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  • Tollywood Music Director Sathya announces exclusive Dubsmash challenge on ShareChat for his upcoming composed song on Covid 19 awareness

    Tollywood Music Director Sathya announces exclusive Dubsmash challenge on ShareChat for his upcoming composed song on Covid 19 awareness

    Tollywood's popular music director Sathya today announced a 5 day Dubsmash Challenge exclusively for ShareChat users to participate and record videos on his newly composed song. The newly composed song is created especially to create awareness around COVID 19 amongst its fans. The video song is scheduled for release on April 14th in Tamil language. 

    As part of the 5 day Dubsmash Challenge starting 6th April 2020, ShareChat Tamil language users can create videos on this song using hashtag #SathyaCoronaSong and post it on the ShareChat platform. Best entries will be shortlisted by the music director and the users will get an opportunity to appear in the video.

    Commenting on the Dubsmash Challenge, Music Director, Sathya said "I have created this composition exclusively for ShareChat users to create awareness around Covid 19. ShareChat is a preferred partner of choice for last mile connectivity as they have a strong reach amongst the regional language speaking audience. I hope this initiative helps users to create awareness on the Pandemic and unite them to maintain social distance, stay together and  safe"

    How to Participate 

    ·      Open Sharechat app

    ·      Record your Video using ShareChat camera

    ·      Upload it in using the #SathyaCorona Song tag for the Contest

    ShareChat is India's largest regional social media platform with over 60 million monthly active users operating in 15 native languages. including Hindi, Malayalam, Gujarati, Marathi, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil, Bengali, Odia, Kannada, Assamese, Haryanvi, Rajasthani, Bhojpuri and Urdu. ShareChat aims to empower the first time internet users where everyone can share their thoughts, emotions, opinions; and become friends with others without any social stigma or language as a barrier.

  • Julahaa Sarees launches #WeavingCourage Campaign, An Ode To All Strong Women Fighting Against The Pandemic

    Julahaa Sarees launches #WeavingCourage Campaign, An Ode To All Strong Women Fighting Against The Pandemic

    MUMBAI: Julahaa Sarees, the master weavers from Surat, have launched #WeavingCourage video campaign conveys the heartfelt thanks and an humble ode to all the striving and thriving women out there fighting together the COVID-19 pandemic crisis and keeping their loved ones safe and healthy. They are the silent heroes pushing through and not giving up for the well being of our planet.

    The brand's initiative through this video campaign entails a beautifully written poem empowering each and everyone of us to push through and save our planet. This poem comprises of strong women from different walks of life sharing their strong spirit, providing us hope and support to fight this pandemic together.

    Addressing the #WeavingCourage campaign, Mr. Sudarshan Santosh Budhia, Director & Owner – Julahaa Sarees commented, “This is a crucial time for us, due to the pandemic crisis, it's essential for us to to help and support our family and friends with hope that we shall overcome this soon. The video campaign is our personal way to express gratitude towards these women who have always been the silent heroes. We respect them and are profoundly inspired by their vigour to fight COVID-19. We hope that this beautiful poem, through our video campaign reaches to all the strong women out there, and supports them to surpass this crisis."

    The brand has shown immense gratitude and appreciation for all strong women out there and encourages each and everyone to fight Coronavirus together.

  • Viviana Mall live streams music performance

    Viviana Mall live streams music performance

    MUMBAI: Unable to attend a band or a concert this Saturday? Not an issue. Viviana Mall has brought live music performance to your smartphone.

    On Saturday, Viviana Mall live-streamed music performance on Instagram. The music activity was part of the ‘V4Music’ banner that it organises every Saturday at the mall’s premises.

    This weekend, popular singer Vernon Noronha performed live on Viviana Mall’s Instagram account. Maintaining all safety precautions, Noronha streamed from his residence and even accepted requests made by the viewers.

    Usually, Viviana Mall organises ‘V4Music’ live concerts at its premises. In the wake of precautionary measures we all have to ensure to keep ourselves healthy, Viviana Mall’s management decided to switch to online mode, ensuring people do not miss their weekend entertainment dose.

    On April 11 evening as well, another popular singer Bryan Rodrigues will perform live on the same social media account to help to beat people’s boredom during the lockdown days.

    “We wanted to ensure our customers do not miss out on the bouquet of entertaining events we organise for them. So, keeping in sync with the times, we decided to temporarily switch to online mode to keep our visitors enthralled,” said Rima Kirtikar, Chief Marketing Officer, Viviana Mall.

