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  • Indian citizens trust defence forces and the PM the most: Ipsos survey

    Indian citizens trust defence forces and the PM the most: Ipsos survey

    MUMBAI : The news is not so good for all of us who are part of the media. Our tribe ranks even below the police in terms of the trust that the general public places in it, if one were to go by the results of the quarterly survey, the Ipsos IndiaBus Trust in Institutions, conducted by global research company’s Ipsos India..

    If the fourth estate is held in such low esteem by its primary customer,  the  Indian citizen, do media owners need to go back to the drawing board and do a rethink about their raison d’etre ? That’s question that begs an answer! An honest answer!

    The Ipsos survey revealed that the defence forces (army, air force and navy) are the most trusted  with a score of 56 pr cent, followed by Indian prime minister Narendra Modi who scored 45 per cent positive responses. The RBI came third with a 44 per cent score, followed by the supreme court. 

    Interestingly, all these institutions have improved their scores over the last quarter (in September) and have shown that the citizens have the highest faith in these institutions, as they continue to serve the nation with exemplary dedication and ethical work practices, says a press release issued by Ipsos India. To be fair even us media folks improved our trust score from 24 per cent in September 2024. But we are a far cry from the 36 per cent we notched up in June  2024.

     

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    Politicians (20 per cent), political parties (21 per cent), community leaders (22 per cent), and religious leaders (24 per cent), have even more reasons to be worried as they continue to lead in the distrust list.

    The survey displayed certain pockets where the most trusted institutions have higher equity among the citizens.

    The defence forces have received higher trust scores among the tier1 citizens (71 per cent), the north zone (69 per cent), the west zone (68 per cent), the employed (67 per cent), tier2 (63 per cent), metros (62 per cent) and males (61 per cent) etc.  

    The PM of the country received highest scores in the north zone (62 per cent), tier1 (57 per cent) and tier 2 (57 per cent) cities, the west zone (52 per  cent), the employed (51 per cent) and males (48 per cent). Whlle the RBI was trusted most by the west zone (61 per cent), tier1 (59 per cent) and tier2 (54 per cent) citizens, the north zone (53 per cent) and the employed (52 per cent). Across these three institutions, they have a common thread of supporters with high trust – though only in the case of the RBI, trust is high in the west zone, Mumbai being the commercial capital of  India.
     

    Parijat chakrabortyIpsos India group service line leader, public affairs, corporate reputation, CSR & ESG Parijat Chakraborty pointed out that the topper  institutions are the backbone of the nation with their word being sacrosanct.  “After all, they have stood the test of time in serving the nation with transparency, equality and justice. All these institutions command respect – whether our defence forces, PM of the country, the RBI, the supreme court of India, the parliament – and their reputation has been built over years of impeccable delivery and service to the nation,” he elaborated.

    According to him politicians, political parties, community leaders, and religious leaders, are institutions that need to win the trust of the masses through greater transparency and fulfilment of their promises to the electorate and patrons on one hand and managing their reputation through visibility around their achievements via communication, not leaving anything to speculation. He highlighted one positive outcome from the survey for them. ”We see recovery in scores to the previous levels, after a dip in September,” he said.

    (For the doubting Thomases who doubt the survey’s authenticity, at least use it as a guide post. Ipsos IndiaBus is a monthly pan India omnibus – which also runs multiple client surveys-  that uses a structured questionnaire and is conducted by Ipsos India on diverse topics among 2200+ respondents from Sec A, B and C households, covering adults of both genders from all four zones in the country. The survey is conducted in metros, tier one, tier two and tier three towns, providing a more robust and representative view of urban Indians. The respondents were polled face to face and online. We have city-level quota for each demographic segments that ensure the waves are identical and no additional sampling error. The data is weighted by demographics and city-class population to arrive at a national average. )

  • Red FM partners with Runveer 6.0: The Infantry Marathon

    Red FM partners with Runveer 6.0: The Infantry Marathon

    Mumbai: 93.5 Red FM has partnered with the sixth edition of Runveer: The Infantry Marathon – Sherdil Kargil, an event honoring the valor and sacrifice of the Indian Army. This year marks the 78th Infantry Day and the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War. The marathon will take place on 10 November 2024, at Garrison Ground, Infantry School, MHOW, bringing together army personnel and civilians in a celebration of patriotism and unity.

    The Runveer marathon, held annually to commemorate Infantry Day, includes multiple categories: 21 km, 10 km, and 5 km. This year’s event pays tribute to the heroics of the Kargil War and fosters interaction between the army and local communities. Attendees can also enjoy attractions such as a Bagpiper’s show, weapon and equipment display, microlight aircraft fly past, and a warm-up zumba session, with Red FM’s RJs as hosts.

