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New Delhi, 17th October 2024: Lyne Originals, a brand renowned for its premium smart accessories and audio products, has launched its latest range of products just in time for the festive season. The collection includes the CoolPods 55 TWS earbuds, JukeBox 27 Speaker, PowerBox 11 Pro Powerbank and Rover 46 Neckband, all crafted to deliver both style and performance. Each product in the range is designed to integrate seamlessly into fast-paced, tech-driven lifestyles. With sleek aesthetics and advanced features, these accessories are perfect for those who seek quality without compromise.

Mr Paresh Vij, Founder and Director, Lyne Originals, expressed his excitement about the new launches and said, “As we enter the festive season, our goal is to offer products that not only enhance everyday experiences but also fit effortlessly into the celebrations. At Lyne Originals, we understand that consumers are looking for quality and affordability in one package. With this new range, we bring that perfect blend to the market, helping our customers stay connected and enjoy their festivities without compromise.”

Product Specifications and Features

CoolPods 55 TWS – The CoolPods 55 TWS from Lyne embodies the perfect blend of sleek design and advanced functionality. With 60ms Super Low Latency, these earbuds are engineered to provide a smooth and lag-free audio experience, making them ideal for both gaming and music. The Quad Mic Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) ensures clear communication during calls, even in noisy environments. Powered by Bluetooth 5.3, the CoolPods 55 maintains a stable connection with your devices. The earbuds come with a sleek silicon case, available in four colours, and offer up to 120 hours of music playtime on a single charge. The Type-C fast charging port ensures you’re never out of power for long.

JukeBox 27 Speaker – The JukeBox 27 Speaker is designed to deliver rich, immersive sound through its 6W output, making it perfect for various settings, from intimate gatherings to larger parties. Its True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Function allows pairing with another JukeBox speaker for an even more dynamic stereo experience. The speaker also features RGB lights that pulse to the rhythm of your music, adding a visual element to the audio experience. Complete with a leather hanging belt for easy portability, the JukeBox 27 offers up to 6 hours of playtime and supports FM, TF card, AUX inputs, and Bluetooth 5.3 for versatile connectivity.

PowerBox 11 Pro Powerbank – The PowerBox 11 Pro Powerbank is the ultimate solution for those who need fast and reliable charging on the go. With a PD + QC 22.5W output, this powerbank is built for speed, offering ultra-fast charging for multiple devices. It also supports 15W Magsafe wireless charging, making it ideal for compatible devices. The USB output and Type-C input/output provide flexibility, allowing you to charge different devices efficiently. Compact yet powerful, the PowerBox 11 Pro is the perfect companion for professionals or frequent travelers.

Rover 46 Neckband – The Rover 46 Neckband is designed for users who demand both comfort and high-performance audio. With Magnetic On/Off Control, the neckband offers a seamless user experience, snapping together when not in use. It boasts an impressive 100 hours of music time on a single charge, making it perfect for long days on the go. Featuring ENC Technology for clear calls and a Low Latency Gaming Mode, the Rover 46 ensures optimized sound quality for both communication and entertainment. The Type-C/USB Direct Charging provides quick and efficient power, ensuring that you stay connected throughout your day.

Bengaluru | Mumbai India; 17 October 2024: A leading digital transformation solutions company, has announced the winners of its fourth edition of D3CODE, a hackathon event for participants in five countries – India, the USA, the UK, Mexico, and Malaysia. The competition witnessed overwhelming participation, with over 7,000 registrations and 800 ideas submitted across locations.

This year’s theme, ‘Scale,’ called for scalable solutions to create a positive impact by addressing issues of social impact such as education, health, poverty, and environmental sustainability. Each country initially held the hackathons, and the winning teams from each nation advanced to compete in the Grand Finale. A rigorous judging process evaluated the entries based on their originality, potential social impact, scalability of the solution, and user experience, among other factors. Each region qualified five winning teams for the final round, from which we selected one global winner and regional winners.

The winning team received , while regional hackathon winners will win . UST awarded  each to the teams that received honorary mentions. UST will felicitate the global hackathon winner at its annual global technology conference, D3 (Dream, Develop, and Disrupt), in India. Additionally, the winners may qualify for seed funding to help bring their ideas to the market, backed by UST’s extensive expertise and network.

