anand Kripalu, Managing Director & CEO, EPL says, “Mouli has been one of my best reportees. The book shares insights on people management to help young managers move up the corporate ladder fast. I am sure the book will leave a lasting impact and accelerate the careers of those who read it.”
Dr. Ranjan Banerjee, Dean – BITSoM, says, “How do you grow your people and in doing so, grow yourself? As somebody who has been both CEO and HR head, Mouli is/was uniquely placed to speak about this. Clear, simple and actionable, this is a must read for both aspiring and current leaders.“
Insightful and practical, TRANSFORM is a comprehensive book on leadership and management which covers many important concepts to improve chances of corporate success.
Available at book stores and on Amazon.in
Hardcover | Non-fiction | Rs. 399
Bhushan Shukla belongs to Delhi and some of his best work includes Saam Daam Dand Bhed, Hum Paanch Phir Se, in films like Haider, Tanu weds Manu Returns, Sultan, Poster Boys, Lucknow Central etc and web series like Ye Meri Family, The Insiders, AK-47, Breathe, Taj and many Ads with some of the best brands. PP Singh is an ex-gangster turned politician who also happens to a be pehelwan. There are tales galore of PP Singh winning bouts against wrestlers considered as stalwarts. His greed for power and money has got him into crime and politics and, here too, he has carved a niche for himself in the world of crime. He knows to get the work done by hook or crook. In his greed for power, he jumps into politics and has a strong-hold in the local elections. But beyond his outwardly appearance as a dabang goonda-turned neta lives a doting father whose daughter, Tia, is the apple of his eye. Since his wife passed away after giving birth to Tia, he has raised her in his own dabang way. PP Singh may be a terror to the people of Patna but Tia is someone who can terrorize him.
Here, Brij Bhushan Shukla Talks about his character PP Singh and more.
What made you say yes for this show?
Ans- The producers, the director and the team of artistes (have worked with them previously as well)
How did you prepare for the role?
Ans- It’s not only the lines written in the script; I try to read between the lines. The emotions, the situation and my inter-personal relations with other characters. When all fall in place the action begins.
If there is one thing you would like to change about your character in the show, what would it be?
Ans- As of now. Nothing
What was your first reaction when you were finalised for the show?
Ans- ‘Happy’. When its comedy I am always on. That’s what I love performing in it.
How do you’ll deal with creative differences on the set while shooting?
Ans- Discussions always works. Whenever I have any doubt or suggestion about the scene or dialogues, I always discuss it with the director and the creative team.
Watch Hari Mirch Lal Mirch Ek Teekhi Ek Karaari at 8:30 PM, every Monday to Saturday, on Azaad. The channel is available on Tata Sky 183, DD FreeDish Channel no 36, Siti Cable 134 and free on MX Player.
Sony SAB’s Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey has become audiences’ favourite through its refreshing, relevant and optimistic storylines based on classic family tales. The upcoming episode is sure to strike a chord with the audience as it delivers an important message. With Sakhi (Chinmayee Salvi) taking centre stage, she stands up for the right and tells why ‘No means No’ with sheer brilliance.
As the Wagle family goes away from home, Gungun (Prapti Shukla) decides to stay at Sakhi’s place until the Wagle’s are back. While conversing with two of her friends, Gungun mentions about her stay at Sakhi’s home and her guy friends self-invite themselves despite Gungun and Sakhi constantly telling them ‘NO’. Rajesh (Sumeet Raghavan) and Harshad (Amit Soni) return home unannounced and are shocked to see the Gungun’s friends. The strong resistance highlights that ‘NO’ means ‘NO’ in every sense of the term.
Shocked and agitated, what will Rajesh and Harshad do next? Will they believe Sakhi and Gungun or take some action? Tune-in to the episode to find out!
Chinmayee Salvi, essaying the role of Sakhi, said, “With every storyline, our effort is to bring to light some prevalent and thought-provoking issues that need to be addressed. The need to respect women’s dignity and their choices has never been more imperative, and with this narrative, we are doing our bit to send out an important message. I would urge my fans and all the viewers to watch this episode and help spread the positive word around it.”
Stay tuned to Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey every Monday to Saturday 9 PM only on Sony SAB
PUNE: The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) in collaboration with RMI and RMI India hosted the first City Electric Vehicle (EV) Accelerator workshop to fast-track electric vehicle adoption in Pune.
