Bangalore,19th June 2023: This Father’s Day, SBI Life’s #PapaHaiNa digital property, appreciates and salutes every father who strives to rise above every challenge, never quits, and serves as an inspiration to his child/ren. The unwavering commitment of fathers for taking everything in their stride with confidence and discipline serves as a great example to their kids. Today, fathers are not just providers but increasingly playing the role of enablers, especially as the kids grow up. This approach has allowed fathers to better understand the younger generation of kids, support their aspirations, and provide a sense of security both emotionally & financially.

SBI Life’s this year’s #PapaHainNaa digital film brings forth a father’s emotional self-realization journey by showcasing how his qualities of perseverance and dedication are reflected in his child, underscoring the importance of the bond that fosters confident and responsible fatherhood.

The digital film opens by showcasing Ritika; a 15-year-old daughter, passionate about football, who suffers a knee injury during a match, and undergoes surgery and rehabilitation. Despite her father, Deepak’s concerns about the risks involved, she secretly resumes her training. Being protective as a father, the whole situation seems worrisome which leads to the disagreement between the father-daughter duo. Here, leveraging Artificial Intelligence, the film showcases Deepak’s transformation from his late 40s to his late 20s, adding a visual element to the storytelling experience. The poignant scenes depict a younger Deepak taking every effort toward his dreams. Through this, reverse human storytelling approach, Deepak’s realization dawns upon him as he witnesses the mirror image of his own youthful commitment & determination reflected in his daughter. There is a realization, making him acknowledge that he too possessed the same love, dedication, and unwavering spirit toward his passion, during his own youth. He reflects on his efforts to support his daughter and realizes the strong connection they share, built upon their shared love for the game and a never-give-up attitude. At the end, Deepak is seen embracing his role not only as a father but also as a coach, and mentor to his daughter.

Speaking about the campaign, Mr. Ravindra Sharma, Chief of Brand, Corporate Communication & CSR, SBI Life, said, “Fathers have always been known for being the primary bread winners but over the period of time, their role has undergone phases of change. In the journey of providing immense love with unwavering dedication, fathers today are seen someone who inspire their children to not only pursue their dreams but also drives them to never give up amidst life’s challenges. SBI Life’s #PapaHainNa digital film acknowledges every father who not only believes in his passion, pursues it but also stands as an inspiration to his child and supports the child in her/his endeavours.” He further added, “Through our #PapaHainNaa film we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all fathers who go above and beyond to create lasting connections with their children. We salute fathers who, amidst difficulties, never give up, rise above and serve as beacon of inspiration to their children.”

Sahil Shah, President, Digital Experience, Dentsu Creative, said, “With ‘Papa Hain Na’ serving as our central thought of communication throughout the years, this time Dentsu Creative embarked on a unique endeavour by blending technology and emotions to convey a heartfelt narrative between a father and daughter. Leveraging AI technology, we have meticulously crafted a compelling story that emphasizes the profound impact that fathers have as a potent source of inspiration for their loved ones. Through their unwavering pursuit of dreams, fathers often instil a valuable lesson, teaching their loved ones to never relent in their own aspirations. This convergence of determination and devotion to their family culminates in a powerful message of resilience and hope, one that we firmly believe will strike a deep chord with audiences.”

Jabalpur, 19 June June 2023: Re-emphasizing the need to build a culture of safe riding habits in India, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) took forward its National Road Safety Awareness Campaign in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.

Road Safety is a global priority for Honda. Through this three-day camp at Government ITI, Jabalpur, HMSI spread awareness on safe riding practices to more than 2800 college students and staff members. HMSI’s road safety instructors utilized age-appropriate road safety learning programs to enhance the retention of road safety awareness among all.

Speaking on HMSI’s commitment towards building a collision-free India, Mr. Vinay Dhingra – Senior Director, HR, Admin, IT & Corporate Affairs, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “Road safety education is essential for developing a road safety mindset. HMSI has been conducting Road safety awareness campaign to develop more responsible road users across the country. With this campaign, we aim to cultivate the right road safety habits amongst the new and upcoming riders as well as help them in understanding the importance of using the roads safely.”