Speaking on this global initiative, Manu Gopinath, Chief Operating Officer, UST, said, “The purpose of D3CODE is to serve as a platform for innovators in technology to showcase their forward-thinking ideas in creating groundbreaking solutions to address real-world problems with scalable solutions. This year’s hackathon focused not just on the technical prowess of the participants but also on cultivating social responsibility and creating meaningful impacts on society. I congratulate all the winners for their outstanding performances. As we continue to push the boundaries of technological advancements, events like D3CODE remind us of the limitless potential of young minds and their role in shaping a better, more sustainable future.”

The following teams were declared winners of the D3CODE Hackathon 2024:

Global Winner: Leon Kipkoech from Florida National University, Miami, Florida, for ‘Dynamic ASL transcription for Video Platforms’.

India Region Winners:

 First Prize: Khusbu Rai and Team from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University New Delhi for ‘Recycle Radar: Turning Waste into Opportunity’.

Second Prize: Akash Jadhav and Team from Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra for ‘AI-Driven Crop Disease Prediction and Management System’.

Third Prize: Roshin R and team from College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala for ‘Employment Portal and Marketplace for Unorganized Workers and Small-Scale Producers’.

Honorary mention: Omkar Deshpande and Team from Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, for ‘Camera-Based Navigation of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)’.

UK Region Winners:

First Prize: Salman Fatahillah and Sainsna Demizike from the University of Birmingham, London, UK for ‘SMS-based AI and Behavioral Science-Informed Messaging for Underserved Communities’.

Mexico Region Winners:

First Prize: Pablo Esteban Murillo Mata and Team from Universidad Tecnológica de León, León, Guanajuato, México for ‘AquaHub’.

Second Prize: Alan Arana Carrillo and Team from Universidad La Salle Bajio for ‘QuantumSim’.

Third Prize: Uriel Mendoza Rodríguez and Team from La Salle Bajío for ‘EcoCity’.

Malaysia Region Winners:

First Prize: Muhammad Shahril Nizam Bin Abdullah and Team from Multimedia University, Kuala Lumpur, for ‘Sentinel AI: Real-Time Violence Detection for Safer Community’.

Second Prize: Muhammad Zul Iman Bin Zul Wizaratain from University Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abddullah, Tasek Gelugor, Penang, for ‘Smart Waste Sorting System with Capacity Monitoring’.

Third Prize: Nawal Izzah Binti Azhar and Team from Universiti teknikal malaysia melaka George Town, Penang for ‘Razzbotics RetroBot: A versatile retrofit kit that transforms any trolley or cart into an autonomous solution’.

D3CODE is one of many exciting events for UST’s  a week-long conference with a technology expo. On October 17, 2024, UST’s D3 will take place at the Travancore International Convention Centre in Thiruvananthapuram. It will include a full-day conference featuring renowned speakers and a keynote speech from Krishna Sudheendra, Chief Executive Officer, UST. Other esteemed speakers include Chris Heemskerk, CEO, The Innovation Alliance; T Koshy, MD & CEO, Open Network for Digital Commerce; Dhanniya Venkatasalapathy, Executive Director, Cloud Solutions, Microsoft India; Paul Gladigau, CTO, Equifax; Simon Lister, CIO, Capital One UK; Balaji Narayana, SVP, Technology and Innovation, Chief Technology Officer, CarynHealth; Niranjan Ram, CTO, UST; Andy Morin, Chief Solutions, Architect, UST; Sripathi Jagannathan, Head of Data Engineering, UST.

The lower trade deficit in September (USD 20.8 bn) was due to a reversal in gold imports following the record surge in August. Core exports improved and core imports fell sequentially, whereas petroleum exports were lower and imports were higher despite reduced crude prices. Services surplus saw a mild uptick to USD14.3bn, but growth rates are moderating. Non-IT services growth should remain healthy in FY25E, while IT services growth could slow down. We maintain FY25E CAD/GDP at 1.15% (0.7% in FY24), with downside risk owing to lower crude prices.

