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Motorola razr40 ultra and razr40: The slimmest, gapless and nearly creaseless flip phones to go on sale starting 15th July

New Delhi, 15th July 2023 – Motorola, India’s best 5G smartphone brand, and the pioneer of the flip phones disrupted the Indian smartphone market with the launch of the motorola razr40 ultra and razr40, the latest additions to its flagship razr smartphones series. The razr40 ultra and razr40 will go on sale tomorrow, 15th July from 12 AM onwards at Amazon, Motorola India Website, Reliance Digital outlets and at leading retail stores across India.

These latest additions to the razr series are dipped in cutting-edge technology and style-driven self-expression, to Flip the Script of foldable smartphones. Each feature of this new series is carefully crafted to meet the needs of modern consumers who want to stand out and own the best version of a modern flip phone.

Leading the pack is the razr40 ultra which is the thinnest flippable smartphone in the industry when flipped closed – and includes the powerful Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform, efficient battery, and the largest external display of any flip phone. This incredible External Display comes with an astonishing 3.6” pOLED screen which is fully capable of supporting multiple apps and functions even when it is closed, so users can view more at a glance and access content which matters the most. Users can respond to messages, take a selfie, get directions, play games, listen to music on Spotify and enjoy watching YouTube all on this large external display. Moreover, this external display is also the smoothest with 144Hz adaptive refresh rate making switching between apps and scrolling websites quite seamless. Also, this display has Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus Protection ensuring durability for rough usage and opens up a plethora of use cases for consumers, from content creation to applying makeup or taking quick look before you take a selfie.

This is not enough as when the motorola razr40 ultra smartphone flips open, it reveals a nearly creaseless and ultra-smooth display, which has a vivid 6.9″ pOLED screen with the industry highest screen refresh rate of 165Hz and peak brightness of 1400nits enabling users to have even better smartphone experience when fully open. Motorola razr40, also comes with a similar display configuration with a refresh rate peaks at 144Hz which makes it ultra smooth too.

In terms of design, Motorola is offering an iconic piece of nostalgia in a modern infinitely flexible design. The Motorola razr40 Ultra folds completely in half with the top and bottom edges aligning perfectly for a seamless, gapless, ultra-thin and sleek look. Unlike most other flip phones, the razr40 ultra, does not leave any visible crease on the screen because of its unique teardrop hinge. It also comes with the industry’s first dual-axis tracking, which reduces the size of the device, thus making both the razr phones the World’s Slimmest Flip phone in the industry when flipped close. The iconic design of the Motorola razr40 ultra and razr40 features a combination of a metal frame with premium vegan leather option on the back making it easy to grip and soft to touch.

Redefining the smartphone experience, the Motorola razr40 ultra and razr40 come with Flex View technology which offers new ways to interact, capture, and create. Users can angle the device to easily view content, video chat with friends, and more. When standing on its own, the device enables users to frame the perfect shot and capture the perfect pose using gesture capture and auto-smile capture. The device comes packed with features of a high-end smartphone and therefore this device is an ideal match for trendsetters, and tastemakers but also for digital minimalists who want to disconnect and take control of their device.

In terms of camera capabilities, the Motorola Razr40 ultra delivers impressive performance. It features a powerful 12MP main camera sensor with Instant Dual Pixel PDAF, ensuring fast and accurate focus even in stimulating lighting conditions. With a wide f/1.5 aperture lens and OIS, it captures stunning photos with soft-focus backgrounds, ideal for content creators on the move. Additionally, it includes a 13MP ultrawide + macro vision lens for wide-angle shots that offer three times more content in a single frame. The phone can be easily flipped open to utilize the 32MP front camera for selfies and video calls. Furthermore, the high-quality camera and large display can be utilized as a mirror for quick makeup touch-ups or live streaming. Similarly, the Motorola razr40 features the highest resolution sensor ever seen in their foldable smartphones, boasting a 64MP main camera with OIS, a 13MP Ultrawide + Macro Vision lens, and a 32MP front camera for capturing stunning images and engaging in high-quality video calls.

