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  • Rajnath Singh at ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’: “We will win close to 27 seats in West Bengal”

    Rajnath Singh at ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’: “We will win close to 27 seats in West Bengal”

    Mumbai: With the political discourse heating up across the nation  around the upcoming national elections, ABP News, one of India’s leading Hindi news channels, organised a thought-provoking ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ on 29 March at Hyatt Regency, Delhi. Hosting the tallest of the political leaders, the summit served as a crucible for incisive analysis and fervent debate, elucidating the contours of India’s democratic landscape.

    Rajnath Singh asserted, “We will win 28 out of 28 seats in Karnataka. From the Southern States, people will vote for PM Modi in National Elections. They realize that India’s stature has become grander at the International Level. We will win close to 27 seats in West Bengal, and will sweep Bihar.”

    Responding to whether China has occupied Indian territory in North East, Rajnath Singh, said, “India is not considered a weak nation anymore. We have emerged as an important global power.  I would like to assure all Indians that no one can harm India’s interests today. Dialogue is happening between China and India. Arunachal Pradesh was, is, and will remain India’s integral part.”

    Regarding Jammu and Kashmir, Rajnath Singh remarked, “Soon there will not be a need for AFSPA in Jammu and Kashmir and we will reduce the troops deployed there.”

    Addressing several questions around electoral bonds, Rajnath Singh observed, “Electoral Bonds was a well-considered decision to minimize the impact of black money on Indian politics. Those giving donations to political parties may become victims of revengeful stance in case of changes of Government. Basis the reasoning, in case of transparency, someone can demand that voting should also not be secret.”

    Remarking about the controversies surrounding the arrest of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, Rajnath Singh, said, “Politicians should show some morality and ethical values in Indian politics. A person who is charged of a crime should resign from his position. ED & CBI haven’t closed cases for those who have joined BJP. Congress should not try to misguide people. If people have a problem with action of the Government or any investigation body, they should knock the doors of the judiciary.”

    Commenting on the opposition, Rajnath Singh said, “No one has stopped the opposition parties from uniting, but it is their inability to do so. For healthy democracy, a strong opposition is needed. How many opposition leaders have gone to meet Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in jail?”

    The ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ crystallised ABP News’ unwavering commitment to invigorating democratic dialogue and fostering an informed electorate poised to shape the nation’s destiny. As the herald of democracy reverberates across the land, ABP News remains steadfast in its mission to illuminate the path forward, emboldening citizens with the power of knowledge and civic engagement.

  • Master epic April Fools’ day tricks with your favourite toons

    Master epic April Fools’ day tricks with your favourite toons

    Mumbai: Ever dreamed of pulling off epic pranks like your favourite Sony YAY! toons? This April Fools’ day, get ready for laughter, delightful surprises, and maybe even a little mess (but all in good fun, of course) With some inspiration from your favourite toons, you’re guaranteed to create a day filled with laughter and unforgettable memories. Channel your inner mischief-maker like Honey Bunny, become a master of disguise like Karate Sheep, or sneak up on someone like Oggy. So, unleash your inner prankster and have some side-splitting fun with these awesome toon tricks.

    Master practical jokes with Honey & Bunny:

    Honey & Bunny are the OG Jholers. They might “borrow” your favourite hat (without asking), but they’ll always return it with a smile. Remember how Honey turned the swimming pool into a bathtub with just soap? Or how Bunny fooled Popat with a paint gun? So, this April Fools’ Day, take a page out of the playbook of these mischievous brothers and have fun. Their playful pranks are all about laughs, so keep it light-hearted and silly.

    Disguise like a pro with Karate Sheep:

    Ever wanted to be a master of disguise? Look no further than Karate Sheep. Just like Piddi, who uses clever costumes to surprise his friends (and sometimes even the wolf), you can create a playful prank with a simple disguise. Throw on a funny mask, grab an unexpected outfit from your closet, or even borrow your sibling’s hat – the key is to surprise someone you love with a friendly scare and a good laugh.

    Learn sneaky surprises with Oggy:

    Think you’re good at hide and seek? Let’s put it to the test. Whether the cockroaches raid his fridge, or they draw on his face while he sleeps at night, Oggy always ends up getting a nasty surprise from his tiny rivals. This April Fools’ Day, turn the tables and hide some harmless fake bugs (spiders work too) around the house. When your friends or family least expect it, they’ll come face-to-face with a creepy crawler, sending them scrambling around swatting just like Oggy, all in good fun.