Record gold imports drive increased deficit

The merchandise trade deficit dipped to a five-month low of USD20.8bn in September from USD29.7bn in August. This was due to a sharp sequential decline in imports (USD55.4bn, -12% MoM, 1.6% YoY) with exports falling at a slower pace (USD34.6bn, -0.4% MoM, 0.5% YoY). As expected, the drop in imports was led by gold (USD4.4bn), following the record surge in August to USD10.1bn. However, it was still higher than the average of the previous four months in FY25 on account of strong festive demand. This was likely due to the sharp cut in customs duty on gold, along with higher demand ahead of the festive season. Oil imports rose on the month (USD12.5bn, 13.8% MoM, -10.4% YoY), while exports fell (USD4.7bn, -20.5% MoM, -26.7% YoY), causing the oil deficit to rise despite substantially lower crude oil prices.

Core exports fall with YoY growth ticking below imports

The core (non-oil, non-gold) goods deficit also improved in September, as core exports (USD27bn, 1% MoM, 9.1% YoY) increased along with core imports (USD42.8bn, -1.1% MoM, 17.7% YoY). Core export growth has slipped below core imports on a three-month moving average basis but remains robust; improvement in core imports may also signal a recovery in domestic demand. Excluding petroleum, major export categories (Engineering Goods, Electronic Goods, Drugs and Pharma, Organic and Inorganic Chemicals) have healthy YoY growth. Within core imports, Electronic Goods shipments continue to see strong growth on YoY basis.

Services trade surplus moves mildly higher, but growth is slowing

Separately, services trade surplus for September moved higher to USD14.3bn (August: USD13.9bn). The surplus for H1FY25 is higher than last year (~10% YoY) but growth is moderating. Exports (USD30.6bn) rose ~1% MoM, while imports (USD16.3bn) declined marginally. We continue to expect robust services exports growth in FY25, led by higher growth in non-software services; software services growth may slow to low-single digit.

FY25E CAD/GDP to stay at 1.1-1.2%; BoP surplus to be sub-USD30bn

We maintain that FY25E CAD/GDP is likely to track at 1.1-1.2% of GDP. We expect non-oil exports to decline 4%, whereas non-oil imports should grow less than 2% in FY25E after contracting 1.6% in FY24, implying that goods trade deficit/GDP could track near 6.9% (similar to FY24) with downside risks due to lower crude prices. Separately, healthy services exports — including IT services and the solid emerging space of GCC-led business consulting and financial services — have largely helped prop up the current account (non-software net exports tracked >72% growth in FY24). Growth in non-IT services could spill over to FY25 as well, even as IT services exports growth could moderate to low-single digit and remittances may also see a slowdown. Even though capital flows in equities could moderate in FY25 (while JPM index-led debt flows surge), BoP surplus is likely to remain comfortable at USD28-30bn, albeit reducing to less than half of FY24. FDI flows will stay tricky (with slower growth in global FDI as well), but India remains the top global greenfield project destination (despite slower flows in FY24) and may see the flows improve. Overall, we see external fundamentals staying steady and financing needs being manageable.

REHAU unveiles the “RAUVISIO riviera” Acrylic Laminate Collection—a striking new line that captures the tranquil beauty of coastal landscapes while setting a high standard for functionality and design in interior spaces. Crafted to bring a serene, yet vibrant ambiance to any environment, this collection redefines interior aesthetics, merging modern sensibilities with nature-inspired elegance.

The “RAUVISIO riviera” collection offers a palette of 18 thoughtfully curated colors, each designed to elevate interiors with a subtle coastal charm. Standout hues like Shitake, Biscotti, Earl Grey, and Pink Oyster evoke the calming shades of seaside horizons, creating a warm, inviting backdrop for any room. Available in both a refined matte finish (0.7mm lacquered) and a luxurious glossy finish (1mm un-lacquered), these laminates allow for versatility in design, letting users customize spaces with either a soft, muted elegance or a radiant, high-sheen sophistication.

Beyond their visual appeal, the “RAUVISIO riviera” laminates embody REHAU’s dedication to quality and usability. Each laminate in this collection is engineered to be scratch-resistant, ensuring long-lasting beauty even in high-traffic areas. Easy to clean and maintain, the surfaces offer practical advantages that blend seamlessly with their aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the “RAUVISIO riviera” collection’s design emphasizes user-friendly installation, requiring no specialized machinery—a feature that simplifies application and broadens its accessibility.