During the workshop, the city government showcased ongoing electric mobility initiatives and encouraged key industry stakeholders to share their recommendations. Discussions covered topics such as charging infrastructure, urban freight, first and last-mile connectivity and governance & awareness campaigns. PMC shared its vision and roadmap for the newly established city EV cell, a first-of-its kind governing mechanism for EVs in the country.
Shri Aaditya Thackeray, Cabinet Minister Environment and Climate Change, Tourism and Protocol, Govt. of Maharashtra attended the event and reiterated the state’s climate agenda. He highlighted Maharashtra’s commitment to reducing transport sector emissions and hailed Pune’s leadership in translating ambition of the state’s EV policy into ground-level actions. “City EV Accelerator initiative will help Pune redefine and future proof its mobility system. Pune’s EV cell model will set an example for the rest of Maharashtra and should be replicated to meet the state’s EV targets for 2025,” said the Hon’ble Minister.
Also attending the workshop were stakeholders from the civic administration and representatives from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), charging infrastructure manufacturers and operators, fleet aggregators, start-ups, academia and civil society.
The workshop saw participation of senior leaders from the state including Additional Chief Secretary (Transport), Shri Ashish Kumar Singh. Shri Vikram Kumar, Municipal Commissioner, PMC and Dr Kunal Khemnar, Additional Municipal Commissioner, PMC, were present along with the members of the Pune EV Cell.
Shri Ashish Kumar Singh, Additional Chief Secretary (Transport), Government of Maharashtra, said, “We are hoping that the incentives offered under the state EV policy can help Pune in leapfrogging towards an EV ready infrastructure and ecosystem.” Rapid deployment of EVs in Pune will be crucial for its pledge to the United Nations Climate Change Race to Zero Campaign and its 10-year carbon neutrality goal. Shri Vikram Kumar, Municipal Commissioner, Pune, during his remarks said, “Pune is among the first Indian
cities to operationalise an EV Cell to drive adoption of EVs. We are preparing an actionable city EV readiness plan and aim to implement projects over the next one year that will set Pune for mass uptake of EVs, thus reducing the air pollution and carbon emissions from fossil fuel based transportation systems.”
Ms Akshima Ghate, Senior Principal, RMI India, said, “RMI India is inspired by the progressive actions of the Maharashtra government. We are committed to support the clean mobility transition in Pune and look forward to working with more cities to develop new strategies to foster the EV ecosystem.” The City EV Accelerator platform will continue to engage stakeholders to address implementation challenges towards EV adoption.
About Pune Municipal Corporation
The Pune Municipal Corporation (Puṇe Mahānagarpālikā) is the civic body that governs the inner limits of Pune, India. It oversees the civic needs and infrastructure of the metropolis, which is spread over an area of 516 sq. km. and has 5 million residents (after merger of new villages). Established on 15 February 1950, the executive power of the PMC is vested in the Municipal Commissioner, appointed by the Government of Maharashtra. The position is held by Vikram Kumar, IAS.
About RMI
RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5 C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world’s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policy makers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.
About RMI India
RMI India is an independent think tank. RMI India takes inspiration from and collaborates with RMI, a 40-year-old non-governmental organisation. RMI India’s mission is to accelerate India’s transition to a clean, prosperous, and inclusive energy future.
It is that time of the year again when the mercury dips a little lower and evenings get longer. The air, although cold, is filled with the warmth of love and laughter. It is the time for Christmas where the days are merry. While Christmas is celebrated differently in various parts of the world, the essence and spirit is universal. The festival is all about coming together of communities and appreciating and merry making of one another. Houses are decorated with glittering lights and Christmas trees; loved ones are showered with gifts and treats.
Christmas is also the time when people indulge in scrumptious and appetizing meals with family and friends along with a variety of sweets. However, the multiple feasts and parties, while tantalizing to the taste buds, are not so great for the family’s health. But it is entirely possible to celebrate a healthier Christmas by simply adding nutritious foods to the mix. Almonds are a perfect example of one such food – they satiate our hunger pangs and are good for our health. Additionally, they are known to be the gift of good health, as they provide a variety of benefits across heart health, diabetes and weight management. Almonds are also a very versatile gift as they can be consumed in a variety of ways: plain, roasted or flavored and at any time of the day, with or between meals. So, make sure to treat your guests and gift your family and friends’ almonds, this Christmas.
