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  • Haryana’s Biggest Web Series “MahaPunarjanma” By Sri Adhikari Brothers to Premiere on STAGE App This Diwali

    Haryana’s Biggest Web Series “MahaPunarjanma” By Sri Adhikari Brothers to Premiere on STAGE App This Diwali

    MUMBAI: Two new episodes will be released every Friday. The web series spans 26 episodes. For the first time, a major Mumbai production house (Sri Adhikari Brothers) is creating a web series for Haryana.

    The web series is being shot in Bhiwani, featuring prominent artists from not only Haryana but also Mumbai. Haryana has never seen a major 26-episode web series before. Viewers are eagerly awaiting the web series. 

    The web series will depict the secrets of past lives, unfulfilled love, and the story of reincarnation.

    Whenever reincarnation is discussed, it’s always said, “Every birth leaves a secret.” The release date of Haryana’s biggest web series, which explores similar secrets and stories behind past lives, has been announced. For quite some time, viewers have been waiting for the release date of this web series, based on the concept of reincarnation. Stage App has announced the release dates for this web series on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. 

    The 26-episode web series “Mahapunarjanma…Janamon Ki Mahagaatha” is releasing on October 31st. This is the first time in Haryana that a web series will be released in a weekly episodic format. The first two episodes of the web series will be released on October 31st, followed by two new episodes every Friday. This web series will keep viewers engaged for 13 weeks. The series has been produced for Stage App by the Sri Adhikari Brothers, and its creators are Kailash Adhikari and Ravi Adhikari. They have delivered dozens of successful shows on Indian television and the OTT world and are now taking Haryanvi content to new heights. November 1st is Haryana Day and also the foundation day of Stage App. Therefore, starting October 31st, just a day before, Stage App has announced a big gift for its Haryana viewers in the form of this web series.

    Story: When birth, karma, and love collide:

    ‘Maha-Punarjanma’ is a story that explores the mysteries of unfulfilled love, karma, and reincarnation from a new perspective. It also explores an unfulfilled love that a lover has reincarnated to fulfill. It remains to be seen whether his previous lover will recognize him. Will society accept this young woman’s love for this ten-year-old boy after a new birth? The story begins with Ajayveer, a man whose life is bound by the karma of his past life. Surrounding him are Mohini, a woman bound by love beyond the boundaries of time, and Guruji, the guardian of the mysteries of karma and birth. Each episode opens the door to a new mystery—sometimes the unfulfilled love of a lifetime, sometimes the unfulfilled account of a deed, and sometimes the search for a soul seeking salvation but unable to break free. This web series is a completely new experience for the people of Haryana.

    A Haryanvi Story on a Cinematic Scale:

    ‘Maha-Punarjanma’ is a game-changing piece of content for a Haryanvi web series. Its visuals, music, and production values ​​are at par with Bollywood and national OTT standards. Shooting is underway in Bhiwani district, Haryana, where the scenes showcase a balanced blend of authentic village soil, folk culture, and modern reality. Crowds of people are flocking to watch the filming in Bhiwani daily, and people are thoroughly enjoying the experience. This is also the first time in Haryana that a web series will be shot simultaneously. The story’s blend of mystery and emotion makes it not just a web series, but an epic saga that transcends generations, yet remains deeply connected to the heart.

    This web series will change the direction of content in Haryana: 

    Producers Web series producers Kailash Adhikari and Ravi Adhikari say, “Maha-Punarjanma isn’t just a story of reincarnation; it’s a depiction of the incomplete journey of a human soul, its karma, and its love. Haryanvi stories have such depth that they deserve to be told on a larger scale, and STAGE App has provided that platform. Our aim is to provide Haryanavi audiences with the same experience as found on national OTT platforms: stunning visuals, a deep story, and heartfelt music. Maha-Punarjanma will prove to be a turning point in Haryana’s OTT journey.”