With the “RAUVISIO riviera” Acrylic Laminate Collection, REHAU presents a balanced synergy of style, resilience, and ease of use, delivering an innovative approach to laminate design that meets both contemporary tastes and functional needs. This collection transforms interiors into immersive, elegant spaces, reflecting the tranquillity of coastal landscapes and setting a new benchmark for the industry.

The “RAUVISIO riviera” Acrylic Laminate Collection is versatile enough to enhance a variety of interior settings, from modern kitchens and elegant living rooms to chic retail spaces and sophisticated office environments. Its refined matte finishes are ideal for creating cozy, understated spaces, while the high-gloss options add a sleek, polished look perfect for contemporary design themes. Given its scratch-resistant and easy-to-clean surfaces, the collection works beautifully in high-traffic areas like kitchen cabinets, wall panels, and furniture accents, ensuring long-lasting beauty without the need for constant upkeep. For designers and homeowners alike, “RAUVISIO riviera” offers a stunning, durable solution that infuses spaces with the timeless charm of coastal landscapes.

17 October 2024, Bangalore: In a momentous gathering, Bharti Airtel Foundation recently hosted Investiture Ceremony, celebrating the achievements of 282 deserving students under Bharti Airtel Scholarship program in New Delhi. These Bharti Scholars hail from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, pursuing technology courses at top 50 NIRF Engineering institutions in India. The ceremony highlighted the inspiring journeys of these scholars and featured esteemed dignitaries underscoring the importance of education in shaping the nation’s future and the transformative impact of the scholarship in the lives of the scholars.

The Foundation has been consistently dedicated to empowering young minds through education. In celebration of its 25th year of philanthropic journey, this prestigious scholarship has been designed with the goal of expanding reach to 4,000 scholars, with an outlay of INR 100+ crore per year as the Program reaches its full potential.

New Delhi, October 17, 2024: “We look at India to be positioned as a hub for global gaming and a preferred destination for global gaming developers and publishers. We want to position India as a global leader in content creation, innovation and intellectual property. Our country is a harmonious blend of multiple languages, and it is this diversity which is going to be our key strength when it comes to exploiting the entire AVGC XR segment, including the games,” said Shri Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, during a special address titled “Examining the AVGC Growth Story of India” at the second edition of the Indian Gaming Convention (IGC). The two-day convention is being organised by the Internet and Mobile Association of India, on October 14-15, at the Taj Palace, New Delhi.

Speaking about mainstreaming gaming Shri Jaju said, “I just keep saying that we are making a lot of efforts to ensure that this segment is mainstreamed, it is not used in a negative sense and bring dignity to this entire segment, because this is actually the fastest growing segment.”

“On behalf of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, I would like to urge all of you, all the stakeholders like large corporations to small time innovators to educational institutions and to people like us, it is time for us to come together and collaborate. And we will all require this as a collective effort. Our individual efforts will take us some steps up but if we have to achieve this larger outcome will have to march together,” he added.

The theme for IGC 2024 – India—the Next Superpower in Gaming, reflects India’s journey to being a global leader in gaming. Meta is the Title Partner of the convention.

Speaking about the growth of the gaming sector, he stated, “The gaming sector has been witnessing explosive growth. From being limited to PCs and console games in the early 2000s, now mobile gaming has become the mainstay. And in our country alone we have more than 500 billion gamers. When we have so much consumption, we also have huge possibilities to lead in the digital content creation. AVGC XR segment is currently a size of 3 billion, and we expect this to become 10 times in the next 4 to 5 years and close to a 30 billion dollar industry. Close to about three lakh professionals are involved and we expect this segment to create employment opportunities, direct employment opportunities for more than 20 lakh professionals in the next five to seven years.”

Talking of government initiatives, he added, “The government has announced a centre of excellence called the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies to be set up in Mumbai. This will be an apex institution which will not just help address the skill gaps but will also help us spawn new companies, provide space for incubating new companies and create a supply chain of companies that thrive in this particular segment. Besides, the Create in India mission can help us take this entire effort through financial and non-financial support that might be required for the growth of this particular segment. The government also plans to launch The World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in India in February 2025.”