HMSI’s National Road Safety Awareness program made learning fun yet scientific through:

1.  SCIENTIFICALLY DEVISED LEARNING MODULE: Honda’s skilled instructors set the foundation with theory sessions on road signs & markings, driver’s duties on the road, riding gear & posture explanation and safe riding etiquette.
2.  PRACTICAL LEARNING: A special training activity on Honda’s virtual riding simulator was executed for all to experience over 100 possible dangers on road before actual riding.
3.  INTERACTIVE SESSION: Participants were given danger prediction training known as Kiken Yosoku Training (KYT) which helps in enhancing rider/driver’s sensitivity to danger and ensures safe driving behaviour on roads.
4.  EXISTING DRIVERS HONING RIDING SKILLS: Students & school staff members who are already existing riders tested & honed their riding skills through slow riding activities and riding on narrow planks.
5.  LEARNING IN A FUN WAY: To ensure that the young students could learn more about road safety, Honda also conducted fun educational activities like road safety games and quizzes on daily basis.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India’s CSR Commitment towards Road Safety:

For Honda globally, road safety comes first. As announced in April 2021, “Honda will strive for zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles globally by 2050”. Fulfilling its corporate social responsibility (CSR), HMSI has been promoting road safety in India since its start in 2001. Working towards the realization of Honda’s global safety vision, today HMSI’s road safety awareness initiative has already spread to more than 50 lac Indians. Its team of skilled safety instructors conducts daily programs at its 10 adopted traffic parks across India and 6 Safety Driving Education Centers (SDEC).

Not only this, all HMSI’s 1000+ dealerships across India spread road safety awareness. HMSI’s proprietary virtual riding simulator increases the risk-prediction ability of riders; while new customers too are given predelivery safety advice (PDSA) before they start riding at every dealership across India.

Additionally, to ensure that learning does not stop in the new normal, HMSI started the digital road safety education initiative – Honda Road Safety E-Gurukul. Since its start in May’20, this initiative has sensitized more than 8 Lac Indians on the importance of being aware & responsible road users.

Bangalore, 19th June: The perfect snack = fulfilled cravings + a happy wallet!

Sounds unbelievable? Well, not anymore! Your pocket money will go a long way with the all-new KFC Snacker range. The newly launched KFC Snacker range delivers the iconic KFC taste at an unbelievable price of just INR 99/-. KFC’s newest offering is the perfect snacking option, jiske sath har baar you will say paise “bach gaye”.

Choose from classic menu items such as the Chicken Longer, Veg Longer, Classic Chicken Roll, and Regular Chicken Popcorn, as well as much-loved sides such as Krushers, Choco Lava, Fries, and Pepsi, at just INR 99. So, whatever it may be – a light evening snack on your way home from college, a quick bite while gossiping with friends on the weekend, or simply taking a break in between lectures – this Snackers deal at just INR 99/- is indeed a winner.

Like everything else at KFC, these snacks come with KFC’s 5X Safety Promise of Sanitization, Screening, Social Distancing, and Contactless service with vaccinated teams. All surfaces and frequently touched areas in a restaurant are regularly sanitized, and team members and riders are screened regularly for their temperatures.

So, get ready to snack and chill with the new KFC Snacker range at an unbelievable price! Order your favorite across all KFC restaurants @ INR 99/- while you dine-in, or take away.

Mumbai 19th June 2023: Amazon miniTV’s (Amazon’s free video streaming service) latest rom-com Badtameez Dil, with its layered plot, continues to stay on everyone’s watch list since its release. The series depicts an unconventional tale of two completely opposite individuals who fall head over heels for each other. The show is replete with unexpected twists and inevitable turns. With their nearly perfect love story and a gorgeous setting of London, Barun Sobti and Ridhi Dogra play lead in the lovey-dovey show.

Disclosing her favorite aspects of the series, Ridhi Dogra said, “The plot is the real star of the show. The timeline is so refreshing. Also, this show doesn’t just talk about the hero heroine. There is a love story every character is going through and it’s telling so much about the world we live in.”