    STAGE App is the largest home for Haryana’s stories:

    STAGE App, India’s first dialect-based OTT platform, has always brought the stories, art, and culture rooted in Haryana to the digital world. ‘Maha-Punarjanma‘ is the next major step in STAGE’s vision to offer global-quality content in the local language. According to the STAGE App team, “We believe that the stories of Haryana are not just about Haryanvis, they are stories of the soul of India. ‘Maha-Punarjanma‘ is a journey that weaves together emotion, action, and destiny.” 
     

  • Indian distiller uncorks a spirited legacy in Indri single malt

    Indian distiller uncorks a spirited legacy in Indri single malt

    MUMBAI: India’s whisky revolution has taken another dram-atic leap forward with Piccadily Agro Industries unveiling its most ambitious spirit yet: Indri Founder’s Reserve, an 11-year-old single malt that has already collected more medals than an Olympic swimming team.

    The limited-edition bottling—just 1,100 bottles worldwide—pays tribute to the company’s founder Kidar Nath Sharma, whose entrepreneurial zeal transformed a family business into the diversified Piccadily Group. Aged in ex-Bordeaux red wine casks, the whisky comes with more than a splash of ambition, aiming to put Indian single malts firmly on the global spirits map.

    The  distiller, located in Haryana’s subtropical north, has made a virtue of India’s punishing climate swings. While Scottish distillers might consider 20°C a heatwave, Indri’s barrels endure scorching 50°C summers before plunging to freezing winters—conditions that accelerate maturation and impart what the company describes as “complexity and depth unique to the region’s terroir.”

    Bottled at a robust 50 per cent ABV for domestic consumption (and an even punchier 58.5 per cent for international markets), the amber liquid promises dark fruits and spices on the nose, with caramelised nuts and vanilla on the palate—followed by what the company calls an “indulgent finish” of oak and wine-influenced sweetness.

    “This expression embodies the essence of our founder’s dream: to create world-class Indian single malt whisky with soul, structure, and enduring quality,” says Piccadily Agro Industries  marketing head Shalini Sharma.

    The distiller’s confidence isn’t merely liquid courage—its latest creation has already charmed international judges, collecting platinum at the Las Vegas Global Spirits Awards with an impressive 98 points, and ranking eighth in the International Whisky Competition’s “Top 15 Whiskies of the World.”

    For those intrigued by this subcontinental dram, the company has adopted the ultimate luxury marketing approach: “Price on request.”

    The message is clear—Piccadily isn’t merely producing whisky; it’s bottling ambition and selling it by the dram.

  • Watcho drops the beat with Vibe On as India’s hip-hop scene heats up

    Watcho drops the beat with Vibe On as India’s hip-hop scene heats up

    MUMBAI: The rhythm is raw, the energy is electric, and the mic is live as India’s hip-hop movement just got its biggest stage yet! Watcho, Dish TV’s OTT platform, has launched Vibe On, a high-octane reality show that shines the spotlight on underground rap talent from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi.

    Streaming exclusively on Watcho ahead of its Youtube debut, Vibe On is more than just a music competition—it’s a battleground where aspiring rappers spit fire and fight for their moment in the limelight. From nerve-wracking college auditions to intense rap battles, the show captures the unfiltered journeys of emerging hip-hop artists, giving them a shot at stardom.

    Judged by industry heavyweights Amit Uchana, Ravneet Singh, and JSL Singh, the contest has already drawn thousands of entries, with only the top 100 making the cut. Each episode delivers lyrical showdowns, electrifying performances, and jaw-dropping rap battles, raising the stakes with every verse.

    Dish TV & Watcho corporate head of marketing Sukhpreet Singh said, “Vibe On is not just entertainment; it’s a movement. Hip-hop is an expression of real stories, struggles, and triumphs, and this show gives emerging artists the stage they deserve. At Watcho, we are thrilled to bring fresh, culturally relevant content that resonates with today’s youth.”