Speaking of balancing the healthy with the not-so-healthy foods, Leading Bollywood Actress, Soha Ali Khan said, “Christmas for me is all about spending time with the family, and sharing gifts. This year, I plan on sharing thoughtful gifts that will add to my friends and family’s health, and almonds are on the top of the list. The advantages of doing this are twofold. One, they serve as a delicious snack, and two, they are known to be a source of several nutrients required for a healthy life, which makes them an apt gift.”
According to the well-known Fitness and Celebrity Instructor, Yasmin Karachiwala, “Christmas time for many means a week of overindulgence in baked goods and merrymaking which in turn can often lead to bloating and weight gain. Break this cycle by changing the approach to the festivities and gifting healthy foods like almonds instead, which can be used in dishes prepared during the parties or eaten as a snack anytime. Almonds are known to have satiating properties, and provide energy. Added to that, global and Indian research also suggests that daily consumption of almonds supports heart health and weight management and may have benefits for those with type 2 diabetes, which makes them a great gift to share with loved ones.”
Ritika Samaddar, the Regional Head-Dietetics, Max Healthcare – Delhi mentioned, “Christmas is a good time to reflect on the year gone by and begin to make resolutions for the next year. One of the most important lessons a lot of us have learned this year is the need to take care of our family and our own immunity. Be sure to imbibe this learning into your gifting plan. Instead of sharing calorie laden sweets or chocolates with loved ones, opt for almonds as they are known to be a source of immunity supporting nutrients like zinc, folate, vitamin E and copper .”
Sheela Krishnaswamy, Nutrition and Wellness Consultant said, “Through Christmas time and year end, a lot of us tend to freely consume sweets which often are gifted by loved ones. A good strategy is to avoid this to change our own attitude towards gifting. This year, gift healthy foods like almonds instead as they make for a nutritious and beneficial choice. In fact, research suggests snacking on 42 grams of almonds everyday can help in reducing central adiposity (belly fat) and well-established heart disease risk factors .”
Integrative Nutritionist and Health Coach, Neha Ranglani mentioned, “Come Christmas time, everyone is looking for gifts to share with loved one’s – especially younger people who love to celebrate the occasion. But sharing chocolates or cakes, isn’t the best for their health. Therefore, instead of gifting unhealthy foods, choose to share almonds. Almonds make for a healthy snack and can be consumed anytime when hunger strikes. Additionally, snacking on almonds can also be a good way to improve glucose metabolism in adolescents and young adults with prediabetes. In fact, a recent study suggests that snacking on almonds can be a beneficial food-based strategy to help improve blood sugar levels, therefore helping prevent or delay the development of diabetes in younger people .
So, make this Christmas merrier by adding some crunchy and nutritious almonds to the family’s daily diet!
New Delhi: TECNO, the global premium smartphone brand, is back to doing what it does best – break the mould with segment first features that have enabled the company to consolidate its position among top 5 smartphone players in the 5-10k segment. Launching yet another all-rounder smartphone under its most popular ‘Spark series’ portfolio, the all-new Spark 8T is priced at an aggressive Rs. 8,999. Equipped with disruptive features such as a segment-first 50MP AI Dual Rear High-resolution camera, 6.6 FHD Display, Helio G35 Processor which is specially created for gaming, and a massive 5000 mAh battery. SPARK 8T is designed to give an all-rounded entertainment experience to its Gen Z customers across India.
Smartphones in the SPARK series are known for their superior camera, display, and overall smartphone experience in the affordable segment. The TECNO Spark 8T is a major upgrade of the Spark 7T, the introduction of this new smartphone will further elevate the entertainment quotient of TECNO smartphones. The all-new Spark 8T becomes the first in this segment to offer 50MP AI Dual Rear Camera with Quad Flash a premium camera design with Integrated FP sensor for HD Clear Photography with features like 1080P time lapse and 120fps Slow motion for a professional photography experience. Along with that Spark 8T flaunts a 6.6FHD+ Display, with 5000mAh battery and an 8MP Selfie Camera, all this packed in a premium attractive design in vibrant colors.