On sharing a very distinctive relationship with her co-stars, Ridhi reminisced about her days on the set of Badtameez Dil. “We all got along like a house on fire. I would say a huge part of that would be Mukesh Chabra’s casting. Everyone who was part of the show belonged to it. And as an integral part of the story. We had a blast shooting and even after packing up every day, we used to chill together. It was very special. A memory I will cherish forever,” she remarked.

Bangalore, 19th June 2023: BYJU’S Career Plus Program (CPP), an exclusive initiative for India’s aspirational districts in collaboration with NITI Aayog, has enabled students from these remote locations to achieve impressive results in the NEET UG examination 2023. Students hailing from economically backward backgrounds, who earlier had no means to prepare for one of the world’s toughest entrance exams, now could access BYJU’S high-quality tech-driven learning programs for free. Along with the support of BYJU’S fellows from CPP, 102 students out of the 195 who appeared, have qualified the coveted exam with outstanding results. With 3 students scoring more than 90 percentile, girls constitute about 61% of the qualifiers. The results were announced by the National Testing Agency on June 13.

The qualifying students come from 22 different aspirational districts across India, which is a testament to BYJU’S CPP’S vision to reach and empower students at the grassroots level. Since 2021, BYJU’S Career Plus Program has supported numerous students from socio-economic weaker sections across 112 aspirational districts, providing them with free tech-driven learning programs to attempt and ace engineering and medical entrance exams.

Mansi Kasliwal, VP – Social Initiatives, BYJU’S, said, “Many students from aspirational districts are first-generation learners. Through BYJU’S Career Plus Program, we are constantly striving to bridge the educational gap in these remote locations by empowering the students with tech-enabled, high quality learning programs. 102 students from lower socio-economic backgrounds, qualifying NEET UG 2023 fills us with immense pride and speaks highly of the hardwork and dedication put in by the students as well as our fellows across these districts. As we continue to support more students with the help of our trained fellows and high-quality coaching materials, we are hopeful of witnessing more such successful students in the coming years.”

,Mohammad Afzal Ganaie a BYJU’S CPP student from Baramulla, Jammu & Kashmir, who achieved an overall 95.07 percentile in NEET UG 2023 said, “I am extremely happy as I can finally see my dream of becoming a doctor turning into a reality. While I was very confident to score above 95 percentile, the unwavering support from BYJU’S Career Plus Program has played a key role in my journey. Regular mock tests, revisions through sample papers and personalised guidance from the teachers have aided me in preparing for the NEET exam.”

Sneha, another BYJU’S CPP student from Mewat, Haryana said, “Scoring over 90 percentile in one of the toughest exams of the world is really challenging. But I have been able to do so with a focussed preparation strategy and rigorous practice. Moreover, I am extremely grateful to BYJU’S Career Plus Program that equipped me with relevant test papers, personalised guidance on time management and doubt clearing sessions in regular intervals to help crack the competitive exam.”

NEET is conducted annually by National Testing Agency as a qualifying test for students who wish to pursue undergraduate medical (MBBS), dental (BDS) and AYUSH (BAMS, BUMS, BHMS, etc.) courses in government and private institutions in India and also, for those intending to pursue primary medical qualification abroad.

Over 20 lakh students appeared for NEET 2023 from across the country.

BYJU’S Education For All

With an aim to make digital learning accessible to millions of children from underserved communities, BYJU’S, the world’s leading edtech company, launched its social impact initiative – Education for All in 2020. The programme aims at democratizing education by ensuring that children across all economic backgrounds get equal access to quality learning opportunities. The “Education for All” initiative serves to enable students from underserved and economically deprived communities with a better chance at upward social and economic mobility. This initiative aims at bridging the educational and digital divide by making quality learning accessible to the children in need. With over 175+ partners like American India Foundation, United Way, Right to Live, Magic Bus, SOS, Save the Children, CRY and more across 400 districts in India, the programme has created a positive impact and reached over 55 lakh students across the country. BYJU’S has also partnered with NITI Aayog to provide free access to its tech-driven learning programmes for children from “aspirational districts” of the country. The company aims to accelerate its impact in reaching children who have no access to learning both on its own and through partnerships. For more information: https://byjus.com/educationforall/

India 19th June 2023: Rising pop sensation Shahat Gill debuts with Sony Music to deliver an electrifying Punjabi pop track “Pagal Ay” featuring MTV Hustle 2.0 artist Panther. The song showcases Shahat Gill’s remarkable vocal prowess and Panther’s unmatched energy. It combines their talents to create an infectious musical experience. This collaboration aims to captivate audiences with its dynamic blend of contemporary pop and Punjabi influence.

Written by Kaptaan and composed by Ashu Sidhu with a desi rap verse by Panther Pagal Ay boasts of groovy beats making it a guaranteed hit amongst the audience at large. Accompanying the release is a visually stunning music video, filmed in the enchanting city of Udaipur. The video captures the essence of the track, featuring Shahat Gill and Panther in a high-energy performance and stylized looks that are bound to ignite the screens and leave viewers enthralled.

“I am so excited to release my debut with Sony Music. This song represents a significant milestone in my musical journey and teaming up with Panther for this project has been an exhilarating experience,” said Shahat Gill. “We wanted to create a fresh and vibrant track that would resonate with listeners and become an instant favourite. I believe our collaboration has achieved just that.”

Panther added, “Working with Shahat has been incredible. Her talent and dedication to her craft are evident in every note she sings. Together, we’ve crafted a song that brings together our distinct styles, resulting in an energetic and unforgettable experience. We believe this track will leave a lasting impression and connect with people in a meaningful way.”

The banger by Shahat Gill and Panther is poised to make a significant impact in the music industry, solidifying their positions as rising stars. With its catchy beats and irresistible desi rap, the track promises to dominate playlists and become a favorite among music enthusiasts.

17th June 2023, Pune: Naiknavare Developers, renowned for its well-thought-out community-centric residential and commercial projects in Mumbai, Goa, and Pune, has announced it successfully concluded its long-awaited Gruhshodh Event for the Avon Vista project on Saturday, 6th May 2023.

In the inaugural session of Gruhashodh, Naiknavare Developers felicitated the winners of the lucky draw contest held during the auspicious period from Gudi Padwa to Akshaya Tritiya. As a part of the campaign, the developer rewarded one of the winners by waiving the stamp duty registration fee. The developer also honored three other lucky draw winners with EV bikes and four winners with gold vouchers worth Rs. 1 lakh each. In total, 8 lucky winners were shortlisted and presented with gifts.

The contest garnered an exceptional response from the time of the announcement and recorded participation from hundreds to thousands of people across Maharashtra. Both, the lucky draw and Gruhshodh event also resulted in an increased response with respect to site visits and bookings for Avon Vista.

So far, Avon Vista has successfully granted possession for three buildings, occupied by approximately 300 residents. The remaining three buildings are under construction. This premium residential project offers 30+ lifestyle amenities that encompass a convenience store, pet zone, indoor game area, podium garden, tennis court, infinity pool, skating rink, clubhouse, and co-working spaces, among others. The limited inventory in Avon Vista highlights the scarcity of available units.

“We are thrilled by the response we have received for the campaign and would like to sincerely thank all the participants for showing their enthusiasm and interest. I would also like to congratulate the winners and extend my compliments to them. There couldn’t have been a better time and occasion than the Gruhashodh Event to recognize and entrust our winners with gifts. We look forward to hosting many such contests in the near future. It gives us an opportunity to engage with people and witness their true competitive spirit,” said Mr. Anand Naiknavare, Head of Business Process at Naiknavare Developers.

While speaking about her experience as a customer for the Avon Vista project, Ms. Mayuri shared, “From the time I visited the site till date, I have had a great experience dealing with the customer service team. Owing to this positive experience, I decided to do a spot booking at Avon Vista. With this, our search for residential property that was ongoing for the past 6 to 7 months came to an end. One of the main reasons we finalized on Naiknavare Developers is that they are offering what other players in the market are not. Their amenities, too, are exclusive and left us really impressed; let it be the infinity pool and skating rink or the dance-cum-yoga room and podium garden. Most importantly, we wanted a road-touching property with all the facilities in the vicinity; and Avon Vista fulfilled this criteria.”