    Tune into Sony YAY! and celebrate April Fools’ Day with your favourite toons.

  • News18 Lokmat felicitates the women achievers of Maharashtra at the Mukta Sanman awards

    News18 Lokmat felicitates the women achievers of Maharashtra at the Mukta Sanman awards

    Mumbai: To honour the dedication and hard work of women leaders, News18 Lokmat hosted the ‘Mukta Sanman’ Awards on 16 March in Mumbai. The marquee event celebrated the achievements of unsung women from diverse parts of Maharashtra and applauded their exceptional contributions across various fields, making a significant impact on society.

    The awards brought to light the accomplishments of inspiring women achievers that often go unnoticed. The event praises their perseverance, hard work, and dedication to improving society from various social backgrounds. The achievers included Ms. Minaj Nadaf, Ms. Sarubhai Waghmare, Ms. Vanita Borade, Ms. Anjuta Bhosale, Ms. Kamla Aalam, Ms. Bhagyashree Jadhav, Ms. Shukla Bidkar, Ms. Bhagyashree Vartak, Ms. Nisha Dadmal, Ms. Mayuri Rajhansh, Ms. Manisha Tokle, and Ms.Gunjan Gole who were felicitated at the event for noteworthy achievements and contributions in their respective fields.

    The event witnessed the presence of Ms Aditi Tatkare, Women & Child Development Minister of Maharashtra, who was the chief guest for the evening. The event was graced by renowned personalities such as Mrs Chinmayee Sumeet – Actress and Social Activist, Ms Nidhi Chaudhary- Commissioner Skill Development, Actress Sukanya Kulkarni, Veteran Singer Uttara Kelkar, Actress Sana Shinde, Meghna Jadhav – Producer and CEO Athaansh, Actress Sonali Khare, Actress Hruta Durgule and Actress Surabhi Hande.

    Furthermore, the winners and the nominees also received special recognition for their outstanding achievements.

     

  • ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ on India’s democratic landscape

    ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ on India’s democratic landscape

    Mumbai: ABP News, one of India’s leading Hindi news channels, is all set to host a ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ – a day of high table thought-provoking sessions delving into the realities of the current political landscape of India. Scheduled for 29 March at Hyatt Regency Delhi, this is a day-long conference that will provide a platform for insightful analyses and fervent debates, a very necessary exercise as a nation gears up for the world’s biggest polls ever, India’s Lok Sabha Elections 2024.

    ABP News Shikhar Sammelans in the past have been renowned for their thorough assessment of a government’s performance and the same standards are to be expected of this upcoming event in 2024. Multiple panels made up of distinguished experts, notable initiators and powerful political personalities from across the polity will engage in meaningful dialogue, delineating the challenges as well as the opportunities facing the nation.

    Minister of defence of India Rajnath Singh; minister of home affairs of India Amit Shah; Indian National Congress (INC) president Mallikarjun Kharge, minister of Information and Broadcasting of India Anurag Thakur; member of Rajya Sabha Jayant Chaudhary; union minister of railways of India Ashwini Vaishnaw; union minister of urban development Hardeep Singh Puri, Indian National Congress (INC) general secretary Sachin Pilot; member of Rajya Sabha Praful Patel; are some of the esteemed personalities, amongst a host of others, who are expected to participate at this ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’.

    The ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ is set to showcase ABP News’ commitment to creating a platform where important leaders can engage in in-depth discussions and analyses of issues that are political and governance related, from deliberations on administrative challenges to opportunities for progress the day-long conference will facilitate an exchange of ideas and varied viewpoints that will be shaping India’s political landscape for the years to come.

    With this upcoming event, ABP News continues its tradition of fostering transparent and accountable dialogue through events like ‘Shikhar Sammelan,’ reinforcing its devotion to informed journalism and responsible governance.

  • News18 Network appoints Amitosh Pal to lead business in Eastern markets

    News18 Network appoints Amitosh Pal to lead business in Eastern markets

    Mumbai: News18 Network has announced the appointment of Amitosh Pal as branch head – Indian Languages (East) & business head – News18 Bangla, Odiya, Assam.

    As part of his new role, Amitosh will lead an effort to establish News18 Bangla as the preferred choice for advertisers and agencies along with leading sales efforts for News18 Assam and News18 Odiya. He will also lead the monetisation initiative for News18 India for the east markets and scale revenue for News18 India from the region.

