Mumbai: 16th October 2023: The Body Shop, the original ethical beauty brand, introduces its festive campaign ‘Spark a Change’ to mark the beginning of Diwali and the launch of its collection of change-making gifts in-store and on-line.

From vegan beauty treats to indulgent body care, The Body Shop has gifts to delight everyone this Diwali – and every budget. And these gifts do more than simply bring joy to the recipients, they help spark a change in the lives of those who help craft them too, thanks to the brand’s unique Community Fair Trade1 program.

The ‘Spark a Change’ campaign is complemented by an inspiring film featuring the renowned Indian actor, Shefali Shah (2023 Emmy Awards Nominee), as she explores The Body Shop store in search of ethical gifts for her loved ones. The film beautifully captures the skilled women of Teddy Exports2, The Body Shop’s long-standing Community Fair Trade partner based in India. These talented artisans handcraft recycled cotton gift bags, specially commissioned by The Body Shop India for this festive season. In their own way, the women of Teddy Exports, along with Shefali Shah, help ignite change and spread joy, perfectly aligning with The Body Shop’s core value of driving positive change in the world.

Harmeet Singh, VP of Marketing E-commerce & Product, Asia South, The Body Shop, said ‘Every single gift from The Body Shop is enriched with ingredients or packaging from our Community Fair Trade partners. So, with each purchase, customers not only acquire a present but also support communities worldwide, especially in India, thanks to these pouches expertly handcrafted by the artisans at Teddy Exports. This festive season, they have the power to help spark positive change in the lives of many’.

Customers will be able to choose from a fantastic array of festive gifts filled with wonders such as Treats Shea Duo at 595 INR, Beauty bag nourishing (avocado) at 1545 INR and also Lather Slather British Rose at 4695 INR. For those seeking a more personal touch, there is the option to handpick one of Teddy Export’s vibrant pouches. These can be filled to the brim with nature-inspired treats such as best-selling British Rose Shower Gel or the alluring new Full Flowers Eau de Parfum. The power to create the perfect changemaking gift is now in their hands!

Hyderabad,16th October 2023 Cure Foundation and Apollo Cancer Centres; are hosting the 8th Biennial Cybercity Cancer Crusaders Golf Championship, a fund raiser and Cancer awareness initiative on 25th and 26th November 2023 at Hyderabad Golf Club. Tollywood Diva Krithi Shetty along with Dr P Vijay Anand Reddy, Founder, of Cure Foundation and Director, Apollo Cancer Hospital, Hyderabad; launched the Championship by putting the golf ball, at the Hyderabad Golf Club, Golconda, today. The Golf Championship will create awareness about cancer in society through extensive participation from ace golfers, outstanding sportspersons, celebrity figures and opinion leaders.

The Cancer Crusaders Golf Championship will have over 300 golfers participating in 3 sessions spanning over 2 days of November 25th and 26th, at Hyderabad Golf Club. The format of the game is Stableford with 100% Handicap.

Krithi Shetty speaking on the occasion said, as a child I aspired to be a doctor, someone like Dr Vijay Anand Reddy, because he is not only giving back to the society as a doctor, but is going out of the way to support the little kids, that is something which is great as a human one can do to another human needing help, that way he is the true super hero. The doctors and frontline healthcare workers are the real heroes and heroines because they selflessly provide service to patients. We witnessed this even during Covid, while we were protecting ourselves by sitting at home, they risked their lives and gave us life, which is what I wanted to do as a kid by being a doctor. It warms my heart by seeing your dedicated work Dr Vijay Anand Reddy, it inspires me so much, please continue doing this, inspiring everyone, spreading awareness about cancer, and curing these little kids. The greatest gift Dr Vijay Anand aspires is the smile on the face of the kid who got treated, there can be no better gift than that. I want more and more people to come forward to support this cause, it doesn’t matter how much you give, it’s all about the love with which you give, that’s the power in your hands to save lives. We fantasize about superheroes, presuming they are being powerful and have magic, so do we, we have the power to save lives, change lives, what are we waiting for, lets contribute our bit to help the society.