    To participate, register at – https://www.townscript.com/e/runveer-60-the-infantry-marathon-sherdil-kargil-420224 

  • Watch how the Indian Army keeps threats at bay, round the clock, in HistoryTV18’s gripping new documentary

    Watch how the Indian Army keeps threats at bay, round the clock, in HistoryTV18’s gripping new documentary

    From the burning sands of Rajasthan to the freezing glaciers of Siachen, the boundaries of India stretch over some of the most extreme terrains on the planet. Regular ceasefire violations and infiltration attempts from across the border mean that protecting the world’s seventh-largest country, from remote outposts to thriving urban centres, is incredibly daunting. But the men and women of the Indian Army are up to the task. With special access to military personnel and systems, HistoryTV18 brings you glimpses of an action-packed 24 hours with the defenders of India. ‘Indian Army 24 Hours’ premiering on the 18th of November at 9 PM, follows a 24-hour clock, tracking teams, tactics and technology at work. This superbly researched and narrated one-hour film encapsulates what it takes for one of the largest armies in the world to stay vigilant and battle-ready every minute of every day. Featuring power-packed real-life action sequences and dramatic recreations of battle-scenarios, the show takes viewers into the thick of military operations. It presents little-known historical facts about the Indian Army, spotlights some of its greatest battle honours and sheds light on the functioning of various units, intercut with interviews of dynamic young officers of the Indian Army.

    The spectacular one-hour special also reveals some of the operational challenges specific to the various arms of the Indian Army, including the Armoured Corps, Engineers, the Signals Corps, Army Aviation, and the elite Special Forces. HistoryTV18’s ace camera crew takes viewers as close to the explosive action as possible, for an authentic experience of the Indian Army’s relentless efforts, efficiency and preparedness in extreme conditions. From the hallowed ground of the prestigious Indian Military Academy to the icy heights of the Siachen glacier; from inside a Bofors artillery unit to a chopper carrying fearless Ghatak commandos, and much more. 

    The film’s 24-hour clock starts a little after midnight with a border patrol near the LoC and then a daring commando-raid behind enemy lines. The tense, suspenseful opening follows a squad of elite Paratrooper Special Forces as they neutralize two high-value terrorist targets. As dawn breaks, the narrative transitions to vignettes of the various arms of the Indian Army, filmed in all their realism, with live explosions and gunfire. As the day in the film progresses, the audience becomes privy to high-tech intelligence gathering and comms, with the men and women of the Signals Corps. There are eyes in the sky and boots on the ground as drones take flight and stealthy teams move undetected on foot. We also see how the Indian Army’s Engineers keep men and material moving, no matter the obstacle. Tracks are laid over desert terrain, minefields are cleared, and a battle tank with engine trouble is rescued, while in range of enemy fire. Elsewhere, a spectacle of awesome firepower unfolds with a tank column firing on-the-go, while raw courage is on display as an infantry detachment charges into the mouth of battle, guns blazing and khukris unsheathed, in another remarkable recreation.

    ‘Indian Army 24 Hours’, premiering on the 18th of November at 9 PM on HistoryTV18, also takes viewers behind the guns and glory, to see the gutsy, unseen heroes at work. Their courage and dedication shine through, however dire or dangerous the situation. From the soldiers who deliver meals to brothers-in-arms at forward posts and the logistics warriors who keep storage depots stocked; to daring pilots who save lives with emergency evacuation and field medics and doctors, who hold fast to the motto, Sarve Santu Nirmaya, the film celebrates all heroes in uniform.

    The film’s finish packs a punch. As night falls, the story comes full circle with a commando team using the cover of darkness to infiltrate enemy lines. Cameras follow as the special forces’ operatives are air-dropped on the edge of the enemy-controlled territory, in the dead of night. Their mission – to blow up an ammunition dump. 

    Avinash Kaul, Managing Director A+E Networks | TV18 and CEO-Broadcast for Network18, said, “Indian Army 24 Hours is a must-watch for anyone curious about or fascinated by the Indian Army. This film is the story of the soldiers of our army and showcases their bravery, effectiveness and unwavering commitment to the defence of our nation and way of life. HistoryTV18 is honoured to have made this film with the support of the Indian Army. We hope that the film inspires in our audience the same sense of pride and admiration for our true heroes that we felt in making it.”
     
    Watch ‘Indian Army 24 Hours’ on the 18th of November, Wednesday at 9 PM, only on HistoryTV18.

  • Domino’s Pizza salutes the spirit of the Indian Army; Delivers happiness at Siachen on Republic Day #DominosInSiachen

    Domino’s Pizza salutes the spirit of the Indian Army; Delivers happiness at Siachen on Republic Day #DominosInSiachen

    MUMBAI: Acknowledging the efforts and sacrifices of the Indian Army Soldiers in protecting the nation, Domino’s Pizza celebrated the Republic Day this year with the Indian Army troops in the Siachen Glacier and delivered 4000 pizzas to the soldiers deployed on the forward posts at almost 20,000 ft. above sea level. The initiative was taken with an aim to offer the soldiers a few moments of joy, while they are away from their families serving the nation.

    Domino’s team expressed elation and honour to have shared this joyful moment with the soldiers who serve the nation while showing unwavering grit and determination in the face of extremely harsh weather and terrain conditions. This gesture of serving hot pizza was a small tribute to the Indian Army for their immense contribution towards national security.

    Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Pratik Pota, Chief Executive Officer & Whole-time Director, Jubilant FoodWorks Limited said, “We are immensely proud and honoured to have served hot Domino’s pizzas to the Indian Army soldiers deployed at the world’s highest military base on Republic Day. It was a privilege for us to have shared some joyful moments with these soldiers who work there tirelessly in extreme conditions to secure the nation’s borders and keep us safe. A team from Domino’s Pizza went to the Siachen Base Camp and prepared and served hot pizzas to the soldiers as a small token of appreciation and gratitude for their selfless service. We look forward to more such opportunities to be of service to our Armed forces.”

  • Salman Khan backs Indian Army strike & Pak artistes

    Salman Khan backs Indian Army strike & Pak artistes

    NEW DELHI: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan says TV and film artistes from Pakistan should not be treated like terrorists and art and terrorism should not be mixed.

    “Pakistani artistes are just artistes and not terrorists. Terrorism and art are two different subjects. They come with proper visa and the government gives them a work permit.” A PTI report quotes Salman as saying when asked about his take on banning the actors from Pakistan.

    Salman said the action (surgical strike) taken by the Indian Army is proper as it was against terrorism, but he would prefer to have a situation of peace and harmony.

    The Indian Motion Picture Producers Association passed a resolution Friday to ban Pakistani actors from the industry in the wake of the Uri attack.

    The resolution came after Indian Army announced that seven terror launch pads were targeted across the border in Pakistan by special forces during a ‘surgical strike’.

    “Ideal situation should have been that of peace. But, now a reaction to an action has happened. It was a proper action as they were terrorists. But still in this day and age, I think if we lived in peace and harmony it would have been better for everyone and especially for common people,” Khan said while speaking at the launch of his jewellery range for Being Human, the PTI report stated.

    Last week, Raj Thackeray-led MNS issued an ultimatum to Pakistani artistes and actors including Fawad Khan, who is part of one of the productions under Salman’s banner, and Ali Zafar, to leave India by September 25 or else they would be “pushed out”.

    Recently concerts of Pakistani singers Shafqat Amanat Ali and Atif Aslam, scheduled in Bengaluru and Gurgaon, respectively were also cancelled.

    Media moghul and Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Chandra’s Zee group also took a decision recently to take off the air all Pakistani TV serials f rom its channel Zindagi, which was originally started to promote peace and brotherhood between the two countries.

  • Salman Khan backs Indian Army strike & Pak artistes

    Salman Khan backs Indian Army strike & Pak artistes

    NEW DELHI: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan says TV and film artistes from Pakistan should not be treated like terrorists and art and terrorism should not be mixed.

    “Pakistani artistes are just artistes and not terrorists. Terrorism and art are two different subjects. They come with proper visa and the government gives them a work permit.” A PTI report quotes Salman as saying when asked about his take on banning the actors from Pakistan.

    Salman said the action (surgical strike) taken by the Indian Army is proper as it was against terrorism, but he would prefer to have a situation of peace and harmony.

    The Indian Motion Picture Producers Association passed a resolution Friday to ban Pakistani actors from the industry in the wake of the Uri attack.

    The resolution came after Indian Army announced that seven terror launch pads were targeted across the border in Pakistan by special forces during a ‘surgical strike’.

    “Ideal situation should have been that of peace. But, now a reaction to an action has happened. It was a proper action as they were terrorists. But still in this day and age, I think if we lived in peace and harmony it would have been better for everyone and especially for common people,” Khan said while speaking at the launch of his jewellery range for Being Human, the PTI report stated.

