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Janmashtami, the radiant festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, holds a special place in the hearts of Indians, especially in the vibrant state of Maharashtra. Zee 24 TAAS, is thrilled to announce a spectacular Janmashtami special program, ‘Govinda – re – Gopala’, which will go on air on Thursday, 7th September 2023 from 10 am onwards. This special program will allow citizens to witness the essence of this beloved festival and its significance in Maharashtra, featuring prominent celebrities who will join in the jubilant celebrations.

‘Govinda – re – Gopala’ promises to be an unforgettable experience for viewers, offering a comprehensive look at the essence of Janmashtami. The on-ground reporters of Zee24 TAAS will be covering the festival’s essence from various locations across the state of Maharashtra. This vibrant program will not only explore the spiritual importance of this festival, but also provide an in-depth glimpse into how people or devotees across the state of Maharashtra come together to celebrate this auspicious day, emphasizing the unity and devotion that Janmashtami fosters.

Viewers will also have the privilege of witnessing the darshan of their favourite celebrities in their moments of devotion during the festive celebration. Their heartfelt participation and insights into their own Janmashtami traditions will undoubtedly add an extra layer of charm and excitement to the program.

Speaking on the relevance of the special programming, Nilesh Khare, Editor of Zee 24 TAAS, said, “Janmashtami is a time when our nation comes together to celebrate the divine birth of Lord Krishna. Mumbai epitomizes a spirit of resilience and unwavering togetherness. ‘Govinda – re – Gopala’ is our way of bringing this celestial beauty of Janmashtami closer to our viewers, allowing them to partake in the joy and devotion that Janmashtami embodies. We invite our viewers to join us in this celebration of unity, faith, and the enduring legacy of Lord Krishna. We hope this program will reinforce the cultural richness and spirituality that define our nation.”

Abhay Ojha, CEO, Zee Media Corporation Limited, further added, “At Zee Media Corporation Limited, we believe in fostering connections with our viewers through the celebration of our cultural heritage.’Govinda – re – Gopala’ is a testament to this belief, offering an immersive experience into the vibrant and soulful celebration of Janmashtami in Maharashtra. This program is a reflection of our dedication to providing not just news but also cultural enrichment. Join us as we take you on this mesmerizing journey of faith and joy, and let’s collectively celebrate the enduring legacy of Lord Krishna.”

Zee Media Corporation Ltd, one of India’s leading media companies, has a strong presence in the news and regional genres, with 16 news channels in seven different languages, reaching more than 528+ million viewers through its linear and digital properties.

In the world of showbiz, mentorship is like a guiding light, especially for those like Navneet Malik, who started their journey outside the film industry. Navneet, the talented actor behind ‘The Freelancer’s’ character Mohsin, recently revealed a surprising connection with his co-star, Anupam Kher – he’s actually his first acting teacher!

Navneet’s path in the entertainment world began as a model with a burning desire to become an actor. The challenge was where to start. That’s when he discovered Anupam Kher’s acting school, Actor Prepares and immediately joined it.

Reflecting on this experience, Navneet shared, “I’ve always admired Anupam Sir’s passion for acting, and his school was the perfect place to learn this art. So yes, not many know this, but I was a part of Anupam Sir’s acting school in the early days of my career. He has been my guiding light, my mentor, and my first teacher in the entertainment industry. Learning from his institute was an invaluable experience. It taught me that acting should feel natural; you must immerse yourself in the character and react authentically. While I learned the basics at his school, I’ve always added my unique touch to every character I portray.”

Navneet expressed his gratitude for sharing the screen with Anupam Kher in ‘The Freelancer.’ “I’ve learned so much by watching him on set. In a way, I’m Eklavya, and Anupam Sir is my Dronacharya. Exceptional mentors like him are the backbone of the entertainment industry.”

Adapted from Shirish Thorat’s gripping novel ‘A Ticket to Syria,’ ‘The Freelancer’ is a high-stakes rescue mission story. The plot revolves around a daring mission to free a young girl trapped in war-torn Syria, shedding light on the sinister tactics employed by the Islamic State to recruit and manipulate followers worldwide. Directed by Bhav Dhulia and produced by Neeraj Pandey, the series boasts an exceptional cast featuring Mohit Raina, Anupam Kher, Kashmira Pardesi, Sushant Singh, Manjari Fadnis, Sarah Janedias, John Kokken, and Gauri Balaji in pivotal roles. ‘The Freelancer’ released on Disney+Hotstar on September 1, 2023.