Fueling all these features, and much more is the powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, which comes with advanced AI and fast refresh rates, and 5G connections. While the Motorola razr40 boasts the Powered by Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, based on 4nm platform. When it comes to multi-media, the razr40 Ultra is more than just a marvelous display, it also packs Dolby Atmos for an enhanced auditory experience. So now, users can not only enjoy exceptional visual details but also experience multi-dimensional sound, which brings out more clarity, detail, and depth. The Motorola razr40 ultra and Motorola razr40 has an ultra-fast 33W TurboPower charger and supports wireless charging too. While Motorola razr40 ultra has a lasting battery of 3800mAH, which is larger than the previous generation of razr, the motorla razr40 comes equipped with a massive 4200mAH battery.

Introducing vibrant color choices, Motorola offers a striking lineup for the new razr40 ultra. Featuring the exclusive Pantone® Color of the Year 2023, Viva Magenta, in a premium vegan leather design, it stands out among Motorola devices. Additionally, the razr40 ultra is available in the sleek Infinite Black with a matte finish glass body. On the other hand, the motorola razr40 comes in a premium vegan leather finish with three trendy colors. These include Sage Green, a contemporary green tone, Vanilla Cream, a classic off-white shade, and Summer Lilac, a mystical purple hue. Embrace your style with these captivating color options.

Both devices run on Android 13 and come with a promise of 3 OS upgrades and 4 years of security patches, with personalization available as per needs and the signature Motorola experiences such as the simple gestures, and custom entertainment settings are also available. Furthermore, the razr40 ultra and razr40 offer an extensive suite of software experiences and security features, including ReadyFor, ThinkShield for mobile, Moto Secure, and Moto KeySafe.

Availability & Pricing:

The Motorola razr40 Ultra will be available at a launch price of Rs 89,999/- while the Motorola razr40 will be available at a launch price of Rs 59,999/-.

The smartphones will go on sale from 15th July 2023, 12 AM for amazon prime users on Amazon. Both smartphones will also be available on Motorola.in, Reliance Digital and other leading retail stores. However, for those consumers who pre-booked the device on Amazon, the devices will be available for purchase from 14th July 2023 12 PM onwards. Both smartphones are part of the prime day on amazon specials starting 15th July 2023.

Popeyes® arrives in Hyderabad

Popeyes

Hyderabad,15th July 2023: FoodWorks Limited (NSE, BSE: JUBLFOOD), India’s largest food service company, joyfully announces the inauguration of Popeyes®, the iconic US fried chicken titan, in the culturally rich and dynamic city of Hyderabad. With a robust legacy nearing half a century, Popeyes® has firmly positioned itself as a global phenomenon, enchanting palates and earning loyal followers across the world.

The brand’s spectacular debut in India began with the launch of its flagship restaurant in Bengaluru and was quickly followed by a triumphant spread in Chennai, Manipal, and Coimbatore. The brand’s advent in Hyderabad signals yet another significant achievement, highlighting its rapidly growing appeal and fandom among fried chicken aficionados throughout the southern Indian territories.

“We are overjoyed to bring Popeyes® to the energetic heart of Hyderabad, fifth city for the brand in South India”, shared Sameer Khetarpal, CEO and MD of Jubilant FoodWorks Limited. “Citizens of Hyderabad can now enjoy the bold Cajun flavours of fried chicken, burger (sandwich) in a brioche bun and French fries at the first store in Asian Satyam Mall. Seeing the lines outside the restaurant, we are humbled by the response that we are getting, motivating us to launch 30-35 stores in this year.”

Since its establishment in 1972, Popeyes has mesmerized global audiences with its authentic New Orleans-style culinary masterpieces, featuring the renowned fried chicken and signature chicken sandwiches. Nestled in Satyam Mall, Ameerpet, the inaugural Popeyes® outlet in Hyderabad is primed to swing its doors open on July 12, inviting patrons to immerse themselves in the tantalizing allure of Cajun-infused cuisine.

The meteoric success of Popeyes® is attributed to its meticulous hand breading, battering, and marinating of locally procured fresh chicken for a full 12 hours in distinctive Cajun seasonings – a classic fusion of cayenne pepper, garlic, onion, black and white pepper, and celery, guaranteeing a truly memorable gastronomic adventure with each bite.