Cure Foundation has been involved since its inception in taking care of tiny tots diagnosed of cancer and providing them care, free of cost. More than 1500 kids got benefited from Cure Foundation. The biennial Cancer Crusaders Golf Championship helps raise funds, through which the Cure Foundation provides succor to such kids, who couldn’t otherwise afford cancer care. The Foundation was also instrumental in raising awareness about cancer prevention among the masses through various programs and screenings. 85% to 90% child cancers can be cured, it is our duty to help these underprivileged children to get rid of dreadful disease like cancer, says Dr P Vijay Anand Reddy.

A unique theme-based International Men’s Day Celebrations, ANANTH, will be hosted, on Sunday 26th November 2023 evening at Novotel HICC, Hyderabad. Prizes will be distributed to the winners in various categories at the 8th Biennial Cybercity Cancer Crusaders Golf Championship, on the occasion.

This custom-designed event, lasting about an hour, celebrates the endless men’s spirit. A fun, yet unique environment where celebrities get to interact among themselves and with the audience and golfers, says Dr P Vijay Anand Reddy.

Vandith Reddy, Hon. Secretary, HGA; Venu Vinod, Managing Director, Cybercity Builders & Developers Pvt. Ltd.; Suresh Reddy, Managing Director, Pride Honda; Prithvi Anand, Director of Sales & Marketing, HICC & Novotel; graced the occasion.

Last six Editions of ‘Cancer Crusaders Golf Championship’

The first six editions of the Cancer Crusaders Invitation Cup organized biennially from 2010, were a runaway success. Former Indian cricket skipper Kapil Dev Nikhanj; Actor Nagarjuna; Star Tennis player Sania Mirza; Former All England Champion Pullela Gopichand; Cine Actresses Richa Gangopadhyay, Priyamani, Samantha; Pooja Hegde, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ritika Mohan Singh, Catherine Tresa, Ms Hebah Patel, Ms Daksha; Smt. K. Kavitha, Ms D.K. Aruna, Ms. Katherine Dhanani, Smt. Tejdeep Kaur Menon; Dr Sangita Reddy, Ms Shobana Kamineni, Mrs Shilpa Reddy and more brought tremendous recognition to the tournament by participating along with the golf enthusiasts.

Kolkata, 16th October 2023: The name ‘Bhowanipur 75 Palli’ is at present regarded as an emerging star amongst the leading theme pujas of south Kolkata. With each passing year, Bhowanipur 75 Palli has reached a milestone. Normally famous for its themed pandals in South Kolkata, this renowned Durga Puja pandal has maintained its tradition for 59 years. The organizers are steadfast in their belief in Sabkeiyana this time which was inaugurated today virtually by Smt. MAMATA BANERJEE, Chief Minister of West Bengal.

Speaking to the media, Sri. Bablu Singh, Working President Bhowanipur 75 Palli and Social Worker said, “Tradition doesn’t sprout overnight; its roots run deep. So, in the pre-golden jubilee year, Bhowanipur 75 Palli continues to have faith in Sabekiyana. This time, for the decoration of the pandal at Bhowanipur 75 Palli is using a variety of mountain fruits, including betel leaves and mangoes, have been chosen. These fruits are processed and used for decoration in a traditional manner. The touch of Sabekiyana is also evident in the idol of the goddess, sculpted by artist Prashant Pal.”

In the eagerness to have a grand Durga Puja, Bhowanipur 75 Palli has not forgotten its social responsibilities; they have always been in the forefront of social events and also to eradicate social evils. A part of the donation and subscription that they collect in the Durga Puja is utilized in social works around the year. They have been associated with the local bodies in all forms and shapes for any mass-oriented awareness activity. Some of these include – Complimentary health checkups & assistance for the local habitats around the year; an Awareness program run all through the year regarding socio-economic hazards; Organizing Blood, Body, and Eye Donation camps; Distribution of new sarees and clothes during the Durga Puja to the under-privileged ones; Giving educational kits and books to the children below poverty line; Giving blankets to needy during the winter season and many such CSR activities for welfare of the society.

Bengaluru, 16th October 2023: Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (“KMBL”/ “Kotak”) today reported that their customers have lapped up offers on their Khushi Ka Season (KKS) program with great enthusiasm. This season, KMBL has offers during Flipkart’s The Big Billion Day sale, one of the most awaited e-commerce sales LIVE across the Flipkart Group including Myntra Big Fashion Festival, one of the biggest online fashion sale; as well as ClearTrip, one of India’s fastest-growing online travel technology companies that also has great deals during The Big Billion Days.