Commenting on the launch, Arijeet Talapatra, CEO of TRANSSION India, said, “At TECNO, we are constantly pushing the boundary to make cutting-edge mobile camera technology available to everyone at affordable prices. With the SPARK series, our strategy is to continue to focus on smartphones that disrupt the budget and mid-budget segments with industry-leading specifications at unmatched price points. The latest Spark 8T has been designed keeping in mind the need of the hour requirements of the Gen Z. We are confident with the all-new Spark 8T we will be successful in meeting the entertainment needs of the aspirational Bharat. “
Spark 8T will be available in four new colors namely Iris Purple, Atlantic blue, Turquoise Cyan and Cocoa Gold
Around 107 healthcare workers from 34 hospitals are undergoing training to deliver safe and respectful care to the expecting mothers
Nagpur: The Manyata and LaQshya – Manyata certification in Maharashtra by FOGSI is being given to 14 maternity facilities in Nagpur amid the COVID19 pandemic, which is impacting pregnant women severely. These facilities are among the 34 that have been trained and are undergoing training and assessment the city. This has ensured 3138 safe deliveries across the city. Some of the hospitals in Nagpur that have been certified by Manyata are Matru Sewa Sangh, Mahal Maternity Home, Harsha hospital in Dharampeth, Shrikhande Hospital in Dhantoli, Deshmukh Hospital in Surendra Nagar among others. In Maharashtra, the Public Health Department Government of Maharashtra (GoM) and FOGSI (Federation of Obstetric and Gynecological Societies of India) joined hands in 2019 to launch the LaQshya Manyata initiative. It was launched to enable and further build the capacity of private maternity-care providers in delivering quality maternity and new-born care.
LaQshya-Manyata adopts an innovative approach to cater to the diverse needs of private maternity facilities. Using skill drills and digital case-based learning, the program trains private maternity facilities on essential patient care, safety, and facility improvement components. The training modules are based on a set of 26 quality standards. LaQshya-Manyata is a giant leap forward in advancing maternal healthcare outcomes in Maharashtra. By addressing quality care in the private sector, the programme complements other public sector efforts towards building a holistic health system – so that no mother dies during childbirth.
Dr Chaitanya Shembekar, Chairman and MD of Omega Hospital, which is the Nagpur Centre for Skill Enhancement for Manyata, said, “Our hospital has successfully undergone the training and assessment to receive the Manyata certification and are very pleased to be a part of this family. We are also honored to have become the CSE in Nagpur; our hospital will be the center to provide training and conduct sessions with the registered hospitals. We currently have 19 hospitals from Nagpur registered for the training. I sincerely thank FOGSI and the GoM to have launched this initiative to bring about standardization in private maternity hospitals and raise the bar for quality maternal care in the state of Maharashtra.”
Dr Alka Mukherjee, Director, Mukherjee Multispeciality Hospital in Nagpur which has received the Manyata certification, said, “The LaQshya Manyata training, assessment and certification has really changed the way we offer treatment and service in our facility. Undergoing the training and assessment process was very enriching and transformational for our hospital. It is not an easy process to receive the certification, the staff and doctors really need to strive hard to adhere to the quality standards under the curriculum. I am happy to have received the training and certification which has refined the outlook of everyone at the hospital.”
Due to the COVID19 pandemic, the Manyata and LaQshya-Manyata initiative shifted its entire process of training and assessment to a digital model. The program implementation partners have been conducting virtual trainings as well as assessments to drive the initiative. Recently, LaQshya-Manyata has completed the assessments for over 100 facilities and reached a new milestone amidst the pandemic. Additionally, the LaQshya-Manyata initiative has expanded to 26 districts of Maharashtra.
लोकप्रिय चित्रपट निर्माता आणि दिग्दर्शक करण जोहरचा सिनेमा ‘कभी खुशी कभी गम’ला 20 वर्ष पूर्ण झाली आहेत. यानिमित्त त्याने ‘कू’ वर खास पोस्ट लिहित एक अनोखा व्हीडिओही शेअर केला आहे.
‘कभी खुशी कभी गम’ या सिनेमाने गेली 20 वर्ष प्रेक्षकांच्या मनात घर केलेलं आहे. महानायक अमिताभ बच्चन, काजोल, ह्रतिक रोशन, शाहरूख खान, जया बच्चन आणि करीना कपूरच्या अभिनयाने सजलेल्या या सिनेमाचं वेगवान आणि रंजक कथानक, गाणी, नृत्य यांनी हरेकाला खिळवून ठेवलं होतं. या सिनेमाला 20 वर्षं पूर्ण झाल्यानिमित्त करण जोहरसह जगभरातल्या चाहत्यांना आनंद झाला आहे.