    With the rise of desi hip-hop and street rap in India, Vibe On promises to be a game-changer in the music reality show space. If you’re ready to experience India’s next rap revolution, tune in to Watcho now, because the vibe is on!

  • Medusa Beverages to launch House of the Dragon beer in Haryana early next year

    Medusa Beverages to launch House of the Dragon beer in Haryana early next year

    MUMBAI: Dragons have captivated Gen Z ever since eight seasons of The Game of Thrones recorded unbelievable viewership numbers the world over. The prequel House of the Dragon also set the house on fire on HBO Max and linear TV channels, and was renewed for three seasons, and is scheduled to end with the fourth season. 

    In July this year, home grown beer brand Medusa Beverages signed a licensing deal with Warner Bros Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP) and announced that it was introducing an exclusive House of Dragon variant for beer and dragon lovers as collectibles. This limited-edition brew features a smoky, fiery flavour profile that reflects the mystique and spirit of the HBO original drama.

    The House of the Dragon beer has been rolling out in Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Himachal Pradesh ever since. Medusa Beverages now says Haryana is expected to join the line up early next year in a press release. 

    The company points out  that the partnership taps into the universal fascination with dragons—symbols of fire, strength, and mythical grandeur—to create a unique sensory experience. The smoky, burnt notes of the beer mirror the fiery essence of roasted malts, while its robust profile is designed to resonate with those who appreciate a drink that tells a story. The House of Dragon beer is more than a beverage—it’s an invitation to indulge in a flavourful journey that aligns with the allure of fantasy and mythology.

    Medusa Beverages founder & CEO Avneet Singh highlights that the brewer believes in crafting beers that tell a story and bring people together and that he wanted beer-guzzlers to experience a drink larger than life. 
    “Our collaboration with Warner Bros. for the House of Dragons beer celebrates boldness and creativity. The smoky, fiery essence is our way of paying homage to the mystical dragons that inspire strength and awe in all of us,” he adds.”

    Medusa Beverages is not the only company and it is not the first time WBDGCP  has extended its House of the Dragon licence for the famed series. Picaddily Distilleries – the maker of the famed Indri single malt brand – had introduced a whisky collection with two distinct flavours inspired by the iconic councils of Westeros in Jully 2024.  The first – the House of Black, and the second – the House of Green.

    In 2022, it had signed up with Bira91 which introduced House of the Dragon beer  in 330ml bottles and 500ml cans across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Pune.  Then the dragon brand made its appearance on US winery Seven Kingdoms Cellars which launched wines .  Danish brewery Mikkeller,  also released Syrax Rises, a  beer collectible in the same year.

  • Rishab Gulshan of BCCL passes away in a road accident

    Rishab Gulshan of BCCL passes away in a road accident

    Mumbai: Bennett Coleman and Co Ltd (BCCL) head of group strategy and digital growth Rishab Gulshan, has passed away in a road accident, wherein he was riding a bike on the Delhi-Jaipur highway in Rewari, Haryana.

    Rishab had joined the BCCL group in 2019, prior to which he was working with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) leading their Telecom, Media and Technology (TMT) practice in India. At the time of joining BCCL, his role was known to be that of handling the digital transformation initiatives across the group’s companies.

    An IIM Bengaluru graduate and with approximately two decades of experience in business growth and transformation, he had worked with global marquee technology companies including telecom companies, IT/BPO/engineering service providers, mobile devices and services companies, software players, and a variety of start-ups. 

    Rishab Gulshan’s family lives abroad, and also has an 11 -year -old son. They have been informed about his death.

  • LML partners with former Harley Davidson manufacturing facility in India

    LML partners with former Harley Davidson manufacturing facility in India

    MUMBAI : Laying the groundwork for a long-term future in the EV business in India, LML Electric on Thursday announced a strategic partnership with Saera Electric Auto, which formerly handled manufacturing for global major – Harley Davidson.