    The Instagram LIVE Music show is an unique initiative by Viviana Mall wherein the online performances are interactive and viewers can place a song request.

  • In a bid to help the underprivileged & frontline workers, GOQii launches ‘Health Quiz Karona’

    In a bid to help the underprivileged & frontline workers, GOQii launches ‘Health Quiz Karona’

    MUMBAI: The nation is facing unprecedented challenges and in times of such adversity, is when we need to unite and fight the battle against the novel Coronavirus. While we sit in the comfort of our homes, it is the frontline workers who step out every day so that they can safeguard and help us come out of this situation successfully and with minimum damage. We now have a chance to contribute and come together as a nation to fight this crisis. GOQii, the smart tech enabled preventive healthcare platform has launched ‘GOQii Health Quiz Karona’, where you can earn points by participating in the quiz and donate them to the underprivileged and frontline heroes who put their lives at risk while serving us. 

    Though the 21-day lockdown is an extremely important step taken to curtail the spread of the virus, there are many people who are suffering grievously because of the shutdown. Through the ‘GOQii Health Karona Quiz’ you can partake in the act of giving and help the underprivileged and the frontline workers. The health quiz aims at busting myths around coronavirus, learning about health and immunity while lending support to a good cause from the confines of your homes. You can earn points for every right answer, while earning keys by completing daily tasks and inviting friends. Our donor partner – Bajaj Allianz General Insurance will convert the points into donations, while our karma partners – Uday Foundation and Annamrita Foundation will reach out to the underprivileged and frontline heroes to provide and distribute essentials. The more milestones you conquer in the quiz, the more points you can win and subsequently donate.  

    Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Tapan Singhel, MD & CEO, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance said, “We have always believed in being there for the citizens of our country in their direst hour of need and felt it’s our responsibility to contribute in whatever way we can in the ongoing Covid-19 crisis. We appreciate the initiative by GOQii, as it not only creates awareness about one’s health and well-being, but also encourages people do their bit for the well-being of society at large. As a part of a CSR project, we will be converting the points that people earn in the quiz in donation to Annamitra Foundation, which will then distribute free meals to the daily wage workers. We hope that we are able to make a difference to lives of many.”
     
    Vishal Gondal, Founder and CEO of GOQii said, “This is the time for each one of us to step up and make sure that we as society not succumb to COVID19. It’s these little contributions that will help our government navigate through this time of crisis. GOQii has always believed in the concept of Karma & the act of giving, thus we came up with this interesting concept that will make ‘the act of giving’ a little more enjoyable while being helpful and informative. Through GOQii ‘Health Quiz Karona’ we have made it extremely easy for people to contribute and gain knowledge about COVID19 at the same time. We encourage everyone to be more considerate and help one another in such testing times”

    The Health Quiz is also helpful in gaining knowledge about health, well-being as well as correct information on battling COVID19. There are number of quizzes available on GOQii Play, the interactive video coaching platform on the GOQii app, that you can participate throughout the day.  It is the right time for all of us to make the best contribution to our health as well as towards others on the frontline. 
     

  • On the eve of World’s Health Day, IPRS CreativeShala to host a LIVE session on Coping with anxiety and creative block!

    On the eve of World’s Health Day, IPRS CreativeShala to host a LIVE session on Coping with anxiety and creative block!

    MUMBAI: Music is a stress buster but very few are aware of the challenges faced by the artists in creating their masterpieces.  Research suggest that people working in the creative industries are three times more likely to suffer from mental health problems than any common man. On the eve of World Health Day #IPRSCreativeShala brings you an invigorating session on ‘How to cope up with anxiety and creative block?’ This session would highlight the issues related to stress, anxiety and depression creators go through during their creative journey, the reasons behind it and the ways to overcome this. The LIVE session on 6th April 2020 at 7pm, will see Director, film writer, lyricist and actor Mayur Puri in talks with ace music composer Salim Merchant, where they will be sharing their real life experience and learnings to help music enthusiasts and budding creators from different creative fields to cope with the challenges related to creation and mental wellbeing. 

    Mr. Rakesh Nigam, CEO, IPRS said, Music is the best medicine and the most effective stress buster, more so during challenging times like these. At IPRS, all our efforts are aimed towards providing the best possible support to our members, empowering them to be better creators. And #IPRSCreativeShala has been conceived to support that cause. We are cognizant of the apprehensions the creative minds of the music industry are going through during this unprecedented crisis. Hence on the eve of the World Health Day, the session of IPRS CreativeShala will emphasize on the challenges faced by a creator and the ways to cope up with issues like stress, anxiety and creative block in their creative journey. Through this interactive session hosted by industry stalwarts, we aim to reach and help many in the industry, who must be feeling dull at this moment. We are positive that this session will help not just musicians by all those associated with any form of creative work, to set aside the challenges and evolve as a more confident creator.” 

    Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Salim Merchant, singer, music director, score composer and IPRS member, said, “Whenever we talk about health, physical activities come to our mind. But it’s our mind which plays the major role. Our mind gives us the required perseverance and strength to overcome the grueling task.  The mind which determines our well-being has its biggest enemy in the form of ‘Stress’. We turn to Music for solace and relief from stress. Music is a medicine, and hence we find musicians very jovial and hearty for long years of their life. But that’s only one side of the story. Music creation has its equal share stress and anxiety, and many creators have fallen prey to it. I’m glad to be part of this session of #IPRSCreativeShala and talk about an issue which is a major impediment for music creators and the industry.   
     

  • ‘World from Home’ with Koffee with Karan Binges 12 hours a Day only on Star World

    ‘World from Home’ with Koffee with Karan Binges 12 hours a Day only on Star World

    MUMBAI: One of India’s leading English entertainment channel and home to the first and the longest running Bollywood talk show in India – Koffee with Karan, Star World is set to bring back the Bollywood explosion by airing once again, episodes from all seasons of Koffee with Karan. With Star World’s initiative “World from Home”, the channel urges people to stay home, stay safe, and while at it, binge-watch back-to-back episodes of the most loved Bollywood chat show, starting today till 12th April, every day from 9AM to 9PM!

    So stay home, grab some pop-corn, while you go on a TV spree with your favorite B-Town talk show with no interruption.

    Setting your spirits high during such stressful times, this iconic show – Koffee with Karan will spice up your daily quarantine routine. For fifteen years, Koffee with Karan has given all Bollywood fans a peak into the interesting lives of all the leading ladies and gentlemen of the Bollywood industry. With host Karan Johar’s unmatched style and personal connects with his colleagues, the show gave actors and actresses a platform to bare their souls and unwind on the koffee couch. Watch SRK’s effortless charm get better every season. Witness Desi girl Priyanka Chopra’s journey into becoming an international superstar, or check out Alia Bhatt fight her fight since her show debut goof-up, and become a high performing and diverse actress.

    With the usual tricks up Karan's sleeve, inquiring inquisitively about the Bollywood star’s personal lives, who’s seeing who, who hates who, and playing some fun games with celebrities, lighten up your mood while you’re quarantining, and binge watch the re-runs of Koffee with Karan, starting today till the end of the week, from 9AM to 9PM only on Star World.

  • Doordarshan brings Jungle Books during lock-down

    Doordarshan brings Jungle Books during lock-down

    Mumbai: Global content distribution hub One Take Media Co has agreed to offer the popular Jungle Book series for a free run on Doordarshan TV, to keep Indian kids occupied at home during lockdown.  This run is in solidarity with Ministry of Information & Broadcastingand Doordarshaninitiative of bringing popular series back to life for the current generation to watch in the days of lockdown.

    One Take Media Co founder-CEO Anil Khera said: “We are very happy to be a part of this national movement and contribute our bit to the national entertainment library in such delicate times. Mowgli & Jungle Book have always been a favorite among the audience. We are sure that it will make the older audience nostalgic and at the same time, will connect with the younger audience who will discover the innocence of Mowgli. We support MIB’s and Doordarshan visionary decision in reviving popular content in current times.”

    This decision came after Doordarshan announced bringing back historical epics like Mahabharat and Ramayan over the past two weeks for viewers across the country. In a circular, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has directed all direct-to-home platforms and cable operators to show all DD channels as well as Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha channels as per the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act.

    Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi ShekharVempati said: “We are happy to bring back one more popular series along with our iconic tv series.  We are happy that One Take Media has shown its willingness to join us for the national cause to keep children engaged safe at home with their families during the lockdown.”