    Amitosh is an experienced media sales professional with a career spanning 25 years, predominantly with ABP Network for the last 19 years. He led sales for ABP Ananda as part of his last stint and also held positions at Zee Network, Siti Cable Network, and Tata Infomedia in the past. Amitosh has diverse interests outside work, including academics, negotiation studies, and travelling.

    Amitosh will report to Munish Atrey, CRO, Indian Languages who will continue to report to Mitul Sangani, CEO – Indian Languages, News18 Network.

    News18 Indian Languages cluster consists of Hindi as well as regional languages. (News18 India, News18 Rajasthan, News18 MP/Chhattisgarh, News18 Bihar Jharkhand, News18 UP/Uttarakhand, News18 Punjab/ Haryana, News18 Bangla, News18 Gujarati, News18 Kannada, News18 Tamil Nadu, News18 Telugu, News18 Odia, News18 Assam/NE, News18 Lokmat, News18 Kerala and News18 Jammu Kashmir Ladakh Himachal) 

  • NBA 360 is available for free on the NBA app in India

    NBA 360 is available for free on the NBA app in India

    Mumbai: The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today that NBA’s live whip-around show “NBA 360” will be available for free on the NBA App in India on Saturdays from March 30 through April 6 from 5 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. IST.

    NBA 360 provides a multi-view broadcast with continuous and simultaneous coverage, including live look-ins, in-progress highlights, up-to-date graphics, statistical leaders, standings, and player interviews, capturing all of the excitement and the best storylines from around the league.

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    On Saturday, 30 March, NBA 360 will allow NBA App users in India to watch all the action from across the slate of 12 NBA games in real-time.

  • FIVB and Bengaluru Torpedoes join hands to develop volleyball in the region

    FIVB and Bengaluru Torpedoes join hands to develop volleyball in the region

    Mumbai: The Bengaluru Torpedoes Volleyball Academy in India was officially recognised as a Volleyball Centre of Excellence in the country as the FIVB and Bengaluru Torpedoes signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week.

    Situated within the esteemed Padukone Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, the Bengaluru Torpedoes Volleyball Academy will serve as a hub for promoting volleyball, further amplifying its development and outreach endeavours.

    The MoU symbolises a shared dedication to cultivating talent, strengthening grassroots initiatives and enhancing the societal significance of volleyball regionally and globally. The partnership between the FIVB and Bengaluru Torpedoes will also facilitate a range of initiatives, including high-performance and grassroots activities, mass participation programmes, and knowledge exchange and collaborative projects geared towards enhancing athlete development. This will be achieved through quality sports science and medical services, alongside coaching and officiating.

    FIVB head of Technical and Development Steve Tutton expressed his excitement about the collaboration, stating: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Bengaluru Torpedoes Volleyball Academy in our mission to foster volleyball development. Together, we will leverage our expertise to implement innovative programmes and initiatives that will propel the sport to new heights.”

    Vishal Jaison, a spokesperson for Bengaluru Torpedoes, conveyed his enthusiasm for the partnership and commented: “This collaboration with the FIVB underscores our commitment to nurturing volleyball excellence from grassroots levels. By joining forces, we aim to expand opportunities for aspiring athletes and promote volleyball as an inclusive sport for all.”

  • Tata IPL’s biggest TV opening: 17 crore viewers on Disney Star Network

    Tata IPL’s biggest TV opening: 17 crore viewers on Disney Star Network

    Mumbai: Disney Star, the official broadcaster of the TATA IPL has started season 17 of TATA IPL with a record-breaking Opening Day. 16.8 crore unique viewers watched the broadcast of TATA IPL 2024 on Day 1, registering a watch time of 1276 crore minutes – the *highest ever for the opening day of any IPL season.

    The opening day of TATA IPL 2024 on the Disney Star network, for the first time ever, featured eight of the 10 captains for season 17, reflecting on what the tournament has in store for them as well as the potential opportunities and challenges. This unfiltered account of the IPL captains’ expectations made for compelling viewing on opening day.

    Season 17 of TATA IPL, also witnessed the highest-ever peak TV concurrency for an IPL opening day, with 6.1 crore viewers watching the broadcast simultaneously on the Disney Star network.