Gaurav Pande, Executive Vice President and Head of Business at Popeyes® India added, “We are extremely happy to see how our iconic Louisiana-style fried chicken and signature Cajun flavors have struck a chord with the Indian audience. Our chicken, freshly sourced, freshly prepared and marinated over 12 hours, showcases our dedication to providing our customers with dishes that are flavourful to the very last bite. We are eagerly looking forward to serving our guests in Hyderabad and creating a memorable experience and loyalty for Popeyes that exists worldwide.”

The Popeyes® India menu showcases the globally acclaimed Chicken Sandwich, along with a plethora of fried chicken selections that are freshly obtained, antibiotic-free, and devoid of any added MSG. To complete the gastronomic ensemble, the menu also offers balanced meal choices like Rice Bowls and Wraps, including vegetarian options, ensuring a holistic Popeyes® dining experience for all patrons. The brand has set a benchmark for its consumers with its iconic Hot & Messy Range, which is its signature fried chicken coated in flavourful sauces with Smoky Pepper and Sweet Chilli flavours. This unique offering continues to be a delightful choice for all the Indian guests.

Popeyes® has gained a reputation for its bustling queues and palpable anticipation during the unveiling of new outlets. The brand’s unwavering dedication to quality, innovation, and audacious flavors has cultivated a devout fan base, who eagerly anticipate each fresh Popeyes® location. As Hyderabad embraces Popeyes®, it is predicted that the city’s food lovers will join the ranks of these devoted fans, ready to savour the brand’s distinct flavors and culinary prowess.

Popeyes® has made its menu available at fingertips with its dedicated app (for Android and iOS) and mobile website (www.popeyes.in), facilitating home-based gastronomic indulgence. Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has established its own delivery fleet, fully equipped with e-bikes to ensure a seamless, zero-emission delivery of the Popeyes® experience.

WION ‘Billion Dollar Idea’ Season 2 goes LIVE on 16th July 2023; to feature Entrepreneurial Success Stories of Business Leaders making it Big!

WION ‘Billion Dollar

WION presents Season 2 of ‘Billion Dollar Idea’: charting the extraordinary stories of individuals building big businesses, India’s premier international news channel, WION, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Season 2 of its talk show, ‘Billion Dollar Idea,’ hosted by news anchor and entrepreneur, Jasper Reid. With 12 highly engaging episodes, the new season aims to inspire and empower viewers in pursuit of bigger dreams.

‘Billion Dollar Idea’ Season 2 delves into the rapidly evolving landscape of Indian business, exploring both traditional and disruptive enterprises by talking to experienced and emerging entrepreneurs as well. The show provides an intimate glimpse into the personal journeys and motivations of its notable guests, sharing their successes, setbacks, and the stories behind their remarkable achievements.

Season 2 introduces a revamped format, featuring in-person and on-location interviews with Jasper Reid (the Founder and CEO of International Market Management) engaging in informal chats with guests who have founded or lead enterprises valued at $1.0 billion or whose firms have the potential to become ‘Unicorns.’

Episode 1 of ‘Billion Dollar Idea’ Season 2 goes live on Sunday, July 16th, 2023 and features thought-provoking conversations with Anish Achuthan, Co-founder of Open Money, India’s 100th unicorn, as he shares candid insights into making his #BillionDollarIdea a reality.

Madhu Soman, Chief Business Officer of WION, commented on the approach of Season 2, saying, “With the second season of Billion-Dollar Idea, we plan to dig deeper and unpack the method behind the madness. And Jasper, with his slightly irreverent and freewheeling style, has this uncanny ability to get the mind behind the money to open up while keeping things conversational yet compelling.”

Jasper Reid, entrepreneur, and host of the show adds, “An entrepreneur’s journey is never easy. It requires unwavering zeal, the courage to face failure, and the willingness to take risks and handle uncertainty. As I explore the struggles and triumphs of each of the 12 entrepreneurs, I hope their stories will inspire many others in the future.”

WION – The World is One News, renowned for its comprehensive analysis of global issues, has amassed a subscriber base of over 7 million on YouTube. The channel consistently outshines many Indian English News channels, including India Today, NDTV, and Times Now, in terms of monthly viewership on digital platforms.

About WION: WION, World is One News, is a distinguished English global news brand under Zee Media, reaching audiences in over 190 countries. It provides unparalleled coverage of global news from an Indian perspective. Website: www.WIONews.com

Zee Media Corporation Ltd, a leading media conglomerate in India, boasts a robust presence in news and regional genres, with 16 news channels spanning seven languages and an extensive viewership of over 528 million through linear and digital platforms.