Among major partners of IGC 2024 are, Gold Partners –Salesforce and Veve; Silver Partners – Google Cloud & Bureau; Lanyard partner – Moloco; GameTech Enabler – Singhtek, and Knowledge Partner – PWC.

 by Ashish Shelar, a prominent Mumbai political leader during a joyous handover event

Mumbai, October 17, 2024: Transcon, a leading real estate developer, proudly announces the successful delivery of 148 SRA units to the residents of Sai Durga SRA Co-operative Housing Society, Santacruz (W), Mumbai. This momentous event was marked by a ceremonial handover attended by Shri Ashish Shelar, a prominent political leader and advocate for urban development, highlighting the company’s dedication to improving urban living standards.

The SRA component of Transcon’s commercial project, Ramdev Plaza, symbolizes the company’s ongoing commitment to providing quality housing solutions for the community. During the event, Shri Ashish Shelar expressed his admiration for Transcon’s efforts, stating, “This initiative marks a significant step toward transforming the lives of these residents. Access to safe and adequate housing is crucial for creating a better future, and I commend Transcon for their unwavering commitment to this important cause.”

Ms. Shraddha Kedia-Agarwal, Director of Transcon Developers, shared her enthusiasm, saying, “We are excited to deliver these SRA units to the residents of this community. Our goal has always been to provide quality housing solutions that not only meet the immediate needs of the community but also promote long-term sustainability. We believe that every individual deserves a safe and dignified place to call home, and this project exemplifies our commitment to making that a reality.”

The newly constructed homes in Santacruz are designed with a focus on functionality and comfort, providing residents with access to essential amenities and a secure living environment that enhances their overall quality of life. This milestone reinforces Transcon’s dedication to social responsibility and its efforts to positively shape the urban landscape of Mumbai.

Transcon’s commitment to social housing aligns with its broader mission to enhance urban living through innovative and sustainable development practices. The company remains committed to collaborating with government authorities and community stakeholders to deliver impactful projects that support the overall growth and development of Mumbai.

The successful completion of the SRA component of the Ramdev Plaza project stands as a testament to Transcon’s dedication to creating positive change in the communities it serves. As Transcon continues to expand its portfolio, it remains focused on delivering high-quality, affordable housing that empowers residents and enriches their lives.

Mumbai, 17 October 2024: Mphasis Limited, an Information Technology (IT) solutions provider specializing in cloud and cognitive services, announced its financial results for the quarter ended 30th September 2024.

Quarter ended 30th September 2024

• Gross Revenue grew 3.1% QoQ and 7.0% YoY in Q2 FY25 on a reported basis and grew 2.4% QoQ and 5.4% YoY in Constant Currency.

• Direct revenue grew 3.2% QoQ and 7.9% YoY on a reported basis and grew 2.4% QoQ and 6.2% YoY in Constant Currency.

• New TCV wins of USD 207 million in Q2 FY25 in Direct; of which 88% in new-gen services

• Reported operating margin at 15.4%.

• Net profit grew 4.7% QoQ and 8.0% YoY to ₹ 4,233 million in Q2 FY25.

• EPS grew 4.6% QoQ and 7.7% YoY to ₹ 22.4 in Q2 FY25.

“Despite many ongoing challenges, the macro environment continues to trend in the right direction. We are witnessing increased AI adoption across clients to address enterprise challenges with higher efficiency and accuracy, beyond cost advantage. Savings led transformation TM thesis is core to all our deal archetypes and solutions, thus significantly enhancing service delivery and savings for clients”, said Nitin Rakesh, Chief Executive Officer, and Managing Director, Mphasis.

Deal wins:

· A leading investment management company has selected Mphasis for its experience transformation program. Mphasis along with Kore.AI will be executing on this program and delivering significant savings.

· A leading retirement solutions provider has engaged Mphasis to transform its UK contact centre operations. Mphasis expects to deliver significant operational savings to the client through this program.

· Mphasis has been selected by a leading wireless network operator in the US as part of its renewed focus on cyber security and improving external reporting on cybersecurity posture and business risks. Mphasis’ empanelment and recognition as a key preferred vendor in the customer’s CISO organization puts us squarely in a new area of strategic spending and business criticality for the customer.

· A leading Insurance, Investments, and Retirement Solutions Provider has selected Mphasis to standardize and optimize its application operations, increase service availability and reliability and optimize the cost of operations. Mphasis solutions to help the customer scale up and down as needed while reducing cost and managing risk.

Awards and Recognitions:

· Mphasis recognized with ‘2024 Global DEI GOLD’ certification by Diversio.

· Mphasis recognized as second runner-up at the ‘ASSOCHAM – Best Employer for Women’ in the large category awarded at the 5th Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Awards 2024.

· Mphasis listed in the ‘100 Best Companies for Women in India in 2024’ by Avtar & Seramount; features in the Best Companies – Hall of Fame for having featured in the listing across five editions of the study.

· Mphasis LeadHER program wins Silver for ‘Best Leadership Development for Women’ at the Brandon Hall Group

HCM Excellence Awards 2024.

· Mphasis Silverline’s CalendarAnything won Demo Jam Session at the ‘2024 Southeast Dreamin’ Conference

Analyst Positioning:

· Mphasis is positioned in the Contenders Category in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Data Modernization Services 2024 Vendor Assessment.

· Recognized as ‘Leader’ in Everest Group’s Digital Transformation Services for Mid-market Enterprises PEAK Matrix®

Assessment 2024.

· Recognized as ‘Major Contender and Star Performer’ in Everest Group’s Open Banking IT Services PEAK Matrix®

Assessment 2024.

· Recognized as ‘Major Contender and Star Performer’ in Everest Group’s Key Verticals, Value Chain Elements, and

Nearshore Delivery Software Product Engineering Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024.

· Mphasis featured in Gartner’s Market Guide for EMEA Life Insurance Policy Administration Systems (gartner.com)

· Recognized as ‘Major Contender’ in Everest Group’s Lending Services Operations PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024

· Positioned in “Horizon 1” by HFS in HFS Horizons: The Best Service Providers for Core Banking Modernization, 2024

– HFS Research

· Mphasis featured in Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Healthcare Data, Analytics and AI, 2024 (gartner.com)

· Mphasis featured in Forrester’s The Modern Application Development Services Landscape,… | Forrester

· Recognized as ‘Major Contender and Star Performer’ in Everest Group’s Digital Workplace Services PEAK Matrix®

Assessment 2024 – North America

· Recognized as ‘Major Contender’ in Everest Group’s Application Development Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment

2024 – Focus on OutSystems

· Recognized as ‘Major Contender’ in Everest Group’s Salesforce Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024

In moments of chaos, we often discover the strength of our spirit. Zee Anmol Cinema, known for bringing stories that touch the heart, is bringing to screens the world television premiere of Ajagajantharam on October 17th at 7pm, a film that captures the raw, unfiltered essence of human emotions. Set against the backdrop of a bustling village festival, the film takes viewers on an emotional rollercoaster, where every heartbeat reflects the turbulence and resilience that defines us all.

With its brand promise of ‘Aapki Family Ka Cinema Hall’, Zee Anmol Cinema continues to offer its audiences profound and gripping stories from the comfort of their homes and Ajagajantharam is no different. Directed by Tinu Pappachan, the story is brought to life by a talented ensemble cast led by Antony Varghese, Kichu Tellus, and Arjun Ashokan. Their characters are thrown into situations that test not only their physical strength but their emotional endurance as well. But one of the most unique and impactful parts of the movie is the bond between the elephant and its Mahout. This storyline is central to the festival that spirals into complete chaos due to ego clashes between various groups. The sound design, visual energy, and pulsating rhythm of Ajagajantharam weaved with themes of camaraderie, survival, pride, power dynamics and the complex human emotions ensure a gripping experience for audiences.

On the world television premiere director Tinu Pappachan said, “This film holds a special place in my heart, and after the overwhelming response in theaters, I believe it’s time for the larger Indian audience to experience the energy, action, and intensity of the story. I am thrilled to bring Ajagajantharam to television audiences through its World Television Premiere on Zee Anmol Cinema. I look forward to seeing how viewers connect with the characters and the unique world we’ve created.”

Adding to it, Antony Varghese said, “I’m excited to see Ajagajantharam reaching a wider audience through its World Television Premiere on Zee Anmol Cinema. This film was an intense and rewarding experience for me, and the energy we brought to the screen is something I hope resonates with viewers at home. It’s a story packed with action, emotion, and cultural depth, and I can’t wait for people across India to be part of this journey.”

The village of Aranjali is all set to celebrate the annual temple festival. The elephant, owned by Anthony Varghese’s character, is an integral part of the local festival, symbolizing tradition and pride. However, chaos ensues as ego clashes between a drama troop, a few young men, a notorious criminal and some trouble-loving villagers during the festival disrupting the harmony, leading to tension and conflict.

Hyderabad, October 17, 2024- Nilesh Nilkanth Oak, author, antique researcher, TEDx Speaker, and Adjunct Faculty, addressed FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) members on Tuesday evening at Quorum, Sattva Knowledge City, Gachibowli in the city

He spoke on Heroines of Dharma: The uncompromising spirit of women from Indian epics.

In his one-hour-long talk, Nikesh spoke about his meticulous research and compelling arguments which shed new light on the timeless stories, challenging conventional narratives and offering fresh perspectives on our rich cultural heritage.

The history of Ramayana is not 5000 years old as it is perceived and believed. Mahabharat is 7000 years old, Ramayana 14000 years old, and Rig Veda 21000 years old, he said much to the surprise of 200 plus gathering.

Nilesh Oak gave insights into the wonderful research he carried out over many years to correct the history of our rich civilization. Many members heard him with rapt attention and a lot of interest in the subject.

I have a connection with the erstwhile unified Andhra Pradesh. My ancestors who lived around Kurnool during the 17th century moved away from that place, he said.

He gave a brief account of various timelines of important events in our ancient literature

He decoded the Epics: Mahabharata and Ramayana. My research suggests that Ramayana and the Mahabharata, the two of India’s great epics that tell stories of triumph over evil and rivalry between groups of cousins, are much older than most of us have been reading till now, he said. His revelation challenges many traditional academic perspectives and also makes us relook at our historical timelines and their accuracies.

Nilesh is the author of three books –

1. When did the Mahabharata War Happen,

2. The Historic Rama,

3. Bhishma Nirvana was extensively written on ancient Indian history.

He spoke among many other aspects of history and lesser-known but unsung personalities in history. One such personality was Tarabai Bhonsle. If we remain Hindus and if Hinduism is surviving because of her he said. Her 27-year-long war saved Hinduism, he said. She defeated the Mughal forces of Aurangzeb in several battles and expanded the Maratha Empire. Her role in keeping alive the flame of Maratha’s resistance against the invading Mughal Empire is highly laudable, he said

Replying to a question on astrology in our day-to-day life, in business and matchmaking its relevance he said Astrology or Jyotish Shastra is an empirical science which means a type of research that uses empirical evidence to gain knowledge. Empirical evidence is information that comes from observation or experimentation. So one must be careful who you go to and consult rather than going to every Tom, Dick, and Harry.

Speaking on how to make History interesting for students he said history must be told like a story so that it will not be confusing and seem so scary. Teachers must inspire students with stories of the past. So that students will study history with the same kind of enthusiasm with which they watch movies or cricket.

Referring to The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 which was introduced a couple of years back he said if the right version of history has to be presented to the students, let students know different versions of the same subject. He gave an example of Mahabharata. There are many different versions of timelines about the Mahabharata, with each researcher using different methods and arriving at different dates. They may be right or wrong. Let students know all their different research outcomes. And leave that thing open for them to think over it.

He also spoke about the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) that combines ancient wisdom with contemporary knowledge and global perspectives to promote a holistic approach to learning. It is based on the principles of Jnan, Vignan, and Jeevan Darshan, which have evolved through observation, experimentation, and analysis. And that is the best way he said.

Earlier welcoming the gathering, Priya Gazdar, Chairperson of FLO said we all are assembled to listen to Nileshji who will discuss the crucial role played by our Heroines of Dharma. And how ‘doing the right thing’ has stayed in currency for millennia and will continue to be the North Star for generations to come.