    A Star Sports spokesperson said, “This is a monumental achievement, made possible by fans’ love for Star Sports and an unwavering commitment of the network to ‘serving fans’. We would also like to thank all our partners and extend heartfelt gratitude to the BCCI for their support of the wide array of initiatives that Star Sports has continually undertaken to grow Cricket and TATA IPL. This growth is a reaffirmation of the incomparable capacity of Live Cricket to aggregate audiences on TV and provides a blockbuster start to the tournament. We will continue to enrich the magic of one of the world’s biggest sporting events to take forward the launch momentum and deliver unprecedented viewership.”

    A star-studded line-up of talent comprising IPL title winners, World Cup champions, reputed coaches and legends from the game presented the Opening Day. It saw Navjot Singh Sidhu return to the commentary box and join India’s World Champions Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan, Ravi Shastri, Sunil Gavaskar and Kris Srikkanth. It witnessed debuts of Steve Smith and Stuart Broad, who join legends Brian Lara, Matthew Hayden, Kevin Pietersen, Jacques Kallis and Dale Steyn in presenting TATA IPL 2024. CSK’s former stars Ambati Rayudu, Murali Vijay, L Balaji and Subramaniam Badrinath along with IPL champions Vinay Kumar and Venugopal Rao were at the forefront of Disney Star’s regional feeds in nine languages.

    The ensemble of 120 cricketers was complimented by national and regional celebrities as well as fan-favourite presenters and content creators, to deliver wholesome entertainment on the opening day.

    The other drivers of the staggering opening day viewership were Star Sports’ high-decibel marketing campaign, innovative programming initiatives and fan activations. The compelling marketing campaign celebrated diverse shades of fandom associated with TATA IPL building anticipation for the start of the tournament while the network’s programming, committed to “serving fans”, delivered content catering to diverse audience cohorts to drive increased engagement.

    The Star Nahi Far initiative which seeks to bring fans closer to their favourite superstars from the world of cricket witnessed incredible turnouts across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Kochi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Lucknow, helping galvanise fans across the country.

    The record-breaking TV viewership on the Opening Day comes on the back of an incredible lead-up to season 17 which attracted more than 24.5 crore unique viewers till a week prior to the start of the tournament.

    Star Sports has also launched TATA IPL in 4K with Atmos sound across major DTH platforms, to deliver enhanced visual delight complimented with an incomparable audio experience.

    Star Sports has also launched a special feed for the differently abled with descriptive commentary and sign language interpretation, for the visually impaired, deaf or hard-of-hearing fans, making this IPL truly inclusive. This is the first time for any marquee sporting event, anywhere in the world to have a LIVE feed for differently abled.

    The runner-up for the Graham Bell award for technology, surprised the nation with introduction of their AI technology which allowed international experts to engage with fans in their local languages.

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    *Excluding 2020 (COVID Year)

    Watch the thrilling action of the Tata IPL 2024 live on TV on the Star Sports Network from 22 March – 26 May 2024.

  • COLORS with Seagram’s Imperial Blue and Wavemaker goes hi-tech to launch AI-powered fun-filled #FansWaliHoli

    COLORS with Seagram’s Imperial Blue and Wavemaker goes hi-tech to launch AI-powered fun-filled #FansWaliHoli

    Mumbai: This Holi sparked celebrations that are unique and innovative! Viacom18’s flagship Hindi entertainment channel COLORS hit a hatrick, marking their third collaboration with Seagram’s Imperial Blue Packaged Drinking Water and Wavemaker India for an unforgettable #FansWaliHoli campaign, powered by cutting-edge generative AI technology. This initiative delivers a personalized and interactive Holi experience for the fans, unprecedented in its scope.

    This festive campaign, brought to life by Viacom18’s Network Branded Content in collaboration with Wavemaker India, empowers fans to create personalized Holi posters featuring their favorite celebrities: Karan Kundrra (Actor), Kanika Mann (Actor), Harsh Gujral (Comedian), and Raj Barman (Singer). Through an interactive microsite (www.becausemenwillbemen.com), fans can effortlessly select their preferred artists and generate custom posters with playful messages, encapsulating the essence of the vibrant festival of Holi, all while staying true to the brand ethos. These posters are then conveniently delivered to users’ WhatsApp for easy sharing with loved ones or posting on social media.

