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  • Diageo India fuels road safety with Tab Lab rollout across all Goa RTOs

    Diageo India fuels road safety with Tab Lab rollout across all Goa RTOs

    MUMBAI: In a move that blends digital grit with civic sense, Diageo India has extended its ‘Wrong Side of the Road’ (WSOTR) initiative across all seven Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) in Goa. The latest Tab Lab, launched at the Panaji RTO, was inaugurated by the Goa CM Pramod Sawant, making it a full sweep for the initiative across the state.

    The initiative, driven in partnership with Bharatcares and the Directorate of Transport, brings interactive, tech-enabled driver education to life. Targeting drink driving behaviour, the programme uses real-life simulations to highlight the harsh consequences of unsafe driving. Each Tab Lab delivers a mandatory 45-minute immersive experience to all new driving licence applicants. These modules include behavioural assessments and interactive films designed to simulate the dangers of driving under the influence.

    “We congratulate and thank Bharatcares and Diageo India for implementing this CSR project”, said Sawant at the inauguration. “This small step will have a long-term impact in reducing accidents. No licence will be issued or renewed without watching this film”.

    The Panaji launch brings the number of WSOTR Tab Labs in India to over 70, bolstering Diageo’s goal of sensitising one million people to responsible driving by 2030. The initiative falls under the company’s broader ‘Spirit of Progress’ ESG framework.

    “Changing attitudes is key to addressing the root causes of drink driving”, said Diageo India head of corporate relations Devashish Dasgupta. “With our partners at BharatCares and support from the Goa government, we are scaling WSOTR to equip drivers with the awareness they need to make responsible choices”.

    Bharatcares AVP – social impact programs Abhishek Tyagi echoed the sentiment, “Through initiatives like the Tab Lab, we are fostering a collective effort to build safer, more responsible communities”.

    The WSOTR campaign isn’t just about ticking compliance boxes. It’s a behavioural nudge wrapped in immersive tech—a civic reset disguised as a touchscreen.

  • Chief minister and sports minister of Goa rally support for 37th National Games 2023

    Chief minister and sports minister of Goa rally support for 37th National Games 2023

    Mumbai: In a historic event, chief minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated the torch relay for the eagerly awaited 37th National Games 2023 in a grand ceremony held at the Goa Legislature Secretariat, Alto-Porvorim Goa on 10 October. The event witnessed the gracious presence of distinguished dignitaries, including minister for Sports & Youth Affairs Govind Gaude, secretary of Sports & CEO, NGOC, Swetika Sachan, Dr. Geeta S Nagvenkar, Jt. CEO and executive director, SAG, Arvind Khutkar, directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, among other notable guests.

    This year, Goa is set to make history by hosting the largest-ever National Games, featuring an impressive lineup of 43 sporting disciplines. The 37th National Games will also mark the introduction of several new sports disciplines on the medal stage, including beach football, rollball, golf, sepak takraw, sqay martial arts, kalaripayattu, and pencak silat. Furthermore, yachting and taekwondo are making a triumphant return to the Games after their absence in the previous edition. In a nod to tradition and culture, the sports of lagori and gatka have been included as demonstration sports, adding a unique dimension to the event.

    Speaking on the occasion, Sawant saying, “Today, as we commence the torch relay from Goa, I am filled with immense pride. The torch, a symbol of the eternal flame of sportsmanship, embodies the commitment to athletic excellence. Be assured, Goa is fully prepared to host this prestigious event, and the torch will journey through our beautiful state in all 12 Talukas and will cover all major tourist destinations in the evening, igniting enthusiasm for the National Games and involving rural areas in this grand celebration.”

    The torch carries the spirit of never-ending flame of sportsmanship so let’s join hands to celebrate Sports and India in Sports.

    The torch will travel to all 12 talukas, prominent tourist spots with the final stay of the torch at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on 25 October prior to the opening ceremony on 26 October.

    Addressing the ceremonial event, Sports & Youth Affairs minister Gaude stated, “We are at the defining moment in the sporting history of Goa. We are not looking at the 37th National Games as a mere event but a roadmap for rejuvenated sports ecosystem for the state. With the record number of sports disciplines incorporated in the current edition, this edition will be the biggest ever National Games organised in the country. I am hopeful that these Games will create new interest and focus on Olympic Sports in Goa. The kind of love shown by the Goenkars for the National Games is becoming a people’s initiative. I urge students to be part of this process and request their parents and teachers to motivate them to be part of National Games.”

    The 37th National Games 2023 promise to be a remarkable spectacle of sportsmanship and unity, showcasing the nation’s talent and spirit. The prestigious event will see participation from 28 states and 8 union territories, with over 10,000 athletes and 2,000 officials. Notably, badminton will lead the charge, commencing seven days before prime minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the National Games Goa 2023 at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

    As the torch sets off on its journey across the state of Goa, anticipation and excitement continue to build for this grand celebration of sports.

  • iTV Network launches new show ‘Mukhya Mantri Manch’

    iTV Network launches new show ‘Mukhya Mantri Manch’

    Mumbai: iTV Network has announced a series called “Mukhya Mantri Manch” which will air on its channels India News and NewsX. The show will showcase interactive interviews with chief ministers from across India over the next 20 days, daily.

    “The interviews will give an opportunity for people from the state to ask questions to their chief ministers on camera and through social media,” said the statement. “The chief ministers will also offer guidance to young people, especially students powered by First In Class.”

    The first episode will feature Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant and will go live on 6 May starting at 6 p.m. The programme will also be streamed live on major OTT platforms including Dailyhunt, Zee5, ShemarooMe, JioTV, Watcho, MX Player, Mzaalo, Tata Play, Public TV and Paytm live streams.

    “Building on our legacy of innovative and engaging programming, iTV network will continue to host such impactful programmes keeping viewers at the core of its strategy,” said iTV Network founder Kartikeya Sharma. “It’ll be a pleasure to host chief ministers from across the country to participate in some of the most compelling discussions on our network.”

    The second episode with Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Bhagel will air on Saturday on India News and NewsX at 7 p.m.