    Last week, Raj Thackeray-led MNS issued an ultimatum to Pakistani artistes and actors including Fawad Khan, who is part of one of the productions under Salman’s banner, and Ali Zafar, to leave India by September 25 or else they would be “pushed out”.

    Recently concerts of Pakistani singers Shafqat Amanat Ali and Atif Aslam, scheduled in Bengaluru and Gurgaon, respectively were also cancelled.

    Media moghul and Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Chandra’s Zee group also took a decision recently to take off the air all Pakistani TV serials f rom its channel Zindagi, which was originally started to promote peace and brotherhood between the two countries.

  • DD to mark 50 years of the 1965 Indo-Pak war

    DD to mark 50 years of the 1965 Indo-Pak war

    NEW DELHI: Famed singers Suresh Wadekar and Kavita Krishnamurthy today emphasised that artistes from Bollywood always came forward for a good cause without charging any fee, but someone else had to take the initiative for such events.

     

    Answering questions at a press meet to announce the ‘Smarananjali’ musical programme being held on 30 October to mark 50 years of the 1965 war with Pakistan and pay tribute to those who laid down their lives in the defence of the country, both artistes denied that Bollywood artistes were reluctant in participating in such programmes.

     

    Smarananjali is the concept of Doordarshan additional director general Mahesh Joshi, who had commenced such programmes when he was in the Bangalore Kendra of Doordarshan and now initiated the same in Delhi.

     

    To be organised by Delhi Kendra of Doordarshan, the programme will also feature violin maestro Dr L Subramaniam who was present at the press meet along with the other artistes. It will also have performances by Pankaj Udhas, artistes from the Subramaniam Foundation. The musical tribute will be interlaced with specially choreographed dance performances of memorable patriotic songs by Manjula Parmesh and group. An additional attraction is the on-the-spot painting by renowned painter B S Verma and a dance by soldiers from the Madras Engineering Group (MEG) who will perform to the song “Ma Tujhe Salaam”.

     

    Dr Mukesh Chandra, who is a special police officer for Delhi Traffic Police said he is an amateur flutist and will also perform at the event.

     

    Prasar Bharati senior advisor Brig. VAM Hussain said it was necessary for the common man to realise the hardships that the armed forces faced. He said the attempt would be to make this programme an annual affair.

     

    This programme will be telecast later on DD National and is also aimed at helping the brave soldiers and their families and keep the deeds and bravery of valiant soldiers in public memory.   

     

    ‘Smarananjali’ is being planned in the form of a lyrical tribute by artistes on stage to martyrs in the presence of their families and the Defence Minister Arun Jaitley, Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar, and the Chiefs of Army, Navy and Air force and Chiefs of Paramilitary forces. Religious leaders from different religious groups will also be present to pay homage to the martyrs.

     

    The selected special guests will pay homage to the martyrs by lighting a candle before a replica of the Amar Jawan Jyoti and a soldier.

     

    Three Param Vir Chakra Awardees will also be honoured at the tribute event. They are Hony Capt Bana Singh (Retd), 8 J&K LI, Sub Yogender Singh Yadav, 18 Grenadiers and N/SUB Sanjay Kumar, 13 JAK RIF.

     

    The Defence Ministry has appreciated the concept of the programme and is fully supporting Doordarshan’s efforts to organise the event.

     

  • NDTV Good Times presents the third season of “Jai Hind with Rocky and Mayur”

    NDTV Good Times presents the third season of “Jai Hind with Rocky and Mayur”

    MUMBAI: To celebrate the spirit of nationalism, NDTV Good Times, India’s youngest lifestyle channel, presents Jai Hind Season 3 with the invincible duo Rocky and Mayur. As part of the special programming series, Jai Hind pays tribute to the Indian Armed forces, marking the 64th Republic Day celebrations in the country.

    The series is a compilation of never-seen-before facets of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. Rocky and Mayur will be seen visiting the Indian Armed Forces – High Altitude Warfare School, where Rocky successfully completes a 100 feet rappel with Mayur’s assistance; Air Warrior Drill Team where they live  the dangers of twirling rifles and bayonets and the National Defence Academy to experience the life of  the officers in training . The duo also visits the Indian Naval Services where they sail on the high seas and also spend time with Jawans at Gladiators, JAKLI and 17 Guards.

    Watch Rocky & Mayur live the hardships faced by the Indian Armed forces, as well as the intensive training, grooming, measured diets, and even the rush of adrenaline involved in setting up an ambush.

     
    Presented as an eight-part episodic series, the season premieres January 18th and ends on the 25th, 2014, followed by a special day long telecast of all the episodes on January 26th.

    “Jai Hind with Rocky and Mayur” Starts this Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 8 PM exclusively on NDTV Good Times Catch all the episodes on 26th January, 12 PM to 4 PM

     

  • Chhod na yaar… this is not comedy

    Chhod na yaar… this is not comedy

    War Chhod Na Yaar is an attempt at making a war comedy. We don’t make too many war films and a comedy at that; this is the first such attempt at cross-pollination. Since a comedy will need one of the two countries involved as stupid and since it can’t be India or the Indian army, it is the Pakistani army which will have to look inefficient and stupid. It also shows Pakistan as being totally dependent on Chinese arms which are not effective.

    A wire fence separates sandy terrain with the Indian army on one side, led by Sharman Joshi, and a bunch of ragtag Pakistani army soldiers on the other, led by Sanjay Mishra and Javed Jaaferi. At nights, both Sharman and Javed meet at the fencing and play cards, with Sharman always carrying a bottle of alcohol as a gift for his Pakistani counterpart. The army on both sides also play antakshari across the wires. However, the playing sessions, antakshari and bonhomie are not going to last as a Pakistani minister manipulated by the Chinese and an Indian minister under influence of an American politician (both played by Dalip Tahil) are planning a war between both the countries. The Pakistani general, Manoj Pahwa, has little interest in what his minister is indulging in and is addicted to a game on his cell phone.

    The Indian minister takes Soha Ali Khan, a TV reporter, to the border post under Sharman’s command, where she can shoot his speech which he wants her to telecast the day war starts to make it look as if the minister braved the war and visited the soldiers on the border. The Pakistani minister chooses to send his message shot in a studio but makes it look like he is on border. It is all about the politicians creating tensions though the public may not want it. Even the soldiers don’t want war and want to coexist in peace.

     

    Producer: AOPL Entertainment P Ltd.
    Director: Faraz Haider.
    Cast: Sharman Joshi, Soha Ali Khan, Javed Jaaferi, Dalip Tahil, Sanjay Mishra, Mukul Dev, Manoj Pahwa.

    While Soha and Sharman share romantic vibes, she also thinks that as a media person, she can make the world aware of the people’s feelings on both sides which may force politicians to backtrack, bringing an end to the war. A bunch of young people also exchange notes with their friends across the border through social networks. Soha crosses the fence with the help of Javed and interviews Pakistani soldiers, she also interviews the Indian side and asks her channel to telecast live the whole story from the minister confiding in her about the war to the views of the army on both sides.

    Comedy has not been the forte of Hindi makers and War Chhod Na Yaar also falls short on being an outright comedy. There are some funny scenes but consistency is missing. There is also repetition. For example, Pahwa and the Chinese leader do the same thing throughout and can’t be expected to be entertaining every time they appear. Also, the end part becomes boring when sermonising begins. Direction is fair. The film has a hummable number in Main jagu aksar….Cinematography is good.

    War Chhod Na Yaar not only lacks in face value but its release period is also not conducive to good box office results.

  • Citizen Dentsu wins Indian Army account

    Citizen Dentsu wins Indian Army account

    MUMBAI: Citizen Dentsu, a division of Dentsu Communications, has won the Indian Army mandate. The account was won after multi agency pitch. Citizen Dentsu senior VP and head Rajendra Singh and his team will lead the business.

    Commenting on the win, Singh said, “Here‘s a true example of working on a cause that one truly admires and respects. No soft stuff here. Apart from the pleasure of dealing with real gentlemen officers as clients, it‘s a matter of honour to contribute towards strengthening the security and defence of the country. The team is super excited.”

    Citizen Dentsu‘s mandate is to create a holistic comprehensive communication package for the Indian Army. Their endeavour will be to project the Indian Army as a prestigious, aspirational and exciting career prospect for the youth in the country. Citizen Dentsu was chosen as a partner basis their expertise in creating relevant hard hitting campaigns with a differentiated creative solutions approach.

    Dentsu India Group executive chairman Rohit Ohri said, “We‘ve set up Citizen Dentsu with a vision to help trigger positive social change through integrated communications. It‘s a matter of great pride for Citizen Dentsu to be appointed as communication partner to the Indian Army. Cutting edge technologies will underpin our integrated communication approach for the Indian Army campaign.”

    Commenting on winning the account Dentsu Communications CEO Arijit Ray said, “This is the first big win for Citizen Dentsu in 2013. And a well deserved one for the team, since it involved 8 agencies. We are absolutely delighted that we have got the opportunity to work on an assignment as worthy as this. I am sure the team at Citizen Dentsu under Rajendra‘s leadership will work towards building on this and win many more such prestigious mandates.”