    Vivek Mohan Sharma – Head, Branded Content, Viacom18 commented on the campaign, “We are constantly striving to push boundaries and explore innovative ways to connect brands with audiences. Building on Viacom18’s vision of adopting technology every step of the way, we are approaching content marketing through the lens of technology as well. By leveraging generative AI, we have created a fun and interactive experience for fans to celebrate Holi with their favorite COLORS stars, while seamlessly integrating the Seagram’s Imperial Blue Packaged Drinking Water brand message. This campaign is a perfect example of how we are marrying content solutions with cutting-edge tech to deliver a holistic brand and content experience.”

    Ishwindar Singh, Pernod Ricard India said, “Seagram’s Imperial Blue packaged drinking water stands for embracing life with a smile and Holi, the festival of colors, is the perfect occasion to showcase our brand’s commitment to inspiring smiles and light-hearted moments. Partnering with Wavemaker & Viacom18 has allowed us to merge technology with celebrations to amplify the consumer experience through developing engaging campaign around key festivals like Holi..

    Shekhar Banerjee, Wavemaker India said, “At Wavemaker we are extremely proud to partner with our client Pernod Ricard India and brand Imperial Blue packaged Drinking Water to have continuously deliver on engaging innovatively with our consumers. Holi wishes delivered through an AI led campaign which puts you in the same frame with your favourite celebrity and recreates a beautiful poster which can be shared on social, go up as a poster in your room, be your wallpaper or give you bragging rights within your circle, is simply magical.”

    The campaign kicked off on 22 March and will run till 31 March.

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

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  • TATA IPL 2024 viewers win gold on JioCinema’s Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan

    TATA IPL 2024 viewers win gold on JioCinema’s Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan

    Mumbai: While the TATA IPL 2024 was off to an entertaining start on JioCinema as Chennai Super Kings defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the season opener, fans had an equal amount to cheer about. Fortunes changed in just one match for Antony Joseph Dcruz, as he bagged the top prize of gold worth Rs 50 lakhs by playing Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan on JioCinema.

    Suk Raj Lepcha, a resident of Gangtok, bagged the runner-up prize of gold worth Rs 10 lakhs from the predict and win contest. 50 more viewers made the most of JioCinema’s free-to-play contest as they staked a claim over gold worth Rs 1 lakh each. Asimchiring, Meghalaya-based Wheeler Sangma became the first winner of an elegant hatchback, a weekly bumper prize of Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan.  

    Antony, an ardent Mumbai Indians fan and exporter by occupation, said, “I feel lucky that I competed against millions of people in Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan and won the first prize. I have never come across such a big sum of money and feel good about winning it. I will surely invest my winnings for my future instead of spending it on something luxurious.”

    Suk, an ardent Chennai Super Kings fan, expressed excitement on finishing second in the contest, especially as it comes at an opportune time for him. He said, “The prize is very useful to me as I am unemployed currently. I am really happy to win the contest. I tried my level best to answer every question correctly while I was watching my favourite team play.”

    On day two, Pabitra Deb Barma from Tripura won a motorcycle during the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals while Kolkata Knight Riders – Sun Risers Hyderabad match saw Uttarakhand resident Dheeraj Ghughtyal take home a two-wheeler.

    Day three saw Rajendra Kumar Kushwaha from Madhya Pradesh get his hands on the key to a bike while playing Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan during Rajasthan Royals home game against Lucknow Super Giants. Himachal Pradesh’s Sourabh Kumar got lucky winning a bike during the second fixture of the double-header as Gujarat Titans beat Mumbai Indians at home.

    Free-to-play, Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan will also offer viewers multiple brand coupons of great value and discount coupons for buying exclusive stickers on JioCinema for every right answer. Viewers can hold the phone in portrait or landscape mode, a new feature for fans this year, and that will open a chat box at the bottom of the screen where the question appears before every over along with four options. Viewers who give the most correct answers during the match, stand a chance to win the grand prizes.

    Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan aims to enhance the viewer’s experience and involvement while watching the TATA IPL on JioCinema vis-à-vis passively watching the league on legacy platforms. Introduced last season, Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan was an instant success as lucky contestants drove away a premium hatchback car. Within just one season of IPL, Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan became a platform for heartwarming tales of changed fortunes from India’s heartlands.

    Fans can watch the latest season of the TATA IPL for free in 4K across 12 languages introducing Haryanvi for the first time, multi-cam options including the much-hyped Hero Cam, and many more fan-engagement features in addition to Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan.