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  • 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.

  • Day after IPL euphoria, Sony launches FIFA U-17’s co-created song as countdown begins

    Day after IPL euphoria, Sony launches FIFA U-17’s co-created song as countdown begins

    MUMBAI: It could not have been timed better. In the backdrop of Star winning the IPL media rights, SPN, the official broadcaster of the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017, has launched the official song — Kar Ke Dikhla De Goal.

    Sony Pictures and FIFA U-17 Local Organising Committee (LOC) have launched the song, marking the 30 day countdown to the tournament.

    With exactly a month to go for the tournament, the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) formally launched Kar Ke Dikhla De Goal, the Official Song of the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017.

    Written by lyricist Amitabh Bhattacharya and composed by Pritam, the song features a host of well-known music artistes that include Sunidhi Chauhan, Neeti Mohan, Babul Supriyo, Shaan, Papon, Mika along with a rap performance by actor Abhishek Bachchan.

    The composition showcases the vibrancy and uniqueness of India while resonating with a global audience simultaneously. The music video for the song celebrates diversity, showcases how the nation is waiting in anticipation for FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017, and features stars like Bhaichung Bhutia, Ngangom Bala Devi, Shaan, Papon and the legend Sachin Tendulkar amongst others.

    The music video of the song will be broadcast on SPN’s on-air and digital platforms across genres.

    Sony Pictures Networks India president – distribution and sports business Rajesh Kaul said: “We are ecstatic to be the first broadcasters in history to collaborate with FIFA to co-create an Official Song for a FIFA tournament. From the very beginning of this association, we have worked closely with the Local Organising Committee/FIFA to ensure that FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017 is a monumental success. Our efforts include the creation of the Official Song, an inspirational composition that will boost the nation’s spirit of sportsmanship.”

    AIFF president and LOC chairman Praful Patel said: “We are doing everything in our capacity to make this the biggest sporting event in India and I am sure the Official Song will help increase and broaden the appeal of the first ever FIFA tournament in India.”

    Minister of state for heavy industries and public enterprises and LOC vice-chairman Babul Supriyo said: “Football is synonymous with euphoria and we shall add on to that virtue with a euphoric Official Song beautifully created by the super hit duo of Pritam and Amitabh Bhattacharya. I can safely say that we’ll have everyone dancing to its tune and cheering the first ever football World Cup in our country with renewed vigour”.

    The FIFA U-17 World Cup, the first FIFA tournament to be held in India, will be played across six venues in October 2017. The tournament will begin on 6 October with the final scheduled to take place on 28 October at the iconic Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata. Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN), the official broadcasters of the tournament, will telecast it live and exclusively on their sports channels and live stream it on their digital platform, SonyLiv.

  • Bank of Baroda joins hands with AIFF for U-17 World Cup

    Bank of Baroda joins hands with AIFF for U-17 World Cup

    MUMBAI: Bank of Baroda became the first Indian company to sign up as a national supporter for the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017, the first FIFA Event to be hosted in the Subcontinent ever in the history of the game. As the excitement continues to grow for the tournament next year, India is bracing to ties its laces and have a good run in the World Cup.

    All India Football Federation president and chairman of the local organising committee Praful Patel said, “As an organisation that has a long affiliation with sports, Bank of Baroda shares our enthusiasm to develop and strengthen football in India. As president of the AIFF, I am committed to ensuring that football development in India gets the support it deserves.”

    Tournament Director Javier Ceppi was not surprised by the keen interest in the National Supporter slots. “This is a landmark event in Indian sport. It is the first ever FIFA tournament to be hosted by India, with the country taking part in it. This is a unique opportunity to be partners in making football history in this country. Joining in at this early stage, Bank of Baroda will have the added advantage of ten months of exposure with the FIFA U-17 World Cup.”

    Increasing awareness and participation in sports has become a key focus for the leading state-owned bank which positions itself as India’s International Bank.

    “We are highly motivated to promote football across the country and to inspire a new generation of youngsters. Partnering with the FIFA U-17 World Cup India, 2017 was a logical choice for us, as there is no bigger sporting event that the country will see next year. It is truly an Indian crusade to make sure that this tournament succeeds and engages our complete population. We are sure that our strong banking network across the nation will help to make that happen and we are excited about becoming the first National Supporter for the Event,” said Bank of Baroda general manager (marketing, corporate communications & WMS) Rakesh Kumar Bhatia.