    The company will use Saera’s facility located in the auto hub of Bawal in Haryana to produce its disruptive range of upcoming electric vehicles. “The highly advanced and innovative infrastructure of Saera, backed by its historical competence in manufacturing will now be leveraged to develop the much talked about and anticipated EV range of products from the LML electric stable,” the company said in a statement.

    LML highlighted that it intends to build a future-ready manufacturing facility using Saera’s technology and processes. It termed the partnership as one of the first of many steps for LML to transition into a 100 per cent ‘Make in India’ company by end of 2025.

    “The manufacturing plant, which spans 2,17,800 square feet and has a capacity of 18,000 units per month, is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure. It’s prior excellence in manufacturing for global behemoths would offer a distinct edge in streamlining, scaling up, and providing world-class quality assurance to LML, making this a very promising collaboration,” it said in the statement

    LML CEO Yogesh Bhatia said Saera was the company’s first choice because it holds unparalleled expertise and reputation with some of the world’s premier auto brands. “With this alliance as we aspire to create a brand that is 100 per cent localised and has an impeccable quality assurance that is world-class. We foresee an immediate need for automakers to reduce their dependence on imports and build an infrastructure that is designed and capable to address the rapidly growing demand in India and the world over. We are confident that this partnership will be a stepping stone in our vision to redefine and reimagine the future of EV manufacturing in India to bring the country at par with global manufacturing standards.”

  • Inox opens its fifth multiplex at Worldmark Mall in Gurugram

    Inox opens its fifth multiplex at Worldmark Mall in Gurugram

    Mumbai: Multiplex chain Inox Leisure Ltd (Inox) has announced the launch of its fifth multiplex in the city of Gurugram at Worldmark Mall located at Maidawas Road, which is one of the prime hub for IT and corporate parks. The new multiplex has five auditoria with a total of 904 seats, including 33 luxurious recliner seats. 

    With this launch, Inox will expand its presence to 158 multiplexes spanning 667 screens across 70 cities in the country. Inox now operates nine multiplexes with 32 screens in the state of Haryana. 

    According to a statement, the auditoria are equipped with advanced digital laser projection system for razor-sharp visuals. 

    In addition, the theaters also offer a great sound experience from the Dolby system for guests to enjoy a thunderous feel. The immersive ambience of auditoriums compliments the vibrant 3D view, which is powered by Volfoni Smart Crystal Diamond solution. Guests would also get to experience Inox’s vibrant hospitality and gourmet offerings.

    “The people of Gurugram are true connoisseurs of cinema and has a huge interest in watching their favourite movies at the best state of art facilities, and Inox has played a huge role in this journey,” stated Inox Leisure Ltd regional director (North) Lalit Ojha. “With the launch of five screens at the extravagant Worldmark Mall, we will further continue to delight our patrons with the best of INOX hospitality with a convenient location, easy accessibility, state-of-the-art facilities, and high-end technology. We are looking forward to welcoming the cinema lovers of Gurugram to city’s latest entertainment destination.”

    Besides making sure that the cinemas will be operated by a 100 per cent vaccinated team, Inox is adhering to each and every instruction as prescribed in the notifications issued by the state government under its hygiene initiative called #SafetyFirst, said the statement.

  • India Today forecast — bang on, as always!

    India Today forecast — bang on, as always!

    NEW DELHI – Elections can be unpredictable for political parties. Their results aren't for the India Today Group.

    As every other media outlet faltered in its forecast of Haryana and Maharashtra elections, the India Today-Axis-My-India exit poll delivered the most accurate picture of around 11 crore voters in the two states.

    HARYANA

    Almost all other pollsters and TV stations were unanimous in predicting a sweep by the BJP in Haryana, led by Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.

    But it was the India Today-Axis-My-India exit poll that hit the bull's-eye, forecasting anywhere between 32 and 44 for the ruling party. Based on face-to-face interviews with voters across 90 constituencies, with a sample size of 23,118, the India Today-Axis-My-India Today survey foresaw the Congress ranks swelling in the range of 30-42 seats, up from 15 five years ago.

    It gave the Dushyant Chautala-led Jannayak Janta Party (JJP), a breakaway faction of the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD), between and six and ten seats.

    By Thursday evening, at time of writing, actual results were much the same as India Today's predictions — the BJP led successfully in 40, the Congress in 30 and the JJP in 10 constituencies.

    Other pollsters, however, weren't really able to capture the voter pulse in Haryana accurately. In its exit poll, Republic-Jan Ki Baat had given the BJP 52-63 and the Congress between 15 and 19 seats. According to News18-IPSOS, the ruling party was poised to secure 75 and the Congress 10. ABP-CVoter charts indicated 72 for the BJP and eight for the Congress. Times Now predicted 71 for Khattar's party and 11 for the Congress led by Bhupinder Singh Hooda, the Leader of Opposition,

    MAHARASHTRA

    In Maharashtra, the actual outcome came closest to the India Today-Axis-My-India's predictions for the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance unlike several other pollsters forecasting a landslide for the ruling coalition.

    According to the India Today-Axis-My-India survey, the BJP-Sena alliance was projected to secure between 166 and 194 seats and the NCP-Congress combine from 72 to 90.

    By Thursday evening, election results at time of writing showed the ruling coalition leading successfully in 159 of the state's 288 constituencies and the NCP-Congress combine in 105.  

    Contrast this with exit polls executed by other players.

    Times Now had predicted 230 seats for the BJP-Shiv Sena and 48 for the NCP-Congress together. Republic-Jan Ki Baat had forecast 216-230 for the governing alliance and 52-59 for the opposition. The News18-IPSOS gave as high as 243 to the BJP-Shiv Sena and as less as 41 seats to the NCP-Congress alliance in Maharashtra.

    According to ABP-CVoter, the BJP-Sena were projected to win 204 and the opposition combine 69.

    "I think getting the exit poll right again, especially against popular belief, separates news channels from propaganda channels," said Kalli Purie, Vice Chairperson, India Today Group. "It's our approach on ground reporting and non-alignment that we were able to read data with a level of understanding. And doing it in Haryana elections, where the margin on so many seats was so slim, is a validation of the scientific and thorough approach of Axis," the Vice Chairperson said.

    INCREDIBLE TRACK RECORD

    Of all the elections that took place in India between 2013 and 2019, India Today-Axis My India post-poll surveys have given the most accurate predictions in 95 per cent of the cases.

    Since 2013, Axis My India has conducted 38 post-poll surveys, of which 36 have been spot on.

    Conducting the largest exit poll for the world's largest democracy the 2019 general elections, the India Today-Axis My India exit poll, for instance, predicted 339-365 seats for the BJP-led NDA and 77-108 seats for the UPA in the new Lok Sabha. The actual results weren't different — the NDA got 352 and the UPA 92 seats in the lower house of parliament.

    Axis-My-India chief Pradeep Gupta attributed his successful predictions to team work and scientific monitoring of voter behaviour. "We follow international best practices. Our methodology is highly refined that helps us eliminate margins of error," he explained. "Our sampling is the most demographically representative in any given election. We closely, and continuously, monitor voter mood and intent." 

  • MX Player announces an exclusive partnership with entertainer Sapna Choudhary

    MX Player announces an exclusive partnership with entertainer Sapna Choudhary

    Sapna Choudhary needs no introduction considering her mega appeal and the millions of views her songs and videos have received. And now, MX Player, the world’s largest local video player and India’s leading streaming platform is exclusively offering India a chance to witness the Queen of hinterland, Sapna Choudhary’s talent!