    Data from Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) for the week ended 13 March shows that consumption of television content rose by over 40 million minutes’ week-on-week, a number likely to increase further in the coming days. As people stay at home and television broadcasters run out of fresh content, reviving classic shows seems to be a common recourse.
     

  • B4U Social Cause – During corona outbreak

    B4U Social Cause – During corona outbreak

    MUMBAI: In the current Scenario when the entire world is waging a war against the outbreak of deadly Novel Corona Virus it is imperative that each and every person pitches in and does their best to contribute in their own capacity to fight this pandemic.

    Across the globe Governments are fighting to save their citizens with lockdowns, where Corporates are responsibly helping the government by contributing money, food packets, medical supplies and also offering to extend their resources for the aid of patients
    B4U Network in India has been actively involved in providing food packets to underprivileged children on various occasions in the past. The network has pledged to fight against hunger and partnered with the Rahi NGO to enhance this cause.

     B4U’s pledge against hunger and belief that no one remains hungry, particularlyin the current troubled times of lock down, has once again partnered with Rahi NGO and are distributing Food packets which include Dal, Rice, Dry vegetables and vitamin sachet in a single pack providing complete nutrition tofamilies of daily wage workers, rag pickers, abandoned senior citizens, destitute, low income groups, medical patients etc. affected by the current lockdown.

    Echoing the sentiment of the pledge,Mr. Sanjay Agrawal (Group CFO and COO B4U Network) quoted: We are happy to do our bit in these extremely difficult times our endeavour would be to try and ensure that we fight against hunger along with the fight against this Pandemic. Stay Healthy, Stay Safe.

    More information about B4U is available on www.b4utv.com. You can keep abreast of all B4U shows on social media platforms like Twitter – @THEOFFICIALB4U; Facebook – B4UMusic.

  • In another humanitarian gesture, Deltin Group pledges its support towards Goa’s fight against COVID19

    In another humanitarian gesture, Deltin Group pledges its support towards Goa’s fight against COVID19

    MUMBAI: The outbreak of coronavirus has taken its toll on the world. The disease is rapidly spreading and leaving its mark on one’s physical, mental and financial well-being. India has currently imposed one of world’s largest lockdowns to lessen any human to human transmission and mitigate the impact of the virus.

    As the nation comes together to fight the Covid-19 pandemic, Deltin Group has donated INR 5.10 million to Goa’s Chief Minister Relief Fund to pledge its support to the people of Goa in their fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, Deltin group is also sourcing and procuring essential items like medications, medical devices, essential food products and other provisions for the people of Goa for tackling the unprecedented health and humanitarian crisis arising from the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak.

    Talking about the initiative, Mr. Jaydev Mody, Chairman of Deltin Group mentions, “We, at Deltin, have pledged our support in Goa’s fight against the coronavirus disease. These are challenging times for all and many remain vulnerable to the COVID-19. Deltin Group believes in creating awareness amongst general public about the pandemic and providing humanitarian aid to the needy. We are all in this together and the need of the hour is to watch each other’s back. Also, I would personally like to thank everyone on the frontlines working to combat COVID-19”

  • ShopClues’ Essentials Delivery Goes Contactless; Cancels Cash-on-Delivery payment mode

    ShopClues’ Essentials Delivery Goes Contactless; Cancels Cash-on-Delivery payment mode

    New Delhi: April 3, 2020 – Doing its bit to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus through people-to-people contact, e-commerce firm ShopClues has canceled its Cash-on-Delivery mode of payment for all essential items, urging customers to pay online for their purchases.

    On its part, ShopClues has stepped up its level of hygiene and sanitation at the warehouses where the goods are processed and packaged before being delivered. ShopClues is providing OTP-based, real time deliveries with the delivery agent dropping off the package at the doorstep of the customer with no contact. The team is communicating with the customer and checking if customer wants to reschedule or change the delivery address as per his convenience.

    “The safety of our employees and customers is of utmost priority for us. To curb the spread of this virus we have to fight it. We are delivering our products to our customers while adhering to all Government guidelines. We are using thermal scanners to monitor our staff’s temperatures and have provided them with essential safety items like masks, gloves and sanitisers. We also have soap dispensers with sufficient number of basins across our offices and warehouses,” said Vikrant Pathak, Senior Director – Logistics, ShopClues.

    Currently, the website is selling only essential items such as hand sanitizers, gloves, face masks, soap, home cleaners and staple food.