    With the signature of the agreement, Bank of Baroda has thus become the first of the six National Supporters that the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017 can have. The Tournament will be held from October 6th to 28th, 2017.

  • Bank of Baroda joins hands with AIFF for U-17 World Cup

    Bank of Baroda joins hands with AIFF for U-17 World Cup

    MUMBAI: Bank of Baroda became the first Indian company to sign up as a national supporter for the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017, the first FIFA Event to be hosted in the Subcontinent ever in the history of the game. As the excitement continues to grow for the tournament next year, India is bracing to ties its laces and have a good run in the World Cup.

    All India Football Federation president and chairman of the local organising committee Praful Patel said, “As an organisation that has a long affiliation with sports, Bank of Baroda shares our enthusiasm to develop and strengthen football in India. As president of the AIFF, I am committed to ensuring that football development in India gets the support it deserves.”

    Tournament Director Javier Ceppi was not surprised by the keen interest in the National Supporter slots. “This is a landmark event in Indian sport. It is the first ever FIFA tournament to be hosted by India, with the country taking part in it. This is a unique opportunity to be partners in making football history in this country. Joining in at this early stage, Bank of Baroda will have the added advantage of ten months of exposure with the FIFA U-17 World Cup.”

    Increasing awareness and participation in sports has become a key focus for the leading state-owned bank which positions itself as India’s International Bank.

    “We are highly motivated to promote football across the country and to inspire a new generation of youngsters. Partnering with the FIFA U-17 World Cup India, 2017 was a logical choice for us, as there is no bigger sporting event that the country will see next year. It is truly an Indian crusade to make sure that this tournament succeeds and engages our complete population. We are sure that our strong banking network across the nation will help to make that happen and we are excited about becoming the first National Supporter for the Event,” said Bank of Baroda general manager (marketing, corporate communications & WMS) Rakesh Kumar Bhatia.

    With the signature of the agreement, Bank of Baroda has thus become the first of the six National Supporters that the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017 can have. The Tournament will be held from October 6th to 28th, 2017.

  • Preps on for India’s first international football event – Under 17 World Cup

    Preps on for India’s first international football event – Under 17 World Cup

    NEW DELHI: With the first-ever international football event coming up in India, Sports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has urged all the stakeholders of the FIFA U 17 World Cup 2017 tournament to work together as a team and put their best foot forward.

     

    Addressing the first board meeting of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the tournament, he assured the complete support of the government. 

     

    Earlier, All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Praful Patel explained the vital importance of the tournament for the overall development of Indian football and outlined the support necessary from all quarters for successfully staging the tournament. 

     

    LOC FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 Tournament director Javier Ceppi updated the board on the current progress of the preparations. 

     

    Sports secretary Rajiv Yadav and representatives of Goa, Kochi, Guwahati and Kolkata also updated the forum on the current progress of work at the various venues. 

     

    The FIFA U 17 World Cup, 2017 is the first ever FIFA tournament to be held in India and will be staged in September–October 2017. Delhi, Mumbai, Goa, Kochi, Kolkata and Guwahati have been initially shortlisted as venues for the event. 

  • Hon’ble Union Minister Praful Patel launches ETAuto.com

    Hon’ble Union Minister Praful Patel launches ETAuto.com

    MUMBAI: Times Internet (TIL), India’s leading online network, continued its expansion into various niche verticals with the launch of ETAuto.com. The Economic Times Auto or ETAuto.com will provide the most comprehensive and in-depth coverage of news apart from being a platform for knowledge on automotive industry.

     

    Honourable Union Minister for Heavy Industries & Enterprises, Shri Praful Patel while unveiling the portal said, “Digital media is going to be the future.  I am delighted to launch the ETAuto.com and I think it is going to set a trend for serious business journalism online.”

     

    ETAuto.com has received widespread support and encouragement from top industry bodies like Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers Association (SIAM), Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA) and Automotive Tyre Manufacturers Association (ATMA) among others.

     

    Speaking on this occasion, Satyan Gajwani, Chief Executive Officer, Times Internet, said, “We hope that ETAuto.com will become the most preferred platform to read real time developments in the automotive industry in the form of news, views, blogs and interviews. We are happy to get associated with all the major auto industry associations. This initiative will serve as a platform for all the stake holders to exchange ideas and best practices.”

     

    The new venture envisages various segments of automotive business including components, OEMs, policy, Aftermarket and auto technology.

     

    Vishnu Mathur, Director General, SIAM said: “We are delighted to extend our support to ETAuto.com. Being a digital platform it will have the advantage of offering information in the most convenient form for the readers.”

     

    ETAuto.com also reaches to its readers through a comprehensive daily E- Newsletter, summarising day’s news and analysis and has got over 10,000 pre-launch readership of decision makers, policy makers, investors and professionals from automobile industry in India. “The daily E-Newsletter is a great source of information and helps us update with all the developments, this is something we always wanted,” said  Nikunj Sanghi, Director International Affairs & Global Relations, FADA.

     

    The industry currently accounts for almost 7% of country’s GDP and employs about 19 million people both directly and indirectly. Mr Vinnie Mehta, Executive Director, ACMA wished ETAuto.com all the success and said, “ACMA is indeed happy to have associated itself and supported this initiative from the beginning.”

     

    ETAuto.com deems to play pivotal role in facilitating B2B transactions by publishing relevant data, information, survey, reports and other material on the automotive industry in association with Knowledge Partner Ernst & Young.

     

    Rakesh Batra, Partner & National Leader – Automotive practice, E & Y said, “We at E & Y are privileged to be associated with ETAuto.com as the knowledge partner. Together, we shall strive to provide valuable industry updates with insightful analysis in developing a world-class automotive industry in India.”

  • BBC World in ‘Take Off’ mode with new show

    BBC World in ‘Take Off’ mode with new show

    MUMBAI: Close on the heels of launching an India specific campaign ‘What Affects the World, Affects You’, BBC World announced the start of its 6-part mini series Take Off, on the aviation industry in India, with a panel discussion on the booming sector.
    The mini series will be aired on BBC World every Tuesday at 9 pm, and will talk to leading industry experts, asking them about the recent developments and exploring and analysing the future of this sector. With six repeats planned across weekdays and weekends the show is a key feature of the channel’s March programming
    Region specific programming such as the sector stories on India is undertaken by the channel only in a few countries. BBC World is aggressively looking at the Indian market where it has to compete with both national news channels as well as international news channel CNN.
    Speaking about the mini series, BBC World head of MarCom Vaishali Sharma said, “The mini series to be aired on our global network takes a look at the Indian aviation sector through the years. Our correspondent Karishma Vaswani had covered the ‘Aeroshow’ at Yelahanka and the excitement that has been generated over this sector in the past few years made it ideal to showcase this sector. The aviation industry has witnessed phenomenal growth in the last few years. With Take Off, BBC World will showcase the opportunities and achievements created by the Indian boom in the aviation sector, plus the threats.”
    As part of the promotional activity, the channel also had a brief panel discussion on the budget and growth of the aviation segment with Go Air managing director Jeh Wadia and Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (Capa) CEO Kapil Kaul, along with minister for civil aviation Praful Patel, who joined in via video conferencing.
    The mini series, which was commissioned to Miditec, starts at the cusp of the ‘Aero Show’ at Yelahanka in Bangalore and traces the journey of Indian aviation through the decades. The first episode takes an overview of the industry and the various issues that surround it. The subsequent issues will probe deeper into the problems faced by low cost airlines, government apathy, infrastructure problems, airline personnel as well as the rise of the budget airlines and privatisation.
    Speaking about the advertising for the show, BBC World ad sales head Seema Mohapatra mentions that while the aviation sector itself could not advertise on the show, there had been great response from other advertisers. “The aviation sector spins off so many other areas like tourism and domestic travel for business that we are bound to see advertisers in those areas as well.”
    The promotions for the show include a multimedia marketing campaign with BBC leveraging its radio connection. Sharma said, “We are looking at radio very actively and will use FM stations like Radio One and Radio City. The show will also be promoted through print, outdoor and online media.”