करण जोहर मागच्या आठवडाभरापासून या बाबीचे सेलिब्रेशन करतो आहे. आज त्यांनी सगळ्या चाहत्यांसाठी एक खास नोट लिहिली आहे. करणने सगळ्या चाहत्यांसाठी एक स्पेशल नोट लिहिली आहे. सोबतच एक व्हीडिओही शेअर केलाय ज्यात शाहरूख, करीना, अमिताभससह इतरही स्टार्स दिसत आहेत. करण म्हणाला, की त्याला या सिनेमासाठी जे प्रेम मिळालं त्यासाठी थॅंक्यू हा शब्द पुरेसा नाही. व्हीडिओमध्ये करण हा फराह खान, शर्मिष्ठा रॉय, डिझायनर आणि सिनेमा बनवणाऱ्या प्रत्येकाला धन्यवाद म्हणत आहेत. थ्रोबॅक व्हीडिओमध्ये करणचे दिवंगत वडील यश जोहर हेसुद्धा दिसत आहेत. करणने सगळ्यांना k3G ची 20 वर्ष पूर्ण झाल्याबद्दल शुभेच्छा दिल्या आहेत.
करण जोहरने लिहिले आहे, ‘कभी खुशी कभी गम’साठी जगाच्या प्रत्येक कोपऱ्यातून प्रेम मिळते आहे. मी अक्षरश: निशब्द झालो आहे. धन्यवाद हा शब्दही कमी पडतो आहे. आज माझ्या काळजाचा हा छोटासा तुकडा तुमच्यासाठी…’
‘धर्मा प्रॉडक्शन्स’तर्फे आलेली ही फिल्म करण जोहर यांनी दिग्दर्शित केली होती. चित्रपटात शाहरूख खान आणि ह्रतिक रोशनची मुख्य भूमिका आहे. अमिताभ बच्चन आणि जया बच्चन यात दोघांचे पालक बनले होते. सोबतच काजोल आणि करीनानेही यात मुख्य भूमिका निभावली आहे. हा सिनेमा कमालीचा हिट झाला होता.
Sony SAB’s Tera Yaar Hoon Main is at a crucial juncture with Rishabh (Ansh Sinha) and Barry (Viraj Kapoor) at loggerheads regarding Gargi (Tasneem Khan), leading to an unfortunate incident as Barry falls off the terrace. Rajeev (Ssudeep Sahir) and Daljeet’s (Sayantani Ghosh) marriage barely saw the break of dawn, and with this accident, their relationship will undergo a testing time.
Barry falls off the roof and severely injures himself, leaving the entire family worried. Everyone reaches a state of grave shock as they learn that this accident left Barry with partial memory loss and a critically injured leg. Rishabh feels guilty while Daljeet and Rajeev try to figure out how the accident conspired. Soon, Rajeev finds out that Rishabh and Barry got into a fight, and Rishabh accidentally pushed Barry off the terrace, leaving Rajeev furious. Their relationship reaches rock bottom when Rajeev breaks all his ties with Rishabh.
Will Rajeev and Rishabh’s relationship recover from this huge mishap?
Ssudeep Sahir essaying the role of Rajeev, said, “Rajeev and Daljeet’s life was finally getting back to normal, and suddenly, their life has come to a standstill with Barry and Rishabh’s massive fight leaving Barry severely injured. Rajeev is in a tough spot as Rishabh is responsible for Barry’s accident. So Rajeev takes a big decision and breaks all his ties with Rishabh. The father-son relationship has hit rock-bottom, and the next episodes are going to be interesting to see where this accident takes Rajeev and Daljeet’s married life.”
Ansh Sinha essaying the role of Rishabh, said, “The experience of shooting this sequence was very challenging yet fulfilling because it gave me an opportunity to explore different facets of my character. Rishabh loves his father, Rajesh, and his equation with Barry was finally progressing. However, the relationship has hit rock bottom as Rishabh accidentally pushes Barry off the terrace, severely injuring him. Rishabh is guilty, and with the dynamics of relationships changing in the family, there are multiple emotions at play. The viewers will witness many ups and downs in the coming episodes and find themselves curious to see where Rishabh and Rajeev’s relationship lands.”
Keep watching Tera Yaar Hoon Main every Monday to Saturday at 10 PM only on Sony SAB
सिनेमाच्या दुनियेत आपल्या स्वतंत्र प्रतिभेने मुद्रा उमटवणारे अभिनेते म्हणजे दिलीप कुमार. दिलीप कुमार यांची 99 वी जयंती सुभाष घई यांच्या इन्स्टिट्युटमध्ये साजरी झाली.
दिलीप कुमार यांना त्यांचे चाहते खूप मिस करत आहेत. सुभाष घई यांच्या इन्स्टिट्युटमध्ये झालेल्या कार्यक्रमात दिलीप कुमार यांच्या पत्नी सायरा बानो आणि अभिनेता धर्मेंद्र यांनी स्मृतींना उजाळा दिला. सायरा बानो दीर्घ काळानंतर घराबाहेर निघाल्या. या कार्यक्रमात घई यांच्या ‘व्हिसलिंग वुड्स’मध्ये शिकणाऱ्या विद्यार्थ्यांनी दिलीप कुमार यांच्या पेंटिंग्जही बनवल्या.
या कार्यक्रमाबाबत कू करताना सुभाष घई यांनी लिहिलं, आज व्हिसलिंग वुड्समध्ये आमच्यासाठी एक भावुक करणारा खास दिवस उजाडला होता. आम्ही आपल्याला सोडून गेलेले एक महान कलावंत दिलीप कुमार यांची जयंती साजरी केली. मी त्यांच्यासोबत ‘विधाता’, ‘कर्मा’, ‘सौदागर’ अशा सिनेमांमध्ये काम केले. आम्ही सगळेच दिलीप कुमार यांच्या कायम ऋणात असू…’
New Delhi: India’s Harnaaz Sandhu is the new Miss Universe, 21 years after Lara Dutta won the title in 2000. Ms Sandhu represented India today at the 70th Miss Universe 2021, held in Eilat, Israel.
The 21-year-old from Punjab claimed the crown edging out Paraguay’s Nadia Ferreira and South Africa’s Lalela Mswane.
Ms Sandhu was presented the crown by Andrea Meza, former Miss Universe 2020 from Mexico.
Before the Chandigarh-based model, only two Indians have won the title of Miss Universe – actors Sushmita Sen in 1994 and Lara Dutta in 2000.
On being asked what advice she would give to young women on how to deal with the pressures they face, a composed Ms Sandhu said, “The biggest pressure the youth of today is facing is to believe in themselves, to know that you are unique and that’s what makes you beautiful. Stop comparing yourselves with others and let’s talk about more important things that’s happening worldwide.”
“This is what you need to understand. Come out, speak for yourselves because you are the leader of your life, you are the voice of your own. I believed in myself and that’s why I am standing here today,” Ms Sandhu said with aplomb.
Ms Sandhu, who started her journey in pageantry at the age of 17, has previously been crowned Miss Diva 2021, Femina Miss India Punjab 2019 and was even placed in the Top 12 at Femina Miss India 2019.
She has also worked in Punjabi films like “Yaara Diyan Poo Baran” and “Bai Ji Kuttange”.
Nagpur: Quality of life of a 55 year old man took a turn in Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur after he walked into emergency department of Wockhardt hospital with a severe pain in lower back which was also felt in his left leg making him unable to even stand.
After investigations, the patient was diagnosed to have slipped disc. Dr. Rahul Zamad, Consultant- Spine and Neurosurgery, Wockhardt Hospital, Nagpur suggested the patient to undergo minimally invasive tubular spine surgery for removal of disc.
Patient was admitted and surgery was performed the same day with an incision of 2.5 cm only. Patient was absolutely pain free a few hours after the surgery. He was discharged in less than 24 hours of admission and approximately after 12 hours of surgery with a very small scar on his back.
“In general the aim of MIS surgery is to relieve the pressure being applied to the spinal cord and nerves and to stabilize the back bones which can be caused by herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, lumbar spinal stenosis, spinal infections and instability, spinal tumors, bony deformities in back. As compared to open surgery MIS can be faster, safer and has less recovery time”, informed Dr. Rahul Zamad.
Dr. Zamad also informed that potential benefits of this type of highly skilled surgery are:
• Better cosmetic results with smaller incision
• Reduced post operative pain
• Less blood loss
• Reduced muscle damage and faster recovery
• Reduced risk of infection
• Early return to work
Some of these surgeries can even be performed as a day care procedure. MISS uses tubular retractors which are used following a troscar which keeps the muscles out of the way to visualize the areas of interest and perform the procedure. Once the surgery is done the tubular retractors are removed.
There are also certain risk factors involved with MISS like with any other surgery like
Localised infection though less than open procedure
Conversion to open procedure in a very small no of cases.
Patient selection is very important for the procedure as MISS may not be as safe or effective as traditional procedure in some situations and certain surgeries may not be possible to be performed by MISS at all. If asked the doctor will be able to tell regarding the relative risks and benefits of the same.
A channel that has been a trendsetter and marked many firsts in the history of reality television, Zee TV is all set to introduce a first-of-its-kind devotional singing reality show – Swarn Swar Bharat. The show will celebrate Indian values and take us back to our roots through a unique blend of insightful and relatable stories narrated in verse and soulful devotional music cutting across all demographics.
Produced by Fathom Pictures and Kailasa Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Swarn Swar Bharat is a humble contribution to the Honorable Prime Minister’s noble initiative – ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav – the 75th anniversary of Indian Independence’ that endeavours to celebrate our rich cultural heritage across the world. The show will have renowned poet Dr. Kumar Vishwas and veteran singers – Padmashree Kailash Kher and Padmashree Suresh Wadkar as judges and they will evaluate performances of the contestants on parameters of sur, bhaav and saar. Popular actor Ravi Kishan will be seen as the host.
Judge Padmashree Kailash Kher revealed, “Swarn Swar Bharat is our humble contribution of celebration to the honourable Prime Minister’s noble initiative of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, where he urges every Indian to come forth and celebrate our rich culture and all our accomplishments as a nation on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of Indian independence. We at Kailasa Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. are proud to be associated with Zee TV for this show which endeavours to take viewers back to their roots through the route of devotional music. Swarn Swar Bharat will not only give talented singers a platform to showcase their singing prowess, but also give them a chance to demonstrate their deep understanding of Indian culture and our values. I eagerly look forward to India’s rich devotional music findIng a global audience through Zee TV’s phenomenal reach in India and overseas.”
Judge Padmashree Suresh Wadkar also added, “I am thrilled to be a part of Swarn Swar Bharat, a show that attempts to present our rich Indian culture to the whole world through the medium of soulful, devotional music. I am sure the refreshing songs and narratives from our roots will surely keep the audience hooked. It has been a joy to shoot with Dr Kumar Vishwas and Kailash ji for the show.”
One of the Best Spiritual Orators of our time, popular renowned poet and judge of this show, Dr. Kumar Vishwas even mentioned, “As a poet, I feel the true essence of a devotional and patriotic song comes alive in the way a singer presents each word with the right balance of expressions and emotions which can only come from an innate understanding of our culture and this is the single-most critical aspect for a singer that helps them connect with the listener. On Swarn Swar Bharat, we are in search of a singer who combines the elements of sur, bhaav and saar. For viewers to appreciate the beauty if our devotional, spiritual and patriotic music, I will also be sharing rare anecdotes from our country’s very-very rich and vivid ancient scriptures that are relevant.”
Host Ravi Kishan also added, “I’ve been a part of several TV shows, but it is the first time I have got such a unique opportunity to host a singing reality show that centres around the devotional genre and attempts to take viewers back to their cultural roots. I am also making a return to hosting after a long time, which makes the opportunity even more exciting. I have the responsibility of not only holding the show together as a sutradhar but also motivating the talent on the show. I truly believe Swarn Swar Bharat will be a show that will mesmerize one and all.”
Stay tuned as Swarn Swar Bharat premieres soon, only on Zee TV
Badalte Bharat ki nayi soch ko mil raha hain ek naya manch, jahan ubharte businessmen ke sapne honge sach! India today is about ideas, risk, enterprise, and entrepreneurship. Start-ups and a culture of creating business enterprise has taken a deep root in our society. Acknowledging this societal change Sony Entertainment Television is all set to launch Shark Tank India and provide an opportunity & a platform to aspiring entrepreneurs with interesting business ideas, business prototypes or active businesses to have their ‘pitches’ evaluated by business experts a.k.a The Sharks and seek investments. Produced by STUDIO NEXT, this revolutionary show will see upGrad as the Presenting Sponsor and Flipkart as the co-powered by sponsor. Dive into the world of Shark Tank India starting 20th December, every Mon to Fri at 9:00pm only on Sony Entertainment Television.
Shark Tank India will not only help mentor participants or the ‘pitchers’ but will also give a first-hand experience to the masses by demystifying various nuances of business and the potential that it holds. Geared up to invest in these potential businesses and nurture the country’s business aspirants from all walks of life are the ‘Sharks’ who are successful entrepreneurs themselves. The supremely talented sharks of the very first edition of Shark Tank India are – Ashneer Grover (Founder and Managing Director of BharatPe), Vineeta Singh (CEO & Co-founder of SUGAR Cosmetics), Peyush Bansal (Founder & CEO of Lenskart), Namita Thapar (Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals), Anupam Mittal (Founder and CEO of Shaadi.com – People Group), Ghazal Alagh (Co-founder and Chief Mama of Mamaearth) and Aman Gupta (Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at boAt). While ‘The Sharks’ play a key role in developing India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, host Rannvijay Singha will act as a guide for the pitchers on the show and the audience alike.
What’s the process you ask? The entry into the tank is an ultimate test of perseverance! The selected applicants or the ‘Pitchers’ will find themselves face-to-face with the ‘Sharks’ or the investors who will understand, assess and make an offer based on the applicant’s final ‘pitch’. The Sharks have no idea whatsoever on the ‘pitches’ beforehand. If the ‘pitchers’ manage to impress the ‘Sharks’ they stand a chance to get an offer/ investment from the ‘Sharks’ right there – Jiska Idea Hoga Best, Usmain Karenge Sharks Invest! It’s a deal!
Sony Pictures Networks India has acquired the rights for the Indian adaptation of the globally successful business reality format – Shark Tank, which will be aired on Sony Entertainment Television. The format has reinvigorated businesses in over 40 countries since its first launch in 2001. With over 180 seasons; winning over 30 awards globally, Shark Tank is the world’s No. 1 Business Reality Show. Since its first launch in 2001, as Tigers of Money in Japan, created by Nippon TV the format was later adapted as Dragon’s Den in 2005 in the UK and the show premiered in the US as Shark Tank in the year 2009. The format is distributed internationally by Sony Pictures Television.
Tune into ‘Shark Tank India’ starting 20th December, every Mon-Fri at 9:00 pm only on Sony Entertainment Television!
Obesity strong risk factor for severe Covid- Dr.Sushant Muley
Recently one obese 18 years old male resident of Gondegaon, Dist. Nagpur came to Orange City Hospital & Research Institute, Nagpur in critical condition with complaints of fever & cough since 1 week and difficulty in breathing since 1 day. He was admitted under care of Dr. Sushant Muley- Chest Physician. He had past history of travelling to Kolkata. On examination; he was febrile, Chest- crepitation and SPO2 was critically 85%. His weight was 112 kg. He was thoroughly investigated and found to have Covid-19 RTPCR positive. His investigations suggestive of CT Severity score 15/25 and high D-Dimer. In view of hypoxia and non-maintaining of oxygen level with high concentration mask, he was put on non-invasive ventilator support. Looking at his investigations and condition, Inj. Remdesivir and Inj. Tocilizumab was also given to him.
Dr. Sushant Muley- Chest Physician informed that, “This non vaccinated youngster was challenge to manage due to obesity, deranged blood parameters and severe chest infection at time of admission. Inspite of all challenges, we managed & treated him successfully. Recent evidence has shown that obesity weakens the immune system and therefore, making the host vulnerable to infectious diseases. Obesity has emerged as a strong risk factor for severe disease in the current pandemic disease, COVID-19. Several independent studies have demonstrated that obese subjects with COVID-19 have a higher risk of severe disease, hospitalization, and increased probability of death. At present, he is off ventilator support and maintaining oxygen saturation on room air and recuperating well.
Dr.Milind Pande- Pathologist, Dr.Nishikant Lokhande – Radiologist & their teams rendered diagnostic support. Dr. Sushant Muley was ably assisted by Clinical Assistants Dr. Aves Hasan, Dr. Kushal Narnawre, Dr. Nilesh Pidhekar and Dr. Akash Jaiswal while Sr. Sangeeta Ahirwar, Sr. Sheetal Chandekar and Sr. Shilpa provided diligent nursing care.
OCHRI was one of the city’s first private hospitals whose services was sought by Government for managing Covid cases. They had converted a complete building for Covid section. More than 950 indoor Covid patients have been successfully treated with a very low mortality rate till date.
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