    Hard-work, dedication and passion are the key ingredients to overcome any obstacle thrown your way – the singer has proven this true by carving a prominent space for herself in this industry. Starting her career with an orchestra group in Haryana, this self-made star went on to create super-hit songs like ‘Solid Body’ and ‘Tu Cheez Lajawab’, instantly creating waves in the industry and winning millions of hearts!

    The streaming platform has now associated with this multi-talented entertainer and as a part of their tie-up will be exclusively streaming Sapna’s live events and all of her music videos. Additionally, Sapna will have her very own channel on MX Player where she will upload exclusive content only for MX users. And that’s not all, she will also be featuring in two MX Original series!

    “Being the leading OTT platform in our country, it feels great to be associated with MX Player. Their app is reaching out to the heartland of India and through this association I hope to reach out to my fans and more! What I like most about MX is their openness to varied genres and mine is the first in this genre to be up on the platform”, said Sapna.

  • Pro Kabaddi: Mashal Sports invites tenders to own & manage new team

    MUMBAI: Mashal Sports, in which Star Sports owns 74% stake, has, pursuant to the Invitation for Expression of Interest dated 29 March, has called for expressions of interest (“EOI”) to be submitted by eligible persons, fulfilling the criteria provided for in the Invitation, who wish to participate in a competitive bidding process proposed to be run for the award of the rights to own, operate and manage a proposed new franchise team which will compete in the Pro Kabaddi League owned and operated by Mashal (“PKL”) from and including the PKL seasons to be held in 2017 onwards, on such terms and conditions as agreed with Mashal.

    Pro Kabaddi is now set to expand to up to four new geographies. With the addition of the new teams, Pro Kabaddi is gearing up to surpass other Indian sports leagues in terms of geographic representation (teams from 11 states), number of matches (130+ matches), and duration of the league (13 weeks) in Season 5.

    The intended new states for Pro Kabaddi have been selected very carefully. Tamil Nadu, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat have been primarily chosen for their high affinity towards Kabaddi with massive fan bases, significant on-ground presence of the sport, and potential commercial value to sponsors and advertisers. Both Haryana and Tamil Nadu contribute large number of players to Pro Kabaddi, as well as leading public sector teams in the country. Along with Uttar Pradesh, these states have a rich cultural tradition of highly popular local Kabaddi tournaments. The intrinsic popularity of Kabaddi in India has been most recently demonstrated in Gujarat where the 2016 Kabaddi World Cup has led to a huge surge in public following of Kabaddi.

    Pro Kabaddi became an instant hit with Indian sports fans in its very first season in 2014 as 435 million* viewers tuned in. This modern league in India’s ancient sport of Kabaddi has continued to grow from strength to strength in subsequent seasons. Its cumulative viewership growth of 51 per cent over four seasons is the highest for any sports league in India. Within a short span of 2 years, Pro Kabaddi has captured the imagination of Indian viewers and established itself as one of the highest impact television properties in key markets. It has even surpassed IPL in Andhra Pradesh and also achieved primetime slot leadership in Mumbai.

    Significantly, the high popularity of Pro Kabaddi as well as 2016 Kabaddi World Cup has evoked continually surging sponsor interest. Pro Kabaddi Season 4 had a total of 64 league and franchise sponsors on board. This fast growing interest from sponsors from diverse sectors of the economy mirrors Kabaddi’s pan-India appeal – cutting across key consumer segments from metropolitan markets to heartland as well as pan-geographical regions. In a remarkably strong endorsement of Kabaddi, the latest edition of an annual report jointly prepared by the leading media investment advisory firm ESP Properties and Sportzpower, a provider of sports business news, states, “…in terms of absolute numbers added to the Sports Sponsorship pie, India’s ancient contact team sport was THE story of 2016.”

    “Even for an optimist like me, the response we have seen for Kabaddi is surprising. Having seen its affinity in the country, it would be a disservice to the sport if we do not grow it further. All stakeholders have decided to come together to expand the league and given the pace at which this is growing, it might be just the first in a series of expansions in the coming years”, said Star India chairman and CEO Uday Shankar.