Mumbai, 5th September 2023: Amazon miniTV’s dance reality show – Hip Hop India saw a spectacular Grand Finale and the long-awaited results are in. Rahul Bhagat won the inaugural season with a picture-finish win. The reality show was a dance marathon, with rappers Badshaah and Raftaar adding glitter to the stages with their Swag avatars for the gala grand finale. Judged by dance masters Remo D’Souza and Nora Fatehi, Hip Hop India has witnessed the greatest and toughest battles with incredible raw underground talent from all over India.

Following 7 weeks of fierce competition and electrifying performances, India’s first Hip Hop based dance reality show has concluded with Rahul Bhagat, emerging as the Hip Hop Champion. The 21-year-old defeated two other finalists – dancing crew UGH, and the energetic duo Divyam & Darshan to clinch the trophy at the grand finale. Rahul, who hails from Ranchi, took home the brand new Nissan Magnite Geza Special Edition and the Hip-Hop India Championship belt for his victorious performance. Rahul, the maestro of Popping and Waving, began dancing when he was in the fourth grade and has been enthralling audiences across dance shows for a decade. Having won 10 titles to date, his goal is to foster the authentic hip-hop culture all over Jharkhand.

The Grand Finale witnessed enthralling dance performances by not just the contestants, but also by the judge Nora Fatehi. The stage also witnessed Remo D’Souza live in action after 3 long years. She set the stage on fire, taking away everyone’s heartbeats with her scintillating dance performance to songs Dilbar ko dil sadke and Divine’s Mirchi. Celebrity Judges Badshaah and Raftaar raised the entertainment bar with their dynamic performance packed with energy.

Judge Remo D’souza said, “Rahul is India’s Hip Hop dancing prodigy. I am elated to see him lifting the Hip Hop Championship Belt. His talent, unwavering passion will be a source of inspiration to the nation, that has led him Gully se Glory Tak! Not just Rahul, but a big shout-out to all the contestants of Hip Hop India who gave it their all. I would like to thank all the audience for their unwavering support and for making the first edition of the show a huge success.”

Sharing her thoughts, Nora Fatehi said, “We all embarked on this exciting dance journey, to find India’s next hip hop sensation and I couldn’t be happier that Rahul has bagged top honors! His performance throughout the show was nothing short of legendary, and it really showed his commitment and love for hip hop. I would also like to take this opportunity to give a huge round of applause to all the contestants and Amazon miniTV and everyone involved in taking hip hop Gully se Glory Tak!”

Hip Hop India is streaming exclusively on Amazon miniTV for free. You can download the Amazon miniTV on Playstore, or watch within the Amazon Shopping App or on Fire TV.

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5th September 2023, Bengaluru: Digit Insurance, one of India’s fastest-growing general insurance companies, launched its latest Pay As You Drive (PAYD) brand campaign “Drive Less, Pay Less” with its brand ambassador Virat Kohli. The ad campaign was launched ahead of the much-coveted Asia Cup 2023.

Virat Kohli, who appears in a bobblehead form for the ad campaign, is seen grooving to the “Do the Digit-Digit” anthem on the car dashboard, unable to keep calm knowing Digit customers will pay less car insurance premium if they drive less. The PAYD add-on offers a discount of up to 85% from erstwhile motor tariff in Own Damage Cover of car insurance to customers who drive less than 10,000 km in a year (around 28 km/day).

The 45-second fast-paced ad film, through its vibrant youthful connect showcases different cohorts of people the PAYD discount will be most relevant to. It ranges from an employee who works from home or in hybrid mode and drives less to a woman who drives her second car-less to a retired elderly person who doesn’t take his car out every day. The campaign also showcases people living in metro cities who use taxis or public transport to travel to work or only drive their car within the city limits.

Speaking about the newly launched ad campaign, Tanya Marwah, Head – of Marketing and Corporate Communications, at Digit General Insurance, said, “The discount offered under PAYD add-on is relevant to rather a large part of the Indian population, especially as many people living in cities don’t drive excessively and use the public transport or cab services despite having cars at home. But since people hardly track their daily commute or look at their odometers regularly, they don’t realize how less they drive in a year. These add-ons are for such people, who honestly shouldn’t be paying as high as people who drive a lot. And at Digit, we have made sure that the process to get this discount is super simple as it is not based on future driving behavior, or telematics or app to track the driving, but just the average kilometers driven per year since you had the car, which can easily be seen in the odometer reading.”

‘Pay As You Drive’ is a tech-enabled add-on cover by Digit Insurance that one can take when buying an ‘Own Damage’ or Comprehensive Car Insurance cover. Staying true to its mission of simplification, Digit has made the process of availing the add-on very smooth by offering a discount based on historical driving data. To avail the discount, a customer simply needs to share the car’s odometer reading and the yearly average usage of the car needs to be below 10,000 km. For example, if a car that is four years old has an odometer reading of 40,000 km, the average yearly usage of the car is 10,000 km, allowing the customer to avail the discount.

Digit Insurance in July 2022 became one of the first insurance companies to offer a ‘Pay As You Drive’ add-on to its customers, launching the same in less than two weeks after IRDAI’s announcement. The insurance regulator IRDAI on July 6, 2022, allowed general insurance companies to offer PAYD add-on cover to their customers.

Motor Insurance is one of the biggest lines of business for Digit Insurance. It had a market share of 5.3% in motor segment in the nine-month period ended December 31, 2022, and clocked a Gross Written Premium of Rs 31.24 billion in the same period. Impressed with Digit’s vision, Kohli invested in the Company in February 2020 and also became the brand ambassador.

Credits:

• Concept: Digit Brand Marketing Team
• Creative Agency: Stirred Creative
• Production House: Supari Studios
• Film Director: Sonal Batra
• First AD: Karan Juneja
• Second AD: Chaitanya Jain
• Music Director: Raghav & Arjun
• Director of Photography: Parth Sayani
• Producer: Benezir Ansari
• Executive Producer: Divyashree Thacker

Actor Navneet Malik’s phone hasn’t stopped buzzing ever since his latest series, The Freelancer created by Neeraj Pandey released. From calling it an intense and sharp portrayal with layers to calling him a complete package with acting, looks, and performance, appreciation and love have been pouring in from all corners for his role as Mohsin. The actor debuted in a negative role in the web series after his turns in positive roles in Sajid Nadiadwala’s Heropanti 2 and Red Chillies Entertainment’s Love Hostel.

Needless to say, Navneet was excited about the show and confident about his portrayal. Turns out he had every reason to be, as compliments have not ceased to come his way. Everyone from the industry, stalwarts, colleagues, friends, and acquaintances in general, have been reaching to him to laud him for his performance. The same is the case with people from outside the industry. Navneet’s family, relatives and friends are proud of him cheering him after watching the show.

While Navneet is grateful for all the praises and compliments, he is especially humbled as he’s put his heart and soul into making this happen. More than that, the opportunity to share the screen space with a stalwart such as Anupam Kher and the super-talented actor Mohit Raina has thrilled Navneet.

The actor said, “Being on the sets with them and a great creator such as Neeraj Pandey was a tremendous experience as an actor. It was so gratifying to face the camera with them. Anupam Kher is an institution in himself, and there was so much to learn from him just by observing him in action. Similarly with Mohit. They are so dedicated. I got to learn a lot from them, and I think that’s what enhanced my performance.”

He added, “I’m elated that everyone is liking the series and my performance. The love I’m receiving is truly humbling. All I want to ssay in SRK style is, ‘Picture Toh Abhi Baaki Hai Mere Dost.’ There’s more to come and I’m hopeful that viewers will support me in my journey going forward too.”

Navneet is certain that the show will open many more doors for him. He cannot wait to wow audiences again! The Freelancer is streaming on Disney+Hotstar

Hyderabad,4th September 2023….Dr. K. V. Rao Scientific Society presented its 23rd Annual Science Awards in a function held in B. M. Birla Science Centre, Hyderabad on Friday night

KVRSS has been involved in the promotion of Science by spotting and recognizing talent at the School and university levels for the past 23 years.

Dr Tata Narasinga Rao, Director, International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad and Adjunct faculty at IIT Hyderabad delivered the 23rd Annual Memorial Oration “Nanomaterials Based Technologies for Energy, Health and Environment” and Mr P V V R Sarma, Director-in-Charge (Chemistry), Geological Society of India, Hyderabad graced as the guest of honour.

Mr Anil Kumar Kutty, President of the society said Science is part and parcel of our human race.

Dr. Tata Narasinga Rao said Science is very important because it helps us understand how world works. It enables us to explore and develop new technologies, innovations, gadgets, medicine etc. He appreciated the efforts of the foundation which has been promoting science for the past 23 years.

Dr Tata Narasinga Rao and Mr. PVVR Sarma presented the 23rd Annual Research Awards, 18th School Talent Awards, 12th SPARK Innovation Awards and 3rd SMART (Science Meets ART) Awards during the meeting.

The 23rd Annual Research Awards were presented to encourage research in basic sciences. The Society has instituted these awards in the broad fields of Bhoutikam, Rasayanam, Jeevanam and Ganitam. Students below the age of 30 years and actively involved in research in various states of India will be recognized with awards.

18th School Talent Awards are initiated in collaboration with the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Science & Technology (APCOST). Students from various districts, particularly the government schools, present projects based on the theme given by the Department of Science and Technology. The projects are scrutinized by the KVRSS panel and students are selected for scholarships till their schooling.

The 12th SPARK Innovation Awards were also given to stimulate the young minds of India, Students present Science Models with Concepts. 40 Projects were selected for final presentations

3rd SMART (Science Meets ART) Awards were too presented. These awards were initiated to celebrate National Science Day and to let school students visualise science.

The Society has diversified to learning and mentoring through the establishment of a Science Innovation Centre and Mobile Science Lab for school children. The Society plans to extend its reach in the coming years informed Ms. Ratna, secretary of the Society.

New Delhi, Sept 1, 2023:

A group of 15 Japanese tourists participated in a yoga session at Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY). The yoga session was conducted by yoga therapist Ms. Madhu Khurana, and a yoga demonstration was presented by yoga practitioner Ms. Shruti.

MDNIY Director, Mr. Vikram Singh, warmly welcomed the group of tourists. He provided them with information about the various activities and programs offered by the institute. During this visit, the Japanese tourists engaged in a dialogue session with the institute’s Director, Mr. Vikram Singh, who provided participants with the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the ancient yoga teachings and traditions. At the end of the program, the guests shared their positive experiences and praised the institute for its pioneering efforts in promoting yoga.

It must be noted that yoga resonates deeply with the Japanese people. Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an event held on August 30, 2019, at the Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, honored Mr. Kimura of Japan Yoga Niketan with the ‘Prime Minister’s Yoga Award-2019’ in the ‘ International Category ‘ for his outstanding contribution to the promotion and development of yoga in Japan.

In this context, it is well-known that yoga is an ancient tradition in India, dating back thousands of years, which establishes harmony between physical, mental, and spiritual activities for the excellence of the body and mind. On December 11, 2014, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 21 as ‘International Day of Yoga.’ This proclamation was made in response to the dedicated efforts and special appeal of India’s Prime Minister, the Honorable Mr. Narendra Modi.

During the program, Mr. Mudit Sharma, Administrative Officer at MDNIY, and Ms. Manjot Kaur, a dietary specialist at MDNIY, were also present and made valuable contributions to the successful execution of the event.

New Delhi, 31st August 2023: The stage is set for yet another exhilarating season of the Entrepreneurs Premier League (EPL), where business acumen meets sportsmanship, and innovation is celebrated in the spirit of healthy competition. The highly anticipated third season of EPL promises to be bigger, better, and bolder as it brings together a cohort of 90 dynamic entrepreneurs forming six teams to battle for the championship title.

EPL Season 3 kicks off with great excitement on the 27th of August, 2023, at the Vinay Marg Sports Complex, Chanakyapuri. This season will witness the fusion of entrepreneurial brilliance and sporting fervor, all under one roof. The grand finale is scheduled to take place on the 8th of October.

This year’s league showcases a diverse line-up of six teams, each fueled by the passion of visionary entrepreneurs. The participating teams are Toreto Bang, Mavericks, UAPL XI, Modi Infosol XI, XSYS DKDC Stars, and KVE SuperGiants.

Expressing his enthusiasm, Vikram Singh, Creator and Director, Akra stated, “Entrepreneurship is about pushing boundaries, and EPL embodies this spirit. This league brings together innovative minds and showcases the fusion of sports and business. We’re excited to witness the dynamic energy and camaraderie among entrepreneurs.”

In its mission to elevate entrepreneurship and innovation, EPL Season 3 is proud to be backed by some outstanding sponsors who believe in the power of nurturing dreams. The league is supported by Akra as their title sponsor. Jersey Sponsors are Casa Aaurum, Visa Waley, PS – Usha Pipe and Steel, SRB Retail, Sriram Hariram Jewellers, DRM Technology Solutions, NS Telecom, KVE Enterprises, Passionworksx, DKDC. Cap Sponsors Finezza, Whitenights, Lower Sponsors 2 Little Monkeys, Beverage Partner Toreto, Clearsip, Social Media Partner Rad Digital, Gifting Partners Gujral Insurance, VVN, Karma, Graneri Overseas, Fragrance Partner Kelyn Medical Partner Max, NGO Partner Deepalaya, Cake Partners Sugary Delights, Risata, Machan Sponsors White links, UAPL, Nimble Scaffolding, Alventana and Adgcraft Communications being the PR Partner.

Joining the visionary founders for the league’s third season are Karan Verma, Co-founder at Faad Network Pvt. Ltd., Anchit Jindal, Proprietor, Anchit Traders, Aditya Bhasin, Founding Partner of Xsys Solutions; Tarun Modi, Sr. Manager at Modi Infosol Pvt Ltd; and Dheeraj Gupta, Managing Partner of Peritia Law Chambers. Together, they are driving the league forward with renewed enthusiasm and innovation.

EPL Season 3 promises an unforgettable blend of sportsmanship, entrepreneurial zeal, and camaraderie.

Chennai, 29th August, 2023: Music transcends boundaries and for Chennaites, it’s more than just a passion. As an audio entertainment powerhouse with music at its centre, BIG FM, one of the leading radio networks in the country, hosted the first edition of the BIG Tamil Rasigar Awards in Chennai. Held on August 26th, 2023, at Lady Andal Auditorium, the mega event witnessed renowned names from the Tamil music industry come together to honour the remarkable work of artists in different categories across Cinema, OTT and Social Media. The evening was graced by some of the industry’s most illustrious names such as Madhushree, Vaisagh, AniVee, Simon K King, Ravi G, Adhithya RK, Vishnu Edavan amongst others. Rooted in the belief that every voice deserves to be heard, the event was in line with the radio network’s philosophy – ‘Idhu Unga Voice’, where the audience is the ultimate authority, from content to music.

The BIG Tamil Rasigar Awards put the power in the hands of the Rasigars where the winners are not just finalized by them but are also honoured by them. It was an awards night straight from the Rasigars to the Kalaignans. The event was hosted by BIG RJs – RJ Saru, RJ Miruthula, RJ Karun, RJ Sarithiran, RJ Vickyy and RJ Anto. At the star-studded awards show, the Cinema category witnessed a diverse array of big wins. The musical maestro A R Rahman was honoured with the Best Music Director award for his multi-dimensional music in movies like Ponniyin Selvan 1, Vendhu Thanindhadhu Kaadu and Iravin Nizhal. Anirudh’s captivating original score for ‘Vikram’ won him the award for Best Original Score. The Best Song of the Year award was swept away by the soul-stirring ‘Mudhal Ne Mudivum Ne,’ composed by the exceptional Darbuka Siva. Vishnu Edavan’s heartfelt lyrics in ‘Por Kanda singam’ struck the right chord with the audiences as he received the award for Best Lyrics. Ravi G’s moving rendition in ‘Naan Pizhai’ earned him the Best Male Singer award and Madhushree took home the trophy for Best Female Singer for the melodious ‘Malli poo’. Yuvan Shankar Raja’s new wave album ‘Love Today’ was awarded with the Best Album award.

The OTT category brought its own magic, with Santhosh Narayanan’s mesmerising ‘Evan da enaku custody’ winning the Best Song of the Year. His vocal prowess shone again, earning him the Best Singer award as well. Simon K King’s captivating original score for ‘Vadhandhi’ won the Best Original Score award. In the day and age of social media hits, Anirudh’s ‘Arabic Kuthu’ spread like wildfire, earning him the Best Viral Song of the Year recognition. AniVee’s heartfelt ‘Mayakkuriye’ was honoured as the Best Independent Music creation. The evening also paid tribute to legends, with Deva being honoured as the Tamil Rasigargalin Mass Isai Nayagan and Vidyasagar as the Tamil Rasigargalin Class Isai Nayagan. From remarkable discoveries to vibrant youth icons, Vaisagh was celebrated as the Best Find of the Year, while the energetic GV Prakash claimed the Youth Icon – Music award.

Sunil Kumaran, COO, BIG FM said, “The first edition of BIG Tamil Rasigar Awards marked a milestone in our journey, a celebration of the timeless power of music. The passion and enthusiasm we have witnessed from both our audience and the incredibly talented artists have exceeded all expectations. This remarkable event marked the beginning of an exciting journey, as we continue to honour the heart and soul of Tamil music. We wish many congratulations to the winners whose exceptional talent and dedication have shone brightly.”

The BIG Tamil Rasigar Awards was a celebration of music and the artists who make it come alive. The awards event also featured some incredible musical performances by Anivee and Arun Raj. Sakshi and Ragasiya with their electrifying dance moves, added to the celebrations for the night. The awards were extensively promoted on air, digital and across all platforms of BIG FM.