Initiatives like the Gruhashodh Event aim towards uniting Naiknavare Developers’ existing customers and the community at large. These events serve as great platforms to comprehend what prospective property buyers and investors anticipate and the prevailing gaps in the market.

The ‘Pay after Placement’ (PAP) program will enable learners to acquire an extensive skill set in Data Science with a minimum upfront fee and accelerate their careers.

Gurugram, June 2023: Uplifters – a skill-based ed-tech startup focused on Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities has recently launched its latest comprehensive course on Data Science with a unique perk for students to ‘Pay after Placement’. The course is focused on providing fresh graduates and working professionals an opportunity to advance their careers in data science without studying under any financial burden.

Data has become a powerful force in today’s fast-paced, digitally-driven world. However, tier 2 and tier 3 cities lack IT infrastructure that can provide reasonably priced courses and reliable placement opportunities. Uplifters has launched a Data Science pay after placement program to help learners understand the implications of data science in the real world and equip them with a skillset to create analytical models to improve business outcomes.

Commenting on the commencement of the course, Umang Sangal, Founder & CEO of Uplifters said, “Selecting an ideal Data Science course is challenging and time-consuming for learners. Even if they are able to find a suitable course, either it is offered at a sky-high fee or not supplemented with a relevant placement opportunity. At Uplifters, we look forward to addressing such challenges and making the talent industry ready with our PAP courses.”

The Data Science course at Uplifters is 30 weeks i.e., a 6 months online program. It is focused on Python, Data Science Maths, Data Sources, Machine Learning, DSA in Python, Excel, SQL, Power BI/Tableau, Cloud Basics and Computer Vision/ NLP. The certification program will also help learners with interview preparation and gain industry experience through real-world industry projects.

Uplifters have deliberately designed Data Science PAP to help learners acquire robust skills at a minimum upfront fee while the remaining fee can be paid after their placement.

Aspiring learners can enrol in the placement assistance program at Uplifters by paying a discounted upfront fee of Rs. 40,000. For a PAP, the learners will have to pay a fee of Rs. 20,000 before enrolling in the course while the remaining amount can be converted into 30% of CTC (max up to Rs. 2 Lakhs) that can be paid after the placement.

Learners can pay the enrolment fee for the Data Science course and get access to Uplifters’ exclusive – Live engaging classes, projects, assignments, Q&A sessions, one-to-one counseling and a placement guide. Additionally, learners can get personalized support from industry experts at Uplifters for mock interviews, resume building and other workshops that imperatively make the learners corporate-ready.

Uplifters is a new age and one of the fastest-growing ed-tech platforms that strive to uplift India’s untapped and undervalued talent. With cutting-edge technology tools and expert knowledge, it equips the learners with the extensive skill set required to unleash growth potential.

Institute of Bakery & Culinary Arts, has announced scholarships worth Rs 1 crores to enable students to build careers. The minimum scholarship amount is Rs 10,000 and the maximum is Rs 1,00,000. The scholarship grants would depend on the course structure of the students. The scholarship is eligible for all courses at the Institute of Bakery & Culinary Arts.

IBCA offers scholarships to more than 400 students across the country for their Bakery and Culinary Arts Courses. The Institute aims to allocate scholarship seats for their advance Diploma, Diploma and certification courses.

The following courses are available in the IBCA institute with their respective duration: 18 months Advance Diploma Course in Culinary (Level 3), 18 Months Advance Diploma Course In Pastry (Level 3), 12 Months Diploma Course In Culinary Arts (Level 2), 12 Months Diploma Course In Pastry Arts (Level 2), 6 Months Certificate Course In Pastry (Level 1), 3 Months Certificate Course In Culinary, 3 Months Certificate Course In Pastry, Culinary Hobby Chef and Pastry Hobby Chef.

Bakery and Culinary Arts careers, All our Courses follow an International curriculum to give students the right exposure for equipping them with the highest standards. IBCA follow strict guidelines that instil discipline and aptitude in students to prepare them as per the prevailing industry standards.