    A father figure to Indian Kabaddi, International Kabaddi Federation president Janardan Singh Gehlot stated, “Pro Kabaddi is a truly unique example of how a modern league has transformed the much loved but traditional Kabaddi into a modern sport. Star Sports as well as Mashal have created a magnificent example for the growth of India as multi-sport nation.”

    An All India Kabaddi player hunt 2017 was organised by Mashal Sports in association with AKFI as part of its talent development programme across 14 cities in India. Over 4600 participants between the age groups of 18 to 22 years got a chance to showcase their Kabaddi talent. This initiative will play an important role in catalysing the on-ground Kabaddi eco-system and providing a future pipeline of players.

    Mashal Sports is inviting Expression of Interest from reputable corporate entities having a vision for investing in the overall development of the sport from the ground up and participating in the success of PKL through their active involvement as a franchise team. Mashal Sports will shortlist selected interested participants and invite them to participate in a transparent tender process. The selection of the winning bidders will be done by a panel of eminent people based on both qualitative and financial criteria. The process is expected to be completed by 5 May, 2017 providing enough time for the new franchise to prepare for Season 5 starting in July 2017.

    Details of Invitation for Expression of Interest:
    Every EOI in response to the Invitation must be submitted, in accordance with the Invitation, by no later than 11:59 pm IST on 9 April, 2017. Such EOI must be submitted by way of an email (with all relevant attachments) to pkl@mashalsports.com. Every EOI submitted pursuant to the Invitation must contain all of the following information and documents:

    Corporate Profile: A brief overview of the background and history of the bidder, its group and affiliates including promoter and current business and operations.

    PKL Proposal: A brief description of bidder’s reasons for wanting to participate in the PKL, plans for the growth and development of the sport of kabaddi, PKL and the team.

    Sports Experience: Details of any previous experience in any sports related activity, including participation in any sporting leagues, sports sponsorships, sporting bodies, academies or otherwise.

    Certificates: (a) Net worth certificate furnished by a chartered accountant certifying the Net worth of the bidder (or of the parent) as of March 31, 2016, and (b) a certificate executed by an authorized signatory of the bidder certifying compliance with the fit and proper criteria listed below.

    Consortium Information: Details of each consortium member, and a description of each member’s interest in the consortium, including effective voting / controlling interest and economic interest, and identification of the lead member and representative All of the information and documents listed in (a) to (d) above must be provided in respect of each member of the consortium.

    The EOI must contain a certificate, duly executed by the authorized signatory of the bidder (in the case of an EOI submitted by a consortium, duly executed by the authorized signatory of each member of the consortium), certifying each of the following with respect to each bidder and each member of the consortium:

    None of the bidder, its affiliates or any of its or their respective directors, partners, executives or key managerial personnel (each, an “Identified Person”) have been convicted by a court of any offence involving moral turpitude, economic offence, securities laws or fraud;

    No application for winding up, liquidation, bankruptcy or insolvency has been admitted by any court of competent jurisdiction against any Identified Person;

    None of the Identified Persons have been declared insolvent or bankrupt or is subject to striking off, disqualification or de-recognition by any professional body or authority;

    None of the Identified Persons are currently, or have previous been, banned by the governing body of any sport from involvement in the administration of or any form of participation in such sport, for any reason;

    None of the Identified Persons own any form of interest (whether by way of shares, units, securities or any other form of voting or economic interest) in any club, league, team or organization, which is or has previously been expelled from any competition organized by or under the auspices or sanction of any governing body or authority for any sport;

    None of the Identified Persons are, or have previously been involved or interested in, in any manner, the production or provision of goods or services which are illegal; and

    None of the Identified Persons are in default of any of their obligations to a financial institution or have defaulted on any of its obligations to a financial institution in the last 3 (three) financial years.