Blaupunkt primed for prime day sales with the new launches

Blaupunkt

15th July 2023, India: Blaupunkt is back at it, but this time with Amazon Prime Day sales. Along with 45K new products, Blaupunkt has added its new launches to the excitement. Bringing to you the sleek, stylish, high-quality audio, and pocket-friendly devices, the BTW100 Extreme and SBW550 Soundbar.

The BTW100 Extreme earbuds have a 99-hour battery life and TurboVolt technology for quick charging. The sonic radar mics pick up and provide the purest sounds, with two per earbud. Blaupunkt CRISPR ENC tech uses these 4 Mics to filter out ambient sounds and give you crisp and clear conversations. The BTW100 Extreme has extremely low latency, allowing motion and sound to mix seamlessly. Gaming becomes even more exciting. If you like racing, you will notice the pace. If it’s wargames, get ready to feel the heat of warfare. In terms of design, the charging case is sleek and effortlessly glides into and out of your pocket. The buds are light and pleasant to use for lengthy periods of time. The charging case has LED lights that show the state of your battery. Bluetooth Version 5 is installed. The acoustic experience they provide is far superior to the norm. Solid sound separation, crisp highs and lows, and pounding bass, ALL IN ONE. All for just Rs. 799/-.

The SBW550 soundbar is incredibly contemporary and feature-rich, and it produces audio quality that is significantly superior to its price. This soundbar is notable for its flawlessly balanced performance and the sheer quantity of capabilities provided by outstanding technology. Any frequency can ring through the audio output’s pure sound of 250 watts. It performs optimally with no distortion or interference. Its distinct and stylish remote is equipped with cutting-edge technology. Every required function is included in the design. All of the sound modes, balance, fader, and other controls will be at your command. The Blaupunkt SBW550 is priced at Rs. 9999/-.

Commentary around World Youth Skills Day I NLB Services

July 15th is celebrated as World Youth Skills Day to recognize the importance of empowering young individuals with essential skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and holistic development. In an era marked by rapid technological evolution and shifting economic landscapes, this day serves as a powerful reminder of the significance of skill development and its transformative potential for the youth.

World Youth Skills Day highlights the urgency to invest in youth skill development. Today’s global landscape is driven by rapid digital transformation, changing consumer behavior, and evolving economic structures. In this digital era, technological literacy is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Bridging the skills gap becomes crucial to empower young people and reduce youth unemployment in the face of these changes.

Skilling plays a pivotal role in unleashing the untapped potential of young individuals. By acquiring pertinent skills, youth can significantly improve their employment prospects, adapt effectively to dynamic job markets, and contribute to overall economic growth. Moreover, skill development nurtures confidence, self-sufficiency, and a sense of purpose among young people, enabling them to navigate real-life challenges with ease and efficiency.

In terms of desired skills, artificial intelligence & machine learning, data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and blockchain are increasingly sought-after in the age of digital technology. Automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence are transforming industries, creating new jobs while rendering some traditional roles obsolete. It is crucial for young people to be prepared to embrace these technologies and adapt to the changing nature of work.

While hard skills will continue to shape the future of work, it is important to strike a balance by nurturing soft skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration. These skills enable individuals to adapt to changing circumstances and navigate complex socioeconomic environments.
Creating dynamic roles for young professionals to learn and develop is vital.

Collaboration between educational institutions, governments, and the private sector is imperative to design and implement comprehensive skilling programs. These programs should focus on technical and soft skills, provide hands-on training, and offer opportunities for internships and apprenticeships. Lifelong learning should be promoted as a means to adapt to evolving industry needs and encourage continuous upskilling and reskilling.

In conclusion, organizations have a significant role to play in skilling youth. Through collaboration, curriculum design, apprenticeships, mentorship programs, and active participation in career development initiatives, organizations contribute to equipping young individuals with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience they need to succeed in the job market. Together, we can create an environment that fosters skill development and empowers the youth to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Here are Top 5 tech skills and the expected demand in the next 2-3 years

Sl. No Skills % Rise expected in next 2-3 years
1 AI & ML 20-25%
2 Data Analytics 15-20%
3 Cybersecurity 15-20%
4 Cloud Computing 15-20%
5 Blockchain 10-15%

AAF’s Nand Ghar features in CII’s CSR Compendium for Transforming Lives of Rural Woman in India with Skilling

Nand Ghar features

15th July 2023 New Delhi: Anil Agarwal Foundation’s (AAF) Nand Ghar initiative has been featured prominently in a compendium of CSR initiatives of India Inc launched by the Confederation of Indian Industry and National Commission for Women.

Nand Ghar, an innovative social impact project by Anil Agarwal Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Vedanta Limited, is a model project working to strengthen the Anganwadi ecosystem of India. It has reimagined traditional Anganwadis, government infrastructure addressing the education, nutrition, and health needs of children and lactating women, into “Nand Ghars” – a Home for a Young One. By leveraging innovative solutions encompassing health, nutrition, education, and women’s empowerment through skilling, it aims to uplift the lives of women and children across rural India. Since its inception, Nand Ghar has empowered 1.2 lakh women, providing them with income opportunities of up to INR 12,000 per month and helping them establish businesses in sectors ranging from textiles to data entry to dairy farming.

Titled Boosting Livelihood Opportunities for Women – the compendium compiles the journey of nineteen corporations that have successfully rolled out programs to empower rural women, including landless farmers, women with disabilities, and those residing in remote regions. The compendium underscores the pivotal role played by women in driving both economic and social progress, recognizing their potential as a catalyst for accelerated economic growth in ‘New India.’ The compendium serves as a testament to the exemplary CSR efforts of Anil Agarwal Foundation in empowering women in rural and semi-urban areas by creating sustainable livelihoods for them.

Anil Agarwal Foundation, in alignment with the vision of an empowered nation, has taken the lead in implementing women-focused sustainable livelihood programs to address skilling and employability opportunities for women. Recently, its flagship project Nand Ghar collaborated with Rajasthan Skill and Livelihoods Development Corporation (RSLDC) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which RSLDC will provide support for training, certification, and placement support to the beneficiaries of Nand Ghar, which will serve as hubs for skill development and entrepreneurship training. Through this, AAF aims to empower women by providing them with the necessary skills and resources to enhance their livelihood opportunities, making them financially independent.

AAF, with the backing of Vedanta, has already constructed and upgraded over 5,500 Anganwadi Centres into Nand Ghars across 14 states in India. Earlier, AAF had signed an MoU with the Government of Rajasthan to upgrade 25,000 Anganwadi Centres into Nand Ghars in the state.

The Anil Agarwal Foundation is the umbrella entity for Vedanta’s community and social initiatives. The focus areas of the Foundation are Healthcare, Women and Child Development, Animal Welfare Projects, and Sports Initiatives. Anil Agarwal Foundation aims to empower communities, transform lives, and facilitate nation-building through sustainable and inclusive growth.

Pure Storage India Wins Zinnov Award for ‘Excellence in Talent Engagement in the Hybrid Age’

Pure Storage India Wins Zinnov Award

Bangalore, India, 15th July 2023 – Pure Storage® (NYSE: PSTG), the IT pioneer that delivers the world’s most advanced data storage technology and services, announced today that its India operations was recognised for “Excellence in Talent Engagement in the Hybrid Age” at the Zinnov Awards 2023. This recognition is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to fostering a dynamic work environment that thrives in the era of hybrid work models.

The ‘Excellence in Talent Engagement in the Hybrid Age’ award category witnessed participation from organizations that have navigated the challenges of keeping their employees engaged, productive, and connected in a hybrid work environment. Pure Storage’s comprehensive talent strategy, consisting of programs, resources, and benefits, is rooted in helping its employees deliver strong business results while also fostering a culture that enables each employee to enhance their skills and accelerate their career development.

During the pandemic, the company developed and established a global hybrid work policy to provide clarity into the organization’s approach to hybrid work that prioritized employee’s overall wellbeing and empowered them to balance their personal and professional lives. Given the global nature of its workforce, Pure Storage also provides its employees with a variety of communication tools and channels for successful collaboration. Employees were encouraged to adopt practices that made hybrid work inclusive in order to ensure fairness, maximize performance, and maintain cultural cohesion.

Established in 2022, the India R&D site is part of Pure Storage’s Global R&D network and plays a critical role in the company’s product roadmap. With its top tech talent, the center is focused on producing world-class innovation, increasing time to market across our product portfolio, and meeting customer needs while fostering a strong culture of openness, transparency, and candor.

Executive Insight:

“Pure Storage is thrilled to be recognized for talent engagement in a highly competitive environment. We set out with a mission to become a talent magnet, and we continue to focus on building, growing, and enabling our talent. It’s gratifying to see these efforts recognized by the industry.” – Ajeya Motaganahalli, Vice President, Engineering and Managing Director, R&D, India

Alli Serona_Together in Art: Inspiring Women in the Informal Sector to Harness the Power of Creativity

Alli Serona_Together in Art Inspiring Women

Bengaluru, 15th July 2023 Can underrepresented women from the informal sector with differing caste, language and community backgrounds find joy in a community bound together by creativity? Why don’t or can’t they claim public spaces with as much ease as men do and only leave the confines of their homes and work environments to do errands? Can they make time to make rangolis together, do quilting, block printing, and share their lives? How can the power of participatory art practices address the mobility demands of women informal workers?

These are some of the questions that the short documentary ‘Alli Serona: Together in Art’ raises with sensitivity. Screened on the 13th of July at Alliance Française de Bangalore, the film documents the efforts of ‘Alli Serona’ (Let’s meet there), a social impact movement. ‘Alli Serona’ originated in Marathahalli, a bustling locality in suburban Bengaluru to bring together women working in the informal sector, in an empowering community-centric movement.

Tanisha Arora, a Senior Creative Strategist and key spokesperson for the initiative, says, “Alli Serona: Together in Art,’ successfully demonstrates how participatory art practices can empower even the most underserved women and help them transcend language barriers, cultural differences, and social divides. Active involvement in collective creation away from the daily grind can offer them a shared opportunity for dialogue, self-expression, and mutual connection.”

Why the name ‘Alli Serona’? “The name was chosen by the women themselves and it has a certain energy and movement that they have come to relate with.,” adds Tanisha. They are also acutely aware of how climate change impacts underserved communities like their own. “The effects of climate change are first felt by informal settlements, often affecting marginalised communities whose voices are often absent in decision-making spaces and processes. The ‘Alli Serona’ movement is an attempt to ensure that the voices of the most vulnerable stakeholders are not only heard but also amplified.”

The film focuses on many such voices and celebrates the resilience of women like Parvathamma and Chand Bi who now steal a little time for themselves to collectively reflect upon their role in the informal workforce and as well as in society. Says Shwetha T, a dedicated mural artist involved in the project from the Aravani Art Project, “Women have all sorts of things in their hearts. Pain, sadness, joy, and difficulties. We make them forget all of that when we invite them to paint.”

Alli Serona (“Let’s meet there” in Kannada) is a collective of civil society organizations, creators, and think tanks that are working together to bring the voices of the informal sector of Bengaluru to the centre of the city’s shift to a more sustainable, low-carbon city.

Two Telangana sailors to represent India at Intl 420 Class World Sailing Championship in Spain this month

Two Telangana sailors

Hyderabad,15th July 2023…..Two Telangana Sailors Alekhya Coondoo (Helm) a 12th-grade, Science student of HPS Ramanthapur and her sailing partner Pilli Akhil (Crew), from Khammam, an open school student of 11th standard both from Telangana representing the Secunderabad Sailing Club to represent India International 420 Class World Sailing Championship (The 420 World Championships) in Alicante city in Spain from 21st to 29th July. The team is leaving for Spain on 17th July from Hyderabad.

Speaking to media on the day two of Secunderabad Club Youth Regatta, Siddarth Coondoo and Pallavi parents of Alekhya informed that both these sailors who have been paired for well over a year and sailed in three competitions in the last year got qualified to represent India. They are the only team from India to represent. This is unique as they are representing India after a gap of four years or so. In the past four years, no team got qualified to participate in the tournament. They will compete with 126 accomplished sailors drawn from across the world.

The 420 World Championships are international sailing regattas in the 420 Class organized by the International Sailing Federation and the International 420 Class Association. They have been held every year since 1973. 420 International events are organized to promote 420 dinghy sailing all over the world. The events shall have the highest quality racing, the best conditions for developing individual friendships among competitors, and goodwill among all participating people.

Both these sailors got qualified to participate in their maiden international event after winning the three National Ranking Events held so far such as one at Mysore, the other at Marve Mumbai, and Shillong recently.

According to their coaches Arjun Pradeepak and Sanjeev Chauhan, the young sailors from Telangana will fight with strong contenders from Germany, Newzealand, Australia, Brazil, Italy and Switzerland.

Prior to the international debut sailing engagement, both Alekhya and Akhill will be trained for a week in Spain under the guidance of Jose Ruiz Sanchez, Professional Sailor and 420 World Champion. Both the sailors are put under the guidance of Ryan Fernando, an award-winning celebrity Nutritionist and the Co-founder of Qua Nutrition, who also coaches Virat Kohli. A fitness coach Sailo is also working on them.

HPS Ramanthapur through its alumni raised Rs seven lakh (it costs Rs 15 lakh) to support their student Alekhya to encourage her in the sport. The Principal Dr. S. Narasimha Reddy said it is a matter of great pride for HPS Ramanthapur and we wanted to support the child. Alekhya Coondoo is our head girl. She is good in both studies and extra-curricular activities. She is multi-talented. She is doing academically very well. She balances education and sports very well. It is very rare to find the qualities she possesses in peers of her age, he said and wished her good in the tournament.

Arjun Pradipak says they have been trained hard to perform well in tough competitions. They are comfortable to sail in all conditions.

420 is the highest sailed class in the world. It is one step short of 470, the Olympic Class. It is a quite popular youth race. The 420 is an established worldwide performance two-person trapeze and spinnaker racing dinghy which holds status as a World Sailing International Class. There are 56,000 boats that have been built worldwide. This popular dinghy is sailed at school, club, open, national and international levels. The 420 is an international class recognized by World Sailing. The name refers to the boat’s length of 420 centimeters.

Alekhya wants to pursue a career in medicine and is currently preparing for the NEET. Academically at the top of her class, she is literary captain, and lead guitarist in the school band, despite an 8-hour day at school, and 3-hour evening classes for NEET preparation, she makes time to pursue her passion, sailing.

Akhil is a student of Boys Sports Company, in Sailing Discipline and is presently pursuing his sports and education with Boys Sports Company of MEG Centre, Bangalore Akhil comes from a humble background (Mala – Scheduled Caste) from a rural part of India. Akhil has been supported by the Telangana State Sports Academy as well as the Trishna Sailing Club, Mysore. He was selected by the Army Sports School for his achievements as a sailor. He aspires to serve his country in the army. Talented, sincere and hardworking. Alekhyas are supporting him to fulfil his dream of participating in this world championship.

G M Dance is my home, says Deepak Tulsyan, the dancer with dedication

G M Dance is my home

Mumbai: Deepak Tulsyan., the popular YouTube sensation and dancer, under his youtube channel GM Dance, has taken the world by storm with his incredible dance moves, captivating audiences with his high-energy performances and infectious personality.

Deepak’s success is a testament to his talent, hard work, and dedication to his craft. He continues to inspire and entertain his fans with his incredible dance moves and positive attitude, and his future in the dance world looks bright. It has been a rollercoaster journey for him since he started his YouTube back in 2015 taking dance classes by teaching children to support himself from a small 1RK room.

Fast forward to 2020, the Covid pandemic has made it possible for him to reach and teach over 1000 students. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, he has managed to grow his reach and keep going. He has used this opportunity to innovate and come up with new ideas to help people learn. He has also seen an increase in subscribers to his Youtube channel. The channel now has over 5M Subscribers, and their dance videos of Jhomme Jo Pathaan, Ghungroo, Sakhiyan2.0, and Passori have millions of views and counting.

He is now a well-known figure in the online teaching world and is an inspiration to many. In addition to choreographing the latest and trendiest Bollywood tunes, G M Dances are also known for their creative dance moves. They are known for their easy steps, which motivate many people to learn how to dance.

During a discussion about the journey, Deepak said, “Everything still feels like a dream, with so many students, batches, and YouTube videos.. I believed in my passion and always worked hard for it. I am grateful to my audiences for always supporting me and believing in me.