The offers are available for Kotak Credit Card as well as Debit Card customers with an option to pay on EMI.

Frederick Dsouza, Business Head – Credit Cards, Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd said, “Kotak is delighted to offer customers a range of offers and discounts this festive season. With attractive offers on Flipkart, Myntra, Cleartrip, MakeMyTrip and Zomato etc. we hope to make this year’s shopping extravaganza even more special for customers. We are already seeing this in our Y-o-Y spend growth which has roughly doubled.”

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Elevating the bar for customer experience, Kotak Mahindra Bank has introduced an array of innovative offerings and also refined its existing products. One notable value proposition is ActivMoney, which offers an impressive Fixed Deposit (FD)-like interest rate of up to 7%* p.a., at the same time providing the flexibility to access funds at the customer’s convenience. The bank has partnered with world-renowned artists in the realm of entertainment, curating exclusive experiences that promise to be truly unforgettable. Another testament to customer delight, The Big Billion Day offer is set to enhance and deepen customer engagement.

Mumbai, 16th October 2023: AbhiBus, the highest-rated and leading bus booking app in India, is delighted to announce an exciting festive season offer for bus tickets at the incredibly low price of just Rs. 1. This offer is effective immediately for travel between October 19, 2023, to October 25, 2023, enabling customers to embark on memorable journeys to their favorite destinations.

The limited-time offer comes as a pre-Diwali gift from AbhiBus to express gratitude to its valued customers. Travelers will need to apply the coupon code “LUCKY1” to avail the offer.

Rohit Sharma, Chief Operating Officer of AbhiBus, expressed his enthusiasm for the offer, saying, “The holiday season is a time for togetherness and joy, and AbhiBus wants to be a part of that celebration. Our ‘Rs. 1 Travel Offer’ is our way of spreading happiness and making travel affordable for all. We want everyone to have the opportunity to connect with loved ones and create cherished memories.”

AbhiBus is renowned for its commitment to exceptional customer service, offering instant bus booking, hassle-free cancellations, 24×7 customer support, and real-time bus tracking to ensure a seamless travel experience. In addition, the app has a unique function called “Pink Seat” where a female passenger will only be assigned the adjacent seat if a female passenger has reserved it.

systems, and logistics, providing a robust and customizable software solution to small and big-size bus operators. AbhiBus primarily earns revenue from bus tickets in the form of convenience fees and commissions. The business of AbhiBus was acquired by ixigo in August 2021.

New Delhi, 16th October 2023: The second edition of the prestigious Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon which concluded earlier today witnessed the participation of 35,000+ runners in support of the cause of #RunForZeroHunger. The record participation, 50% higher than last year, extended across five events including the flagship Half Marathon, Open 10K Run, Great Delhi Run, Senior Citizens’ Run, and Champions with Disability Run. Vedanta’s commitment of providing 1 meal to children for every 1 km run added up to 5 million meals in total. These meals will be served across Vedanta’s network of nearly 6,000 Nand Ghars, which are modernized, state-of-the-art Anganwadis, in the coming weeks. Nand Ghar is the flagship social impact program of Vedanta’s Anil Agarwal Foundation and operates in 14 states across India.

The races were flagged off by Ms. Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Non-Executive Director, Vedanta and Chairperson, Hindustan Zinc Ltd. in the presence of Mr. Anurag Singh Thakur, Honourable Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and I&B, GoI, Mr. Vinai Kumar Saxena, Honourable Lieutenant Governor of NCT of Delhi and Ms. Atishi, Minister of Education, Govt of NCT of Delhi along with other dignitaries. Speaking on the occasion Hebbar said, “What we witnessed today was the immense power of participative sport to mobilise people from all walks of life and come together for fun, fitness and, most importantly, a cause. It is the dream of our Chairman, Shri Anil Agarwal, that every child in India sleeps with a stomach full of nutritious food. We want to make #RunForZeroHunger a mass movement involving every Indian, just like we want every Anganwadi in this country to become a modern Nand Ghar.”

Recently, Vedanta through Anil Agarwal Foundation launched a millet-based nutri-bar that provides supplementary nutrition to children at Anganwadis including Nand Ghars. Early results from the network of Nand Ghars are promising and indicate an improvement in nutritional outcomes. To share this experience with the runners, every participant at the VDHM 2023 was given these multi-millet bars.

Many celebrities and influencers including Actors Bhumi Pednekar, Ashish Vidyarthi, Fitness Coach Yasmin Karachiwala, Wrestlers Sangram Singh & Sakshi Malik, Actors Payal Rohatgi, Sara Khan, Kangan Nangia, Pankhuri Awasthy, Fashion Designer Nikhil Mehra, RJ Vidit, Masterchef Finalist Gurkirat Singh lent their support to the cause of #RunForZeroHunger in the run-up to the event. Ashton Eaton, two-time Olympic medalist and World Champion athlete, the brand Ambassador for VDHM 2023 and Indian women’s national cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur & Actor and Sports Enthusiast Gul Panag, motivated the runners at the marathon.

The Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon also saw active participation from nearly 30,000 employees of the title sponsor. While some ran in Delhi, others participated via mini-marathons in their business locations and through the StepSetGo app, leading to the race day.

A Finisher’s medal was awarded to the runners. The medal is made from purest and highestrade zinc from world’s largest & oldest mines in Rajasthan, produced by Hindustan Zinc Limited, a vertical of Vedanta Group.

Mumbai, 16th October 2023 – KORUM Mall transformed into a sea of color and excitement as it hosted the Dandiya extravaganza today. This was no ordinary Navratri celebration; this was an event for specially-abled children. Over 150 children from different schools and institutions came together to dance to the tunes of the Dadiya music and to celebrate the spirit of Navratri.

The mall was buzzing with energy as the children arrived. Enthusiastic volunteers warmly welcomed the children, organizing them into groups and guiding them to the dance floor. This exceptional event ignited the festivities with a vibrant burst of inclusivity and joy.

The event was a shining example of diverse ethnicities uniting in a spirited Navratri celebration. Notable institutions, such as Vasant Vihar School and Holy Cross School, joined hands in a remarkable display of togetherness.

Children of all ages, adorned in a kaleidoscope of vibrant attire, joyfully twirled in unison. The atmosphere resonated with their infectious laughter and the rhythmic melodies of the Dandiya music. An undeniable sense of excitement and camaraderie filled the air. This event was a special day of celebration for all the children involved; it was a day to celebrate their unique abilities and to come together as a community to raise awareness of the importance of inclusion and promote a spirit of understanding.

KORUM Mall, known for its unwavering commitment to inclusivity and community engagement, is thrilled to have provided a platform for specially-abled children to shine and revel in the joy of Navratri. Also known for its variety of super-engaging events for children and adults alike, KORUM Mall hosts a range of assorted competitions, including chess, Rubik’s cube, Golden Dandiya, and more, as well as celebrity meet-and-greets, sales, and Diwali and Christmas celebrations. KORUM Mall extends its sincere appreciation to all the parents, guardians, and the entire community for their tremendous support in bringing this remarkable celebration to life.

New Delhi, 16th October 2023: India TV, one of the leading news broadcasters and the only news group to have CTV-first news channels in India, has added another jewel to its crown with the launch of ‘India TV Chunav Manch,’a dedicated channel for 24×7 election updates. The launch is scheduled for 15th October and will take place during India TV’s flagship event “Chunav Manch”, which is being held in Madhya Pradesh, this year.

The 2024 election is expected to be a landmark moment in the Indian political landscape, and India TV is gearing up to deliver exclusive election coverage through its dedicated 24×7 stream available on its CTV App and dedicated YouTube channel. India TV will provide round-the-clock analysis of latest election news and trends and political interviews. This will also include the upcoming state elections. Additionally, the exclusive election channel will feature renowned political analysts and seasoned journalists, who will provide their extensive insights of election matters. Viewers can also expect on-ground reports and firsthand accounts from India TV journalists. Lastly, interactive debates featuring politicians and pundits providing diverse opinions will be a crucial aspect.

On the launch of this new channel, Ritu Dhawan, Managing Director of India TV said, “The 2024 elections are going to be pivotal for the nation. In this regard, India TV is committed to providing authentic, unbiased, and comprehensive election coverage to its viewers. Informed decisions are made basis knowledge and correct information. This is what we aim to provide through our dedicated election channel. We are eager to contribute to the democratic process of our great nation.”

She further added that, “As a media house, we remain committed to our core values of responsible and ethical journalism, impartial reporting and serving the interests of the Indian public.” By focusing on news dissemination through CTV, India TV will aim to move beyond the barrier of content limitation I.e., providing content 24×7 in a structured manner as compared to linear TV.

Earlier in August, India TV, the leading Hindi news channel in India, introduced the main channel and two dedicated CTV channels on CTV devices. In addition to India TV Live, the channels also introduced India TV Speed News and India TV Aap ki Adalat. Furthermore, India TV is also planning to launch a few more channels in future.

India 16th October 2023: International Tractors Limited (ITL), India’s number one exporter of tractors, today launched 5 tractors, including their electric model – Solis SV Series, with cutting-edge technology to transform the world farming landscape. These revolutionary farm machines offer a superior blend of advanced technology, power, and versatility to enhance productivity and efficiency for farming communities worldwide. The new product launch happened concurrently with ITL’s global conference ‘Global Partners Summit (GPS) 200’ in Gurugram, India which saw the participation of over 200 channel partners members from various countries of the world.

The new line-up of tractors comprises Series S, Series C, Series H, and Series N, along with the SV series, and all products are power-packed with world-class technology and advanced emission control systems. Leveraging its strengths of a strong manufacturing base in India and a superior worldwide network of 3,000 dealers, ITL offers the highest quality products at a very competitive cost to farmers across the globe. While Series H, Series S, and Solis SV models are launched globally, Series C will be available for European markets and Series N will cater to markets including Europe, USA, Africa and South America Regions. The EV variant in particular guarantees superior torque availability at all times and can be charged from 0-100% in 3-3.5 hours using a fast charger and in 8 hours using a regular charger.

Announcing the launch of the five new series, Mr. Sushant Sagar Mittal, Executive Director of ITL said, “Our commitment to develop hero products for our customers with superior quality and offer world class customer service has inspired us to invest Rs. 850 cr. in technology up-gradation with our new plant and Rs. 150 cr. into R&D to launch new tractor series. All our new tractors reflect upon our dedication to innovation and our ongoing commitment to ensure prosperity for the world farming community.”

Sharing his thoughts on the exciting launch, Mr. Rahul Mittal, Executive Director of ITL said, “We have found a winning formula by combining European styling and Japanese quality at Indian manufacturing costs. The special ingredient in this formula is our constant growth mindset with biggest network of channel partners who dream big, are willing to take up new challenges and are ready to reinvent. This formula is shaking up the global tractor industry. Our aim is to help farmers all across the globe to increase their productivity and make a difference in their life. We aim to achieve that through innovation.”

Mr. Gaurav Saxena, Director and CEO of International Business at ITL, “At International Tractors Limited, we believe in a global commitment towards the agri community that transcends borders and truly value our customer’s prosperity. Our new product offerings are designed to shape the future of farming and we regularly keep introducing new tractors or upgrading our product portfolio based on market feedback. We have been the No 1. Export brand from India since last 4 years and hold No. 1 position in 14 countries in the addressable segment. These new five tractor series will enable us to strengthen our position in the world markets, serve a wider range of customers as well as penetrate newer segments in various markets together with support of our biggest network of over 3000 dealers.”

International Tractors Limited is No.1 in 15+ countries including Hungary, Portugal, Iceland, Germany, France, Finland, Czech Republic, Nepal, Myanmar, Algeria and many more in the addressable segment. It is a leading Indian company exporting advanced technology equipped tractors in 16-125 HP segments to 150+ countries of the world. The company has grown significantly in the last few years with a market share of 28% in FY23 surging to 36% in H1 FY24.

International Tractors Limited is the No.1 Tractor Export brand from India. Incorporated in 1996, it is also the third largest tractor manufacturer in the country and stands proudly among the top 5 tractor manufacturers globally. The company manufactures tractors under two brand names – Sonalika and Solis.

Being the No. 1 tractor exporter from India, ITL is proudly associated with 2.5 lakh customers in markets outside India, which is a true sign of high acceptability of an Indian brand across the world. It is also the No.1 brand in 15+ countries in the addressable industry, which includes both developed, as well as developing countries such as Germany, Finland, Portugal, Iceland, Czech Republic, Myanmar, Nepal and Bangladesh. The company held over 28% market share in exports in FY’23, that has further risen to 36% in H1 FY’24, which means every third tractor exported from India is rolled out at the ITL.

ITL has the presence in all the European countries and its tractors are successfully operated by more than thousands of satisfied customers in diversified European conditions. ITL has also set up a spare parts centre in Germany in cooperation with Yanmar that caters to customer requirements in Europe with an aim to provide better service and overall customer satisfaction.

Hyderabad,16th October 2023 Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd.; a fully owned subsidiary of Pernod Ricard SA; hosted a Cricket extravaganza for the diehard Cricket World Cup 2023 fans, today at the HITEX, Hyderabad. Chief Guest and Tollywood Diva Shriya Saran added to the frenzy with her presence at the venue.

Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd.; hosted live screening of the India, Pakistan match on two large screens, one placed inside the Hall No. 2 of HITEX, measuring 64 ft., width and 22 ft., height and another, the world’s largest screen, measuring 80 ft., width and 36 ft., height, outside the hall for a larger audience to view the match, live.

Shriya Saran unveiled the largest screen at the venue to the amazement of the huge audience present to watch the electrifying India Vs Pakistan match. She presented the World Book of Records certificate to Udit Dugar, Zonal Head, South; Anant Swarup, Region Head, Telangana and AP; Prakhyath Thejveer, Zonal Marketing, South and Navneeth Rao, Marketing Head, Telangana and AP, Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd; recognising the feat of installing the world’s largest screen. Shriya Saran also presented five thousand bats and balls for blind cricketers, donated by Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd.; to Mr Ajay Kumar Reddy, Captain, Indian Men’s Cricket Team for the blind; Mr Dhiraj Sequeira, Manager, Indian Men’s Cricket team for the blind and Mr K. Anil Reddy, General Secretary, Cricket Association for the blind in Telangana.

Shriya Saran speaking about the India, Pakistan match said, India is playing really well, I am very excited and know India will win this match today. The big screen here is not just big, its humongous and watching the match on it is a great experience, I am enjoying it. Watching on the big screen added to the thrill of the match, because it’s so clear. It’s a great initiative on the part of Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd.; to provide cricket bats and balls to blind cricketers. I was associated with a blind school, during my school days in Delhi, then I had a small NGO called Spandana, where we employed blind therapists, I was also associated with blind football team. I am very happy that today I am associated with blind cricket as well. It is thrilling to watch them play cricket, I used to see them play cricket when I was in School, they are so focussed and inspiring and learnt a lot from them. I would like to say that they are truly and beautifully blessed to face the challenges. We spend our lives looking at things we don’t see them, when you are differently blessed you will start feeling them, seeing them differently. I also feel that god has a way of blessing you differently, its magical. It’s actually beautiful that because of this cricket match today, I got an opportunity to meet the blind team as well. With my daughter Radha, every day is a new day and you learn something new every day, her sense of humour is super funny, she has a way with the smile, so every day is a learning day, I do end up becoming a kid with her. My mom is a huge Krishna follower and she gave the name, Radha also means happy in Russian, so it means something in both the languages.

Udit Dugar said we are all witnessing the India Vs Pakistan World Cup match on the world’s largest live projected screen. An India, Pakistan match that too in a World Cup is a massive massive event. This is our way to give the fans a large experience.

The event turned festive with over three thousand cricket enthusiasts at the venue having lots of fun watching the match live and getting entertained by DJ and Dhol. Anchor and the Celebrity kept the audience engaged with fun games and entertainment, during the match breaks.

Udit Dugar, Zonal Head, South, Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd; Anant Swarup, Region Head, Telangana and AP, Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd; Prakhyath Thejveer, Zonal Marketing, South, Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd; Navneeth Rao, Marketing Head, Telangana and AP, Pernod Ricard India (P) Ltd; Ajay Kumar Reddy, Captain, Indian Men’s Cricket Team for the blind; Dhiraj Sequeira, Manager, Indian Men’s Cricket team for the blind and K. Anil Reddy, General Secretary, Cricket Association for the blind in Telangana; graced the occasion.